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HealthyLife is a part of www.WeRIndia.com, an all India – centric website (https://healthylife.werindia.com) and is solely owned and operated by WeRIndia.com. It is a Indian nutritional portal providing educational articles.This nutritional port was launched on February 5th, 2015.

Health can be improved by engaging in as little as ______ minutes of light to moderate exercise most days of the week.

  • 10
  • 20
  • 30
  • 45

The answer is: 30

Author: HealthyLife | Posted on: June 15, 2016
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King Pigeon Pose (Kapotasana)

King Pigeon Pose (Kapotasana)

(Full King Pigeon pose (kapotasana) = Yogis are familiar with better known version of king pigeon pose namely eka pada raja kapotasana or one legged king pigeon pose. The variation which is explained below is Full king pigeon pose or kapotasana , which is a super deep back bend, which requires flexibility of the hips, back, and shoulders. With practice comes perfection. Slowly master the pose and do not try to force yourself to do the pose within few practices. Benefits of this pose is helps the hip flexors, thigh muscle, increases spine flexibility, shoulder muscle, abdominal muscle and helps to concentrate on the body. Try this pose under supervision of a yoga instructor – Healthylife.werindia.com ).

  • Kapotasana
  • (cap-oh-TAHS-anna)
  • kapota = pigeon or dove

BENEFITS

• Strengthens the back muscles
• Stretches the pelvic region, abdomen, and chest
• Stretches the hip flexors
• Increases spinal flexibility and tones the spinal region
• Stimulates the abdominal organs
• Massages the heart

ONTRAINDICATIONS

  • Knee, neck, or low back injuries
  • High blood pressure
  • Low blood pressure
  • Headache
  • Insomnia

HOW TO

1. Begin sitting in Virasana (Hero pose). Lean back and lower your torso to the ground in Supta Virasana (Reclining Hero pose).

2. Reach your arms overhead and bend your elbows. Place your palms on the floor beside your head, fingers pointing toward your feet.

3. Exhale and push into your hands to straighten your arms. Raise your body and head from the floor, arching your spine.

4. Bend your elbows and grasp your toes; then lower your forearms to the ground. Rest your head on the floor.

5. Stay in King Pigeon pose for several breaths. To come out of the pose, release your toes, lift your head slightly, and lower yourself down to Supta Virasana.

MODIFY OR REPLACE

  • Urdhva Dhanurasana (Wheel pose)

SEQUENCING TIPS

Before:

• Ustrasana (Camel pose)
• Dhanurasana (Bow pose)

Eka Pada Rajakapotasana (One-Legged King Pigeon pose)

After:

• Supta Virasana (Reclining Hero pose)
• Virasana (Hero pose)
• Balasana (Child’s pose)

TEACHING CUES

• Lengthen your tailbone toward your knees.
• Lift your sternum up.
• Press your shins and forearms into the floor.

VARIATIONS

• Hold onto your heels and rest the crown of your head onto the soles of your feet.
• Practice the pose with your knees touching.

WATCH OUT FOR

• Elbows splayed out to the side

Credit: This article and image is re-produced with permission from https://beyogi.com

Author: HealthyLife | Posted on: June 14, 2016
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Our Renewable Energy Can Be Garbage And That’s A Good Thing

Our Renewable Energy Can Be Garbage And That’s A Good Thing

By Jeff Sanchez (at http://www.trueactivist.com)

Who would’ve thought that garbage can rid the world of landfills and put the lid on fossil fuels?

It is common knowledge that the world right now is facing two major problems – fossil fuels (something that Donald Trump wants to put at the forefront once again) and landfills – the single largest methane gas source on the planet. But thanks to the ingenuity of Full Cycle Energy, through its program dubbed as the Full Cycle Energy Fund, we can finally be rid of these two things, and at the same time, make use of our waste for our own benefit.

Kickstarted by Ibrahim AlHusseini, the Full Cycle Energy Fund aims to raise money to put to fruition a new technology that will take all our garbage and make use of it to generate energy.

Through the help of Synova, Full Cycle has developed its groundbreaking gasification system that allows them to turn garbage – otherwise known as municipal solid waste (MSW), into ”syngas” to produce energy. The process reduces greenhouse gas emissions by approximately 98 percent, it is also cleaner and more efficient than any approach that we have today.

According to Ibrahim AlHusseini, he thought of the idea after seeing how our problem with waste affects society.

”Unfortunately, in regions of geopolitical unrest, the environment takes a back seat to daily survival and the paralysis of an unpredictable tomorrow,” AlHusseini said in an interview.

”We have a looming environmental crisis that threatens not just the region where I’m from, but the entire world. And as calamities always seem to do, this one will adversely and disproportionately affect the poorest among us.”

”Given how I was raised, this outcome is not one that I am willing to sit back and accept without trying to do whatever I can to halt or reverse it.”

Read More: http://www.trueactivist.com/our-renewable-energy-can-be-garbage-and-thats-a-good-thing/

Author: HealthyLife | Posted on: June 13, 2016
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Asparagus Chutney

Asparagus Chutney

Even though Asparagus is a spring vegetable it is available throughout the year thanks to green house and tropical regions. Asparagus has many health benefits. It is loaded with nutrients like folate, vitamin A, C, E and K. It supplies good amount of fiber. It helps in fighting cancer as it has rich source of glutathione a detoxifying compound. It is packed with antioxidants and has ability to neutralize cell-damaging free radicals. It is a brain booster and has anti-aging property and is also a diuretic herb as it contains asparagine at high levels. It is recommended for male infertility too.

Tender Asparagus is edible and cooked in many ways. Asparagus chutney, which is slightly spicy, is tasty and easy to make and supplies less calories.

Ingredients:

1. Asparagus 1 bunch
2. Green chillies 4
3. Garlic cloves 3
4. Minced Ginger ¼ tsp
5. Chana dal ½ tsp
6. Urad dal ¼ tsp
7. Roasted Groundnut 2 tsp
8. Tamarind paste ¼ tsp
9. Mustard ¼ tsp
10. Curry leaves 4
11. Salt
12. Oil

Method:

1.Wash and chop the Asparagus into small pieces. Chop green chillies and garlic. Set aside.

2. Heat 1 tsp of oil in a pan. Add chana dal, Urad dal, green chillies one by one and sauté for few minutes. Add garlic, chopped asparagus and little salt. Fry them till the asparagus get tender. Switch off the stove and let it cool.

3. Grind the step 2 ingredients along with tamarind, ginger, groundnut and some water into fine paste.

4. Season it with mustard and curry leaves.

5. Asparagus chutney goes well with chapati, dosa, idli, rotti etc.

Recipe by: Ms. Mamatha Anil @ bhakshyabhojana.blogspot.com

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When a person sets realistic goals to make positive changes, what question should they ask themselves?

  • Which change is the greatest priority at this time?
  • Why is this change important to me?
  • What are the potential positive outcomes?
  • All of the above

The answer is: All of the above

Author: HealthyLife | Posted on: June 12, 2016
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Ramadan Dessert: Apple Halwa!

Ramadan Dessert: Apple Halwa!

Around the world people are celebrating Holy month of Ramadan. After breaking the fast in the evening, people look forward for Iftar with great meal and good dessert.  This is also season of apples.   Apples are delicious fruits with many nutrition values. If someone brings lots of apples to your home, don’t worry about how to consume so many apples. You can make apple pie, smoothie or apple pickle. Apple halwa is a  delicious dessert one should try for Iftar of this Ramadan.  It is easy to prepare and can be stored for few days.

Ingredients: (Serving size : 4)

1. Apples: 7, peeled, sliced and diced

2. Ghee: Two Tbs (one can use butter too)

3. Water: One Tbs

4. Sugar: 8 Tbs (depends on sweetness of apple)

5. Almonds: 12 – peel and cut into half

6. Pistachios – 10-12, peel and cut into half

7. Cinnamon powder: One tsp

8. Vanilla powder : One tsp

9. Raisin: 1 Tbs

10. Saffron: A pinch

Preparation:

1. In a pan melt the ghee (or butter) and slightly heat.

2. Now add apples and fry for 4-5 minutes. When the apple turns to slightly brown and soft add a Tbs of water.

3. Cook apples in medium heat for about 15 minutes by covering the lid. Cook till the apple get together and thickens.

4. Now mash the apples using a spoon and stir. Add sugar and continue stirring till the contents in the pan starts to release from the pan.

5. While stirring, add cinnamon and vanilla powder followed by saffron.

6. See whether the mixture has become translucent around the edges. If so, remove the pan from the flame.

7. While the mix is hot, add raisin and mix . Meanwhile smear little oil or ghee on a plate to transfer halwa.

8. Transfer the hot halwa mix to the plate and form a 1 inch thick layer. Place almond and pistachio pieces on the poured halwa.

9. When halwa cools down cut it into small squares. It can be served while it is warm or can be stored in an air tight container for next 5 to 6 days.

Recipe, Image : www.werindia.com

Author: HealthyLife | Posted on: June 10, 2016
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Importance of Meditation (Dhyana)

Importance of Meditation (Dhyana)

In our modern day life, we are immersed in stress, over work, competition, fights, busy life, technology and many others. All these reasons and many other reasons can make us unhappy, frustrated and unhealthy. In busy schedules and other priorities, we put ourselves in low priority line. We do not get enough time to focus on our happiness and peace. A simple 5 to 10 minutes meditation twice a day can help us to cheer up, be happy and focused.

Dhyana is the Sanskrit word for meditation. Remember dhyana or meditation is not weird — sitting in a quiet place and breathing with a focused mind does not look weird. The practice of meditation is spreading throughout the world. Besides, US congressmen, NFL football leagues, CEO’s of many companies, soldiers, college students, veterans, celebrities and the US Marine Corps all are doing it, then how it is weird ?

Overcoming negative minds and cultivating constructive thoughts is one of the sole purposes of the meditation.

Science has given reason for meditation.  When we meditate, it has effects on brain in different ways.

• The frontal lobe of brain is the most evolved part and is responsible for planning, reasoning, emotions and awareness. During meditation the frontal cortex tends to go offline.

• The parietal lobe is responsible for processing sensory information of the surrounding world and helps in orientation of in the present time and in space. During meditation the parietal lobe activity slows down.

• Thalamus regions is the gatekeeper for all senses and it keeps sensory data of the brain. Meditation helps to reduce the flow of incoming information and focuses mind only inside of the body.

• Reticular formation receives the incoming stimuli and keeps brain in alert condition. Meditation keeps this area calm and quite. Meditation increases cortical thickness in areas related to paying attention.

The other benefits of mediation: 

• Improved concentration and improves productivity. Helps in focusing and giving attention on subjects and also at work.

• Better health: Increases immune system, decreases pain and inflammation

• Knowledge of self and boosts self control. It makes us wiser. It helps to in making decision and gives clarity with what we have to do.

• Keeping calm : Boosts happiness, increases positive thoughts, decreases depression, stress and anxiety. The more we meditate the less anxiety we have. Multiple research studies have shown that meditation has the potential to decrease anxiety, thereby potentially boosting resilience and performance under stress.

• Happiness and healthy social life: Meditation may be a solitary activity, but it helps to increase the sense of connectivity to others. Helps to build good relationship and helps in making better choices.

• Memory booster and it helps in our ability to creativity and think outside the box.

• More Compassion-Research on meditation has shown that empathy and compassion are higher in those who practice meditation regularly.

Everybody has a busy life and priorities. Finding time for meditation may be challenging but make time. Do not think meditation as one more thing to do in your list. In fact, we should not “do” meditation, because meditation “does” us. All we need to do is sit for meditation and meditation will take care of us!

Image and article: www.werindia.com

Author: HealthyLife | Posted on: June 8, 2016
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