17 year old girl close to death after eating only chicken nuggets for 15 years

Stacey Irvine is a teenager who has been hooked on chicken nuggets all her life. She has never eaten vegetables or fresh fruit, depriving her body of vital vitamins and minerals. Recently, she has been rushed to the hospital because she was struggling to breath. The doctors warned her to give up fast food or die.

A 20-piece portion of McNuggets contains 58g of fat and 926 calories!!!

Read more: http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-2092071/Stacey-Irvine-17-collapses-eating-McDonalds-chicken-nuggets-age-2.html#ixzz1l79Er9WH

CINNAMON - AMAZING SPICE!

Few days ago I received an e-mail about the combined benefits of honey and cinnamon. I don't generally like to take information for granted so I have done my own internet-based research and I've summed up this material. Cinammon is absolutely incredible and I hope reading this will make you introduce this great and cheap food in your daily diet


Cinnamon is one of the world's oldest known spices. The tree is native to Sri Lanka where it was found thousands of years ago. It is the best spice available in terms of its nutrition and health. Its unique healthy and healing property comes from the active components in the essential oils found in its bark. Cinnamon has extremely high anti-oxidant activity due to which it has numerous health benefits. Aside from being used as a medicine by other cultures since ancient times, the health benefits may also come from eating it which can be listed as follows:
1. Lowers Cholesterol:
Studies have shown that just 1/2 teaspoon of cinnamon included in a daily diet can lower cholesterol. Also Cinnamon may significantly lower LDL "bad" cholesterol, and triglycerides (fatty acids in the blood) and total cholesterol.
2. Reduces blood sugar levels and treats Type 2 Diabetes:
Several studies have shown improved insulin sensitivity and blood glucose control by taking as little as ½ teaspoon of cinnamon per day. Improving insulin resistance can help in weight control as well as decreasing the risk for heart disease.
3. Heart Disease:
Cinnamon strengthens the cardiovascular system thereby shielding the body from heart related disorders. It is believed that the calcium and fiber present in cinnamon provides protection against heart diseases. Including a little cinnamon in the food helps those suffering from coronary artery disease and high blood pressure.
4. Fights Cancer :
A study released by researchers at the U.S. Department of Agriculture in Maryland showed that cinnamon reduced the proliferation of leukemia and lymphoma cancer cells. Besides, the combination of calcium and fiber found in Cinnamon can help to remove bile, which prevents damage to colon cells, thus prevents colon cancer.
5. Tooth decay and mouth freshener:
Cinnamon has traditionally been used to treat toothache and fight bad breath. Small pieces of cinnamon can be chewed, or gargled with cinnamon water which serves as a good mouth freshener.
6. Cures Respiratory Problems:
Cinnamon is very useful home remedy for common or severe colds. A person suffering should take one tablespoon of honey with 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon powder daily for 3 days. This process will cure most chronic cough, cold and clear the sinuses.Cinnamon also found to cure flu, influenza, sore throat and congestion.
7. Brain Tonic:
Cinnamon boosts the activity of the brain and hence acts as a good brain tonic. It helps in removing nervous tension and memory loss.Also, studies have shown that smelling cinnamon may boost cognitive function, memory, performance of certain tasks and increases one's alertness and concentration.
8. Infections:
Due to its antifungal, antibacterial, antiviral, anti-parasitic and antiseptic properties, it is effective on external as well as internal infections. Cinnamon has been found to be effective in fighting vaginal yeast infections, oral yeast infections, stomach ulcers and head lice.
9. Eases menstruation cycles:
Cinnamon has also been found useful for women's health as it helps in providing relief from menstrual cramping and other feminine discomforts.
10. Birth Control:
Cinnamon also helps in natural birth control. Regular consumption of cinnamon after child birth delays menstruation and thus helps in avoiding conception.
11. Breastfeeding: It is believed that cinnamon aids in the secretion of breast milk.
12. Reduces Arthritis Pain:
Cinnamon spice contains anti-inflammatory compounds which can be useful in reducing pain and inflammation associated with arthritis.A study conducted at Copenhagen University, where patients were given half a teaspoon of cinnamon powder combined with one tablespoon of honey every morning had significant relief in arthritis pain after one week and could walk without pain within one month
13. Digestive Tonic:
Cinnamon should be added to most recipes. Apart from adding flavor to the food, it also aids in digestion. Cinnamon is very effective for indigestion, nausea, vomiting, upset stomach, diarrhea and flatulence. It is very helpful in removing gas from the stomach and intestines. It also removes acidity, diarrhea and morning sickness. It is often referred to as a digestive tonic.
14. Reduces Urinary tract infections:
People who eat cinnamon on a regular basis report a lower incidence of urinary tract infections. Cinnamon is diuretic in nature and helps in secretion and discharge of urine.
15. Anti clotting Actions:
A compound found in Cinnamon called as cinnamaldehyde has been well-researched for its effects on blood platelets. [Platelets are constituents of blood that are meant to clump together under emergency circumstances (like physical injury) as a way to stop bleeding, but under normal circumstances, they can make the blood flow inadequate if they clump together too much]. The cinnamaldehyde in cinnamon helps prevent unwanted clumping of blood platelets.
16. Natural Food Preserver:
When added to food, it prevents bacterial growth and food spoilage, making it a natural food preservative.
17. Headaches and migraine:
Headache due to the exposure to cold wind is readily cured by applying a thin paste of powdered cinnamon mixed in water on the temples & forehead.
18. Pimples and Blackheads:
Cinnamon helps in removing blood impurities. Therefore it is often recommended for pimples.Also external application of paste of cinnamon powder with a few drops of fresh lemon juice over pimples & black heads would give beneficial result.
19. Thinning of the blood and improves blood circulation:
Cinnamon is a blood thinning agent which also acts to increase circulation. This blood circulation helps significantly in removing pain. Good blood circulation also ensures oxygen supply to the body cells leading to higher metabolic activity. You significantly reduce the chance of getting a heart attack by regularly consuming cinnamon.
20. Toning of tissues:
Considerable anecdotal evidence exists to suggest that cinnamon may have the ability to tone and constrict tissues in the body.
21. Muscle and joint pain relief:
Those who eat cinnamon on a regular basis often report that their muscle and joint pain, as well as stiffness, is reduced or even eliminated.
22. Immune System:
Honey and cinnamon paste is good for boosting the immune system, removing regular fatigue and increasing the longevity of an individual. It is also known to have anti-aging properties.
23. Itching:
Paste of honey and cinnamon is often used to treat insect bites.
24. It is a great source of manganese, fiber, iron, and calcium.
25. Healing: Cinnamon helps in stopping bleeding. Therefore it facilitates the healing process.Indeed, cinnamon has several health benefits as highlighted above that can be used to improve one's health and boost one's immune system. This is a great reason to keep some cinnamon around. Sprinkle it in your tea or coffee, over oatmeal or a sweet potato and, this will do wonders to your health.
[However, there's a word of warning to be taken that over dosage of cinnamon may be unwise. Also it is not recommended for pregnant women.
Also, people who have been prescribed medication to manage their blood sugar should not reduce or discontinue their dose and take cinnamon instead, especially without consulting your doctor.]




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WOD:"Istoria isi bate joc de cei care nu o cunosc, repetandu-se." (Nicolae Iorga)

"Daca libertatea inseamna ceva, atunci inseamna dreptul de a spune oamenilor ceea ce nu vor sa auda"

In ultimele zile am fost intrebat de elevii mei ce cred despre evenimentele din Bucuresti. Si pentru ca timpul de la clasa nu-mi permite sa ma exprim prea mult pe acest subiect (after all, I am an English teacher, I have to teach English:) cred ca voi, elevii mei, meritati un raspuns sincer prin intermediul acestui blog. 
Asadar, ma intrebam de multa vreme cat mai poate indura romanul. Iata ca se pare ca Romania in sfarsit s-a trezit.Dar oare intreaga tara s-a trezit?Se pare ca doar unii romani au facut-o si au iesit in strada. Pentru toti cei care nu o fac. Din diverse motive. Chiar si asa, faptul ca oamenii au iesit in strada este un pas important si protestele (cele pasnice si nu cele in care au fost implicati huligani!) din Piata Universitatii reprezinta  lucru extraordinar. Un mare scriitor englez, George Orwell, spunea odata ca "Daca libertatea inseamna ceva, atunci inseamna dreptul de a spune oamenilor ceea ce nu vor sa auda". Asta fac acei "nebuni frumosi" din Piata. Le spun celor de la putere ca NU MAI VOR SA FIE BATJOCORITI, FURATI , MINTITI SI MANIPULATI! Si chiar daca protestul vizeaza puterea si pe presedintele Basescu, nu trebuie sa fii filozof ca sa-ti dai seama ca mesajul este urmatorul: TOATA CLASA POLITICA ESTE COMPROMISA SI NU AVEM ALTERNATIVA! ESTE NEVOIE DE O SCHIMBARE PROFUNDA, DE SUS PANA JOS! Din pacate acesta este adevarul: politicienii sunt in cea mai mare parte corupti, murdari si indiferenti la doleantele celor care i-au votat. Acest lucru ii transforma in CRIMINALI. Este foarte important ca din aceste proteste toti romanii sa inteleaga ca intr-adevar SOMNUL RATIUNII NASTE MONSTRII si ca, daca vrem ca sa se schimbe intr-adevar ceva in actuala clasa politica, va trebui SA NE IMPLICAM TOTI SI SA LUAM ATITUDINE. Dar aceasta nu va trebui sa se intample o data la 20 de ani, ci in fiecare zi! Trebuie sa ne implicam si sa luam atitudine fata de cei care incalca regulile democratiei, cei care sunt violenti, cei care mint, fura si manipuleaza. Pentru ca nimic nu face mai rau democratiei si libertatii decat indiferenta! Sper ca protestele sa fie lipsite de violenta, pentru ca aceasta este cea mai curata forma de a lupta cu raul. Mai sper ca aceste revolte sa dea prilejul oamenilor cinstiti si priceputi sa iasa in fata, sa ocupe functii importante in stat si sa ajute sa schimbe fata Romaniei inspre mai bine! Mii de multumiri celor care ies in piata si indura zi de zi frigul pentru toti ceilalti!

JOD: Dog talking bet

What better way to start a new year than a good joke?

Here are two nice jokes to make you feel optimistic about the year that has just started

MAY WE ALL HAVE A FUNNY SUCCESSFUL YEAR!

A man and his dog walk into a bar. The man proclaims, "I'll bet you a round of drinks that my dog can talk."
Bartender: "Yeah! Sure...go ahead."
Man: "What covers a house?"
Dog: "Roof!"
Man: "How does sandpaper feel?"
Dog: "Rough!"
Man: "Who was the greatest ball player of all time?"
Dog: "Ruth!"
Man: "Pay up. I told you he could talk."
The bartender, annoyed at this point, throws both of them out the door. Sitting on the sidewalk, the dog looks at the guy and says, "or is the greatest player Mantle?"

 

In 1997 at the age of 87 and not acquainted with modern technology, Ruth was given a "cordless" phone by her son. He lived 1500 miles away. After setting it up and showing her how to use it he went home and called her. "How is your new phone working, Mom." Her reply astonished him. "Oh we took it back. It wouldn't work. It did not even have a cord."