Blogs by Aman Maloo

Are Cashews Good for You? Cashews have a buttery, sweet, and salty taste, an unmistakable shape, and they are an  excellent source   of vitamins and minerals. They grow on cashew nut trees, which are native to subtropical climates. Raw, unsalted cashews are often used in vegan recipes as well as in Indian cooking. Many of us eat cashews after they have been roasted and salted, which turns them into a delicious snack. What Are the Health Benefits of Cashews? Although cashews are one of the lowest-fiber nuts, they are packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants. These include vitamins E, K, and B6, along with minerals like copper, phosphorus, zinc, magnesium, iron, and selenium, all of which are important for maintaining good bodily function. Did You Know? ·        Cashew nuts grow in the seeds that hang from cashew apples. ·        They contain vitamins and minerals that support...

Smoking marijuana can triple your chances of dying from high blood pressure The health effects of marijuana are far from conclusive, as we reported. Now, a new study provides evidence that pot might be hurting your heart: Using marijuana can raise your risk of dying from hypertension, researchers from Georgia State University suggest. In the study, researchers surveyed over 1,200 participants on their marijuana habits, and then followed them up for 20 years. After adjusting for factors like body mass index (BMI) and previous heart issues, the researchers discovered that those who used marijuana were more than three times as likely to die from high blood pressure than those who didn't touch the stuff. Plus, for each year of marijuana use, their risk grew by four percent. The researchers say this shows that the heart effects of marijuana may be even greater than the heart risks already established for cigarette smoking. The active component of marijuana, tetrahy...