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Contraceptives:

Ricky showed us that there are many different kinds of contraceptives available. One of them is the pill. The pill must be taken every day in order to prevent pregnancy. There is also The Patch. You place the patch on a certain part of your body. You change the patch once a week. Another is The Ring (Nuvaring). This is inserted into the vagina every month. Another is IUD. This is placed by a health care provider in the uterus. It can be placed so it can last from 5-10 years. You can also take Plan B, the Emergency contraceptive. You take this after having unprotected sex in order to prevent pregnancy. If you want to talk to your parents about sex and contraceptives it’s a really good idea. You could sit your parents down and discuss the effects that might come from not using protection. I think that contraceptives should be given to all high school students because high school is the common age where kids start to become sexually active.

Pinapple

9-16-07
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.

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Radish, Spinach

9-12-07
Radish- 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-Spinach is traditionally used for :
Anemia
Circulation
Colitis
Constipation
Eyes
Kidneys
Liver
Lymph System
Nervous System
Skin Problems
Poor Digestion
Thyroid Glands
Spinach 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

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Vitamin E

9-6-07
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 germ
Vegetable oil and margarine
Avocado
Whole grain products
Egg yolk
Nuts
Liver
Peanut butter
You cant really overdose on a vitamin but too much of Vitamin E can casue nausea and digestive problems.

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Fruits and Vegetable project: Group 3

Eating fruit is really important. If you eat fruit you are most likely to have a reduced risk of some chronic diseases. Nutrients are being supplied to your body every time you eat fruit, which is very important. There are a lot of health benefits to eating fruit. It reduces the risk of strokes and cardiovascular diseases. It also reduces the risk of type two diabetes. It also reduces the risk of cancers such as: mouth, stomach, and colon-rectum. If you eat fruits and vegetables that have potassium in them then that reduces the risk of developing kidney stones and may help to decrease bone loss. The good thing about fruit is that they are low in fat, calories and have no cholesterol. They give you nutrients like, potassium, dietary fiber, vitamin C, and folate (folic acid). If you want to maintain a healthy blood pressure then eat fruits with potassium. The following contain potassium: bananas, prunes and prune juice, dried peaches and apricots, cantaloupe, honeydew melon, and orange juice. Fruits also have fiber which reduces the risk of heart disease.

There are many tips to help you eat fruits.

• In general:
• (http://www.mypyramid.gov/pyramid/fruits_tips.html) Sited from this website.

• Keep a bowl of whole fruit on the table, counter, or in the refrigerator.
• Refrigerate cut-up fruit to store for later.
• Buy fresh fruits in season when they may be less expensive and at their peak flavor.
• Buy fruits that are dried, frozen, and canned (in water or juice) as well as fresh, so that you always have a supply on hand.
• Consider convenience when shopping. Buy pre-cut packages of fruit (such as melon or pineapple chunks) for a healthy snack in seconds. Choose packaged fruits that do not have added sugars.
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• Select fruits with more potassium often, such as bananas, prunes and prune juice, dried peaches and apricots, cantaloupe, honeydew melon, and orange juice.

· When choosing canned fruits, select fruit canned in 100% fruit juice or water rather than syrup.

• · Vary your fruit choices. Fruits differ in nutrient content.

At meals:

• At breakfast, top your cereal with bananas or peaches; add blueberries to pancakes; drink 100% orange or grapefruit juice. Or, try a fruit mixed with low-fat or fat-free yogurt.
• At lunch, pack a tangerine, banana, or grapes to eat, or choose fruits from a salad bar. Individual containers of fruits like peaches or applesauce are easy and convenient.
• At dinner, add crushed pineapple to coleslaw, or include mandarin oranges or grapes in a tossed salad.
• Make a Waldorf salad, with apples, celery, walnuts, and dressing.
• Try meat dishes that incorporate fruit, such as chicken with apricots or mango chutney.
• Add fruit like pineapple or peaches to kabobs as part of a barbecue meal.
• For dessert, have baked apples, pears, or a fruit salad.

Jucing Project:

FRUIT JUICE

KIWI SURPRISE

• 2 to 3 kiwis
• 1 orange
• Strawberries to taste

Peel the orange while leaving as much white membrane on as possible. The white membrane contains bioflavanoids. This drink is rich in vitamin C.

http://www.juicingbook.com/recipes/kiwisurprise/

Kiwis are traditionally used for Scurvy. Kiwis are a good source of Vitamin C.

Oranges are traditionally used for Anemia, Blood, Constipation, Gout, Indigestion, Liver,Lungs, Scurvy, Skin problems, Strengthening Blood Vessels, Weight loss. Oranges are a good source of Calcium, Chlorine, Copper, Fluorine, Iron, Manganese, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassiu,. Silicon, Zinc, Vitamins B-1,2 &6. Vitamin E, Vitamin K, Bioflavanoids, Biotin, Folic Acid Inositol.

Strawberries are traditionally used for Acne, Constipation, Fludi Tetention, Gout, Kidneys and weight loss. Strawberries are a good source of Calcium, Iron, Phosphorus, Potassium and Vitamin C.