Tuesday, December 9, 2008

Vegetable

Vegetable

( Amount of Minerals & Vitamins contained )

Artichoke

One medium cooked with no added salt has 4.2 grams protein and 6.5 grams of fiber.Potassium - 425 mg
Phosphorus - 103 mg
Magnesium - 72 mg
Calcium - 54 mg
Also contains small amounts of selenium, iron , manganese , copper and zinc. Vitamin C - 12 mg
Niacin - 1.2 mg
Pantothenic Acid - .5 mg
Folate - 61.2 mcg
Vitamin A - 212 IU
Contains some other vitamins in small amounts.

Asparagus

Half cup (about 4 spears) cooked with no added salt contains over 2 grams of protein and almost 1.5 grams of fiber. Potassium - 144 mg
Phosphorus - 48.5 mg
Calcium - 18 mg
Sodium - 10 mg
Magnesium - 9 mg
Also contains small amounts of selenium , iron , manganese, copper and zinc. Vitamin A - 485 IU
Vitamin C - 9.7 mg
Niacin - .974 mg
Folate - 131 mcg
Contains some other vitamins in small amounts.

Avocado
Strictly speaking, an Avocado is a fruit

Broccoli
Half cup cooked with no added salt contains 2.3 grams protein and 2.3 grams fiber.Potassium - 228 mg
Phosphorus - 46 mg
Calcium - 36 mg
Sodium - 28 mg
Magnesium - 18.7 mg
Iron - .65 mg
Vitamin K - 110 mcg
Also contains small amounts of selenium, manganese , copper and zinc . Vitamin A - 1083 IU
Vitamin C - 58 mg
Niacin - .45 mg
Pantothenic Acid - .4 mg
Folate - 39 mcg
Contains some other vitamins in small amounts.


Carrots

Half cup cooked with no added salt contains .85 grams protein and 2.6 grams fiber.Potassium - 177 mg
Sodium - 51.5 mg
Calcium - 24 mg
Magnesium - 10 mg
Iron - .48 mg
Also contains small amounts of selenium, manganese, zinc. Vitamin A - 19,152 IU
Vitamin C - 1.8 mg
Niacin - .4 mg
Pantothenic Acid - .2 mg
Vitamin B6 - .2 mg
Contains some other vitamins in small amounts.


Cauliflower

Half cup cooked with no added salt contains 1.1 grams protein and 1.7 grams fiber.Potassium - 88 mg
Phosphorus - 19.8 mg
Calcium - 9.9 mg
Sodium - 9.3 mg
Magnesium - 5.6 mg
Also contains small amounts of selenium,iron , manganese ,copper and zinc. Vitamin C - 27.5 mg
Vitamin A - 1.5 IU
Pantothenic Acid - .3 mg
Contains some other vitamins in small amounts.


Corn

One ear, cooked with no salt contains 2.6 grams protein and 2.1 grams fiber. Potassium - 191.7 mg
Phosphorus - 79.3 mg
Magnesium - 24.6 mg
Sodium - 13 mg
Calcium - 1.5 mg
selenium - .6 mg
Iron - .5 mg
Zinc - .4 mg
Also contains small amounts of manganese and copper . Vitamin C - 4.8 mg
Vitamin A - 167 IU
Niacin - 1.2 mg
Folate - 27.3 mcg
Pantothenic Acid - .68 mg
Contains some other vitamins in small amounts.


Cucumber

Half a cup of sliced cucumber with skins contains .36 grams protein and .42 grams fiber.Potassium - 74.9 mg
Phosphorus - 1.4 mg
Magnesium - 5.7 mg
Sodium - 1 mg
Calcium - 7.3 mg
Also contains small amounts of selenium, iron, manganese, copper and zinc.Vitamin C - 2.6 mg
Vitamin A - 111.8 IU
Contains some other vitamins in small amounts.
Green Pepper
One small raw pepper contains .66 grams protein and 1.3 grams fiber. Potassium - 131 mg
Phosphorus - 14 mg
Magnesium - 7.4mg
Calcium - 6.7 mg
Sodium - 1.48 mg
Also contains small amounts of selenium , iron , manganese, copper and zinc. Vitamin A - 467.7i u
Vitamin C - 66 mg
Niacin - .4 mg
Folate - 6.8 mcg
Contains some other vitamins in small amounts.


Kale

One cup of cooked kale with no added salt contains 2.5 grams protein and 2.6 grams fiber.Potassium - 296.4 mg
Phosphorus - 36.4 mg
Magnesium - 23.4 mg
Calcium - 32 mg
Sodium - 29.9 mg
Iron - 1.2 mg
Manganese - .5 mg
Selenium - 1.2 mg
Vitamin K - 1062 mcg Also contains small amounts of copper and zinc .Vitamin A - 9,620 IU
Vitamin C - 53.3 mg
Niacin - .6 mg
Folate - 17 mcg
Contains some other vitamins in small amounts.


Lima Beans
One cup of cooked large lima beans with no added salt contains 14.7 grams protein and 13.2 grams fiber.Potassium - 955 mg
Phosphorus - 208.7 mg
Magnesium - 8.8 mg
Calcium - 32 mg
Selenium - 8.5 mg
Iron - 4.5 mg
Sodium - 3.8 mg
Zinc - 1.8 mg
Manganese - .8 mg
copper - .44 mgPantothenic Acid - .8 mg
Niacin - .8 mg
Folate - 156 mcg
Contains some other vitamins in small amounts.


Mushroom

Half a cup of raw mushrooms contains 1.0 grams of protein and .42 grams of fiber. Potassium - 129.5 mg
Phosphorus - 36.4 mg
Magnesium - 3.5 mg
Selenium - 3 mg
Calcium - 1.8 mg
Sodium - 1.4 mg
Iron - .36 mg
Also contains small amounts of manganese, copper and zinc . Vitamin D - 26.6 IU
Niacin - 1.4 mg
Vitamin C - .8 mg
Pantothenic Acid - .5 mg
Contains some other vitamins in small amounts.



Onions

One small onion cooked without salt contains .8 grams protein and 1.3 grams of fiber.Potassium - 110 mg
Phosphorus - 23.1 mg
Calcium - 14 mg
Magnesium - 7 mg
Sodium - 2.1 mg
Selenium - .42 mg
Also contains small amounts of iron, manganese, copper and zinc. Vitamin C - 4.5 mg
Folate - 9 mcg
Contains some other vitamins in small amounts.



Peas

One cup of boiled peas with no salt added contains 8.58 grams of protein and 8.8 grams of fiber.Potassium - 433.6 mg
Phosphorus - 187.2 mg
Magnesium - 62.4 mg
Calcium - 43.2 mg
Sodium - 4.8 mg
Selenium - 3.0 mg
Iron - 2.5 mg
Zinc - 1.9 mg
Manganese - .8 mg
Also contains small amount of copper .Vitamin A - 955.2iu
Vitamin C - 22.72 mg
Niacin - 3.23 mg
Folate - 100.8 mcg
Vitamin B1 (thiamine) - .41 mg
Vitamin B6 - .35 mg
Contains some other vitamins in small amounts.


Potatoes
One medium baked potato without salt contains 3.0 grams of protein and 2.3 grams of fiber.Potassium - 610 mg
Phosphorus - 78 mg
Magnesium - 39 mg
Calcium - 7.8 mg
Sodium - 7.8 mg
Iron - .55 mg
Selenium - .46 mg
Zinc - .45 mg
Also contains small amounts of manganese and copper . Vitamin C - 20 mg
Niacin - 2.18 mg
Pantothenic Acid - .9 mg
Vitamin B6 - .5 mg
Folate - 14 mcg
Contains some other vitamins in small amounts.



Spinach
One cup of raw spinach contains .86 grams of protein and .81 grams of fiber.Potassium - 167.4 mg
Phosphorus - 14.7 mg
Magnesium - 23.7 mg
Calcium - 29.7 mg
Sodium - 23.7 mg
Iron - .81 mg
Selenium - .3 mg
- Vitamin K - 145 mcg
Also contains small amounts of manganese, copper and zinc . Vitamin A - 2014.5 mg
Vitamin C - 8.43 mg
Folate - 58.2 mcg
Contains some other vitamins in small amounts.



Squash, Summer
One cup of sliced summer squash, baked with no added salt contains 1.65 grams of protein and 2.5 grams of fiber. Potassium - 345.6 mg
Phosphorus - 7.2 mg
Magnesium - 43.2 mg
Calcium - 48.6 mg
Sodium - 1.8 mg
Iron - .65 mg
Manganese - .38 mg
Selenium - .36 mg
Zinc - .7 mg
Also contains small amount of copper.Vitamin A - 516.6 mg
Vitamin C - 9.9 mg
Niacin - .92 mg
Folate - 36 mcg
Contains some other vitamins in small amounts.



Squash, Winter

One cup of cubed winter squash, baked with no added salt contains 1.02 grams of protein and 2.07 grams of fiber.Potassium - 181.3 mg
Phosphorus - 21.7 mg
Magnesium - 17.0 mg
Calcium - 32.5 mg
Sodium - 27.9 mg
Iron - .52 mg
Selenium - .46 mg
Also contains small amounts of manganese, copper and zinc .Vitamin A - 17.5 mg
Vitamin C - 5.4 mg
Niacin - 1.25 mg
Folate - 57.4 mcg
Pantothenic Acid - .55 mg
Contains some other vitamins in small amounts.




Sweet Potatoes

One medium sweet potato baked in its skin contains 1.96 grams of protein and 3.42 grams of fiber.Potassium - 273 mg
Phosphorus - 29.5 mg
Magnesium - 13.5 mg
Calcium - 6.2 mg
Sodium - 11.0 mg
Iron - .55 mg
Selenium - .5 mg
Manganese - .6 mg
Zinc - .3 mg
Also contains small amount of copper .
Vitamin A - 24,877 mg
Vitamin C - 28.0 mg
Pantothenic Acid - .74 mg
Niacin - .69 mg
Folate - 26.2 mcg
Contains some other vitamins in small amounts.

20 Common Cooking Ingredients that Act Like Medicines

20 Common Cooking Ingredients that Act Like Medicines

(20 Common Cooking Ingredients -Health wonders )

Natural Home Remedies, Regional Remedies & Medicines, Traditional Herbal Remedies Delana May 18th. 2008, 1:26pm--
The use of herbal treatments for everything from sore throats to cancer has become more and more common with every passing year. We all know about the herbal supplements like St. John's Wort that can help you with chronic health problems, but did you know that many common edible herbs, spices and vegetables can provide impressive health benefits?

While you probably already use these ingredients in your home, you may not realize that they can do much more than just making your meals tasty and interesting. Here are some common foods that do double duty as effective herbal treatments.




1. Turmeric. As anyone who has ever treated a head cold with a nice hot Indian meal already knows, turmeric is one of the best healing herbs available to us today. It contains the anti-inflammatory curcumin, which may function in the same way as some pharmaceutical arthritis drugs.
The next time your joints are aching, just have a healthy serving of curry and see if your symptoms respond to the exotic spice. Researchers recommend a daily serving of 400 mg each day.


2. Ginger. Ginger has been well-known as a calmer of upset tummies for many generations. This 'old wives' tale' has actually been proven to be true following several research studies on the effects of ginger ingestion of cruise ship passengers.
Many people around the world also use ginger as a mild pain reliever. For everyday aches or for arthritis pain, fresh or powdered ginger added to food can actually help to reduce your symptoms.Ginger may also be an effective means of controlling ovarian cancer cells, according to a 2006 study by the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center. More research is needed, but the preliminary findings are very promising.

3. Cinnamon. Cinnamon was recently studied by German scientists for its effects on people with type 2 diabetes. Amazingly, they found that diabetics could decrease their blood sugar by up to 10% just by taking a cinnamon extract daily.. Another study found that cinnamon may help to lower cholesterol as well.
Since cinnamon can be toxic when taken in very large quantities (much more than you would probably be able to eat at once), experts recommend that you use a cinnamon extract rather than actual cinnamon..

4. Garlic. Garlic is truly a super food. Not only does it taste wonderful, but it may even reduce your cancer risk. A 2006 study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition showed that people who consumed high doses of garlic had low instances of several types of cancers.
Garlic is known to be extremely useful against bacteria, even those that are resistant to antibiotics. It has antifungal and antiviral properties and may even help to lower cholesterol and prevent strokes..

5. Rosemary. If you have to choose just one herb to help you avoid several different types of cancer, rosemary may be it. Rosemary can actually help to prevent carcinogens that you ingest from binding with your DNA. This can help to prevent the formation of tumors and the eventual development of cancer.
Although human studies have not yet been conducted, preliminary animal studies have shown amazing potential for this common herb. You don't need to buy any special form of rosemary to get these benefits; simply use rosemary liberally in your cooking along with other beneficial herbs like parsley, oregano, onion, garlic, or thyme.

6. Honey. Honey is commonly used as a digestion aid and to soothe sore tummies and throats. The hydrating qualities of honey are well-known all around the world, and desert travelers have been known to carry honey and water to quench their thirst on long treks.
Honey is used externally as well as internally. Its ability to hydrate skin works even when it is applied topically. Because of this, honey is a common ingredient in many skin treatments, lotions, soaps, and anti-aging skin creams.
Perhaps the most impressive of honey's abilities is its effectiveness as a burn treatment. Honey helps to soothe the pain of a burn while limiting inflammation and retarding infection.

7. Chili Peppers. Hot peppers are an amazing food that can help you treat any number of common conditions. At home, you can eat them to to clear up a congested head and as a natural pain reliever.
An exciting and often-publicized use for chili peppers is as a metabolism boost. Adding chili peppers to your meals can help you burn more calories, and it is believed that chili peppers can even help you feel fuller after a meal.

8. Olive Oil. This delicious and exotic-tasting oil may help to save your life some day. With regular modest consumption, olive oil can help stop plaque from forming in arteries, thus reducing your risk of heart attacks.

9. Rice. Rice is one of the best-tolerated foods available.. It can help to soothe a stomach that is suffering from constipation or diarrhea, and even people suffering from the flu are likely to be able to take some rice. Eating rice regularly can prevent the formation of kidney stones and block some types of intestinal cancers.

10. Parsley. Because it is rich in antioxidants, parsley can help to block certain types of cancers and keep your body's cells young and healthy. Antioxidants are particularly useful for detoxifying carcinogens, such as the types found in cigarette smoke.

11. Onions (and related plants such as chives, shallots, and leeks). Plants in the onion family have been used as medicines since ancient times. Their properties have been known and enjoyed by cultures all around the world. Their exceptionally high concentration of antioxidants makes onions and related plants ideal for preventing cancer.
Onions and related plants are also a hugely effective treatment for lung disorders such as pneumonia and chronic bronchitis. They have outstanding anti-inflammatory properties and can be used as antibiotics and antivirals.

12. Lemon. Lemon has a multitude of medicinal uses and has been a prized part of the medicinal kitchen for many generations. It is a general clarifier and purifier, and can be taken to cleanse the body of impurities. It has also been used to treat headaches, arthritis, and pneumonia.
Although it seems counterintuitive (or just plain painful), applying lemon juice to cuts and scrapes is great for preventing infections. The natural antiseptic properties of lemon juice will keep infections at bay and can even reduce the appearance of bruises.

13. Mustard. This humble little plant is commonly used as an expectorant and decongestant. It is antibacterial and can also help to clear nasal passages when one is suffering from a cold or other sinus malady.
Surprisingly, mustard is also used to increase the metabolism. Using plain yellow mustard liberally on foods adds a negligible amount of calories and helps to increase the amount of calories that the body burns.

14. Cloves. Clove oil is used by many cultures as a natural painkiller and anti-inflammatory. It is used in many modern toothache remedies to dull the pain and swelling.

15. Apples. An apple a day keeps the cancer away. Regular consumption of apples can block many types of cancer and act as a general health-booster. Apples can reduce appetite and even lower your cholesterol.

16. Kale. Kale has enjoyed a resurgence in popularity lately, and with good reason. It has more lutein than any other vegetable and more beta carotene than spinach. It can help prevent cancer and regulate estrogen in the body.

17. Licorice. Not the licorice candy sold in the United States - this often contains no licorice at all! Real licorice contains a substance that is strongly anti-cancer. Licorice is also antibacterial and can reduce stomach ulcers and diarrhea.

18. Peppermint. Most mints, in fact.. The leaves of mint plants are commonly used in teas and medicines to calm upset stomachs, promote sleep, and reduce stress and tension.

19. Horseradish. Like its relative mustard, horseradish is a fantastic tool for fighting digestive disorders. It can be used to treat constipation. It is also a great immune system booster, giving the liver increased power to filter out harmful substances from foods.

20. Avocado. The main ingredient in guacamole isn't just tasty; it's the source of lots of 'good' fat and can prevent the buildup of 'bad' cholesterol. It keeps your heart and circulatory system healthy by preventing the clogging of arteries.
Now that you know the incredible health benefits that some common herbs, spices, and plants can provide, try to incorporate some of them into your everyday eating. You may just find yourself in better health today and in the future.

Human Body Multiple Choice Quiz Questions with Answers

Title Human Body Multiple Choice Quiz Questions with Answers



1. What is the body temperature of a normal man?


A. 81.1oC


B. 36.9oC



C. 98.6oC


D. 21.7oC





2. Which of the following helps in clotting of blood?


A. Vitamin B1


B. Vitamin B2


C. Vitamin D


D. Vitamin K

3. Total volume of blood in a normal adult human being is


A. 5-6 liters


B. 3-4 liters


C. 8-10 liters


D. 10-12 liters



4. Red blood corpuscles are formed in the





A. Liver





B. Bone marrow





C. Kidneys





D. Heart





5. How many bones are there in an adult human being?





A. 210





B. 260





C. 206





D. 300





6. The pancreas secretes





A. Insulin





B. Bile juice





C. Peptic juice





D. None of these





7. Tibia is a bone found in the





A. Skull





B. Arm





C. Leg





D. Face





8. The largest part of the human brain is the





A. Medulla oblongata





B. Cerebellum





C. Cerebrum





D. None of these





9. What is the main component of bones and teeth?





A. Calcium carbonate





B. Calcium phosphate





C. Calcium sulphate





D. Calcium nitrate





10. The main constituent of hemoglobin is





A. Chlorine





B. Iron





C. Calcium





D. None of these





11. The main function of the kidney is





A. To control blood pressure





B. To control body temperature





C. To remove waste product from the body





D. To help in digestion of food





12. The function of hemoglobin is





A. Transportation of oxygen





B. Destruction of bacteria





C. Prevention of anemia





D. Utilization of energy





13. Which of the following glands secrete tears?





A. Lachrymal





B. Pituitary





C. Thyroid





D. Pancreas





14. Which is the largest gland in the human body?





A. Thyroid





B. Liver





C. Pancreas





D. None of these





15. Which is the largest organ in the human body?





A. Liver





B. Heart





C. Skin





D. Kidney





16. A person of which of the following blood groups is called a universal donor?




A. O





B. AB





C. A





D. B





17. Which gland in the human body is called the master gland?





A. Pancreas





B. Thyroid





C. Pituitary





D. Spleen





18. How many bones are there in a newly born infant?





A. 206





B. 230





C. 280





D. 300





19. Which of the following have maximum calorific value?





A. Carbohydrates





B. Fats





C. Proteins





D. Vitamins





20. Which of the following vitamins promote healthy functioning of eyes in human beings?




A. Vitamin B





B. Vitamin C





C. Vitamin A





D. Vitamin D





21. The average heartbeat per minute in a normal man is





A. 50





B. 70





C. 80





D. 100





22. A person with which of the following blood groups can receive blood of any group?




A. A





B. AB





C. B





D. O





23. Malaria is a disease which effects the





A. Heart





B. Lungs





C. Spleen





D. Kidneys





24. Which of the following diseases is caused by virus?





A. Small pox





B. Tuberculosis





C. Malaria





D. Cholera





25. Medulla oblongata is a part of human





A. Heart





B. Brain





C. Liver





D. Sex organ





26. Myopia is a disease connected with





A. Ears





B. Eyes





C. Lungs





D. Brain





27. Leukemia is a disease of the





A. Lungs





B. Blood





C. Skin





D. Nerves





28. Short-sightedness can be corrected by using





A. Convex lens





B. Concave lens





C. Convex-concave lens





D. Concave-convex lens





29. Trachoma is a disease of the





A. Liver





B. Eyes





C. Lungs





D. Kidneys





30. Match the following











Column I Column II











A. Beriberi 1. Vitamin A





B. Scurvy 2. Vitamin B





C. Rickets 3. Vitamin C





D. Night Blindness 4. Vitamin D











A B C D











(a) 3 2 1 4











(b) 2 1 3 4











(c) 2 3 4 1











(d) 2 3 1 4











31. Typhoid and cholera are typical examples of





A. Infectious diseases





B. Air-borne disease





C. Water-borne disease





D. None of these





32. Pyorrhea is a disease of the





A. Nose





B. Gums





C. Heart





D. Lungs





33. Lack of what causes diabetes.





A. Sugar





B. Insulin





C. Calcium





D. Vitamins





34. Appendix is appendix is a part of





A. Small intestine





B. Large intestine





C. Stomach





D. Liver





35. Match the following columns











Column I Column II











A. Cataract 1. Bones





B. Jaundice 2. Eyes





C. Diabetes 3. Liver





D. Arthritis 4. Pancreas











A B C D











(a) 2 3 4 1











(b) 2 3 1 4











(c) 1 3 4 2











(d) 3 2 4 1











36. Bronchitis is a disease of which of the following organs?





A. Blood





B. Bladder





C. Liver





D. Respiratory tract





37. ECG is used for the diagnosis of aliments of





A. Brain





B. Heart





C. Kidneys





D. Lungs





38. Biopsy is done on





A. Tissues taken from a dead body





B. Tissues taken form a living body





C. Blood from veins





D. Blood from arteries





39. Barium is used for





A. Checking blood group





B. X-ray of alimentary canal





C. X-ray of brain





D. None of these





40. Dialysis is used for the treatment of





A. Kidney failure





B. Heart weakness





C. Brain diseases





D. None of these





41. Insulin is injected into the intestines by





A. Pancreas





B. Liver





C. Stomach





D. Gall bladder





42. Lock Jaw, i.e., difficulty in opening the mouth is a symptom of





A. Cholera





B. Plague





C. Tetanus





D. Diphtheria





43. Which of the following pairs is incorrect?





A. Plague-rats





B. Rabies-dog





C. Tapeworm-pig





D. Poliomyelitis- monkey





44. Match the following columns











Column I Column II











A. Air-borne 1. Tetanus





B. Water-borne 2. Tuberculosis





C. Contact 3. Cholera





D. Wound 4. Syphilis











A B C D











(a) 2 3 1 4











(b) 2 3 4 1











(c) 3 2 4 1











(d) 4 3 2 1











45. Ricketts is a disease of the





A. Bones





B. Tissue





C. Muscles





D. Blood





46. Which of the following statements is correct





A. Pulmonary artery carries pure blood





B. Pulmonary artery carries impure blood





C. Pulmonary vein carries impure blood





D. None of these





47. Lungs are situated in the





A. Abdominal cavity





B. Pericardial cavity





C. Buccal cavity





D. Thoracic cavity





48. The human cell contains





A. 44 chromosomes





B. 48 chromosomes





C. 46 chromosomes





D. 23 chromosomes





49. Enzymes help in





A. Respiration





B. Digestion of food





C. Immune system





D. Reproduction





50. Food is normally digested in the





A. Liver





B. Stomach





C. Small intestines





D. Large intestines


Answers

1. b
2. d
3. a
4. b
5. c

6. a
7. c
8. c
9. b
10. b

11. c
12. a
13. a
14. b
15. c

16. a
17. c
18. d
19. a
20. c

21. b
22. b
23. c
24. a
25. b

26. b
27. b
28. b
29. b
30. c

31. c
32. b
33. b
34. b
35. a

36. d
37. b
38. b
39. b
40. a

41. d
42. c
43. d
44. b
45. a

46. b
47. d
48. c
49. b
50. c