Did you know that rice is considered to be a cosmetic and a healing agent which is being used for centuries, and is particularly appreciated in the recipes of Japanese beauties? It is rich in vitamin B, which stimulates growth and cell renewal, slows down aging and improves the supply of blood to the skin … Read more
The study adds to existing evidence linking anticholinergic drugs to an increased risk of dementia. Over-the-counter sleeping aids and hayfever treatments can increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease, a study has found. The sleeping medication Nytol and anti-allergy pills Benadryl and Piriton all belong to a class of drug highlighted in a warning from researchers. … Read more
With its distinct skin and sweet flavor, it’s hard to pass up this exotic fruit. Not only its fun to eat, but dragon fruit is also rich in nutrients that may protect you from cancer, making it an anti-cancer food. Its exotic look may scare you away, but its sweet and juicy taste will keep … Read more
These images are from the book ‘Hungry Planet: What the World Eats’ by Peter Menzel and Faith D’Aluision. It’s an inspired idea, to better understand the human diet, explore what culturally diverse families eat for a week. Their portraits feature pictures of each family with a week’s worth of food purchases. We soon learn that … Read more
Cataracts are cloudy areas in the lens inside the eye – which is normally clear. Cataracts can develop in one or both eyes. As cataracts develop very slowly most people do not know they have them at first. However, the clouding progresses and vision will gradually get worse. Cataract causes minor or major changes in your vision such … Read more
“People who eat a moderate amount of chocolate daily, have a lower risk of cardiovascular disease,” said lead researcher Dr. Phyo Myint, adding that “Chocolate, if consumed in moderate quantities, doesn’t have any adverse health effects.” 25 000 people participated in the research. The scientists researched their habits for 12 years. During this period, 14% … Read more
The labels of industrial products should be read carefully, and if they don’t say whether they contain gluten or not, you should choose something else for your meal. What is gluten intolerance? If gluten is a tiny addition to a product (perhaps as an additive or a flavor containing gluten), there is a risk that … Read more
Eric Schlosser in his book “Fast Food Nation” states that the annual health care costs in the United States stemming from obesity approaches $240 billion. Overwaight and obesity represent the highest risk for serious diseases and among them are type 2 diabetes,cardiovascular disease, hypertension and stroke, and certain forms of cancer. The consequences range from increased risk of premature death, to serious … Read more
RED WINE WITH ALOE VERA This drink can help you if you suffer from physical and mental fatigue. Grind 1.5 kg of aloe leaves, and add 2.5 kg honey and 1l red wine. Mix the ingredients, pour them in a bottle and leave it to sit for seven days. Drink one tablespoon of the mixture … Read more
The side effects of medicines are a well known fact, but not all medicines are the same. Some side effects are rare and mild, while others can literally ruin your life. Among the hundreds of drugs with dangerous and frequent side effects, we selected the 10 most dangerous. The winners are: 1.Alli or Xenical … Read more