YOGA

  Anulom Vilom Pranayama is a popular breathing exercise associated with traditional yoga which is used to calm the mind and body. ‘Anulom’ translates as ‘with the grain’ or ‘natural’ whilst ‘vilom’ means ‘against the grain’. We can do this exercise through deep breath inhalation and exhalation while alternating between the right and left nostril with the help of our fingers. This Pranayama is very simple to perform and has a large number of benefits: Stress reduction We can reduce stress by performing this exercise and in turn improve the overall performance of the body. This also helps us keep ailments like depression and anxiety at bay. Even the way our brain functions improves, which helps to: prevent neurological disorders reduce headaches/migraines manage anger improve  quality of sleep Maintains blood pressure Blood circulation is critical for maintaining body parts and a stable mind. Pranayama maintains the blood pressure and purifies the veins and nerves in the entire...

                                                    We're talking about farting on command, an impressive feat that rivals that of raising one eyebrow and licking your elbow. To the blind eye, farting appears to be a matter of chance. But as you're about to discover, making yourself fart is simpler than you might think. These five tried and true methods will put the odds of flatulence in your favor. Make Yourself Fart with the Right Fuel Just like marathoners need a big breakfast on race day, you need the right fuel in your digestive system to make yourself fart. In case you haven't read this post about why your farts smell so bad, here are some foods that are like rocket fuel for flatulence:  Leafy greens (especially brussels sprouts) Beans Dairy products (especially ice cream) Beer and wine High-fiber foods Carbonated drinks (may al...

  Apple Pie Breakfast Bowl Ingredients 1 small frozen banana 1/2 cup (122g) non-fat vanilla Greek yogurt 2/3 cup (170g) apple sauce, unsweetened 1/4 cup (22g) rolled oats 1 teaspoon cinnamon 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 1/2 cup (120ml) unsweetened almond milk A handful of fresh spinach or kale (optional) Directions Place all ingredients in a high-speed blender. Blend until smooth. Serve with favorite toppings! Nutrition Information Serves: 1  |  Serving Size: 1 smoothie bowl Per serving:  Calories: 290; Total Fat: 3g; Saturated Fat: 0g; Monounsaturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 3mg; Sodium: 110mg; Carbohydrate: 65g; Dietary Fiber: 6g; Sugar: 20g; Protein: 15g Nutrition Bonus:  Potassium: 226mg; Iron: 11%; Vitamin A: 5%; Vit amin C: 52%; Calcium: 29%

                                 Imagine this: You’re sitting at your desk between meetings, and you realize you’ve only got 10 minutes for lunch. You didn’t prep anything ahead of time and 10 minutes isn’t long enough to whip up something healthy or even run out to grab a salad. If you’re trying to stay on track with your Weight loss goal this can be a stressful situation. Enter: the meal replacement shake. A quick, convenient solution, these pre-made drinks are usually easy to find in grocery stores — or you can order a whole case online to keep on hand for situations just like this. But is it actually a good idea to rely on meal replacement shakes regularly, instead of real food? Here, nutrition pros tell us what they really think. There are several different types of meal replacement shakes. First, there’s the type that is marketed for weight loss. But there are also newer shakes that aren...

                                       The technique uses a variety of massages and exercises to target your face. Research has found FACE YOGA may effectively improve the structural appearance of your face by strengthening the muscles of cheeks and face practitioners report a younger appearance. Anti-aging Facial Yoga For Cheeks: The Smile Smoother Good for:  Cheek lines and sagging skin. Alternative to:   Lower facelift and fillers. Step 1 Make an ‘O’ shape with the mouth, hiding your teeth with your lips. Step 2 Smile widely while keeping the teeth hidden and repeat six times. Step 3 Next, hold the smile shape while placing one index finger on the chin. Then start to move the jaw up and down as the head tilts gently back. Relax and repeat twice more. Anti-aging Facial Yoga For Forehead:  Smooth The Brow Good For:  Horizontal forehead lines. Alternative To :  Bo...