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Food that help you to lose weight!

So you are just out of pregnancy and want to shed all that extra weight you have put in but really can’t exercise now. Well here is the good news, there are certain natural foods known for their fat-burning properties, that will boost your metabolism and burn some fat in the process. The fact here is simple, these fat-burning foods require more calories to digest than they contain. They also help in detoxifying the body. Please keep in mind that you shouldn’t make these foods your only diet, rather they should be incorporated in your daily diet.

Celery
Celery is an excellent source of vitamin C and fiber. It contains negative calories i.e. you burn calories to digest them and this property of celery is very beneficial for those who want to lose weight.

Oatmeal
Making oatmeal a regular part of your diet is beneficial because they are loaded with soluble fiber that results in a slower energy release in the body. Because of this process, the metabolism in the body runs at a steady pace which is perfect for losing fat.

Berries
Berries in the form of strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, etc. are a good source of natural dietary fiber that is known to lower down the rate of carbohydrate absorption in the body. They prevent the insulin levels in the body to rise, which are known to cause storage of fat in the body.

Beans
Beans contain a lot of fiber that help reduce the absorption of fat in the body. Also, beans contain high amounts of protein that is beneficial in building body muscle. Body muscle cells are known to burn calories at a much higher rate.

Green tea
Green tea is packed with powerful anti-oxidants and contains a compound epigallocatechin gallate that is known to prevent serious health problems. Green tea fires up the body’s metabolism thus, aiding the body to burn more calories.

Grapefruit
Grapefruit is one of the best natural foods that helps to kick start fat loss by increasing the body’s metabolism. That’s because it contains a good amount of fat-burning enzymes. Also, because it is high in fiber, one feels fuller by eating less.

Nuts
Almonds, walnuts, hazelnuts, etc. are actually quite healthy as they are packed with vitamins, fiber, protein, minerals and monounsaturated fats that help in controlling blood sugar levels and aiding fat loss. Eat them in moderation.

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Goddess Garbharakshambigai is a popular form of Shakthi (Durga/Parvati) in Tamilnadu. She is believed to be the Goddess responsible for uterus related disorders and pregnancy. People who are not married for a long time and Women who are childless or who had pregnancy problem can visit Garbarakshambigai temple and pray for favours.

Sri Garbharakshambigai temple is located in Thirukarugavur on the banks of the river Vettar, a tributory of the Sacred river Cauvery, in the Papanasam Taluk of Thanjavur District. This is 20 kilometers east of
Thanjavur Town and at 20 kilometers South west of Kumbakonam in the state of Tamil Nadu, India.

The name of the goddess itself carries a beautiful meaning. Garbha means “Pregnancy”, Raksha means “Protect” and Ambika is one of the names of Parvati devi. So the Goddess is all about protecting a women’s life blessing her with a good husband, a good child and a happy family.

Garbharakshambikai potri when heard with devotion will yield positive results for couples looking for pregnancy. Hence it is known as a Shloka for Pregnancy. Garbharakshambikai potri is listened during pregnancy wishing for a normal delivery and to protect the woman and child.

You can listen to the Garbharakshambikai Kavacham, 108 verses of Garbharakshambikai potri sung by Sudha Raghunathan here.

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The exam season is here and our post this time is some Shlokas and Mantras for success in Examinations.

As Lord Ganesha is also known as Vidya Ganapathi, Students can chant the following Mantra to acquire education and good success in exams.

OM GANA GANAPATAYE NAMAH

Goddess Saraswati is the Goddess of learning, Students can worship Saraswati to perform well in examinations. The below shloka (mantra) of Saraswati can be recited daily to improve memory, power and concentration.

SARASWATI NAMASTHUBHYAM
VARADE KAMARUPINI
VIDHYARAMBAM KARISHYAMI
SIDDHIR BAVATHUME SADHA

For all things that appear difficult to achieve and also for success in all endeavours, the following shloka can be chanted.

ASAADHYA SAADHAKA SWAAMIN ASAADHYAM THAVAKIM VADHA:
RAAMA DHOOTHA DHAYAA SINDHO MATHKARYAM SAADHAKA PRABHU

Tags: Examinations, Mantras, Slokas, Success