Radish, Raphanus sativus L., is an annual vegetable belonging to the family Cruciferae and is a traditionally important vegetable in many countries. The enlarged root and hypocotyl of radish are consumed mainly as a salted vegetable and are also eaten fresh as grated radish, garnish, and salad. Radish has been cultivated and consumed as a part of the eastern Asian diet. Recent advances in… Read More »
The nippy weather has us all wrapped in our warmest winter gears, but at times even that is not enough to keep us away from the seasonal infections. Our immunity tends to take a beating during winters and we become increasingly susceptible to bacterial activity. Instances of sore throat, cold and cough are common during these chilly months… Read More »
Do you cook healthy dinners every night, only to have your kids beg for chicken fingers, macaroni and cheese, or hotdogs? Or do you find yourself stuck in a dinnertime rut, making spaghetti three times a week because it’s the only thing everyone will eat? With a little planning and creativity, you can make your mealtimes healthier (and lots… Read More »
Every pregnant woman hopes for a short labor and delivery with no complications — manageable contractions, some pushing, then a beautiful baby. But it doesn’t always work out that way. Some babies need to be delivered via cesarean section (C-section). Even if you’re hoping for a traditional vaginal birth, it may help to ease some fears to learn… Read More »
In our fast-paced, immediate gratification culture, eating out is a frequent experience for many. Restaurant food is generally served in large portions and typically high in calories and fat, thus contributing to weight gain. A new study suggests that people don’t have to stop eating out when trying to lose weight as long as they employ a mindful approach to eating.… Read More »
What Is Maturity? Maturity is the date on which the life of a transaction or financial instrument ends, after which it must either be renewed or it will cease to exist. The term is commonly used for deposits, foreign exchange spot trades, forward transactions, interest rate and commodity swaps, options, loans, and fixed income instruments such as bonds. Financial institutions… Read More »
About earache Earache is a common problem, particularly in children. It can be worrying, but it’s usually only caused by a minor infection and will often get better in a few days without treatment. Earache can be a sharp, dull or burning ear pain that comes and goes or is constant. One or both ears may be affected.… Read More »
What is a hernia? A hernia occurs when an organ pushes through an opening in the muscle or tissue that holds it in place. For example, the intestines may break through a weakened area in the abdominal wall. Many hernias occur in the abdomen between your chest and hips, but they can also appear in the upper thigh… Read More »
Pomegranate is a source of some very potent antioxidants (tannins, anthocyanins) which are considered to be also potent anti-atherogenic agents. The combination of the above unique various types of pomegranate polyphenols provides a much wider spectrum of action against several types of free radicals. Indeed, pomegranate is superior in comparison to other antioxidants in protecting low-density lipoprotein (LDL,… Read More »
Peanuts (Arachis hypogaea) are a legume that originated in South America. They go by a variety of names, such as groundnuts, earthnuts, and goobers. Despite their name, peanuts are unrelated to tree nuts. As a legume, they’re related to beans, lentils, and soy. In the United States, peanuts are rarely eaten raw. Instead, they are most often consumed… Read More »