What affect do mushrooms have on your health?

Oriental Cures

Shiitake- A hailed cancer-fighter, shiitake raises interferon levels and contains a strong antiviral substance called lentinan.

Reishi- Known as the 'long-life' mushroom, reishi boost the production of key immune cells. Best taken in a concentrated extract.

Maitake- An immune booster. They also regulate blood pressure and support cardiovascular health.

Chanterelle- One of the few vegetable sources of vitamin B12, needed for the formation of blood cells and nerves.

Enoki- Have been shown to stimulate the immune system and fight off viruses and tumours.

Does eating yoghurt fight off cancer???

YOGHURT CAN FIGHT CANCER?

According to the pros, eating yoghurt is not just good for warding off osteoporosis; scientists at the Karolinska Institute in sweden found eating yoghurt twice a day could reduce your risk of developing cancer by 40%. The benefits are due to the lactic acid bacteria in all yoghurts.

How do i relieve my PMS symptoms?

Eat to beat PMS!

The National Association for Premenstrual Syndrome (NAPS) has devised a unique PMS 7 day guide to relieve your PMS symptoms. Top tips included:


1. Eat more complex carbohydrates and wholegrains, such as brown bread or rice. These help to stabilise blood sugar levels.


2. Avoid caffeine - it can increase irritability.


3. Limit salt and sugary foods to help prevent bloating.


4. Eat foods rich in vitamin E like sunflower seeds or pine nuts, to relieve sore breasts.


If you become a member of the NAPS you can download the full plan:

www.pms.org.uk

Does Drinking Tea REDUCE Your Risk Of Cancer?

Time for Tea

Research from the U.S. shows that by drinking BLACK tea may reduce your risk of ovarian cancer by up to 30%. You need two cups a day to get the benefits, so now you have the perfect reason to indulge in a relaxing tea break - hurrah!

What does from concentrate mean?

Ever wondered what it means when you buy breakfast juice and it says, from concentrate or not from concentrate???

From concentrate- to make from concentrate the fruit is picked, squeezed and the resulting juice concentrated in the country of origin. The concentrated juice is shipped to the country of use for packing. The juice is then reconstituted, restoring it to its original strength by adding the same amount of water.

Not from concentrate- this juice comes directly from the fruit. It is picked and processed within 24hours to retain the freshness. The juice is packed without the addition of water and then pasteurised, just like milk to retain its freshness.

Hope this is useful!