5 surprising reasons and tips why you should eat spinach

Here are 5 surprising tips about spinach:

1) There’s a compound in spinach called oxalic acid, which blocks the absorption of calcium and iron. An easy way to solve this problem is to pair spinach with a food high in vitamin C. Mandarin oranges and cantaloupes spring to mind here. Another way to reduce the power of oxalic acid is to boil the spinach leaves for at least two minutes.
2) Everyone talks about the benefits of spinach in nourishing the eyes and building bones. What few know is that it also very good for digestion. Spinach eases constipation and protects the mucus lining of the stomach, so that you stay free of ulcers.  It also flushes out toxins from the colon.

3) Folate is also found in spinach. In pregnant women, it  is essential for the growing foetus to ensure proper development of the nervous system.

4) Another lesser known benefit of spinach is its role in skin care. The bounty of vitamins and minerals in spinach can bring you quick relief from dry, itchy skin and lavish you with a radiant complexion. Regular consumption of fresh, organic spinach juice has been shown to improve skin health dramatically.

5) The passing years may also present a large percentage of the population with atherosclerosis, a  hardening of arteries. Lutein found in spinach has been shown to reduce the occurrence of atherosclerosis, heart attack, and  stroke as spinach proteins help reduce the cholesterol in the blood vessels.
Source: Care2.com

Jaguar’s Brand New Luxury Car Is Finally in Kenya

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Jaquar is one of Kenya’s highest earning musicians and with good reason. The lad has been releasing hit after hit and he has honestly displayed lasting power. So it comes as no surprise that when he wants to treat himself, he spends sufficiently to by a state of the art luxury vehicle and as I told you earlier in the year, he settled for a Jaguar XJ

Source: Gafla Kenya

AZAM TV YAANZA RASMI KUUZA VING'AMUZI

 

Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa Azam Media Ltd. Bw. Yusuf Bakhresa, akikata utepe kuashiria ufunguzi rasmi wa makao makuu ya ofisi za Azamtv, yaliyopo barabara ya Nyerere, jijini Dar es Salaam leo. Kulia ni Afisa Mtendaji Mkuu wa Azam Media Ltd. Rhys Torrington akishuhudia tukio hilo.

Mkurugenzi Mtendaji wa Azam Media Ltd. Bw. Yusuf Bakhresa akizungumza na waandishi wa habari baada ya uzinduzi wa jengo la makao makuu ya Ofisi za  Azam TV na kusisitiza umuhimu wa kupanua wigo wa upatikanaji wa Chaneli zao 50 na kutoa huduma bora zenye ubora wa hali ya juu katika kuwafikia wateja wote wa ndani na nje ya nchi.

M-PESA YAZINDULIWA NDANI YA UCHUMI SUPERMARKET

 

Meneja Mkazi wa Uchumi Supermarket Chriss Lenana (kushoto) na Ofisa Mkuu wa Mauzo na Usambazaji wa Vodacom Tanzania Hassan Saleh  wakikata utepe kuzindua rasmi duka la Vodacom ndani ya Uchumi Supermarket ikiwa ni huduma ya kwanza na ya kipekee nchini. Duka hilo linawawezesha wateja wa Vodacom kupata huduma za kampuni ikiwemo moderm, vocha, usajili wa nambari zao, M-pesa n.k wanapofika kwenye Supermarket hiyo kwa ajili ya kupata kufanya manunuzi ya mahitaji mengine.

Ofisa Mkuu wa Mauzo na Usambazaji wa Vodacom Tanzania,Hassan Saleh akiongea na waandishi wa habari mara baada ya uzinduzi wa duka la Vodacom ndani ya Supermarket ya Uchumi. Vodacom imezindua pia huduma za malipo kwa M-pesa kwa wateja wanaofanya manunuzi ndani ya Supermarket hiyo. Kushoto ni Meneja Uhusiano wa Nje wa Vodacom Salum Mwalim.

Ofisa Mkuu wa Mauzo na Usambazaji wa Vodacom Tanzania Hassan Saleh akitumia huduma ya M-pesa kulipia bidhaa alizonunua ndani ya Supermarket ya Uchumi ya jijini Dar es salaam muda mfupi baada ya kuzinduliwa kwa huduma hiyo. Kutoka kushoto ni Meneja Uhusiano wa Nje wa Vodacom Salum Mwalim, Meneja Mkazi wa Uchumi Supermarket Chriss Linana. Wa kwanza kulia ni Mkuu wa Huduma za Maduka ya Vodacom Upendo Richard.

JOY KALEMERA NDIYE MISS TANZANIA USA PAGEANT

 Mlimbwende Joy Kalemera akipungia mashabiki baada ya kushinda mashindano ya Miss Tanzania USA Pageant yaliyofanyika usiku wa Jumamosi Novemba 30, 2013 kwenye ukumbi wa Hollywood Ballroom uliopo Silver Spring , Maryland 

 Mshindi wa Miss Tanzania USA Pageant Joy Kalamera akipewa maua na aliyekua Miss District of Columbia baada ya kutangazwa mshindi kwenye Miss Tanzania USA Pageant ambapo mashindano haya ya kumtafuta Miss Tanzania USA Pageant ndiyo ya kwanza kufanyika kwenye ardhi ya Marekani. 

 Miss Tanzania USA Pageant Joy Kalemera akiwa mwenye furaha baada ya kutangazwa mshinidi wa Miss Tanzania USA Pageant.

 Balozi wa Tnzania nchini Marekani na Mexico akimvisha taji Joy Kalemera baada ya kutangazwa mshindi wa Miss Tanzania Pageant

Joy Kalemera akipongezwa na washiriki wenzake waliokua nae kwenye kinyang’anyiro hiki kilichoanzia miezi miwili iliyopita.

 Mhe. Balozi Liberata Mulamula akiwa kwenye picha ya pamoja na mshindi wa kwanza katika historia ya Miss Tanzania USA Pageant Joy Kalemera kulia ni Mkurugenzi na mwanzilishi wa Miss Tanzania USA Pageant Ma Winny Casey.

 Joy Kalemera katika picha ya pamoja na majaji pamoja na mkurugenzi na mwanzilishi wa Miss Africa USA Pageant, Lady Kate (kulia).

 Kutoka kushoto ni Faith Kashaa kutoka Alabama ambaye ndiye mshindi wa tatu, Doreen Rumaya kutoka Pennsylvania mshindi wa pili, Joy Kalemera kutoka New Jersey Miss Tanzania USA Pageant, Julia Nyerere mshindi wa Tano na Namala Elias mshindi wa nne wakiwa kwenye picha ya pamoja

 Miss Tanzania USA Pageant katika picha ya pamoja na washiriki wenzake.

WATEJA WA SKYLIGHT BAND WABURUDISHWA NA MOKAI CULT TOKA SWEDEN

Wateja wa Skylight Band wiki iliyopita walipata nafasi ya kuburudika na kinywaji kipya kabisa toka nchini Sweden MOKAI Cult ambacho kina Alcohol 4.5 yenye ladha murua kama aina ya Savanna ambacho ni zaidi ya Savanna.

Hakika wateja wa Skylight Band katika ukumbi wa Thai village Masaki wiki iliyopita walichangamka kweli na kinywaji hiki toka huko Sweden chenye Alchohol ya wastani ambayo mtu anaweza kumudu kunywa na kuamka safi kabisa bila Hang-Over.

 

Mashabiki wa Skylight Band wakiingia getini walipata fursa ya kuonjeshwa kinywaji hicho kipya kutoka Sweden kinachotambulika kama MOKAI Cult ambacho kitakuwepo kila siku ya Ijumaa ndani ya Thai Village jijini Dar na kuzidi kuwachangamsha mashabiki wa Bendi hiyo kusakata Rhumba zaidi.

Mrembo wa MOKAI Cult akifafanua jambo kwa wateja juu ya kinywaji hicho kipya.

Mbunifu wa Mavazi Gabriel Mollel akiuza sura na Models Neema Mbuya pamoja na Anna.

Miss Tanzania 2011 Salha Israel (wa tatu kulia) kwenye picha ya pamoja na marafiki zake ndani ya Thai Village-Masaki jijini Dar Juma lililopita.

Pichani juu na chini ni mashabiki wa Skylight Band wakipata Ukodak na Warembo wa MOKAI Cult waliokuwa wakaribu kwa wateja na kutoa huduma yenye kiwango cha kimataifa. 

Rappa wa Skylight Band Joniko Flower akiongoza makamuzi na kikosi kazi cha band hiyo kutoa burudani kwa mashabiki wake Ijumaa iliyopita ndani ya ukumbi wa Thai Village jijini Dar.

Divas wa Skylight Band wakiongozwa na Aneth Kushaba AK47 katika burudani ya aina yake yenye kiwango cha kimataifa kwa mashabiki wake. 

5 reasons why you should eat carrots

A source of vitamin A and known to benefit skin regeneration, cancer prevention and even have anti-aging properties; here are 5 reasons why you should eat more of this crunchy orange powerfood:

IMPROVED VISION

Beta-carotene has also been shown to protect against macular degeneration and senile cataracts. A study found that people who eat the most beta-carotene had 40 percent lower risk of macular degeneration than those who consumed little.

CANCER PREVENTION

Studies have shown carrots reduce the risk of lung cancer, breast cancer and colon cancer. Researchers have just discovered falcarinol and falcarindiol which they feel cause the anticancer properties.

ANTI-AGING

The high level of beta-carotene acts as an antioxidant to cell damage done to the body through regular metabolism.  It help slows down the aging of cells.

BODY CLEANSE

Vitamin A assists the liver in flushing out the toxins from the body. It reduces the bile and fat in the liver. The fibers present in carrots help clean out the colon and hasten waste movement.

HEALTHY TEETH AND GUMS

Carrots clean your teeth and mouth. They scrape off plaque and food particles just like toothbrushes or toothpaste.  Carrots stimulate gums and  trigger a lot of saliva, which being alkaline, balances out the acid-forming, cavity-forming bacteria.  The minerals in carrots prevent tooth damage.

Source: Care2.com

Cast your votes for Swahili Fashion Week Awards 2013

Swahili Fashion Week is the largest annual fashion platform in East and Central Africa, to date. Now in itssixth year, Swahili Fashion Week is the platform for fashion and accessory designers from Swahili speaking countries and the African continent to showcase their talent, market their creativity, and network with clientele. This is all aimed at emphasizing to the region that fashion is an income generating creative industry, whilst promoting “Made in Africa” concept.

Having initiated a dynamic and promising platform for the fashion industry in the region, Swahili Fashion Week is now geared towards being the most sought out after fashion platform in Africa for the international market founded, created and conceptualized in year 2008 by Mustafa Hassanali.

In addition to showcasing the best talent in fashion on the continent, Swahili Fashion Week Awards will be celebrating them as well in 18 categories.

You can vote for your favourites online (www.swahilifashionweek.com) or via SMS.

Papaya flesh, seeds and leaves can work wonders for your health

Papaya also known as Pawpaw is one fruit that has numerous medicinal values. It is a whole fruit as it is loaded with most nutrients required in one’s balanced diet.

The nutritional value of papaya per 100grams are:

Energy- 163 kJ

Sugars- 5.90 gram

Calories- 39 kcal

Dietary fiber- 1.8 gram

Fat- 0.14 gram

Carbohydrates- 9.81 gram

Vitamin A- 328 micrograms (41%)

Vitamin B1- 0.04 milligram (3%)

Vitamin B2- 0.05 milligram (4%)

Vitamin B3- 0.338 milligram (2%)

Vitamin B6- 0.1 milligram (8%)

Vitamin B9- 38 milligram (10%)

Vitamin C- 61.8 milligram (74%)

Protein- 0.61 gram

Iron- 0.10 milligram (1%)

Calcium- 24 milligram (2%)

Phosphorus- 5 milligram (1%)

Potassium- 257 milligram (5%)

Magnesium- 10 milligram (3%)

Sodium-3 milligram

Health Benefits of Papaya: 
*It contains enzymes that help prevent oxidization of cholesterol which helps to prevent heart attacks and because it is rich in fiber it helps to lower blood cholesterol levels.

*It is good for the skin as it helps to get rid of acne and skin infections and wounds that don’t heal quickly. It also helps to open clogged pores.

*The digestive enzyme in papaya (papain) help in natural digestion thus helps to prevent constipation and aid food digestion.

*The antioxidants in papaya help to control premature aging.

*It is said that papaya seeds can cure intestinal problems including intestinal worms and parasites.

*The juice in papaya helps in curing infections and helps get rid of pus and mucus from the colon.

*Pregnant ladies who eat regular but small slices of papaya have lower chances of suffering from nausea and morning sickness.

*Papaya helps to ease menstrual cramps and helps promote regular flow of menstruation. It may also help in controlling menstrual irregularities.

*Since papaya is rich in Vitamin A and C it is known to boost immunity.

*Papaya contains anti-inflammatory enzymes that help in relieving pain making it ideal for those suffering from Osteoporosis, arthritis and edema.

*Shampoos that contain papaya products help to control dandruff.

*Papaya is high in nutritional value and low in calories making it a great food choice for those who want to lose some weight.

*Papaya contains anti-proliferative effects on the liver cancer cells hence it slows down the growth of cancer cells of liver and helps in its cure.

Taylor Swift, Timberlake win at American Music Awards

Pop diva Taylor Swift was named Artist of the Year at the American Music Awards (AMA), while other big winners included British boy band One Direction and crooner Justin Timberlake.

Swift, who on Sunday took to the stage in a shiny golden mini-dress, also won favorite country artist and favorite country album for “Red” at the AMAs, which are voted on by the public.

Other highlights included typically idiosyncratic performances by Lady Gaga and Miley Cyrus, who wrapped up the three-hour show by singing her hit “Wrecking Ball” with a giant crying kitten.

Katy Perry opened the show on a Japanese theme, emerging demurely from behind a geisha-girl flanked screen in a kimono before launching into her latest hit “Unconditionally.”

Timberlake was the first winner of the show, aired live from the Nokia Theatre in downtown Los Angeles and hosted by Latino rapper Pitbull, taking favorite pop/rock male prize.

He also won best R&B/Soul album and best male R&B/Soul artist.

One Direction, who sang a stripped down version of their song “Story of My Life,” ended the evening with favorite pop/rock group and favorite pop/rock album for “Take Me Home.”

Rihanna took best female R&B/Soul artist, and was also presented with an AMA Icon award by her mother, who she joked used to say she had “an annoying, husky, little man voice.”

The evening took a brief political turn when best rap/hip-hop album went to Macklemore and Ryan Lewis — who used a satellite link speech from Miami to refer to the notorious killing of black Florida teen Trayvon Martin.

“Due to the fact that we are in Florida . . . I want to acknowledge Trayvon Martin and the hundreds and hundreds of kids each year that are dying due to racial profiling and the violence that follows it,” said Macklemore.

But it was left to Cyrus — closely watched ever since her twerking turn at the MTV Video Music Awards — to end the show in suitably twitter-storming style, in a cat-covered bikini and with a giant orange and white kitten singing along behind her.

RED CARPET MOMENT'S AT THE AMERICAN MUSIC AWARDS 2013

Jennifer Lopez dazzled in a Zuhair Murad Couture dress from The Fall 2013 collection. 

Rihanna rocked a sexy two-piece from Jean Paul Gaultier’s Spring 2013 Couture collection.

Jennifer Hudson looked ravishing in a short-sleeved, orange Christian Dior gown with a asymmetrical, high-low hemline.

 Nicole Richie rocked a white, cut-out Emilio Pucci gown that showed off her perfectly toned physique beautifully while Christina Aguilera flaunted her figure in a white Maria Lucia Hohan long-sleeve, plunging gown with side peekaboo cutouts and a thigh-high slit for added sultry appeal.

Taylor Swift donned the Midas touch in a Julien Macdonald Fall 2013 mini-dress. 

Emma Roberts marched to the beat of her own drum in a shimmering Lanvin sack gown while Zoe Saldana rocked a one-shoulder gown from the Roland Mouret Spring 2014 collection.

 Katy Perry swept onto the red carpet in a dotted Oscar de la Renta Spring 2014 sheer tulle gown, speckled with an array of colourful, embroidered flowers.

Miley Cyrus rocked a Versus Versace white pantsuit for her more androgynous arrival while Ciara wore a graphic, peek-a-boo gown from the J. Mendel Spring 2014 collection

Below was the grand appearance of Mother Monster

 Lady Gaga, Mother Monster made another dramatic, head-turning entrance in a Versace gown. The lavender cutout gown, accented with an armor-like harness of chains and charms, even appears to a manipulated version of the one she’s donning in the Italian fashion house’s ad, as she arrived on the red carpet sitting atop a white human horse, activated by two people underneath.