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Oxalate foods

Oxalate is a naturally-occurring organic compound found in a wide variety of foods. Oxalates are also produced in our body and the metabolism of Vitamin C also results in the production of oxalates.

3 years ago • 4 min read

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Cooking effects on nutrients

To improve health and energy levels, nutritious food intake is essential. Some fruits and raw vegetables can be taken by removing the skin but this may cause the elimination of some of their vitamins, minerals and fibre.

3 years ago • 3 min read

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Nutrient requirements of children

By adopting healthy eating habits, one can make sure that their children are growing healthy and very strong. It is essential that the food of a child should meet all the nutritional values. Eating should be one of life’s pleasures and children should be encouraged to enjoy a family meal.

3 years ago • 3 min read

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Conjunctivitis

A thin, transparent membrane that lines the inner side of the eyelid and lies over the white part of the eyeball is conjunctiva. Inflammation of the conjunctiva is known as Conjunctivitis or pinkeye.

3 years ago • 3 min read

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Why do we sneeze?

Sneezing or sternutation is one of the protective reflexes of our body. It is a defense mechanism of our body to protect against a foreign body.

3 years ago • 3 min read

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Home remedies for dandruff

Skin cells that grow and die very fast result in excess shedding of the top layer of the dead skin. Such a layer present on the scalp appears as white flakes and it is known as Dandruff

3 years ago • 4 min read

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Vegan & vegetarian diet (Part-2)

Though meat or fish are ready sources of some essential minerals and vitamins, a well balanced diet that includes a wide variety of foods will provide vegans and vegetarians with all the nutrients they need.

3 years ago • 3 min read

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Vegan & vegetarian diet (Part-1)

A healthy diet emphasizes the importance of a diet low in saturated fat, high in whole grains, fresh fruit and vegetables which is nothing but a vegan or vegetarian diet.

3 years ago • 2 min read

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Anti - inflammatory foods

Anti-inflammatory foods attack inflammation by increasing the concentration of beneficial bacteria in our gut. They produce anti-inflammatory prostaglandins which are hormone-like substances that affect the body by regulating inflammatory mediation.

3 years ago • 2 min read

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Fungal infections (part-3)

Treatment | Fungi cannot be killed easily. Fungal infections are treated with topical antifungal ointments and in the case of severe infections, oral medications are required

3 years ago • 2 min read

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