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September 6, 2013 by Luke 2 Comments

Did You Know?

  •  Natural products and their derivatives represent more than half of all the drugs in modern therapeutics.
  • Research shows that inflammation is associated with certain gut bacteria that promote carbohydrate cravings.
  • Yoga poses such as sun salutation, child’s pose and downward-facing dog improve circulation and give your skin a healthy glow.
  • Vitamin A deficiency can cause acne, dry skin and broken fingernails.
  • Chamomile tea contains a nutrient called apigenin that has been found to help fight cancer.
  • Is your urine bright yellow or orange? That is likely due to vitamin B2 in your diet or supplements.
  • Vitamins can lose their potency by 10 to 20 percent, so skip those expired supplements.
  • Three kiwis a day can lower blood pressure and reduce clotting.
  • Eating probiotic-rich yogurt twice a day can help relieve anxiety and stress.
  • Calorie for calorie, one of the most concentrated sources of nutrition is dark, leafy greens.
  • Putting your meal on a 10-inch plate (versus a 12-inch plate) can cut up to 500 calories.
  • Rose oil soothes allergies, eases headaches, boosts mood and even alleviates feelings of anger and resentment.
  • Egg yolks hold all the nutrition, including calcium, magnesium, choline, lutein and vitamins A, D, E, B6 and B12.
  • Vitamin B6 has been shown to balance mood swings and ease crankiness and irritability.
  • The aroma of green apples can alleviate a migraine.
  • Ninety percent of the calories in cream cheese comes from fat.
  • Walking uphill can improve cholesterol levels, while walking downhill improves blood sugar levels.

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Comments

  1. Colma Ife says

    September 6, 2013 at 2:08 pm

    Thanks Luke – I find these health tips fascinating and helpful, and often share them with family and friends.

    Regards

    Colma

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  2. Marjorie Millard says

    September 11, 2013 at 11:18 am

    Great information, dont know if I could eat three kiwis though!!, the fruit might be easier.

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