FOODS THAT HEAL

  A banana is a tropical fruit characterized by its elongated shape and yellow skin when ripe. It typically grows in clusters on large herbaceous plants belonging to the genus Musa . There are many types of banana: Cavendish: This is the most common type of banana found in supermarkets worldwide. It's known for its yellow color when ripe, mild flavor, and slightly sweet taste. Lady Finger  (also known as Sugar Bananas or Baby Bananas): These area petite variety which is smaller and sweeter than the Cavendish variety. They have a delicate flavor and creamy texture. Plantains: Unlike dessert bananas, plantains are starchy and are typically cooked before eating. They are often used in savory dishes or fried as a side dish. Red Bananas: These bananas have a reddish-purple skin when ripe and are sweeter and creamier than the Cavendish variety. Burro Bananas: These bananas have a blocky shape and a tangy flavor with hints of lemon. Manzano Bananas  (Apple Bananas): They are sho...

  We often hear the advise that we should drink more water for us to have better health. Indeed there was a time that I tried to adhere to this advise and took several glasses of water throughout the day. The advantage we had at our workplace was that there was a water dispenser that had been put out for us in the hallway for customers and staff alike so it was easily accessible. During that month, I felt on top of the world as I drank eight glasses of water or more.   I had a lot of energy, was alert with few aches and pains in my body and my performance at work improved greatly. The only downside is that I made several trips to the bathroom. I stopped the habit of drinking water and went back to feeling sluggish with no energy.   In this article, we shall attempt to find out : The dangers of dehydration and The Benefits of drinking water The strategies we can employ to have more water.   According to Mitchell et al (1945), the brain and heart ar...

  Eating food in the correct way can help in promoting overall health and well being. One of the correct ways of eating food includes eating fiber which is a key component of good food which is vital to health. Fiber is so crucial to the human body that its absence may lead to digestive disorders like constipation, as well as potentially increasing the risk  of certain chronic diseases like heart disease and diabetes. In this article, we delve into the science behind fiber and explore why incorporating ample fiber into your daily diet is essential for optimal health.   Understanding Fiber: F ibe r is a component of plant based foods and is also known as roughage or bulk .   This component is neither digested nor does it pass through the blood stream.   Since it is not absorbed into the body like proteins, carbohydrates or fats   it will end up reaching the large intestine mostly unchanged and will form part of the feces. T ypes of Fiber: Ther...

The eye is a very important organ of the body and is in constant motion to carry out simultaneous functions necessary for vision. Maintaining good vision and eye health is important for overall well-being and this well being can be greatly influenced by c ertain foods that  we consume which provide essential nutrients and antioxidants  necessary for better eye health . Being deficient in the necessary nutrients and antioxidants is dangerous because it can lead to many adverse conditions in the body including deterioration of the retina and loss of visual acuity.   Antioxidants are found in fruits, vegetables, oil bearing nuts and seeds. Carotenoids are efficient antioxidants not only protecting plants against oxidative damage, but are also part of the antioxidant defence system in animals and humans. The carotenoids called  zeaxanthin and lutein for example have been proven to be   best in preventing macular degeneration .  Carotenoids are vegetab...