According to a Tufts University, Boston, MA study funded by a grant from the United States Department of Agriculture and released to the media on May 18, 2009, curcumin, the major polyphenol found in turmeric, appears to reduce weight gain in mice and suppress the growth of fat tissue in mice and cell models. Can […]
SILENT KILLERS AND HEALTHY LIVING TIPS
Men are the heads of the home and in most cases the bread winners of their homes. It is only one who is healthy that can think of what to do and how to provide for his family. Therefore it is very essential for men to be careful with their health. Health they say is […]
Kinaxixi Market: Going, going, gone!
Similar to what happened to the beautiful Palace D. Ana Joaquina, the historic Kinaxixi Market was knocked down after a long wait, time in which proposals ranged from restoration to demolition. Many, like Diuska [pt], still do not believe that they saw the market being destroyed: Esse emblemático local de Luanda, de onde a minha avó recorda […]
What Causes Child Obesity?
Many parents make their children obese unknowingly by taking extra care of their babies. They overfed their babies and do not allow them to participate in sports and other physical activities. They fear that their child will be hurt if he indulges in any such activity. Below are some common reasons that are mainly responsible […]
“Garcinia Cambogia” the new drug for obesity
Nowadays most of the researchers are after natural plant products and the use of plant products for diseases is now on the increase. Plants that were considered of no use are now under study. Garcinia cambogia, commonly known as gambooge which comes under the citrus family is one such plant. They are seen mostly […]
Major Causes of Obesity
Obesity is mainly the result of overeating and excess consumption of sweet and processed foods accompanied by the lack of adequate physical activity. An average healthy person generally takes food just enough to meet the requirements of his energy expenditure. As a result of this, his weight remains stable. But, for some reason, if this […]