It’s difficult to find someone who does not enjoy drinking fresh fruit juices in summer. Quite low in calories and extremely rich in all kinds of useful natural nutrients, fruit juices can not only refresh us and quench our thirst. They can boost our energy, improve our immune system and help in overcoming hot weather. In addition to that, they are tasty and healthy options to support our breakfasts, lunches and dinners.

So, why don’t we choose to beat the heat by drinking freshly squeezed juices every day? Note that we are talking here not about commercially produced bottled or packed juices (which are actually not less harmful and unhealthy than Sprite and Fanta), but about homemade fresh fruit juices. Check out the list of health benefits of fresh fruit juices.

• Orange  juice is packed with antioxidants and vitamin C which play a role in boosting the immune system. Drinking orange juice is linked to balanced metabolism, excellent blood pressure and lower bad cholesterol levels. However, do not forget to rinse your mouth with water after drinking orange juice as it is very acidic and can weaken your tooth enamel.
• Grape juice is very refreshing but a little high in calories. It helps to support great arterial health and lower the risks of many cardio-vascular diseases. Grape juice is rich in iron, that is why it is recommended to every woman. This juice can effectively provide us with energy, slow down aging processes and prevent Alzheimer’s diseases. However, beware of possible side effects of drinking this juice to those people who suffer from type 2 diabetes and other disorders.
• Pineapple juice is known for its effects to aid weight loss (due to a high content of bromelain which is a natural fat burner) and lower the risks of various heart problems. It has very powerful anti-inflammatory properties, can relieve sore throat, bronchitis and other related ailments. It is considered to be one of the best fruit juices for body cleansing. Rich in vitamin C, pineapple juice also has a property to stimulate our immune system, as well as promote wound healing and dental health. A high content of manganese makes this juice be good for joints and bones.
• Peach juice is rich in a vast variety of vitamins, including C, E, A and B group. It is a great source of iron, that is an excellent help to those who suffer from anemia. Peach juice can be used to lower blood pressure, calm down small digestive ailments, support normal function of liver and kidneys
• Mango juice is a source of carotenes, magnesium, potassium, selenium, phosphorus, copper, vitamins B, C and E. It can aid digestion, soothe stomach and prevent kidney stone formation. A high content of iron helps to improve cardio-vascular system function, avoid cramps, lower bad effects of stresses and nervous tension, and so on. In addition, mango juice has very strong anti-cancer and anti-inflammatory powers.

Everyone of us heard about ginseng root and its miraculous effects as a powerful natural aphrodisiac and tonic. Ginseng is a nutritious herb, which grows in many countries of the world and has a variety of types. There is Siberian Ginseng (Eleutherococcus Senticosus), Asian Ginseng (Panax Ginseng),  Jiaogulan or Southern Ginseng (Gynostemma Pentaphyllum), Japanese Ginseng (Panax Japonicum), Indian Ginseng (Withania Somnifera), Brazilian Ginseng (Pfaffia Paniculata), Peruvian Ginseng (Epidium Meyenii), American ginseng, etc.

This herbal remedy is most commonly used in the form of ginseng tea, ginseng tincture, ginseng extracts or capsules.  Health benefits of ginseng embrace analgesic, tonic, stimulant, anti-inflammatory, adaptogen and other properties of this herbal remedy. For centuries ginseng has been used to treat a series of ailments and diseases, including infertility, impotence, cancer, chronic fatigue syndrome, heart problems, Lyme disease and others. Health benefits of ginseng include the following:

• Improving endurance and restoring energy.
• Reducing physical and mental stresses, anxiety and nervous tension.
• Improving abilities to focus and memory.
• Acting as an effective sleep aid.
• Assisting in relieving chronic fatigue syndrome
• Stimulating appetite and improving digestion
• Bringing relieve for stomach ulcers
• Helping to lower bad cholesterol levels in blood
• Relieving the symptoms of asthma and other respiratory problems
• Relieving swellings and arthritis aches
• Reducing risks of cancer
• Stimulating the function of the immune system
• Lowering blood sugar levels and aiding people with type 2 diabetes
• Lowering the risks of coronary heart disease
• Lowering the risks of Alzheimer’s disease
• Lowering blood pressure in improving blood circulation
• Relieving menopausal symptoms
• Improving sexual function as an excellent natural aphrodisiac.

To enjoy these numerous health benefits of ginseng, you can buy a dried out ginseng root (whole or sliced), a ginseng supplement or any type of ginger tea in herbal store. This natural remedy is considered to be quite safe, but pregnant and breastfeeding women are recommended to avoid using it. Consume ginseng tea on a regular basis, and you’ll feel stronger, more energetic, more focused and healthy!

It turns out that tart cherries are not only a refreshing and very delicious summer food. This wonderful useful berries are available throughout the world year round, fresh or dried, and health benefits of cherry juice include a vast variety of therapeutic properties, starting from blood enrichment and ending with slowing down body fat formation. But nowadays, the whole scientific world is talking about one more interesting power of cherry juice: it seems like it holds the key for a good night sleep.

It was known before that tart cherries contain melatonin, a powerful hormone of sleep. Based on this fact, an extensive group of the specialists from University of Rochester, VA Center of Canandaigua and University of Pennsylvania carried out a series of very simple experiments. Two participant groups were formed, and all the members of the group one were offered to drink a glass of fresh unsweetened cherry juice twice a day, in the morning and in the evening before going to bed. The trial lasted for two weeks.

The results turned out to be very promising. Every participant who was using tart cherry juice reported about certain improvements in sleep quality, as well as prolonging usual sleep cycle for about 17 minutes in average.  One of the team leaders, Dr Wilfred Pigeon of University of Rochester, comments on the results as the following: “This trial suggests CherryPharm, a natural juice, improves sleep in individuals with insomnia. Given the side-effects of some medications, it is encouraging to have a natural alternative.”

Insomnia is a very serious problem of our times, and according to the statistics, every one of four people suffers from insomnia regularly. At that every one of five people regularly sleeps less than 5 hours a day. That is why a great number of people are looking for powerful natural solution and sleep aids. The results of this study which were published recently in the Journal of Medicinal Food, give us a good hope for receiving a good effective sleep promoting medication shortly, based on the discovered wonderful properties of cherry juice.

Marjoram (Satureja hortensis) is a perennial medicinal herb which is native to the Mediterranean region and grows in great amounts in Sicily. By the way, in Italy we believe that this plant can prevent sorrow.  It is a delicate bush with small fragrant white flowers and dark green, oval and soft leaves. Marjoram plays an important role in ancient Indian medicine, and its products, especially marjoram tea and poultices, are used for a variety of health conditions: primarily muscle spasms, blood circulation problems, insomnia and so on.

Marjoram benefits are derived from its rich content of nutrients and microelements including zinc, vitamins C, D and B3, rosemarinic, oleic and other acids, essential oils and so on. Marjoram is a popular culinary spice and has many culinary uses. It can be utilized for flavoring vegetable stews and soups (especially with carrots and squashes), Mediterranean salads and sauces, pork, beef, turkey and chicken dishes, egg and cheese dishes, and so on.  It is possible to use both fresh and dried leaves, and marjoram goes especially delicious with a high quality olive oil.

Benefits of marjoram include soothing and anti-inflammatory powers of this medicinal herb. Therefore, marjoram tea benefits include relieving the symptoms of asthma, dry coughs, as well as such problems of digestive tract, like spasms, flatulence, nausea, appetite loss, indigestion, colic and so on. Also, this herbal remedy can be used for promoting cardio-vascular health; improving blood circulation, strengthening vessels and arteries, lower cholesterol levels and so on. It can help relieving headaches and lower the risks of Alzheimer’s disease.

Anti-inflammatory properties are among the most important benefits of marjoram, that is why this medicinal herb can be used to relieve the pains and aches in muscles, joints, including arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis pains, toothache, sprains, etc. Also, it can ease the pains after childbirth and effectively cure various skin diseases and damages, like itchy skin, rushes, cuts, bruises, and so on.

Marjoram is a known remedy to stimulate toxin removal and prevent water retention, making these properties very important marjoram tea benefits. Regular consumption of this tea is linked with improvements in such conditions as epilepsy, hepatitis, pancreatitis, etc. Marjoram tea can be effectively used by anyone to ease nervous tension, menstrual pains and cramps, relieve depression and anxiety. To prepare a good therapeutic marjoram tea boil 1 teaspoon of dried marjoram leaves in 8 ounces of water on a very low fire for 10-15 minutes, cool down and enjoy marjoram benefits.

Summer is the best time for many interesting and useful activities: swimming, jogging, picking flowers, fishing, traveling, playing golf and other various types of outdoor recreation. But sometimes summer weather turns into something unbearably hot and we can’t spend a day without heat exhaustion or being a little roasted. Below, you can find some tips on how to survive hot weather in summer.

1. Certainly, using fans, air conditioners and other cooling devices is a perfect solution for those many of us who spend their days indoors, in the offices, houses, markets, cabinets and so on. However, remember that setting your air conditioner system for too low temperature can cause not only a common cold, but other harmful effects on your body due to a considerable temperature difference between the inside and outside. Do not go lower than 75-77F.

2. If you are bothered with direct sunlight, keep your blinds or curtains closed all day long. You’ll see that this can help your room not to get overheat.

3. Do not open your windows and try to ventilate the room in hot weather in summer. You’ll only let very hot air in and there will be no refreshment at all. Open the windows only before 8 a.m. and after 7 p.m.

4. You know that we have to drink 2-3 liters of water a day, and in hot weather our thirst simply kills us sometimes. However, remember that drinking big amounts of water at once will increase sweating and thirst. Therefore, drink your water with small portions many times a day. Also, remember that mineral water with several drops of lemon juice is the best thirst quencher.

5. In hot weather in summer avoid consuming too spicy, fatty and salty foods as such foods make us feel thirsty very fast. Needless to say that eating more of fresh fruit and veggies will help you feel lighter and satisfy your needs for liquid in a natural way.

6. Avoid wearing clothes made from synthetic fabrics, even if those are light and transparent ones. Wear t-shirts, shorts, light trousers and skirts made from cotton and other natural fabrics.

7. If you are exposed to direct sun for long time, you need to know special rules how to survive sunlight. Use umbrellas to cover yourself up, use special protecting creams with a high SPF, avoid exposing opened areas of your skin to sunlight, splash yourself with water to cool down your body. What else can we do to survive hot weather, guys?

Tomatoes are definitely among the most favorite vegetables of many people, but not everyone likes tomato juice. Some believe that juicing lowers the therapeutic effects of all valuable natural elements and nutrients, but this is only a myth. Health benefits of tomato juice are various, and those who want to enjoy them only need to be sure to use 100% organic tomatoes for juicing.

To make a great tomato juice it is necessary to peel tomatoes (peeling is easier after keeping tomatoes in boiling water for 10 seconds, and then cooling them down in some cold water) and remove the seeds. If you like, you can add some salt, lemon juice or some spices, like coriander, cinnamon or vanilla. Numerous tomato juice benefits are derived from rich nutritional content of this natural product. Tomatoes and tomato juice are rich in potassium, magnesium, iodine, iron, zinc, phosphorus, copper, fluoride, as well as vitamins C, E and A, lycopenes, organic acids and so on.

Medical studies proved that plenty of lycopenes, which can be found in tomato juice, can lower the risks of some types of cancer, including prostate cancer. Also, positive effects on our cardio-vascular health is one of the most important health benefits of tomato juice. Regular consumption of only 200 ml of freshly squeezed organic tomato juice is linked to decreased chances of heart disease, lower risks of clot formation and stronger blood vessels.

100% natural tomato juice is very good for digestion, and it can suppress hunger very effectively becoming of a great weight management help. As potassium and vitamin C are essential elements for improved function of our immune system, this stipulates one more of the key health benefits of tomato juice. This natural product stimulates metabolism, can be used as a natural diuretic and has excellent antimicrobial properties, that is why it can be used even externally to treat acne and other skin infections. There are other tomato juice benefits, and if you want to enjoy them all, remember that this herbal remedy is quite safe and  can be consumed in large amounts without side effects.

This idea has nothing to do with iPhone or Apple computers. However, this idea has a great potential to mark a new trend in the year 2010. The concept of apple calendar was created by German Marketing Agency Serviceplan and is directed on promoting healthy life style in a very interesting and attractive way.

It is a known fact that “an apple a day keeps doctors away”. This apple-a-day calendar is created as a long dispenser-pipe, which contains up to 31 apple. It is easy to imagine, how this calendar works: in the end of every day you should eat an apple, so other apples can roll down to the end of the pipe and open the new date. Therefore, eating one apple a day and providing yourself with vitamins and good health, turns into a habit. In addition, in order to preserve all nutrients and vitamins of the apples in this apple-a-day calendar, the pipe is made of glass which can prevent ultraviolet ray penetration.

Recently, the specialists at California Medical School found out that pomegranate juice should be considered the best natural antioxidant beverage, which leaves green tea and red wine far behind. After studying the most important pomegranate juice benefits, the group of scientists announced that this miraculous juice can block oxidation processes in our body cells more effectively than orange, grape or blackberry juices. At that, the potential of pomegranate juice to prevent oxidation is 20% higher than those of green tea and red wine. Let’s start drinking this juice, guys??

For centuries, blood-red pomegranate fruit was linked to excellent health and fertility. This natural source of vitamin C and tannin is famous for such health benefits of pomegranate juice, as preventing cancer (especially prostate, breast and lung) and protecting against heart disease, which is becoming more and more common health problem. This can be achieved at the expense of very effective cholesterol lowering properties of pomegranate fruit and juice. Also, according to the findings of a recent study, consuming only about 1.7 ounces of this juice every day is linked to blood pressure normalization, stronger blood arteries and effective blood circulation.

Some researches proved that pomegranate juice benefits also include positive effects on our bone structure, as well as the ability to prevent the development of osteoarthritis. One of the most important health benefits of pomegranate juice is slowing down and preventing negative chemical processes in our brain. These negative reactions sometimes can lead to such diseases as Alzheimer’s and others, so drinking pomegranate juice can lower the chances of having such problems. Finally, it is said that regular consumption of pomegranate juice is associated with excellent dental health as this natural product can effectively prevent dental plug formation.

However, the key health benefits of pomegranate juice are connected with its antioxidant properties as these properties have positive effects on our overall health and can significantly slow down aging. Everyone can enjoy these benefits as pomegranate juice is available in our markets year round and is quite affordable. Try to use only 100% high quality pomegranate juice, free of sugar and any artificial elements. Also, do not forget to check with a health care specialist before starting any serious therapy involving pomegranate juice.

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A new study carried out by the specialists from psychiatry department at the University of Cincinnati suggests that regular consumption of grape juice is linked to lower risks of having memory loss, and even a certain reverse of memory loss process. Grapes and grape juice are among the most valuable and useful natural remedies, which can be perfect sources of many essential nutrients and minerals. Such properties as improving our immune system, lowering the risks of having stroke and strengthening our cardio-vascular health are among the most important health benefits of grape juice and grapes.

The experiments at the University of Cincinnati showed that grape juice can help avoid memory loss. 12 men and women with the symptoms of early memory loss agreed to participate the experiments. They were split into two groups, one of which was regularly taking a high quality 100% Concord grape juice (those are special grapes that are cultivated in the Concord region of New Hampshire, USA). The trials lasted for 12 weeks and the results demonstrated that a half of the group members who were consuming grape juice could improve their memory to a great extent.

One of the leaders of the research, Dr. R. Krikorian comments on the course of the trials as the following: “While there were no significant differences between the groups at baseline, following the treatment, those drinking Concord grape juice demonstrated a significant improvement in list learning.” The specialists attribute these brain-boosting properties of the grape juice to high content of the antioxidants in grapes and grape juice. ”The results involving Concord grape juice are very encouraging and certainly warrant an additional study,” Krikorian adds. The results of this research were presented to the public at the International Polyphenols and Health Conference in Harrogate, North Yorkshire.

Lemon juice is one of the most underestimated herbal remedies which has quite a number of good therapeutic uses and healing properties. Lemons are quite common fruits that we see everywhere, that we use to refresh our meals and beverages, use for removing stains and deodorizing air. Lemon flavor is used for our favorite candies, cookies and cakes. However, experts recommend taking another look at this miraculous fruit, which can be not only a source of vitamin C, but also a source of excellent health and longevity. Below, you can find the list of most valuable lemon juice health benefits.

1. Anti-bacterial properties of lemons make these fruits very effective for treating various throat infections, including tonsillitis, sore throat, colds and others. Mix juice of a half lemon with 100 ml of warm water and gargle once per 4-5 hours. In addition, lemon juice can relieve fever and reduce body temperature.

2. Despite being known as a highly acidic food, lemon can aid in relieving various ailments related to indigestion, as well as stimulate detoxification processes, relieve the symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome and improve the function of liver.

3. Lemon juice is an agent which can be very helpful for effective dental care. First of all, lemons and lemon juice contain calcium which is vital for healthy bones and teeth. You can use lemon juice to calm down toothache, banish bad breath and stop gum bleeding.

4. Skin care is another very common application of lemon juice and lemon products. As a great antiseptic, lemon juice solution can be applied to burns and sun burns, assist in would healing and getting rid of such problems as eczema and acne. As lemon juice contains lots of antioxidants, it can act as a natural remedy that prevents aging and wrinkle formation.

5. Regular consumption of lemon juice can help those people who suffer from high blood pressure and other related problems. A great natural source of potassium, lemon provides relaxation from such symptoms as nausea, dizziness, mental stresses, headaches, anxiety and depressions.

6. Lemon juice health benefits also include natural abilities to stop any type of internal bleeding. Those, who suffer from frequent nasal bleeding can use a piece of cotton wool with several drops of lemon juice to stop the bleeding.

7. Lemon is considered to be an excellent natural diuretic and using lemons is recommended to those who have high uric acid problems, urinary tract infections and other related ailments. Health benefits of lemon juice also include relieving the symptoms of respiratory diseases, such as asthma, etc.

8. Lemon is used in aromatherapy as an effective relaxant. In particular, you can try adding a tablespoon of lemon juice to some warm water and dipping your feet into it. You’ll feel very pleasant relaxation, and after this treatment  your skin will be nourished and glowing.

9. Finally, use amazing cleansing health benefits of lemon juice. Take a tablespoon of freshly squeezed lemon juice, a teaspoon of high quality honey, mix those with 200 ml of warm water and take every morning right after getting up from your bed (on an empty stomach). You’ll feel great all day long, and day by day your body will remain clean and free of many dangerous diseases. You will lower your chances to have rheumatism or arthritis. Finally, this mixture is one of the most effective natural remedies that assists in weight loss and detoxification.