Grapefruit - Citrus paradise for weight loss

Regular use of citrus protects the body from the absence of enzymes, vitamins and mineral salts in the winter. Grapefruit, also called paradise citrus, possess excellent properties in obesity, atherosclerosis, hypertension, decreased digestion.

 Grapefruit is suitable for fruit diet and a great source of vitamin C - strengthens the immune system. The fruit is rich in fiber and satiate hunger, but with fewer calories. Citrus fruit accelerates metabolism and reduces insulin levels.

 Another benefit of grapefruit is that it reduces cholesterol and improves digestion. So a glass of grapefruit juice for breakfast will give a great and refreshing start to the day.

Grapefruit is the result of certain dietary properties, so weight loss do not forget to add it to your daily menu.

 Juices of citrus fruits diversify various nutritional and medicinal diets and enrich them. Grapefruit juice is very helpful in removing cellulite and is rich in antioxidants. The juice is highly palatable and can be given to children and sick people who do not like the bitterness of the whole fruit.

Of course, like all citrus and grapefruit manifests its advantages when used within reasonable limits. Acids contained in it may increase symptoms in peptic ulcer disease of the stomach and duodenum.

The benefits and harms of coffee

Lately more and more on the real health benefits of consuming coffee, but they must be weighed against the possible negative effects, especially at higher doses. The ideal "fix" is always difficult to determine because people's perceptions of "a cup of coffee" vary widely, as the size of coffee cups. But the good news is that many of the benefits associated with 2 to 4 cups a day "and that's what most Americans drink anyway," said Joe Vinson, Ph.D.. Here are some interesting findings: 

 Coffee is good for the brain
Between 1 and 5 cups of coffee a day can reduce the risk of dementia and Alzheimer's disease and Parkinson's disease. How? Antioxidants in coffee can prevent some damage to brain cells and stimulate neurotransmitters involved in cognitive function. Preliminary studies have indicated that increasing the intake of coffee (or tea), the incidence of glioma, a type of brain cancer, tend to decrease. Some researchers speculate that these compounds in activated DNA repairing protein in cells, possibly preventing DNA damage that can lead to the formation of cancerous cells.

 Coffee beat diabetes
Studies link frequent coffee consumption (four or more cups per day), with a lower risk of developing type 2 diabetes. Scientists suspect that antioxidant compounds in hlorogenichnata acid may increase the sensitivity of cells to insulin, which helps regulate blood sugar. While most of the studies did not report whether the coffee is made ​​with caffeine, decaffeinated coffee could be even better, since other studies have found that caffeine leads to a blunting of insulin sensitivity.

 Coffee has heart benefits
Some studies have shown that consuming one to three cups of coffee per day less a stroke than non coffee drinkers. Antioxidants in coffee extinguish harmful inflammatory effects on arteries. Researchers speculate that the compounds could increase the activation of nitric oxide, a substance that dilates blood vessels and lowers blood pressure.

 Coffee care for liver
Research in the field is limited, but it appears that the more coffee people drink, the lower is the incidence of cirrhosis and other liver diseases. In an analysis of nine studies found that an increase of 2 cups of coffee daily intake is associated with a 43 percent lower risk of liver cancer. Possible explanation: antioxidants and caffeine and caffeic acid can prevent liver inflammation and inhibit cancer cells.

 Coffee causes irritations
Sensitive to caffeine may experience irritability and anxiety at high doses. The chemical composition of caffeine resembles adenosine - a chemical associated with sleep and dispensing vessels. Caffeine binds to adenosine receptors and prevents its absorption, for which the activity of nerve cells increases, blood vessels constrict and get a refreshing or welcome side effect.

 Coffee may contain cholesterol
Unfiltered coffee contains a compound that can increase levels of LDL (bad) cholesterol. Drink filtered coffee.

7 principles of healthy living that keep the heart healthy and prevent cancer

Following the 7 principles of a healthy lifestyle that protect against cardiovascular disease will dramatically reduce long-term risk of developing cancer.

• Be physically active - working out and sports
• Maintain normal body weight
• Eat Healthy
• Maintain normal cholesterol levels
• Maintain a normal blood pressure
• Maintain a stable blood sugar levels
• Do not smoke

 The more than seven health rules shall comply, the less is the risk to get cancer.
Study participants who kept 6 of the 7 principles are sick with cancer 51 percent less than those who do not adhere to a healthy lifestyle. Those who satisfy the four indicators of cancer risk was lower by 33%, while those who adhered to at least one or two of the rules, the risk of cancer fell by 21%.

Quitting smoking was one of the factors with the greatest burden of cancer prevention. It turned out that those who cover 5-6 of the 7 criteria for a healthy life, but smoke, the risk of cancer is reduced with 25%.

Diet against atherosclerosis

Well-prepared diet can help lower levels of bad (LDL) cholesterol, raise levels of good (HDL) cholesterol, and generally to protect the heart.
 Food consumption is recommended that:
whole grains
raw vegetables (especially leafy green)
fruits
soy
beans
peas
fish: salmon, mackerel, sardines
honey
onion
garlic
sunflower seeds, flax, pumpkin
algae
wheat germ
 Food consumption of which should be limited:
tobacco
red meat
eggs
dairy
dark meat of chicken or turkey (high in fat)
hydrogenated fats
fried foods
coffee
salt
alcohol
sugar
refined cereals 
Take in fewer calories. Large meals predispose to obesity - the biggest enemy of heart. 
Eat foods rich in fiber. In a 1996 study says that men who take through food daily 28 g fiber, significantly reduce the risk of cardiovascular attack.
 Reduce coffee. Caffeine contained in it is directly related to the level of cholesterol in the blood, particularly in people consuming more than three cups of coffee a day. 
 Eat fruits and vegetables, whole grains, fish, dairy products (low-fat), lean meats, nuts and seeds. Including these products in your diet, you will take less fat and cholesterol.
 This type of diet will lower cholesterol and fats in the blood by about 20%. The risk of heart disease decreases by 2% for each 1% reduction in cholesterol, if you apply a diet low in fat, high in fiber and contains a variety of complex carbohydrate foods. Or in general, you can reduce your risk of heart disease by 40 percent.
  Here are the foods that are especially important for heart health: brewer's yeast, garlic, ginger, green tea, oatmeal, onions, plums - dried soy and wine.