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Teff Grain  Scientifically known as Eragrostis tef, is a tiny grain widely used in Africa but is beginning to gain popularity in the United States. It is used in a similar way as millet or quinoa, but the grain’s small size means that it cooks very rapidly, thus using less fuel and being more viable as a dietary staple for countries with limited resources.  It’s a protein-rich staple food of the African nation that has received a great deal of attention lately, and versatile applications make it an ideal “superfood” that people from Hollywood to the Horn of Africa are clamoring for. It’s amazing how many nutrients are packaged in such a small grain, but the mineral, vitamin, fiber, and organic compounds found in teff grain make it an ideal nutritional source for millions of people already. The most common use of teff is making flour and bread, but it can basically be used in the same way as any other cereal grain. Health Benefits of Teff Grain Relieves Menstrual Probl...

Water aerobics is a form of exercise in which aerobic exercises are performed in a relatively shallow body of water, such as a swimming pool. This has become a popular approach to fitness in older communities, as well as for people who are recovering from injuries or have problems with their joints. Many exercises like cycling can be difficult for some people, but water aerobics offers a healthy and effective workout. This is a type of resistance training, with water acting as the force against your movements & this can help increase circulation/strength, while also burning calories and aiding in weight loss. Water Aerobic Exercises are; Pike Skull: This exercise is performed by standing on the shallow side of the water which involves treading with both hands at your sides and forming a “V” with your body by lifting both the legs together. Flutter Kicking : Holding the side of the pool, flutter your feet rapidly underwater, which will work out your quadriceps, hips, a...