Its nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz) is:

Energy      218 kJ (52 kcal)

Carbohydrates     13.81 g

- Sugars    10.39 g

- Dietary fiber   2.4 g

Fat   0.17 g

Protein     0.26 g

Water       85.56 g

Vitamin A equiv. 3 ¦Ìg (0%)

Thiamine (vit. B1)      0.017 mg (1%)

Riboflavin (vit. B2)    0.026 mg (2%)

Niacin (vit. B3) 0.091 mg (1%)

Pantothenic acid (B5)   0.061 mg (1%)

Vitamin B6 0.041 mg (3%)

Folate (vit. B9) 3 ¦Ìg (1%)

Vitamin C   4.6 mg (6%)

Calcium     6 mg (1%)

Iron 0.12 mg (1%)

Magnesium   5 mg (1%)

Phosphorus 11 mg (2%)

Potassium   107 mg (2%)

Zinc 0.04 mg (0%)

I think that for the most of you this information is enough to make your conclisons. But if you are not so familiar with these chemistry and biochemistry, I want to write some details for you. Let’s do it!

a) Energy, carbohydrates, sugars…Well, I don’t think that they’re that healthy. So, I would like to skip them. OK?

b) Dietary fiber. Oh, yes! This is something healthy. They: may reduce appetite; lowers variance in blood sugar levels; reduce risk of cardiovascular disease; may reduce risk of colorectal cancer

c) Water. No water – no life. Water is a main part of the hydrotherapy. Water helps you to avoid a lot of diseases.

d) Vitamins (Vitamin A, Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B9, Vitamin C). Even the kids know that there are tons of benefits for the health. They are essential for the normal growth and development of a multicellular organism.

e) The other elements: Iron, Phosphorus, Calcium, etc.

They’re also very useful and essential for your body (for example – bones, teeth, etc.)

Hence, to sum up – the conclusion is that an apple is really a good healthy choice. But, to be really sure that the apples are completely healthy for you, as well, ask your doctor.

THE GREEN TEA

Green tea is a very popular drink. It has been shown to inhibit the growth of cancer cells!

Let’s continue with a vegatable. It is

THE GARLIC

Some people think that it’s effective and it’s a kind of a magic plant. There are some statistical studies indicated that cancer occurs the least in those communities where garlic and onions are eaten regularly. Garlic contains:

Carbohydrates     33.06 g

- Sugars    1.00g

- Dietary fiber   2.1 g

Fat   0.5 g

Protein     6.39 g

- beta-carotene   5 ¦Ìg (0%)

Thiamine (vit. B1)      0.2 mg (17%)

Riboflavin (vit. B2)    0.11 mg (9%)

Niacin (vit. B3) 0.7 mg (5%)

Pantothenic acid (B5)   0.596 mg (12%)

Vitamin B6 1.235 mg (95%)

Folate (vit. B9) 3 ¦Ìg (1%)

Vitamin C   31.2 mg (38%)

Calcium     181 mg (18%)

Iron 1.7 mg (13%)

Magnesium   25 mg (7%)

Phosphorus 153 mg (22%)

Potassium   401 mg (9%)

Sodium      17 mg (1%)

Zinc 1.16 mg (12%)

Manganese 1.672 mg

Selenium 14.2 ¦Ìg

http://newshealth.net/garlic-helps-against-painful-osteoarthritis/

As you can see almost all these are very useful for your health.

The next vegatable is:

THE ONION

As we mentioned above – there are some statistical studies indicated that cancer occurs the least in those communities where garlic and onions are eaten regularly.

How about some fruit? The one I would like to suggest is:

THE APPLE

You probably know the famous proverb “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.”

Image an apple, with skin (edible parts). Its nutritional value per 100 g (3.5 oz) is:

Energy      218 kJ (52 kcal)

Carbohydrates     13.81 g

- Sugars    10.39 g

- Dietary fiber   2.4 g

Fat   0.17 g

Protein     0.26 g

Water       85.56 g

Vitamin A equiv. 3 ¦Ìg (0%)

Thiamine (vit. B1)      0.017 mg (1%)

Riboflavin (vit. B2)    0.026 mg (2%)

Niacin (vit. B3) 0.091 mg (1%)

Pantothenic acid (B5)   0.061 mg (1%)

Vitamin B6 0.041 mg (3%)

Folate (vit. B9) 3 ¦Ìg (1%)

Vitamin C   4.6 mg (6%)

Calcium     6 mg (1%)

Iron 0.12 mg (1%)

Magnesium   5 mg (1%)

Phosphorus 11 mg (2%)

Potassium   107 mg (2%)

Zinc 0.04 mg (0%)

http://newshealth.net/health-benefits-of-apple-cider-vinegar/

Of course food is not everything. The good, healthy food have to be combined with good rest, good sport and positive life.

According to the infectious agent, zoonoses can be: parasites, protozoa, helminths (nematodes, cestodes and trematodes), fungi, bacteria, viruses and pria. So many people all around the world have no idea how many disease (some of these diseases are pretty scary) are there. But if you read this article you’re lucky, because now you’ll see a partial list of these diseases (zoonosis):

Anthrax

Babesiosis

Balantidiasis

Barmah Forest virus

Bartonellosis

Bilharzia

Bolivian hemorrhagic fever

Brucellosis

Borrelia (Lyme disease and others)

Borna virus infection

Bovine tuberculosis

Campylobacteriosis

Cat Scratch Disease

Chagas disease

Chlamydophila psittaci

Cholera

Cowpox

Creutzfeldt-Jakob disease (vCJD), a transmissible spongiform encephalopathy (TSE) from bovine spongiform encephalopathy (BSE) or “mad cow disease”

Crimean-Congo hemorrhagic fever

Cryptosporidiosis

Cutaneous larva migrans

Dengue fever

Ebola

Echinococcosis

Escherichia coli O157:H7

Erysipelothrix rhusiopathiae

Eastern equine encephalitis virus

Western equine encephalitis virus

Venezuelan equine encephalitis virus

Giardia lamblia

H1N1 flu

Hantavirus

Helminths

Hendra virus

Henipavirus

Human Immunodeficiency Virus

Korean hemorrhagic fever

Kyasanur forest disease

L¨¢brea fever

Lassa fever

Leishmaniasis

Leptospirosis

Listeriosis

Lymphocytic choriomeningitis virus

Marburg fever

Mediterranean spotted fever

Mycobacterium marinum

Monkey B

Nipah fever

Ocular larva migrans

Omsk hemorrhagic fever

Ornithosis (psittacosis)

Orf (animal disease)

Oropouche fever

Pasteurellosis

Plague

Puumala virus

Q-Fever

Psittacosis, or “parrot fever”

Rabies

Rift Valley fever

Ringworms (Tinea canis)

Rotavirus

Salmonellosis

Sodoku

Sparganosis

Streptococcus suis

Toxocariasis

Toxoplasmosis

Trichinosis

Tularemia, or “rabbit fever”

Typhus of Rickettsiae

Venezuelan hemorrhagic fever

Visceral larva migrans

West Nile virus

Yellow fever

Yersiniosis

Other zoonoses might be:

Glanders

SARS (possibly; civet cats may spread the disease, or may catch the disease from humans.)

Now, I hope, for everyone is pretty clear that to keep a pet at home is a risky choice. Before take a decision to have some pets, please think twice!

Be healthy!

What food should I eat in order to lose weight?

a) Pineapples (Ananas comosus)

It is not just good for your diet, but it is also very healthy. The raw pineapple is a great source of Manganese, vitamin C, Calcium, Phosphorus, Pottasium and others.

Pineapple is also rich in water and fiber. They are two ingredients that are most important for losing weight.

b) Grapefruits (Citrus paradisi)

Grapefruits are one of the best sources of many nutrients and phytochemicals that contribute to a healthy diet. The raw grapefruit is a very good source of vitamin C, Calcium, Zinc and others.

Grapefruit is also rich in water and fiber. As you know already – they are two ingredients that are most important for losing weight.

c) Pumpkin (Cucurbita)

Pumpkins are also one of the sources of dietary fibers. It is a good source of vitamin A, beta-carotene, Pottasium, vitamin C and others. Pumpkins are easy to cook and they are a low calorie, healthy meal.

d) Green tea

Green tea is made solely with the leaves of Camellia sinensis that have undergone minimal oxidation during processing. Green tea contains vitamin C, zinc, manganese and many others. It is more potent antioxidant than black tea. Green tea is perfect for diets and one of the best weight loss drinks ever.

Good luck with these weight loss natural products and DON’T FORGET to consult your doctor, because some of these food (sometimes) are able to hurt your body, as far as every personal body is different (age, health status, climate, profession, etc.)

Antioxidants are substances that are beneficial for the general health and the eyes make no exception. Antioxidants protect the body from free radicals that are responsible for many health problems. Also, vitamins are very important for the nutrition of the body. You need to provide your body with vitamins A, E and C, as well as with microelements like selenium and carotenoids.

According to a research conducted by the American National Eye Institute there are certain nutrients that are essential for the good health of the eyes. These nutrients include beta carotene, vitamin C, vitamin E, zinc, omega-3 fatty acids, zeaxanthin and lutein. Foods that contain high levels of these substances can successfully prevent ocular degeneration.

Carrots are one of the most beneficial foods. They are rich in beta carotene – the antioxidant that minimized the risk of macular degeneration and cataracts. You can consume carrots fresh or cooked, as salads, or soups.

Other health foods that are recommended for good eyes include Brussels sprouts, bell peppers and broccoli. They all contain lots of vitamin C which is obligatory if you want to keep your eyes in perfect health condition.  Spinach and sweet potatoes are other vegetables that are very useful in cases of vision problems.

In addition to vegetables, meat is also very good for the eyes. Ostrich meat is proven to be most beneficial for good eyes health but it can be also substituted for chicken, turkey or lamb.

First of all, barefoot walking makes certain muscles stronger. These are the muscles in the lower part of the body – those on the feet, legs and hips. Shoes don’t allow these muscles to stretch in a proper way and causes tension over them. So, walking without shoes relieves the tension and makes the muscles more agile. Stronger and more flexible muscles are good for your coordination and prevent many injuries thus improving your health.

Various studies have shown that walking barefoot is very beneficial in cases of joint problems. Shoes with high heels and thick soles affect the natural alignment of the joints but walking without footwear improves proper alignment not only of the knee joint, but also of hip joint and the joint of the lower back. This results in a proper and comfortable posture and helps you experience relief from joint problems.

In addition, walking without shoes improves the body posture. Footwear, especially inappropriate and uncomfortable one, affects the proper function of foot muscles and this may cause bad posture. All this often leads to back aches. If you walk barefoot, your muscles will be enhanced and your body structure will be positively influenced. This will result in improved general health.

Many people suffer from varicose veins. One common reason is uncomfortable shoes that we wear for long hours every day. Footwear doesn’t allow the feet to move freely and this makes blood circulation more difficult. Barefoot walking will improve the circulation and will be very beneficial for more efficient flow of blood to the legs.

You should use each opportunity to walk barefoot because this practice is extremely beneficial for your health and it relieves many health problems.

The main curry ingredient is turmeric. It is famous for its yellow colour but is has many health benefits. Turmeric is used for its anticeptic properties in India and it is a popular treatment in cases of cuts and skin burns. Various studies try to find out if turmeric can treat Alzheimer’s disease.

Cinnamon is a powerful antioxidant that is widely used in cosmetic products. Cinnamon oil has antimicrobial properties.

Black pepper is the most beneficial ingredient of curry. It has been used for many years and centuries to promote better health and to treat various health problems, including hemorrhoids and constipation. Black pepper also improves digestion and promotes sweating. It has antibacterial properties. In addition, black pepper is an antioxidant that helps for breaking down fat cells.

Anise leaves are popular because of their abilities to sooth digestive problems and to treat toothaches. Oil extract is often used for treatment of lice and scabies.

Cardamom is another curry’s ingredient that is useful for your health. It is widely used in Chinese medicine for treatment of stomach aches, dysentery, constipation and other digestive problems.

Chili peppers contain lots of vitamin C and A, as well as most of the vitamins from the B group. In addition, chili peppers are rich is potassium, magnesium and iron.

Clovers are valued by people because they are believed to be very effective when people try to stop smoking.

Curry may also be helpful in cases of colds in children, as well as in mild cases of asthma and bronchitis. Also, some of the ingredients found in curry can promote relaxation and treat anxiety. Coriander is one such ingredient. It is often used in Iranian medicine to treat insomnia.

Fresh fruit and vegetable juices provide your body with a concentrated dosage of vitamins, amino acids and minerals. In addition, juices are rich in fibre which is very beneficial for your digestive system. Many people substitute a few of their regular meals with fresh juices because they want to lose some weight.

There are numerous juice recipes that will fulfill the needs and wishes of the whole family. You can choose particular fruits and vegetable in order to treat or avoid specific diseases and health problems. It is important to choose only fresh products with high quality because otherwise the juices won’t much beneficial. For this purpose you should purchase them from local health store or markets. The fruits and vegetables should be clean of pesticides and dangerous chemicals.

The carrot juice is one of the most beneficial juices because it has many positive effects on your body. To prepare it you need a few peeled and cleaned carrots, some lettuce, one apple and one lemon. All these ingredients should be juiced and you should drink the mixture immediately. This juice is rich in vitamin A and vitamins from the B group. It also contains high levels of calcium.

Fresh fruit and vegetable juices are very beneficial for your health because they reduce the risk of many serious diseases and help you maintain your general health.

There are some foods you need to avoid in order to maintain your good health and comfort during you monthly period. The hormones make you feel bloated and hungry in the same time, but you should be careful about what you eat. Thus, you need to avoid sugar, fatty meats, and fast foods. Also, you need to limit the intake of salt and caffeine. Alcohol will just make you feel more uncomfortable and will increase the effects of the mood changes you experience.

Now, let’s take a look at the foods that are beneficial during a menstrual cycle. Minerals and vitamins are of great importance because they help your body maintains its proper functions and balance. So, you need to increase the intake of minerals and vitamins, such as iron, magnesium, vitamin B, vitamin E, and calcium. For this purpose you should consume leafy vegetables, beans, nuts, potatoes, oatmeal, eggs, milk products and broccoli.

In addition, you should eat products that contain omega-3 fatty acids, such as flaxseed, walnuts and salmon. Omega-3 fatty acids can reduce the pain during menstruation. Complex carbohydrates are also very beneficial because they help you maintain normal blood sugar levels. To provide your body with complex carbohydrate, you need to eat fresh fruits and vegetables, as well as whole grains.

Dark chocolate is also recommended because it will help you improve your mood and feel better. It will also satisfy your need to eat something sweet.
 

The foods you eat during your period will not just help you keep your health, but will also reduce the symptoms associated with this period.

The two main ingredients of coffee that are beneficial for our health are antioxidants and caffeine. Both substances can improve the health and possess anti-aging properties. Antioxidants are known to support your body in the repair of damaged cells affected by free radicals. Caffeine possesses the ability to fight certain effects of Parkinson’s Diseases, as well as other aging problems.

So, here are some of the health benefits of coffee:

-          Coffee lowers the risk of heart problems and especially of stroke – according to a recent study coffee reduces the risk of stroke up to 25 % in women and men. This result should be further studied.

-          Coffee soother pain in the muscles – if you drink a coffer prior to a workout in the gym, you can prevent muscle pain and soreness.

-          Coffee improves memory – new tests have found that caffeine has a beneficial effect on the process of thinking and improves memory.

-          Coffee limits the risk of various diseases – the antioxidants found in coffee are known to reduce the risk of different diseases, including diabetes, gallstones, Parkinson’s and some cancer types. In addition coffee can prevent cavities and can sooth asthma symptoms.

-          Coffee is powerful energy booster – this drink can enhance endurance and increase your levels of energy.

Just like tea, coffee has numerous health benefits but it shouldn’t be accept as some kind of a miracle drink. Excessive coffee consumption may cause headaches, problems with the digestive system, high blood pleasure and sleeplessness. That is why you shouldn’t drink too much coffee. Limit its intake to about 300 mg per day.