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Surprising discovery: the blood vessels in your eyes reveal the IQ and cognitive ability

2014-09-01T06:50:00.000-07:00

The thickness of the blood vessels in the retina, located at the back of the eye, could provide a valuable clue about the health of the brain years before dementia and other illnesses manifest, according to a new study published in the journal 'Psychological Science ".

More researches show that young people who obtain a poor result in intelligence tests tend to have a higher risk of suffering from health problems and likely to die early, but scientists have shown that factors such as socioeconomic status or activities impact on health is not entirely explain this link. Idan Shalev, a psychologist at Duke University, along with colleagues wondered if intelligence could serve as a bio marker that indicates the health of the brain, specifically the health of the system of blood vessels that bring oxygen and nutrients to the brain .

To investigate the potential link between intelligence and brain health, researchers have borrowed the technology from an unexpected area: ophthalmology.

Shalev and his colleagues used digital retinal imaging, a relatively new and non-invasive method to obtain clues about the health of blood vessels in the brain by studying the small blood vessels of the retina, which is in part the the back of the eye. Retinal blood vessels in size, structure and functions similar to cerebral blood vessels, thus providing researchers a way to study the health of blood vessels in the brain among living people.

Researchers analyzed data from the Dunedin Multidisciplinary Health participants and Development Study, a longitudinal research that examined the health and behavior of over 1,000 people born between April 1972 and March 1973 in Dunedin, New Zealand.

The results were fascinating. At the age of 38 years, wider retinal venules were associated with a lower IQ, this link is maintained even after the researchers took into account the different risk factors to health, lifestyle and environment that could have played a role.
People with wider retinal venules presented evidence attesting cognitive deficits, achieving lower scores in numerous tests of neuropsychological functioning, including tests of verbal comprehension, perceptual thinking, working memory and executive function.

Surprisingly, the data showed that people who had retinal venules are wider at the age of 38 years had experienced a lower IQ in childhood 25 years earlier.

"It is remarkable that the size of the eye venules is linked, no matter how modest, and individuals with mental test scores in the fourth decade of life and childhood IQ test results," the researchers note.

The results suggest that the processes that form a link between vascular health and cognitive functioning begin much earlier than previously thought, with years before dementia and other brain problems to manifest.

"Digital retinal imaging is a tool used by ophthalmologists today mainly to study eye diseases. Our results suggest, however, that could be also a useful tool for psychologists and other researchers who want to study the link between intelligence and health throughout life, "says Shalev.

The study did not identify specific mechanisms underlying the relationship between retinal vessels and cognitive functioning, but researchers suspect that the key would be the resources of oxygen reaching the brain.

"Raising awareness about the retinal blood vessels could allow scientists to develop mechanisms that allow diagnosis and treatment increase oxygen levels in the brain, thereby preventing loss of cognitive abilities with age," the researchers conclude.

For the first time it is scientifically proven: what to do in order to have younger skin

2014-09-01T03:04:00.000-07:00

Over time, people have tried all sorts of methods to prevent aging, from creams and lotions to activities. A new study shows the secret to have a younger skin and is simple: use a sunscreen every day.

"This is one of the beauty tips that everyone gives, but now we have the first scientific evidence proving it's true," says Adele Green, a researcher at the Queensland Institute of Medical Research and one of the authors of the study.

Australian researchers have shown that regular use of sunscreen prevents aging effects of UV radiation. Study in 900 young and middle-aged adults showed that people who used sunscreen on a daily basis did not show any visible sign of aging after 4 and a half years.

The study published in the Annals of Internal Medicine provides scientific evidence in favor of actions recommended by many experts. The study results also show that the use of sunscreen might be a cheaper alternative to anti-aging creams and lotions that are spending billions of dollars annually.

"Protecting skin cancer by using sunscreen regularly also has an additional benefit - it makes us look younger. The study also shows that even in middle age is not too late to adopt beneficial habit, "explained researcher.

"Our results provide evidence showing that regular use of sunscreen slows aging in both men and women of middle age if they are healthy," says Green. Dermatologists suspect that this is true, but so far had no scientific evidence to confirm what they suspected.

The study funded by the National Health and Medical Research Council of Australia was conducted on 903 adults who lived in the coastal city of the Australian state of Queensland Nambour. Participants number in the 1,621 people chosen at random from the municipal register.

In this research, half of the participants regularly used a cream with SPF15 + face, arms and hands, while the other half used the cream in their usual style (if they used).

Researchers collected at study start a silicone mold on the back of the hands of all participants, repeating this step at the end of the study to compare the damage between 1992 and 1996 All participants were younger than 55 years, so the researchers are confident that skin aging was caused in most of the sun, not the passage of time.

Scientists have found that people who regularly use sunscreen showed 24% little evidence of skin aging to those who used sunscreen only occasionally.

Although the benefits of sunscreen are widely recognized, so far the only evidence of the anti-aging effects were obtained from studies in hairless mice.

In this study, researchers tested the theory that beta-carotene supplements can prevent aging.

"The research suggests that beta-carotene supplements did not influence skin aging, although we can not exclude a minor effect. We need more studies on beta-carotene to exclude effect, "said Green.

The research was part of the Nambour Skin Cancer Prevention Trial, a study that stretched between 1986 and 2007 which resulted in over 100 scientific research on the effects of sunscreen, said Kirsten MacGregor, spokesman for the Queensland Institute of Medical Research.

Dr. Elizabeth L. Tanzi, a dermatologist and co-director of the Washington Institute of Dermatologic Laser Surgery, says that "it is a very well done study showing what we dermatologists, we have seen over time: proper use of sunscreen can reduce the signs of skin aging. "

"I think it's fair to call the sunscreen as one of the few products on the market today that actually have an anti-aging" concluded Tanzi.

Great success in the world of science: human stem cells were created by cloning!

2014-08-26T23:24:00.000-07:00

American researchers have succeeded in creating human embryonic stem cells by cloning technique. In the future, this method could be used to create cells that could cure incurable diseases today.

Scientists from Stem Cell Foundation Laboratory in New York have collected genetic material from a skin cell, transferring it into a human egg, within which it developed.

Project coordinator Dr. Dieter Egli said the team used traditional methods who have not been successful, so they resorted to the technique of cloning.

When they removed the genetic material from the egg and replaced it with some chromosomes from a skin cell, the egg divided but failed to pass the 6-12 cell stage. Instead, they have left untouched the genetic material of the egg and added chromosomes, the egg developed into the blastocyst stage, which can contain up to 100 cells.

Sperm and ova are a set of chromosomes and their combination would normally lead to the formation of two copies of chromosome mature. However, if the new technique, both adults children are assigned to a single chromosome. The existence of three chromosomes can be problematic, because there is a risk that they will not develop at all. Furthermore, Down syndrome is produced just by this problem - three copies of one chromosome.

As a result, scientists will need to find a method to produce embryonic stem cells only have the donor DNA, even when the egg begins to divide chromosomes in the nucleus are combined, making it almost impossible to separate. For now, create cells have not a therapeutic role, but researchers see these findings as a step towards success.

The technique called somatic cell nuclear transfer and has been used to give birth to the famous sheep Dolly in 1997.

Researchers say that this success will lead to new treatments for many diseases.

Detoxification Myth - which is the scientific reality behind "Detox" cures and diets ?

2014-08-26T02:45:00.001-07:00

Detoxification is the name given to the habit of removing toxins from the body. The most common forms of detoxification are "liver cleansing" and "colon cleansing". Most doctors consider a form of pseudoscience the detoxification therapies , which is based on a misunderstanding of the fundamentals of biology.

Therefore, doctors considered detoxification products a waste of money and even a practice that can have harmful effects. Despite this, the habit is widespread, being fed by numerous commercials. People who promote "detoxification therapies" assume that the human body accumulates toxins that can cause various diseases, including cancer. Thus, they said, "cleaning" the body of toxins reduces the risk of disease and boosts energy, health and brighter skin.

The truth about toxins

Toxins are poisonous, but toxicity - the degree to which a substance is poisonous - it depends on the dose. Most toxins are not sufficiently concentrated to be toxic or harmful. Almost any chemical, including water, is toxic (or deadly) to a certain degree.

Indeed, our body accumulates toxins through consumption of food, water and air. In this modern world full of man-made chemicals, alarming levels of toxins circulating in our bodies. Scientists are not sure if this "chemical soup" of our body is harmful, and if so, how harmful. Also, no one is immune, neither people living in remote areas.

What is clear, however, is that the so-called "detoxification cure" - fruit juices or herbal solutions - do not seem to have any effect on the elimination of toxins. This could be a good one, because a sudden release of toxins from where they are stored could cause the body to suffer a shock.

Liver - the enemy of toxins

The main method by which the body protects against toxins is the liver. Breathe or swallow any substance which is then broken down and absorbed into the blood passes through the liver. The body depends on the liver to regulate, synthesize, store and secrete many important proteins and nutrients and to purify, transform and eliminate toxins and unnecessary substances.

Although liver acts to detoxify the blood - making chemicals that have the potential to be harmful to water-soluble substances that can be eliminated through perspiration or excretion - the organ does not function as a filter that gets "stuck" toxins intercepted, needing to be "cleaned".

So, from a biological perspective, there is no "liver cleansing". Toxins can be partially or completely detoxified and can pass through the liver counting times, but they do not accumulate in the liver. The only exceptions are in the case of vitamin A, iron and copper, but these cases are rare and are a sign announcing a liver disease.

In the best case, the substances that claim to help "liver cleansing" can potentially stimulate liver function so that it is more effective in removing toxins. However, there is no research to support these claims, although some studies suggest that dandelion and milk thistle stimulates the liver.

The colon does not accumulate toxins

"Cleaning the colon" has no scientific basis. Doctors at Georgetown University conducted in 2011 a comprehensive meta-analysis of the medical literature and have found no scientific evidence to support the idea of "detox colon".

The idea that there are many toxins in the colon comes from antiquity seems somewhat logical if we consider the substances coming out of colon. However, the same as in the case of liver, colon toxins do not accumulate.

Any gastroenterologist will tell you that does not get stuck feces in the colon, because this organ is too moist and flexible to allow for this. This elementary biology eliminates two arguments offered by those who promote "clean colon" - that keep fecal matter toxins in the body and that blocks the absorption of nutrients (thing happens actually in the small intestine).

If fecal matter does not remain stuck in the colon, there is no reason that toxins remain stuck here. Moreover, "colon cleansing" could have adverse consequences. This practice could lead to beneficial bacteria in the colon cleansing helps in digestion. Moreover, through regular cleaning, colon and rectum may lose their ability to generate bowel so that the patient may become addicted to enemas.

The most common side effects of "colon cleansing" are nausea, vomiting, diarrhea and abdominal pain. Depending on the substance used to "cleanse" and the amount of water, the patient may experience a dramatic loss of electrolytes in the body. The medical literature documents the emergence of cases of kidney and liver failure, rectal perforation, blood infections and even dysentery from these "detox cures".

Detoxification and fat cells

Another method is based on detoxification fasting, the consumption of fruit juices and plant-based solution or adoption of a raw diet.

In short, there is no food or plant magically eliminate toxins from the blood and organs. Toxins are many chemical forms and there is no reason why a plant to identify and remove all harmful elements in the body, to leave behind all that is good.

Raw vegan diet, which many people believe is "detoxifying" offers an instructive example. This diet would suggest that all species that feed raw vegan - cows, rabbits etc. - Would be free of toxins. However, animals in question presents the same toxins as humans. Moreover, some people who have adopted a vegan diet have concerns about toxins in beef and milk.

The logical argument is that fasting will help burn fat cells that contain toxins. However, burning fat in the body fat cells, the cell itself does not. Cells decrease in size, do not disappear. If they disappear, as happens in cases of extreme starvation, doctors do not know exactly what would happen with toxins within them.

Most likely, the toxins would not simply disappear from the body, but it goes through the liver. It is possible that a sudden release of toxins accumulated slowly over the years and stored in fat cells to overburden the liver, causing serious problems.

Reduced accumulation of toxins - the best solution

The best advice to reduce the amount of toxins in the body is to reduce exposure to toxins (smoking, urban pollution, consumption of drugs which are not required), maintaining a healthy diet and eating a sufficient amount of fluid to allow the kidneys, liver and sweat glands to perform the task of eliminating as many toxins as possible.

Global warming - a threat to all livings

2014-08-25T08:02:00.002-07:00

Earth will be poor with thousands of species of animals and plants, whether the effects of global warming will not be thwarted.

2050 will disappear about a quarter of the species that inhabit the planet today announces a study published in the journal Nature. The main culprit is climate change, whose negative influence has turned into a serious threat to the Earth's flora and fauna. Alarm signals drawn biologists announced that the effects of global warming have drastic repercussions on certain species, rather than massive deforestation, up to the total extinction of the less adaptable.

After the media world began a massive campaign to inform the population about the serious problems facing the planet, up to apocalyptic scenarios, scientists have conducted numerous studies to evaluate how habitat react to changes.
Conclusions were not optimistic: the negative effects of global warming have spread the fauna and flora, causing the extinction of sensitive habitats and harder adaptable. A study in 2003 confirmed the continuation of these extinctions over the next 100 years.

If people fail using information and technology to fight climate change, most species do not evolve quickly enough to adapt to new conditions, their survival chances significantly decreasing.

The first detailed study of the effects of global warming on wildlife has been performed by Dr.Camille Parmesan, associate professor of integrated biology. Dr.Parmesan consulted over 800 human intervention studies on the effects on wildlife.
The most affected areas are the habitats of the planet cooler adapted to cold weather conditions, which have to contend with temperatures getting higher. Rare species that live in fragile habitats disappear or migrate once will not find here the conditions necessary for survival. They are already affected and expect this to continue.
"Spots" of biodiversity totaling about one percent of Earth's surface, and at the same time, 44% of terrestrial vertebrate species and 35% of plant species. These sensitive habitats is a good indicator of global species will be affected by increasing the level of carbon dioxide in the atmosphere.

Another direction of the study revealed that species with a very small length of life, such as insects, began to adapt to new conditions, but not to an extent so great that to avoid extinction.
Dr.Camille Parmesan believed to turn enough to survive new climatic conditions, they would have about a million years. "Change will not happen in a few hundred years, and at the end transformations may not speak the same species", says Dr.Parmesan.

The good news is that many specimens of fauna began to confront climate change, trying to respond accordingly to the new requirements, which means they have already begun to develop coping skills. These species are able to adapt more quickly than would be expected researchers, up to the occupation of new territories in a very short time.

Scientists can not predict exactly which species will react well to climate change by relying only on the biological structure of the organism. Both fauna and flora there are examples of winners and losers.

"Whether it is fish, trees and butterflies, you will see some species respond well and others that remain stable, but in each group, you will see at least half of the species that respond positively to new challenges climate. Already is a widespread phenomenon "concludes Dr.Camille Parmesan.

The best 40 anti-aging foods Part two

2014-04-11T23:39:00.000-07:00

4. Sweet Potatoes - are often mistaken for potatoes, but these tubers are one of the healthiest foods. In addition, this counteracts the effects of smoke inhaled by smoking occasionally, prevent diabetes as sweet potatoes contain glutathione, an antioxidant that can enhance nutrient metabolism and immune system, protects against Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, liver disease, cystic fibrosis, HIV, cancer myocardial infarction and stroke. What is more important is the significant content of vitamin C, which smoothes wrinkles by stimulating collagen production. A recent study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that volunteers who consumed 4 milligrams of vit. C (about half a small sweet potato) a day for 3 years from the wrinkles occurrence decreased by 11%.

5. Spinach - green leaves of spinach are equivalent to a man's heart healthy. A meal with spinach means sustained intake of essential minerals potassium and magnesium, and is one of the top sources of lutein, an antioxidant that may help prevent clogged arteries. The added vitamins and nutrients can sustain bone mineral density, attack prostate cancer cells, reduce the risk of skin diseases, fight against colon cancer and increased not least, the blood flow to the penis. "Popeye has been helped by something," says Susan Bowerman, assistant director of the Center for Human Nutrition at the University of California at Los Angeles.

6. Rosemary - carnosic acid found in this spice has been shown to reduce the risk of stroke in mice by 40 percent, according to a study published in the Journal of Neurochemistry. Carnosic acid appears to determine a process that protects brain cells from the damaging effects of free radicals, which aggravates the effects of a stroke. It can also protect against degenerative diseases such as Alzheimer's and general effects of aging.

The best 40 anti-aging foods Part one

2014-04-04T01:52:00.001-07:00

The latest scientific studies published in the field show the 40 foods that immunostimulatory actions, strengthen and protect the heart, bones, muscles, and which should consume daily.

1. Almonds - represent some high-energy snacks and does not generate bad cholesterol because plant sterols, also are beneficial for diabetics by lowering blood sugar. They are rich in amino acids that support testosterone levels and muscle growth. Almonds are rich in Vitamin E, which helps defend in case of prolonged exposure to the sun. In a study, volunteers who consumed 14 milligrams of vitamin E (about 20 almonds) per day and then exposed to UV light those who consumed almonds have suffered sunburn than those who did not consumed instead. And because vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant also keep arteries healthy and away from free radicals. Low levels of vitamin E are associated with poor memory performance and cognitive decline, says dietitian Sari Greaves of New York Presbyterian Hospital-Cornell from. More about Almonds here.

2. Flax seeds - are high in protein and fiber, these little seeds offer significant amount of omega-3 and fatty acids that reduce skin spots on the iron content and reduce fine wrinkles.British Journal of Nutrition reported that participants in one study who ate about half a teaspoon of flaxseed per day for 6 weeks showed a strong hydration of the skin, redness stopped (erythrose) and irritation. A recent study compared the 60 days, the people with high cholesterol (greater than 240 mg / dL) and who consumed 20 grams of flaxseed per day, revealed that they had regulation of cholesterol. Flaxseed can be eaten with yogurt, salads or oatmeal. More about Flaxseed here.

3. Tomatoes - There are two things you need to know about tomatoes: red vegetables is a good color because they contain lycopene and antioxidants; and processed tomatoes are just as potent as fresh ones, because it is easier for bodies to absorb the lycopene. Studies show that a diet rich in lycopene can reduce the risk of cancer: bladder, lung, prostate, skin and stomach, and reduce the risk of coronary heart disease. Help eliminate free radicals caused by ultraviolet rays, which help fight wrinkles. More about Tomatoes here.

Vitamins and Minerals - Pineapple

2013-10-19T08:04:00.000-07:00

Vitamins:

Vitamin C: 78.9mg

Vitamin B1: 0.13mg

Vitamin B2: 0.053mg

Vitamin B5: 0.351mg

Vitamin B9: 30mcg

Vitamin E: 0.03mg

Vitamin K: 1.2mcg

minerals:

Potassium: 180mg

Magnesium: 20mg

Calcium: 21mg

Phosphorus: 13mg

Sodium: 2mg

Iron: 0.48mg

Manganese: 1.53mg

Zinc: 0.2mg

Copper: 0.181mg

A cup of fresh pineapple contains, on average, 82 calories, 0.89g protein, 2.3g fiber.

Dark chocolate and cocoa

2013-10-19T08:03:00.000-07:00

This is good news for chocolate lovers! A new study by U.S. researchers found that this sweet snack is actually healthier than most juices made from fruit.

Dark chocolate vs. fruit

Chocolate is often eaten with pleasure, and several studies have shown that this may have some beneficial effects on human health. Chocolate, especially the "black" is rich in antioxidants, preventing damage to healthy cells. According to studies by U.S. researchers, dark chocolate containing high cocoa percentage, has a higher antioxidant capacity than even fruits. Tests were performed comparing the cocoa powder and dark chocolate with berries, blueberries and pomegranates.

The New York Daily News, citing results of studies, products witch are based on dark chocolate contains flavonoids and polyphenols, antioxidants categories currently looking for real help you can offer to treat and prevent many diseases of the body.

Dark chocolate, a super food!

"The compounds in dark chocolate are great for our immune system," said Dr. Debra Miller, an author of the study, insisting that chocolate should be labeled as a super food.

Study results published in Chemistry Central Journal showed that:

- Dark chocolate has a major role in lowering blood cholesterol levels and body

- Antioxidants present in this product are increasing nitric oxide levels in the blood and improve blood vessel function

- A dark chocolate per week reduces the risk of diabetes
- Phenylethylamine (produced by the brain when two people are in love) is found in small quantities in chocolate, and it improves mood and attention

Moderate consumption of coffee reduces the risk of vascular accident!

2013-10-19T08:02:00.001-07:00

Drinking coffee?

Drinking a cup of coffee right now? Congratulations, moderate coffee consumption lowers the risk of stroke, according to recent studies published in the journal Stroke.
If you are a consumer of coffee, do not understand now that you have to start drinking coffee to reduce the risk of stroke.
The study was conducted on about 35,000 women aged between 49 and 83 years. The results were obvious. Women who drank more than a cup of coffee daily had a risk of up to 25% less than those who did not drink at all.

"Some women have avoided drinking coffee because they thought it was unhealthy," said Susanna Larsson, author of the study. "In fact, evidence indicates that moderate coffee consumption may decrease risk of certain diseases such as diabetes, liver cancer and stroke."

The effects coffee consumption.
Why coffee can reduce the risk of stroke is unclear, but researchers have speculated that it may reduce inflammation and improve insulin resistance, which may reduce the risk of stroke. Also found that substances found in coffee gives energy, mindset and improve performance in endurance sports. Do not put coffee in the same category with healthy foods such as fruits, vegetables and cereals.

In coffee we find a large amount of antioxidants
Coffee contains antioxidants so important the body. Coffee and tea are among the only drinks with a large amount of antioxidants.

Coffee also contains caffeine, a stimulant that causes addiction. Because caffeine, people generally have trouble sleeping should avoid or limit consumption of caffeinated coffee. If you are used to drink a coffee morning to wake up, is recommended to drink in a longer period of time.

Drink coffee in moderation!

How to drink more water every day?

2013-10-19T08:02:00.000-07:00

Why should we drink water daily
As the old slogan says, we are "80% water" and the water is vital for the human body. More specifically, water is essential for all body processes, from digestion to excretion, including maintaining an optimum temperature of the body.

But how many of us respect the "two liters of water a day"?

Few. How many times have you realized at the end of the day, that you did not drink more water? Even if you drink other liquids, this does not compensate and the body suffers! Apparent lack of thirst, lack of time, stress or simply forgetting, all causes of dehydration can be dangerous to expose ourselves daily.
Here are five ideas that can help us reach our goal, that is to drink water, how much can.

To drink water ... in our honor!

Drink water, so as it should, can sometimes seem a real effort. Therefore, let us lessen the 'burden' by applying these simple tips:

1.Determine which is the amount of water you need, because it varies from person to person. How do you calculate? Divide your weight (number of pounds) to 30 and find the necessary amount of water in liters. If you're lazy to calculate, drink 2 liters per day, not much you can not go wrong;
2.If you simply forget to drink water, which can be very dangerous, get a wristwatch to set the alarm every hour, remembering that ... the case to be thirsty. Drinking small amounts of water every hour is very possible that later in the day, to be optimally hydrated, not forcing your body;
3.If you can not give up juices or simply do not like the taste of water, put half a glass of juice and fill it with water. Thus you will satisfied the needs and pleasures.
4.Make a bet with a colleague at work or school, which of you will drink more water to the end of the day, you will be too good!
5.Remember to drink water in strategic moments of : 2 glasses of water immediately after waking (will help your body to start the day refreshed), a glass of water before a shower (helps lower blood pressure) and a glass of water before bed (reduces risk of heart attack or stroke). You may drink more water before bed, but there is a risk that all night to sit on the road from bedroom to bathroom.

When you drink too much water ...

If you drink water in industrial quantities, can suffer from hyponatremia, a condition common among athletes who consume large amounts of water during long distance running. Thus, they lose even more salt in the body, besides the sweat and this can affect the brain, heart and muscles.

So it is best to drink water when you are thirsty, but be sure to be thirsty quite often!

Firm Breasts - natural tips and recommendations ...

2013-10-19T08:01:00.002-07:00

Firm Breasts - a "gift" of short duration ...

... and a constant concern for most women. Even if we are endowed by nature with a large chest or not, all are at risk of breast letting down. And time is not the only cause, but other factors are a major contributor to loss of breast firmness, such as pregnancy, breastfeeding, weight loss, bad posture or reduce skin elasticity. And loss of breast beauty leads to loss of confidence and feeling great to feel good about yourself ...

So instead of sitting idly by and to get resign because anyway you never call cosmetic surgery, you prevent sagging breasts through natural means. Yes, you can get firmer breasts without scalpel, of silicon, the push-up bras, and without much effort or major expense. How? Only natural!

Firmer breasts the natural way

Of course, nutrition is one of the key aspects that you should watch for if you seek firm and beautiful breasts (about the best foods for beautiful breasts you can read here). After you have checked this requirement, this is what you can do to have her breasts that you want:

- Do not stay at beach without sunscreen applied to the skin of the chest. Is preferable not to do at all beach topless.

- Do not sleep on your stomach because it harms your breasts and pressed their appearance;

- When you shower, alternate hot with cold water on the breasts, and in the end, if you supports, follow some circular motions in clockwise, on breasts with cold water;

- Choose a bra Suitable especially if you have large breasts, you need to wear a bra, but make sure it is neither too broad nor too narrow because it can lead to formation of nodules and breast cancer.

- Massage your breasts frequently, with upward circular strokes or an ice cube for a minute. The effect is seen immediately and help you and cools the heat that.

Firm breasts that defy the years

And hydrated skin on the chest should be as be sure to moisturize your skin every day. If you want to have firmer breasts, you should know that healthy skin elasticity plays an essential role, so that should, at least once a week, apply a mask to your breasts that you can prepare it Yourself at Home . Mash a large cucumber, some cream - on higher content of fat and the white of an egg in a blender, the resulting paste applied on the breasts and leave for 15 minutes. Rinse out with cold water.

You can also try strengthening exercises for the chest muscles, such as exercise "Butterfly": Lying on your back with a dumbbell in each hand, arms straight, perpendicular to the trunk. Lift weights, closer to the chest. Return to starting position and repeat. Simple very effective!

Natural products for firm breasts

You can try breast firmness products, but make sure they are 100% natural! They are found in all forms, from pills to creams, sprays or gels.

The action of these products is aimed at stimulating the breasts and improve skin elasticity, but the promise the effect of "invisible bra". After all, if done only from plants meet at least 50% of promises, can be a miracle for many women!

Seawater makes you healthy and cheerful!

2013-10-19T08:01:00.001-07:00

Seawater - fun and health

If only your body is in office and already blew your mind on the beach, do not hesitate and give a run to the sea! Not only you will have fun but you will receive a serving of health! Why? Because seawater is a kind of elixir of eternal youth and beauty.

Let children play with the sand from the shore or if you like to bathe or even swim to the horizon, the fun would be the only purpose of a "getaway" to the sea, because water can protect your physical and mental health, and the silhouette.

Sea water and its benefits

If you ever went to facials, forgot them even in summer and beautifies your skin naturally. Many of the products used in salons are based on salt and sea water, including for massage (therapeutic) or delamination, because natural salt from sea water to flush toxins from the skin, reduce acne and pain of any kind, including muscle.

It seems that sea water has the ability to heal wounds, being used since the time of Hippocrates to heal fishermen. Furthermore, sea water can improve various cases of dermatitis, eliminating the effects of sea water caused skin allergies or various chemicals. A full treatment!

If you have sinus problems or if you're cooled, sea water is the best natural medicine (evidenced by the numerous drops for nose based on sea water), and if you want to lose a few pounds, swimming (including algae) or just long walks on the beach that really require your muscles and reshape your figure faster than walking to work.

Seawater. For body and peace of mind ...

As for the benefits for mental, sound waves helps the brain to achieve a state of complete relaxation and floating on water you put in motion and cause blood oxygenation of the brain stronger. And while you're on the beach / in water, breathe deeply, because marine air improves the ability to absorb oxygen, regulates levels of serotonin and relieves stress and insomnia!

You love to treat yourself to the sun? The reason is that for morning sun can affect the endocrine system, stimulating the secretion of endorphins makes you happy and relaxed. Does not have the same effect the rays of the afternoon, thing you know very well ... so beware of them!

Sea water - source of antioxidants

A study conducted in 2008 in Italy has shown that cherry tomatoes doused with seawater containing a larger amount of antioxidants than those watered with fresh water and their consumption increases the body's ability to fight heart disease and cancer .

Well, now what keep you at work? Take a few days and run to the sea! You will return a different person ... healthier.

Sweet corn - golden berries of health

2013-10-19T08:01:00.000-07:00

Sweet corn - healthy than you lick your fingers!

Afraid of corn effect on your figure? Have you why! A healthy serving of sweet corn / day does not bring yourself calories and eat each grape're giving your body a large dose of health and vitality.

A cob of sweet corn brings many benefits

The sweet corn is a cocktail of vitamins - B1, B5, C, A and E - and minerals, magnesium, potassium, folic acid, sodium, phosphorus and more fiber. As for calories, a serving of 100 g of sweet corn it means about 100 calories, which is almost like a banana, where it is cooked at home and not sweetened with sugar, canned.

Corn strengthens you bones, and teeth, regulates bowel movements due to its high fiber, is an excellent diuretic, preventing water retention in the body and helping you get rid of nausea, headache, fatigue or insomnia. And the list goes on ...

Consumption of sweet corn keep diseases away

Due to folic acid, corn protects us from heart disease, regular consumption of sweet corn reduces risk of heart attack by 10% and for smokers, sweet corn consumption reduces the risk of lung cancer by 37% because of its beta -cryptoxanthin.

Moreover, including sweet corn in your daily diet, low cholesterol, enhances cell renewal and production of oxygen in the blood, relieving stress and giving you at the same time, a high level of energy and vitality.

Sweet corn consumption improves memory and cognitive ability because of its thiamine, which is important for proper functioning of brain cells, whose absence is related to senility and Alzheimer's disease.

Sweet corn - natural medicine

Even included in many types of diets, consumption of sweet corn is recommended in many diseases, from obesity to atherosclerosis, kidney stones, gastritis, ulcers, respiratory diseases, arthritis, rheumatism, tonsillitis, infection or poisoning, even in combat sexual disorders.

So, straight from the cob or with various foods, those golden sweet corn are great for physical health, but also mental! Bon appetite!

Vitamins and Minerals - Kiwi

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Vitamins and Minerals - Kiwi

Hmmm ... this fruit flavor make a matchless delight, full of vitamins and minerals!

Vitamins:

     Vitamin C: 64mg
     Vitamin E: 1.01mg
     Vitmina B1: 0.019mg
     Vitamin B6: 0.043mg
     Vitamin B9: 17mcg
     Vitamin K: 27.8mcG
     Vitamin A: 60 IU

Minerals:

     Potassium: 215mg
     Phosphorus: 23mg
     Calcium: 23mg
     Magnesium: 12mg
     Iron: 0.21mg
     Copper: 0.09mg
     Selenium: 0.1mg
     Zinc: 0.1mg

A medium kiwifruit contains about 42 calories, 0.79g protein, 2.1 g fiber.

Vitamins and Minerals - Grapefruit

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Vitamins and Minerals - Grapefruit

A fruit flavored and extremely healthy, ideal for cold days.

Vitamins:

Vitamin C: 79.1mg
Vitamin B1: 0.083mg
Vitamin B2: 0.046mg
Vitamin B9: 23mcg
Vitamin E: 0.3mg
Vitamin A: 2132IU

Minerals:

Potassium: 320mg
Calcium: 28mg
Phosphorus: 18mg
Magnesium: 18mg
Copper: 0.108mg
Iron: 0.21mg
Zinc: 0.16mg
Manganese: 0.028mg

A medium grapefruit contains about 47 calories, 2.5g fiber and 1.45g of protein.

Vitamins and Minerals - Pear

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Vitamins and Minerals - Pear

Well, just when you think about a sweet and juicy pear leaves your mouth water, does not it? But let's see how healthy!

Vitamins:

Vitamin C: 7.5mg
Vitamin K: 8mcg
Vitamin B2: 0.045mg
Vitamin E: 0.21mg
Vitamin B9: 12mcg
Vitamin A: 41UI

Minerals:

Potassium: 212mg
Phosphorus: 20mg
Magnesium: 12mg
Calcium: 16mg
Sodium: 2mg
Iron: 0.3mg
Selenium: 0.2mg
Zinc: 0.18mg

A medium pear contains about 103 calories, 0.68g protein, 5.5g fiber.

Vitamins and Minerals - Bananas

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Vitamins and Minerals - Banana

Because nothing compares to the fragrance and flavor of a good banana .. here is what hides behind them!

Vitamins:

     Vitamin B9: 24mg
     Vitamin B6: 0.433mg
     Vitamin B1: 0.037mg
     Vitamin B2: 0.086mg
     Vitamin C: 10.3mg
     Vitamin E: 0.12mg
     Vitamin A: 76 IU

Minerals:

     Potassium: 422mg
     Phosphorus: 26mg
     Magnesium: 32mg
     Calcium: 6mg
     Sodium: 1mg
     Iron: 0.31mg
     Copper: 0.092mg
     Manganese: 0.319mg
     Zinc: 0.18mg

A medium banana contains 105 calories, 1.29g protein, 3.1g fiber.

Vitamins and Minerals - Lemon

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Vitamins and Minerals - Lemon

In tea, in salads or simply with a few tablespoons of honey, lemon is a real treasure for the human body, especially in the cold season!

Vitamins:

Vitamin C: 44.5mg
Vitamin E: 0.12mg
Vitamin B1: 0.034mg
Vitamin B2: 0.017mg
Vitamin B6: 0.067mg
Vitamin B9: 9mcg
Vitamin A: 18 IU

Minerals:

Potassium: 116mg
Phosphorus: 13mg
Magnesium: 7mg
Calcium: 22mg
Sodium: 2mg
Iron: 0.5mg
Manganese: 0.025mg
Copper: 0.031mg
Zinc: 0.05mg

An average lemon without peel contains an average 24 calories, 0.92g protein and fiber 2.4G.

Consumption of nuts - fantastic benefits for body and mind

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How often you eat nuts? Great benefits ... in small shells

To prevent some of the most serious diseases should include some nuts in your diet daily. Benefits are plenty, both for health and for beauty, and the few extra calories can be eliminated easily by moving or removing unhealthy snacks. Think a moment: when the last time you ate nuts? Randomness ... should become a habit.

If we want to have a healthy heart should eat no more and no less than 7 nuts per day which, according to recent research, we could protect even the different types of cancer, especially breast cancer.

Daily consumption of nuts - long-term benefits

Rich in vitamin A, B, C, iodine, potassium, iron, magnesium, selenium, calcium, copper, fiber, protein, folic acid, unsaturated fats and minerals, nut is considered a true food-drug, especially for people suffering of anorexia and anemia, but also for those experiencing weakness or fatigue general physical / mental.

Healthier and twice as rich in antioxidants than almonds, peanuts, pistachios and other fruits, nuts consumed daily reduces the risk of developing cardiovascular disease by 35%, those of diabetes and reduce inflammation (chronic).

Researchers at Marshall University in West Virginia recently discovered, after an experiment on mice, the Omega-3 fatty acids and vitamin E present in nuts and give them their anti-cancer potential to slow the growth of malignant tumors. The study, sponsored by the American Institute for Cancer Research, showed that breast cancer risk is significantly reduced (50%) for mice that were genetically programmed to develop the disease and had consumed a daily equivalent quantity of nuts 50g for body human. And researchers at Harvard University have demonstrated, after a study of 30,000 teenagers, that at least two servings of nuts per week reduce the risk of breast cancer by 36%.

Nuts - benefits for body, mind and ... teeth

Nuts, in addition to energy and laxative properties, protects teeth because they contain polyunsaturated fats and lowering risks associated with about 30% gum problems. And consumption of nuts has benefits in the area of memory: it seems that Omega-3 fatty acids in their composition prevents and helps improve memory problems and decrease your risk of Alzheimer's disease, helping us to make it easier to everyday stress and hectic life Dein today.

As for the calorie content, 100g walnuts = 654 calories, but as long as they replace other unhealthy snacks throughout the day, you should not make problems in terms of silhouette, especially given that they provide a feeling of fullness for a long time. For vegetarians and others, nuts can be one of the most healthy and suitable substitutes for the meat, giving the body all the substances necessary for normal functioning ... and more!

Vitamins and minerals - Apples

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Vitamins and minerals - Apples

Because fruit is so tasty and healthy, today start the heading "Vitamins and Minerals fruit", the most important vitamins and minerals contained in fruit ... the fruit-king apples!

Vitamins and minerals - Apples

Vitamins:

     Vitamin A: 98 IU
     Vitamin B1: 0.031mg
     Vitamin B2: 0.047mg
     Vitamin B6: 0.075mg
     Vitamin B9: 0.05mg
     Vitamin C: 8.4mg
     Vitamin E: 0.33mg

Minerals:

     Potassium: 195mg
     calcium 11mg
     Magnesium: 9mg
     Phosphorus: 20mg
     Iron: 0.22mg
     Sodium: 2mg
     Copper: 0.49mg
     Zinc: 0.07mg

A medium apple contains 95 calories, 0.47 g protein and 4.4g fiber.

5 Properties of lettuce, extraordinary for health!

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Properties of lettuce beyond refreshing taste

The weather is getting nicer and our desire for health ... getting larger, so that today we talk about tasty green lettuce, a great source of vitamin A, B1, B2, B9, C, K, potassium , magnesium, iodine, phosphorus, copper or zinc. Here, therefore, the most important properties of the consumption of lettuce and, tonight when you get home, prepare your refreshing salad !

The top 5 properties of lettuce:

- Lettuce - detoxifying properties: regular consumption of lettuce helps eliminate toxins from the body, especially in the intestine, prevents constipation significantly improves digestion, which is why it is recommended to be consumed both before meals, and during them. Furthermore, lettuce streamline purify the blood, regulate cholesterol, but also the level of glucose.

- Lettuce - perfect snack for those on diet: lettuce is low in calories, nourishing, even accelerate elimination regulating appetite, helping us get rid of extra pounds in a natural and healthy!

- Lettuce - anti stress properties: it seems that salts present in lettuce gives its tonic properties reconstructed eases breathing and reduces stress, more frequent consumption of lettuce help give us, little by little, and vice , whether it's tobacco, alcohol or narcotics. Also consumed evening lettuce works as a mild sedative and help us sleep unmoved by morning!

- Lettuce - anti rheumatic properties: significant amount of iodine in salt composition prevents lettuce help relieve rheumatic pain, keep tissues young for longer helps children to grow big strong! Also, such salts contribute to normal thyroid function and have a powerful anti sclerotic.

- Lettuce - properties to stimulate liver; regular consumption of lettuce contributes to healthy liver and stimulates its proper functioning, as recommended in full in case of biliary dyskinesia or chronic hepatitis.

Lettuce - properties of intensive color ...

So, add a little olive oil, a dash of apple cider vinegar and a few pine nuts over fresh lettuce leaves and enjoy ... health taste!

Vitamins and Minerals - Lime

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Vitamins and Minerals - Lime

In a delicious cocktail or a composition refreshing lemonade, lime is a fruit could not be more aromatic and healthy!

Vitamins:

Vitamin A: 34 IU
Vitamin B3: 0.134mg
Vitamin B6: 0.029mg
Vitamin B9: 5mcg
Vitamin C: 19.5mg
Vitamin E: 0.15mg

Minerals:

Potassium: 68mg
Phosphorus: 12mg
Magnesium: 4mg
Calcium: 22mg
Sodium: 1mg
Iron: 0.4mg
Selenium: 0.3mcg
Manganese: 0.005mg
Copper: 0.044mg
Zinc: 0.07mg

A medium lime fruit contains about 20 calories, 1.9g fiber and 0.47g protein.

Vitamins and Minerals - Guava

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Vitamins and Minerals - Guava

If you have not tried Guava, never hesitate: this delicious fruit protects us from colds or flu, is a wonderful source of fiber and improves digestion, helps us to get off extra pounds and makes the skin more beautiful and more bright. A delight!

Vitamins:

Vitamin A: 1030 IU
Vitamin B1: 0.111 mg
Vitamin B2: 0.066mg
Vitamin B3: 1.789mg
Vitamin B6: 0.181mg
Vitamin B9: 81mcg
Vitamin C: 376.7mg
Vitamin E: 1.2mg
Vitamin K: 4.3mcg

Minerals:

Potassium: 688mg
Phosphorus: 66mg
Magnesium: 36mg
Calcium: 30mg
Sodium: 3mg
Iron: 0.43mg
Selenium: 1mcg
Manganese: 0.247mg
Copper: 0.38mg
Zinc: 0.38mg

One cup contains approximately 112 pieces of Guava calories, 8.9g fiber and 4.21g protein.

Spring onions - why should not miss in your diet!

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Spring onions, more than a tasty vegetable

When we think of green onions, fresh taste of spring, the strong flavor, tender and delicious on its leaves .... But did they think of the valuable health properties? It certainly would be, for onions, rich in potassium, calcium, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, vitamin A, C, E and K can help us improve and prevent many conditions ... and more!

Spring onions - the most important properties:

- Spring onions - strong purifying properties: frequent consumption of green onions is a diuretic and depurative, help regulate the endocrine activity and stimulates the body's overall regeneration. Due to the allicin, green onion has antibacterial and expectorant properties is extremely beneficial in treating respiratory diseases.

- Spring onions - against cardiovascular diseases regular consumption of onions regulate cholesterol levels and reduces the risk of cardiovascular disease and anticoagulant properties due to content of allicin prevent thrombosis formation and improve blood flow.

- Spring onions - hormonal impotence and sterility: it seems that daily consumption of green onions over a extended period of time can improve hormonal problems related to impotence or sterility.

- Spring onions - valuable anticancer properties: rgulat consumption of onions reduces the risk of cancer, especially the prostate or lung because of its composition of sulfur compounds that is also found in the garlic.

- Spring onions - antiacne properties: green onion included in the diet often successful fight against skin diseases, clean skin and is recommended especially teenagers suffering from acne, helping to improve hormonal disorders.

- Spring onions - strong hypoglycemic: consumption of onions is recommended especially for people with diabetes, regulating blood sugar and showing beneficial effects especially with radishes and tarragon.

Spring onions in salads full of health!

Should we be happy, so, for all the wonderful spring vegetables and make a fresh salad and delicious colors!