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SAO PAULO, Brazil – An international cruise ship was placed under quarantine in southeastern Brazil after hundreds of passengers were stricken with vomiting and diarrhea, health authorities said Thursday

At last 310 people suffered “some kind of food poisoning aboard” the Vision of the Seas, operated by Royal Caribbean International, a spokeswoman for the National Agency for Sanitary Vigilance said. She spoke on condition of anonymity, in line with department policy.

Read more: Brazil officials say 310 stricken by food poisoning on cruise ship in Brazil

Cancer is no longer thought to be solely the product of factors outside of our control such as heredity or accidental contact with toxic pollutants. In fact, scientists believe there is a great deal we can do to reduce our risk of developing the disease.

The 2007 Expert Report by the World Cancer Research Fund (WCRF) found that the food we eat and other lifestyle choices such as daily physical activity and maintaining a healthy body weight are key to preventing cancer. This epic report – which was five years in the making and reviewed 7,000 large-scale studies – found that an unhealthy diet is linked to about one third of all cancer cases.

Shopping list of food linked to cancer prevention

• Plant-based food
• Cruciferous vegetables, including broccoli, cauliflower, kale, Brussels sprouts, bok choy, kale
• Foods containing folate, including liver, spinach, beans, broccoli, oranges, lettuce, avocado, and asparagus
• Onions, chives, leeks and garlic
• Carrots & sweet potatoes
• Mushrooms, including shitake, maitake, and reishi
• Fruits- grapefruits, red grapes, papayas, berries (rasberries, blueberries, strawberries)
• Tomatoes
• Brazil nuts, sunflower seeds and fish

Avoid these

• Salty foods and foods processed with salt
• Alcohol consumption
• Sugary drinks
• Energy-dense foods, such as high in fats and/or sugars & low in nutrients and fiber

The entire article is here: Foods that prevent cancer.

By Oz Garcia, Ph.D

Chew on this…

Reach for these items next time you’re feeling under pressure, under the weather, or just too close to that breaking point. Munching on these stress-free foods will help pull you back into the game.

Oranges
A German study in Psychopharmacology found that vitamin C helps reduce stress and return blood pressure and cortisol to normal levels after a stressful situation. Vitamin C is also well-known for boosting your immune system.

Sweet Potatoes
Sweet potatoes can be particularly stress-reducing because they can satisfy the urge you get for carbohydrates and sweets when you are under a great deal of stress. They are packed full of beta-carotene and other vitamins, and the fiber helps your body to process the carbohydrates in a slow and steady manner.

Dried Apricots
Apricots are rich in magnesium, which is a stress-buster and a natural muscle relaxant as well.

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• American Airlines saved $40,000 in 1987 by eliminating one olive from each salad in first class.
• Toxic house plants poison more children than household chemicals.
• You burn more calories sleeping than you do watching television.
• In the 1800’s, people believed that gin could cure stomach problems.
• McDonalds calls frequent buyers of their food heavy users.
• Americans ate eight million more orders of french fries and almost six million more hamburgers this year compared to last.
• Rats destroy an estimated 1/3 of the world’s food supply each year.
• Consuming chocolate was once considered a sin during the 16th and 17th century.
• Coca-Cola used to contain cocaine when it was initially introduced.
• Acorns were used as a coffee substitute during the American Civil War.
• Chocolate was used as medicine during the 18th century. It was believed that chocolate could cure a stomach ache.
• The only “real” food that U.S. Astronauts are allowed to take into space is pecan nuts.

With the tragic earthquake & unfolding events in Haiti now fresh in the public’s mind, it’s important to have a plan so that you’re prepared to deal with the difficulties of a natural disaster.

You can be part of the international relief effort be helping out: Support Disaster Relief in Haiti

When a disaster occurs, you might not have access to food, water and electricity for days, or even weeks. Store enough emergency food to provide for you and your family for at least 3 days.

• Store food items that are familiar, rather than buying special emergency food. Consider any dietary restrictions and preferences you may have.
• Ideal foods are: Shelf-stable (no refrigeration required), low in salt, and do not require cooking (e.g. canned fruit, vegetables, peanut butter, jam, low-salt crackers, cookies, cereals, nuts, dried fruit, canned soup or meats, juices and non-fat dry milk).
• Mark a rotation date on any food container that does not already have an expiration date on the package.
• Include baby food and formula or other diet items for infants or seniors.
• Store the food in airtight, pest-resistant containers in a cool, dark place.
• Most canned foods can safely be stored for at least 18 months. Low acid foods like meat products, fruits or vegetables will normally last at least 2 years. Use dry products, like boxed cereal, crackers, cookies, dried milk or dried fruit within six months.
• After a power outage, refrigerated food will stay cold longer if you keep the door closed. Food should generally be consumed within 4 hours. Food in the freezer will normally remain safe for 2 days.

By Amy Painter

The erotic power of food has been celebrated for centuries. Casanova was said to share oysters with his paramours to whet their sexual appetites. Greek and Roman cultures enjoyed a parade of ripe fruits and exotic dishes before engaging in sensual pleasures. It has even been said that a delicious meal is the quickest way to a man (or woman’s) heart. Afterall, what courtship would be complete without a romantic dinner?

Nutrition plays a vital role in love and lovemaking. The quality of our diet has a great deal to do with the quality of our sex. Many nutritious foods can stir libido, revive sexual function and enhance overall health, especially when served up in a sensual way.

Healthy Ingredients for “Gourmet Love”
The dietary ingredients for a lifetime of wonderful sex include a variety of fresh, wholesome fruits and vegetables, and lean proteins. Complex carbohydrates should be the centerpiece of a healthy sex diet, with lean proteins comprising about 20% to 30% of daily calories, advises Chris Meletis, N.D., chief medical officer at the National College of Naturopathic Medicine. Meals rich in fruits and vegetables provide beneficial nutrients that keep organs in peak condition and energy at maximum levels, both of which are essential for lovemaking.

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Contributed by Amy Toffelmire

A French epicurean once said, “Tell me what you eat, and I will tell you what you are.” But can eating certain foods make you smarter, happier, or more able to constructively respond to stress? Could junk food lead to a junk attitude? Connections are being made all the time between the foods we eat and the way we feel, think, and act.

Did you know, for instance, that depression and aggression have been linked to diets that are high in harmful fats and low in beneficial fruits and veggies? Or that eating fish and seafood may reduce the risks of developing dementia and Alzheimer’s disease? Or that tea may bring on a calm yet alert state of mind?

Memory, alertness, and mood can all be impacted by your nutritional choices. And while intelligence and mental functions are complex and involve many bodily systems and processes, there are a few key nutrients that could help to boost your cerebral stamina.

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