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The Truth about Fitness

irfan — Wed, 28 Oct 2009 06:39:21 +0000

The spine you have is the only one you ever get! Through the miracle of modern medicine, many organs that fail or wear out can now be replaced. Heart, lungs, liver, kidneys and even artificial lenses for the eyes can make someone feel like new. Unfortunately for the spine, the one you were born with must last you your entire lifetime!

Diet High in Monounsaturated Fatty Acids Protects Against Memory Loss

irfan — Sun, 13 Sep 2009 05:23:02 +0000

What you eat now could prevent loss of memory and mental ability later in life. According to a study published in the May 1999 issue of Neurology, the American Academy of Neurology’s scientific journal, a diet high in monounsaturated fatty acids protects against a decline in memory performance and cognitive processing functions often associated with aging.

Health Tips - More on Tea

editor — Sun, 14 Jun 2009 05:25:25 +0000

Scientists can't stop finding health benefits for tea. Tests at the University of Newcatle upon Tyne suggest that tea, and particularly green tea, may improve your memory and slow the onset of Alzheimer's. A previous study in Chicago of people prone to tension headaches found that Caffeine along gave as much pain relief as Ibaprofen. And a team in Illinois found that polyphenols in black tea stop plaque forming on your teeth and reduce the level of cavity forming acids. Flight Health

Symptoms of Hiatal Hernia

editor — Sun, 17 May 2009 04:24:38 +0000

The majority of people who have hiatal hernias don't even realize it. Those who do know typically find out when visiting a doctor because of chronic heartburn. Symptoms may include the following: heartburn; regurgitation. difficulty swallowing. chest pain radiating from below the breastbone (the sternum). a bloated feeling after eating. shortness of breath. Call Your Doctor If:

Hiatal Hernia

editor — Sun, 17 May 2009 04:16:49 +0000

The hiatus is an opening in the diaphragm (a muscle separating the abdomen and chest) that the esophagus passes through to reach the stomach. If the hiatus weakens and stretches, part of the stomach and/or the oesophagus can squeeze into the chest cavity, producing a hiatal hernia. Essentially, there are three types of hiatal her-nias. In a sliding hernia, the lower oesophagus and stomach move upward, bringing the top part of the stomach into the chest cavity.

Honey - The Natural Broadspectrum

editor — Mon, 13 Apr 2009 11:57:55 +0000

Honey is set fair to be the new medical champion in hospitals. Latest research claims that it could help combat the potentially lethal rise in antibiotic-resistant bacteria that are proving notoriously difficult to treat when they appear in infections. By studying the way bacteria protect themselves from attack by forming slimy clumps, the scientists have discovered that honey may be an effective new weapon,in breaking up the microbes' defences. The researchers involved are from the School of Applied Sciences at the University of Wales Institute Cardiff (UWIC), in the UK.

Plants, Minerals, and Molds Combat Disease Highlights in The History of Pharmacy

editor — Sat, 11 Apr 2009 04:06:31 +0000

Plants were probably man's first source of medicine. The Chinese were said to have compiled a catalogue of medicinal herbs as early as 3000 B.c. Egyptian apothecaries, in 1500 B.C., knew how to compound herbs, mineral salts, and animal substances into salves, gargles, powders and purgatives.

Chinese Home Remedies: Sauteed Celery, Pomelo Chicken, Fish with Spinach

editor — Sun, 29 Mar 2009 06:28:54 +0000

Sauteed Celery (serves 4) This dish nourishes and soothes the liver 2tbsp oil, or water; 5 garlic cloves, peeled and crushed; 2 cups (½ kg) celery stalks, cut into 1 inch pieces; 1 tbsp soy sauce; salt and pepper to taste. In a frying pan, heat the oil or water. Drop in the crushed garlic, then throw in the celery. Stir well. Add the soy sauce and a little salt and pepper to taste. Stir again and cover the pan. Cook over a medium flame for 30 seconds. Remove form heat and serve. Pomelo Chicken (serves 4)

Medicinal Uses of Bananas

editor — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 05:46:53 +0000

Banana (Musa sapientum L.) one of the major tropical fruits, is commercially important in world trade. Banana is the cheapest as well as one of the most nutritious fruits. The banana bas become a very popular fruit in modern westernized diets for its flavour, texture and for its convenience value being easy to peel off and eat. Banana can make an useful contribution to the Vitamin A, C and B6 content of the diet and is an important and immediate source of energy. It is often eaten by sportsmen and women during competition.

Recipes Fresh Herb Pesto Salad

editor — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 09:52:00 +0000

500 grams rotini pasta Dressing: 3/4 cup olive oil 1/8 cup red wine vinegar 1 Tbsp fresh lemon juice 1 cup cherry tomato halves ½ cup grated feta cheese ½ cup chopped fresh parsley ½ cup chopped fresh sweet basil 1/4 cup chopped purple perilla Cook the pasta, rinse in cold water, drain and place in salad bowl. Whisk together the dressing ingredients and pour over the pasta then add the final ingredients. Stir gently until all is mixed.