5 Amazing Health Benefits of Chickpeas

 While we must have enjoyed a bowl of savoury, delicious chickpeas occasionally; we might not be aware that these tiny, beige coloured, almost globular legumes are not so tiny when it comes to excelling in the nutrition index.

© Provided by News18 5 Amazing Health Benefits of Chickpeas

Chickpeas also known as garbanzo beans are super-rich in protein, vitamins, minerals, fiber which make it an indispensable addition to your nutrition profile.

A fantastic substitute for meat, a popular dish at almost every household- a cup of chickpeas (28 grams) are capable of furnishing one-third of an adult’s protein requirements.

Let’s take a look at some of its wonderful, nutrient-dense health benefits:

Regulates blood pressure

Reap the amazing blood pressure control mechanism benefits from chickpeas. High blood pressure can be managed with a daily, sufficient, intake of potassium, which is around 4700 mg. From 1 cup of chickpeas, you get 474 mg potassium.

Improves cardiac health

Another benefit of chickpeas is that you can ensure adequate nutrition supply to your heart by its intake. As it is loaded with selenium, magnesium, potassium, vitamin B, fiber, iron- you can safely indulge in the goodness of chickpeas while it automatically takes care of your heart risks, lowers LDL cholesterol.

Controls blood sugar

To keep diabetes at bay or even control its fluctuation, have chickpeas. 1 cup of chickpeas contain 12.5 grams of fiber- a quantity that is highly beneficial for diabetics. Due to its low glycemic index, and the presence of the starch amylose, body absorbs and digests chickpeas gradually. Thus, it prevents sudden insulin spikes in the blood.

Boosts bone health and haemoglobin levels

Being an excellent source of iron, calcium, vitamin C, A, E, folate, antioxidants, and other nutrients, chickpeas contribute heavily to one’s bone maintenance and enhance the body’s iron absorption capacity. Therefore, osteoporosis and anemia can be taken care of with the consumption of nutrient-dense chickpeas.

Improves digestion

Chickpeas have soluble dietary fiber called raffinose which helps the colon in the digestive process. It maintains that the digestive tract is healthy and experiences regularity by flushing out toxins. Reap its advantage to the fullest to get overall gut health.

Therefore chickpeas being loaded with all the essential nutrients that the body requires could easily secure an absolutely delicious top position in your diet plan.

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Budget 2021: What's in store for Indian Railways this time? (Infonation Zone)

 Finance Minister Nirmala Sitharaman will present the Union Budget 2021 for the third time in the Parliament on February 1. Like other sectors, railways also suffered huge financial losses as full-scale services have not been operationalised even 10 months after Covid-19 pandemic hit India.

© SAM PANTHAKY/AFP via Getty Images Tejas Express trainThough there's no separate budget for railways any more, the government may have some major announcements for the strategically important sector. The railways had played a crucial role in ferrying migrant workers from major cities to their native areas after the first lockdown in India in March 2020. However, the services remained shut for several months, before resuming services partially in May.

The railways are considered to be the crucial driver of India's economy. And, giving a boost to it amid the pandemic becomes even more crucial. There are expectations that the Centre may announce a few Tejas trains, a dedicated railway line to move agri goods and some infrastructural upgradation of railways. 

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The FM could announce the total allocation of around Rs 1.79 lakh crore for railways, of which Rs 75,000 crore will be gross budgetary support (GBS). The allocation will be about Rs 18,000 crore more than Rs 1.61 lakh crore announced last year.

The Centre may focus more on launching high-speed private trains this time. These trains could connect major tourist hubs, pilgrimage spots, and other strategically important areas. 

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The FM could also announce the Centre's plans on bullet train network expansion in the country. Last year, the FM had announced that the government would actively pursue the bullet train project between Mumbai and Ahmedabad. However, the Covid-19 pandemic derailed the plan and progress has been slower.

Experts say the Centre may also come up with special allocation for 'green railways' projects to give a boost to railways' plan to turn fully green by 2030. The Centre may also enhance the allocation for the railways' 'safety fund', which is aimed to prevent accidents and boost safety.

Meanwhile, the railway ministry has also demanded gross budgetary support (GBS) of about Rs 75,000 crore from the Ministry of Finance in the upcoming budget. The GBS sought by the railway ministry is about 7 per cent higher than GBS of Rs 70,250 crore allocated for the financial year 2020-21 in last year's budget by Sitharaman. It may be noted that the GBS was at Rs 69,967 crore in 2019-20 and Rs 55,088 crore in 2018-19.

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Cabbage soup diet: Follow this easy 5 step recipe of cabbage soup to get you going ( infomation Zone)

 Cabbage soup diet is for short-term weight loss and requires you to have as much cabbage soup as you can for 7 days. It is said to be effective in aiding weight loss by restricting your calorie intake. It is said to be low in multi nutrients, so one might have to take some multivitamins along with it. 

 

While following this diet, you are allowed to have some other foods along with the soup that are low in calories. Sugar and foods like baked potatoes, corn, bananas etc are to be avoided for the initial 3 days. Here is an easy recipe to make cabbage soup at home if you are thinking of trying this diet out.

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Step 1

Chop vegetables including carrots, green peppers, onions, tomatoes, mushrooms, cabbage and celery into cubes.

Step 2

Take some oil in a deep vessel and add the onions. Saute them on high heat till they turn golden. Then add the chopped carrots, tomatoes, mushrooms, green peppers, cabbage and finally celery.

Step 3

Add 6-7 cups of water in the vessel and let it come to a boil. Reduce the flame to medium and let the vegetables cook.

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Step 4

Cook till the vegetables become soft and tender, i.e till 30-45 minutes. For the vegetables, you can also add the ones that are low in starch like spinach or green beans.

Step 5

For seasoning, add some salt and black pepper powder. You can also add spices like chilli flakes or herbs like parsley to further enhance the flavour of the soup.

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Yoga for PCOD: 4 Yoga Asanas That Can Cure PCOD (infomation Zone)

 Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome is one of the most common hormonal endocrine disorders in women.

According to World Health Organization (WHO), PCOS has affected 116 million women (3.4%) worldwide in 2012. Those who suffer from the polycystic ovarian disease (PCOD) have multiple small cysts in their ovaries. When the regular menstrual cycle gets disrupted, these cysts occur. The ovary becomes enlarged producing excessive amounts of androgen and estrogenic hormones.

The most common characteristic of PCOS/PCOD is irregular menstrual periods. Symptoms of PCOS may include acne, weight gain, pelvic pain, anxiety or depression and infertility.

Himalayan Siddha, Grand Master Akshar shares his inputs on how yoga helps cure PCOD and he suggests poses.

YOGA THERAPY

Titliasana

© Provided by India.com Yoga for PCOD: 4 Yoga Asanas That Can Cure PCODTitliasana

Formation of the posture

Start in Dandasana, stretch your legs out.

Bring the soles of your feet together by folding the legs

Pull your heels as close to your pelvis as you can

Start gently flapping your knees up and down

Breathing Methodology

Exhale as you push your knees down. Inhale as you release from the posture

Baddha Konasana

© Provided by India.com Yoga for PCOD: 4 Yoga Asanas That Can Cure PCODBaddha Konasana

Formation of the posture

Start in Dandasana, stretch your legs out.

Bring the soles of your feet together by folding the legs

Pull your heels as close to your pelvis as you can

Gently push your knees down

Exhale and lean your upper body forward

Place your forehead on the floor

Breathing Methodology

Exhale as you push your knees down. Inhale as you release from the posture

Naukasana Boat Pose

© Provided by India.com Yoga for PCOD: 4 Yoga Asanas That Can Cure PCODNaukasana

Formation of the Posture:

Lie down on your back.

Bring your upper body about 45 off the floor.

Pivot your body weight on your hips and lift your legs 45 off the floor.

Align your toes with your eyes

Stretch your arms out by the sides

Engage your abdominal muscles.

Keep your back straight

Breathing Methodology

Inhale before raising the upper body and legs.

Hold the breath while holding the asana.

Exhale as you lie down

Prasarita Padottanasana

© Provided by India.com Yoga for PCOD: 4 Yoga Asanas That Can Cure PCODPrasarita Padottanasana

Formation of the posture

Spread your feet wide and toes pointing inward

Keep your knees straight

Stretch your arms and hold your toes with your fingers

Back should be kept straight as possible

Repeat for up to 3 sets holding for 30 seconds each

Breathing Methodology

Exhale as you squat down and inhale as you open your palms to the sky

Yoga is soothing and calming for the body and it also helps to alleviate stress. Yoga keeps stress away by reducing the level of stress hormones in the body. Yoga promotes calorie burn in the body by pumping up the metabolism and managing your weight. One of the major effects of PCOS is weight gain. Yoga improves your fertility and enhances blood supply to the brain aiding hormonal balance.

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Eating an apple a day can really keep the doctor away. And we’ve got the science to prove why (Infomation Zone)

 They say an apple a day keeps the doctor away. You have probably heard this expression before, which indicates that this humble fruit plays an important role in your diet and good health! From mothers everywhere to school teachers the world over, everyone preaches this statement like it’s the gospel of truth. But is it really true? Can eating an apple a day keep the doctor away? Let’s see what science has to say about this. 

       According to a study from the University of Reading in the United Kingdom—done along with the scientists at Fondazione Edmund Mach (FEM) Institute in Italy—the polyphenol and fibre in  (low-density lipoprotein, also known as bad cholesterol). LDL builds up in the arteries and can cause a heart attack or stroke. 

Not only this, according to the Nurses’ Health Study—which is an epidemiological study that has been going on since 1976 in the United States--those who consumed an apple daily protect themselves against lung cancer as well as cardiovascular diseases. 

Apple is very rich in antioxidant plant compounds including quercetin, catechin, and chlorogenic—all of which have a plethora of health benefits. And despite being high in carbs and sugar, the glycemic index of this fruit is low, which moderates the body’s blood sugar level. This means people with diabetes can also eat apples. 

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Apples also contain fibre, which promotes gut health by boosting the digestive system. It is rich in vitamin C as well, along with potassium and minerals.

Here are some other health benefits of apples

The various health benefits of apples make us believe that perhaps this fruit is the greatest gift nature could bestow on us. After all, research associates regular consumption of apples with a lower risk of several chronic diseases like heart attack, stroke, asthma, cencal, diabetes, and many more. 

Thanks to the flavonoids in apples, you can also be safe from the ill-effects of inflammation in the body. Add to that the glorious fact that apple is a weight loss-friendly fruit, which can keep you fuller for long.

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