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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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Long ago there used to be something known as the family time where people of the family would sit together, pray to god for food and eat together unlike today where some of our really cannot leave digital screens while eating. People used to consume healthy unprocessed food items like rice, chappatis and other grains which signify why they stayed longer and healthier. Besides, they used to sit on the floor and eat. According to science, bending at least thrice a day is good for health in the long run. Also, there has to be a fixed time of day for every meal.

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It might come as a surprise to a lot of us but it turns out that all those supermodels who were addicted to smoking were actually onto something. A research has found that self-administration of nicotine is able to suppress body weight gain irrespective of your diet. Results of the study reveal that if the nicotine dose was reduced from a high self-administered dose to a significantly low dose, it would lead to substantial weight gain.

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Exercise is not just for weight loss, it has powerful benefits for your brain and body. Weight lose ideally means losing the fat while gaining or maintaining the muscles. Which means, it is possible to lose fats without losing much weight. How exercise drives appetite and consumption is subjective from individual to individual. Some people might even start consuming more after exercising which prevents weight loss. People who have lost weight through exercising need to stick to their exercising schedule for a long time otherwise they might gain double.

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Marriage does not stop you from staying fit. You can adopt a healthy lifestyle even after tying the knot. For that, the first thing you must do is stop wearing clothes according to your size and weight for any occasion. Plan some outdoor activities with your partner like long walks and have a healthy sex life. Physical activeness is a must so keep yourself indulged in the household chores. Choose nutritional, low-calorie meals and always stock your kitchen with healthier foods.

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Essential minerals like potassium, calcium, sodium, and magnesium determine how our muscles contract. Deficiency of any of these minerals can lead gradually to painful muscle cramps. Hence, sudden muscle cramps which start at any time should be ignored. If the pain is consistent and severe, you just seek help from a health expert. Meanwhile eating foods that are rich in potassium and magnesium might help you recover slowly.

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Abdomen pain is a common sign of your body suffering from a deficiency of minerals. Lack of potassium or other vital minerals can lead to persistent abdominal pain. Ideally, you should eat more potassium rich foods and moderate your intake of sodium. Potatoes, nuts, seeds, pulses, milk and yoghurt, fish etc are rich in potassium. In case you are experiencing a severe pain, seek help from a healthcare professional.

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Adding cabbage in your regular diet twice a week can help you lose weight as half cup boiled cabbage can give you 20 calories. Cruciferous veggies like cabbage are rich sources of vitamin c, fibers, and manganese. Studies have shown that consuming cabbage helps to prevent the risk of cardiovascular diseases, diabetes and obesity. Moreover, it promotes healthy complexion, better immunity, vigour, and digestion.

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Food which is produced using natural substances while farming called organic. Organic foods do not contain artificial chemicals. Antibiotics, hormones or GMOs. Organic crops have higher nutritional value and organic dairy products have a higher content of Omega-3s. The level of toxins from the regular foods is generally below safety limits but organic foods can still help you reduce it. However, you must know that organic food which is processes can have lower nutritional value and high in fats, calories, and sugar. Organic junk food is still a junk food.

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In the 40s, women often wonder why they suddenly gain weight even if their lifestyle remains the same. This is because they experience hormonal changes every decade and their needs also change. Hormonal imbalances cause bloating, belly fat gain, water retention, nutritional deficiencies and much more. What one needs is ‘bioavailable’ calcium i.e. proper calcium intake which is digested and transported to properly to the right places. Milk is not bioavailable to the extent we think it is. Hence, increase the intake of calcium.

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