Do you think BANANA is fattening?

• It's a myth that bananas are fattening. Bananas are slightly higher in energy than other fruits but the calories come mainly from carbohydrate; excellent for refuelling before, during or after exercise.

• All types of fruit and vegetables contain plant chemicals or phytochemicals known as antioxidants. These antioxidants protect cells in the body against damage from free radicals that can cause heart disease and cancer.

• Bananas are also jam-packed with potassium that helps lower blood pressure, and vitamin B6 for healthy skin and hair.

Extracted from Nutrition for Dummies

Starfruit heart protective

Star fruit, also called carambola, meaning food appetizer in Sanskrit, are low in calories and high in potassium, needed for a healthy cardiovascular system. Potassium is needed to balance sodium that is so prevalent in our diets. Many people benefit from extra potassium in their diets.

They are also a great source of vitamin C, a vital antioxidant that supports the immune system in wound healing and the fight against infection. Anyone with gum disease, toxicity or cardiovascular disease can benefit from increasing their vitamin C intake.

Who should eat star fruit?

Anyone wanting to support their immune system. The vitamin C content of these fruits has anti-inflammatory and healing effects

Anyone wishing to support their body’s detoxification system

Those with allergies or hay fever, as vitamin C has allergy reducing effects

Anyone with cardiovascular problems or wishing to prevent them due to the high potassium, vitamin C and fibre content of these fruits

Tips to lose weight

Mint is very beneficial in losing weight. A chutney of green mint with some simple spices can be taken with meals. Mint tea also helps.

• Spices like dry ginger, cinnamon, black pepper etc. are good for loosing weight and can be used in a number of ways.

• Honey is an excellent home remedy for obesity. It mobilizes the extra deposited fat in the body allowing it to be utilized as energy for normal functions.
  
  Dosage: One should start with small quantity of about 10 grams or a tablespoon, taken with hot water early in the morning. A teaspoonful of fresh lemon juice may also be added.

Brain Power

The best brain foods of all

What are the best brain foods of all? Make sure to keep your kitchen stocked with these champion brain foods:

• Yogurt
• Blueberries
• Spinach
• Salmon
• Bananas
• Brown bread
• Olive oil
• Broccoli
• Tomatoes

Foods that drain the brain
It is not only important to give your children foods that boost their brain power, but also to avoid foods that drain the brain. The worst offenders include

• Foods with artificial sweeteners or coloring
• High-fructose corn syrup
• Sugary fruit drinks, colas, and juices
• Refined white sugars and breads
• Trans fats and partially-hydrogenated oils
• Processed snack foods and luncheon meats