THE FRUIT THAT KEEPS YOU YOUNG AND HEALTHY

A small fruit that packs a lot of flavor and planty of health benefits and its name is kiwi

• Is full of vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin E, folate and potassium.

• Has a lot of antioxidants that helps to remove free radicals and protects our cells and DNA from oxidative damage.

• Is a good source of fiber. A medium kiwi has 3 gr of fiber and only 60 kcal.
  

• Raw kiwi contains actinidain, an enzyme that can help digest a meal much like the papain in papaya or bromelain in pinapple.

• High level of potassium helps keep our electrolytes in balance by counteracting the effects of sodium.

• Because of vitamin C, kiwi can boost our immune system.

• Kiwi's low glycemic index and high fiber content means it will not create a strong isnulin rush like other fruits with high sugar contents. So is suitable for diabetics.

• Eating 2-3 kiwis per day has been shown to reduce the potential of blood clotting by 18% and reduce triglycerides by 15%.

• Kiwi is in the "most alkaline" category of fruits, meaning it has a reach supply of minerals to replace the excess of acidic foods most individuals consume.

• Protects our skin from degeneration.

Tastes delicious!

5 SNACKS RICH IN PROTEIN

An egg contains 6gr of protein and only 70 calories. you can boil and keep them in a bowl in the refrigerator for a couple of days so they are ready at any time.

 
Νuts. All kinds as long as they are  uncooked and  unsalted. Nuts are rich in fiber so as to cause the feeling of satiety. They give energy to the body. Rich in protein. Also contains vitamin E.

 
Sheep's yogurt is ideal snack  But after removing the uppers as it has a lot of fat. The shareholding has up to 20 gr of protein. You can accompany with fruit, cereals, honey,nuts. If you do not like this type yoghurt can choose the cow's.

 

Lentils. Are rich in protein, fiber, metals. Also are low in calories and almost no fat. A cup of cooked lentils has about 20gr of protein and 300 calories. The little time of preparation making them ideal for both snacks and for main course. Not a few people dealing with body building have it as snacks in small portions in the fridge.

 

Peanut butter has about 7gr of protein per two tablespoons. The advantage is that there are no saturated fat and this makes it a super healthy snack. Fearlessly consume a slice of whole grain bread with banana pieces. Perfect taste and is one of my favorites!

Mary Pan, Clinical Biologist

MAGIC CREAM FOR DRY SKIN AND CHAPPED LIPS

This magical cream is none other than a simple ointment base in beeswax and olive oil. Is rich in vitamins, minerals, antioxidants, fatty acids. It has exceptional properties for the skin. Is particularly moisturizing, emollient, soothing, healing, antifungal, antibiotic and antiaging. Facilitate healing of burns and cutting. Is ideal for dry skin, rough heels, cracked lips and breastfeeding womens nipples.  

The basic recipe is  

• 1 tablespoon of beeswax  

• 5 tablespoons of olive oil

Rub the wax on grater and melt in a bain-marie. Slowly add the olive oil and mix it. Put it in a sterilized jar until stabilized, after it, is ready for use. There are infinite variations in manufacture. We can add a few drops of our favorite essential oil to improve the smell. We can put less olive oil and add almond oil. Also we can enhance it with a few drops of vitamin E. 

With this cream everyone will want to kiss our lips and touch our hands!!!

Mary Pan, Clinical Biologist

10 FOODS THAT BUILD IMMUNITY

Garlic. Causes bad breath however is extremely beneficial. It should preferably be consumed uncooked.

Chicken soup. The magical nostrums has been shown to help fighting viral infections. 

Spinach. Rich in folic acid, vitamins A, B, C, iron, calcium, potassium. It has antioxidant, anti-aging action and  anticancer activity. 

Broccoli. Detoxifies body and prevents inflammation. Has anticancer activity. Is a great source of vitamin C, calcium, zinc, copper, phosphorus, selenium.

Honey, pollen, royal gelly.  3 magic products that build immunity. They considered as super foods and they give well-being. 

Orange and grapefruit. Both contains vitamin C, however the second predominates because contains less sugar.  Acts against free radicals and reduces the intensity of inflammation. 

Olive oil. It has antioxidant activity. Important food is and olive witch contains 60 times more calcium and 10 times more phosphorus. Olive oil is rich in vitamin E and polyunsaturated fatty acids that helps heart. 

Mountain Tea. It has been shown that tea from Olympus has a beneficial effect against the cold, is antioxidant, diuretic and detoxifying. Unlike the English tea does not have a stimulatory effect and thus can be consumed even evening. Acts protective against Alzheimer.

Yoghurt  maintains the balance of microbial flora of the intestinal mucosa. Prefer genuinely traditional yoghurt containing Lactobacillus.

Fish. We should consume at least 2 times a week fatty fish such as sardines, salmon, herring, mackerel. They have omega 3 witch strengthens the immune and reduces inflammation. It has proven that diet deficient in omega 3 weakens the immune and favors the depression

 

 

Mary Pan, Clinical Biologist

STRONG AND SHINY HAIR

What we need for beautiful, shiny and strong hair? The answer is a balanced diet!

PROTEIN

Meat and seafood. Meat protein has the highest biological value. Also the meat consumption gives us Zn and Cu witch are fighting hair loss. We can get Cu while we eat dark chocolate, beans and nuts.

FOLIC ACID Contributes to cell multiplication.Green leaf vegetables such as spinach, lettuce and beans.Unfortunatelly is sensitive in high temperature (the loss is more or less 50-90%).For than reason we should consume vegetables fresh or light cooked.

VITAMIN E Nuts and olive oil.Vitamin E is the vitamin of youth.Also is antioxidant.That means that prevents the creation of free radicals and this delays the process of hair ageing.In combination with vitamin C the rule of vitamin E increased.Vitamin E can getted from olive oil,nuts,oat,spinach,eggs,fishes,green bean. Selinium is antioxidant too. Sources of selinium are fishes(also full in Ω-3),whole grains,liver,chicken fillet.

VITAMIN C Sources green and red peppers, broccoli, potatoes, oranges, lemons, Brussels sprouts.Vitamin C is important for collagen creation, a protein witch is basic for the tissue of the root of hair. Also is a great antioxidant. Prevents ageing.

VITAMIN A Is crucial for regular circle life of cells. The vitamin A deficiencies can cause dryness and fragile hair. Sources liver, dairy, eggs, butter. β-carotin is also necessary because is pro-vitamin A.Is antioxidant too and is detectable in fruits and vegetables with bright coulor as carrots, spinach, broccoli.

Maria Pan, Clinical biologist