The fact that I am writing these blog posts and the reason behind you reading my posts is that I am representing the thoughts, the behaviours, that attitudes, the decisions and the choices you have rejected and procrastinated again and again and again in your life. You have consciously or unconsciously rejected the right things […]
Author: Praveen Jada
Improve the Quality of Your Answers to Life’s Questions
The quality of answers you give to yourself to the challenges and questions in that your life throws at you would determine the quality of life that you possess. The quality of your answers to life’s bouncers will determine your attitude and therefore your decisions. Going by the same logic, the results that you experience […]
Results of our Healthy Habits Compound Over Time
Healthy habits are the compound interest of self improvement on daily basis. The same way that money multiplies through compound interest, the effects of your healthy habits multiply as you repeat them in small simple steps. Eating healthy, regular exercise and sleeping well seem to make little difference on any given day and yet the […]
Check Hormonal Balance Before Losing Weight
When we don’t understand the hormonal reasons for weight gain, we are blinded from the true problem.Diets and quick fixes become bandaids on fatal wounds. We fight against our bodies even though it is a losing battle. It is not until we identify this true culprit that we can begin to make lasting changes. Before […]
Using Caffeine to Increase Mental Focus and Concentration
Caffeine is in a very effective tool to increase focus and concentration, provided the dosage is right and it’s taken approximately 15 to 30 minutes prior to initiating a bout of mental or physical work. Coffee beans have the highest amount of caffeine compared to tea. Coffee consumed in isolated form (without adding milk or […]
Sugar is as addictive as Drugs
Sugar is as Addictive as Drugs. Addiction is the need or strong desire to do or to have something, even when we know that it is harmful. We unknowingly create valid reasons for our addictions.Research proves sugar can trigger reward and craving states in your brain similar to addictive drugs, and lead to brain-related health […]
Pre-Sleep Rituals and Tips to Improve Sleep Quality
Sleep impacts every part of your health. That’s why we feel our best when we’re well rested, and why we may suffer from mood swings, blood sugar imbalances, poor memory, and everything in between if we’re not getting enough. Here are few ways to achieve a better night’s sleep Going to sleep and waking at […]
Adaptogens – Benefits
Adaptogens are plants and mushrooms that help your body respond to stress, anxiety, fatigue and overall well-being. You can take adaptogens by adding them to food or beverages or take them as tinctures. Adaptogens bring your body back to a steady balance by managing both physical and mental stressors. Adaptogens increase the state of nonspecific […]
The Power of Phytochemicals
Plants don’t make phytochemicals for our benefit, even though we hijack them to optimize our biology. The phytochemicals found in the edible plant kingdom are the plants’ messaging system, a means of protection, defense, and survival. These compounds deter pests, prevent the plants from being eaten, increase hardiness, and even communicate messages to other plants, […]
What Can Our Gut Bacteria Do
They synthesize certain vitamins for us like vitamin K2, which is critical for blood-clotting and depositing calcium into our bones and teeth, and biotin, a B vitamin that’s used for cell division and that promotes healthy hair, glowing skin, and strong nails. We live in a world that views these tiny little microorganisms as a […]
Top Nutrients for Eye Health
Vitamin A Vitamin C Vitamin E Vitamin B12 Omega 3 fatty acids (High in EPA and DHA) Astaxanthin, Lutein, and Zeaxanthin Magnesium Zinc Copper Bilberry Extract Curcumin Lycopene ~Praveen Jada *Do read the Disclaimer
Where does your fat go when you burn it
While most people think that you sweat it out, in reality about 85% of its converted to CO2 which you exhale especially when you sleep. If you were to lose 10 KG, 8.4 KG of those 10 KG is exhaled as CO2. Hence our lungs are the primary excretory organ for fat in our body. […]
Habits that Steadily Destroy Our Gut/Stomach Health
A junk diet – A low quality diet which is devoid of nutrients makes good bacteria suffer and makes certain bad bacteria/yeast to flourish in our gut. This leads to lot gut microflora imbalance and may result in a lot of gastrointestinal diseases. Medication overuse – Indiscriminate usage of Anti-inflammatories, antibiotics, anti-acid drugs, steroids could […]
Benefits of Daily Deep Breathing
Deep and rhythmic breathing helps you calm your thoughts, slow your heart rate, and regulate your autonomic nervous system. When you’re working on something that requires your full and undivided attention, focused breathing helps you direct what your mind is paying attention to and focus on that thing without any distractions. When a high-pressure situation […]
Importance of Resistant Starch
Resistant starch is a kind of starch that is not digested in the small intestine, hence its name. Instead, your gut bacteria processes it, creating beneficial molecules that promote balanced blood sugar and healthy gut flora. In other words, when you eat resistant starch, it “resists” digestion and does not spike blood sugar or insulin. […]