Dr Pete's Health Secrets

    Prevention is the number 1 antodote to illness, especially true for degeneratives diseases of the brain.  Our brains are bound to shrink as we age, it’s unavoidable. It reduces in volume at the average rate of 5% every decade from the age of 40. Symtoms of dementia may start to appear between 55 and 65yrs, this may accelerate after 70yrs. A large cohort study carried out in 2012 in the USA demonstrated that by the time the participants were 85, one third had moderate or severe dementia. In this article I will examine the risk factors for dementia and how to slow or reverse the degenerative process.  Protective factors that reduce cardiovascular risk, namely regular exercise, a healthy diet, and low to moderate alcohol intake, seem to aid the ageing brain.  It has been established that increased cognitive effort in the form of higher education or occupational attainment slows the shrinking process.  A healthy life both physically and mentally may be ...

        Okra also known as Bhindi bhaji in hindu ,  is a very popular vegetable in Africa and Asia, a culinary delicacy. Lets examine its health affects. Promotes Healthy Pregnancy Okra's high levels of vitamin A, B vitamins (B1, B2, B6), and vitamin C, and traces of zinc and calcium, make it an ideal vegetable to eat during pregnancy.  Okra also serves as a natural supplement for fiber and folic acid . A single serving of okra contains nearly 10% of recommended levels of vitamin B6 and  folic acid . Lowers Cholesterol Okra not only promotes good digestive health, but also good cholesterol levels due to its high fiber content. Soluble fiber can be dissolved in water, which means that it breaks down in the digestive tract.  Okra also binds to cholesterol in other foods so that it can be excreted along with other wastes. In turn, total cholesterol levels plummet, according to Harvard Health Publications. Control Diabetes Roasted...