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“An apple a day” now has a new meaning for those who want to maintain mental dexterity as they age. This article is exclusively about Washington Apples, which are gaining lots and lots of popularity.

Research from the University of Massachusetts suggests that eating and drinking apples, Washington apples in particular and apple juice, in conjunction with a balanced diet can protect the brain from the effects of oxidative stress that contributes to age-related memory loss.

And thus, when it comes to eating apples, I strongly recommend Washington apples, as, out of the 7,500 varieties grown worldwide, the best are planted in the commercial orchards of Washington State. And these delicious and healthy Washington apples are now available in India and are grouped as 5 categories : Read the rest of this entry »

It’s summer! And its that time of the year again when cotton clothes, cool drinks and chilled foods make an appearance everywhere. Following a good summer diet is very much important now.

You can beat the heat to some extent by including plenty of green, leafy vegetables, fruits, sprouts, juices and other healthy fluids. A tall glass of chilled lassi or buttermilk, fresh fruit juice or lemon juice from a hygienic source is ideal. Use more of the moisture-loaded varieties in vegetables and fruits.

Melons which have high moisture content can be very refreshing in the hot summer months and make a great summer diet. Make a Read the rest of this entry »

During the holidays, many youngsters tend to lose all sense of time and discipline, especially when it comes to meals. This also happens to those who are traveling. They have no idea when to eat what. Irregular meal times can lead to lowering of the metabolism and cause acidity. Also, when the meal is too late and the gap between meals is too long there is a tendency to overeat or you lose control and eat anything you see, especially fatty snacks or sweets, even though you have resolved to avoid these foods.

The ideal time to eat breakfast is between 8 and 9 am. If you wake up very early, Read the rest of this entry »

Happy New Year to all the readers of HealthAndLife.in!!

And with the New Year come resolutions, but not all of them guarantee good health for 2010 and the years after. Here are some suggested  health-related resolutions that people should focus on. As we all know, small things add up to big difference-makers over time. Also, this advice will benefit anyone following it from the immune system to emotional well-being.

GET ENOUGH SLEEP

It is one of the most neglected aspects of our health. Few people get the recommended seven to nine hours of sleep, and we know that lack of sleep has been linked to a deficient immune system, increased risk of heart disease, high blood pressure, obesity and Read the rest of this entry »

Getting over your ex is a difficult job. You may have loved him with all your heart. But something went wrong and the ‘they lived-together-happily-ever after’ ending is now history. But alas, you find it difficult to put your past behind and get on with life. Well, that’s how life is. Here are some ways to help you to get over your ex and move on with life… First things first. Delete his number and SMSes from your mobile. It may hurt at first and you will miss all those sweet nothings you shared with him. Remember, he isn’t going to be with you anymore, so there’s no point hanging on to his messages.

His greeting cards, gifts, letters and cute teddy bears might have been a prized possession then. But now, they are nothing but a reminder of him. So, get rid of them. And yes, that includes the chocolate wrappers that are left from your last let’s celebrate-our-we-first went-out anniversary.

What’s the use of watching films if you can’t get inspired by them? Shred your ex’s photo to bits and flush it. Or write his name on a blank paper and strike it out repeatedly. This will definitely help you get over your ex, angst and pain. Or if the two of you have had a mutual break-up, then it’s only fair that you return all his belongings to him. Read the rest of this entry »