Do You Know?

Glucosamine for osteoarthritis (OA)? 

Available off shelf in pharmacies, Glucosamine is an amino sugar produced from chitins that are found on shells and is a key component of cartilage. Known for its effectiveness in improving the conditions of osteoarthritis (OA), glucosamine works by stimulating the functions o joints and help the repair of cartilage, renewing synovial fluid (lubricates the cartilage and keeps joints healthy) and repairing joints that have been damaged.  However, the effects are not immediate after taking glucomasime.  Patients often have to take it some time before noticing any improvements.  - The Star - fit-for-life, 30th November 2003.

How Much is 2 lbs? - 

Watched an interesting slimming show by TVB over Astro's Wah Lai Toi. It reveals that 2 lbs of fat is about the  size of 4 oranges.  How's that for a boost of confidence.

Sodium Vs Water  - 

Do you know that high intake of Salt may lead to high blood pressure and kidney problems which can cause other health problems. We take in salt in a variety of ways which includes  those naturally present in food, those added in cooking or in processed food and added at the table. Those who take in high intake of salt should drink more PLAIN water to flush it out and take in more potassium naturally present in bananas. 11 - 12 cups of plain water will be great but excessive drinking of plain water (in extreme cases) can be harmful if you're on a low sodium diet. Thus, have a balance diet practice...Too much or too little of a good/bad thing is not good for your health.