Ayurveda is a spiritual philosophy - not a science
Science is defined as "a systematic enterprise that builds and organizes knowledge in the form of testable explanations and predictions about the universe." Ayurveda meets this definition in all aspects. Theoretically, it elaborates an intricately related system of unchanging universal laws of actions (Karma), properties (Guna), substance (Dravya) and balance (Samanya & Vishesha). Practically, it provides a framework to produce predictable, repeatable results for disease management when applied according to its system. Unfortunately, many practitioners today sensationalize the spiritual foundations from which Ayurveda draws its theories, resulting in a widespread belief that the system is not scientific. Additionally, when it is treated as a "Complementary" practice and made to conform to the structure of Allopathy, the ability to understand it on its own terms is lost. Ayurveda has no side effects
Everything in the world can have side effects, and Ayurveda is no exception. The side effects of Panchakarma (Purification & Detoxification) may be severe, sudden, and even life-threatening. But when practiced carefully and classically under proper guidance, these side effects can be avoided altogether or be managed appropriately with experience. Even with simple treatments of medicine and diet, mild side effects can occur if deeply embedded toxins are suddenly mobilized in the body, or if the potency of the medicine (Virya) contradicts with the patient's constitution (Prakriti). Coffee – a cupful of protection from Diabetes
Regular coffee drinkers are less likely to develop diabetes,suggest a study from University of Minnesota.The researchers who compared dataof more than 28000 post-menopausal women, noticed that those who consumed 2 to3 cups of coffee per day, through most of their lives, were 22 percent at lower risk to develop thedisease than women who abstained from coffee drinking.The experts explain thatcertain minerals and compounds present in coffee beans may help enhance thesensitivity of insulin receptors and help the body process blood sugar in a more efficient manner, lowering risk ofdiabetes by 22 percent, when consuming 2 to 3 cups everyday.Researchersconclude that coffee does prevent the onset of Diabetes, particularly in caseof Diabetes Type 2, acting as protective shield. Certain compounds present incoffee help in metabolizing sugar.

However, decaffeinated coffee is what oneshould take. Moreover coffee should be taken only in moderation. Anything inexcess could prove counter-productive. For instance, excess coffee intake couldlead to headaches, poor concentration, nervousness, and irritability. Taking in, helps one to have the advantage of preventingDiabetes. Study conducted by Smith and colleagues, University ofCalifornia, San Diego, in her article titled ‘Coffee may protect againstdiabetes’ proves that past and current coffee drinkers are 60 percent lessprone towards developing Diabetes. This reduction was also noticed amongparticipants with impaired glucose tolerance levels. Scientists in Vrije University, Amsterdam, reveal thatcomponents in coffee help body metabolize sugar, and hence reduce risk ofDiabetes.However, although recent research trends claim that coffee helpsprevent onset of Diabets, there are few who claim otherwise. But efforts are onto highlight the benefits of caffeine, particularly so, in case of Diabetics. Health Benefits of Water Melon
The health benefits of water melon include kidney disorders,high blood pressure, diabetes, heart care, heat stroke, macular degeneration,impotence, etc. What’s so much the fuss about this Water Melon? Isn’t itnothing more than a ball full of water? Okay! I know there cannot be a morerefreshing thing than a big, chilled wedge of water melon in tropical summersand it sports a stylish scientific name of Citrullus Lanatus. But then thereare others too. So, what’s special about it? I am afraid, there are lots ofthem.
How about having arefreshing glimpse of them? Given below are some health benefits of watermelon: Kidney Disorders:Water Melon contains a lot of potassium, which is very helpful in cleaning orwashing off the toxic depositions in the kidneys. Moreover, it is helpful inreducing concentration of uric acid in the blood, thereby reducing the chancesof kidney damages and formation of renal calculi in it. Added to these, beinghigh in water content, it induces frequent urinating, which is again helpfulfor cleaning of kidneys. Also, the anti oxidants present in ensure good healthof kidneys for a long.
High Blood Pressure:A good amount of Potassium and magnesium, present in water melons, are verygood in bringing down the blood pressure. The carotenoids present in themprevent hardening of walls of arteries and veins, thereby helping reduce bloodpressure.
Prevent Heat Stroke:Water melon is effective in reducing your body temperature and blood pressure.Many people in the tropical regions eat the fruit daily in the afternoon duringsummers to protect themselves from heat stroke. In India, you will find thefruit being sold by vendors in almost every street during summers.
Diabetes:Diabetes patients, who are supposed to have low energy and low sugar diet,often complaint about starving since they don’t get to eat their staple diet totheir full, giving them a feeling of keeping half fed. Water Melons can be agood supplement for them. In spite of being sweet in taste, a thick wedge willgive you very few calories, since ninety nine percent of its total weight iscomposed of water and roughage. Moreover, the various vitamins and mineralssuch as potassium and magnesium help in proper functioning of insulin in thebody, thus lowering the blood sugar level. Arginine, another component found inwater melons, is very effective in enhancing impact of insulin on sugar.Diabetes patients can also have curries, steaks, salads made from water melonrinds which are even lower in sugar.