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[anotheranon]

Had a good day today. Surprisingly good, really.

I'm not aching. Apart from some eye itchies (damn pollen!) I feel remarkably.... normal :) Lifted some dumbells and am setting up an evening of embroidery (finishing blackwork for partlet started.. oh... last winter) to take advantage of refreshingly firm grip and fine motion!

I am getting in to see a dermatologist tomorrow. I was advised the guy had available appointments at 2:10, 2:20, AND 2:30 - the GP said this guy was good, if he can diagnose that fast, he must be fantastic :P

Another cool, gorgeous day, fresh, crisp morning, bright warm sun, temperate shade and happy crickets in the evening. The windows are open, and the cats are happier than pigs in mud!

And D. made heavenly banana bread... again :) :)

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[jlsjlsjls.livejournal.com]

Glad to hear that you're feeling better ... your immune system must be winning!

Interesting that you mention D.'s heavenly banana bread ... I just received this in an e-mail from somebody today. Maybe your baking hubby is doing you more good than you realize ...


Banana facts that may surprise you. After Reading THIS, you'll NEVER look at a banana in the same way again!!

Bananas. Containing three natural sugars - sucrose, fructose and glucose combined with fiber, a banana gives an instant, sustained and substantial boost of energy. Research has proven that just two bananas provide enough energy for a strenuous 90-minute workout. No wonder the banana is the number one fruit with the world's leading athletes.

But energy isn't the only way a banana can help us keep fit. It can also help overcome or prevent a substantial number of illnesses and conditions, making it a must to add to our daily diet.

Depression: According to a recent survey undertaken by MIND amongst people suffering from depression, many felt much better after eating a banana. This is because bananas contain tryptophan, a type of protein that the body converts into serotonin, known to make you relax, improve your mood and generally make you feel happier.

PMS: Forget the pills - eat a banana. The vitamin B6 it contains regulates blood glucose levels, which can affect your mood.

Anemia: High in iron, bananas can stimulate the production of hemoglobinnin the blood and so helps in cases of anemia.

Blood Pressure: This unique tropical fruit is extremely high in potassium yet low in salt, making it the perfect to beat high blood pressure. So much so, the US Food and Drug Administration has just allowed the banana industry to make official claims for the fruit's ability to reduce the risk of blood pressure and stroke.

Brain Power: 200 students at a Twickenham (Middlesex) school were helped through their exams this year by eating bananas at breakfast, break, and lunch in a bid to boost their brain power. Research has shown that the potassium-packed fruit can assist learning by making pupils more alert..

Constipation: High in fiber, including bananas in the diet can help restore normal bowel action, helping to overcome the problem without resorting to laxatives.

Hangovers: One of the quickest ways of curing a hangover is to make a banana milkshake, sweetened with honey. The banana calms the stomach and, with the help of the honey, builds up depleted blood sugar levels, while the milk soothes and re-hydrates your system.

Heartburn: Bananas have a natural antacid effect in the body, so if you suffer from heartburn, try eating a banana for soothing relief.

Morning Sickness: Snacking on bananas between meals helps to keep blood sugar levels up and avoid morning sickness.

Mosquito bites : Before reaching for the insect bite cream, try rubbing the affected area with the inside of a banana skin. Many people find it amazingly successful at reducing swelling and irritation.

Nerves: Bananas are high in B vitamins that helpcalm the nervous system.

Overweight and at work? Studies at the Institute of Psychology in Austria found pressure at work leads to gorging on comfort food like chocolate and crisps. Looking at 5,000 hospital patients, researchers found the most obese were more likely to be in high-pressure jobs. The report concluded that, to avoid panic-induced food cravings, we need to control our blood sugar levels by snacking on high carbohydrate foods every two hours to keep levels steady.