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Benefits of eating Papaya Fruits and vegetables are beneficial to the body and should be included in our diet to achieve optimal benefits. The papaya is one such fruit. Papaya is packed with lots of vitamins and minerals which makes it a powerhouse food.    The papaya is green in color and when ripe it has a mild orange color on the outside. The inside is comprised of a bright striking orange flesh with round black seeds in the center. The seeds are edible but bitter in taste. What does it contain?   It contains high levels of antioxidants. It also has nutrients such as vitamin C, vitamin A, vitamin E, folate and fiber.   Uses of the papaya Papaya has an enzyme called papin, which is known to aid in digestion. This enables the digestive system to break down nutrients such as protein. This results in a healthy gut and less bloating.  This fruit is the ideal snack as it is high in fiber, with a high water content making it perfect for those who are count...

                Benefits of Lemon Water Lemon has many uses. Did you know that when it is added to water it has a variety of health and well being benefits? Let's explore some of these benefits. 1. Lemon is vitamin and mineral packed. Lemons are full of vitamins such as vitamin B and C. Minerals are also found in lemons such as magnesium and calcium. Lemon water boosts the immune system especially when we have a cold. A strong immune system leads to a generally healthier body.  2. Lemons amplify the use of water Lemons when added to water ramps up the taste. This boosts our hydration for those who find it difficult to just drink plain water. It can help to achieve the well needed recommended dose of water daily. 3. Lemons help to reduce anxiety Studies have shown that lemons have aromatherapy benefits which can be used to reduce anxiety and stress.  4. Lemons are an anti aging cocktail Lemons have a bank of  antioxidants which prov...

How much do you know about turmeric? Turmeric has become the obsession of many because of the myriad of health and beauty benefits.   What is it really? Turmeric is a yellow, orange colored spice from the ginger family. It is chock full of nutrients which has proven to be beneficial to  the overall well being of the everyone.  One Manhattan based women's health psychiatrist states that, "Turmeric acts as a powerful antibiotic that can heal you from the inside out." Many persons have included this spice a part of their daily breakfast routine in the form of smoothies. Its use has spread from the far east to more western parts of the globe. What are the benefits? Turmeric benefits the overall look of the skin especially the face. It has been used to make face washes, serums, moisturizers and masks to name a few. This spice, due to its detox properties, attributes to improved skin tone, clears blocked pores and reduces the signs of aging with consistent use. Nutritionists ha...

                          Motivation Today is Monday. That's a no brainer so is the heading for my caption. Its the most that I could come up with. Maybe you share the same views or are grappling with a challenge hopefully you get the gist of what I am trying to say.  What motivates you? You are as good as your last great performance or piece or past ventures. People will remember you for the last thing that you did or your last performance mostly. So what happens when you begin something new and get no feedback there is nothing to bounce off of.   Many persons are lead by motivation which comes from and in a variety of ways. Since the year has started I have not been motivated to do what I enjoy because of lack of motivation. My motivation comes from feed back which I have not been getting much of. So with that I have been introspective to figure out what I am doing wrong. This morning I decided instead of ...

 Bedtime Thoughts It's 10:12pm and I am getting ready for bed. These thoughts come to mind an I decided to just jot a few things down so here goes.  Why do we burn bridges?  Some people burn bridges to escape from a situation they can no longer cope with or try to escape from. Elevation or promotions job wise can cause an individual to forget about the life they previously lived and move on. Is that so much of a bad thing? It depends on how you got to this point and what you are willing to do to stay there.  It is said be careful of people you meet on your way up you will see them on you way down, so be nice, right? When we burn a bridge if we must retrace our steps literally there would be nothing to walk on. Is it ok to play it safe and not consider these things? People and situations we interact with throughout life are not by chance, extreme care must be taken with how we treat others because we might need them when or if things on the other side don't look that...