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Green Tea and its benefits
Pump it0 Dump it0      Posted on: 12-Nov-2009

Green tea is made from the dried leaves of Camellia sinensis, a perennial evergreen shrub. Green tea is the least processed and thus provides the most antioxidant polyphenols, notably a catechin called epigallocatechin-3-gallate (EGCG), which is believed to be responsible for most of the health benefits linked to green tea. Green tea has always been, and remains today, the most popular type of tea from China where most historians and botanists believe the tea plant originated throughout all of Asia.

green-tea

Types of Green Tea products in market:

  • Green Tea Extract: It usually comes in a concentrated liquid form, and can be added to everything from drinks, to bread, to a relaxing bath. It is a very versatile green tea product, but some would consider the taste of it a little too strong, so be sure to dilute it with each use.
  • Green Tea Diet Pills: One of the most popular uses for a green tea product is that of a dietary aid. It has been shown in a number of medical studies that certain properties of green tea can aid the body in burning more calories, and therefore aid in weight loss. Since not everyone has the time or inclination to drink a cup of green tea during the day, green tea diet pills might be a great alternative.
  • Green Tea Gum: This product is usually found in the dietary aid aisle of the grocery store, or perhaps behind the counter at your local health food supplier. In addition, for those who don't really enjoy the taste of green tea, this green tea product is often infused with other flavors such as mint or even strawberry.
  • Green Tea Mints: This is for those who want the convenience of green tea gum, but enjoy a harder form of candy; there is an alternative tea product. Green tea mints offer a great way to slowly ingest the beneficial properties of green tea.
green tea gum flavors


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Tips on how to cook healthy and feel great
Pump it1 Dump it0      Posted on: 08-Nov-2009

In recent times Americans are avoiding the kitchen and relying on the convenient yet fattening fare offered at fast food restaurants and other national chains. Plus most of these offer home delivery so now they have the added convenience of not even having to leave home!

While most people are aware that cooking at home is an effective way to save money, many of us ignore the fact that preparing our own meals can be beneficial to our health, as well.

Have a look at the picture below for some inspiration next next time you feel like having too much junk, it says it all.

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Can you believe Chocolate is good for you
Pump it0 Dump it0      Posted on: 03-Nov-2009

Since childhood we have heard chocolate is not good for our health and too much of chocolate can cause us great damage. But still it's so hard to resist as chocolates are so tempting. Now there is good news for all chocolate lovers. Science has proved that chocolate is good for you. We all know as you know chocolate is a junk food that can cause weight gain from calories, but eating the right version is the key to have healthy chocolate.

Can you believe Chocolate is good for you.

  • Chocolate is a champion antioxidant. Antioxidants help rid the body of free radicals, nasty little molecules running amok in your body which cause aging and disease.
  • Chocolate can provide natural health-promoting substances called flavonoids and flavonoids help to prevent heart disease and cancer. The flavonoids work to protect our cells from damage.
  • Flavonoids reduce the risk of blood clots, and slow down the immune responses that lead to clogged arteries.
  • Chocolate is a major stress reliever.
  • Chocolate contains many healthful benefits and is a powerful tool to aid in weight loss.

However health benefits completely depends on the type you eat every day that's from candy bars can be the wrong type to eat, which means you should find some of those healthy bars.

Dark Chocolate is the healthy form of chocolates. Dark Chocolate contains antioxidant that helps to:

  • Relax Blood Pressure
  • Balance Certain Hormones
  • Protect the body from the effects of free radicals
  • Stress free as it contains serotonin which acts as an antidepressant
  • Lower Cholesterol
  • Improve Sexual Function

Eating a small, 1.6-ounce bar of dark chocolate every day is good for you.Here is a previous post we have done: MMMM CHOCOLATE!! Stop the Sugar Craving

Choose healthy chocolates: Eating the good chocolate is something that goes good with any natural food balance.

  • Your bars should have the richest concentration of chocolate liquor.
  • The percentage of chocolate liquor is proudly displayed on the labels of quality chocolate bars.
  • Unsweetened baking chocolate has the highest percentage, followed by bittersweet and semi sweet chocolate.
  • Organic chocolates are the healthiest, since they have no pesticide residue.
  • Avoid chocolates high in sugar.
  • Favor other sweeteners that are more slowly absorbed, like evaporated cane juice or barley malt.
  • Don't eat any chocolate with hydrogenated fat. Avoid milk chocolate, which just adds saturated fat to your diet.
  • When you've found a dark, rich, mildly sweetened chocolate, eat it slowly and savor it.
  • Don't eat too much but enjoy this healthy yet sensuous addition to your diet.

 

(Sources: ezinearticles.com/?Thin-Secrets-of-Chocolate&id=2371689, facts-about-chocolate.com, webmd.com/news)


Type:HEALTH
Soft Drinks - good or bad?
Pump it0 Dump it0      Posted on: 03-Nov-2009

Soft drinks are often carbonated and commonly consumed while cold. The most common soft drinks are colas, flavored water, sparkling water, iced tea, sweet tea, lemonade, squash and fruit punch. The first marketed soft drinks (non-carbonated) in the Western world appeared in the 17th century. They were made from water and lemon juice sweetened with honey.

Soft Drinks - good or bad

Effects of soft drinks:

  • There is high sugar content in soft drink that is responsible for obesity.
  • Soft drinks are also the reason of type 2 diabetes.
  • Over consumption of soft drinks results in dental cavities and low nutrition level
  • Soft drinks also contain dangerous element like caffeine which is the reason of anxiety and sleep disruption.
  • Presence of Sodium benzoate in soft drinks has been investigated as a possible cause of DNA damage and hyperactivity.
  • The carbonation in all soft drinks causes calcium loss in the bones
  • In the spring of 2005, research showed a strong correlation between esophageal cancer and the drinking of carbonated beverages.
  • The salt in these "beverages" may reduce the amount of water in your cells.

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Peaches explained, MMMM
Pump it0 Dump it0      Posted on: 28-Oct-2009

A peach is a round juicy fruit with downy yellowish-red skin and a rough stone. It's a very healthy and nutritional fruit. Peaches have originated from china. The Chinese have developed an incredible amount of peach of races. Fresh peaches are seasonal, but peaches can be enjoyed canned or frozen all year round. Ripeness is indicated by a peachy aroma and some softness, so choose a peach that gives slightly to palm pressure.

Peaches explained.

Types of Peaches:

  • Clingstone: In this the flesh clings to the stone.
  • Freestone: This can be loosened from the pit with relative ease.

Nutritional Value:

  • Low in calories, one cup of sliced peaches has only 60 calories.
  • Peaches are packed with fiber, vitamins, minerals, and carotenoids.
  • Peaches are rich in iron and potassium.
  • Peaches are high in fiber and in Vitamins A, C, and E.
  • They also contain calcium.
  • They are also rich in phytochemicals which act as antioxidants.


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Balance your Life!
Pump it0 Dump it0      Posted on: 30-Sep-2009

In one life we have to play different roles, for example l am a wife, mother, daughter, sister, friend, granddaughter, cousin, cleaner, dishwasher, clothes drier, clothes washer, iron lady, chauffer, cook....just to name a few. If l had to get paid by the hour for what l do and how many hours l put in l would be a millionaire by now and l guess paying someone else  to do these things, lol! But instead l need to find balance in my life each day so that all these tasks can be done, l can be sane and l can also have time to myself. So here are some helpful tips....

  • Try to go for work early and don't take work home. This will require you to learn how to switch of from work when you get home, so that you can spend more "quality" time at home with your family.
  • Always try to avoid working in weekends if you can, they are short enough as it is, lol
  • In your day planner along with meeting schedules also write birthdays as you always look in it and you can plan ahead.
  • Take a break during work and do some stretching exercises right at your seat or get up each hour to get a glass of water, or make a herbal tea.
  • Eat healthy, your body will thank-you for it. I found these great healthy snacks, that taste great and are good for you and they are Only In A Woman's World Frito Lay products which include Smartfood popcorn clusters, SunChips or 100 Calorie Pack. Once you try them you will never go back to eating anything else.
  • If you are tight for time, do your exercise during your lunch hour, or if you are a busy stay at home mum, put your baby in the stroller and go for a power walk.
  • Take time out each day to do something you like, whether it is to do a facial, catch up on your reading or just to relax.
  • Call your friends so see how they are going so at least they know you are thinking of them.

You are the CEO of your life so take control and manage it well. You ultimately need to find what is right for you and what brings balance to your life. But l hope these tips can help you get started. This post was sponsored by Only In A Woman's World, to check out more go to www.awomansworld.com


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Tasty Fried Green Tomatoes
Pump it0 Dump it0      Posted on: 29-Sep-2009

The flavour of the fried green tomatoes goes well with anything in the meat category, from pork chops to lamb and T-bones.Yumm!

Tasty Fried Green Tomatoes
 


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Diarrhea - an uncomfortable situation
Pump it0 Dump it0      Posted on: 25-Sep-2009

Diarrhea is the frequent passage of loose, watery, soft stools with or without abdominal bloating, pressure, and cramps. Acute diarrhea is a common problem that usually lasts 1 or 2 days and goes away on its own without special treatment. Prolonged diarrhea persisting for more than 2 days may be a sign of a more serious problem and poses the risk of dehydration.

Diarrhea - an uncomfortable situation

Causes:

  • Several types of bacteria may enter your body through contaminated food or water can cause diarrhea.
  • Viruses are also the cause of diarrhea.
  • Parasites may enter the body through food or water and settle in the digestive system.
  • Reaction to certain medicines can also cause diarrhea.
  • Intestinal disorders or diseasesincludinginflammatory bowel disease,irritable bowel syndrome,diverticulitis, andceliac diseasecan cause diarrhea.
  • Some people has problem digesting some food products like sweeteners and lactose (the sugar found in milk) can cause diarrhea.
  • Some people also develop diarrhea after stomach surgery or removal of the gallbladder.


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Fast food can also be healthy
Pump it0 Dump it0      Posted on: 17-Sep-2009

Do you and your family love eating fast food but generally kill your craving for the sake of health? Don't worry, there's good news for all the lovers of fast food. Even you can prepare or choose healthy fast food and enjoy the same taste.

Fast food

Tips to choose healthy fast food in restaurants:

  • Menu selection plays very crucial role. Always order dishes with more vegetables and leaner meats. Try to avoid dishes labeled deep-fried, pan-fried, basted, batter-dipped, breaded, creamy, crispy, scalloped, Alfredo, au gratin or in cream sauce as they are high in calories.
  • When it comes to beverage, don't drink soda, it has lots of hidden calories. Try adding a little lemon to your water or ordering unsweetened iced tea.
  • Checking the dressing is also very important as dressings like spreads, cheese, and sour cream are high in calories. Always undress your food and try to add ketchups and mustard yourself according to the taste and requirement.
  • You can always ask to prepare your food little differently which will bring a huge difference for your health. For instance, ask for olive oil and vinegar for your salads or order the dressing "on the side" and spoon only a small amount on at a time. If your food is fried or cooked in oil or butter, ask to have it broiled or steamed.
  • Deciding on size is also important. Don't supersize anything, have a small portion.
  • Do remember, fast foods are very high on salt, so never add more sodium; this may result to high blood pressure.
  • Chew your food more thoroughly and avoid eating on the run. Eat mindfully, mindful eating relaxes you, so you digest better, and makes you feel more satisfied.


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Best vegetables for salad
Pump it0 Dump it0      Posted on: 08-Sep-2009

We all know the health benefits of salad however it's very important to choose vegetables for salad. Including nutritious vegetables in your salad will make it a healthy diet. If possible, salads should be made entirely of raw vegetables and raw fruits. Do not mix too many foods in a meal, it may spoil the taste. There is no point making salads so complex, when simplicity is a requirement for building health.

Best vegetables for salad.

Best Vegetables for salad:

Lettuce: Lettuce is the foundation for your salad. If you prefer iceberg lettuce, look for a dark green and weighty head, with no brown spots on the stem or outer leaves. Check the condition of red leaves in bagged lettuce because they tend to spoil first. It's nutritious and tasty too.

Raw broccoli: This adds crunch and powerful phytochemicals, nutrients found only in plants, to your salad. Look for heads with tight, even florets. Color should be an even dark green or bluish-green. Squeeze stalks gently to ensure firmness and check that leaves are intact. You can also try packaged broccoli.


Type:HEALTH
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How to stop overeating, YES YOU CAN!
Pump it0 Dump it0      Posted on: 03-Sep-2009

Every one of us wants to look slim and beautiful, but what all you can do to keep your body in shape. Just stop overeating and do regular exercise. Most of us complain about overeating and their efforts to control overeating ends up with depression. Before finding the solution to stop overeating we need to find the scenario that triggers overeating.

 

How to stop overeating

 

Reason of overeating:

  • Stress: You overeat when you feel stressed to prevent yourself from feeling bad. Food becomes an easy way to distract you from uncomfortable feelings temporarily.
  • Depression: When you feel down, you're more likely to binge on high-carbohydrate foods, like bread or cookies because they increase production of serotonin, a mood-regulating brain chemical.
  • Socializing: Restaurants and parties tend to offer an overabundance of delicious food, making it more difficult to limit yourself to reasonable portions. Drinking alcohol before a meal compounds is also a problem as alcohol an appetite stimulant.
  • Boredom: You overeat when you're bored because you're looking for stimulation.


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Too easy Broccoli casserole
Pump it0 Dump it0      Posted on: 07-Aug-2009

Broccoli is not only one of the tastiest vegetables in the world; it is also forms part of a very healthy diet. Try this recipe and this one is definitely going in your recipe book.

Broccoli casserole


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Slow-Baked Salmon with Lime-Mustard Coating
Pump it0 Dump it0      Posted on: 06-Aug-2009

Salmon is king of fish oil. All fish have fats called omega-3s, but salmon is one of the richest sources. Omega-3s are major players in the prevention of heart problems and may help with controlling inflammatory problems like arthritis. This is a quick and easy dish that requires very little effort.

salmon


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A Banana is so healthy!
Pump it0 Dump it0      Posted on: 05-Aug-2009

Bananas are the most widespread fruit crop in the whole world. Bananas are originally from Malaysia. They were then brought to India around the 6th century. It is said that when Alexander the Great visited India during his campaign in 327 A.D., he savored bananas and took them to the western world.

banana

Nutritional Facts:

  • Good source of vitamin B6
  • Rich in dietary fiber
  • Bananas have their share of electrolytes too. Electrolytes are elements like magnesium, potassium, and calcium.
  • Bananas are also a natural source of iron.

Health Benefits:

  • Bananas are high in fiber; this makes them an ideal remedy for constipation and an alternative to chemical laxatives.
  • Bananas are natural solution to hangovers.
  • Banana is a natural antacid. It is a great relief to a person who is suffering from heartburn.
  • It reduces the swelling and irritation when rubbed on a mosquito bite.
  • Banana is a combination of Vitamin C, A1, B6, and B12 that helps the body to recover from the effects of nicotine withdrawal, thus it's a great help to quit smoking.


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Waldorf Salad
Pump it0 Dump it0      Posted on: 27-Jul-2009
This tasty salad was named after the Waldorf-Astoria Hotel in New York City where it was created.
Waldorf Salad  


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Cholet, Yummy Jewish beef & beans
Pump it0 Dump it0      Posted on: 21-Jul-2009
Cholent is a traditional Jewish stew simmered overnight, for 12 hours or more, and eaten for lunch on the Sabbath. Cholent was developed over the centuries to conform with Jewish religious laws that prohibit cooking on the Sabbath. The pot is brought to boil on Friday before candle lighting, and kept on a hotplate, or placed in a slow oven or electric slow cooker until the following day. This is a fabulous  recipe for winter time.
Cholet Jewish beef & beans


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Getting Ready for Summer
Pump it0 Dump it0      Posted on: 21-Jul-2009

Get ready to hit the pool and beaches this summer! Winter has already said good bye and summer is just about to approach with lots of fun and relaxation.  Well for some of us, because for others like me we need to think abut how we are going to look good (or at least Ok) in a bathing suit.  Winter has left many of us lethargic, due to those days and nights of extra eating. But, as we know summer is all about beaches and poosl, and that's synonymous to shorts, small tops, and bikinis. So lets get into shape and the only way is through hard work. Start a workout and diet plan today and lose those extra pounds that are creating a barrier in the path of your enjoyment.

Let's focus on some of the easy workouts that can help you lose those extra pounds:

Pilates is a low impact workout that anyone can do and here are some simple exercises you can do at home.

The hundred, this is a start up exercise:

  1. Bring your legs to 'table top,' which immediately pushes on your core.
  2. Peel your head, neck and shoulders up and raise your arms next to you about hip height.
  3. Pump your arms up and down, inhaling for five counts and then exhaling for five counts for a series of one hundred pumps in total.

Roll up:

  1.  Lay flat on your back with your knees pulled in and feet on the floor.
  2. Begin a series of roll ups.
  3. Inhale, then exhale as you lift your head up over your chest, your chest and mid section up off the floor, and sit up nice and tall with your arms stretched out in front of you the entire time.
  4. Inhale again, and then exhale as you pull your tummy in and slowly lie back down on your back, rolling down one vertebra at a time until your head is resting on the floor and your arms are back at your side.
  5. Do this five to six times. You may have to use your hands to help pull yourself up the first few times, but when you become a pro there is no stopping you.

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Quick and Easy Mini Quiches
Pump it0 Dump it0      Posted on: 18-Jul-2009
This recipe is ideal for children's lunch boxes instead of sandwiches. They  love them and also for a hungry husband.
 
Mini quiches
 


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Sancocho -A Thickand Tasty Soup
Pump it0 Dump it0      Posted on: 16-Jul-2009

This soup is traditional from several Spanish cuisines, especially for this winter you have to try it and you will of course enjoy it.

Sancocho -Thick Soup 


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Peas and its benefits
Pump it0 Dump it0      Posted on: 16-Jul-2009

As approved by doctors, green vegetables are always good for your health. Peas are vibrantly delicious in flavor, have a wonderful texture and a wealth of health-promoting nutrients. No wonder green peas are a part of many wonderful vegetable recipes because all varieties are sweet and delicious, and boast more protein than most vegetables. Fresh green peas are only available in April and May, however you can get frozen peas all year round and they are just as good.

green peas

Nutritional Values of Peas:

  • Good source of vitamin C, vitamin K, manganese, dietary fiber, folate and thiamin (vitamin B1).
  • Also rich in vitamin A, phosphorus, vitamin B6, protein, niacin, magnesium, riboflavin (vitamin B2), copper, iron, zinc and potassium.
  • Their fiber is mostly insoluble.
  • Dried peas contain fewer nutrients than fresh peas; however they are more calorie-dense due to their lack of water.
  • Green peas contain twice the protein of most vegetable.

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