HEALTH AND FOODIES

Essential Carrot Oil (c) Health-and-Foodies Carrot seed oil is an  essential oil  extracted from the seed of the  Daucus carota  plant that is used primarily for aromatherapy. It has a warm, earthy aroma and is believed to offer a variety of health benefits, including the reduction of stress and anxiety. When added to a  carrier oil  or cream emulsion, carrot seed oil has antimicrobial, antioxidant, and anti-inflammatory properties that may improve skin health and even prevent aging. The essential carrot oil can be prepared from home in these easy steps below: Get original olive oil Pour it in a jar Rinse,peel,and grate the carrot(tiny carrots) Pour the carrot into the jar and put it inside a pot of boiling water, leave it in for about 30 min. Bring out the jar and leave it to cool overnight. Strain your oil with a cheese cloth pour it in a bottle and keep it in a cool dry place. You can be using it as a cream very good on any skin . Health Benefits The ben...

There’s a common misconception that eating eggs are dangerous. But that’s not true — eggs are, on the contrary, safe and healthy. Eggs are a good source of protein and contain vitamins A, D and E, B12, riboflavin, and folate, as well as minerals such as iodine, iron, calcium, zinc, and selenium. And most people can eat several eggs a day without their cholesterol levels being adversely affected. Here’s what happens to the body if you eat two eggs every day! Improves memory Egg yolks contain the amino acid choline, which affects the nerve signals that help us to remember the little things — where we placed our car keys or cell phone, for example. Studies  show that adding choline to your diet improves memory and responsiveness. Sharpens Vision Research shows that eggs are rich in lutein. This vitamin keeps your vision sharp and clear. Lutein is found naturally in the eye. It protects the retina from sun damage and reduces the risk of cataracts. Strengthens bones and teeth Eggs ...

  Have you heard about functional foods? Read on to learn what they are and whether or not they offer any health benefits. According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), there is no official definition for functional foods. The Academy of Nutrition and Dietetics defines functional foods as “whole foods along with fortified, enriched or enhanced foods that have a potentially beneficial effect on health when consumed as part of a varied diet on regular basis at effective levels based on significant standards of evidence.” In essence, functional foods may provide some health benefits and can be a source of micronutrients and macronutrients. They may also help in disease prevention and include fortified foods, phytonutrient-containing fruits and vegetables, fermented foods, fish and chocolate. Fortified foods are considered functional, as they have vitamins and minerals added to them in order to prevent diseases. Vitamin D is added to milk, as it helps with calcium abso...