Friday, June 27, 2008

Precious Propolis...

There is only one true use for propolis, the resinous substance collected by bees from certain plant, which is used to seal holes in a bee’s honey comb and prevent intruders from entering the hive. The composition of propolis will vary from hive to hive, district to district, and from season to season. Normally it is dark brown in color, but it can be found in green, red, black and white hues, depending on the sources of resin found in the particular hive area. Honey bees are opportunists, and will gather what they need from available sources, and detailed analyses show that propolis chemical composition varies considerably from region to region, along with the vegetation. Propolis consists of dozens of compounds, including fatty acids, which have antifungal and antibacterial effects, which has a strong resistive action against bacteria and fungi. But there is a little evidence to justify claims that propolis has antibacterial effects superior to antibiotics or that propolis stimulates the immune system. Some people recommend using to treat ulcers and skin problems caused by fungi. Studies have shown that the mild antimicrobial effects of propolis may be due, in part, to the residue of solvents used to extract those active ingredients. Thus propolis protects us from bacteria and fungal infections.

Sunday, June 15, 2008

Food safety for HIV positive.

Anyone who is HIV-positive or a person who prepares food for an aids patient, must first pay special attention to the food safety. Wash hands before handling food, during its preparation and after. Keep hot foods hot and cold food cold. Avoid contact between raw and cooked foods. Eggs should be boiled for at least 7 minutes; meat and fish should be well cooked, with an internal temperature of 165 - 212 degree Fahrenheit (74 – 100 degree Celsius). Raw shellfish, sushi, streak tar tare, rare hamburgers. As well as homemade mayonnaise and ice cream made with raw eggs must be avoided. Commercial mayonnaise and hard ice cream are safe. Wash fruit and vegetables well. They are not as likely to cause problems as animal products, but they should be washed thoroughly. Many doctor advise following the same precautions as when travelling abroad; eat only cooked vegetables and eat fruits that are peeled, stewed or canned. Some feel salads and raw fruits and vegetables are safe bit ,ay be difficult to digest. Alcohol consumption must be stopped, because alcohol can worsen diarrhea and interact with medication. These food habits might help those people affected by aids to sustain in this world.

Friday, June 6, 2008

Away from acne...

Almost everyone experiences an occasional flare-up of acne, but it is most prevalent during adolescence, afflicting 85 percent of teenagers to some degree. Hormones are responsible for most case of acne. Diet and other lifestyle activity factor, including cleanliness and sexual activity, do not cause acne. In rare instances, sensitivity to food may exacerbate existing acne, but food does not cause acne. An exception is kelp, seaweed that can cause severe cystic acne. Iodized salt can also provoke an acne flare-up, if you think your acne is a result of food sensitivity, try eliminating suspect foods from your diet for several weeks. Then, add them back to see if your skin is affected.

Clear, glowing skin reflects overall good health. This requires regular exercise, adequate sleep, quitting smoking and avoiding excessive exposure to the sun, as well as a diet rich in some important nutrients. Vitamin A and vitamin C rich food may help build and maintain healthy skin. Vitamin B6 may reduce acne by helping to regulate hormones implicated in the development of acne lesions. Zinc promotes healthy hormone levels and advances the healing of acne. Do not try to self-treat acne with high dose of vitamin and mineral supplements, this might worsen the condition.

Thursday, June 5, 2008

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