The noni, a fruit native to Tahiti and Polynesia, has long been credited with beneficial analgesic and anti-inflammatory properties, aiding in digestion, boosting immune system, bone and heart health. Known as Morinda Citrifolia, the noni's popularity has encouraged commercial cultivation of the fruit in regions with rich volcanic soil. Tahiti Trader makes its noni products from fruits harvested at peak ripeness on the island of Tahiti and its...more
Fruit Salad Making TipsOne of the most delicious desserts is actually the fruit bowl or the so called fruit salad. It is very much similar to the fruit platter, except for the fact that the fruit salad has a dressing, while a platter of fruits are just an assortment of cut fruits arranged on a plate. All over the world, the fruit salad can be considered as a favorite dessert, not only because of the sweet taste it provides, but also because of...more
Some dieters lose weight by making sure that they exercise portion control. Ideally, this means that they can control their cravings for food. This is quite a good practice because we all know that the more you eat the fatter you become. Thus, it only follows that controlling the urge to overeat can help ease off weight gain. There are those dieters who have no problem controlling their food cravings; on the other hand though, there are also some of those who have the irresistible urge to eat. These dieters try to ward off weight gain by indulging in their desire to eat but limiting the portions of the food they consume. To the outside observer, this might be a helpful activity which can strike a balance between fulfilling the appetite while exercising potion control. What very few people know is that there is also a particular danger to this practice.Some people have made changes in their eating habits by eating with more frequencies but consuming less food that they usually do for each meal. This is supposed to help them lose weight but in reality, this technique cannot help much because of the concept called food addiction. Accordingly, when a dieter becomes addicted to...more
Have you heard about the latest must-have food for your diet? Acai fruit juice of course! Are you interested in finding out more about the incredible health benefits of Acai juice? If so, you read on...What is Acai fruit juice? Acai berries are approximately 1cm long, dark colored fruits, deriving from a palm tree with the same name, which is...more
Physical confrontations always run the risk of being potentially deadly. A well placed strike, a weapon or simply falling to the ground can cause serious injury or death. But there lurks a more dangerous silent killer. Any physical contact you run the chance of contracting blood diseases like HIV or Hepatitis C. If you are the victim of a violent...more
As the nation copes with a shortage of vaccines for H1N1 influenza, a team of Alabama researchers have raised hopes that they have found an Achilles' heel for all strains of the fluantioxidants. In an article appearing in the November 2009 print issue of the FASEB Journal (http://www.fasebj.org) they show that antioxidantsthe same substances found in plant-based foods such as coffee fruitmight hold the key in preventing the flu virus from wreaking havoc on our lungs. "The recent outbreak of H1N1 influenza and the rapid spread of this strain across the world highlights the need to better understand how this virus damages the lungs and to find new treatments," said Sadis Matalon, co-author of the study. "Additionally, our research shows that antioxidants may prove beneficial in the treatment of flu."Matalon and colleagues showed that the flu virus damages our lungs through its "M2 protein," which attacks the cells that line the inner surfaces of our lungs (epithelial cells). Specifically, the M2 protein disrupts lung epithelial cells' ability to remove liquid from inside of our lungs, setting the stage for pneumonia and other lung problems. These are the most dangerous effects of...more
While the entire world is going ecological, its time fruits find creative applications, apart from eating!Banana plant is endowed with virtuous fibres which has versatile applications. Though, the plant is more popular for its fruit, it has been a...more
Author: altruistApples are an exceptionally beneficial food for people to eat. They are sweet which makes them not hard to eat and there are enough varieties available that people can find one that fits the size of apple they're looking for. In...more
Author: altruistThe grapefruit diet has been around since the 1930's. There is nobody who claims to have created this diet, but it is still a very popular diet that tends to get around by word of mouth. People interested in this diet may have a...more
Fresh Juice CleanseIt is so easy for our bodies to be overcome with toxins from the chemicals in our environment and from processed foods we eat. Even vegetarians or vegans are subject to toxic build-up in their bodies. This leads to energy loss, a...more
Author: Linda WilsonNow I am not trying to convince you that desserts are great and should be a big part of your diet. As with all foods, they should be eaten within reason. However, some desserts are healthier than others. We can make...more
Fruit juice is one of the more popular juices today because of the wonderful tastes it provides and because the great health benefits it can provide you in your daily life. Fruit juices can come from all types of different fruit and can be made up...more