A Taste of India…….Ayurveda

Written by Juliet Seeley


For nearly 100 years, Dabur has specialised in developing and producing herbal Ayurvedic formulations. Today Dabur's Ayurvedic Specialities Range of Products has over 260 medicines for treating a range of ailments and body conditions - fromrepparttar common cold to chronic paralysis. Below you will find details of some ofrepparttar 115571 most popular products. These products are now available inrepparttar 115572 UK, and, indeed, from us at Herbs, Gardens & Health.

Ashwagandha 60 caps-£7.50: Root extracts of Ashwagandha / Withania somnifera (Indian Ginseng) have been used for centuries as a part of Ayurvedic formulations to relieve stress and other mental disorders. Ashwagandha prevents general debility, fatigue and premature ageing. It also improvesrepparttar 115573 brain's memory functions like attention and concentration. It is a safe and natural solution that fortifiesrepparttar 115574 body and mind against weakness, while promoting strength and stamina.

Boswellia,repparttar 115575 gum-resin ofrepparttar 115576 Indian Olibanum tree, helps maintain smooth joint functions. It influencesrepparttar 115577 production of pro-inflammatory agents and aidsrepparttar 115578 smooth mobility of joints. Boswellin (Boswellia Serrata) is an ayurvedic herb that has been traditionally used as an anti-inflammatory against most types of arthritis; ulcerative colitis; coughs; sores; snakebite; hair growth and asthma. It is also a vascular-supporting herb. The boswellic acid, which is as powerful as Ibuprofen,works to relieve headaches by opening uprepparttar 115579 blood vessels that are constricting and causingrepparttar 115580 pain as a result of muscle tension.. Also known as Indian frankincense, Boswellia helps support many functions ofrepparttar 115581 body.

Gotu Kola (extract of Centella asiatica) helps rejuvenaterepparttar 115582 nervous system. Gotu Kola is traditionally used as natural nourishment forrepparttar 115583 brain (Medhya). It optimises mental faculties like acquisition, learning and memory. Gotu Kola stimulatesrepparttar 115584 central nervous system, so it is often recommended after a nervous breakdown. Gotu kola has a wide range of indications. It is useful for cardiovascular, circulatory, connective tissue and sleep disorders, fatigue, kidney stones and poor appetite. Gotu kola eliminates excess fluids, supports liver and heart function, aids mental functioning, helps relieve stress and improves reflexes. Gotu Kola contains catechol, epicatechol, magnesium, theobromine, vitamins A, G & K.

Fitness Strategies and Benefits

Written by Renee Kennedy


Fitness Strategies and Benefits by Renee Kennedy

Stretching: Concentrates on improving flexibility. Stretching requires no fitness equipment. Types of stretching include Yoga and Pilates. Whether you decide to stretch before, after or during your exercise routine, there is no doubt that stretching should be included every time you exercise. It keeps your body agile while engaging in any type of resistance or cardio training routine.

Benefits of stretching: 1. improves flexibility 2. increases range of motion 3. promotes relaxation 4. improves performance and posture 5. reduces stress on your body and reduces risk of injury for any resistance training routines or athletic performance

Strength Training, Weight Training or Resistance Training: Concentrates on improving muscles. Strength training or weight training may require you to lift free weights or use equipment that makes you lift weight. It may also be called resistance training because you are putting resistance on your muscles to improve them. In resistance training you may use tools like rings and tubes rather than weights. Some exercises also allow you to use your own body as resistance. For instance, abdominal crunches can be part of a strength or resistance training routine. Strength training should be included in an exercise routine.

The benefits of resistance and strength training: 1. helps you lose weight in two ways: improves your muscle mass and increases your energy expenditure, both make you to burn more calories. 2. helps you tone and look better even if you are not overweight. 3. gives you more strength and endurance 4 increases bone density 5. has cardiovascular benefits 6. may help reduce risks of injury in athletes

Cardiovascular or Aerobic Training: Aimed at improving your heart muscle and cardiovascular system. Cardiovascular training or aerobic training may be accomplished in several ways and you don't need to spend any money. Walking, jogging, skipping rope, boxing, dancing, riding a bike - any of these qualify as aerobic exercise. Cardiovascular training should be an essential element of your fitness routine.

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