Bonitas Member Magazine 2018 - B-Living Issue 1 | Page 7

Whiten your teeth with crunchy vegetables If you’re longing for whiter, stain-free teeth, then reach for some healthy fruit and vegetables to help brighten your smile. Dark food and bacteria from leftover food particles can lead to yellow, stained teeth. However, following meals with a dessert of crunchy fruits and vegetables can help to minimise staining and whiten teeth. In fact, eating crunchy fruits and veg such as carrots, apples and celery can help to give your teeth a post-meal clean, removing bacteria and lifting stains from your teeth, as well as providing a healthy and nutritious end to your meal. Cure hay fever with honey Hay fever is a persistent problem for many. However, if you want to beat hay fever without relying on anti-histamines, honey is a great natural remedy. Honey is believed to cure hay fever, as the bee pollen contained in it can desensitise your body to pollen, which causes hay fever. While it has not yet been proven by scientifi c research, many have found that taking a spoonful of local honey a day is an eff ective cure for their allergies. However, remember to exercise care if you’re diabetic. Get dirty to improve your immune system Many of us avoid dirt and bacteria, as we fear of getting ill. However, while it is generally important to maintain good hygiene standards, a little bit of dirt could be better for you than you think. Research suggests that exposure to friendly bacteria found in soil can actually help boost the immune system and alleviate depression, making gardening and walks on gravel roads ideal activities to give your health a boost.