"Myths of Lemon Juice!" WHAT IS THE REAL BENEFIT?

There are many different believes about lemon juice that just have not been scientifically proved to solve those problems. I have heard that lemon juice gives us great improvements in digestion, dissolving sugar absorption also building a better, stronger immune system— these do not have enough scientific proves to be sure and reliable. One of my favorite myths about lemon juice is squeezing lemon juice on chicken can dissolve layers of fats (only if there is thick layer of fat) – but to be honest, this myth has not been proved enough. It is too bad because every time I eat some heavy meal with meat, I feel a little bit better just because of the thought that less fat will be saturated in my body. Ingredients contain acid like lemon juice, however, are used in marinades for making meat softer and poultry by breaking down collagen, a fibrous component that helps in forming connective tissue.

A second belief that is often be on discussion around is that when lemon juice is mixed with cold or warm water it will break down fats in your body. Again, this does not happen metabolically, but drinking lots of water (cold or lukewarm; temperature does not really matter) will keep you hydrated.

The Benefits of Lemon Juice: 

Lemon juice does have a lot benefits. It has great source of vitamins specially vitamin C, which strengthen your immune system, assists with iron absorption and helps your body produce more collagen. Lemons also contain the antioxidant limonene, which has been shown that it helps preventing certain formations of cancer, however more research is required to support the fact. Lemon juice is also a low-calorie drink and is has many recipes to make juice with different flavors.

Thus, if you love lemon juice, Go for it! Although it will not cut off pounds of your weight, it is a tasty and healthy way to drink with food.

Source: 

http://www.fitday.com/fitness-articles/fitness/weight-loss/weight-loss-myths-will-drinking-lemon-water-help-you-lose-weight.html#b

http://www.fitday.com/fitness-articles/nutrition/healthy-eating/myths-about-lemon-juice-and-weight-loss.html#b

Jogging and Health!

There are some common questions that people usually ask; which one is more effective? Jogging or walking?

The answer is really up to how jogging or walking works for each people. But most studies provide that jogging gives us a bit more benefits than walking for our bones, muscles, heart, and lungs. But walking strengthens bones, builds good muscles, and improves your cardiovascular system as well. So it is a feasible exercise too.

According to the American College of Sports Medicine, walking is easier for body bone’s interconnection. It is not very hard on heels, shins, knees, and hips than jogging or stair climbing and also cause less body injuries.

Furthermore, walking elevates physical functioning to a better condition, also even it is known among older people who already have been in pain from chronic disease, according to the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention and the American College of Sports Medicine. They walk at least for 30 minutes or do a similar exercise every day. Walking-level of exercise burns approximately 150 calories of energy.

However, for those of whom at the young age who can work out more intense activities and joint-pounding, jogging can be a suitable way to improve their health. 

Overall, in my personal perspective, jogging may be a way to release stress and nerve. And when I do jogging, I usually sweat a lot, which can get rid of wastes in my body improving my skin and may look healthier with a body shape. Jogging gives benefits to the body with: 

1. Burning fat

2. Bone strengthening

3. Pounding the body

Sources: 
http://www.urmc.rochester.edu/encyclopedia/content.aspx?ContentTypeID=1&ContentID=2035

Super fruit juices

There has been a recent concern for how healthy fruit juices really are as it a common factor for many that fruit juice consumption can lead to diabetes. Not all fruit juices contain large amounts of sugars and starch and it is best to stick to natural and pure fruit juices such as the following unique fruit juices.

Grapefruit juice

It is a large orange-like fruit that belongs to the citrus family and grows in large clusters like grapes. Although the grapefruit tastes bitter or sour it comes with various health benefits:

·      Vitamin C: commonly known to be protective against cold and flu.

·      Anti-cancer agents: protective against the stomach and pancreatic cancer as well as neutralizing s the digestive system.

·       Diabetes: unlike most fruits grapefruit juice can prevent diabetes, as it is bitter and sour.

·      Cholesterol: Helps reduce excessive production of cholesterol in the liver

·      Grapefruit juice can reduce fever, and alleviates insomnia (promotes good sleep).

·      Pregnancy: drinking grapefruit juice can reduce water retention and swelling of legs during pregnancy.

·      Sore throat: freshly squeezed grapefruit juice can relieve sore throats and soothe coughs

·      Weight: Grapefruit juice consists of fat-burning enzymes (absorb and reduce starch and sugar in the body).

Source: http://www.thaimedicalnews.com/health-care-medical/woman-fights-cancer-with-grapefruit-juice/

If grapefruit juice is too bitter or sour, combine it with lemon juice equal parts with a little honey.

Pomegranate juice

Is pomegranate juice good for you? ABSOLUTELY. It has a highest antioxidant capacity when compared to red wine, tea and other commercial juices.

·      Promotes heart health: maintains good arteries and blood pressure.

·      Anemia and women’s health

·      Cancer prevention

·      Anti-aging: the antioxidants found in pomegranate juice can protect the skin from free-radical damage known to cause signs of aging.

·      Vitamin C: reduces cold, flu and asthma in children, critical in building your immune system.

·      Reduces soreness and redness in the throat.

·      Controls diabetes and cholesterol

·      Anti-inflammatory and fat burning qualities

Source: http://gyaandarpan.com/health-benefits-of-pomegranate-pomegranate-juice/

It is available in markets and ensure its 100% pure juice. It is definitely a great addition to your diet.

Available at:

http://juicing-for-health.com/basic-nutrition/healing-foods/health-benefits-of-grapefruit.html

http://juicing-for-health.com/basic-nutrition/healing-foods/health-benefits-of-pomegranate.html

http://www.antioxidantsdetective.com/health-benefits-of-pomegranate-juice.html

Badminton: the ultimate game with health benefits

So what is badminton?  

It can be played for fun, as a hobby or as a competitive sport. It is a racquet sport involving to two opposing players (singles) or two opposing pairs (doubles) on a rectangle court with a net dividing them. Players score points by striking the shuttlecock (a feathered projectile). Badminton had become an Olympic sport since 1992.

                      Source: http://learnenglish.britishcouncil.org/fr/english-for-the-games/eftg/worksheets/badminton

Why play badminton? 

Not only is it fun but by just playing it for at least 30 minutes a day, it can improve your overall well- being significantly. By increasing your heart rate by 30 minutes each day it can beneficially affect your health and metabolism.
Badminton is a total body work you as it requires you to repeatedly run, jump, stretch, swing, carry your body momentum, and much more. It will allow you to build muscle and tone to your body as it combines aerobic activity with muscle workouts which will definitely burn any excess calories and fat deposits.

                    Source: http://www.badmintoncafe.com/

Additional health benefits: Definitely GOODminton!

The optimal health benefits of badminton can be achieved by at least playing it 30 minutes a day after a reasonable warm up. Playing badminton regularly can result in the following:

·      Maintains good cholesterol – keep healthy blood vessels and reducing hypertension.

·      Prevention of heart disease as playing badminton conditions and strengthens the heart muscle resulting in good endurance levels.

·      Obtain optimal health and weight for one height and age due to the excess calories that is burnt while playing badminton and as it prevents fat from accumulating in the individuals’ body. The fat deposits are mobilized to release energy while playing badminton.

Source: http://hawthornbadminton.co.uk/

          ·      Osteoporosis, which is a common bone condition for the elderly and this can be prevented by playing badminton as physical activity is one of the major factors of preventing osteoporosis. This is because playing badminton promotes the healthy growing of bone forming cells.

·      Playing badminton can also reduce stress, anxiety and increase self-esteem and promotes better sleep. It will most definitely keep you feeling strong, well and motivated, young and most importantly healthy.



Available at: 
http://www.badminton-information.com/what_is_badminton.html

http://www.badminton-information.com/health_benefits_of_playing_badminton.html

http://www.fernandosbadminton.com/index.php?option=com_content&view=article&id=48&Itemid=29

Strawberries and heart-health!

The Harvard Women's Health Study has found a new study that there is a important link between strawberries and heart health. Researchers stated that women who consume lots of strawberry were tend to create much healthier lifestyles than others who do not. 

The heart-health benefits of strawberries is connected highly to their essential nutrients. Vitamin C is an important antioxidant that reduces death rates from cardiovascular disease, prevalence of cardiovascular disease critically lower and also reduces risk of angina. Furthermore, building up health with vitamin C has been shown to decrease serum levels of C-reactive protein (a substance in the body that indicates the presence of injury or inflammation).

Folate is another key nutrient to improve heart-health – lower folate concentrations cause most of increased coronary disease risk and increased fatal coronary events. Moreover folate, strawberries are highly concentrated in fiber and potassium, both promote heart health benefits mostly, such as lower cholesterol and blood pressure.

Maybe Valentines day could be a special occasion for consuming heart-healthy strawberries highly like, chocolate wit strawberries or other romantic chances.

Current research suggests that by eating just eight strawberries a day, we can see great change in our health such as improvement in heart health, lower blood pressure and the risk of cancer, reduction of inflammation  and even better cognitive function. There is no reason not to eat strawberries as part of a healthy daily life. Strawberries are available nearly anywhere round (though best in the summer), ripe for you to promote more and better the health benefits of this great, delicious fruit.

Sources: http://www.eatingwell.com/nutrition_health/nutrition_news_information/strawberry_nutrition_and_health_benefits_of_strawberries

http://www.besthealthmag.ca/eat-well/healthy-eating/10-health-benefits-of-strawberries