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They approach the rich summer where the heat is calling us to get us clothes and dive into the water. That’s what we always tend to do a strict diet to look good in a bikini or swimsuit. This diet is often accompanied by a strong will to avoid consuming especially those rich desserts or sugary products that we like.

But the truth is that this restriction does not have to be so strict, since sugar is necessary for our operation, just that there are some guys who are healthier and less caloric than others. A true example is honey.

While honey does not make a lot of nutrients, beyond the simple carbohydrates, it is considered a healthy sweetener option refined white sugar.

Another advantage of the honey over sugar is that it provides fewer calories per 100 grams of its caloric value is 288, while sugar contains 394 calories for the same amount.

This healthy products can be combined with your favorite sherbet, fresh fruit for summers and even better, mix it with natural yoghurt and cereals that you like. An excellent choice to take care this summer.

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The immune system is the main barrier which has the body to defend against external infections. However, this complex process of mucosal antibodies and white blood cells, can be weakened by the lack of rest, inactivity, stress and poor nutrition.

It is therefore essential that the diet includes all the nutrients needed to enjoy a healthy life. These include zinc, something apparently unknown to about a quarter of the world’s population, which is lacking in this mineral.

While zinc is found in a wide variety of foods, according to Dr. Daniel De Girolami, nutritionist and member of the Nutrition Division of the Hospital de Clinicas Jose de San Martin in Argentina, “their highest concentrations occur in those of animal origin: beef, pork, of birds, fish and shellfish. ”

According to the specialist, zinc is also, though to a lesser extent, in eggs and dairy. “In addition, the zinc content is relatively high in nuts, seeds, legumes and unrefined cereals and low in tubers, refined cereals, fruits and vegetables,” Girolami said.

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The direct consequence of the lack of this vitamin in our bodies is the appearance of the disease called scurvy, now virtually disappeared in developed countries, thanks to the discovery of ascorbic acid found in acidic fruits such as lemon, orange and kiwi .

If we consume foods bearing ascorbic acid enhances the absorption of iron in blood, for example if during a meal of orange juice, we multiply by three the absorption of iron.

But we must be careful because in the same way that is favorable when there is a lack of this mineral in the body, there may be a surcharge if we take too much vitamin C. It appears that the amount accepted as beneficial would be 10 mg per day. There are some groups called “at risk” for having these in greater need for this vitamin and are:

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Whole grains, even those who amass to create bread, are good to eliminate problems such as constipation, thanks to large amounts of fiber.

A good diet begins with a balanced breakfast and to provide energy to work all day.

Cereals are a veritable mine of energy when it comes to maintaining a healthy diet, their energy intakes are of great value, besides which when integrated give the body a unique portion of the fibers, thereby affecting the general welfare of a thousand ways.

But we must distinguish, for now the vast majority of refined grains, ie, they have been removed for better presentation and bad habits-the bran and germ layers, they subtract 80% of nutrients plus lots of flavor.

Facts and the reality of pregnancy

Facts and the reality of pregnancy- Some questions about the pregnancy of the most important in the minds of the average woman is given below. Read the answers to find out the facts and the reality of pregnancy.

Pregnancy is always painful: Yes, the pain inherent in childbirth. However, as far as intensity is concerned, is relative. This can be more painful for some people and less for others. There are certain factors that determine such labor pain, health and in a woman’s capacity to fight the pain.

Healthy pregnancy women who gave birth to a healthy baby: Though in many cases this is a fact, sometimes a healthy mother may not be able to deliver a healthy baby, too, as if he was premature because a sudden high blood pressure. Read the rest of this entry »

For most women pregnancy is a time of great joy, excitement and anticipation. Pregnancy is a period of physical and emotional changes, when many changes occur naturally in the body. If you are a smoker, then use the pregnancy, or when to expect  Pregnancy quit and remain abstinent after the birth. Maternal smoking during pregnancy with an increased risk of non-syndrome infant’s columns connected. Smoking during pregnancy is a bad choice.

The key to planning a healthy pregnancy in the first place. A balanced diet can help healthy pregnancy and healthy babies – healthy mothers, healthy pregnancies. If you try to stay healthy as possible during this pregnancy will be the best chance to give a healthy baby talk. Read the rest of this entry »

We recommend taking 2 liters of water a day, to prevent dehydration and other negative consequences associated with their low intake.

Indicators of dehydration.

Thirst is not the only signal that we should drink water. There are other signs:
• The saliva becomes thicker
• Urine has deeper color
• Constipation
• smoothness of the skin
• Dark circles are blacker than usual.

30 reasons to drink water

1 “We are water.
57% of our water comprising organismoestá

2 ‘carries nutrients
Princiapal Water is the blood component that carries all nutrient esesential by the body.

3 ‘purifies the body
Helps eliminate toxins and impurities through the excretory

4 ‘regulates our temperature
Stabilizes body temperature around 37 ºc

5 ‘Helps maintain healthy organs
Healthy appearance and physical and intellectual performance hidration.

6 ‘prevents many diseases
Dehydration can cause headaches, colitis, arthritis, overweight, constipation etc.

7 ‘dissolves the food we eat
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