Nutrients in Fruits and Vegetables

Fruit and vegetables are low in energy and packed with vitamins, minerals, protective plant compounds and fibre, so they're a great source of nutrients and vital for a healthy diet.Fruit and vegetables should be incorporated into every meal, as well as being the first choice for a snack. Population studies have shown that people who eat a lot of fruit and vegetables may have a lower risk of chronic disease, such as heart disease and cancers. Health benefits can be gained from fresh, natural juice, frozen, cooked, juiced or dried versions. Potatoes don't count because they come under starchy food. Fruit and vegetables also assist weight management as they're low in calories, but their calorific load is determined by what you prepare them with, so avoid butter, cream or cheese sauces, and dips that can accompany them. Some fruit and vegetables are labelled as 'superfoods' because they contain high concentrations of some phytonutrients, particularly antioxidants, which appear to be beneficial to health. Choosing a variety throughout the day will provide a diverse package of essential nutrients. Have a Healthy Life!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Slumdog wins Bafta Award

British film Slumdog Millionaire wins seven prizes at the Bafta Film Awards. Danny Boyle, who directed Slumdog Millionaire, was named best director. Slumdog writer Simon Beaufoy was awarded the prize for best adapted screenplay.

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India's 60th Republic Day

India's 60th Republic Day celebrations began here this morning with Defense Minister A.K.

Antony paying homage to the heroes at the India Gate war memorial. Antony was standing in for Prime Minister Manmohan Singh, who is recuperating from heart surgery. This is the first time that a prime minister has been forced to skip a Republic Day parade, according to the Indo-Asian News Service.

India President Pratibha Patil saluted the marching contingents, accompanied by visiting Kazakhsthan President Nursultan Nazarbayev, the chief guest on the occasion.

Patil conferred 11 posthumous Ashok Chakras, the nation's highest gallantry award in peacetime, on security personnel who died fighting terrorists in India controlled Kashmir district, Mumbai and New Delhi.

The parade began with a contingent of the 61st Cavalry. Overhead, four Mi-17 helicopters of the Indian Air Force in a formation, showered rose petals on the hundreds of spectators.

Following them were contingents of the three armed forces and the paramilitary forces.

The Republic Day of India is a national holiday of India to mark the adoption of the Constitution of India and the transition of India from a British dominion to a republic on Jan. 26, 1950.



Jai Hind!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

Miss America 2009

Las Vegas, Sunday 25 January 2009: Miss Indiana, 22-year-old Katie Stam has been crowned winner of Miss America 2009. This year it is the adorable Katie Stam. The stunning Midwestern girl is Miss Indiana as well and now she has triumphed over the other 51 beauty queens vying for the title to land at the top of the heap and Katie Stam is now wearing the crown. The prize for the brunette beauty is $50,000 scholarship before embarking on a year of travel and public appearances.

The 22-year-old University of Indianapolis student became the first Miss America winner from the Hoosier State. She drew loud applause for her rendition of "Via Dolorosa" during the talent portion of the beauty pageant at Planet Hollywood Resort & Casino on the Las Vegas Strip.
Stam, who won a $50,000 scholarship, hopes to obtain a bachelor's degree in communications with a goal of becoming a television news anchor. She interned at WTHR in 2007 and began competing in pageants at age 15.
Stam said she had one semester left in school - but didn't know when she would finish - and already was graduating debt free without the $50,000 prize. Stam said she might use the money for graduate school.
"I've been looking forward to coming to Miss America my entire life. I always knew watching the Miss America program that the contestants are just going to be so amazing," Stam told Eyewitness News in an interview earlier this week.

Other girls in the top five were: first runner-up Miss Georgia Chasity Hardman, second runner-up Miss Iowa Olivia Myers, third runner-up Miss New York Leigh-Taylor Smith, and fourth runner-up Miss Florida Sierra Minott.

Pope On You Tube

The Vatican City is launching its own you tube channel it was formally announced the channel on Friday. This is seen as step to reach the youth of today. The Vatican wants to engage more with the digital generation. This would also help in controlling pope’s online image. This attempt to reach the people wherever they are was approved by the pope himself. This move is widely been appreciated and applauded. The Vatican plans to update this site daily. The pope was found to have quoted that these new technologies and social networking sites as a gift. He indicated that these sites are very popular among the today’s youth; cater to the fundamental desire of the people to communicate. He also stated that these social networking sites could foster friendships and understanding. He also warned that these sites could isolate people and marginalize and others. He was also against the obsessive virtual socializing which can isolate from real interaction. He also urged the produces that the content respects human dignity. This site will be available in Italian, German, English and Spanish.