Artichokes July 28, 2009

I love artichoke hearts and a great add on to salads. My aunt has told me artichokes are super healthy for you so I looked into what benefits they offer. Here is what I found out:

– full of fiber

– good source of protein

– contains vitamins and minerals including magnesium, chromium, manganese, potassium, phosphorus, iron, and calcium

– great source of vitamin A

– may lower cholesterol

– may help lower blood fat levels

 

Sources:

http://www.vegparadise.com/highestperch48.html

http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/394397/the_surprising_benefits_of_artichokes.html?cat=5

More on HFCS (high-fructose corn syrup) July 21, 2009

More on HFCS (high-fructose corn syrup):

http://www.facebook.com/ext/share.php?sid=126187627925&h=CRfyv&u=BMmQH&ref=nf

Feingold Diet July 15, 2009

My cousin shared this with me and now I would like to share it with you. It is really amazing and I am not surprised that diets affect they way children behave.

Here is what my cousin had to say: “I have a friend who’s 6 year old was diagnosed last Sept as having ADHD and Oppositional Defiant Disorder, fine and gross motor delay and sleep issues. He used to having screaming fits daily and so many behavioral problems. They put him on the Feingold diet, and his behavior has had a huge change…if he were evaluated today he would not be seen as having ADHD or ODD…no more sleep issues.”

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Part 2:

High-Fructose Corn Syrup Contains Mercury July 13, 2009

http://www.washingtonpost.com/wp-dyn/content/article/2009/01/26/AR2009012601831.html

Few Facts About HFCS

Here are a few facts about HFCS (high fructose corn syrup), and why you should stay away from it:

– it is linked to obesity

– it releases the hormone, ghrelin, which tells us to keep eating

– once eaten it is metabolized quicky by the liver and turns into fat

– it is processed

– leads to higher LDL levels

You want to try and avoid HFCS products all together. You are better off grabbing a piece of fruit when you are hungry or a glass of water when you are thirsty. But most of all read any product label before you buy it. You will be surprised where you find HFCS.

If you would like to read more please check out these links below:

http://www.naturalnews.com/024466_corn_health_HFCS.html

http://www.naturalnews.com/026468_sugar_corn_corn_syrup.html

http://www.naturalnews.com/025292_corn_HFCS_food.html

Cucumbers July 7, 2009

Did you know that cucumbers act as a medical aid and also a beauty aid?

Cucumbers are known to have a cooling nature and is commonly used as an astringents, which are good for sunburns and for tightening pores. Placing cucumber slices over your eyes can really relieve swollen, dry or irritated eyes.

Pure Know How… July 4, 2009

I found this great website I wanted to share with you. It tells you about all the ingredients you should avoid in, sunscreens, shampoo, and other beauty products….

Check it out!

http://www.pureknowhow.com/content/chemicals.php#sia