The weather is getting hotter, and UV radiation is getting stronger. Besides applying sunscreen, you probably didn't know that eating pomegranates can also help with sun protection. See what other health tips are around you.
Pork and beans prevent premenstrual syndrome
Both of these foods are rich in thiamine and riboflavin. According to research from a certain American university, these two B vitamins can prevent premenstrual syndrome. The study found that women who consumed 1.9 mg of thiamine and 2.5 mg of riboflavin daily had a 25-35% lower probability of experiencing premenstrual syndrome compared to women with lower intakes. Pork and beans are excellent sources of both vitamins.
Asparagus prevents hangovers and alleviates symptoms
According to research by Korean scientists, this vegetable contains enzymes that break down alcohol, helping to prevent hangovers. Eating it on a hangover day can also alleviate symptoms. Of course, the best way to prevent a hangover is to avoid excessive drinking. Eating some asparagus before hitting the bars or dinner parties not only provides beneficial enzymes for your body but also fills your stomach beforehand, which slows down alcohol absorption.
Asparagus Soup
Red wine helps prevent weight gain
Researchers from a certain American university have found that red wine contains a compound called piceatannol, which can prevent or slow down the maturation of immature fat cells. Don't drink alcohol? This compound is also found in the seeds and skins of red grapes and blueberries.
Lemon juice can treat kidney stones
Data released this year by a certain American institution shows that kidney stones have become a more common health problem than heart disease, stroke, and diabetes. If you're one of them, start drinking lemon juice. Lemon juice has the highest level of citrate of all citrus fruits, and citrate helps dissolve calcium deposits (which eventually become kidney stones).
Pomegranates are rich in ellagic acid and can provide sun protection
Pomegranates are rich in ellagic acid. According to foreign research, this substance helps protect the skin from cell damage caused by ultraviolet rays (UVA and UVB). It's best to obtain these health benefits by eating whole, natural pomegranates, as the skincare acids in natural pomegranates are more effective than those in juices and supplements.
Pink Pomegranate Juice
Beef liver has the power to fight headaches
Beef liver is the best dietary source of B vitamin riboflavin, which is very effective in reducing the frequency of migraines. In addition to eating riboflavin-rich beef liver, you can also consume dairy products and vegetables. People who frequently suffer from migraines may also consider taking dietary supplements.
Coffee helps fight depression
More than 10% of Americans are now using expensive antidepressant drugs. A study published last year abroad mentioned that women who drank an average of four cups of coffee a day had a 20% lower risk of depression compared to those who didn't drink coffee. The authors wrote that caffeine can protect the brain from damage by certain neurotoxins that cause depression. It also has a stimulating effect.
Coffee Mousse Cake
Bean-saloon mooncake
Champagne sauce
Snowmen