Lycopene is believed to reduce the risk of prostate cancer. Dietary sources of antioxidants known as lycopene include the tomato, which is also rich in vitamin C and other natural antioxidants. Anthocyanins are natural antioxidants that may help the body maintain healthy blood sugar levels.
Research plants native to your area that can be used to shade a garden pond. Native plants require less maintenance and have a higher chance of flourishing. Also, make sure you know how tall and wide the plant will be when fully mature. This will help you when spacing out your plants.
The ideal pond water pH is between 7 and 8.5. Add baking soda to the pond to increase the pH. Use 1/3 cup of baking soda per 1,000 gallons of water. Add lime neutralizer from the local water supply store in the pond to lower the pH. Follow the directions on the lime neutralizer to lower the pH gradually.