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Health tips on thyroid/hypothyroid/hyperthyroid

What is thyroid? The thyroid is a small butterfly shaped gland just below the bony prominence in front of our neck. This  gland produces thyroid hormones which is the main controller of our body metabolism. Problems that can occur in thyroid gland: It is basically of two types. Over active thyroid (Hyper thyroid) Under active thyroid (Hypothyroid) What is hyperthyroidism? The excess thyroid hormones results in rapid metabolism, this results in excessive energy utilization and this is known as hyper thyroidism. Symptoms of hyperthyroidism Anxiety , fast heart rate ,nervousness, increased perspiration, trembling in hands, muscle weakness, weight loss, moist warm skin, hair loss, decreased menstrual flow, increased frequency in bowel movements, goiter, eyes popping out from the sockets.

Diet for a healthy heart/heart healthy diet

Diet for a healthy heart To have a healthy heart, our blood cholesterol should be under control. How to control cholesterol levels?  Take an optimal balance of carbohydrates, vegetables, proteins, unsaturated fats and fruits. Reduce salt, sugar, fat in your diet. Clear understanding of healthy food and unhealthy food is the first step towards the healthy heart. Count your calories The main source of calories is from proteins, carbohydrates and fats. At least once consult with a dietician and know how much calories you need according to your age, height, weight and work. If you are above 40 years, you should definitely do this. For desk jobs 2000 calories is fine and for a lobour intense job you can take up to  3000 calories.

Lassi/How to make lassi

Lassi is a blend of dahi and sugar and it originates from Punjab. We can get authentic lassi in UP, Punjab,Haryana ,Delhi, and Rajasthan. Generally, lassi means sweet lassi. But there are different varieties like mango lassi,salt lassi ,masala lassi,papaya lassi ,and banana lassi . Roti dhal  subzi and lassi would be a complete meal in summer. Lear how to make lassi at home.

Samai paniyaram/How to prepare samai paniyaram

Ingredients Samai rice    2 cups Urad dhal     1/2 cup Sabudhana   2Tsp Fenugreek    1/2Tsp Green chillies-2 Salt Asafoetida  -1/2 Tsp Mustard   -1/2 Tsp Oil Curry leaves  -1Tsp Ginger   - 1Tsp

Drumstick leaves poriyal/Murungaikeerai poriyal

Generally we can see drumstick trees in many houses nin south india. All the parts of this tree has medicinal value.It has Iron,phosporous,protein,calcium,carbohydrates,and vitamin A,C. Drumstick soup is very nutritious and build immunity. Diabetes patients can take drumstick leaves as it helps to reduce the sugar level in the blood. It also helps in elimination of hair loss,grey hair and helps in good blood circulation. Ingredients Drumstick leaves     - 1 cup Salt Coconut                   - 3 Tsp Sugar                        -1/2 Tsp Onion chopped         -1/2 cup

Cheese toast/ How to prepare masala cheese toast

Ingredients Bread - 5 Onions chopped - 3 Tsp Mixed vegetables- 1/2 cup Green chillies-2Tsp chopped Chilli powder-1/2 Tsp Oil                 - 3 Tsp Potato   -1 Garam masala-1 Tsp Coriander chopped -2Tsp Salt Mozarilla cheese

peanut sundal/verkadalai sundal/healthy sundal

Ingredients Peanut  -1 cup Salt       - Required Coconut -2 spoons For seasoning Oil -  1 spoon Mustard  -1/2 spoon Bengal gram - 1/2 spoon Urad dhal-1/2 spoon Curry leaves - pinch Red chilly - 1 Method Soak peanut for an hour and drain. Heat a pan add oil and add all the ingredients that are given for seasoning one by one. Now add the drained peanuts salt and cook on a slow flame for a minute. Add coconut and the sundal is ready to serve.