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Comparison Apple is hosting an event Oct. 27 to likely announce new MacBooks, which will reportedly include a new MacBook Pro and refreshed 13-inch Air. Here's what to expect. If you really need a MacBook now, check out the rest of our guide. With a starting price of $899, MacBooks don't come cheap. Still, Apple's laptop lineup is undoubtedly the best in the industry. You get sleek and sturdy aluminum designs, excellent keyboards and touchpads, long battery life and an easy-to-use operating system that keeps your files in sync across multiple Apple devices. Owners of iPhones will appreciate the ability to take calls on their Mac and send and receive text messages. The 12-inch MacBook includes a faster Core M processor and faster flash memory, as well as an extra hour of battery life. However, the general benefits (extreme portability) and disadvantages (single USB-C port) remain the same, as does our take on this notebook's position in Apple's overall lineup. Most Portable Good for Students Longest Battery Life Best Bang for the Buck Best Performer 12-inch MacBook 11.6-inch MacBook Air 13.3-inch MacBook Air 13.3-inch MacBook Pro 15.6-inch MacBook Pro Rating Price $1,299 $899 $999 $1,299 $1,999 CPU 1.1-GHz dual-core Core m3 1.6-GHz dual-core Core i5 1.6-GHz dual-core Core i5 2.7-GHz dual-core Core i5 2.2-GHz quad-core Core i7 Display (pixels) 2304 x 1440 1366 x 768 1440 x 900 2560 x 1600 2800 x 1800 Ports 1 USB-C 2 USB 3.0, Thunderbolt 2 2 USB 3.0, Thunderbolt 2, SD card 2 USB 3.0, 2 Thunderbolt 2, HDMI, SD card 2 USB 3.0, 2 Thunderbolt 2, HDMI, SD card Graphics Intel HD Graphics 515 Intel HD Graphics 6000 Intel HD Graphics 6000 Intel Iris Graphics 6100 Intel Iris Pro Graphics,optional AMD Radeon R9 M370X* * AMD graphics included only with 2.5-GHz MacBook Pro, which costs $2,499 Our top overall pick for the money is the 13-inch MacBook Air ($999) because of its long battery life and strong performance from its 5th-generation Core i5 processor. But if you're willing to splurge on a sharper and more vibrant screen, the 13-inch MacBook Pro with Retina Display ($1,299) is a fantastic choice. That said, other MacBooks have unique strengths of their own. There's some pretty significant differences between the assorted members of the MacBook family, which includes the 12-inch MacBook, two MacBook Airs (11- and 13-inch) and two MacBook Pros (13- and 15-inch). You'll find a wide range of processor options, storage capacity and ports. Here's a breakdown of every MacBook and how they compare in terms of our test results to help you choose the right model. Best Portability: MacBook The 12-inch MacBook is so compact and light some people mistake it for an iPad when they see it closed. And it's very easy to carry, because the MacBook weighs just 2.03 pounds and measures 0.52 inches at its thickest point. The 11-inch Air is a close second at 2.4 pounds. However, keep in mind that the MacBook offers only a single USB-C port, which means you can't charge the notebook and plug in another device at the same time (like the iPhone) without using a dongle. While still relatively light, the 13-inch MacBook Air is about a pound heavier than the 12-inch MacBook, and it's considerably taller and wider (partly because of its large screen bezel). The 3.5-pound, 13-inch MacBook Pro is somewhat hefty given its screen size, but it makes up for that with beefy performance and a great display. The 4.5-pound, 15-inch MacBook Pro is among the lightest in its class of 15-inch notebooks. Best Battery Life: 13-inch MacBook Air The updated 13-inch MacBook Air is one of the longest-running laptops, period. It lasted an epic 14 hours on the Laptop Mag battery test, which involves continuous Web surfing over Wi-Fi. The 13-inch MacBook Pro is no slouch, though, lasting a little more than 12 hours on the same test. The 15-inch MacBook Pro's 9 hours of endurance makes it one of the longest-running laptops with that size display. The new 12-inch MacBook lasts slightly longer than the 11-inch MacBook Air, and both offer above-average endurance. Best Display: Tie Between MacBook and 13-inch MacBook Pro There are MacBooks with Retina Displays, and there are those without. You'll notice a huge difference in terms of resolution and color quality. For instance, the 13-inch MacBook Air has been stuck at a fairly low 1440 x 900 pixels for several years, while the new, smaller 12-inch MacBook sports a 2304 x 1440-pixel panel. So even though the MacBook has a smaller screen, it offers a sharper picture and seems larger than it is. The 13-inch and 15-inch Retina MacBooks have even sharper screens at 2560 x 1600 and 2800 x 1800 pixels, respectively. The 15-inch display looks so sharp that Apple ditched the 17-inch MacBook Pro from its lineup. Having this sort of resolution makes it easier to put two windows side-by-side without losing detail. However, while the 15-inch MacBook Pro has a higher resolution than the 13-inch Pro, the former didn't fare as well in color reproduction, accuracy or brightness. The 12-inch MacBook has a sharper display than the 13-inch Air, as well as more saturated colors and better contrast. Whether you're watching videos, flipping through photos on Facebook or editing in Photoshop, color gamut is an important metric, as it measures how much of the sRGB color spectrum a laptop can reproduce. Close to 100 is ideal, but some notebook screens surpass that figure. The 12-inch MacBook notched 107 percent on this test, but the 13-inch Retina MacBook Pro was fairly close behind with a mark of 91 percent. Both MacBook Airs posted less than 70 percent, which is relatively poor these days. All Apple laptops offer above-average screen brightness, but the 13-inch MacBook Pro is at the top of the class, registering 389 nits on our tests. That beats the 12-inch MacBook and 13-inch Air. The 11-inch Air pumps out a lot of brightness for its size, though, registering 370 nits. If you work on photos or video editing, color accuracy is paramount. Our Delta-E test measures this attribute and returns a number score, with 0 being perfect. The 12-inch MacBook notched 0.99, which is excellent, and the 13-inch MacBook Pro turned in a very good 1.2. The 15-inch model wasn't too far behind at 2.1. The 13-inch MacBook Air brought up the rear with 4.3, which is worse than the laptop category average. Best Port Selection: 13- and 15-inch MacBook Pro If you like to plug more than one peripheral at once into your laptop, you'll want to avoid the new MacBook, as it uses a single USB-C port for both power and connecting other devices. You'll need a $20 adapter to attach your iPhone or any other USB gadget. Want to get power and connect a peripheral and display at the same time? That will be $80 for another dongle. Between the 13-inch Air and 11-inch Air, we give a slight edge to the 13-incher because it offers an SD card slot. Otherwise, both pack two USB 3.0 ports and a Thunderbolt 2 port for connecting a display. The MacBook Pros have the most ports because they have the most room on their chassis, adding another Thunderbolt 2 port and HDMI to the above assortment. Best Performance: 15-inch MacBook Pro Creative pros and power users who are willing to invest two grand in a laptop need look no further than the 15-inch MacBook Pro. The combination of its quad-core Core i7 CPU and optional AMD R9 M370X graphics smoked all other Mac laptops in various tests. However, the 13-inch MacBook Pro offers very good performance per dollar. On Geekbench 3, which measures overall performance, the 15-inch MacBook Pro more than doubled the score of the 13-inch MacBook Pro. Nevertheless, the 13-inch Pro's score of 7,113 is considerably higher than other 13-inch laptops, like the Dell XPS 13 (6,374). The 13-inch Air's Core i5 CPU and speedy SSD paced it to a fairly good score of 5,780. The 11-inch Air, which has similar components, scored a slightly higher 5,800. The 6th-generation Core m5-powered MacBook is considerably faster than its predecessor, notching a score of 5,906. Another key measure of an Apple laptop's performance is its flash storage, as it determines such factors as app open times and the ability to quickly load and browse large libraries of content. To gauge this performance we copy a batch of mixed files and time the results to arrive at a speed rating in megabytes per second (MBps). Once again the 15-inch MacBook Pro obliterated every other Mac with a score of 636 MBps, thanks to its next-generation PCIe technology. Nevertheless, the 13-inch Air and Pro both performed well at over 350 MBps. The 12-inch MacBook was in the same ballpark at 355.9 MBps, while the 11-inch Air brings up the rear. Best Graphics: 15-inch MacBook Pro This is why you splurge for the 15-inch MacBook Pro. The AMD Radeon R9 M370X graphics in the $2,499 configuration makes quick work of photo and video editing, making this machine the best choice for creative pros. On the OpenGL portion of Cinebench, which measures graphics performance, the 15-inch Pro notched 62.5. That's more than double the next fastest MacBook, the 13-inch Pro (28.9). It's important to note that the 13-inch model doesn't have a discrete graphics option. The 11-inch and 13-inch Air were pretty neck-and-neck, but the 12-inch MacBook turned in the lowest score on this test. Still, its Intel graphics are faster than last year's model (21.24 vs 19.18). Overall Recommendations It helps to think about the family of Mac that will meet your needs before you choose a specific model. The Air is for those who want swift performance and long battery life in a lightweight machine for a reasonable price. Power users and photo and video editors should step up to the 13- or 15-inch MacBook Pro, which offer very sharp Retina displays along with beefier processors in heftier designs. While more expensive, the 15-inch Pro is really the only choice for those looking for workstation-class performance. The 12-inch MacBook is a niche system. It's the most portable choice in Apple's lineup, but it also costs just as much as the 13-inch Pro (which offers more speed and a bigger display) and it's $300 more than the 13-inch Air (which has more battery life and ports). So get the MacBook only if you want to travel really, really light. For the vast majority of shoppers, the 13-inch Air continues to be the best choice, but the 13-inch Pro is a close second because of its better screen. Source:http://www.laptopmag.com/articles/macbook-vs-air-vs-pro

NHL17 Release review On the long road back to the glory days of EA Sports’ hockey series, NHL 17makes a few major strides, but it can’t manage a giant leap. There’s more to do in NHL 17 than in perhaps any previous entry in the franchise. Along with adding new modes, developer EA Vancouver has expanded on existing options in both breadth and depth; hockey fans of all stripes are likely to find something here that will pull them in. That’s a baseline expectation these days in simulation sports games, but NHL 17 goes above and beyond with features like a quick, draft-based mode that’s inspired by similar offerings in Madden and FIFA. At the same time, there’s nothing in NHL 17 that makes me want to sing its praises from the rooftops, like the debut of the On-Ice Trainer did last year. Despite a grand overhaul to the stagnant Be a GM mode and a major expansion to EA Sports Hockey League, NHL 17’s growth is held in check by a persistent staleness, as well as some frustrating issues both in and out of the rink. The most notable and impactful change on the ice is the return of net battles, in which attackers and defenders can jockey for position in front of the goal. I still have to remind myself that the feature actually exists in NHL 17, since it’s been gone for three years, but it pays dividends in ways besides making the game look more like real hockey. I let out a triumphant yelp the first time I evaded a defenseman just in time to deflect a teammate’s slap shot past the goalie. Regardless of whether you use net battles, the CPU certainly will — the AI is happy to tie up your forwards and lift their sticks, preventing them from receiving passes in scoring position. EA Vancouver never should have removed net battles, but in adding them back in, the developer has made the feature deeper, with options for both defenders and attackers. Net battles combine with a refinement of goalie logic in NHL 17, which produces a notable shift in the kinds of goals that are scored — and in my own behavior. This year, new animations for saves allow netminders to stop the puck without making large movements. The result is a much lower incidence of exaggerated save animations; goalies generally make desperation saves only when those attempts are warranted. I STILL HAVE TO REMIND MYSELF THAT NET BATTLES ACTUALLY EXIST IN NHL 17 Now that bigger forwards can use their size to their advantage and park themselves in front of the net, I saw many more deflected goals. Deflections always have an element of "right place, right time" to them, but in the past, those goals felt entirely random — a person happened to be in position when an outside shot came in. In NHL 17, I found myself taking slap shots from the point and attempting to aim them at an area where a teammate engaged in a net battle might be able to deflect the puck in. The puck also feels more alive this year. On the higher difficulty levels in particular, maintaining possession is a challenge because opponents can easily knock the puck away. This seems to cause problems when it comes to picking up the puck, especially along the boards and after you’ve checked the puck carrier. I lost count of the number of times I laid a big hit on a guy but saw him get back up and regain possession before I could snatch the puck — an exasperating occurrence, and an issue that has plagued the NHL series for years. Just as some old gameplay problems remain present in NHL 17, the Be a Pro mode returns this year almost unchanged. The single-player career mode hasn’t received any notable upgrades this year. Be a Pro is due for an overhaul, especially considering the storytelling elements that competitors like NBA 2K and now FIFA are incorporating into their career modes. For a start, it would be nice to see some more intelligent coaching AI. I started out with my major junior team on the first forward line, and quickly became the best player in the Western Hockey League. Yet my coach sometimes kept me on the bench for 10 minutes — half a period! — between shifts. And if you’re losing late in a close game, AI coaches may pull the goalie, but I’ve never seen one call a timeout. Smart hockey coaches take timeouts so their top line can catch a breath and get back on the ice for crunch time. But if I got tired late in the third period, I’d end up sitting out until the final horn. It’s somewhat understandable for Be a Pro to have been neglected this year, considering the transformation of Be a GM into Franchise mode. The new name is justified by the introduction of managing finances beyond your players’ salaries. In addition to putting together a winning roster by dealing with personnel concerns like injuries, player morale and a minor league affiliate, you’ll have to keep your owner satisfied by turning a profit. Each team’s owner has a different personality and level of expectations depending on the club’s current situation, like "rebuilding" or "contender." From there, the owner sets various goals that you’ll aim to meet in order to keep the executive happy. Your owner gives you a budget that you must allocate to salaries, advertising, promotional nights and arena maintenance. For instance, parts of the building will degrade over the course of the season and you’ll have to repair them periodically, lest the fans get unhappy with the state of, say, the bathrooms. Source:http://www.polygon.com/2016/9/23/13033934/nhl-17-review-ps4-xbox-one

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Mafia III It's 1968 and the rules have changed. After years in Vietnam, Lincoln Clay knows this truth: Family isn't who you're born with, it's who you die for. Now back home, in a re imagined New Orleans, Lincoln is set on rebuilding his life, but old ties keep him from leaving the city. It will take more than a few friends to make it in this new world. Intense gun fights, visceral hand-to-hand combat, white knuckle driving and street smarts will all be needed. But with the right crew, tough decisions and some dirty hands, it's possible to make it to the top of the city's underworld. It's time to create a new family. Mafia III Free DLC For everyone that buys Mafia III - whether it's through pre-orders, day one purchase or those who wait - free new features and content will be available after the game launches. Here's a quick rundown of what you can look forward to: FREE! All New Character Outfits - New outfits will allow you to select a look that suits your tastes and define your take on Lincoln. MORE Vehicle Customization - Hey, gearheads: new vehicle upgrades will be added to those that already exist in Mafia III by adding new customization options. You can cherry out your favorite ride with new wheels, personalized license plates, and paint jobs. And, yes, you will get even more options to boost the performance on your vehicles. FREE RACES! - Take your tricked-out fleet into the city and enter a series of races. From there, you can earn money, new customization options for your car, and other awesome rewards. We'll have more details on exactly how the races will work in the future. ...and more free stuff to come! PC Specifications Mafia III System Specs Minimum CPU Intel Core i5-2500K (Sandy Bridge, 3.3 GHz) / AMD FX-8120 (Bulldozer, 3.1 GHz) GPU Nvidia GeForce GTX 660 / AMD Radeon HD 7870 RAM 6 GB Storage 50 GB Links to Download Mafia III PC:http://www.game.co.uk/en/games/mafia-3/mafia-3-on-pc/?inStockOnly=false&merchname=hubmafia3-_-standard-_-pc PS4:http://www.game.co.uk/en/games/mafia-3/mafia-3-on-playstation-4-ps4/?inStockOnly=false&merchname=hubmafia3-_-standard-_-ps4 Xbox One:http://www.game.co.uk/en/games/mafia-3/mafia-3-on-xbox-one/?inStockOnly=false&merchname=hubmafia3-_-standard-_-xboxone Source:http://www.game.co.uk/webapp/wcs/stores/servlet/HubArticleView?hubId=1202255&articleId=1202256&catalogId=10201&langId=44&storeId=10151&merchname=catmafia3-_-findoutmore-_-Mafia3hub

This piece of article arrived in time for the new year. I’m intrigued by its content, hence I’m sharing it for today’s posting. Why is a mobile phone called a handset? I suppose it is probably because the phone is a gadget being held in hand most of the time. When such a mobile device takes up about two hours of every one of us on average per day, we depend on it more and more in whiling away our fragmented time. A smart phone is no longer a means of communication, but an inseparable companion in our daily life. Flash 2 Media Coverage-1 Alcatel Flash 2: The New Era of Mobile Phones, “Perfect In Hand” Back in 2010, consumers believed the 3.5-inch screen that can be held single-handed best met their expectations of how it feels in hand. Five years later, the ever-larger screens are approaching the limit of single-hand operation, with 5- and 5.5-inch screens overwhelming the market. So, consumers’ expectations regarding the size of screen change with the times. Flash 2 Media Coverage-2 Dimensions Generally, when the palm touches the phone, the first or second feel would concern the cohesion while the most note-worthy factor of it is the transition from the back to the sides. So far as this is concerned, not many smart phone producers have really undertaken the pursuit of the feel in the interests of consumers and have eventually succeeded. From iPhone 4 to iPhone 5s as legend of the industry, the rim treatment does not really feature smoothness. With 8 or 4 sharp right angles held in hand, they all cut the hands of Apple fans. Finally, the iPhone 6 arrived, the distinct rims changed into the shape of arc, which not only gives a touch of softness visually, but a sense of comfort in hand. Obviously, the feel in hand has finally been listed on Apple’s agenda. Meanwhile, competitor Samsung S6 also features smooth rims that fit perfectly in hand and Meizu MX5, which has been known for valuing the feel in hand, continued its previous design of the arc for rims. Besides, OnePlus and Motorola also focus on contour of smart phones, which is a typical example of considering the feel in hand. Flash 2 Media Coverage-3 Alcatel Flash 2 Regarding the experience of how it feels in hand, apart from the comfortable curve, another most direct feel is none other than the texture of back of phones. Otherwise, OnePlus 2 would not have offered an array of tailored backs at will, touching off a wave of smart phones as a lifestyle among the young trend followers. OnePlus 2 offers a gritty feel of sandstone dark color, retains the texture of Moso Bamboo with natural gloss of bamboo, and inspires the effect of ink painting with black apricot, apart from the century-old African Mahogany and geometric aesthetic-filled Kevlar. Merely by listening to these names, one could almost smell their close-to-nature texture and fragrance, with each attracting its own group of people through unique qualities. Under the trend of Apple-led mainstream manufacturers, refraining from the common practice of making all-metal body can be called innovative but better still, creative, from the bottom of heart. Besides OnePlus, both Samsung Notes 3 and Huawei P7 can be called unique in design for the leather-quality back and the 7 galvanized layers respectively. While the newly-unveiled Flash 2 even came with a slogan “Perfect In Hand.”, claiming they have attained the best possible for how the phone feels in hand. Flash 2 Media Coverage-4 Picture Perfect True, Flash 2 is a model that offers instantly a perfect feel in hand and remarkable workmanship. The 147-gram weight does not really feel like something weighty at all; rather it gives a sense of being sturdy and the arc in the back as transition to the rims feels great when the phone is being held in hand — comparable to the natural ease of an infant settling in mummy’s arms. The delicate rims give a comfortable sense to the fingers with noticeable treatment for smoothness in design, without being so slippery as for a phone to fall out of a user’s hand. Unlike those smart phones giving considerations to the back’s curve at the expense of battery capacity, this model of Flash not only looks thin in its curve design of the back, but also offers a perfect feel in hand while maintains the 3,000 mah battery capacity. It can be said Flash 2 has found the golden curve as integration of sensational and rational considerations. Regarding texture of the back in case of direct contact of phone and palm, Flash 2 appears rather elegant for its volcanic ash color. The back of the phone feels delicate and soft with a touch of velvet-like gritty texture slowly permeating into the palm, which makes it too much of a fondling to put down. In fact, Flash 2 is as young and handsome as its product manager. When you meet Eric, Product Manager of the Flash Team in charge of the R&D of Flash 2, perhaps you will come to understand the brand feature. The cool 25-year-old best signifies the brand — fashionable and full of energy. Eric said all their team members are young people about his age. When asked “Do you believe the consumers are really concerned about how the phones feel in hand?”, “Absolutely,” he thus reaffirmed, not without a sense of pride, explaining earnestly the origin of “Perfect In hand.” of Flash 2. Flash 2 Media Coverage-5 Perfect in Hand “We don’t want to follow blindly the market trend. Our design will take into consideration more factors. We are concerned with the market response, but we would like to provide consumers with more humanized and more individualized smart phones,” Eric told us, “In choosing the material for the back of Flash 2, we are looking for a sturdy, comfortable and warm feel to offer consumers the sense of ease and pleasure. Eventually, we decided on the fluff paint, which meets in every aspect our requirements of the texture of the back. It offers a sense of stateliness as well as a unique touch of softness while being wearable and when there is sweat in the hand, there will not be sticky fingerprints left on the phone.” Flash 2 Media Coverage-6 Get me one today! Flash 2 has also a considerate design of quick shutter button, down in the right bottom. This means when there is a fleeting moment, you can take out the phone and keep pressing the button and without the time of visual search or the need of changing position of the finger, the shooting can be done within 2-3 seconds. In fact, no manufacturer can remain the only industry leader for years to come. Given the fierce competition of manufacturers in terms of pixel, runtime, and system, etc., the only thing that won’t be easily changed is putting your heart into the design. The slogan “Perfect In Hand.” is not only a summary of the feel in hand of Flash 2, but also the source of confidence of the youthful team for the future of Alcatel Flash. Source:http://www.flash3c.com/alcatel-flash-2-the-new-era-of-mobile-phones-perfect-in-hand/

Water not only cleans your body from inside out but also improves the texture of your skin and hair. We tell you why you should consume enough water. 1. Avoids putting on too much weight If you are one of those people who think that drinking more water causes your body to bloat, you're wrong. It only helps you eat lesser food by filling up your tummy. If you have a huge appetite and you're worried of putting on weight due to eating in larger quantities, water will help you out. 2. Cleans your body Drinking water on an empty stomach, first thing in the morning, helps flush out any toxins in your colon. In a way, your colon is ready to take in all the good nutrients you plan to feed your body for the day. 3. Creates new cells Your body makes new cells everyday and drinking water helps production of these new cells. This allows your muscles to grow and tone up faster after exercising. 4. Boosts metabolism Along with benefiting you in several ways, water also boosts metabolism. Drink 2 cups of cold water in the morning and you are ready to go. 5. Cures headaches and infections When you are ill, staying hydrated is a must. Water not only fights infections but helps you get better soon. Also, when your headaches are caused due to dehydration, water helps you get well soon. So whenever you're not feeling well, drink a glass or two of water before you start popping pills. source

It's everyone's favourite guilty pleasure. A rich bar of chocolate — with nuts, or caramel, fruit or simply had on its own — is a comfort food and can score all the brownie points with someone special when it comes to gifting him/her. But if chocolate is your lure, the next time you decide to have some, go dark. Scientists and researchers are increasingly looking at the health benefits of the dark variety of chocolate, especially with regard to heart health. Here's why you can enjoy a guilt-free binge... Health benefits: There are several benefits to dark chocolate. Says dietician Priya Karkera, "It's a storehouse of iron, copper, magnesium as well as manganese and has been proven to help in lowering blood pressure." (She also presents some benefits, see below). While folks have been talking of its advantages for a while now, you might wonder how dark should dark chocolate be? A normal dark bar has 70% cacao, but experts are also extolling virtues of a bar with 100% cacao chocolate that offers a burst of antioxidants. It also has lower quantities of unhealthy ingredients, like fat and sugar. Converts the 'bad' to 'good': Dark chocolate (with over 75 gms of cocoa) is loaded with antioxidants preventing the bad cholesterol to form plaques or blockages in the arteries of the heart. It contains 2/3 of MUFA — mono unsaturated fatty acids — which are the good fats essential for our body. Can harden tooth enamel: Sure, chocolates are enemies to the dentists. However, the theobromine content in dark chocolates actually aids in hardening of the tooth enamel. And it is the sugar content in the other variety that causes all the harmful effects. Can make you live longer: That's apparently true! Researchers at Harvard University studied 8,000 men for 65 years and they found that those who ate reasonable amounts of chocolate thrice a month, lived almost a year longer than those who didn't eat any. They came to the conclusion that it this could be due to the fact that cocoa has antioxidants called polyphenols, which can prevent the oxidation of bad or harmful cholesterol. Having a dark variety is even better. Helps with stroke: As per a study, dark chocolate is said to lessen brain damage risk, following a stroke. Scientists found that a compound called epicatechin, found in dark chocolate, can protects the brain against strokes by shielding nerve cells. Avoids macular degeneration: Dark chocolate could also help stave off age-related macular degeneration, regarded as the common cause of blindness in older people as well as those suffering from dementia. Reduces clot risk: Dark chocolate is also said to act like aspirin where it thins the blood and lessens the time it takes for the blood to clot. Apparently, it is the chemical in cocoa beans responsible for this. Is a stress buster: Did you know that munching on a small 20g bar of dark chocolate can help with anger management and hold off the stress? Dark chocolates are rich in Phenylethylamine (PEA) the chemical which stimulates the brain cells to release endorphins, sets in a feeling of happiness and helps to curb depression. Lesser caffeine: Though it is said to contain caffeine, the percentage of this is 10 times lesser than the amount found in coffee. source:http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/diet/Why-dark-chocolate-is-a-good-heart-food/articleshow/32485563.cms

Nutrients like calcium and vitamin D are essential if you want to build strong bones. While calcium helps strengthen bones and teeth structure, vitamin D improves calcium absorption and bone growth. One of the main reasons of osteoporosis is a calcium and vitamin D deficiency . Hence, it is important to have a diet that is rich in these two nutrients. Here are some foods you should consume regularly ... Milk With high quantities of calcium and vitamin D, make it a habit to drink a glass of milk every day . Making a face at the sound of having milk? Substitute it with yogurt or cheese. Bananas Packed with calcium as well as potassium, bananas are an excellent way to improve your immune system, metabolize proteins and prevent calcium loss from your body . Green vegetables Vegetables like spinach, spring onions, fenu greek, cabbage and broccoli are excellent sources of calcium. The vitamin K present in spinach boosts bone mineral density . Nuts Almonds and groundnut contain a generous amount of potassium that is known to prevent loss of calcium through urine. Walnuts are rich in omega-3 fatty acids, which are important in slowing down the rate of bone loss and speeding up bone formation. Prunes Prunes contain a fibre called inulin that helps the body to absorb calcium faster and also strengthens bones. Sardines and salmon Sardines are known to have high levels of both vitamin D and calcium. Salmon contains hearthealthy omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin D. Eggs Don't go overboard with egg consumption. An egg a day is considered healthy, according to experts. And don't throw away the yolk -that is where the vitamin D is. source:http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/diet/Food-for-your-healthy-bones/articleshow/37010150.cms

Eating eggs can be a great way to give yourself a healthy boost. Packed with nutrients and rich in calcium, iron and protein, eating eggs is can be a great way to get your daily dose of nutrition. Here are some reasons why you need to eat eggs. To boost weight loss: Contrary to popular belief, eating eggs can help boost weight loss. Including eggs in your breakfast can limit your calorie intake for the rest of the day by more than 400 calories. To protect eyes: Eggs contain Lutein and Zeaxanthin -antioxidants which prevents the onset of cataract and early onset of blindness. To lower blood pressure: The protein in the egg acts as an inhibitor, which can lower hypertension. To improve reflexes: A study found that tyrosine, an amino acid found in eggs, helps improve the reflexes of the body. source: http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/diet/Why-you-need-to-include-eggs-in-your-diet/articleshow/45532189.cms

The adverse effects of a high-fat diet - high blood pressure and nutrition derived inflammation - can be reduced by eating bilberries, a study says. For the first time, bilberries, also known as wild blueberries were shown to have beneficial effects on both blood pressure and nutrition-derived inflammatory responses. "Bilberries reduce the development of systemic inflammation and prevent the progression of chronic hypertension, thus supporting their potential role in alleviating the adverse health effects associated with developing obesity," said the researchers from University of Eastern Finland. The beneficial health effects of bilberries are thought to be explained by a component called polyphenols, especially anthocyanins, the levels of which are significantly higher in bilberries than in commercially cultivated blueberries. The study focused on the health effects of bilberries on mice that were fed high-fat diet for a period of three months. Some of the mice were fed either five percent or 10 percent of freeze-dried bilberries in the diet. Bilberries diminished the pro-inflammatory effects of the high-fat diet, indicated by an altered cytokine protein profile and a reduced relative prevalence of inflammation supporting T-cells. Bilberries also prevented elevated blood pressure caused by the high-fat diet, the findings showed. The study was published in the journal PLOS ONE. source:http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/diet/Wild-blueberries-negate-high-fat-diet-risks/articleshow/45573841.cms

Here are some benefits of lotus stem that you were probably unaware of. Lotus stem recipes are still a delicacy for many households here. This aquatic plant, which grows in few places, is available everywhere in a dry version. But here are some health benefits that you probably did not know until now - 1. Lotus root contains many essential vitamins. 2. Lotus stem is a great source of Vitamin C, which helps boost the immunity of a person and fight viral infections. 3. The root also contains essential minerals like zinc, magnesium, copper and iron, which help the body in the production of red blood cells. 4. Lotus root is known for strengthening the respiratory system of a human body, which ultimately helps a person fight a number of diseases. 5. They are rich in dietary fiber and low on saturated fats, hence keeping a person's calorie count in check. With so many reasons this root vegetable gives to a human being, one should make sure to include in the diet regularly. source:http://timesofindia.indiatimes.com/life-style/health-fitness/diet/Why-eating-lotus-stem-is-good-for-you/articleshow/32725562.cms

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