Folic acid

Photo Courtesy: American Pregnancy Association

In 1988 folic acid was added to bread, pasta, cereal, cookies and crackers as required by federal law. Folic acid is a form of vitamin B, to be specific vitamin B9.

Folic acid can be easily found in natural foods such as – leafy vegetables, okra, beans, mushrooms, brussel sprouts, broccoli, tomato juice, orange juice, eggs, animal liver and kidney.

Folic acid deficiencies include – extreme tiredness, lack of energy, mouth ulcers, muscle weakness, heart problems, psychological problems such as depression, confusion and neural tube defects.

CDC implores women to consume 400 mcg of folic acid for those considering reproduction in order to prevent birth defects such as anencephaly and spina bifida.

A research study finds that folic acid reduces incidents of neural tube defects in infants.

Make wise choices and have a balanced diet! 💚

Posted on April 30, 2022April 30, 2022 by Onpathtogrowth 0

Music Can Improve Mental Health

Music can make anyone feel better. Whether it is playing a music in the background while working or while taking a tea break. There is a personal preference for the choice of music. Sometimes you may like hip hop, rock, jazz, country or indie.

The good part is that music acts positively on your mental health. Research shows that music can improve mental conditions such as depression, trauma, anxiety and more. It helps individuals process his/her emotions. Besides, acts as calming agents and improve in management of symptoms.

Weekends are a good way to utilize time and listening to your favorites. Here are some of my favorites from YouTube:

1. April 2022 Indie Folk

2. Zariya

3. Landslide

4. Chaand baaliyan

5. Blue jeans

Hoping that you all have a musical weekend! 🎶

Posted on April 16, 2022April 16, 2022 by Onpathtogrowth 2

Plants You Can Grow This Summer

While plants makes anyone feel really good. It’s often tough when it comes to maintaining.

Here are 3 plants you can grow easily if you’re planning on having a small plant on your coffee table or one in your balcony to keep it minimalistic yet beautiful.

1. Marigold

Marigolds are easy to grow and low on maintenance. Just sow the seeds in any soil and keep it on your window pane which gets enough sunshine if you’re planning indoors or in your balcony and water it when you see the soil above dry. The seeds will germinate in 7-15 days.

2. Indian Borage

It’s called ajwain in India and seeds are available in any Indian household. The leaves of this plant are aromatic and perennial herb. It’s widely used in kitchen in India. Sow the seeds few inches deep in a pot. Keep the soil moist and can do good in partial sunlight. The seeds germinate within 7-10 days.

3. Mint

If you are someone who loves mint. Then just plant one for yourself. Get some mint which has stem. Put in a jar filled with water. You can keep it anywhere indoors or outside which gets shade. Let the roots mature and pot it. Do not plant it in open in garden because it spreads really quick. They look beautiful in water and do fairly well.

Do tell me which one are you planning to plant this summer?

Posted on April 13, 2022April 13, 2022 by Onpathtogrowth 0

Body language

Your body language speaks volumes. It is usually considered a part of nonverbal communication.

Body language can be defined as any kind of bodily movement or posture which includes facial expression, it transmits a message to the observer. It includes gestures, eye movements and facial expressions

Here is a ted talk by Amy Cuddy, a social psychologist on body language!

🐶😿👺🤢🥰

Posted on April 10, 2022April 11, 2022 by Onpathtogrowth 0

Quotes by Abraham Lincoln

Abraham Lincoln was born on February 12, 1806. He became the 16th President in 1861 of the United States. There is so much more to him and we must revisit and revise our history to inspire.

Here are 5 of his quotes:

1. I am a slow walker, but I never walk back.

2. I will prepare and some day my chance will come.

3. When you reach the end of your rope, tie a knot and hang on.

4. Every man’s happiness is his own responsibility.

5. The best way to predict the future is to create it.

Have an inspiring weekend! 📖

Posted on April 8, 2022April 8, 2022 by Onpathtogrowth 0

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