If you use cooking wines, you might be interested in this tidbit. You can preserve the flavor of the wine after it has been opened by adding 1 teaspoon of vegetable oil to the bottle before refrigerating. The oil will create a protective barrier on top of the wine, warding off any oxidation and helping preserve the wine's flavor.
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I love grapefruit, even though I can't enjoy them like I used to, as they counteract one of my medications.
There are several posts on this blog about grapefruit, if you are interested in knowing more. We know they contain 100% of our daily need of vitamin C which boosts our immune systems and helps fight off those nasty colds. But how about this? Did you know grapefruit can help sharpen focus because it is rich in beta-carotene, which promotes eye health and protects against inflammation?
Gut problems? Did you know grapefruit is a good source of fiber which helps you feel full longer? It also stimulates healthy gut bacteria.
Is it time for you to enjoy some grapefruit?
Did you know that just a half cup of strawberries provides 40% of the daily requirement of vitamin C? Vitamin C helps our bodies in many ways a few of which are: boosting the immune system, helps to maintain strong bones, strong teeth and cartilage. What a tasty way to provide your body with an essential need. Now that is good medicine!
Alcohol, even in small amounts, destroys brain cells. While a healthy person can withstand this brain cell loss while drinking moderately, an Alzheimer's - or any patient with dementia - patients must not drink alcohol even in small amounts. Not only will drinking alcohol cause a more rapid progression of the disease, but it can also interact with the antidepressants and other medications the patient is probably taking. Do yourself and your relatives or friends who suffer from dementia and/or Alzheimer's a favor by keeping them away from all alcohol.
Studies at Kansas State University showed that a carcinogen in cigarette smoke depletes Vitamin A, which may lead to emphysema and lung inflammation. Not only is cantaloupe a rich source of vitamin A which can help make up for this deficiency for anyone exposed to second-hand smoke, it is also an anti-inflammatory. The American Cancer Society also suggests eating melons to protect against colorectal cancer and other cancers. The best part? Cantaloupe tastes great.
There are several reasons for eating whole foods rather than processed. Many of those reasons are discussed on this blog. Another reason, this one not mentioned previously, to eat whole foods versus processed foods is that you burn 50% more energy digesting the whole foods.
People with eczema are usually told to wear clothing made of cotton or silk for less irritation to the skin. However. research in the journal Dermatology has found clothes made of merino wool actually improves eczema symptoms. Merino wool's soft breathable fibers reduce irritation and wick away moisture to ease the itching and inflammation caused by eczema flare-ups.
According to NYC dermatologist Joshua Zeichner, M.D., try a lip ointment with lanolin. He says, "It forms a breathable seal that limits environmental aggressors, softens rough skin and hydrated lips. Think of lip balm as a seal between your lips and the outside world, apply it before leaving the house to protect them from harsh winter elements like wind and cold temperatures."
Well now, who would have thunk it? 😏 The next time you get a splinter under your skin, get out the vegetable oil. Soak the area of the splinter in vegetable oil for around 5 minutes. This will soften the skin allowing a quick and painless splinter extraction.
