Passion Fruit Leaves for High Blood Pressure 

 

Passion fruit leaves are rich in Potassium which helps to reduce blood pressure. Potassium is an important mineral that relaxes the tension of blood vessels and increases blood flow.

Passion Fruit Leaves Mallung

Ingredients

20 Passion fruit leaves

01 Table spoon of scraped coconut

07 Sliced red onions

02 Sliced green chilies

01 Table spoon of lemon juice

01 Teaspoon of maldivefish

Salt (as per your flavor)

Pinch of turmeric

Steps

01 - Firstly wash the passion fruit leaves and then soak them in salt water for 10 minutes. Then keep the leaves to be drained for about 15 minutes.

02 - Then add sliced green chilies, red onions, salt, turmeric, maldivefish and lemon juice into scraped coconut and mix them well.

03 - After that finely chop the drained passion fruit leaves.

04 - Finally add all (chopped passion fruit leaves and the mixture) in to a pan, mix all together and cook for 02 to 03 minutes and serve.

If you have high blood pressure, have this dish for twice a week and it will have a great impact in reducing your blood pressure.

Importance of Walking 

01 - It helps to increase heart and lung fitness while reducing risk of heart disease, Osteoporosis and some cancers.

02 - Walking helps you to burn calories to lose weight.

03 - Taking walks after meals helps to lower blood sugar.

04 - It helps to strengthen muscles and bones.

05 - Walking boosts your energy and immune system.

06 - Regular walks help to lower high blood pressure and high cholesterol.

07 - It improves memory and helps to lower stress.

08 - Walking makes you creative and helps you to have a better sleep.

Healthy Food for Better Lung Functioning 

01 - Apple – Apples are high in Vitamin C, E and Beta-carotene which helps in good lung functioning. It contains high antioxidants that protect lungs.

02 - Broccoli /Cauliflower – Cruciferous vegetables like Broccoli, Cauliflower and Cabbages are rich in carotenoids, folate and phytochemical that protect lungs from danger elements. 

03 - Ginger – Ginger is anti-flammatory and helps to unclog air passages, improve breathing and boost lung health.

04 - Garlic – Garlics are rich in anti-flammatory properties and reduce the risk of lung cancers.

05 - Water – Water keeps your lungs hydrated and airways clean.

06 - Turmeric – it contains curcumin that helps to relieve inflammation and chest tightness that’s associated with asthma.

07 - Oranges – Oranges are high in Vitamin C that protects your lungs from infection and inflammation.

08 - Carrot – Carrots are high in Vitamin A, Vitamin C and lycopene that keep lungs healthy and lower the risk of getting lung diseases.

Prevention Tips for Coronavirus

01 - Wash your hands often by using a hand wash and leave the hand wash in your hands at least for two minutes before wash away.

02 - Use a sanitize especially when you are traveling.

03 - Wear masks and gloves as much as possible and immediately discard after usage.

04 - When coughing and sneezing use a tissue to cover your mouth and nose. Then immediately throw in to a closed bin. 

05 - If you are not well, avoid traveling, stay at home and immediately consult a doctor.

06 - Stay away from animals especially the sick.

07 - Avoid touching nose, eyes and mouth. If so use a tissue.

08 - Avoid being in midst of crowded people.

09 - Always keep the objects clean which are being frequently touched.

Gotu Kola for Joint Pain

Gotu Kola is an ayurvedic medicine which is used to treat many illnesses. It is mainly rich with anti-inflammatory properties that immensely help to reduce joint pains.

Healthy Gotu Kola Salad

Ingredients

01 bunch of Gotu Kola

01 table spoon of scarped coconut

06 red onions

02 green chilies

01 table spoon of maldive fish

2-3 table spoons of lime juice

Pinch of salt

Steps

01 - Firstly break the stems of the Gotu Kola leaves and washed with salt water. Then keep the washed leaves to be drained for about 10 minutes.

02 - After that chops the onions, green chilies and adds maldive fish, lime juice, salt and scraped coconut to the same and mix them all well.

03 - Then finely chop the drained Gotu Kola leaves.

04 - Finally add all chopped Gotu Kola and other mixture in to a bowl and mix all together to serve.

Having this dish for thrice a week will have a great impact in reducing your joint pains.

Importance of Eating Dragon Fruit

01 - Dragon fruit is rich with fiber, essential vitamins and minerals such as Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Iron, and Magnesium etc.

02 - It helps to prevent heart diseases, cancer, diabetes and arthritis as it has antioxidants that prevent cell damage and inflammation.

03 - This is really helpful for pregnant mothers as it has B Vitamins and folate that prevent birth defects.

04 - Magnesium in Dragon Fruit helps to have strong healthy bones preventing Osteoporosis.

05 - Vitamin C in Dragon Fruit helps to boost your immune system and to keep your skin healthy.

06 - It helps to maintain blood sugar balance.

07 - Dragon Fruit has nutrients that keep your hair nourished and healthy.

Ash Plantains for Diarrhea

Plantains contain Soluble Fiber which helps diarrhea by absorbing water and adding bulk to stools.

Easy Recipe for Diarrhea 

Ingredients

01 cup of light coconut milk

02 Ash plantains

02 Garlic 

04 Red onions

Pinch of Salt and Turmeric

Steps

01 - First add light coconut milk in to a pan with pinch of salt and turmeric.

02 - Then peel off two ash plantains and cut them in to slices.

03 - Once the slices are done they should be immediately placed in the pan with light coconut milk mixed with turmeric and salt. This is to avoid the slices getting discolored by exposing to air.

04 - After that add chopped red onions and garlic in to the pan and cook over medium heat.

This will give a remarkable relief to your stomach after diarrhea.