There are many definitions for the word fruit. Fruits can be defined by home makers and botanists. Most people have the thinking that a fruit is a plant produce that should be sweet while a vegetable is any produce that isn't sweet. Most people recognize fruits like strawberries, grapes, apples and bananas and not thinking that tomatoes are fruits as well. Most people get surprised when they learn that tomatoes are indeed fruits and not...more
Fruits, fresh or dried have been a natural staple diet of human beings since ancient times. Replete with minerals, vitamins, enzymes, they are easily digestible. Fruits are not only good sources of food, they also serve as medicines and can treat ailments.Fruits, eaten raw or consumed as fresh juice, are excellent ways to retain and balance the moisture level in the body. The low level of sodium in fruits plays an important role for people who...more
Everyone agrees on the importance of eating more fruits and vegetables, but not enough people are following this important advice. Dietary experts recommend that every person should eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables every day. Increasing your consumption of fruits and vegetables is one of the easiest changes you can make to increase your level of health, lose weight and gain fitness.The latest food guidelines recommend that adults eat from five to nine servings of fruits and vegetables every day. While that may seem like a lot, it is an important goal to strive for, and a very reachable one.A serving of a fruit or vegetable is equal to:1. 1 medium sized vegetable or fruit (such as an apple, orange or banana)2. 2 small fruits (such as kiwi fruit or plums)3. ½ cup of fresh, frozen or canned fruits or vegetables4. ½ cup of 100% fruit juice5. ¼ cup of dried fruit6. 1 cup of green saladStudy after study has shown that a diet rich in fruits and vegetables lowers the risk of certain cancers, heart disease and other chronic diseases and conditions. One reason for the recommendation that everyone increase their consumption of fruits and vegetables is that many of these...more
Fruits, goldmine of vitamins, minerals and fibre are ideal to consume at least 4-5 servings in a day. Since they are in the natural form, account for largest part of water and 100% bad cholesterol free, it's much easier for the body to process and absorb the vitamins and minerals from the fresh fruit. Apple - Round fruit with lots of fibre,...more
Each week you read in the newspaper about articles concerning the rise in obesity. With that rise, so many people are desperately doing what they can to lose weight. Supplement companies are out there preying on these people with brand new products that miraculously lose weight in so many days. There are new diets coming out left and right,...more
When you eat a banana does your mouth become itchy? Does you stomach fill with gas when you eat an apple? Does your throat swell when you eat raw peaches? When you eat raw or canned pineapple does your throat burn or do you break out in hives?Experiencing any of these symptoms may indicate that you suffer from Oral Allergy Syndrome (OAS) or Pollen Food Syndrome.Oral Allergy Syndrome is most commonly associated with allergy to pollens such as ragweed, birch, plantain, and other grasses. The immune system mistakes the food proteins for the pollen proteins and causes an allergic reaction.Other allergic reactions caused may be itching of the eyes or stuffiness of the nose. Or you may experience redness of the lips, tongue, gums, and palate. The most severe reactions can trigger asthma or anaphylaxis shock.Fruits and nuts are the primary culprits for OAS but other foods can cause these symptoms as well. This disease can be especially discomforting for strict vegetarians who want to eat raw fruits and vegetables.Generally OAS is associated with eating raw foods. So if the food is cooked, this will usually prevent an OAS reaction from occurring. This is because the proteins in these foods...more
From the rainforests of the Amazons acai berries have been consumed by Brazilians for centuries. But recently, more and more of these grape-sized berries are falling from the South American palm trees into juice bottles around the world. Pronounced...more
Imagine a gout remedies treatment where you go to the grocery store, buy some fruit and eat it. Two hours later you feel no pain, no swelling, no inflammation and no gout symptoms. Did you know that hundreds of people are using simple and affordable...more
Right now, there could be thousands of people looking up UTI cures for treating their urinary tract infection at home. Why?Most people who search for 'UTI Cures' are typically repeat sufferers from this stubborn infection. Because antibiotics do not...more
Are you looking for a simple and effective lyme disease natural cure? You may be surprised that thousands of people will cure their lyme disease using natural alternative treatments like dieting, vitamins, herbs, minerals and even simple lifestyle...more
Mangosteen fruit juice combines great taste with tremendous natural health benefits, a fact that made it an easy choice for sale alongside Tahiti Trader's already stellar line-up of organic beverages. The addition of Mangosteen MAX to the business...more
Fruits are of great importance in peoples life. They are rich for Vitamins, tartaric acid, phytonutrients and antioxidants which are needed by our body every day. Once you are short of these substances, you may fall ill. Its reported that the...more