Showing posts with label digestion. Show all posts
Showing posts with label digestion. Show all posts

Monday, July 1, 2013

Harmful Effects of Soda (Cola)


DRINKING SODA IMPACTS YOUR BODY!
1.Weight - Drinking one soda a day = 39 pounds of sugar a year. Sugar sweetened beverages are linked to 180,000+ deaths /year.

2. Brain - Too much sugar reduces production of a brain chemical that helps us learn, store memories and process insulin and the one that tells you to stop eating.

3.Kidneys - High levels of phosphoric acit in colas have been linked to kidney stones and other retnal problems. Two diet colas a day -double- your risk.

4. Digestive Tract - Carbonation in soft drinks can cause gas, bloating, cramping and and problems with Iritable Bowel Syndrome. Caffeine can worsen episodes of diarrhea or contribute to constipation.

5. Bones - Soda consumption has been linked to osteoporosis and bone density loss.

6. Heart - Chronic diet and regular soda consumption leads to an increased risk of heart disease, including heart attack and stroke.

7. Lungs - Asthma and COPD are ‘side effects’ of drinking excessive soda.

8.Teeth - The acid in soda corrodes your teeth, almost the equivalent of drinking battery acid. 

(Seen on FB, Learning Petals)

Tuesday, December 18, 2012

Health benefits of CARROTS


Ten Health Benefits of Carrots 

1) Carrot juice contains less calories and is very beneficial for weight loss.

2) The functioning and health of liver and digestive tract improves by the intake of carrot juice.

3) Carrot juice contains Vitamin E which helps in preventing cancer.

4) Aches and pains associated with aging lessen with the intake of carrot juice.

5) Vitamin A present in carrot juice improves eye-sight and helps in bone disorders, osteoporosis etc.

6) It contains potassium which helps against cholesterol.

7) Carrot juice is extremely beneficial for the liver as it reduces fat and bile in the liver.

8) The juice revitalizes and tones the skin.

9) Carrot juice is very rich in beta-carotene which is an antioxidant and it prevents cell degeneration. The aging process is also slowed down.

10) Carrots contain beta-carotene which is converted into Vitamin A by our body. This natural vitamin A is very good for our body.

(Seen on Facebook, interesting facts. Image and content from the same source)

Friday, October 19, 2012

Pomegranates


Top Ten Health Benefits of Pomegranate/ Pomegranate Juice

1. Antioxidants – These help to wrangle the hoards of free radicals in your system. Free radicals have an uneven number of electrons and like to balance themselves out by stealing from other molecules and cells in your body. These cells are oftentimes very important ones dealing with your DNA, and when they are destroyed, disease steps
 in. Pomegranate juice is an excellent source of antioxidants that work to help you stay disease-free.

2. Thinning of Blood – Pomegranate juice helps your blood circulation, making it easier for blood to travel to your heart, brain, and the rest of your body.

3. Cancer Fighter – Pomegranate has been known to reduce and prohibit the growth of cancer cells and tumors in your body.

4. Digestion Aide – Pomegranate juice is a natural remedy for diarrhea, dysentery, and great number of other digestive problems.

5. Anemia Relief – With a high content of iron, pomegranate juice is a great home cure for anemia because it promotes higher levels of hemoglobin.

6. Anti-Inflammatory – Pomegranate juice has properties that help treat sufferers of arthritis. It can also help cure a cough or sore throat.

7. Neonatal Care – It has been proven that pomegranate juice ingested by pregnant women can help protect the neonatal brain.

8. Artery Protection – It helps keep plaque from building up in your arteries.

9. Cartilage Protection – It works to prevent the deterioration of cartilage in your body.

10. Cholesterol Reducer – Pomegranate juice is capable of lowering blood pressure by as much as 6% in daily drinkers.

(Seen on facebook, Interesting Facts)

Friday, October 5, 2012

MANGOES

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Here are the benefits: 
- Cancer Protection
- High in Copper (for enzymes, RBC production)
- Alkalizes whole body
- Improve Digestion
- Lower Cholesterol
- Improve Memory and Concentration
- Better Sex
- Improve Vision

(Credits below to the person who created this; thank you)