In simple words, Immune system is the defense system of human body. Your immune system does a remarkable job of defending you against disease-causing microorganisms. But sometimes it fails: A germ invades successfully and makes you sick. After knowing this fact, I’m sure you must be eager to know how to boost your immune system…
The word depressed is a common everyday word. Most of us have moments or short periods of sadness when we feel lonely or depressed. These sensations are usually normal ones that sometimes occur in life. Most people recover quite quickly. With true depression, you have a low mood and other symptoms each day for at…
Celery is from the same family with parsley and fennel, the Umbelliferae family. It is a popular vegetable found in a variety of cuisines from around the world. For culinary use, it is most commonly found in soups and salads, or as a garnish to certain dishes. Also, it is commonly eaten as a snack,…
Coconut water is the liquid inside an immature green coconut. It is the juice or endosperm of the young coconut. In general, young and slightly immature coconuts harvested when they are about 5-7 months of age for the drink. This water is rich in vitamins, minerals, electrolytes, enzymes, amino acids and cytokine. It could potentially…
For the most part, you can continue to a normal diet throughout your pregnancy, and you’ll need to eat a little more during the second and third trimesters because the developing baby requires extra nutrition. Most foods are safe, however, there are some foods that you should avoid during pregnancy. Understanding what foods to avoid…
Malic acid is an organic dicarboxylic acid found in wines, vegetables, and other fruits, but the richest source is apples, which is why malic acid is sometimes referred to as “apple acid.” It contributes to the pleasantly sour taste of fruits, and is used as a food additive. To date, few studies have tested the…
Kidney failure (also renal failure or renal insufficiency) is a medical condition in which the kidneys fail to adequately filter waste products from the blood. Many people may be in the early stages of kidney disease and not have any indication something is wrong with their kidneys. There are certain symptoms, however, that could be…
One question I hear all the time is “How many calories should I be eating a day?” It is far from easy to reply to this question, the reason being that there is a different response for each person. Nevertheless, your total daily calorie intake is the key to improving your body. Whether you’re looking…
Sleep is a basic biological necessity—just like eating—and it has an impact on every aspect of your health and your life. Adequate sleep gives your body time and energy to recover from the day’s stresses, and helps you to stay sharp and focused throughout your day. Although it is common to have the occasional sleepless…