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Tulsi(Holy Basil) Benefits
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Tulsi is a popular herb with a mild and sweet flavour used primarily for its aroma
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Helps in healing common cold, fever and sore throat
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Is useful in the treatment of respiratory system, heart disorders and kidney stones
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Helps in curing skin, eye and teeth disorders
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Water boiled with Tulsi leaves may be used to ease sore throat
Consumption of Whole grains instead of refined grains lowers the risk of many chronic diseases. Whole grains:
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Provide bulk in the stomach and helps prevent overeating.
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Slows the digestive system for blood sugar control.
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Cleanses the digestive system to keep the intestines disease free.
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Reduces the risk of heart disease, colon cancer, and type 2 diabetes.
Oats– Health benefits: oats contain soluble fibre that help reduce cholesterol absorption and contain antioxidants that protect from free radicals.
Tips: Can be taken as porridge with fruits, or added to batters or flours to make it healthier.
Wheat– Health benefits: a good source of fibre, vitamins, minerals, and essential oils (wheat germ oil)
Tips: Retain bran in the wheat flour to give you high nutrient content
“Health Benefits of Whole Grains”-1
Consumption of Whole grains instead of refined grains lowers the risk of many chronic diseases. Whole grains:
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Provide bulk in the stomach and helps prevent overeating.
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Slows the digestive system for blood sugar control.
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Cleanses the digestive system to keep the intestines disease free.
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Reduces the risk of heart disease, colon cancer, and type 2 diabetes.
Barley-Health benefit: the fibre in barley helps lower cholesterol very effectively
Tips: Can be used in soups, salads.
Corn –Health benefit: corn has high levels of antioxidants and is identified as a major contributing factor in decreasing the risk of cardiovascular problems
Tips: Can be used in vegetable dishes, popcorn, soups, and salads
Weight Loss & Nutrition Myths-1
Myth: Starving is the best way to lose weight.
Fact: Fasting helps in short term Goals but leads to Muscle loss & slows metabolism when followed continuously.
Myth: Eating Non-veg is not healthy & makes harder to lose weight.
Fact: Non-veg is rich in protein, Iron & Zinc. It also contains Oleic acid which is heart friendly. Choose lean cuts, limit portion size & avoid deep frying.
PEARL MILLET/ BAJRA BENEFITS-2
Bajra is one of the oldest grains cultivated in India and has many health benefits
Reducing Weight

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Bajra is high in insoluble fiber and helps satiate your hunger quickly, preventing from overeating.
Gluten Free
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Bajra is a perfect food for people who suffer from celiac disease, since it is completely gluten-free.
Tip : Bajra flour can be included to make breads,rotis, parathas and dosas. Khichdi and Dhoklas are other recipes in which Bajra can be included.
Pearl Millet/ Bajra Benefits-1
Bajra is one of the oldest grains cultivated in India and has many health benefits
Prevent Colon Cancer

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It has a rich combination of both fiber and the phytonutrient Lignin which is believed to reduce the risk of developing colon cancer.
Reduces the risk of heart diseases
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Consumption of Bajra helps decrease triglyceride levels in the body by the action of Niacin and Lignin thereby reducing the risk of heart diseases. It also contains magnesium and potassium – minerals that play an important role in regulating blood pressure