SARA NUTRITION

SPICE OF THE WEEK CLOVES Cloves  are the aromatic flower buds of a tree in the family Myrtaceae.  They are native to theMaluku islands in indonesia and are commonly used as a spice.  Cloves are commercially harvested primarily in Bangladesh, indonesia, india Madagascar, Pakistan, sri lanka and Tanzania. Cloves are available throughout the year. NUTRITIVE VALUE:  Dietary Fiber - 137%  Fat - 31% Carbohydrate - 20% Calories - 16% Iron - 48% Calcium - 65% Vitamin K - 177% vitamin C - 135% USES OF CLOVES : Aids in Digestion Boosts immune system Provides Relief from Headaches Protests liver against infections Effective against bacterial infection Beneficial in preserving bone density Helps in controlling blood sugar levels Provided relief from inflammation and pain Aids in treating gum diseases. Rich in Anti cancer and Anti mutagenic properties

PREVENT COLD  AND FLU                 THE WAYS......                                          INCLUDE THESE FOODS IN YOUR DIET                This is the season for sick. Know the Common Cold Common cold, flu and seasonal fever are all caused by viruses. In most cases, the common cold and flu is caused by rhinoviruses. It is highly contagious and can infect people through direct or indirect contact and the symptoms include runny nose, sore throat, body ache, low fever, watery eyes and sneezing. Infants and children are more susceptible to these viruses because of their immature immune system that is not capable of fighting the viruses. FOODS HELP TO PREVENT COLD AND FLU Garlic: When it comes to fighting cold and fevers the natural way, there is probably no better med...

TIPS TO GAIN WEIGHT FOR SKINNY PEOPLE * Eat food items that have calories and protein. Fish, eggs and meat are good sources of protein. You can get your daily dose of calories from peanuts, banana chips and dried fruits. * Since you are on a high calorie and protein diet, you must ensure that your physical activity is not compromised. However, you must not do cardio as it will keep you from putting on weight. Complex and compound exercises on the other hand are best for you. This includes bench presses and squats. * Even if you are gaining weight, you must keep a track of calories you are consuming. Making a diet chart for that and consulting an expert becomes very important. Once the diet chart is made, it should be followed. * Proper sleep: Getting proper sleep is also important as the body builds muscle even while you are sleeping. You must keep in mind that sleeping six hours is also not enough, eight to nine hours is a must. * You must not drink wate...

SEASONAL FRUIT    ORANGE History of the Orange: Oranges were first grown in southeast Asia, northeastern India and southern China and were first cultivated in China around 2500 BC. In the first century AD, Romans brought young orange trees all the way from India to Rome. North Africa began growing oranges in the 1st century AD. Christopher Columbus brought orange seeds in 1493 across the Atlantic Ocean to Spain’s Canary Islands to Haiti, where he planted orange orchards. By 1518 oranges were introduced to Panama and Mexico, and a little later Brazil started growing orange trees. America’s first orange trees were planted in Florida in 1513 by Spanish explorer Juan Ponce de Leon. Growing Oranges: Oranges are tropical to semitropical, small evergreen flowering trees growing to about 5 to 8 meters tall. Evergreen means they produce flowers and fruit all at the same time. Oranges are either sweet or bitter, but most of us eat only the sw...

VITAMIN OF THE WEEK - VITAMIN B6 (  PYRIDOXINE) Vitamin B 6  refers to a group of chemically very similar compounds which can be inter converted in biological systems.  RECOMMENDED INTAKE UP TO 6 MONTHS - 0.1 mg  7-12 MONTHS       - 0.3 mg 1 -3 YEARS           - 0.5 mg 4-8 YEARS           - 0.6 mg 9-13 YEARS         - 1.0 mg 14-18 YEARS       - 1.3 mg 19-50 YEARS       - 1.3 mg 51+ YEARS          - 1.7 mg PREGNANCY      - 1.9 mg LACTATION        - 2.0 mg FUNCTIONS : # Helps in Amino Acid Metabolism # Helps in Glucose Metabolism # Increases or decreases certain Genes expression # Helps in Lipid Metabolism # Main factor in Hemoglobin synthesis and function FOOD SOURCES 1. Chick Peas 2. Banana 3. Turkey 4. Salmon 5. Tuna 6. Potatoes 7. B...

  FACTS ABOUT OMEGA 3 AND FISH OIL 1. Taking fish oil supplements is as good as you as eating fish                    Fish like salmon, tuna, and mackerel, and fish oil capsules all have heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids. But adding fish to your diet carries healthy bonuses that you won't get from a supplement: calcium and vitamins B2 and D. It's also an excellent source of protein. So try to eat fish more often. Have it two times a week instead of meat.   2. Fish oil   is good for your   heart                 Omega-3s like DHA and EPA in fish oil and other sources can lower triglycerides, a type of fat in your blood. But to lower high triglyceride levels you need 2-4 grams of DHA/EPA a day. You would have to take a lot of fish oil supplements to get that amount. And you can't be sure how many omega-3s are actually in a supplement, because the FDA d...