Dear my loving readers,
I am strongly believe that you will definitely agree with me that health is the most supreme important in life. In this respect, I write to share with you some vital information that you ought to know as well.
The 12 Most Powerful Super Foods By Amy Paturel, M.S., M.P.H.
Why Are They So Super?
Ask five nutritionists to rate the 12 most powerful foods and you'll get five different lists, but many of the selections will overlap. Why? Because every food provides something different: Some are a rich source of protein or fiber but void of many vitamins and minerals, while others contain disease-fighting phytonutrients, vitamins and minerals, but no protein. The trick, claim experts, is to get a variety of the best foods. The following 12 power foods are a good place to start.
Avocados
Sure they're high in fat, but avocados contain healthful monounsaturated fat, which has been linked to a reduced risk of cancer, heart disease, and diabetes. 'Avocados aid in blood and tissue regeneration, stabilize blood sugar, and are excellent for heart disorders,' says Ed Bauman, Ph.D., director of Bauman College . They're loaded with fiber (11 to 17 grams per fruit) and are a good source of lutein, an antioxidant linked to eye and skin health.
Apples
'An apple a day really does keep the doctor away,' says Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S., author of The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth. Apples are loaded with the powerful antioxidants quercetin and catechin, which protect cells from damage - that means a reduced risk of cancer and cardiovascular disease, especially if you eat the skin. Research shows that the apple peel contains five times more polyphenols than the flesh. Apples and their skins pack a lot of fiber too (about twice that of other common fruits, including peaches, grapes, and grapefruit), which may help fight the battle of the bulge.
Blueberries
Antiaging superstars, blueberries are loaded with antioxidants, especially anthocyanins, which have been shown to improve vision and brain function. Studies show that eating blueberries slows impairments in motor coordination and memory that accompany aging. These little berries also reduce inflammation, which is inextricably linked with virtually every chronic disease from Alzheimer's and Parkinson's, to diabetes and heart disease. Other studies show that blueberries have much greater anticancer activity than other fruits
Cabbage
In the vegetable world, the Brassica genus reigns supreme, and the cabbage is the most impressive of the lot. Brassica vegetables (including broccoli, bok choy) contain compounds called indoles, which have been shown to reduce the risk of cancer dramatically. 'Eating cabbage more than once a week cut men's colon cancer odds by 66 percent,' says Bauman. 'Cabbage also stimulates the immune system, kills bacteria and viruses, and is a good blood purifier.' If you go for the red variety, you'll also get a healthy dose of anthocyanins (the same pigment molecules that make blueberries blue), another powerful antioxidant with an anticancer punch.
Fish and Fish Oil
Eating fish helps cut the risk of heart disease, cancer, Alzheimer's, stroke, diabetes, and arthritis. The fatty varieties may also help alleviate depression. The American Heart Association recommends that adults eat at least two fish meals per week, especially wild salmon, herring, and sardines, because those varieties provide the most heart-healthy omega 3s. Avoid mercury-containing varieties like shark, swordfish, king mackerel, tilefish, and albacore tuna, says Roberta Anding, M.S., R.D., national spokesperson for the American Dietetic Association. (Chunk light tuna is okay.)
Garlic
Research shows that garlic lowers total cholesterol and triglyceride (blood fat) levels, helping prevent clogged arteries. 'Two to three cloves a day cut the odds of subsequent heart attacks in half for heart disease patients,' says Bauman. 'Garlic also tops the National Cancer Institute's list of potential cancer-preventive foods.' Whole baked garlic helps detoxify the body of heavy metals like mercury (from fish) and cadmium. Garlic also acts as an antibacterial and antiviral, boosting resistance to stress-induced colds and infections. Can't stand garlic breath? Chew on a sprig of parsley.
Mushrooms
Used for centuries in Eastern medicine, mushrooms have powerful effects on the immune system – especially the maitake, shiitake, and reishi varieties. 'Mushrooms such as maitake help prevent and treat cancer, viral diseases, high cholesterol, and high blood pressure,' says Bauman. In fact, mushrooms are used as an adjunctive cancer treatment throughout Asia because of their ability to counteract the toxic effects of chemotherapy and radiation while simultaneously shrinking tumors. What's more, Japanese researchers have found that regularly eating shiitake mushrooms lowers blood cholesterol levels up to 45 percent.
Almonds
Almonds are loaded with fiber and monounsaturated fat, both of which have been shown to lower cholesterol. According to the Food and Drug Administration, eating 1.5 ounces of most nuts, including almonds, as part of a diet low in saturated fat and cholesterol may reduce the risk of heart disease. And even though almonds are relatively high in fat and calories, studies show that eating almonds can actually help with weight loss (their protein, fiber, and monounsaturated fats provide the feeling of fullness, preventing overeating).
Eggs
The best protein source on the planet, eggs consistently outrank milk, beef, whey, and soy in the quality of protein they provide. In addition to containing all nine essential amino acids, eggs are loaded with nutrients. 'And for God's sake, eat the yolks,' says Bowden. People avoid the yolks because they fear cholesterol, but egg yolks contain choline, which helps protect heart and brain function and prevents cholesterol and fat from accumulating in the liver.
Flaxseeds
Loaded with alpha-linolenic acid, an essential fatty acid that helps reduce inflammation, flaxseed has been used for centuries for medicinal and health reasons. Gandhi himself proclaimed, 'Wherever flaxseed becomes a regular food item among the people, there will be better health.' Bauman adds, 'The seed itself has terrific nutritional value, very usable protein, tremendous fatty acids, and minerals like magnesium, potassium, and zinc.' Additionally, they're a great source of fiber.
Pomegranates
Pomegranates have up to three times the antioxidants of red wine and green tea – and the juice has been shown to reduce artery-clogging plaque, which in turn prevents heart disease and stroke. Research shows that long-term consumption of pomegranate juice may also help slow aging and protect against cancer.
Dark Chocolate
When it comes to chocolate, bitter is better – at least in terms of health. The benefits of chocolate come from flavonols and antioxidants (the same disease-fighting chemicals found in cranberries, apples, strawberries, and red wine). The caveat: Only real cacao contains flavonols, so look for chocolate that boasts a high percentage of cacao (60 percent or more). Dark chocolate also has fewer calories than other varieties, and when eaten in moderation, it lowers unhealthy LDL cholesterol and prevents plaque from building up in your arteries.
Trust you find the above information useful. Wish you good health everyday.
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Saturday, June 13, 2009
Friday, June 12, 2009
A very touching message
Dear our loving readers,
Below is a very touching story, which I have received from my contacts and trust it will touch your nerve as well.
*Daniel* : I guess we are the left overs in this world. *
Jasmine*: I think so.. All of my friends have boyfriends & we are the only 2
persons left in this world without any special someone in our lives. *
Daniel*: Yup! I don't know what to do.*
Jasmine*: I know! We'll play a game. *
Daniel*: What game? *
Jasmine*: I'll be your girlfriend for 30 days & you will be my boyfriend.*
Daniel*: That's a great plan in fact, I don't have anything to do for the
following weeks.. *
DAY 1:*
They watched their first movie together & were both touched in the romantic
film. *
DAY 4:*
They went to the beach & had a picnic... Daniel & Jasmine had their quality
time together.
*
DAY 12:*
Daniel invited Jasmine to a circus and they went to a Horror House.. Jasmine
was scared and she tried to touch Daniel's hand but by accident she touched someone
else and they both laughed..*
DAY 14:*
They saw a fortune teller down the road and asked for their future. The fortune teller said: "My darlings, please don't waste the time of your lives... spend your time together happily." Then tears flow from the teller's eyes. *
DAY 20:*
Jasmine invited Daniel to go to the hill and they saw a meteor... Jasmine
mumbled something .*
DAY 28:*
They rode on a bus and because of the bumpy road, Jasmine gave her first kiss to Daniel by accident. *
DAY 29:
**11:37 pm *
Daniel & Jasmine were sitting in the park where they first decided to play this game ...*
Daniel*: I'm tired Jasmine... do you want any drinks? I'll buy you one..I'll just go down the road.. *
Jasmine* : Apple juice would be fine,thanks.*
Daniel*: Wait for me... *
20 minutes later**... *a stranger approched Jasmine.*
Stranger* : Are you a friend of Daniel?*
Jasmine*: Yes, why? What happened? *
Stranger* : A reckless drunken driver ran over Daniel & he is critical in the hospital .*
**11:57pm*
The doctor came out from the emergency room & handed out an apple juice & a letter to Jasmine. *
Doctor*: We found this in Daniel's pocket.
Jasmine read the letter which says:
Jasmine, this past few days, I realized you are really a cute girl & I am falling for you.. your cherished smile, your everything when we played this game.. & before this game ends, I would like you to be my girlfriend for the rest of my life. I love you, Jasmine...
Jasmine crumples the paper & shouted..
"Daniel! I don't want you to die...I love you... Remember that night we saw
a meteor? I mumbled something.. I wished that we would be together forever &
never end this game. Please don't leave me, Daniel... I love you, you cannot
do this to me
Then the clock strikes 12
Daniel's heart stop pumping
*
THEN IT WAS THE 30th DAY...*
************************************************************************************
Always love your loved ones & show them how you feel before it's too late..
You will never know when they will be gone from your embrace.. If you were
given a time to bestow petals of everlasting compassion & love to your love
ones, today is the day. Love them while they are still here...
Cheers and have a lovely day everyday,
James Oh
Below is a very touching story, which I have received from my contacts and trust it will touch your nerve as well.
*Daniel* : I guess we are the left overs in this world. *
Jasmine*: I think so.. All of my friends have boyfriends & we are the only 2
persons left in this world without any special someone in our lives. *
Daniel*: Yup! I don't know what to do.*
Jasmine*: I know! We'll play a game. *
Daniel*: What game? *
Jasmine*: I'll be your girlfriend for 30 days & you will be my boyfriend.*
Daniel*: That's a great plan in fact, I don't have anything to do for the
following weeks.. *
DAY 1:*
They watched their first movie together & were both touched in the romantic
film. *
DAY 4:*
They went to the beach & had a picnic... Daniel & Jasmine had their quality
time together.
*
DAY 12:*
Daniel invited Jasmine to a circus and they went to a Horror House.. Jasmine
was scared and she tried to touch Daniel's hand but by accident she touched someone
else and they both laughed..*
DAY 14:*
They saw a fortune teller down the road and asked for their future. The fortune teller said: "My darlings, please don't waste the time of your lives... spend your time together happily." Then tears flow from the teller's eyes. *
DAY 20:*
Jasmine invited Daniel to go to the hill and they saw a meteor... Jasmine
mumbled something .*
DAY 28:*
They rode on a bus and because of the bumpy road, Jasmine gave her first kiss to Daniel by accident. *
DAY 29:
**11:37 pm *
Daniel & Jasmine were sitting in the park where they first decided to play this game ...*
Daniel*: I'm tired Jasmine... do you want any drinks? I'll buy you one..I'll just go down the road.. *
Jasmine* : Apple juice would be fine,thanks.*
Daniel*: Wait for me... *
20 minutes later**... *a stranger approched Jasmine.*
Stranger* : Are you a friend of Daniel?*
Jasmine*: Yes, why? What happened? *
Stranger* : A reckless drunken driver ran over Daniel & he is critical in the hospital .*
**11:57pm*
The doctor came out from the emergency room & handed out an apple juice & a letter to Jasmine. *
Doctor*: We found this in Daniel's pocket.
Jasmine read the letter which says:
Jasmine, this past few days, I realized you are really a cute girl & I am falling for you.. your cherished smile, your everything when we played this game.. & before this game ends, I would like you to be my girlfriend for the rest of my life. I love you, Jasmine...
Jasmine crumples the paper & shouted..
"Daniel! I don't want you to die...I love you... Remember that night we saw
a meteor? I mumbled something.. I wished that we would be together forever &
never end this game. Please don't leave me, Daniel... I love you, you cannot
do this to me
Then the clock strikes 12
Daniel's heart stop pumping
*
THEN IT WAS THE 30th DAY...*
************************************************************************************
Always love your loved ones & show them how you feel before it's too late..
You will never know when they will be gone from your embrace.. If you were
given a time to bestow petals of everlasting compassion & love to your love
ones, today is the day. Love them while they are still here...
Cheers and have a lovely day everyday,
James Oh
Wednesday, June 10, 2009
some raining issues resolved
Dear loving readers,
Raining, raining, go away. Now, you don't have to sing the song. Look at the photos below:
You don't have worry of getting your shoe wet. Look at the small little umbrella that protects your shoes from getting wet. Nice and neat.
Now, you don't have to worry if the rain getting heavier. See the photo below:-
Trust the above will solve some of your concerns.
Be Happy and everything can be resolved.
James Oh
Trust the above enlighten your day,
Raining, raining, go away. Now, you don't have to sing the song. Look at the photos below:
You don't have worry of getting your shoe wet. Look at the small little umbrella that protects your shoes from getting wet. Nice and neat.
Now, you don't have to worry if the rain getting heavier. See the photo below:-
Trust the above will solve some of your concerns.
Be Happy and everything can be resolved.
James Oh
Trust the above enlighten your day,
Tuesday, June 9, 2009
A nice analogy
Dear my loving readers,
Give this a serious thought. This is a nice analogy, so take heed of the advice.
Once upon a time, there was a very strong man. He asked for a job from a timber merchant and he got it. The pay was really good and so were the work conditions. For that reason, the man was determined to do his best.
His boss gave him an axe and showed him the area where he is supposed to work. The first day, he brought down 18 trees. The Boss was very much impressed and said, "Congratulations Go on that way!
Very motivated by the words of the boss, he tried harder the next day, but only could bring down 15 trees. The third day he tried even harder, but he could only bring down 10 trees. Day after day he was bringing down less and less trees. "I must be losing my strength", he thought to himself. He went to the Boss and apologized, saying that he could not understand what was going on. "When was the last time you sharpened your axe?" the boss asked. "Sharpen? I had no time to sharpen my axe. I have been busy cutting trees.
The moral of this story:
Our lives are like that. We sometimes get so busy that we don't take time to sharpen the axe. In today's world, it seems that everyone is busier than ever, but less happy than ever. Why is that? Could it be that we have forgotten how to stay sharp? There's nothing wrong with activity and hard work. But we should not get so busy and neglect the truly important things in life, like our personal life, taking time to care for others, Taking time to read etc. We all need time to relax, to think and meditate, to learn and grow. If you don't take the time to sharpen the axe, we will become dull and lose our effectiveness. So, start from today, think about the ways by which you could do your job more effectively and add a lot of
value to it.
Hope this story has given you some insight to life, may you be happy always!
"TO HANDLE YOURSELF, USE YOUR HEAD. TO HANDLE OTHERS, USE YOUR HEART"
Trust you enjoy reading it.
Cheers and have a fruitful day,
Give this a serious thought. This is a nice analogy, so take heed of the advice.
Once upon a time, there was a very strong man. He asked for a job from a timber merchant and he got it. The pay was really good and so were the work conditions. For that reason, the man was determined to do his best.
His boss gave him an axe and showed him the area where he is supposed to work. The first day, he brought down 18 trees. The Boss was very much impressed and said, "Congratulations Go on that way!
Very motivated by the words of the boss, he tried harder the next day, but only could bring down 15 trees. The third day he tried even harder, but he could only bring down 10 trees. Day after day he was bringing down less and less trees. "I must be losing my strength", he thought to himself. He went to the Boss and apologized, saying that he could not understand what was going on. "When was the last time you sharpened your axe?" the boss asked. "Sharpen? I had no time to sharpen my axe. I have been busy cutting trees.
The moral of this story:
Our lives are like that. We sometimes get so busy that we don't take time to sharpen the axe. In today's world, it seems that everyone is busier than ever, but less happy than ever. Why is that? Could it be that we have forgotten how to stay sharp? There's nothing wrong with activity and hard work. But we should not get so busy and neglect the truly important things in life, like our personal life, taking time to care for others, Taking time to read etc. We all need time to relax, to think and meditate, to learn and grow. If you don't take the time to sharpen the axe, we will become dull and lose our effectiveness. So, start from today, think about the ways by which you could do your job more effectively and add a lot of
value to it.
Hope this story has given you some insight to life, may you be happy always!
"TO HANDLE YOURSELF, USE YOUR HEAD. TO HANDLE OTHERS, USE YOUR HEART"
Trust you enjoy reading it.
Cheers and have a fruitful day,
Monday, June 8, 2009
A very beautiful advice
Dear my loving readers,
This is for everyone whose parents are still around. Make sure that its not too late.
A very beautiful advice...
A simple man tells how his booking an air ticket for his father, his first flight, brought emotions and made him realize that how much we all take for granted when it comes to our parents.
My parents left for our native place on Thursday and we went to the airport to see them off. In fact, my father had never traveled by air before, so I just took this opportunity to make him experience the same. In spite of being asked to book tickets by train, I got them tickets on Lufthansa.
The moment I handed over the tickets to him, he was surprised to see that I had booked them by air. The excitement was very apparent on his face, waiting for the time of travel. Just like a school boy, he was preparing himself on that day and we all went to the airport, right from using the trolley for his luggage, the baggage check-in and asking for window seat and waiting restlessly for the security check-in to happen.
He was thoroughly enjoying himself and I, too, was overcome with joy watching him experience all these things.
As they were about to go in for the security check-in, he walked up to me with tears in his eyes and thanked me. He became very emotional and it was not as if I had done something great but the fact that this meant a great deal to him.
When he said thanks, I told him there was no need to thank me.
But later, thinking about the entire incident, I looked back at my life.
As a child how many dreams our parents have made come true. Without understanding the financial situation, we ask for football, dresses, toys, outings, etc. Irrespective of their affordability, they have satisfied to all our needs. Did we ever think about the sacrifices they had to make to accommodate many of our wishes?
Did we ever say thanks for all that they have done for us?
Same way, today when it comes to our children, we always think that we should put them in a good school. Regardless of the amount of donation,we will ensure that we will have to give the child the best, theme parks, toys, etc. But we tend to forget that our parents have sacrificed a lot for our sake to see us happy, so it is our responsibility to ensure that their dreams are realized and what they failed to see when they were young, it is our responsibility to ensure that they experience all those and their life is complete.
Many times, when my parents had asked me some questions, I have actually answered back without patience. When my daughter asks me something,I have been very polite in answering. Now I realize how they would have felt at those moments.
Let us realize that old age is a second childhood and just as we take care of our children, the same attention and same care need to be given to our parents and elders.
Rather than my dad saying thank you to me, I would want to say sorry for making him wait so long for this small dream. I do realize how much he has sacrificed for my sake and I will do my best to give the best possible attention to all their wishes. Just because they are old does not mean that they will have to give up everything and keep sacrificing for their grandchildren also. They have wishes, too.
Let's Take care of our parents.
Pls share this mail with every child who loves parents and want to love them more...
Trust it is worth your time to read it.
James Oh
This is for everyone whose parents are still around. Make sure that its not too late.
A very beautiful advice...
A simple man tells how his booking an air ticket for his father, his first flight, brought emotions and made him realize that how much we all take for granted when it comes to our parents.
My parents left for our native place on Thursday and we went to the airport to see them off. In fact, my father had never traveled by air before, so I just took this opportunity to make him experience the same. In spite of being asked to book tickets by train, I got them tickets on Lufthansa.
The moment I handed over the tickets to him, he was surprised to see that I had booked them by air. The excitement was very apparent on his face, waiting for the time of travel. Just like a school boy, he was preparing himself on that day and we all went to the airport, right from using the trolley for his luggage, the baggage check-in and asking for window seat and waiting restlessly for the security check-in to happen.
He was thoroughly enjoying himself and I, too, was overcome with joy watching him experience all these things.
As they were about to go in for the security check-in, he walked up to me with tears in his eyes and thanked me. He became very emotional and it was not as if I had done something great but the fact that this meant a great deal to him.
When he said thanks, I told him there was no need to thank me.
But later, thinking about the entire incident, I looked back at my life.
As a child how many dreams our parents have made come true. Without understanding the financial situation, we ask for football, dresses, toys, outings, etc. Irrespective of their affordability, they have satisfied to all our needs. Did we ever think about the sacrifices they had to make to accommodate many of our wishes?
Did we ever say thanks for all that they have done for us?
Same way, today when it comes to our children, we always think that we should put them in a good school. Regardless of the amount of donation,we will ensure that we will have to give the child the best, theme parks, toys, etc. But we tend to forget that our parents have sacrificed a lot for our sake to see us happy, so it is our responsibility to ensure that their dreams are realized and what they failed to see when they were young, it is our responsibility to ensure that they experience all those and their life is complete.
Many times, when my parents had asked me some questions, I have actually answered back without patience. When my daughter asks me something,I have been very polite in answering. Now I realize how they would have felt at those moments.
Let us realize that old age is a second childhood and just as we take care of our children, the same attention and same care need to be given to our parents and elders.
Rather than my dad saying thank you to me, I would want to say sorry for making him wait so long for this small dream. I do realize how much he has sacrificed for my sake and I will do my best to give the best possible attention to all their wishes. Just because they are old does not mean that they will have to give up everything and keep sacrificing for their grandchildren also. They have wishes, too.
Let's Take care of our parents.
Pls share this mail with every child who loves parents and want to love them more...
Trust it is worth your time to read it.
James Oh