Mushrooms fights colds and beers helps your heart -clapclap, here's why food does more than fill you up...... 1. Pineapple is a natural painkiller The fruit contains anti-inflammatory enzymes that bring pain relief from conditions such as arthritis, according to the study at Reading University 2. Pomegranate juice could prevent a heart attack This wonder juice is believed to improve blood flow to the heart and lower blood pressure 3. Onions are natural antibiotics They might make your breath pong but contains allicin, a powerful antibiotic that also protects the circulatory system 4. Mushrooms can ward off colds They contain more of an immune-boosting antioxidant called ergothioneine than any other food, says researchers at Pennsylvania State University 5. Beetroot can pep up your sex life It contains a high levels of mineral boron, which influences the production of sex hormones 6. Blueberries can boost memory A study at Tufts University showed that eating half a cup of this fruit regularly could delay age related deterioration in co-ordination and short term memory 7. A pint is as good as red wine A pint of beer or stout is officially as beneficial as red wine for fighting cancer and heart disease, says Canada's University of Western Ontario -clapclap 8. Eat chocolate, live longer Harvard University says that eating a couple of bars a week could extend your life to almost a year. -shock 9. Grapefruit juice can stop medicine working If you are taking medicine, avoid washing it down with this as there is evidence that it prevents the drug from been broken down 10. Never drink tea or coffee with meals Tannins in tea and coffee prevent the absorption of certain nutrients. A cup of tea with a meal will halve the iron you get from it, where as a glass of orange juice will double it 11. Cherries can cure gout These contain compounds that significantly reduce the chemicials in the body that causes joint inflammation 12. Eating curry could help prevent Alzheimer's According to a report in the Journal of Biological Chemistry, a yellow pigment used in curry, curcumin, can stop amyloid plaques in the brain that causes this conditions 13. Sniffing a lemon could help you beat asthma Studies in rats show that breathing improved after they inhaled limonene, ther chemicial that gives lemons their smell 14. Kiwi Fruit can improve your eyesight This fruit has good sources of lutein, an antioxidant that protects your eyesight 15. Garlic can cure mouth ulcers and Verrucas Here's an old wives tale that works: Halve a clove of garlic, squeeze and apply a drop of juice to the offending growth at bedtime 16. You can have too little salt Too much salt isn't good for us but not getting enough can trigger low blood pressure in those susceptible 17. Figs can delay brittle bone disease Good news to those suffering from osteoporosis- it is possible to slow its progress by eating calcium-packed figs 18. Soya can mimic breast cancer drugs A team of Cambridge researchers discovered that a diet high in soya can have a similiar effect to the anti-cancer drug Tamoxifen 19. Barbecued food can cause cancer Eating meat that's chargrilled or burnt could lead to stomach, pancreatic, colon and breast cancer because it creates high levels of carcionogenic compounds <_< 20. Cinnamon can help diabetics Just half a teaspoon a day of this spice can significantly reduce blood sugar levels in diabetics, says US research 21. Chillies can help you breath more easily Capsaicin which occurs in chillies, shrinks the mucous membranes which can ease blocked noses and sinuses 22. Watermelons is good for the prostate Men will be glad to know that the red flesh contains the antioxidant Lycopene, which helps keeps the prostate gland healthly 23. Coriander can lower your cholesterol levels This aromatic herb can reduce cholesterols levels and prevent heart problems 24. Nibbling nuts can prevent blood clots Nuts boost nitric oxide, a compound that relaxes blood vessels and ease the blood flow 25. Banish bad breath with natural yoghurt A few spoonfuls of yoghurt can neutralise halitosis according to japanese researchers 26. Artificial sweeteners can make you fat Research by US scientists shows that these such as fructose can change the body's metabolism, making you gain more weight 27. A caffeine hit can improve your love life If your libido's flagging, try a quick shot of espresso. Research shows a daliy cup of coffee boosts blood circulation to the vitial areas 28. Honey combats ulcers Manuka honey from New Zealand may be useful in prevent stomach ulcers which can aise from too much booze, so have some in your morning porridge 29. Olive oil can be as good for the heart as aspirin There is evidence that the main compound in olive oil, oleocanthal, contains the same properties as painkillers used to treat heart conditions 30. Boozing can help you stay slim A recent study by US scientists discovered that women who enjoyed the "occasional" tipple were 27% less likely than teetotallers to be obese 31. Seasame seeds can lower blood pressure Try sprinkling on some salad to reduce blood pressure and also an excellent source of protein, calcium, iron and niacin 32. Eating avocados can cheer you up These green fruits perk you up by boosting your serotonin levels, which acn help to beat depression 33. Fried eggs can cure a hangover A full English breakfast could be the ulimate hangover cure, thanks to the eggs. They are rich in crystine, an amino acid which helps purge toxins via the liver 34. A daily cuppa could slash your risk of cancer Tea contains lots of flavonoids, disease-fighting substances that lower blood pressure , fight cancer and even prevent wrinkles. One cup a day may halve your risk of liver cancer 35. Rhubarb can relieve constipation This red fruit, delicious in crumbles, contains a natural laxative 36. Drinking green tea can prevent prickly heat Green tea is not just an excellent antioxidant- sipping it can help you avoid a painful bout of prickly heat 37. Pasta may aid sleep Going to bed after eating carbohydrates acn induce restful sleep. Complex carbohydrates like wholewheat, pasta and bread are most effective 38. Semi-skimmed milk contains more calcium Half-fat milk is not only lower in calories than full-fat milk, it also contains more calcium, protein, B vitamins. However it does contain less vitamins E and A 39. Breakfast can reduce the risk of throat cancer According to Aberdeen University, eating breakfast reduces the risk of developing oesophageal cancer 40. Eat ice cream for glossy hair A few scoops can do wonders for your crowning glory due to the ice creams high vitamin B2 41. Kidney beans help you look younger The US department of Agriculture ranked these as the third most antioxidant rich food. 42. Oily fish can ward off arthritis Salmon, mackerel and so on can prevent the onset of arthritis, two to four portions a week is recommended 43. Flaxseed oil can help you stay trim Drizzling this oil over salads and soups can trick the body into feeling full and store less fat 44. Spinach can make kidney stones worst High oxalate foods such as spinach encourage the formation of kidney stones, which occur when waste products in the urine crysatllise 45. Crusty bread might cut cancer Crusts have 8 times the amount of cancer fighting antioxidants called pronyl-lysine than the rest of the bread 46. Boiling hot drinks can ruin your smile Drinking very hot fluids cxan cause the gums to recede, leaving them prone to inflection. Allow drinks to cool before drinking 47. Frozen vegetables are just as healthy as fresh Although generally speaking fresh is the best, providing the fruit or veg are frozen immediately after picking, they will retain most of their nutrients and vitamins 48. Drinking fruit juice can rot your teeth High fructose levels in fruit can cause tooth decay. Have them with meals or brush your teeth directly after drinking 49. Fizzy drinks can lower your immunity The tartrazine found in fizzy drinks causes depletion of the bodys zinc levels. Zinc plays a vital role in supporting our immune systems- 15mg a day is the recommended daily amount 50. Teabags can fight cold sores Placing a cold tea bag on a cold sore can reduce inflammation and inflection
Side fact- Every knows that coke is bad for you, like pepsi or coca cola it contain a strong acid that can eat away your teeth dont trust me then try this get an really old coin like a dirty 1 or 2 pence copper coin (don't know wot other countries have sorry -sweat but any shuld work) then some coke and chuck the coin in it and leave it for a few hours and then look what happened to the coin, nice and shiny and new it is true cos i tried it, i left it for 6 hours, i assume the longer u leave it the more effective the coke's acid attacks the coin
Addictives Factfile 1. Caffeine: Stimulant Can cause behavioural problems, insomnia and high blood pressure 2. Acesulfame K (E950): Sweetener Causes cancer in animals, which means it may increase cancer risk in humans 3. Glucose fructose syrup: Pure sugary substance Can cause obesity and diabetes 4. Sodium Metabisulphate (E223): Preservative Used to prevent the growth of moulds and yeasts in fizzy drinks. May cause severe intestinal irritation 5. Saccharin (E954): Chemicial Sweetener Very high levels can lead to bladder cancer 6. Phosphoric Acid (E338): Acidifier and flavouring agent in fizzy drinks May disturb the calcium/phosphorus balance of the body leading to the weakening of the bones 7. Citric Acid (E330): Flavouring, very common in popular brand drinks Brings out the tartness in drink. Causes tooth erosion 8. Sunset yellow (E110): Chemicial colouring Banned in Norway and Finland. Can cause skin swellings, stomach pains, indigestion, nausea, vomiting and may trigger asthma. In one test it caused kidney trumours in rats 9. Carmoisine (E122): Red Colouring Implicated in childrens disruptive behaviour 10. Sodium Benzoate (E211): Perservative and bleach Researchers in Italy established a linkwith the persistent nasal congestion non-allergic rhinitis 11. Aspartame (E951): Sweetener, nearly in all DIET drinks 200 times sweeter than sugar. Thought to have 92 side effects including brain cancer 12. Caramel colour (E150): Made commercially by the controlled heating of sugar or glucose. May cause behaviour probelms
Fascinating Fruit and Veg Secerts STORAGE, perparation and cooking can all rob fruit and veg of essential vitamins and minerals. Here's a few ways to make your five-a-day count 1. The deeper the colour of the fruit or vegetable the more nutritious it will likely to be 2. Chewing vegetables such as cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli and spouts more thoroughly increases the amount of cancer fighting chemicials released, says the Institute of Food Research 3. The shorter the cooking time and the less water you use, the greater the nutritional effect 4. Avoid pre-cut and pre-wash produce. Doing these things too early depletes cancer fighting nutrients 5. A pinch of baking soda may brighten the colour of vegetables but it also destroys B and C vitamins
Here is another cool fact, not sure if true tho i heard that before a astronaut takes off or on flight he cant eat any "peas" as this makes them fart, and if he did it in his space suit, something wuld happen but cant remember wot -sweat but anyhow the space suit needs to be replaced so expensive hahahahaha -lol
Wow, those are interesting facts! Thanks for sharing -^_^ I'd like to know, is aspartame really that dangerous/deadly? I hope not, I always drink Diet Coke... -mellow Like say you compared it to smoking - which one is deadlier? .. seeing they both cause cancers...
Of course smoking is deadlier!! Smoking is the worst >< haven't you seen smoking comercials and how bad it kills your lungs? Anyways, great facts and i think i need to eat some blueberries for my upcoming exams^^
"25. Banish bad breath with natural yoghurt A few spoonfuls of yoghurt can neutralise halitosis according to japanese researchers" No wonder japanese girls mostly swallow.... "50. Teabags can fight cold sores" Open wide ladies! lol ok that was stupid... but those food facts are very interesting. Kiwi improves eye sight? Doesn't carrots aswell? I'mma start eating more ice cream get that gloss on my hair.. so glossy... any food out there that lowers blood sugar level?
According to scientists aspartame is dangerous but i think its only in large amounts Edit: - and frequent usage
Fried eggs can cure a hangover A full English breakfast could be the ulimate hangover cure, thanks to the eggs. They are rich in crystine, an amino acid which helps purge toxins via the liver - Thx MAN SHOULD HAVE TOLD ME THIS LIKE 4 YEARS AGO xD
OHOHOH don't know this is too or not but POLO's lower sperm count if too much is eaten......... heard this off my mate... ok now i worried -fear
6 Foods to Spice up Your SEX Life 1. Strawberries High in energy boosting antioxidants and nutrients that boost blood flow to the genitals 2. Pumpkin Seeds Packed with zinc, whichspurs lubrication in women and is vital for healthy sperm production 3. Hemp Seeds Raw shelled hemp seeds are very high in essential fatty acids, vital for production of libido hormones in both men and women 4. Asparagus This sexy veg is loaded with folate, a B vitamin essential for sexual arousal. B vitamins also boost mood and energy levels 5. Tomatoes These arent called "love apples" for nothing- they packed with lycopene, an antioxidant that boosts blood circulation to the reproductive organs, and chromium, which balances blood sugar levels for sustained energy 6. Quinoa (pronounced 'Keen-wa') This seed is the ulimate pressure booster. Packed with protein and B vits, all vital for the nervous system and sexual arousal ---------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------SUPER SPICE Spinkle cinnamonon anything and everything- yoghurt, fruit and hot drinks, its said to help balance sugar levels, boost brain function and sharpen performance
DEADLY FUMES Wind making Grain with dairy or meat Fruit and veg Fruit and meat Fruits with grains or daily products Wind-Free Fruit by itself, never after dessert Grains with veggies Pasta with veggies Beans with veggies Fish with veggies
Jus found sumthing out....... Aspartame also lowers sperm count lucky i dont drink much Diet Stuff ppl u have be warned -fear info frm http://www.mercola.com/2003/may/3/artificial_sweeteners.htm
