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The pomegranate

    The pomegranate is a fruit-bearing deciduous shrub in the family Lythraceae, subfamily Punicoideae, that grows between 5 and 10 m tall.   Pomegranates are rich in antioxidants and flavonoids, both of which are known to prevent free radicals from damaging your cells. In some studies, pomegranates show potential to be effective in preventing prostate, breast, lung, and colon cancers.   Pomegranates contain 14g of sugar per 100g, but don't let that put you off too much. 100g of pomegranates also contains 7g of fibre, 3g of protein, and 30 per cent of the recommended daily amount of vitamin C. Just don't eat too much.   Pomegranate seeds and juice are both sweet and tart in flavor. Like citrus fruit, pomegranates taste very refreshing and can be bold in flavor. Regular consumption of pomegranate helps in improving gut health, digestion, and keep bowel diseases at bay. Pomegranate   are rich in antioxidants, polyphenols and conjugated linolenic ...

THYROID GLAND

  The thyroid is a dual lobed gland located at the front of the neck, just beneath the larynx (voice box). One lobe of the thyroid is located on each side of the trachea (windpipe). The two lobes of the thyroid gland are connected by a narrow strip of tissue known as the isthmus. As a component of the endocrine system, the thyroid secretes hormones that control important functions including metabolism, growth, heart rate, and body temperature. Found within thyroid tissue are structures known as parathyroid glands. These tiny glands secrete parathyroid hormone, which regulates calcium levels in the blood. Thyroid Structure The thyroid is highly vascular, meaning that it has a wealth of blood vessels.javascript:void(0); It is composed of follicles that absorb iodine, which is needed to produce thyroid hormones. These follicles store iodine and other substances necessary for hormone production. Surrounding the follicles are folliclar cells. These cells prod...

APPPLE THE BEST FRUIT

  "AN  APPLE   A  DAY   KEEPS  DOCTOR  AWAY"  The apple tree (Malus pumila, commonly and erroneously called Malus domestica) is a deciduous tree in the rose family best known for its sweet, pomaceous fruit, the apple. It is cultivated worldwide as a fruit tree, and is the most widely grown species in the genus Malus. The tree originated in Central Asia, where its wild ancestor, Malus sieversii, is still found today. Apples have been grown for thousands of years in Asia and Europe, and were brought to North America by European colonists. Apples have religious and mythological significance in many cultures, including Norse, Greek and European Christian traditions. Apples are one of the most commonly consumed fruit types, likely due to their convenience, flavor, variety, and availability. There are thousands of known apple varieties in the world, however, in the United States about twenty or so are commercially ...

WONDER -ROSEMARY

  A    locally   grown   Rosemary, around  Acciaroli  in  Italy  ,is  a  daily   part  of  the  diet  of  pe ople    of  Acciaroli.Residents  raise  and consume   their  own  rabbits .Anchovies   too  feature  prominently  on  dinner  plates. Rosemary,olive oil  and  fresh  vegetables  -explains  why  so  many  people here  both  men  and  women , live past  90? Researchers  who  just  concluded  a  preliminary   study   of  Acciaroli's   nonagenarians  and  centenarians    believe  they  could  be  a  part  of  the   equation. "They  use  rosemary   on  everything they  cook,"said  one  of  the...

NOW PLACE YOUR ADS IN SPACE

  Researchers   in  Belgium   have  joined  hands   with   European  Space  Agency (ESA)  to  launch   the  first  ever  billboard   to   space   in  2016. The  billboard  being  developed  at  KU   Leuven   University  in  Belgium   will  include  personal  messages    and  ads  from    well-known  companies    such  as  Microsoft .The  billboard  will  be   outside  of   a  Cube  sat -  a  small  satellite  that's  a  cheaper  and  faster  alternative  to  traditional   satellites .The  Cube sat  will  be about  the size  of   a  milk  carton .The  billboard    will  be  around  8*8cm...

BE GRATEFUL ,BE HAPPY

    Being   grateful     can  help   you  to  keep  your  heart  healthy ,yes   this  is   true.According  to  a  new    research  ,published   by   the  American  Psychological   Association ,being  grateful    is  associated  with  better  mood,higher quality  sleep   and  less   inflammation  in  patients  with  asymptomatic  heart  failure . Recognizing    and   giving  thanks  for  the  positive   aspects   of  life  can  result  in   improved  mental   and  physical   health  in  patients   with  asymptomatic   heart  failure . "We  found  that  more  ...

AT HOME BEAUTY REMEDIES

      At  home   beauty   remedies  can  be  found  in  your  kitchen  cupboard    and you  can  whip  up   some  amazing    beauty  remedies  that  are  good  enough   even  to  eat.So  here   are   some   delicious   skin    treating   remedies .- Strawberry    and  honey   antibacterial   face mask- Honey  has  a  great  anti bacterial   properties   and  can  be  used to  reduce   acne   while  strawberries   absorb  oil  and   soothe  blemishes . Making-  Cut  some  strawberries    in  half   and  crush   with  spoon   and  then  add...