NADI PARIKSHA - Technique of Reading the Pulse.

Nadi Pariksha is the oldest procedure of Ayurveda, to determine the psycho-physical constitution of the individual and the state of balance or imbalance of the doshas. It is also Known as “Pulse diagnosis”.

Nadi Pariksha is based on the principal of vibrational theory, in which the biological elements of the body i.e. Vata, Pitta and Kapha creates vibrations throughout the body. With the help of this technique, Ayurvedic physician perceives these vibrations and find out the status of doshas, which are responsible for your health or illness. When the range of proportion of doshas remains within the limit or equilibrium, it is called optimal health. When these doshas lose their equilibrium and become imbalanced, they lead to disease.

There are many points in the body, from where physician can easily find out the vibrational pulse. But, the the most common place is wrist from where pulse can be checked by physician easily and clearly (for males, the right hand wrist and for females, the left-hand wrist pulse should be taken by the physician).

According to Ayurveda, rhythm, amplitude and frequency of the pulse are associated with the movement of animals.

For Example, if you have imbalanced Vata dosha, the pulse at your wrist would be similar to the movement of the snake: fast, irregular, empty. Your wrist would be more subtle, as the snake moves quickly, creating irregular features.

During imbalanced Pitta, pulse would be similar to the movement of the frog, hopping, smooth, determined. Like the frog, its movement would be continuous "jump" into a regular rhythm and eye-catching.

And during imbalanced Kapha dosha, pulse would be similar to the movement of the swan, slow, wide, majestic and full.

On basis of above mentioned description of Ayurvedic pulse diagnosis and your complains, Ayurvedic physician perceives about the imbalanced doshas, accumulated toxins, impaired organ and pathological changes of specific parts of your body, which helps them to prepare a perfect prescription of required medicines to you.

Prevention of Kidney Stone

Prevention of Kidney Stone

Kidney stone is a hard object that is result of an accumulation of dissolved minerals on the inner lining of the kidney. These deposits can grow to the size of a golf ball while maintaining a sharp, crystalline structure.

Pain during Kidney stone usually starts in the back below your ribs, radiating around your abdomen, and sometimes to your groin and genitals.

If you have Kidney stone, be careful about your diet because restricted diet can help you to flush out your renal stone through the urinary tract or to prevent the formation of new stone.

Drink at least 12 glasses of water (2-3 litres per day, preferably soft water in case of hard water boil sufficiently before drink)

FOOD RECOMMENDED

Coconut water, it is high in potassium and magnesium, which helps you to prevent stone formation.

Vegetables (Carrots, bitter Gourd), they are rich in minerals which act as stone inhibitors.

Lemon, it is rich in citrates, thereby preventing calcium oxalate stone formation.

Banana, It is rich in vitamin B6, which breakdown oxalic acid in body and thereby prevents stone formation

Pineapple juice, It contains enzymes which breakdown fibrins, thereby preventing kidney stone formation

Fibres (Barley, Oats), they are rich in stone inhibitors

Almond, it is also a rich source of potassium and magnesium which is also act as stone inhibitor.


FOOD RESTRICTED

Vegetables like Tomatoes and spinach have high oxalate content and Cauliflower, Brinjal, Mushroom have uric acid / purine content which cause stone formation.

Fruits like grapes have high oxalates, which can leads to stone formation.

Non-Vegetarian Food - Mutton, Chicken, Fish and Eggs are high in uric acid / Purine content, which are also responsible for stone formation.

OTHERS

Cashew nuts are high in oxalate content and

Chocolate / Cocoa, chocolate drink, tea, are high in oxalates. 

REMEDY TO CURE HYPOTHYROIDISM

Mix powdered long pepper (Piper longum / Pippali), dried Ginger root, dried Amla and Bark of Kanchanar tree (Bauhinia variegata) in equal proportion. Take 1 teaspoon of this mixture with lukewarm water, thrice a day.

WHAT IS HYPOTHYROIDISM ?

Hypothyroidism (underactive thyroid gland) is the medical term used to describe a condition in which there is a reduced level of thyroid hormone (thyroxine) in the body.

SYMPTOMS

The most common symptoms of hypothyroidism are Tiredness, Weight gain, Constipation, Dry skin, Dry thinning hair, Puffy face, Cold intolerance, Decreased sweating, Joint and muscle pain, Heavy or irregular menstrual periods, Slowed heart rate , Depression.

THYROXINE

Thyroxine is the main hormone secreted into the bloodstream by the thyroid gland. It plays an important role in regulating the body’s metabolic rate, heart and digestive functions, muscle control and maintenance of bones. It is also essential for brain development, so hypothyroidism during development or before birth and during childhood can cause mental impairment.

ADVERSE EFFECTS OF THYROXINE

Mostly people with hypothyroidism are taking Thyroxine tablets to balance the level of Thyroxine hormone in their bloodstream. But, they are not aware about the side effects of long term use of thyroxine medicine, which can cause serious health problems such as:

• Difficult or laboured breathing
• Dilated neck veins
• Increased blood pressure
• Increased pulse
• Skin itching, rash, or redness
• Swelling of the eyes, face, lips, throat, or tongue
• Tremors
• Blurred or double vision
• Seizures
• Severe headache

Therefore, you should try to avoid this medicine for long term use. We recommend you all to take natural Ayurvedic treatment to balance the secretions of your thyroidal hormones. Ayurvedic treatment is completely safe with no adverse effects. Ayurveda helps you to cure your ailments from the roots of cause.

Remedy to Cure VARICOSE VEINS

Ingredients :

• One teaspoon of Arjuna powder (Scientific name : Terminalia Arjuna)
• One teaspoon of Guggulu powder (Scientific name : Commiphora mukul) and
• 2 crushed Garlic cloves

Boil all above mentioned ingredients in 300ml of water till the water remains ½ in quantity. After cooling, drink with chewing cooked garlic cloves on an empty stomach (twice a day i.e 30 minutes before breakfast and dinner).

What are Varicose Veins ?

Veins are blood vessels that return deoxygenated blood from the outer parts of the body back to the heart and lungs. When these veins become abnormally thick, full of twists and turns or enlarged, they are called varicose veins. This Varicose veins can form anywhere in the body, but they are mostly occurs in the legs.

Symptoms

1. Prominent dark blue blood vessels
2. Bulging or twisting of the affected vein
3.Aching of the affected area, especially after sitting or standing for lengthy periods
4. Swelling in the legs
5. A feeling of heaviness and muscle fatigue in the legs
6. Itching around the affected veins
7. Leg cramps at rest

Cause

Veins push blood through valves which alternately open and close. Surrounding muscles help in this blood flow. When there is a chronic increase in blood pressure, the vein gets dilated and the vein walls are pushed apart. The valves cannot seal properly or failed to close properly and the muscles find it difficult to push the blood forward. The blood begins accumulated in the veins causing them to bulge and contort. In other words, Varicose veins are caused by weakened valves and veins in your legs.

Above mentioned Ayurvedic Home Remedy helps you to increases your venous tone, venous drainage and to lower your venous pressure. It is also helpful in shrinking engorged veins and reducing the inflammation of your legs.

Natural ways to prevent varicose veins

1. Exercise regularly to keep leg muscles toned and blood circulating.
2. Bring weight under control.
3. Your diet should be low in fat, sugar and salt.
4. Drink plenty of water.
5. Quit smoking. Smoking contributes to elevated blood pressure that can aggravate varicose veins.
6. While sitting or resting for long periods of time, elevate your legs.
7. If you have varicose veins, put your feet up a few inches above heart level to let gravity drain pooled blood from legs.
8. Incorporate bioflavonoids in your diet in the form of fruits such as oranges, apricots, blueberries, blackberries etc.

Enlarged Prostate / Benign Prostatic Hyperplasia (BPH)

Ingredients :

• Two teaspoon of Powdered Bark of Varuna (Scientific name : crataeva nurvala)
• One teaspoon of Powdered Bark of Kanchanar (Bauhinia variegata) and
• One teaspoon Amla powder

Boil all above mentioned ingredients in 300ml of water till the water remains ½ in quantity. After cooling & filtration, drink twice a day i.e 30 minutes after breakfast and dinner.

PROSTATE

Prostate is a small gland specific to men, located beneath the urinary bladder and wrapped around the urethra. Urethra is a tube that carries urine from the bladder to the penis and on out of the body. Prostate gland produces the milky white prostatic fluid that helps carry and nourishing sperm. It secretes at the time of ejaculation, which is alkaline in nature and also helps to neutralize the acidic environment of the vagina. Therefore, it is helpful to sperm for surviving after ejaculation.

BPH or ENLARGEMENT of PROSTATE

BPH refers to benign prostatic hyperplasia (increase in the number of cells) or hypertrophy (increase in cell size), the non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate. As men grows older there is an abnormal increase in prostatic cells (two out of three males), which makes pressure on urethra at the base of the urinary bladder causing painful urination.

Untreated prostate gland enlargement can block the flow of urine out of the bladder and can cause bladder, urinary tract or kidney problems.

Prostate gland enlargement varies in severity among men and tends to gradually worsen over time. Prostate gland enlargement symptoms include :

1. Frequent or urgent need to urinate
2. Burning with urination and a discharge from the penis
3. Sensation of fullness behind the scrotum and in front of the rectum
4. A thin stream of urine which stops and starts rather than a full stream of urine
5. Straining while urinating
6. Not being able to completely empty the bladder or Urine retention
7. Dribbling at the end of urination
8. Lower back and thigh pain
9. Urinary tract infection
10. Formation of stones in the bladder
11. Reduced kidney function

CAUSES

The causes of prostate enlargement are not yet fully known, but are probably associated with the ageing process and dihydrotestosterone, a male hormone. Experts believe that dihydrotestosterone spurs the prostate's growth in adulthood.

Natural Ways to Reduce Prostate Enlargement

Consult a doctor as soon as symptoms appear. In particular, see a doctor if your symptoms cause distress, are associated with abdominal pain, or if the urine is blood-stained. Once symptoms develop, they remain persistent. Without medical attention, the condition may worsen and cause distress.

Try to avoid medications and other substances that aggravate the condition. These can include alcohol, medications used to treat depression or Parkinson's disease, some heart drugs, and certain cough and cold remedies.

These other self-care tips may be of benefit.

1. Do not let your bladder get too full. Urinate as soon as the urge arises. Try to relax when urinating.
2. When taking long car trips, make frequent stops to urinate.
3. Whenever possible, sit on a hard chair instead of a soft one.
4. Incorporate a healthy diet with lots of fruits (bananas, coconut, cranberries, dates, goosberries) and vegetables (beetroot, cabbage, lettuce, onions, parsnip, radishes, spinach.
5. Reduce your coffee and alcohol intake and avoid spicy foods if possible.
6. Restrict the intake of fluids before going to bed.
7. Reduce stress.
8. Don’t smoke.
9. Prefer moderation in sexual activity.
10. Alternating hot and cold sitz baths can offer some relief from pain.

SITZ BATH - Sit in hot water for three minutes then in cold water for one minute. Repeat this procedure three times to complete one set. You can do two to three sets per day.

11. Avoid cold and sinus medications because they contain antihistamine, which can make condition more worsen.
12.Avoid dampness and cold temperatures

Amazing Foods That Ease Menstrual Cramps

The menstrual cycle is manifested differently in each member of the gentler sex. However, most of the women are complaining of various pains that occur in that period. Menstrual cramps usually last one or two days.

1. Almonds

Instead high calorie and savory snacks, you should consume almonds. They are very healthy and effective for those women who have sensitive and painful breasts during menstruation or before period. If you are one of those woman you must consume almonds.

The ingredients found in almonds have the opportunity to reduce sensitivity and to reduce the symptoms of PMS.

2. cucumber
Frequent cramps are often caused by the accumulation of water in the organism, which is caused by hormones that varying during that time of the month.

Cucumber is easily available and is a natural diuretic, it stimulates urination and relieves symptoms.

Best Hints for Life.

1. It hurts to love someone and not be loved in return. But what is more painful is to love some­one and never find the courage to let that person know how you feel.

2. A sad thing in life is when you meet someone who means a lot to you, only to find out in the end that it was never meant to be and you just have to let go.

3. The best kind of friend is the kind you can sit on a porch swing with, never say a word, and then walk away feeling like it was the best con­versation you’ve ever had.

4. It’s true that we don’t know what we’ve got until we lose it, but it’s also true that we don’t know what we’ve been missing until it arrives.

5. It takes only a minute to get a crush on some­one, an hour to like someone, and a day to love someone — but it takes a lifetime to forget someone.

6. Don’t go for looks, they can deceive. Don’t go for wealth, even that fades away. Go for someone who makes you smile because it takes only a smile to make a dark day seem bright.

7. Dream what you want to dream, go where you want to go, be what you want to be. Because you have only one life and one chance to do all the things you want to do.

8. Always put yourself in the other’s shoes. If you feel that it hurts you, it probably hurts the per­son too.

9. A careless word may kindle strife. A cruel word may wreck a life. A timely word may level stress. But a loving word may heal and bless.

10. The happiest of people don’t necessarily have the best of everything they just make the most of everything that comes along their way.

11. Love begins with a smile, grows with a kiss, ends with a tear. When you were born, you were crying and everyone around you was smiling. Live your life so that when you die, you’re the one smiling and everyone around you is crying.

HEALTH SECRETS OF GRAPEFRUIT:

1. Neutralizes Acidity: Grapefruit juice has an alkaline reaction after digestion, neutralizing the acidity in the stomach. 

2. Prevents Atherosclerosis: Grapefruit contains Pectin that is effective in reducing the accumulation of arterial deposits, and vitamin C helps to strengthen and maintain the elasticity of arteries.

3. Fights Cancer: Bioflavonoids found in grapefruit eliminates excess estrogen, and fight carcinogens in breast cancer patients. Pectin acts as a bulk laxative, protecting the colon mucous membrane from stomach and pancreatic cancer. Lycopene along with Vitamin A fight lung cancer and oral cancer. Naringenin, a flavonoid helps to repair damaged DNA in prostate cancer cells.

4. Lowers bad Cholesterol: Antioxidants present in grapefruit help to reduce cholesterol and triglyceride levels. Grapefruit also boosts heart health and reduces heart disease.

5. Prevents Diabetes: Increased consumption of grapefruit helps to reduce and burn the starch and sugar content in the body reducing the risks of both Type I and Type II Diabetes.

6. Fights Fatigue and fever: Grapefruit juice with lemon and honey provides relief from high body temperature and instantly diffuses the fatigue from overwork, fever or stress.

7. Cures Insomnia: A warm drink of grapefruit juice before bedtime, helps to promote sleep and alleviates insomnia.

8. For Pregnant Women: The bioflavonoids and vitamin C in grapefruit help to reduce water retention and swelling of the legs during pregnancy.

9. Soothes Sore Throat: Drinking freshly-squeezed grapefruit juice with warm water and honey is a age old remedy that helps relieve sore throats and soothes coughs.

10. Aids Weight-loss: Grapefruits lowers insulin, is very low in calories and sodium, contain rich dietary water soluble fiber that make you stay fuller longer and has high water content providing adequate hydration.

11. Detoxifier: Nutrients like antioxidants and phytonutrients, called limonoids help remove toxin stored in colons and kidney, cleansing and detoxify the liver and contains naringenin which causes the liver to burn fat rather than store it.

12. For Skin Health: Grapefruit contains high amount of Vitamin A and C, minerals and anti-oxidants like retinol that fight damage caused due to free radicals and oxidative stress and stimulate the production of skin collagen that provides elasticity, prevents skin pigmentation, wrinkles and age spots.

13. Clears Kidney Stones: Grapefruit juice contains Vitamin C which is very effective in treating calcium oxalate kidney stones, by increasing urinary pH and hastening the rate at which citric acid is secreted.

14. Hair Care: Vitamin C has strong antioxidant properties boosting the immunity system, strengthening the hair follicles and increases blood circulation in the scalp which promotes hair growth. Grapefruit seed extracts can help to fight the bacteria on the scalp, soothes the skin, and wards off dandruff.

15. Improves Vision: Grapefruits contains rich amounts of Vitamin A and flavonoid antioxidants such as naringenin and naringin, lycopene, beta carotene, xanthin and lutein. These anti-oxidants promote good eye health and prevent cataracts and age related macular degeneration.

16. Prevents Arthritis: Grapefruit juice contains salicylic acid that helps break down the body’s calcium that can build up in the cartilages of joints leading to arthritis.

17. Fights Infections: The flavonoids, vitamin C and minerals present in grapefruit provide great support to immune system to ward of common colds and other infections.

18. Prevents Gum Problems: Grapefruits help reduce gum bleeding, increase plasma vitamin C levels and help to prevent and treat periodontal diseases.

19. Heals Respiratory Problems: Vitamin C in grapefruits reduces wheezing symptoms in children and aids in treating asthma, chronic cough, shortness of breath and even runny nose. 

10 Foods to Help Prevent Clogged Arteries

• Garlic
Since ancient times garlic has been used to treat heart disease and hypertension. According to a study published
in preventive medicine, garlic inhibits coronary artery calcification which serves as a marker for plaque formation.

• Grapes
Grapes are rich in flavonoids, quercetin, and resveratrol. These flavonoids have been found to prevent the oxidation of bad cholesterol that leads to the formation of plaque in artery walls. They also lower the risk of developing blood clots that can lead to heart attacks.

• Spinach
Spinach is rich in potassium and folic acids, both of which act as a defense against high blood pressure. Spinach is also rich in lutein, a plant carotenoid which not only protects against age related macular degeneration but also
prevents heart attacks by keeping arteries free from cholesterol build up.

• Fish
A study conducted by researchers at Southampton University found that Omega 3 oils, present in fishes like
tuna and salmon, stop the build up of fatty deposits in the arteries. These fatty acids prevent clots from forming and cholesterol from becoming oxidized.

• Olive oil

Only oxidized cholesterol is able to stick to your artery walls and form plaques. Monounsaturated fats present in
olive oil when mixed with molecules of bad cholesterol become less likely to be oxidized.

• Tomatoes
According to a study conducted by Korean researchers, lycopene, a compound present in tomatoes that gives them their color, helps in prevent hardening of the arteries. Researchers found that women with the highest lycopene levels in their blood had the least stiffness in their arteries.

• Pomegranates
Pomegranate juice not only appears to prevent hardening of the arteries by reducing blood vessel damage, but may also reverse the progression of this disease. Pomegranate fruit and its juice are high in antioxidant content, which may help fight hardening of the arteries.

• Kiwi and Cantaloupe
These antioxidant-rich foods work by reducing toxic LDL cholesterol, which is formed by a rusting process in your
arteries. They can help stop the rust in its tracks and even prevent it from spreading. Eat one cup of cantaloupe or one kiwi per day to unclog your arteries.

• Cranberry juice
This juice strains the fat out of arteries. Instead of having fat build up in your blood vessels, this juice boosts your
cell’s ability to absorb the fat and use it for production of energy. Drink three glasses of this juice every week to
unclog your arteries.

• Oats
Thanks to the soluble fiber in oats, cholesterol doesn't stand a chance. This fiber attaches itself to cholesterol
and carries it right out of your system. Some studies have shown that eating just 1 1/2 to 2 1/2 cups of cooked oat- bran cereal daily can lower cholesterol levels by almost 20%.

First Aid for Heat Stroke

If you suspect heat stroke:
- Move the person out of the sun and into a shady or air-conditioned space.
- Have the person lie down and elevate the feet.
- Cool the person by covering with damp sheets or by spraying with cool water.
- Direct air onto the person with a fan or newspaper.
- Have the person drink cool water or other nonalcoholic beverage without caffeine, if he or she is able.

DID YOU KNOW THIS FACTS.

1. Women have a biological ability to tell whether a man is lying or being honest based on the way he stands.

2. 90% of what you think alters and controls your overall mood each day. It only takes one negative thought to ruin your mood.

3. Remember that people will always question the good things they hear about you, and believe the bad ones without a second thought.

4. Having at least one " Lazy day " per week can help reduce stress, high blood pressure, stroke.

5. Spending a large amount of time with someone literally causes you to pick up their habits. Choose your friends wisely!

6. It's the rule of life: everything you've always waited for comes the very second you stop looking for it.

7. People are more likely to assume you're arguing with them when you're actually just explaining why you're right.

REASONS TO EAT SPINACH LIKE POPEYE:

1. Healthy Diet Food: Spinach is abundant in dietary fiber, which aids in digestion, prevents constipation through smooth and effective waste disposal, maintains low blood sugar, and curbs overeating. Spinach is a low calorie, and fat and cholesterol free food.

2. Anti Cancer: Flavonoids, a phytonutrient, and antioxidant beta-carotene, abundant in spinach, slow down cell division in cancer cells preventing stomach, skin, prostate, and ovarian cancer.

3. Anti-Inflammatory: Spinach is super rich in anti-inflammatory epoxy xanthophylls- Neoxanthin and violaxanthin, that help fight inflammation related disorders like arthritis, osteoporosis, migraine headaches, and asthma.

4. Boosts Brain and Nervous System: Vitamin K assists in maintaining a healthy nervous system and brain function by synthesizing sphingolipids, the crucial fat that makes up the Myelin sheath around our nerves and slows the age-related brain function decline.

5. Antioxidant: The vitamin C, E, flavanoids, beta-carotene, manganese, zinc and selenium in spinach are powerful antioxidants that combat free radicals and the onset of osteoporosis, atherosclerosis and high blood pressure.

6. Regulates Blood Pressure: Spinach contains peptides that inhibit the angiotensin (constrictor of blood vessels) I-converting enzyme, effectively lowering blood pressure. The antioxidants, vitamins C and A, help fight free radicals and prevent cholesterol from oxidizing. Folate and magnesium help maintain a healthy cardiovascular system.

7. Improves Vision: Antioxidants lutein and zeaxanthin, plentiful in spinach, protect the eyes from cataracts and age-related macular degeneration.

8. Improves Immunity Shield: Spinach is super rich in vitamin A that not only protects and strengthens the mucous membranes, respiratory, urinary and intestinal tracts, but is also a key component of lymphocytes or white blood cells that fight infections.

9. Strengthens Bones: Vitamin K prevents excess activation of osteoclasts, the cells that break down bones, as well as promote the synthesis of osteocalcin, the protein that is essential for maintaining the strength and density of our bones.

10. Prevents Calcification: Vitamin K aids the carboxylation process which produces the matrix Gla protein responsible to prevent calcium deposits in tissues and blood vessels, a primary cause of atherosclerosis, cardiovascular disease and stroke.

11. Increases Muscle Efficiency: Spinach reduces the amount of oxygen required to power your muscles during strenuous exercise. So you need less effort to do more.

12. Skin Care: The high amount of vitamin A in spinach also promotes healthy skin by allowing for proper moisture retention in the epidermis, thus fighting psoriasis, keratinization, acne and even wrinkles.

13. GastroIntestinal (GI) Health: Spinach contains beta-carotene, vitamin C and folate that prevent the harmful effects of free radicals, DNA damage and mutations in colon cells.

14. Anti Anemic: The mineral Iron, in spinach is critical for menstruating women, growing children and adolescents, and is a building block of hemoglobin, essential for oxygen supply and energy to all body cells.

A CABBAGE TO SHED BELLY FAT

1. Weight Loss Food: Cabbage is referred to as “smart carb” as it is low in calories and fat and rich in fiber, which inhibits the conversion of sugar and other carbohydrates into fat. A must have on any weight loss diet.

2. Anti-Cancer: Fresh cabbage juice has been effective in the treatment of ulceration in the digestive tracts, and breast, colon, liver, lung and ovarian cancers. Contains cancer preventative compounds lupeol, sinigrin and sulforaphane that help protect cells from invasion of carcinogens. 

3. Immunity Builder: A compound called histidine in cabbage is found to be useful in treating allergies and regulating the T-cells in our immune systems. Cabbage contains very high levels of antioxidant Vitamin C that fights free radicals thus strengthening the immune system.

4. Digestive Cleanser: The amino acid- glutamine and high sulphur, chlorine and iodine content, in cabbage juice gently cleanses, detoxifyies, and heals the mucus membranes in the digestive tracts of stomach and peptic ulcers.

5. Skin Healer: Wrapping cabbage leaves around affected areas of blisters, sores, skin eruptions (as in psoriasis), burns and ulcers, speeds up the healing process. Antioxidant sources, including vitamin-C, anthocyanins, and sulphur, fight free radicals causing wrinkles, skin discoloration, spots, and many other conditions.

6. Relieves Constipation: Cabbage is very rich in fiber and its laxative effect makes it effective in stimulating bowel movement, in water retention and maintaining the bulkiness of the food as it moves through the bowels, preventing constipation and other digestion-related problems.

7. Brain Food: Red cabbage contains Vitamin K, iodine and anthocyanins that improve mental function and concentration, prevent neural degeneration, improving your defense against Alzheimer’s disease and dementia, and keep the endocrinal glands in healthy condition.

8. Detoxifier: Vitamin C and sulphur in cabbage purifies the blood and removes toxins like free radicals and uric acid, root causes of rheumatism, gout, arthritis, renal calculi, skin diseases, and eczema.

9. Lowers Blood Pressure: Potassium is a vasodilator that helps by opening up and easing the pressure on the blood vessels, improves blood flow, and prevents cardio vascular diseases like heart attack and stroke.

10. Fights Anemia: Super healing effect of the superior chlorophyll in cabbage is critical for production of blood and maintaining healthy levels of red blood cells preventing anemia.

11. Cures Headaches: A warm compress made with cabbage leaves can help relieve the pain of a headache. Raw cabbage juice can also heal chronic headaches.

12. Regulates Blood Sugar: Cabbage has very simple sugars and the natural red pigments of red cabbage (betalains) lowers blood sugar levels and boosts insulin production.

13. Anti-Inflammatory: Cabbage leaves accumulate cadmium-binding complexes-glutamine, which is a strong anti-inflammatory agent preventing irritation, allergies, joint pain, fever, and various skin disorders.

14. Eye Health: Cabbage is a rich source of beta-carotene that promotes good eye health, prevents age related macular degeneration and delays the onset of cataracts.

15. Strengthens Bones: Cabbage is a great source of calcium, magnesium, and potassium, essential minerals for the protection of bones from degradation and the onset of conditions like osteoporosis and arthritis.

16. Muscle Aches: During cooking, sugars in cabbage get fermented, releasing lactic acid that reduces muscle soreness and aches.

17. Other Benefits: Cabbage also contains vitamin-E that keeps the skin, eyes and hair healthy. Calcium, magnesium, and potassium found in cabbage are very useful in the treatment of varicose veins, leg ulcers, peptic and duodenal ulcers.

HEALTH SECRETS OF RADISH

1. Respiratory Decongestant: The pungent flavor of radish acts as a decongestant, eliminating excess mucus and helping soothe chronic bronchial flare-ups, sinus infections, sore throat, asthma, allergic irritations, and colds.

2. Digestive Health: Radishes are rich in dietary fiber that soothes the excretory and digestive systems, maintains healthy metabolism, regulates bowel movement, relieves bloating and indigestion, and prevents constipation that can lead to piles.

3. Immunity Builder: Radish contains potassium, an integral component in maintaining healthy muscle and nerve function. Iron has positive effects on the blood, increases hemoglobin and oxygen supply to the body cells, and boosts the immune system.

4. Treats Skin Disorders: The vitamins A, C and K and minerals like phosphorus and zinc, present in radishes improve cell production and cell repair and help to prevent skin disorders like dry skin, pimples and acne. Radishes can be used to treat Leucoderma because of their anti-carcinogenic properties as well as detoxifying abilities.

5. Stabilizes Blood Pressure: Radish is rich in magnesium and vitamin B which helps in stabilizing blood pressure.

6. Anti Cancer: Radishes due to their high levels of fiber, vitamin C, anthocyanins, isothiocyanates and folic acid, as well as detoxifying abilities, induce apoptosis (process of altering the cancerous cells’ genetic pathways, causing them to die and be incapable of reproducing) in cancer cells affecting the mouth, stomach, intestinal, kidney and colon.

7. Aids Weight Loss: Radish is high in water content, dietary fiber and has a low glycemic index, while being miserly low in fats, sugars and carbs which helps to increase satiety and avoid fat accumulation in the body.

8. Muscle building and repair: Radishes are a very rich source of proteins and high in water content, vitamin C, phosphorus and zinc, which nourishes and hydrated the tissues and promotes muscle development and repair.

9. Cardio Care: The fiber, vitamins and minerals in radishes lower cholesterol, manage diabetes and regulate blood pressure and blood sugar levels.

10. Hair Care: Radish contains various nutrients including Iron that helps fight hair fall problems, stimulates hair growth, strengthens hair follicles, and fights dandruff. Its rich water content provides hydration to the scalp.

11. Detoxification: Radishes is a great detoxifier purging toxins from the liver, gallbladder, stomach and colon. Radishes contain enzymes such as esterase, amylase, diastase and myrosinase that stimulate bile production and regulate bilirubin production and flush the excess from your blood, preventing jaundice, ulcers and infections.

12. Kidney Cleanse: Radishes are rated highly, due to their diuretic, disinfectant and cleansing properties, in cleaning out your kidneys of excess toxins and helping treat various urinary tract infections. They also help cure burning sensations during urination as well as inflammation.

13. Naturally cooling: Radishes have a pungent flavor and eastern medicine has long recommended it as a naturally cooling food, decreasing excess heat in the body that can build up during the warm summers. It can effectively bring down high temperatures associated with fever.

14. Heals Insect Bites: Radish juice has anti-pruritic properties, effective in treating bee stings and insect bites, and helps soothe the affected areas and reduce pain.

15. Others Cures: Radishes can also serve as a metabolism regulator, laxative, breath freshener and appetizer. Normal consumption can also improve blood circulation as well as treat dyspepsia, gall stones, gastric problems, whooping cough, obesity, nausea, acidity and headaches.

16. Rich in vitamins: Radishes contain vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin E, and some vitamin B. Vitamin A helps maintain eye health, vitamin B metabolism of proteins and carbohydrates are refined, Vitamin E prevents the reproduction-related anomalies. Radish also contains minerals such as calcium, potassium, iron, sodium, magnesium, and phosphorus. These play an important role in body’s metabolism, act as oxygen carriers, pregnancy nutrients and even blood pressure and sugar controllers. 

Popcorn is a healthy snack choice to stay young and fit:

It is whole grain that keeps your digestive system healthy and helps in weight loss

It lowers bad cholesterol and prevents heart attacks, strokes and atherosclerosis

It is good for diabetics as it regulates blood sugar and insulin levels
It has loads of polyphenolic compounds that reduce the risk of cancer
It helps prevent signs of ageing like wrinkles, hair loss, dementia, muscle weakness etc.
Avoid popcorn with lot of salt, butter, flavouring and the pre-packaged variety to enjoy these benefits!

Lemongrass is a minefield of tremendous health benefits:

It is a storehouse of vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, C, folate and minerals

It lowers bad cholesterol and keeps your heart healthy by promoting blood flow in arteries

It enhances your kidneys and liver health by lowering the uric acid in the body

It helps in detoxification and keeps your digestion in a good shape

It prevents insomnia, bronchial asthma, skin cancer, infections, obesity and edem

Top 5 health benefits of Okra:

It has lots of fibre that relieves cramping, bloating, excessive gas and constipation 

It is full of vitamin A that prevents macular degeneration and cataract

It is rich in antioxidants that protects skin cells from damage

It is high in vitamin C content that boosts your immunity

It reduces high blood pressure and enhances heart health 

SEX BOOSTING FRUIT

The fact that eating sex boosting fruits may enhance your lovemaking and increase your libido? Including sex boosting foods creates sexual magic adding spice in your life. There are some sex fruits which are been used to enhance your lovemaking capacity since ages.

Balanced diet, especially sex boosting fruits play a very important role for sexual well being. There are many different types of sex fruits which you can try to increase your sex drive and most of the fruits that help to increase your sex drive will contain high levels of antioxidants and some vitamins which help to increase testosterone, male sex hormone enhancing the libido.

BOOSTING Sex FROM POMEGRANATE

The pomegranate is packed with antioxidants like anthocyanins, ellagic acid and tannins. Antioxidants helps in preventing many health issues like Heart Diseases, Ageing, Arthritis, High blood pressure, reduces bad cholesterol. Apart from all these wonders it is one of best fruits for increasing your sexual stamina.

The main reason pomegranate is so effective is that it helps the body to produce  nitric oxide which helps to open up blood vessels and increase to blood flow which is great for the libido.

You can eat pomegranate or drink the juice, the juice is more helpful but the fruit can also be very enjoyable to eat when shared with your partner.

BOOSTING SEX FROM FIGS

Figs are also very effective at increasing libido in both males and females and it’s mainly due to the high levels of amino acids found in figs. Amino acids play an important role in normal sexual function and will help increase levels of nitric oxide in the body.

Figs increase your sexual stamina as well as have got a very sexual appearance. 

BOOSTING SEX FROM AVOCADO

Avocado’s are one of the best considered fruits for sex. The Avocado contains high levels of folic acid which help metabolize proteins giving you an energy boost increasing your sexual stamina in both males as well as females.

Avocado is full of vitamin B6 which helps to fight stress increasing the sex drive. It also helps in the production of testosterone. Due to their high potassium content they increase women’s libido.

BOOSTING SEX FROM DATES

Have you ever thought that this small round fruit will be beneficial in enhancing your love making capacity? Yes, Dates are among those fruits which help increase your sexual stamina. They are packed with amino acids for sexual stamina as well as a good dose of fruity sugars which make them sweet and boost your energy.

BOOSTING SEX FROM NUTMEG

Sex therapists have long recommended cooking with nutmeg to 
increase sexual desire. Nutmeg has a long ancient history of being an integral part of herbal medicines, to cure impotency and increase libido.

REASONS TO BITE INTO A PLUM:

1. Healthy Heart: Soluble fiber in plums, bind to cholesterol and expel them from the body. Antioxidants help fight free radicals and prevent cholesterol oxidation. Potassium helps control heart rate and blood pressure, prevents platelet clotting that can lead to Atherosclerosis, high blood pressure, stroke and coronary heart disease. Vitamin B6 prevents homocysteine levels and reduces the possibility of heart attack. 


2. Digestive Aid: Plum is a natural laxative and its high fiber content, and compounds-sorbitol and isatin, help maintain regular bowel movements and relieve constipation.

3. Protects against Free Radicals: Plum contains anti-oxidant compounds like lutein and anthocyanins that reduce the amount of harmful free radicals in the body. Vitamin C helps the body to develop resistance against infectious agents, counter inflammation and free radicals.

4. Boost Immunity: Rich Vitamin C content in plum supports the body in building healthy tissues and strengthening the immune system preventing cold, flu and recurrent infections. Vitamin C increases the body’s ability to absorb iron critical for red blood cells formation and prevents anemia.

5. Lowers Cholesterol Levels: The soluble fiber in Plum inhibits the amount of cholesterol manufactured by the liver and binds to the cholesterol and toxins in the intestine and expels it from the system.

6. Prevents Cancer: Anthocyanins and beta carotene, in plums, protect the body against free radicals and cancer-causing compounds affecting the breast, oral cavity, gastrointestinal and respiratory tracts without harming healthy cells.

7. Improves Vision: Vitamin A and zea xanthin are essential for maintaining healthy mucus membranes of the eyes and lowering the risk of age related macular degeneration.

8. Strengthens Bones: Plums are rich in vitamin D and calcium, essential for strong and nonporous bones. Rich amount of penoic and flavonoids compounds reverses bone loss. Boron plays an important role in ossification and actively participates in the preservation of bone density.

9. Lowers Diabetes Risk: Plums are sweet yet have a low glycemic index. Its phytonutrients slow down glucose release, preventing insulin spikes, and helping maintain blood sugar levels, greatly reducing the risk of developing Type 2 diabetes.

10. Blood Purifier: The rich fiber content in plums help prevent bookkeeping platelets- triggers for blood disorders such as arteriosclerosis and high blood pressure. Plum helps purify the blood by process of oxygenation and its diuretic properties help in effective detoxification.

11. Aids Weight Loss: Plum is very low in calories but rich in fibre and antioxidants that improve liver and gastrointestinal function, boosting metabolism rate and aiding proper digestion. It also contains citric acid which prevents tiredness and cramps, replenishing the body tissues after strenuous workouts.

12. Boosts Brain Function: Plums are full of antioxidants that have been shown to slow the development of Alzheimer’s disease. They also contain anthocyanin and quercetin, beneficial for preventing brain cell breakdown.

13. Prenatal Care: Plums have a good amount of folic acid and calcium which are very essential for pregnant women and preventing congenital disorders of the spine and neural tube in the fetus.

14. For Youthful Skin: Vitamin E and beta carotene, an antioxidant in plums, protect fatty acids and cell membranes from attack of free radicals, preventing skin discoloration, freckles, wrinkles, heals wounds and scar tissues, and maintains skin elasticity. Vitamin C aids hydroxyproline and hydroxylysine production, needed to bind the molecules that produce collagen.

15. Long Lustrous Hair: Vitamin C and E in plum strengthen the cell membranes, prevent free radicals, nourish hair follicles, promote healthy collagen, fights dandruff, and reverses Adrenal gland fatigue. Iron improves blood circulation, combats alopecia, repairs capillaries to promote stronger and thicker hair, and prevents premature greying.

16. Rich Source of Magnesium: Magnesium in plum is necessary for healthy muscle contraction and improving nervous impulse response.

DRINK WATER ON EMPTY STOMACH

It is popular in Japan today to drink water immediately after waking up every morning. Furthermore, scientific tests have proven its value. We publish below a description of use of water for our readers. For old and serious diseases as well as modern illnesses the water treatment had been found successful by a Japanese medical society as a 100% cure for the following diseases:

Headache, body ache, heart system, arthritis, fast heart beat, epilepsy, excess fatness, bronchitis asthma, TB, meningitis, kidney and urine diseases, vomiting, gastritis, diarrhea, piles, diabetes, constipation, all eye diseases, womb, cancer and menstrual disorders, ear nose and throat diseases.

METHOD OF TREATMENT
1. As you wake up in the morning before brushing teeth, drink 4 x 160ml glasses of water

2. Brush and clean the mouth but do not eat or drink anything for 45 minute

3.. After 45 minutes you may eat and drink as normal.

4. After 15 minutes of breakfast, lunch and dinner do not eat or drink anything for 2 hours

5. Those who are old or sick and are unable to drink 4 glasses of water at the beginning may commence by taking little water and gradually increase it to 4 glasses per day.

6. The above method of treatment will cure diseases of the sick and others can enjoy a healthy life.

The following list gives the number of days of treatment required to cure/control/reduce main diseases:
1. High Blood Pressure (30 days)
2. Gastric (10 days)
3. Diabetes (30 days)
4. Constipation (10 days)
5. Cancer (180 days)
6. TB (90 days)
7. Arthritis patients should follow the above treatment only for 3 days in the 1st week, and from 2nd week onwards – daily..

This treatment method has no side effects, however at the commencement of treatment you may have to urinate a few times.
It is better if we continue this and make this procedure as a routine work in our life. Drink Water and Stay healthy and Active.

This makes sense .. The Chinese and Japanese drink hot tea with their meals not cold water. Maybe it is time we adopt their drinking habit while eating!!! Nothing to lose, everything to gain...

For those who like to drink cold water, this article is applicable to you.
It is nice to have a cup of cold drink after a meal. However, the cold water will solidify the oily stuff that you have just consumed. It will slow down the digestion.

Once this 'sludge' reacts with the acid, it will break down and be absorbed by the intestine faster than the solid food. It will line the intestine.
Very soon, this will turn into fats and lead to cancer. It is best to drink hot soup or warm water after a meal.

A serious note about heart attacks:

• Women should know that not every heart attack symptom is going to be the left arm hurting,
• Be aware of intense pain in the jaw line.
• You may never have the first chest pain during the course of a heart attack.
• Nausea and intense sweating are also common symptoms.
• 60% of people who have a heart attack while they are asleep do not wake up.
• Pain in the jaw can wake you from a sound sleep. Let's be careful and be aware. The more we know, the better chance we could survive...
A cardiologist says if everyone who gets this mail sends it to everyone they know, you can be sure that we'll save at least one life.
Please be a true friend and send this article to all your friends you care about.

SECRETS OF POMEGRANATE:

1. Protects the Arteries: Pomegranate juice improves the body’s ability to synthesize cholesterol and destroy free radicals in the vascular system. It has anti-atherogenic effect on the heart that fights hardening of the arteries (atherosclerosis), prevents the buildup of plaque in the arteries, keeping the arteries flexible and decreasing the inflammation in the lining of the blood vessels.

2. Fights Metabolic Syndrome: Pomegranates helps the body regulate sugar levels, improves insulin sensitivity, reduces inflammation, and other issues related to the metabolic syndrome which is a major contributor to obesity and often a precursor to diabetes.

3. Cures Diarrhea: Drinking fresh pomegranate juice is an excellent remedy to soothe the pain and inflammation caused by severe diarrhea with blood and mucus in stools.

4. Renal Support: Pomegranate extract provides effective protection to the kidneys from damage caused by harmful toxins through its cleansing process.

5. Prenatal Care: Pomegranate juice contains a potent mix of vitamins and minerals including folic acid and antioxidants that ensure healthy blood flow, and lower the risk of premature child birth or birth of babies with low birth weight. The potassium content helps prevent leg cramps and prevents morning sickness and nausea during pregnancy.

6. Lowers Bad Cholesterol: Pomegranates are rich in anti oxidants that reduce levels of bad cholesterol or low density lipoprotein (LDL) and improves HDL or good cholesterol in the body.

7. Anti Cancer: The high anti-oxidant content and nutritional components (luteolin, ellagic, and punicic acids) protects cells from free radical damage and stimulates the white blood cells to neutralize toxins, induces apoptosis (a process where the cells destroy themselves), blocks aromatase (enzyme that converts androgen to estrogen) preventing breast, lung and prostate and skin cancers.

8. Regulates Blood Pressure: Pomegranate juice reduces lesions and inflammation of blood vessels, is an anti-coagulant, and an effective blood thinner, facilitating the smooth flow of blood throughout the body.

9. Immune System Boost: Pomegranate juice has strong anti-bacterial and anti-microbial properties which help fight viruses and bacteria and boost our immunity system. Out of all the fruits, pomegranate’s anti-microbial properties have the highest potential to inhibit the transmission of HIV. It contains vitamin C which improves resistance for outer infections caused by the viruses.

10. Anti Allergy: Pomegranates are rich in polyphenol compounds that inhibit and keep under control the biochemical processes associated with allergic symptoms.

11. Prevents Anemia: Pomegranate juice contains high amount of iron that compensates for any deficit of red blood cells and is especially beneficial for women after monthly loss of blood due to menstruation.

12. Cartilage Regenerator: Pomegranate juice acts as an inhibiter on enzymes that are responsible for damaging the cartilage in patients suffering from osteoarthritis and bone inflammation.

13. Regulates Blood Sugar Levels: Although pomegranate juice contains fructose, it does not elevate the blood sugar level as other fruit juices do as it gets absorbed into the blood slowly without causing sugar spikes.

14. Soothes Respiratory Tract: The high content of ascorbic acid (vitamin C) in this fruit is a powerful anti-inflammatory agent which reduces wheezing in young children with asthmaand significantly reduces the soreness and redness in the throat.

15. Aids Weight Loss: Pomegranate contains very low amount of natural fat and cholesterol while being flush with nutrients and minerals. The soluble and insoluble dietary fiber increases satiety, increase bulk of the stool and expels fat and toxins from the body.

16. Anti Inflammatory: Pomegranate shows anti-inflammatory properties in several parts of body. For this reason there are so many health benefits of pomegranate, it yields a protection status against asthma, piles, diarrhea and other diseases.

17. Liver Care: Pomegranate juice not only protects the liver, but helps in the rebuilding process in case of damage due to alcohol or substance abuse. Helps replenish the natural functioning of this vital organ.

18. Stomach Soother: Pomegranate juice induces hunger, controls thirst, and the high amount of dietary soluble and insoluble fiber, helps to improve digestion and regulate bowel movement.

19. Skin Benefits: Pomegranate juice slows down ageing process by reducing wrinkles, fine lines, hyper-pigmentation, dark spots and pimples; provides hydration through punicic acid, an omega 3 fatty acid; hastens the process of healing of wounds and extends the life of fibroblasts responsible for the production of collagen and elastin. Pomegranate contains antioxidants –anthocyanins, hydrolysable tannins, and ellagic acid (polyphenol) that inhibit the growth of cancer of the skin.

20. Hair Care: Pomegranate juice consumed regularly helps strengthen the hair follicles preventing hair fall and giving the hair a healthy and lustrous look.

21. Nutrient Super Store: Pomegranate contains rich amounts of vitamins such as Vitamin A, C, K, and B5. Other vitamin B complex compounds include pantothenic acid, folates, and pyridoxine. Pomegranate is also full of minerals including calcium, potassium, copper and manganese that give a proper balanced nutrition for good health.

WAYS TO BEAT THE BLUES WITH BLUEBERRIES:

1. Anti Depressant: Blueberries increase the production of feel-good dopamine, a natural neurotransmitter, deficiency of which can lead to neuro degenerative disorders like Parkinson’s disease.

2. Anti Oxidant: Blueberries contain the potent phytonutrient, anthocyanidins- an anti-oxidant that neutralizes free radicals preventing disease and aging. The abundance of vitamin-C is also a big factor for this as well.

3. Anti Aging: Not only do the antioxidants – proanthocyanidins decrease free radicals levels but also reduce age related motor skill decline and memory loss.

4. Fights Alzheimer’s Disease: Blueberries help protect the brain from oxidative stress, environmental toxins, and cognition. The anthocyanin, selenium, vitamins A, B-complex, C and E, zinc, sodium, potassium, copper, magnesium, phosphorus, manganese etc., among others, prevent and heal neurotic disorders by preventing degeneration and death of neurons, brain-cells and restore health of the central nervous system.

5. Urinary Tract Support: Blueberry juice has a unique compound that acts as an antibiotic and cleanser preventing E.coli bacteria from clinging to bladder walls and causing inflammation, burning sensation during in passage of urine, and other urinary tract infections.

6. Anti-Inflammatory: The powerful anti oxidant proanthocyanidins in blueberries helps combat inflammations like osteoarthritis and gout. Blueberries increase the amounts of compounds called heat-shock proteins that reduce inflammation and cell damage, particularly in the brain..

7. Anti-Cancer: Blueberries contain certain compounds like Pterostilbene, Ellagic Acid, flavanoids- flavone and luteolin, Anthocyanins and anti oxidants –vitamin C and copper, that provide genetic-material-protection capabilities and inhibit colon cancer cell proliferation and induce apoptosis (programmed cell death) preventing liver, ovarian and colon cancer.

8. Lowers Cholesterol: The soluble fiber pectin helps dissolve bad cholesterol and its anti-oxidant property combats oxidation of cholesterol, strengthening the cardiac muscles, and widening arteries which counters the plaque buildup, preventing heart attacks and strokes.

9. Prevents Constipation: The fiber in blueberries absorb 10 to 15 times its own weight in water, drawing fluid into your gut and increasing bowel movements, and the vitamins, sodium, copper, fructose and acids improve digestion.

10. Cures Diarrhea: Like for bladder infection, the anthocyanosides in blueberries help kill the E.coli bacteria that is a common cause for diarrhea, especially effective when diarrhea is caused by food poisoning. Another compound, tannins, also helps to firm up loose stool in this case.

11. Nasal congestion: Blueberries contain vasodilators that help dilate blood vessels, providing temporary relief for nasal and lung congestions.

12. Improves Vision: Blueberries contain anthocyanosides that provide protection against age-related macular degeneration, myopia and hypermetropia, cataracts, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, dryness and retinal infections and improves night vision. Blue Berries also contain anti oxidants called Carotenoids-lutein and zeaxanthin, Flavonoids -rutin, resveritrol, quercetin, in addition to vitamin C, E, A, selenium, zinc and phosphorus, essential for the ocular health.

13. Immune System Booster: Blueberries rich anti oxidants like Anthocyanin, vitamin C, B complex, vitamin E, vitamin A, anti-bacterial copper, selenium, zinc, and haemoglobin-booster iron, strengthens your immune system and prevent colds, fever, pox and other viral and bacterial communicable diseases.

14. Reduces Belly Fat: Polyphenols and Catechins found in blueberries activate fat-burning genes in abdominal fat cells, lower triglycerides and cholesterol levels, and improve fasting glucose and insulin sensitivity. When combined with a low-fat diet it lowers body weight, and total fat and liver mass.

15. Bone Health: Blueberries are high in manganese, which plays an important role in improving bone density and strength.
16. Lowers Blood Sugar: Blueberries have a low-glycemic that helps regulate blood sugar levels preventing type2 diabetes.

17. Prevents Allergies: Blueberries contain abundant amounts of the phytonutrient quercetin that reduces the possibility and severity of allergies.

18. Pain Relief: Blueberries contain salicylic acid—the natural version of aspirin, that helps in thinning the blood and reducing pain.

19. Nutrient Store: Blueberries are an excellent source of flavonoids, especially one called anthocyanidins, vitamin B2, C and E, manganese, soluble and insoluble fiber such as pectin, riboflavin, niacin, and folate. Blueberries contain minerals like iron, magnesium, manganese, and potassium.

Brain Foods -- Boost your Brain and Memory~

1. Almonds-- increase blood flow to the brain

2. Blueberries - improve learning and motor skills

3. Walnuts -- high in omega 3

SLEEP DEPRIVATION:

1. Higher risk of heart disease: Not experiencing the nightly blood pressure drop in pressure is a risk factor for heart disease. Increased heart rate, blood pressure and higher levels of certain chemicals linkedlinked with inflammation, causing heart disease and damage.

2. Prone to Type 2 Diabetes: Lack of sleep triggers our stress response, leading to the release of stress hormones cortisol and norepinephrine, which are associated with insulin resistant, Type 2 Diabetes. 

3. Higher risk of Injury: Tiredness and drowsiness, arising out of lack of sleep, impairs motor coordination, awareness, and response times, leading to injuries to self or others. 

4. Decreased Libido: Sleep-deprived men and women report lower libidos and less interest in sex. Depleted energy, sleepiness, and increased tension may be largely to blame. Men with sleep apnea also have low testosterone levels. 

5. Increased risk of Stroke: Lack of sleep negatively affects cardiovascular health, increasing the risk of restricted blood flow to the brain, leading to neuro-degeneration and stroke. 

6. Increased risk of Breast Cancer: Late night exposure to light is linked to reduced melatonin production, which disrupts estrogen production. Increase of estrogen spikes the risk of breast cancer. 

7. Increased Anxiety: Lack of sleep amplifies the brain's anticipatory reactions, raising overall anxiety levels.

8. Heightened Depression: Lack of sleep causes a decrease in neurotransmitters which regulate mood. Sleep loss often aggravates the symptoms of depression, and depression in turn can make it more difficult to fall asleep. A viscous spiraling effect. 

9. Impaired Cognition: Lower nighttime and excessive daytime sleepiness impairs your memory and your cognitive ability affecting attention, alertness, concentration, reasoning, and problem solving. 

10. Increased Obesity: Six hours or less of sleep, spurts up production of the hunger hormone ghrelin and limits leptin, which helps you balance your food intake. Too little sleep can spur some less-than-ideal food choices, including serving yourself larger portions, and a hankering for junk food.

11. Ages your Skin: Chronic sleep loss leads to the release of the stress hormone cortisol, which can break down skin collagen, the protein that keeps skin smooth and elastic. Sleep loss also causes the body to release lower levels of human growth hormones. 

12. Diminished Immunity: Disruption of Circadian Rhythm (Natural Time Clock) leads to poor white blood cell health, which weakens our physical stress response or immunity, making us prone to constant infections and flu.

13. Long term Memory Loss: Brain events called “sharp wave ripples” transfer learned information from the hippocampus to the neocortex of the brain, where long-term memories are stored. Sharp wave ripples occur mostly during the deepest levels of sleep. 

14. Increased Hypertension: Sleeping less than 6 hours a night, increases the risk of having high blood pressure, by not allowing your heart a break to slow down for a significant period of time. 

15. Stressed Relationships: Disruption of a bed partner's sleep, due to a sleep disorder, may cause significant problems for the relationship (separate bedrooms, conflicts, moodiness, etc.). 

16. Decreased Performance and Alertness: Sleep deprivation induces significant reductions in performance and alertness. Reducing your nighttime sleep by as little as 1 ½ hrs, for just one night, could result in a reduction of daytime alertness by as much as 32%.

17. Increased Fertility: Regular sleep disruptions can impair fertility by reducing the secretion of reproductive hormones and has been studied to be one of the main causes for lack of conception.

18. Sleep Paralysis: Sleep paralysis occurs when the brain is aroused from its REM cycle, but the body remains in its immobilizing state. Sleep deprived people are more likely to have panicked episodes of sleep paralysis that are usually accompanied by hallucinations.

19. Impaired Judgment: Our ability to make sound judgments is dented, as we may not assess situations accurately and act on them wisely, leading to issues in personal as well as professional lives.

20. Weakened Bones: Studies on rodents have found a strong connection between sleep deprivation and osteoporosis.

21. Poor Quality of Life: Certain activities that require sustained attention, like enjoying movies, playing with your kids, or precious moments with your dear ones, can become difficult due sustained lack of sleep.