Plums for Less Costly Antioxidants

If you're looking for a less expensive source of antioxidants than pricey organic blueberries, scientists at Texas AgriLife Research suggest trying plums. Or peaches. Or nectarines. The investigators studied more than 100 varieties of these fruits and found their antioxidant and phytonutrient content to be as good as - or even better than - blueberries, which are an acknowledged great source of health protective antioxidants. Eating just one plum will give you the same amount of antioxidants you would get in a handful of blueberries scattered on your cereal, the researchers said. They also looked at the effect of the protective compounds found in plums on breast cancer cells in the lab and reported that the phytonutrients in plums inhibited the growth of the malignant cells without compromising normal cell growth. All told, they suggested that in tough economic times, relatively inexpensive plums could be a better antioxidant bet than more costly berries. One caveat: because they fall about in the middle of pesticide load ranking by the Environmental Working Group (EWG), try to choose organic varieties of plums whenever possible. The study was funded by the Vegetable and Fruit Improvement Center at Texas A&M University and the California Tree Fruit Agreement.

Plantar Warts

Anyone who has experienced plantar warts knows what a nuisance they can be. Caused by the human papilloma virus (HPV), they appear on the bottoms of feet as small, fleshy bumps; hard, flat growths with a rough surface and well-defined boundaries; or gray or brown lumps with tiny pinprick-size black dots.

To help avoid getting plantar warts, avoid areas known to harbor the virus, including warm, moist places such as shower floors, locker rooms and public swimming pools. Always wear shower thongs or sandals when you use a public locker room or shower, and use foot powders and change your socks often to keep feet dry. To treat plantar warts, you have a number of options:

4 Healthy Afternoon-Slump Snacks

Snacking during the day can be a healthy habit, as it can help to keep blood sugar and energy levels steady. However, what you choose for mid-day edibles is important - use the four suggestions below for some healthy snack ideas.

Berries. They are sweet, easy to pop into your mouth, and a much healthier choice than a candy bar. Raspberries, blueberries, strawberries and blackberries are all anti-inflammatory, rich in flavonoids and carotenoids, and offer immune-boosting antioxidant activity.

Crudit s. The fiber in veggies will help fill you up, and they provide a nice, satisfying crunch. Choose a wide range of colors (broccoli, cauliflower and carrots are good choices) and serve with low- or non-fat plain yogurt - add some fresh herbs and seasonings for flavor.

Pool Swimmers and BACTERIAL RASHES (Pseudomonas)

The Pseudomonas bacteria sometimes produce rashes in pool swimmers, and Pseudomonas rash might also be picked up in contaminated whirlpool baths. The rash begins one to three days after bathing in the contaminated water. The eruption is itchy and consists of flat red spots, pustules (pus bumps) or small blisters. The trunk and arms are affected, especially the area under the bathing suit, while the head and neck are spared. This rash resolves in a few days without treatment.

4 Healthy Holiday Appetizers

Yesterday we went over four appetizers to steer clear of this holiday season - today we serve up healthy options for your cocktail plates!

Crudit s. The fiber in veggies will help fill you up, and they provide a nice, satisfying crunch. Choose a spectrum of colors (broccoli, cauliflower and carrots are good choices) and serve with low- or non-fat plain yogurt. Add some fresh herbs and seasonings for flavor.

Mixed nuts. When eaten sparingly, nuts are a terrific snack. Walnuts are among my favorites, as they are rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Almonds and roasted soy nuts are also good choices. Nuts can be high in calories and fat (even if it's the healthy monounsaturated kind) so don’t overindulge.

17 Secrets of Good Fitness

What is one of the hottest topics today? Of course Happiness and Good Health! To get content and fit read top 17 secrets of good health and fitness forever! To stay healthy and cool follow some good habits and incorporate these secrets into your daily life. Besides these always remember 5 things: Connect, Be Active, Be Aware, Keep Learning and Help Others!!

1. Laughing keeps you young and provides countless health benefits. Keep smiling always.

2. Start your day with a well-balanced breakfast and meal.

3. Take time to count good things that are present in life.

4. Our body needs quality sleep to regenerate and to live so take rest.

How To Increase Height of Child

Are you looking for proven height increasing tips to naturally increase your child's height? Do you know that by just helping your kids improve their sleeping habits will naturally boost the release of their human growth hormones? Here are some helpful tips to increase your child’s height naturally:-

Vitamins and minerals also play an important role in developing the height of children. For example, you can find much calcium in milk, craft, soybean and vegetables. Beside this, milk contains a large amount of calcium being easier to absorb. In addition, milk supplies them with many vitamins, minerals and protein source having high biological values and substantial acid amines.

How to Increase Eyesight Naturally

Some people find that over time their eyesight starts to fail, and if their professions are dependent on their having good vision, this can be a problem. While some people consider certain medical procedures to help them restore their eyesight to what it was in the past, some people have actually discovered that they can improve eyesight naturally

Relax Your Eyes:

An additional tip you could apply is giving your eyes plenty of rest, particularly when using them for many hours. A lot of eye stress or strain might cause your sight to become weak. So you must desist from using your eyes excessively. It is important to take temporary rests when utilizing a PC or reading a book for long hours.