Thursday, 13 March 2008

Health info found on a calendar

Apples
Health benefits: High in fibre & vitamin C. Flavonoids found in apples are known to have anti-inflammatory & anti-cancer actions. It can also help reduce blood cholesterol levels.
Bell Pepper
Health benefits: Contain high levels of antioxidant which help to reduce risk of heart disease. It is also a rich source of vitamin C.
Tomatoes
Health benefits: Contain lycopene, a powerful cancer fighter. They are also a rich source of vitamin C and E.
Chinese Tea
Health benefits: Drinking tea regularly can help to remedy many health problems like hypertension, cancer as well as heart disease.
Water
Health benefits: Water consumption is essential in maintaining and regulating the body's system. It transports nutrient to cells within the blood and also aids food digestion and regulates body temperature.
Strawberry
Health benefits: Ellagic acid found in strawberries appear to inhibit tumour growth. It can also raise the antioxidant levels in the body. A rich source of vitamin C too.
Peaches
Health benefits: Peaches are low in calories but rich in iron, potassium and vitamin C. It also has a gentle laxative effect.
Lemons
Health benefits: Lemons are very high in vitamin C content. It is also known to have anti-cancer effects due to limonoid phytochemicals found in it. Lemons can also lower cholesterol levels.
Carrots
Health benefits: Carrots have extremely high beta-carotene content. Its many health benefits include protection against coronary heart disease and several cancers. Carrots also lowers blood cholesterol and guards against food poisoning.
Grapes
Health benefits: Grapes contain powerful antioxidants and resveratrol, which helps to prevent both the narrowing and hardening of the arteries. Ellagic acid found in grapes has anti-cancer properties.
Oranges
Health benefits: Oranges, one of the high sources of vitamin C, helps to maintain the body's defence. Flavonoids, found in oranges, are thought to reduce the risk of some cancer.

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