To be my own hero To be a role model and hero to my kid and my family To inspire others and be inspired myself To discipline myself to do the things that are hard yet fruitful in long term Protect myself from uncontrollable external events, unexpected health issues, to confront inevitable diseases To be […]
Category: Health
CoQ10 Supplement
Coenzyme Q10 is a vitamin-like substance found throughout the body, but especially in the heart, liver, kidney, and pancreas. CoQ10 is a compound made by your body and stored in the mitochondria of your cells. The mitochondria are in charge of producing energy. They also protect cells from oxidative damage and disease-causing bacteria or viruses Coenzyme Q10 is most […]
Vitamin K2 (Menaquinone)- Foods, Benefits and Supplementation
Vitamin K was initially discovered as a nutrient involved in blood clotting. There are two forms: K1 (found in plant foods) and K2 (found in animal and fermented foods). Vitamin K1, (phylloquinone) found in leafy greens, vegetables, and some plant oils Vitamin K2, (menaquinone) found in dairy, fermented foods, and animal products Vitamin K2 may be a useful […]
Potassium – Benefits and Food Sources
Potassium is one of the seven essential macro-minerals. A high potassium intake reduces the risk of overall mortality by 20 percent. It also decreases the risk of stroke, lowers blood pressure, protects against loss of muscle mass, preserves bone mineral density, and reduces the formation of kidney stones. The primary functions of potassium in the body include regulating fluid […]
Magnesium: Benefits, Foods and Supplementation
Magnesium is the fourth most abundant mineral in the human body. Magnesium is an essential element required as a cofactor for over 300 enzymatic reactions and is thus necessary for the biochemical functioning of numerous metabolic pathways. Evidence supports the use of magnesium in the prevention and treatment of many common health conditions including migraine […]
L-Carnitine Supplement
L-carnitine is a chemical similar to an amino acid that is produced in the body. L-carnitine helps the body turn fat into energy. The body can convert L-carnitine to other chemicals called acetyl-L-carnitine and propionyl-L-carnitine. L-carnitine is taken by mouth to increase L-carnitine levels in people whose natural level of L-carnitine is too low. Some […]
N-Acetyl Cysteine(NAC) – Benefits and Supplemention
N-acetyl-cysteine, N-acetylcysteine, Acetyl cysteine, and N-acetyl-L-cysteine are all designations for the same compound, which is abbreviated as NAC. Cysteine is a semi-essential amino acid. Some non-essential amino acids (e.g. Arginine, Cysteine, and Tyrosine) are called semi-essential or conditionally essential amino acids because they tend to run low during infancy or in health conditions such as being sick, injured or after […]
Curcumin Supplement
Curcumin is the main active ingredient in turmeric. It has powerful anti-inflammatory effects and is a very strong antioxidant. However, the curcumin content of turmeric is not that high. It’s around 3%, by weight. Means a 100 grams of Turmeric powder contains only 3 grams of bio-active Curcumin. Most of the studies on this herb […]
Multi-Vitamin Supplement
Multivitamins supplements contain many different vitamins and minerals which are important for growth and development. Multivitamin supplements may also contain other ingredients like herbs, amino acids, and fatty acids. While there’s no standard for what constitutes a multivitamin, their nutrient composition varies by brand and product. Multivitamins supplements should be taken once or twice a […]
Reason Why I Do Intermittent Fasting or Time Restricted Feeding
Since I work out every day and perform strenuous exercises that involve strength training, I give immense importance to diet as well. We break your muscle in the gym and build the muscle outside of the gym. Now the time we spend in gym is around 5% of the day and it is other 95% […]
Do You Really Need to Worry About Having Gluten Based Foods
Gluten is present in Wheat, Barley and Rye. Some of the researches state that wheat causes inflammation and gastrointestinal distress, contributes to autoimmune disease and a host of other issues by stimulating an over – release of Zonulin , a protein that controls the permeability of the tight junctions between the cells lining your gut […]
Complications of Low Muscle Mass (Sarcopenia)
Few Health issues are listed below: Frailty Starvation Poor insulin resistance/glycemic control Metabolic problems increase Diabetes Osteoporosis Hormone dysregulation Low strength Higher risk of hospitalization Weakness Low energy Low Immunity Higher chances of accidental falls ~Praveen Jada *Do read the Disclaimer
Reasons to Try Intermittent Fasting
Fasting for Body Composition – One of the most common reasons fasting has become so popular is because of its ability to dramatically impact body composition and promote fat loss. Due to its ability to suppress hunger and increase fat oxidation Fasting for Energy and Mental Clarity -The energy and mental clarity that comes from a ketogenic state during […]
Complications of High Body Fat (Obesity) and Low Body Fat
Few of the Complications of High Body Fat Early mortality Cardiovascular disease Hypertension Diabetes Elevated Lipids in blood Fatty Liver and Liver Dysfunction Chronic Kidney Disease Gallbladder disease Cancer Arthritis Back pain Pregnancy complications Menstrual abnormalities Shortness of breath Sleep apnea Impaired heart function Impaired immune function Complications of Low Body Fat Low cushioning to […]
Why Higher Levels of LDL Cholesterol is Not the ‘Only’ Risk Factor in Blood Lipid Profile
Different kinds of Hypothesis and reasons behind why some people may have High LDL yet healthy without any metabolic diseases. Many experts claim that a higher LDL may not be detrimental to health rather more useful, provided our “Triglycerides are low and HDL is High”. Reputed International Medical Associations and many recent scientific studies determined […]