Health and Fitness

Many prenatal vitamins have more than 100% of the RDA for some vitamins to allow for the variation in women’s ability to absorb them. Many of these nutrients are deficient or marginally deficient in women before pregnancy. Supplementation makes a difference for both the developing baby and the mother. Some of the most important nutrients are listed below along with their function during pregnancy.

Folic acid for pregnant mothers 800 mcg, Aids in cell formation and DNA synthesis. Low levels may cause low weight infants and neural tube defects. Thiamin (B1) 1.5 mg, Helps produce healthy nerves and brain cells and helps make energy in cells. Riboflavin (B2) 1.6 mg, Helps the production and growth of red blood cells and with metabolism (making energy). Niacin (B3) 17 mg, Helps with a healthy birth weight, length and head circumference.

Pyridoxine (B6) 2.2 mg, Used for blood and nerve synthesis and helps with protein metabolism. Nausea and morning sickness can be relieved by supplementing with B6. Vitamin B12 2.2 mcg, Helps with nerve and red blood cell function. (Deficiency of B12 can cause anemia.). Vitamin A is best taken as Mixed Carotenes 800 mcg, Used for healthy skin, eyes and immune system. Caution: Excess levels of vitamin A have been shown to cause birth defects. Do not exceed 6,000 IU vitamin A per day.

To have 20 times the amount of vitamin C as lemon, rose hip tea, is considered a great natural supplement. Thus, we can drink alternately several times a day. We will now see the main therapeutic properties of rosehip.

THERAPEUTIC ACTION

Its active components include vitamins B, C and K, tannin, citric acid, pectin, lipids and carotenoids, which exert numerous effects on our body.

- They promote disease resistance.

- Improved enzymatic processes.

- Reconstitute the tissues.

- Diuretics and laxatives.

- Antioxidants.

WHEN USING

Colds: their natural beta-carotene (provitamin A) promote the growth and maintenance of the epithelial cells of the respiratory tract to fight congestion.

* Low defenses: its vitamin C, is equivalent to 20 times the one with the lemon and 8 times that of kiwi fruit, reactive immune system and prevents the most common winter illnesses and infections.

* Surgical and scars: the tannins are effective for the recovery of tissues.

• Fluid retention: gently removes excess fluid and reduces bloating.

RECOMMENDED DOSE

In the above cases, we recommend taking three infusions per day. However, in times of good health can drink two cups per day.

AN INFUSION WITHOUT CHEMICAL ADDITIVES

At present, there is a large variety of teas, but among those that provide the biggest benefits is the Coesam rosehip tea. This is extracted from the peel and pulp of the fruit, dried and dehydrated naturally, without chemical additives.

OTHER USES

The rose hip is widely used in jams, tinctures, extracts, low alcohol drinks and gelatins. For better conservation have to keep in dry, ventilated and free from the direct action of sunlight and high intensity magnetic radiation

These foods also undervalued in many diets, we find bread, a product widely consumed in many households not only Spanish but throughout the world, and we find among us for centuries.

But if we are following a diet, can eat bread?. Here we reveal all doubts about the bread diets.

The bread in slimming diets

One of the most reviled bread when we are following a diet is white bread. And, in a sense, this is because the heat content of 100 g. white bread goes by some about 250-280 calories. However, it is necessary to know that the calorie content is not due to their fat (which, in itself, almost non-existent), but the carbohydrates it has.

A loaf of bread just by itself is not fattening. What usually happens is that the bread tends to be accompanied by other fattening foods, in a diet are not at all desirable, such as cured meats (especially sausages, salami, cheese …).

In a healthy, balanced diet, even if weight reduction, consumption of bread is recommended, especially for their carbohydrate content. In this regard, we must not forget the recommendation of many nutritionists, indicating that both the bread and cereals should not miss in our daily diet. And besides, if the bread has been prepared with cereals, much better, since, in turn, is much healthier.

Here are the main EL NATURAL FOOD SUPPLEMENTS ‘FOOD FOR A HEALTHY TAN:

- Beta-carotene: is found in orange and red vegetables such as carrots, apricots, tomatoes, peppers, oranges etc.. Absorbs a large proportion of visible solar radiation and UVA, mitigating the ‘inflammatory effect. It ‘good to consume 2-3 servings of these vegetables each day.

- Lutein and zeaxanthin are carotenoids found in many green leafy vegetables such as broccoli, spinach, cauliflower, have a ‘higher antioxidant activity of beta-carotene and may prevent cellular damage from UVA, as an appetizer before lunch, it is useful to eat a ‘salad of spinach and cauliflower raw finely sliced, seasoned with lemon juice and extra virgin olive’ oil, which helps to assimilate vitamins antiaging plant. (more…)

Herbs and uses in outdoor gardens are many. Herbs are very easy to grow outdoors and are a good choice for the novice gardener. A sunny location works well for the majority of herbs, and the soil needs to be able to drain easily. If you have dense, heavy soil in your garden, try mixing some organic matter I that will help with drainage. Fertilizer and pest products are not usually required as herbs are hearty.

When planning a garden, herbs and uses include container gardening, planted within a flower bed, or as a border to a garden. Fragrant herbs planted along a walkway are common. Herbs will do well in pots, if adequate drainage is provided. If no garden plot is available, herbs ca be planted in pots and scattered about on a porch, deck, or balcony.

To harvest herbs, take only about one third of the leaves if it is mid-season. The herb plant will re-grow fairly quickly this way. Inspect the leaves for insects and damaged spots and remove. Rinse the leaves and dry with paper towels. To dry the herbs, bundle 6-12 stems together with a rubber band and hang in a spot away from direct sunlight. Dehydrators can be used, but microwaves and ovens dry herbs far too quickly. Once dry, store in an airtight container and don’t forget to label the herbs.