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The salmonella outbreak that apparently began in May, seems to continue, warned the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) of USA. The outbreak began several weeks before the July introduction of new federal safety rules aimed at reducing the risk of salmonella in eggs, reported The New York Times.

In a press conference Thursday afternoon, federal health officials said they had received nearly 2,000 reports of salmonella poisoning between May and July. But officials could not specify how many of these cases were related to the removal of eggs.

However, you can expect more cases of salmonella poisoning due to infected eggs, said Dr. Christopher R. Braden, acting director of the Division of Foodborne Diseases, Water and Environment of the CDC.

Figures updated

According to state health authorities, eggs contaminated with salmonella have sickened at least 266 people in California, 28 in Colorado and seven in Minnesota. Have also reported suspected cases in Arizona, Illinois, Nevada, North Carolina, Texas and Wisconsin, reported Associated Press.

The recall includes whole eggs packed between May 16 and 13 August. They come in boxes containing six to 18 eggs which are marked with the numbers of plant P-1026, P-1413 and P-1946. It should return the eggs, and receive a refund.

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This drink is supposed to be a healthy alternative for those who prefer to avoid drinks, but new research warns that too much iced tea can cause the formation of gallstones or kidney stones.

But what has that delicious and refreshing drink that damages our health? It turns out that the tea has high concentrations of oxalate, a chemical that contributes to the formation of kidney stones. And while the hot tea also has the same substance, it is rare that drink large amounts of it.

Did you know?
The kidney stones affect the urinary tract of about 10% of the U.S. population.

Crystals / stones / rocks are formed from mineral and salt and often can leave the body along with urine painlessly. But sometimes, these stones can grow too much and stay in the small tubes that drain urine from the kidneys to the bladder.

Men are four times more likely to develop these painful stones than women, and the risk increases in those who are over 40 years.

Also, women who are past menopause who have low estrogen levels or whose ovaries have been removed are likely to develop kidney stones.

A common cause of kidney stones is dehydration and lack of fluids. In combination with a high consumption of iced tea, increases the risk of disorder.

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Tamarind is a healthy fruit known under the name indicates Tamaridus Scientific, which is native to warm areas of the planet. In ancient times, the Arabs used it for medicinal purposes. To achieve such benefits is not only necessary to consume the whole fruit, it is also possible to purchase all its virtues through the tamarind water, whose recipe you find this note.

Tamarind is a tropical fruit, consumed throughout Central America, Caribbean area, Africa and Asia. It was part of the diet of the Arabs, who used not only for food but also for medicinal purposes.

How does the tamarind?

* Mild laxative, cleansing the body.
* Diuretic.
* Reducer cholesterol and glucose.
* Diseases such as dysentery, gallstones.
* Protector of atherosclerosis.
* Hypotensive.

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Pineapple is a tropical fruit native to America. This addition to being very tasty and refreshing is considered a medicinal plant, which has properties and provides benefits to improve health.

Pineapple also known under the scientific name Ananas comosus, is a fruit of the bromeliad family of American origin.

The medicinal parts are the fruit and pineapple stem, from which you can get all their health benefits.

Characteristics of the fruit of the pineapple

* It consists of a rough skin yellow-orange. When this is ripe is more fibrous, very juicy with particular taste between sweet and acid. It is also very aromatic.

Medicinal properties of pineapple

* Increases digestion because of an enzyme called bromelain. It is digestive, increasing the metabolism of different nutrients.
* Improves protein digestion.
* It is a diuretic, because bromelain, which stimulates the kidneys to remove excess water and waste.
* Help to lose weight, it is considered a negative calorie food. This is because the body uses more calories to metabolize than the calories it provides.
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Minerals are chemical elements essential for the body to function properly and stay healthy. There are about 20 minerals essential to retain all the functions of tissues. These are obtained through food, for here lies the importance of knowing what foods are rich in minerals.

The minerals play vital roles in the body, such as help in the formation of bones, part of the blood, regulate hormone function, make transport between the medium and the cells maintain an electrolyte balance, among others.

Both minerals and vitamins are essential nutrients that can only be obtained through food. It is therefore very important to know what food sources of minerals.

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Many of these are good ideas but some are actually misleading and can be quite difficult to discover what is the best way to carry out a healthy. healthy lifestyle-some tips that can help you be healthy.

Eat healthy

It is important to eat healthy foods if you want to be healthy. The Food and Drug Administration (FDA, its acronym in English) presented a table of recommended foods that should be respected. Your daily diet should include a limited consumption of fats, plus two servings of proteins, three carbohydrates, three or four of milk, and between five and seven of fruits and vegetables.

Many people have trouble remembering all this and end up eating the wrong things. Then, suffer from health problems, gain weight and lack of energy. So, you need to commit to eating only healthy foods to be healthy and get the results you want with respect to how you feel and how you look. Read the rest of this entry »

Some people get confused thinking that the whole grain is only a good source of fiber. However, in addition to using fiber, eating whole grains you get more benefits than if you ate only fiber.

What makes grain cereal a complete package of health benefits is the combination of all components working together, rather than the fiber itself.

Different studies claim that the components of whole grain, beyond dietary fiber can help to take care of the weight, as explained by Mary Carmen Mondragón, “is scientifically proven that people who include at least three servings of the grain, maintain weight healthy throughout the years. So we must seek to meet all the above and we can do when choosing a brand that combines whole grains to consume it at breakfast, and two more servings for lunch or dinner, either with whole wheat bread , corn tortillas or brown rice.

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You have trouble cooking the artichokes, and you never bite into an apple? Yet this is not complicated at all to return to a healthier diet, adding some fruits and vegetables to your diet. Here are some tips for introducing a bit of freshness in your menus gently!

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In fruits and vegetables, the most common colors are red, white, yellow / orange, blue or purple and green. Researchers tell us that these colors contained in fruits and vegetables are sources of vitamins, essential minerals, dietary fiber and phytochemicals or phytonutrients that your body needs to promote health, and people feel good. But have you ever asked: How do fruits and vegetables their colors and health?, What are the colors of health, What fruits and vegetables are included in each color? And what could you eat fruits and vegetables to complete your healthy rainbow?

1. Red
The red color is very common in nature and full of optimism and vitality of our food. If we think for a moment about the different colors that fruits and vegetables may have, if you look you can get to make a rainbow with them.

Like all warm colors, red is very common among our kitchen, is often preferred by people. This is because the power of this color excites the taste and appetite. The usually red foods are those that bring more energy.

2. What are red foods?
We will find the color red:

- Vegetables such as bell peppers, radishes and tomatoes.
- Fruits such as cherries, watermelon, red apple, strawberry, pomegranate, raspberry.
- Other red foods. In our markets and our table we find this color among other foods in:

• The rich salmon omega-3 fatty acids, which reduce levels of triglycerides in the blood, protecting against cardiovascular disease.
• Beef (sections lean) and pork are both excellent sources of protein and iron.
• We can not ignore red wine, which contains flavonoids, which act to protect our circulatory system, thus preventing blood clots that are causing cardiovascular accidents. It was also found that wine has resveratrol, which protects us from cancer.

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Adequate food and proper food choices in everyday play an important role in the prevention of influenza A and any seasonal flu. Moreover, in case of contracting, helps to improve their symptoms and recover quickly.

A good diet can help prevent flu-like feeling. What is a good diet? You should consider the needs of the body, protein and caloric needs should strengthen some minerals commonly found away from what we consume daily. This power must be sufficiently harmonious and appropriate to the time course of the member of the family and provide all the nutrients for our immune system is protected against the threat of the virus.

We can find certain foods that help strengthen the immune system. They are those that contain vitamins and minerals, calcium-in all forms of consumption milk, yoghurt, desserts, seeds) daily intake should exceed 800 mg, and vitamin B complex and folic acid.

Has also been shown that foods such as garlic and onions contain allicin, an efficient antiviral, antibacterial and antioxidant that stimulates the immune system.

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