You shed about 3,6 kilograms of skin each year
The human skin is an amazing organ- protective, waterproof and exceedingly useful. It’ s also constantly changing and regenerating itself. But did you know it sheds between 30 000 and 40 000 of your skin cells per hour? Over a 24-hour period, you lose almost a million skin cells. This adds up to approximately 3,6 kilograms of skin every year. While shedding sounds a bit gross, it is actually a protective measure against diseases.
An apple a day, could keep the doctor away
If you’ re looking for a great snack idea, reach for an apple. Apples contain high amounts of fibre, antioxidants, vitamin C and flavonoids, all of which may lower the insulin requirements of diabetics by up to 35 %. In addition, apple juice could help keep your brain young. Researchers found that just two glasses a day reduced the formation of the sticky plaques found in the brains of dementia patients.
Blow on your thumb to calm jangled nerves
The thumb has its own pulse, and blowing on the thumb cools it down. This helps to calm the heart rate, as cold air can slow down your pulse. This trick might also help simply because the act of blowing forces you to deepen your breathing, which has a calming effect.
Eat more eggs
Eggs are among the most nutritious foods on the planet. In fact, a single large boiled egg contains selenium, folate, phosphorous, calcium, zinc as well as vitamins A, D, E, K and various forms of vitamin B. Eggs are also rich in protein and contain healthy fats, making them an excellent choice for dieters. As an added benefit, eggs help raise HDL cholesterol levels( the good cholesterol). People who have higher levels of HDL usually have a lower risk of heart disease, stroke and various health problems.
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