Medicinal Gemstones and Jewelry

For eons, gemstones have been believed to hold magical powers bordering on the supernatural. They are thought to provide a connection to the planets, sun, moon and stars, and possess the power to heal or prevent illness. Gems in dreams also hold special gemstone meanings.

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Blue Topaz Gemstone Ring

Gemstones are believed to collect their powers from the earth whilst they form by natural heat and pressure due to volcanic action. Therefore, many people believe these earthly powers can be harnessed for health reasons. For example, the light that reflects through a gemstone crystal, or energy emanating from it is thought to facilitate healing when the gemstone is placed on vital parts of the body. This use of gemstones and minerals for healing is called lithotherapy, and this field is gaining popularity throughout the world of alternative therapy.

Gemstones used today for healing purposes sometimes have symbolic and mystical signs engraved into them, as in ancient times. According to aficionados, the shape of the stone can also be very important. Special significance is attributed to gemstones such as long pendulum-shaped crystals with a pronounced tip, or rounded stones that are kept in the pocket or held in the hand.

Abbes Hildegard von Bingen (1098-1179) chronicled the healing powers of gemstones in her book Physica. Today there is a resurrection of interest in what is known as Hildegard medicine. According to her view, gemstones are formed through the powerful combination of water and fire; therefore, they hold powers corresponding to these phenomena. She also believed that each stone had a certain, divine blessing from God. For example, she said the following about sapphire: “Who is dull and would like to be clever, should, in a sober state, frequently lick with the tongue on a sapphire, because the gemstone’s warmth and power, combined with the saliva’s moisture, will expel the harmful juices that affect the intellect. Thus, the man will attain a good intellect.”

Here are many of the most popular gemstones and minerals with a description of the their crystal healing properties that they are thought to possess:

List of Gemstone Powers

Agate – All agates strengthen the effect of other stones.

    • Botswana Agate – Eases depression, promotes joy, dispels lethargy, increases practicality.

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Agate Gemstone Ring
    • Fire Agate – Restores emotional balance and harmony, increases practicality, subdues sexual conflict.

    • Moss Agate – Eases depression, restores emotional and mental balance.

Alexandrite – Brings happiness, increases self-esteem.

Amber – Eases stress, facilitates expression, dispels nervous tension.

Apatite – Eases stress, facilitates expression, dispels nervous tension.

Aquamarine – Diminishes disorientation, facilitates expression, curbs unnatural fear and sharpens mental clarity.

Aventurine – Eases stress, restores emotional balance, promotes independence and sharpens mental clarity.

Azurite – Improves decision-making, eases depression, heightens dreams, promotes mental balance, sharpens mental clarity, increases mental discipline and sensitivity.

  • Azurite/Malachite – Dispels stress, overcomes lack of discipline, heightens dreams, restores emotional balance and extends patience.

Beryl – Relieves stress, overcomes laziness, strengthens mental balance, increases mental clarity and mental discipline, and protects the wearer.

Bloodstone – Encourages caution, courage, promotes mental balance and clarity, strengthens mental discipline, aids in self-actualization.

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Chrome Diopside Gemstone Ring

Chalcedony – Soothes depression, heightens dreams, promotes goodwill, dispels irritability, brings joy and happiness, supports mental balance, increases mental clarity, and reduces negativity and nightmares.

Chrysocolla – Relieves stress, restores emotional balance, assuages guilt, promotes maturity and dissipates nervous tension.

Chrysolite – Exposes delusion, fights depression, supports emotional and mental balance, aids in discovering past life experience.

Chrysoprase – Encourages caution, improves flexibility, inhibits greed and hysteria, promotes imagination, sharpens perception and mental clarity and aids in recall of past life experiences.

Coral – Eases depression, restores emotional balance, improves expressiveness, strengthens mental clarity, restores mental balance and banishes nightmares.

Diamond – Dispels stress, guards against envy, relieves insecurity, improves clarity and increases self-esteem.

Chrome Diopside – Relieves insecurity and strengthens self-esteem.

Emerald – Restores emotional balance, aids working closely with others and facilitates expression.

Fluorite – Has a calming effect on the body.

Garnet – Diminishes stress, promotes imagination, guards against nightmares and improves self-esteem.

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Hematite – Improves self-esteem.

Ivory – Eases frustration.

Jade – Brings peace and calm, intensifies expressive ability.

Jasper – Reduces stress, promotes endurance.

Jet – Reduces stress, relieves depression, calms excitability and combats manic-depressive behavior.

Lapis Lazuli – Improves expression, eases stress and dispels depression.

  • Lazulite – Strengthens courage.

Loadstone (also lodestone) – Promotes expression, relieves insomnia.

Malachite – Dispels stress, heightens expression.

Moonstone – Resists mental imbalance, improves intuition and receptivity.

Onyx – Relieves stress, fights depression and soothes fear.

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Obsidian – Wards off negativity and over-sensitivity.

Opal – Promotes creativity, love, and joy, resists emotional imbalance.

Pearl – Brings peace, reduces over-sensitivity.

Peridot – Extends patience, sharpens clarity and calms nerves.

Rainbow Pyrite – Eases stress and frustration, dispels depression and anxiety.

Rhodochrosite – Promotes self-love and acceptance, strengthens self-identity.

Quartz Brings insight into the future, strengthens love and relationships

    • Amethyst Quartz– Refreshes intuition and creativity, strengthens courage, guards against excess.

  • Citrine Quartz – Reinforces self-confidence, self-discipline and creativity.
    • Rose Quartz – Increases confidence, heightens personal expression, creativity and comfort.

    • Smoky Quartz – Improves creativity, enhances joy, balances emotions.

Ruby – Reinforces confidence, increases flexibility, vitality and leadership skills.

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  • Star Ruby – Protects from misfortune and ill-health.

Sapphire – Works as a mood elevator, improves communication, dispels stress.

Sodalite – Fosters harmony, courage, and communication.

Tiger’s Eye – Gets rid of unwanted emotion, balances material and physical needs.

Topaz – Enhances creativity, relaxes, and balances emotion.

Tourmaline – Powerful detoxification

    • Green Tourmaline (Verdite)– Develops feelings of love and compassion, renews creativity.

    • Pink Tourmaline – Sharpens insight and perception, and strengthens creativity.

    • Red Tourmaline (Rubellite) – Sharpens insight and perception, and strengthens creativity.

  • Watermelon Tourmaline (Bi-color and Multicolor)– Stimulates other tourmalines and encourages unconditional love.

Turquoise – Builds strength, provides protection and helps communication.

Medicinal Benefit of Gold,Silver,Copper and Iron

Many Ayurvedic medicines even today use gold and silver ash (bhasm) as one of their ingredients. Also it was and is a common practice in India to put a gold or silver foil in murabbas, chyawanprash and medicines. Paan, the Indian betel leaf mouth freshener and digestive, is covered in silver foil before being given to the customer. All this just shows the importance these metals have on our health and well being.

Metal Charged Water Preparation:-

  1. a)Gold

Gold can be used as a nervine tonic. It has a beneficial impact on the mind, increasing memory and intelligence, relaxes the body and mind. People suffering from respiratory disease like asthma, breathless less, heart diseases, hysteria, muscular atrophy, tuberculosis find it benefits to consume gold charged water. Gold is a traditional remedy for arthritis.

Method of charging water by gold :-

This is done by boiling 10 to 30 grams of pure 22 to 24 carat gold biscuit or coins or ornaments (chain, ring, or bracelet without any stones) in four glasses of water. Boil until quantity of water became half and in acute cases boil until water evaporates to one fourth.

The electronic energy of gold will enter the water during this process.

People who are sensitive to gold may have rashes if gold is applied.

Precautions:
Ornaments with stones or a lot of joints, like chains or necklaces should not be used for this purpose.

  1. b)Silver

Benefits & characteristics of silver:

  1. Helpful in digestive problems & urinary problem.
  2. Increases strength and stamina as silver is a cooling metal.
  3. Useful in treatment of fevers, weakness, and internal inflammation, especially conditions of the intestines and gallbladder.
  4. Silver has anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal properties.
  5. Silver ash is used in heart, liver and spleen disorders. 
  6. Milk can be preserved by putting silver coins in it since it kills pathogens.
  7. Beneficial in respiratory infections and conditions, frees air passages so allows a more efficient stream of oxygen to lungs. Many respiratory infections are caused by bacterial, viral & fungal infection in the lungs, and silver water can inhibit their growth.
  8. Colloidal Silver is being used in intensive care, heart transplant and burn units of hospitals. Benefits of colloidal silver are far reaching. It can help in curing eyes sties, throat and ear infections, and can kill acidity causing stomach bacteria Helicobacter pylori, where prescribed medicines failed.
  9. Silver ionization water treatmenttrusted water purifier. Electrical ionizer units use silver and copper ions to sanitize water.
  10. Silver Water Gel.An infection preventer and rapid healing aid for minor to severe skin burns. Silver nitrate solutions were introduced to protect newborn infants’ eyes from infection. Silver-containing creams such as silver sulfadiazine have been used in burn. Gel quickly revives damaged collagen (naturally occurring proteins found in the flesh and connective tissues). It is also used to diminish skin wrinkles, bruises, rashes, scratches, cuts, diaper rash and razor burn.
  11. Medical science has found that bacteria and other pathogens develop immunities to antibiotics; they do not develop immunity to silver.

Method of charging water by silver :-

Silver water is prepared using the same method as gold water. Boil 20 to 60 grams of pure silver bullion piece or coins (>99% purity) in four glasses of water. Boil until quantity of water became half and in acute cases boil until water evaporates to one fourth.  You can drink warm milk heated in a silver container to improve strength and stamina.

Precautions
Use only pure silver for this purpose.

c)       Copper : 

Storing water for about 3 hours in a copper jug can kill harmful bacteria. The copper reacts with water and

ionizes it. This water is an excellent remedy to several diseases.

The metal copper has electromagnetic energy which is called Prana Shakti. Drinking water that is stored for 8-10 hours in a copper vessel is very much beneficial for a body to stay healthy. Copper makes the water ionic which helps to maintain body’s pH (acid-alkaline) balance.

Ayurveda advises to keep drinking water in a copper jug in the night and drink it in the morning. This is called tamra jal. This tamra jal will prevent you from all the three doshas: Kapha, Vata, and Pitta.

 Benefits of Copper:1.       Helps in healing wounds and relieving pains.2.       Helps in formation of new cells, iron absorption, and sugar absorption.3.       Primary element to produce melanin (pigmentation of eyes, hair and skin) in our bodies.4.       Prevent amoebiasis, dyesentry, diahrrhea, cholera, jaundince, and other water borne diseases.5.       An anti-inflammatory that helps in arthritis and other inflammatory pains.6.       An antioxidant and anti-carcinogenic that prevents cell damage and slows aging.7.       A Brain stimulant.8.       Prevents degenerative diseases, heart diseases, autoimmune diseases, arthritis, cataracts, Alzheimer’s disease, and diabetes.9.       Possesses anti-convulsion properties and prevent seizures. It synthesizes phospholipids that are essential for myelin (nerve coating) formation.10.   Regulates thyroid glands.11.   Needed for hemoglobin synthesis, bone strength and immunity building.12.   An anti-microbial and can inhibit growth of harmful bacteria like E.Coli or Staphylococcus aureus which are viable on glass or stainless steel.13.   Reduce bad cholesterol level and helps in increasing beneficial cholesterol.14.   Helpful in general cardiovascular health. Copper related queries:- a)      Sources of Copper:Honey, beans, whole wheat, green leafy vegetables, liver, meat, seafood, soy flour, wheat bran, almonds, avocados, barley, garlic, nuts, oats, blackstrap molasses ,beets and lentils. Copper also reaches human body by drinking water from copper pipes and by using copper cooking wear. Oysters are the richest sources of copper. Copper content is lost because of prolonged storing in tin cans and in food materials that are high in acid content.b)      Deficiency of Copper:Deficiency of copper can cause anemia, osteoporosis, low WBCs, elevated cholesterol, low skin pigmentation, thyroid problems, nervous system disorders, etc. c)       Copper Dosage:Human body cannot synthesize copper and to carry out normal metabolic functions, copper intake is essential. Average intake of 1.2 mg/day (trace amounts) is recommended for adults. In a copper jug, copper intake is only in trace amounts that cannot be toxic. d)      Cleaning a Copper Jug:Copper gets dark stains with use and exposure to air. You can just use a piece of lime to get the same shiny finish it had when you bought it. If not lime, try salt or baking soda and vinegar to clean it. e)      Possibilities of Cooking Food in a Copper Vessel:-          Due to acidic in nature, copper vessels should never be used to store or cook pickles or acidic food. It may react with certain foods.-          Milk and milk products such as curds, butter, and ice creams react very quickly with copper. So never store these in such vessels. –          Never keep honey, citrus juice, and citrus fruits in copper vessels. –          Certain food after reacting with copper may lead to many health problems related to digestive system such as gastrointestinal infection, nausea, stomachache, acidic and metallic feeling on the tongue, dizziness and feeling of frequent thirst. –          Having excess of copper may lead to short or long term health issues. 

Method of charging water by copper:-

Keep water in copper vessel overnight and drink that water in the morning or boil 40 to 50 grams pieces of copper in water in stainless steel vessel. Boil until quantity of water became half and in acute cases boil until water evaporates to one fourth.

  1. d)Iron

Iron is favorable for the bone marrow, bone tissues, red blood cells, liver, 

and spleen. It increases the production of red blood cells. Their ash is used to treat anemia or provide the necessary iron requirements during pregnancy. It is effectively used as an antidote for the enlargement of the liver or spleen. Iron strengthens muscles and nerve tissues and has rejuvenating properties. Boil 60 grams of no rust pieces of iron in four glasses of water.

Common precautions while water charging with a needed metal:-

  • Wash the needed metal well with clean water before boiling.
  • Boil in a steel vessel (do not use aluminum vessel).
  • Remove the metals from the water and strain this water through a fine muslin cloth.
  • Drink 1 cup to 1 glass of this slightly warm metal charged water in the morning and the other cup in the evening.
  • Do not drink stale water that is water remaining from the previous day. Fresh metal charged water should be made each day preferably each time. Use pure metals.
  • It is not necessary to use all the 3 to 4 metals together for making the metal charged water. One can use the metal indicated for the specific disease and make the water. However many times we are not aware of the exact reason of the disease or health condition. It is therefore better to use all the 3 to 4 metals together to make the charged water.
  • Do not use copper wires meant for electric work even if they are new.
  • Avoid sour things like lemon, sour buttermilk etc. 30 min before and after it.

Quantity: 1 cup to 1 glass, 2 times a day is the quantity for all above 12 years. For children over 2 years 50 % of the quantity is to be given. For children below 2 years give only 10 to 25 % quantity of adult dose.

Sun-charged Water Preparation:

  1. a) To sun-charge water, place fresh drinkable water into a clear glass container.  The maximum

recommended container size is one gallon.  Using smaller and/or broader containers provide more surface area for the sunlight to directly contact, thus quickening the charging process.

  1. b) Cover the clear glass container with a clear glass lid.  Do not use plastic, since plastic has been found to leech harmful chemicals into liquid and air.
  2. c) Place the container in direct sunlight, outside on bare earth.  Do not place the container on grass, since grass will prevent charging.  If bare earth is not available, choose a suitable material other than grass (sand, rock, cement, etc.)
  3. d) Leave the container outside for a minimum of 5 hours.  Depending on the season and planetary location, a container of water will be fully sun-charged between 5 and 8 hours.
  4. e) Sun-charged water may be stored for up to 24 hours.  After which time, it should be re-charged in the sunlight.  There is no need to refrigerate this water.  Science has shown that room-temperature drinking water is the most beneficial temperature.
  5. f) In addition to drinking sun-charged water, this water can be applied directly to the skin through self-massage, soaks, or compresses.  Sun-charged water is also helpful when used as an eye-wash. Avoid the use of colored glass containers.  At this time, color therapy has not effectively standardized the relationships between different colors and localized areas of the human body.  It is safest to use clear glass that gathers white light, itself containing all the colors. 

Benefit of using magnetic water:

  1. Improves digestion & beneficial in gastric disorder.
  2. Overcomes fatigue & provides the needed energy to all the major organs of the body.
  1. Prevents the cholesterol deposition in blood vessels and removes any previous deposition.
  2. Relaxes heart and enhances its functionality.
  3. Useful in disorders related with Bladder, Kidney and Gall Bladder due to diuretics in nature.
  4. Beneficial in Acidity, piles, constipation, intestine diseases etc.
  5. Beneficial in fever, asthma, colds, cough etc.
  6. Effective in eliminating concretion (stones).
  7. Beneficial in Eyes wash & wound cleaning.
  8. Helps in fetus development if drink by a pregnant women.
  9. Helps to relieve menstrual irregularities in women. Relief from suffering related to uterus.

Precaution to use:

  1. Pregnant ladies should use only low power magnet to charge water. Don’t use high power magnet.
  2. Water should be charged by both poles of magnet which are scientifically inbuilt in copper magnetic jug & magnetic water stand, but if you use separate magnet for charging water then take pair of equal power magnets & charge water with both poles.
  3. High power magnets should not be used.

Seven Spiritual Chakras & Human Health

Seven Spiritual Chakras & Human Health:

There are seven major human body chakras, which are arranged vertically along the axial channel (sushumna nadi).

1) Muladhara (मूलाधार) or root chakra :

It is symbolized by a lotus with four petals and the color red. This center is located at the base of the spine in the coccygeal region.
Muladhara is related to instinct, security, survival and also to basic human potentiality. Physically, Muladhara governs sexuality, mentally it governs stability, emotionally it governs sensuality, and spiritually it governs a sense of security. Muladhara has a relation to the sense of smell.
This chakra is where the three main nadis separate and begin their upward movement. Kundalini rests here, wrapped three and a half times around the black Svayambhu linga, the lowest of three obstructions to her full rising (also known as knots or granthis). The animal associated is the elephant.
The deity is Ganesh, and the Shakti is Dakini. The corresponding deity for material element of this chakra is Prithvi.

2) Svadhishthana (स्वाधिष्ठान) or sacral chakra :

It is symbolized by a white lotus within which is a crescent moon, with six orange petals. The presiding deity is Brahma, with the Shakti being Rakini (or Chakini). The animal associated is the crocodile of Varuna.
This chakra is located in the sacrum and is related to the testes or the ovaries that produce the various sex hormones involved in the reproductive cycle. It is also related to the genitourinary system and the adrenals. The key aspects involving Svadhishthana are relationships, violence, addictions, basic emotional needs, and pleasure. Physically, this chakra governs reproduction, mentally it governs creativity, emotionally it governs joy, and spiritually it governs enthusiasm.
The deity is Indra or Varuna.

3) Manipura (मणिपूर) or solar plexus/navel chakra :

It is symbolized by a downward pointing triangle with ten petals, along with the color yellow.
It is related to the metabolic and digestive systems. related to the groups of cells in the pancreas, the outer adrenal glands and the adrenal cortex. These helps in digestion, the conversion of food matter into energy make available for the body use. Key aspects governed by this chakra are issues of personal power, fear, anxiety, decision making, introversion, and transition from simple or base emotions to complex. Physically, it governs digestion, mentally it governs personal power, emotionally it governs expansiveness, and spiritually, all matters of growth.
The deity is Braddha Rudra, with Lakini as the Shakti. The deity for material element of this chakra is Agni.

4) Anahata (अनाहत) or heart chakra :

It is symbolised by a circular flower with twelve green petals. Within it is a yantra of two intersecting triangles, symbolizing a union of the male and female. Anahata is related to the colours green or pink.
It is related to an element of the immune system as well as being part of the endocrine system which is located in the chest. Key aspects involving this chakra involves complex emotions, compassion, tenderness, unconditional love, equilibrium, rejection and well-being. Physically it governs circulation, emotionally it governs unconditional love for the self and others, mentally it governs passion, and spiritually it governs devotion.
This chakra carries our consciousness to our next lives. It is described as being white, circular, with eight downward pointing petals, and the seed syllable Hum inside. During mantra recitation in the lower tantras, a flame is imagined inside of the heart, from which the mantra rings out. Within the higher tantras, this chakra is very important for realising the Clear Light.
The presiding deity is Ishana Rudra Shiva, and the Shakti is Kakini. The deity for material element of this chakra is Vāyu.

5) Vishuddha (विशुद्ध) or Vishuddhi or throat chakra :

It is depicted as a silver crescent within a white circle, with 16 light or pale blue, or turquoise petals. The seed mantra is Ham.
Vishuddha may be understood as relating to communication and growth through expression. This chakra is paralleled to the thyroid, a gland that is also in the throat and which produces thyroid hormone, responsible for growth and maturation. Physically, Vishuddha governs communication, emotionally it governs independence, mentally it governs fluent thought, and spiritually, it governs a sense of security.
This chakra is red, with 16 upward pointing petals. The deity is Panchavaktra shiva, with 5 heads and 4 arms, and the Shakti is Shakini.
The deity for material element of this chakra is Dyaus.

6) Ajna (आज्ञा) or third-eye chakra :

It is symbolized by a lotus with two petals, and corresponds to the colours violet, indigo or deep blue, though it is traditionally described as white. It is at this point that the two side nadis Ida (yoga) and Pingala are said to terminate and merge with the central channel Sushumna, signifying the end of duality, the characteristic of being dual (e.g. light and dark, or male and female).
The seed syllable for this chakra is the syllable OM. The deity is Ardhanarishvara, who is a half male, half female Shiva/Shakti. The Shakti goddess of Ajna is called Hakini.
Ajna is known as the third eye chakra and is linked to the pineal gland. The pineal gland is a light sensitive gland that produces the hormone melatonin which regulates sleep and waking up. Key aspects involve balancing the higher and lower selves and trusting inner guidance. Its inner aspect relates to the access of intuition. Mentally, it deals with visual consciousness. Emotionally, it deals with clarity on an intuitive level.
It is the end of the central channel, since the central channel rises up from the sexual organ to the crown of the head, and then curves over the head and down to the third eye. While the central channel finishes here, the two side channels continue down to the two nostrils.
The deity for material element of this chakra is Soma.

7) Sahasrara (सहस्रार) or crown chakra :

It is the state of pure consciousness, within which there is neither object nor subject. When the Kundalini energy rises to this point, it unites with the male Shiva energy, and a state of liberating samadhi is being attained. Symbolized by a lotus with one thousand multi-coloured petals, it is located either at the crown of the head, or above the crown of the head. It is represented by the colour white and it involves such issues as inner wisdom and the death of the body.
It is related with the pituitary gland, which secretes hormones to communicate to the rest of the endocrine system and also connects to the central nervous system via the hypothalamus. The thalamus is playing a key role in the physical basis of consciousness. Sahasrara’s inner aspect deals with the release of karma, physical action with meditation, mental action with universal consciousness and unity, and emotional action.
The point at the crown of the head is represented by a white circle, with 33 downward pointing petals. It is of primary importance in the performance of phowa, or consciousness projection after death, in order to obtain rebirth in a Pure Land.
Corresponding deity for material element of this state is Dhruva.

गर्भ संस्कार में मंत्रो के शुभ प्रभाव !!

भारतीय परम्परा ने मंत्रो कि गूंज और इनसे होने वाले प्रभाव को स्वीकार किया है । गर्भावस्था के दौरान बोले एवं सुने जाने वाले मंत्र प्राचीन काल से ही उनकी शुभता हेतु प्रचलन में हैं !

गर्भस्थ शिशु ध्वनियों पर अपनी प्रतिक्रिया व्यक्त करता है । गर्भ संस्कार में उच्चारित मंत्र की गूंजने वाली ध्वनि बच्चे तक पहुँचती है, जिसके शुभ प्रभाव से उनमें सदगुण पैदा किये जा सकते है और उन्हें गर्भ में ही संस्कारी बनाया जा सकता है ।

गायत्री मंत्र 

चिंतन मंत्र — ॐ भूर्भुवः स्वः तत्सवितुर्वरेण्यं भर्गो देवस्य धीमहि धियो यो नः प्रचोदयात् ।
अर्थात् उस प्राण स्वरुप, दुःख नाशक, सुख स्वरुप, श्रेष्ठ, तेजस्वी परमात्मा को हम अंतरात्मा में धारण करें वह परमात्मा हमारी बुद्धि को सन्मार्ग में प्रेरित करे ।

Mantra works on the vibration energy and that is why they are able to reach the subtle levels. Mantra and Beej Mantra are of various kinds and they have specific purposes. Reciting mantras in different ragas, sur and taal will produce different effects. There are few Maha Mantras that vibrates the seven chankras and 24 subtle points in the body. When these chakras and subtle points get activated we achieve divine wisdom. We will be able differentiate between right and wrong. We will be able to take right decisions.

There will be peace in mind and purity at heart. The fetus will get all these qualities along with mother. These benefits will help the child throughout the life and one day that child will become a great person.

AURA ENERGY AND UNIVERSAL THERMO SCANNER

 

INTRODUCTION:

In the present century most of us are familiar with Aura or bio energy. This is being taught as bio technology, bio chemistry in the Universities dealing with human cell energy. Aura is nothing but light energy, emitting from animate and inanimate objects. Like any energy it is not visible to our naked eye, but there are aura readers in India using their third eye. The aura has come to lime light after the discovery of Simon Kirlian photography (1939), but this is known to our ancients since vedic time. In Adharwa veda we see it as halloes around the heads of all Gods. This is referred as Divya kanti valaya or circular Devine light, which is nothing but Aura. Our great Vysa Maharshi, termed energies related to Jada shakti which means matter possess energy and he called life energy as Chi-Shakti (Chi=Prana) and Light Energy as parama- jyoti, in his version Lalita sahasranama. Latter our famous scientist sir Einstein has also used the same words in his famous formula E=mc2 where “E” stands for Energy, “m” stands for matter, and “c” stands for velocity of light. This work has reappeared to us after 5000 years.

We are being taught this modern science, forgetting our own ancient rich culture and heritage. As per our modern scientists the human beings are analyzed as a Bio Electro magnetic body*, where as per Vedic science Human represented as matter plus being stands for pranic energy. When prana goes away leaving the body then, the matter only remains in form ashes. It is said that the weight of the ashes is equal to the weight of the infant weight when born.

Secondly our scientists termed the ‘Earth’ as a huge magnetic body having North Pole and South Pole at its ends. It is surrounded by a net work of electrical grids carrying electrical energy and it can also be called Electro Magnetic body**.

Thirdly the Sun energy reaches as heat and Light energy is also called Electro Magnetic waves***
Correlating the above sentences having star symbols, we find Human beings, Light energy; Earth energies are similar in their properties and they are inseparable. These energies cannot be created nor destroyed. They always exist in one form or the other. Hence human being is the microcosm of the microcosm of the Universe responds to similar composition and frequencies. The Prana that exists is reappears as rebirth (punarjanma), which was emphasized in our Puranas. Taking the example of water (we possess 70%) it converts into vapor reaches the sky and reappear as rain from Cosmos. In similar way it appears that the prana reappears on the Earth. This is not an Indian philosophy, but this is a big unfolded Vedic science.

Light is a one of the form of energy, in which white light dispersed into seven VIBGYOR colors,(violet, indigo, blue, green, orange and red) is known to many of us. They have different frequencies and it is known as visible spectra in scientific community and the other frequencies cannot be seen with our naked eye. Aura also cannot be seen by naked eye, but with Kirlian photography it is made possible to see the light energy, using Poly Interference phography (termed as PIP).In this photography a healthy man can be seen surrounded by vibgyor colors in perfect circles resembling haloes. Those photographs give different tones of light in VIBGYOR Colors. Now aura of animate and inanimate objects can be photographed to decide its Quality visually. Thermal photography has also comes in the market as light energy is built with frequency, wave, length, and temperature, Using the one of its property we can name the color which is visible from these photographs.

It is observed by Dr. Mannem Murthy a former nuclear scientist experimented with Twigs from the plants, vegetables, fruits, and also coconut is being repelled or attracted towards some objects clearly indicating the law of the universe. This action must also be related to the circular light emitting from these objects has their independent field forming a circular area. The vegetables or food cereals we are consuming found to be either they are magnetic or electrical in nature.

The cereals which are repelled from that particular human body are found to be not suitable to his system. They are when consumed gave adverse effect. These indications gave a new thought to create a gadget to quantify this energy field.

After ten years of hard work a proto type gadget known as Universal Thermo scanner (UT- Scanner) has been brought in use and it has taken the present shape by 2005 as shown in the figure.

Construction:

The UT- scanner is provided with PSB to produce a particular frequency, which is energized with nine volts battery with built in sensors. The whole instrument is mounted on L-shaped structure (but it is not a conventional L-rod maintaining that ratio), moving on a set of bearings held in both hands as shown in the figure. There is a yoke having four poles at the edge of the instrument. There is a space provided for sample box, which can be inserted into the instrument. This gadget can measure and quantify the aura energy of solids, liquids, gases, instantly then and there in mannem’s scale (measured in meters represented as m’) after switching on the instrument. This is patented. Since this instrument is giving enough information related to energy. Many organizations and learned people have come forward and owned it for their use or procured for validation studies.

For Example:

  • Central Forensic Laboratories New Delhi, have Eight instruments after seeing the results. Contact no: Dr. Shukla 094418262878
  • Gurukul Kangri Vedic Viswa Vidyalaya Haridwar (U.K) to Study the energy levels developed after performing Agnihotra,Mantra, Tantra, and Yantra.( Contact No. Prof Gyan prakash, 09219513135)
  • Sir Gangaram Hospital, New Delhi to diagnose the disease and to find compatible medicine suitable to patients frequency ( contact the Director; 09811211351)
  • Dr, Hemangi Zambekar Ph.D,Pune possessed the gadget to find the plant diseases and to select compatible medicine for Agriculture ( contact no 09822o42067)
  • Dr, Hira Taparia; Mumbai procured to study vastu (Contact no: 09820294575) and so many…

    NOTE: We are getting perfect results with the instrument but there is a missing link to understand the instrument with modern science, however the gadget is working with our own energy field (Aura energy) which is giving unbelievable results. Further it is working as a bridge between the Vedic Science and the Modern Science. Nature is first teacher to understand these energies, and the Hypothesis, Laws, and formulae’s are derived latter as per the development of the human brain. The instrument is a miracle but it is not a miracle for Nature as it included with in it.

APPLICATION OF U T- SCANNER IN VARIOUS FIELDS

The Universe is known as BRHMANDA is having abundant Energy.As we look in to the stars and Galaxy where light seems to be the source/seed to form matter. The instrument understands matter and Energy only in terms of AURA and its applications are possible in every field of science as every thing in the universe emits light energy
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1). Vedic Science:

We discussed about abundance of energy in the Nature in form of light energy. The energy can be Positive (constructive) and Vedas called it Sakaratmak (called Devatas), OR Negative (Destructive) energy. Our Vedas called it as Nakaratmak ( called it as rakshasas).

U T- SCAN can detect and help us to understand these negative harmful energies, helping us either to avoid them or to neutralize them with suitable positive energy to balance the energy. Thus balancing energies is the law of the Universe. Correlating with Science this can be seen in the Universal Spectra where we can see the visible spectral rays and also the unseen radiations with the following nomenclature like Infra red rays, Ultra violet rays; Micro waves, Gamma rays, Radio waves etc. are very destructive in nature. This is known to our ancients and they have destroyed the techniques of the computer which was discovered by Sridharacharya during 850 AC by using Phanini

The above universal spectra there are visible spectral colors known as VIBGYOR are called RAYS, which builds us with constructive energy having a wave length of 400-700nm. There are non visible waves called RADIATIONS which are harmful for human health (>700nm ;< 400nm). Our saints called the Infra red radiations as RAHU which gives problems in the body and Ultra violet frequencies are called KETU which creates problems on mental level, the combination of these frequencies on a person called Shani dasha or Naga dosha. The spiraling serpents that we see in Lord Shiva temple are installed are symbolic of human DNA structure.

Any negative energy can be neutralized by similar frequency by using positive energy bearing opposite polarity, which is not known to many of us. In nature many remedies are available which can be tested with Universal Scanner to find suitable remedies either from Earth (Minerals) plant or animal origin. This creates a Vedic route which is not known to many of us though we are born in the soil working as scientists.

These can be neutralized by using Precious stones (Navaratnas) or Nine cereals (Nava Dhanya) or Yantra (Geometrical figures) Tantra (Sacrifice) or Mantra (Spell or sound energy)

In addition this Instrument can locate the Spirit energies ( preta-atmas) in the premises which are mostly related to murder, or suicide spots. It was surprising to us as we can work out remedies which can be applied to neutralize these frequencies. These can be identified by using IR & UV spectral samples in the sample box provided in the instrument.

For more details one is advised to read our book “The inbuilt Science in Vedic Rituals”

2). Medical applications:

By keeping the saliva sample in form of cotton swab in the sample box, the aura energy can be found out which is normally ranges from 2.5-2.8 m’. The saliva contains 150 proteins derived from different parts of the body and it can represent the whole body up to 99% safely. If the Aura energy measured is less,(2.0m’) it can be taken granted that the person is sick. The persons present in general medical ward found to have a energy range from 1.5 to 2.0 m’ and those who is undergoing treatment in intensive care unit have a aura of 1.0 to 1.2 m’.

A). Even from 5 meters distance the instrument can locate the particular organ/ organs which are depleted in its cell energy. It shows the location of depleted parts where energy is blocked. For these observations a little knowledge of physiology is needed.

The most advantage of the gadget is very small flexible and it can be carried any where unlike othr similar units. It can scan the body beyond the standards of CT–Scan and indicate the presence and source of negative energy which caused that problem in the energy level.

B). The instrument can select a suitable compatible drug, which is having similar frequency, opposite in polarity from Allopathic, Ayurveda, Homeopathy or Unani systems.

C). It can locate the origin and source of the disease irrespective either it is bacteria or virus.

D). It can locate unseen mystic Kundalini Chakras, measure their energy levels, quantify them and also rectify the problem with a supplementary gadget known as Harmonizer. By supplementing the depleted energy, the cells in the organ can be regenerated, provided they are rechargeable. The patient goes to slumber sleep under that condition and feel relaxed.

Based on the above finding we have opened Dr, Murthy’s Vedic Aura energy Research Center at Marredpally, Hyderabad – 500 026 in order to document the findings. Many persons who come under the category of incurable diseases are getting benefit. It is not only opened as a solution for incurable diseases but also the Harmonizer is able to neutralize the radiations absorbed in the cells.

For Details you are advised to read “Application of Aura energy in Medical science”

NOTE; to my opinion this gadget can do diagnosis, and perfectly selecting the suitable medicine can help the medical graduates to reduce the period of education similar to mathematical tables are replaced by calculator.

3).. Vastu and Astrology:
The modern Scientist would laugh at this subject as we had a similar opinion on it. When we have probed with the instrument our findings are astonishing. It is found that there is a relation exists between the
Sun Energy (electro magnetic waves), the Earth energy (magnetic field) have a variable relation with the geometry (building). Sand, steel, cement have reduced the positive energyof a residence compared to the houses prepared with mud huts having pyramid shaped top bare a high energies. The Vastu purusha as depicted by our ancients is a symbolic representation of high positive energy protecting the house. This is a resultant forces of two individual directions derived from sun energy and magnetic energy. In the Universe every thing is built in Geometry (house, man, leaf, grains the rock are also posses geometry/ shape), built with mathematics (number) and colour are found to be most important parameters to hold the positive energy for prosperity.

Further our ancients constructed monuments with out any motor using the principles of Polarity by selecting male rock and female rock, which is austonishing.

Apart from that 98% of us do not understand what is Geopathic stress and its implication on human biology? These are the radiations coming from underneath structures/ harmful minerals damaging our immune system. One can confirm 98% of the ailments are contributed by these harmful radiations. To have knowledge about them one should read about Heartman grids, Black spots,Ley luice, water lines etc.(It is a subject related to plate tectonics)

Even the conscious bones emit harmful radiations affects the human biology is the subject of modern times in Germany, Italy and France. Our ancients understood it by animal behavior where dog, elephants, cow cannot stay there while cats, bats, termites and bees prefer those cold and humid places including spirits.
The harmful radiations coming from high voltage lines, transformers near and around the house cause unseen damage and there is no hospitals to cure the diseases.

Lastly it is necessary to indicate VASTU means the THINGS or articles. Some of the articles, that we use in the house, bearing an energy relation with the other with interaction of aura. Some of the articles have the property of sapping the energy from our body causing several health problems have been not identified by us. Such articles are antiques, Skins, some dolls, yantras, including some kitchen ware (which undergo instant heating and cooling daily opt change their electronic configuration in the atom) Their electrons in the atom spins in anti clockwise direction not synchronizing with Earth’s rotation can bring pains, paralysis etc.
Some documentation has been done by us at our research centre based on that we published a book named “ Building Biology & Energy Vastu” is available with few case studies.

NOTE:Most of us know the structural vastu or directional vastu which contribute 20% and the main restless harmony in the residence is contributed by Geopathic stress.

4). Agriculture Science;
Plants are also bear life energy giving highest Aura energy compared to Human beings. Mostly all plants sacrifice most of their energies for benefit of the human benefit. Their seeds, herbs, flowers (Aroma) and every plant of the part serve the human directly or indirectly. Their Green color is mainly gives harmony for Human survival,(550 htz 550 nm).
This instrument is useful in many ways for selection of better seed, identifying pathological problems in advance, selecting the organic remedies like bio fertilizers/ pesticides suitable to the crop can be attended.
The adulteration can be tested with much ease provided original sample is available.
If the soil sample is given to the instrument it selects the crop which can give high yield.
Some documentation is done on this subject by working with the professors and Scientists of Acharya Ranga Agriculture University, Hyderabad.
“Application of Aura energy in Agriculture Science”is published by taking coconut disease known as Gynoderma.

5) POLICE AND MILATARY SCIENCE:
Using the UT- Scanner one can identify the criminal from his finger prints to man, and then to his signature and blood / urine samples or to his photograph competently as they posses the aura or its frequency. Mostly attends the Forensic works
If a photograph is taken with in 15 hrs of the murder it can identify the photograph of the person whose aura is available at that spot when the incident occurs.
It also works as Police dog and lie detector.
It can locate the enemy and ammunition dumps on similar to the lines of Global positioning system (G.P.O) .For more details you are advised to read the “Application of Aura Energy on Police and Milatary Science

Dr. Mannem Murthy M.tech; M.sc(Engg) Ph.D
Former Nuclear Scientist
O40-27733366 INDIA

It is vitally important for a human-made structure to honour and make connections with the physical environment.

This creates stability, acceptance by the spirit of the land, and very real anchor lines which allow energy flow between the structure and surrounding landscape.”
–Ivan McBeth

What is Geopathic Stress?

  • Geopathic stress is the effect of detrimental earth radiation and electromagnetic radiation on the health of your body.(Effects the functional communications related to any part of the human body).
  • The Earth has a natural magnetic field; it acts as though it has a large magnet at its center.
  • The rotation of the earth creates electrical currents in the molten metals found within its core, thereby producing a magnetic field.

When the natural radiations which rise up through the earth are distorted by weak electromagnetic fields created by subterranean running water, sewers, drains, certain mineral concentrations, fault lines and underground cavities.(Geological structures. Even the distinct human bones also give rise to electromagnetic radiations is called “SALYA”)

Natural radiation disturbed in this way can become harmful to humans. Mining can cause man-made disturbances to the earth’s magnetic field, foundations for tall buildings, quarrying, underground transport systems, and public utilities (sewage, water and so on).

Geopathic Stress is a term used to describe the cause of many different illnesses which are frequently stress related and difficult to diagnose BY ORDINARY INSTRUMENTS as they are invisible.

More often than not, the cause stems from magnetic energy disruptions within our homes or workplace. Geopathic stress is caused by one of three main magnetic energy sources working in isolation or together.

Underground water-flows beneath a property or structure. When a structure is built above underground water, the natural magnetic flow of the water energy is restricted, and disruptive vibrations are set up in the building. Thus, if we sleep above these flows, over a period of time, the body’s resistance can be affected, leading to stress and subsequent illness due to decrease in immunity.
  • Human beings have evolved with this background magnetic field; they are accustomed to living within its presence.
  • Geopathic stress occurs when the Earth’s magnetic field is disturbed, either naturally or artificially, and the background field we normally experience is changed.
To better understand this, look at the illustration to the left. This is a drawing of an underground stream, showing how, in this case, unhealthy or “black” natural energies radiating upwards from the stream, and also at 45 degrees on each side, forming three lines on the surface which contain spirals or vortices.

They radiate upwards through all the floors of a house or building. There is also a ley line (many waves of “overgrounds”, from right of illustration) which focuses into the centre of the spirals, forming a powerful hot spot. A black ley line will tune into a black spiral and a white ley will tune into a white spiral. The reason the stream is emitting unhealthy radiation is that the stream is polluted, or the rock/substrata above is of a type which alters the energies to unhealthy (e.g. clay).

If you have your bed on one of these lines, or especially in the centre of a spiral, you could become seriously ill very quickly, depending upon your resistance to disease and some other factors.

  • Geopathic stress is a natural phenomenon which affects certain places and can be damaging to our health.
  • Depending on its source, geopathic stress may be found either as a line passing through an area, or as an irregular zone or pool.
  • Some places make us feel ill at ease. We just feel uncomfortable. We are often at a loss to describe or explain this sense. Geopathic stress is a likely cause.
  • Geopathic Stress is the only common factor in most serious and long term illnesses and psychological conditions.
  • Geopathic Stress was proved to the satisfaction of the medical profession over 70 years ago and in millions of cases ever since, that Geopathic Stress is very detrimental to human health.
  • However the Indian saints 5000bc used to test the soil by putting water in a 2X2X2 feet pit. If the water drains away and they confirms the presence of fractures and water in it. And they used to put a flower in the water to observe its motion. If that is clockwise movement the area is free from geopathic stresss or vice-versa
  • Geopathic stress can be caused by energies emanating from the earth vibrating at a level beyond the electromagnetic spectrum currently recognised and detected by conventional science and technology. These energies are often referred to as earth energies and can be bad, good or neutral.
  • Earth energies have many different features but most problems are caused by underground water streams and Straight energy lines often referred to as, Ley Lines, Curry Grid Lines and Hartmann Grid Lines.
  • Curry lines were discovered by Dr. Manfred Curry and Dr. Wittmann as a global grid network. As was the Hartmann global grid network discovered by Dr. Ernst Hartmann. It is mainly the crossing points on the Curry or Hartmann lines that cause health problems.
  • Any feature which affects the earth’s natural magnetic field will most likely also affect the earth energies as these are linked in some way.

Different Types of Geopathic Stress and other Phenomenon

  • Geological Faults are responsible for the stresses of our earth’s environment and within our lives. These faults release radiation from underground and could have an impact on people living above them. Geomagnetic Lines are positive or negative lines that run North to South within the land. When they are balanced, they offer us support in maintaining good health and well being.
  • Ley Lines are human thought and we could be affected especially when we are very connected to a place or person.
  • Water Courses  water located underneath the earths surface that holds energy.
  • Electromagnetic Fields are energy frequencies from our every day electrical appliances.
  • The Hartman and Currie Grids are grids of energy that can be disruptive in certain overstressed areas of the land.
  • Nexus Points are shaped in a figure eight and could have an affect on the electrical impulses of our brain and how we feel.
  • Psychic Impressions where the house or place remembers an emotional time or event.
  • Mobile Personal Lines are fragmented memories from the past that could be left behind from occupants that previously lived in the home. Signs of MPL’s are – cold rooms, strange noises and smells.

BENEFITS OF HIGH TESTOSTERONE IN MEN

For the past few years, a good number of researches have been conducted on testosterone. What they found was that this single hormone has miraculous capabilities. It affects pretty much every aspect of your body and life. It will help you to maintain good relation, it will help you to look good and more masculine and it will bring your youth back.

A good amount of testosterone in your body is very important, but it is up to you, how you achieve it. The best and most risk-free way is through natural ways. Like exercise and diet but there might be a situation in which it is not possible. In that case, you go for external administration of testosterone through testosterone replacement therapy.

The list of the benefits of high testosterone is so large that it is worth investing your time and money.

 Benefits of high Testosterone

1) Relieves depression


Depression is one of the most common mental disease is today’s society. In America, around 7% of the population is suffering from depression. Make a guess, who can help depressed people fight depression. Testosterone, it is! Optimal levels of testosterone is linked with mental well being.

Plus, a study done at Harvard suggests that, patients who were not responding to the conventional anti-depressants had low levels of testosterone in their body. And, when these patients were given a dosage of testosterone along with antidepressants, they reacted to it quite well.

There is a fine link between testosterone and depression, but testosterone can surely help people who are not responding to the conventional methods to conquer depression.

2) Improves memory and concentration


Research done on a number of men(between 50-80), showed that the group that was injected with testosterone displayed an improvement in memory.

Another research suggested that increase in testosterone have improved some cognitive functions in Alzheimer patient. After heart, testosterone impacts brain the most. Improved concentration and memory were some effects shown by a number of studies.

3) Sense of well-being


Have you woken up with a sense that the world is beautiful, life is great, no task is conquerable?Or feeling healthy as a horse? The chances might be that your testosterone level might be high at that time. Testosterone makes you feel good. I think, this is one of the most important benefits of high testosterone because the ultimate task of the human being or as a matter of fact, for any creature is to feel good and happy. And, testosterone helps with that.

4) Low cholesterol


Having the low level of testosterone generally means to having high levels of cholesterol. The logic behind it is very basic. After receiving signal from the pituitary gland, the testicles start the production of the testosterone. The testosterone is produced by the testes by converting the cholesterol.

Cholesterol is the building block of testosterone. Hence, when the cholesterol is converted into “T”, its level automatically goes low.

5) Libido


A study was conducted on men between the age 40-70. The group which was given a high dosage of testosterone felt a significant increase in the libido. Many such studies have pointed in the same direction.

So, along with body and mind, testosterone also takes care of how you perform in bed. It is seen the reduction in libido is not actually a sign of aging, but it is a sign of low testosterone. As a matter of fact, low testosterone is cause of low libido in women too. High libido is most noticeable benefit of high testosterone.

6) Makes heart stronger


The most prominent function of the testosterone is to help muscle grow and to strengthen them. The Heart is the most important and most used muscle of them all. It pumps blood day and night. So, testosterone provides strength to the heart muscle. Plus, as it reduces cholesterol, which also decrease the risk of other heart related diseases.

It was found that the people suffering from Coronary artery disease(CAD) have low level of bio-available testosterone in their blood. A dose of testosterone was injected into their body, which caused dilation of the artery and allowed more blood flow.

7) Makes your a risk taker


Here is another benefit of having high level of testosterone in the body. According to a study, the testosterone level of men increase by 10% when they around beautiful women, which in turn, makes them take more risks. Yes, higher level of of testosterone gives the confidence and drive to men, to take more risks. And, in this world of competition, without taking risk it is impossible to reach any goal. Risk taking is one of the most important benefits of high testosterone, if you desire success.

8) Makes you energetic


Testosterone makes your more energetic and there can be many reasons behind this. The most significant is, increased production of RBC’s. “RBC” stands for “Red blood cell.” The main job of RBC’s is to carry oxygen from lung to the other part of the body.

Testosterone is responsible for the production of RBC’s. More RBC’s means the oxygen will be transported through out the body more efficiently. Apart from keeping you away from fatigue, more oxygen will also benefit practically every bodily function.

9) Improve sleep


A study done on a group of men aged 65 or above suggests that low testosterone is linked with reduction is sleep duration, less quality sleep, frequent waking up and disturbance while sleeping. Therefore, an optimal amount of free testosterone is responsible for the overall sleep quality.

The strange thing about this is that more sleep means more testosterone. Men who sleep less than 5-6 hrs at night has 10% less testosterone in their body. So, sleep for more testosterone and more testosterone means better sleep.

10) Weight loss


At the age between 30 – 40, depending upon person to person, the testosterone level in the body goes on decreasing. This decrease in testosterone increases the fat in a person’s body. The reason behind this is simple, less testosterone means more (estrogen: testosterone ratio).

And, when the amount of estrogen becomes relatively high in your body, it starts storing fat, especially in the belly region. On the other hand, testosterone helps to burn fat fast.  So, to reverse this effect more testosterone is required, whether you produce it naturally or take it externally.

11) Gives you a chiseled look


Have you seen a model in a cover photo and wondered how he got that razor sharp look? Actually, part of it is their body structure, but the factor is the ” free testosterone” flowing through their blood. As you know by now, testosterone helps muscles to grow bigger, get stronger and get hard. And, our face has around 33 different muscles and testosterone works its magic on these muscles to give you that Alpha male look.

12) Attracts more women


So, testosterone gives you bigger muscles, sharper facial muscles, reduce your weight and if this was not enough, it has something more to add to your overall personality to attract women even more. That is the smell. It has been found that women, especially during their menstrual cycle, rated the smell of men with high testosterone more attractive.

13) Increase bone density


An optimal level of testosterone is required to increase the bone mass. People who are suffering from Osteoporosis have low levels of testosterone. To increase or maintain good bone density the testosterone is converted into estrogen.

In people, with low T, this conversion is minimal, because your body don’t want to deplete testosterone as it increases estrogen simultaneously. Otherwise, your body will become estrogen dominant and that is not at all good for male. So, such people will have low density.

14) Less mortality rate


On top of all the above benefits, testosterone also increases the number of days you’ll live. The reason behind this is very simple. It makes your heart stronger, benefits your brain, decrease your cholesterol level, increase blood flow and many other things. It increases your body’s overall strength. Hence, it is obvious that you will live a long life.

Conclusion

There are a great number of benefits of having high testosterone. And, even worse are the effects of low testosterone level. At an early age 15-35 body still is capable of producing an ample amount of testosterone. Therefore, at this age going on testosterone therapy is not advised. Unless it is critical.

First, you have to find the reasons behind your low T. Little exercise and diet can considerably increase the testosterone. But, after a certain age that capability gets completely eroded. Then, you might need an external source of testosterone. In that case, consult your physician before taking any step.

Turmeric and Lemon Morning Elixir 

Starting the day with your morning routine may suit your needs just fine. A bit of yoga, maybe meditation, a shower, a healthy breakfast with organic coffee, and then out the door. Does this sound familiar? If so, your morning routine is already exceptional. But we have a mighty elixir that can compliment your regimen wonderfully.

You may have heard that warm lemon water will get those pipes working in the morning and optimize your health. You may even drink warm lemon water with Himalayan salt, or warm lemon water with honey in the morning. However, have you heard of warm lemon water combined with honey, cinnamon, and the most essential ingredient to this morning elixir, turmeric? If you have yet to try this one, you may be missing out on an excellent way to begin your day. All-natural lemon and turmeric are especially powerful ingredients that boast a wealth of beneficial properties. 

Lemons offer a tasty, tart flavor with many health-promoting properties. According to a study published in the Chemistry Central Journal (2015), lemons possess a treasure trove of natural metabolites. The study authors state, “Citrus fruits exhibit plentiful bioactivities including antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, anti-cancer, antimicrobial and anti-allergy activities, as well as cardiovascular effect, neuroprotective effect, hepatoprotective effect, obesity control, etc.” Lemons are indeed a healthy ingredient to enjoy at the beginning of the day. However, when you couple lemon with turmeric, your health and wellness benefits increase significantly. 

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) is a yellow-orange spice that is part of the ginger family. Native to tropical South Asia, turmeric is well known in traditional Asian medicine and cuisine. More recently, its health benefits have been recognized in Western medicine. According to a study published in the Journal of Nephropathology (2012), “Turmeric, a neglected Asian traditional drug might reemerge as remedy and/or preventive tool for various illnesses including different type of cancers, obesity, type-2 diabetes, hyperlipidemia, hypertension, CKD [chronic kidney disease] and ESRD [end stage renal disease], which are steadily increasing globally, claiming many lives and tremendous amount of resources worldwide.”

One active ingredient in turmeric, curcumin, has been the focus of several academic studies. 

Curcumin may alleviate inflammation: According to research from the Department of Stomatology at the University of California, San Francisco, curcumin possesses anti-inflammatory properties. The research, published in the Journal of Alternative and Complementary Medicine (2004), found that curcumin, “may exert its anti-inflammatory activity by inhibition of a number of different molecules that play a role in inflammation.”


Curcumin’s anticancer potential: Curcumin may play a vital role in cancer prevention, according to a study published in BioMed Research International (2014). Previous research has highlighted curcumin’s antioxidant, antibacterial and antitumor properties, according to the study, which concluded, “Curcumin, a vital constituent of the spice turmeric, is an alternative approach in the prevention of cancer.” 

Therapeutic applications of curcumin: According to a review study published in the AAPS Journal (2013), “curcumin has shown therapeutic potential against a number of human diseases,” including multiple types of cancer, inflammatory bowel disease, irritable bowel syndrome, arthritis, peptic ulcers, psoriasis, H. pylori infection, Alzheimer’s disease, acute coronary syndrome, atherosclerosis, diabetes, and respiratory tract infections. 

The Turmeric and Lemon Morning Elixir
What you’ll need…

  • ½ a lemon, squeezed for juice
  • ¼ – ½ tsp turmeric
  • ½ tsp honey
  • ¼ tsp cinnamon powder
  • 1 cup warm water, or milk

How to make it…
Mix the lemon juice, turmeric and honey into your cup of warm water or milk. You will want to stir these ingredients well. Add cinnamon on top and continue to stir your morning elixir as you drink it — this will ensure that the turmeric does not settle at the bottom of your cup.

Turmeric with its main active ingredient, curcumin, may be that one healthy addition to your morning routine you’ve been looking for. 

 

Antioxidants

While there are many ways to describe what antioxidants do inside the body, one definition of antioxidants is any substance that inhibits oxidation, especially one used to counteract the deterioration of stored food products or removes potentially damaging oxidizing agents in a living organism.

Antioxidants include dozens of food-based substances you may have heard of before, such as carotenoids like beta-carotene, lycopene and vitamin C. These are several examples of antioxidants that inhibit oxidation, or reactions promoted by oxygen, peroxides and/or free radicals. (1) Research suggests that when it comes to longevity and overall health, some of the benefits of consuming antioxidant foods, herbs, teas and supplements include:

  • Slower signs of aging, including of the skin, eyes, tissue, joints, heart and brain
  • Healthier, more youthful, glowing skin
  • Reduced cancer risk
  • Detoxification support
  • Longer life span
  • Protection against heart disease and stroke
  • Less risk for cognitive problems, such as dementia
  • Reduced risk for vision loss or disorders like macular degeneration and cataracts
  • Antioxidants are also added to food or household products to prevent oxidation and spoilage

Why do we need antioxidants, and what do specific antioxidants do inside the body once consumed?  

Antioxidant sources, like antioxidant foods, herbs, spices and teas, reduce the effects of free radicals, also called oxidative damage/stress, which plays a major role in disease formation. The leading health problems facing us today — including conditions like heart disease, cancer and dementia — have been linked to increased levels of oxidative damage and inflammation. In simplest terms, oxidation is a chemical reaction that can produce free radicals, leading to other chemical chain reactions that damage cells.

Sources of antioxidants in your diet offer much-needed help in counteracting the damage done by things like blue light or sun exposure, a poor diet, smoking or using other drugs, taking medications, toxicity or chemical exposure, even high amounts of stress and other natural factors that increase the risk of age-related problems. In the process of fighting free radical damage, antioxidants protect healthy cells while halting the growth of malignant or cancerous cells.

History of Antioxidants Knowledge and Their Usage

It’s not exactly agreed upon who first “discovered” antioxidants. Antioxidants have been dated in medical literature to the early 19th and 20th centuries, but researchers and health experts have been discussing them for much longer. Each antioxidant has its own unique history of discovery. Some, such as vitamin C and vitamin E, were first researched by doctors, such as Henry A. Mattill during the 1920s–1950s, used to explain why animals fed whole foods lived longer and remained healthier. (2)

Joe McCord is another researcher credited with discovering the function of antioxidant enzymes like superoxide dismutase, mostly by mistake, and noting how all organisms held these beneficial compounds inside their bodies but less so as they aged. (3)

Today, the level of antioxidants in any substance or food is evaluated with an ORAC score, which stands for “oxygen radical absorption capacity. ORAC tests the power of a plant to absorb and eliminate free radicals. These measurements were developed by the National Institute of Aging and are based on 100 grams of each food or herb.

Most common fruits, vegetables and herbs in the diet that contain antioxidants include forms like vitamin E, lutein, vitamin C, beta-carotene, flavonoids and lycopene. While there is currently no official recommended daily allowance for antioxidants or antioxidant foods, generally speaking the more you consume each day from real foods in your diet the better.


Top 10 High Antioxidant Foods List

Antioxidants may be easier to add to your diet than you might think. Based on ORAC scores provided by the Nutrient Data Laboratory, Beltsville Human Nutrition Research Center and Agricultural Research Service of the U.S. Department of Agriculture, below are some of the top antioxidant foods by weight:

  1. Goji berries25,000 ORAC score
  2. Wild blueberries14,000 ORAC score
  3. Dark chocolate21,000 ORAC score
  4. Pecans: 17,000 ORAC score
  5. Artichoke9,400 ORAC score
  6. Elderberries14,000 ORAC score
  7. Kidney beans: 8,400 ORAC score
  8. Cranberries9,500 ORAC score
  9. Blackberries: 5,300 ORAC score
  10. Cilantro5,100 ORAC score

The ORAC scores above are based on weight. This means that it might not be practical to eat high amounts of all of these antioxidant foods. Other high antioxidant foods not listed above, which are still great sources and highly beneficial, include common foods like tomatoes, carrots, pumpkin seeds, sweet potatoes, pomegranates, strawberries, kale, broccoli, grapes or red wine, squash, and wild-caught salmon. Try to consume at least three to four servings daily of these high antioxidant foods (even more is better) for optimal health.


Top 10 Antioxidant Herbs List

Along with antioxidant foods, certain herbs, spices and essential oils derived from nutrient-dense plants are extremely high in healing antioxidant compounds. Here is another list of the herbs you can try adding to your diet for increased protection against disease. Many of these herbs/spices are also available in concentrated essential oil form. Look for 100 percent pure (therapeutic grade) oils, which are highest in antioxidants.

  1. Clove:314,446 ORAC score
  2. Cinnamon267,537 ORAC score
  3. Oregano159,277 ORAC score
  4. Turmeric102,700 ORAC score
  5. Cocoa: 80,933 ORAC score
  6. Cumin76,800 ORAC score
  7. Parsley (dried): 74,349 ORAC score
  8. Basil67,553 ORAC score
  9. Ginger28,811 ORAC score
  10. Thyme27,426 ORAC score

Other antioxidant-rich herbs include garlic, cayenne pepper and green tea. Aim to consume two to three servings of these herbs or herbal teas daily.

Top high antioxidant foods and herbs - Dr. Axe

Top 10 High Antioxidant Supplements

The American Heart Association, along with the Mayo Clinic and Cleveland Clinic, recommend getting antioxidants from whole foods and a wide variety of foods. While it’s always ideal, and usually more beneficial, to get antioxidants or other nutrients directly from real food sources, certain types may also be helpful when consumed in supplement form.

There’s still debate over which antioxidants may offer help preventing or treating diseases when consumed in concentrated dosages. Some research has shown that antioxidants like lutein and glutathione may be beneficial when taken in supplement form — for example, in preventing vision loss, joint problems or diabetes. But other research doesn’t always show the same results and sometimes even that certain supplements like vitamin A or vitamin C may be harmful in high amounts.

So just remember that while they might help you in certain instances, overall it doesn’t seem that consuming supplemental antioxidants help you live longer. That’s where your diet and lifestyle come in. Bottom line: We should never rely on supplements to counteract unhealthy lifestyles and poor nutrition.

If you’re generally healthy and eat a varied diet, you might not benefit much from taking antioxidants supplements. However, if you’re at risk for something like vision loss or heart disease, talk to your doctor about whether the following antioxidant supplements in proper doses (and with a healthy lifestyle) might be helpful:

1. Glutathione

Glutathione is considered the body’s most important antioxidant because it’s found within the cells and helps boost activities of other antioxidants or vitamins. Glutathione is a peptide consisting of three key amino acids that plays several vital roles in the body, including helping with protein use, creation of enzymes, detoxification, digestion of fats and destruction of cancer cells.

2. Quercetin

Derived naturally from foods like berries and leafy greens, quercetin seems to be safe for almost everyone and poses little risks. Most studies have found little to no side effects in people eating nutrient-dense diets high in quercetin or taking supplements by mouth short term.

Amounts up to 500 milligrams taken twice daily for 12 weeks appear to be very safe for helping manage a number of inflammatory health problems, including heart disease and blood vessel problems, allergies, infections, chronic fatigue, and symptoms related to autoimmune disorders like arthritis.

3. Lutein

Lutein has benefits for the eyes, skin, arteries, heart and immune system, although food sources seem to be generally more effective and safer than supplements. Some evidence shows that people who obtain more lutein from their diets experience lower rates of breast, colon, cervical and lung cancers.

4. Vitamin C

Known for improving immunity, vitamin C helps protect against colds, the flu, and potentially cancer, skin and eye problems.

5. Resveratrol

Resveratrol is an active ingredient found in cocoa, red grapes, and dark berries, such as lingonberries, blueberries, mulberries and bilberries. It’s a polyphonic bioflavonoidantioxidant that’s produced by these plants as a response to stress, injury and fungal infection, helping protect the heart, arteries and more.

6. Astaxanthin

Astaxanthin is found in wild-caught salmon and krill and has benefits like reducing age spots, boosting energy levels, supporting joint health and preventing symptoms of ADHD.

7. Selenium

Selenium is a trace mineral found naturally in the soil that also appears in certain foods, and there are even small amounts in water. It supports the adrenal and thyroid glands and helps protect cognition. It may also fight off viruses, defend against heart disease and slow down symptoms correlated with other serious conditions like asthma.

8. Lavender Essential Oil

Lavender oil reduces inflammation and helps the body in many ways, such as producing important antioxidant enzymes – especially glutathione, catalase and superoxide dismutase.

9. Chlorophyll

Chlorophyll is very helpful for detoxification and linked to natural cancer prevention, blocking carcinogenic effects within the body, and protecting DNA from damage caused by toxins or stress. It’s found in things like spirulina, leafy green veggies, certain powdered green juices and blue-green algae.

10. Frankincense Essential Oil

Frankincense oil has been clinically shown to be a vital treatment for various forms of cancer, including breast, brain, colon and prostate cancers. Frankincense has the ability to help regulate cellular epigenetic function, which positively influences genes to promote healing. Rub frankincense essential oil on your body (neck area) three times daily, and take three drops internally in eight ounces of water three times daily as part of a natural prevention plan.


Top Health Benefits of Antioxidant Foods

1. Slow the Effects of Aging by Reducing Free Radical Damage

As described above, the single most important benefit of antioxidants is counteracting free radicals found inside every human body, which are very destructive to things like tissue and cells. Free radicals are responsible for contributing to many health issues and have connections to such diseases as cancer and premature aging of the skin or eyes.

What do free radicals do exactly, and why are they so destructive? The body uses antioxidants to prevent itself from the damage caused by oxygen. Electrons exist in pairs; free radicals are missing an electron. This is their weapon of sorts. They “react” with just about anything they come into contact with, robbing cells and compounds of one of their electrons. This makes the affected cell or compound unable to function and turns some cells into “electron-seeking muggers,” leading to a chain reaction in the body and the proliferation of free radicals. Free radicals then damage DNA, cellular membranes and enzym

2. Protect Vision and the Eyes

The antioxidants vitamin C, vitamin E and beta-carotene have all been shown to have positive effects on preventing macular degeneration, or age-related vision loss/blindness. Many foods that provide these nutrients also supply antioxidants called lutein and zeaxanthin, nicknamed the eye vitamins, and found in brightly colored foods like fruits and vegetables — especially leafy greens and types that are deep orange or yellow.

These antioxidants are believed to be easily transported around the body, especially to the delicate parts of the eyes called the macula and the lens. In fact, there are more than 600 different types of carotenoids found in nature, but only about 20 make their way into the eyes. (4) Of those 20, lutein and zeaxanthin are the only two that are deposited in high quantities into the macular portion of the eyes, which is one of the earliest to be damaged during aging.

Based on concentrations of things like lutein and other carotenoids, examples of antioxidant foods that protect vision include spinach, kale, berries, broccoli and even egg yolks. Research shows that high-lutein sources like spinach are proven to help decrease eye related degeneration and improve visual acuity. (5) Similarly, flavonoid antioxidants found in berries, such as bilberries or grapes (also a great source of the antioxidant resveratrol), may be especially beneficial at supporting vision into older age.

3. Reduce the Effects of Aging on the Skin 

Perhaps most noticeably, free radicals speed up the aging process when it comes to the appearance and health of your skin. Antioxidants may help combat this damage, especially from eating sources high in vitamin C, beta-carotene and other antioxidants.

Vitamin A and C have been connected to a decrease in the appearance of wrinkles and skin dryness. Vitamin C, specifically, is a powerful antioxidant that can help reduce the effect of oxidative damage caused by pollution, stress or poor diet. Vitamin A deficiency has also been linked to skin dryness, scaling and follicular thickening of the skin. Similarly to how free radicals damage surface skin cells, keratinization of the skin, when the epithelial cells lose their moisture and become hard and dry, can occur in the mucous membranes of the respiratory, gastrointestinal tract and urinary tract.

4. Help Prevent Stroke and Heart Disease

Since antioxidants help prevent damage of tissues and cells caused by free radicals, they’re needed to protect against heart disease and stroke. At this point, the data does not show that all antioxidants are effective in protecting against heart disease, but some, such as vitamin C, do seem to be.

The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition featured a study that found those with high levels of vitamin C in their blood had almost a 50 percent decreased risk of stroke. Countless studies also have found that people who consume highly plant-based diets — loaded with things like fresh veggies, herbs, spices and fruit — have a better chance of living longer and healthier lives with less heart disease. (6)

The Department of Preventive Medicine & Public Health at University of Navarra states, “Fruits and vegetables are dietary sources of natural antioxidants and it is generally accepted that antioxidants in these foods are key in explaining the inverse association between fruits and vegetables intake and the risk of developing a cardiovascular event or having elevated levels of cardiovascular risk factors.” (7) However, when it comes to heart health, certain studies have found that using vitamin E or beta-carotene supplements should be “actively discouraged” because of the increase in the risk of heart-related mortality. (8)

5. May Help Decrease Risk of Cancer

Studies have found that high intakes of vitamin A, vitamin C and other antioxidants could help prevent or treat several forms of cancer thanks to their ability to control malignant cells in the body and cause cell cycle arrest and apoptosis (destruction) of cancer cells. Retinoic acid, derived from vitamin A, is one chemical that plays important roles in cell development and differentiation as well as cancer treatment.

Lung, prostate, breast, ovarian, bladder, oral and skin cancers have been demonstrated to be suppressed by retinoic acid. (9) Another study collected numerous references demonstrating the findings of retinoic acid in protection against melanoma, hepatoma, lung cancer, breast cancer and prostate cancer. However, there’s evidence indicating that the benefits of chemicals like retinoic acid are safest when obtained from food naturally, rather than supplements.

6. Can Help Prevent Cognitive Decline, Such as Dementia or Alzheimer’s Disease

Oxidative stress is believed to play a central role in the pathogenesis of neurodegenerative diseases, but a nutrient-dense diet seems to lower one’s risk. The Journal of the American Medical Association of Neurology reports that higher intake of foods rich in antioxidants, such as vitamin C and vitamin E, may modestly reduce long-term risk of dementia and Alzheimer’s. (10)

Many studies have found that people eating plant-based diets high in antioxidants, such as the Mediterranean diet, have better protection over cognition. (11)


Are There Any Antioxidant Precautions or Side Effects?

Just like any other supplement, it doesn’t seem that it’s beneficial or even necessarily safe to consume high doses of antioxidants in supplement form. For example, because during exercise oxygen consumption can increase by a factor of more than 10, taking high doses of antioxidants might interfere with proper exercise recovery. (12) Other research has shown that high-dose antioxidant supplementation may interfere with the cardiovascular benefits of exercise, have negative effects on the body’s natural anti-cancer activities, and affect how the body balances levels of different chemicals and nutrients on its own. (13, 14)

When it comes to protection against things like cancer or heart disease, overall the medical literature seems conflicting. Although some studies found a positive relationship between antioxidant supplementation and risk reduction, others have not found such positive effects. (15) To be safe, always follow directions carefully and speak with your doctor if you’re unsure of whether or not a supplement is right for you. And to remain your healthiest into older age, aim to reduce free radical load in your body by practicing things like:

  • avoiding environmental pollutants in water
  • reducing chemical exposure in household and cosmetic products
  • limiting intake of processed and refined foods
  • limiting intake of pesticide and herbicide-laden foods
  • limiting intake of antibiotic and hormone-laden foods
  • avoiding overuse of medications
  • reducing stress
  • getting moderate amounts of exercise
  • using natural, cold-pressed oils (heat oxidizes fats in refined oils)

Final Thoughts on Antioxidants and High Antioxidant Foods

  • Antioxidants inhibit oxidation in the body, also called free radical damage, which is tied to stress.
  • We get most antioxidants from our diets, which help counteract effects of an unhealthy lifestyle, such as accelerated aging, damaged or mutated cells, broken-down tissue within the skin or eyes, the activation of harmful genes within DNA, and low immunity.
  • Some noteworthy high antioxidant foods, herbs and supplements include leafy green veggies, artichokes, cocoa, wild berries, green tea, cinnamon, clove, sea vegetables like kelp, spirulina, quercetin or lutein supplements, and essential oils like lavender and frankincense.

Coffee with coconut oil,cinnamon and honey

Coffee may perk you up and even kick-start your system each morning, but here’s another great reason to sip a cup of java each day. That steaming cup of brew is the number one source of antioxidants in the U.S. diet, according to a study by the University of Scranton. “Americans get more of their antioxidants from coffee than any other dietary source,” says study leader Joe Vinson, Ph.D., a chemistry professor at the university. And whether you’re drinking leaded or unleaded, both versions of coffee appear to provide similar antioxidant levels.

Antioxidants are linked to a number of potential health benefits, including protection against heart disease and cancer. And while the study team analyzed the antioxidant content of more than 100 different foods including vegetables, fruits, nuts, spices, oils and common beverages, coffee came out on top for both antioxidants per serving size and frequency of consumption. But that’s not all. One cup of coffee also contains important vitamins:

  • Riboflavin (vitamin B2): 11 percent of the RDA
  • Pantothenic acid (vitamin B5): 6 percent of the RDA
  • Manganese and potassium: 3 percent of the RDA
  • Magnesium and niacin (B3): 2 percent of the RDA

Coffee may even lower your risk of developing diabetes. Studies suggest that coffee drinkers have a significantly reduced risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Interestingly, those who drink the most coffee have 23 to 50 percent lower risk of getting this disease. One study shows a reduction as high as 67 percent. Moreover, a study published in the European Journal of Neurology suggests that coffee may even decrease your risk of getting Alzheimer’s disease by as much as 65 percent!

The coffee cure for excess weight

Did you know that caffeine is found in most commercial fat burning supplement? Caffeine is one of the only natural substances that has actually been proven to aid fat burning. In fact, caffeinated coffee boosts your metabolism and helps increase the rate at which your body burns calories.

A study published in the American Journal Clinical Nutrition set out to investigate the effects of coffee on the metabolic rate. Researchers found that caffeinated coffee stimulates the metabolism in both obese and normal weight individuals. However, when it came to normal weight subjects, it seems there was an even greater fat loss.

But here’s some even better news. Now you can boost your metabolism and energy even further by adding these three ingredients to your morning brew: Coconut oil, cinnamon and raw honey. And if you’re wondering how this blend will taste in your favorite organic coffee, I’m here to tell you, it tastes great!

1. Organic coconut oil

When it comes to fat and oil — what’s healthy and what’s not — science has greatly changed its opinion over the past few decades. Coconut oil has garnered a lot of interest, becoming one of the most popular super foods recommended for raw and cooked consumption.

Yes, coconut oil is fat, but it’s a healthier version. While most other fats contain long-chain fatty acids, coconut oil is comprised almost entirely of medium-chain fatty acids, which metabolize differently. Medium-chain fatty acids are sent to the liver by the digestive system where they’re either converted to energy or ketone bodies. There are also several studies that have observed fat loss and metabolic changes in response to medium-chain triglycerides, which make up about 65 percent of coconut oil. Researchers have found medium-chain triglycerides to increase metabolism, reduce appetite and calorie intake and promote fat loss.

Therefore, adding coconut oil to your morning coffee can be very beneficial for shedding excess weight. In one Malaysian study, researchers found coconut oil to decrease body fat and waist circumference without having to intentionally reduce calories. In another Brazilian study that compared calorie-restricted diets, researchers noted decreased abdominal fat in those who consumed coconut oil. The bottom line is that coconut oil is a natural thermogenic, meaning it increases your basal metabolic rate and energy. The result? A more efficient, fat-burning cup of coffee.

2. Raw honey

Like processed sugar, honey is sweet. But unlike processed sugar, it’s a natural sweetener rich in vitamin B6, folate, vitamin C, niacin and riboflavin. It also contains numerous minerals including iron, calcium, sodium, zinc, potassium and phosphorus. Eating honey may also help increase the levels of “good” cholesterol in the body and reduce cardiovascular strain, according to research published in The Scientific World Journal. And when compared to dextrose and sucrose, honey also lowers blood-sugar elevation in diabetics.

So, what happens when you add honey to your coffee? Normally, fat remains as an unused resource in the body, adding bulk and weight. But it’s thought that honey can activate this stored fat to provide energy for your daily activities. That means you can lead a more active, healthy life, which will further promote weight loss. For best results, use raw honey.

3. Cinnamon

Cinnamon is loaded with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties that help fight infections and inflammation in the body. It also lowers blood sugar levels in the body to help keep you feeling full longer, which aids weight reduction.

Cinnamon boosts metabolism and helps prevent the accumulation of fat in the body by supporting the conversion of sugar into energy. There are two types of cinnamon — ceylon and cassia. But which one is best? While both types come from the inner bark of the cinnamomum tree, cassia is typically darker and has a much more pungent flavor. Ceylon, on the other hand, is considered to be finer and more delicate because of its sweeter taste. Although the two are similar, they have some very distinct differences that could impact your health.

Cassia cinnamon is one of the largest sources of coumarin, which is known to be toxin and can affect the liver. It is also a potential carcinogenic. Ceylon cinnamon either does not contain coumarin or it contains such trace amounts that it is undetectable. So, the best choice is always ceylon cinnamon.

One of the World’s Healthiest Foods-Flaxseeds

This is One of the World's Healthiest Foods

If you speak to anyone trying to lose weight or looking to bulk up on essential vitamins and minerals, they’ll tell you that flaxseeds are the ultimate powerhouse of nutrition. They’re tiny nutty-flavoured seeds that not only taste good but have innumerable health benefits.

They’re extremely versatile and can be sneaked into almost everything you eat. Linseeds or flaxseeds usually come in two different colours, brown and yellow, but the nutritional profile of both is absolutely identical.

Flaxseeds are a source of three key nutrients:

1. Omega 3 Fatty Acids – Omega-3 are polyunsaturated fatty acids, considered as essential nutrients that our body can’t produce but needs to maintain good brain health and cognitive function.

2. Rich in Lignans – Lignans are naturally occurring forms of the female hormone estrogen and are found in certain foods.

3. Good source of Mucilage – Mucilage helps assures a healthy intestine and proper absorption of nutrients.

Benefits of Eating Flaxseeds:

1. Flaxseeds are good for the heart – Flaxseeds are rich in alpha linolenic acid which prevents inflammation and protects blood vessels from damage. Researchers showed that regular intake of these seeds lowers LDL (low density lipoprotein or bad cholesterol) and increase levels of HDL (high density lipoprotein or good cholesterol).

2. Flaxseeds are rich in antioxidants – Flaxseeds are significantly higher in antioxidants compared to fruits or vegetables. Adding flaxseeds to your diet boosts your overall and also helps in delaying ageing.

3. Flaxseeds prevent cancer – Studies show that eating flaxseeds reduces the risk of breast cancer, prostate and colon cancer.

4. Help with digestion and weight loss – Flaxseeds are high on fiber which is why they help in relieving constipation. They also leave you feeling full which stops you from overeating.

5. Flaxseeds are extremely good for glowing skin and healthy hair because of the high amount of omega 3 fatty acid present in them.

flaxseed benefits

Flaxseeds and Women’s Health

Listen up ladies! Flaxseeds with their wonder properties are a brilliant solution for all kinds of hormonal problems. Due to their high content of lignans, flaxseeds help reduce high levels of estrogen and also boost low estrogen levels. They can help reduce menopausal symptoms, such as flushing and night sweats. Flaxseeds can also help women with irregular periods and those with extreme symptoms of PMS – for example, headache, anxiety, mood swings etc. They also help in controlling heavy bleeding during menstruation, reduce the risk of breast cancer and improve uterine function.

How to Use Flaxseeds

Grind the flaxseeds, store them in air tight container and use them in any of the following ways:
a. Add grounded flaxseeds (1tsp) while kneading dough for chapattis, bread or biscuits.
b. Add half a teaspoon of flaxseeds in porridge, oats or muesli.
c. Sprinkle flaxseeds on salads, cooked vegetables or cooked dals.
d. Mix flaxseed in smoothies or curd.

Top Recipes:

Flaxseed Smoothie

Ingredients:

2 Tbsp flaxseeds
1 cup flavored soya milk
1 cup chilled and roughly chopped strawberries
1/2 cup chilled and roughly chopped bananas
2 tsp honey
Garnish: 2 strawberries and 2 bananas slices

Method:

1. Add strawberries, bananas, flax seeds and honey in soya milk, blend in a juicer till the mixture is smooth and frothy.
2. Pour equal quantities of the smoothie into 2 individual glasses.
3. Serve and garnished with a strawberry and banana slice.

Flaxseed Raita

Ingredients:

1 cup bottle gourd, thickly grated
1 cup low-fat curd, fresh beaten
1/2 cup mint leaves, finely chopped (pudina)
1/4 tsp roasted cumin seeds (jeera)
1/4 tsp black salt
1 1/2 tbsp roasted and coarsely ground flax seeds
Salt to taste

Method:

1. Combine the bottle guard with one cup of water. Cover and cook on a medium flame for 4 to 2. Combine all the ingredients, including the cooked bottle gourd in a deep bowl and mix well.
3. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour and serve chilled.

How to Improve Exam Result

These are few things that a student has to keep in mind to study effectively. Small changes in your study plan can have some extra-ordinary results on your report-card. Need today is for smart learning that comes in with panning. So plan well your goals and plan to achieve your goals.

Knowing your goal:

It is really important to know your goal well. Proper knowledge about what you want to achieve and your action plan towards your goal is must. You cannot plan your career path without deciding which field you want to be in and what are your future goals. So it is well advised that be clear in your mind about your gaols and accordingly formulate a plan to achieve your goals. Once you know what you have to achieve sit down with a pen and paper and formulate an effective study plan that includes time for studying as well as leisure activities. Remember ‘all work no play makes jack a dull boy’. It is very important to have time for recreational activities also as you need an overall personality to achieve big and also your health is equally important. There is no point studying whole year, if you cannot appear for your exam owing to health issues that you created yourself by ignoring your health. Human body has its own needs out of which socialization and fun plays an important part. Make sure that you include in time for fun and recreation too.

Before you plan your study schedule, make sure you have your syllabus with you and you have consulted your teacher, senior or any-one that could help you out with the importance and relevance of the topics from examination point of view. Do not hesitate in seeking help, most of the people in our country feel really proud in helping others. Once you have your syllabus and you have knowledge of areas that are consistently there in exams, time well your study hours for all the topics and also give time for self-testing.

Look out for different resources that may help you out to access the importance of topics as well as their weightage in your exam. Among the most valuable resources you have available to you when studying are previous tests. Looking over past tests can help you improve your exam results by helping you know what to study, how to best prepare for a test, and how to focus your in-class note taking to facilitate studying that material.

Things to do before exam:

Examination is not about studying a few days prior to attain some decent grades, if you really want to achieve something big in your life, you need to have clarity of each and every topic and for this you need to study all-round the year. It is better advised to study for your exam well in advance to avoid stressing during the examination time and also to have a better understanding of topics. The mindfulness class emphasizing physical and mental strategies can help a lot to maintain focus on the present moment, in the face of interrupting thoughts and perceptions.

The students can integrate mindfulness into their daily activities and with a little focus during class can retain a lot. Small self-study session during evening or night after you are finished with your class can help you a lot in better retaining of the topics. It is also a fact that reduced mind-wandering in every way can lead to improved performance in your exam as well as enhancing your memory capacity. Hence it is also very important for the students to stay focussed and concentrated during their class.

Once you got your study material and whole studying plan formulated, do the best you can to study the material effectively to give out best results. There are a lot of students who find studying with friends very helpful. Others do best studying on their own. Some people learn best by reading, some by writing, and some by speaking the material out loud. Discover which style works best for you. Make your notes properly and highlight the important points by either using coloured pens of highlighters so that during the revision time you have an idea that this is something worth noting. Make sure that you have studied well whole year and also practiced various mock-tests so that you are not new to the examination pattern. Do your preparation well.

One day prior to exam:

Examination time can be some of really stressful times that you have encountered. It is better to be prepared well in advance with your topics so that you are not under any fear or stress. Even if you are already a great test-taker you’re probably looking for that extra edge to create the best possible scores on your exams you do need to keep in mind few things that you need to do before taking important exam. Your activities a day before can affect your performance in your exam to a great extent.

A day before the exam, never try to bring in some new topics and just focus on reviewing the key Points. The day before your test is less than ideal to be first learning something and can be a very bad idea and may lead to a lot of confusion. If you are studying well all round the year then you would have already mastered the material, and it is just a matter of giving that material an extra polish a day before your exam. Stay normal and avoid stressing yourself, eat a well-balanced diet. Be sure to keep your body and your brain in peak condition by feeding it the nutrients it needs to perform at its best. Do not engage in anything that can lead to stress situation. It is a better idea to motivate yourself a day before by picturing in mind your goals and how important your success is for you.

Day before an important exam, a lot of students tense up, also becomes forgetful at times and take shallow breaths. To maintain your cool, be sure that you breathe deeply from the diaphragm. This will help your muscles feel better and will help to clear your head and allow you to think better. If you are in a healthy state of mind, then only you can give your best in your exam. So make sure you practice healthy eating habit, have proper exercise and do not stress out a day before the exam, to give out your best during the exam.

Things to do on the exam day:

Examination day is very important day, as this is the day that you have waited for the whole year. You have been studying whole year for this day and it’s your time to give out your best and your future is quite dependent on the performance you give in during your exam. This is the reason that most of the students at times get a bit stressed up and end up messing things. There is no reason for you to get stressed if you have worked hard. Remember, hard work never goes wasted.  It is better to avoid distraction of all kinds before you go to examination centre and remain focussed and motivated.

Get up at a comfortable time in the morning, early enough that you reach your centre 30 minutes in advance and make sure that you have prepared you stationary in advance a night before and keep your stationary as well as admit card together at a safe place. Do not get up too early in the morning, and as soon you get up, behave normal and practice deep breathing to control your nervousness, also try mild exercise to stretch your muscles so that you have a good writing speed. Take your breakfast properly and have a balanced diet so that you do not feel low on energy during your exam. Avoid oily and fried food items.

Behaviour during the exam:

Once you reach examination hall, ask the teacher to explain the directions if you don’t understand them. Budget your time well in advance according the marks and use your watch to track the time. Don’t spend too long on any single answer. Read the questions carefully and make sure you answer the question that is actually being asked and not waste time writing anything out of the required curricula. Answering a different question then the one asked does not help you score. Start with the easy questions first and gradually when you tend to gain confidence and fluency then you are ready to attempt the difficult part.

Mark the more difficult questions so you know to come back to them later. Come back to the more difficult questions only after you have answered the ones which are easy for you.  Do not get distracted by anything during your examination and no matter what is happening around, remain focused. Once you have attempted your paper make sure you go through your answer sheet to check out that you have attempted everything that has been asked and also everything that you have done is correct. Once you are sure of everything, handover your answer-sheet to teacher on duty.

Sleep Benefits

Sleep keeps your heart healthy

Heart attacks and strokes are more likely to occur during the early morning hours, which may be due to the way sleep interacts with the blood vessels. Lack of sleep has been associated with worsening of blood pressure and cholesterol, which are risk factors for heart disease and stroke. Your heart will be healthier if you get between 7 and 9 hours of sleep each night.

Sleep may prevent cancer

Did you know that people who work the late shift have a higher risk for developing breast and colon cancer? Researchers believe this link is caused by varying levels of melatonin in people who are exposed to light at night. Light exposure reduces melatonin levels, a hormone that regulates the sleep-wake cycle. Melatonin is thought to protect against cancer, as it appears to suppress the growth of tumors. Be sure that your bedroom is dark and you avoid using electronics before bed in order to help your body produce the melatonin it needs.

Sleep reduces stress.

When your body is sleep deficient, it goes into a state of stress. The body’s functions are put on high alert, which causes high blood pressure and the production of stress hormones. High blood pressure increases your risk for heart attack and stroke, and the stress hormones make it harder to fall sleep. Learn relaxation techniques to counteract the effects of stress and fall asleep faster.

Sleep reduces inflammation

The increase in stress hormones increases the level of inflammation in your body, which creates a greater risk for heart-related conditions, as well as cancer and diabetes. Inflammation is thought to cause the body to deteriorate as we age.

Sleep makes you more alert

Of course a good night’s sleep makes you feel energized and alert the next day. Being engaged and active not only feels great but increases your chances for another good night’s sleep. When you wake up feeling refreshed, use that energy to get out into the daylight, do active things and be engaged with your world. You’ll sleep better the next night and increase your daily energy level.

Sleep improves your memory

Researchers do not fully understand why we sleep and dream, but they have found that sleep plays an important role in a process called memory consolidation. During sleep your body may be resting, but your brain is busy processing your day, making connections between events, sensory input, feelings, and memories. Deep sleep is a very important time for your brain to make memories and links, and getting more quality sleep will help you remember and process things better.

Sleep may help you lose weight

Researchers have found that people who sleep less than 7 hours per night are more likely to be overweight or obese. It is thought that a lack of sleep impacts the balance of hormones in the body that affect appetite. The hormones ghrelin and leptin, which regulate appetite, have been found to be disrupted by lack of sleep. If you want to maintain or lose weight, don’t forget that getting adequate sleep on a regular basis is a huge part of the equation.

Napping makes you smarter

Nighttime isn’t the only time to catch z’s. Napping during the day is an effective, refreshing alternative to caffeine that is good for your overall health and can make you more productive. A study of 24,000 Greek adults showed that people who napped several times a week had a lower risk of dying from heart disease. People who nap at work show much lower levels of stress. Napping also improves memory, cognitive function, and mood.

Sleep may reduce your risk for depression

Sleep impacts many of the chemicals in your body, including serotonin. People with serotonin deficiencies are more likely to suffer from depression. You can help to prevent depression by making sure you are getting the right amount of sleep: between 7 and 9 hours each night.

Sleep helps the body repair itself

Sleep is a time that allows us to relax, but it’s also a time during which the body is hard at work repairing damage caused by stress, ultraviolet rays, and other harmful exposure. Your cells produce more protein while you are sleeping. These protein molecules form the building blocks for cells, allowing them to repair damage.