tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-25861223400894987372024-03-12T17:37:25.793-07:00Juicy HealthBlogging the health benefits of fruits, vegetables and any health news of note.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comBlogger16125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2586122340089498737.post-67659304241827773222929-03-21T22:59:00.000-07:002007-03-21T23:19:08.016-07:00Why I Created Juicy HealthI started building this blog to help me learn which fruits and vegetables will provide me with the health benefits I'm looking for. EX: I wanted better night vision so I did a little research and found out that carrots are a great source of beta carotene which is turned into Vitamin A by the human body. Vitamin A helps keep your vision sharp and imroves night vision in even more.<br /><br />I hope all who come here find my site useful, I know I did.Unknownnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2586122340089498737.post-2851174703981757282007-04-30T10:55:00.001-07:002007-04-30T10:55:18.128-07:00Health Benefits of Vitamin CVitamin C helps the body produce collagen, used by the body as connective tissue. Collagen helps build bums, blood vessel walls, and bones which makes Vitamin C extra useful for those recovering from surgery or injuries.<br /><br />Vitamin C is also an antioxidant and neutralizes free radicals that damage the human body. Antioxidants are believed to boost immune system performance and lower rates of macular degeneration, cataracts, and cancer.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2586122340089498737.post-65015735604719811022007-04-30T10:47:00.001-07:002007-04-30T10:47:34.374-07:00Folic AcidVitamin B9 (Folic Acid)<br /><br />Folic Acid is used as raw material for creating new red blood cells, white blood cells, and DNA. It’s also crucial for normal and healthy development of human fetuses.<br /><br />Fighting DiseaseFolic acid has been linked to lower rates of colon cancer and heart disease.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2586122340089498737.post-66792999401215798012007-04-30T10:40:00.000-07:002007-04-30T10:47:26.499-07:00Vitamin B9Vitamin B9 (Folic Acid)<br /><br />Folic Acid is used as raw material for creating new red blood cells, white blood cells, and DNA. It’s also crucial for normal and healthy development of human fetuses.<br /><br />Fighting DiseaseFolic acid has been linked to lower rates of colon cancer and heart disease.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2586122340089498737.post-62978099772713183302007-04-30T10:39:00.000-07:002007-04-30T10:40:06.919-07:00Vitamin DVitamin D promotes healthy bone development and greater muscle strength. Vitamin D deficiency places people at risk of bone thinning, a disease known as osteoporosis as the body ages.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2586122340089498737.post-52376205976965758962007-04-28T12:04:00.001-07:002007-04-28T12:04:32.925-07:00Health Benefits of FiberHealth Benefits of Fiber<br />Heart Disease: Linked to lower rates of heart disease<br />Cancer: Prevents some forms of cancer including breast cancer, ovarian cancer, and uterine cancer.<br />Diverticular Disease: Linked to lower rates of diverticular disease.<br />Constipation: Prevents constipation.<br />Gallstones and Kidney Stones: Prevents body from overproducing insulin, leading to lower rates of gallstones and kidney stones.<br />Weight Loss: Fiber makes people feel full and satisfied, reducing appetite.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2586122340089498737.post-67827770933163094572007-04-28T11:45:00.000-07:002007-04-28T11:46:14.393-07:00Broccoli<span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>Broccoli Contains:</strong><br />Protein<br />Fiber<br />Sodium<br />Vitamin A<br />Vitamin C<br />Riboflavin<br />Vitamin B6<br />Folic Acid<br />Iron<br />Magnesium<br />Manganese<br />Carotenoids </span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2586122340089498737.post-55210619716556199462007-03-21T23:22:00.000-07:002007-03-21T23:33:38.237-07:00Health Benefits of Romaine LettuceRomaine Lettuce provides health benefits for the following bodily functions, diseases, or fitness goals:<br /><br />Stronger Bones<br />Weight Loss<br />Heart Health<br />Colon Cancer<br />Digestion<br /><br />Romaine Lettuce Contains:<br />Calcium<br />Chromium<br />Dietary Fiber<br />Folate<br />Iron<br />Manganese<br />Molybdenum<br />Omega 3 Fatty Acids<br />Phosphorus<br />Postassium<br />Protein<br />Tryptophan<br />Vitamin A<br />Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)<br />Vitamin B2 (Riboflavin)<br />Vitamin B3 (Niacin)<br />Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)<br />Vitamin C<br />Vitamin KUnknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2586122340089498737.post-35217475819074863802007-03-21T18:47:00.000-07:002007-03-21T18:48:07.367-07:00Health Benefits of CantaloupeBenefits of Cantaloupe<br /><br />Cantaloupe is a fruit high in beta carotene. Beta carotene is converted by your body into Vitamin A which helps vision, particularly night vision. Studies have indicated that diets high in beta carotene and Vitamin A reduce the risk of cataracts, a condition that blurs vision.<br /><br /><br />Cantaloupe is high in Vitamin C, boosting immunities to a wide range of diseases. Studies indicate that diets containing rich sources of Vitamin C enjoy longer life spans and reduced occurance of death from diseases.<br /><br />Cantaloupe has also been linked to improved lung health for smokers and second hand smokers and reduced and ARMD (Age Related Macular Degeneration), a condition that can severely destroy or eliminate eyesight.<br /><br />Cataloupe Contains:<br />Vitamin C<br />Vitamin A (Beta Carotene)<br />Potassium<br />Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine)<br />Folate<br />Dietary Fiber<br />Vitamin B3 (Niacin)Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2586122340089498737.post-31418107212776317032007-02-06T14:07:00.000-08:002007-02-06T14:10:20.279-08:00Loneliness Increases Risk of Alzheimers Disease<span style="font-family:arial;">This one doesn’t come as a big surprise. Loneliness in old age has been linked to alzheimers disease.</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2586122340089498737.post-91059506574606724832007-02-06T13:59:00.000-08:002007-02-06T14:00:13.155-08:00Health Benefits of Watermelons<span style="font-family:arial;">Watermelons have high concentrations of antioxidants that help your body maintain optimal health. Furthermore, watermelons are a tasty source of Vitamin C and Vitamin A. Watermelons have been linked easing inflammation, reducing occurrence of asthma, diabetes, colon cancer, and diabetes.<br /><br />If tomatoes aren’t your thing and you’re looking for a good source of lycopene, a substance known for it’s ability to prevent cancer including lung cancer, breast cancer, and prostate cancer.<br /><br />If you need a healthy source of natural energy, watermelon provides your body with vitamin B, vital to the production of energy. True to it’s name, this energy source is low in calories due to high water content.<br /><br />Watermelons can also preserve your vision. Watermelons contain high concentrations of Vitamin A, which is converted into beta carotene in your body. Beta Carotene keeps your vision sharp, particularly at night.<br /><br /><strong>Health Benefits of Watermelons:</strong><br />Natural energy boost<br />Linked to lower cancer risk<br />Preserves eyesight, improves night vision<br />Reduces inflammation linked to arthritis, colon cancer, and asthma<br /><br /><strong>Watermelons Contain:</strong><br />Vitamin C<br />Vitamin A<br />Vitamin B6<br />Vitamin B1<br />Potassium<br />Magnesium<br /><strong></strong></span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2586122340089498737.post-22034543451198578402007-02-06T00:06:00.000-08:002007-02-06T00:10:44.123-08:00Health News: Enviga's Calorie Burning Claims ChallengedI'm not surprised at all. Does this new Enviga calorie burning drink work? Maybe, I don't know. But it will probably take two years and millions of dollars worth of research to defininitively decide one way or the other. Even if it does work, it's probably no substitute for a healthy amount of dietary fiber.<br /><br />Guys if you want to lose weight I suggest you stick with the the tride and true methods, healthy diet and exercise.Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2586122340089498737.post-69423601380060281892007-02-05T14:24:00.000-08:002007-02-05T14:26:53.683-08:00Health Benefits of Apples<span style="font-family:arial;">Apples are a natural source of fiber, a substance known for a wide range of health benefits including better digestion, weight loss, and lower rates of cancer, reduced risk of hardened arteries, heart attack and stroke.<br /><br /><strong>Health Benefits of Apples:</strong><br />Lowers cholesterol<br />Promotes better digestion<br />Weight loss<br />Lower risk of heart disease<br />Prevent kidney stones<br /><br /><strong>Apples Contain:</strong><br />Dietary Fiber<br />Vitamin C<br /><br /></span><br /><p align="center"><iframe style="WIDTH: 120px; HEIGHT: 240px" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" src="http://rcm.amazon.com/e/cm?t=trigopolis-20&o=1&p=8&l=as1&asins=B00008I8NJ&fc1=000000&IS2=1<1=_blank&lc1=0000FF&bc1=000000&bg1=FFFFFF&f=ifr" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2586122340089498737.post-80096258223979705442007-02-05T12:24:00.000-08:002007-02-05T12:25:59.935-08:00Health Benefits of Carrots<span style="font-family:arial;">Carrots are rich in beta carotene. Beta carotene is converted into Vitamin A by your body and helps keep your eyesight in top shape. Carrots are also rich in antioxidants and help maintain general health. Carrots also contain carotenoids, known for their link to reduced heart disease and heart attacks.<br /><br /><strong>Benefits of Carrots:</strong><br />Better vision, especially night vision<br />Reduces risk of heart disease<br />Reduces risk of heart attack<br />Linked to lower risk of some cancers<br />May help regulate blood sugar<br />May counter effects of smoking<br /><br /><strong>Carrots Contain</strong><br />Vitamin A<br />Vitamin K<br />Vitamin C<br />Dietary Fiber<br />Potassium<br />Vitamin B6 (Pyridoxine<br />Manganese<br />Molybdenum<br />Vitamin B1 (Thiamin)<br />Vitamin B3 (Niacin)<br />Phsphorus<br />Magnesium<br />Folate<br /><br /></span><br /><br /><p align="center"><iframe style="WIDTH: 120px; HEIGHT: 240px" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" src="http://rcm.amazon.com/e/cm?t=trigopolis-20&o=1&p=8&l=as1&asins=B000FKGFSQ&fc1=000000&IS2=1<1=_blank&lc1=0000FF&bc1=000000&bg1=FFFFFF&f=ifr" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2586122340089498737.post-21834373946062430882007-02-05T12:06:00.000-08:002007-02-05T12:15:39.460-08:00Health Benefits of Blueberries<span style="font-family:arial;">Blueberries are a rich source of antioxidants. They contain ellagic acid, an antioxidant believed to prevent cancer.<br /><br /><strong>Health Benefits of Blueberries</strong><br />May reduce LDL Cholesterol (Bad Cholesterol)<br />Prevent urinary tract infections<br />May prevent cancer<br />May reduce age related brain conditions including alzheimers disease</span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;"></span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>Blueberries Contain:</strong><br />Vitamin C<br />Manganese</span><br /><span style="font-family:arial;">Dietary Fiber<br />Vitamin E</span><span style="font-family:arial;"><br /></span><br /><p align="center"><iframe style="WIDTH: 120px; HEIGHT: 240px" marginwidth="0" marginheight="0" src="http://rcm.amazon.com/e/cm?t=trigopolis-20&o=1&p=8&l=as1&asins=B0002BB4Y8&fc1=000000&IS2=1<1=_blank&amp;lc1=0000FF&bc1=000000&bg1=FFFFFF&f=ifr" frameborder="0" scrolling="no"></iframe></p>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-2586122340089498737.post-23939672543560539052007-02-02T18:13:00.000-08:002007-02-02T18:32:57.800-08:00Fiber<span style="font-family:arial;font-size:130%;">Health Benefits of Fiber<br /></span><strong></strong><br /><span style="font-family:arial;"><strong>Fiber</strong><br />A high fiber diet has a wide range of health benefits including better digestion, weight loss, and lower risk of heart disease. Fiber acts as a source of food over 500 different species of bacteria that live in your body. Take care of them and they’ll take care of you!<br /><br /><strong>Benefits of Fiber</strong><br />Weight Loss<br />Lower Blood Cholesterol<br />Weight Loss<br />Better Digestion<br />May Reduce Risk of Colon Cancer<br />May Reduce Risk of Type II Diabetes<br />Lowers LDL (Bad Cholesterol)<br />Helps Regulate Glucose and Insulin<br /><br /><strong>Weight Loss</strong><br />Studies comparing people with high fiber diets to people with low fiber diets show that people with diets higher in fiber weight less. That’s because foods high in fiber make people feel fuller as opposed to foods low in fiber. When you feel full, you’re less likely to eat, leading to lower daily caloric intake.<br /><br /><strong>Digestion<br /></strong>Fiber is also instrumental in regulating bowel movements. A diet rich in fiber can prevent painful hemorrhoids and constipation. Fiber allows the digestive system to produce large stools that can be moved through your digestive system quickly and easily.<br /><br /><strong>Cholesterol and Heart Disease</strong><br />Fiber blocks cholesterol from being absorbed into the large intestines. This results in lower bad cholesterol levels, reducing the risk of heart disease.<br /><br /><strong>Soluble and Insoluble Fiber</strong><br />There are two types of fiber, soluble and insoluble. Soluble fiber dissolves in water, insoluble fiber does not.<br /><br /><strong>Sources of Soluble Fiber</strong><br />You can get increase your fiber intake in your diet by eating green beens, and dark green leafy vegetables, fruit and vegetable skins, seeds, nuts, corn bran, wheat oats, and whole wheat products.<br /><br /><strong>Sources of Insoluble Fiber</strong><br />You can add more insoluble fiber to your diet by taking in barley, flax seed, nuts, and oat bran.<br /><br />More recognizable sources of dietary fiber are Cheerios, Quaker Oatmeal, prunes, plums, apples, and oranges.<br /><br /><strong>Recommended Daily Fiber Intake:</strong> 20 grams to 35 grams</span>Unknownnoreply@blogger.com0