tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-13906767365431244502024-03-14T05:19:24.428-07:00A Kitchen LabCooking Recipes|Cooking Tips|Meals Ideas|Educationshmlmcfrln0@gmail.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09415706108592410335noreply@blogger.comBlogger27125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1390676736543124450.post-23461110829712613652022-04-23T13:32:00.001-07:002022-04-23T13:32:19.976-07:00This is The Amount of This Food You Should Be Eating<div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqoxvX5-cYTobrQ8L4RJ8uL-IaymNh71ceqTWWAvgQWDgrpJnyy4GKw1n_rWllbKfhAQJ5UVrGMnZVOeJb_XmrnuMCTp1WUZCqu0ZIp-Nq7zB5MfQjHzeG7A15Y8Qqm2Sj2jGMNwXXFQ-Nq9eiOJeurzX6_7w_5Mwwbg8iOMXNDASuq4jbqAdvg6FxTw/s4032/IMG_2158.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="4032" data-original-width="3024" height="320" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjqoxvX5-cYTobrQ8L4RJ8uL-IaymNh71ceqTWWAvgQWDgrpJnyy4GKw1n_rWllbKfhAQJ5UVrGMnZVOeJb_XmrnuMCTp1WUZCqu0ZIp-Nq7zB5MfQjHzeG7A15Y8Qqm2Sj2jGMNwXXFQ-Nq9eiOJeurzX6_7w_5Mwwbg8iOMXNDASuq4jbqAdvg6FxTw/s320/IMG_2158.jpg" width="240" /></a></div><div><br /></div><br />The latest <b>CDC</b> statistics on Cardiovascular disease are rather grim; With an alarming number of approximately 659,000 people dying each year in the US alone, CVD is not to be taken lightly.<br /><br />Cardiovascular disease (CVD) is the leading cause of death not only in the US, but also worldwide. Previous studies have shown that eating more seafood was associated with a reduction in all causes and CVD-related mortality.<br /><br /><b><span style="font-size: large;">Seafood is known to contain the following:</span></b><br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><b>heart-healthy omega-3 fatty acids and omega-6 fats </b></li><li><b>Iron </b></li><li><b>Iodine (during pregnancy) </b></li><li><b>Choline</b></li></ul>Based on information published by the <b>FDA,</b> Choline, for example, supports the development of the baby’s spinal cord. The iron and zinc found in fish help to support children’s immune systems. Protein, vitamin B12, vitamin D, and selenium are also other sources of nutrients derived from fish. Nonetheless, many people choose to limit their seafood consumption because of fear of mercury exposure from seafood.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Most Common Way People Are Exposed to Mercury</b></span><br />According to EPA experts, the most common way people are usually exposed to methylmercury is when they eat certain kinds of fish and shellfish that have high levels of methylmercury in their tissues. <br /><br />It’s believed that almost everyone has at least small amounts of methylmercury in their bodies, reflecting the widespread presence of mercury in the environment. <br /><br />The <a href="http://www.cdc.gov/mmwr/preview/mmwrhtml/mm5343a5.htm">U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) data</a> show that most people’s blood mercury levels are below levels associated with possible health effects. Methylmercury, however, is a strong neurotoxin, and people exposed to high levels may experience negative health effects. <br /><br /><span style="font-size: medium;"><b>Possible symptoms of methylmercury poisoning, according to the experts, may include:</b></span><div><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Loss of peripheral vision</li><li>"Pins and needles" feelings, usually in the hands, feet, and around the mouth</li><li>Lack of coordination of movements</li><li>Impairment of speech, hearing, walking; and/or Muscle weakness</li></ul><span style="font-size: large;"><b>Effects on Infants and Children</b></span><br /><br />Pregnant mothers can expose Infants in the womb to methylmercury if they eat fish and shellfish that contain methylmercury. This exposure can negatively affect the unborn infants' growing brains and nervous systems. <br /><br />Methylmercury exposure by pregnant mothers can adversely impact children's cognitive thinking, memory, attention, language, fine motor skills, and visual-spatial skills.<br />The Dietary Guidelines for Americans recommend eating fish as part of a healthy eating pattern.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>The following are the recommended guidelines</b></span>:<br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><b>At least 8 ounces of seafood (less for children) per week based on a 2,000-calorie diet.</b></li><li><b>Those who are pregnant or breastfeeding should consume between 8 and 12 ounces per week of a variety of seafood from choices that are lower in mercury.</b></li></ul></div>shmlmcfrln0@gmail.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09415706108592410335noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1390676736543124450.post-29552577876382596122022-04-16T17:10:00.002-07:002022-04-23T12:06:02.091-07:00This is One Scary Thing You Should know About These Fish?<div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/Q6e6qjy1ekw" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></div><br /><div><br /></div><div>Growing up, I have always enjoyed fishing, and so do most people in Jamaica. I think it’s fair to say that most people who live in the tropics or close to the ocean or any body of water with fish enjoy fishing. Ironically, there are certain fish that are known to have caused poisoning. However, those are the fish that some people enjoy hunting. As you can see in this video, these spearfishers --- although they speared other fish --- were fishing mainly for barracudas. <br /><br />You can get ciguatera fish poisoning by eating fish contaminated with toxins produced by tiny algae found around coral reefs in tropical and subtropical climates. However, it’s believed that the poison does not affect all reef fish and deep-sea fish, such as tuna and wahoo. <br /><br />Nonetheless, it is not always easy to determine whether a fish is contaminated or not, as the toxins that cause ciguatera do not alter the appearance, taste, or odor of the fish. Also, cooking does not get rid of the toxins.<br /><br />Ciguatera can accumulate in smaller reef fish, then pass on to bigger reef fish that eat these smaller fish. For this reason, you may want to avoid fish such as barracuda, moray eel, grouper, amberjack, sea bass, sturgeon, parrot fish, surgeonfish, and red snapper. The liver, intestines, eggs, and head of these fish especially have the highest concentration of toxins.<br /><br />As I watch these different spearfishing videos, sometimes I hear some of these divers questioning the possibility of these barracudas being poisonous, in particular the much larger ones. However, they say that because flies or other small sea insects(on their bodies)are not avoiding them, that’s usually a clear sign that those caught are not poisonous.<span id="docs-internal-guid-e4fc0959-7fff-f605-cd9f-e49eb8944b5b"><br /></span></div><div><br /></div><div><i><b>Source: Center for Disease Control(CDC)</b></i></div>shmlmcfrln0@gmail.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09415706108592410335noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1390676736543124450.post-75816441974498237052022-04-13T22:36:00.002-07:002022-04-16T07:30:30.338-07:00Awesome Skin Care Tips - A Cheaper and Diet-Friendly Approach to a Healthier Skin<br /><br /><br /><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEit_DFyx8UJXqJv8h6cXqvvPa8lNWhITQtPv0kDKHif89xGRRENu-j2zlvmwvA4QaM_G1BPTL0jsEKRfFsAlFTqAfxP9N5xlrkGAL1Ovq8gTVpLOybMt7YcF8hEA3echtrBiJ1gO_a3iav4YODFbF4J7FSZVyRh_9cQToN9Dlf-Md8FuceFa0qMBIvenA/s1920/glass-g4e0fd6e95_1920.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="1920" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEit_DFyx8UJXqJv8h6cXqvvPa8lNWhITQtPv0kDKHif89xGRRENu-j2zlvmwvA4QaM_G1BPTL0jsEKRfFsAlFTqAfxP9N5xlrkGAL1Ovq8gTVpLOybMt7YcF8hEA3echtrBiJ1gO_a3iav4YODFbF4J7FSZVyRh_9cQToN9Dlf-Md8FuceFa0qMBIvenA/s320/glass-g4e0fd6e95_1920.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div><br /></div><div>No doubt, the beauty and cosmetics markets are booming globally. Many people in the US and abroad have been spending a large percentage of their earnings on skincare products when the simple solution to some skin issues they are trying to correct doesn’t really come in bottles, vials, or jars. In other words, sometimes, the solution to certain skin issues can only be fixed by a simple change in your diet, not with skincare or cosmetic products.<br /><br />For those of you who might have been using certain skincare products for a very long time to take care of skin issues, this is particularly for you. If you have been struggling with:<br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Rough - dry skin</li><li>Inflammation of the skin</li><li>Frequent cracks occurring at the corner of the mouth</li><li>Rough, scaly skin</li><li>Slow healing of wounds, and other skin problems, but haven’t experienced any changes. Has it ever dawned on you that it could be a dietary-related issue, specifically, Vitamin or minerals deficiency related?</li></ul>Based on findings, here are some of the reasons for the following skin conditions:<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b>1. Rough -dry Skin</b></span><br />Some excellent sources of vitamin A are:<br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Milk</li><li>Cheese</li><li>Eggs</li><li>Liver</li><li>Yellow/dark green fruits, and vegetables.</li><li>If you haven’t been consuming sufficient vitamin A in your diet, this could lead to a deficiency in vitamin A, which could lead to rough-dry skin, among other symptoms.</li></ul><span style="font-size: large;"><b>2. Rough Scaly Skin</b></span><br /><br />Rich sources of Vitamin C(Ascorbic Acid) include the following:<br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Fruits and vegetables</li><li>A deficiency in Vitamin A may lead to rough, scaly skin and other conditions.</li></ul><span style="font-size: large;"><b> 3. Inflammation of the Skin</b></span><br /><br />Some excellent sources of Vitamin B2(Riboflavin) are:<br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Eggs</li><li>Milk</li><li>Leafy green vegetables</li><li>Whole grain</li><li>Lean meats</li><li>Dried peas & beans</li></ul><span style="font-size: large;"><b> 4. Frequent Cracks at the Corner of The Mouth<br /></b></span><br />One of the reasons for this condition is also due to a deficiency in Vitamin B2(Riboflavin)<br /><br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;"><b> 5. Slow Healing of Wounds and Other Skin Problems</b></span><br /><br />This could be related to a deficiency in the mineral, Zinc. Some excellent sources of Zinc (Z )include:<br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Milk</li><li>Seafood</li><li>Whole grains</li><li>Nuts</li><li>Eggs</li><li>Dried beans</li></ul>Always seek professional advice, anytime you are having second thoughts. If you have been using a particular product for an extended period (way beyond the time you were told that you would have experienced some result) but have not seen any result. It’s time for you to see your doctor or skin care professional. However, the bottom line is that it’s extremely critical that we pay close attention to our diets.<br /><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br /><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><br /></div><br />shmlmcfrln0@gmail.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09415706108592410335noreply@blogger.com2tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1390676736543124450.post-61194541566174283542022-04-04T22:01:00.015-07:002022-04-06T09:44:11.097-07:00Chili Peppers Are Too Spicy - Should You Really Be Eating Them?<div class="separator"><br /></div><div><br /></div><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8nGyL463gMepjYTr7qc8Ki_PqzeJt_I4xlghulGrAl7sP9hqcsOoFO_ChN5CZF5OxztaLJPegWzIBSpaTa44XcAC_oIHC4ToFsN4hZ_nxY1Ca3Axsy2rREi1_ykSTh-MoMJEughL4mAMPlR8V4Ehwj83bzAdvGRQ-RkRuNhJCCC9kNCQLcteTfO8F_w/s1920/chilli-g560cbee7a_1920.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1176" data-original-width="1920" height="196" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEh8nGyL463gMepjYTr7qc8Ki_PqzeJt_I4xlghulGrAl7sP9hqcsOoFO_ChN5CZF5OxztaLJPegWzIBSpaTa44XcAC_oIHC4ToFsN4hZ_nxY1Ca3Axsy2rREi1_ykSTh-MoMJEughL4mAMPlR8V4Ehwj83bzAdvGRQ-RkRuNhJCCC9kNCQLcteTfO8F_w/s320/chilli-g560cbee7a_1920.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><div><br /></div><div><span style="font-size: large;">Why Chili Is So Spicy</span></div><div><br /></div><div>Capsaicin is a hydrophobic compound produced by the plant genus Capsicum and gives chili peppers their spicy taste. <br /><br />This spicy compound acts as a deterrent against the consumption of the plant by mammals (including humans) and prevents fungal infections caused by insects.<br /><br />Capsaicin irritates the human oral cavity, producing thermal (hot) and nociceptive (burning or stinging) sensations.<br /><br />There has been increasing evidence to support the role of the TRPV1 receptors (also known as the capsaicin receptors) in the process by which symptoms of FGID(Functional Gastrointestinal Disorder) are developed, based on findings.<br /><br /><span style="font-size: large;">What are Receptors</span><br /><br />Receptors are large protein molecules. Receptor sites can be found within the plasma membrane of a cell, which acts as a boundary between the cell’s internal and external environment. <br /><br />The term “receptors” implies that they “receive” chemical information from other molecules such as drugs, hormones, or neurotransmitters – outside the cell. Receptors can be natural or artificial.<br /><br />1. These outside molecules with this chemical information bind to receptors on the cell, causing the receptors to be activated.<br /><br />2. A biochemical or electric signal is now generated inside the cell. <br /><br />3. This generated signal then makes the cell do certain things such as making us feel pain, burning sensation, etc.<br /><span style="font-size: large;"><br />Burning Sensation In The Gi-Tract</span><br />It’s believed that the capsaicin receptors are involved in the pathogenesis of burning and pain symptoms in the gastrointestinal tract.<br /><br />However, recent small studies have allegedly demonstrated that the chronic use of capsaicin-containing chili can decrease heartburn and abdominal pain in <b>GERD(gastroesophageal reflux disease)</b> and<b> Dyspepsia</b>, respectively. <br /><br />In addition, the ratio of the prevalence of heartburn/regurgitation symptoms in the population is lower in several parts of Asia, according to the source of this post. It’s believed that this lower rate may be related to the high prevalence of chili or spicy food.<br /><br />The writer(s) states that preliminary studies support the role of desensitization of capsaicin receptors by chili, a natural capsaicin receptor agonist, for the treatment of <b>Functional Dyspepsia and NERD</b>(Non-erosive Reflux Disease). However, more research studies are needed to confirm this idea.<br /><br /><span style="color: #ffa400;"><b>FYI:</b></span><br /><span style="font-size: large;">Receptor Agonist</span><br /><br />It’s a chemical that binds to a receptor and causes it to activate and produce a physiological response. Agonists can be natural or artificial.<br /><b><i><br />Desensitization</i></b> is the diminished sensory response to an unpleasant stimulus after repeated exposure to that stimulus.<br /><br /><i><b>Desensitization</b></i> may be the result of a strong or repeated activation of nociceptors (pain sensation receptors), which will eventually develop a loss in sensitivity to an irritant. However, there are also other ways desensitization can occur.<br /><i><b><span>....Post Source:- </span></b></i><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-style: italic; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/</b></span></div><div><span style="color: #ffa400;"><b><span><a name='more'></a></span><i><br /><br /></i></b></span></div><div><span style="color: #ffa400;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span></div><div><span style="color: #ffa400;"><b><i><br /></i></b></span></div><div><span style="color: #ffa400;"><b><i>CHILI - FROM SOIL PREPARATION, PLANTING, HARVESTING, AND FINISH PRODUCTS(CHILI SAUCE AND CHILI POWDER). WATCH EVERYTHING BEING DONE IN THIS VIDEO.<br /><br /></i></b></span><br /><div style="text-align: center;"><iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/TJri8rFpPqo" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></div><br /><br /><br /><br /><p><span style="background-color: white; color: red; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 16pt; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p></div>shmlmcfrln0@gmail.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09415706108592410335noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1390676736543124450.post-43845390109645299452022-04-01T01:17:00.005-07:002022-04-01T01:51:07.139-07:00 Functional Disorders of the GI Tract - The Role of High- Carbohydrate Diets<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcfeQkMJmiu1o7EcOEuVE7gQQBNcZl8Z7ErG2P-SFqyjsxjmgXlo0aYNBuLlZGco_Df2ks844NHAHq5uAEd0nLlo7HKQS8Mb_ui8mO8DJcpmkGRcB0vb6ogg_H0VNBPMuYGjMaNs4aa-G8nlMKE4Jo0YLDI9UlVc6zuq5z6UImKvi2UAwmpX2OpCRJmw/s1280/Food22.jpg" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="851" data-original-width="1280" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEhcfeQkMJmiu1o7EcOEuVE7gQQBNcZl8Z7ErG2P-SFqyjsxjmgXlo0aYNBuLlZGco_Df2ks844NHAHq5uAEd0nLlo7HKQS8Mb_ui8mO8DJcpmkGRcB0vb6ogg_H0VNBPMuYGjMaNs4aa-G8nlMKE4Jo0YLDI9UlVc6zuq5z6UImKvi2UAwmpX2OpCRJmw/s320/Food22.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><br />Firstly, I must extend a special thanks to everyone who has been hanging out with me on this blog. Secondly, I would like to know which of you likes fishing the way I do? I know some of you enjoy fishing a lot, but not all of us love to fish for the same type of fish. For example, I was up late last night fishing, but I was fishing for something somewhat different from the norm. I was fishing for information on FGIDs(Functional Gastrointestinal Disorders), and this is what I found.<br /><br /><div><b><span style="font-size: large;">FUNCTIONAL GASTROINTESTINAL DISORDERS</span></b><br /><br />Approximately 25 million Americans experience a functional GI disorder based on one source. FGIDs account for 40% of a gastroenterologist’s practice. Although 50-80% of these individuals may take over-the-counter remedies and report remarkably higher rates of job or school absenteeism and disability, they do not see the doctor.<br /><br />The writer went on to say that any section of the gastrointestinal (GI) tract, including the esophagus, stomach, and intestines, can be affected by FDIGs. They are functional disorders and not structural or biochemical abnormalities of the GI tract. It’s believed that the most common FGIDs are the following:<br /><br /><b>1. Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) – is a change in bowel consistency coupled with abdominal pain that is usually relieved after a bowel movement.</b><br /><br /><b>2. Functional Dyspepsia – ulcer-like symptoms with upper-GI pain and a feeling of indigestion or symptoms of mild discomfort with fullness and possibly nausea immediately after eating.</b><br /><br />There are allegedly three primary features listed for FGIDs; however, in this post, I will be focusing only on the role high-carbohydrate diets plays in FGIDs.<br />The Role of High-Carbohydrates<br /><br /><b>According to another source, the major types of carbohydrates in the human diet are: <br /></b><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><b>Starches - wheat, rice, oat, potato, and corn</b></li><li><b>Sucrose(table sugar)</b></li><li><b>Lactose(milk sugar)</b></li></ul>All the above have to be digested into monosaccharides (simple sugars or glucose) before being absorbed through the gut mucosa(inner lining of the intestinal tract).<br /><br />If the complex carbohydrate (fiber and starch) and monosaccharides are not entirely absorbed into the small intestine, these substances will enter the large intestine. Here, they will be fermented or broken down by bacteria to produce gas and short-chain fatty acids (<b><i>a result of the processing of fiber in your colon during digestion</i></b>). Finally, this may contribute to the symptoms reported in patients with FGID, such as diarrhea, gas, bloating, abdominal discomfort, and pain. <br /><b><br />HIGH- CARBOHYDRATE FOOD</b><br /><br />Food with high-carbohydrate content may cause symptoms of functional bowel disorders by both allergic and non-allergic mechanisms.<br /><br /><b>NON-ALLERGIC MECHANISM</b><br /><br />Incomplete absorption of carbohydrates in the small intestine, such as lactose malabsorption, may cause gastrointestinal symptoms. Lactose malabsorption in the small intestine is a common condition caused by reduced activity of the lactase enzyme.<br /><br />Lactose intolerance is presented by abdominal symptoms (e.g., nausea, bloating, and pain) after consuming dairy products. <br /><b><br />ALLERGIC MECHANISM</b><br /><br />Regarding the allergic mechanism, the protein contents in the carbohydrate sources may cause allergic reactions to the gastrointestinal tract.<br /><br />For example, in western countries where wheat is the primary source of carbohydrates, some people may experience gastrointestinal symptoms due to an allergic reaction to gluten, the major protein component of wheat.<br /><br />Besides gluten hypersensitivity, wheat carbohydrates are also incompletely absorbed in the small intestine and may produce gastrointestinal symptoms.<br /><h2 style="text-align: left;"><i>Rice Versus Wheat and Other Carbs</i></h2>According to this article, rice, in contrast to wheat and other sources of carbohydrates, is completely absorbed in the small bowel. There’s also very little intestinal gas produced after its ingestion. In addition, rice has been shown to have low allergenicity.<br /><br />Furthermore, the fact that high fiber may worsen abdominal pain and bloating symptoms, it’s believed that rice may be the most suitable carbohydrate source for (FGID)functional gastrointestinal disorder patients with predominant symptoms of bloating and abdominal pain.<br /><br />Another vital piece of information shared in this article is that (because) there have been reports of inadequate dietary intake for people with IBS due to food avoidance. Therefore, to address this dietary issue, the avoidance of poorly-absorbed carbohydrates combined with the consumption of well-absorbed carbohydrates or rice may be a more appropriate choice than the use of very-low-carbohydrate diets in the dietary treatment strategy for people experiencing IBS.<br /><br /><b>CONCLUSION</b><br /><br />The conclusion made was that all together, rice may be the best source of carbohydrates for individuals with functional bowel disorder because of these three main reasons:<br /><ol style="text-align: left;"><li><b>Its low allergenicity</b></li><li><b>It’s nearly complete absorption in the small bowel</b></li><li><b>Its low fiber content</b></li></ol><br /><i><b>Sources: 1)Med.UNC.edu (2)PubMed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov </b></i></div>shmlmcfrln0@gmail.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09415706108592410335noreply@blogger.com1tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1390676736543124450.post-2894204929638553752022-03-26T15:41:00.003-07:002022-03-26T15:42:51.080-07:00 Self - Care - You Need to Know This<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjiGvbIO_HdG8_ubd1Y30pP2m6DL272L6t3lmgrLWN2a0kkUZXxK1KGJ2g7yZIKhqDW2FChWmP5Pcoie46HoqtJdHZw9A4kW8Y7fIMbgH3j98Hc0c1-iJlNFIq08VsX3qrmmVuix5Pp7tH54ACTSMAC-7hrX_JkfoUrAi3wUS_ljvoul8UcNZiRk4utQ/s1920/seaweed-4412824_1920.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="1920" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjjiGvbIO_HdG8_ubd1Y30pP2m6DL272L6t3lmgrLWN2a0kkUZXxK1KGJ2g7yZIKhqDW2FChWmP5Pcoie46HoqtJdHZw9A4kW8Y7fIMbgH3j98Hc0c1-iJlNFIq08VsX3qrmmVuix5Pp7tH54ACTSMAC-7hrX_JkfoUrAi3wUS_ljvoul8UcNZiRk4utQ/s320/seaweed-4412824_1920.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p></p><ol style="text-align: left;"><li><span id="docs-internal-guid-deec5232-7fff-c1eb-683b-fc62995b14cc">Though frequently used interchangeably, "salt" and "sodium" are not the same thing. Sodium, a mineral, is one of the elements found in salt. In fact, most of our sodium comes from salt.</span></li><li><span id="docs-internal-guid-deec5232-7fff-c1eb-683b-fc62995b14cc">70% of the sodium we eat comes from processed (packaged) foods and restaurant foods.</span></li><li>The recommended limit for sodium is 2,300 milligrams (mg) per day for people 14 years and older. However, people in the U.S. consume 3,400 mg per day on average!</li><li>Too much sodium can lead to high blood pressure, a leading cause of heart disease and stroke.</li><li>Ninety percent of American adults are consuming more sodium than is recommended.</li><li>While more than 4 in 10 Americans have high blood pressure, in non-Hispanic Black adults, that number increases to almost 6 in 10.</li><li>Not only adolescents but also children are eating too much sodium. Evidence shows that children who eat foods higher in sodium can carry those eating habits into adulthood.</li></ol><h2 style="text-align: left;"><span>Steps You Can Take to Cut Back on Sodium</span></h2><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Try to eat less of the foods high in sodium, such as deli meat sandwiches, pizza, burritos, and tacos.</li></ul><span><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span>Reduce your sodium intake at home and when you're eating out at restaurants.</span></li></ul><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span>If you're ordering a standard menu item at a chain restaurant, request the printed nutritional information on each meal choice and choose an option lower in sodium.</span></li></ul><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span>Compare products before you make a final purchase; check the <a href="https://www.accessdata.fda.gov/scripts/InteractiveNutritionFactsLabel/sodium.cfm">Nutrition Facts label </a>to compare the sodium content of packaged products (there's a fair amount of variety among similar foods). For example, data collected by the FDA shows that loaves of bread can vary from 300 mg to 700 mg per 100 grams of bread.</span></li></ul><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span>Try not to exceed the <a href="https://www.fda.gov/food/new-nutrition-facts-label/daily-value-new-nutrition-and-supplement-facts-labels">Daily Value (DV)</a> for sodium. The DV for sodium is the recommended daily limit. As a general guide: 5% and below of the daily value of sodium( per serving )is considered low, and 20% and above is considered high.</span></li></ul><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span>Try salt-free seasoning blends, herbs, and spices instead of salt to add flavor to your food.</span></li></ul><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #2b00fe;">Source: fda.gov</span></span></p><div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div></span>shmlmcfrln0@gmail.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09415706108592410335noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1390676736543124450.post-43621489298324205502022-03-18T15:56:00.002-07:002022-03-18T15:58:02.505-07:00Self- Care - Your Skin Hair And Entire Body Need This Substance<p><br /></p><p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgpuGXxxsh1piBntbEmJmiZ0V0oVk04fLyQHttjz64n2RGbrgtBossjUR0IlQ-pvtDpktE3Cq2uF2uq9bLqDG1zoLF50lGPxVR2KM15EZ1XA7ibyFT_jtWylBo2eTMbEpbYfrHdwXglAQNJK-vyNkTl7YXXJ8cHMLjyAOJri2ze1N3NkDGB1grTH0RzVQ=s1920" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1080" data-original-width="1920" height="180" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgpuGXxxsh1piBntbEmJmiZ0V0oVk04fLyQHttjz64n2RGbrgtBossjUR0IlQ-pvtDpktE3Cq2uF2uq9bLqDG1zoLF50lGPxVR2KM15EZ1XA7ibyFT_jtWylBo2eTMbEpbYfrHdwXglAQNJK-vyNkTl7YXXJ8cHMLjyAOJri2ze1N3NkDGB1grTH0RzVQ=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br />Self-Care doesn’t mean taking care of the outside while neglecting the inside; It is an inside-out approach. For example, It’s not prudent to spend all your saving on skincare while ignoring your diet.<p></p><br />As it pertains to our diet, sometimes what we observe on the outer body, such as skin conditions, hair, and nail problems, are simply signs of protein deficiency, a manifestation of what is missing from the body.<br /><br /><br />Proteins are the main substances the body uses to build and repair tissues, such as:<br /><ul><li><b>muscles </b></li><li><b>blood</b></li><li><b>internal organs</b></li><li><b>skin hair</b></li><li><b>nails</b></li><li><b>bones</b></li></ul><b>FYI:</b> <span style="color: #ffa400;">They are also part of hormones, antibodies, and enzymes + perform other functions.<br /></span><br />They also help maintain the normal balance of body fluids and can be used as a source of energy if enough carbs are not available. Each gram of protein yields four calories of energy.<div><br /></div><h2>Main Sources of Protein</h2><div><ul><li>meats and alternatives</li><li>milk and other dairy products</li></ul><h2>Amino Acids</h2>Amino acids are considered the building blocks of proteins. The human body uses 20 amino acids to make different types of protein.<br /><br />Nine of the 20 amino acids are called essential amino acids because the body cannot manufacture them. The other 11, termed nonessential amino acids, can be produced by the body. </div><div><br /></div><div>All amino acids must be present simultaneously for the body to function normally. Proteins that contain all the essential amino acids are known as complete or higher-quality proteins. These types usually come from animals.<br /><h2>Essential Amino Acids:-</h2><ul><li><b>Histidine</b></li><li><b>Isoleucine</b></li><li><b>Leucine</b></li><li><b>Lysine</b></li><li><b>Methionine</b></li><li><b>Phenylalanine</b></li><li><b>Threonine</b></li><li><b>Tryptophan</b></li><li><b>Valine</b></li></ul><h2>Nonessential Amino Acids:</h2><ol><li><b>Alanine</b></li><li><b>Arginine</b></li><li><b>Asparagine</b></li><li><b>Aspartic acid</b></li><li><b>Cysteine</b></li><li><b>Glutamic acid</b></li><li><b>Glutamine</b></li><li><b>Glycine</b></li><li><b>Proline</b></li><li><b>Serine</b></li><li><b>Tyrosine</b></li></ol><b>FYI</b>: <span style="color: #ffa400;">Protein deficiency is not a problem in the typical diet</span>.<br /><br />Two glasses of skim milk combined with about four ounces of poultry or fish meet the daily protein requirement.<br /><h2>Vegan Diets</h2>Protein deficiency could be a concern in some vegetarian diets. The reason for this is because vegans rely primarily on foods from the bread group, cereal, rice, pasta, fruits, and vegetable groups, and avoid most foods from animal sources found in milk, yogurt, cheese, and meat groups,<br /><h2>The 4 Basic Types of Vegetarians</h2><span style="color: #ffa400;"><b>Vegans</b></span> - Consumes no meat, fish, eggs, dairy products, or food from animals.<br /><br /><span style="color: #ffa400;"><b>Ovo-vegetarians</b></span> - consume eggs but no animal-based food.<br /><br /><span style="color: #ffa400;"><b>Lacto-vegetarian</b></span> - consume dairy products, but no meat, eggs, poultry, or fish.<br /><br /><span style="color: #ffa400;"><b>Ovolactovegetarians </b></span>- consume dairy products and eggs, but no meat, poultry, or fish.<br /><br /><br /><b>FYI:</b> <span style="color: #ffa400;">Vegans, in particular, must make sure they consume protein foods that provide a balanced distribution of essential amino acids, such as grain products and beans.<br /></span><br /><h2>Supplement for Strict Vegans</h2>Strict vegans also need a supplement of vitamin B12. Unfortunately, This vitamin is not found in plant foods, and its deficiency may lead to anemia and nerve damage.<br /><br />Vegetarians who do not select their food combinations properly may develop nutritional deficiencies of protein, vitamins, minerals, and even calories.<br /><h2>Conclusion</h2>Like you cannot construct a firm house without blocks, you cannot build a strong body (muscles, hair, bones, nails, organs, etc.) without proteins. However, like any other nutrients, consuming above the daily recommended amounts of protein for an extended period comes with risks.<span id="docs-internal-guid-9f12eeb0-7fff-f8e5-1dce-95a7682d5f83"><br /><br /><br /><br /></span></div>shmlmcfrln0@gmail.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09415706108592410335noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1390676736543124450.post-36871518219670422302022-03-06T23:02:00.003-08:002022-03-07T18:53:14.259-08:00A Ketogenic Diet Plan - Read This Before You Start<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgsbVvPknIGF1LX4pujUUuGsC_NNsyZnm3qZls3IXQw8JsCIoFQSqmrjOW-1I5ROuTfIdefa1puuvUGSCRNvfrvljuO6qrBk7C05EzdHSh4csY7PbMF0eDKJiPHbYUuOTfBc4GrHCPG5aROdgo6btt_fzgzxdPHp0utNvf5n8UTtvUMjrgxxuxI451a2w=s1920" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="1920" height="213" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgsbVvPknIGF1LX4pujUUuGsC_NNsyZnm3qZls3IXQw8JsCIoFQSqmrjOW-1I5ROuTfIdefa1puuvUGSCRNvfrvljuO6qrBk7C05EzdHSh4csY7PbMF0eDKJiPHbYUuOTfBc4GrHCPG5aROdgo6btt_fzgzxdPHp0utNvf5n8UTtvUMjrgxxuxI451a2w=s320" width="320" /></a></div><br /><p></p><p>Out of curiosity, you may have asked yourself the question, what is the ketogenic diet? Well, the above diet is hailed by some weight watchers as a safe and effective way to lose fat but is considered by many experts as one of the many extremes of dieting that is unsafe to your health.</p><br />Many professional organizations have argued strongly against certain dietary practices, particularly the extremes of fasting and the low-carbohydrate, high-fat, and high-protein diets. These practices, in particular, are a major concern to those who work in the fields of sports medicine and athletics, where reports consistently document that athletes frequently exhibit bizarre and often pathogenic weight-control behaviors, according to findings.<br /><br /><b>Ketogenic Diets</b><br />With ketogenic diets, the emphasis is primarily on carbohydrate restriction while generally ignoring the total caloric content of the diet. Those in favor of these diets believe that the body will use up significant lipids for energy with dietary restrictions of carbohydrates. This leads to an excess in the plasma ketone bodies(byproducts of incomplete lipid breakdown resulting from inadequate carbohydrate catabolism) that supposedly suppress the appetite.<br /><br />The ketones that end up in the urine represent unused energy, the elimination of which further contributes to the weight-loss effort. Some extremists firmly believe that this energy loss is so great dieters can consume all they wish as long as carbohydrates are restricted. It's believed that at best, the energy lost by urinary excretion of ketones probably equals only 100 to 150 calories a day. <br /><br />However, contrary to the above belief, some experts contend that this would account only for a small weight loss of approximately 0.45kg per month --- not very appealing when the major source of food is a liquid intake that may be as high as 70% of the calories consumed. Also, any initial weight loss may be due largely to dehydration caused by an extra solute load on the kidneys, increasing the excretion of water. Such water loss is of no lasting significance in a program designed to reduce body fat. <br /><br />Studies have shown that low-carbohydrate diets can also potentially result in a significant loss of lean tissue, as the body mobilizes amino acids in muscle to maintain blood glucose by gluconeogenesis. This is certainly an undesirable side effect of a diet designed to speed up body fat loss.<br /><br />Based on findings, compared to a standard, well-balanced, low-calorie diet, the ketogenic diet offers no advantage in aiding in the loss of body fat. It has been argued that this diet is potentially hazardous in several ways. It can cause the serum uric acid levels to rise; alter electrolyte concentrations, initiating undesirable cardiac arrhythmias; cause acidosis; aggravate kidney problems due to the extra solute burden placed on the renal system; raise blood lipids; exhaust glycogen reserves to contribute to a fatigued state, and cause relative dehydration. This diet is definitely contraindicated during pregnancy because dietary carbohydrate is essential to fetal development.<br /><br /><b>Conclusion</b><br /> The ketogenic diet is just one example of the extremes of dieting; Presently, the extremes of dieting are insurmountable in the weight loss arena. The extent to which some people are willing to lose weight is unbelievable. However, most weight loss approaches, such as the carbohydrate restriction diet, are certainly not safe, based on the negative health issues mentioned above that may result from such a diet. So, again, a better approach to dieting is to consume well-balanced, low-calorie diets along with regular exercise.<br />shmlmcfrln0@gmail.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09415706108592410335noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1390676736543124450.post-86925068889564621172022-03-05T17:48:00.004-08:002022-03-06T08:09:19.844-08:00 Vegetarian Diet for Cats - You Be The Judge!<p><br /></p><table align="center" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" class="tr-caption-container" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><tbody><tr><td style="text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhAk4gSBNO9KfgM33d2pUdyWRPFV0qj97D5osAml9UC_P7aspmsUxv8Q11ti9M-1YH8sOjb4v47MLo40IWSNkg-xVxD9mh7aSVlx85Iz6wIzIXAG0tatqUPc9YKZYmzvVf50iTj6GCZcVLQ2wo8m8ctdLVq5cMiyuTWVg_BLv7mZ50GxfDEISWg-dfjaw=s1920" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: auto; margin-right: auto;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1306" data-original-width="1920" height="218" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhAk4gSBNO9KfgM33d2pUdyWRPFV0qj97D5osAml9UC_P7aspmsUxv8Q11ti9M-1YH8sOjb4v47MLo40IWSNkg-xVxD9mh7aSVlx85Iz6wIzIXAG0tatqUPc9YKZYmzvVf50iTj6GCZcVLQ2wo8m8ctdLVq5cMiyuTWVg_BLv7mZ50GxfDEISWg-dfjaw=s320" width="320" /></a></td></tr><tr><td class="tr-caption" style="text-align: center;">Vegan Diet</td></tr></tbody></table><br /><span id="docs-internal-guid-ebbe0f20-7fff-b9ae-afe1-eedd55a297e0"><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Our pets are a part of the family, so when we make adjustments to our diets for the sake of better health or beliefs, we have to do the same for them too. Some vegetarians, for example, may decide to feed their cats vegetarian diets as opposed to meat, a decision primarily based on ethics or morality. Others do it because they feel that it's a healthier choice overall.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">In one study, 75% of the owners feeding their cats a vegetarian diet considered the diet beneficial for decreased risk of cancer, healthy coat, longevity, weight control, reduced risk of allergies, etc. </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">However, the question here is which diet is really healthier for your cats, meat-based or plant-based? </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Cat - Obligate Carnivore</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The domestic cat, Felis cactus, is considered an obligate carnivore. The obligate carnivore's diet comprises exclusively of prey or meat. This evolutionary adaptation to a strict protein diet makes it harder for them to digest a vegetarian diet since their digestive system isn't geared to handle it.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 13pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Plant-Based Versus Animal-Based Diet</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Compared to the domestic dog, the cat's protein requirement is much higher; however, the amount of high-quality and highly digestible protein in a plant-based diet is typically lower compared to an animal-based diet. </span></p><br /><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Amino Acid - Taurine</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">More Importantly, taurine, an amino acid (the building blocks of protein) essential for cats, can only be found in animal sources such as meat, milk, etc. Cats also need vitamin A which is predominantly or exclusively found in animal tissues. </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Not only do cats require a balanced diet to be protected against adverse health outcomes, but certain disease states are also known to be associated with imbalances or inappropriate provision of particular nutrients.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Consequences of a Vegan Diet</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">However, based on findings, cats fed a strict vegan diet will often develop a taurine deficiency which can further lead to an issue with the heart known as cardiomyopathy (DCM). When this happens, the animal's muscle becomes very thin and weak, preventing the heart from pumping the body's required blood and oxygen supply. Insufficient taurine can also cause severe eye problems in cats, including blindness.</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It's also believed that feeding vegetarian diets to cats may predispose them to other health disorders, including lower urinary tract diseases.</span></p><div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span id="docs-internal-guid-35107db3-7fff-4d97-b439-4b71cad43908"><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;">Sources: 1)</span><span style="color: #1155cc; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; text-decoration-line: underline; text-decoration-skip-ink: none; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://www.aspca.org">https://www.aspca.org</a></span><span style="font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"> (2)</span><span style="background-color: white; font-family: Georgia; font-size: 13pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline;"><a href="https://veterinaryresearch.biomedcentral.com/">https://veterinaryresearch.biomedcentral.com/</a></span></span></span></div><div><span style="font-family: Arial; 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text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg73SgQCTQ97BItg6ouWA_QXoCSE7xf7eSeNZCKQCHayyIHB7HEKqirNazin7fE1tanq9YBfdOVh7UDmFLpWmd9Il-lldWedbWcXVpa9ImNQIcwYmRysQx4oyYrnmGff-YGc6BsbcS0yGRZqYkXb2KyKNgFeVWeTZaZr5oalFzmL4jIrPJfBOG8iFiykA=s1920" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1357" data-original-width="1920" height="452" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEg73SgQCTQ97BItg6ouWA_QXoCSE7xf7eSeNZCKQCHayyIHB7HEKqirNazin7fE1tanq9YBfdOVh7UDmFLpWmd9Il-lldWedbWcXVpa9ImNQIcwYmRysQx4oyYrnmGff-YGc6BsbcS0yGRZqYkXb2KyKNgFeVWeTZaZr5oalFzmL4jIrPJfBOG8iFiykA=w640-h452" width="640" /></a></div><br /><br /></div></div><p></p><p><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 14pt; white-space: pre-wrap;">Over the years, people have been searching for the best anti-aging skincare product or method to combat aging, the universal phenomenon. However, unfortunately, aging is a harsh reality of life we all wish we could avoid, especially when all the signs of aging begin to appear. Here is the thing, though, why don’t we all focus on “self-care”? The truth is when we focus on our overall self, we have a better chance of not only looking young but staying healthy as we age. </span></p><span id="docs-internal-guid-df9f8ba7-7fff-91a5-d4f0-8614f9056549"><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Another thing some of us are unaware of is the following visible signs of premature aging, such as:</span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Skin wrinkling</span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Sagging skin </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Dull skin </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Skin dryness </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Skin stiffness, uneven skin tone, etc., are partly due to the sun and other environmental or extrinsic factors such as our </span><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">lifestyles</span><span style="font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. So, for example, let’s look at diet, one of the main contributory factors we have exclusive control over yet often neglect.</span></p></li></ul><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 17pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Diet - The Deal Breaker</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It’s a fact that our diet is one of the contributory environmental factors we have can control. So, therefore, it should be considered, in my opinion, one of the best </span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 14pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">self-care</span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> remedies to combat certain illnesses and diseases that can also affect the skin, causing aging skin, dry skin, skin stiffness, and loss of elasticity.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 17pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Skin Stiffness and Loss of Elasticity - The Role of Diet</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Based on information from reputable medical research publications reviewed, glycation plays a role in </span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">intrinsic</span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> and </span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">extrinsic aging</span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. The build-up of <b>Advanced Glycation End Products</b>(AGEs) contributes to the development of many degenerative disorders,</span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> including aging</span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. It’s believed that the production of AGEs in the skin cell and ultimate build-up in connective tissues helps to cause </span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">stiffness</span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> and loss of </span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">skin elasticity.</span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 16pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Glycation</span><span face="Roboto, sans-serif" style="color: #202124; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Glycation refers to the harmful compounds formed when protein or fat is combined with sugar in the bloodstream. </span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Diet is believed to be its greatest contributory factor.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Researchers found that the highest level of AGEs(advanced glycation end-products) was in the fats group of our diet, followed by meat and meat-substitute groups. Contrarily, the least was observed in the carbohydrates group.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 17pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">How You Prepare Your Meals Make A Difference</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Based on the findings, </span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">dry heat</span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> promotes new </span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">dietary Advanced Glycation formation </span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">by greater than (10 to 100) times above the uncooked state across food categories. </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Animal-based(meat, poultry, fish, eggs, and dairy)foods high in fat and protein are generally AGE-rich and susceptible to new AGE formation during </span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">cooking</span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">. </span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-left: 36pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The following, in contrast, contain relatively few AGEs, even after cooking: </span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">carbohydrate-rich foods such as vegetables, fruits, whole grains, and milk</span></p></li></ul><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The formation of new dietary advanced end products(dAGEs) during </span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">cooking</span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> was</span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> blocked </span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">by the </span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">AGE</span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">inhibitory compound</span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">aminoguanidine, </span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">and it</span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">was reduced a lot by the following heat sources and food preparation methods:</span></p><ol style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Cooking with moist heat </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Using shorter cooking times </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Cooking at lower temperatures </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">By using acidic ingredients such as lemon juice or vinegar </span></p></li></ol><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">In addition, some scientists believe that some</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> culinary herbs and spices</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> can prevent</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> fructose-induced glycation</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">(fruit sugar reacting with protein to cause some complications and accelerate aging) such as the following:</span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Cinnamon </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Cloves </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Oregano </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 11pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Allspice </span></p></li></ul><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Additionally, some compounds, such as those listed below, are also involved in the inhibition of AGE formation: </span></p><ul style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Ginger </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Garlic </span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: disc; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Alpha-lipoic acid and Alpha-tocopherol</span></p></li></ul><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Conclusion</b></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.8; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">One of the best</span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-style: italic; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> self-care </span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">DIY remedies is right there in your home, and it’s not in jars or bottles loaded with chemicals. It’s not delivered pre-prepared; You get to prepare it from scratch in the comfort of your own kitchen. So, with all this said, why not go ahead and change your diet and the way you prepare your meals. This can help you live healthier and delay signs of premature skin aging such as dull skin, dryness, skin stiffness, and loss of elasticity.</span></p><div><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div></span>shmlmcfrln0@gmail.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09415706108592410335noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1390676736543124450.post-88955591212995232442022-01-19T19:35:00.009-08:002022-02-05T10:58:34.127-08:00Mediterranean Diet - Eight Life -Changing Health Benefits<p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgeqwzKCEhjPqPhoPGVUvezDsItP4yoUmc5GaB5o3A7It--AXzGrqo8zNzFyCFE4GkJenSMn6lijgKQHIJqSwOwz7XuJPSNBGz7eK0AeLQ3_F4UpEtMHcQqhqhIxI2pWVHDa_Fe_xVbTKBJYiax6xM_6SY1V5FaansLucdXeQpV7j-T_BMC_a4jpD624w=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="426" data-original-width="640" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEgeqwzKCEhjPqPhoPGVUvezDsItP4yoUmc5GaB5o3A7It--AXzGrqo8zNzFyCFE4GkJenSMn6lijgKQHIJqSwOwz7XuJPSNBGz7eK0AeLQ3_F4UpEtMHcQqhqhIxI2pWVHDa_Fe_xVbTKBJYiax6xM_6SY1V5FaansLucdXeQpV7j-T_BMC_a4jpD624w=w400-h266" width="400" /></a></div><br /> <p></p><span id="docs-internal-guid-a318bba6-7fff-2662-fe4b-4862d862f54a"><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The primary focus of this post is to highlight eight health benefits of the Mediterranean diet. However, before these benefits are listed, a brief introduction to this diet and the primary reason(s) its </span><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">adherence was considered a vital preventive and therapeutic tool for <b>cardiodiabesity</b>.</span></p><div><span><br /></span></div><div style="text-align: center;">*<iframe allow="accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture" allowfullscreen="" frameborder="0" height="315" src="https://www.youtube.com/embed/kv-Pdp20rrs" title="YouTube video player" width="560"></iframe></div><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 18pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 18pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The Mediterranean Diet</span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">The Mediterranean Diet (MedDiet) – describing traditional dietary and lifestyle habits in the Mediterranean region, is viewed more of an eating pattern than a strictly regimented diet plan. During</span><span style="color: #333333; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> the mid-20th century, these countries allegedly experienced low rates of chronic disease and higher than average adult life expectancy even though they had limited access to healthcare. Thus, it was believed that the diet, which consisted chiefly of fruits and vegetables, beans, nuts, whole grains, fish, olive oil, small amounts of dairy, and red wine, offered many benefits to their health.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">According to the International Diabetes Federation, obesity, metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease, and type 2 diabetes mellitus are expected to become the seventh leading cause of death by 2030. So, there have been some challenges combating the above life-threatening diseases.</span></p><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">It’s believed that the rising coexistence of diabetes and obesity creates complex treatment challenges due to the increased risk of developing cardiovascular complications. That being the case, therapeutic strategies incorporating glycemic control, weight loss, and vascular protection are of paramount importance to successfully stave off the health and economic burden presented by diabetes(diabetes associated with obesity) which also increases the risk of cardiodiabesi</span><span style="font-family: Arial; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">ty. </span><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">As a result, the Mediterranean diet(MedDiet) has been promoted as a means of preventing and treating cardiodiabesity. </span></p><div><span><br /></span></div><b><span style="font-size: medium;">Cardiodiabesity</span></b><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 14pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Obesity, metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease, and type 2 diabetes mellitus are said to be so naturally linked together that the broad term, Cardiodiabesity, has been used to reflect their coexistence and interrelationship. </span></p><br /><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Based on several articles reviewed, there is increasing scientific evidence that shows the Mediterranean diet has a beneficial effect on obesity, metabolic syndrome, cardiovascular disease, and type 2 diabetes mellitus. </span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Clinical trials have shown that MedDiet adherence is associated with the following :</span></p><ol style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>A lower level of inflammation, </b></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Decreased blood pressure, </b></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Increase levels of high-density lipoprotein cholesterol(HDL-C) </b></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>A more significant reduction in total weight(waist circumference), and BMI, especially for those following a MedDiet supplemented with extra-virgin olive oil.</b></span></p></li></ol><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">These were other discoveries made by researchers regarding higher adherence to MedDiet:</span></p><ol style="margin-bottom: 0px; margin-top: 0px; padding-inline-start: 48px;"><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>It favored more significant weight loss in obese people than a low-fat diet.</b></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>It has been linked to a reduction in Cardiovascular diet(CVD)risk and mortality in the general population, including the obese and non-obese individuals without CVD.</b></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>It decreases the incidence of Type 2 diabetes and CVD in healthy individuals. </b></span></p></li><li aria-level="1" dir="ltr" style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; list-style-type: decimal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre;"><p dir="ltr" role="presentation" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><b>Reduces the severity of symptoms of individuals that already have type 2 diabetes and CVD.</b></span></p></li></ol><br /><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 0pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">According to the author(s) of one of the sources reviewed for this article, the scientific evidence appears to support the conclusion that MedDiet adherence is a preventive and therapeutic tool for cardiodiabesity.</span></p><div><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><br /></span></div><div><span style="color: #202124; font-family: "Times New Roman"; font-size: 15pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><i>Source:www.pubmed.gov</i></span></div></span>shmlmcfrln0@gmail.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09415706108592410335noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1390676736543124450.post-61433326473440680922022-01-15T10:18:00.011-08:002022-01-15T14:14:46.842-08:00Anti-Inflammatory Diet - Insanely Effective <p></p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhv_7CAU1B1kX7vBNKG5fTwdriLXTWAC8isD8bBHyYb8L6wSQ1gbhazRwkEL_hBsQFoVotDNM-WqwpQfgY-aVPVcB3PlfEjDTk4wBTmYdC9WpnZ4ELvDe_lwKGamgxXAi8Raa7Ir_o8NMZ4_BztFy59SdYE86fXsY82slSTXmIInE16Gn4Zv5wbagSCfw=s640" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="426" data-original-width="640" height="266" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/a/AVvXsEhv_7CAU1B1kX7vBNKG5fTwdriLXTWAC8isD8bBHyYb8L6wSQ1gbhazRwkEL_hBsQFoVotDNM-WqwpQfgY-aVPVcB3PlfEjDTk4wBTmYdC9WpnZ4ELvDe_lwKGamgxXAi8Raa7Ir_o8NMZ4_BztFy59SdYE86fXsY82slSTXmIInE16Gn4Zv5wbagSCfw=w400-h266" width="400" /></a></div><br /><br /><h2 style="text-align: left;">Why An Anti-inflammatory Diet</h2>An anti-inflammatory diet is of paramount importance because not only is it officially the Flu season, but the Covid pandemic is also very much alive and fully active. Despite all of this, unfortunately, a vast majority of the conversations, suggestions, and recommendations currently available as it relates to staying healthy, pretty much have nothing to do with diet. <div><br /></div><div>In my opinion, I think consuming the right diet is critical in keeping the immune system in top shape so that it can aggressively fight back at daily environmental assaults on the body, these seasonal viruses, and more importantly, the Covid virus.<div><br />Several scientific publications agree that consuming a variety of anti-inflammatory food daily can not only provide the body with antioxidants but can also do the following:<br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Provide(phytochemicals)bioactive plant chemicals in fruits, vegetables, grains, and other plant foods that may provide numerous desirable health benefits.</li></ul><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Inhibit inflammatory signals caused by the immune system.</li></ul><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Provide fibers that can prevent cellular stress(A wide range of molecular changes that cells undergo due to environmental stress, including temperature extremes, exposure to toxins, mechanical damage, viral infections, etc.)</li></ul><ul style="text-align: left;"><li>Promote healthy gut microbiota(A complex and dynamic population of microorganisms usually found in our GI tract) and more.</li></ul><br />An anti-inflammatory diet is recommended as a remedy to fight inflammation in the body. Although its side effects are unpleasant, inflammation is a healthy response by our immune system to viruses, bacteria, toxins, or an injury.<br /><br />Inflammation becomes harmful when it is long-lasting and begins to damage healthy cells, creating a pro-inflammatory state. <br /><br /><h2 style="text-align: left;">What An Anti-Inflammatory Diet Really Is</h2>An anti-inflammatory diet does not follow any strict rules; neither is it based on calories or portion sizes. Instead, it suggests a variety of anti-inflammatory foods to consume daily.<br /><br />This approach ensures a greater variety of protective food components, some of which may work together to boost immunity.<br /><br /><h2 style="text-align: left;">Anti-Inflammatory Foods</h2>Below is a list of foods that are among those foods that should be included in an anti-inflammatory diet:<br /><ul style="text-align: left;"><li><span style="color: #ffa400;"><b>Tomatoes</b></span></li><li><span style="color: #ffa400;"><b>Olive oil</b></span></li><li><span style="color: #ffa400;"><b>Green leafy vegetables -spinach, kale, and others</b></span></li><li><span style="color: #ffa400;"><b>Nuts - walnuts, almonds, and others</b></span></li><li><span style="color: #ffa400;"><b>Fatty fish - salmon, mackerel, tuna, and sardines</b></span></li><li><span style="color: #ffa400;"><b>Fruits - strawberries, blueberries, cherries, and oranges</b></span></li></ul>Our diet is considered the main force behind the shaping of the gut microbiota throughout our lifetime. It’s important to note that altered gut bacteria composition has been associated with the pathogens of several inflammatory diseases and infections. This further supports the importance of an anti-inflammatory diet.<br /><br /><div><span><br /></span></div></div></div>shmlmcfrln0@gmail.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09415706108592410335noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1390676736543124450.post-43882846169876963382021-12-03T14:25:00.003-08:002021-12-03T14:25:47.625-08:00Do This To Decrease The Loss of Vitamins During Cooking<div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nFEjvMnb73w/YaqRgpiowpI/AAAAAAAAFRE/mT_WZFouNnMVRj3fY-OOb3G53NVc1aiIwCNcBGAsYHQ/s1920/cauliflower-gaf9ebea9e_1920.jpg" imageanchor="1" style="margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="1920" height="213" src="https://1.bp.blogspot.com/-nFEjvMnb73w/YaqRgpiowpI/AAAAAAAAFRE/mT_WZFouNnMVRj3fY-OOb3G53NVc1aiIwCNcBGAsYHQ/s320/cauliflower-gaf9ebea9e_1920.jpg" width="320" /></a></div><p><br /></p>The body does not manufacture most vitamins. The only way these vitamins can be obtained is only through a well-balanced diet. However, cooking can destroy some of the vitamins in our foods. Water-soluble vitamins like vitamin C and B vitamins seem to be the most vulnerable to degradation in cooking. <h2 style="text-align: left;"></h2><h4 style="text-align: left;">Microwave Or Steam</h4><div>Although cooking helps to break down the thick cell walls of many plants, releasing the nutrients stored in them, which is actually suitable for stews and soups.<br />If you are not cooking soups or stews, to minimize the loss of vitamins during cooking, natural foods should be microwaved or steamed rather than boiled in water that will be eventually thrown out later.</div><div><br /></div><div><h2 style="text-align: left;">Raw Vegetables Versus Cooked Vegetables</h2>Many people believe raw vegetables contain more nutrition than cooked vegetables, but not in all cases; it depends on the type of nutrient. For example, when researchers analyzed the plasma of people in one study, they found that those who ate a raw food diet had higher levels of beta carotene, but their plasma lycopene levels were well below average. That’s likely because fresh, uncooked tomatoes actually have lower lycopene content than cooked or processed tomatoes.<br /><div><br /></div><div><br /></div></div>shmlmcfrln0@gmail.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09415706108592410335noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1390676736543124450.post-52880041865742765542021-11-14T17:23:00.003-08:002021-11-14T18:29:38.126-08:00The Jalapeno Challenge is Real - Here is The Trick To Master it<p> </p><div class="separator" style="clear: both; text-align: center;"><a href="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ6i6bZbuQih7Aaaw2MLl_wPnlN8KpX8t_1R-NfHSRsKaxk96KrAyVKFml3dgPm2BT7eEhI4XKsIvORmPs_-50miJSVF3OVrwvEesaa4mczd0DTxw2Qti5lzvEVJ1aRa-R5Xj8JQ5HUl9x/s1920/pepper-g870f5956f_1920.jpg" style="font-size: 12pt; margin-left: 1em; margin-right: 1em; text-align: center;"><img border="0" data-original-height="1280" data-original-width="1920" height="278" src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/b/R29vZ2xl/AVvXsEjQ6i6bZbuQih7Aaaw2MLl_wPnlN8KpX8t_1R-NfHSRsKaxk96KrAyVKFml3dgPm2BT7eEhI4XKsIvORmPs_-50miJSVF3OVrwvEesaa4mczd0DTxw2Qti5lzvEVJ1aRa-R5Xj8JQ5HUl9x/w400-h278/pepper-g870f5956f_1920.jpg" width="400" /></a></div><div><span style="color: #666666;"></span><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: #666666;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: #666666;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: #666666;"><br /></span></span></span></div><div><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="font-family: inherit; font-size: 12pt;"><span style="color: #666666;">Like a circus moving from town to town, the Jalapeno crave is going around. So for all you Jalapeno lovers, I know you wouldn't mind a few tips to help you enjoy or dig into a few more Jalapeno poppers or even some Jalapeno chicken salad without having to suffer the consequences.</span></span></span><p></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 30pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: inherit;">Suppose you enjoy preparing your Jalapeno treats yourself; in that case, I must warn you, "exercise caution when cutting these "hotties"; because if you don't, your eyes, nose, and skin will have to pay the price. </span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 30pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: inherit;">If you would rather sit somewhere where it's cozy (like a restaurant or a Jalapeno specialty spot and enjoy your "hotties"), then you don't have to worry about feeling the after-cutting burn. You just have to deal with a mouthful of fire.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 30pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: inherit;">Just make sure you order a carton or glass of milk, yogurt, or some dairy ice cream. Yes, it has to be dairy! The casein found in dairy can help wash the capsaicin away.</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 30pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">If somehow you have long opted out of consuming dairy products, due to lactose intolerance or for some other reason, go with a glass of lemonade. A few wedges of lime, lemon, or citrus fruit may also help to neutralize the capsaicin by binding with them, kind of similar to what dairy can do. You can also try washing out your mouth with warm water. </span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 30pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: inherit;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Just swish the water around your mouth a few times before spitting it out to remove the capsaicin from the tongue.</span><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"> </span><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;">Forget about water, soda, alcohol, or alcoholic beverages; they can't help put out the fire in your mouth. It's like using fire to fight fire!</span></span></p><p dir="ltr" style="line-height: 1.38; margin-bottom: 30pt; margin-top: 0pt;"><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: inherit;">Studies show that beverages with carbonation such as soda, seltzer water, and beer predictably performed poorly at reducing the burn of capsaicin. </span></span></p><div><span style="background-color: white; font-size: 12pt; font-variant-east-asian: normal; font-variant-numeric: normal; font-weight: 700; vertical-align: baseline; white-space: pre-wrap;"><span style="color: #666666; font-family: inherit;"><br /></span></span></div></div>shmlmcfrln0@gmail.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09415706108592410335noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1390676736543124450.post-3802606021653192492021-11-04T21:36:00.002-07:002021-11-13T17:36:23.488-08:00Eat These Amazing Foods To Help Prevent Cancer<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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Since my mission is to use this blog to share the following: </div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">1. What I know about cooking in general</div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">2. How our particular food can help us to be healthier and even live longer.</div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">I have been spending a lot of time discovering more about the negative and positive consequences of eating certain foods. </div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Surprisingly, in one of my research, I have discovered the formation of cancers and the foods that can help prevent these most feared diseases from forming or even taking over our bodies!<br />
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Although researchers believe consuming food rich in antioxidants, vitamins, and minerals (selenium) can help protect the body from oxygen-free radicals. In this article, I will be focusing only on antioxidants and their mechanisms of action in cancer prevention.<br />
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During metabolism, most of the oxygen in the human body is converted into stable forms of carbon dioxide and water. However, a small percentage usually ends up in an unstable condition known as oxygen free radicals, which are thought to attack and damage the cell membrane and DNA, leading to the formation of cancers. <br />
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They are cancer-fighting agents.<br />
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Antioxidants absorb free radicals before they can cause damage, and they also interrupt the sequence of reactions once the damage has begun.<br />
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<span style="color: #8e7cc3;"><b>1</b></span><b><span style="color: #eeeeee;">.</span><span style="color: #8e7cc3;"> Polyphenols </span></b>are potent cancer-fighting antioxidants found in fresh fruits and vegetables, many grains, and green tea. For example, the antioxidant effect of one of the <b>polyphenols</b> in green tea, <b>epigallocatechin gallate</b>, or <b>EGCG</b>, is believed to be at least 25 times more effective than vitamin E and 100 times more effective than vitamin C at protecting cells and the DNA from free radical damage. Damages caused by free radicals may result in diseases such as cancer, heart disease, and others. For example, it has been said that<b> EGCG</b> is twice as potent as the <b>red wine</b> antioxidants <b>resveratrol</b> that helps prevent heart disease.<br />
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Research findings have led some scientists to believe that green tea might be especially helpful in preventing gastrointestinal cancers, including those of the stomach, small intestines, pancreas, and colon. Consumption of green tea also has been linked to a lower incidence of lung, esophageal, and estrogen-related cancers, including most breast cancers. </div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on"><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">Based on research, in Japan, for example, although people were found to smoke twice as much as people in the U.S, the incidence of lung cancer is surprisingly 50% less than that of the United States. Researchers believe this is since the Japanese drink green tea more regularly than people in the U.S. Therefore, to prevent cancer, it’s recommended that you drink two or more cups of green tea daily.<br />
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These chemicals are found in abundance in fruits and vegetables. It’s believed that they do exert a powerful effect on cancer prevention by blocking the formation of cancerous tumors and disrupting the process at almost every step of the way.<br />
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<li><span style="color: #674ea7;">Removing cancer-causing agents from cells before they cause damage</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #674ea7;">Activating enzymes that detoxify cancer-causing agents</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #674ea7;">Keeping carcinogens from binding onto cells</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #674ea7;">Preventing carcinogens from binding to DNA</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #674ea7;">Disassembling cancer-causing precursors to non-cancerous forms</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #674ea7;">Disrupting the chemical structure of cell molecules that can produce carcinogens</span></li>
<li><span style="color: #674ea7;">Depriving small tumors of oxygen and nutrients by preventing them from accessing small blood vessels</span></li>
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Bacillus Cereus is among some of the many species of bacteria that usually lurked around our home kitchens and other food handling or food preparation environment. Because this bacterium can cause severe illnesses, it’s of paramount importance that we know what steps to follow when handling foods. In this post, we will be particularly looking at the following:<br />
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<b>Bacillus Cereus </b><br />
The bacterium Bacillus cereus, otherwise referred to as B. cereus, is a genus usually found in foods. It tends to multiply rapidly at room temperature and produces toxins that can cause several illnesses.<br />
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Foods that have sat out for an extended period at room temperature, particularly rice and other leftovers, are usually one of the primary sources of this bacterium. Sauces, soups, and other prepared foods can also harbor growth if they have sat out for too long at room temperature. Thus, prompt refrigeration or maintaining leftovers and other prepared food at the recommended temperature are essential.<br />
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<b><span style="color: red;">Two Known types of illness Cause By B. Cereus</span></b><br />
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A person who has been experiencing constant or prolonged diarrhea and vomiting secondary to consuming toxins produced by Bacillus cereus can become dehydrated very quickly. Thus, they must try to re-hydrate themselves as soon as possible by returning sufficient fluids to the body to compensate for that amount lost; If not, this can lead to a loss of electrolytes, sodium in particular, and an overall disruption of the metabolic process.<br /><br /></div><div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
Based on the advice provided by the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA), one should drink plenty of fluids and get enough rest. However, if you cannot drink enough fluids to prevent dehydration, you should seek medical attention immediately.<br />
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To reduce the risk of becoming ill from Bacillus cereus, hot foods should be kept hot (above 140°F). Similarly, cold foods should be kept cold (40°F or below). Cooked foods should be stored in a wide, shallow container and refrigerated as soon as possible. It’s best to refrigerate all leftovers within 2hrs.<br />
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Bacteria, in general, are not visible to the naked eyes; Usually, they can only be seen under a microscope. As a result, there’s no way for us to tell whether or not they are sitting in the foods we are about to consume. In fact, if this was the case, we could easily avoid becoming ill from Bacillus cereus.<br />
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Many people have been switching to using margarine instead of butter to reduce their intake of saturated fats. But, now researchers are questioning how healthy a choice is margarine, even though it has far less saturated fat than butter.<br />
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<b><span style="font-size: large;">Butter versus Margarine</span></b><br />
Based on findings, the distinguishing characteristic between margarine and butter is not the caloric content, as they are about equal, but the composition of their fatty acids. About 62% of the fatty acids in the butter are saturated compared with 20% in margarine. During the manufacturing process of margarine and some other vegetable shortenings, unsaturated corn, soybean, or sunflower oil is partially hydrogenated---a process called hydrogenation wherein hydrogen is added to the oil.<br />
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This causes the chemical structure of the original polyunsaturated oil to be arranged to a liquid not found in nature that is more hardened (saturated) but not as hard as butter. When one of the hydrogen atoms along the carbon chain moves from its naturally occurring position(<i><b>cis</b></i> position) to the opposite side of the double bond that separates two carbon atoms (<i><b>trans</b></i> position), the restructured fatty acid is referred to as a trans unsaturated fatty acid. From 17 to 25% of the fatty acids in margarine are trans unsaturated fatty acids, compared with only 7% in butter fat.<br />
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The fact that margarine is made from vegetable oil, it contains no cholesterol; butter, on the other hand, is made from a dairy source and contains between 11 to 15 mg of cholesterol per teaspoon.
The current controversy over margarine versus butter centers on the possible detrimental health effects of trans, unsaturated fatty acids. A diet high in margarine and other foods containing partially hydrogenated vegetable oils increases LDL cholesterol concentration to about the same degree as a diet high in saturated fat. Unlike saturated fats, however, they also decrease the concentration of the beneficial HDL cholesterol. Thus Scientists estimate that the dietary trans unsaturated fatty acids do contribute to increased risk for heart disease.<br />
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Since there seems to be a controversy over whether a diet high in margarine can increase LDL cholesterol to approximately the same degree as a diet high in saturated fat, and that it may also cause a reduction of good (HDL) cholesterol, the best advice here is to use margarine in moderation. Better yet, instead of using butter or margarine, you can use olive oil to lightly sprinkle your toast and vegetable oil to cook or bake. You may also baste roasted food with tomato juice, pureed vegetables or fruits, in place of oil. <br />
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shmlmcfrln0@gmail.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09415706108592410335noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1390676736543124450.post-66099676235700598592021-10-28T00:11:00.004-07:002021-11-13T17:39:06.237-08:00The Truth About Colon Cancer And Diverticula<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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<b>What is Dietary Fiber</b><br />
Fiber is a form of complex carbohydrate. A high-fiber diet gives a person a feeling of fullness without added calories. Food rich in fiber includes starchy vegetables, fruits, legumes, whole grain bread, and cereals; because dietary fiber cannot be broken down by human digestive enzymes. Instead, it passes down the intestinal tract and adds bulk to the stool, which helps us to move our bowels. During the digestive process, it binds water to help produce softer, bulkier stools and aids in a more rapid movement of waste materials through the intestines. Thus, it plays a unique role in the digestive system. Therefore, it's quite normal for individuals who frequently consume a diet rich in fiber to experience easy bowel movements.<br />
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If a person's diet is low in fiber, during digestion, there won't be enough fiber to bind water. As a result, the stools will be hard. The formation of hard stools can create extra squeezing work for the large intestine. Over time, this excessive amount of squeezing can weaken the walls of the large intestine, leading to diverticula. Most typically, this occurs in the descending colon (which lies on the left side of the body). Diverticula can sometimes lead to lower GI bleeding and/or pain, classically in the left lower quadrant(diverticulosis). Diverticula can also become inflamed (diverticulitis)<br />
<br />The bladder is located next to the descending colon. Therefore, in severe diverticulosis, the diverticula can rapture and adhere to it, even creating a communication between the bladder and the diverticula. In addition, this colovesical fistula can cause pneumaturia (air in the urine) and fecaluria ( feces in the urine).<br />
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Studies show that cancer of the large bowel (colon cancer) is prevalent in economically developed countries such as the United States, Canada, and Western Europe. On the contrary, colon cancer is relatively rare in less developed areas of Africa, where the diet is usually lower in fat and animal protein and consists of high-fiber, unprocessed plant foods.<br />
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Although the recommended amount of fiber intake is about 25 to 30 grams per day. Most people in the United States eat only 10 to 12 grams of fiber daily. It's believed that simply increasing your daily intake of fiber, or in other words, eating more fruits, vegetables, legumes, grains, and cereals daily, can significantly reduce the risk of colon cancer, diverticulitis, and even breast cancer.</div>
shmlmcfrln0@gmail.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09415706108592410335noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1390676736543124450.post-72507125288272294792021-10-16T22:55:00.004-07:002021-11-13T17:39:55.585-08:00Here Are The Reasons You Should Eat Cruciferous Vegetables <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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therapy for cancer have been known to frequently experience damage to
healthy tissues and several other side effects. However, based on a most recent
study featured in an academic journal, dated 10/16/13, cruciferous vegetables
such as cabbage, cauliflower, and broccoli is believed to contain an
anti-cancerous compound that can protect healthy tissues from radiation damage or decrease the side
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this anti-cancer compound that has been proven to protect rodents from lethal
doses of radiation has already been shown to be safe in humans. This compound they
call “DIM” has been studied as a cancer prevention agent for many years, but
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<span style="font-size: small;">The typical side effects
observed in cancer patients who have received radiation therapy are usually a
reduction of- red blood cells, white blood cells, and blood platelets. However,
these scientists also found that mice treated with this anti-cancer compound
have shown less loss of the above blood cells and platelets.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">A few years ago, another
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DNA repair in cells, which helps prevent them from becoming cancerous.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;">Cruciferous plants are those
that produce cross-shaped leaves. Other cruciferous vegetables not mentioned
above include Brussels sprouts and Kohlrabi. They have long been shown to contain
phytochemicals that appear to exert a powerful effect in preventing cancer
by blocking the formation of cancerous tumors and disrupting the process at
almost every step of the way. Unfortunately, although the recommended
daily consumption of fruits and vegetables is 5-9 servings, many of us have not
been eating this amount of fruits and vegetables --- especially cruciferous
vegetables --- on a daily basis.</span></div>
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shmlmcfrln0@gmail.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09415706108592410335noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1390676736543124450.post-10215722066799489482021-10-11T13:55:00.008-07:002021-11-20T21:18:45.996-08:00Avoid Eating These Foods They Can Cause Spontaneous Abortion<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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sharks, swordfish, king mackerel, tilefish, and others, should be avoided. Even though canned, chunk light tuna has shown to have a lower mercury level, it still should be eaten in moderation, as it increases the risk of spontaneous abortion.<br /><span style="font-size: 12pt; mso-font-kerning: 14.0pt;"><o:p></o:p></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-size: small;"><b> </b>Any blood-borne pathogen that can cross the placenta may infect an unborn baby. Deli meats, for example, have been known to be contaminated with listeria, which can cross the placenta leading to the infection of a fetus and consequently a miscarriage. Therefore it's recommended that all Deli meats be reheated to a safe temperature before being eaten (If you are pregnant).<b><br /></b></span><br />
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bacterium found in soil and water. It can be found on <b>vegetables</b>, <b>meats, dairy products, and</b> processed foods such as <b>soft cheeses</b> and in <b>cold</b> <b>cuts</b>. Thus, it's best to
always wash all vegetables, avoid unpasteurized dairy products, soft cheeses, and cold cuts, and cook meats
to recommended safe minimum internal temperatures should you ever become
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Fetal ToxoplasmosToxoplasmosis, the parasite Toxoplasma gondii, can also cause spontaneous abortion if a pregnant woman passes toxoplasmosToxoplasmosisfetus. You might ask yourself the question, how will this parasite be able to find its way into her body in the first place? The explanation is simple. Suppose a pregnant woman unconsciously or accidentally places her hands in her mouth (after gardening, cleaning a cat's litter box, or touching anything that has been exposed to the cat's feces)she can introduce the eggs of this parasite into her body.<br />
<br />Other foods can cause miscarriages, such as some fish used in sushi bars, raw shellfish, raw eggs, and more. Since restaurants don't usually cook or prepare separate dishes for pregnant women, you have to be careful with your food selection whenever you dine out, or it's best to try to design your own meals.<br />
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One final word of advice --- because pregnant women usually experience changes in metabolism and circulation which may increase the risk of food poisoning, infections, and consequently spontaneous abortion --- they should make it their duty to do their own research. This is just to confirm the following information shared above and have their health care providers further validate it.<br />
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shmlmcfrln0@gmail.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09415706108592410335noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1390676736543124450.post-6280551331743117162021-10-04T12:27:00.002-07:002021-11-13T17:26:14.978-08:00Protect Yourself Now From This Most Common Food Bug<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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globally. In the U.S. alone --- based on data from the Center for Disease
Control and Prevention (CDC) --- from January 1, 2009, through December 31,
2010, there were 1,527 foodborne disease outbreaks resulting in 29,444 cases of
illness, 1,184 hospitalizations, and 23 deaths. Of the 790 outbreaks with a laboratory-confirmed illness,
norovirus was the most commonly reported infection outbreak,
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Salmonella is one of the most common causes of food
poisoning in the United States. It is usually caused by foods that include contaminated eggs, poultry, meat, unpasteurized milk or juice, cheese,
contaminated raw fruits and vegetables such as alfalfa sprouts and melons.
Other sources include spices and nuts. Usually, symptoms last for a few days, and
most people can recover without treatment. However, Salmonella can
cause more severe illness in older adults, infants, and persons with chronic
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Victims of Salmonella poisoning often experience symptoms ranging
from diarrhea, fever, abdominal
cramps, vomiting, and others, which can last anywhere From 4-7 days. If you are unable to receive
immediate medical attention, the advice is that you drink plenty of fluids
and get enough rest. Fluids will help to prevent dehydration due to
diarrhea. However, should your symptoms prevail or are severe, try to
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You can protect yourself from becoming a victim of Salmonella food poisoning by following the USDA's, CDC's, and other related agencies' recommended cooking and pasteurization precautions. One of such recommendations is that you
should avoid eating high-risk foods, such as raw or lightly cooked eggs,
undercooked ground beef, or poultry, and do not drink milk unless it's
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where raw foods once were, not before these plates are washed or adequately
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Whether working as a chef or just
cooking for your family and yourself, following the above food handling
precautions can help protect yourself and others from becoming ill from Salmonella -- one of the most common bugs that
cause food poisoning in the United States.</div>
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When we prepare our meals, we shouldn’t only prepare food
just to satisfy our hunger. We should also try as much as possible to select
food items that are very nutritious and can help to reduce the risk of certain
illnesses, such as diabetes,
hypertension, cardiovascular diseases, cancer, and others. Because cancer is by far the most deadly of all medical conditions mentioned above, it’s of paramount importance that we fully grasp the
co-relations between nutrition and cancer and the actions we can take to
reduce the risk of becoming a victim of this illness.</div>
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<b>Fighting Cancer</b></div>
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No doubt that the most effective approach in the fight
against cancer is health education, such as educating ourselves on the
importance of negative lifestyle modifications. Since nutrition is believed to
be one of the primary causes of cancer, in this post, we will be focusing mainly
on a few recommended dietary changes that can help tremendously to minimize the likelihood of developing cancer.</div>
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The American Cancer Society believes that approximately
one-third of all cancers in the United States are related to nutrition. Therefore, it
suffices to say that a healthy diet can indeed play an essential role in reducing the
risk of cancer. Based on <b>RDA</b>(<b>required dietary allowances</b>) recommendation, the diet should be low in fat (particularly from animal
sources), high in fiber, and include a substantial amount of foods from plant
sources. Protein intake should be limited to the RDA guidelines, and the daily
consumption of cruciferous vegetables, fruits, and green tea is also
encouraged. Alcohol should only be consumed in moderation.</div>
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let’s look at the RDA recommendations and why we should
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<b> 2. </b><b>Consume at least 2.5
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<i>What is one good source of fiber</i><b>?</b></div>
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<li><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Grains
are high in fiber and contain vitamins and minerals (folate, selenium, and
calcium), decreasing the risk for colon cancer.</span></li>
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<b>4.</b> <b>It’s Also Recommended That You Consume 5-9 Servings of Fruits and Vegetables Daily. </b><b>The Following Should be Included:</b></h3>
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<i style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Fresh fruits such as </i><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">( pineapples, strawberries, blueberries) </span><a href="http://www.mackyhealthjuice.blogspot.com/" style="text-indent: -0.25in;">and more</a><br />
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Kohlrabi)<br />
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<li><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Vegetables contain a lot of beta-carotene ( a
precursor to vitamin A) and vitamin C.</span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">Most fruits and vegetables prevent cancer-causing hormones from locking onto cells.</span></li>
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shmlmcfrln0@gmail.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09415706108592410335noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1390676736543124450.post-42803233926818332082021-09-18T10:24:00.003-07:002022-01-25T19:12:01.468-08:00Want Help With Healthier Foods - Do This <div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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You shouldn't only learn how to cook and know
what food to cook. It's more important that you know what food items you should prepare
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Selecting foods based on their nutritional value can be a
rather challenging task, primarily because of two reasons. First, there are many food items available to choose from, and of course, the prices vary. Secondly, the
nutrients differ from one food item to another. Despite this sometimes daunting
and time-consuming task, shoppers should always ensure they get the best
nutritional value for their money, not just a bargain.</div>
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When you are trying to decide on which supermarket you
should shop, you should ask yourself this simple yet very important question: "Will I be
able to get the best quality fruits, vegetables, and meats and a wide selection
of foods?" No doubt, this question should be sufficient to help you
with your final decision. </div>
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Last but not least, if you have a clear understanding or
meaning of a few key terms, this can also help make your food selection much more effortless. Once you are able to select the right food, ultimately, you will be
able to make your diet healthier. Below
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<b>Processed Food<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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vitamins that are destroyed when food is processed </div>
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<b>Organically Grown Food
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Fat Food<o:p></o:p></b></div>
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regular version of the product or some other logical reference food</div>
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<span style="color: #222222; font-family: Arial; font-size: 10pt;">If you haven't been
doing so, it's definitely not too late to get into the habit of reading food
labels. Simply paying more attention to the list of ingredients included in each product can help you avoid or limit your intake of certain
items such as sugar, sodium, etc. With the exception of fresh meat, poultry,
fish, and produce, all package foods must be labeled with the correct
nutritional information. This is a requirement from the federal government. With
this bit of knowledge, hopefully, you will be spending less time trying to
figure out the best place to shop and food items you should purchase or avoid the next time you plan on going food shopping.<o:p></o:p></span></div>
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shmlmcfrln0@gmail.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09415706108592410335noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1390676736543124450.post-90141330497894997782013-10-01T19:41:00.003-07:002022-04-16T07:25:21.423-07:00Cooking Terms You Should Know - Common Terminologies Used<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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There are several common terms often used in cooking. The goal of this post is to provide you with a few of these terms along with their definitions: </div>
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<b>Smoking</b></div>
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Smoking is cooking food indirectly in the presence of a
fire. This is done much more slowly than grilling. Meats that are less
tender benefit more from this method. Below are two different ways you can
smoke meats:<br />
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<li style="text-align: left;"><span style="text-align: justify; text-indent: -0.25in;">Smoking can be done in a covered grill with a pan of water placed beneath the meat or
poultry on the grill. This method allows a natural smoke flavor to permeate the
meat.</span></li>
<li><span style="text-indent: -0.25in;">You may use a "smoker," which is an outdoor cooker especially designed for smoking
foods. The temperature in the smoker should be kept at 250 to 300 °F for
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This is a technique used to cook meat in a large, level hole dug in the earth. First, a hardwood fire is built in the pit, with wood about 2½ times the volume of the pit. The fire is then allowed to burn
until it reduces to burning coals that
usually fill the hole halfway. It can take up to 4 to 6 hours for the hardwood to
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Although it usually
takes approximately 10 to 12 hours for the meat to be cooked, it's not always
easy to estimate the time; This is due to factors such as the outdoor temperature at the
time of roasting, the size and thickness of the meat, the toughness of the
meat, and how fast the coals are burning. A whole pig, for example, would take
more time than one-half of a pig. For these reasons, a food thermometer is
essential to determine the meat's internal temperature for doneness and safety.</div>
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<o:p> </o:p><b>Grilling</b></div>
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To cook food by directly exposing it to an open flame or a
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This refers to a technique used for roasting or simmering less-tender meats.
The meat is placed in a tightly covered pan with a small amount of liquid and
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allowed to cook on both sides until brown in color. Browning adds not only
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To broil something is to cook it using the direct dry heat source of your oven.
You may also use a broiler pan. Commonly
broiled food includes lamb, steak, fish, chicken, etc., or in other words, meats,
poultry, and fish in general. However, some people broil fruits and
vegetables also.</div>
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shmlmcfrln0@gmail.comhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09415706108592410335noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-1390676736543124450.post-41705969446547221362013-10-01T13:31:00.000-07:002013-10-04T18:54:36.233-07:00How to Prepare Healthier Meals<div dir="ltr" style="text-align: left;" trbidi="on">
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In order for anyone to prepare healthy meals they have to
first know what are some healthy foods, where and how to shop for healthy foods,
then finally, how to prepare healthy foods. The reason for saying this is
simply because even though you might purchase the healthiest food items, such
as a potato, it can be made unhealthy after it has been baked, by adding things
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Have you ever taken the time to look at the way food items
are usually arranged in most supermarkets? If you haven’t, this is how they are
arranged most of the times:- When you enter a supermarket, the first thing you
will notice is that there are several rows of canned, frozen, and packaged
goods. These products are usually stocked in the center of the store.</div>
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What you will find along the walls are foods that have not
been highly processed such as meats, poultry, and fish; vegetables and fruits;
and milk and dairy products. Today, more
and more supermarkets are adding salad bars, that are also located close to
the walls. Unlike the foods located in the center of the store that generally
have a much longer shelf life, food items close to the walls not only have a
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The question is now, how can this help you to shop healthier?
Well, the answer is simple; all you have to do to shop along the walls for
those foods that have higher nutritional value.
The reason they tend to be more nutritious is simply because they have
undergone minimal processing. After you have done this, you may shop throughout
the store to find just a few more processed foods that may needed to
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<b>Tips on How to Prepare
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->Prepare as much unprocessed food as possible</div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->Bake, steam, or broil food as opposed to frying </div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->Rather than using oil or butter, baste roasted
food with tomato juice, fruit juices or broth </div>
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</span></span><!--[endif]-->Have a variety of colors on the plate --- green
(spinach), red (pepper), yellow (corn), black (beans), brown (bread), beige
(chicken), white (rice). This helps assure that there is a full range of
nutrients in the meal. This is also a way of guaranteeing that you at least
have a wide range of vegetables. </div>
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Since most of us have taught
ourselves to cook, I know for sure that you don’t have to be a professional
cook in order to cook like one, or to cook healthy. In fact, most of the times, all it takes is just for you to be aware of the food items that are healthier
or more nutritious. Once you have healthier food items in your pantry or kitchen, as
opposed to unhealthy foods, you will be more inclined to cook healthier --- so
learn how to shop smarter. Finally, take the time to prepare your meal the
right way. </div>
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