Health and Beauty Facts
Carrots
Carrots are good for the heart because they help prevent plaques from forming on the artery walls. A large carrot gives 11,000 i.u. of Vitamin A from betacarotine. Aside from this, Vitamin A makes the skin smoother and more radiant.
Natural Viagra
The amino acid called arginine has been found out to help make erections stronger. Arginine is vital for the normal functioning of the pituitary gland. It enhances fertility in men by increasing the sperm count. Aside from its effects on the male reproductive system, it also boosts the immune system by stimulating the thymus gland to increase T cell production that helps the body fight off cancer.
- For maximum viagra-like effect: 3-6 grams (3,000-6,000 mg) must be taken 45 minutes before sex.
- For gym enthusiasts/body builders: two grams (2,000 mg) one hour before a workout.
- For mental alertness: 2,000 mg should be taken before going to bed.
- Do not exceed 20-30 grams a day because it can cause bone and joint deformities. Arginine or L-Arginine should not be given to growing children or people with schizophrenic conditions or those with herpes.
Women Affairs
Increase apples, grapes, grape juice and raisins consumption as these fruits contains boron that helps minimize bone loss after menopause. When you are tempted to munch on something sweet, grab one of these waistline-friendly fruits.
Drinking coffee and tea is a fave past time among girlfriends but you must take note that these beverages contains tannin which is suspected to be a carcinogen. Adding milk to your coffee or tea will neutralize the tannin.
Body Revilatalizer
A weekly body scrub is recommended to give skin that extra luster. Try using scrubs that contains vitamin C.
For a quick and cheap body polish: Mix well 2 tbsp virgin coco oil, olive or apricot oil, 2 tbsp brown sugar, raw oatmeal, sea salt and raw powdered juice. Scrub your body from the feet up to the neck using upward strokes to stimulate your lymph to flow more briskly for a better circulation. Substitute salt with sugar for the face mask.
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