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Highlights There are two types of fibre; soluble and insoluble Flaxseeds are power-packed with large amounts of an insoluble fibre Guava helps to keep constipation at bay If you are looking to give your health a clean sweep, then add foods that are rich in fibre to your daily diet. Our hectic lives don't allow us to pay attention to our daily nutritional requirements. The meals we consume usually fulfil the requirement for only one or two food groups, which is not enough for the proper functioning of the body. Fibre is a dietary material that contains substances such as cellulose, lignin, and pectin, that are resistant to the action of digestive enzymes. Fibre happens to play important role in our body, and helps us to have better digestion. Fibre, found in plant-based foods, helps slow down the rise in our blood sugar level. There are two types of fibre; soluble and insoluble, and they both have a lot of benefits. Foods that are rich in soluble fibre get little stick

According to WHO, the global prevalence of diabetes among adults over 18 years of age has risen from 4.7% in 1980 to 8.5% in 2014. If the statistics aren't murky enough for you, the WHO also says that diabetes may emerge to be the seventh leading cause of death in 2030. Diabetes refer to a group of metabolic diseases that result in surged blood sugar (glucose levels). The problem is not just the raised blood sugar alone, if the diabetes is not managed well, it may result in obesity, kidney failure and stroke. While scientist across the world are working continuously to find a cure to the metabolic disease. There are enough number of ways through which you can monitor your blood sugar levels to a great extent. One of them is through your diet. If you are suffering from diabetes refined carbs are a strict no-no. Make sure your diet is loaded with complex carbs instead. Diabetics are also recommended to take low glycaemic index foods. The glycaemic index (GI) is a relative ranking

Highlights The power of yoga has cured innumerable problems related to health It's a natural and simple way of helping one overcome fears Yoga can work wonders in the case of mental health and well-being At some point of time in our lives, we have all felt low and depressed. We have often questioned who we really are and whether we are good enough or not. It is very natural to be happy at some point in time and sad at the next. However, the concern arises when these changes in your mood persist for a fairly long period of time and interfere with your daily life. An individual with depression  often finds himself spending long hours isolated from family, friends and others who matter. Disturbed sleep patterns, changes in eating habits and excessive mood swings are some of the characteristic symptoms of depression. While there is medical help available to enable one to tackle with depression, another means of bringing in positivity is yoga. According to a study done by

Highlights International Yoga Day is celebrated on 21 June every year Yoga preaches 'a healthy mind in a healthy body' Here what you can eat before and after your yoga session We celebrate International Yoga Day, commonly known as Yoga Day, on 21 June every year, since its inception in the year 2015. A combination of physical, mental and spiritual practice, yoga has been attributed mostly to India. The  asanas , or poses, that yoga includes aim at attaining overall body strength and keeping it healthy and sound. On the other hand, the mental techniques include breathing exercises ( pranayama ) and meditation ( dhyana ) to discipline the mind. Yoga preaches 'a healthy mind in a healthy body' and we couldn't agree more. This Yoga Day, let us look at what's the best way to keep fit through yoga along with the diet in order to lose weight. If you practice yoga regularly, you'd know that you need more body strength than anything in order to get your

Highlights Dragon fruit belongs to the cactus family Dragon fruits aren't just delicious but also have lot of health benefits Peeling a dragon fruit isn't a very daunting task The bright pink and scaly outer covering of the dragon fruit, or pitayah, is striking enough to propel this beautiful fruit to the top of the most-loved exotic fruits out there. The pulp of the fruit is either a deep reddish pink hue or is white in colour and is speckled with tiny black bead-like edible seeds, much like you would see in kiwi. Dragon fruits are not very common in Indian grocery marts and you may not find them at your local subzi or fruit wallah's cart. But, they have become more and more popular in the subcontinent, especially among the urban population. Dragon fruits aren't just delicious to eat but also come with a host of health benefits, and are incredibly versatile too. The aesthetic appearance of the dragon fruit makes it a common feature