ANEMIA (रक्ताल्पता या खून की कमी)

हमारे खून में दो तरह की कोशिका होती हैं -लाल व सफ़ेद | लाल रक्त कोशिका की कमी से शरीर में खून की कमी हो जाती है जिसे रक्ताल्पता या अनीमिया कहा जाता है | लाल रक्त कोशिका के लिए लौहतत्व (iron) आवश्यक है अतः हमारे हीमोग्लोबिन में लौह तत्व की कमी के कारण भी रक्ताल्पता होती है | 

रक्ताल्पता या खून की कमी होने से शरीर में कमज़ोरी उत्पन्न होना,काम में मन नहीं लगना,भूख न लगना,चेहरे की चमक ख़त्म होना,शरीर थका-थका लगना आदि इस रोग के मुख्य लक्षण हैं | स्त्रियों में खून की कमी के कारण 'मासिक धर्म' समय से नहीं होता है | खून की कमी बच्चों में हो जाने से बच्चे शारीरिक रूप से कमज़ोर हो जाते हैं जिसके कारण उनका विकास नहीं हो पाता तथा दिमाग कमज़ोर होने के कारण याद्दाश्त पर भी असर पढता है | इस वजह से बच्चे पढाई में पिछड़ने लगते हैं | 
आइये जानते हैं रक्ताल्पता के कुछ उपचार -

१- खून की कमी को दूर करने के लिए,अनार के रस में थोड़ी सी काली मिर्च और सेंधा नमक मिलाकर पीने से लाभ होता है | 
 

२- मेथी,पालक और बथुआ आदि का प्रतिदिन सेवन करने से खून की कमी दूर हो जाती है | मेथी की सब्ज़ी खाने से भी बहुत लाभ होता है क्यूंकि मेथी में आयरन प्रचुर मात्रा में होता है |
 

३- गिलोय का रस सेवन करने से खून की कमी दूर हो जाती है | आप यह अपने निकटवर्ती पतंजलि चिकित्सालय से प्राप्त कर सकते हैं | 
 

४- रक्ताल्पता से पीड़ित रोगियों को २०० मिली गाजर के रस में १०० मिली पालक का रस मिलाकर पीने से बहुत लाभ होता है
 

५- प्रतिदिन लगभग २००-२५० ग्राम पपीते के सेवन से खून की कमी दूर होती है | यह प्रयोग लगभग बीस दिन तक लगातार करना चाहिए | 
 

६- दो टमाटर काट कर उस पर काली मिर्च और सेंधा नमक डालकर सेवन करना रक्ताल्पता में बहुत लाभकारी होता है | 
 

७- उबले हुए काले चनों के प्रतिदिन सेवन से भी बहुत लाभ होता है | 
 

८- गुड़ में भी लौह तत्व प्रचुर मात्रा में होता है अतः भोजन के बाद एक डली गुड़ अवश्य खाएं लाभ होगा |

Food combinations bad for digestion

Five faulty food combinations - 

* Animal protein and carbohydrates: Different enzymes are required to breakdown these very different foods. When eaten together, the foods do not get properly digested. That leads to indigestion, fermentation and putrefaction in the digestive tract.

* Fruit with carbohydrates: Fruit digests much more quickly than any other food. Many people think that adding fruit to porridge is a healthy breakfast option. However, it will only hinder the digestive process. It's better to always eat fruit on an empty stomach and ideally early in the morning.

* Dairy with fruit: Smoothies are a breakfast favourite for many people. The problem is that yogurt is an animal protein and when mixed with fruit, it can cause inadequate digestion which leads to acidity, and fermentation in the GI tract.

* Avoid drinking with meals: It's best to avoid drinking large amounts of any fluid with meals, otherwise the digestive enzymes will become diluted and hinder the digestive process. It's best to stop drinking 30 minutes before food intake and wait two hours after eating before drinking water, to ensure adequate digestion.

* Melon after dinner for a healthy dessert: Melon is the one fruit that must be eaten alone, or left alone, as it takes slightly longer than other fruits to digest.


Five useful food combinations - 

* Carbohydrates and vegetables such as brown rice and vegetables.

* Animal protein and non-starchy vegetables make for easy digestion, which will enhance one's ability to breakdown the nutrients and eliminate efficiently. Prawns on a bed of green leaves with cucumber and fennel or grilled fish with lightly steamed green beans.

* Bowl of seasonal fruit salad first thing in the morning. This is a gentle way to wake up the system.

* Avocados combine well with either vegetables or fruits. This semi tropical fruit also works well in green smoothies and makes a great dairy replacement.

* Aim to ingest denser proteins, especially animal-based ones earlier in the day to ensure adequate digestion.  

Health benefits of eating Tomatoes

1- Helps to keep blood vessels healthy

2- Rich in lycopene to promote prostate health
3- Full of vitamin C to keep immune system strong
4- A good source of beta-carotene for healthy vision

5- Studies have shown tomatoes help prevent breast cancer.
6- Contains compounds to help lower cholesterol

7- Rich in potassium for heart health
8- Full of vitamin E to keep skin healthy and beautiful
9- The skin is full of carotenoids tomatoes to promote wellness
10- Rich in energizing B vitamins to help you stay active

Coconut Water:Nutrition Facts & Health Benefits

1. Reduce high blood pressure - Coconut water is high in potassium and some studies have reported that low levels of potassium has been linked to high blood pressure. Therefore, drinking coconut water regularly can help in regulating blood pressure. Similar recent studies also have found that coconut water can help raise HDL (good) cholesterol, which makes it an excellent natural treatment for maintaining good cardiovascular health.


2. Strengthen the Immune System - The lauric acid in Coconut water has antibacterial, antifungal, antimicrobial, and antiprotozoal properties, which help strengthen the body’s immune system against a variety of viruses and illness.

3. Keep Body Hydrated - Since coconut water is pack with all five of the same electrolytes that the body has, including potassium, magnesium, chloride, calcium and sodium. Altogether, play an important role in keeping the body hydrated during physical activities. Even the United Nations Food and Agriculture Organization (FAO) have fought for a patent in 2000 to promote coconut water as the next big sports drink.

4. Helps Lose Weight - Coconut water is low in calories and 99% fat-free. A serving of coconut water has just 46 calories. So regular intake of coconut water can help shed unwanted pounds by increasing the metabolic rate.


5. Aids in Digestion and Metabolism - Coconut water contains various bioactive enzymes such as acid phosphatase, catalase, dehydrogenase, diastase, peroxidase and RNA polymerases, which help to overcome the problem of digestion and metabolism. Drinking of coconut water on a regular basis has been shown effective in dealing abdomen discomfort.

6. Improve Blood Circulation - Coconut water is also good source of fiber, vitamin C and protein which can help in improving blood circulation and heart rate.

7. Good for Pregnant Women - Coconut water is an efficient natural remedy for pregnant women who suffer from acidity, constipation and heartburn problems. It is also helps boost the levels of amniotic fluid, which plays a vital role in the overall wellness of the baby. With such great benefits, it is no wonder that coconut water is recommended for pregnant women.

8. Treats Urinary Infections - Coconut water is a natural diuretic which helps prevent urinary tract infections (UTI) as well as relieve the kidney stones problem.

9. Promotes Skin Health - Coconut water acts as a light moisturizer which also decreases excessive oil on the skin. This proves to be beneficial for smoothing the skin as well. It can be used directly to a bath or mix with liquid shower gel. This natural water is also best for treating acne and blackheads as well.

10. Increase Energy Levels - The lauric acid in coconut water stimulates the production of thyroid hormones, thereby increasing your metabolic rate, which in turn increase your energy level.