A new research suggests that smoking leads to increase in the formation of bacteria in the mouth so much so that they fight against your immune system and make you vulnerable to oral diseases. This bacteria can form biofilms on surfaces of teeth, valves of the heart and respiratory tract. Dental plaque is the most prevalent biofilms which lead to gingivitis and other severe oral diseases.

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The potential damage to your hearing is not only caused by a loud burst of noises which are there for short time. Innocuous seeming sounds such as the constant humming of refrigerators, air conditioners or of a loud window can cause cumulative damage. Working in noisy place can also hamper your hearing sense. To avoid this make sure your ears are clear. Besides, use headphones carefully and not at maximum volume.

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Men should wash their face at least twice a day with face wash or products with natural ingredients to fight the pimples. This helps to remove the dust particles and energizes their skin. If shaving is done on a daily or a regular basis, a good quality electric shaver or razor should be used. Before shaving, apply warm soapy water on the skin to soften it. Moreover, experts say that men should keep themselves hydrated and should not touch the pimples.

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Bread was one of the very common items dieticians asked to avoid long before the CSE report came up. Centre for Science and Environment conducted tests indicating that pre-packaged bread in India may have chemicals causing cancer. Various reports have shown that more than 80% of the branded bread tested positive for two ingredients which are banned abroad but permitted in India. These studies included samples of pizza bases, packs of Britannia and Harvest Gold and fast food chains such as KFc and MacD.

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Dogs have an acute sense of smell and scientists have claimed that they may be able to sniff out malaria and save several lives through noninvasive and quick detection. It is a hope that such animals may be helpful in detecting odours which are associated with conditions that are too subtle to be identified by human smell. Previously, several kinds of research have suggested that dogs can be very accurate in detection of cancer in humans.

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The liver is one of the vital organs of the body which performs several important functions. If toxins are build-up in the liver, it makes it difficult to perform those functions. People often start experiencing abdominal pain or bloating, heartburn, difficulty in the digestion of fatty food etc which means that there is a need to cleanse the liver. Foods like Beets, Grapefruit, Leafy Green Vegetables, Apples, Carrots, Tomatoes, Garlic, Cabbage, Avocado, Brussel Sprouts etc. are rich sources of essential compounds that help in the elimination of toxins and cleansing the liver.

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Ashwagandha is a great medicinal herb. It is known as an adaptogen which helps to manage stress. It has effects on insulin sensitivity and secretion which helps to reduce the blood sugar. It improves the fertility in men. Several studies have shown that ashwagandha reduces body fat, increases muscle mass and strength. It reduces cholesterol and decreases the risk of heart disease. Ashwagandha supplements have been known to improve memory, brain functions and ability to perform certain tasks. Reference ​ ​ ​   ..

Biomass fuels refers to the wood and dung cakes which many women use for cooking. A recent study has found that women who still use these fuels over cleaner fuels such as LPG have higher chances of developing a cataract. This relation was not found in men probably because cooking is majorly done by women in India. Moreover, this correlation was only with nuclear cataract. Nuclear cataract is the most common cataract in which the central part of the eye lens is affected first.

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Indigestion occurs when the acid content is distributed and the stomach is unable to digest the food. It is caused due to excessive consumption of spicy or oily foods. During such times, most of us look for instant home remedies to get rid of the irritation immediately. Ajwain water is the most effective remedy for an instant cure. Chewing Amla, cloves or basil leaves has also known to help quite a lot. In addition to these, consuming buttermilk mixed with black pepper and turmeric with yogurt also eases down the problem. Chamomile tea and Ginger tea are also good home remedies.

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Cabbage is known as the king of cruciferous veggies and is even gaining a lot of importance is the beauty sector. The juice is prepared by grinding the green leaves of cabbage. It removes the harmful toxins and cleanses the system. It contains potassium which helps to control the blood pressure and increases blood formation. It is considered good for heart patients as well as anemic patients. Cabbage juice is also good for treating cancer patients by strengthening the immune system. It also relieves constipation and is good for eye health.

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