What Amount of Caffeine Is Of Daily Requirement?

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Even though you just can’t start the day without some caffeine, you should stop and think about how much is too much. If you are a caffeine fan like us, then you need to know about the maximum daily intake of caffeine. Exceeding this amount can have serious consequences.

According to many sources, up to 400 milligrams (mg) of caffeine a day seems to be okay for  most healthy adults. That's about the amount of caffeine in four cups of coffee, 10 cans of cola or two "energy shot" drinks.

Try as hard as you can not to exceed that number, as you could end up having bad side effects such as insomnia, nervousness, restlessness, irritability, stomach upset, fast heartbeat, and muscle tremors.

However, just to be on the safe side, you need to know if you are particularly caffeine sensitive.  If you're susceptible to the effects of caffeine, just small amounts — even one cup— may result in undesired side effects like restlessness and sleep problems.

In conclusion, we know how hard it is to wake up and keep going without caffeine, yet you still need to make sure not to exceed 400 mg per day to avoid the downsides.

Culled from http://www.medicareegypt.com/

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Food Containers and Their Negative Health Effects

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Food Containers 

Food Containers are very important in holding our everyday foods till the time we want to utilize them.

Take a second, think about the materials the food container is made of. Food containers or carriers or holders are made of various materials which can have negative effect on our foods which therein remains as toxin in our body when consumed.

Some may argue that "it doesn't matter," but I tell you it matters a lot, though among all the materials used in holding foods, the safest is the Paper Bag!

Though still criticized by some some few experts to have a little of its limitations too.

During processing of foods let's never expect our foods to go in and out through the processing line without some defects from the contact the food had with the processing vessel's surface, especially those in the liquid or semi liquid (paste) forms.

Be in the know that anytime, especially your foods in liquid forms comes in contact with the surface of its container a reaction must take place but all this depends on the magnitude (%) at which the reaction takes place against time. That's why whole lot of preference is given to packaging material which stores the foods before their shelf life is met...

We still observe that some foods go bad or off taste before their expiration, why?
1. Either the handler was careless made some errors in the composition of the ingredients.
2. The rate at which the container's surface reacts with the food stored.
3. Exposure to light which might catalyze the enzymes in the foods and change the reaction sequence and one or two stability constituent of the food might get be used up or  be lost during chemical reaction.
4. Heat is also a major factor which must be watched out, since heat can denature proteins and we know that enzymes in themselves are protein make up. Then foods stored must be kept away from certain range of heat especially those beyond the room temperature.
and many more other factors.

The above stated also goes for most drugs.

The Big Q is, What Is Being Done to Address Environmental Impacts?
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The Health Benefits of Bitter Leaf and Scent Leaf

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Have you ever suffered from mosquito bite or high blood sugar? Maybe you often have a toothache or a headache. Despite the fact that these health problems are not connected directly, all of them can be healed by using bitter or scent leaves. Scent leaf and bitter leaf are known for their distinctive smell and bright color. But most importantly, they are very good for your health. Keep reading and we will tell you what are the benefits of bitter leaf and scent leaf.

Scent leaves has a distinctive smell and taste, sometimes unpleasant, fragrant or sweet, depending on the way of cultivation. Some of them even can make people who smell it become drunk. From the test results of pharmacological found that Scent has antibacterial activity against Staphylococcus aureus, Salmonella enteritis, Escherichia coli. It also have anti fungal activity against Penicillin notatum, Candida Albanians, Microsporeum gyseum. And the last, larvicides activity against houseflies and mosquitoes, and other insects.

The Scent leaves has fragrant smell and this is a medicinal plant. The shape is branched at the top, with a height of about 50 -80 cm. compared to other similar Scent or even a single species, only Scent has a pale green color (there are also purple). Often we find them growing wild by the roadside. There were also planted in the yard and in the garden.

There are various other diseases that could be faced Scent. In Chinese pharmacology stated that throughout this herb can stimulate absorption (absorption), laxative sweat (diaporetik), urine (diuretic), pain relief (analgesic), blood circulation and cleanse toxins.

The portions of the Scent can be used as a treatment that is the whole herbs (leaves, stalks, stems, flowers), seeds and essential oils. Scent seeds, in addition to deliciously made drinks are healthy.

Health Benefits Of Scent Leaf

1. Cough and phlegm laxative

obtained by squeezing the leaves to remove fluid (or an extract of leaves of Scent). Then take the extract and brew it with hot water. after that drinks at your child or yourself. With drinking extracts Scent leaves water regularly, then your cough will subside gradually.

2. Fever malaria

Scent leaves contain an effective antipyretic substance to reduce fever and cure malaria. To get this benefit, you can brew Scent leaves as tea if your a tea drinkers. Drink it while still warm.

3. Indigestion

Drink brewing scent leaves as tea able to treat digestive problems such as diarrhea, mules, such as in the stomach and others. The content of the essence in the Scent leaves have a calming effect and cools the stomach.

4. Lowering blood sugar

These plants are also able to prevent cancer and reduce cholesterol. In diabetes mellitus, especially non-insulin dependent (NID diabetes), Scent may lower blood sugar levels and protect the pancreas cells that produce insulin from damage.

Randomized study in 1996 showed a decrease in blood sugar levels after eating are significant an at the NID-DM patients. According to research conducted on mice, the content of ethanol in mint efficacious lowering blood sugar levels. Another finding  was awesome, that Scent able to protect body tissue from damage caused by radiation.

5. Relieve heartburn

Scent leaves tea is useful for curing heartburn, coughing, feeling unwell, menstrual pain, fever, malaria, respiratory problems, constipation, appetite enhancer, nausea, postpartum treatments, cleansers and boosters heart.

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How To Make Delicious Mouth Watering Dan Wake (Hausa Delicacy)

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Dan wake as it widely known in Nigeria and around boarders is a delicious meal that is indigenous to the people of Hausa. It is a short time prepared food, can be made in about 20 minutes or less if you can find the already mixed flour.

First of all, you will need the dan wake flour – which is readily available now.

Either that, or you will be using a combination of ground beans Flour or grounded beans powder (2 cups) bao bao ( kuka) (3 teaspoons) and potash (1 teaspoon).

The rest are ground dry pepper (chili), groundnut oil, tomatoes, egg, cucumber, carrots and cabbages (the vegetables are optional).

Remember not to use the solid potash, mix it in a half cup of water. It is just best if you have the ‘already-made’ dan wake flour instead of having to mix it yourself. Whatever the case, you are good.

That is a delicious plate of dan wake, the exact way most Hausas serve it.

It is usually served with ground cayenne pepper, which is also called (yaji), you can also use Suya Pepper alternatively and choice vegetables.

Stock cubes are not really necessary as the pepper already contains natural sweetener but some people choose to sprinkle a little. As “Sweetness” is defined differently by different people

This is another delicious plate.

Other people serve with sauces of different kinds. The meal on its own is almost tasteless, just like prepared eba (garri). You have to serve with some of the following in other to truly enjoy it.

Ground cayenne pepper (yaji)
Suya (suya pepper or spice)
Sliced Vegetables (onions, cabbage, tomatoes, cucumber)
Vegetable/beef sauce.
Stock Cubes
Hard boiled eggs

Here is the recipe for the “Dan wake”. First of all you get the Dan wake flour which is readily available now. You get the flour and mix it with a little water to make a thick paste. When you are done with making the paste, boil water in a pot and proceed to the next level.

When the water starts to boil, keep forming the paste into small balls and throwing them into the boiling water. Allow them to boil for about 10mins(the balls will raise to the top when they are done).

You then strain all the water and rinse with cold water once. Strain and turn it into a plate. Sprinkle some already fried veg/oil and some yaji(dried pounded chilli pepper mixed with some spices).you can eat your Dan wake with some veg salad, boiled egg or some cucumbers mixed with fresh tomatoes. Bon appetite!

Recipe and pictures were supplied by Khadija Aisha. Please send me your own Hausa Food recipe via my private WhatsApp line – 08157668217. Thanks.

There are hundreds of other Hausa foods, little by little, they would all be added to this blog. Remember, you have a role to play. Send me your own Hausa recipe/picture today via my private whatsapp line above. Thanks.

Do you think this is How to prepare dan wake? Tell us what you think using the comment form below. 

Culled from allnigerianfoods.com

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Fighting Hunger Feeding Hope For Hurricane Relief

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It is true that the distance from Wyoming a Central State in the U.S is quite far but the Hunger Relief Program is a plus to victims of the Hurricanes in some States... 
In case you fled to the City of Wyoming or its environs you can as well find solace in getting hunger lashed by their food friendly distribution program.

Fighting Hunger Feeding Hope is our central distribution program, providing food and essentials to more than 245 hunger-relief programs throughout the state of Wyoming. Reliable access to sufficient food is an essential element in building strong and vibrant communities, stable family units, a willing well-educated workforce, and fosters independent living for the elderly.

Hunger relief programs are approved through our Agency Relations department and must have a 501(c)(3) designation or meet a 14 point criterion. Agencies range from small faith-based food pantries to large charities serving hundreds of clients daily.

We encourage you to tour our food bank to learn more about this program. If you’re a hunger relief program, serving people in need in our service area, please contact our agency relations team or visit our Agencies page to obtain an application that can be completed and mailed to us at the following address:

Agency Relations
Wyoming Food Bank of the Rockies
P.O. Box 116
Mills WY 82644

Culled from Wyoming Food Bank of the Rockies.

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Man Escapes After Bathing Wife With Acid (Graphic Photos)

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The victim (wife) is only able to cry after she was left blind and unable to eat or speak when her own husband threw acid over her face in a horrific attack.

Atsede Nigussiem, 26, had been at home when she opened the door to estranged partner Haimanot Kahsai, 29.

Without warning he allegedly poured a corrosive substance all over Atsede’s face leaving her in agony as her five-year-old son Hannibal Kahsai slept inside.

Atsede ran screaming into the street for help from neighbours, while Haimanot fled.

Two months later Atsede is still in pain, her mouth has been melted together so she cannot talk, she is blind in her left eye and at severe risk of losing the sight in her right eye. Culled from madailygist.com

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Foods That Causes Heart Burn And Remedies

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You wake in the night, your chest burning. Sometimes the pain is so intense you think it's a heart attack.

For the 60 million Americans who get heartburn at least once a month, the pain isn't just a small inconvenience. Heartburn can affect almost everything you do, keeping you from sleeping at night and functioning well during the day.

Heartburn: Why It Happens

A muscular ring between the end of the esophagus and the beginning of the stomach normally keeps stomach acid where it belongs -- in the stomach. But in people with frequent heartburn, this area, the lower esophageal sphincter muscle (LES), may not prevent stomach acid from splashing up into the esophagus.

Does this mean you just have to live with heartburn? No! A recent survey conducted by the National Heartburn Alliance (NHBA) revealed that 92% of frequent heartburn sufferers point to food as the primary cause of their digestive discomfort.

So, if a change in diet can help you avoid heartburn, which foods should you choose to lose to help head off the pain?

Heartburn Relief: Food Facts

Though heartburn triggers can vary from person to person, certain food and drinks are more prone to allowing stomach acid to splash up into your esophagus, including:

• Meats. Ground beef, marbled sirloin, chicken nugget-style, and chicken/buffalo wings.
• Fats, Oils & Sweets. Chocolate, regular corn and potato chips, high-fat butter cookies, brownies, doughnuts, creamy and oily salad dressings, fried or fatty food in general.
• Fruits, Vegetables & Juice. Orange juice, lemon, lemonade, grapefruit juice, cranberry juice, tomato, mashed potatoes, French fries, raw onion, potato salad.
• Other Beverages. Liquor, wine, coffee, and tea.
• Grains. Macaroni and cheese, spaghetti with marinara sauce.
• Dairy. Sour cream, milk shake, ice cream, regular cottage cheese.

Foods and beverages like these contribute to heartburn (and the more serious GERD) by lessening the effectiveness of the LES to keep stomach contents in the stomach. Smoking also plays a large role, and carbonated beverages should be added to the list as they can put pressure on the stomach, forcing stomach acid back up into the esophagus.

Avoid the foods and beverages above -- and eat smaller meals -- and you may decrease the amount of reflux from your stomach into the esophagus.

Yet changing what you eat isn't the only way to avoid the horrors of heartburn, there are simple lifestyle changes you can make as well.

Culled from http://www.webmd.com

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How To Prepare African Salad and its Benefits

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African salad is a delicious Nigerian meal that is native to the ndi Igbo (people of Igbo), here is all you need to know about this Nigerian Delicious Dessert and even all the ingredients used in preparing it.

This meal is very popular in the eastern part of Nigeria; it is one of the most Popular Igbo Recipe, I don’t visit this part of the country and come back without having a taste of this Nigerian delicacy.

Abacha – as the Igbos love to call it –  is one of the most popular evening desserts in the eastern villages, it serves best as kola to visitors, as a matter of fact, there are villages in the eastern part of Nigeria that only offer ugba or abacha to visitors and even visitors have come to love and desire the delicious delicacy.

The fresh Abacha (African salad is a by-product of cassava), there are a lot of processes involved with obtaining the fresh abacha that is used in preparing the African salad that we all know .

Most rural dwellers are very familiar with the whole process involved.

The first thing to do (if you live in the village or own a farm) is to obtain cassava tubers, wash thoroughly and boil along with water for twenty to thirty minutes then pill to remove the brown outer layer, and cut to tiny bits.

The sliced cassava is then soaked in water for 18 hours or more. The last thing to do would be to wash thoroughly with clean water then sun-dry and store in an airtight seal. Dried cassava chips can last more than a year if stored in an air tight dry environment.

But if you live in developed cities you probably wouldn’t need to go through this cumbersome and tiresome procedure, just buy every one of the ingredients in the market

Here are all the ingredients that are needed for preparing Abacha (African salad) whether you are within or outside Nigeria. Some of them are extremely required while few of them are optional

Ingredients for African Salads

6 to 8 cups of Abacha (African Salad) {image below}
Ehu 3 seeds (optional)
1 to 2 cups Of Ugba (Ukpaka)
half cup of crayfish
1 to 2 cubes of maggi or knorrAbout 10cl of palm oilEdible powdered potash(1 teaspoon)
salt and pepper to taste.
3 to 5 garden eggs (optional)
Utazi leaves (optional)
Garden egg leaves (optional) (image in the tray below)
Meat/dry fish or stock fish.(optional)

I told you that most Nigerian foods are served with either fish or meat, Even the African Salad (Abacha) is also served with either fish, meat or even stock fish (okporoko), although there is none of that in the image below.

Here is how to prepare African salad.

I like using the dried abacha (as you would find in the plate above) instead of the freshly made wet abacha the only reason is because the former give you the advantage of heating at the beginning for few minutes without being overly wet.

You can either heat or soak the dry Abacha in boiled water for about three minutes, then sieve and keep on a separate bowl.

Blend your crayfish and also slice the onions, garden egg leaves. It is advisable to dissolve the powdered potash in about 5 cl of clean water; this is a trick I employ just to easily filter out unwanted solid materials that is often embedded in potash.

Filter the dissolved potash into a mortar or pot leaving out the residue.

Add about 100ml of palm oil and stir to form a yellowish paste (ncha, as addressed by the igbos), This is the first part to making Abacha (African Salad), add the ground crayfish and pepper, stir, then add the ground ehu if you like.

Ugba is an important ingredient in the process of making African salad, it is considered incomplete without the present of this ingredient. Ugba is usually sold in most Nigerian markets or African shops (if you live outside Nigeria).

Ugba

Add the ugba to the mixture and stir, and then add the abacha, salt. It is advisable to heat the abacha (using the method outlined above) just few second before you use so it doesn’t get cold, as most people in Nigeria like their Abacha to be a little bit warm.

Stir the whole combination and you are almost through with the preparation part.

The garden eggs, the leaves and the onions are used mostly to spice up or for decoration purposes and not added during preparation but while dishing out. They are often sliced and kept aside in different plates or bowls, then added while individual plates are dished out; this also goes for the meat or fish used.

Taste the combination in the mortar or pot, if it is as tasty as you desire, you may also want to turn on the cooker and heat for few minutes if it is not as warm as you desire.

Serve with the meat and also add the garden eggs (sliced) and leaves to individual plate, most people in the rural centers like to take African salad with palm wine. May be a keg of palm wine can give a smooth. Culled from allnigerianfoods.com

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