Friday, August 31, 2007
Homework
Contraceptives
The Pill must be taken daily to prevent pregnancy and it can be very consqequencial if you miss one and can be severe if you miss 3 and continue to have unprotected sex. The Patch that is placed on a certain area of the body once a week this will stay on while swimming or showering, it must be placed on a pert of the body that has minimal hair coverage. The IUD is place in the uterus by a health care provider that can be placed in for 5-10 years, however this can be extremely painful for some women to put in or remove and for thew first couple of months there will be some heavy bleeding and some severe cramping. Only women who have had a child can use this type of birth control. The Emergency Contraception that is taken after unprotected sex to prevent pregnancy, this must be taken within 5 days after sex and better if within the first 3. The implant is placed under the skin in the upper arm to prevent pregnancy, however there are many shortcomings with the implant like spotting or not knowing when to expect your next period because you are not taking soemthing weekly or daily that you can base it upon. The shot a shot that is given every one to three months to prevent pregnancy this why you can choose when you want to reciev your period, however there may be be some spotting.
STI's
FCA’s for this assignment is to include the following for each of the STI’s: 1) What is it? 2) How do you get it? 3) What are the symptoms? 4) How can you know for sure? 5)How is it treated? 6) What can happen if you don’t take care of it?
Chlamydia: Chlamydia is an infection cause by bacteria, and you get it by sexual contact vagianl anal or oral, with someone who has chlamydia. Women don't tend to have symptoms, but can have pelvic pain, vaginal discharge, bleeding after intercourse. Men may have no symptoms, painful peeing, discharge from the penis. You can know for sure by a urine sample, or discharge sample sent to a lab. It is treated by antibiotics. If you don't take care of it, you can get sever infections of reproductive organs, infertility, can pass from mom to baby in childbirth, can spread infection to other sex partners.
Gonorrhea: Gonorrhea is an infection caused by bacteria, and you can get it by sexual contact with someone who has gonorrhea. Womens symptoms are the same as chlamydia including blood/pus from anus and sore throat. Men have the same as women. It is treated with antibiotics, and if you dont take care of it properly, it can cause PID or infertility. It can pass from mom to baby in birth, heart trouble skin issues and or arthritis. It can also spread to other sex partners.
Syphilis: Syphilis is an infection caused by bacteria and is treated with antibiotics, and possible hospitalization. The symptoms are painless sores on mouth, penis, vagina anus or elsewhere. You know for sure if you get a medical exam of the sores, and a blood test. If you dont take care of it, you get new sores rash fever hair loss body aches sore throat swollen glands.
At a stage three it does damage to the heart and brain, can cause PID, sever damage to fetus, or death. And can cause death in the person.
HIV/AIDS: Virus that damages the bodys immune system. You get it by sexual contact with someone who has it, via body fluids. The symptoms are unexplained fever, chills, drenching, night sweats, unexplained weight loss, constant diarrhea, dry cough shortness of breath, constant fatigue, unexplained swollen glands, pink purple flat or raised blotches on or under skin, and persistent white spots in the mouth. You know for sure by a blood test or a sure test. It is treated by a mixture of medicines to try to fight the spread of infection and any illnesses.
If you dont take care of it, you develop a life threatening illness, mother can pass to child, and spread to sex/needle sharing partners.
Genital Herpes: This is an infection caused by the herpes simplex virus, and once infected with it, it stays in the body. Medication or cream may speed up healing of sores, or it may prevent future outbreaks. You get it by sexual contact, skin to skin contact, with someone who has it. Virus can be passed even if no sores are present. You get painful blisters that break into open sores, and they dry up and disappear within 5-21 days, and swollen glands. You know for sure if you get medical exams of the blisters, or blood test. If you dont take care of it, the sores will come and go normally with stress and/or illnesses. Can spread virus to sex partners even when sores not present, mother can pass to child in birth, and serious death or illness of child.
Genital Warts: An infection caused by Human Papilloma Virus, and once infected the virus stays in body; no known cure warts may be burned off frozen cut or removed with minor surgery. You get it by sexual or skin to skin contact with someone who has HPV. The virus can be passed without the warts visible. The symptoms include small painless cauliflower like bump that grows in and around the genital area. You might have a slight itching or irritation. You know for sure by a medical exam of the bumps, or a PAP test in women. If you dont take care of it, the warts grow larger, become harder to remove, or spread to new areas. HPV is leading cause of cervical cancer in women. It can be passed from mother to child in birth, and can spread the virus to other sex partners.
Pubic Lice "crabs": Crabs is a parasite that lives in and around your genitals. You get it by sexual contact or simply sharing the bed or clothes with someone effected with it. You will have severe itching, see lice/eggs in the pubes, small dots of blood in underwear. You can know for sure if you get a visual exam of the area. Crabs is treated by using special shampoo/lotion, wash all bedding/clothes, have others checked. If you don't take care of it, they may lead to a bacteria infection, may spread to other people, and the symptoms may get worse.
Tobacco
Other types of methods to quit
There are many different ways that a person can quit using tobacco. Some are basic therapies or treatments, while others are pills or pouches that are on the market but have not been approved or reviewed by the FDA.
The basic therapies and such include:
The Pill must be taken daily to prevent pregnancy and it can be very consqequencial if you miss one and can be severe if you miss 3 and continue to have unprotected sex. The Patch that is placed on a certain area of the body once a week this will stay on while swimming or showering, it must be placed on a pert of the body that has minimal hair coverage. The IUD is place in the uterus by a health care provider that can be placed in for 5-10 years, however this can be extremely painful for some women to put in or remove and for thew first couple of months there will be some heavy bleeding and some severe cramping. Only women who have had a child can use this type of birth control. The Emergency Contraception that is taken after unprotected sex to prevent pregnancy, this must be taken within 5 days after sex and better if within the first 3. The implant is placed under the skin in the upper arm to prevent pregnancy, however there are many shortcomings with the implant like spotting or not knowing when to expect your next period because you are not taking soemthing weekly or daily that you can base it upon. The shot a shot that is given every one to three months to prevent pregnancy this why you can choose when you want to reciev your period, however there may be be some spotting.
STI's
FCA’s for this assignment is to include the following for each of the STI’s: 1) What is it? 2) How do you get it? 3) What are the symptoms? 4) How can you know for sure? 5)How is it treated? 6) What can happen if you don’t take care of it?
Chlamydia: Chlamydia is an infection cause by bacteria, and you get it by sexual contact vagianl anal or oral, with someone who has chlamydia. Women don't tend to have symptoms, but can have pelvic pain, vaginal discharge, bleeding after intercourse. Men may have no symptoms, painful peeing, discharge from the penis. You can know for sure by a urine sample, or discharge sample sent to a lab. It is treated by antibiotics. If you don't take care of it, you can get sever infections of reproductive organs, infertility, can pass from mom to baby in childbirth, can spread infection to other sex partners.
Gonorrhea: Gonorrhea is an infection caused by bacteria, and you can get it by sexual contact with someone who has gonorrhea. Womens symptoms are the same as chlamydia including blood/pus from anus and sore throat. Men have the same as women. It is treated with antibiotics, and if you dont take care of it properly, it can cause PID or infertility. It can pass from mom to baby in birth, heart trouble skin issues and or arthritis. It can also spread to other sex partners.
Syphilis: Syphilis is an infection caused by bacteria and is treated with antibiotics, and possible hospitalization. The symptoms are painless sores on mouth, penis, vagina anus or elsewhere. You know for sure if you get a medical exam of the sores, and a blood test. If you dont take care of it, you get new sores rash fever hair loss body aches sore throat swollen glands.
At a stage three it does damage to the heart and brain, can cause PID, sever damage to fetus, or death. And can cause death in the person.
HIV/AIDS: Virus that damages the bodys immune system. You get it by sexual contact with someone who has it, via body fluids. The symptoms are unexplained fever, chills, drenching, night sweats, unexplained weight loss, constant diarrhea, dry cough shortness of breath, constant fatigue, unexplained swollen glands, pink purple flat or raised blotches on or under skin, and persistent white spots in the mouth. You know for sure by a blood test or a sure test. It is treated by a mixture of medicines to try to fight the spread of infection and any illnesses.
If you dont take care of it, you develop a life threatening illness, mother can pass to child, and spread to sex/needle sharing partners.
Genital Herpes: This is an infection caused by the herpes simplex virus, and once infected with it, it stays in the body. Medication or cream may speed up healing of sores, or it may prevent future outbreaks. You get it by sexual contact, skin to skin contact, with someone who has it. Virus can be passed even if no sores are present. You get painful blisters that break into open sores, and they dry up and disappear within 5-21 days, and swollen glands. You know for sure if you get medical exams of the blisters, or blood test. If you dont take care of it, the sores will come and go normally with stress and/or illnesses. Can spread virus to sex partners even when sores not present, mother can pass to child in birth, and serious death or illness of child.
Genital Warts: An infection caused by Human Papilloma Virus, and once infected the virus stays in body; no known cure warts may be burned off frozen cut or removed with minor surgery. You get it by sexual or skin to skin contact with someone who has HPV. The virus can be passed without the warts visible. The symptoms include small painless cauliflower like bump that grows in and around the genital area. You might have a slight itching or irritation. You know for sure by a medical exam of the bumps, or a PAP test in women. If you dont take care of it, the warts grow larger, become harder to remove, or spread to new areas. HPV is leading cause of cervical cancer in women. It can be passed from mother to child in birth, and can spread the virus to other sex partners.
Pubic Lice "crabs": Crabs is a parasite that lives in and around your genitals. You get it by sexual contact or simply sharing the bed or clothes with someone effected with it. You will have severe itching, see lice/eggs in the pubes, small dots of blood in underwear. You can know for sure if you get a visual exam of the area. Crabs is treated by using special shampoo/lotion, wash all bedding/clothes, have others checked. If you don't take care of it, they may lead to a bacteria infection, may spread to other people, and the symptoms may get worse.
Tobacco
Other types of methods to quit
There are many different ways that a person can quit using tobacco. Some are basic therapies or treatments, while others are pills or pouches that are on the market but have not been approved or reviewed by the FDA.
The basic therapies and such include:
- Atropine and scopolamine combination therapy: This therapy is described as " Some smoking cessation clinics offer a program using shots of the anticholinergic drugs atropine and scopolamine to help reduce nicotine withdrawal symptoms. These drugs are more commonly prescribed for other reasons, such as digestive system problems, motion sickness, or Parkinson's disease. The treatment usually involves shots given in the clinic on one day, followed by a few weeks of pills and wearing patches behind the ear. It may include other drugs to help with side effects as well. Some clinics claim high success rates, but there is no published scientific research to back up these claims. Both atropine and scopolamine are FDA approved for other uses, but they have not been formally studied or approved for help in quitting smoking. Before considering such a program, you may want to ask the clinic about long-term success rates (up to a year). Because these medicines are directed only at the physical aspect of quitting, you may also want to ask if the program includes counseling or other methods aimed at the psychological aspects of quitting." (http://www.cancer.org/docroot/PED/content/PED_10_13X_Guide_for_Quitting_Smoking.asp#other) People may choose this type because they think that one shot and a couple of pills is quicker than several visits to a therapist for hypnosis or acupuncture.
- Hypnosis: This is describe as "an artificially induced trance state resembling sleep, characterized by heightened susceptibility to suggestion." (http://dictionary.reference.com/browse/hypnosis) A person trying to quit may find this helpful because when they are in the trance like state they are more susceptible to opinion and if someone on the outside is telling them to quit, then they are more likely to listen .
- Acupuncture: The dictionary definition for this type of therapy is "a Chinese medical practice or procedure that treats illness or provides local anesthesia by the insertion of needles at specified sites of the body." (http://dictionary.reference.com/search?r=2&q=acupuncture) Also, on the American Cancer Society website it states that "but there is little evidence to support its effectiveness. Acupuncture, when it is done, is typically done on the ears on particular ear sites. Although there is a very weak suggestion that acupuncture might lower the desire for smoking, there still is no solid evidence that it is truly effective as a smoking cessation tool" (http://www.cancer.org/docroot/PED/content/PED_10_13X_Guide_for_Quitting_Smoking.asp#other)
- Laser Therapy/ Cold laser therapy: The American Cancer society describes this as "Cold lasers are sometimes used for acupuncture, with laser beams to stimulate the body's acupoints rather than needles. The treatment is supposed to relax the smoker and release endorphins (naturally-occurring pain relief substances) in the body to simulate the effects of nicotine in the brain, or balance the body's energy to relieve the addiction. Despite claims of success by some cold laser therapy providers, there is no scientific evidence that shows this is an effective method of helping people stop smoking" (http://www.cancer.org/docroot/PED/content/PED_10_13X_Guide_for_Quitting_Smoking.asp#other) The person trying to quit may prefer this over acupuncture because of a needle issue and a laser sounds better than hypnosis and safer than acupuncture. Even though there is not a high success rate there are those cases that do work and people may be a lot comfortable with the idea of lasers and not needles.
- Filters: "reduce tar and nicotine in cigarettes are generally not effective since studies show that smokers who use filters actually tend to smoke more." (http://www.cancer.org/docroot/PED/content/PED_10_13X_Guide_for_Quitting_Smoking.asp#other) So, don't choose this one because it can cause more severe long and short term effects than the other options.
- Smoking deterrents: "such as over-the-counter products that change the taste of tobacco, "stop smoking diets" that curb nicotine cravings, and combinations of vitamins have little scientific evidence to support their claims." (http://www.cancer.org/docroot/PED/content/PED_10_13X_Guide_for_Quitting_Smoking.asp#other) Some people may prefer this type because it is a basic thing that can be picked up at the local pharmacy. There are also so many commercials for things like these, like patches and gum, and people believe what is said and they enjoy the convenience.
- Tobacco lozenges and pouches: " Lozenges containing tobacco, (Ariva, Interval) and small, tobacco-containing pouches (Revel, Exalt) are being marketed as alternative ways for smokers to get nicotine in places where smoking is not permitted, rather than as quit smoking aids. The FDA has ruled that these are types of smokeless tobacco, not smoking cessation aids; therefore, the FDA does not have authority over them. There is no evidence that these products can help a person quit smoking" (http://www.cancer.org/docroot/PED/content/PED_10_13X_Guide_for_Quitting_Smoking.asp#other) People may enjoy these because of their simplicity and convinience, all you have to do is pop one in your mouth like a cough drop and thats it. Also, these can be taken in places where smoking in not allowed.
- Nicotine lollipops and lip balms: "some pharmacies made a product called a "nicotine lollipop". These lollipops often contained a product called nicotine salicylate with a sugar sweetener. Nicotine salicylate is not approved for pharmacy use by the FDA. The FDA has warned several pharmacies to stop selling nicotine lollipops and lip balm on the Internet, calling the products "illegal." The FDA also said "the candy-like products present a risk of accidental use by children." (http://www.cancer.org/docroot/PED/content/PED_10_13X_Guide_for_Quitting_Smoking.asp#other) People may choose these because of their simplicity, they can be used anywhere where smoking is illegal. But families with small children should either not buy them and look for another type, or keep them out of reach where there is no chance that a child can get one.
Shared Projects from Peers
9/24/07
Vitamin Projects:
Joe: 9/13/07Vitamin CVitamin C is essential for our bodies. It is a vitamin that strenghtens our immune system as well by strenghting blood vessels. It also helps build collagen in our body which is needed for tissue repair. So essintially vitmain C plays a major role in the production of antibodies. It can also help reduce the effect of toxions in your body do to alcohol and drugs.It can be found in most fruits and vegtables such as; oranges, grapefruite, broccoli, and tomatoes. People who display easy brusing, prolonged colds, prolonged healing of wounds, and animea maybe deficient in vitamin C. If one has to much vitamin C in their body they may experience nausea or vomiting, abdominal cramps and appear flushed. In conclussion vitiman C is very good for your health but you can overdue causing bad side effects.http://www.vitamins-nutrition.org/vitamin-guide/vitamin-c-ascorbic-acid.html
Micah: My vitamin is vitamin C (ascorbic acid). Without Vitamin c your body cannot stay healthy. Its a vital vitamin because it is healthy for your blood system and nervous system; it also strengthens blood vessels. One key thing that vitamin c does is it helps the collagen tissue which helps against infection and disease. Last but not least, vitamin c helps your body if it is being over worked. For example, if your have a cold or the flu, vitamin c aids the body and strengthens your white blood cells. Some other things that the vitamin does is it can prevent allergies, can improve male fertility, may reduce cholesterol, etc. This vitamin can be found in grapefruit, lemons mango's, tomatoes, strawberries, orange juice, etc. There are many ways to get your share of this vitamin, some being, tablets, liquid formula, a shot from your doctor, your just simply eating some of the key foods that make your body healthy. Some cautions that you should be aware of before taking in vitamin c is if you have: gout, kidney stones, sickle-cell, anemia, and iron storage disease. Some side effects may be, flushed face, headache, mild diarrhea, etc. If your body takes in aspirin the vitamin c will not work as strong. Some ways that you can verify that you have overdosed is: if your face gets flushed, headache, increase in urination, diarrhea, etc.
Sarah E: The Wonder of Vitamin CVitamin C is perhaps one of the most well-known vitamins in our diets. When you visit the super market you will find many products with "a full serving of vitamin C". People use Vitamin C tablets.Vitamin C is required for a healthy immune system, and can help prevent cancer, colds, cataracts, heart disease and aid in the healing of wounds. Vitamin C is also required in the synthesis of collagen in connective tissues.The ascorbic acid in Vitamin C is needed for healthy cell development, healthy gum tissues and is excellent for clearing up infection and preventing cholesterol problems.So Vitamin C is a useful and much need nutrient. What happens if the body is Vitamin C deficient?When devoid of Vitamin C, the gums will bleed, the body is weaker and bruises more easily. You can develop scurvy, the scourge of malnourished sailors. However Scurvy is easily treated with does of Vitamin C.The best dosages tend to be 60 mg per day or 200-300 mg in recent studies. While for pregnant and nursing women it is 75-95 mg.You can however overdose on this vitamin. The symptoms include gastrointestinal complaints, such a diarrhea.Now, if you do not wish to get your vitamin C, in pill form, there are many foods which contain it. Most if not all fruit contain Vitamin C while leafy green vegetables (such as Spinach) contain it as well. When taking the vitamin in pill form do not mix it with aspirin as it could cause stomach pain. Antidepressants and birth control pills can also react with it. It is best to get your vitamin see in the form of fruit or vegetable and snacks fortified with vitamin c (think of those delicious gummy snacks at the grocery store, they're loaded with a full daily value!)
Jen: Thiamine is a very important vitamin because it helps you metabolize your fat, however, it is water soluble, which means that it disintegrates in water. After it is in the body, the water in your body makes it disappear in some parts, but not completely because the nutrients in Thiamine store the vitamin in your muscle tissues. It helps keep your heart healthy along with your digestive system and your nervous system. However, its not able to be stored in the body, minus your muscle tissues, so you have to take in the vitamin frequently to remain healthy.The vitamin, Thiamine can be found in bananas, pork, spinach, breads, yeast, and many more.If you have a Thiamine deficiency meaning that you cant take in and keep Thiamine, or that you just don't eat the proper foods for it, it results in having no nutrition. Or, if you are an alcoholic, the alcohol takes away the nutrition that some of your foods, and can lead to death or wasting.
Josh: Overview:Vitamin B-2, otherwise known as riboflavin, is readily absorbed from foods, such as meat, dairy products, and fortified grains. This vitamin is essential to energy generation, nerve development, blood cell development, and the regulation of certain hormones.How This Vitamin Works in Your Body:Releasing food energyNormal growth and developmentKeeps healthy mucous membranes linings together with vitamin AKeeps healthy brain and nervous system, skin, hair, and blood cellsEssential for iron, pyridoxine, and niacin functionsCould increase growth of body during development stagesPotential treatment for cheilitisThe following may benefit from this supplement:People with needed nutritional supplementsPregnant or breastfeeding womenSubstance abusersPeople with excess stress or who have undergone recent surgeryHyperthyroidism sufferersParticipants in vigorous physical activityWhere This Vitamin is Found:BananasBeef liverDairy productsEggsEnriched breadsFortified cerealsHamMixed vegetablesPorkTunaWheat germHow to Use:Available as:Liquid: the best form due to its high bioavailability and fast absorption. Always choose liquid as your first choice when supplementing your diet.Tablets: availableRecommended Daily IntakesMen: 1.3 mgWomen: 1.1 mgPregnancy: 1.4 mgLactation: 1.6 mgCautions:Consult your doctor if you have:Are or planning to be pregnant.Over 55:Increased need for riboflavin.Pregnancy:Keep within DRI.Breastfeeding:Keep within DRI.Storage:Heat and/or moisture may alter the vitamin. Refrigeration is recommended.Symptoms of Deficiency:Symptoms include red, swollen, cracked mouth and tongue; fatigue; depression; anemia; and greasy, scaly skin. The formation of cataracts may be a result of this vitamin deficiency.Overdose:Signs of Overdose:None expected in individuals with normal kidney functioning. However, in rare cases, symptoms may be itching, numbness, a burning sensation, or light sensitivity.Side Effects:Reaction or effect : What to doYellow urine (in large doses) : No needed action. Interactions:Interacts with : Combined effectAntidepressants (tricyclic) : Reduces B-2 efficacy. Phenothiazines : Reduces B-2 efficacy.Probenecid : Reduces B-2 efficacy. Alcohol/Tobacco products : Reduces B-2 efficacy.
Beth: Vitamin B3, or Niacin, is a vitamin that is like other B vitamins it creates enzymes that are a key to changing food into energy, combining hormones, repair genetic material, and keeps the nervous system functioning. It is needed for 50 body processes. You can get vitamin B3 from things like, Beef liver, Brewer’s yeast, the white meat of a chicken, dried beans and peas, fortified cereals, halibut, peanut butter, peanuts, pork, potatoes, salmon, soybeans, swordfish, tuna and turkey. This vitamin can help with treating pellagra, can decreases cholesterol, if taken in large doses can dilate blood vessels, it helps handle ear ringing and dizziness, its great for genetic material repair, there can be a reduction in heart attacks, it calms depression and migraine headaches, and possible poor digestion could be improved. Some of the benefits of Vitamin B3 are, it can help people with poor food intake by keeping them healthy, pregnant woman or woman that are breast feeding can help there child by giving them the right amount of vitamins, with substance abusers it can help improve their mental awareness, people that are severe burn or injury patients it can help heal their wounds, infants with disorders that a don't turn there food into energy, and people that have had heart problems it can help also. Vitamin B3 is offered as a liquid or tablet but it is more readily available in liquid due to high bio-availability and it is better due to faster absorption. When digesting this vitamin you should talk to your doctor if you have, diabetes, gout, gallbladder or liver disease , internal bleeding, and glaucoma because it can make you worse if taken to much or to little. There are some deficiencies with taking this vitamin may have dermatitis on you hand and face, lose of appetite, a sore mouth, diarrhea, and depression. If you have had an overdose of this vitamin, you may have body flush, nausea, diarrhea, weakness, light headiness, headache, fainting, high blood sugar, high uric acid, and heart- rhythm disturbance. From this vitamin you can have many different side effects. There is abdominal pain, headache, diarrhea, darkened urine, faintness, feeling hot, and dry skin. Last but not least there can be interaction that might not be good with this vitamin. Most of these interactions happen with medications that you are taking. For example, Antibiotics, Tetracycline, Aspirin, Blood Pressure Medications, Alpha-blockers, Cholesterol-lowering Medications, Diabetes Medications, and Nicotine Patches. The other things that it can interact with are, Anti-diabetics it can lead to a reduction in the anti-diabetic effect, the beta-adrenergic blockers can cause incredibly low blood pressures, tobacco can lead to a reduction in niacin effect, and alcohol can cause an incredible reduction in blood pressure.
Luke: Vitamin B-5 also known as Pantothenic Acid is used by the body to help take carbohydrates, protein, and fat and turn them into energy. There are many benefits of this vitamin, it helps with natural growth, it helps take the food that you eat and turn it into energy, and it can help relieve stress and fatigue. There is a large list of common foods that have Pantothenic Acid in them, these foods include Avocados, Bananas, Blue cheese, Broccoli, Chicken, Collard greens, Eggs, Lentils, Liver, Lobster, Meats, Milk, Oranges, Peanut butter, Peanuts, Peas, Soybeans, Sunflower seeds, Wheat germ, and Whole-grain products. Vitamin B-5 can be taken in different forms, but liquid is the best because your body absorbs it the fastest.There are some minor downfalls to taking Vitamin B-5. If you have Hemophilia(when your blood does not clot) you should consult a doctor before taken extra Vitamin B-5. The only affect of taking too much Vitamin B-5 is diarrhea, if this occurs you should reduce the amount of Vitamin B-5 that you are taking and see a doctor. Vitamin B-5 can limit the effect of the medicine Levodopa. Also its own effects are limited if it is used by a person who uses tobacco products. Vitamin B-5 is a good thing to take to improve your overall health.
Sarah H: Vitamin B-12, also known as cyanocobalamin, acts as a coenzyme for the creation of DNA material. This Vitamin helps cell development and plays a big role in carbohydrates, protein, metabolism and fat. Vitamin B-12 is not found in plant foods but has good sources of this of VitaminB-12 include dairy products eggs fish and meats!This Vitamin helps the development or nerves hair, and skin. This vitamin helps with Alzheimer's and keeps your immune system strongThis vitamin is found in beef, cheese, dairy products and others such as: Eggs,Flounder, Herring, Liverwurst, Sardines, and Swiss cheese. This vitamin is available in liquids and tablets. The recommend daily intakes are for women, 2.4mcg and for men, 2.4mcg. You should keep this in the refrigerator. Symptoms from vitamin B-12 include nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, confusion, and memory loss, and skin itching.
Joyce: Vitamin D also known as Cholecalcifero plays an enormous role in the development of bone growth, Vitamins D is used to absorb calcium and phosphorus from the body to create this bone. In a section from a website it states that Vitamin D can be found in different sources: “Great sources of this supplement include fortified milk, oily fish, liver, and eggs.”(http://www.vitamins-nutrition.org//vitamins-guide/vitamin-d-cholecalciferol.html) There are many benefits that Vitamin D can give to the body by helping prevent substance abusers, nutritional intake, and extended stress. Vitamin D can also help people that do not receive enough sunshine by giving them the needed nutrients, vegetarians that don’t receive enough Vitamin D, and patients that suffer from cystic fibrosis patients. Vitamin D can be found in many different sources, in a section from a website of health listed them: cod-liver oil, egg substitutes, halibut-liver oil, herring, mackerel, salmon, sardines, sunlight, tuna, and Vitamin-D-fortified milk. (http://www.vitamins-nutrition.org//vitamins-guide/vitamin-d-cholecalciferol.html) There are many different ways that Vitamin D can be taken or used, but the best way that it can be obtained is through its liquid state. Tablets for Vitamin D can also be taken to help get the needed amount.When taking Vitamin D you should be cautious and consult your doctor and from a statement from a health website it pronounced that:“Consult your doctor if you have:have planned pregnancy while taking vitamin D, epilepsy, heart or blood-vessel disease, kidney, liver or pancreatic disease, chronic diarrhea, intestinal problems, sarcoidosis and if you are over 55:higher potential for adverse reactions and side effects.”(http://www.vitamins-nutrition.org//vitamins-guide/vitamin-d-cholecalciferol.html)There are some symptoms of deficiency that could occur would be weakness in the muscles, bone pain tenderness, osteoporosis, arthritis, cancer and in children rickets.(http://www.vitamins-nutrition.org//vitamins-guide/vitamin-d-cholecalciferol.html) There are many different signs of an overdose of Vitamin D, in a segment of a health cite described these signs:“high blood pressure, Irregular heartbeat, nausea, weight loss, seizures, abdominal pain, appetite loss, mental-and physical-growth retardation, premature hardening of arteriesKidney damage.” (http://www.vitamins-nutrition.org//vitamins-guide/vitamin-d-cholecalciferol.html)There are many different side effects that are caused by Vitamin D but these are found to be the most important:The loss of appetite, dry mouth, nausea or vomiting, increased thirst, mental confusion, and headaches. If any of these systems should occur discuss with your doctor straight away.Vitamin D has different sorts of interactions such as:“Anticonvulsants: Vitamin efficacy may be reduced.Barbiturates: Vitamin efficacy may be reduced.Calcitonin: Calcitonin effect reduced when treating hypercalcemia.Calcium (high doses): Risk of hypercalcemia increased. Cholestyramine: Vitamin absorption reduced.Colestipol: Vitamin absorption reduced.Cortisone: Vitamin absorption reduced.Digitalis preparations: Heartbeat irregularities increased.Diuretics, thiazide: Hypercalcemia risk increased.Hydration: Vitamin efficacy may be reduced.Mineral oil: Absorption of vitamin D increased.Phosphorus- containing medicines: Risk increased of too much phosphorus in blood.Primidone : Vitamin efficacy may be reduced.Vitamin-D derivatives: Increased potential for toxicity due to additive effects.Alcohol: Depletes storage of vitamin D in liver”(http://www.vitamins-nutrition.org//vitamins-guide/vitamin-d-cholecalciferol.html)These are very important interactions that Vitamin D can cause and should be taken seriously and looked into every few months.
Charlene: Vitamin E is very beneficial to the body. Vitamin E has makes it so you have a healthy circulatory system. It helps prevent bloot clotting and decreases the wound healing process. Vitamin E also "decreases symptoms of premenstrual syndrom and certain types of breast disease". There have been studies that state, taking large amounts of vitamin E decreases the risk of atherosclerosis. Vitamin E is categorized in the fat tissues of our bodies. This can last from a few days to six months. This can be bad at times though, because if you get too much of it, it will get go to your liver and can cause serious health problems. Some Sources of Vitamin E are:Wheat germVegetable oil and margarineAvocadoWhole grain productsEgg yolkNutsLiverPeanut butterYou cant really overdose on a vitamin but too much of Vitamin E can casue nausea and digestive problems.
Zach: For the first project I had to research vitamin H and what it dose for the body. Vitamin H is received from certain intestinal bacteria, Vitamin H is also known as Biotin. This particular Vitamin is used for boosting metabolism. protects amino acids and set up for the building of protein. this particular virtaman is used for cell growth http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/vitamin-h-000342.htm (that was the one I presented in class and I revised it afterword. ) It is esential for normal growthand development. the benifits are the relive of mussle pain and depression. You can find Vitamin H in split peas, tuna, and walnuts. The best way to take Vitamin H is to take it in liquid for for bioavalibility. The vitamin can be altered if there is moister or heat added. VH can help with the fallowing, Hair loss, dermatitis, anemia, muscel pain,and last loss of appitite. if you drink alchol or tabacco with VH it will not be as succesful. http://www.vitamins-nutrition.org/vitamins-guide/vitamin-h-biotin.html
James: Vitamin K is a group of 2-methilo-naphthoquinone derivatives. There are three notable forms of vitamin K, K1 (phytonadione, phylloquinone, phytonactone), K2 (menaquinones), which can be formed by natural bacteria in the intestines, and K3 (menadione), the most active synthetic form of the preparations K3-K7. Vitamin K plays an important role in blood clotting and bone metabolism. High serum concentrations of undercarboxylated osteocalcin and low serum concentrations of vitamin K are associated with lower bone mineral density and increased risk of hip fracture. Vitamin K supplements may improve bone mass in postmenopausal women. Vitamin K prevents calcification of arteries and other soft tissue. Calcification of organs and other soft tissue is an adverse consequence of aging. Vitamin K may play a role in the regulation of blood sugar. The pancreas, which makes insulin, has the second highest amount of vitamin K in the body. Vitamin K's primary function is to regulate normal blood clotting due to its role in the synthesis of prothrombin. Vitamin K supplements improve bone health and reduce risk of bone fractures, particularly in postmenopausal women who are at risk for osteoporosis. Three vitamin-K dependent proteins have been isolated in bone. Higher vitamin K levels correspond to greater bone density, while low levels of vitamin K have been found in those with osteoporosis. In bones, vitamin K mediates the gamma-carboxylation of glutamyl residues on several bone proteins, notably osteocalcin. Osteocalcin is a protein synthesized by osteoblasts (bone forming cells). The mineral-binding capacity of osteocalcin requires vitamin K-dependent gamma-carboxylation of three glutamic acid residues.The recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for vitamin K is 80 mg per day for adult males and 65 mg per day for adult females, and 5 mg/day for the newborn infant. Rich sources of vitamin K include broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, kale, spinach and soybeans.Vitamin K deficiency is very rare and occurs when there is an inability to absorb the vitamin from the intestinal tract. Vitamin K deficiency can also occur after prolonged treatment with oral antibiotics. Vitamin K deficiency is often the result of impaired absorption rather than not getting enough in the diet. Prolonged use of antibiotics can also cause a low level of this vitamin because they destroy some of the bacteria in the gut that help to produce vitamin K. Newborns are at risk for vitamin K deficiency. This is because their digestive tracts contain no vitamin K-producing bacteria. Vitamin K deficiency in adults is rare. When it occurs, it is found in people with diseases that prevent the absorption of fat. These diseases include cystic fibrosis, celiac disease, and cholestasis. Symptoms of vitamin K deficiency include easy bruisability, epistaxis, gastrointestinal bleeding, menorrhagia and hematuria.There is no known toxicity associated with high doses of phylloquinone (vitamin K1), menaquinone (vitamin K2), or menadione (vitamin K3) and its derivatives. High intake of vitamin K is not recommended for individuals taking anticoagulant medications such as Warfarin (coumadin).
Fruit Projects:
Joe:Apples are a tradition fruite especially used in pies. However they have many benifical effects for our health such as; arthritis, gout, cleansing toxins in our body and are good for weight loss. Apples also have good sources of Copper, Iron, Magnesium, Vitamin C, and Vitamin A just to name a few. Some people believe that you should not eat apple seeds because of the cyanide in them is toxic. Some apples have wax covering them, therefore it is better to buy organicly grown apples or eat ones you grow yourself.
Micah: One fruit that is extremely healthy for you is pineapple. This fruit is generally used for blood disorder, gout, sciatica, digestive problems, inflammation, and weight loss. If you are looking for clacium, potassium, vitamin A, chlorine, sodium, vitamin C, phosphorus, sulfur, and bromelain. The way to test if a pineapple is ripe is if it has a golding brown color to the outside. Also a technique that i have found is if the tassles on the top pull out easily. If a pineapple is grown organically it is ok to eat it/grind it up. This part of the fruit is good for you because the rind is the main source of bromelain.
Sarah E:
Jen:Apples are traditionally used to make apple cider with. The apples that have fallen onto the ground from the trees are normally picked up, and press the juices out so that they run it through machinery. People also use apples for apple pie, apple cobbler...there are many apple-y things.Apples are good source of pectin, a fiber that can lower blood cholesterol and sugar levels. Fresh apples are also good sources of the vitamin C — protects your body's cells from damage. Vitamin C also helps form the connective tissue collagen, keeps your capillaries and blood vessels healthy, and aids in absorbing iron and folate.Some people say that you can eat the whole apple, however that is untrue. The seeds inside of the apple contain cyanide, [poison], and in large amounts could hurt of maybe kill you. Apples should be firm and not bruised. They should be strong and healthy. Apples are free of fat, sodium, and cholesterol. They contain a lot of Vitamin C, that helps in the prevention of cancer.
Josh:
Beth: My Fruit is the lemon. It is tradtionly used for anemia, arthritis, blood, constipation, gout, indigestion, scurvy, skin problems, toxin elimination, and weight loss. A lemon can be a good source of bioflavanoids, vitamin C and potassium. When telling if a lemon is freash it should not have any green on it because that means that has a high acid content. You want a lemon that has a smooth skin, that means that it will have more juice in it. It is important that you know citrus fruits can take calcium from the body if you have too much of them. All of the citrus fruits give citric acid to the body and so it is good to exercise after having a citrus fruit or drink. It is always a good idea to leave the white membrain on the lemon when juicing because ut produces bioflavanoids that helps the body absorb and use vitamin C. The best fruit to use the lemon with is the apple. The three biggest vitamin in the lemon it vitamin C, A and B.
Luke:The traditional medical uses of oranges are for Anemia, Blood, Constipation, Gout, Indigestion, Liver, Lungs, Scurvy, Skin Problems, Strengthening Blood Vessels, and Weight Loss. They are a good source of Calcium, Chlorine, Copper, Fluorine, Iron, Manganese, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Silicon Zinc, B-1, 2, & 6, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Bioflavanoids, Biotin, Folic Acid, and Inositol. The freshness test for oranges is weight and good color. Because an orange is a citrus fruit it should not be take in excess because it can take calcium from the body. Always remove the skin of an orange before eating it. Orange juice should be drunk right after it is juiced to get all of the Vitamin C. The top three vitamins in oranges are Vitamin C, Thiamin , and Riboflavin
Sarah H: Canberries are traditionally used for bladder, hemorrhoids, indigestion, rectal problems, urinary tract problems and weight loss. cranberries are a great soucre for calcium, iron, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, Vitamin A, Vitamin C. When looking to buy canberries, look for cranberries that are firm with a rich and deep color. Important information that you need to know is that canberries are very acidic, which if you drink canberry juice your urine with become more acidic and if you have a urinary tract promblem you should ask you doctor beofre drinking it. Canberrys also contain very high amounts of sugar. Some genral information you need to know about canberries is that they are grown by bogs, the bog water is drained and the cranberry feild is flooded!
Joyce: Lime is usually used for arthritis, skin problems, scurvy, indigestion, constipation and weight loss. The fruit; lime is an excellent source of potassium, bioflavanoid and Vitamin C. When looking for limes they should have a smooth skin which usually has more juice. Some important information to know is that when eating limes this fruit is full of citrus can take away calcium from the body. More information to know is that when drinking a citrus kind of fruit you should exercise, since limes add more acid into the body. There are many kinds of vitamins that can be found inside limes such as; Vitamin E, Vitamin A IU, and Vitamin C.
Charlene: Pinapple is traditionally used for Blood disorders, Digestive problems, Grout, Inflamation, Sciatica, and weight loss. Pineapple is a good source of Calcium, Chlorine, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sodiu,. Sulfur, Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Bromelain. When doing the freshness test you want to look for a golden colored skin that have, sweet aroma to them. Some general information about Pineapple is that its organically grown. The pineapple has a rinda and that is the primary source for the bromelain. The rind is a natural digestive that is also known to be a natural anti-inflammatory. The three main vitamins in pineapple are, Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Vitamin E.
Zach: Cantalope is a good way to solve the fallowing problems Constapation, kidney problems skin disorders, digestive tonic and bladder problems to see if your melon is fresh you put your finger where the vine was attached and push in slightly and then remove your finger the cantalope should stay round. Iy is vary important that you dont mix with the melon wheil jucing melons taste better when drunk alone. A lot of the melons nutriants come from its rind so you want to juce the rined also. The cantalope includes Vitamin A, B complex, and Vitamin C.
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Vegeable Projects:
Joe: Peppers. Traditionally used as a; artery cleaner, enhance eye sight, reduce high blood pressure, and prevents hair loss. It gives a good source of potassium, silicon, vitiman A and C. The best peppers to buy are those that are green or red that have not been waxed. If you are using them in a juice they are both considered green juice. Therefore you want to keep the amount you use small. Another reason to anly use a small amount is that they have a very stronge flavor.
Carrots are used for artherites, cancer, eye sight, and weight loss. They are a good source of calcium, Vitiman B, D, E, K and C. The best carrots are those you grow yourself and can eat fresh right out of the garden. It is best to buy organic if you have to. In juicing carrots you will find that they are very sweet. It is best to mix them with another vegetable such as beats. Some people find that drinking carrot juice turns their skin a yellowish-orange. This is a sign that it is making your liver work to release the toxins within your body. Many people have found that using carrots and apples for juicing increases nutriance and adds flavor. That is why they are the most popular for using when juicing.
Micah: Chicory is a plant with blue flowers. This plant is general used to strengthen your immune system and can rarely be found in salads. Three vitamins and minerals that you can find in chicory is iron, vitamin a, and potassium. When harvesting, you should obviously find the healthiest plants with a mix of white and green color to it. One warning is to not take only due to the fact that the taste is unbearable because of its bitter and sour taste. A few other vegetables that chicory goes well with is carrots and celery.
Although there are many good vegetables out there one that is especially good is tomatoes. Tomaotes are generally used for bladder problems, gout, liver, weight loss, gall bladder problems, kidneys, and skin problems. They are also a good source of Phosphorus, vitamin c, and sulfur. The key to eating a good tomatoe is harvesting it at the right time. Typically, a good hardy tomatoe to eat is a vine tomatoe. These are generally ripe in the mid summer time. One tomatoe that you want to avoid is a hothouse tomatoe. This is so because this type of tomatoe is picked before they are ripe, shipped to where they have to go and then sprayed with a chemical to make them ripe. One interesting fact is that tomatoes are actually fruits even though everyone classifies them as a vegetable. One thing you should be aware of is that tomatoe leaves are actually poisoness. If you eat tomatoes raw, it is actually good for you, it cleanses your liver is good for you circulation. When tomatoes are cooked they make a oxalic acid.
Sarah E:
Jen: Broccoli is extremely useful for medicinal purposes. It helps reduce the speed of cancerous cells that can go anywhere in your body. Broccoli helps repair sun damaged skin, so that it will be as healthy as it could get. The nutrition that helps is called Asphalia. Broccoli is the only vegetable that is less nutritious if it is frozen rather than fresh. You always look at the color of it, of the green ness, and of the leaves on it. Broccoli is a good source of calcium, potassium, folate and fiber. Broccoli has a lot of Vitamin A and Vitamin, which both protect your body's cells from damage.
Basil is traditionally used for herbs in soups and stews. French cooks really like it,and have traditionally used its leaves in soups and salads. Most of the varieties of basil from Asia have a stronger taste than the the European varieties.Basil is a good source of Vitamin K and a very good source of iron, calcium and vitamin A. Its also a good source of dietary fiber. If you buy basil from a store, it normally comes in plastic so that it keeps it fresher on the shelves.It also helps keep healthy cholestoral levels for you bodys cells.
Josh: the first vegatable i had was red cabbage. it is used for many things such as, helping asthma, high blood pressure, hairloss and long problems. it is a good source of Chlorine,Iodine,Potassium, Sulfur,Vitamin B-6,Vitamin C, and Vitamin U. for the freshness test you look for a heavy solid cabbage with the leaves that are full of color. it is important that you remember that sense cabbage is a green juice that your drink only consist of 1/4th green juice to be benaficial. other things to remember is that cabbage can cause some people to have gas and it can also cause mild cramping in the intestains. this happens because cabbage is high in sulfur.some general things, cabbage is cheap and high in nutrients, also it is better for you raw then cooked.
the second vegatable i have is collard greens. this vegatable is known for helping with Asthma, Scurvy,Cancer,Capillary Strength, andCataracts. this vegatable is a good source of Magnesium,Vitamin A, andVitamin C. for the freshness test you want to look for smaller leaves and you want to stay away from yellow looking leaves. important things to know are the collard greens are another green juice so you dont want your drink to consist of more then 1/4th of them. other important things are are high in oxalic acid and should be avoided by those who suffer from or are at risk for kidney stones, gout, rheumatoid rthritis, osteoporosis and those whose stomach is easily irritated. general information on collard greens, Greens are very nutritious foods. Greens are generally speaking harder to digest when you eat them raw due to cellulose walls. When you juice the greens, you extract the nutrients thus bypassing the cellulose walls.
Beth: Collard greens are a vegetable much like spinach or beet greens. They are traditionally used for things like, asthma, scurvy, cancer, capillary, strength and cataracts. they are great source for magnesium, vitamin A and C. When you buy collard greens you want to make sure that it is fresh and to do that you need to look for slightly smaller leaves then then others. Try not to buy Collard Greens which are yellow or withered. When using collard greens in juice you should only make 1/4 of your juice with green.It is important that you don't use collard greens it you are those who suffer from or are at risk for kidney stones, gout, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis and those whose stomach is easily irritated because there is a high amount oxalic acid. But collard greens are a very nutritious food. They can be harder to digest when you eat them raw because of the cellulose walls. When juicing the greens, you will extract the nutrients and that bypasses the cellulose walls. The three greatest vitamins that you can find in collard greens are vitamin C, E, and A. So collard greens can have a good nutritional value to them.
The vegetable kale is a was formed from cabbage, but it is a more wild form then domesticated. Kale is used for things like anemia, asthma, arthritis, circulation, eye problems, hair loss, hay fever, impotence, liver, skin problems, ulcers, and weight loss. It can be a great source of calcium, iron, vitamin A and chlorophyll. When you want to use kale you should make sure that get it during the spring or fall and you should make sure that the leaves are firm. Just like the collard greens you should only use a 1/4 of the a green juice, when juicing. In general kale can have a very powerful taste. It is also good for a calcium alternative. The three major vitamins in kale are vitamin C, A and E. Kale is also great in salads.
Luke: Lettuce is a very common vegetable. Its juice is traditionally used for anemia, constipation, hair loss, insomnia, liver, nervous system, and weight loss. Iceberg Lettuce is a good source of calcium, chlorine, iron, magnesium, potassium, silicon, sulfur, vitamin A, and vitamin E. The way to test lettuce for freshness is if it is heavy, and the leaves are dark. Lettuce juice is a green juice and you should only have one fourth of you juice be green juice. Iceberg lettuce is good for you, but the darker lettuces are have more nutritional value. Iceberg lettuce contains Vitamin C, Riboflavin, and Thiamin.
Parsley is another common vegetable, its juice is traditionally used for anemia, arthritis, bladder problems, circulation, endocrine system, eye problems, kidneys, liver, prostate, skin, urinary tract, and weight loss. It is a good source of calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, sulfur, vitamin A, vitamin C, and chlorophyll. The freshness test for parsley is how dark the leaves are, the darker they are the better the parsley is. Parsley, like lettuce, is a green juice so it should only be one fourth of the juice that you drink. Parsley juice should also never be drunk by itself because it is too powerful. The three greatest amounts of vitamins in parsley are vitamin C, Riboflavin, and Thiamin.
Sarah H: Brussels Sprouts are usually used for preventing cancer, and keeping the immune system strong. Brussels sprouts are a good soucre for calcium, sulfur, potassium, Vitamin A, and Vitamin B-1. When looking to buy Brussels sprouts, take caution when you see yellow in the leave colors. Look for dull colored leaves that show no wilting. The importance of Brussels sprouts are that they are found in green juice, so it will be very beneficial if you put more then 1/4 of your juice containing green juice. Did you know that Brussels Sprouts is a member of the cabbage family. Almost similar to Broccoli Brussels sprouts have a great source of calcium although it contains less vitamin A than broccoli.
Carrots are traditionally used for acne, arthritis, asthma, preventing cancer, cataracts, eye problems, liver problems, and weight loss. Carrots are a good source of calcium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, vitamins ( BCDE and K). When looking to buy carrots the freshness test always works, look for carrots with a dark orange color. Try to buy carrots without cracks. Some organic growers sell juicing carrots. Some important information on carrots is that, some may find drinking too much carrot juice turns their skin a yellowish orange color. But if this happens, it is a sign that the carrot juice is making your liver work. When your liver begins working, it releases toxins thus causing the yellowish orange color. If you turn orange i would suggest to cut down on drinking and eating carrots! Some general information about carrots that are you should try and buy organic grown carrots.
Joyce: With romaine lettuce, it is used for its rich nutrients. The best way to obtain these rich nutrients is too use romaine lettuce when its leaves are at it darkest stage. To keep you romaine lettuce fresh for a long period of time break of the bottom of the lettuce to preserve this freshness. Since romaine lettuce is a green juice it is important that you don’t not have more than ¼ of you juice consisting of green juice. The darker you romaine lettuce head is, the more nutrients you will find in it like: its calcium, magnesium, sulfur, iron, Vitamin A and E, B-6 and potassium. All these nutrients will be found in romaine lettuce making it a good vegetable to eat.Parsnip is an essential vegetable that is used for treating acne, asthma, skin problems, arthritis, ulcers, weigh loss and cataracts. It is a good source of sulfur, phosphorus, chlorine, and vitamin C. When using parsnip make sure it is colored cream. There is no real important information on parsnip. Parsnip is a sweet tasting juice that should be mixed with different juices to relax its strong amount of flavor. There are many different amounts of vitamins that can be found in parsnip like: Vitamin C, Vitamin B-6, Vitamin a, IU and Vitamin A, RAE.
Charlene: Radish is traditionally used for Asthma Eczema, Lung Problems, Skin Problems, Sinus Problems and Thyroid Problems. Radish is a good source of Iron, Magnesium, Potassium. Sodiuma dn Vitaminc C. When doing the freshness trest you want the radish to be nice red color. If the radish has green on the top then you cut it off so the nutrients dont go to the leaves. Its important that you mix the radishes with other vegetables because it usually has a strong taste. Some common things to mix it with are apple juice and carrot juice. Three greatest amounts of vitamins in Radish are Vitamin C, Vitamin B-6 and Vitamin A.
Spinach is traditionally used for :AnemiaCirculationColitisConstipationEyesKidneysLiverLymph SystemNervous SystemSkin ProblemsPoor DigestionThyroid GlandsSpinach is a good source of Calcim, iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassiu, Sodium, Vitamin A, B Complex, and Chlorophyll. When doing the freshness test you want to took for dark green leaves. The darker the color is the more nutrients there are. One important thing about Spinach is that its good for your body if you have no more than 1/4 of your juice being green juice. Spinach is considered a natural Laxative so if you have to much its too much Laxative for your body. Spinach has oxalic acid in it and if your body has to much of that, then you can loose nutrients. Three vitamins that are very common in Spinach are: Vitamin C, Vitamin A and Vitamin E
Zach: For one of the vegetables I had to choose Asparagus I found that the main wses for asparagus was to help blood presure, Eye problems, kidneys, prostate, skin problems, rheumatism, nurvous system, bowel aid and, Anemia. Asparagus is a good sourse of potassium, vitamin A, Vitamin B-1, vitamin c, choline, and folic acid The best time to buy asparagus is in the season Aprol to june. you want firm but tender asparagus there are also two types of aspara gus thick or thin stememed asparagus.
the second vegetable I had to do was beet green. Beet greens are normally used for Anemia circulatory problems kidneys, lymphatic circulation, menophause, tiredness, bladder problems, eye fatigue, liver, menstral problems, skin problems, weightloss problems. Beet green juice is a good sourse of Iron, potassium, vitamin B-6choline, vitamin A, sulfur, chlorine, sodium, calcim. To check of the vegi is in good shape for juicing you want a firm smooth beet dont use soft or brused beats. size dosent matter
James: This project is on the health benefits of cabbage. Even though cabbage is a delicious and healthful staple in other countries, it is almost foreign to Americans. Cabbage is a sturdy, strong and abundant vegetable. It is hardy and easy to grow. It is almost universally available in all countries and cultures. Cabbage is rich in nutrition and fiber. It is an absolutely phenomenal source of vitamin C. What is even more amazing is that cabbage is famous for a specialized, naturally occurring nitrogenous compound known as indoles. Current research indicates that indoles can help lower can lower the risk of various forms of cancer. Cabbage is rich in vitamin A: responsible for the protection of your skin. Vitamin C: an all important anti-oxidant and helps the mitochondria to burn fat. Vitamin E: a fat soluble anti-oxidant which plays a role in skin integrity. Vitamin B: helps maintain integrity of nerve endings and boosts energy metabolism. Modern science has proven beyond a reasonable doubt that the health benefits and therapeutic value of cabbage, which also plays a role in the inhibition of infections and ulcers. Cabbage extracts have been proven to kill certain viruses and bacteria in the laboratory setting. Cabbage boosts the immune system's ability to produce more antibodies. Cabbage provides high levels of iron and sulphur, minerals that work in part as cleansing agents for the digestive system. Try to enjoy a serving at least once a week along with your other valuable and health promoting cruciferous vegetables. Try to cook your cabbage lightly. Steaming and quick stir fry dishes are considered to be the best methods for preserving the power packed natural nutrition given so freely by Mother Nature. Cabbage soup anyone?
Vitamin Projects:
Joe: 9/13/07Vitamin CVitamin C is essential for our bodies. It is a vitamin that strenghtens our immune system as well by strenghting blood vessels. It also helps build collagen in our body which is needed for tissue repair. So essintially vitmain C plays a major role in the production of antibodies. It can also help reduce the effect of toxions in your body do to alcohol and drugs.It can be found in most fruits and vegtables such as; oranges, grapefruite, broccoli, and tomatoes. People who display easy brusing, prolonged colds, prolonged healing of wounds, and animea maybe deficient in vitamin C. If one has to much vitamin C in their body they may experience nausea or vomiting, abdominal cramps and appear flushed. In conclussion vitiman C is very good for your health but you can overdue causing bad side effects.http://www.vitamins-nutrition.org/vitamin-guide/vitamin-c-ascorbic-acid.html
Micah: My vitamin is vitamin C (ascorbic acid). Without Vitamin c your body cannot stay healthy. Its a vital vitamin because it is healthy for your blood system and nervous system; it also strengthens blood vessels. One key thing that vitamin c does is it helps the collagen tissue which helps against infection and disease. Last but not least, vitamin c helps your body if it is being over worked. For example, if your have a cold or the flu, vitamin c aids the body and strengthens your white blood cells. Some other things that the vitamin does is it can prevent allergies, can improve male fertility, may reduce cholesterol, etc. This vitamin can be found in grapefruit, lemons mango's, tomatoes, strawberries, orange juice, etc. There are many ways to get your share of this vitamin, some being, tablets, liquid formula, a shot from your doctor, your just simply eating some of the key foods that make your body healthy. Some cautions that you should be aware of before taking in vitamin c is if you have: gout, kidney stones, sickle-cell, anemia, and iron storage disease. Some side effects may be, flushed face, headache, mild diarrhea, etc. If your body takes in aspirin the vitamin c will not work as strong. Some ways that you can verify that you have overdosed is: if your face gets flushed, headache, increase in urination, diarrhea, etc.
Sarah E: The Wonder of Vitamin CVitamin C is perhaps one of the most well-known vitamins in our diets. When you visit the super market you will find many products with "a full serving of vitamin C". People use Vitamin C tablets.Vitamin C is required for a healthy immune system, and can help prevent cancer, colds, cataracts, heart disease and aid in the healing of wounds. Vitamin C is also required in the synthesis of collagen in connective tissues.The ascorbic acid in Vitamin C is needed for healthy cell development, healthy gum tissues and is excellent for clearing up infection and preventing cholesterol problems.So Vitamin C is a useful and much need nutrient. What happens if the body is Vitamin C deficient?When devoid of Vitamin C, the gums will bleed, the body is weaker and bruises more easily. You can develop scurvy, the scourge of malnourished sailors. However Scurvy is easily treated with does of Vitamin C.The best dosages tend to be 60 mg per day or 200-300 mg in recent studies. While for pregnant and nursing women it is 75-95 mg.You can however overdose on this vitamin. The symptoms include gastrointestinal complaints, such a diarrhea.Now, if you do not wish to get your vitamin C, in pill form, there are many foods which contain it. Most if not all fruit contain Vitamin C while leafy green vegetables (such as Spinach) contain it as well. When taking the vitamin in pill form do not mix it with aspirin as it could cause stomach pain. Antidepressants and birth control pills can also react with it. It is best to get your vitamin see in the form of fruit or vegetable and snacks fortified with vitamin c (think of those delicious gummy snacks at the grocery store, they're loaded with a full daily value!)
Jen: Thiamine is a very important vitamin because it helps you metabolize your fat, however, it is water soluble, which means that it disintegrates in water. After it is in the body, the water in your body makes it disappear in some parts, but not completely because the nutrients in Thiamine store the vitamin in your muscle tissues. It helps keep your heart healthy along with your digestive system and your nervous system. However, its not able to be stored in the body, minus your muscle tissues, so you have to take in the vitamin frequently to remain healthy.The vitamin, Thiamine can be found in bananas, pork, spinach, breads, yeast, and many more.If you have a Thiamine deficiency meaning that you cant take in and keep Thiamine, or that you just don't eat the proper foods for it, it results in having no nutrition. Or, if you are an alcoholic, the alcohol takes away the nutrition that some of your foods, and can lead to death or wasting.
Josh: Overview:Vitamin B-2, otherwise known as riboflavin, is readily absorbed from foods, such as meat, dairy products, and fortified grains. This vitamin is essential to energy generation, nerve development, blood cell development, and the regulation of certain hormones.How This Vitamin Works in Your Body:Releasing food energyNormal growth and developmentKeeps healthy mucous membranes linings together with vitamin AKeeps healthy brain and nervous system, skin, hair, and blood cellsEssential for iron, pyridoxine, and niacin functionsCould increase growth of body during development stagesPotential treatment for cheilitisThe following may benefit from this supplement:People with needed nutritional supplementsPregnant or breastfeeding womenSubstance abusersPeople with excess stress or who have undergone recent surgeryHyperthyroidism sufferersParticipants in vigorous physical activityWhere This Vitamin is Found:BananasBeef liverDairy productsEggsEnriched breadsFortified cerealsHamMixed vegetablesPorkTunaWheat germHow to Use:Available as:Liquid: the best form due to its high bioavailability and fast absorption. Always choose liquid as your first choice when supplementing your diet.Tablets: availableRecommended Daily IntakesMen: 1.3 mgWomen: 1.1 mgPregnancy: 1.4 mgLactation: 1.6 mgCautions:Consult your doctor if you have:Are or planning to be pregnant.Over 55:Increased need for riboflavin.Pregnancy:Keep within DRI.Breastfeeding:Keep within DRI.Storage:Heat and/or moisture may alter the vitamin. Refrigeration is recommended.Symptoms of Deficiency:Symptoms include red, swollen, cracked mouth and tongue; fatigue; depression; anemia; and greasy, scaly skin. The formation of cataracts may be a result of this vitamin deficiency.Overdose:Signs of Overdose:None expected in individuals with normal kidney functioning. However, in rare cases, symptoms may be itching, numbness, a burning sensation, or light sensitivity.Side Effects:Reaction or effect : What to doYellow urine (in large doses) : No needed action. Interactions:Interacts with : Combined effectAntidepressants (tricyclic) : Reduces B-2 efficacy. Phenothiazines : Reduces B-2 efficacy.Probenecid : Reduces B-2 efficacy. Alcohol/Tobacco products : Reduces B-2 efficacy.
Beth: Vitamin B3, or Niacin, is a vitamin that is like other B vitamins it creates enzymes that are a key to changing food into energy, combining hormones, repair genetic material, and keeps the nervous system functioning. It is needed for 50 body processes. You can get vitamin B3 from things like, Beef liver, Brewer’s yeast, the white meat of a chicken, dried beans and peas, fortified cereals, halibut, peanut butter, peanuts, pork, potatoes, salmon, soybeans, swordfish, tuna and turkey. This vitamin can help with treating pellagra, can decreases cholesterol, if taken in large doses can dilate blood vessels, it helps handle ear ringing and dizziness, its great for genetic material repair, there can be a reduction in heart attacks, it calms depression and migraine headaches, and possible poor digestion could be improved. Some of the benefits of Vitamin B3 are, it can help people with poor food intake by keeping them healthy, pregnant woman or woman that are breast feeding can help there child by giving them the right amount of vitamins, with substance abusers it can help improve their mental awareness, people that are severe burn or injury patients it can help heal their wounds, infants with disorders that a don't turn there food into energy, and people that have had heart problems it can help also. Vitamin B3 is offered as a liquid or tablet but it is more readily available in liquid due to high bio-availability and it is better due to faster absorption. When digesting this vitamin you should talk to your doctor if you have, diabetes, gout, gallbladder or liver disease , internal bleeding, and glaucoma because it can make you worse if taken to much or to little. There are some deficiencies with taking this vitamin may have dermatitis on you hand and face, lose of appetite, a sore mouth, diarrhea, and depression. If you have had an overdose of this vitamin, you may have body flush, nausea, diarrhea, weakness, light headiness, headache, fainting, high blood sugar, high uric acid, and heart- rhythm disturbance. From this vitamin you can have many different side effects. There is abdominal pain, headache, diarrhea, darkened urine, faintness, feeling hot, and dry skin. Last but not least there can be interaction that might not be good with this vitamin. Most of these interactions happen with medications that you are taking. For example, Antibiotics, Tetracycline, Aspirin, Blood Pressure Medications, Alpha-blockers, Cholesterol-lowering Medications, Diabetes Medications, and Nicotine Patches. The other things that it can interact with are, Anti-diabetics it can lead to a reduction in the anti-diabetic effect, the beta-adrenergic blockers can cause incredibly low blood pressures, tobacco can lead to a reduction in niacin effect, and alcohol can cause an incredible reduction in blood pressure.
Luke: Vitamin B-5 also known as Pantothenic Acid is used by the body to help take carbohydrates, protein, and fat and turn them into energy. There are many benefits of this vitamin, it helps with natural growth, it helps take the food that you eat and turn it into energy, and it can help relieve stress and fatigue. There is a large list of common foods that have Pantothenic Acid in them, these foods include Avocados, Bananas, Blue cheese, Broccoli, Chicken, Collard greens, Eggs, Lentils, Liver, Lobster, Meats, Milk, Oranges, Peanut butter, Peanuts, Peas, Soybeans, Sunflower seeds, Wheat germ, and Whole-grain products. Vitamin B-5 can be taken in different forms, but liquid is the best because your body absorbs it the fastest.There are some minor downfalls to taking Vitamin B-5. If you have Hemophilia(when your blood does not clot) you should consult a doctor before taken extra Vitamin B-5. The only affect of taking too much Vitamin B-5 is diarrhea, if this occurs you should reduce the amount of Vitamin B-5 that you are taking and see a doctor. Vitamin B-5 can limit the effect of the medicine Levodopa. Also its own effects are limited if it is used by a person who uses tobacco products. Vitamin B-5 is a good thing to take to improve your overall health.
Sarah H: Vitamin B-12, also known as cyanocobalamin, acts as a coenzyme for the creation of DNA material. This Vitamin helps cell development and plays a big role in carbohydrates, protein, metabolism and fat. Vitamin B-12 is not found in plant foods but has good sources of this of VitaminB-12 include dairy products eggs fish and meats!This Vitamin helps the development or nerves hair, and skin. This vitamin helps with Alzheimer's and keeps your immune system strongThis vitamin is found in beef, cheese, dairy products and others such as: Eggs,Flounder, Herring, Liverwurst, Sardines, and Swiss cheese. This vitamin is available in liquids and tablets. The recommend daily intakes are for women, 2.4mcg and for men, 2.4mcg. You should keep this in the refrigerator. Symptoms from vitamin B-12 include nausea, loss of appetite, diarrhea, confusion, and memory loss, and skin itching.
Joyce: Vitamin D also known as Cholecalcifero plays an enormous role in the development of bone growth, Vitamins D is used to absorb calcium and phosphorus from the body to create this bone. In a section from a website it states that Vitamin D can be found in different sources: “Great sources of this supplement include fortified milk, oily fish, liver, and eggs.”(http://www.vitamins-nutrition.org//vitamins-guide/vitamin-d-cholecalciferol.html) There are many benefits that Vitamin D can give to the body by helping prevent substance abusers, nutritional intake, and extended stress. Vitamin D can also help people that do not receive enough sunshine by giving them the needed nutrients, vegetarians that don’t receive enough Vitamin D, and patients that suffer from cystic fibrosis patients. Vitamin D can be found in many different sources, in a section from a website of health listed them: cod-liver oil, egg substitutes, halibut-liver oil, herring, mackerel, salmon, sardines, sunlight, tuna, and Vitamin-D-fortified milk. (http://www.vitamins-nutrition.org//vitamins-guide/vitamin-d-cholecalciferol.html) There are many different ways that Vitamin D can be taken or used, but the best way that it can be obtained is through its liquid state. Tablets for Vitamin D can also be taken to help get the needed amount.When taking Vitamin D you should be cautious and consult your doctor and from a statement from a health website it pronounced that:“Consult your doctor if you have:have planned pregnancy while taking vitamin D, epilepsy, heart or blood-vessel disease, kidney, liver or pancreatic disease, chronic diarrhea, intestinal problems, sarcoidosis and if you are over 55:higher potential for adverse reactions and side effects.”(http://www.vitamins-nutrition.org//vitamins-guide/vitamin-d-cholecalciferol.html)There are some symptoms of deficiency that could occur would be weakness in the muscles, bone pain tenderness, osteoporosis, arthritis, cancer and in children rickets.(http://www.vitamins-nutrition.org//vitamins-guide/vitamin-d-cholecalciferol.html) There are many different signs of an overdose of Vitamin D, in a segment of a health cite described these signs:“high blood pressure, Irregular heartbeat, nausea, weight loss, seizures, abdominal pain, appetite loss, mental-and physical-growth retardation, premature hardening of arteriesKidney damage.” (http://www.vitamins-nutrition.org//vitamins-guide/vitamin-d-cholecalciferol.html)There are many different side effects that are caused by Vitamin D but these are found to be the most important:The loss of appetite, dry mouth, nausea or vomiting, increased thirst, mental confusion, and headaches. If any of these systems should occur discuss with your doctor straight away.Vitamin D has different sorts of interactions such as:“Anticonvulsants: Vitamin efficacy may be reduced.Barbiturates: Vitamin efficacy may be reduced.Calcitonin: Calcitonin effect reduced when treating hypercalcemia.Calcium (high doses): Risk of hypercalcemia increased. Cholestyramine: Vitamin absorption reduced.Colestipol: Vitamin absorption reduced.Cortisone: Vitamin absorption reduced.Digitalis preparations: Heartbeat irregularities increased.Diuretics, thiazide: Hypercalcemia risk increased.Hydration: Vitamin efficacy may be reduced.Mineral oil: Absorption of vitamin D increased.Phosphorus- containing medicines: Risk increased of too much phosphorus in blood.Primidone : Vitamin efficacy may be reduced.Vitamin-D derivatives: Increased potential for toxicity due to additive effects.Alcohol: Depletes storage of vitamin D in liver”(http://www.vitamins-nutrition.org//vitamins-guide/vitamin-d-cholecalciferol.html)These are very important interactions that Vitamin D can cause and should be taken seriously and looked into every few months.
Charlene: Vitamin E is very beneficial to the body. Vitamin E has makes it so you have a healthy circulatory system. It helps prevent bloot clotting and decreases the wound healing process. Vitamin E also "decreases symptoms of premenstrual syndrom and certain types of breast disease". There have been studies that state, taking large amounts of vitamin E decreases the risk of atherosclerosis. Vitamin E is categorized in the fat tissues of our bodies. This can last from a few days to six months. This can be bad at times though, because if you get too much of it, it will get go to your liver and can cause serious health problems. Some Sources of Vitamin E are:Wheat germVegetable oil and margarineAvocadoWhole grain productsEgg yolkNutsLiverPeanut butterYou cant really overdose on a vitamin but too much of Vitamin E can casue nausea and digestive problems.
Zach: For the first project I had to research vitamin H and what it dose for the body. Vitamin H is received from certain intestinal bacteria, Vitamin H is also known as Biotin. This particular Vitamin is used for boosting metabolism. protects amino acids and set up for the building of protein. this particular virtaman is used for cell growth http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/vitamin-h-000342.htm (that was the one I presented in class and I revised it afterword. ) It is esential for normal growthand development. the benifits are the relive of mussle pain and depression. You can find Vitamin H in split peas, tuna, and walnuts. The best way to take Vitamin H is to take it in liquid for for bioavalibility. The vitamin can be altered if there is moister or heat added. VH can help with the fallowing, Hair loss, dermatitis, anemia, muscel pain,and last loss of appitite. if you drink alchol or tabacco with VH it will not be as succesful. http://www.vitamins-nutrition.org/vitamins-guide/vitamin-h-biotin.html
James: Vitamin K is a group of 2-methilo-naphthoquinone derivatives. There are three notable forms of vitamin K, K1 (phytonadione, phylloquinone, phytonactone), K2 (menaquinones), which can be formed by natural bacteria in the intestines, and K3 (menadione), the most active synthetic form of the preparations K3-K7. Vitamin K plays an important role in blood clotting and bone metabolism. High serum concentrations of undercarboxylated osteocalcin and low serum concentrations of vitamin K are associated with lower bone mineral density and increased risk of hip fracture. Vitamin K supplements may improve bone mass in postmenopausal women. Vitamin K prevents calcification of arteries and other soft tissue. Calcification of organs and other soft tissue is an adverse consequence of aging. Vitamin K may play a role in the regulation of blood sugar. The pancreas, which makes insulin, has the second highest amount of vitamin K in the body. Vitamin K's primary function is to regulate normal blood clotting due to its role in the synthesis of prothrombin. Vitamin K supplements improve bone health and reduce risk of bone fractures, particularly in postmenopausal women who are at risk for osteoporosis. Three vitamin-K dependent proteins have been isolated in bone. Higher vitamin K levels correspond to greater bone density, while low levels of vitamin K have been found in those with osteoporosis. In bones, vitamin K mediates the gamma-carboxylation of glutamyl residues on several bone proteins, notably osteocalcin. Osteocalcin is a protein synthesized by osteoblasts (bone forming cells). The mineral-binding capacity of osteocalcin requires vitamin K-dependent gamma-carboxylation of three glutamic acid residues.The recommended dietary allowance (RDA) for vitamin K is 80 mg per day for adult males and 65 mg per day for adult females, and 5 mg/day for the newborn infant. Rich sources of vitamin K include broccoli, Brussels sprouts, cabbage, cauliflower, kale, spinach and soybeans.Vitamin K deficiency is very rare and occurs when there is an inability to absorb the vitamin from the intestinal tract. Vitamin K deficiency can also occur after prolonged treatment with oral antibiotics. Vitamin K deficiency is often the result of impaired absorption rather than not getting enough in the diet. Prolonged use of antibiotics can also cause a low level of this vitamin because they destroy some of the bacteria in the gut that help to produce vitamin K. Newborns are at risk for vitamin K deficiency. This is because their digestive tracts contain no vitamin K-producing bacteria. Vitamin K deficiency in adults is rare. When it occurs, it is found in people with diseases that prevent the absorption of fat. These diseases include cystic fibrosis, celiac disease, and cholestasis. Symptoms of vitamin K deficiency include easy bruisability, epistaxis, gastrointestinal bleeding, menorrhagia and hematuria.There is no known toxicity associated with high doses of phylloquinone (vitamin K1), menaquinone (vitamin K2), or menadione (vitamin K3) and its derivatives. High intake of vitamin K is not recommended for individuals taking anticoagulant medications such as Warfarin (coumadin).
Fruit Projects:
Joe:Apples are a tradition fruite especially used in pies. However they have many benifical effects for our health such as; arthritis, gout, cleansing toxins in our body and are good for weight loss. Apples also have good sources of Copper, Iron, Magnesium, Vitamin C, and Vitamin A just to name a few. Some people believe that you should not eat apple seeds because of the cyanide in them is toxic. Some apples have wax covering them, therefore it is better to buy organicly grown apples or eat ones you grow yourself.
Micah: One fruit that is extremely healthy for you is pineapple. This fruit is generally used for blood disorder, gout, sciatica, digestive problems, inflammation, and weight loss. If you are looking for clacium, potassium, vitamin A, chlorine, sodium, vitamin C, phosphorus, sulfur, and bromelain. The way to test if a pineapple is ripe is if it has a golding brown color to the outside. Also a technique that i have found is if the tassles on the top pull out easily. If a pineapple is grown organically it is ok to eat it/grind it up. This part of the fruit is good for you because the rind is the main source of bromelain.
Sarah E:
Jen:Apples are traditionally used to make apple cider with. The apples that have fallen onto the ground from the trees are normally picked up, and press the juices out so that they run it through machinery. People also use apples for apple pie, apple cobbler...there are many apple-y things.Apples are good source of pectin, a fiber that can lower blood cholesterol and sugar levels. Fresh apples are also good sources of the vitamin C — protects your body's cells from damage. Vitamin C also helps form the connective tissue collagen, keeps your capillaries and blood vessels healthy, and aids in absorbing iron and folate.Some people say that you can eat the whole apple, however that is untrue. The seeds inside of the apple contain cyanide, [poison], and in large amounts could hurt of maybe kill you. Apples should be firm and not bruised. They should be strong and healthy. Apples are free of fat, sodium, and cholesterol. They contain a lot of Vitamin C, that helps in the prevention of cancer.
Josh:
Beth: My Fruit is the lemon. It is tradtionly used for anemia, arthritis, blood, constipation, gout, indigestion, scurvy, skin problems, toxin elimination, and weight loss. A lemon can be a good source of bioflavanoids, vitamin C and potassium. When telling if a lemon is freash it should not have any green on it because that means that has a high acid content. You want a lemon that has a smooth skin, that means that it will have more juice in it. It is important that you know citrus fruits can take calcium from the body if you have too much of them. All of the citrus fruits give citric acid to the body and so it is good to exercise after having a citrus fruit or drink. It is always a good idea to leave the white membrain on the lemon when juicing because ut produces bioflavanoids that helps the body absorb and use vitamin C. The best fruit to use the lemon with is the apple. The three biggest vitamin in the lemon it vitamin C, A and B.
Luke:The traditional medical uses of oranges are for Anemia, Blood, Constipation, Gout, Indigestion, Liver, Lungs, Scurvy, Skin Problems, Strengthening Blood Vessels, and Weight Loss. They are a good source of Calcium, Chlorine, Copper, Fluorine, Iron, Manganese, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Silicon Zinc, B-1, 2, & 6, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Bioflavanoids, Biotin, Folic Acid, and Inositol. The freshness test for oranges is weight and good color. Because an orange is a citrus fruit it should not be take in excess because it can take calcium from the body. Always remove the skin of an orange before eating it. Orange juice should be drunk right after it is juiced to get all of the Vitamin C. The top three vitamins in oranges are Vitamin C, Thiamin , and Riboflavin
Sarah H: Canberries are traditionally used for bladder, hemorrhoids, indigestion, rectal problems, urinary tract problems and weight loss. cranberries are a great soucre for calcium, iron, phosphorus, sodium, potassium, Vitamin A, Vitamin C. When looking to buy canberries, look for cranberries that are firm with a rich and deep color. Important information that you need to know is that canberries are very acidic, which if you drink canberry juice your urine with become more acidic and if you have a urinary tract promblem you should ask you doctor beofre drinking it. Canberrys also contain very high amounts of sugar. Some genral information you need to know about canberries is that they are grown by bogs, the bog water is drained and the cranberry feild is flooded!
Joyce: Lime is usually used for arthritis, skin problems, scurvy, indigestion, constipation and weight loss. The fruit; lime is an excellent source of potassium, bioflavanoid and Vitamin C. When looking for limes they should have a smooth skin which usually has more juice. Some important information to know is that when eating limes this fruit is full of citrus can take away calcium from the body. More information to know is that when drinking a citrus kind of fruit you should exercise, since limes add more acid into the body. There are many kinds of vitamins that can be found inside limes such as; Vitamin E, Vitamin A IU, and Vitamin C.
Charlene: Pinapple is traditionally used for Blood disorders, Digestive problems, Grout, Inflamation, Sciatica, and weight loss. Pineapple is a good source of Calcium, Chlorine, Phosphorus, Potassium, Sodiu,. Sulfur, Vitamin A, Vitamin C and Bromelain. When doing the freshness test you want to look for a golden colored skin that have, sweet aroma to them. Some general information about Pineapple is that its organically grown. The pineapple has a rinda and that is the primary source for the bromelain. The rind is a natural digestive that is also known to be a natural anti-inflammatory. The three main vitamins in pineapple are, Vitamin C, Vitamin E and Vitamin E.
Zach: Cantalope is a good way to solve the fallowing problems Constapation, kidney problems skin disorders, digestive tonic and bladder problems to see if your melon is fresh you put your finger where the vine was attached and push in slightly and then remove your finger the cantalope should stay round. Iy is vary important that you dont mix with the melon wheil jucing melons taste better when drunk alone. A lot of the melons nutriants come from its rind so you want to juce the rined also. The cantalope includes Vitamin A, B complex, and Vitamin C.
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Vegeable Projects:
Joe: Peppers. Traditionally used as a; artery cleaner, enhance eye sight, reduce high blood pressure, and prevents hair loss. It gives a good source of potassium, silicon, vitiman A and C. The best peppers to buy are those that are green or red that have not been waxed. If you are using them in a juice they are both considered green juice. Therefore you want to keep the amount you use small. Another reason to anly use a small amount is that they have a very stronge flavor.
Carrots are used for artherites, cancer, eye sight, and weight loss. They are a good source of calcium, Vitiman B, D, E, K and C. The best carrots are those you grow yourself and can eat fresh right out of the garden. It is best to buy organic if you have to. In juicing carrots you will find that they are very sweet. It is best to mix them with another vegetable such as beats. Some people find that drinking carrot juice turns their skin a yellowish-orange. This is a sign that it is making your liver work to release the toxins within your body. Many people have found that using carrots and apples for juicing increases nutriance and adds flavor. That is why they are the most popular for using when juicing.
Micah: Chicory is a plant with blue flowers. This plant is general used to strengthen your immune system and can rarely be found in salads. Three vitamins and minerals that you can find in chicory is iron, vitamin a, and potassium. When harvesting, you should obviously find the healthiest plants with a mix of white and green color to it. One warning is to not take only due to the fact that the taste is unbearable because of its bitter and sour taste. A few other vegetables that chicory goes well with is carrots and celery.
Although there are many good vegetables out there one that is especially good is tomatoes. Tomaotes are generally used for bladder problems, gout, liver, weight loss, gall bladder problems, kidneys, and skin problems. They are also a good source of Phosphorus, vitamin c, and sulfur. The key to eating a good tomatoe is harvesting it at the right time. Typically, a good hardy tomatoe to eat is a vine tomatoe. These are generally ripe in the mid summer time. One tomatoe that you want to avoid is a hothouse tomatoe. This is so because this type of tomatoe is picked before they are ripe, shipped to where they have to go and then sprayed with a chemical to make them ripe. One interesting fact is that tomatoes are actually fruits even though everyone classifies them as a vegetable. One thing you should be aware of is that tomatoe leaves are actually poisoness. If you eat tomatoes raw, it is actually good for you, it cleanses your liver is good for you circulation. When tomatoes are cooked they make a oxalic acid.
Sarah E:
Jen: Broccoli is extremely useful for medicinal purposes. It helps reduce the speed of cancerous cells that can go anywhere in your body. Broccoli helps repair sun damaged skin, so that it will be as healthy as it could get. The nutrition that helps is called Asphalia. Broccoli is the only vegetable that is less nutritious if it is frozen rather than fresh. You always look at the color of it, of the green ness, and of the leaves on it. Broccoli is a good source of calcium, potassium, folate and fiber. Broccoli has a lot of Vitamin A and Vitamin, which both protect your body's cells from damage.
Basil is traditionally used for herbs in soups and stews. French cooks really like it,and have traditionally used its leaves in soups and salads. Most of the varieties of basil from Asia have a stronger taste than the the European varieties.Basil is a good source of Vitamin K and a very good source of iron, calcium and vitamin A. Its also a good source of dietary fiber. If you buy basil from a store, it normally comes in plastic so that it keeps it fresher on the shelves.It also helps keep healthy cholestoral levels for you bodys cells.
Josh: the first vegatable i had was red cabbage. it is used for many things such as, helping asthma, high blood pressure, hairloss and long problems. it is a good source of Chlorine,Iodine,Potassium, Sulfur,Vitamin B-6,Vitamin C, and Vitamin U. for the freshness test you look for a heavy solid cabbage with the leaves that are full of color. it is important that you remember that sense cabbage is a green juice that your drink only consist of 1/4th green juice to be benaficial. other things to remember is that cabbage can cause some people to have gas and it can also cause mild cramping in the intestains. this happens because cabbage is high in sulfur.some general things, cabbage is cheap and high in nutrients, also it is better for you raw then cooked.
the second vegatable i have is collard greens. this vegatable is known for helping with Asthma, Scurvy,Cancer,Capillary Strength, andCataracts. this vegatable is a good source of Magnesium,Vitamin A, andVitamin C. for the freshness test you want to look for smaller leaves and you want to stay away from yellow looking leaves. important things to know are the collard greens are another green juice so you dont want your drink to consist of more then 1/4th of them. other important things are are high in oxalic acid and should be avoided by those who suffer from or are at risk for kidney stones, gout, rheumatoid rthritis, osteoporosis and those whose stomach is easily irritated. general information on collard greens, Greens are very nutritious foods. Greens are generally speaking harder to digest when you eat them raw due to cellulose walls. When you juice the greens, you extract the nutrients thus bypassing the cellulose walls.
Beth: Collard greens are a vegetable much like spinach or beet greens. They are traditionally used for things like, asthma, scurvy, cancer, capillary, strength and cataracts. they are great source for magnesium, vitamin A and C. When you buy collard greens you want to make sure that it is fresh and to do that you need to look for slightly smaller leaves then then others. Try not to buy Collard Greens which are yellow or withered. When using collard greens in juice you should only make 1/4 of your juice with green.It is important that you don't use collard greens it you are those who suffer from or are at risk for kidney stones, gout, rheumatoid arthritis, osteoporosis and those whose stomach is easily irritated because there is a high amount oxalic acid. But collard greens are a very nutritious food. They can be harder to digest when you eat them raw because of the cellulose walls. When juicing the greens, you will extract the nutrients and that bypasses the cellulose walls. The three greatest vitamins that you can find in collard greens are vitamin C, E, and A. So collard greens can have a good nutritional value to them.
The vegetable kale is a was formed from cabbage, but it is a more wild form then domesticated. Kale is used for things like anemia, asthma, arthritis, circulation, eye problems, hair loss, hay fever, impotence, liver, skin problems, ulcers, and weight loss. It can be a great source of calcium, iron, vitamin A and chlorophyll. When you want to use kale you should make sure that get it during the spring or fall and you should make sure that the leaves are firm. Just like the collard greens you should only use a 1/4 of the a green juice, when juicing. In general kale can have a very powerful taste. It is also good for a calcium alternative. The three major vitamins in kale are vitamin C, A and E. Kale is also great in salads.
Luke: Lettuce is a very common vegetable. Its juice is traditionally used for anemia, constipation, hair loss, insomnia, liver, nervous system, and weight loss. Iceberg Lettuce is a good source of calcium, chlorine, iron, magnesium, potassium, silicon, sulfur, vitamin A, and vitamin E. The way to test lettuce for freshness is if it is heavy, and the leaves are dark. Lettuce juice is a green juice and you should only have one fourth of you juice be green juice. Iceberg lettuce is good for you, but the darker lettuces are have more nutritional value. Iceberg lettuce contains Vitamin C, Riboflavin, and Thiamin.
Parsley is another common vegetable, its juice is traditionally used for anemia, arthritis, bladder problems, circulation, endocrine system, eye problems, kidneys, liver, prostate, skin, urinary tract, and weight loss. It is a good source of calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, sulfur, vitamin A, vitamin C, and chlorophyll. The freshness test for parsley is how dark the leaves are, the darker they are the better the parsley is. Parsley, like lettuce, is a green juice so it should only be one fourth of the juice that you drink. Parsley juice should also never be drunk by itself because it is too powerful. The three greatest amounts of vitamins in parsley are vitamin C, Riboflavin, and Thiamin.
Sarah H: Brussels Sprouts are usually used for preventing cancer, and keeping the immune system strong. Brussels sprouts are a good soucre for calcium, sulfur, potassium, Vitamin A, and Vitamin B-1. When looking to buy Brussels sprouts, take caution when you see yellow in the leave colors. Look for dull colored leaves that show no wilting. The importance of Brussels sprouts are that they are found in green juice, so it will be very beneficial if you put more then 1/4 of your juice containing green juice. Did you know that Brussels Sprouts is a member of the cabbage family. Almost similar to Broccoli Brussels sprouts have a great source of calcium although it contains less vitamin A than broccoli.
Carrots are traditionally used for acne, arthritis, asthma, preventing cancer, cataracts, eye problems, liver problems, and weight loss. Carrots are a good source of calcium, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, vitamins ( BCDE and K). When looking to buy carrots the freshness test always works, look for carrots with a dark orange color. Try to buy carrots without cracks. Some organic growers sell juicing carrots. Some important information on carrots is that, some may find drinking too much carrot juice turns their skin a yellowish orange color. But if this happens, it is a sign that the carrot juice is making your liver work. When your liver begins working, it releases toxins thus causing the yellowish orange color. If you turn orange i would suggest to cut down on drinking and eating carrots! Some general information about carrots that are you should try and buy organic grown carrots.
Joyce: With romaine lettuce, it is used for its rich nutrients. The best way to obtain these rich nutrients is too use romaine lettuce when its leaves are at it darkest stage. To keep you romaine lettuce fresh for a long period of time break of the bottom of the lettuce to preserve this freshness. Since romaine lettuce is a green juice it is important that you don’t not have more than ¼ of you juice consisting of green juice. The darker you romaine lettuce head is, the more nutrients you will find in it like: its calcium, magnesium, sulfur, iron, Vitamin A and E, B-6 and potassium. All these nutrients will be found in romaine lettuce making it a good vegetable to eat.Parsnip is an essential vegetable that is used for treating acne, asthma, skin problems, arthritis, ulcers, weigh loss and cataracts. It is a good source of sulfur, phosphorus, chlorine, and vitamin C. When using parsnip make sure it is colored cream. There is no real important information on parsnip. Parsnip is a sweet tasting juice that should be mixed with different juices to relax its strong amount of flavor. There are many different amounts of vitamins that can be found in parsnip like: Vitamin C, Vitamin B-6, Vitamin a, IU and Vitamin A, RAE.
Charlene: Radish is traditionally used for Asthma Eczema, Lung Problems, Skin Problems, Sinus Problems and Thyroid Problems. Radish is a good source of Iron, Magnesium, Potassium. Sodiuma dn Vitaminc C. When doing the freshness trest you want the radish to be nice red color. If the radish has green on the top then you cut it off so the nutrients dont go to the leaves. Its important that you mix the radishes with other vegetables because it usually has a strong taste. Some common things to mix it with are apple juice and carrot juice. Three greatest amounts of vitamins in Radish are Vitamin C, Vitamin B-6 and Vitamin A.
Spinach is traditionally used for :AnemiaCirculationColitisConstipationEyesKidneysLiverLymph SystemNervous SystemSkin ProblemsPoor DigestionThyroid GlandsSpinach is a good source of Calcim, iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassiu, Sodium, Vitamin A, B Complex, and Chlorophyll. When doing the freshness test you want to took for dark green leaves. The darker the color is the more nutrients there are. One important thing about Spinach is that its good for your body if you have no more than 1/4 of your juice being green juice. Spinach is considered a natural Laxative so if you have to much its too much Laxative for your body. Spinach has oxalic acid in it and if your body has to much of that, then you can loose nutrients. Three vitamins that are very common in Spinach are: Vitamin C, Vitamin A and Vitamin E
Zach: For one of the vegetables I had to choose Asparagus I found that the main wses for asparagus was to help blood presure, Eye problems, kidneys, prostate, skin problems, rheumatism, nurvous system, bowel aid and, Anemia. Asparagus is a good sourse of potassium, vitamin A, Vitamin B-1, vitamin c, choline, and folic acid The best time to buy asparagus is in the season Aprol to june. you want firm but tender asparagus there are also two types of aspara gus thick or thin stememed asparagus.
the second vegetable I had to do was beet green. Beet greens are normally used for Anemia circulatory problems kidneys, lymphatic circulation, menophause, tiredness, bladder problems, eye fatigue, liver, menstral problems, skin problems, weightloss problems. Beet green juice is a good sourse of Iron, potassium, vitamin B-6choline, vitamin A, sulfur, chlorine, sodium, calcim. To check of the vegi is in good shape for juicing you want a firm smooth beet dont use soft or brused beats. size dosent matter
James: This project is on the health benefits of cabbage. Even though cabbage is a delicious and healthful staple in other countries, it is almost foreign to Americans. Cabbage is a sturdy, strong and abundant vegetable. It is hardy and easy to grow. It is almost universally available in all countries and cultures. Cabbage is rich in nutrition and fiber. It is an absolutely phenomenal source of vitamin C. What is even more amazing is that cabbage is famous for a specialized, naturally occurring nitrogenous compound known as indoles. Current research indicates that indoles can help lower can lower the risk of various forms of cancer. Cabbage is rich in vitamin A: responsible for the protection of your skin. Vitamin C: an all important anti-oxidant and helps the mitochondria to burn fat. Vitamin E: a fat soluble anti-oxidant which plays a role in skin integrity. Vitamin B: helps maintain integrity of nerve endings and boosts energy metabolism. Modern science has proven beyond a reasonable doubt that the health benefits and therapeutic value of cabbage, which also plays a role in the inhibition of infections and ulcers. Cabbage extracts have been proven to kill certain viruses and bacteria in the laboratory setting. Cabbage boosts the immune system's ability to produce more antibodies. Cabbage provides high levels of iron and sulphur, minerals that work in part as cleansing agents for the digestive system. Try to enjoy a serving at least once a week along with your other valuable and health promoting cruciferous vegetables. Try to cook your cabbage lightly. Steaming and quick stir fry dishes are considered to be the best methods for preserving the power packed natural nutrition given so freely by Mother Nature. Cabbage soup anyone?
My Projects
9/27/07 Juicing Recipe
FCA's. 1) Post in your blog under my projects a copy of your juice recipe. 2) For each vegetable and/or fruit write about what it is traditionally used for in regards to your health and what each ingredient is a good source of for vitamins, minerals, etc. 3) Present your recipe to the class as well as make your juice for the class to share. 4) copy everyone’s juicing project and paste it in your “shared projects area in your blog
9/21/07 The Grain Group
Health Benefits and Nutrients
Eating grains, especially whole grains, provides health benefits. People who eat whole grains as part of a healthy diet have a reduced risk of some chronic diseases. Grains provide many nutrients that are vital for the health and maintenance of our bodies.Health benefits
Consuming foods rich in fiber, such as whole grains reduces the risk of heart disease. Consuming foods rich in fiber, such as whole grains, as part of a healthy diet, may reduce constipation. Eating at least 3 ounce equivalents a day of whole grains may help with weight management. Eating grains fortified with folate before and during pregnancy helps prevent tube defects during fetal development. Grains are important sources of many nutrients, including dietary fiber, several B vitamins and minerals. Dietary fiber from whole grains helps reduce blood cholesterol levels and may lower risk of heart disease. Fiber is important for proper bowel function. It helps reduce constipation and diverticulosis. Fiber-containing foods such as whole grains help provide a feeling of fullness with fewer calories. Whole grains are good sources of dietary fiber; most refined grains contain little fiber. B vitamins are also essential for a healthy nervous system. Many refined grains are enriched with these B vitamins. Women of childbearing age who may become pregnant and those in the first trimester of pregnancy should consume adequate folate, including folic acid from fortified foods or supplements. This reduces the risk of tube defects, spina bifida, and anencephaly during fetal development. Iron is used to carry oxygen in the blood. Many teenage girls and women in their childbearing years have iron-deficiency anemia. They should eat foods high in heme-iron (meats) or eat other iron containing foods along with foods rich in vitamin C, which can improve absorption of non-heme iron. Whole and enriched refined grain products are major sources of non-heme iron in American diets.
sources: http://www.mypyramid.gov/pyramid/grains_why.html
Tips to help you eat whole grains
At Meals:
To eat more whole grains, substitute a whole-grain product for a refined product – such as eating whole-wheat bread instead of white bread or brown rice instead of white rice. It’s important to substitute the whole-grain product for the refined one, rather than adding the whole-grain product. For a change, try brown rice or whole-wheat pasta. Try brown rice stuffing in baked green peppers or tomatoes and whole-wheat macaroni in macaroni and cheese.
Use whole grains in mixed dishes, such as barley in vegetable soup or stews and bulgur wheat in casserole or stir-fries. Create a whole grain pilaf with a mixture of barley, wild rice, brown rice, broth and spices. For a special touch, stir in toasted nuts or chopped dried fruit.
Experiment by substituting whole wheat or oat flour for up to half of the flour in pancake, waffle, muffin or other flour-based recipes. They may need a bit more leavening. Use whole-grain bread or cracker crumbs in meatloaf. Try rolled oats or a crushed, unsweetened whole grain cereal as breading for baked chicken, fish, veal cutlets, or eggplant parmesan. Try an unsweetened, whole grain ready-to-eat cereal as croutons in salad or in place of crackers with soup. Freeze leftover cooked brown rice, bulgur, or barley. Heat and serve it later as a quick side dish.
As Snacks:
Snack on ready-to-eat, whole grain cereals such as toasted oat cereal. Add whole-grain flour or oatmeal when making cookies or other baked treats. Try a whole-grain snack chip, such as baked tortilla chips. Popcorn, a whole grain, can be a healthy snack with little or no added salt and butter.
What to Look for on the Food Label:
Choose foods that name one of the following whole-grain ingredients first on the label’s ingredient list:
“brown rice”
“bulgur”
“graham flour”
“oatmeal”
“whole-grain corn”
“whole oats”
“whole rye”
“whole wheat”
“wild rice”
Foods labeled with the words “multi-grain,” “stone-ground,” “100% wheat,” “cracked wheat,” “seven-grain,” or “bran” are usually not whole-grain products. Color is not an indication of a whole grain. Bread can be brown because of molasses or other added ingredients. Read the ingredient list to see if it is a whole grain. Read the food label’s ingredient list. Look for terms that indicate added sugars and oils that add extra calories. Choose foods with fewer added sugars, fats, or oils. Most sodium in the food supply comes from packaged foods. Similar packaged foods can vary widely in sodium content, including breads.
Whole Grain Tips for Children
Set a good example for children by eating whole grains with meals or as snacks. Let children select and help prepare a whole grain side dish. Teach older children to read the ingredient list on cereals or snack food packages and choose those with whole grains at the top of the list.
Sources: http://www.mypyramid.gov/pyramid/grains_tips.html
9/14/07 My Pyramid Plan
Eat these amounts from each food group daily. This plan is a 2400 calorie food pattern. It is based on average needs for someone like you. (A 16 year old female, 5 feet 5 inches tall, 120 pounds, physically active more than 60 minutes a day.) Your food needs also depend on your rate of growth and other factors. See a health care provider who can track your height and weight over time to identify your specific needs.
Grains: Aim for at least 4 ounces of whole grains a day
Veggies: Aim for this much every week:
Dark Green Vegetables = 3 cups weekly
Orange Vegetables = 2 cups weekly
Dry Beans & Peas = 3 cups weekly
Starchy Vegetables = 6 cups weekly
Other Vegetables = 7 cups weekly
Oils and other: Aim for 7 teaspoons of oils a day. Limit your extras (extra fats & sugars) to 360 Calories
Physical Activity: Physical activity is also important for health. You should get at least 60 minutes of physical activity most or all days.
9/20/07
Pear Juice
1) describe what this fruit is traditionally used for, 2) good source for, 3) freshness test,4) important information, 5) general information, and what the 3 greatest amounts of vitamins are in that fruit.
FCA's. 1) Post in your blog under my projects a copy of your juice recipe. 2) For each vegetable and/or fruit write about what it is traditionally used for in regards to your health and what each ingredient is a good source of for vitamins, minerals, etc. 3) Present your recipe to the class as well as make your juice for the class to share. 4) copy everyone’s juicing project and paste it in your “shared projects area in your blog
Apple Strawberry Delight
- 5-6 apples
- 1 cup strawberries
Cut the apples up into sections, juice the ingredients and enjoy!
Strawberry:
Traditionally used for: Acne, Kidneys, and weight loss
Vitamins: Calcium, Potassium, Iron and Vitamin C.
Apples:
Traditionally used for: Arthritis, fingernails, calming of the digestive tract, liver, skin and weight loss.
Vitamins: Vitamin C, Iron, potassium, and Vitamin A
9/21/07 The Grain Group
Health Benefits and Nutrients
Eating grains, especially whole grains, provides health benefits. People who eat whole grains as part of a healthy diet have a reduced risk of some chronic diseases. Grains provide many nutrients that are vital for the health and maintenance of our bodies.Health benefits
Consuming foods rich in fiber, such as whole grains reduces the risk of heart disease. Consuming foods rich in fiber, such as whole grains, as part of a healthy diet, may reduce constipation. Eating at least 3 ounce equivalents a day of whole grains may help with weight management. Eating grains fortified with folate before and during pregnancy helps prevent tube defects during fetal development. Grains are important sources of many nutrients, including dietary fiber, several B vitamins and minerals. Dietary fiber from whole grains helps reduce blood cholesterol levels and may lower risk of heart disease. Fiber is important for proper bowel function. It helps reduce constipation and diverticulosis. Fiber-containing foods such as whole grains help provide a feeling of fullness with fewer calories. Whole grains are good sources of dietary fiber; most refined grains contain little fiber. B vitamins are also essential for a healthy nervous system. Many refined grains are enriched with these B vitamins. Women of childbearing age who may become pregnant and those in the first trimester of pregnancy should consume adequate folate, including folic acid from fortified foods or supplements. This reduces the risk of tube defects, spina bifida, and anencephaly during fetal development. Iron is used to carry oxygen in the blood. Many teenage girls and women in their childbearing years have iron-deficiency anemia. They should eat foods high in heme-iron (meats) or eat other iron containing foods along with foods rich in vitamin C, which can improve absorption of non-heme iron. Whole and enriched refined grain products are major sources of non-heme iron in American diets.
sources: http://www.mypyramid.gov/pyramid/grains_why.html
Tips to help you eat whole grains
At Meals:
To eat more whole grains, substitute a whole-grain product for a refined product – such as eating whole-wheat bread instead of white bread or brown rice instead of white rice. It’s important to substitute the whole-grain product for the refined one, rather than adding the whole-grain product. For a change, try brown rice or whole-wheat pasta. Try brown rice stuffing in baked green peppers or tomatoes and whole-wheat macaroni in macaroni and cheese.
Use whole grains in mixed dishes, such as barley in vegetable soup or stews and bulgur wheat in casserole or stir-fries. Create a whole grain pilaf with a mixture of barley, wild rice, brown rice, broth and spices. For a special touch, stir in toasted nuts or chopped dried fruit.
Experiment by substituting whole wheat or oat flour for up to half of the flour in pancake, waffle, muffin or other flour-based recipes. They may need a bit more leavening. Use whole-grain bread or cracker crumbs in meatloaf. Try rolled oats or a crushed, unsweetened whole grain cereal as breading for baked chicken, fish, veal cutlets, or eggplant parmesan. Try an unsweetened, whole grain ready-to-eat cereal as croutons in salad or in place of crackers with soup. Freeze leftover cooked brown rice, bulgur, or barley. Heat and serve it later as a quick side dish.
As Snacks:
Snack on ready-to-eat, whole grain cereals such as toasted oat cereal. Add whole-grain flour or oatmeal when making cookies or other baked treats. Try a whole-grain snack chip, such as baked tortilla chips. Popcorn, a whole grain, can be a healthy snack with little or no added salt and butter.
What to Look for on the Food Label:
Choose foods that name one of the following whole-grain ingredients first on the label’s ingredient list:
“brown rice”
“bulgur”
“graham flour”
“oatmeal”
“whole-grain corn”
“whole oats”
“whole rye”
“whole wheat”
“wild rice”
Foods labeled with the words “multi-grain,” “stone-ground,” “100% wheat,” “cracked wheat,” “seven-grain,” or “bran” are usually not whole-grain products. Color is not an indication of a whole grain. Bread can be brown because of molasses or other added ingredients. Read the ingredient list to see if it is a whole grain. Read the food label’s ingredient list. Look for terms that indicate added sugars and oils that add extra calories. Choose foods with fewer added sugars, fats, or oils. Most sodium in the food supply comes from packaged foods. Similar packaged foods can vary widely in sodium content, including breads.
Whole Grain Tips for Children
Set a good example for children by eating whole grains with meals or as snacks. Let children select and help prepare a whole grain side dish. Teach older children to read the ingredient list on cereals or snack food packages and choose those with whole grains at the top of the list.
Sources: http://www.mypyramid.gov/pyramid/grains_tips.html
9/14/07 My Pyramid Plan
Eat these amounts from each food group daily. This plan is a 2400 calorie food pattern. It is based on average needs for someone like you. (A 16 year old female, 5 feet 5 inches tall, 120 pounds, physically active more than 60 minutes a day.) Your food needs also depend on your rate of growth and other factors. See a health care provider who can track your height and weight over time to identify your specific needs.
Grains: Aim for at least 4 ounces of whole grains a day
Veggies: Aim for this much every week:
Dark Green Vegetables = 3 cups weekly
Orange Vegetables = 2 cups weekly
Dry Beans & Peas = 3 cups weekly
Starchy Vegetables = 6 cups weekly
Other Vegetables = 7 cups weekly
Oils and other: Aim for 7 teaspoons of oils a day. Limit your extras (extra fats & sugars) to 360 Calories
Physical Activity: Physical activity is also important for health. You should get at least 60 minutes of physical activity most or all days.
9/20/07
Pear Juice
1) describe what this fruit is traditionally used for, 2) good source for, 3) freshness test,4) important information, 5) general information, and what the 3 greatest amounts of vitamins are in that fruit.
Pear juice is traditionally used for bladder problems, constipation, toxin elimination, liver and prostate. It is a good source of phosphorus, Vitamins B-1 and 2, Pectin, Potassium, Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and Folic acid. When you buy your pears, you want to look for pears that have a deep green color to them and possibly gold or even red. A good pear is slightly firm, yet not soft or mushy. When juicing, don't use a soft pear as it will clog your juicer, and you may want to dilute pear juice with either water or apple juice.
Sources: http://www.juicingbook.com/fruits/pear/
9/12/07Tomato Juice1) describe what this vegetable is traditionally used for,2) good source for,3) freshness test,4) important information,5) general information, and what the 3 greatest amounts of vitamins are in that vegetable.Tomato juice is one of the most popular vegtable juices, you can find it a most every supermarket or foods store. This juice is traditionally used for bladder problems, gall bladder problems, gout, kidneys, liver, skin problems, and weight loss, and it is a good source of phosphorus, sulfur, and vitamin C. You don't want rotten tomato juice, so don't juice a rotten tomato, so when purchasing one always look for one that was vine ripened and always but in season during the summer growing season. You want to avoid hothouse tomatoes, becuase they are picked green and then gassed in order to make them red. Don't forget that tomatoes are a fruit and not a vegetable, so because of this, they are best drunk alone. There is a difference in raw and cooked tomatoes. Cooked tomatoes, can leech the body of important minerals such as calcium. Raw tomatoes are good for cleansing the body, especially the liver. Here's a funny story for those that like funny and historical stories. Tomatoes leaves are actually poisonous and for the longest time, people in North America would not eat Tomatoes thinking that if the leaves were poisonous, then so must be the fruit. The a man travelled to Italy and saw everyone eating Tomatoes to his surprise! Shocked with what he saw, he travelled back to North America and began selling crushed Tomatoes as an elixir. The belief being that if the leaves are poisonous, but the fruit isn't, then it must help make you healthy. Today, this Tomato elixir is known as ketchup.Sources used: http://www.juicingbook.com/vegetables/tomato
9/12/07Red Peppers and Juicing1) describe what this vegetable is traditionally used for,2) good source for,3) freshness test,4) important information,5) general information, and what the 3 greatest amounts of vitamins are in that vegetable.When you think of juice, you may not always think of a big ol' glass of red pepper juice, but it is possible, and some people do do it. In fact, red pepper juice is traditionally used for artery cleaning, arthritis, circulation, eyes, hair loss, high blood pressure, and skin problem. Drinking this juice will supply your body with many needed nutrients including: potassium, silicon, vitamin A, and vitamin C. But, you don't want to juice a rotten pepper, so to check for freshness you always want to look for a slightly shiny pepper that looks like it has NOT been waxed. It is important to remember that a red pepper is considered a green juice, so all you need it 1/4 of it in your juice, and they have a strong flavor, so all you need is a fourth of a pepper. There are two main types of vitamins in red pepper juice, and they are Vitamin C and Vitamin A.Sources used: http://www.juicingbook.com/vegetables/pepperred/
9/11/07
Vitamins- Vitamin B-6 (Pyridoxine, pyridoxal phosphate)FCA’s:1) overview, benefits, natural
sources, how to use, cautions, deficiencies, overdose, side effects, interactions.
2) Look up words that you do not know. You will be presenting your project to the class.3) correct spelling, grammar, and punctuation.Vitamin B-6, works as a coenzyme, a molecule that provides a transfer site for chemical reactions within your body, it helps convert tryptophan, the chemical in turkey that makes you sleepy, to niacin, which can be found in multiple foods including: meat, fish, eggs, milk, and whole grained foods.This vitamin promotes a healthy cardivascular, nervous, and immune systems, and supports healthy skin, hair and nails and a normal red- blood cell formation. It can be used as a possible anemia treatment, functions as a tranquilizer. It also causes a reduction of PMS symptoms and may reduce asthma symptoms and it increases serotonin to ease sleep. People who would benefit from taking B-6 vitamins include pregnant or breast-feeding women, substance abusers, estrogen or contraceptive user, or those with increased nutritional needs.This vitamin can be found naturally in many foods, including: avacados, bananas, chicken, ham, potatoes, salmon, shrimp, sunflower seeds, and many others. B-6 is available in liquid form, due to its fast absorption.Before taking B-6, you should consult your doctor if you have intestinal problem, liver disease, overactive thyroid, or sickle-cell disease. If you are over 55, a marginal deficincy of this vitamin is more likely to occur. If you are pregnant or breastfeeding, avoid large doses because it could cause dependency in the child. Some symptoms of deficiency include weakness, mental confusion, inablity to sleep, irratablity, anemia, or tongue discoloration. Signs of an overdose include include irreversible nerve damage, and excess use of the vitamin may lead to kidney stones. Stop and consult your doctor if depression occurs and you are on an oral contraceptive, or if you have been taking the vitamin for several months and begin to have severs sensory neuropathy.This vitamin interacts with many other substances. Some of these include: oral contraceptives reduce vitamin absorption rates, as do tobacco and alcohol and phenytoin.
Reflective Writes
11-1-07
We went to the computer lab today to work on Addiction questions on the class wiki, which nobody could get onto for like half of class because the link that we all have on our blogs is wrong.
10-30-07
Today we listened to tobacco presentations by Luke, and Micah.
10-28-07
Today we watched a movie about decisions that should be made and how teenagers need to be understood and how making the right choices can be hard for kids like us with everything that is in our lives influencing us.
10-24-07
Today we presented our tobacco projects to the class and Josh had some complaints about the website and its content. James talked about withdrawal and Josh talked about the effects of smoking.
10-22-07
Today we where playing cards in class and talking about what was on them. They talked about the effects of smoking and how hazardous it is for your health. The cards almost made smoking funny, which probably isn't a good idea.
10-12-07
Today we went to the lab and participated in a nation wide drug chat thing. We had to ask these professionals questions about drugs that we wanted answered and they were supposed to respond. However, because there were so many people particiapting that we didn't get any answers back so we have to wait until next week to get them when they publish every single question and their answers.
10-10-07
Today Josh made his brain juice and no offense to him, but it was gross. But that is only because it tasted like grapefruit juice and I find that stuff revolting, it is too bitter for my taste.
10-8-07
Today we went to the lab to work on a Tobacco project, some of the stuff in my category was interesting. I had no idea that there were some many products out there to help people quit smoking. I also didn't know that most of them have not been approved by the FDA and have not been proven to actually work.
10-4-07
Today Ricky gave us a presentation on the different types of contraceptives, Some of the information was interesting but I did not like it when he would pass them aroiund and allowed us to get a chance to touch them. That was gross.
10/2/07
Today in class we had Ricky from Planned parenthood in Brattleboro come to talk to us about STI’s, how you can get them, symptoms, and treatments if any. He told us that the reason that they went from being STDs to STIs was that most would fall under STIs but not under STDs, so being STIs it encompasses more of them. He told us that there about 20 different types of infection, but we talked about the 7 most common ones out there today for people our age (15- 25). They were:
1. Chlamydia
2. Gonorrhea
3. Syphilis
4. HIV/ AIDS
5. Genital Herpes
6. Genital Warts
7. Pubic Lice (Crabs)
Then he talked to us about different types of sexual behavior and how risky they are.
Very Safe Sexual Behavior
1. Kissing with closed lips
2. Rubbing against each other with clothes on, i.e.: dry humping
3. Self Masturbation
4. Talking about sex and sexual fantasies with other people
Reasonably Safe Sexual Behavior
1. Sexual intercourse with a barrier
2. Wet Kissing
3. Oral sex with a barrier
4. Mutual Masturbation with latex gloves
Unsafe Sexual Behavior
1. Sexual Intercourse without a barrier
2. Oral Sex without protection
3. Masturbation with another person
4. Sharing sex toys
9-28-07
Today in class we did more Vitamin presentations
Micha: Vitiman C
Jen: Vitamin B1
Josh: Vitamin B2
9-26-07
Today in class we used the new juicer to see how it worked and to see what the juice would taste like, we juiced apples and the juice tasted like apple cider and surprisingly it was good, I am kind of nervous to see how everyone elses turns out though. Sarah did a Vitamin C presentation and Beth did a presentation on vitamin B3.
9-24-07
Today in class, all we did was go to the lab to work on stuff that we were missing so that those of us who were behind would have that opportunity to catch up.
9/20/07
Today in class, Jim Carter from Underhill came to talk to us about donating organs. We learned about heart and heart rate, liver, kidneys, and dialysis. We learned about the TILT: Today I learned that........ We also learned about alcohol and cirrhosis on the liver. We also learned about the two different types of death: brain and cardiac. We found out that you only need 30% of one kidney to survive and some people may not have both, and you NEED a liver to survive. The liver is also the biggest organ in your body. We also talked about how long certain organs can be outside of the body:
Liver: 4hrs
Heart: 6hrs
Kidneys: 72hrs
Corneas: 14 days
We learned about cars and seat belts:
1964: Ford was the first car to have seat belts as a requirement, and they were only the lap ones.
1950's: Volvo was the firs European car to have seat belts.
1968: USA govt required that all cars mus have seat belts.
2001: Click it or ticket.
Neils Bjolan invented that chest strap of the seat belt. He also talked to use about his daughter, Andrea, who died in a car crash when she was 17 and how her family had her organs donated to people in need of transplants.
9/17/07
Today in class we continued on with our presentations.
Micah: Vitamin C. He didn't know what collagen was so he had to look it up online and found the definition to be: main protein of connective tissue in animals and the most abundant protein in mammals, 25% of the total protein content. We also had to look up whether or not Mountain Dew really causes sterility in men, don't worry, it doesn't.
Jen:Vitamin B-1
Josh: Vitamin B-2
9/14/07
Today we found out about our new assignment: The food pyramid. We were divided into 5 groups, I am in group #1, the Grains with Beth and Josh. We have to go onto the food pyramid website and answer specific questions about the group we were assigned. We also have to go on and complete a quick questionnaire that tells us specifically what we need to take in daily, food wise. Then we were to post the results into the My Projects section of our blogs.
9/14/07
Today in class we learned that we had to create two more accouts, flickr and del.icio.us. These are supposed to help us in links and bookmarking, which I don't get the point of why we have to do this. Then Mr. Cohun left and some of us started our vitamin presentations.
Sara E: Vitamin C
Zach W: Vertamin H
Luke C: Vitamin B-5
Beth C: Vitamin B-3
Jen M: Vitamin B-1
Me: Vitamin B-12
Overall they were really good, some may have needed speling corrections or more information but they all helped us understand the different types of Vitamins out there.
9/14/07
In class today we found out about our new assignments. Each of us has a vegetable, fruit and vitamin to research online. Then we learned about different kinds of juicers. We watched three different videos on juicer each with a different sales pitch. The first one that we watched was the Breville Juice Fountain Elite. The video that we watched next was on the Jack Lalanne Power Juicer. The last video was on the juicer guy. It was a funny sales video that didn't really explain what the juicers details were they were more interested in selling a hippo cup thingie.
9/14/07What is juicing and why would you want to have juicing be part of a healthy lifestyle?
Today in class we got a new assignment, and that was to answer the above question. To do this we had to use the links provided on the school blog. I discovered that the definition of juicing is the natural fluid, fluid content, or liquid part that can be extracted from a plant or one of its parts, esp. of a fruit: orange juice. . But, surprisingly, fruits arre not the only thing that can be juiced, there is also vegetables.
8/31/07
Today in class we learned how to set up our wiki accounts and out blogs. Then we went to the computer lab where we were supposed to put this knowledge into effect and create both accounts. There were problems with the wiki as I couldn't log into it for most of class, but eventually we were able to fix the problem and I could get on. The blog was a lot easier to do. There was a little hold up after it had been created as I had forgotten what username to use and was logging on wrong. But I was to figure out the problem but noticing someone else's account and was able to get on. I also learned to add links and a picture which I was then able to help someone else with.
We went to the computer lab today to work on Addiction questions on the class wiki, which nobody could get onto for like half of class because the link that we all have on our blogs is wrong.
10-30-07
Today we listened to tobacco presentations by Luke, and Micah.
10-28-07
Today we watched a movie about decisions that should be made and how teenagers need to be understood and how making the right choices can be hard for kids like us with everything that is in our lives influencing us.
10-24-07
Today we presented our tobacco projects to the class and Josh had some complaints about the website and its content. James talked about withdrawal and Josh talked about the effects of smoking.
10-22-07
Today we where playing cards in class and talking about what was on them. They talked about the effects of smoking and how hazardous it is for your health. The cards almost made smoking funny, which probably isn't a good idea.
10-12-07
Today we went to the lab and participated in a nation wide drug chat thing. We had to ask these professionals questions about drugs that we wanted answered and they were supposed to respond. However, because there were so many people particiapting that we didn't get any answers back so we have to wait until next week to get them when they publish every single question and their answers.
10-10-07
Today Josh made his brain juice and no offense to him, but it was gross. But that is only because it tasted like grapefruit juice and I find that stuff revolting, it is too bitter for my taste.
10-8-07
Today we went to the lab to work on a Tobacco project, some of the stuff in my category was interesting. I had no idea that there were some many products out there to help people quit smoking. I also didn't know that most of them have not been approved by the FDA and have not been proven to actually work.
10-4-07
Today Ricky gave us a presentation on the different types of contraceptives, Some of the information was interesting but I did not like it when he would pass them aroiund and allowed us to get a chance to touch them. That was gross.
10/2/07
Today in class we had Ricky from Planned parenthood in Brattleboro come to talk to us about STI’s, how you can get them, symptoms, and treatments if any. He told us that the reason that they went from being STDs to STIs was that most would fall under STIs but not under STDs, so being STIs it encompasses more of them. He told us that there about 20 different types of infection, but we talked about the 7 most common ones out there today for people our age (15- 25). They were:
1. Chlamydia
2. Gonorrhea
3. Syphilis
4. HIV/ AIDS
5. Genital Herpes
6. Genital Warts
7. Pubic Lice (Crabs)
Then he talked to us about different types of sexual behavior and how risky they are.
Very Safe Sexual Behavior
1. Kissing with closed lips
2. Rubbing against each other with clothes on, i.e.: dry humping
3. Self Masturbation
4. Talking about sex and sexual fantasies with other people
Reasonably Safe Sexual Behavior
1. Sexual intercourse with a barrier
2. Wet Kissing
3. Oral sex with a barrier
4. Mutual Masturbation with latex gloves
Unsafe Sexual Behavior
1. Sexual Intercourse without a barrier
2. Oral Sex without protection
3. Masturbation with another person
4. Sharing sex toys
9-28-07
Today in class we did more Vitamin presentations
Micha: Vitiman C
Jen: Vitamin B1
Josh: Vitamin B2
9-26-07
Today in class we used the new juicer to see how it worked and to see what the juice would taste like, we juiced apples and the juice tasted like apple cider and surprisingly it was good, I am kind of nervous to see how everyone elses turns out though. Sarah did a Vitamin C presentation and Beth did a presentation on vitamin B3.
9-24-07
Today in class, all we did was go to the lab to work on stuff that we were missing so that those of us who were behind would have that opportunity to catch up.
9/20/07
Today in class, Jim Carter from Underhill came to talk to us about donating organs. We learned about heart and heart rate, liver, kidneys, and dialysis. We learned about the TILT: Today I learned that........ We also learned about alcohol and cirrhosis on the liver. We also learned about the two different types of death: brain and cardiac. We found out that you only need 30% of one kidney to survive and some people may not have both, and you NEED a liver to survive. The liver is also the biggest organ in your body. We also talked about how long certain organs can be outside of the body:
Liver: 4hrs
Heart: 6hrs
Kidneys: 72hrs
Corneas: 14 days
We learned about cars and seat belts:
1964: Ford was the first car to have seat belts as a requirement, and they were only the lap ones.
1950's: Volvo was the firs European car to have seat belts.
1968: USA govt required that all cars mus have seat belts.
2001: Click it or ticket.
Neils Bjolan invented that chest strap of the seat belt. He also talked to use about his daughter, Andrea, who died in a car crash when she was 17 and how her family had her organs donated to people in need of transplants.
9/17/07
Today in class we continued on with our presentations.
Micah: Vitamin C. He didn't know what collagen was so he had to look it up online and found the definition to be: main protein of connective tissue in animals and the most abundant protein in mammals, 25% of the total protein content. We also had to look up whether or not Mountain Dew really causes sterility in men, don't worry, it doesn't.
Jen:Vitamin B-1
Josh: Vitamin B-2
9/14/07
Today we found out about our new assignment: The food pyramid. We were divided into 5 groups, I am in group #1, the Grains with Beth and Josh. We have to go onto the food pyramid website and answer specific questions about the group we were assigned. We also have to go on and complete a quick questionnaire that tells us specifically what we need to take in daily, food wise. Then we were to post the results into the My Projects section of our blogs.
9/14/07
Today in class we learned that we had to create two more accouts, flickr and del.icio.us. These are supposed to help us in links and bookmarking, which I don't get the point of why we have to do this. Then Mr. Cohun left and some of us started our vitamin presentations.
Sara E: Vitamin C
Zach W: Vertamin H
Luke C: Vitamin B-5
Beth C: Vitamin B-3
Jen M: Vitamin B-1
Me: Vitamin B-12
Overall they were really good, some may have needed speling corrections or more information but they all helped us understand the different types of Vitamins out there.
9/14/07
In class today we found out about our new assignments. Each of us has a vegetable, fruit and vitamin to research online. Then we learned about different kinds of juicers. We watched three different videos on juicer each with a different sales pitch. The first one that we watched was the Breville Juice Fountain Elite. The video that we watched next was on the Jack Lalanne Power Juicer. The last video was on the juicer guy. It was a funny sales video that didn't really explain what the juicers details were they were more interested in selling a hippo cup thingie.
9/14/07What is juicing and why would you want to have juicing be part of a healthy lifestyle?
Today in class we got a new assignment, and that was to answer the above question. To do this we had to use the links provided on the school blog. I discovered that the definition of juicing is the natural fluid, fluid content, or liquid part that can be extracted from a plant or one of its parts, esp. of a fruit: orange juice. . But, surprisingly, fruits arre not the only thing that can be juiced, there is also vegetables.
8/31/07
Today in class we learned how to set up our wiki accounts and out blogs. Then we went to the computer lab where we were supposed to put this knowledge into effect and create both accounts. There were problems with the wiki as I couldn't log into it for most of class, but eventually we were able to fix the problem and I could get on. The blog was a lot easier to do. There was a little hold up after it had been created as I had forgotten what username to use and was logging on wrong. But I was to figure out the problem but noticing someone else's account and was able to get on. I also learned to add links and a picture which I was then able to help someone else with.
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