This is a devastating disease for families to watch their loved one experience. It is normal for our aged love ones to become forgetful as they get up in age. How can we tell the difference between a harmless “senior moment” from a more serious condition like Alzheimer’s disease?  Studies show that one in eight people 65 years and older have this devastating form of dementia. In its first stages, Alzheimer’s may not be obvious to friends and family. But there are some early warning signs to watch for. Your loved one may forget conversations you just had. He or she may repeat questions that were already answered. He or she may greet you over and over like he/she just seen you, even forgetting a pot on the fire until someone discovered smoke.  Talking from experience..As a Nurse I have cared for patients with this disease and gone through it with friends/family who has family members with Alzheimer’s. This is close to home too. I am hoping that someday there will be a cure for this awful disease that robs you of your memory, destroy the brain. But we serve a Mighty God ”Bless the LORD, O my soul, And forget not all His benefits: Who forgives all your iniquities, Who heals all your diseases”.  (Psalm 103:2-3) We live in a sinful world and thus we face calamities and afflictions.There are Alzheimer’s support group to help care givers and family members cope with such illness. Read more at  WebMd  about Alzheimer’s here. “Dementia” is broad term used to describe a set of symptoms, including impairment in memory, reasoning, judgment, language and other thinking skills. Dementia begins gradually in most cases, worsens over time and significantly impairs a person’s abilities in work, social interactions and relationships. Read more here at Alzheimer’s Disease Mayo Clinic If you’re experiencing memory problems, talk to your doctor to get a timely diagnosis and appropriate care. Sources: WebMd,  Mayo Clinic MORE  information here Alzheimer’s Foundation of...

Cancer-Fighting Breakfast Folate is an important B vitamin that may help protect against cancers of the colon, rectum, and breast. You can find it in abundance on the breakfast table. Fortified breakfast cereals and whole wheat products are good sources of folate.  Folate  is also found in orange juice, melons, and strawberries. Folate-Rich Foods Other good sources of folate are asparagus and eggs. You can also find it in chicken liver, beans, sunflower seeds,peanuts and green leafy vegetables like spinach or romaine lettuce, broccoli, okra, fruits; bananas, melons, lemons, legumes, yeast, mushrooms, organ meat (beef liver, kidney), orange juice, and tomato juice. According to the American Cancer Society, the best way to get folate is not from a pill, but by eating enough fruits, vegetables, and enriched grain products. Folate, and B vitamin is found naturally in leafy green vegetables go natural. (less meat or none at all) Folic acid is the synthetic form of this vitamin. Folic acid is well-tolerated in amounts found in fortified foods and supplements. Sources include cereals, baked goods, The Second Expert Report also noted probable evidence that foods containing folate decrease risk of pancreatic cancer and that foods containing dietary fiber probably reduce one’s chances of developing colorectal cancer.- American Institute for Cancer Research. Source: Mayo clinic,  American Cancer Society, Foods that Heal....

Fruits, grains, legumes as well as vegetables are particularly rich in antioxidants and accompanying substances know as phytochemical elements, that act as true natural pharmaceuticals. Fruits and vegetables also provide an excellent source of vitamins, minerals and fiber. and are low in calories. Foods can prevent and cure diseases, but they can also cause them. Therefore, the best diet is not one that includes ‘ a little of everything” but one that avoids the harmful and makes moderate use of the beneficial ones.           Source:  -Foods that  Heal, Natural Remedies...

Vitamin C is a water-soluble vitamin that is necessary for normal growth and development and is needed for the growth and repair of tissues in all parts of your body. It is used to: Form an important protein used to make skin, tendons, ligaments, and blood vessels Heal wounds and form scar tissue Repair and maintain cartilage, bones, and teeth The body is not able to make vitamin C on its own, and it does not store vitamin C. It is very e important that we include plenty of vitamin C- rich foods in our daily diet. For many years, vitamin C has been a popular remedy for the common cold. All fruits and vegetables contain some amount of vitamin C. Foods that are the highest sources of vitamin C include: Cantaloupe Citrus fruits and juices, such as orange and grapefruit Kiwi fruit Mango Papaya Pineapple Strawberries, raspberries, blueberries, cranberries Watermelon Vegetables that are the highest sources of vitamin C include: Broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cauliflower Green and red peppers Spinach, cabbage, turnip greens, and other leafy greens Sweet and white potatoes Tomatoes and tomato juice Winter squash References Medline Plus,  Natural Remedies Encyclopedias;. Foods that...

Watermelon is rich in Vitamins A, B6, and Vit.C . Vitamin A is good for the health of the  eyes. It helps to prevent night blindness and boost the immune system. It  enhances the infection-fighting actions of white blood cells called lymphocytes. Vitamin B6 produce antibodies to help fight diseases and maintain normal nerve function and form red blood cells in the body. The body uses it to break down proteins. Therefore the more protein you eat, the more Vitamin B6 you will need. Vitamin C bolsters the immune system defense against infections and viruses.It also protect the body from free radicals that can accelerate the aging process and condition such as cataracts. Watermelon, the fruit that is really a vegetable. Watermelon can be traced back to Africa and is part of the cucumber and squash family. Watermelon contains high concentrations of  lycopene, an antioxidant that may help reduce the risks of cancer and other diseases. The more fruits and vegetables you eat, the lower the risk of  heart disease. Source: Centers For Disease Control And Prevention-5 A Day Natural Remedies Encyclopedia National Water-melon...

What is Cholesterol: a waxy substance similar to fat that is made in the  liver. It is needed by the body to create hormones, Vitamin D and bile acids. An excess of the wrong type of cholesterol (LDL) can increase your risk for stroke, heart disease, heart attacks and plaque formation in the arteries. There are two type of cholesterol~ LDL (low density “bad” lipoproteins) and  HDL (high density “good” lipoproteins) HDL is considered the “good cholesterol”, It removes excess LDL from the bloodstream, and protect against heart disease. High levels reflect a healthy metabolic system. LDL is considered the “bad cholesterol”, It adheres to the arterial walls, creating obstructions or narrowing which increases the risk of cardiovascular problems. Studies show that there is a link between high levels ( LDL) and arterial atherosclerosis – (plaque building on the arterial walls causing narrowing or obstruction in the heart).  see Heart Diseases Cholesterol is also found in the blood circulation of humans. Cholesterol in the blood originates from dietary intake and liver production. Dietary cholesterol comes primarily from animal sources including meat, poultry, fish, and dairy products. Organ meats such as liver, are especially high in cholesterol content. For more information check out these links vitals and AHA Cholesterol Natural Remedies are the best:- Here are some Heart Healthy Foods  that can save your heart: Source: WebMD,Vitals, The National Institute of Health, the American Heart Association; Medical Encyclopedia For informational purposes and awareness not medical advice....