Munching on popcorn during movies may be healthier than you think. New research says the popular snack food can actually help prevent cancer, according to a study led by Dr. Joe Vinson of the University of Scranton in Pennsylvania.
The chemist and his team of scientists found that popcorn contains surprisingly large levels of antioxidants called poly phenols, which help reduce the risk of heart disease, cancer and other diseases.
Our feet constantly take the pressure, wear and tear of getting us from point A to point B, leaving them feeling achy and worn. Giving a foot massage, whether to yourself or to a friend, is a special relaxing treat that releases tension instantly. Read on to learn how to … Read more
Snacks play a major role for everyone who wants to have a healthy balanced diet. Practically, a quick snack helps keep the energy level and, what’s more important, can keep you from eating too much at one meal. But you need to pay attention to what snack you choose. Fruits, … Read more
Many people think of food waste as a benign substance. It rots down in the landfill anyway, so no problem, right? Wrong! For food to compost properly, it needs light and air. In the landfill, it has neither. Instead, food devoid of light and air produces methane gas, which contributes … Read more
Some medical experts in consultation with Islamic scholars have contributed to the following meal plan choices during the fasting month: Suhur: A bowl of porridge with milk, one slice of toast and a handful of unsalted nuts. Iftar: Pitta bread with chicken, salad and hummus and one or two Middle-Eastern … Read more
Food and Drug Administration warned parents this January, not to pour hot liquids into plastic baby bottles and also to discard bottles once they get scratched. Otherwise, a potentially harmful chemical, known as bisphenol A (BPA) might leach out of the plastic. BPA has been used since the 1960s to … Read more
Let’s not mistake the early morning for an easy task. Though there are some who manage to jump effortlessly from slumber to the bathroom sink, this particular breed hails from alien planets and possess superhuman powers to resist the all-too-common mayhem that is our morning routine. For the rest of … Read more
1. Fruits:
Nature’s candy is so good for you; it’s kind of unbelievable. A great source of healthy carbohydrates, fruit fiber slows sugar absorption so you burn it off more efficiently. And fruit is loaded with lots of super vitamins like my favorite, vitamin C.
2. Vegetables:
There’s a reason Mom insisted you eat all those Brussel sprouts. Many
Traditionally, Muslims break their fast with dates. This practice began with the Prophet Muhammad (SAW). He would break his fast with dates. There are many hadiths in which Prophet Muhammad (SAW) encourages Muslims to eat dates. No Ramadan iftar is complete in a Muslim household without dates. Sales of dates … Read more
