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Why do I feel so tired?
More and more women ask that question every day and even seek medical care because you do not find a solution to your fatigue. If you also feel tired, not sleeping well, and it’s hard to go out and have fun, do not miss this article where I talk about the possible causes of your fatigue.
While the pace of life today leaves many people with little time for relaxation, usually with some extra hours of sleep or a good rest over the weekend or holidays, can be used to stop to recover. But if you still take action, you’re still tired, maybe there is something in your body to stop you feeling fresh and energetic. The following may be some of the causes of your fatigue: Read the rest of this entry »
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Tags: anemia, caffeine overdose, heart disease, hypothyroidism, sleep apnea, Why do I feel so tired? | 
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Benefits of Broccoli
Each day reaffirms the benefits of broccoli for health. Broccoli is the family of cruciferous vegetables such as cauliflower, Brussels sprouts or red cabbage. It comes from Italy was popularized by the U.S., who consume large quantities. Boiled, steamed, or sauteed broccoli is a vegetable full of advantages.
Benefits of Broccoli:
- It is beneficial against atherosclerosis due to sulforaphane, a molecule is abundant in broccoli and other vegetables like cabbage, cauliflower. This molecule has a very beneficial effect on atherosclerotic plaques (responsible for cardiovascular disease). Professor Peter Weissberg, medical director of the British Heart Foundation, which funded this research on the benefits of broccoli in atherosclerosis states that “this fascinating finding sheds light on a possible mechanism, through which, the diet rich in vegetables (such as the Mediterranean diet) protects against cardiovascular disease. “
- Has antibacterial effects,
- Reduces risk of ulcers
- Broccoli is the beneficial properties against anemia
- It acts against cancer-causing free radicals.
- It acts as a hormone regulator and the level of estrogen
- Its consumption improves the intestinal transit.
- Are recommended in the diet of pregnant women for their excellent contribution and minerals as well as antioxidants, potassium and vitamins that help prevent cellular aging.
There are delicious recipes with broccoli, has almost no calories and if many healthy properties.
Posted in Food and Nutrient | Tags: anemia, antibacterial, antioxidants, atherosclerosis, atherosclerotic plaques, Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, Cancer, cardiovascular disease, cauliflower, cruciferous, estrogen, free radicals, hormone regulator, minerals, potassium, pregnant women, risk of ulcers, sulforaphane, Vitamins | 2 Comments »
The Orange Against Allergies
Citrus based its therapeutic potential in the large amount of vitamins they provide. Specifically, vitamin C lowers blood levels of histamine (the substance that is released when an allergic reaction), thereby reducing skin allergies, bronchial asthma, rhinitis and bronchitis.
Also improves the immune system white blood cells and keeps in shape for a quick strike against infection. What is not so clear is to prevent or shorten colds. Among the experts are divided.
Other benefits of oranges:
- It prevents anemia and helps your body absorb iron.
- It helps you keep a lid on cholesterol levels.
- If you have operated or have breaks in the skin, the orange will heal better.
- Acts from within as a powerful sunscreen.
Posted in Allergy | Tags: Allergies, anemia, cholesterol, Citrus, histamine, immune system, Orange, skin allergies, therapeutic potential, Vitamin C, Vitamins, white blood cells | 1 Comment »
An Ice Cream Can Help Combat the Effects of Chemotherapy
Researchers at the University of Auckland (New Zealand) are working with the dairy company Fonterra to develop an ice cream that could be effective to combat chemotherapy side effects experienced by cancer patients.
This product, called ‘ReCharge’ active ingredients used in milk products to relieve diarrhea, anemia and poor appetite suffered by people undergoing chemotherapy.
In the tests carried out to verify its effectiveness, participants consumed 100 grams of ice per day, and the results have been so developers who are considering making it a “dessert doctor” may be prescribed by doctors.
As explained by Chief Technology Fonterra, Jeremy Hill, “the two milk bioactive components developed by ReCharge have the unique potential to assist the body to deal with the side effects of chemotherapy.”
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