Showing posts with label Vitamins. Show all posts
Showing posts with label Vitamins. Show all posts
Saturday, October 13, 2012
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Sunday, September 30, 2012
Health Benefits of Pumpkins
Health Benefits of Pumpkins
The rich orange color of pumpkin is the presence of beta carotene in the vegetable which is necessary for protecting the body against the risk of certain cancers.
This beta carotene has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which are essential for reducing the risk of lung cancer and lowering the chances of joint inflammation and arthritis.
The little green seeds in pumpkins contain the protective compounds called phytosterols which are responsible for shrinking the prostate, thereby preventing the transformation of testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT). High levels of DHT are linked with enlargement of prostate glands.
The high amount of carotenoids in pumpkins help in fighting with the free radicals in the body, thereby preventing premature aging, cardiovascular diseases and other infections.
Pumpkins are rich in Lutein and Zeaxanthin which are required for protecting the eyes against free radical damage and preventing the formation of cataracts and degeneration of eye tissues.
Pumpkin seeds, also known as pepitas, are a rich source of protein and phytosterols that help in lowering blood cholesterol levels.
Consuming pumpkin on a regular basis is known for promoting eye health and boosting the immune system, due to the presence of vitamin A in excessive amounts.
Loaded with zinc and potassium, pumpkins are a proven solution for preventing the onset of cardiovascular diseases and hypertension. Besides, they provide bone density support in people suffering from osteoporosis and enhance the reproductive health of both men and women.
Pumpkins are enriched with vitamins A, C and E, and zinc which combines to give you a healthy and glowing skin. Having a cup of pumpkin seeds daily keeps the skin nourished and hydrated, protecting against the appearance of wrinkles.
Pumpkin juice is recommended for ulcers, high acidity and insomnia due to its sedative properties.
Biologists suggest pumpkins to be highly useful for treating hormonal disorders or adolescent behavior, menopause disorder, intestinal parasites and sexual hyper-excitability
The rich orange color of pumpkin is the presence of beta carotene in the vegetable which is necessary for protecting the body against the risk of certain cancers.
This beta carotene has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which are essential for reducing the risk of lung cancer and lowering the chances of joint inflammation and arthritis.
The little green seeds in pumpkins contain the protective compounds called phytosterols which are responsible for shrinking the prostate, thereby preventing the transformation of testosterone into dihydrotestosterone (DHT). High levels of DHT are linked with enlargement of prostate glands.
The high amount of carotenoids in pumpkins help in fighting with the free radicals in the body, thereby preventing premature aging, cardiovascular diseases and other infections.
Pumpkins are rich in Lutein and Zeaxanthin which are required for protecting the eyes against free radical damage and preventing the formation of cataracts and degeneration of eye tissues.
Pumpkin seeds, also known as pepitas, are a rich source of protein and phytosterols that help in lowering blood cholesterol levels.
Consuming pumpkin on a regular basis is known for promoting eye health and boosting the immune system, due to the presence of vitamin A in excessive amounts.
Loaded with zinc and potassium, pumpkins are a proven solution for preventing the onset of cardiovascular diseases and hypertension. Besides, they provide bone density support in people suffering from osteoporosis and enhance the reproductive health of both men and women.
Pumpkins are enriched with vitamins A, C and E, and zinc which combines to give you a healthy and glowing skin. Having a cup of pumpkin seeds daily keeps the skin nourished and hydrated, protecting against the appearance of wrinkles.
Pumpkin juice is recommended for ulcers, high acidity and insomnia due to its sedative properties.
Biologists suggest pumpkins to be highly useful for treating hormonal disorders or adolescent behavior, menopause disorder, intestinal parasites and sexual hyper-excitability
Saturday, September 29, 2012
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Monday, September 24, 2012
160 Uses for Coconut Oil
Coconut Oil – An Overview
Offering
a myriad of health benefits, coconut oil is affordable, readily
available and completely natural. I use it for EVERYTHING. Literally. I
buy it in 5 gallon increments and keep it all over my house. I even have
some in the car. So here is a little information to inspire you to
check out this amazing oil!
Coconut Oil Is:
- Anti-bacterial (kills bacteria that cause ulcers, throat infections, urinary tract infections, gum diseases, and other bacterial infections)
- Anti-carcinogenic (coconut oil has antimicrobial properties so it effectively prevents the spread of cancer cells and enhances the immune system)
- Anti-fungal (kills fungi and yeast that lead to infection)
- Anti-inflammatory (appears to have a direct effect in suppressing inflammation and repairing tissue, and it may also contribute by inhibiting harmful intestinal microorganisms that cause chronic inflammation.)
Anti-microbial/Infection Fighting (the medium-chain fatty acids and monoglycerides found in coconut oil are the same as those in human mother’s milk, and they have extraordinary antimicrobial properties. By disrupting the lipid structures of microbes, they inactivate them. About half of coconut oil consists of lauric acid. Lauric acid, its metabolite monolaurin and other fatty acids in coconut oil are known to protect against infection from bacteria, viruses, yeast, fungi and parasites. While not having any negative effect on beneficial gut bacteria, coconut oil inactivates undesirable microbes.)
- An Antioxidant (protects against free-radical formation and damage)
- Anti-parasitic (fights to rid the body of tapeworms, lice and other parasites)
- Anti-protozoa (kills giardia, a common protozoan infection of the gut)
- Anti-retroviral (kills HIV and HLTV-1)
- Anti-viral (kills viruses that cause influenza, herpes, measles, hepatitis C, SARS, AIDS, and other viruses)
- Infection fighting
- Has no harmful for discomforting side effects
- Known to improve nutrient absorption (easily digestible; makes vitamins and minerals more available to the body)
- Nontoxic to humans and animals
Daily Dosage:
Here
is a chart outlining the recommended daily dosage of virgin coconut oil
for persons over the age of 12. Coconut oil may be consumed by children
under 12 but it is advisable to check with a healthcare practitioner on
the proper dosage. Any good naturopath will have the information at the
ready. (Starting at 12 months of age, I gave my daughter one teaspoon
per day and she weighed about 16 pounds at that time.)
| Weight in pounds/kilograms | Number of tablespoons of coconut oil daily |
| 175+/79+ | 4 |
| 150+ /68+ | 3 1/2 |
| 125+ / 57+ | 3 |
| 100+/ 45+ | 2 1/2 |
| 75+ / 34+ | 2 |
| 50+ / 23+ | 1 1/2 |
| 25+ / 11+ | 1 |
Type of Coconut Oil to Use:
- Virgin (unrefined) coconut oil tastes and smells coconutty and is great for cooking and baking where you want that flavor. You can use it for anything but it will impart a coconut taste (mild) and odor (pleasant in my book)! Unrefined coconut oil retains the most nutritional value and is superior to refined oil.
- Expeller pressed (refined) coconut oil can be used for anything. It does not have a coconutty smell or taste. It is still outstanding to use but does lose some of it’s health properties during the refining process.
- Food grade should always be used.
160 Uses for Coconut Oil
Coconut Oil for Personal Hygiene/Body
1. Age Spots (also known as liver spots) – applying coconut oil directly to the age spot will help it fade.
2. After Shave – coconut oil will help heal your skin after shaving without clogging pores. Great for razor burn!
3. Baldness – apply three times a day to affected area of hair loss. Coconut oil supports cell regeneration.
4. Birth Marks
– can be used after a laser removal treatment to aid in healing. Can
also be applied after an apple cider vinegar treatment to help support
and aid the fading process.
5. Body Scrub
– mix coconut oil and sugar together and rub all over! Rinse off and
your skin will be super soft! You can add in essential oils if you would
like a specific smell.
6. Bruises – applied directly to the bruise, coconut oil enhances the healing process by reducing swelling and redness.
7. Bug Bites
– when applied directly to a bug bite, coconut oil can stop the itching
and burning sensation as well as hasten the healing process.
8. Burns
– apply to burn site immediately and continue applying until healed.
Will reduce the chances of permanent scarring and promotes healing.
9. Chapstick
– just rub a little into lips and it not only acts as a softening agent
but it also has an SPF of about 4 so you get a little protection!
10. Cradle Cap
– having issues with dry skin on your baby’s scalp? Coconut oil will
not only nourish your baby’s skin, it also helps eliminate cradle cap.
Just rub a teaspoon onto scalp daily.
11. Dandruff
– coconut oil soaks into the scalp moisturizing dry skin and relieves
symptoms of dandruff. It also helps to control oil secretion from the
scalp, another leading cause of dandruff.
12. Deodorant –
coconut oil alone can be used as a deodorant, but even more effective
in combination with cornstarch/arrowroot powder and baking soda!
13. Diaper Salve – very comforting on a rashy bum with no harsh chemicals. Also safe for cloth diapers.
14. Exfoliator – coconut oil mixed with sugar or sea salt is a very nourishing and effective exfoliator and safe to use all over the body.
15. Eye cream – apply under the eyes to reduce puffiness, bags and wrinkles. Use on the lids in the evening.
16. Face Wash/ Soap
– mix equal parts coconut oil with olive oil, almond oil, avocado oil
and castor oil and use in place of soap when washing your face. Wet
face, rub oil in and leave on for two minutes, rinse and pat dry. One
teaspoon should be adequate.
17. Hair conditioner/ Deep Treatment
– use as a leave-in hair conditioner by applying a teaspoon of coconut
oil to your ends and then running your fingers through your hair to
distribute the rest! For a deeper treatment, rub in a tablespoon of
coconut oil onto your dry scalp and gently work through to the ends. Put
a shower cap on to prevent transfer onto bed linens and leave on
overnight.
18. Hair Gel/ Defrizzer
– rub a little between your palms and either scrunch into hair (for
curly hair) or finger comb in through from scalp to ends (for
wavy/straight hair).
19. Healing -
when applied on scrapes and cuts, coconut oil forms a thin, chemical
layer which protects the wound from outside dust, bacteria and virus.
Coconut oil speeds up the healing process of bruises by repairing
damaged tissues. Plus, it smells a heck-of-a-lot better than anything
from the pharmacy.
20. Lubricant – it is an all-natural, perfectly safe personal lubricant. Not compatible with latex!
21. Makeup Remover – use a cotton swab and a dab of coconut oil and you would be amazed at how well it works!
22. Massage Oil – pretty simple; grab some and rub!
23. Moisturizer – simply scoop some out of the jar and apply all over your body, including neck and face.
24. Mole Remover – when applied after an apple cider vinegar compress for several weeks, moles have been known to “slide off” or just disappear.
25. Nipple Cream – works great to nourish cracked, sore or dry nipples. Apply to a cotton ball and leave on your nipples between feedings.
26. Oily Skin Fix – prone to oily skin or an oily T-zone? Use a pea sized amount underneath makeup or alone to reduce the appearance of oil.
27. Pre Shampoo Treatment for Hair – rub a little into scalp and hair before shampooing. This is especially useful for those with course or frizzy hair.
28. Pre-Shave – coconut oil will prep skin for the pending damage caused by shaving.
29. Skin Problems – coconut oil relieves skin problems such as psoriasis, dermatitis, and eczema.
30. Stretch Mark Cream – coconut oil is great at nourishing damaged skin. It may not be the magic stretch mark cure but it will help.
31. Sun Burn Relief – rub liberal amounts of coconut oil into the affected area.
32. Sunscreen – see my post on natural sunscreen for more detailed information.
33. Swimmers Ear
– mix garlic oil and coconut oil and put a few drops in affected ear
for about 10 minutes. Do this 2-3 times a day and it usually works
within one or two days.
34. Tattoo Healing and Moisturizer
– continued use of coconut oil on tattoos will help keep the pigment
from fading. Used on new tattoos, coconut will hasten the healing
process and decrease the chance of infection.
35. Toothpaste – there are numerous recipes out there but I just mix coconut oil and baking soda and dab a little of the mix on my toothbrush.
36. Wrinkle Prevention and Wrinkle Reducer – rubbing coconut oil on winkles and sagging skin helps strengthen the connective tissues to bring back that youthful look!
Coconut Oil for General Health and Wellness
37. Breastfeeding – for breastfeeding moms, consuming 3 ½ tablespoons of coconut oil daily will enrich the milk supply.
38. Bones and Teeth – coconut oil aids in the absorption of calcium and magnesium leading to better development of bones and teeth.
39. Digestion -
the saturated fats in coconut oil help control parasites and fungi that
cause indigestion and other digestion related problems such as
irritable bowel syndrome. The fat in coconut oil also aids in the
absorption of vitamins, minerals and amino acids, making you healthier
all around.
40. Energy Boost – coconut oil boosts energy and endurance making it a great supplement for athletes as well as those needed a quick pick me up.
41. Fitness -
coconut oil has been proven to stimulate your metabolism, improve
thyroid function, and escalate energy levels, all of which help decrease
your unwanted fat while increasing muscle.
42. Improves insulin secretion and utilization of blood glucose making it great for both diabetics and non-diabetic.
43. Lung Function – increases the fluidity of cell surfaces.
44. Nausea – rub some coconut oil on the inside for the wrist and forearm to calm an upset stomach.
45. Nose bleeds
– coconut oil can prevent nose bleeding that is caused by sensitivity
to weather such as extreme heat and extreme cold. This condition happens
when the nasal passages become dry because of cold or dry air resulting
to burns and cracks in the mucus membranes so bleeding happens. To
prevent this just put coconut oil in you nostrils. Coat your finger with
coconut oil and then lie down and coat your finger inside your nose.
Doing this will strengthen and protect the capillaries in the nasal
passages. A Vitamin C supplement will also help prevent nose bleeding.
46. Oil pulling with coconut oil offers a two for one health benefit!
47. Stress Relief
– relieve mental fatigue by applying coconut oil to the head in a
circular, massaging motion. The natural aroma of coconuts is extremely
soothing thus helping to lower your stress level.
48. Vitamin and nutrient absorption
49. Weight loss - the saturated fats contribute to weight loss and controlling cravings. Also increases metabolic rate.
Coconut
Oil for Health Problems (when taken internally it is known for aiding,
preventing, relieving or even curing these health issues)
50. Acid reflux/indigestion aid if taken after a meal
51. Adrenal fatigue
52. Allergies (seasonal hay fever)
53. Alzheimer’s/Dementia
54. Asthma, even in children
55. Autism
56. Bowel function
57. Bronchial Infections
58. Cancer (has been shown to prevent colon and breast cancer in laboratory tests)
59. Candida Albicans
60. Cholesterol – improves HDL (‘good’ cholesterol) to LDL (‘bad’ cholesterol) ratio in people with high cholesterol
61. Chronic Fatigue
62. Crohns Disease and resulting inflammation
63. Circulation/feeling cold all the time
64. Colds and Flus
65. Constipation
66. Cystic Fibrosis
67. Depression
68. Diabetes – helps keep blood sugar levels stable and/or helps with cravings
69. Dysentery
70. Eczema – in addition to taking it internally, many have success applying it externally, but some don’t
71. Edema
72. Energy boost
73. Epilepsy (known to reduce epileptic seizures)
74. Fever Support
75. Flaky, Dry Skin
76. Gallbladder disease and pain
77. Gas
78. H. pylori
79. Head Lice
80. Heart Disease (protects arteries from injury that causes atherosclerosis)
81. Hemorrhoids (can applied externally or internally twice a day)
82. HIV
83. Hot Flashes
84. Hyperthyroidism
85. Immune System Builder
86. Irritable Bowel Syndrome
87. Jaundice
88. Kidney Disease
89. Kidney Stones (aids in dissolving them)
90. Liver Disease
91. Lung Disease
92. Malnutrition
93. Mental Clarity
94. Menstruation Relief regarding pain/cramps and heavy blood flow
95. Migraines (with regular use)
96. Mononucleosis
97. Osteoporosis
98. Pancreatitis
99. Parasites
100. Periodontal Disease and tooth decay
101. Prostate Enlargement (benign prostatic hyperplasia)
102. Rickets
103. Skin problems
104. Scurvy
105. Stomach Ulcers
106. Toenail fungus
107. Thrush
108. Thyroid Function (regulates an overactive or underactive thyroid)
109. Ulcerative Colitis
110. Underactive thyroid gland – results have shown subsequent thyroid blood tests becoming normal after ingesting coconut oil daily
111. Urinary Tract Infections (Bladder Infections)
Coconut Oil and Health Problems (when applied topically it is known for aiding, relieving, or even curing these health issues)
112. Acne
113. Allergies/Hay Fever – rub a little inside the nostrils for quick relief. The pollen will cling to the oil.
114. Athletes foot
115. Back pain/sore muscles
116. Boils and cysts
117. Canker sores
118. Cellulite
119. Circumcision healing – although I am personally against circumcision, I have read that coconut oil is a really great healer for this.
120. Decongestant – rub coconut oil on the chest and under the nose when congested from a cold or allergies
121. Ear infection – place a few drops inside the ear twice daily for relief from pain. Also fights the infection itself.
122. Genital Warts (through topical application over 6 weeks, and coconut oil enemas twice a day depending on the location of the warts)
123. Gum Disease and Gingivitis (use as a toothpaste or rub directly on gums)
124.Herpes (applied topically and taken internally)
125.Hives (reduces the itch and swelling
126. Pink eye (applied around and in the eye)
127. Ringworm
128. Toothache
129. Warts
Coconut Oil and Cooking
130. Butter Substitute – use 1 cup to 1 cup ratio when replacing butter in recipes with coconut oil.
131. Nutritional Supplement – melt and add to smoothies.
132. Replacement for butter/lard/Crisco/PAM in its solid form for greasing pans, pie crusts, etc.
133. Replacement for various oils in liquid form – baking, cooking, sautéing, etc.
Coconut Oil and Pets/Animals
Check
with your veterinarian but the recommended dosage for animals is 1/4
teaspoon for every 10 pounds of body weight twice daily.
134. Aids healing of digestive disorders like inflammatory bowel syndrome and colitis
135. Aids in arthritis or ligament problems
136. Aids in elimination of hairballs and coughing
137. Applied topically, promotes the healing of cuts, wounds, hot spots, dry skin and hair, bites and stings
138. Clears up skin conditions such as eczema, flea allergies, contact dermatitis, and itchy skin
139. Disinfects cuts and promotes wound healing
140. Great for dogs and cats for general wellness. Just add a teaspoon to their water bowl daily.
141. Helps prevent or control diabetes
142. Helps sedentary dogs feel energetic
143. Helps reduce weight, increases energy
144. Improves digestion and nutrient absorption
145. Makes coats become sleek and glossy, and deodorizes doggy odor
146. Medium-chain triglycerides (MCTs) have been shown to improve brain energy metabolism and decrease the amyloid protein buildup that results in brain lesions in older dogs.
147. Prevents and treats yeast and fungal infections, including candida
148. Reduces allergic reactions and improves skin health
149. Reduces or eliminates bad breath in dogs
150. Regulates and balance insulin and promotes normal thyroid function
Other Uses for Coconut Oil
151. Chewing Gum in Hair Remover
– just rub some coconut oil over the stuck chewing gum, leave in for
about 30 minutes, then roll the gum between your fingertip. Voila! It’s
out!
152. Goo Gone –
just mix equal parts coconut oil and baking soda into a paste. Apply to
the “sticky” area and let it set for a minute. Then scrub off with an
old toothbrush or the scrubby side of a sponge.
153. Insect repellent
– mix coconut oil with peppermint oil extract and rub it all over
exposed skin. Keeps insects off better than anything with DEET! Tons
safer too.
154. Moisturizing and cleaning leather products
155. Oiling wood cutting boards and wood bowls
156. Polishing Bronze
– all you have to do is rub a little oil into a cotton towel and then
wipe down the statue. It cleans and helps deepen the color of your
bronze.
157. Polish Furniture
– coconut oil with a little bit of lemon juice to polish wood
furniture. However, I recommend you test it first on a very
small, unobtrusive part of your furniture to make sure it works the way
you’d like.
158. Seasoning animal hide drums
159. Seasoning cookware
160. Soap making – coconut oil can be used as one of the fats in soap.
Sunday, September 23, 2012
Interesting Vegetable Facts
Vegetables facts:
Potato:-
Potatoes are 20% solid and 80% water
It is the most popular vegetable in the world – thanks to French fries.
Thomas Jefferson is given credit for introducing French fries to America
Potato is the fourth most important crop in the world. It is preceded by corn, wheat and rice.
Tomato:-
Tomato is actually a fruit but a US Supreme Court ruling in 1893 made it a vegetable.
The French used to refer to Tomato as the apple of love
The British and the Americans thought tomato was beautiful but poisonous when it was first introduced
There are at least 10,000 varieties of tomatoes
Peas:-
Only 5% of peas grown worldwide are sold fresh.
Peas are packed with vitamins, minerals, fibre, protein and carbohydrates.
They help maintain bone health
Carrots:-
Carrots are about 87% water
Eating too much carrot can turn your skin yellowish orange, especially in the palms and soles of your feet.
Wild rabbits do not eat carrots. Bugs Bunny was an exception
Eating carrots improves the health of your eyes.
Cucumber:-
Cucumbers are 95% water
They contain most of the vitamins you need every day
Pressing a slice of cucumber to the roof of your mouth for 30 seconds takes care of bad breath
Placing a slice of cucumber on your eyes can cool them and reduce puffiness.
Wednesday, September 19, 2012
The Humble Garlic
Garlic is one of the most diverse ingredients in the culinary world.
Garlic is featured in many types of cuisine, from Chinese to Italian to Indian. There are more than 600 varieties of garlic, which can be categorized into 17 subgroups. Garlic tastes great and is great for your health. Garlic was seen as having healing powers by the Egyptians and was cherished by the Romans.
Garlic is a way to add flavor to food without adding calories or fat. One clove of garlic has only 4 calories. It's also very low in saturated fat, cholesterol and sodium. Garlic is a good source of calcium, phosphorus and selenium, Vitamin C, Vitamin B-6 and manganese.
Garlic helps reduce inflammation in the body and lowers blood pressure. It's also loaded with omega 3 and 6 fatty acids, is a natural blood thinner and has a dilating effect on blood vessels.
Garlic has the ability to activate liver enzymes that helps your body flush out toxins. Garlic also holds high amounts of allicin and selenium, two natural compounds that aid in liver cleansing.
I love to take whole bulbs of garlic and bake them until they soften like butter. It is delicious on whole grain bread. I also add fresh garlic to all my stews and bean dishes. When I don't plan to be around anyone for a few days, I blend sprouted garbanzo beans with several cloves of garlic and lemon. Try adding one clove of garlic to your juices
Garlic is featured in many types of cuisine, from Chinese to Italian to Indian. There are more than 600 varieties of garlic, which can be categorized into 17 subgroups. Garlic tastes great and is great for your health. Garlic was seen as having healing powers by the Egyptians and was cherished by the Romans.
Garlic is a way to add flavor to food without adding calories or fat. One clove of garlic has only 4 calories. It's also very low in saturated fat, cholesterol and sodium. Garlic is a good source of calcium, phosphorus and selenium, Vitamin C, Vitamin B-6 and manganese.
Garlic helps reduce inflammation in the body and lowers blood pressure. It's also loaded with omega 3 and 6 fatty acids, is a natural blood thinner and has a dilating effect on blood vessels.
Garlic has the ability to activate liver enzymes that helps your body flush out toxins. Garlic also holds high amounts of allicin and selenium, two natural compounds that aid in liver cleansing.
I love to take whole bulbs of garlic and bake them until they soften like butter. It is delicious on whole grain bread. I also add fresh garlic to all my stews and bean dishes. When I don't plan to be around anyone for a few days, I blend sprouted garbanzo beans with several cloves of garlic and lemon. Try adding one clove of garlic to your juices
Health Benefits of Radish
Radish,
the well known part of your salad, is a root crop, pungent or sweet in
taste with a lot of juice. Radishes can be white, red, purple or black,
long cylindrical or round in shape. They are eate...n raw, cooked or
pickled. The oil obtained from the seeds of radish is also used. The
other parts of radish which are consumed are the leaves, the f
lowers,
the pods and the seeds. The scientific name of radish is Raphanus
Sativus which belongs to the Brassicaceae family. Radish is also known
as Daiken in some parts of the world.
The benefits of radish against certain ailments and on certain body parts are listed below:
Jaundice: Radish is very good for the liver and the stomach and it is a very good detoxifier too, that is, it purifies blood. It is miraculously useful in jaundice as it helps removing bilirubin and also checks its production. It also checks destruction of red blood cells during jaundice by increasing supply of fresh oxygen in the blood. The black radish is more preferred in jaundice. The leaves of radish are also very useful in treatment of jaundice.
Piles: Radish is very rich in roughage, i.e. indigestible carbohydrates. This facilitates digestion, retains water, cures constipation (one of the main causes for piles) and thus gives relief in piles. Being a very good detoxifier, it helps heal up piles fast. Its juice also soothes the digestive and excretory system and this also relieves piles.
Urinary Disorders: Radishes are diurectic in nature, i.e. increase production of urine. Juice of radish also cures inflammation and burning feeling during urinating. It also cleans the kidneys and inhibits infections in kidneys and urinary system. Thus it helps a great deal in curing urinary disorders.
Weight Loss: Radishes are very filling, i.e. fills your stomach and satisfies your hunger easily without giving you many calories, as they are low in digestible carbohydrates, high in roughage and contain a lot of water. It is a very good dietary option for those determined to lose weight.
Cancer: Being a very good detoxifier and rich in vitamin-C, folic and anthocyanins, radish helps cure many types of cancer, particularly those of colon, kidney, intestines, stomach and oral cancer.
Leucoderma: The detoxifying and anti carcinogenic properties of radish make it useful in treatment of Leucoderma. The radish seeds are used in this case. They should be powdered and soaked in vinegar or ginger juice or cows urine and then applied on the white patches. Eating radish also aids treatment of Leucoderma.
Skin Disorders: Vitamin-C, phosphorus, zinc and some members of vitamin-B complex, which are present in radish, are good for skin. The water in it helps maintaining moisture of the skin. Smashed raw radish is a very good cleanser and serves as a very efficient face pack. Due to its disinfectant properties, radish also helps cure skin disorders, such as drying up, rashes, cracks etc. and also refreshes it.
Kidney Disorders: Being diurectic, cleanser and disinfectant, it helps cure many kidney disorders. Its diurectic properties help wash away the toxins accumulated in the kidneys. Cleansing properties clean kidneys up and lessens accumulation of toxins in the blood, thereby decreasing their concentration in the kidneys. Its disinfectant properties protect the kidneys from any infections too. Thus it is good for overall health of the kidneys.
Insect Bites: It has anti pruritic properties and can be used as an effective treatment for insect bites, stings of bees, hornets, wasps etc. Its juice also reduces pain and swelling and soothes the affected area.
Fever: It brings down the body temperature and relieves inflammation due to fever. Drink radish juice mixed with black salt. Being a good disinfectant, it also fights infections which cause fever, thereby helping cure it.
Respiratory Disorders, Bronchitis and Asthma: Radish is an anti congestive, i.e. it relieves congestion of respiratory system including nose, throat, wind-pipe and lungs, due to cold, infection, allergies and other causes. It is a good disinfectant and also rich in vitamins, which protect respiratory system from infections.
Liver&Gallbladder: Radish is especially beneficial for liver and gallbladder functions. It regulates production and flow of bile and bilirubin, acids, enzymes and removes excess bilirubin from the blood, being a good detoxifier. It also contains enzymes like myrosinase, diastase, amylase and esterase. It protects liver and gallbladder from infections and ulcers and soothes them.
Other Benefits: Apart from above benefits, radish is a good appetizer, mouth and breathe freshener, laxative, regulates metabolism, improves blood circulation, is a good treatment for headache, acidity, constipation, nausea, obesity, sore throat, whooping cough, gastric problems, gallbladder stones, dyspepsia etc.
The benefits of radish against certain ailments and on certain body parts are listed below:
Jaundice: Radish is very good for the liver and the stomach and it is a very good detoxifier too, that is, it purifies blood. It is miraculously useful in jaundice as it helps removing bilirubin and also checks its production. It also checks destruction of red blood cells during jaundice by increasing supply of fresh oxygen in the blood. The black radish is more preferred in jaundice. The leaves of radish are also very useful in treatment of jaundice.
Piles: Radish is very rich in roughage, i.e. indigestible carbohydrates. This facilitates digestion, retains water, cures constipation (one of the main causes for piles) and thus gives relief in piles. Being a very good detoxifier, it helps heal up piles fast. Its juice also soothes the digestive and excretory system and this also relieves piles.
Urinary Disorders: Radishes are diurectic in nature, i.e. increase production of urine. Juice of radish also cures inflammation and burning feeling during urinating. It also cleans the kidneys and inhibits infections in kidneys and urinary system. Thus it helps a great deal in curing urinary disorders.
Weight Loss: Radishes are very filling, i.e. fills your stomach and satisfies your hunger easily without giving you many calories, as they are low in digestible carbohydrates, high in roughage and contain a lot of water. It is a very good dietary option for those determined to lose weight.
Cancer: Being a very good detoxifier and rich in vitamin-C, folic and anthocyanins, radish helps cure many types of cancer, particularly those of colon, kidney, intestines, stomach and oral cancer.
Leucoderma: The detoxifying and anti carcinogenic properties of radish make it useful in treatment of Leucoderma. The radish seeds are used in this case. They should be powdered and soaked in vinegar or ginger juice or cows urine and then applied on the white patches. Eating radish also aids treatment of Leucoderma.
Skin Disorders: Vitamin-C, phosphorus, zinc and some members of vitamin-B complex, which are present in radish, are good for skin. The water in it helps maintaining moisture of the skin. Smashed raw radish is a very good cleanser and serves as a very efficient face pack. Due to its disinfectant properties, radish also helps cure skin disorders, such as drying up, rashes, cracks etc. and also refreshes it.
Kidney Disorders: Being diurectic, cleanser and disinfectant, it helps cure many kidney disorders. Its diurectic properties help wash away the toxins accumulated in the kidneys. Cleansing properties clean kidneys up and lessens accumulation of toxins in the blood, thereby decreasing their concentration in the kidneys. Its disinfectant properties protect the kidneys from any infections too. Thus it is good for overall health of the kidneys.
Insect Bites: It has anti pruritic properties and can be used as an effective treatment for insect bites, stings of bees, hornets, wasps etc. Its juice also reduces pain and swelling and soothes the affected area.
Fever: It brings down the body temperature and relieves inflammation due to fever. Drink radish juice mixed with black salt. Being a good disinfectant, it also fights infections which cause fever, thereby helping cure it.
Respiratory Disorders, Bronchitis and Asthma: Radish is an anti congestive, i.e. it relieves congestion of respiratory system including nose, throat, wind-pipe and lungs, due to cold, infection, allergies and other causes. It is a good disinfectant and also rich in vitamins, which protect respiratory system from infections.
Liver&Gallbladder: Radish is especially beneficial for liver and gallbladder functions. It regulates production and flow of bile and bilirubin, acids, enzymes and removes excess bilirubin from the blood, being a good detoxifier. It also contains enzymes like myrosinase, diastase, amylase and esterase. It protects liver and gallbladder from infections and ulcers and soothes them.
Other Benefits: Apart from above benefits, radish is a good appetizer, mouth and breathe freshener, laxative, regulates metabolism, improves blood circulation, is a good treatment for headache, acidity, constipation, nausea, obesity, sore throat, whooping cough, gastric problems, gallbladder stones, dyspepsia etc.
The "small" Lychee but Big in Health
Health Benefits of"Lychee Fruit"~
1 ) Anti Cancer :İt is Natural Cancer Treatment , lychee fruit prevents the growth of cancer cells , Research has also shown that lychee fruit may provide impressive anti-breast cancer properties
2 ) Oligonol : oligonol, a low molecular weight polyphenol found abundantly in lychee fruit. Oligonol has been found to have several Anti-oxidant, Anti-influenza virus
1 ) Anti Cancer :İt is Natural Cancer Treatment , lychee fruit prevents the growth of cancer cells , Research has also shown that lychee fruit may provide impressive anti-breast cancer properties
2 ) Oligonol : oligonol, a low molecular weight polyphenol found abundantly in lychee fruit. Oligonol has been found to have several Anti-oxidant, Anti-influenza virus
actions. In addition, it helps improve blood flow in organs, reduce weight, and protect skin from harmful UV rays
3 ) Potassium and Copper :Lychee also contains a very good amount of minerals like potassium and copper. Potassium is an important component of cell and body fluids help control heart rate and Blood Pressure; thus offers protection against Stroke and Coronary Heart Diseases. Copper is required in the production of red blood cells.
4 ) Vitamin C :Lychee is extremely rich in Vitamin C and contains approximately 40 percent more vitamin C than orange.Studies suggest that consumption of fruits rich in vitamin C helps body develop resistance against infectious agents and scavenge harmful, pro-inflammator y free radicals.
5 ) Vitamin B ,Thiamin ,Niacin ,Folates : It is a very good source of B-complex vitamins such as thiamin, niacin and folates. These vitamins are essential since they function by acting as co-factors to help body metabolize carbohydrates, protein and fats.
6 ) Lychee is considered Diuretic and Digestive.
7 ) It even has high levels of Beta Carotene, greater than that found in carrots.β-Carot ene is stored in the liver and many other organs ("golden ovaries")Streng thens The İmmune System
8 ) Lychee fruits are low in calories, contains no saturated fats or cholesterol, but rich in dietary fiber which, can be very important for individuals who are concerned about their excess body weight.
9 ) It is a good source of carbohydrates and fiber, which are quite essential for the body.
3 ) Potassium and Copper :Lychee also contains a very good amount of minerals like potassium and copper. Potassium is an important component of cell and body fluids help control heart rate and Blood Pressure; thus offers protection against Stroke and Coronary Heart Diseases. Copper is required in the production of red blood cells.
4 ) Vitamin C :Lychee is extremely rich in Vitamin C and contains approximately 40 percent more vitamin C than orange.Studies suggest that consumption of fruits rich in vitamin C helps body develop resistance against infectious agents and scavenge harmful, pro-inflammator y free radicals.
5 ) Vitamin B ,Thiamin ,Niacin ,Folates : It is a very good source of B-complex vitamins such as thiamin, niacin and folates. These vitamins are essential since they function by acting as co-factors to help body metabolize carbohydrates, protein and fats.
6 ) Lychee is considered Diuretic and Digestive.
7 ) It even has high levels of Beta Carotene, greater than that found in carrots.β-Carot ene is stored in the liver and many other organs ("golden ovaries")Streng thens The İmmune System
8 ) Lychee fruits are low in calories, contains no saturated fats or cholesterol, but rich in dietary fiber which, can be very important for individuals who are concerned about their excess body weight.
9 ) It is a good source of carbohydrates and fiber, which are quite essential for the body.
Benefits of kidney beans
Health Benefits Of Eating Kidney Beans ~
• Being a major source of protein, kidney beans provide all the eight basic forms of amino acids or the eight essential amino acids. These amino acids act against a number of diseases and are important to maintain a healthy immune system. It is estimated that a single cup of uncooked beans provides around 85% of the daily protein requirement.
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• Being a major source of protein, kidney beans provide all the eight basic forms of amino acids or the eight essential amino acids. These amino acids act against a number of diseases and are important to maintain a healthy immune system. It is estimated that a single cup of uncooked beans provides around 85% of the daily protein requirement.
• Certain na
tural
antioxidants (anthocyanins) present in these beans also have a number
of beneficial health effects. Studies have revealed that the darker the
color of the skin of the beans, the higher these antioxidants.
• The soluble fiber present in the kidney bean regulates the blood glucose absorption from the body. This is done by forming a gel-like substance, by absorbing water from the intestines. This gel-like substance slows down the metabolism of carbohydrates in the body, thereby regulating the blood sugar levels and preventing their sudden elevation after meals. Hence, it is essential for diabetics (insulin resistance) to consume kidney beans on a regular basis.
• The dietary fiber in these beans also helps lower the blood cholesterol levels in the body. This is achieved by the bonding of the fiber with the bile acids in the intestines. As the bile acids are used for the synthesis of cholesterol, their bonding with the dietary fibers results in lesser availability of the acids for the synthesis of cholesterol. Hence, the risk of certain diseases, like stroke, high blood pressure and coronary heart disease, is reduced to a considerable extent.
• A high source of certain nutrients involved in the process of detoxification, kidney beans reduce the risk of a number of inflammatory, degenerative and cardiovascular diseases and also help promote and maintain optimal health.
• As these beans prove to be a high source of iron, their regular intake helps in the process of respiration at the cellular level, by synthesizing hemoglobin to aid in the carriage of oxygen to the cells.
• Kidney beans also have considerable amount of the mineral molybdenum, which helps in the detoxification of sulfites from the blood.
• The copper present in these beans aids in the reduction of inflammatory conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). They also act as an important factor in promoting certain enzymatic activity that is required to maintain the normal elastic properties of ligaments, joints and blood vessels.
• The magnesium in kidney beans helps relieve fatigue by relaxing the muscles, nerves and blood vessels. This, in turn, prevents the adverse effects of conditions like asthma, muscle soreness, and migraine headaches.
• A prime effect of consuming kidney bean is prevention of conditions like stroke, heart attack and PVD (Peripheral Vascular Disease). This is done with the help of folic acid present in the plant. The folic acid lowers the levels of homocysteine (a potentially dangerous molecule), which is produced as a result of the metabolic process of methylation. Elevated levels of this molecule lead to the above mentioned harmful and life-threatening conditions.
• The soluble fiber present in the kidney bean regulates the blood glucose absorption from the body. This is done by forming a gel-like substance, by absorbing water from the intestines. This gel-like substance slows down the metabolism of carbohydrates in the body, thereby regulating the blood sugar levels and preventing their sudden elevation after meals. Hence, it is essential for diabetics (insulin resistance) to consume kidney beans on a regular basis.
• The dietary fiber in these beans also helps lower the blood cholesterol levels in the body. This is achieved by the bonding of the fiber with the bile acids in the intestines. As the bile acids are used for the synthesis of cholesterol, their bonding with the dietary fibers results in lesser availability of the acids for the synthesis of cholesterol. Hence, the risk of certain diseases, like stroke, high blood pressure and coronary heart disease, is reduced to a considerable extent.
• A high source of certain nutrients involved in the process of detoxification, kidney beans reduce the risk of a number of inflammatory, degenerative and cardiovascular diseases and also help promote and maintain optimal health.
• As these beans prove to be a high source of iron, their regular intake helps in the process of respiration at the cellular level, by synthesizing hemoglobin to aid in the carriage of oxygen to the cells.
• Kidney beans also have considerable amount of the mineral molybdenum, which helps in the detoxification of sulfites from the blood.
• The copper present in these beans aids in the reduction of inflammatory conditions like Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA). They also act as an important factor in promoting certain enzymatic activity that is required to maintain the normal elastic properties of ligaments, joints and blood vessels.
• The magnesium in kidney beans helps relieve fatigue by relaxing the muscles, nerves and blood vessels. This, in turn, prevents the adverse effects of conditions like asthma, muscle soreness, and migraine headaches.
• A prime effect of consuming kidney bean is prevention of conditions like stroke, heart attack and PVD (Peripheral Vascular Disease). This is done with the help of folic acid present in the plant. The folic acid lowers the levels of homocysteine (a potentially dangerous molecule), which is produced as a result of the metabolic process of methylation. Elevated levels of this molecule lead to the above mentioned harmful and life-threatening conditions.
Monday, September 17, 2012
Sunday, September 16, 2012
The Lemon Story
DON'T WASTE THAT LEMON PEEL
Many professionals in restaurants and eateries are using or
Consuming the entire lemon and nothing is wasted.
Many professionals in restaurants and eateries are using or
Consuming the entire lemon and nothing is wasted.
How can you use the whole lemon without waste?
Simple..place the lemon in the freezer section of your refrigerator. Once the lemon is frozen, get your grater, and shred the whole lemon (no need to peel it) and sprinkle it on top of your foods.
Sprinkle it to your whisky, wine, vegetable salad, ice cream, soup, noodles, spaghetti sauce, rice, sushi, fish dishes. All of the foods will unexpectedly have a wonderful taste, something that you may have never tasted before. Most likely, you only think of lemon juice and vitamin C. Not anymore. Now that you've learned this lemon secret, you can use lemon even in instant cup noodles. What's the major advantage of using the whole lemon other than preventing waste and adding new taste to your dishes?
Well, you see lemon peels contain as much as 5 to 10 times more vitamins than the lemon juice itself. And yes, that's what you've been wasting. But from now on, by following this simple procedure of freezing the whole lemon, then grating it on top of your dishes, you can consume all of those nutrients and get even healthier.
It's also good that lemon peels are health rejuvenators in eradicating toxic elements in the body.
So place your lemon in your freezer, and then grate it on your meal every day. It is a key to make your foods tastier and you get to live healthier and longer! That's the lemon secret!
Better late than NEVER!
The surprising benefits of lemon!
Lemon (Citrus) is a miraculous product to kill cancer cells. It is 10,000 times stronger than chemotherapy.
Why do we not know about that? Because there are laboratories interested in making a synthetic version that will bring them huge profits. You can now help a friend in need by letting him/her know that lemon juice is beneficial in preventing the disease. Its taste is pleasant and it does not produce the horrific effects of chemotherapy. How many people will die while this closely guarded secret is kept, so as not to jeopardize the beneficial multimillionaires large corporations? As you know, the lemon tree is known for its varieties of lemons and limes. You can eat the fruit in different ways: you can eat the pulp, juice press, prepare drinks, sorbets, pastries, etc... It is credited with many virtues, but the most interesting is the effect it produces on cysts and tumors. This plant is a proven remedy against cancers of all types. Some say it is very useful in all variants of cancer. It is considered also as an anti microbial spectrum against bacterial infections and fungi, effective against internal parasites and worms, it regulates blood pressure which is too high and an antidepressant,combats stress and nervous disorders.
The source of this information is fascinating: it comes from one of the largest drug manufacturers in the world, says that after more than 20 laboratory tests since 1970, the extracts revealed that It destroys the malignant cells in 12 cancers, including colon, breast, prostate, lung and pancreas ...The compounds of this tree showed 10,000 times better than the product Adriamycin, a drug normally used chemotherapeutic in the world, slowing the growth of cancer cells. And what is even more astonishing: this type of therapy with lemon extract only destroys malignant cancer cells and it does not affect healthy cells.
Simple..place the lemon in the freezer section of your refrigerator. Once the lemon is frozen, get your grater, and shred the whole lemon (no need to peel it) and sprinkle it on top of your foods.
Sprinkle it to your whisky, wine, vegetable salad, ice cream, soup, noodles, spaghetti sauce, rice, sushi, fish dishes. All of the foods will unexpectedly have a wonderful taste, something that you may have never tasted before. Most likely, you only think of lemon juice and vitamin C. Not anymore. Now that you've learned this lemon secret, you can use lemon even in instant cup noodles. What's the major advantage of using the whole lemon other than preventing waste and adding new taste to your dishes?
Well, you see lemon peels contain as much as 5 to 10 times more vitamins than the lemon juice itself. And yes, that's what you've been wasting. But from now on, by following this simple procedure of freezing the whole lemon, then grating it on top of your dishes, you can consume all of those nutrients and get even healthier.
It's also good that lemon peels are health rejuvenators in eradicating toxic elements in the body.
So place your lemon in your freezer, and then grate it on your meal every day. It is a key to make your foods tastier and you get to live healthier and longer! That's the lemon secret!
Better late than NEVER!
The surprising benefits of lemon!
Lemon (Citrus) is a miraculous product to kill cancer cells. It is 10,000 times stronger than chemotherapy.
Why do we not know about that? Because there are laboratories interested in making a synthetic version that will bring them huge profits. You can now help a friend in need by letting him/her know that lemon juice is beneficial in preventing the disease. Its taste is pleasant and it does not produce the horrific effects of chemotherapy. How many people will die while this closely guarded secret is kept, so as not to jeopardize the beneficial multimillionaires large corporations? As you know, the lemon tree is known for its varieties of lemons and limes. You can eat the fruit in different ways: you can eat the pulp, juice press, prepare drinks, sorbets, pastries, etc... It is credited with many virtues, but the most interesting is the effect it produces on cysts and tumors. This plant is a proven remedy against cancers of all types. Some say it is very useful in all variants of cancer. It is considered also as an anti microbial spectrum against bacterial infections and fungi, effective against internal parasites and worms, it regulates blood pressure which is too high and an antidepressant,combats stress and nervous disorders.
The source of this information is fascinating: it comes from one of the largest drug manufacturers in the world, says that after more than 20 laboratory tests since 1970, the extracts revealed that It destroys the malignant cells in 12 cancers, including colon, breast, prostate, lung and pancreas ...The compounds of this tree showed 10,000 times better than the product Adriamycin, a drug normally used chemotherapeutic in the world, slowing the growth of cancer cells. And what is even more astonishing: this type of therapy with lemon extract only destroys malignant cancer cells and it does not affect healthy cells.
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