GARLIC
- FRIEND OR FOE?
Well we all know that garlic has its anti-social properties
but its well worth it when you consider the benefits.
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Garlic can be taken to ward off viruses, as its high in antioxidants. These play
a vital role when it comes to protecting our bodies from illnesses, particularly
heart disease and cancer.
• Its full of organo-sulphides which stimulate
the immune system and help to fight cancers.
• With its beneficial
effect on blood-clotting mechanisms, it has long been recognised that garlic can
help reduce the risk of both heart disease and strokes.
• Garlic
can also help lower the risk of specific cancers, such as of the stomach and colon.
• Its rich in allicin, an antibiotic and antiviral but this destroyed
if cooked.
(Kwai Once-A-Day Garlic capsules offer an alternative if you can't
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BEST FRIEND?
Cat
and dog allergies - particularly cats - often trigger asthma attacks as well as
the known itchy eye and skin symptoms. It isn't their hair which cases the trouble
its there dried skin particles which get into the air we breathe. Small pets like
hamsters and bird can cause allergies to so always, keep their cages away from
main living areas. Try to keep dogs and cats confined to non-carpet areas and
definitely out of bedrooms, which abound in soft furnishings. Keep pets bathed
regularly, even cats, although you need to speak to the vet on how not to distress
the animal. If you've done all this and you are still wheezing, you really must
consider finding a new home for your pets. Remember, asthma attacks can be dangerous
and continual exposure to the irritant is harmful.
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WATER,
WATER EVERYWHERE
Drinking 6 to 8 glasses of water a day might seem like a lot, but it becomes
a much easier task over time. Water is the central feature of a detox programme
because it's the transportation system of the body. It helps carry essential nutrients
to the cells of your body, which build up your immune system. It also disposes
of waste products, improves your skin and can also reduce headaches.
If
you can't face tap water, than include a variety of different sized and flavoured
waters in your shopping trolley. Larger bottles can be opened for home use as
they are generally cheaper, but an assortment of smaller sized ones are handy
for taking to work, keeping in the car etc. |
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