Negative Calorie Foods? Come On!

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Do you believe in negative calorie foods?

It sounds almost too good to be true. Eating in reverse? The more you eat, the more you lose?

Yes - it really is true.

Here is how it works.

You burn calories every day all the time - even when you're sleeping. But yes, there are indeed some foods which actually take more calories to burn off and digest than they provide in calories to your body. Best of all, these food burn fat calories!

Here are some negative calorie foods: asparagus, broccoli, beets, cabbage, cauliflower, celery, cucumber, carrot, garlic, papaya, spinach, turnip, zucchini, apples, oranges, lettuce, grapefruit, pineapples, strawberries, and raspberries.

Why not make your favorites of these foods a regular part of your day? As you can see, they are quite a healthy selection.

Now don't go overboard and decide to eat only those foods. That won't work out too well for too long. Keep everything in moderation - as the Good Book says.

But it would be crazy not to make these foods a part of your day.

There is an ebook about this topic: http://www.dieting-made-easy.com/negativecalories.html.

Negative calories are just one piece of the puzzle I have finally discovered about what it takes to live as a thin person.

Whatever you do, do not think negatively about yourself. See that beautiful person you can be in the mirror. You absolutely must treat yourself well and with respect. You would do the same for a friend - so why not do this for yourself?

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Is Vigrx Plus Safe? Find Out Here

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Vigrx plus has been in use since the time of Pharaoh of Egypt. During the ancient times, they use its leaves in fresh form, but due to science and technology have helped to improve it, it is now made in a modern way by extracting its ingredients to make it easier to access. The fact is that vigrx plus is a safe pill for effective performance of your penis. What makes it safe is because it is made with natural ingredients. It has no artificial preservatives, it is preserved in its natural form. Though, some substances are also added to it to make its ingredients more active, but they are safe to take.

In addition, in order to keep yourself healthy and counterattack any problem that may affect your health as a result of taking vigrx plus, I suggest, during the period you are taking the pills, you should take foods that are healthy. Take foods that are considered to be balanced diet and not junks. Eat a lot of green vegetables and fruits, especially fruits like oranges, apples and pineapples, paw paw and the rest of others. This way you would be sure your body is going to remain safe. Another word of caution you should put in mind while taking vigrx is to avoid other drugs. If you are already taking some drugs when you bought, either finish taking that one first or finish taking vigrx plus. It reacts with drugs in a way that may be uncomfortable for your body.

Furthermore, vigrx plus will be unsafe for your body if you take more than the recommended dose. I suggest you take the prescribed dose even if you want to be more than active, just control yourself.




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Fruit Roll-Ups Are Healthy? Really?

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Recently, General Mills was sued by a woman in New York because she believes that the company misled consumers into thinking that its product, Fruit Roll-Ups, was healthy. She was upset that the product contained partially hydrogenated oil. The question of the day is: did she honestly think that they were supposed to be healthy? Do consumers believe that fruit snacks like Fruit Roll-Ups are a healthy alternative to real fruit? One look at the label would tell you otherwise. If consumers believe that a product like Fruit Roll-Ups can serve as an alternative to fruit, then it's no wonder that Americans have a problem with obesity.

The Fruit Roll-Ups package does not give any indication that the product is a "health food." It does say "Good Source of Vitamin C" on the package; the Nutrition Facts state that each roll has 10% of the recommended daily allowance for Vitamin C, so that might be a stretch. The snack is a source of Vitamin C, although an orange would probably be a better choice. Nothing on the rest of the package indicates that the snacks are nutritious: they are "fruit flavored snacks", they are colorful, and they come with tongue tattoos. Not exactly the makings of a health food.

It's not difficult to rotate the box a little and find the ingredients list: the strawberry flavored snacks contain pears from concentrate (oddly enough, no strawberries), along with health food gems like corn syrup, dried corn syrup, partially hydrogenated cottonseed oil, sugar, and acetylated mono and dyglycerides (yum). If this lady wanted to make sure that she was purchasing healthy food, maybe she should have taken a minute or two to read the ingredients list. General Mills is not trying to hide what they are using to make Fruit Roll-Ups, nor do they claim that they are healthy, aside from being a good source of Vitamin C.

Would it be nice if food companies started using more real ingredients, like real fruit, butter, and eggs, and relied less on chemicals like corn syrup, partially hydrogenated fats, and acetylated mono and dyglycerides? Yes. There are products on the market that don't contain these kinds of ingredients; health-conscious individuals would be better off buying them. For example, the Stretch Island Fruit Company makes a "Harvest Grape" flavored fruit leather with only three ingredients: apple puree concentrate, grape puree concentrate, and pear puree concentrate. Consumers can also buy dried fruits like raisins, dried pineapples, dried papaya, and dried apple slices.

Before blaming corporations on poor eating habits, people should first take a look at the ingredients list.




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Anti Inflammatory Juice Concentrates

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Cranberries, broccoli, spinach and tomatoes, majority of us make faces when it comes to including vegetables in the daily diet. Most physicians and nutritionists recommend daily intake of vegetables, fruits or their concentrates, but why!!! Why do people value juice concentrates of fruits and vegetables so much?

Well, healthy body and balanced diet are two aspects which are directly proportional to each other. So, by taking a balanced diet every day, human body increases its potential to fight diseases and other infections. According to an analysis, most of the teenagers and youngsters are troubled by chronic inflammation. Yes, it is that main contributing factor which leads to severe heart diseases and cancer. In short, chronic inflammation is the origin of chronic degenerative diseases.

According to the latest studies and experimentation, it has been proved that micro-nutrient dense concentrate of different fruits and vegetables reduces the risk of chronic diseases to 35 percent. The concentrate of fruits and vegetables like cherries, apples, cabbage, carrots, oranges, papayas, pineapples, spinach, blackberries, blueberries, cranberries, broccoli, tomatoes and red current helps in increasing the level of micro-nutrients. This concentrate reduces the inflammatory load in the body, thereby providing a shield from various ailments like cognitive decline, Alzheimer's, arthritis, osteoporosis and heart diseases.

Addition of fruit concentrates to the habitual diet can actually prove very fruitful for the health. So, if you also wish to stave off from chronic inflammation and other infectious diseases, make sure you take juice concentrates on daily basis, as per recommended by your nutritionist.




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Vitamins For Hair Loss Which You Need For Hair Growth

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Hair loss is an inevitable condition that one has to face at least once in his lifetime. Research has proved that there is a strong connection between healthy hair and a healthy body. That is why when we fall sick it affects our hair too. Nutrients in blood nourish the hair follicles. If hair follicles become weak, hair loses its grip or hold and results into hair fall. These nutrients are vitamins and without vitamins, hair does not become healthy crop.

Remember; when we are sick, vitamins are absorbed from the hair by the body which results in hair loss. A healthy diet can provide all the essential vitamins to hair. So it is essential to incorporate certain foods in your daily intake. The essential vitamins and their sources are:

- Vitamin A: it is an antioxidant which aids in the production of sebum on the scalp. It is found in fish liver oil, milk, cheese, meat, eggs, broccoli, spinach, cabbage, apricots, peaches, and carrots.

- Vitamin C: it promotes the maintenance of healthy skin and hair. It is found in citrus fruits, strawberries, pineapples, tomatoes, kiwi fruit, green peppers, potatoes, and dark green vegetables.

- Vitamin E: It aids in circulation of blood in the scalp. Rich sources of Vitamin E are wheat germ oil, soybeans, cold pressed vegetable oils, raw seeds and nuts, green leafy vegetables, and dried beans.

- Biotin: also known as Vitamin H, promotes production of keratin, most imp part of hair. It enhances hair follicles and promotes hair growth. It is commonly found in whole grains, egg yolks, liver, kidney, rice, milk, and brewer's yeast.

- Inositol: it is essential for keeping hair follicles healthy. Main sources of Inositol are liver, citrus fruits, brewer's yeast, and whole grains.

- Niacin or Vitamin B3: It promotes blood circulation to the scalp. Sources are fish, chicken, meat, pork, prawns, almonds, peas, beans, tomatoes, wheat products, green vegetables, turnips, carrots, milk and celery.

- Pantothenic acid or Vitamin B5: Sources are mushrooms, poultry, fish, brewer's yeast, whole-grain breads, whole grain cereals, legumes, avocados, nuts, cheese, potatoes, egg yolk, milk, and bananas. It prevents hair loss and graying of hair.

- Vitamin B6: Excellent sources for Vit B6 (responsible for the hair color) are spinach and bell peppers. Other sources are whole grain cereals, egg yolk and vegetables.

- Vitamin B12: It prevents hair loss and found in chicken, egg, fish and milk.




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Which Peel Is Best for You?

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Chemical peels are a great way to revitalize your skin and improve your appearance. However, not all peels are created equal.

There are different types of peels available depending on your skin type and the problem you are trying to resolve. For example, the chemicals used to treat acne are not necessarily as effective as an anti-aging component. So before you start a chemical peel, it's important to understand which peels do which jobs.

Not all peels contain acid. In fact, there are targeted non-acid peels derived from the enzymes of things like pumpkins, papayas or pineapples. These peels are calming and offer the skin a deep cleansing, without any harshness. Perfect for any non-oily skin types and especially gentle on sensitive skin.

The natural acids in milk are known as lactic acid. Peels made from this derivative are fantastic for rehydrating dry, flaky skin. Milk acids are also used on persons who suffer from hyper-pigmentation. This type of peel contains alpha hydroxy, and gently rejuvenates the skin's surface.

If you're looking for a slightly stronger peel to exfoliate and increase collagen production for anti-aging purposes, gycolic acid is a good peel for you. Normal skin types take well to this treatment, which removes dead skin cells and freshens the face.

Commonly found in acne care products, peels made from salicylic acid offer a deep cleansing to clean up any oil or dirt trapped in the skin. This type of peel can be dehydrating, so care should be taken if using this peel on very dry skin. However, it's great for clearing up blackheads and acne.

If you have problems with cystic acne, a jessner's peel containing both alpha and beta hydroxy is ideal. This is a stronger peel that also contains resorcinol, a natural melanin blocker. It's a little too harsh for sensitive skin, but works well on oily skin. A modified version of jessner's peel is also available without resorcinol.

Finally, there's trichloroacetic acid, also known as TCA. This type of peel is deeper penetrating than others, and is a good choice to reduce the look of scars, sun spots and age spots as well as fine lines or acne. However, it can have unsavoury whitening effects are dark toned skin types and is not recommended for sensitive skin.




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How to Flavor Plain Yogurt

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When it is healthy food, it is usually not delicious. Even though yogurt is one of the healthiest foods available, sometimes plain yogurt might not be the best option, especially for kids.

But, there's a simple solution to that; flavored yogurt. So, if your family and kids are reluctant to having plain yogurt every day, give them a treat by offering yummy flavored yogurt. Add a variety of flavors, canned and fresh fruits or syrups in plain yogurt and make it a really delightful serving for your family.

You might not want to eat commercial additives present in ready-made stuff, so the best option is to add your own flavors at home. And the great thing is that it will save your money too!

Here are a few simple steps to making flavored yogurt at home.

Individual servings are usually expensive to purchase. So, you can go for big quantity of plain yogurt. Purchase at least quart size or quantity according to your requirement. Purchasing plain yogurt this way can help you save money. It would be better if you can make it of your own.
For flavoring, you will need sugar, syrups and some fruits. You can use sugar syrup or confectioner's sugar because it mixes well with yogurt. If you are looking for adding some other syrup, go for thick flavored syrups so that they do not dilute the yogurt too much. To flavor your yogurt, start with tasting it. This might not taste very good, but you will have a fair idea about its taste. Take out about half bowl of it, add half teaspoon of sugar and mix well. Alternatively, use the desired syrup instead of sugar. When you feel that the quantity is appropriate and it tastes good, add sugar or syrup in whole yogurt, multiplying the syrup's quantity with equal multiples. Now place this in refrigerator to get chilled.
One thing that you should keep in mind that the syrup flavor must work well with the fruits to be added. You can choose fruits like strawberries, bananas, cherries, pineapples, apricots, apples, or anything you want to. Wash the fruits, peel them, cut into proper sizes and put into refrigerator to get chilled. You can also use some canned fruits.
When you are ready to serve the dessert, immediately add the fruits to the flavored yogurt. You can also add some crunchy toppings to garnish your serving. Chocolate chips, granola and crushed cookies can be used for garnishing.

So, your tasty and healthy flavored yogurt dessert is ready to delight your family and kids. Do not tell them that this is going to make them healthy; otherwise they might not enjoy it. Let them have fun after dinner and consider it as a treat.

You can also try making frozen yogurt. Your kids will definitely love it, and they will take the same healthy nutrition value of plain yogurt from frozen yogurt.




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Health Wonders of Pineapple

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Pineapple is a great tasting fruit and one of my all time favorites. Pineapple is a tropical fruit which contains proteolytic enzyme bromelain, a powerful enzyme that helps in the digestion of protein. There are lots of health benefits of Pineapple that you probably don't know.

Pineapple contains essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin A, vitamin C, manganese, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, carbohydrates, calories and lots of fiber. Pineapple has low in fats and cholesterol making it a heart friendly food. Eating fresh pinapple can give you all the nutrients and vitamins that are essential for your health.

Health benefits of Pineapple

~ Pineapple regulates the gland that reduce the risk of having goiter (enlargement of thyroid gland).

~ Prevent bronchitis. An abnormality or inflammation of the bronchial tube.

~ Helps you avoid high blood pressure. Pineapple is a fiber rich fruit which helps control cholesterol build up that leads to high blood pressure.

~ Prevents dyspepsia. A chronic digestive abnormality.

~ Good for people who suffers from arthritis and some other known diseases of the joints.

~ Pineapple strengthens the bones. Pineapple is composed of manganese which helps build bones and helps strengthen joint tissues.

~ Helps prevents viral diseases like cough, colds and flu. Vitamin C in pineapple is three times more potent that oranges which makes them more ideal for cold and cough treatment.

~ Pineapples are good medication for throat infections such as diphtheria.

~ It also helps prevent constipation.

This amazing fruit is one of the in-demand fruit worldwide because of its good taste and many health benefits. Pineapples are best eaten fresh through salads, pizzas, juice drinks and other tastefull recipes. Enjoy the gift of nature and eat fruits daily for your own health benefits.




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3 Ways Pineapples Help Soothe Irritating Gout Pain

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Are you looking for new ways of getting rid of painful gout attacks? Pineapples usually don't come to mind as a prospective treatment, but they are very helpful. They have multiple elements that can help soothe painful attacks and help prevent an episode in the first place. Here are three things that make pineapples successful in treating this debilitating disease.

Bromelain

Bromelain is very potent in dealing with this condition, and is one of the best benefits of using pineapples in preventing its occurrence. It is an enzyme that helps reduce swelling. Most pain is the result of swelling in the joints, so this benefit of pineapples can be very appealing to someone currently suffering from the symptoms of gout. While this enzyme is in pineapple, there is not enough of it to completely resolve your symptoms. It must be used in conjunction with other methods.

You can purchase bromelain as a supplement. As a supplement, this enzyme has not only been used for gout, but has also been used effectively for digestive problems and other forms of arthritis. It has also been known to aid in reducing blood clots. However, you should ask your physician before taking this supplement or any supplement prior to using it as a therapy.

Too much can pose risks. Moderate doses are not known to have any undesirable side effects, but higher doses can increase your heart rate along with nausea and vomiting. Diarrhea is also possible at higher levels. Since it acts as a blood thinner, you should not take it if your physician has you on Aspirin or Warfarin (Coumadin). In moderation, however, bromelain is considered safe and is very good at providing gout relief.

Vitamin C

Pineapples have a high level of vitamin C. In fact, a regular serving has 36mg which is 60% of the RDA. A study performed by Arthritis and Rheumatism (2005;52:1843-7) revealed that 500mg of vitamin C taken over an eight week duration lowered serum uric acid levels by an average of 10%. While 36mg is not as potent as 500mg, pineapples are a great way to get your vitamin C.

This crucial vitamin works by allowing the renal system to excrete larger levels of uric acid. It also keeps purines from metabolizing into uric acid. Uric acid is a natural function of the body, but some individuals have a hard time eliminating the excess levels and that is when gout problems begin. Vitamin C can help you with this problem.

Potassium

Potassium is essential for gout prevention and therapy. Potassium turns uric acid into a source your kidneys can get rid of more easily. The suggested daily intake of potassium according to the government is 3500mg. While pineapples do not have a large quantity of potassium, only 115mg, when mixed with the other therapeutic qualities they have, pineapples are an excellent part of a good treatments program.

Bromelain, Vitamin C, and Potassium are a powerful trio that you can use when eating pineapples that will help you not only soothe irritating gout pain, but also help prevent it's return in the future.




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Restoring Nutrients for Fibromyalgia

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Fibromyalgia is a musculoskeletal disease that affects the muscles, and can often be crippling to those whom it affects. According to medical studies, those who suffer from it are toxic and have many nutritional deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies include magnesium, calcium, vitamin D and serotonin.

You may or may not be surprised to discover that all these nutrients can be obtained naturally from nature.

Magnesium is a natural muscle relaxer which can be found in avocados, spinach, swiss chard, almonds, peanuts and hazelnuts.

Calcium helps to regulate muscle contractions, and it is found in dark green leaf vegetables such as kale, collards, dandelion greens, as well as sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, almonds, Brazil nuts and pecans.

In order for you to be able to absorb calcium in the body you need lots of vitamin D. And believe it or not, but you can obtain this vitamin naturally through exposure from the sun.

Last but not least, serotonin is a hormone that helps you to feel good so that you can fall into a deep sleep at night. It also helps to reduce fatigue, anxiety, depression and fibro fog. There are certain foods that can help to produce this essential hormone. These foods include bananas, pineapples, kiwi, tomatoes, avocados, broccoli, melons, dates, eggplant, figs, grapefruit, spinach, peanuts, walnuts and hickory.

How to Add These Foods to Your Diet

Your goal should be to eliminate ALL foods in your diet that are not raw or need to be cooked processed or baked. This means that the only foods you should strive to eat are plant-based foods.

You can make yummy smoothies with bananas, pineapples, spinach and nuts and seeds. Leaf vegetables can be eaten in salads as well as blended in with your smoothies. And always carry a bag full of nuts to munch on when you get hungry.

Transitioning to the Diet

This is a very difficult transition to make, for the body will detox as you make the changes to a plant-based diet. Whenever your body goes into detox mode, you do not feel good. Sometimes you may experience headaches, and other times you may have an upset stomach or just feel tired. Making small changes in your diet towards the plant-based diet will put your body into detox mode.

Therefore you should make the changes gradually so that your body will not be so overwhelmed. The best thing to do is to start your day with a raw breakfast. Then work your way up to staying raw until lunch, and eventually you will be able to last until supper. Once you can remain raw for about 75% of your meals then you will begin to feel better. You will be able to sleep better, and your muscles will start to relax, and thus your other symptoms will also begin to disappear as well.




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Food Remedies For IBS - Pineapple

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I am a firm believer that natural foods we eat everyday has healing properties to assist our body to recover from non critical ailments and aid in recovery process as well. If we take the right food, in the right amount, the vitamins and minerals found in the food will strengthen our body systems. It can improve digestion, which in itself is a prerequisite in healing of the body. With better digestion, the body can absorb the necessary minerals and vitamins, which in turn will repair the body. This is especially true for IBS sufferers.

So the first food remedy for Irritable Bowel Syndrome sufferers is pineapple.

Pineapple helps in digestion. Find a fresh ripe pineapple and eat it fresh. Make sure only ripe pineapples are eaten. Unripe pineapple has poison which can cause drastic purging. If fresh ripe pineapples are not available, you can resort to the canned ones. Cutting the pineapple is an art. Be generous in cutting the skin of the pineapple. You need to remove the crown, rind, eyes and core. A method to remove the eyes is to slice crosswise. You can only eat the flesh. Chilled fresh pineapple is not only refreshing but also delicious. As much as you may like pineapples, do not over eat pineapples either since excessive pineapple can cause fiber balls in the intestinal tract. Just like everything else, excessive consumption should be avoided. In right quantities, it is a healing food.

The acidity of the fresh pineapple can cause irritation of the tip of the tongue. A trick to reduce the acidity is to rub a little salt on the pineapple before eating or soak the flesh in water with a pinch of salt for a short while before eating. With canned pineapples, it is normally soak in syrup which diminishes taste and freshness.

Pineapple is diuretic and is a natural cleanser, removing toxins from the body. It is high in vitamin C and also contains a special enzyme, called bromelain, which helps the body's digestive system and also able to reduce inflammation caused by arthritis, gout and sore throat. It also helps in the healing process of wounds after surgery or injury. It is believed that pineapple contains micro-nutrients which can protects against cancer and the micro-nutrients also break up blood clots and is beneficial to the heart. Pineapple juice is a natural intestinal worm killer as well.

Immediately after each meal, eat one slice of pineapple and it will help digestion - thus reducing burping, gas build up and stomach discomfort, all common symptoms of IBS. Taking a slice or two a day is fine for most IBS sufferers; just don't eat the entire fruit by yourself everyday. If you are just trying, just take one slice and increase it later.

Another way to eat pineapple is to juice it by blending. If you are not milk intolerant, then adding some yogurt and blending them together in a food processor produces a lassi drink. This is an Indian traditional drink. Do not add any sugar especially if you are using canned pineapples. If you like you can add a little water or ice.




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Relieve Allergies Naturally

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Natural Antihistamines

Custom Chinese herbal formulations can be one of the most effective ways to relieve allergies with long lasting results. A trained herbalist will use bulk herbs that are free of preservatives and other impurities to create a formulation which can be decocted into a tea. These formulations help to heal the root of overactive immune system responses to reduce allergies symptoms gradually over time.

Classical Chinese formulations for the relief of upper respiratory allergies are Pe Min Kan Wan and Bi Yan Pian. Both addresses sinus congestion, runny eyes, and runny nose.

Be mindful that some Chinese pre-made formulations contain dyes, preservatives, chemical pharmaceuticals, and other impurities. Always look for products that are GMP certified, meaning they have been manufactured and processed in a factory that meets FDA standards for purity in terms of acceptable levels of heavy metals, lack of chemical drugs, and other impurities.

Plum Flower Brand (Mayway) and Guang Ci Tang are two brands that I use in clinic as they are free of dyes, chemicals and preservatives. These products are available in many local health food stores or can be purchased from a trained herbalist such as myself or John Fung.

In addition to custom and commercial Chinese herbal formulations, western herbs can also be useful. Specifically, nettle leaf is a natural antihistamine that also has the benefit of detoxifying the liver.

However, not all nettle leaf extracts are equal. Some capsule and extract forms are not standardized so do not contain enough of the herb to truly benefit the body on a therapeutic level.

In my private practice, I use Gaia Brand Nettle Leaf with standardized fluid extract because it has one of the most energetically potent and bio-available forms of nettle leaf with no added sugar, so is safe for diabetics.

Quercetin is an anti-oxidant found in the peels of apples and red onions. It is anti-inflammatory and may help address prostate cancer, reduce depression in addition to being a natural antihistamine.

Many forms of quercetin supplements are formulated with bromelain, a digestive enzyme from pineapples, which can help relieve inflammation of sinuses.

Last, you can help relieve allergies by increasing foods that are high in anti-oxidants in your diet. This includes fruits and vegetables including green leafy vegetables, broccoli, turnips, carrots, pineapple, papaya, and beverages such as decaffeinated green tea, oolong tea (helps reduce excessive mucus, a condition we refer to as dampness in Chinese medicine).

Also to build your immunity, consider adding the dried herb astragulus to soups or the fresh herbs, ginger and garlic. It's a natural way to integrate herbs into your meals to further support balanced immunity and reduced allergies.

Note with any herbal remedy, please consult your medical physicians and a trained herbalist as to the appropriateness of using herbs.




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Indoor Tropical Paradise With Hawaiian Bedroom Decor

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Year-round summer and nonstop tropical bliss can be achieved with Hawaiian bedroom décor. With a little creativity and resourcefulness, you will be able to set your own bedroom into one Pacific paradise. Just choose your favorite Hawaiian items to fully enjoy the comforts of a well-deserved vacation right in your home.

First, prepare your walls by installing grass cloth or textured wallpaper. You may also paint the wall yourself which resembles a woven texture. Pick one or two more walls wherein you can paint a mural or place wallpaper depicting a beach and ocean scenery. It is ideal to paint your ceiling blue as well or have a design that resembles forming clouds on a sunny day. Place a wooden ceiling fan preferably one with a mesh design.

Commercial carpets have tighter weaving compared to others. Choose light colors that resemble sand like beige, light yellow or cream. Sisal floor covering is also good. Add flower shaped throw rugs and throw pillows with floral designs and set them carefully on the carpet. The idea is to have people stay on the carpet as if you're all basking on the beach.

If you chance upon bamboo mats and window shades, invest in these and place them where you want in your bedroom. Accessorize with plastic hibiscus and vines for a more dramatic effect. There are also Hawaiian fabrics available that already have tropical designs and bright colors. You may place these under throw pillows or as drapes on the windows.

You can simply glue reeds of bamboo all over tables, chairs and room dividers to create a Hawaiian feel. There are custom-made beds resembling a canoe or surfboard. Quilts with sunflower and fish designs are perfect for these. Pillows and blankets are supposed to sport bright colors as well. You can freely hang one or two towels over bedroom dividers as accents.

Set tiki torches on all corners of the bedroom. These are not supposed to be lighted but generally serve as decors. As for lighting, yellow ceiling lights are good. Make sure there is enough light to make the entire room seem bright. Bamboo shutters drawn during the day should allow enough sunlight to fill the bedroom. Tiki lamps are also optional place on bedside counters.

Other designs perfect for your Hawaiian bedroom theme would be flamingos, geckos and pineapples. Try to find decors that have these designs and set them on top of dressers, tables and wooden chests.




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Motifs Used In Hawaiian Jewelry

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Hawaii is a well-known tourist destination that leaves everyone who lands on her shores dumbfounded by the exquisite display of nature in all its glory. Whether it's the frothing volcanoes, the vast blue ocean, the luscious tropical fruits, vibrant flowers or endless beaches - Hawaii is like nature's museum. One natural wonder on display after another and each more magnificent than its predecessor.

Using Nature As Inspiration

It is hardly any wonder that nature has found its way into various forms of creative expression on the islands including Hawaiian jewelry. From the earliest inhabitants in the 4th and 5th century, Hawaiian jewelry has been a canvas for nature. The earliest baubles were made of shells, seeds, coral, teeth, whale ivory, bone and bark and featured patterns of various sea creatures. Sea turtles and fish were extremely popular motifs. Another surprising motif that found popularity was that of the canoe. The motifs reflected the isolation of the island life and the high value associated with the canoe. In addition, royalty wore a hook shaped necklace called the lei niho palao made from whale teeth and human hair.

With time, the popularity of motifs depicting nature in all her glory continued to grow. In the 20th century the famous Hawaiian jewelers Ming's and Gump's both sold jewelry depicting island flowers such as hibiscus, orchids, pikake, bird's of paradise and anthuriums. Guglielmo Cini who designed some of the most popular Gump's jewelry was best known for his tropical floral motifs.

Today, nature continues to the muse for most artists in Hawaii. Pineapples, palm tress, hibiscus and plumeria flowers, fish, ships, ukuleles, volcanoes, lush tropical fruits and shells find their way on earrings, necklaces, bangles and brooches.

Wedding bands designed to represent the natural native foliage of the hala tree found in Hawaii have also become extremely popular. They have escalated the simple, traditional Hawaiian wedding bands to exotic Hawaiian heirloom jewelry.

Shell Jewelry

Shell jewelry from Hawaii has been around forever. Shell jewelry generally uses no motifs and in fact shells themselves are used as motifs on other materials like gold and silver. Ni'ihau shell jewelry is extremely famous and sought after.

The Cultural Influence

In addition to nature, Hawaii is steeped in a culture frothing with customs and traditions. The petroglyphs found on the islands reflect this very primitive and spontaneous culture and also are a source of ideas for designers.

All in all, motifs used in Hawaiian jewelry include various things around the islands that represent the warmth of Hawaii; the warmth that is found not just in its beautiful climate but also in the people that reside there. And the best thing about Hawaiian jewelry is that you no longer need to be in Hawaii to select from the latest trendy designs. Websites feature traditional as well as contemporary Hawaiian jewelry of the best quality and with a 100% guarantee.




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Three Things to Rock Your Halloween Party

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Organizing a Halloween party is one of the fun things to do for the simple reason that there aren't rules to the decorations and you don't have to worry about anything going overboard. The house can never look too scary and there are tons of themes for you to choose from. Here are three essentials that can make or break a great Halloween party.

Atmosphere counts a lot, this means in addition to the music you'll want to pay close attention to the lighting, have some scary sound effects through out the house and add a smoke machine to boot. If you aren't up to renting one, you can use dry ice. Place lights (battery operated are best and easy to manage) in corners and behind vases.

Regardless of what kind of party it is, the food matters a lot; make an impression with it. Don't just serve bat cookies and pumpkin shaped lollypops. For a house full of people craving Halloween treats, gourmet chocolate baskets with chocolate strawberries, bananas, oranges and pineapples will be extremely unique.

The more detail you add to your decorations, the more impressive they'll look. Give rooms different themes and add jack o' lanterns to all the windows. You can use clothes stuffed with newspaper to create silhouettes of people in the windows, people being hanged, murdered or in different costumes. Don't forget to pay close attention to what you wear yourself at the party, how the host looks matters a lot. Don't just make do with a hat or mask, dress up so your guests don't feel like they've overdone it with their costumes.




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The Glycemic Index - Part 3 - High and Low GI Food Examples

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We have learned that high glycemic food choices can have a profound effect on blood sugar levels. High blood sugar, or glucose, is converted to fat if the glucose cannot be used by the body's cells. We also learned that by combining high glycemic food choices with low glycemic food choices or by combining with fats and/or proteins in the same snack or meal lowers the effect on blood sugar. For instance, a bowl of oatmeal has a high glycemic value but provides the benefits of fiber and nutrients. By adding some chopped nuts, low fat milk and perhaps some whole berries, you have a rounded meal with the fat, fiber, protein and daily nutritional intake that makes this combination a weight management program winner!

Here are some real-world examples of food items and where they appear on the Glycemic Index

High GI Food Examples

Breads - white, whole wheat, cornbread and virtually all baked goods

Pasta - All pasta is high GI but especially the larger sized pastas such as ziti, penne, lasagna, rigatoni, etc.

Cereals - Oats, corn, rice, millet and most dry sweetened cereals 

Vegetables - Corn, Beets, Carrots, Potatoes (especially white potatoes and all products made from white potatoes such as potato flour products, instant or fresh mashed potatoes, French Fries, hash browns, baked potatoes, potato skins, potato)

Fruits - Watermelon, raisins, cantaloupe and almost all tropical varieties such as mangos, banana, pineapples, etc., canned fruits with juice or sweetened

Snacks - Any corn products, pretzels, rice cake, honey, jams and jellies, ice cream 

Alcohol - Beer, liquor, wine (except for red wine in moderation of no more than 1 -2 glasses daily)

Others - Sugar-sweetened foods, hidden sugar sources like honey, molasses, corn syrup and its diet-unfriendly cousin, high fructose corn syrup, soft drinks, fruit juices, sweetened beverages like iced tea, milk (lactose)

Low GI Food Examples

Breads - Pumpernickel, rye, sourdough

Grains - Barley, Lentils, wild rice, bulgur, kasha

Pasta - Thin versions like angel hair, thin spaghetti, linguine

Cereals - Rice bran, any whole grain & unsweetened versions, high-fiber bran cereals

Vegetables - All except those listed above on the High GI List

Fruits - Cherries, grapes, apples, peaches, plums, strawberries, oranges, dried apricots

Snacks - Cheese, lean luncheon meats, nuts, olives, pickles

Protein Foods - Peanut butter (unsweetened), beans, legumes, eggs, soy or low-fat dairy products

Others - Low fat yogurt, artificially sweetened foods and beverages




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All About Cauliflower Ware Pottery

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The term cauliflower ware pottery applies to pottery made in the form and color of cauliflowers and other fruits and vegetables. The cauliflower form for pottery was developed in the eighteenth century by Josiah Wedgwood, in cooperation with Thomas Bentley and William Greatbach in response to the leaf-patterned porcelain wares that were being made at their time and were gaining popularity. Its distinct characteristics are its vegetable and fruit shapes and green and cream-colored glazes. Pottery of this form was inspired by an eccentric sixteenth century French potter Bernard Palissy who used naturalistic motifs in his craft. Examples of cauliflower ware pottery are usually teapots, bowls, jugs and tureens. Some of the pieces can also be seen in silver, copper and gold. During Wedgwood's days, pottery resembling fruits and vegetables became popular; some pieces took the shape of apples, berries, pineapples, pears, melons, asparagus and artichokes aside from cauliflower. Other colors of glazes used were pink, brown, light blue and purple-blue.

Cauliflower ware pottery is usually dense, opaque and durable. Some examples of early cauliflower pieces have a creamware body with fruit or vegetable designs on the exterior. Cauliflower ware pottery is closely related to majolica because the cauliflower form was emulated in the last half of the nineteenth century resulting in the mentioned type of pottery. This is evident in the pieces of pottery done by Thomas Minton which became all the rage in Paris during 1855 through an exhibition. At this time, new designs were being added, like birds, cupids, lilies, flowers, shells, dolphins, corals and tree branches.Twenty years later, the Wedgwood factory began producing more formal pieces for those with more conservative tastes. The term Palissy for palissy ware was dropped and Majolica became the popular name for this naturalist class of pottery pieces and many other potteries began producing pieces in this style. Hence, it will not be uncommon to find cauliflower or other-fruit-shaped wares called majolica.

There was a time when fruit and vegetable forms, as well as bright colors, became out of fashion; this was during the 1900's up to the 1970's. However, during the 1970's and 1980's a renewed appreciation for them in pottery arose and they became popular as pieces for gardens and kitchens.

Cauliflower ware pottery has quite a character. It can be rustic, although at the same time vibrant and charming. If you have a taste for bright, colorful pieces, you might consider choosing cauliflower ware as a statement object. This is what cauliflower ware pottery and majolica are known for.Cauliflower pottery pieces are eye-catching and can give an air of cheerfulness, playfulness and even a bit of quirkiness; it can also exude an air of comfort where they are aptly located.




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Tomatillos: What Are They and How Do You Use Them?

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The tomatillo, also known as the tomate verde, is a little green tomato that is highly popular in Mexican cuisine. This green fruit is also referred to as the Mexican Husk tomato because it is surrounded by parchment like paper. Once the paper is peeled and removed it resembles a green tomato. Used when they are green and firm, tomatillos are low in cholesterol, saturated fat, and sodium. They are also a good source of vitamins and minerals.

The flavor of a tomatillo is very distinct. The taste is citrus dominated with herbaceous after notes that are tangy yet sweet. Alone, the tomatillo is considered tart. However, when mixed with other ingredients like chilies or avocados, it tastes wonderful. This green tomato can be prepared either raw or cooked for salsas or guacamole. When cooking tomatillos, the tart flavor will be slightly reduced. To prepare tomatillos for cooking, remove the outer paper like skins and then soak for 15 minutes. Next, rinse them and place on a cookie sheet for roasting and drizzle with olive oil. Then put in a 350° F preheated oven for about 15 minutes or until the tomatillos turn a golden, yellowish-green.

From salsa verde to jalapeno and tomatillo salsa, the recipes that include tomatillos are countless. This little fruit can be combined with red tomatoes in a thick traditional salsa with chunks of onions and chilies, or it can be mixed in with pineapples and mangoes to create a tangy fruit salsa. To balance the flavor of these tart little tomatoes, it is best to puree them in a food processor. Storing tomatillos is actually quite easy. This small green jewel can be bought in season and then stored whole in a resealable plastic freezer bag for up to six months.

When ready to prepare a recipe, simply get a couple from the freezer, thaw, peel, and roast. When judging how much salsa to make, just remember that one pound of tomatillos will produce roughly two and a half to three cups. Tomatillo salsas also make a great topping on grilled steak and chicken breasts. As for traditional dishes like enchiladas, tacos, and nachos, they will never be the same once paired with a salsa made with tomatillos.




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Secrets to Making Your Semen Taste Much Better!

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Are you looking for ways to make your semen taste better? This article will show you how to make your semen taste less bitter! You may wonder why you want your own semen to taste better in the first place. Most men want their partners to be more receptive to semen and enjoy it more themselves. If you are reading this article, this should also be your concern too. I am sure I need not go into details to explain further.

Let us get down to business. To make your ejaculation taste sweet, you only need to make some adjustments to your diet. Foods play a very important role in your semen taste. Here are some food that you should eat and avoid.

Foods/things to avoid

Foods such as onion and garlic. They are high in sulphur content, which makes your semen taste bitter. You need not get rid of them totally from your diet. You only need to avoid them days prior to the activity that you have in mind. Also avoid greens such as broccoli, asparagus and cabbage. Smoking and drinking can make your semen taste bitter, especially alcohol.

What you should eat

You might have heard that pineapple juice works perfect. If possible, eat the actual fruit. Pineapples contain enzymes that can help digest proteins, which actually makes your ejaculation taste bitter. You can also eat foods such as carrots as they are rich in vitamin A and beta-carotene. High chlorophyll greens such as celery and wheat grass can also make your semen taste better. In addition, make sure you drink enough water to flush out the toxins in your body.

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Old-Fashioned Pineapple Pound Cake Dessert

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If you enjoy old-fashioned pineapple pound cake, I think you will appreciate this recipe from my grandmother. This is a really delicious dessert cake that I like to make and serve during the summer months.

If desired, you can make the recipe using the topping listed below, or you can completely omit it and leave the cake plain.

Ingredients:

1/2 cup vegetable shortening

1/2 lb. butter, softened

2 3/4 cups granulated sugar

6 large eggs

3 cups all-purpose flour

1 teaspoon baking powder

1/4 cup milk

3/4 cup canned un-drained crushed pineapples with juice

1/4 cup butter, softened

1 1/2 cup confectioner's sugar

1 cup crushed pineapples, drained

Tip: Do not substitute margarine for the butter.

In a large mixing bowl, cream together the shortening, butter and granulated sugar. Slowly add in the eggs, one at a time, beating after each addition.

In a large mixing bowl, sift together the all-purpose flour with the baking powder and then add it to the creamed mixture, 1 large spoonful at a time, alternately with the milk. Stir in the vanilla extract and crushed pineapples with the juice, blend all ingredients well.

Lightly spray a 10" round tube pan with nonstick cooking spray. Pour the pound cake batter into the prepared baking pan and place in a cold oven. Turn the heat on to 325 degrees and bake for 1 hour and 15 minutes, or until the top springs back when lightly touched.

To make the pineapple topping: In a large bowl, combine the confectioner's sugar, 1/4 cup softened butter and the 1 cup of drained crushed pineapples. Pour this mixture over your hot cake and then let it cool.




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Grilled Bacon With Pineapple Recipe

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If you are looking for cheap, easy appetizers, this recipe fulfills just that. The grilled bacon with pineapple is a cheap, easy appetizer that anyone can make, and even kids, under some supervision. Eat it at Hawaii-themed parties or have it as an appetizer in a dinner function.

What you will need for this delicious appetizer is really simple. All you will need is some back bacon and some pineapple cubes or rings. It is best if the pineapples were freshly cut, but if you do not have them, you can always get canned pineapples, where you can use the syrup for other purposes. Toothpicks or bamboo satay sticks are optional.

Basically, you will need to slice the bacon to the desired size. Cut them in strips which you will use to wrap around each cube of pineapple, or roll in the middle of the pineapple ring. Then, grill the bacon for about 2 to 3 minutes. Leave it to cool for a while because you will need to use your hands to wrap the pineapples up.

If you are planning to wrap the cubes of pineapple up with the bacon, simply fold the four edges of the bacon in one direction, leaving extra so that you can keep it in hold. Use a toothpick to hold the bacon slice to the pineapple. To make presentation interesting, you can poke them up around the surface of another pineapple fruit that is seated on a stand.

On the other hand, if you are planning to roll the bacon up in the middle of the ring, all you have to do is just that. Keep the roll in one and a half lap so the taste does not overwhelm the taste of the pineapple. You can poke bamboo satay sticks horizontally through the pineapple and bacon, and keep two of these per stick. Serve, and enjoy.




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Spongebob Squarepants - Themed Birthday Party

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Birthdays parties can be really fun and exciting when you have a theme. It allows you to become creative and give each guest a memorable experience. Here are some affordable, fantastic ideas you can implement in your child's birthday party - Bikini Bottom style!

Squarepants Invitations

You could make the invitation cards into the shape of the character Spongebob. Make the pants open up in a flip with all the invitation details. Every recipient will giggle when they find that Spongebob's Squarepants is removable, as often seen in the cartoon. Keep the wordings fun.

Krabby Patty Burgers and other Spongebob-themed Food

Show off your cooking skills as you prepare the 'Krabby Patty' burgers on the spot. You can have printable coupons available for your guests to exchange for the patties, just like how the oceanic creatures of Bikini Bottom pay for their food in Krusty Krab Restaurant. Of course, you should have extra printable coupons readily available for your guests to 'buy' more food. Remember to have someone to impersonate Squidward to collect these coupons. Other food you can include are pineapples, one like Spongebob's home, and other food that reminds you of the sea, like sushi.

Bikini Bottom Oceanic Creatures

Make paper masks for everyone to wear. They should be characters from the cartoon. Be it Spongebob, Patrick, Squiward, Eugene Krabs, Sheldon Plankton, Sandy Cheeks, or even Gary, everyone gets their favorite character. You can enquire which character they would like from the invitation's RSVP. Do not forget to practice lines from the cartoon to keep the mood real.

Under the Sea

Decorate the venue to look like it is under the sea. Decorate it with sea shells and pebbles made out of paper mache if you do not have real ones available. Put strips of blue paper sticking down from the ceiling to symbolize the ocean, and put cardboards cut to look like seaweed on the ground. You can even have balloons of jellyfishes floating up to the ceiling.

With a Spongebob-themed party, everyone will have a blast of a time!




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The Best Foods to Improve Hearing

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Many believe that age-related loss of hearing is inevitable, that it should occur as we get older but did you know that by including certain foods in your diet you can improve hearing? You heard me right, hearing can be improved not only by reducing exposure to noise, having implants, having hearing aids, or by having your ears regularly cleaned by professionals but also by making lifestyle changes particularly in the kind of food you eat.

Studies have shown that those suffering from varying degrees of hearing loss also suffer from nutritional deficiency as well. Improve hearing by including the foods that will be mentioned later in this article in your daily diet and you will have gone many steps forward not only in benefiting your ears but your overall physical health as well.

Food rich in Vitamin D will help improve hearing because Vitamin D is responsible for the absorption of calcium which is required for us to have strong bones. Lack of this vitamin causes osteopenia in adults, a condition where the bones of the ears harden and become porous.

Sources of Vitamin D: cod liver oil, fish oil, salmon, mackerel, tuna fish, liver, and egg yolk.

Food rich in Vitamin A in combination with Vitamin C and E and magnesium work together to prevent the formation of free radicals that form during noise exposure. Studies have further shown that exposure to noise also lessens blood circulation to the inner ear.

The vitamins and mineral mentioned also works by scavenging and destroying these free radicals.

Sources of Vitamin A: a) vegetables that are dark green and yellow and yellow fruits like broccoli, squash, spinach, turnip greens, carrots, cantaloupe, sweet potatoes, pumpkin, and apricots; b) animal sources are liver, milk, butter, cheese, and whole eggs.

Sources of Vitamin C: fresh vegetables and fruits like broccoli, green and red peppers, cauliflower, cabbage, collard greens, brussel sprouts, lemon, pineapples, strawberries, citrus fruits.

Sources of Vitamin E: wheat germ, green leafy vegetables, margarine and vegetable oil (soybean, corn, safflower, and cottonseed).

Sources of Magnesium: dairy products, meat, fish, poultry, green vegetables, legumes.

Interrupted or poor blood circulation, high blood pressure, and stiffening of the bones in the middle ear, are some of the causes of tinnitus or ringing in the ears, a condition that is often associated with hearing loss.

Food rich in Vitamin B12 or cobalamine help improve hearing by regulating the formation of red blood cells, assisting in the metabolism of homocysteine, and preventing tinnitus.

Sources of Vitamin B12: dairy products, eggs, lean beef, shellfish

Food rich in Folic Acid lowers the production of homocysteine which is thought to be the cause of some kinds of hearing loss and boosts circulation of blood to the inner structures of the ear.

Sources of Folic Acid: beef liver, spinach, asparagus, green peas, broccoli, avocado, lettuce, peanuts, tomato juice, whole eggs, strawberries, papaya, banana, and cantaloupe.

Food rich in Manganese also improve hearing because this mineral aids in the formation of connective tissues, and bones, plus it is also necessary for the normal functioning of the brain and nerves. If you have low levels of manganese, you will likely be suffering from tinnitus.

Sources: apples, apricots, avocado, beans, pineapples, berries, raisins, celery, egg yolks, legumes, and pine nuts




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Italian Wedding Theme

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Whether you and your fiancé are of Italian heritage or want to try something unique a theme for your wedding, then you may want to consider an Italian wedding theme. An Italian-inspired wedding is more than just any other wedding theme. Food is the heart of the celebration, which can have as many as fourteen dishes.

When planning an Italian wedding theme, you can slightly pare down about five to seven courses. Usually, beef or chicken is served as the main dish although you may substitute them with Italian sausage or pork. Serve an array of side dishes such antipasto, cheese, pasta, vegetables and seafood. Have Italian bread and fresh fruits like kiwi, sweet pineapples, grapes and strawberries as well. Moreover, you can pile a table high with Italian cookies or have sweet, delectable treats such as fried dough drizzled with powdered sugar. These treats are said to bring prosperity to the wedding couple.

An Italian-style wedding cake usually has several layers with figures of the bride and groom on top of the cake. It is best served with Italian coffee. Don't forget to serve plenty of Italian wine too. Merlot and Chianti are excellent wine picks.

Music sets a great mood for your Italian-inspired wedding. Play to the tune of Italian opera singers beginning the reception and during dinner. Then, when it is time to dance, switch to upbeat Italian music.

When choosing a location, a quaint church or a historic mansion would be an excellent choice. You can also hold your wedding ceremony in a lush garden or overlooking acres of grapes. And since Italians are predominantly Roman Catholics, a mass is usually observed.

Also, a white Italian-silk wedding gown with a train is traditionally worn by the bride to represent purity. You may, however, go for an ivory gown, but you should probably stick with any of these colors. Also, a white tulle veil is important for the Italian wedding ceremony too. This is traditionally worn to cover the bride's face until it is the groom's moment to kiss her. In addition, the bride should have a tiny satin bag handy during the wedding rites. This is where she will stash the money that her guests will hand her.

Of course, no Italian wedding is ever complete without giving away small tokens to guests. You can hand out colorful candy almonds in small tulle wrappers and tied with satin ribbons. Also known as confetti, this traditional Italian treat is a great way to let your guests to cherish your beautiful Italian-inspired wedding.




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Picking 8th Grade Science Projects

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As kids are getting to the end of junior high, it's very common to take part in science fairs. Of course, this doesn't mean that they have to be excellent in the area of science, as there are a good amount of easy experiments that will still help them to truly grasp the concepts of the scientific process while having fun at the same time. In the case of 8th grade science projects, you can either do something related to what has been taught in class or you can go with something that will be learned about down the road.

Some decent starting places include testing what soap water does to plants. Students could record how different plants react to different concentrations of soap in the water. Another experiment idea is to test the different chemicals that are recommended to be put in the water with goldfish. Finding out whether or not they're necessary could prove to be an interesting challenge. Other great 8th grade science projects in the past have involved messing around with plants. For example, could you graft a potato plant with a bell pepper or a tomato? These types of experiments really get students' minds rolling.

Of course, for those that don't mind insects, they might consider testing out different repellents on cockroaches, such as DEET. For those that are interested in cooking you can test out whether or not Jello can be made with fresh pineapples, given that all recipes call for them to be canned. What seems like simple concepts can actually make very unique and creative 8th grade science projects. Along those lines, figuring out how the shape of an ice cube affects how quickly or slowly it will melt is usually something that students enjoy figuring out and understanding.

Upon hearing ideas like these, students usually start thinking of their own clever experiments. This opens up their minds to wonder about other things, and then they'll start to see how applicable science really is in their lives. In other words, 8th grade science projects aren't just about being fun and learning, they're about making everything relevant to the students, which ultimately is what they will take away from the class.




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Glycemic Index List

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Too often, we do not think about the value of the foods we take just as long as we relieve our hunger pangs. This is especially true for those of us who live a fast-paced life, busily going from one responsibility to the next on automatic pilot mode, without much though on what we eat or how we eat it.

Before we know it, we have gained unwanted weight, we are experiencing mood swings and we sometimes feel lethargic or out of sorts. A Glycemic Index List can help us determine which foods to take and which ones to avoid to get the highest nutritional value of the foods we eat and also provide us with better health and all-around well-being.

Based on studies conducted by the Stanford Center for Research in Disease Prevention, the following Glycemic Index List can provide us with optimum health and general well-being.

FOODS TO TAKE

• Lean meats-beef, pork, lamb with the fats taken out
• Chicken - skin taken out
• Seafood - mussels, oysters, lobsters
• Fish - frozen and canned are okay
• Vegetables - artichokes, asparagus, bean sprouts, broccoli, cabbages, raw carrots, cauliflower, peas, radishes, onion, olives, radishes, soybeans, tomatoes
• Fruits - apples, apricots, berries, grapes, grapefruits, kiwi, melon, orange, papaya, pear, pineapples, watermelon, cherries, cantaloupe
• Breads and Cereals - whole grains, wheat, rye, multi-grain, oats, rice bran
• Starch - whole-wheat pastas, brown rice, couscous, lentils
• Dairy - low-fat or fat-free cheese, low-fat cottage cheese, egg whites, low-fat milk, tofu, low-fat/sugar-free yogurt
• Beverages - water, coffee without sugar and cream, diet colas, sugar-free drinks, tea without sugar

FOODS TO AVOID

• Bacon
• Fatty meats
• Fried chicken with skin
• Duck
• Fish sticks
• Hotdogs
• Liver
• Liverwurst
• Canned fish/seafood in oil
• Vegetables - avocado, beets, cooked carrots, corn, olives in oil, parsnips, sweet pickles, potatoes
• Fruits - bananas, preserved fruits, coconut, dates, dried fruits, fruit juices, mangoes, marmalade, raisins
• Breads and Cereals - bagels, biscuits, white bread, chips, cookies, croissants, pastries, muffins, popcorn, rolls, waffles, non-whole wheat tortillas, cakes
• Starch - baked or re-fried beans, ramen noodles, white pasta, pretzels, white or fried rice, soups unless vegetable broth, taco shells
• Dairy - cheese not included in Foods to Take, cream cheese, frozen yogurt, ice cream, sorbet
• Beverages - alcoholic drinks, all types of sweetened drinks

Taking into consideration all the types of foods in the Glycemic Index List that are okay for us to take will help lower our blood sugar particularly if we are suffering from diabetes, manage our weight, and reduce the possibility of heart diseases.

We can place our own Glycemic Index List within easy sight in our kitchens so we can be guided accordingly.




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Tropical Fruit

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Tropical fruit is not only exotic, but also provides some variety to your diet. Coconuts. Pineapples. Mangos. Papayas. These fruits are just some examples of the many tropical fruit varieties you can find in the exotic fruit section of your supermarket. Have you only admired tropical fruit from afar? Here is some advice on using the fruits.

Smoothies

All the tropical fruits are tasty in smoothies, especially pineapples, mangos, and papayas. Just mix one cup of fruit in any combination with one cup milk, one tablespoon honey, and a few ice cubes. If you use frozen tropical fruit, you can omit the ice cubes. Using frozen tropical fruit instead of ice actually enhances the flavor of the smoothie.

Salsa

Mangos, pineapples, and papayas are especially tasty when incorporated into a salsa. Mangos especially seem to blend well with other salsa ingredients such as jalapeno peppers and cilantro. Serve your tropical fruit salsa on chicken or fish or with tortilla chips.

Tropical Fruit Salad

Tropical fruit also makes a great fruit salad. Just clean and chop the tropical fruit of your juice into bite sized pieces. An example of a good tropical fruit salad combination includes one cup each of pineapple, mango, and papaya, and kiwi fruit chopped. Toss with ½ cup coconut shavings. Make a dressing out of ½ cup pineapple juice, ¼ cup orange juice, and 1 tablespoon honey. Pour over salad and toss.

Tropical fruit on the grill

You can also pierce skewers through various combinations of tropical fruit and warm the grill for a few minutes on each side. This is a good accompaniment to grilled meats and fish. For example, you can serve skewered pineapples with chicken that was marinated in a teriyaki sauce made with pineapple juice. Grilled papayas go well when combined with grilled swordfish or halibut. Grilled mangos are especially tasty when paired with salmon or shrimp.

Tropical Fruit in your Diet

When trying to include tropical fruit in your diet, you aren't restricted to eating it raw. Incorporating it into your meals can give your taste buds some variety while enhancing your overall health.




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Making Good Smoothies

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Smoothies are drinks made from fruits and vegetables, mixed with some liquids. Based on the healthy ingredients that go into them, we can categorically say that all smoothies are good smoothies. Although this might be true, the needs and preferences of those who will drink it must also be given consideration. Therefore, good smoothies are those smoothies that are not only rich in taste but in nutrition as well.

Because people have varied tastes, there is no single recipe for a perfect smoothie. For the beginner, a good way to start is to blend together a cup of fruit juice, a cup of water or ice and ice cubes. Preference is the best guide for what ingredient to put next into the blender. The options are unlimited and one can be as creative as possible. But even if the choices are numerous, it is still helpful to have some suggestions on making good smoothies.

Individuals differ in how they want their smoothie consistencies to be; some like it very creamy while others like theirs to be somewhat watery. If rich smoothies are desired, then frozen fruit would be an ideal ingredient; and yogurt can be added instead of just milk. There are also fruits that make the drinks thicker, such as bananas and pineapples. Incorporating fruit peels also results in creamier good smoothies. Those who like putting in these fruits into their smoothies but find them too creamy could just add more ice cubes to thin them down. A healthier recommendation is to add water-based fruits and vegetables like carrots, oranges, grapes and watermelon. In this way, flavor and nutrition is enhanced too.

Blending fruits to find those ideal good smoothies applies the principle of "less is more". This is because mixing up all the ingredients could amplify flavor. It is best to use the ingredients sparingly at first, and then adding little by little until the preferred taste is achieved.

Good smoothies do not only taste good, they also provide adequate nutrients to the body. This is especially vital for those people who drink smoothies as a meal replacement. This means that the smoothies would have to be very healthful if it is to be made a substitute for the usual nutrients that one can obtain from a regular meal. If this is the case, then adding vegetables to the good smoothies is a must. Nutrition enhancers should be also combined with the other ingredients. Examples of these are tofu, peanut butter or nuts for additional protein; and green tea for extra anti-oxidants. Tofu is a great additive because it is tasteless and will absorb whatever flavors are present in the smoothie. Most importantly, it adds to the nutritional value of the drink, making transforming good smoothies into better ones.

Finding that perfect smoothie is not a one-shot deal. Rather, it is the result of many trial and error attempts that could prove daunting to some. However, the health benefits that are obtained make them all worthwhile.




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Discover Hesperidin: Super Bioflavonoid Nutrient

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All about Hesperidin

What is Hesperidin?

Hesperidin is a bioflavonoid. Bioflavonoids are water-soluble nutrients that are found in some fruits -- especially citrus -- and various leafy green vegetables.

Other well known bioflavonoids include quercitin and rutin.

Benefits

Hesperidin, along with other bioflavanoids, can improve
the health of capillaries and connective tissues. Because of this, it has been noted to help with bruising, varicose veins, and fragile capillaries.

Other benefits include a purported ablility to alleviate hay fever and other such allergies. Some studies suggest bioflavanoids like hesperidin and quercitin do this by inhibiting the release of histamine.

Hesperidin is an important nutrient that works synergistically with Vitamin C to maintain the health of collagen. Sagging and wrinkling of the skin is the consequence of the breakdown of collagen.

Precautions

Because it is not considered an essential nutrient, there is no RDA (Recommended Daily Allowance) set.

Various studies have indicated that there doesn't seem to be an issue of toxicity.

As for dosage amount, we would generally suggest refraining from using mega-doses -- 500 mgs or above.

A dosage of between 10 mgs and 100 mgs seems much more reasonable.

Hesperidin works synergistically with Vitamin C, as mentioned above, to maintain the health of collagen, and the health enzyme Bromelain (derived from pineapples) enhances its absorption. Therefore, all 3 nutrient should be taken together for maximum efficacy. In addition, it is desirable to take it with other prominent bioflavonoids, quercitin and rutin to achieve maximum impact.

Just make sure that the product you purchase is produced to pharmaceutical GMP standards, which is the industry gold standard.




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Canker Sores

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These sores are usually found in the mouth. It could be on the roof of the mouth, beneath the tongue (on the soft palate), inside the chick, on the inside of the lips or beneath the gum.

Canker sores are usually very painful and will go away between 7-10 days.
There is no known cure for these sores, neither is there a known cause for them. Unlike the cold sores, these are not contagious and you need not worry if a member of your family or a close friend has them.

Canker sores usually present themselves as a whitish lesion with a red border, a small bump or red spot which produces a slight burning/tingling sensation.

What causes canker sores? The following are some of the causes;

1. Braces could break the mucous membrane causing an infection

2. Weak immune system

3. Allergic response

4. Inflammatory bowel diseases

5. Certain food stuff eg. chocolate,coffee, strawberries, nuts, cheese etc.

6. Hormonal shifts during menstruation periods

7. Highly acidic foods such as pineapples

8. Emotional stress

9. HIV AIDS suppresses the immune system

There are two types of canker sores, minor sores and major sores. When you have minor sores, you will notice an oval lesion in your mouth, under your tongue or inside the chick which should clear between 1-2 weeks leaving no scar. Major sores however present themselves as large lesions and can last for a month or even years. They heal leaving an
extensive scar.

What are the symptoms of canker sores? These include fever, listlessness, swollen glands. It is best therefore that you make sure that your immune system is at its peak to avoid this infection and other opportunistic infection.




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Enzymes to Help With Digestion

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Most raw food, like our bodies, is very perishable. When raw foods are exposed to temperatures above 116 degrees, they start to rapidly break down, just as our bodies would if we had a fever that high. One of the constituents of foods which can break down are enzymes. Enzymes help us digest our food. Enzymes are proteins though, and they have a very specific 3-dimensional structure in space. Once they are heated much above 118 degrees, this structure can change.

Once enzymes are exposed to heat, they are no longer able to provide the function for which they were designed. Cooked foods contribute to chronic illness, because their enzyme content is damaged and thus requires us to make our own enzymes to process the food. The digestion of cooked food uses valuable metabolic enzymes in order to help digest your food. Digestion of cooked food demands much more energy than the digestion of raw food. In general, raw food is much more easily digested that it passes through the digestive tract in 1/2 to 1/3 of the time it takes for cooked food.

Eating enzyme-dead foods places a burden on your pancreas and other organs and overworks them, which eventually exhausts these organs. Many people gradually impair their pancreas and progressively lose the ability to digest their food after a lifetime of ingesting processed foods.

Lack of digestive enzymes can be a factor in food allergies. Symptoms of digestive enzymes depletion are bloating, belching, gas, bowel disorders, abdominal cramping, heartburn and food allergies.

Digestive enzymes are proteins specially tailored to break down foods into nutrients that your body can then readily digest. The human body produces some 22 different digestive enzymes. Many more are found in the fruits, vegetables, meats, grains, and other foods.

When you eat a meal, digestive enzymes that are released from your salivary glands, stomach, and small intestine immediately get to work to speed up the digestive process. Each enzyme acts on a specific type of food.

Bromelain

Derived from the stems of pineapple, it is known for its healing and anti-inflammatory properties. This natural digestive enzyme may also be helpful as a diet aid. Pineapples have had a long tradition as a medicinal plant among the natives of South and Central America.

DGL (Deglycyrrhizinated Licorice Root)

A natural antacid, where the glycirrhizinic acid component of the root has been removed. DGL may stimulate our bodies defense mechanisms resulting in improved quality of mucous, lengthening of intestinal cell life and enhanced microcirculation in the gastrointestinal lining.

Papaya

A tropical fruit containing active enzymes that help improve digestive and metabolic functions. Derived from the fruit, inner bark and stems, Papaya Enzymes contain a high concentration of papain, a protein-digesting enzyme that quickly metabolizes the protein in foods.




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Trying to Conceive With Blocked Fallopian Tubes

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Trying to conceive with blocked fallopian tubes can be very frustrating, but it is possible. You may have heard of dangerous and expensive surgeries to help correct the problem but there are natural, and safe ways you can improve your chances of becoming pregnant, even if one or both of your fallopian tubes are blocked.

There are number of reasons why fallopian tubes become blocked. Previous surgery, infection thanks to appendictis or endomitrosis, or pelvic inflammatory diseases among other reasons.

So what can you do? Well you're going to have to determine what it is that is blocking your tubes, and then work on ways to clear up the problem.

If scar tissue is an issue the use of Bromelain over a period of time has shown to decrease the amount of scar tissue and open up the tubes. Bromelain comes from pineapples and has been shown to help with digestion, as well as inflammation.

Additionally, another thing you can try is a mineral water douche. Mineral water can be used to draw out foreign objects and waste that may have built up in the fallopian tubes. Only mineral water is used in the douche process.

Using around 2 ounces of mineral water, and a slant board, you can retain the water for about 10 minutes. You can do this a couple of times a day for about a week, and it will help remove any excess waste.

Finally, if you're not getting enough water, fallopian tubes can simply become dehydrated. By drinking plenty of water each day, you can help to ensure good tubal health and increase your chances of becoming pregnant.




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Post Workout Nutrition: Secrets to a Hard, Lean Body

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As you've probably heard before, your post-workout meal may very well be your most important meal of the day. The reason is that when you're finished with an intense workout, you're entering a catabolic state where your muscle glycogen is depleted and increased cortisol levels are beginning to excessively break down muscle tissue. These conditions are not good and the only way to reverse this catabolic state (and promote an anabolic state) is to consume a quickly digestible post-workout meal as soon as you can after training. The goal is to choose a meal with quickly digestible carbs to replenish muscle glycogen as well as quickly digestible protein to provide the amino acids needed to jump start muscular repair. The surge of carbohydrates and amino acids from this quickly digested meal promotes an insulin spike from the pancreas, which shuttles nutrients into the muscle cells.

The post-workout meal should generally contain between 300-500 calories to get the best response. For example, a 120-lb female may only need a 300-calorie meal, whereas a 200-lb male may need a 500-calorie post-workout meal. Your post-workout meal should also contain anywhere from a 2:1 ratio of carbs:protein to a 4:1 ratio of carbs:protein. While most of your other daily meals should contain a source of healthy fats, keep the fat content of your post-workout meal to a bare minimum, since fat slows the absorption of the meal, which is the opposite of what you want after a workout.

When choosing what to make for your post-workout meal, the first thing to realize is that you DON'T need any of these expensive post-workout supplement formulations that the magazines (who advertise for them) will tell you that you absolutely NEED! As with any nutritional strategies, natural is always better. A good source of quickly digestible natural carbs such as frozen bananas, pineapples, raisins, honey, or organic maple syrup are perfect to elicit an insulin response that will promote muscle glycogen replenishment and a general anabolic (muscle building) effect. The best source of quickly digestible protein is a quality non-denatured whey protein isolate and/or some fat-free or low-fat yogurt. Here are a couple ideas for delicious post-workout smoothies that will kick start your recovery process:

Chocolate Banana - blend together 1 cup water, ½ cup skim milk, one and a half frozen bananas, 2 tbsp organic maple syrup, and 30 grams chocolate whey protein powder - 38 g prot, 72 g carb, 0.5 g fat, 440 calories.

Pineapple Vanilla - blend together 1 cup water, ½ cup vanilla yogurt, one cup frozen pineapples, 2 tbsp honey (preferably raw), and 30 grams vanilla whey protein powder - 35 g prot, 71 g carb, 0.5 g fat, 425 calories.

When looking to lose body fat, keep in mind that post-workout meals should have the opposite characteristics of all of your other meals throughout each day. While post-workout meals should have quick high glycemic index carbs, quickly digested proteins, and minimal fat, all of your other meals throughout the day should be comprised of low glycemic index, slowly digested carbs, slow release proteins, and ample healthy fats. These are powerful strategies towards developing a lean muscular body with a low body fat percentage. Another great thing about post-workout meals is that you can satisfy even the worst sweet tooth, since this is the one time of the day where you can get away with eating extra sugars without adding to your gut. Instead, it all goes straight to the muscles! Enjoy!




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Rosh Hashanah Party Menu Ideas for Celebrating a Time-Honored Occasion

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Rosh Hashanah is a traditional Jewish holiday, celebrated in September with family and friends. A lot of food is available during the entire celebration; here are just a few ideas:

Traditionally every morning during the month of Elul the Shofar, a trumpet, is blown. Prayers and religious poems are said during the two day celebration. Typical menu items will include Apple Galette, Bread, Apple walnut tortes, lemon roasted chicken, and fish fillet with leeks. You will also find lamb on the menu during Rosh Hashanah.

For lamb you will need 1 boned and trimmed lamb shoulder, 2 teaspoons of ground cumin, freshly ground pepper, ½ teaspoon of fresh thyme, salt, 4 tablespoons of olive oil, ½ cup chopped onion, 1 carrot peeled and chopped, 1 celery stalk chopped, 1 teaspoon rosemary, 1 cup dry red wine, 2 cups of lamp stock, 6 ounces of tomatoes, 5 ½ ounces of almonds, 4 pitted prunes, and 4 dried apricots. You will cook the vegetables until they are no longer coarse, brown the onion, and fry the lamb. Once each ingredient is combined, you will then bake the lamb in the oven at 450 degrees for an hour.

Fruit is also very important for the celebration. You will find dates, oranges, grilled apples, pineapples, figs, and melons are apart of many dishes as well as eaten by themselves. They are a delicious and healthy way to balance out the fried foods and pies also commonly enjoyed.

Many varieties of dessert pies, tarts, cakes, pastries and the like are often served for dessert during Rosh Hashanah. These often incorporate the fruits mentioned above, as well as nuts, cinnamon and dried fruit.

Whatever you serve during Rosh Hashanah, just remember to spend some time enjoying your loved ones' company and celebrating the occasion together.




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