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Quercetin is a phytochemical that is part of the colouring found in the skins of apples, red onions and cranberries. It is a natural antioxidant, anti-inflammatory agent and antihistamine.

Quercetin’s antihistamine action may help to relieve allergic symptoms and asthma symptoms. Its anti-inflammatory properties may help to reduce pain from disorders such as arthritis. Recent scientific research shows that quercetin could be an aid to preventing cancer, in particular prostate and pancreatic cancer. Quercetin may also help reduce symptoms of ailments such as fatigue, depression and anxiety. Note that – to date – research is still underway.

Quercetin is also found in other common foods such as tea, nuts, berries, cauliflower and cabbage, however, in much smaller quantities. By increasing your intake of apples and red onions your diet and health will generally improve. Quercetin can be also be bought in health shops as a dietary supplement in the form of a vitamin supplement, or in energy drinks, or in green tea extract.

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Once again – in my opinion – Sydney in Australia have produced another fantastic fireworks display to welcome in the new year.

I just couldn’t resist posting this seasonal video. Enjoy! I expect it should go in the Pet Care category!

Joining an affiliate program is a great way to start earning a sizeable income on the Internet without many of the hassles that come with running your own business. Follow these basic rules to find the right one for you.

1. Find a great quality product or service

Remember that any recommendation you make will reflect directly on you. If you recommend a great quality product, the people you recommend it to will always trust you and be interested in future recommendations that you make. If you recommend a bad quality product, people will likely hesitate to act on any future offers you recommend. Only recommend products that you truly believe in.

2. Look for an affiliate program that offers top commissions

It is perfectly reasonable for you to expect to be paid 30% to 50% of the profits on each product sold. 5% to 10% is very low. You should look for companies who understand the lifetime value of new customers you refer and appreciate your efforts. Only consider joining programs that show a similar level of respect for their affiliates.

3. Make sure they have a high sales conversion ratio

Make sure that the affiliate program is turning a reasonable number of visitors into sales. If not, then your efforts directing traffic to their website will be completely wasted. A 1% conversion ratio (1 out of every 100 visitors) is quite good, 2%+ is better.

4. Be sure that you will be credited for every sales you make

You should find out what kind of tracking software the affiliate program that you are interested in joining uses. You must look for a program that uses quality affiliate tracking software that is reliable and tracks all (online, by phone, fax, mail orders, etc.) because there are many companies who only track online orders, and this means that you will never get credit for anywhere from 5% – 10% of your affiliate sales. Make sure they have a high sales conversion ratio and a good tracking software.

5. They should allow you to access your sales statistics real time

The affiliate program you join should give you a special username and password that you can use to access your own personal affiliate sales information right on their website. Many affiliate programs have done this, but in case they have not, you should reconsider whether to join them.

6. Look for a program that teaches you to maximize your affiliate sales

A good affiliate program will provide you with everything you need to be successful. They will provide you with traffic-generating banners, text-links, and recommendation letter templates. They will tell you which techniques work well in which circumstances. Find an affiliate program that is similarly dedicated to educating their affiliates.

7. Make sure they are reputable

There have been known caes where people who have worked really hard making a lot of sales for a company, but then have never been paid or forced to wait months and months to get their money. If you have any concerns about a company that you are thinking of doing business with, ask for references and do some checks on them before you join them.

8. Be sure to read all contracts and agreements

Before you join any affiliate program make sure that you read all contracts and agreements very carefully. Pay very close attention to exclusivity clauses in the agreement. Be careful that any affiliate agreement or contract you sign does not restrict you.

Everyday choices such as what to eat for dinner can have an impact on someone with Hepatitis C. Because certain foods can help liver function while others may hinder it, nutritional awareness is a key component of any Hepatitis C health regimen. Specifically, eating asparagus can protect the liver from toxicity.

Increasing the proportion of fruit and vegetables per meal is guaranteed to support your liver’s health. Produce contains fibre and is packed with vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that optimise cellular function. For someone with Hepatitis C this translates to helping fortify and protect liver cells from the inflammation and cellular damage of a chronic liver virus.

According to an article published in the Journal of Food Science, “an extract from asparagus may increase the function of enzymes in the liver and boost the metabolism of alcohol.” Researchers from Korea concluded that, “the leaves of A. officinalis, which are normally discarded, have the potential for use in therapy designed to protect the liver from various harmful insults.”

Due to its anti-cancer effects, asparagus has been used for centuries as an herbal medicine in Asia. In addition, asparagus is purported to have the following properties:

• Anti-fungal
• Anti-inflammatory
• Diuretic

Packed with high levels of folate, amino acids, potassium and Vitamins B and C, asparagus officinalis is a common vegetable that is widely consumed worldwide. According to researchers at the Institute of Medical Science and Jeju National University in Korea, asparagus extract may alleviate alcohol hangover and protect liver cells against toxins.

When NOT to Eat Asparagus
Asparagus contains naturally-occurring substances called purines. Certain individuals who are susceptible to purine-related problems should NOT eat a lot of asparagus. Since purines can be broken down to form uric acid, excess accumulation of purines in the body can lead to excess accumulation of uric acid. Thus, those with ailments due to uric acid build-up should be advised to limit or avoid purine-containing foods such as asparagus. Examples of such ailments include gout and kidney stones.

I had to post this innovative idea. Taking the stairs instead of the escalator can not only build up your leg muscles and boost your energy level…. but it can also be fun as the following video from Sweden shows.

The potential health benefits of drinking a daily glass of red wine now include fatty liver disease prevention.

Resveratrol
An antioxidant known for its presence in the skin of red grapes, resveratrol is generating a lot of interest for its potential benefits for fatty liver disease. After identifying reservatrol’s presence in red wine, scientists began exploring if this compound might be responsible for the low rate of cardiovascular disease in the French, despite their diet renowned for excessively rich, fatty foods. Although there is some evidence that resveratrol may benefit heart disease by reducing blood clot formation, the American Heart Association does not recommend drinking wine to gain these potential benefits.

Resveratrol is found in grapes, wine, grape juice, peanuts and berries of Vaccinum species, including blueberries, bilberries and cranberries. In grapes, resveratrol is found only in the skins with the amount dependant on the following variables:

· The grape cultivar
· The geographic origin
· The exposure to fungal infection
· For wine, the amount of fermentation time spent in contact with the grape skins

Since the amount of resveratrol can vary in food and beverages, the following amounts of this antioxidant in different items are an approximation:

· 5 ounce glass of Spanish red wine = .29 – 1.89 mg resveratrol
· 5 ounce glass of global red wine = .30 – 1.07 mg resveratrol
· 5 ounce glass of Spanish red grape juice = .17 – 1.30 mg resveratrol
· 1 cup of raw peanuts = .01 – .26 mg resveratrol
· 1 cup boiled peanuts = .32 – 1.28 mg resveratrol
· 1 cup peanut butter = .04 – .13 mg resveratrol
· 1 cup red grapes = .24 – 1.25 mg resveratrol

Therefore, until the experts condone a daily glass of red wine to prevent fatty liver disease – munching on red grapes, boiled peanuts or sipping grape juice could help prevent fatty liver disease – without any of alcohol’s associated risks.

• Coconut water settles the entire alimentary canal. It promotes quick healing of jaundice.
• Sugar cane juice helps cure hepatic dysfunction. The sugar content is extremely high and helps  the liver fight the disease/infection. Mix 1 lime in the juice to speed up the cure. Lime protects the liver cells from further damage.
• All fats must be stopped to control jaundice. Cream, butter and oils should be avoided for a period of 3 weeks. After 3 weeks their intake should be restricted.
• Fermented foods should not be eaten.
• Pulses and legumes should be avoided.
• Chelidonium, a homoeopathic medicine, is recommended to cure jaundice. It stimulates a slow liver and combats infection and toxicity. It ameliorates the pain and encourages healing. Chelidonium acts as a liver tonic.

Hyperhidrosis is the excessive sweating of the head, face, hands, armpits and feet. The sweating is erratic, unpredictable and uncontrollable. It is not dependent on hot temperature climates or conditions.

The following tips may help alleviate hyperhidrosis.

Drink more water to lower your body temperature
Drinking more water cools your core temperature and will alleviate some of the excessive sweating.

Drink green tea or sage tea at night
Tea contains an astringent property which will dry out oils and prevent excess moisture from escaping the skin. It essentially drys you from the inside out. In addition to helping your complexion, green tea will neutralize many of the toxins that create the pungent odor in sweat.

Avoid spicy foods, alcohol and caffeine
Onions, garlic, curry, coffee and a whole host of other ingredients are powerful triggers for hyperhidrosis sweating. Cut out some of these cultprits to see gradual but noticeable results. Add leafy greens and tea into your diet for a positive effect on sweating.

Soak in sage tea
Fill a large bowl with room temperature water, put a couple of sage tea bags in the bowl and let the tea dissolve. Soak your hands for 15 minutes in the bowl. Do this soak every day for 5 days to obtain noticeable results.

The sage tea will act as an astringent to dry the skin and prevent excessive sweating for many days to follow. If your hands tan from the tea, wash them with anti-bacterial soap to remove the sage tea residue.

It is advisable – and more convenient – to use either an electric or a hand-held blender to mix the ingredients of the following instant energy drinks.  All energy drinks should be consumed immediately after making them.

Ginseng tea
To prepare ginseng tea, steep five to six slices of ginseng root in one cup of boiling water for ten to fifteen minutes. Add a teaspoon of honey.

Ginseng is a natural energy booster.

Banana energy drink
Take one ripe banana and one glass of skimmed milk. Blend the banana and milk in a blender. Add either a few figs, almonds, dates or raisins to the blender. Add a teaspoon of honey.

Bananas benefit your nervous system. Figs, dates and raisins contain natural sugars to boost energy. Honey nourishes digestion and boosts energy.

Soy energy drink
Take a glass of soy milk. Add a teaspoon of raisins or strawberries. Blend the ingredients in a blender. Add a teaspoon of honey.

Oatmeal energy drink
Take ¼ cup of oatmeal, 4 to 5 almonds and a glass of milk. Blend these ingredients in a blender. Add one teaspoon of honey in the drink.

Oatmeal contains fibre, vitamins and carbohydrates. It is a highly nutritious food.

Honey and bee pollen drink
Take a cup of warm water, one heaped teaspoon of bee pollen powder and one tablespoon of honey. Mix the ingredients together in a blender.  Add ginseng extract for an extra energy boost.

Honey benefits your digestion and is a quick energy booster. Bee pollen contains essential fatty acids and amino acids, and stimulates production of sexual hormones. Ginseng boosts energy and enhances digestion.

Egg yolk and carrot juice drink
Add an egg yolk to one large cup of carrot juice, then mix well with a fork. Add half a teaspoon of spirulina powder for an extra boost.

Carrot juice is highly cleansing and nourishing, and improves blood quality which helps relieve fatigue. Egg yolk stimulates sluggish, exhausted adrenal glands. Spirulina is a super-nutritious vegetable protein.

Soy milk, egg yolk and honey drink
Take a glass of natural soy milk, add an egg yolk and one tablespoon of honey. Blend the ingredients in a blender until smooth.

Soy milk is a protein alternative for pasteurized cow’s milk. Egg yolk contains lecithin which benefits your brain and nervous system. Honey nourishes digestion and provides a rapid energy boost.

Carrot, apple, egg yolk and honey drink
Take a glass of natural soy milk. Add one finely diced carrot, half a finely diced apple, one egg yolk, one tablesppoon of honey and some ginseng extract (3-9 grams in liquid or granulated form). Mix all ingredients together in a blender until smooth.