Reasons for eating a green apple a day

Posted on May 24, 2014 by john in Benefits of fruit

The next time you go grocery shopping or to the grocery store, do not forget to put in your basket a lot of apples, one of the healthiest, wealthiest, economic and available in any season fruits. Red or green ? ? Actually, all the same, apples are a hyper healthy food regardless of color, but this time we will focus on green apples.

There are several reasons for eating a green apple a day. There are so many benefits of eating apple that something exists a saying that consuming this fruit daily we stay away from the doctor. Consider the list of benefits that an apple can give you :
Why eat apples?

Reduces bad cholesterol from the body.

Reduces risk of heart attacks and heart disease.

Controls cholesterol levels, protecting cardiovascular health

Improves lung health, as it promotes a better condition of their membranes.

Improving bone health, because it contains boron, an important system for bone mineral.

Helps to maintain body weight and weight loss, as it provides few calories :only 80 !

Reduces stress asthma.

Reduces the risk of degenerative diseases and Alheimer

Helps prevent cancer, antioxidant properties ; reduces the risk of liver cancer by 57 %, colon cancer by 42 % and breast cancer by 17 %.

Helps detoxify the body.

Prevents constipation.

Improves the appearance of skin.

Nutrients apple

All of these benefits that give us apples agency respond to the many nutrients it has. Among them, many vitamins like vitamin A, B1, B2, B6, C, E and K.

Also contain antioxidants, calcium, iron, potassium, boron, folic acid ( vitamin B9 ), fiber, carbohydrates and tartaric and malic acid.

Have you seen all the reasons you have to eat a green apple ? You can eat the whole fruit or drink its juice. Anything goes, but remember that, provided they are well washed, it is best to eat apple with peel, because there most essential nutrients is.

Do you like green apples ? Or do you prefer red ?

10 reasons to eat an apple a day

Posted on May 24, 2014 by john in Benefits of fruit

If there is a fruit to all that is apple. We can get in any of its varieties 12 months of the year and should not miss any day in our diet, sure after knowing its benefits, you will think eating an apple every day: Starking, Royal, Red Delicious… for everyone.

Here are 10 reasons to consume :

1 - We hydrates, due to its high water content, more than 80 %

2 - It is diuretic and reduces blood pressure due to its high potassium content.

3 - Not known for their vitamins but has vitamin E, has a strong antioxidante.3 - soluble and insoluble fiber, if we eat raw skin and prevents us from constipation. If we can improve we diarrhea by eating roasted or stewed.

4 - The skin has pectin, a type of fiber that protects our intestinal mucosa, so we can consume well washed skin to get their protective benefits of our digestive tract. Pectin has a possible protective role against certain cancers such as colon.

5 - The real secret of the block is not in your vitamins, among which stands out not almost any fruit, if not numerous phytochemicals and pectin that prevent cancer, diabetes and lower blood cholesterol levels. A pair of medium apples can reduce blood cholesterol by 10%.

6 - Thanks to quercetin, another phytochemical that has the apple prevents cardiovascular problems, asthma and other inflammatory diseases such as arthritis.

7 - Has as malic acid or tartaric who can help us digest fat if we eat dessert after an unbalanced food, in addition to the blood glucose rise slowly after eating ( preventing diabetes) through the soluble fiber.

8 - Apples are rich in antioxidants, but not all varieties are equal, red apple being the highest antioxidant capacity, as it has more than 20,000 ORAC ( unit that measures the free radical scavenging molecules that oxidize and age we ).

9 - We can conserve several weeks without spoilage and can carry up to mid-morning or afternoon snack, it’s a great way to take her children to school.

10 - An apple before lunch or dinner satisfy us, we get to avoid too much appetite at the table and facilitate getting a ” flatter stomach ” ” I am what I am what I train as ”

How to plan a healthy menu

Posted on May 20, 2014 by john in Health Food

Planning what we eat at home during the week allows us to reduce the chances that decides our fate intakes, and therefore, planning is a weapon to eat healthy and at home. Today we tell you how you can plan a healthy menu.
The first distribution

To start planning a menu or objective always should have. In this case, we propose to plan a balanced, nutritious menu without deficiencies or excesses that is healthy. To which the first thing to consider is how many meals intakes or distribute our daily menu.

Because skipping meals and spending many hours without eating is not advisable if the quantities we care and protect our body from lack of energy and nutrients, it is best to organize a distributed 4-5 meals daily menu.

We can plan breakfast, lunch or lunch or afternoon tea and dinner, include a small intake between breakfast and lunch if the first meal of the day we made long before noon.

With a distribution already decided, we must consider what our culture has markup that goes to breakfast, as well as the rest of the meals, and of course, we will certainly consider those aspects that become our healthy menu.
How to achieve a healthy menu at home?

Having already established the distribution of our menu planning begin devoting time and creativity to every meal. We begin with breakfast and continue for the food, snack and dinner.

menu

Our culture dictates that meals consist of any liquid preparations that can be hot or cold, savory or sweet. Therefore, our preference we can decide considering that meals are nutritionally complete speaking must contain :

Proteins: may be derived from milk or from meat and meat, eggs, or in the case of vegetarians, legumes
Hydrates or cereals: can be provided for bread, biscuits, breakfast cereals, flours and derivatives, or other pasta.
Good Fats : be derived from olive oil, olives, nuts or avocado, as well as blue fish.
Liquids we can get liquid preferably water or other beverages such as milk, coffee, tea and juices.
Vitamins and minerals can be provided by different foods, but a good way of adding micronutrients is to incorporate fruits and / or vegetables to meals from our menu

So, breakfast can be a bowl of yogurt with oats, banana and nuts accompanied by orange juice or can also be a glass of milk and toast with olive oil and tomato.

Within each group of these nutrients before we choose a food and can combine with others to prepare a different meal each day.

For small intakes as midmorning we just choose a fruit, a glass of milk, yogurt or a handful of nuts or toast with cheese. We have already spoken of the snacks and how to choose them properly.

For meals is important to note that they should focus most of your daily calories, therefore, all nutrients must be present, as indicated above if you want a full meal. Thus, we can change the sources of carbohydrates as well as protein and fat sources to diversify our menu preparations.

paste -menu

For example : on Monday we eat rice with clams, Tuesday is day pasta with broccoli and chicken, while Wednesday rustic tart eat ricotta and zucchini.

We use creativity, use and control our favorite recipes that we include all the nutrients in each meal, while giving variety to the menu with good nutrients.
What we must not forget to good planning

To plan a healthy menu of excellent results, we must not forget :

To purchase based on the weekly menu, so there are no missing ingredients when cooking.
Using seasonal ingredients so that the menu is of better nutritional and sensory quality, as well as with lower price.
Vary cooking methods, limiting a frequency of once or twice a week and fried considering a fry well done is always healthier
Using appropriate ingredients in the right quantity for cooking or cooking and freezing if we facilitate the work quantities. We can draw item quantities expressing how much food we use for optimal menu.
Perform the menu for a week or two weeks, and to alternate them. We may change lunch or dinner one day for lunch and / or dinner another smoothly.
Monitor what we eat every day the next day as planned, to verify there are no missing ingredients or to advance work if possible.

With these tricks you yourself can plan a healthy menu and thus improve the quality of your diet and the cost of it.

Planning will help you eat more at home, to control better than missing nutrients and especially to order you to not miss a chance to cook a healthy dish.

Citrus asparagus with cheese and walnuts

Posted on May 20, 2014 by john in Health Food

In healthy recipe today we use green asparagus season to prepare a vegetarian dish full of flavor. Themselves are only delicious, but with these citrus asparagus with cheese and walnuts will get them a different and delicious aromatic touch.

Asparagus is a gastronomic and very suitable for any type of diet gem. Rich in fiber and low in calories, they offer a significant amount of vitamins and minerals, and require no cooking fat. I like to serve them on a bed of fresh spinach sprouts, but you can choose another vegetable that you like more, like lettuce or arugula.
Ingredients for 2 people

200 g asparagus, 1 bunch fresh baby spinach, 6-8 walnuts, 20 g of feta or goat cheese, 1 handful of raisins, 1 lemon, 1 lime, 1/ 2 orange, 1/2 teaspoon mustard 1/4 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce 1/ 2 teaspoon apple cider vinegar, 3 tablespoons water, 1 teaspoon white wine, 1 teaspoon honey, 2 tablespoons olive oil, black pepper, salt.

How do citrus asparagus with cheese and walnuts

Squeeze juice of orange, lime and lemon, and arrange in a small saucepan. Add mustard, Worcestershire sauce, apple cider vinegar, water, white wine, honey and olive oil. Putting heat and let reduce for a couple of minutes.

Thoroughly clean the asparagus and cut the bottom ends ; peel them slightly if necessary. Heat some olive oil in a skillet or griddle over high heat and sauté until tender to taste. Wash the baby spinach and drain.

Arrange a bed of spinach on each plate or in a bowl. Arrange the asparagus. Add shredded cheese, raisins and walnuts. Dress with sauce and season to taste. Add some parsley or cilantro, if desired.
tasting

This healthy recipe of citrus asparagus with cheese and nuts can serve as a first course or as a light dinner. The cheese gives us protein and healthy fats nuts, but we can reduce the amount of these ingredients if you are doing a diet. It is a very rich both fresh from the iron plate as it cooled a bit at room temperature.

Food sources of calcium

Posted on May 19, 2014 by john in Health Food

Recommended daily calcium :

800-1200 mg / day in adults

Calcium (Ca ) is a macro mineral that plays an important structural role in our body to be an integral part of bones and teeth. However, to fix calcium in the skeletal system is the necessary presence of Vitamin D.

Calcium is the most abundant mineral in our body and has a relatively high intake recommendations, as it is essential for the formation of the skeleton of the body is very important that their basic needs are met during childhood and adolescence. In addition, during pregnancy and lactation calcium needs increase dramatically.

In old age is also very important to have adequate levels of calcium in the body, and to replace losses that occur in this mineral, such as osteoporosis.

Of total calcium contained in food is absorbed only from 20% -40 % of the total. Enhances absorption in the presence of vitamin D, lactose, fat, protein, vitamin C and half acid. Hence foods with better bioavailability of calcium are milk and milk derivatives.
Calcium functions.

Calcium has several functions in our body :

Part of bones and teeth and helps to keep them healthy.
It is necessary for blood clotting.
Take part in the transmission of nerve impulses.
It has an important role in muscle contraction.
Stimulation of hormone secretion.
Contributes to the activation of enzymes that act as mediators in various chemical reactions.
Assists in the permeability of cell membranes so that they can perform the exchange of substances with the environment ( oxygen and nutrients ).
Contribute to the absorption of vitamin B12.

Dietary calcium FuncionesFuentes

The main food sources where you can get calcium through diet are:

The main source of calcium is milk, yogurt, cheese and other dairy products.
Fish that can eat the bones ( sardines, anchovies, salmon… ), seafood.
Green leafy vegetables ( cabbage).
Sunflower oil.
Legumes ( beans, soybeans).
Peanuts, walnuts.
Water consumption.

Calcium deficiency Functions

Lack of calcium necessary for the proper functioning of our body can cause: Osteoporosis: decreased bone mass and increased bone fragility.
Rickets : low mineralization and bone deformity.
Tetany : alteration in muscle contraction.

Calcium FuncionesToxicidad

Increased calcium in blood and urine.
Extra- osseous deposits calcium.

The benefits of seaweed for slimming

Posted on May 18, 2014 by john in Health Food, Weight loss and diet plans

These last few days in our special operation bikini talked about some exercises to get a slim figure, but it is also important to know what foods are best suited if you are trying to lose weight or stay fit.

Keep in mind that any food slimming, but many do help us by providing good quality of nutrients, low in calories and a satiating effect.

Algae perfectly meet these three requirements and although they are not yet as popular in our food and in the eastern countries, and are accessible and affordable enough to be able to include them in our regular diet.

With a minimum intake of calories in general ( between 2 and 50 approximately 100 gr ), algae enrich our diet with complex carbohydrates, which provide us with long-term energy, high quality vegetable protein with all essential amino acids but free of saturated fat, and a good amount of vitamins, including a and E also contribute to prevent premature aging and make us look a nice skin tone.

Its satiating effect is due to its high fiber content also helps regulate intestinal transit. These sea vegetables are also characterized by the most cleansing and rich in iodine, which stimulates the proper functioning of our metabolism. This makes our energy production and increase our body will burn fat easier.

For the same reason people with hyperthyroidism have to take extra care with its use and it is advisable to consult your doctor before including them in the diet.

algae
Algae that can not miss in your table

Every time we have a greater variety of edible seaweed, different flavors and textures also help us make our diet more palatable is thatEating healthy does not have to be at odds with enjoy!

These are some of the handiest in the kitchen :

Agar- Agar. Actually this is not an algae if not the mixture of several that have been dried and treated to reach the characteristic hard and transparent appearance that closely resembles plastic.

We can also find powder (ideal for making jellies ) but it sure sounds like you more as a regular ingredient is typical Chinese salad. Eat more that’s how I like because you can just leave it a bit before soaking, drain and add to the dish in abundance.

Not only provides calories and has the advantage that although it is a bit bland adds texture and soaks well dressings and condiments. It is also recommended when cooking to replace the usual thickeners and much more caloric, as usually flour or animal fats.

nori

Nori. Best known for being used to make sushi and all kinds of oriental dishes. Is high in iron and Vitamin A ( antioxidant) and B3 that helps reduce bad cholesterol and increase good balance oily skin.

We can find it in Print (shredded and pressed ) or flaked. With the first option we simply roasting a couple of minutes so that it can eat or cook according to the recipe you are preparing, but if we want a more practical alternative better opt for the second one can be added directly in pastas, salads, soups etc..

Dulse. This is one of my favorites, also added flaked easily and has a very mild and pleasant flavor with its pink color gives it an exotic touch to any dish.

Noted for its amount of Vitamin C and potassium, which balances the effects of sodium and promotes the elimination of liquids.

Wakame. It is perhaps the one that has a similar appearance to which we associate with algae, green and elongated only need a few minutes of soaking to brighten any recipe, with the advantage that it also serves to speed up the cooking time of the other ingredients when we add in a stew.

Of all the algae is what provides more calcium and combines well with low calorie elaborations such as the cucumber salad or miso soup and vegetables.

The list of marine delicacies is much longer, but these seem to me the most suitable for beginners in their consumption because they require little preparation and flavors are more delicate.

Although regarding their Tasting I can not be very objective because I literally whistle all, are those pleasures that I can afford in quantity while taking care of, so I never left in my pantry.

The benefits of eating pineapple

Posted on May 18, 2014 by john in Benefits of fruit

Why the Pineapple ?

The pineapple is reputed to be a diuretic and cleansing fruit that helps to eliminate toxins through urine accumulating our body and also prevents constipation due to the large amount of fiber it provides. Activate the metabolism and elimination of fat, increase the digestibility. It is one of the healthiest fruits of nature.

Pineapple is rich in vitamins C, B1, B6, folic acid (a B vitamin that is essential for life) and minerals such as potassium. Pineapple is mostly water and contains little fat and is very low in calories. It contains an enzyme called bromelain ( bromelain breaks proteins in the same way as pepsin, an enzyme that is part of the gastric juice ), so you can tell which improves digestion and destroys intestinal parasites.

What is bromelain from pineapple ?

As already mentioned, bromelain is a digestive enzyme that is extracted from the stem and fruit raw pineapple (Ananas comosus, family Bromeliaceae ) and containing sulfur. Also sold as a compound to soften the meat. Bromelain contains (among other components) of several proteinase enzymes that have been demonstrated both in the laboratory and in animal studies and humans, their anti-inflammatory, antithrombotic, anti-edema ( which prevent edema) and fibrinolytic ( clot that break ).
It has been found that bromelain is effective in anti-inflammatory agent in the reduction of diseases involving inflammation such as swelling, acute sinusitis, sore throat, arthritis or gout.
Bromelain is a natural blood thinner and there is also evidence that bromelain can trigger beneficial changes in white blood cells, thus improving immune function.
Bromelain contains powerful anti -inflammatory properties, so it is a good help in healing of minor cases, such as muscle strain or sprain injuries. In the results of a study evidence that may be helpful in cases of rheumatoid arthritis were found. There is also evidence that bromelain has anti cancer properties ( although this has not been tested ). There are several recent studies that have linked chronic inflammation to cancer, therefore, any action against the cancer of bromelain may be due to its anti inflammatory properties.
Pineapple is rich in antioxidants

Pineapple is an excellent source of vitamin C, iodine, magnesium, phosphorus and calcium, useful for thyroid and nerve cells. Vitamin C provides the body with protection against free radicals (substances that attack healthy cells ). The accumulation of free radicals may be responsible for causing atherosclerosis and heart disease or diabetes. Also asthma attacks, risk of certain cancers (such as colon cancer, etc.). Free radicals have also been shown to be the cause of problems associated with osteoarthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.

Vitamin C is the most important soluble antioxidant that the body uses water in their daily struggle against the aggressions of malignant microorganisms, and help in the use of iron and calcium. Of course, it is also what better combat the common cold, flu and all the diseases that come as a result of the cold. Strengthens the immune system.
manganese

Pineapple is also an excellent source of manganese, an essential for energy production of some enzymes mineral. It also has large amounts of thiamine (vitamin B1 ), also very important for these enzymes that produce energy.
Pineapple also provides iron, sulfur and potassium, which favor the activity of sex hormones and help generate enzymes.
macular degeneration

Pineapple is one of the most important in maintaining good eye health fruits. It is proven to help in cases of eye problems caused by aging such as macular degeneration. Three pieces of fruit a day rich in antioxidants lower the potential risk of this debilitating disease.

10 benefits of eating carrots

Posted on May 18, 2014 by john in Health Food

10 Benefits of Carrots
Through the years, the carrot has been characterized as the favorite food of rabbits. It also tells the story that on one occasion, the Emperor Caligula, the Senate invited to a feast of pure carrots because these are considered an aphrodisiac. Several biologists have turned to artwork ancient species to identify past centuries. Today, the carrot is one of the most popular vegetables. Tastes good, low price and many health benefits.

1. Beyond its rich beta carotene, carrots also provides desta - dose cables minerals like calcium, iron, potassium, phosphorus and other vitamins such as B, C and D.

February. Organic iron content present in this tasty orange root is easily assimilated by the body and is even greater than that of the popular spinach detail that makes it an excellent remedy for anemia.

March. Regular consumption of carrots, either in the form of salad juice or puree, it also increases the number of red blood cells and hemoglobin in the blood, the latter considered as an important regulator of the acid balance of the body.

April. Another virtue that carrot provides, provided integrated menu meals on a regular basis - is its hemostatic effect, which helps heal gastric and intestinal ulcers by denser muscle fiber.

May. Generous particularities By carrot, it is very beneficial to the body perform a cleansing cure this vegetable only once or twice a year. This is a regime that serves to eliminate toxins, while strengthening the body’s defenses, and is eating for three or four days, almost exclusively, fresh carrots in every way you want. The ideal is to eat them with salt, seasoned only with lemon juice and olive oil.

6. Detox diet with carrots This may represent, if ingested cooked, an optimal solution for a soft - diarrheal process is particularly recommended in cases of eye diseases such as xerophthalmia ( dryness and shrinkage of the conjunctiva, with opacity cornea), photophobia (aversion to light) and night blindness ( night blindness), which is explained in the wealth of vitamin a that has this vegetable.

7. Due to its high content of carotene, carrot has the potential to prevent cancer. Studies have shown that the risk of pancreatic cancer in people who eat carrots regularly are much less than those who almost never eat this vegetable. Carotene not only protects against cancer, also protects the arteries, the immune system and fights infection. For the body to better absorb carotene, it is advisable to eat carrots cooked rather than raw.

8. Carrots are high in soluble fiber which is very good to combat constipation and reduce cholesterol. The effectiveness of the carrot to treat constipation becomes greater when combined with cabbage.

9. This outstanding plant is usable not only the root, but the leaves, flowers and seeds that provide great services to medicine also fail. The crushed leaves are used as a diaphoretic and violate them, ie they are suitable for wound healing. Applied with honey on the wounds the perfectly clean.

10. Shaped poultice, the leaves are magnificent to cure herpes, burns, inflammations flemosas fingers, erysipelas, inflamed tumors, etc.

The health benefits of eating spinach

Posted on May 18, 2014 by john in Health Food

Spinach, as we all know, is a green leafy vegetable with a wide distribution in the world. Even in home gardens often grow this wonderful plant, an important source of minerals and vitamins. Its fat content is very low and consumption - raw or cooked - offers countless benefits for the proper functioning of the body.

Spinach benefits to health

Spinach plays an essential to maintain body health, their benefits include role :

This plant is a source of beta -carotene and other compounds useful for the view. Prevents vitamin A, itchy eyes, eye ulcers and dryness.
blood Pressure

By having a high content of potassium and sodium, spinach is very beneficial for maintaining stable blood pressure levels. Folic acid present in it helps to reduce blood pressure, relax the veins and maintain adequate blood flow.

Strengthening the muscles

It has antioxidants that strengthen muscles, especially the heart, which pumps blood to all parts of the body. That’s why preventing cardiovascular disease, hypertension and coronary disorders.
Niagara

Several compounds in spinach act as powerful antioxidants that prevent the effects of UV rays on the eyes, causing cataracts.

neurological benefits

Potassium, folic acid and other antioxidants that have spinach provide neurological benefits, including reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease.
Anti- ulcerative

It has been shown that, along with other vegetables, spinach has the property of protecting the mucous membranes of the stomach and thus prevent the development of gastric ulcers.

Anticancer

The constitution of this vegetable, rich in nutrients, prevents the occurrence of different types of cancer, including bladder, prostate, liver and lungs. It is also used in patients with tumors and cancer diseases to strengthen the body.
Skin Protection

Spinach contains many phytonutrients and pigments that protect the skin from the effects of sunlight, including ultraviolet. But not only serves as protection but repairing the genes that have been damaged, which prevents long-term development of skin cancer.

Spinach is a vegetable considered valuable by the medical community to address the problems of anemia and its prevention. The reason is that it has large amounts of iron. Regular consumption of this vegetable increases hemoglobin levels. It can be consumed in soups, salads, juices, or even you can put the dough to make pasta.

Both often eat spinach, as chewing the leaves is an excellent treatment against decay and to prevent any oral and dental infection.

It has been shown that, along with other vegetables, spinach has the property of protecting the mucous membranes of the stomach and thus prevent the development of gastric ulcers.

It is believed that eating raw spinach leaves and spinach juice is a natural way to promote intestinal processes. If you want to treat constipation includes large quantities of this plant in at least one meal a day.

This plant is a source of beta -carotene and other compounds useful for the view. Prevents vitamin A, itchy eyes, eye ulcers and dryness.

Having high in potassium and sodium, spinach is very beneficial for maintaining stable blood pressure levels. Folic acid present in it helps to reduce blood pressure, relax the veins and maintain adequate blood flow.

Has antioxidants that strengthen muscles, especially the heart, which pumps blood to all parts of the body. That’s why preventing cardiovascular disease, hypertension and coronary disorders.

Various compounds present in spinach act as powerful antioxidants that prevent the effects of UV rays on the eyes, causing cataracts.

Potassium, folic acid and other antioxidants that have spinach provide neurological benefits, including reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease.

The constitution of this vegetable, rich in nutrients, prevents the occurrence of different types of cancer, including bladder, prostate, liver and lungs. It is also used in patients with tumors and cancer diseases to strengthen the body.

Now we understand why it is so important to eat spinach and reason must always be present in the diet of children. If you do not usually include it in the weekly menu, and run the market and prepares various dishes to ensure their presence in family nutrition. Make the most of its benefits to human health.

The benefits of eating citrus

Posted on May 16, 2014 by john in Benefits of fruit

Oranges, tangerines, grapefruits and lemons are the most recognized and consumed citrus fruits. The winter season is the most suitable to use oranges and tangerines in different recipes : as flavorings in sauces, vinaigrettes, as a condiment and salad decoration or to give aroma and flavor oils or prepared pastry. The combination of delicious natural sweetness with balanced acid counterpoint when in full seasoning, ie, during the season, coupled with interesting nutritional and functional virtues (vitamin C, folate, fiber, bioflavonoids, potassium, magnesium, calcium ) requires to take at least one day citrus as a contribution to good health.

Citrus fruits are distinguished by their nutritional

Bioflavonoids, fiber, pectin, vitamin C and folate are natural compounds of citrus to awaken the interest of studied separately for their potential effects on the prevention and treatment of certain diseases. They are distinguished by their fruit nutritional properties, in particular, for its richness in vitamins like C and folic acid, fiber and minerals such as potassium, calcium and magnesium. In medical and scientific research, draws attention to the variety and amount of phytochemical compounds such as bioflavonoids, which add to its antioxidant action of ascorbic acid (vitamin C).
Edge research in citrus

A recent line of research focuses on evaluating the role of modified citrus pectin (MCP ), also known as fractionated pectin, a complex polysaccharide obtained from the peel and pulp of citrus. Modified citrus pectin is rich in galactoside residues. These residues are compounds in cell cultures ” in vitro ” (laboratory ) and in experimental animals, have had a positive response in the control of certain types of cancer. These residues are able to inhibit or block the aggregation of cancer cells, metastasis or controlling cancer spread to distant organs.

Although prospects are encouraging, there are many stages of study to develop, if necessary, to reach the solid scientific evidence of the role of Modified Citrus Pectin as part of a therapeutic nutrition.
Special citrus to be taken into account

In addition to countless nutritional and health benefits of citrus demonstrated, these fruits contain certain compounds that may discourage their consumption in certain circumstances.

Citrus fasting and digestive discomfort. The gallbladder is the reservoir for bile, a liquid secreted by the liver and necessary for digestion, in particular fat. Bile is emptying of the gallbladder to the intestine when they come to this part of the digestive system fat food substances. In different circumstances, such as the presence of gallstones in the gallbladder, inflammation of the organ or the formation of thick bile, the gallbladder can not empty at the right time or the intensity due. These disorders are called coledisquinesias ( ” lazy gallbladder ” ), may be more or less intense and manifest as abdominal bloating, pain in the right side and headache.

Certain foods have colagoga quality, ie stimulate more or less intense gallbladder emptying, which activates digestion. However, people with sensitive digestive system, the intake of these foods can be accompanied by an annoying intestinal purgative action. The orange juice and in particular, are two foods that, if taken on an empty stomach, can cause mild discomfort (nausea, abdominal bloating ). Although these complaints are not serious, explain the fear of those who have experienced to take orange juice fasting. However, in case of developing gallstones, citrus take on an empty stomach can trigger colic, so in these cases would be discouraged.

Citrus juices and dental health. Take citrus juice between meals or isolated, while others consume acidic foods, can favor the development of caries. The combination of sugar and acid substances in citrus juices favors greater dentine erosion, with consequent increased risk of caries. So if you have a habit of drinking juice, a good practice is to brush your teeth to clean the mouth, so that oral bacteria found no substrate to act. It is estimated that the chance of having problems caries triples when juices are taken, compared with the intake of other foods that are not acidic or sugary nature.

Grapefruit juice and drug interaction. Intake of certain fruit juices action interferes certain drugs and therefore in the therapeutic process. In the case of grapefruit juice, is studied to reduce the effectiveness if taken in conjunction with the following medications: fexofenadine ( antihistamine), etoposide ( anticancer ), atenolol, celiprolol and talinolol (beta blockers used in the prevention of heart attacks and treatment of hypertension ), cyclosporine (used to prevent rejection after organ transplantation ), and some antibiotics. It is also shown that grapefruit juice increases the action of antidepressants and statins beyond the desired effect, so their combined intake should be avoided if these treatments are followed.

Benefits of citrus health

Posted on May 16, 2014 by john in Benefits of fruit

Citrus fruits have become an important ally for health, especially in winter. In fact, the current dietary recommendations recommend consuming a citrus a day to maintain levels of vitamin C. This vitamin is water soluble characteristics, which means it can not be stored in the body and need to be ingested regularly to avoid deficit. Although there are fruits with higher content of vitamin, citrus part of our diet since time immemorial and its possibilities in the kitchen are numerous, which makes them ideal for keeping the levels of vitamin C during the winter, where the consumption of fruits and vegetables usually decline.

Another recommendation that features citrus is encourage consumption when foods are eaten in iron, especially iron ‘ non-heme ‘. This is because this type of iron, present in the plant, has a low bioavailability and the presence of both vitamin C and ascorbic acid favor absorption.

There are no contraindications in citrus consumption in healthy people and, on the contrary, as mentioned, your daily intake is recommended children. However, under certain conditions can create discomfort, as in the case of GERD or ulcers in the stomach or mouth. If you notice that your consumption does not suit you, it is necessary for you to secure the supply of vitamin C through other fruits and vegetables.

Citrus fruits in the kitchen

Citrus fruits have been used in combination with other ingredients in the kitchen of many cultures, whether to provide flavor and aroma, or to help you cook some food through its acidic juices. For example, the ceviche, a popular dish of Peru, consisting of strips of white fish marinated in lime juice ( or lemon ), usually mixed with other ingredients such as chopped onions, chili pepper and cilantro. Citric acid denatures the fish proteins, so if need to provide heat cooking. Another example of its use is found in India, where the combination of lime with fresh coconut is characteristic of many of the curries are prepared there.

Although the use of lemon and orange identify quickly with its use in baking, there are many recipes that combine with savory or umami ingredients. For example, in Morocco lemons are cooked in the tagine in Greece are used in the roast lamb and the Spanish culture is central to making sauces like mayonnaise.

If you want to make the most of the kitchen should know that the taste of citrus pulp is very different from the shell. Most of the citrus scent is in the outer epidermis. The thin layer covering the skin is full of tiny glands that hide aromatic oils, widely used in the kitchen. The white part of the rind is rich in pectin gelling, whose properties have also been used for many culinary experts, especially when creating jams with the addition of plenty of sugar.
Sample recipe with citrus

Here ‘s how to prepare a dish using these fruits : Autumnal citrus salad for four people:
Autumn citrus salad

For four people.
ingredients

200 g of endive.
1 orange sweet.
1 grapefruit.
½ red onion.
8 anchovies.
Extra virgin olive oil.
A piece of ginger root.
Fleur de sel.

preparation

Wash escarole and let it drain. Chop the onion and then paring orange and grapefruit, removing the white part of the skin to remove the bitterness, and cut thinly with a sharp knife.
To assemble the dish, place a base of endive, switch over slices of orange and grapefruit. Garnish with some chopped red onion, anchovies and dress with the oil mixed with a little grated ginger. Add a few flakes of sea salt to taste and serve.

10 Benefits of manuka honey

Posted on May 3, 2014 by john in Health Food

If you think that something as delicious as honey has to be bad for your health, you’re wrong. Manuka honey is anti microbial and anti viral. Besides being an antioxidant that can help increase vitality and immunity, is the most prized and sought after in the world honey. Want to know why? We tell your profits!

Manuka Honey or Manuka Honey is honey containing antibacterial component that sets it apart from other honeys. This particular one is the result of a process in which the bees pollinate the Manuka bush nectar, also known as ‘ tea tree ‘, grown in New Zealand. For decades, Manuka has drawn the attention of scientists and medical professionals that ensure their high beneficial properties that the current honey can not compete. For example, helps to regenerate skin and improve digestion.

We talked Nausheen Qureshi, biochemist and founder of the luxury brand Elethea to discover what the benefits of this honey are. Notes!

1. You will look more radiant and young skin

A jar of Manuka is a fantastic idea for any skin treatment. Its composition makes this honey offers some amazing benefits and has become a benchmark of beauty for many prescribers. Why is it so good for the complexion ? This honey is perfect for those little dry or hydrated skin that dry or flake easily. Nausheen explains that ” collagen containing Manuka Honey improves the dermis layer.”

2. For infections

This honey has been used, particularly in New Zealand, to heal cuts and wound infections for over 4000 years. On the skin, Manuka provides an ideal healing treatment and storing a large content of water on the surface of the skin by osmosis.

3. It acts as a mask

This dish can also help heal skin irritations. Nausheen says ” as an anti-inflammatory, Manuka Honey can provide relief spots, eczema or eczematous dermatitis and other irritations and lesions on the skin. How do we get we disappear ? Apply honey all over the face or is irritated areas and 10 or 15 minutes, remove the mask and wash your face with warm water.results are wonderful!

4. Balance your pH

If you have sensitive skin or problem that causes irregularities in the pH of your skin, Manuka can also help you find new natural pH balance as it promotes healing and removes bacteria that causes an imbalance in it.

5. Keeps skin hydrated

Uploaded by antioxidants, this honey not only offers protection against damage, but also helps keep skin soft and hydrated. Likewise, it is also beneficial to heal more quickly cuts and wounds.

6. Acts on eye and ear infections

The combination of honey and eyes does not seem, in principle, a good idea. However, it can be used to avoid eye infections or dry them. How? Add a tablespoon of Manuka in a cup of hot water and mix. Use it as a dropper for the next few days until the infection is cleared. Even if you have ear infection is also very effective. But remember that everyone is different and there are eye problems and in very different ears, so before this experiment, consult it with your doctor.

7. It is a nutritional supplement

This honey is composed of a host of vitamins and minerals, many more than any other type of honey. And if you eat it by the spoonful is not your thing, you can mix it with other foods, such as fruit in a delicious salad, and so your desire to eat this honey daily will increase.

8. Improve the digestive process

Already prone to puffing or you have digestive problems ? This delicacy can calm some problems such as stomach ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, acid reflux and indigestion. How to do it ? Simply dissolve a tablespoon or two in a cup of hot water or milk and then let the magic begin Manuka.

9. Increase your energy!

If you need a boost every morning to get up out of bed and start your day with vitality, try dissolving some Manuka honey in a cup of tea or squirt over toast. You will start the day and Popeye!

10. Disease control

Research suggests that Manuka honey can help relieve respiratory ailments such as asthma, and, since 2004, the British National Health Service has authorized the use of dressings and creams, manuka honey for wounds and other ailments.

Never thought the bee juice could be so powerful. Now that you know all the benefits of Manuka Honey, you will change the traditional honey jar for this ?

The benefits of eating bananas

Posted on April 30, 2014 by john in Benefits of fruit

Bananas contain three natural sugars : sucrose, fructose and glucose combined with natural fiber that fruit provides immediate abundance of energy.

Through research it has been proven that eating two bananas provide enough energy for a strenuous 90 minutes.

No wonder the banana is the number one fruit consumed by leading athletes world. But energy is not the only way in which we favor bananas, we can also help overcome or prevent a substantial number of illnesses and conditions, making its inclusion in our daily diet is a must.

When compared to an apple, it has four times the protein, twice the carbohydrate, three times the phosphorus, five times the vitamin A and iron, and twice the other vitamins and minerals. It is also rich in potassium and is one of the best value foods that can be found.

DEPRESSION
According to a recent survey undertaken by MIND amongst people suffering from depression, many felt much better after eating a banana. This is because bananas contain ” triptophan “, a type of protein that the body converts into serotonin, which is known to make you relax, improve mood and make you feel happier.

PRE - MENSTRUAL SYMPTOMS
Forget pills and eating a banana. The vitamin B6 it contains regulates blood glucose levels in the blood can affect your mood

ANEMIA
The high iron content of bananas stimulates the production of hemoglobin in the blood and helps to resolve cases of anemia.

BLOOD PRESSURE
This unique tropical fruit is extremely high in potassium yet low in salt, making it perfect to beat blood pressure fruit. So much so that the U.S. Food and Drug administration has just allowed the banana industry to make official claims about its ability to reduce blood pressure the corresponding heart attack.

BRAIN POWER
200 school students in England, ate bananas through their exams this year, both at breakfast, break, and lunch in a bid to boost their brain power. The investigation showed that the potassium-packed fruit can assist learning process, giving them greater ability to concentrate

CONSTIPATION
A diet high in fiber, including bananas can help restore normal bowel action, helping to overcome the problem without resorting to laxatives.

SURF
One of the quickest ways of curing a hangover or “raw ” is to take a banana milkshake, sweetened with miel.La banana calms the stomach and with the help of the honey, builds up depleted blood sugar levels in the blood, while the milk soothes and re-hydrates your system

MOSQUITO BITES
Before using the cream from mosquito bites, try rubbing the affected area with the inside of the banana peel area. Many people find that the result in the. Reducing swelling and irritation is extraordinary.

ULCERS
The banana is used as part of the dietary food against intestinal disorders because of its soft texture and smoothness. It is the only raw fruit that can be eaten without distress in chronic cases. It also neutralizes over -acidity and reduces irritation by coating the lining of the stomach.

OVERWEIGHT AND STRESS AT WORK
Studies of the Institute of Psychology in Austria found pressure at work leads to gorging on ” comfort food ” like chocolate and chips. In reviewing 5,000 hospital patients, researchers found the most obese were high-pressure jobs. The report concluded that, to avoid panic-induced food unrestrained desire, you need to control the level of blood sugar taking snacks high carbohydrate foods every two hours to keep levels steady.

CASUAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER (DAO )
This disorder is caused by low levels of tryptophan in the blood, leading to dispersion.

Bananas can help solve this problem by acting as a natural mood enhancer.

SPILL
According to an investigation of “The New England Journal of Medicine ” : Eating bananas regularly as an integral part of our diet can cut the risk of death from spills as much as 40 %.

STRESS
Potassium is a vital mineral, which helps normalize the
heartbeat, sends oxygen to the brain and regulates your body’s water balance.

When we are stressed, our metabolic rate rises, thereby reducing our potassium levels.

This can be rebalanced with the help of a high -potassium snack Banana.

WARTS
Fans of natural alternatives swear that if you want
eradicate a wart, a piece of banana peel is taken and put on the wart, with the yellow side out.

Carefully fastened to the skin with a plaster or bandage plaster. Banana is a remedy for many ills.

SMOKING
Bananas can also help people who are trying to quit smoking. The B6 and B12 they contain, as well as the potassium and magnesium found in it, help the body recover from the effects of nicotine withdrawal.

What Are The Foods To Burn Abdominal Fat Fast

Posted on April 24, 2014 by john in Benefits of fruit, How to lose belly fat

Millions of people who are troubled to remove fat around the waist.

Well, to be complexed by belly fat should not necessarily suffer from obesity, including Thin people have problems with fat around the waist.

This problem has led to the operating room for hundreds and hundreds of people in the world, however you must be very careful with surgeries performed are not really necessary.

As there are many natural methods that help remove the fat without the need for exposure to surgical procedures that can result in medical complications.

Know that the body uses fat as an energy reserve and is necessary for the body organs to function normally.

However, when not using these energies consumed and fatty acids which accumulate in the liver and muscle tissues also become.

And that’s when you start to notice that greasers uncomfortable, so I can eat foods to burn abdominal fat.

Risks You Can Avoid If Consumes Food To Burn Abdominal Fat

Stomach fat brings some health risks due to the possibility that some clogged arteries and heart problems this generally increases, so, it is recommended that men ‘s waist size not exceeding 102 inches, and in women who do not exceed 88 inches.

There are many factors that increase the possibility of forming fat around the waist, things such as a sedentary lifestyle, levels of triglycerides, an unbalanced diet and even stress.

What Are The Foods To Burn Belly Fat ?

Actually there are many foods that help the body to function more effectively and can remove fat more easily, today we will recommend some, eating foods to burn abdominal fat can be very beneficial.

There are low-fat products such as milk, yogurt, and low fat cheeses contain lots of calcium and help break down fat cells work as long as the products of this type you consume are skim.

Oranges, grapefruits and lemons are citrus fruits that contain lots of vitamin C, and it helps the body process fat more quickly and fight insulin which leads to weight gain.

The melon is a fruit rich in potassium, which helps regulate sodium levels.

Nuts contain omega 3 and helps in reducing stress hormones like cortisol and helps to gain weight, you should be aware that they should not be consumed in large quantities.

Almonds have a glycemic index that greatly helps to control blood sugar levels and helps the metabolism is activated, they are rich in protein, fiber and calcium, so they are a very good source of energy, it is important to consume lots small.

Oats contain a good dose of fiber and protein, this helps lower cholesterol levels, is also a blood purifier by substances possessing also helps to encapsulate the stands and toxins to expel easily from the body.

Foods To Burn Abdominal Fat

Stop accumulate fat then remove it with food to burn abdominal fat. Know when and how to consume to maximize their effect through the book LOSE ABDOMINAL FAT Mike Geary.

The program is to use the natural power of food to stimulate your body to burn excess abdominal fat. Meet and will avail all the benefits of each of the foods to burn belly fat.

10 Foods to reduce belly fat

Posted on April 24, 2014 by john in Health Food, How to lose belly fat, Weight loss and diet plans

Incorporating certain foods into your diet and adding a proper exercise routine, you will achieve rid of that uncomfortable abdominal fat.

Believe it or not, the problem of accumulation of fat in the abdomen affects millions of people around the world, regardless of their physical condition, and that this issue is complex even for people without overweight. No wonder more and more increase liposuction and surgery to remove the uncomfortable ” roll “.

But watch out, you should be clear that there are natural and healthy ways to help you combat this nuisance without exposing your body interventions that ultimately may be harmful.

The first thing is to know that our body has fat as energy reserves to protect from climate change and is necessary for normal functioning of the organs ; however when the energies are not used and consumed become more fatty acids accumulate in the liver and muscle tissues.

Risk of abdominal fat

According to research in Finland and published in the journal European Health Journal, the fat stored in the stomach area creates health hazards due to the potential increase of clogged arteries and may lead to future heart problems. Therefore, it is recommended that the waist in men does not exceed 102 inches and in the case of women than beyond 88 inches.

There are several factors that contribute to the accumulation of abdominal fat in the body, some of them are: sedentary lifestyle, stress, genes, triglycerides, hormones and poor diet.

The strawberry is one of the foods that help reduce abdominal fat.

So it is important that you know and that you include in your usual schedule the following foods that allow you to get rid of the annoying and harmful belly fat :

1 - low -fat dairy products : This group includes milk, yogurt and low-fat cheeses include, but are all high in calcium content, since this element helps break down fat cells. Remember that it is essential that these products are nonfat.

2 - Citrus : Like oranges, grapefruits and lemons by the high content of vitamin C, which helps the body process fat faster and allow combat insulin that lead to weight gain.

3 - Melon : This fruit is rich in potassium which can regulate levels of sodium and deal with the problems of swelling.

4 - Nuts: Because this fruit contains Omega 3 helps reduce levels of stress hormones like cortisol, which contributes to weight gain. The important thing is to have them in proper doses and not abuse them.

5 - Almonds : On the glycemic index can control sugar levels and helps activate the metabolism. They are also rich in protein, calcium, fiber and Omega 3, transforming them into important sources of energy. It also should eat smaller portions 10 and 15 is desirable.

6 - Avena. Has high levels of fiber and protein, which helps to reduce cholesterol levels. He was also known as a blood purifier due to substances possessing, allowing encapsulated fats and then expel toxins from the body.

7 - Vegetables high in fiber : In this group, spinach, broccoli and asparagus, because they have a high thermic effect and a low calorie density. Its nutrients allow the intestines to absorb less fat, optimizing the functioning of the digestive system and strengthening the immune system.

8 - Raspberries, Strawberries, Blackberries and Blueberries : These fruits contain a high amount of fiber and water, and top it off with few calories. Similarly, possess flavonoids which helps regulate sodium levels ; and have anthocyanins, inhibiting the absorption of fats and sugars. The recommendation is to eat between meals.

9 - Salmon : This food is a high source of Omega 3 and has protein that contributes to the formation of good cholesterol (HDL ), activating the metabolism and encouraging spending excess abdominal fat. Similarly, their fatty acids suppress the accumulation of fat in the body.

10 - Olive Oil. This element is rich in unsaturated fats which benefits our body. Promotes nutrient absorption and lowers cholesterol levels. Yes, it is essential not to use it as cooking oil, as its composition changes.

Bonus Track : Another food known for its anti- abdominal fat is green tea because it stimulates metabolism, regulates glucose levels and reduces blood pressure. Contains polyphenols that help control stress hormones, and decrease the conversion of glucose into fat. If you consume after meals benefits the passage of food through the gut, facilitating the absorption of nutrients.

Adding these foods to your diet, practicing at least 30 minutes a day of physical and being patient and persevering activity, you’ll not only have a flat stomach but will also improve your physical appearance and most importantly, your health.