Health benifits of soy sauce

I always use soy sauce when I cook stir fries and other menus for it really gives a different good taste to the food. Soy sauce comes from soybeans. Soybeans are members of the pea (legume) family of vegetables. Eating soybean-based food may reduce the risk of a range of health problems, including coronary heart disease. More research is needed, but the evidence so far suggests that it could be wise to include soy foods in the daily diet. Soybeans also contain hormone-like substances called phytoestrogens that mimic the action of hormone oestrogen. The health benefits of soy for menopausal women could include fewer hot flushes, protection from coronary heart disease and lowered risk of osteoporosis. Soy is a high quality protein. It is one of the only two known plant foods to contain all the essential amino acids, similar to those found in meat (the other plant food is amaranth seed, a wild green). Some soy products can be a source of calcium and iron. The soybean is: High in fibre, High in protein, Low in saturated fat Cholesterol-free, Lactose-free a good source of omega-3 fatty acids, High in phytoestrogens.

Understanding Influenza

In this season many got infected influenza. Just like my 10months old baby who were discharged from the hospital yesterday after being  attacked with this so called Influenza virus. It is better to understand what really influenza is. Influenza is a viral infection that affects the nose, throat, bronchi and occasionally, lungs. The infections last for about a week. Symptoms include high fever, aching muscles, headache, cough, runny nose, and sore throat. Children below 5 years and the elderly (above 65 years) are at a greater risk. People with chronic lung or heart disease, diabetes and pregnant women in their third trimester are also potential victims of flu-related complications. Influenza leads to broncho-constriction, increase in asthma and prolonged decline in lung functions in asthmatic children. It’s also a common cause of hospitalization for such children. Global studies show that if those at high risk are vaccinated against flue before the flu season (October-March) begins, the infection is less likely to be fatal. Vaccines are the most effective medical intervention against flu.?

Cover your head

I always reminding my hubby not to forget wearing his sparx helmets everyday before going to work. It is made to protect the driver’s head during accident. Heads carry the vital parts of human like the brain. It is very dangerous when our brain be affected and cause critical effect and even death. It is not for the police sake but for the safety. Don’t forget to wear your helmet.

Signs of Alcohol dependent

My uncle is really showing the signs of alcohol dependent now. He felt the need to drink everyday to feed his body with alcohol. It is very hard for him to stop drinking since his body got tremble every time and feeling of being unable to stop drinking when he starts one. This bothers my aunt so much, it also very hard for her to cope with this. We are suggesting her to bring him to any alcohol treatment center for rehabilitation to help her husband to get over with this so called Alcohol withdrawal syndrome.

8 months old baby

My eight months old baby is now in the process of learning to walk. I bought her a walker so she can practice walking and to strengthen her extremities. She can now also say a word like, baba, papa, mama, and etc. and follow simple command like when we say where is the lizard? She will look up to find and when she see one, she smile. I always thanked the Lord of our baby. She gave inner joy, happiness and completes us as a couple.

Retiring

My father will be retiring from his work this coming month of May. He will be turning sixty then. My brother has a big chance to fill his position and that is a policy of the company. At last he can now rest from twenty three years of working so hard day and night. He can now better serve and focus his time in the community as councilor. I just wish he will retire from using a cigars too; I’m sure his lungs feel very tired and want to have a break.

Today’s uphill quest

The battle against the bulge can seem like an uphill quest today. With so many weight loss pills on market today, it can be overwhelming. You have to be careful in choosing a diet pill to purchase. Many people are willing to fake people just to earn money. Of course, there is no magic pill that works for everyone because everyone’s weight loss needs are quite different.

First Aid Kit

first aidIn the event of an emergency, your first aid kit should include the following:

* Sterile Bandages /dressings and plasters
* Scissors, tweezers
* Safety pins
* Pain tablets such as Paracetamol
* Disinfectant such as Savlon or Dettol
* Burn gel
* Cotton wool
* cotton balls
* alcohol

Any other items our readers would like to suggest be included in a first aid kit?

Prevent puffy eyes

PED04015Most of us experiences puffy eyes especially when we are tired and can’t sleep well at night. Or even after a late session of partying or just one of those stressful sleepless nights, strengthen your energy and vitality while sitting at your desk. It is great to know that we can prevent it by stimulating our lymphatic system.

To stimulate your lymphatic system do each one of the following ten times:

* Rotate your neck.

* Tilt, and hold your head up.

* Shrug your shoulders.

* Squeeze your hands into fists and do wrist circles.

These all revitalise you and the activities help prevent fluids from “pooling” under your eyes, making them look puffy.