darteyMD 1204 posts 0 comments

Somewhere around 4000 BC 500 BC, in the radiant Himalayas, Srila Vyasadeva first wrote down the Vedas, which included a wing called Ayurveda: "The Science of Life" (''Ayur'' means life and ''Veda'' means science) . Herbal medicine and remedies have been the nemesis of the world of science and medicine since earliest times, especially for older civilizations such as India and China. The importance of alternative medicine, including Ayurveda, aromatherapy, etc., has recently been chosen by the general public in first world…

Are you one of the millions trying to lose belly fat? Well if you are, you are not alone. Don't worry, with a good six pack diet and some exercise, you can have a nice and toned six pack in no time.The first and most important thing to remember is that you need to eat well. This diet should consist of healthy eating, calorie restriction and drinking plenty of water.Let's talk about healthy eating first. I recommend eating organic whenever possible. Most grocery stores these days carry a full range of organic meats and…

Humans can be very lukewarm towards avocados. If you don't know when they're most ripe, they can be a bit odd, both in taste and texture; that is, no flavor and waxy in texture.Until recently, people didn't choose avocados partly because they thought they had no taste, but mainly because they thought they were high in fat and cholesterol. We all needed more information to make healthy choices about this fruit.If you eat a ripe avocado, that is, not too green and not overripe, it's a delicacy! The taste is amazing and the…

Here in the technology and information age, we have more knowledge and advancements than at any time in history. Sixty years ago, who would have thought you could send an instant message, let alone take a picture, with a phone? Who would have thought sixty years ago that we would be able to send a human to the moon but fail in the fight against obesity and cancer?Isn't it oddly shocking that America has come so far in everything but health and fitness? As the fitness industry tells us to count calories and exercise to…

Holistic medicine should focus on the whole human being. This offers a more comprehensive approach to healing and focuses on spiritual, mental, emotional and physical well-being. The ability to focus on multiple areas makes it possible to diagnose the root cause of a disease or other ailment and aims to eliminate that disease by promoting a healthy lifestyle. Here are some of the top reasons to use holistic medicine:Treats the whole bodyA major benefit of holistic medicine is the ability to treat the whole body. A…

What is arthritis pain? Arthritis, as we all know, is an extremely painful condition that leads to it inflammation of the joints. This is caused by a slow but steady loss of cartilage and, in some extreme cases, weakening of the bones. Various data on arthritis shows that it occurs in every age group and usually affects joints like hips, hands, legs, spine, etc. Diagnosis is quite easy as the patient suffers from severe and persistent pain for a long period of time. If left untreated, it can get worse.…

For the past 50 years or more, the public has been misled into believing that RDA nutrient levels are appropriate. But is it enough to prevent clinically evident nutritional deficiencies? What is RDA? RDA is the recommended daily allowance for the average daily intake, sufficient to meet the needs of almost all healthy individuals in a given life stage and gender group. The RDA is defined as the lowest amount of nutrient intake necessary to prevent deficiencies. It is also clearly important for…

Regards! The purpose of this article is primarily to help hundreds of thousands of people who are struggling with weight and fitness issues after the age of 40. As we all know, staying in shape after 40 certainly doesn't get any easier. The body goes through some significant changes during this period of our lives and we find limitations where there were none before; we find weaknesses that we were previously unaware of; and...yes...we find pounds that we used to be able to lose easily but now stubbornly refuse to go…

Next time you want to snack, snack on some pumpkin seeds. They have a balanced ratio of fat and protein. They also provide you with a good amount of minerals such as phosphorus, magnesium, phosphorus, zinc, iron, copper, vitamin K and manganese. They also contain tryptophan, a precursor to serotonin, a mood-enhancing chemical produced in the brain. Another benefit of consuming them is that they help lower blood cholesterol levels. A 1/2 cup of unpeeled seeds has 160 calories, 13 grams of heart-healthy fat, and 8 grams…

If you already had a cooked meal at lunchtime, you most likely won't feel like cooking again in the evening. After all, you've been working hard all day. Now you just want to put some food on the table quickly and then enjoy the evening. It's better to have a light meal than another big one anyway. Sandwiches are an excellent solution. They make great, healthy and filling meals, but are still light – provided you choose low-calorie ingredients, of course. And most of them go really fast and don't take much time…