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Immunity booster: Wellness expert suggests 5 healthy drinks you can consume to boost immunity

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  Immunity booster: Wellness expert suggests 5 healthy drinks you can consume to boost immunity First cyclone of 2021 'Tauktae' forming over Arabian Sea, likely to… Sameera Reddy shares tips that helped her tackle post-Covid weakness. Watch… Keeping our body hydrated is a non-negotiable pivotal for our overall health and wellbeing. Especially during summer, when the body is as it is devoid of fluids and liquids. The body requires a certain amount of water intake that is essential for all body organs to function normally. It carries nutrients to all the cells and maintains the oxygen level of the body. It also prevents constipation and keeps your blood sugar levels in check.  Along with water, you can consume beverages that help aid several benefits to your body which you can consume regularly. Here are some easy drinks that you can consume guilt-free as shared by Eshanka Wahi, Dubai and Delhi based Wellness Expert. Water  © Provided by Pinkvilla Water is the best choice f...
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Just a cup of nitrate-rich vegetables daily promotes heart health

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  Just a cup of nitrate-rich vegetables daily promotes heart health Share on Pinterest Leafy greens may help protect the heart, new research suggests. Jamesmcq24/Getty Images Some leafy greens and other vegetables, such as beet, are rich in nitrates. A study finds a link between consuming a cup of these vegetables every day, lower blood pressure, and a reduced risk of heart disease. The study analyzed the dietary habits and health of more than 50,000 people over a period of 23 years. The study finds that just a cup of raw vegetables of this kind a day is the right amount for the maximum health benefit. People who wish to look after their heart health are aware that regularly eating  vegetables  is key. A new study from Edith Cowan University (ECU) in Joondalup, WA, in Australia finds that leafy greens and other vegetables high in nitrates in particular confer significant cardiovascular benefits. Researchers found that daily consumption of a cup of vegetables rich in nitra...
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