| Diuretic Foods: List of Natural Diuretic Foods for Weight Loss | for everyone |
Diuretic Foods: List of Natural Diuretic Foods for Weight Loss
Diuretic exists in the form of natural diuretics and synthetic diuretics. A Natural diuretic can be obtained from natural foods and herbs. Thus it is free from any kind of side effects. It has undisputed benefits than the other medications or water pills since they do not result in considerable loss of vital minerals. Synthetic diuretics are such drugs obtainable over-the-counter with the recommendation of a medical expert. Synthetic diuretics have a lot of side-effects so precautions have to be taken before consuming it.
Diuretic Foods: List of Natural Diuretic Foods for Weight Loss
Carrots: These are a wealthy source of carotene which velocity the metabolic rate of the body and remove fat dumps and dissipate.
Tomatoes: These have high water content and rich in Vitamin C that helps the metabolism and discharge of water from the kidney to swill down waste.
Lettuce: It is another salad food which contains water. It also holds iron and magnesium. It helps to wash out fatty cells.
Cucumber: It is better source of sulphur and silicon. These minerals work to kindle the kidneys to wash out uric and unnecessary acid. It helps to stimulate the removal of fat, and loosens the fat from the cells.
Apple cider vinegar: It contains high levels of potassium that has quality to reduce fat deposits. It is prepared from apples and the malic acid used for fat burning process.
Asparagus: It includes asparagines chemical. This chemical removes waste from the body by breaking up the oxalic acid. It also affects the cells and break down fat.
Beets: These are burly diuretic that focuses on the liver and kidneys. They have special iron cleanses corpuscles, which include fatty deposits.
Cabbage: This is source of sulphur and iodine. It helps to purify the mucous membrane of the stomach and intestines. In addition, it assists breakage of fatty deposits particularly around the abdominal region.
Brussels sprouts: It stimulates the glands, the pancreas. It quickly releases waste and to clean out the cells. This vegetable also holds some minerals that stimulate the kidneys.
Horseradish: It has a wonderful effect of dissolving fat in cells with no side effects.
Celery: Celery has a high concentration of Calcium in a ready to use form. Therefore when you eat it calcium directly work and this pure form of calcium will break up the accumulated fat build up. This is food with high water content.
Melon: Watermelon and muskmelon contains high levels of water, potassium and sodium that aid remove toxins and stimulates urine production.
Benefits of Diuretics Foods:
* Retention of water may occur because of the lack of B-vitamins, amino-acids and proteins in the diet or due to the unnecessary utilization of sugar and salt content. The condition caused due to water retention in the body tissues is known as Edema. To avoid this condition there is need to take Natural Diuretic Foods that assist flush out the needless water from the body through urination.
* Diuretic foods are cost-effective in comparison to other costly diuretic medications with their unlikable side effects.
* Some diuretic foods increased metabolism. Besides it helps you shed redundant pounds as well.
* Diuretic foods can purge body of toxins and free radicals e.g. apple cider vinegar. Apple cider vinegar is the best natural diuretic obtained by crushed apples and excites digestion and kidney function.
* To regulate digestion due to the high yarn and enzyme content, Natural diuretic foods are used.
* Diuretic foods supply the elements that are crucial for the health of our heart, kidneys and liver in our bodies. For the well-being of a person Electrolytic balance is vital elements. Synthetic diuretics can deplete our bodies of essential elements such as potassium and sodium.
* Diuretic foods are very useful to treat high blood pressure condition, swelling, kidney stones and indigestion exclusive of the side effects.
* When you start to take more diuretic foods naturally you devour less of the high-sodium and high-sugar processed foods. Because high fiber foods got from the diuretic foods list give bulk in your stomach helping control unhealthy cravings.
Side Effects of Diuretics:
* Dehydration
* Weight gain
* Fluid retention (Fluid Retention)
* Dizzy spells
* Hypokalemia
* Fainting
| Natural Laxatives for Children | for everyone |
Natural Laxatives for Children
Children as well as adults suffer from this situation due to inadequate ingestion of fluid and fiber rich foods. Constipation is a common problem in children and may be caused by emotional factor. A lack of bowel movements is a symbol that your child is constipated. You should also look for hard stools and pay concentration when your child complains regarding stomach pain or pain when passing stools.
Increase the consumption of fruits and vegetables in the daily diet of these children can help to decrease the constipation. Prunes represent one of the best natural laxatives for children. Many doctors suggested Prune juice. It is diluted in water (3 tablespoons), can be fed to the baby three times a week.
Though regular utilize of laxatives have some side effects. That’s why people mostly prefer natural laxative as a remedy of constipation. Some of these gentle natural laxatives can also be used for children or kids to treat reasonable constipation. Before you go for any kind of natural laxatives for children consult a doctor first.
Natural Laxatives for Children
Diet: Make a balanced diet for your children because for regular passing stool it is necessary. Foods must be integrated in everyday menu, which are full of broccoli, beans and peas.
Psyllium Husks: Psyllium husks are nothing but flakes of psyllium bran. It is bland laxative that can be sprinkled on your child’s cereal. Psyllium husks origin from garden weeds like plantain (Plantago major and P. lanceolate). This natural laxative can also be mixed with fruits and yogurt and for softening the stool one teaspoon is sufficient. You can buy it from pharmacies and health food stores.
Flax Seeds and Flax Oil: Flax oil is rich source of omega 3 fats and natural laxative. It is a great natural laxative for children that facilitate to maintain a healthy colon. One teaspoon Dosage is given to children per day two teaspoons for older babies. Flax seeds contain high fiber. Flax seeds should be combined with some cereal and given to children to relief from constipation.
Glycerine: Liquid glycerine is entered in the baby’s rectum to arouse bowel movements. Some glycerin suppositories are accessible in the market that works effective as a laxative for babies and children.
Food rich in Fiber: Fiber acts as a natural laxative and it is important for digestive health. Parents must give balanced diet to Children that contains fiber. Vegetables like broccoli, beans and peas include fiber should be introduced to your children’s diet to evade constipation.
Pears and Pear Juice: Pear juice is considered as a laxative that can be given to the children. Adults can also get benefit from it. Pears and pear juice encourage regular bowel movements. For effective constipation liberation Pear juice can be taken alone, it can also be combined with apple juice.
Drinking Fluids: You must insist your child to drink sufficient amount of fluids and water because it is very beneficial. Water is a natural laxative since it softens the stools. If Children do not drink enough water, then they suffer from constipation. Thus give advice to your child to drink water time to time.
Tips & Warnings:
* If this occurs habitually, then tell your child’s doctor when you go for your checkups.
* If your child is constipated for more than a few days without a bowel movement, then definitely see a doctor.
| THE BRICK- A LESSON IN LIFE | for everyone |
The Brick!!! Read It.
Read this today and don't delete it if you are too busy!! You'll see.
Read this today and don't delete it if you are too busy!! You'll see.
THE BRICK
A young and successful executive was traveling down a neighborhood street, going a bit too fast in his new Jaguar. He was watching for kids darting out from between parked cars and slowed down
when he thought he saw something. As his car passed, no children appeared. Instead, a brick smashed into the Jag's side door! He slammed on the brakes and backed the Jag back to the spot where the brick had been thrown. The angry driver
then jumped out of the car, grabbed the nearest kid and pushed him up against
a parked car shouting, "What was that all about and who are you? Just what the heck are you doing? That's a new car and that brick you threw is going to cost a lot of money. Why did you do it? " The young boy was apologetic. "Please, mister...please, I'm sorry but I didn't know what else to do," He pleaded. "I threw the brick because no one else would stop..." With tears dripping down his face and off his chin, the youth pointed to a spot just around a parked car. "It's my brother, "he said. "He rolled off the curb and fell out of his wheelchair and I can't lift him up."
Now sobbing, the boy asked the stunned executive, "Would you please help me get him back into his wheelchair? He's hurt and he's too heavy for me."
Moved beyond words, the driver tried to swallow the rapidly swelling lump in his throat. He hurriedly lifted the handicapped boy back into the wheelchair, then took out a linen handkerchief and dabbed at the fresh scrapes and cuts. A quick look told him everything was going to be okay. "Thank you and may God bless you," the grateful child told the stranger. Too shook up for words, the man simply watched the boy! push his wheelchair-bound brother down the sidewalk toward their home.
It was a long, slow walk back to the Jaguar. The damage was very noticeable, but the driver never bothered to repair the dented side door. He kept the dent there to remind him of this message: "Don't go through life so fast that someone has to throw a brick at you to get your attention!" God whispers in our souls and speaks to our hearts. Sometimes when we don't have time to listen, He has to throw a brick at us. It's our choice to listen or not.
Thought for the Day:
If God had a refrigerator, your picture would be on it.
If He had a wallet, your photo would be in it.
He sends you flowers every spring.
He sends you a sunrise every morning Face it, friend - He is crazy about you!
Send this to every "beautiful person" you wish to bless.
God didn't promise days without pain, laughter without sorrow,sun without rain, but He did promise strength for the day, comfort for the tears, and light for the way.
Read this line very slowly and let it sink in... If God brings you to it, He will bring you through it.
Pass this message to seven people except you and me.You will receive a miracle tomorrow ( just do it)!
| New Domes on the Holy Shrines of Kadhimayn (a.s) -Mashaallah | for everyone |
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Replacement operations of the golden dome and minaret of the holly shrine of Imam Musa ibn Jafar (a.s) in Kazemain city of Iraq finished. The celebration held on September 14 with the presence of Iraqi authorities and the manager of the shrine.
The area of the dome of the holly shrine of Imam Musa ibn Jafar (a.s) is 335 square meters. The constructors used 10 thousand and 261 golden brick for the dome and 1416 golden brick for the three minarets.
The reconstruction and replacement of the holly shrine lasted in one and a half years.
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| Surah at-Takwir | for everyone |
Surah at-Takwir (The Covering Up) 81
This ‘makki’ surah has 29 ayaat. The Holy Prophet (SAWW) said that the person who recites this surah will be happy on the day when the book of deeds of people will be opened. Whoever wishes that Allah (SWT) should show him His Mercy on the Day of Judgement should recite this surah.
Recitation of this surah is especially good for the eyes. It improves vision and removes any ailments of the eyes.
| Surah al-Mulk,Surah al-Qalam ,Surah al-Haqqah | for everyone |
Surah al-Mulk (The Kingdom) 67
This surah was revealed in Makkah and it has 30 ayaat.It is also called Munjiyah because it saves the one who recites it from the torment of the grave. The Holy Prophet (SAWW) likened the recitation of this surah to the staying awake on the night of Qadr. He (SAWW) also wished that every believer would memorize this surah and know it by heart. He said that this surah will remove its reciter from Hellfire and take him to Jannah.
Imam Ja’far as-Sadiq (AS) said that reciting this surah at night keeps one under the protection of Allah (SWT) until morning. Recitation on the night of Eid gives the reward of staying awake the whole night in worship. If recited on a person who has just died, his soul gets immediate relief. Memorizing this surah has great reward. If memorized, this surah acts as a protection from the torment of the grave, and it intercedes on behalf of the one who has memorized it on the Day of Judgement.
Surah al-Qalam (The Pen) 68
There are 52 verses in this ‘makki’ surah. The Holy Prophet (SAWW) has said that the one who recites this surah will never face financial difficulties. Writing this surah and tying it to any part of the body that is suffering from pain alleviates the pain.
Surah al-Haqqah (The Sure Calamity) 69
This surah was revealed in Makkah and it has 52 verses. Imam Ja’far as-Sadiq (AS) has advised that this surah should be recited often in prayers as this is a sign of faith. This surah has praise for Imam Ali (AS) and insult for Mu’awiya ibn Aba Sufyan.
The Holy Prophet (SAWW) has said that reciting this surah makes the accounting of deeds on the Day of Reckoning easier. If this surah is worn as a talisman(ta’weez) by a pregnant woman, then her baby will be safe. Giving water in which this surah has been dissolved to a child will make his memory and intellect improve. Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (AS) said that the one who recites this surah will never loose his religion.
Surah enclosed for easy print and ta'weez.
Iltemase dua.
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O my Allah, the honour of being Your servant is sufficient.
I am proud of the fact that You are my Lord.
You are just as I want, so make me just as You like me to be. الهي كفى بي عزّا أن أكون لك عبدا ، وكفى بي فخرا أن تكون لي ربّا
I am proud of the fact that You are my Lord.
You are just as I want, so make me just as You like me to be. الهي كفى بي عزّا أن أكون لك عبدا ، وكفى بي فخرا أن تكون لي ربّا
... أنت كما أُحبُّ ، فاجعلني كما تحبُّ
"When Allah takes something from your grasp, He's not punishing
"When Allah takes something from your grasp, He's not punishing
you, but merely opening your hands to receive something better."
(sent by sis Mariam R. Jiwa)
| Surah at-Taghabun | for everyone |
Surah at-Taghabun (The Loss And Gain) 64
This surah has 18 ayaat and it was revealed in Madinah. It is narrated from the Holy Prophet (SAWW) that the person who recites this surah will be safe at the time of his death.
Imam Ja’far as-Sadiq (AS) has said that if a person recites this surah in the faraa’idh (compulsory prayers) then on the Day of Judgement this surah itself will intercede on his behalf until he is allowed to enter Jannah.It is also narrated that one who recites this surah will be protected from the tyranny of the rulers.
Surah at-Talaq (The Divorce) 65
This surah was revealed in Madinah and it has 12 verses. Imam Ja’far as-Sadiq (AS) has said that if surah at-Talaq and surah at-Tahrim are recited in the faraa’idh then the reciter will be protected by Allah (SWT) from the fear of the Day of Judgement and he will enter Jannah.
In another narration it is said that the one who recites this surah will be given the inspiration to performTawbatan Nasuha (the sincere repentance to Allah [SWT]).
Surah at-Tahrim (The Prohibition) 66
This ‘madani’ surah has 12 ayaat. It is narrated from the Holy Prophet (SAWW) that the one who recites this surah will be from those who always seek sincere repentance from Allah (SWT). The recitation of this surah and drinking of its water acts as a cure from many ailments and diseases.
If this surah is recited by a person who is not getting sleep then he will be able to sleep and if recited by a person who is frightened, he will become calm. Frequent recitation also helps a person who is in debt to clear his debts.
O my Allah, the honour of being Your servant is sufficient.
I am proud of the fact that You are my Lord.
You are just as I want, so make me just as You like me to be. الهي كفى بي عزّا أن أكون لك عبدا ، وكفى بي فخرا أن تكون لي ربّا
I am proud of the fact that You are my Lord.
You are just as I want, so make me just as You like me to be. الهي كفى بي عزّا أن أكون لك عبدا ، وكفى بي فخرا أن تكون لي ربّا
... أنت كما أُحبُّ ، فاجعلني كما تحبُّ
"When Allah takes something from your grasp, He's not punishing
"When Allah takes something from your grasp, He's not punishing
you, but merely opening your hands to receive something better."
| GOOGLE HEALTH -SITE WHICH MAY INTEREST YOU | for everyone |
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| AFFLICTIONS | for everyone |
Imam al-Hasan (AS) said, ‘Afflictions are the keys to reward.’
| Imam Ali (AS) was once asked what the worst affliction was, to which he replied, ‘To be afflicted with a blow to one’s faith.’ |
| Imam al-Sadiq (AS) said to a man who was experiencing intense grief at the loss of his son, ‘You are grieving at the minor affliction and are heedless of the major affliction! If only you prepared yourself for the place that your son has passed away to, your grief would not be so intense, for your affliction at having neglected preparation for it [i.e. the Hereafter] is much greater than the loss of your son.’[`Uyoun Akhbar al-Ridha (AS), v. 2, p. 5, no. 10] |
| The Prophet (SAWA) said, ‘Among the hidden treasures of goodness are: concealing one’s afflictions, one’s illnesses and one’s charity [from others].’[Bihar al-Anwar, v. 82, p. 103, no. 50] |
| Imam Ali (AS) narrated on the authority of the Prophet (SAWA), ‘Two voices are cursed and despised by Allah: howling when struck by an affliction, and singing when blessed with a bounty.’[Da`aim al-Islam, v. 1, p. 227] |
| DESTRUCTION | for everyone |
The Prophet (SAWA) said, ‘Verily the dinar and the dirham have destroyed those before you, and they will destroy you too.’[al-Kafi, v. 2, p. 316, no. 6]
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| The second plunder by the Wahhabis | for everyone |
The second plunder by the Wahhabis
The Ottoman Empire had added to the splendor of Madina and Makkah by building religious structures of great beauty and architectural value. Richard Burton, who visited the holy shrines in 1853 AD disguised as an Afghan Muslim and adopting the Muslim name Abdullah, speaks of Madina boasting 55 mosques and holy shrines. Another English adventurer who visited Madina in 1877-1878 AD describes it as a small beautiful city resembling Istanbul. He writes about its white walls, golden slender minarets and green fields.
1924 AD Wahhabis entered Hijaz for a second time and carried out another merciless plunder and massacre. People in streets were killed. Houses were razed to the ground. Women and children too were not spared.
Awn bin Hashim (Shairf of Makkah) writes: "Before me, a valley appeared to have been paved with corpses, dried blood staining everywhere all around. There was hardly a tree which didn't have one or two dead bodies near its roots."
1925 Madina surrendered to the Wahhabi onslaught. All Islamic heritage were destroyed. The only shrine that remained intact was that of the Holy Prophet (s).
Ibn Jabhan says: "We know that the tomb standing on the Prophet's grave is against our principles, and to have his grave in a mosque is an abominable sin."
Tombs of Hamza and other martyrs were demolished at Uhud. The Prophet's mosque was bombarded. On protest by Muslims, assurances were given by Ibn Saud that it will be restored but the promise was never fulfilled. A promise was given that Hijaz will have an Islamic multinational government. This was also abandoned.
1925 AD Jannat al-Mu'alla, the sacred cemetery at Makkah was destroyed alongwith the house where the Holy Prophet (s) was born. Since then, this day is a day of mourning for all Muslims.
Is it not strange that the Wahhabis find it offensive to have the tombs, shrines and other places of importance preserved, while the remains of their Saudi kings are being guarded at the expense of millions of dollars?
| The First Destruction of Al-Baqi | for everyone |
The First Destruction of Al-Baqi
The Wahhabis believed that visiting the graves and the shrines of the Prophets, the Imams, or the saints was a form of idolatry and totally un-Islamic. Those who did not conform with their belief were killed and their property was confiscated. Since their first invasion of Iraq, and till nowadays, in fact, the Wahhabis, as well as other rulers of the Gulf States, having been carrying out massacres from which no Muslim who disagreed with them was spared. Obviously, the rest of the Islamic World viewed those graves with deep reverence. Had it not been so, the two caliphs Abu Bakr and Umar would not have expressed their desire for burial near the grave of the Prophet (s).
From 1205 AH to 1217 AH, the Wahhabis made several attempts to gain a foothold in Hijaz but failed. Finally, in 1217 AH, they somehow emerged victorious in Taif where they spilled the innocent blood of Muslims. In 1218 AH, they entered Makkah and destroyed all sacred places and domes there, including the one which served as a canopy over the well of Zamzam.
In 1221, the Wahhabis entered Madina to desecrate al-Baqi as well as every mosque they came across. An attempt was even made to demolish the Prophet's tomb, but for one reason or another, the idea was abandoned. In subsequent years, Muslims from Iraq, Syria, and Egypt were refused entry into Makkah for Hajj. King Al-Saud set a pre-condition that those who wished to perform the pilgrimage would have to accept Wahhabism or else be branded as non-Muslims, becoming ineligible for entry into the Haram.
Al-Baqi was razed to the ground, with no sign of any grave or tomb whatsoever. But the Saudis were still not quite satisfied with doing all of that. Their king ordered three black attendants at the Prophet's shrine to show him where the treasure of valuable gifts were stored. The Wahhabis plundered the treasure for their own use.
Thousands of Muslims fled Makkah and Madina in a bid to save their lives and escape from the mounting pressure and persecution at the hands of the Wahhabis. Muslims from all over the world denounced this Saudi savagery and exhorted the Caliphate of the Ottoman Empire to save the sacred shrines from total destruction. Then, as it is known, Muhammad Ali Basha attacked Hijaz and, with the support of local tribes, managed to restore law and order in Madina and Makkah, dislodging the Al-Saud clansmen. The entire Muslim world celebrated this victory with great fanfare and rejoicing. In Cairo, the celebrations continued for five days. No doubt, the joy was due to the fact that pilgrims were once more allowed freely to go for Hajj, and the sacred shrines were once again restored.
In 1818 AD, the Ottaman Caliph Abdul Majid and his successors, Caliphs Abdul Hamid and Mohammed, carried out the reconstruction of all sacred places, restoring the Islamic heritage at all important sites. In 1848 and 1860 AD, further renovations were made at the expense of nearly seven hundred thousand pounds, most of which came from the donations collected at the Prophet's tomb.
| THE CEMETERY OF JANNAT AL-BAQI | for everyone |
HISTORY OF
THE CEMETERY OF JANNAT AL-BAQI
WHERE IMAM HASAN B. ALI (2ND IMAM), IMAM ALI B. AL-HUSAYN (4TH IMAM), IMAM MUHAMMAD B. ALI (5TH IMAM), & IMAM JA'FAR B. MUHAMMAD (6TH IMAM), PEACE BE UPON THEM, ARE BURIED
On 8th Shawwal, Wednesday, in the year 1345 AH (April 21, 1925), mausoleums in Jannatul al-Baqi (Madina) were demolished by King Ibn Saud.
In the same year (1925), he also demolished the tombs of holy personages at Jannat al-Mualla (Makkah) where the Holy Prophet (s)'s mother, wife, grandfather and other ancestors are buried.
Destruction of sacred sites in Hijaz by the Saudi Wahhabis continues even today. According to some scholars what is happening in Hijaz is actually a conspiracy plotted by the Jews against Islam, under the guise of Tawheed. The idea is to eradicate the Islamic legacy and heritage and to systematically remove all its vestiges so that in the days to come, Muslims will have no affiliation with their religious history.
The Origins of Al-Baqi
Literally "al-Baqi" means a tree garden. It is also known as "Jannat al-Baqi" due to its sanctity, since in it are buried many of our Prophet's relatives and companions.
The first companion buried in al-Baqi was Uthman b. Madhoon who died on the 3rd of Sha'ban in the 3rd year of Hijrah. The Prophet (s) ordered certain trees to be felled, and in its midst, he buried his dear companion, placing two stones over the grave.
On the following years, the Prophet's son Ibrahim, who died in infancy and over whom the Prophet (s) wept bitterly, was also buried there. The people of Madina then began to use that site for the burial of their own dead, because the Prophet (s) used to greet those who were buried in al-Baqi by saying, "Peace be upon you, O abode of the faithful! God willing, we should soon join you. O' Allah, forgive the fellows of al-Baqi".
The site of the burial ground at al-Baqi was gradually extended. Nearly seven thousand companions of the Holy Prophet (s) were buried there, not to mention those of the Ahlul Bayt (a). Imam Hasan b. Ali (a), Imam Ali b. al-Husayn (a), Imam Muhammad al-Baqir (a), and Imam Ja'far al-Sadiq (a) were all buried there.
Among other relatives of the Prophet (s) who were buried at al-Baqi are: his aunts Safiya and Aatika, and his aunt Fatima bint al-Asad, the mother of Imam Ali (a). The third caliph Uthman was buried outside al-Baqi, but with later extensions, his grave was included in the area. In later years, great Muslim scholars like Malik bin Anas and many others, were buried there too. Thus, did al-Baqi become a well-known place of great historic significance to all Muslims.
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| How to increase Blood /Himoglobin in body | for everyone |
How to increase Blood /Himoglobin in body
Food which contains iron should be taken to increase hemoglobin
most important of fruits i know is pomegranate
Iron-Rich Foods
Foods that are a good source of iron include:
* liver
* lean red meats, including beef, p..., lamb
* seafood, such as oysters, clams, tuna, salmon, and shrimp, etc.
* beans, including kidney, lima, navy, black, pinto, soy beans, and lentils
* iron fortified whole grains, including cereals, breads, rice, and pasta
* greens, including collard greens, kale, mustard greens, spinach, and turnip greens
* tofu
* vegetables, including broccoli, swiss chard, asparagus, parsley, watercress, brussel sprouts
* chicken and turkey
* blackstrap molasses
* nuts
* egg yolks
* dried fruits, such as raisins, prunes, dates and apricots
Consume iron rich foods such as clams, oysters, lean beef and beans. All of these foods have differing degrees of iron that help to boost the bloods iron levels.
Food which contains iron should be taken to increase hemoglobin
most important of fruits i know is pomegranate
Iron-Rich Foods
Foods that are a good source of iron include:
* liver
* lean red meats, including beef, p..., lamb
* seafood, such as oysters, clams, tuna, salmon, and shrimp, etc.
* beans, including kidney, lima, navy, black, pinto, soy beans, and lentils
* iron fortified whole grains, including cereals, breads, rice, and pasta
* greens, including collard greens, kale, mustard greens, spinach, and turnip greens
* tofu
* vegetables, including broccoli, swiss chard, asparagus, parsley, watercress, brussel sprouts
* chicken and turkey
* blackstrap molasses
* nuts
* egg yolks
* dried fruits, such as raisins, prunes, dates and apricots
Consume iron rich foods such as clams, oysters, lean beef and beans. All of these foods have differing degrees of iron that help to boost the bloods iron levels.
| Did you know... that the avocado has been called the world's most perfect food? | for everyone |
Did you know...
. . . that the avocado has been called the world's most perfect food? It has achieved this distinction because many nutritionists claim it not only contains everything a person needs to survive -- but it has also been found to contribute to the prevention and control of Alzheimer’s, cancer, heart disease, diabetes and other health conditions.
The avocado (Persea gratissima or P. americana) originated in Puebla, Mexico and its earliest use dates back to 10,000 years B.C. Since AD 900, the avocado tree has been cultivated and grown in Central and South America. In the 19th century, the avocado made its entry into California, and has since become a very successful commercial crop. Ninety-five percent (95%) of U.S. avocados are gown in Southern California.
The avocado, also called the alligator pear, is a high-fibre, sodium- and cholesterol-free food that provides nearly 20 essential nutrients, including fibre, is rich in healthy monounsaturated andpolyunsaturated fats (such as omega-3 fatty acids), vitamins A, C, D, E, K and the B vitamins (thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, biotin, vitamin B-6, vitamin B-12 and foliate) -- as well as potassium.
Foods naturally rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as avocados, are widely acknowledged as the secret to a healthy heart, a brilliant brain and eagle eyes.
Dr. Daniel G. Amen, a clinical neuroscientist, psychiatrist, brain-imaging expert and author of the New York Times bestseller Change Your Brain, Change Your Life counts avocados as one of the top brain-healthy foods that can help prevent Alzheimer's disease. That's not only because of the avocado's omega-3 fatty acid content but also its...
Vitamin E content -- An international journal called Alzheimer’s Disease and Associated Disorders, reported its findings from years of clinical trials -- high doses of Vitamin E can neutralize free radicals and the build-up of proteins to reverse the memory loss in Alzheimer’s patients; reverse symptoms of Alzheimer's in the early stages and retard the progression of the disease;
Foliate content -- helps to prevent the formation of tangled nerve fibres associated with Alzheimer’s.
The virtues of the avocado are too numerous to mention, but here are just a few more health benefits that its nutritional profile provide:
. . . that the avocado has been called the world's most perfect food? It has achieved this distinction because many nutritionists claim it not only contains everything a person needs to survive -- but it has also been found to contribute to the prevention and control of Alzheimer’s, cancer, heart disease, diabetes and other health conditions.
The avocado (Persea gratissima or P. americana) originated in Puebla, Mexico and its earliest use dates back to 10,000 years B.C. Since AD 900, the avocado tree has been cultivated and grown in Central and South America. In the 19th century, the avocado made its entry into California, and has since become a very successful commercial crop. Ninety-five percent (95%) of U.S. avocados are gown in Southern California.
The avocado, also called the alligator pear, is a high-fibre, sodium- and cholesterol-free food that provides nearly 20 essential nutrients, including fibre, is rich in healthy monounsaturated andpolyunsaturated fats (such as omega-3 fatty acids), vitamins A, C, D, E, K and the B vitamins (thiamine, riboflavin, niacin, pantothenic acid, biotin, vitamin B-6, vitamin B-12 and foliate) -- as well as potassium.
Foods naturally rich in omega-3 fatty acids, such as avocados, are widely acknowledged as the secret to a healthy heart, a brilliant brain and eagle eyes.
Dr. Daniel G. Amen, a clinical neuroscientist, psychiatrist, brain-imaging expert and author of the New York Times bestseller Change Your Brain, Change Your Life counts avocados as one of the top brain-healthy foods that can help prevent Alzheimer's disease. That's not only because of the avocado's omega-3 fatty acid content but also its...
Vitamin E content -- An international journal called Alzheimer’s Disease and Associated Disorders, reported its findings from years of clinical trials -- high doses of Vitamin E can neutralize free radicals and the build-up of proteins to reverse the memory loss in Alzheimer’s patients; reverse symptoms of Alzheimer's in the early stages and retard the progression of the disease;
Foliate content -- helps to prevent the formation of tangled nerve fibres associated with Alzheimer’s.
The virtues of the avocado are too numerous to mention, but here are just a few more health benefits that its nutritional profile provide:
* Monounsaturated Fats -- These types of fats help control triglycerides in the bloodstream, lower blood cholesterol and control diabetes.
* Foliate -- This water-soluble B vitamin promotes healthy cell and tissue development. According the National Institute of Health's Office of Dietary Supplements, "This is especially important during periods of rapid cell division and growth such as infancy and pregnancy. Foliate is also essential for metabolism of homocysteine and helps maintain normal levels of this amino acid." * Lutein -- This is a carotenoid (a natural pigment) that protects against cataracts and certain types of cancer, and reduces the risk of macular degeneration, the leading cause of blindness in adults 65 years of age and older. Avocados contain 3 or more times as much lutein as found in other common vegetables and fruits. • Oleic acid and Potassium -- Both of these nutrients also help in lowering cholesterol and reducing the risk of high blood pressure. |
You can add avocados to your diet in many ways:
1) the easiest way is to cut the avocado in half and sprinkle it with herbal seasoning or maple syrup.
2) Chop the avocado and add it to a salad, or use it as a topping or side garnish for soup.
3) Mash an avocado and spread it on bread or a bagel (in place of butter or cream cheese).
4) Cut an avocado in half and fill the little hollow (left after you remove the pit) with your favourite healthy topping such as herbed rice or couscous.
5) Make an avocado dressing or the crowd-pleasing guacamole dip to add flavour to raw or steamed vegetables. You can easily find many avocado recipes online.
Blended with fruit, avocados make a rich and delicious snack, side dish or dessert -- and produces highly-nutritious baby food which delivers "good fat" for baby's brain and physical development.
Before you indulge in avocados to your heart's content, however, remember that they have lots of calories because of their fat content. According to WebMD, "A medium-sized avocado contains 30 grams of fat, as much as a quarter-pound burger. That's why diet experts have long urged Americans to go easy on avocados in favour of less fatty fruits and vegetables. But now nutritionists are taking another look. They're finding that most of the fat in an avocado is monounsaturated -- the "good" kind that actually lowers cholesterol levels. Thanks to this new understanding, the U.S. government recently revised its official nutrition guidelines to urge Americans to eat more avocados.
1) the easiest way is to cut the avocado in half and sprinkle it with herbal seasoning or maple syrup.
2) Chop the avocado and add it to a salad, or use it as a topping or side garnish for soup.
3) Mash an avocado and spread it on bread or a bagel (in place of butter or cream cheese).
4) Cut an avocado in half and fill the little hollow (left after you remove the pit) with your favourite healthy topping such as herbed rice or couscous.
5) Make an avocado dressing or the crowd-pleasing guacamole dip to add flavour to raw or steamed vegetables. You can easily find many avocado recipes online.
Blended with fruit, avocados make a rich and delicious snack, side dish or dessert -- and produces highly-nutritious baby food which delivers "good fat" for baby's brain and physical development.
Before you indulge in avocados to your heart's content, however, remember that they have lots of calories because of their fat content. According to WebMD, "A medium-sized avocado contains 30 grams of fat, as much as a quarter-pound burger. That's why diet experts have long urged Americans to go easy on avocados in favour of less fatty fruits and vegetables. But now nutritionists are taking another look. They're finding that most of the fat in an avocado is monounsaturated -- the "good" kind that actually lowers cholesterol levels. Thanks to this new understanding, the U.S. government recently revised its official nutrition guidelines to urge Americans to eat more avocados.
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O my Allah, the honour of being Your servant is sufficient.
I am proud of the fact that You are my Lord.
You are just as I want, so make me just as You like me to be. الهي كفى بي عزّا أن أكون لك عبدا ، وكفى بي فخرا أن تكون لي ربّا
I am proud of the fact that You are my Lord.
You are just as I want, so make me just as You like me to be. الهي كفى بي عزّا أن أكون لك عبدا ، وكفى بي فخرا أن تكون لي ربّا
... أنت كما أُحبُّ ، فاجعلني كما تحبُّ
"When Allah takes something from your grasp, He's not punishing
"When Allah takes something from your grasp, He's not punishing
you, but merely opening your hands to receive something better."
(sent by sis Mariam R. Jiwa)
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Now that we have achieved what we could during the Month of Ramadhan and are ready Insha'Allah to receive our rewards during the coming days Where do we go from here?
We have a choice:
· We can go back to our pre-Ramadhan routines, default to our old habits and fall back into our ruts; or,
· We can embark on a new beginning to strive to be even better for the rest of the year, or
· We can draw a personal plan TONIGHT, with specific targets to achieve, some of the following objectives:
On a personal level:
· Continuing on the learning, recitation, study, and reflection on the Qur’an with specified, challenging but attainable daily/weekly targets.
· Encourage and associate with other Muslims who are doing good, ignoring their imperfections.
· Improving our 'social and business dealings conduct and behaviour' to the level of Islamic excellence.
· Loving and hating for Allah only (i.e. on the basis and reason of Islam only) not on parochial, ethnic or linguistic basis.
· Standing up for justice and for the rights of the persecuted people of the world on a regular basis.
· Increasing the level of active and regular involvement and participation in the Islamic activities of our local community.
· Making meaningful contributions to Islamic work, Islamic propagation, promotion of proper Islamic understanding, etc.
· Voting only and only on the basis of a candidate’s level of sincerity, Islamic knowledge, practice and Taqwa.
· Getting rid of bad habits on a permanent basis. Practice makes perfect & we had 30 days of solid practice.
On a community level:
· Standing up for justice and for the rights of the persecuted people of the world in a carefully planned and organised manner with set goals and targets.
· Improving the state of our organisation (regimentation and discipline), orderly behaviour and socio-political structures and practices.
· Attaining unity on a neighbourhood, city and region level (how can we dream of unity or complain about disunity of Muslims internationally when we cannot work together in our neighbourhood?).
· Establishing and professionally operating social service institutions such as comprehensive counselling facilities, abuse shelters etc. for our community members.
· Setting and achieving targets for Islamic propagation.
· Cooperating effectively with non-Muslims organisations that are working for common causes and issues.
· Electing Imams/leaders from local talent pools as far as possible, as they are aware of our local problems and aspirations.
· Running Muslim affairs openly, democratically and with full participation and consultation of the community.
· Keeping the interest of our country, its laws and our communities in the forefront, with emphasis on Commands of Allah (SWT).
Some of the ideas mentioned above may seem farfetched and unrealistic. However, these are just ideas and guidelines.
Why not formulate your own list, and check it at the end of next Ramadhan as to how much and what you have achieved.
REMEMBER, ONE WHO DOESN'T PLAN HIS OR HER OWN LIFE, WILL ALWAYS BE A SLAVE AND A FOLLOWER TO SOMEONE ELSE'S PLAN!!!!!
O my Allah, the honour of being Your servant is sufficient.
I am proud of the fact that You are my Lord.
You are just as I want, so make me just as You like me to be. الهي كفى بي عزّا أن أكون لك عبدا ، وكفى بي فخرا أن تكون لي ربّا
I am proud of the fact that You are my Lord.
You are just as I want, so make me just as You like me to be. الهي كفى بي عزّا أن أكون لك عبدا ، وكفى بي فخرا أن تكون لي ربّا
... أنت كما أُحبُّ ، فاجعلني كما تحبُّ
(sent by sis Mariam R. Jiwa)
posted by ABBAS ALAM @ 06:09
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