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by loverlybird

Health Benefits of the Raspberry

The health benefits of the raspberry are many but they are not a cure-all berry. They do have some attributes which can prevent several diseases. We will only look into some of these health benefits but will give you tips on how to grow them.

It is believed that the Vitamin C in raspberries can help develop the immune system to be able to ward off an attack of micro-organisms. Raspberries and other berries such as blueberries, cranberries, and strawberries have a lot of vitamin C. These berries also have an attribute that helps to prevent bladder infections. It prevents the bacteria from adhering itself to the cells on the inner walls of a urinary tract. Raspberries contain a substance called lutein which is important to vision health.  

Raspberries and many other berries have antioxidants that help reduce the risk of certain types of cancers and diseases of the heart. Blueberry health benefits and strawberry health benefits also have antioxidants that fight free radicals. The blue and red color of raspberries contains compounds with the ability to prevent many diseases. Raspberries also contain folate, potassium, iron, vast amounts of insoluble fiber, the seeds, along with pectin which controls cholesterol.

If you plant raspberries in rows you can train the canes to go around wires. The first thing that needs to done before planting is to clear away all the weeds in the area you want to plant. During the latter parts of summer or in the early fall you need to prepare the soil by digging a two and one half foot wide trench that is spade deep. Add compost or peat moss, with a pitch fork, to the bottom approximately four gallons per square yard. At the same time you need to add two tablespoons fertilizer per square yard before filling with soil.  

The best time for planting raspberries is in late fall or anytime between fall and spring. In the area that you have already prepared you want to dig your trench about 3 inches deep and approximately 6 to 9 inches wide; place your plants in upright roughly 18 inches apart and be sure to spread the roots out. Now cover those roots with 3 inches of soil, and tamp gently with your feet. It is best to leave at least 6 feet between the rows of raspberries.

Immediately after planting the raspberry plants cut back each cane to the last good bud that is 9 – 12 inches above the soil. Fertilize in the fall every year. Roughly a month before you see any new spring growth you want to add about 3/4 pound of fertilizer per square yard. The fertilizer needs to naturally wash into the soil. In the early days of spring add in a 2-inch layer of garden compost to conserve moisture. During warm, dry spells you will want to water often.

The best way to control weeds is to pull them up by hand. You do not want to hoe between the raspberry canes while they are growing, you can damage the shallow roots that are close to the surface. You want to protect the fruit on the plants from the birds by using netting over the tops of the plants. Early in the summer during the first year of planting you need to cut off all the blossoms or fruits, if this is not done the growth of future canes will be reduced greatly. The second year of planting the raspberry canes can bear as much fruit as you want.

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by Athena’s Pix (On holiday)

The Many Benefits of Memory Foam Single Mattresses

Most of us like trying different mattresses before purchasing one we consider to be the best choice for our needs. For those who have ailments, they even try out different kinds of single mattresses such as waterbeds or airbeds. A number of people have been using the traditional spring beds and its popularity continues today. It is the general choice for single mattresses but not always the best choice.

There is a revolutionary technology brought about by single mattresses fabricated out of memory foam that people begin replacing their old ones with these. In general, people replace their single mattresses after using them for five to seven years. Memory foam single mattresses rose to fame because of their ability to alleviate sleeping disorders. Memory foam is also a good alternative for single mattresses for people who have a case of the allergies. Nevertheless, changing your single mattresses to one made from memory foam needs some getting used to. It might take a while for a person to adjust but it is quite worth it for a good night’s rest.

The traditional spring mattresses have the tendency of losing their shape after a span of two years or so. This may result in pain brought about by certain sections of the bed. Even a spring bed which is in pristine condition can become useless after a couple of years due to low durability. These beds are indeed cheaper and you get your money’s worth. Now, memory foam single mattresses are an investment but considering their lifespan, they are the wiser and more cost-effective choice. Not to mention they provide you with a better sleeping surface that can benefit you in the long run. No more back aches and what not. This is the primary benefit of these.

When purchasing memory foam single mattresses, you should consider that they are different from the traditional spring beds you are used to in terms of the way it is manufactured and the materials being used in the process. This is why some adjustment is inevitable in the early days following your move to a memory foam mattress. Initially, you will encounter some resistance in the beginning. Memory foam single mattresses are beneficial for people who have regular episodes of body pains and aches. This is because the single mattresses take the shape of your body. By following the contour of the body, these single mattresses eliminate the pressure points from a person lying down on a flat surface. The spinal cord is realigned as the foam conforms to your body’s shape. There are proven positive health benefits of using a memory foam mattress attributed to the product’s success as well. It is often asked if memory foam is advisable even for children. The important thing is to let the child know how the memory foam works so that he or she is not surprised by the different sensation brought about as the foam changes form when it is reshaped according to the body’s dimensions.