LEMON. THE GOLDEN CITRUS FRUIT.

Originated in Asia and is currently cultivated worldwide. The lemon is the fruit of the lemon tree, which should never be omitted from a healthy diet. 

PROPERTIES 


1. ACTIVATOR OF THE IMMUNE SYSTEM 
Its high content of Vitamin C activates the immune system by increasing our defences and helping us to combat diseases, usually infectious. 

2. COLLAGEN 
Lemons help to form collagen and thereby contribute to the maintenance of strong bones and joints. They also contribute to having healthy teeth, gums, skin and hair. 

3. ELASTICITY 
The elements of lemons contribute elasticity to the larger arteries, thereby helping to prevent the emergence of thrombi within them. They also contribute to maintaining the basal membrane of small blood vessels stable thereby avoiding capillary fragility, and preventing them from rupturing. 

4. PREVENTION OF CANCER 
Certain studies suggest that certain types of acids present in lemons would intervene in the prevention of various types of cancer by blocking a type of cancerous substances called nitrosamines. The limonoids or small phytonutrients, present within lemon rinds would act in the same way. 

5. ANTISEPTIC 
Lemons act as a potent antiseptic by helping scarring.

6. PREVENTION OF DISEASES 
A number of studies have been able to demonstrate how lemons aid in the prevention of degenerative, cardiovascular and eye diseases.

7. ANTI-INFLAMMATORY 
The presence of antioxidants such as flavonoids, reduce pain and inflammation.

8. BLOOD PRESSURE 
The elements present within lemons help to prevent high blood pressure by acting as diuretics. 

9. PECTIN 
Pectin is another element present within lemons. This soluble fibre decreases cholesterol and glucose levels, whilst also feeding the good bacteria present within our intestinal flora. 

10. IRON ABSORPTION 
Lemons help us to absorb the iron present within vegetables especially green leafy vegetables such as spinach, watercress, swiss chard, etc. Pouring a small quantity of lemon juice on top of these vegetables, help the body to absorb their nutrients much more effectively. 

OTHER BENEFITS OF LEMON 

IN TEA 
Lemon is usually used to treat colds and coughs due to their anti-inflammatory properties. It is prepared using hot water and honey. 

DIARRHOEAS 
Another use for lemons is as part of alkaline lemonade to combat the dehydration that forms part of diarrhoeas. It is prepared by dissolving half a teaspoon of salt, half a teaspoon of baking soda, half a teaspoon of sugar and the juice of two lemons into a litre of boiled or bottled water. This lemonade is drunk in small sips until the diarrhoea improves. 

In addition to all of the uses explored within this article, it is also important to add that lemons can also be used as salad dressings and in the elaboration of meals, desserts, juices, sorbets, sherbets, etc. Lemon sorbets and sherbets can be used to aid the digestion of large meals. 


Lemons are a source of health.

WARNING SIGNS THAT THE BODY SENDS WHEN SOMETHING IS WRONG.

This article has been shared in support of Macmillan, one of the biggest charities that helps and supports patients suffering from cancer in the United Kingdom.

WARNING SIGNS

1. PAIN

Pain is without a doubt, one of the biggest warning signs that our body sends to indicate that something is wrong.

2. DYSPNOEA OR DIFFICULTY BREATHING

Another sign that we cannot ignore is having a breathing difficulty, especially if it deteriorates.

3. SWEATING

Extreme sweating, the same that menopausal women experience but without any ambient heat to account for it, is also a warning sign. This type of sweating stands out especially if it occurs during the night and soaks our clothes.

4. COUGH

A cough that is either dry, phlegmy stained with blood or is the same type of cough that smokers have every morning, which deteriorates and lasts for a period of three weeks, needs to be examined by a doctor as quickly as possible.

5. DIFFICULTY SWALLOWING

Another warning sign is having difficulty swallowing or feeling as though there is something stuck in your throat.

6. FAECES

Two important warning signs that our body emits are bloody stools or stools as black as tar.

We should also take into account any changes to our bowel habits, especially if we have gone from experiencing constipation to diarrhoea or vice versa.

7. ABDOMINAL INFLAMMATION

Constantly feeling that the abdomen is inflamed.

8. ACID REFLUX

Intense acid refluxes especially if the pain worsens regardless of the food that is consumed.

9. URINE

Urine stained with blood or with both pain and blood has to be consulted as quickly as possible, especially if the patient is a man.

10. CHANGE IN MOLES

If your moles change either in size or colour or bleed, are itchy or painful.

11. HOARSE THROAT

You should consult a doctor if you experience a hoarse throat for more than three weeks.

12. ORAL ULCERS

Oral or lingual ulcers, painful or not, that have evolved over a period of weeks, should be examined.

13. LUMPS OR TUMOURS

Lumps and tumours should be urgently examined, regardless of where they appear; these include those that appear above the collarbone, neck, armpits, groin, etc.

14. BLEEDING POST MENOPAUSE

Bleeding after having sexual intercourse or spontaneous bleeding in menopausal women needs to be medically examined urgently.

15. BLOODY VOMITING

A medical consultation is urgently needed if blood is found in vomit.

16. RAPID WEIGHTLOSS, LOSS OF APPETITE OR EXTREME TIREDNESS.

SEÑALES IMPORTANTES QUE EL CUERPO ENVIA CUANDO NO ESTÁ BIEN.

Apoyando a MACMILLAN, una de las mayores organizaciones de caridad que ayudan y apoyan a los pacientes que sufren de cáncer en Reino Unido.

SEÑALES DE ALERTA

1. DOLOR

El dolor es sin duda una de las principales llamadas de atención que nuestro cuerpo nos envía para indicarnos de que algo no está a bien.

2. DISNEA O DIFICULTAD PARA RESPIRAR

La dificultad respiratoria es otra señal que no podemos dejar pasar, sobre todo si va en aumento.

3. SUDORACIÓN

La sudoración extrema, sin calor ambiental que lo justifique o en situaciones normales de la edad, como ocurre en las mujeres menopaúsicas, es una señal de alerta. Esta sudoración llama la atención principalmente si es nocturna y moja completamente nuestras ropas.

4. TOS

La tos con más de tres semanas de duración, seca, o con flema manchada de sangre, o tos matutina de los fumadores que empeora, necesita una valoración médica sin demora.

5. DIFICULTAD PARA TRAGAR 

Dificultad para tragar, o sentir como si se hubiera atascado algo en la garganta es otra señal de alerta.

6. HECES

Las heces con sangre, o negras como el alquitrán, son llamadas de atención importantes de nuestro cuerpo.

Hay que tener en cuenta también los cambios en el hábito intestinal, principalmente de estreñimiento a diarrea, o de diarrea a estreñimiento.

7. INFLAMACIÓN ABDOMINAL

Tener continuamente la sensación de que el abdomen está inflamado tiene que ser consultado.

8. REFLUJO GÁSTRICO

Intenso reflujo gástrico, independientemente de la comida que se coma, y principalmente si se tiene dolor que va en progresivo aumento.

9. ORINA

Orinar con sangre, o con sangre y dolor, debe de ser consultado sin demora, especialmente los hombres.

10. CAMBIOS EN LOS LUNARES

Cambios tanto en el tamaño, el color, o si sangran, duelen o pican.

11. VOZ RONCA

Una voz ronca que dura más de tres semanas.

12. ÚLCERAS BUCALES

Úlceras bucales y linguales, con dolor o sin el, que tienen varias semanas de evolución.

13. BULTOS O TUMORES 

Los bultos o tumores que aparezca en cualquier localización, tienen que ser revisados inmediatamente, incluyendo los encontrados en las zonas por encima de la clavícula, el cuello, las axilas, las ingles, etc.

14. SANGRADO DESPUÉS DE LA MENOPAUSIA

El sangrado al tener relaciones sexuales, o espontáneo en mujeres menopáusicas, es de valoración médica urgente.

15. VÓMITOS CON SANGRE 

Presencia de vómitos con sangre es una obligatoria consulta médica.

16. PÉRDIDA DE PESO RÁPIDA, PÉRDIDA DE APETITO O CANSANCIO EXTREMO

ONE APPLE A DAY, KEEPS THE DOCTOR AWAY.

Apples are considered to be one of the healthiest fruits that nature provides. Its properties confirm the saying: An apple a day, keeps the doctor away.

Properties:

1. Water 

Its richness in water makes it a powerful ally in the fight against dehydration, which is so common in children and older people.

2. Fibre
The high content of soluble and insoluble fibre present within apples protects the body against cardiovascular diseases as it decreases the levels of bad cholesterol and increases the levels of good cholesterol.

3. Antioxidants 

The amount of antioxidants present within their components, activates our immune system and increases our defences.

4. Pectin 

The amount of pectin present within its components stabilises intestinal function, making it a useful tool for patients that are experiencing diarrhoea (baked) and constipation (raw and with skin).

5. Flavonoids 

Apples are rich in a group of antioxidants named Flavonoids, which a number of studies have shown that it could intervene in the prevention of lung cancer.

6. Phloridzin

This substance, which is only present in the skin and the pulp of apples, more so on the skin and the pulp, allows the glucose in the system to be absorbed at a much slower rate into the intestine, making it a perfect fruit for diabetics.

7. Potassium 

It is a fruit that aids in the prevention of hypertension as it has a high level of potassium.

8. Fats 

It is very healthy to eat after a large meal as it contributes in the digestion of fats.

9. Satiating 

It is a satiating fruit, which helps us to control our appetite.

10. Vitamins 

This fruit contains different types of vitamins (E, B and C) and minerals (Iron) making it perfect for pregnant women and to be eaten mid-morning or at whatever time of day.

11. Calorific Value 

Apples have a low calorific value, making it a perfect fruit to eat as part of a weight loss diet.

UNA MANZANA AL DÍA, APARTA AL MÉDICO DE TU VIDA.

La manzana es considerada una de las frutas más saludables que nos da la naturaleza. El efecto de sus propiedades confirman el dicho: Una manzana al día, aparta al médico de tu vida.

Propiedades:

1. Agua 
Su riqueza en agua, la hace ser una aliada en la lucha contra la deshidratación, tan frecuente en niños y en personas mayores.

2. Fibra
Su alto contenido en fibra, tanto soluble como insoluble, disminuye los niveles de colesterol malo y aumenta los del colesterol bueno, protegiéndonos así contra las enfermedades cardiovasculares.

3. Antioxidantes 
La capacidad antioxidante de sus componentes, nos activan nuestro sistema inmunitario aumentando nuestras defensas.

4. Pectina
La presencia de pectina en su composición estabiliza la función intestinal, pudiéndose usar tanto para la diarreas (asadas) como para el estreñimiento (crudas y con piel).

5. Flavonoides 
Las manzanas son ricas en unos antioxidantes llamados flavonoides, que según múltiples estudios parece que intervendría en la prevención del cáncer de pulmón.

6. Floridzina
La presencia de esta sustancia, presente exclusivamente en la manzana, tanto en la piel como en la pulpa, aunque en mayor cantidad en la primera, hace que disminuya la absorción de la glucosa en el intestino, por lo que la hace excelente para los diabéticos.

7. Potasio 
Por su alto contenido en potasio, es una fruta que ayuda en la prevención de la hipertensión arterial.

8. Grasas 
Contribuye en la digestión de las grasas por lo que es muy saludable comerla después de hacer una comida copiosa.

9. Saciante
Es una fruta saciante, por lo que nos ayuda a controlar el apetito.

10. Vitaminas
Contiene diferentes tipos de vitaminas y minerales entre ellas las del grupo E, B, C y Hierro, lo que la hace perfecta para las embarazadas, tomada a media mañana o a cualquier hora del día.

11. Nivel Calórico 
La manzana tiene un bajo nivel calórico, por lo que la hace perfecta en el seguimiento de un régimen de adelgazamiento.

MEDITERRANEAN DIET. SEAFOOD PAELLA.

This is a typical Spanish dish that is easy to cook, tasty and full of nutrients.

INGREDIENTS

For four people:
• Virgin olive oil.
• 1 Pepper.
• 1 Tomato.
• 1 Squid.
• ½ kg of mussels.
• Prawns, king prawns, shrimps (usually four to eight units, roughly two per person).
• ½ kg of rice.
• A pinch of salt.
• 1 litre of water, (without taking into account the water that is used to cook the mussels in).
• Saffron (if available).
• Garlic.
• Parsley.

METHOD.

1. A ‘sofrito’ is prepared with sizzling olive oil, pepper, tomato and squid, (which has been previously cleaned and cut into rings).
2. The rice is then added to the ‘sofrito’ along with the mussels (which have been cooked separately) water is then added to all these ingredients after they have been stirred together a number of times.
3. When the rice is almost fully cooked, the prawns, garlic (which has been cut previously into small pieces) parsley and saffron (if available) are added.
4. Leave the rice to rest for two minutes after it is cooked with a clean dishtowel on top.

PROPERTIES: 

➢ The dish is full of vitamins and antioxidants as number of them are present in the oil, tomato, pepper, garlic, and parsley that protect us against cancer and cardiovascular diseases.
➢ The Omega 3s present in seafood help us to prevent cardiovascular accidents, skin pathologies and inflammatory processes.
➢ The high levels of Iron, Vitamin B12 and Folic Acid make the dish invaluable against the development of anaemia.
➢ The carbohydrates derived from the rice provides us with the energy that we need to be active, and the protein derived from the seafood contributes to the development of muscle mass.
➢ The seafood paella is considered to be one of the star dishes of the Mediterranean diet due to its taste and properties.

So, enjoy!.

DIETA MEDITERRÁNEA. PAELLA DE MARISCO.

Típico plato español, hecho de una manera sencilla y fácil de cocinar, sabroso y lleno de nutrientes.

INGREDIENTES 
Para cuatro personas:
• Aceite de oliva virgen.
• 1 Pimiento.
• 1 Tomate.
• 1 Calamar. 
• ½ kg de mejillones.
• Gambas, gambones, camarones (normalmente de cuatro a ocho unidades, de uno a dos por persona).
• ½ kg de arroz. 
• Un poco sal. 
• 1 litro de agua (restando el agua en la que se han cocido los mejillones).
• Azafrán (si se dispone).
• Ajo. 
• Perejil.

MODO DE PREPARACIÓN. 
1. Se prepara un sofrito con el aceite caliente, pimiento, tomate y el calamar limpio y cortado en anillas.
2. Se añade al sofrito el arroz y los mejillones cocidos por separado, se le da unas vueltas, y a continuación se le añade el agua. 
3. Cuando el arroz esta a punto de terminar de cocerse, se le añaden las gambas, el ajo troceado en pequeños trozos, el perejil y el azafrán si se tiene.
4. Cuando el arroz esta cocinado, dejarlo reposar dos minutos con un paño limpio encima.

PROPIEDADES:
➢ Es un plato lleno de vitaminas y antioxidantes, presentes en el aceite, el tomate, el pimiento, el ajo y el perejil y que nos protegen tanto de las enfermedades cardiovasculares como del cáncer.
➢ Los Omegas 3 presentes en los mariscos, nos ayudan a prevenir los accidentes cardiovasculares, enfermedades de la piel y procesos inflamatorios en general.
➢ Los altos niveles de Hierro, Vitamina B12 y Acido Fólico de los mariscos contribuyen a evitar que presentemos anemia.
➢ Por su contenido en hidratos de carbono procedentes del arroz, nos da la energía para mantenernos activos, y la proteína presente en el marisco colabora en el desarrollo de nuestra masa muscular.
➢ Por sus propiedades y sabor, la paella de mariscos se considera uno de los platos estrella de la dieta mediterránea.

Así, que a disfrutarlo!.