What are the health benefits of mushrooms?
Mushrooms, though classified as vegetables in the food world, are not technically plants. They belong to the fungi kingdom and although they are not vegetables, mushrooms provide several important nutrients. It’s common knowledge that the key to getting enoughvitamins and minerals in the diet is to eat a colorful variety of fruits and vegetables – the […]
The Healthy Dose: Free Radicals Part 1
By Parth Dwivedi HOUSTON: Welcome to the first installment of The Healthy Dose, where I will illustrate some of the principles that drive the human body. Understanding some of the processes behind illness is important. I want to show my readers that a spectrum of conditions exists between health and sickness; there is not always […]
India House Hosts Yoga Lecture by Dr. H.R. Nagendra, A World Renowned Yoga Authority
HOUSTON: Keeping with the tradition of bringing internationally well-known figures to Houston, India House Houston was proud to host a free yoga and jyotish lecture titled “Yoga for Positive Mind & Body” given by Dr. H.R. Nagendra on June 6, at their O.P. Jindal Center, located at 8888 West Bellfort, Houston, TX 77031. The lecture was presented […]
5 natural remedies to remove suntan
The summer season is about to come to an end. Though we eagerly await the first monsoon shower, the sweltering heat leaves its mark on our skin in the form of a suntan. Many people brush it aside thinking that it will wear off on its own once the monsoon arrives but the truth is, […]
Ask Well: For Fitness, 2,000 Calories a Week?
I have read and heard that a person should aim to expend 2,000 calories weekly in exercise for optimum health. Is there any basis at all for this notion? Asked by Harvey Black • 298 votes The idea that we should burn at least 2,000 calories a week during exercise seems to have originated in […]
A cup of hot chai for good health!
What is the one solution to all problems? Tea. Long day at work; nothing beats it like a cuttingchai on the way back home. Sick day blues; what better than cozying up on the couch with a good book and a steaming cuppa? Stuck at home while it pours cats and dogs outside? Chai and bhajiyas, […]
CANCER CURE & PREVENTION SERIES Cancer Prevention through Healthy Lifestyle Choices
Texas Oncology is proud to partner with Indo American News on an educational series for our community. Over the next year we will explore various topics related to cancer. We will start with three articles on cancer prevention, healthy lifestyle, screening and genetics. The first will be presented by Dr. Sonal Sethi, a medical oncologist […]
14th Annual BAPS Charities Health Fair in Stafford
STAFFORD: A steady group of people began to flow in by 8:00 am for the 14th annual BAPS Charities Health fair on Saturday, April 26, at the BAPS Shri Swaminarayan Mandir in Stafford, Texas. One of the organizers, Dr. Keyur Patel, states “it’s amazing to see the multitude of specialists come here and offer their […]
Ayurveda – 10 basic facts everyone needs to know
Ayurveda is a medical practice that originated in India. Thought to be far superior than other forms of medicine, it promises treatment for various ailments that would not normally not be found in other systems of medicine. If you are looking to get treated by the Ayurveda system of medicine, here are 10 facts about […]
5 home remedies for ageing skin
Have you ever imagined snails crawling across your face or leeches feasting on your blood? If you think this is some form of torture, wake up to the world of extreme beauty treatment. In the search for ageless skin, people all over the world are looking for exotic beauty treatments that promise a youthful glow. […]
Healthy recipe: Quick green smoothie
A smoothie is a quick way of getting multiple essential nutrients at one go. It can be called a power drink which not only give your body the energy to keep going, it also is easy to make and does not require any cooking skills. If you are watching your weight, do not know how […]
Aloe vera: Beauty benefits for all skin types
A succulent plant with rejuvenating and soothing properties, aloe vera holds many benefits for the skin and health. It has been used in alternative medicines and cosmetics for centuries due to its benefits. It is used it various forms – as a gel, oil, juice, the whole plant and in creams, soaps and tablets. People who have sensitive skin can also use […]
10 tips to reduce coughing bouts at night
Who amongst us doesn’t know how frustrating and bothersome chronic, persistent coughing at night can be! Loss of sleep, exhaustion, irritability, urinary incontinence, and inability to perform daily activities the next day are just some of the negative outcomes we experience with this type of cough. So, is there a way we can at least […]
Health benefits of curry leaves
Kadi patta or curry leaves is a staple in Indian dishes. Commonly used as seasoning, this leaf adds a special flavour to every dish. But there is more to the humble curry leaf than simply flavour. Packed with carbohydrates, fiber, calcium, phosphorous, irons and vitamins like vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin B, vitamin E, curry leaves […]
Masala chai – a tasty cup of health!
There has always been a great controversy about whether green tea or masala chai is better for the body. While the debate rages on there has been news that Olympic athletes drink masala chai to help them better deal with the pain, inflammation and fatigue they experience after a grueling session. So what is it that this unique drink […]
CANCER CURE & PREVENTION SERIES – Steady Progress in the War on Cancer
Editor’s Note A folk tale describes a young woman, who wanted Gautama Buddha to revive her dead child. Buddha told her he could do so, if she could bring mustard seed from any household that had not experienced a death. In modern times, cancer seems to be a pervasive cause of chronic disease and death. […]
Holi special: Tips to prevent hair damage pre and post Holi
Hair salons claim that they have maximum customers after Holi as women rush in to repair their damaged locks. Evaluating the damage done to your hair and skin during Holi, scientists opine that much more care has to be taken of your hair than your skin, as the skin’s recuperating capacities are more. Chemical colours […]
5 tests diabetics should take regularly
Diabetes is linked to a number of health conditions and complications. The most scary part of diabetes is that the associated complications progress gradually and become a huge problem later on when controlling them becomes really difficult. Therefore, ideally people with diabetes should be aware of physical changes that take place in them and should […]
Donating Bone Marrow: Win-win Situation
HOUSTON: The main goal of our project is to bring awareness to the need for potential bone marrow donors and the importance of bone marrow donations. This applies to not only the public as a whole, but also to certain communities that are under-represented in the donor registry. Coming from the South Asian community, an […]
Exercise May Be the Most Effective Weapon Against Aging
Keeping active may be the secret to staying young for both mice and men. Researchers from Canada’s McMaster University discovered that endurance exercise could halt the aging process in a group of mice, even though they were genetically engineered to age faster. These furry creatures continued to exhibit the same youthful appearance as normal mice […]
