September 11th, 2009 flowercarole
A blueberry smoothie at breakfast can stop your powers of concentration waning in the afternoon – and even help fight dementia in the long term, new research suggests.
Scientists have found that the food can increase your attention span in the short term and can maintain a healthy mind in the long term.
The found that just one 200g blueberry smoothie was enough to increase power of concentration by as much as 20 per cent over the day.
Regular consumption of the fruit could lead to a rewiring of a part of the brain that is linked to memory.
The findings of the study, reported at the British Science Festival, add to the growing reputation of blueberries as the super-food of super-foods.
To read the full article by Richard Alleyne visit: Telegraph.co.uk
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April 4th, 2009 flowercarole
Avocado Saver by Evriholder Products
If you love guacomle and avocados then this product will be right up your street.
The Avo Saver Avocado Preserver is a fantastic way to keep your cut avocados fresh. This item has been designed to reduce air getting to a cut avocado therefore it extends the freshness the fruit. To use this handy fruit saver you just simply place a cut avocado with the pit face down onto the base of the Avo Saver, then just secure it using the adjustable strap. A very simple and quick way to save your fruit and money!
This useful little item is top rack dishwasher safe and is available in green. The item measures 8″ tall x 5″ wide.
If you would like to purchase this handy little device then just click here to go to our amazon shop.
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March 7th, 2009 flowercarole
Benefits of Cranberries
Source: Cranberry Institute
Scientific research is revealing how healthful cranberries can be. Packed with nutrients like antioxidants and other natural compounds, cranberries are a great choice for the health conscious consumer. Cranberries are available in a wide variety of forms including fresh fruit, juice, sauce, and dried. Juices and sauce are available year-round at your grocery retailer. Fresh fruit is generally available from September to December. Include more cranberries in your diet today and start eating healthier today.
Cranberries contain proanthocyanidins (PACs) that can prevent the adhesion of certain of bacteria, including E. coli, associated with urinary tract infections to the urinary tract wall. The anti-adhesion properties of cranberry may also inhibit the bacteria associated with gum disease and stomach ulcers.
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