http://www.pickarticle.com/ Articles at Pick Article Directory - Submit Your Articles en-us http://www.pickarticle.com/business/entrepreneurship/minority/benefits-of-acai-berry-fruit.html http://www.pickarticle.com/business/entrepreneurship/minority/benefits-of-acai-berry-fruit.html Thu, 17 Dec 2009 11:13:25 -0600 Acai Berry is a grape like fruit with a small round shape and black purplish color. It has lesses pulp compared to grapes. It has a single large seed inside. They are consumed by the Amazon people of Brazil and are a very important component of their food. These fruit have the tendency to deteriorate very fast after its harvest due to its high fatty content. It is used by several companies to produce drinks. The seeds of acai berry can be ground and can be used for livestock. They have antioxidant properties. It helps in increasing energy levels and its juice aids the digestive system.

Acai Berry has numerous health benefits:

1. Improves mental clarity and promotes sound sleep.
2. Supplies the body with vital vitamins and cleans and detoxifies the body of infectious toxins.
3. Builds the immune system.
4. Helps in fighting cancerous cells.
5. Helps in regulating cholesterol levels
6. Reduces inflammation.
7. Helps in proper functioning of heart
8. Increases circulation.
9. Improves vision of eye.
10. Enhances sexual desire and performance.
11. Helps in diabetes.
12. Decreases the incidence of stroke and heart attack.
13. Increases metabolism and reduces weight.
14. Helps in strengthening of bones.

Acai Berry contains amino acid, protein, Vitamin A, B1 and E and electrolytes which makes it a miracle drink. These small fruit has unlimited benefits and no side effects which has amazed the researchers. Further research is carried out to find more benefits of this fruit. It is very safe to consume this fruit and the drinks made out of it.

]]> http://www.pickarticle.com/business/entrepreneurship/minority/some-latest-importance-of-calcium-for-our-body.html http://www.pickarticle.com/business/entrepreneurship/minority/some-latest-importance-of-calcium-for-our-body.html Fri, 11 Dec 2009 10:51:21 -0600 The most abundant mineral in human body is calcium and 99% of the total calcium is in our bones and teeth and the remaining 1% is in tissues and fluids.It is very necessary for maintaining body health. Our body needs it for proper functioning of nerves and muscles and also to keep our bones and teeth strong. It is also needed for blood clotting. Usually calcium deficiency causes due to inadequate intake of calcium. When blood drops calcium it borrows it from bones. If a person’s diet does not contain sufficient amount then calcium would not be available in the bones to keep it strong. Calcium deficiency causes diseases like Arthritis, High Blood Pressure, Osteoporosis etc. The symptoms of the deficiency are Poor Sleep, Weakness in bones, Irritable Nerves, Cramp pains in legs, Irregular heart etc.
Rich Sources of calcium are:

(1) Dairy products like Milk, Yoghurt, butter and cheese
(2) Green leafy vegetables like spinach, Chinese cabbage, kale and broccoli.
(3) Nuts and seeds like almonds, brazils and sesame seeds.
(4) Tofu and dry fruits.
(5) Canned Salmon and Sardines.
(6) Cereals and Crackers.
(7) Orange juice, Ice cream, Oysters and Ricotta.
(8) Hard Water.
(9) Lean meats, poultry and eggs.
(10) Beans and nuts.

It is important for formation of bones and teeth, coagulation of blood, transformation of light to electrical impulses in the retina, young children for rapid growth of bones, for mother during pregnancy and lactation period etc. It is also available as a dietary supplement and is present in some medicines.

It is also needed for blood clotting. Usually calcium deficiency causes due to inadequate intake of calcium. When blood drops calcium it borrows it from bones. If a person’s diet does not contain sufficient amount then calcium would not be available in the bones to keep it strong. Calcium deficiency causes diseases like Arthritis, High Blood Pressure, Osteoporosis etc.

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