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They need not come in person. Do not address and send
the envelope to Archbishop’s House
2. Hunger strike and Rally – Delhi
There is a rally and a dharna in Delhi
on 1st august 2012. From our diocese 10
commission members participate on behalf
of the Archdiocesan Commission. Some
volunteers from our parishes also participate
in the dharna.
Fr. Leo Vijaya Pushpa Raj, Secretary, SC/ST Commission
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DOCTOR’S MESSAGE – BRAIN DAMAGING HABITS
DOCTOR’S MESSAGE – 5 BEST NATURAL
ANTIOXIDANTS
What are Natural Antioxidants?
Natural Antioxidants are in simple terms the
body’s de-toxifiers. They are chemically, ‘free
radicals’ that do not give away electrons because
they are stable in their own way. In fact, they convert
the toxins of the body into harmless waste products
that are naturally excreted from the body. The antioxidant rich foods
are natural cleansers of the body, acting also as anti-aging agents
and protection against cancer. They absorb bad cholesterol
substantially reducing the risks of heart diseases.
So after knowing all these benefits of antioxidants, sit back and
think; does your diet have enough antioxidant rich food for natural
detoxification or your body? If it doesn’t then we can help you plan
your new detox diet with ingredients that are already available in
your kitchen. Here is a list of 5 best antioxidants for you.
5 Best Natural Antioxidants:
1. Red Kidney Beans or Rajma:
Dried red kidney beans, locally referred to as Rajma are a great
source of proteins and also antioxidants. Their function is mainly
disease fighting. On this earth plagued by pollution and
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contamination it is all the more important to incorporate these beans
in your diet. Almost all types of beans; red, black, pinto, have
antioxidant properties but red kidney beans are the best antioxidant
of the lot.
2. Cloves or Loung:
This is a spice widely used in Indian cuisine for its flavor. In
India, cloves are a component of the ‘garam masala’ which is a familiar
spice in our kitchens. Cloves are natural antioxidants that are very
effective for lipid oxidation. Cloves need to be used specifically to
spice meat dishes as meat contains fats and bad cholesterol that clogs
arteries.
3. Bell Peppers:
We are specifically talking about the red and yellow bell peppers
here for their immense role as deterrents of the killer disease caner.
Colored bell peppers are the best antioxidants for fighting malignancy.
As a matter of fact, many Herbal healing therapies put cancer patients
of a diet of bell peppers for cure.
4. Anti-aging Vitamins:
When myth-makers talks about the ‘fountain of youth’ they
probably meant antioxidants. Vitamin C, found in citrus and Vitamin
E, found in dry fruits like almonds, prunes etc. are excellent for the
cell renewal process of the skin to keep it youthful. Smoke, pollution
and exposure to the sun eat away these anti-oxidizing vitamins from
your skin and you need to keep the supply on if you are to avoid
wrinkles, dark spots and flaky skin.
5. Tea:
Surprising but true, our favorite energy beverage tea is a great
natural antioxidant. Drinking teas conclusively lessens the threat of
heart attacks and cancer. However, this has to be either black tea or
green tea as adding milk may reduce the body’s capacity of absorb
the antioxidants brewed in the liquor tea. So switch to black tea to
reduce your calorie intake or green tea for the advantage of extra
Vitamin.
Dr.J.Irudayaraj
Medical Consultant, Archdiocese of Pondicherry & Cuddalore
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