Review ArticlePharmacognosy & Ethnopharmacology Division, CSIR-National Botanical Research Institute, Rana Pratap Marg, Lucknow 226001, IndiaReceived 31 January 2013; Revised 29 May 2013; Accepted 3 June 2013Academic Editor: Tanawan KummalueAbstractFood is the major source for serving the nutritional needs, but with growing modernization some traditional ways are being given up. Affluence of working population with changing lifestyles and reducing affordability of sick care, in terms of time

I thought, I was dragging my feet.I thought, I was afraid of making a mistake.The majority of my blogs just aren't me anymore.I'm not doing low carb; I'm doing lower carb.I'm not doing Weight Watchers; I'm just using a common-sense style of eating right now.I'm not keeping us on a food budget; I'm cooking gluten free, but using a practical approach in the kitchen.I'm also not as sensitive to gluten as I used to be; although, I'm still more sensitive than the average celiac.I AM still writing

The anterior cruciate ligament (ACL) is a vital stabilizing ligament that’s located in the center of the knee. It’s a rope-like structure that runs from the femur to the tibia.Direct trauma and strenuous sports activities can cause a tear in the ligament. This leads to instability and long-term knee pain, which can only be treated with ACL reconstruction surgery.Each year, around a million ACL injuries are reported in Canada and the United States. The injury, following surgery, and the recovery

Different forms of contemplative practices have been one of the key elements in Daoist tradition. This essay will appear in four parts dealing with:1. History and definition of contemplation in Daoist texts2. Contemplative practices and concept of body-mind3. Contemplation and dietary practices4. Contemplation and art of medicineIn these short essays I define contemplative practices, look historical relevance and how has it affected the development Chinese medicine and what does it has to do

TV fans know that fall isn't just about the return of colorful leaves and pumpkin spice goodies. It's also the time of year when all the very best TV shows come back, like This Is Us, The Good Place, and A Million Little Things.To ensure that you don't accidentally miss the first episode of your favorite show, take note of the below list of fall premiere dates. While throwing the dates on your calendar, make sure to also try out some of the new programs coming out, like The Morning Show and

Read about the latest research published in Psychological Science:Paying Back People Who Harmed Us but Not People Who Helped Us: Direct Negative Reciprocity Precedes Direct Positive Reciprocity in Early DevelopmentNadia Chernyak, Kristin L. Leimgruber, Yarrow C. Dunham, Jingshi Hu, and Peter R. BlakeTo investigate how children reward and punish people who benefit or harm them, Chernyak and colleagues asked children between 4 and 8 years of age to play a computer game. In the game, children

Need to get your urinary tract back on track? This tea blend is helpful for addressing the symptoms and the root cause (primarily, bacterial infection) of urinary tract infections (UTIs). The herbs in this formula soothe inflamed urinary mucosal membranes through their demulcent, astringent, and anti-inflammatory actions. They are also antimicrobial as well as diuretic—they help flush out bacteria by promoting urination.It’s important that the tea be drunk at room temperature, which augments

52 Healthy Habits for a New YouIt’s a new year, y’all! Are you ready to create a new you inside and out with healthy habits? Maybe that thought is a little overwhelming and you’re not sure where to begin? Then I’ve got you covered with a list of 52 healthy habits – one for every week of the year!Bookmark this post and use it to jumpstart your wellness all year-round. No need to complicate things; just commit to one new healthy habit per week. By the end of the year, you’ll have bettered your

Head into 2019 with some wise and witty advice.2018 was quite the year. As we begin to look to the present, let's turn to some inspiring words to give us renewed energy, cheer and peace of mind. Luckily, plenty of men and women have come up with strong and, better yet, pithy words of wisdom to help us through 2019.From world-renowned physicist Albert Einstein, to Israeli-American economist Dan Ariely, to American poet Robert Frost, to American businesswoman Mary Kay Ash, plenty of people feel

Fall is the season of transition. Your finely tuned senses are usually the first to alert you that change is in the air. Nature is tuning in as well and in response knows it’s time to begin preparing for winter, and so must you.Fall is a time to truly nourish yourself and practice self-care by slowing down, reflecting, and renewing energy. It’s also a time of simplicity and choosing ease over discomfort. Ayurveda offers some valuable self-care tips to help you stay healthy and balanced during

Lactation energy bites are a quick and delicious way to get calories and galactagogues in the body of a breastfeeding mom. Galactagogues are substances that increase milk supply and there are three of them in this lactation energy bites recipe!Why Eat Lactation Energy BitesLactation energy bites may help women to increase or maintain their milk supply, but will also keep their energy levels high. The caloric demands of a breastfeeding mother combined with sleep deprivation requires lots of