tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-30995768693628018992024-03-12T22:44:35.413-07:00Old Time Remedies, Health and WellnessSWAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15958570544792695728noreply@blogger.comBlogger57125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3099576869362801899.post-5623288284934747612017-01-08T03:02:00.001-08:002019-07-09T11:34:12.527-07:00Eucalyptus<br />
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Eucalyptus, also known as mallee , iron back, stingy bark, blue gum tree, and Australian fever tree. It is the main food of the Koala. It is indigenous to Australia and is now cultivated in many countries. The tree has been naturalized in many areas around the world such as Algeria, Brazil, France, Spain and India, In California many are unaware that it was merely introduced there and is not a native plant but has origins elsewhere. </div>
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The Eucalyptus tree can be a great asset to areas with Marshy water logged swamps. Its roots has the ability to soak up the water in the marshes and swamp and restore the land. This is evidenced in Guatemala where a series of Eucalyptus trees were planted in order to restore and resurrect the swamp lands. </div>
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Eucalyptus is used to reduce fevers and remedy coughs, colds and other respiratory disorders. It has been used as a mouth wash and antiseptic for wounds when mixed with olive oil and vitamin E.. It can soothe a sore throat and help reduce asthma symptoms. Provides a relief to congestion and be just as effective as any cough medicine. A few drops of oil can help break up mucous.</div>
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Eucalyptus reduces swelling by helping to increase blood flow. it can act as a pain reliever as it eases tired and sore muscles. </div>
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Do not use Eucalyptus in large amounts. It is recommended that only small doses of the herb be used. This herb is useful in helping to relieve migraine headaches as it helps dilate capillaries for better circulation. To stop nausea drop a small amount on the tongue. </div>
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I personally have used Eucalyptus to help with colds and coughs and it has worked many times. The dry leaf can be boiled and steeped. Pour the water off and drink it as a tea. You can use the oil as a rub especially when congested. I like to use a small amount as an inhalant for children. It can be very helpful when a child has the croup cough. When Battling croup, it is recommended that you place the child in a steamy bathroom. You can also dab a small amount of eucalyptus their clothes as opposed to their skin because it can be very strong. </div>
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If you do want to use a small amount on the skin, use Vaseline as a base. Eucalyptus can also be placed on the pillow at night for relief. One other option is to place the boiled eucalyptus water in a large steel bowl and let the vapors fill up the room or drop a few drops in a humidifier.</div>
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*<i>This information is for informational uses only and should not substitute for medical advise. Please consult your physician for medical expertise.</i></div>
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Royal, Penny C. <i>Herbally Yours</i>. Payson, UT: Sound Nutrition, 1982. Print. <br />
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Balch, James F., and Phyllis A. Balch. <i>Prescription for Nutritional Healing:</i>. Garden City, NJ: Avery Pub. Group, 1997. Print. <br />
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<b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br />SWAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15958570544792695728noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3099576869362801899.post-62490010082111694632016-08-22T19:08:00.001-07:002016-08-22T19:08:37.525-07:0017 Reasons Why You Need a Mango Every Day<a href="http://preventdisease.com/news/13/051713_17-Reasons-Why-You-Need-a-Mango-Every-Day.shtml" target="_blank"><img alt="" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-18185" height="287" src="https://healthimpactnews.com/wp-content/uploads/sites/2/2013/05/african-mango-diet.jpg" title="african-mango-diet" width="428" /></a><br />
by <a href="http://preventdisease.com/news/13/051713_17-Reasons-Why-You-Need-a-Mango-Every-Day.shtml" target="_blank"><span style="color: #333333;">Mae Chan<br /> PreventDisease.com</span></a><br />
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Mangoes may very well be the king of all fruits. They fight cancer, alkalize the body, aid in weight loss, regulate diabetes, help digestion, clean your skin, and make the perfect snack. Here are 17 healthy reasons why you should be eating a mango every day.<br />
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<strong>Nutrition chart</strong><br />
One cup of mangoes (225 gms contain) contains the following percentages that apply to daily value.<br />
105 calories<br />
76 percent vitamin C (antioxidant and immune booster)<br />
25 percent vitamin A (antioxidant and vision)<br />
11 percent vitamin B6 plus other B vitamins (hormone production in brain and heart disease prevention)<br />
9 percent healthy probiotic fibre<br />
9 percent copper (copper is a co-factor for many vital enzymes plus production of red blood cells)<br />
7 percent potassium (to balance out our high sodium intake)<br />
4 percent magnesium<br />
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<strong>1. Fights cancer</strong><br />
Antioxidants like quercetin, isoquercitrin, astragalin, fisetin, gallic acid and methylgallat present in mango protect the body against <a href="http://preventdisease.com/news/10/101209_mango_prevents_colon_breast_cancer.shtml" target="_blank"><span style="color: #333333;">colon, breast, leukemia and prostate cancers</span></a>.<br />
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<strong>2. Keeps cholesterol in check</strong><br />
Mango has high level of vitamin C, pectin and fibres that help to lower serum cholesterol levels. Fresh mango is a rich source of potassium, which is an important component of cell and body fluids that helps to control heart rate and blood pressure.<br />
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<strong>3. Skin cleanser</strong><br />
Mangoes help you unclog your pores and add freshness to the face. Mangoes are applicable to any skin type. They help clear clogged pores that cause acne. Just slice a mango into thin pieces and keep them on your face for 10 to 15 minutes and then take bath or wash your face and see the results.<br />
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<strong>4. Alkalizes the body</strong><br />
According to natural health school.com, mango is rich in tartaric acid, malic acid and traces of citric acid that primarily help in maintaining the alkali reserve of the body.<br />
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<strong>5. Weight loss</strong><br />
Mango has a lot of vitamins and nutrients that help the body feel fuller. Also, the fibrous fruit boosts the digestive function of the body by burning additional calories, helping in weight loss.<br />
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<strong>6. Regulates diabetes</strong><br />
Not only the fruit but the leaves of mangoes are healthy too. For people suffering from diabetes, just boil 5-6 mango leaves in a vessel, soak it through night and drink the filtered decoction in the morning. This is helps in regulating your insulin levels.<br />
Mango has a low glycemic index (41-60) so going a little overboard will not increase your sugar levels.<br />
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<strong>7. Aphrodisiac</strong><br />
Mango has aphrodisiac qualities and is also called the ‘love fruit’. Mangoes increase the virility in men. Vitamin E, which is abundantly present in mangoes, helps to regulate sex hormones and boosts sex drive.<br />
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<strong>8. Eye care</strong><br />
Did you know that mango is rich in vitamin A. One cup of sliced mangoes equals 25% intake of your daily need of vitamin A. Mangoes help in promoting good eye sight, fights dry eyes and also prevent night blindness.<br />
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<strong>9. Helps in digestion</strong><br />
Mango contains enzymes that help in breaking down protein. The fibrous nature of mango helps in digestion and elimination. It is is rich in pre-biotic dietary fibre, vitamins and minerals.<br />
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<strong>10. Heat stroke</strong><br />
When the sun is bogging you down this summer, just chop of a mango in a juicer; add a little water and a tbsp of sugar free or honey. This juice will instantly cool you down and prevent heat stroke.<br />
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<strong>11. Strengthens your immune</strong><br />
The deadly combination of vitamin C, vitamin A and 25 different kinds of carotenoids keep your immune system healthy.<br />
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<strong>12. Body scrub</strong><br />
Make a paste of mashed mango, honey and milk and use as a body scrub, you will feel that your skin is tender and smooth.<br />
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<strong>13. Aids concentration and memory</strong><br />
Studying for exams? This fruit is rich in glutamine acid– an important protein for concentration and memory. Feed mangoes to children who find it difficult to concentrate on studies.<br />
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<strong>14. High iron for women</strong><br />
Mango is rich in iron, hence it is a great natural solution for people suffering from anemia. Menopausal and pregnant women can indulge in mangoes as this will increase their iron levels and calcium at the same time.<br />
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<strong>15. Reduces Kidney Stones </strong><br />
In Chinese medicine, mangoes are considered sweet and sour with a cooling energy also capable of reducing the risk of kidney stone formation.<br />
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<strong>16. Perfect Snack</strong><br />
Instead of snacking on unhealthy chips and cookies, why not feast on slices of mangoes instead. They are perhaps one of the tastiest dehydrated fruits of all.<br />
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<strong>17. Stomach Tonic </strong><br />
Before going to bed put some 10 or 15 mango leaves in warm water and close it with lid. The next day morning filter the water and drink it in empty stomach. Do this regularly.<br />
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<em><a href="http://preventdisease.com/" target="_blank"><strong><span style="color: #333333;">Mae Chan</span></strong></a> holds degrees in both physiology and nutritional sciences. She is also blogger and and technology enthusiast with a passion for disseminating information about health.</em><br />
<a href="http://preventdisease.com/news/10/101209_mango_prevents_colon_breast_cancer.shtml"><span style="color: #333333;">Mango Effective in Preventing Colon and Breast Cancer</span></a><br />
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Source: http://healthimpactnews.com/2013/17-reasons-why-you-need-a-mango-every-day/<br />
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Read the full article here: <a href="http://preventdisease.com/news/13/051713_17-Reasons-Why-You-Need-a-Mango-Every-Day.shtml"><span style="color: #333333;">http://preventdisease.com/news/13/051713_17-Reasons-Why-You-Need-a-Mango-Every-Day.shtml</span></a><br />
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Namely, this amazing drink is high in antioxidants, protein, vitamins B and C, phosphorus, volatile oils, potassium, flavonoids, and carbohydrates. It strengthens the immune system and has potent antibacterial and antiviral properties.<br />
Since it is rich in magnesium, vitamins, pectin, calcium, bioflavonoids, limonene, and citric acid, <a href="http://www.healthyfoodhouse.com/11-benefits-lemon-water-didnt-know/"><span style="color: #277204;">lemon water</span></a> effectively fights infections as well.<br />
Therefore, the consumption of lemon water in the morning detoxifies the system, helps digestion, supports weight loss, prevents hunger cravings, and creates an alkaline environment to balance the <a href="http://www.healthyfoodhouse.com/baking-soda-and-this-the-worst-nightmare-of-the-pharmaceutical-industry/"><span style="color: #277204;">pH levels in the body</span></a>.<br />
By drinking it every morning, you can treat the following 15 health issues:<br />
<strong>1.Removal and prevention of Kidney Stones</strong><br />
Lemons contain potassium which raises the levels of citrate in the urine and thus prevents the formation of oxalate.<br />
<strong>2. Soothes Sore Muscles after Exercise</strong><br />
Drinking lemon juice after an exhausting workout relieves the pain in the muscles.<br />
<strong>3. Suppression of Appetite and Weight Loss</strong><br />
Lemons contain vitamins and enzymes which regulate blood sugar and help to balance a healthy weight. This fruit also involves pectin which prevents food cravings. Additionally, lemon juice helps digestion and supports the production of bile, which decomposes the food during digestion.<br />
<strong>4. Flu and Cold Remedy</strong><br />
Lemons are abundant in vitamin C, which strengthens the immune system, and have strong antibacterial and antiviral properties.<br />
<strong>5. Relieves Joint Pain and Swelling</strong><br />
This drink reduces the amount of uric acid in joints, which is one of the greatest causes of inflammation (especially in the case of arthritis).<br />
<strong>6. Boosts the immune system</strong><br />
Lemon water stimulates the lymphatic system, which works simultaneously with the immune system to eliminate pathogens from the body.<br />
<strong>7. Reduces Inflammation</strong><br />
Lemons neutralize acidity, which is the major cause of tissue <a href="http://www.healthyfoodhouse.com/14-warning-signs-theres-hidden-inflammation-body-get-rid/"><span style="color: #277204;">inflammation</span></a>.<br />
<strong>8. Gall Bladder stones</strong><br />
The consumption of lemon water relieves the pain caused by gall bladder stones.<br />
<strong>9. Gastroesophageal Reflux Disease</strong><br />
It has been reported that the consumption of lemon water for 2 weeks can replace the constant need for candy.<br />
<strong>10. Helps with Food-Borne Illnesses</strong><br />
Lemon water effectively prevents food poisoning, can be very useful during traveling, and alleviates the pain from compressed vertebrae.<br />
<strong>11. Helps with Colitis</strong><br />
Colitis occurs in the case of an imbalance of alkaline/acid levels in the body. The consumption of a glass of this drink daily reduces acidity in the body and balances the ph levels.<br />
<strong>12. Treats Fibromyalgia</strong><br />
The combination of lemon water and yoga exercises can efficiently reduce exhaustion due to fibromyalgia.<br />
<strong>13. Acne</strong><br />
Lemon water helps to metabolize the acidic environment in the body and thus prevents the appearance of acne. You can also rub some lemon juice on the problematic places on the face to treat acne.<br />
<strong>14. Reduces Alcohol cravings</strong><br />
The need for alcohol can be successfully reduced with the help of lemon juice.<br />
<strong>15. Stronger Finger Nails</strong><br />
This drink removes the white spots and strengthens the nails.<br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;">Many “super bacteria” have appeared in the recent years due to the excessive usage of antibiotics either as shots or as pills. </span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"><strong>What has really happened? </strong></span></h2>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;">Well, bacteria have become antibiotic resistant and evolve faster than scientists are able to find effective medicines against them. It is estimated that in the future bacteria will be at the top of the food chain.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"><a href="https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Antibiotics" target="_blank"><span style="color: #47bc03;">The antibiotics </span></a>that are nowadays sold in pharmacies have been developed in the 1940s. Before that, people used only natural medicines i.e. unprocessed foods and tried herbs which helped them in the fight against viral infections and common diseases. The global holistic medicine still makes use of many of these natural antibiotics.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;">Our forefathers used organic “antibiotics” which they picked up directly from Mother Nature (not over-the-counter) to fight infections.</span><br />
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<strong><span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;">These are some of those natural antibiotics:</span></strong></h2>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;">Honey is still considered to be one of the most effective natural antibiotics in the world, primarily due to its antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antiseptic properties.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"><a href="http://www.dietoflife.com/this-is-the-most-healing-honey-in-the-world-it-can-heal-over-100-diseases/"><strong><span style="color: #47bc03;">Honey contains</span></strong><span style="color: #47bc03;"> </span><strong><span style="color: #47bc03;">enzymes</span></strong><span style="color: #47bc03;"> </span></a>that release hydrogen peroxide. That process provides support to the organism in the fight against an infection and prevents its spreading. Honey cleans the blood from toxins and helps the liver function efficiently. It also has a positive effect on the digestive tract.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;">If you want to boost your immunity, <strong>mix honey with cinnamon</strong> to increase the number of white blood cells. <a href="http://www.dietoflife.com/happens-drink-water-honey-empty-stomach/"><span style="color: #47bc03;">Best choice is always the organic, raw</span></a> (unprocessed) honey, because in the process of pasteurization it loses part of its antioxidant power.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;">This vegetable has incredible healing powers. <a href="http://www.dietoflife.com/reduce-cancer-risk-by-over-40-by-eating-raw-garlic-just-twice-a-week/"><span style="color: #47bc03;">Garlic is very effective</span></a> in the fight against “winter infections” such as the flu because it kills the causal bacteria before they start to have negative effects on the body. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"><br /></span></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"><a href="http://www.dietoflife.com/this-garlic-soup-is-100-x-stronger-than-the-best-antibiotics-on-the-market/"><span style="color: #47bc03;">Garlic contains allicin</span></a> which fights bacteria, parasites and other microorganisms. Garlic cannot harm your health in any possible way.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"><strong>Apple cider vinegar</strong></span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"><a href="http://www.dietoflife.com/10-amazing-vinegar-life-hacks-you-should-know/"><span style="color: #47bc03;">ACV</span></a> possesses powerful antibiotic and antiseptic properties and helps in the natural alkalization of the body which helps in decreasing cholesterol, and thus decreasing the risk of cancer.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"><a href="http://www.dietoflife.com/10-reasons-apple-cider-vinegar-awesome-health/"><span style="color: #47bc03;">Apple cider vinegar</span></a> can also be used for disinfection and sterilization.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;">Besides for its beautiful yellow-orange color and <a href="http://www.dietoflife.com/turmeric-smoothie-so-tasty-you-wont-believe-it-has-one-of-the-most-powerful-antioxidants-in-the-world/"><span style="color: #47bc03;">its extraordinary taste, turmeric</span></a> is also known for its amazing benefits for our health. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"><a href="http://www.dietoflife.com/turmeric-and-honey-the-strongest-antibiotic-from-nature/"><span style="color: #47bc03;">This spice is great for killing bacteria</span></a>. For optimal results, the best is to <strong>combine turmeric with honey</strong> and apply this mixture on infected places.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;">A recently published study found that grapefruit seed extract may kill up to 800 types of viruses, bacteria, fungi and parasites.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"><a href="http://www.dietoflife.com/drink-this-after-every-meal-you-will-lose-weight-extremely-fast/"><span style="color: #47bc03;">Grapefruit seed</span></a> extract contains many antioxidants, boosts the immune system, and alkalizes the organism in a natural way. It is also a good help for digestion and stimulation of the intestinal flora</span></span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"> You have probably used oregano to spice up many fares, pasta and French fries especially, without even knowing how beneficial it is for your health. </span></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;">Other than its antibacterial properties, oregano helps with digestion and promotion of weight loss. </span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"><strong>Carvacrol</strong>, oil that is a part of oregano, is very helpful in the fight against infective bacteria. In addition, it is very efficient against digestive infections and is definitely more than just a spice!</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"><b> </b>7<b>. Cabbage</b></span></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"> <a href="http://www.dietoflife.com/clean-your-kidneys-with-this-purple-cabbage-juice/"><span style="color: #47bc03;">Cabbage contains sulfur compounds</span></a>, which have a good part in the fight against cancer.</span></span></div>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;">Many people are familiar with the fact that cabbage is rich in vitamin C. Just one cup of cabbage contains up to 75% of the daily recommended dose of vitamin C.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;">Due to its antibacterial properties, <a href="http://www.dietoflife.com/a-proven-truth-cabbage-juice-cures-up-to-100-diseases-protects-against-colon-cancer-and-it-is-a-remedy-for-constipation/"><span style="color: #47bc03;">consuming cabbage juice</span></a> sweetened with honey is a great way to improve your digestion, prevent diseases and maintain your ideal body weight.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"><b> </b> 8.<b> Coconut oil</b></span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"> <a href="http://www.dietoflife.com/50-ways-coconut-oil-can-cure-and-improve-your-body/"><span style="color: #47bc03;">The list of benefits of coconut oil</span></a> is endless. Besides having antifungal and antimicrobial properties, it also contains some antioxidants that are rarely found in other fruits of the nature.</span></div>
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"><a href="http://www.dietoflife.com/the-truth-about-coconut-oil-10-facts-you-need-to-know/"><span style="color: #47bc03;">Use coconut oil to improve your immune system,</span></a> maintain an ideal level of cholesterol and sugar in your blood and strengthen the activity of the brain. Coconut oil is safe for both internal and topical usage.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;">Add 1 tbsp. of coconut oil in your morning coffee and boost your energy and clear up your head for the day that follows.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;">Colloidal silver is a natural antibiotic that has been in use for many years. Colloidal silver should be used from time to time because great amount of silver in your organism may be certainly toxic.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"> However, colloidal silver inactivates the enzymes necessary for multiplication of bacteria and viruses, which makes it a great antibiotic.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;">Fermentedfoods </span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"> </span></span><span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"><span style="font-family: Georgia, Palatino; font-size: 18px;"><a href="http://www.dietoflife.com/here-are-the-10-healthiest-foods-to-stock-in-your-kitchen-you-must-have-them/"><span style="color: #47bc03;">Fermented foods </span></a>such as probiotic yogurts, kefir, <em><strong>lactobacillus</strong></em> cultures and pickles are great food for the intestinal flora as well.</span></span></h2>
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<a href="http://draxe.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/EssentialOilsArticleMeme.jpg"><img alt="ways to use essential oils" class="aligncenter wp-image-26593 size-full pinit-hover" data-jpibfi-indexer="0" src="http://draxe.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/06/EssentialOilsArticleMeme-716x716.jpg" height="735" sizes="(max-width: 735px) 100vw, 735px" width="735" /><a class="pinit-button" data-jpibfi-indexer="0" href="http://draxe.com/essential-oil-uses-benefits/#" style="left: 135px; top: 383.31px; visibility: visible;"></a><strong><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://draxe.com/essential-oils-guide/" style="color: blue;">Essential oils</a></span></strong> have been used for thousands of years in various cultures for medicinal and health purposes. Essential oil uses range from aromatherapy, household cleaning products, personal beauty care and natural medicine treatments.<br />
The particles in essential oils come from distilling or extracting the different parts of plants, including the flowers, leaves, bark, roots, resin and peels. In ancient times, Jews and Egyptians made essential oils by soaking the plants in oil and then filtering the oil through a linen bag.<br />
Essential oil benefits come from their antioxidant, antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory properties. These healing oils are rapidly growing in popularity because they act as natural medicine without any side effects. Ready to harness the power of the world’s most proven therapeutic compounds? Then let’s talk about 101 ways to use these amazing essential oils.<br />
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<li><b>All-purpose cleaner:</b> Add three drops each of <strong><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://draxe.com/lemon-essential-oil-uses-benefits/" style="color: blue;" target="_blank" title="Top 10 Lemon Essential Oil Uses and Benefits - Dr. Axe">lemon oil</a></span></strong> and <a href="http://draxe.com/tea-tree-oil-uses-benefits/" target="_blank" title="Top 10 Tea Tree Oil Uses & Benefits - Dr. Axe"><span style="color: blue;"><strong>tea tree oil</strong></span></a> to a few ounces of warm water, then spray countertops to naturally disinfect.</li>
<li><b>Natural mosquito repellent:</b> Combine one drop each of lemongrass oil, citronella oil and eucalyptus oil with one teaspoon of coconut oil to make <strong><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://draxe.com/homemade-bug-spray/" style="color: blue;" target="_blank" title="Homemade Bug Spray - Dr. Axe">natural bug spray</a> </span></strong><span style="color: #333333;">and rub on exposed skin. Reapply as needed.</span></li>
<li><b>Sports gear:</b> If your kids play sports, add two drops each of tea tree oil and lemon essential oil to one quart of warm water; next add four tablespoons of baking soda and mix. Use to clean ripe (!) jerseys, cleats and sports gear.</li>
<li><b>Clean air:</b> Diffuse cinnamon essential oil in the air and enjoy its anti-microbial properties.</li>
<li><b>Homemade peppermint patties:</b> Use <strong><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://draxe.com/peppermint-oil-uses-benefits/" style="color: blue;" target="_blank" title="Top 25 Peppermint Oil Uses and Benefits - Dr. Axe">peppermint oil</a></span></strong>, coconut oil, dark chocolate and raw honey to make real peppermint treats.</li>
<li><b>Washing machine:</b> Add 10-20 drops of your favorite scent per load.</li>
<li><b>Vacuum cleaner:</b> Add 5-10 drops of your favorite oil in your vacuum bag or dust container.</li>
<li><b>Homemade sunscreen:</b> Mix coconut oil, zinc oxide, shea butter, helichrysum oil and lavender essential oil, then store in a squeeze bottle to make <span style="color: blue;"><strong><a href="http://draxe.com/homemade-sunscreen/" style="color: blue;" target="_blank" title="Homemade Sunscreen - Dr. Axe">homemade toxic-free sunscreen</a></strong></span>.</li>
<li><b>Eliminate shower curtain scum:</b> Using a 16-ounce spray bottle, use four drops of eucalyptus essential oil and four drops of tea tree oil (melaleuca) with warm water; spray onto your shower for natural mold killing action.</li>
<li><b>Clean burnt pans:</b> Use a few drops of lemon oil and some boiling water to help remove burnt food from pots and pans.</li>
<li><b>Wonderful smelling home:</b> Diffuse clove, rosemary and orange essential oils when guests come over, and they will talk about how amazing your house smells.</li>
<li><b>Carpet cleaner:</b> Mix 20 drops of tea tree oil with Borax for homemade carpet powder.</li>
<li><b>Kill pests:</b> Spray orange essential oil and clove oil to kill pests on contact.</li>
<li><b>Lavender cake:</b> Mix coconut flour, raw honey, organic eggs and lavender essential oil and bake at 350 degrees.</li>
<li><b>Eliminate mold:</b> Add tea tree oil to your diffuser to kill mold and other pathogens in the air.</li>
<li><b>Christmas scent:</b> Add a drop of pine, sandalwood or cedarwood oil on a fire log about 30 minutes before burning.</li>
<li><b>Reduce anxiety:</b> Diffuse lavender essential oil around your home to reduce feelings of stress and tension.</li>
<li><b>Spiritual enlightenment:</b> Diffuse<strong><span style="color: blue;"> <a href="http://draxe.com/frankincense-oil-cancer/" style="color: blue;" target="_blank" title="Frankincense Oil Cancer Natural Treatment - Dr. Axe">frankincense essential oil</a></span></strong> while praying, meditating or reading to increase spiritual awareness.</li>
<li><b>Bathtub scrub<b>:</b></b> Mix one-half cup of baking soda, one-half cup of vinegar and five drops of bergamot or lime oil; use as a scrub for a sink or bathtub.</li>
<li><b>Freshen trash can<b>:</b></b> Put a cotton ball with two drops each of lemon oil and tea tree oil at the bottom of the trashcan to help decrease the odor and detoxify.</li>
<li><b>Wash produce<b>:</b></b> To clean fruit and vegetables, add two drops of lemon oil to a large bowl of water then wash.</li>
<li><b>Clean kitchen smell<b>:</b></b> Add a few drops of clove, cinnamon or citrus essential oil to a simmering pan of water to get rid of cooking odors.</li>
<li><b>Bathroom freshener<b>:</b></b> Put a cotton ball soaked in lime or lemon oil behind the toilet for a bathroom refresher.</li>
<li><b>Purify fridge<b>:</b></b> To freshen up the fridge or freezer when cleaning, add a few drops of lime, grapefruit or bergamot oil to the rinsing water.</li>
<li><b>Mint tea:</b> Use 1-2 drops of peppermint essential oil in your favorite tea for a hint of mint.</li>
<li><b>Eliminate smoke:</b> To remove cigarette smoke, put four drops of rosemary, tea tree and eucalyptus oil in a spray bottle and spray around the house.</li>
<li><b>Detoxify the air:</b> Add peppermint and eucalyptus oil to a gallon of paint to dispel fumes.</li>
<li><b>Get rid of shoe smell:</b> To remove the smell from shoes, add a few drops of tea tree oil and lemon oil to freshen them up.</li>
<li><b>Bridal shower gift:</b> For a cute bridal shower gift, create a “love potion” with essential oils. Use 20 drops of sandalwood, and four drops of cocoa, vanilla and rose oil to unscented lotion.</li>
<li><b>Baby shower gift:</b> Give a wall diffuser with a lavender scent to calm the mom and baby.</li>
<li><b>Flavored lemon water:</b> Use 2-3 drops of lemon oil in water for a delicious citrus flavor.</li>
<li><b>Cleaner dishes:</b> Add a few drops of lemon oil to the dishwasher before washing for a spot-free rinse.</li>
<li><b>Physician kit:</b> Makeover your medicine cabinet and create a family physician kit with essential oils of lavender, lemon, peppermint, tea tree, oregano and frankincense.<div class="mydiv" id="mydiv-25598">
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<li><b>Improve sleep:</b> <strong><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://draxe.com/lavender-oil-benefits/" style="color: blue;" target="_blank" title="7 Lavender Oil Benefits For Healing - Dr. Axe">Lavender oil</a></span></strong> can alleviate insomnia. Sprinkle a few drops on your pillow to help you fall asleep.</li>
<li><b>Body butter lotion:</b> Mix coconut oil, shea butter, magnesium oil and essential oils for moisturizing body lotion.</li>
<li><b>Homemade lip balm:</b> Combine coconut oil, beeswax and lavender oil for an amazing healing balm for chapped lips.</li>
<li><b>Relieve tension:</b> Help to relieve anxiety by using a single drop of lavender oil on your hands, rub together, and cup your hands to your nose and let the smell flood your senses.</li>
<li><b>Massage therapy:</b> Use a few drops of cedarwood or lavender oil, mixed with an unscented lotion during a relaxation massage.</li>
<li><b>Immediate relaxation:</b> Apply 2-4 drops of chamomile, lavender and peppermint essential oil to your temples for a cooling effect and immediate relaxation.</li>
<li><b>Detox bath:</b> Mix lavender oil, epsom salts and sea salt to a warm bath to cleanse and rejuvenate the body.</li>
<li><b>Sauna therapy:</b> Add two drops of your favorite essential oil into two cups of water in a sauna.</li>
<li><b>Calm upset child:</b> Help sooth and calm children by adding lavender or chamomile to their stuffed animals.</li>
<li><b>Foot bath:</b> Add a few drops of lemon or <a href="http://draxe.com/eucalyptus-oil-uses-benefits/" target="_blank" title="Top 10 Eucalyptus Oil Uses and Benefits - Dr. Axe"><strong><span style="color: blue;">eucalyptus</span></strong></a> oil to a large bowl of warm water to help soothe the feet.</li>
<li><b>Improve depression:</b> To boost mood and relieve depression, add rose oil to baths, inhalations and diffusers to improve mood.</li>
<li><b>Yoga and Pilates:</b> To relax during yoga or meditation, inhale lavender or sandalwood before class. Also, mix clove and citrus essential oil to clean yoga mats.</li>
<li><b>Mint chocolate cocoa:</b> Add 2-3 drops of peppermint oil to hot cocoa for instant minty chocolate!</li>
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<li><strong>Reduce</strong><b> cellulite:</b> Mix five drops of grapefruit essential oil with two teaspoons of <strong><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://draxe.com/coconut-oil-uses/" style="color: blue;" target="_blank" title="77 Coconut Oil Uses & Cures - Dr. Axe">coconut oil</a></span></strong> and massage into dimpled areas.</li>
<li><b>Natural perfume:</b> Use 1-2 drops of jasmine essential oil on your wrist as a fresh natural fragrance. Lavender and vanilla also agree with most women, while cypress and clove work well for men’s cologne.</li>
<li><b>Acne face wash:</b> To get rid of acne, make a <span style="color: blue;"><strong><a href="http://draxe.com/homemade-honey-face-wash-clear-skin/" style="color: blue;" target="_blank" title="Homemade Honey Face Wash for Clear Skin - Dr. Axe">homemade face wash</a></strong></span> by mixing tea tree oil (melaleuca) with raw honey and rub on your face. Then rinse off with water.</li>
<li><b>Freshen breath:</b> Use a drop of peppermint essential oil for a natural way to freshen breath.</li>
<li><b>Homemade shampoo:</b> To make <span style="color: blue;"><strong><a href="http://draxe.com/homemade-rosemary-mint-shampoo/" style="color: blue;" target="_blank" title="Homemade Rosemary Mint Shampoo - Dr. Axe">homemade shampoo</a></strong></span>, mix lavender oil, rosemary oil, aloe vera gel and coconut milk. Use as you would regular shampoo. It lasts 2-4 weeks.</li>
<li><b>Homemade deodorant: </b>Combine coconut oil, beeswax and your favorite essential oils like cedarwood and <strong><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://draxe.com/clove-oil-uses-benefits/" style="color: blue;" target="_blank" title="Clove Oil Uses and Benefits - Dr. Axe">clove oil</a></span></strong> for men and lavender and tea tree oil for women.</li>
<li><b>Sugar scrub:</b> Mix a few drops of an essential oil with almond oil and rock salt or sugar to make your own salt or sugar scrub.</li>
<li><b>Homemade toothpaste:</b> Combine sea salt, baking soda, coconut oil and xylitol with peppermint essential oil to make <span style="color: blue;"><strong><a href="http://draxe.com/homemade-remineralizing-toothpaste/" style="color: blue;" target="_blank" title="Homemade Mineralizing Toothpaste - Dr. Axe">homemade remineralizing toothpaste</a></strong></span>. Then brush.</li>
<li><b>Body spray:</b> Add 5-10 drops to four ounces of water and use as a fragrant body spray.</li>
<li><b>Itchy scalp:</b> Add lavender, cedarwood or basil essential oil to shampoo to reduce itching.</li>
<li><b>Thicken hair:</b> Add rosemary to shampoo to naturally thicken hair and increase volume.</li>
<li><b>Strengthen nails:</b> Mix 10 drops of frankincense, myrrh and lemon essential oils into two tablespoons of vitamin E oil, then rub on cuticles.</li>
<li><b>Reduce wrinkles:</b> Mix 3-5 drops of sandalwood, geranium, lavender and frankincense essential oils with an unscented lotion and apply to face. Avoid applying to eyes.</li>
<li><b>Teeth whitener:</b> Combine lemon essential oil, coconut oil and fresh strawberries, then rub on your teeth. Rinse after two minutes.</li>
<li><b>Cure dandruff:</b> Mix five drops of rosemary and lavender essential oils with three tablespoons of unscented oil. Massage into your scalp and leave on for 10 minutes. Shampoo mixture out.</li>
<li><b>Reduce stretch marks:</b> Mix five drops of frankincense, myrrh and grapefruit essential oils with coconut oil and apply to stretch marks.</li>
<li><b>Facial scrub:</b> Mix one-fourth cup yogurt, one-fourth cup cornmeal, and five drops of patchouli, grapefruit and lavender oil. Apply to face and wash off.</li>
<li><b>Natural skin toner:</b> Mix eight ounces of water with two drops of lavender, geranium and frankincense.</li>
<li><b>Deep hair conditioner:</b> Mix 15 drops of rosewood with five drops of sandalwood and lavender into unscented oil. Place mixture in a small plastic bag and dunk into warm water to heat up. Apply to hair and wrap for 20 minutes. Shampoo as usual.</li>
<li><b>Reduce age spots:</b> Put on frankincense essential oil three times daily directly on skin to improve sun spots and age spots.</li>
<li><b>For oily hair:</b> Mix 10 drops of ylang ylang, lime and rosemary oil with two ounces of unscented oil. Massage it scalp 2-3 times per week. Wash out as usual.</li>
<li><b>Heal dry cracked feet:</b> Add three drops of lavender oil to two tablespoons of coconut oil. Apply to the feet at night and put on some socks.</li>
<li><b>Relieve nausea:</b> Breathe in peppermint oil through your nose to alleviate nausea, and also apply to your neck and upper chest. Ginger and lavender may also help.</li>
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<li><b>Migraine headache relief:</b> Try combining a few drops of lavender oil and peppermint oil and apply to temples to help with headaches and migraines.</li>
<li><b>Reduce cough or sinusitis:</b> <span style="color: #333333;">Eucalyptus oil</span> is known for its powerful ability to fight coughs and open airways. Add a few drops into steaming hot water or diffuser. Inhale to help clear nasal passage.</li>
<li><b>Repair broken bones:</b> To support healing of broken bones, apply helichrysum, fir and cypress essential oils.</li>
<li><b>Heal burns:</b> Mix lavender oil with aloe vera to treat burns.</li>
<li><b>Soothe bug bites:</b> Use lavender oil for bug bites and stings.</li>
<li><b>Improve digestion;</b> Take ginger oil, peppermint oil and fennel essential oil to support digestion and healing leaky gut.</li>
<li><b>Bronchitis and asthma remedy:</b> Make a <span style="color: blue;"><strong><a href="http://draxe.com/homemade-vapor-rub/" style="color: blue;" target="_blank" title="Homemade Vapor Rub - Dr. Axe">homemade vapor rub</a></strong></span> by combining eucalyptus, peppermint and coconut oil. Rub on your chest and neck.</li>
<li><b>Treat bruises;</b> Use essential oils as a hot compress to treat bruises or other wounds. Add five drops of lavender and five drops of frankincense to four ounces of hot water and soak. Apply to affected area.</li>
<li><b>Improve concentration:</b> Inhale bergamot, grapefruit or peppermint oil to increase concentration during the day.</li>
<li><b>Sore feet soak:</b> Add 10 drops of peppermint oil with a tablespoon of Epson salt and add to a warm-water foot bath.</li>
<li><b>Reduce teeth grinding: </b>Massage 1-3 drops of lavender on the bottom of the feet and behind ears before bed.</li>
<li><b>Relieve PMS:</b> Mix two drops of sage, basil and rosemary, then apply to a warm, moist hand towel and apply to abdomen.</li>
<li><b>Eczema and psoriasis cream:</b> To treat eczema, psoriasis or red dry skin, apply a mixture of lavender essential oil with shea butter.</li>
<li><b>Improve circulation:</b> Add 8-10 drops of grapefruit essential oil to warm bath water.</li>
<li><b>Relieve hangover symptoms:</b> Add six drops each of juniper berry, cedarwood, grapefruit, lavender, rosemary and lemon oil into a warm bath.</li>
<li><b>Curb food cravings:</b> Inhale peppermint and cinnamon oil to reduce your appetite and balance blood sugar.</li>
<li><b>Energize your workout:</b> Inhale peppermint oil before a workout to reduce fatigue.</li>
<li><b>Reduce fever: </b>Add 1-3 drops of eucalyptus, peppermint and lavender to a cool cloth and sponge the body.</li>
<li><b>Relieve motion sickness:</b> Use peppermint, lavender and ginger oil to reduce motion sickness.</li>
<li><b>Arthritis relief:</b> Mix two drops of wintergreen, cypress and lemongrass into an unscented lotion. Massage into affected areas.</li>
<li><b>Treat ringworm:</b> Combine three drops of <strong><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://draxe.com/tea-tree-oil-uses-benefits/" style="color: blue;" target="_blank" title="Top 10 Tea Tree Oil Uses & Benefits - Dr. Axe">tea tree oil</a></span></strong> with coconut oil and massage over the affected area twice a day.</li>
<li><b>Head lice cure:</b> Mix three drops of thyme, lavender and eucalyptus oil with unscented oil and apply to scalp. Cover head with a shower cap and leave on for 30 minutes. Shampoo out.</li>
<li><b>Heal blistered skin:</b> Mix two drops of tea tree oil with two drops of unscented oil and apply to the blistered area up to five times per day.</li>
<li><b>Soothe a sunburn:</b> Combine lavender or chamomile oil with one tablespoon of coconut oil and apply to the skin with a cotton ball to reduce swelling and pain.</li>
<li><b>Treat poison oak or poison ivy:</b> Mix three drops of peppermint oil with unscented oil and apply to affected area.</li>
<li><b>Lose weight: </b>Combine grapefruit, ginger and cinnamon oil and take as a supplement three times daily to support metabolism.</li>
<li><b>Boost immune system:</b> Mix one drop of oregano oil with four drops of carrier oil and rub on the bottom of your feet before flying on a plane.</li>
<li><b>Achy muscle rub:</b> Mix eucalyptus, wintergreen and cypress with an unscented lotion or coconut oil and apply to muscles.</li>
<li><b>Reduce morning sickness caused by pregnancy: </b>Add a few drops of wild orange, lemon or ginger oil to a handkerchief and inhale.</li>
<li><b>Improve allergies: </b>Rub frankincense and lavender on your palms and inhale deeply to relieve itchy eyes and throat.</li>
<li><b>Kick a cold fast:</b> Take three drops of oil of oregano and frankincense three daily for one week.</li>
<li><b>Reduce back and neck pain:</b> Combine peppermint, cypress and ginger oils with cayenne pepper and coconut oil for a <strong><a href="http://draxe.com/homemade-muscle-rub/" target="_blank" title="Homemade Muscle Rub - Dr. Axe">homemade pain relieving muscle rub</a></strong>.</li>
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<strong><span style="color: #003366;">Essential Oil Quality</span></strong></h3>
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This is one of the most vital things you must know about essential oils: Not all essential oils are created equal. In fact, most of them are worthless to your health and often synthetic. Therefore, when buying essential oils, make sure they are certified pure therapeutic grade. If you want to order the brand I trust and personally use, email <strong>oils@draxe.com</strong> to order or learn where to buy them.<br />
To learn more about how to use essential oils, check out this free, in-depth <strong><span style="color: blue;"><a href="http://draxe.com/essential-oils-guide/" target="_blank" title="Dr. Axe’s Essential Oils Guide"><span style="color: blue;">Essential Oils Guide</span></a></span>.</strong><br />
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Dr. Josh Axe, <em><a href="http://draxe.com/ashwagandha-proven-to-heal-thyroid-and-adrenals/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #007ba5;">Dr.Axe</span></a></em><span style="color: #3366ff;"><a href="http://thyroidnation.com/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #3366ff;">Thyroid Nation</span></a></span></h5>
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<span style="color: #33cccc;">If you are looking to restore your energy, look younger, and reverse disease, then ashwagandha may be the herb you’re looking for. As you’re about to see, ashwagandha benefits are impressive.</span></h3>
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Ashwagandha, is an <a href="http://www.draxe.com/7-adaptogen-herbs-to-lower-cortisol/" style="color: #05529e; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">adaptogenic herb</a> popular in Ayurvedic medicine that has shown incredible results for lowering cortisol and balancing thyroid hormones. In India, ashwagandha is known as the “strength of the stallion” since it has traditionally been used to strengthen the immune system after illness.<span id="more-8565" style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;"></span><br />
Ashwagandha has also been referred to as Indian ginseng because of it’s ability to enhance stamina and has extraordinary stress relieving properties.<br />
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<span style="color: teal;">There have been over 200 studies on Ashwagandha’s ability to:</span></h4>
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<li><a href="http://draxe.com/8-secrets-to-cure-hypothyroidism-and-other-hormone-problems/" style="color: #05529e; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;" target="_blank">Improve thyroid function</a></li>
<li>Support adrenal glands</li>
<li>Assist with metabolism</li>
<li>Reduce anxiety and depression</li>
<li>Combat effects of stress</li>
<li>Reduce brain cell degeneration</li>
<li>Stabilize blood sugar</li>
<li>Lower cholesterol</li>
<li>Boost immunity</li>
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In this article, I’m going to discuss the benefits of ashwagandha in healing your thyroid, adrenal glands, improving mood, and supporting brain health.<br />
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<span style="color: teal;">Heal Your Thyroid</span></h3>
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0615386660/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0615386660&linkCode=as2&tag=thyrnati-20" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"><img alt="Unknown" class="alignright wp-image-3004 no-display appear" height="200" src="http://thyroidnation.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/04/Unknown.jpeg" style="cursor: move;" width="159" /></a>Ashwagandha is a superstar when it comes to improving the health of your thyroid. Scientists don’t completely understand how adaptogens work, but we know that they can be extremely effective especially at <a href="http://draxe.com/10-ways-balance-hormones-naturally/" style="color: #05529e; font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;" target="_blank">balancing hormones</a>.<br />
<strong>One of the most incredible aspects about adaptogenic herbs like ashwagandha is that it can help people with both hypo and hyper thyroid issues. It has been shown to support a sluggish thyroid for people diagnosed with Hashimotos, and has been shown to improve the health of those with an overactive thyroid or Graves disease.</strong><br />
<a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/0615386660/ref=as_li_qf_sp_asin_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&creativeASIN=0615386660&linkCode=as2&tag=thyrnati-20" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;" target="_blank"></a>Adaptogenic herbs work with your body, to bring you back into balance, whether your levels are high or low.<br />
Animal studies reveal <a href="http://www.amazon.com/gp/search/ref=as_li_qf_sp_sr_il_tl?ie=UTF8&camp=1789&creative=9325&index=aps&keywords=ashwagandha&linkCode=as2&tag=thyrnati-20" target="_blank"><span style="color: #007ba5;">ashwagandha</span></a> has a thyroid hormone balancing effect. In a 20 days study mice were give ashwagandha and their T3 and T4 levels were analyzed along with lipid peroxidation (anti-oxidant protection). Significant increases in serum T4 were found which indicates this herb has a <span style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">stimulatory effect on a sluggish thyroid</span>.<br />
Also, ashwagandha may benefit thyroid function because it greatly reduced lipid peroxidation by promoting scavenging of free radicals that cause cellular damage. These results prove ashwagandha can be useful in treating <a href="http://thyroidnation.com/weight-loss-and-hypothyroidism-quite-the-odd-couple/" target="_blank" title="Weight Loss and Hypothyroidism: Quite the Odd Couple"><span style="color: #007ba5;">hypothyroidism</span></a>.<br />
There are currently millions of people who struggle with thyroid problems (many who don’t even know it) and ashwagandha may just be the solution they are searching for.<br />
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<span style="color: teal;">Adrenal Rejuvenation</span></h3>
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Ashwagandha has also been proven effective in supporting adrenal function helping you overcome adrenal fatigue and chronic stress.</div>
Your adrenal glands are endocrine glands that are responsible for releasing hormones (cortisol and adrenaline) in response to stress on your body.<br />
If your <a href="http://thyroidnation.com/adrenal-fatigue-fix/" target="_blank" title="Adrenal Fatigue And How To Fix It"><span style="color: #007ba5;">adrenals</span></a> are overtaxed due to an overabundance of emotional, physical, and mental stress it can lead to a condition known as adrenal fatigue. <strong>As you can see from this chart below, if your adrenals become exhausted it can also disrupt your other hormones including progesterone which can cause infertility and lower DHEA which can cause you to age faster.</strong><br />
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Medical studies have shown that ashwagandha improves cortisol levels, improves insulin sensitivity and naturally balances hormones. A case study reported a case of a 57-year-old woman with non-classical adrenal hyperplasia. She was treated with ashwagandha for 6 months and after her treatment she saw improvements in 4 adrenal hormone markers including corticoosterone and 11-deoxycortisol which <strong>decreased by 69% and 55% </strong>respectively, which is a major improvement!<br />
This hormonal improvement was also accompanied by a <span style="font-style: inherit; font-weight: inherit;">noticeable reduction in hair loss.</span><br />
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<span style="color: teal;">Ashwagandha Benefits Brain Health</span></h3>
Emotional, physical, and chemical stress can all have damaging effects to the brain and nervous system. Recent research has proven ashwagandha is more than a stress reliever, it also protects the brain from degeneration and improves symptoms of alzheimer’s, <a href="http://thyroidnation.com/mental-disorder-undiagnosed-hypothyroidism/" target="_blank" title="Mental Disorder or Undiagnosed Hypothyroidism?"><span style="color: #007ba5;">depression, and anxiety</span></a>.<br />
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One of the main reasons ashwagandha is so effective at healing the brain has to do with it’s powerful antioxidants that destroy free radicals that cause aging. A study published in <a href="http://onlinelibrary.wiley.com/journal/10.1002/%28ISSN%291099-1573" target="_blank"><span style="color: #007ba5;">Phytotherapy Research</span></a> explain these benefits:<br />
“<em style="font-weight: inherit;">Several studies have revealed that natural antioxidants, such as vitamin E, vitamin C and beta-carotene, may help in scavenging free radicals generated during the initiation and progression of this [Alzheimer’s] disease. But we found Ashwagandha afforded lipid peroxidation inhibitory effects more potent than commercial antioxidants.</em>”<br />
Researchers at the <a href="http://www.nbrc.ac.in/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #007ba5;">National Brain Research Centre</span></a> found that mice with alzheimer’s were unable to retain what they learned, but after 20 days of supplementing with ashwagandha, this improved significantly. The results of the study found:<br />
A reduction in amyloid plaques (these cause degradation of the brain)<br />
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There is also now, evidence that ashwagandha is effective at treating both anxiety and depression. In fact, in a recent study it’s results were comparable to common pharmaceutical drugs lorazepam and imipramine without the side effects.<br />
In the 12-week controlled study, 87 participants with anxiety were given 300mg of ashwagandha two times a day or two placebo pills two times per day. The group treated with ashwagandha resulted in much greater improvements in anxiety as well as focus, reduced stress, and decreased fatigue than the placebo group.<br />
The other major benefit of ashwagandha is that there are no adverse reactions by taking it compared to anti-depressant and anti-anxiety medications which can have terrible side effects.<br />
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<span style="color: teal;"><strong>Ashwagandha Usage</strong></span></h3>
As you can see, ashwagandha is an <a href="http://thyroidnation.com/adaptogenic-herbs-interaction-medications/" target="_blank" title="Adaptogenic Herbs And Their Interaction With Medications"><span style="color: #007ba5;">adaptogenic</span></a> superstar that can have some tremendous health benefits. I recommend supplementing with 500mg 1-2x daily along with following a diet high in healthy fats, protein, and fiber as well as removing grains and <a href="http://thyroidnation.com/sugar-addicts-come-clean/" target="_blank" title="Sugar Addicts Come Clean"><span style="color: #007ba5;">sugars</span></a> from your diet.<br />
These dietary changes along with supplementing with ashwagandha can help you see great results in aging slower, reducing stress, balancing hormones, boosting energy and metabolism, and improving neurological health.<br />
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<span style="color: #00ccff;"><em><span style="font-size: 14pt;"><b>Dr. Josh Axe</b></span></em></span><b> </b>is an expert in nutrition and natural medicine and the author of the real food diet and founder of the burstfit interval fitness program. He has worked with many professional and olympic level athletes and operates one of the largest health websites in the world with <a href="http://www.draxe.com/" style="color: #812570; font-weight: bold;" target="_blank">DrAxe.com</a>. Dr. Axe is a board certified clinical nutritionist and has earned his CNS from the <a href="http://americancollegeofnutrition.org/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #007ba5;">American College of Nutrition</span></a>. Find him on <a href="https://www.facebook.com/DrJoshAxe" target="_blank"><span style="color: #007ba5;">Facebook</span></a>, <a href="https://twitter.com/drjoshaxe" target="_blank"><span style="color: #007ba5;">Twitter</span></a> and <a href="https://www.pinterest.com/draxe/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #007ba5;">Pinterest</span></a><br />
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<b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike><br />SWAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15958570544792695728noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3099576869362801899.post-91510387091664450152016-03-31T21:43:00.002-07:002016-04-07T13:15:08.661-07:00Senna Benefits and Information<div style="background-color: white; box-sizing: border-box; margin: 22px 0px 20px;">
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "open sans" , "helvetica neue" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span style="line-height: 30.8px;"><b>Senna (Senna Alexandrina)</b></span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "open sans" , "helvetica neue" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; font-size: large;"><span style="line-height: 30.8px;"><b>Senna Benefits</b></span></span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "open sans" , "helvetica neue" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 30.8px;">Senna is a herb that is generally used for its laxative properties. Senna formerly, plants in Cassia (genus)is also known as wild senna, cassia marilandica, or locust plant. It works by interacting with the bacteria in the digestive track, resulting in intestinal contractions. These contractions are caused by the anthraquinone that is contained in senna. These dimeric glycosides anthraquinone derivatives are known as Senna glycosides or sennosides. They are named after their abundant occurrence in these plants of the genus Senna. The main forms of these glycosides are often referred to by: A, B, C & D. Both leaves and pods of the senna plant are used for their laxative effects. The pods are less potent than the leaves.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "open sans" , "helvetica neue" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 30.8px;"><br /></span></span> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: "open sans" , "helvetica neue" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 30.8px;"> Senna is found in many tropical countries. The plant has been used in India for thousands of years as a laxative. It can be found in capsule and tablet form, tea bags and loose tea, as well as liquid extracts. The undiluted dried root can be found in health food stores.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "open sans" , "helvetica neue" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 30.8px;">How Does Senna Work?</span></span></h3>
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "open sans" , "helvetica neue" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif; line-height: 30.8px;">Senna contains glycosides, which are a group of organic compounds that are commonly found in plants. These compounds work as a laxative by smoothing the muscles as digested food moves through the intestines. This helps to enhance the stool volume and move it out of the colon. The process is caused by the chain of fatty acids that promote digestion, fermentation, and successfully converting the glycosides into a purgative agent.</span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "open sans" , "helvetica neue" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 30.8px;">How to Use Senna </span></span><img alt="Image result for senna leaf" 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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "open sans" , "helvetica neue" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 30.8px;">Senna is the ingredient in the commercial laxative suppository called Senokot. The suppositories are inserted into the rectum for constipation relief.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "open sans" , "helvetica neue" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 30.8px;"><br /></span></span> <span style="color: #444444; font-family: "open sans" , "helvetica neue" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 30.8px;">Many people like to take herbal preparations in the form of a tea. Senna tea comes in teabags and can be found in health food stores, but some people like to use the loose leaves of Senna and brew the tea themselves. Steep the leaves in a pot of boiling water for approximately ten minutes. The leaves can also be put in cold water and steeped for 10 to 12 hours. Using cold water to steep the leaves will leave less resin in the tea, so the chances of abdominal cramping will be reduced. Regardless of the method used, once the tea is ready, strain and drink. When relieving constipation with Senna tea, it will take up to 12 hours to get relief. It is recommended to take before bedtime, so that relief can occur in the morning.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "open sans" , "helvetica neue" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 30.8px;">A common preparation is to boil 100 grams of the tea leaves in distilled water with 5 grams of fresh ginger that has been sliced. Cover and steep for 15 minutes, strain, and drink while hot. Make only the amount to drink, as the Senna tea gets stronger if it sits, and can lead to abdominal cramping. Other carminative herbs that mix well with Senna are peppermint and fennel. When sensitive stomachs are an issue, making the tea from the Senna pod rather than the leaves produces a milder tea as the pods are less potent than the leaves.</span></span><br />
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<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "open sans" , "helvetica neue" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 30.8px;">When using Senna tea, never drink it for more than seven consecutive days. Also, it should not be used by pregnant women or if the women are nursing. Do not give Senna tea to children under 12 years of age.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "open sans" , "helvetica neue" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 30.8px;">Senna is a relatively strong laxative, and should be taken in moderation only for the period when a cure is needed. It has been known to be habit forming, so it should not be used daily. If constipation is extreme, medical attention should be sought. Do not continue to use Senna as a way to prevent constipation from occurring.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "open sans" , "helvetica neue" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 30.8px;">There are times when Senna should not be taken. People suffering from intestinal blockage, Crohn’s disease, ulcerative colitis, hemorrhoids, or ulcers should not take Senna. Anyone on heart medication of any kind should consult their physician before taking Senna, as is can interfere with the medications and cause irregularities in the heart. Senna should not be taken if taking a diuretic because it can result in an excessive depletion of potassium from the body.</span></span><br />
<span style="color: #444444; font-family: "open sans" , "helvetica neue" , "helvetica" , "arial" , sans-serif;"><span style="line-height: 30.8px;">Sometimes diarrhea can occur when taking Senna. Always start with a lesser dose until the body’s response to the effects of Senna is known.</span></span></div>
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SWAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15958570544792695728noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3099576869362801899.post-79517988356045527742016-03-31T20:08:00.000-07:002016-05-17T20:56:51.280-07:00Fenugreek: What Is It and What Is It Good For?I first heard of Fenugreek over 20 years ago when I had my third child. I was a nursing mom. and I believed strongly (still do ) in the use of herbal remedies. I was told Fenugreek would bring my breast milk in fuller and richer. It was also good to drink when a baby got sick as it gets rid of mucous off a sick child's chest. It was my go too and really worked. Worked so much that my milk was overflowing..lol. It really did help my baby with colds and fever. I recommended it to anyone having issues with milk production and who had a sick baby.<br />
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Fast forward to the present. Fenugreek has many more uses. It is rich in minerals, used for glycemic control in diabetics, inhibits the growth of some cancer cells and much more. The following article gives more detailed information about the benefits of Fenugreek.<br />
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<i>Fenugreek Nutrition Facts</i><br />
<i>Botanical name: Trigonella foenum-graecum</i><br />
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Fenugreek is one of the oldest cultivated medicinal plants native to southern Europe and Asia. The name itself has an exotic ring, and it should, as widely traveled as it is. A very popular plant grown throughout Mediterranean regions, Argentina, North Africa, France, India, and the U.S., fenugreek is mentioned in detail in Egyptian papyrus writings circa 1500 B.C. Because it’s been used in so many cultures, this is one herb with a lot of different monikers: bird’s foot, Greek hay, and bockshornsame are a few.<br />
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An annual plant about two feet tall, this herb is also considered a legume. It produces light green leaves similar to clover, small white flowers, and long pods each containing 10 to 20 small, hard, golden-brown seeds. The seeds have a pungent aroma and fairly bitter taste, described as similar to burnt celery.<br />
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While it’s also known for dying textiles, fenugreek’s many food uses – not to mention curative aspects – indicate how versatile this plant and its derivatives can be. The tender leaves and shoots can be added to salad greens, and the extract is used for marinades as well as imitation vanilla, butterscotch, rum, and maple syrup flavoring.<br />
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Ground to a fine powder, fenugreek seeds are a favorite ingredient in Indian curries, but can add tasty pizzazz to any bland dish. Fenugreek seeds also make it onto the ingredient list in everything. They’re even roasted and ground to make coffee.<br />
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After purchasing, fenugreek can be stored in a cool, dry place for up to six months.<br />
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Fenugreek seeds are rich in minerals such as iron, potassium, calcium, selenium, copper, zinc, manganese and magnesium. In the vitamin department, it contains thiamin, folic acid, riboflavin, pyridoxine (vitamin B6), niacin, and vitamins A and C. There are also polysaccharides: saponins, hemicellulose, mucilage, tannin, and pectin, which help lower LDL (bad) cholesterol levels by discouraging bile salts from absorbing into the colon, while at the same time binding to toxins so they can be escorted from the body. The amino acid 4-hydroxy isoleucine in the seeds helps lower rate of glucose absorption in the intestines, which lowers blood sugar levels in patients with diabetes.<br />
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It’s notable that 100 grams of fenugreek seeds contain about 323 calories, and that the fiber content is quite high, which may have something to do with one traditional use for this product in the Middle East – to gain weight. Areas of the Middle East and North Africa are noted for grinding the seeds into a paste to be taken with sugar and olive oil. The seeds also add to digestive bulk, which helps prevent constipation. The paste is also applied topically to fight infection and inflammation in wounds, and the herb portion is used to treat diarrhea and stomach ulcers.<br />
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Fenugreek contains choline, which studies show may not only help slow mental aging, but also calm PMS and symptoms of menopause. Fenugreek is also considered an aphrodisiac, and plenty of studies tout its ability to increase libido in men.<br />
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There are also those who attribute to fenugreek the ability to promote breast growth in women, although no studies prove it decisively. But another key compound, diosgenin, has been shown to increase milk flow, which makes this herb very popular among breastfeeding mothers. However, fenugreek can cause uterine contractions, so it’s advised that pregnant women avoid fenugreek in any form.<br />
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Research also indicates that the diosgenin in fenugreek may play an important part in inhibiting several types of cancer.<br />
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<i>Serving Size: One oz. of fenugreek (28 grams)</i><br />
<i>Amt. Per Serving</i><br />
<i>Calories ............................................................................................................</i><i>71</i><br />
<i>Carbohydrates ..................................................................................................</i><i>18 g</i><br />
<i>Fiber ...................................................................................................................</i><i>7 g</i><br />
<i>Protein ...............................................................................................................</i><i>3 g</i><br />
<i>Fat .....................................................................................................................</i><i>1 g</i><br />
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A double blind placebo controlled study was conducted on 25 newly diagnosed patients with type 2 diabetes to determine the effects of fenugreek seeds on glycemic control and insulin resistance in mild to moderate type 2 diabetes mellitus. After two months, blood glucose levels as well as insulin were significantly lower.<br />
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The conclusion: the use of fenugreek seeds improves glycemic control and decreases insulin resistance in mild type 2 diabetic patients, with a favorable effect on hypertriglyceridemia (associated with an increased risk of cardiovascular events and acute pancreatitis) as well.1<br />
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In another study, scientists demonstrated that fenugreek seed extract (FE) are cytotoxic in vitro to certain cancers, but not normal cells. Treatment with 10-15 ug/mL of FE for 72 hours inhibited the growth of breast, pancreatic and prostate cancer cell lines, at least in part due to induction of cell death. Researchers noted that fenugreek is one of many “dietary components” with therapeutic potential.2<br />
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<b>Fenugreek Healthy Recipes: Red Lentils with Fenugreek or Methi Dal</b><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> 1 Tbsp. coconut oil or ghee (clarified butter)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> ½ tsp. cumin seeds </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> 1 Thai chili or jalapeno, slit </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> 1 small onion, diced </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> 1 Tbsp. minced ginger </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> 1 Tbsp. minced garlic </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> 1 cup red lentils </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> 3/4 tsp. ground turmeric </span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> 1 cup fresh fenugreek leaves (or substitute 2 Tbsp. dried fenugreek)</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"> 1 Tbsp. lemon juice </span><br />
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<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;"><br /></span> <span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Heat oil in a medium saucepan. Add cumin and chili into oil. When the cumin sizzles, add onion and sauté on medium heat until onion is soft. Add ginger and garlic and cook for 2 more minutes.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Add lentils and turmeric to saucepan and stir. Pour in 4 cups of water and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, cover and simmer until lentils are cooked - about 12 minutes.</span><br />
<span style="font-family: "arial" , "helvetica" , sans-serif;">Meanwhile, wash fenugreek leaves and tender stems, discarding the rest. Measure 1 cup of fenugreek greens to stir into the dal for 2 minutes toward the end of cooking. Stir in lemon juice, and salt. Use as a topping over seasoned basmati rice or rice noodles. </span><br />
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Being one of the spices used by ancient Egyptians in their embalming ceremonies, prolonged ingestion of fenugreek is widely noted for its ability to change the odor of perspiration and urine to smell like maple syrup.<br />
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An ancient herb from Asia and Southern Europe, fenugreek leaves and seeds are loaded with vitamins and minerals. These are valuable for their use not only in foods, but also in traditional and modern medicine around the world.<br />
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One of fenugreek’s basic herbal uses is to stimulate milk production in breastfeeding women, as well as inducing childbirth, containing phytoestrogens or plant chemicals similar to the female sex hormone estrogen. Other uses include relieving digestive problems and menopausal symptoms, but lately it’s had a resurgence in interest as an aphrodisiac. Fenugreek is also used as a remedy applied to the skin to treat infections and inflammation.<br />
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Roasting and grinding of fenugreek seeds are advised before food use. Studies show it not only has the ability to lower blood sugar levels but fight cancer. Try grinding a few tablespoons into your next stir fry or soup. You might discover a new secret ingredient.<br />
<b><br /></b> <b>Other sources:</b><br />
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<span style="font-size: x-small;">https://nccih.nih.gov/health/fenugreek</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">http://www.breastfeedingonline.com/fenugreek.shtml</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">http://www.aafp.org/afp/2007/0501/p1365.html</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">http://margaret.healthblogs.org/?s=fenugreek</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">http://www.foodreference.com/html/artfenugreek.html</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">http://www.naturalnews.com/036020_fenugreek_aphrodisiac_testosterone.html</span><br />
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<b>References:</b><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;"><br /></span> <span style="font-size: x-small;">1 http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/11868855, Effect of Trigonella foenum-graecum (fenugreek) seeds on glycaemic control and insulin resistance in type 2 diabetes mellitus: a double blind placebo controlled study, Jan. 2013</span><br />
<span style="font-size: x-small;">2 http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/19197146, Fenugreek: a naturally occurring edible spice as an anticancer agent, Jan. 2013</span></div>
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<b>I recently ran out of my thyroid medication. I was in pain for days, when the grandmother ( visiting form Jamaica) of a friend of mine told me to get some Guinea Hen Weed. I heard in the past that it was good for you. It is one of the many herbs I have in my pantry in tea bag form, but have never used yet. So I decided to steep a cup. <br /><br /><br />Well, I certainly felt an immediate difference. I wasn't in as much pain and I did feel a slight boost in energy and it is probably why I can't sleep now . So maybe one should refrain from taking it before bed. I figure while I am up , let me look up this Guinea Hen Weed. I was pleasantly surprised to see it is a cancer fighter, helps with diabetes, a stimulant to the immune system, and a pain reliever and much more . It explains why I feel the way I do after drinking a cup. I can imagine if I had the actual Plant instead of the tea bag I would feel stronger effects. (Warning: Do not take if pregnant). <br /><br />Here is an article I found from The Jamaican Gleaner about this wonderful herb.</b><br />
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GUINEA HEN weed, known to South Americans as anamu, is a herb that is indigenous to induce abortion in the Amazon rainforest and the tropical areas of the Caribbean, Central and South America and Africa. Its botanical name isPetiveria alliacea. In Jamaica, it has several names - guinea hen weed, guinea hen leaf, garlic weed or gully root.<br />
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Anamu has a long history of use in herbal medicine in all the countries where it grows. Herbalists and natural health practitioners have traditionally used anamu for a wide variety of conditions including arthritis, digestive disorders, infections, diabetes, cancer, pain relief and even to induce abortions.<br />
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Over the past quarter of a century, however, modern scientific research has studied anamu intensively and many biologically active compounds have been discovered in the plant: flavanoids, triterpenes, steroids, and sulfur compounds. The research published on anamu now validates many of the historical uses of this herb.<br />
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Interestingly, the researchers found that of the 20 compounds isolated from the plant - several of which had never been identified in nature before - some were similar to compounds found in garlic, a plant known to have medicinal properties.<br />
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Anamu kills cancer cells - Laboratory investigations show that anamu retards the growth of several strains of cancer and leukemia cells. In a plant screening programme performed at the University of Illinois at Chicago, more than 1,400 plant extracts were evaluated for the prevention and treatment of cancer. Anamu was one of only 34 plants identified with active properties specifically against cancer.<br />
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How does anamu work against cancer?<br />
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Several phytochemicals in anamu like astilbin and dibenzyl trisulphide have been documented to directly kill cancer cells. Research showed further that the compounds in anamu were able to differentiate between normal cells and cancer cells, killing only the cancerous cells. In addition, other substances in the herb stimulate the body's natural defences as described below.<br />
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Anamu stimulates the immune system - Anamu has also been verified to have immunostimulant properties. It stimulates the immune system to increase its production of lymphocytes and natural killer cells - powerful disease-destroying cells. At the same time, it increases the production of interferon and interleukins - substances naturally produced by the immune system in fighting cancers and infections.<br />
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Anamu fights infections - It demonstrates broad spectrum antimicrobial properties against numerous bacteria, viruses, fungi and yeast. Compounds in anamu directly kill and or inhibits the growth of these germs. Interestingly, many alternative medicine practitioners believe that infection plays a major role in many cancers. Anamu is widely used in folk medicine for treating infections.<br />
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Anamu relieves pain - Its traditional use as a remedy for arthritis and rheumatism has been validated by clinical research that confirms its pain relieving and anti-inflammatory effect. Researchers in Sweden demonstrated its COX-1 inhibitory properties (cyclooxogenase-1 inhibitors are a new class of popular and profitable arthritis drugs). Anamu extracts have been found to relieve pain and inflammation even when applied topically to the skin.<br />
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Anamu lowers blood sugar - While anamu has not been widely researched for diabetes, it had been documented to lower blood sugar levels by more than 60 per cent in laboratory animals. This reflects herbal medical practice in Cuba where anamu has been used as an aid for diabetes for many years.<br />
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Contradictions to anamu<br />
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Anamu has been found to cause contractions of the uterus that can lead to abortions and miscarriages. As such, it should not be used by pregnant women.<br />
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Anamu contains a low concentration of a blood thinner called coumadin. People with any bleeding disorder like hemophilia or who are on blood thinning medication should consult their health-care provider before using anamu.<br />
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Directions for use<br />
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I recommend using organically grown anamu herb, free of insecticides, herbicides and other pollution.<br />
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One heaping tablespoonful of the whole powdered anamu plant is diffused in one litre of hot water. The resulting tea is drunk preferably on an empty stomach. An average dosage is four ounces (about half a cup) twice daily.<br />
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My experience<br />
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I myself was introduced to anamu by a Jamaican oncologist, (a doctor specialising in treating cancer), who had seen good results in some of her patients who used this herb. I thank her for her generosity in sharing the information. I had also heard impressive stories from Jamaican men with prostate cancer who had benefited from its use.<br />
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After doing my own research, I now use it regularly in my practice and find it to be a useful, safe, inexpensive addition to a cancer-treatment programme, as well as in the treatment of the other conditions listed above.<br />
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Reminder and warning<br />
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Many persons are desperately looking for a quick fix - a magic bullet that will miraculously cure their illness. The reality is that there is no quick fix. Like so many useful herbs, anamu will give best results when combined with optimal nutrition, nutritional supplements, exercise, detoxification, stress management and adequate restful sleep.<br />
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It must be a part of a programme of healthy lifestyles. It may also be used along with conventional medicines without disturbing their effects. If you have a serious medical condition, do not self medicate without the assistance and guidance of a qualified health practitioner.<br />
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<span style="font-family: "verdana" , sans-serif;">The brains of the elderly and younger people with autism and schizophrenia may share a common link: Both have low levels of vitamin B12, researchers say.<br /><br />The facts that blood levels of B12 do not always mirror brain levels of the vitamin, and that brain levels decrease more over the years than blood levels, may imply that various types of neurological diseases — such as old-age dementia and the disorders of autism and schizophrenia — could be related to poor uptake of <a href="http://www.livescience.com/47398-vitamin-b12-deficiency-supplements.html">vitamin B12</a> from the blood into the brain, the scientists said.<br /><br /><br />The findings, reported last month in the journal PLOS ONE, support an emerging theory that the human brain uses vitamin B12 in a tightly regulated manner to control gene expression and to spur neurological development at key points during life, from the brain's high-growth periods during fetal development and early childhood, through the <a href="http://www.livescience.com/17938-teens-prone-addiction-mental-illness.html">refining of neural networks in adolescence</a>, and then into middle and old age.<br /><br />Vitamin B12, also called cobalamin, plays a crucial role in blood formation and the normal functioning of the nervous system. The vitamin is found in foods derived from animal sources, although some plant-based foods can be fortified with B12. [<a href="http://www.livescience.com/35320-best-foods-brain-health.html">6 Foods That Are Good For Your Brain</a>]<br /><br />In the new study, scientists led by Richard Deth, a professor of<a href="http://www.livescience.com/53675-vitamin-b12-aging-autism-schizophrenia.html#">pharmacology<img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/proxy/AVvXsEgoxjJyvUoA9w1_qKWNmtqaNny9cvYNFFWbED3Bl8NdgIUEvY4grnbYr3Cx247tsp4cq_yl5S-Qrjbsn2My4PenEwG2RueeUfdwkTECRUxuFwMJutOy7sNoQSTAaXrGpn-30O-JO8YacBVCvwQRGkdO590=" /></a> at Nova Southeastern University in Fort Lauderdale, Florida, examined the brains of more than 60 deceased individuals, ranging in age from a fetus in a late stage of gestation to 80 years. The study included 12 people who had autism and nine with schizophrenia.<br /><br />This is the first study to compare the levels of vitamin B12 in the brain across the human lifetime, Deth told Live Science. The vitamin B12 levels in the brain were 10 times lower in the oldest people compared with the youngest, reflecting a gradual, natural, and consistent decline over the years.<br /><br />For the elderly, this decline might not be a bad thing. Lower levels at advanced ages may offer some <a href="http://www.livescience.com/53675-vitamin-b12-aging-autism-schizophrenia.html#">degree<img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/proxy/AVvXsEgoxjJyvUoA9w1_qKWNmtqaNny9cvYNFFWbED3Bl8NdgIUEvY4grnbYr3Cx247tsp4cq_yl5S-Qrjbsn2My4PenEwG2RueeUfdwkTECRUxuFwMJutOy7sNoQSTAaXrGpn-30O-JO8YacBVCvwQRGkdO590=" /></a> of brain protection by slowing cellular reactions and the production of DNA-damaging chemicals called free radicals, Deth said. In previous work with his colleague Yiting Zhang of Northeastern University in Boston, Deth found that the body's creation of biologically active forms of vitamin B12 produces free radicals as a waste product.<br /><br />But levels of B12 that are too low can be detrimental. "At some point, an extreme decrease in metabolism…is not compatible with cell survival," Deth said. Similarly, lower vitamin B12 levels can have negative consequences for people of younger ages, as the brain is still developing. Deth's group found that the levels of vitamin B12 in the brains of <a href="http://www.livescience.com/46641-parents-of-kids-with-autism-traits.html">young people with autism</a> and in middle-age people with schizophrenia were about one-third of the levels found in similarly aged people who did not have these neurological conditions.<br /><br />The people in the study <a href="http://www.livescience.com/34704-autism-symptoms-diagnosis-and-treatments.html">with autism</a>, who were all under age 10, had levels similar to those found in a 57-year-old. It's not clear what these low levels imply, but the uptake of too little B12 might hinder the brain's ability to establish important neural connections between regions, Deth said.<br /><br />Those with schizophrenia, all between ages 36 and 49, had levels similar to those found in a 72-year-old. Although their brains were mature by this age, the below-normal level may have manifested itself during adolescence, when the seeds of <a href="http://www.livescience.com/53502-schizophrenia-gene-c4.html">schizophrenia are thought to take root</a>. But even in middle age, the lower levels may contribute to a loss of previously normal function, Deth said.<br /><br />Daniel Smith, a neurologist and vice president of innovative technology at Autism Speaks, an autism advocacy group based in New York that sponsors autism research, who was not involved in this research, said the study was interesting and worth pursuing further. However, he noted that the study remains speculative in its hypothesis that vitamin B12 deficiencies at a cellular level lead to changes associated with the<a href="http://www.livescience.com/52790-autism-spectrum-disorder-prevalence-us-2014.html">autism spectrum</a> of brain traits.<br /><br />Numerous studies have searched for an association between vitamin deficiencies and neurological disorders. There has been no definitive study, however, indicating that autism and schizophrenia can be caused by a deficiency or treated through vitamin supplementation.<br /><br />In fact, a study published last year in the Journal of the Academy of Nutrition and Dietetic found that few children with autism benefit from vitamin supplements and may be at risk for overdosing.<br /><br /><br /><br />Follow Christopher Wanjek <a href="https://twitter.com/wanjek">@wanjek</a> for daily tweets on health and science with a humorous edge. Wanjek is the author of "Food at Work" and "Bad Medicine." His column, <a href="http://www.livescience.com/topics/bad-medicine">Bad Medicine</a>, appears regularly on Live Science.</span>
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Put some baking soda on a used nail brush and use it to scrub your nails to remove grime and nail fungus.</div>
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Make a mixture out of: 3 tbs. baking soda, 1 tbs. peppermint essential oil, 1 tbs. salt and warm water. Use this mixture to soak your hands and feet for 20 minutes, to relieve itching, soreness and odor.</div>
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Mix a baking soda with water and use it to gargle with it. It will make your breath fresh.</div>
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Use it as toothpaste. Sprinkle some baking soda on your toothbrush and brush your teeth with it. It’s the best home remedy for teeth whitening.</div>
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You can use baking soda scrub to remove excess facial oil and dead skin cells on your face. You need to mix 1tbs. baking soda with 1 tsp. water and use it to gently scrub your face.</div>
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You can use baking soda to relieve bee stings, insect bites, itching from poison ivy, oak, etc.</div>
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Make a baking soda-water mixture and apply it to canker sores and herpes. It will dry them out very fast.</div>
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You need to mix ½ tsp. baking soda with 2 tbs. of fresh lemon juice or organic apple cider vinegar. You should use a bigger cup to make this mixture, because it will fizz. Wait until the bubbling stops and then add 8 oz. water. You have to drink this remedy all at once. This mixture will neutralize the pH, it will help you relieve acid reflux and create and alkaline-forming environment in your body.</div>
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You can also use baking soda to relieve heartburn and GERD symptoms. All you have to do is mix ½ tsp. baking soda with 16 oz. water.</div>
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In his book, Sodium Bicarbonate, Dr. Mark Sircus explains the findings of Dr. Simoncini, which are related with cancer overgrowth and explores alternative treatments with baking soda. Dr. Mark explains that if you wish to prevent systematic fungal infections and protect yourselves from diabetes and cancer, you should use a mixture of baking soda and molasses.</div>
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Mix baking soda and water and gargle with it. It will remove all the oral thrush.</div>
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Drink 8 oz. water mixed with ½ tsp. baking soda, twice a day. It will help you treat urinary tract infection.</div>
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You can also use baking soda mixture with lemon juice or apple cider vinegar to relieve a thrombosis.</div>
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Douche with a mixture of 1 tbs. baking soda mixed with warm water to kill Candida yeast and stop itching.</div>
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Baking soda remedies should not be used by pregnant or nursing women or children under the age of 5. You should be very careful when you use baking soda. Even though is safe when it’s used as directed, still, baking soda can cause some undesired side effects, especially when it interacts with prescription medications. That’s why you have to consult your doctor before you start using these baking soda home remedies. Another important thing you should know is that you can use baking soda after it’s been dissolved in liquid, never in its dry form. You should not use baking soda home remedies if you are on a low sodium diet, because it may deplete your body of essential vitamins and minerals. Also remember, don’t use baking soda remedies more than 14 days without consulting your doctor.</div>
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<span style="font-size: small; font-weight: normal;">Autoimmune diseases include various conditions in which your immune system attacks healthy cells because it is unable to differentiate them from harmful foreign entities like bacteria.</span><br />
<a href="http://www.top10homeremedies.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/10/autoimmune-diseases.jpg" style="clear: left; float: left; margin-bottom: 1em; margin-right: 1em;"><img src="https://blogger.googleusercontent.com/img/proxy/AVvXsEhjXRqmRy-w1CNtrTCIaMokRSryHhOxNK7Pw3em5FNuPnQsNSbPWENy09M5cVYN4y2lYFsO0cz-qKH4x5wJeEwdS-L07GeIrj5g-p01R4sfs2A6xksooGqdvt2s_fDVUMSVAtq8tEwF5FEakWf0c9PrPVXGW3I0Nqr_QdIe9pRkiVICiQ18nL-B4odD1cEOeX7cD_3cE-dT=" /></a><span style="font-size: small; font-weight: normal;">The exact cause of this problem is still unknown. At times, the problem is triggered when a micro-organism or drug alters the behavior of immune cells. When these cells produce more cells, they collectively attack your healthy cells, causing an autoimmune disease.<br /><br />Sometimes, the disease takes root in a particular organ. For instance, your immune system may attack your thyroid, which is usually diagnosed as Grave’s disease. (or Hashimotos Thyroiditis)<br /><br />If it attacks your gastrointestinal tract, you may be diagnosed with a disease such as Crohn’s disease or ulcerative colitis.<br /><br />Other times, the disease attacks a particular protein found throughout your body. When this happens, you may be diagnosed with a disease such as rheumatoid arthritis or ankylosing spondylitis. Inflammation is a huge, and often highly uncomfortable, side effect of these autoimmune diseases.<br /><br />A conversation often skipped in the management of such diseases is natural home remedies.<br /><br /><br /><br />Here are the top 10 home remedies for autoimmune diseases.<br /> 1. Turmeric<br /><br />Turmeric contains a substance called curcumin that suppresses inflammation-boosting enzymes in autoimmune diseases like arthritis, Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis.<br /><br />In a 2005 study published in Digestive Diseases and Sciences, 5 patients with Crohn’s disease and 5 patients with ulcerative colitis consumed pure curcumin doses.<br /><br />Colitis patients showed reduced dependence on medication. Crohn’s disease patients showed reduced intensity of the disease.<br /> Boil 1 cup of milk and add ½ teaspoon of turmeric powder in it. Allow it to simmer for a few minutes. Drink this daily before bed.<br /> Alternatively, take 500 mg turmeric supplements 3 times daily. However, consult your doctor first.<br /> Additionally, add turmeric in your meals.<br /> 2. Ginger<br /><br />The anti-inflammatory properties in ginger can also help in dealing with autoimmune diseases. <a href="http://www.top10homeremedies.com/kitchen-ingredients/10-health-benefits-of-ginger.html">It helps reduce inflammation</a> which is a common problem in autoimmune diseases.<br /> Heat 1 to 1½ cup of water and 1 teaspoon of grated ginger or ginger slices to it. Let it simmer for 5 to 10 minutes. Strain it and add lemon juice and honey for taste. Drink this tea 2 or 3 times a day.<br /> Also, add ginger in your cooking.<br /> 3. Coconut Oil<br /><br />A 2010 study published in Pharmaceutical Biology reports that virgin coconut oil is especially high in anti-inflammatory and analgesic (pain-relieving) properties.<br /><br />This makes it a highly effective treatment for inflammatory autoimmune diseases like ulcerative colitis, Crohn’s disease and spondylitis.<br /><br />A 2008 study published in the Scandinavian Journal of Gastroenterology notes that Crohn’s disease and ulcerative colitis patients report excessive fungus buildup in their digestive tracts that further causes inflammation.<br /><br />Coconut oil contains lauric acid that fights this inflammatory and disease-promoting bacteria buildup in these diseases. Furthermore, coconut oil contains fatty acids that promote metabolism in patients with Hashimoto thyroid.<br /> Consume 2 to 3 tablespoons of virgin coconut oil daily to combat inflammation.<br /> Additionally for arthritis and spondylitis pain, topically massage the affected areas with warm coconut oil 2 or 3 times every day to increase lubrication and reduce stiffness. Apply a heating pad after the massage for further relief.<br /> 4. Aloe Vera<br /><br />Aloe vera contains lupeol and salicylic acid that have an analgesic (pain-relieving) effect, as well as certain chemical compounds, such as fatty acids that have an anti-inflammatory effect in arthritis, according to a 2014 study published in the Journal of Autoimmune Diseases and Rheumatology.<br /><br />Furthermore, <a href="http://www.top10homeremedies.com/diy-homemade/diy-aloe-vera-juice-smoothie.html">aloe vera helps regulate metabolism</a>. Hence, it may prove effective in Grave’s disease and Hashimoto thyroid.<br /> Cut an aloe plant leaf in half lengthwise and scoop out the gel into a bowl.<br /> Put a glass of water and 2 tablespoons each of the extracted aloe gel and lemon juice in a blender.<br /> Blend the mixture on high for 1 minute.<br /> Drink the amount of juice that your doctor recommends.<br /> <br /><br />Note: Since increased consumption of aloe vera can upset the gut, it is important to consult your doctor to determine the quantity of aloe juice you can consume daily.<br /> 5. Pineapple<br /><br />Pineapple contains a class of enzymes called bromelain that has terrific anti-inflammatory properties.<br /><br />A 2005 study published in Clinical Immunology, two patients of ulcerative colitis whose disease had remained largely unaffected by conventional medical therapies reported remission when they consumed a daily dose of pure bromelain.<br /><br />The bromelain found in pineapples also provided relief in other inflammatory autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and spinal spondylitis.<br /> Peel and dice a fresh pineapple into small pieces, refrigerate it for 15 to 20 minutes and eat it daily.<br /> Alternatively, put 1 fresh pineapple (peeled and diced) and 15 pieces of turmeric root (3 inches each) in a juicer. Juice it on high for 1 minute. Drink this juice 3 times daily to reduce inflammation.<br /> <br /><br />Note: If you have stomach ulcers and or take blood-thinners (aspirin, warfarin and others), avoid consuming pineapple or pure bromelain extract as it could interact with these drugs.<br /> 6. Fish Oil<br /><br />Fish oil contains essential fatty acids with anti-inflammatory benefits. It alleviates joint pain and stiffness and even reduces dependency on medication in patients with rheumatoid arthritis.<br /><br />A 2000 study published in The Journal of Rheumatology notes that daily fish-oil supplementation reduced symptoms in rheumatoid arthritis patients.<br /><br />Spinal spondylitis patients can also benefit from it. A 2006 study published in Surgical Neurology declared fish oil a safe anti-inflammatory treatment for neck and back pain.<br /><br />The use of fish oil also has anti-inflammatory benefits in patients with ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease, although it does not maintain their remission, according to a 2014 study published in the World Journal of Clinical Cases. It may also cause gastrointestinal discomfort in Crohn’s disease patients.<br /> Consume 1 to 2 teaspoons of fish oil every day.<br /> Alternatively, take a 500 mg fish oil capsule daily.<br /> For rheumatoid arthritis and spondylitis pain, you can also add 5 drops of fish oil to a warm bath and soak in it 3 times weekly.<br /> </span></div>
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7. Cayenne Pepper <br />
Mix together 1 teaspoon each of cayenne pepper and organic honey. Consume 2 to 3 spoonfuls daily. <br />
Alternatively, mix ½ teaspoon of cayenne pepper in a glass of water and drink it daily. <br />
Additionally, in case of problems like rheumatoid arthritis and spondylitis pain, mix 2 tablespoons of cayenne pepper in ½ cup of coconut oil. Apply the mixture on the affected joints 2 or 3 times daily for relief. 8. Apple Cider Vinegar <br />
Mix 1 tablespoon of organic apple cider vinegar in a glass of hot water. <br />
Add 1 slice of ginger root and allow it to steep for 5 minutes. <br />
Mix in 1 teaspoon of organic honey. <br />
Consume this twice daily. 9. Cinnamon <br />
Mix 1 teaspoon each of cinnamon powder and a little organic honey in a glass of warm water and drink it daily. <br />
Additionally for relief in rheumatoid arthritis and spondylitis, mix 1 teaspoon of cinnamon powder in 5 teaspoons of honey. Apply it on the affected areas 2 or 3 times daily. 10. Oregano Oil <br />
Using a dropper, mix 3 or 4 drops of oregano oil in a glass of water or juice. Drink it 3 times daily. <br />
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Additionally for rheumatoid arthritis and spondylitis, mix 1 or 2 drops of pure oregano oil in 1 teaspoon of coconut oil and apply it on your aching body parts. <br />
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Cayenne pepper <a href="http://www.top10homeremedies.com/superfoods/top-10-superfoods-curb-chronic-pain.html">contains a pain-relieving substance called capsaicin</a>.<br />
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When you consume cayenne pepper or apply it topically, the capsaicin inhibits the activity of a chemical in your body responsible for transmitting pain signals to the brain.<br />
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For this reason, cayenne pepper is effective for rheumatoid arthritis and spinal spondylitis pain. It also improves overall blood circulation that further lubricates the stiff back and joints.<br />
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Note: Although it is anti-inflammatory, capsaicin increases intestine permeability and makes it easier for bacteria to enter the gut, making its consumption harmful for those with ulcerative colitis or Crohn’s disease.<br />
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Apple cider vinegar is also beneficial for autoimmune diseases. It contains vitamin B5 (pantothenic acid) that helps reduce swelling and inflammation. The calcium, manganese, potassium and phosphorus in it further eases joint pain.<br />
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Apple cider vinegar also accelerates metabolism, thereby proving beneficial for people with Grave’s disease.<br />
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Although it is popularly used as a <a href="http://www.top10homeremedies.com/home-remedies/home-remedies-for-diabetes.html">remedy for diabetes</a> and high blood pressure, cinnamon is also good in the treatment of autoimmune diseases.<br />
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A 2015 study published in Food and Function notes that Sri Lankan cinnamon is one of the most potent varieties, and regular cinnamon is an effective anti-inflammatory remedy in the treatment of chronic diseases like rheumatoid arthritis.<br />
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Furthermore, cinnamon contains powerful antibacterial properties that suppress the activity of the excess bacteria that line the gut in ulcerative colitis and Crohn’s disease patients, which promotes the disease and exacerbates inflammation.<br />
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The anti-inflammatory properties of oregano oil also make it an important treatment for autoimmune diseases like rheumatoid arthritis and spondylitis.<br />
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Note: Because of its highly potent nature, consult your doctor before adopting any oregano-based health regimes.<br />
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<a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20645831">http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/20645831</a><br />
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<a href="http://europepmc.org/abstract/med/11036827">http://europepmc.org/abstract/med/11036827</a><br />
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<span style="line-height: 1.5em;">Could the honey and cinnamon cure work for you? <span style="color: blue;"><strong><a href="http://draxe.com/7-essential-cinnamon-benefits-uses/" style="color: blue;" target="_blank">Cinnamon</a></strong></span> has been used by Chinese and Ayurvedic folk medicine for over 2,000 years and </span><span style="color: blue;"><strong><a href="http://draxe.com/the-many-health-benefits-of-raw-honey/" style="color: blue; line-height: 1.5em;" target="_blank">honey</a></strong></span><span style="line-height: 1.5em;"> also has a rich history dating back to ancient Greek, Roman, Vedic, and Egyptian texts.</span><br />
The healing properties of honey were even referenced by Aristotle (384 – 322 BC) and Aristoxenus (320 BC). Countless stories from people being cured from everything from <strong><a href="http://draxe.com/how-to-reverse-diabetes-naturally-in-30-days-or-less/" target="_blank">diabetes</a></strong> (type 2) to acne have filled the natural health testimonials since honey and cinnamon were first discovered.<br />
Here are some of the most historically common ways honey and cinnamon have been used to treat and heal various health conditions:<br />
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Honey and Cinnamon Cure Under Fire</h2>
<b></b><img alt="Honey and Cinnamon natural cures List " class="pinthis alignleft wp-image-9988 size-full" data-jpibfi-indexer="1" src="http://draxe.com/wp-content/uploads/2014/03/Honey-Cinnamon-Infographic-31.jpg" height="640" sizes="(max-width: 600px) 100vw, 600px" width="480" />Ever since Beatrice Dexter wrote an article for <i>The Weekly World News</i> tabloid in 1995 claiming that honey and cinnamon can cure virtually anything, this tasty combo has been under hot scrutiny by health enthusiasts and scientists alike.<br />
At this point, conclusive evidence suggesting that a honey and cinnamon mixture will produce miraculous results is lacking in the scientific literature, which is why the medical community is quite reluctant to recommend it to their patients.<br />
However, in my opinion, if you take the individual healing properties of each, it is not preposterous to assume that <i>if one is good by itself, then the two combined can only be great</i>!<br />
I see this a lot in essential oil studies where specific blends have healing property several times more potent than the individual ingredients and I suspect the same thing is true with honey and cinnamon.<br />
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<strong>Honey and Cinnamon Health Benefits</strong></h3>
Cinnamon (<i>cassia)</i> has been shown to be especially beneficial in treating digestive disorders, menstrual discomfort and joint pain because of its high content of cinnamaldehyde (<i>the anti-inflammatory molecular compound that gives cinnamon its flavor and odor</i>).<br />
Honey is also known for its anti-inflammatory properties, in addition to being full of nutrients such as:<br />
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<li>Amino acids</li>
<li>Vitamin C</li>
<li>Riboflavin</li>
<li>Niacin</li>
<li>Vitamin B6</li>
<li>Folate</li>
<li>Calcium</li>
<li>Iron</li>
<li>Magnesium</li>
<li>Phosphorus</li>
<li>Potassium</li>
<li>Zinc</li>
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At the end of the day, recent research is just tapping into the powerful antimicrobial, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant characteristics of honey and cinnamon. It is most likely that these powerful healing properties have led to “miracle” healings for countless people since the beginning of time.<br />
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<strong>8 Medicinal Uses for Honey and Cinnamon</strong></h2>
The reasons these two superfoods create such a powerful effect on the body vary, but they generally center on their ability to control inflammation, combat free radicals and boost the immune system. Some other common health benefits oftentimes experienced by people mixing honey and cinnamon together are:<br />
<b>1. Allergies</b> – A perfect example of how cinnamon can help with allergies can be seen in an Egyptian study that evaluated its ability to control the powerful allergen <i>house mites</i>. This allergen has become a global problem and the <i>University of Kentucky College of Agriculture, Food and Environment</i> states that at least 45% of young people with asthma are allergic to house dust mites!<br />
Researchers from Egypt tested the effect that various essential oils had in killing the highly allergic house mite and found that cinnamon was the most potent agent.<br />
Regarding honey, <b>taking just a teaspoon of local raw honey every day can boost your immune system by helping build a tolerance to local pollen and <a href="http://draxe.com/8-natural-allergy-relief-remedies/" target="_blank">naturally fight allergies</a>.</b><br />
The <i>International Archives of Allergy and Immunology</i> published an article that tested this theory and discovered that <b>pre-seasonal use of birch pollen honey </b>helped people with birch pollen <b>allergies by lowering total symptoms by 60%</b>, experiencing twice as many asymptomatic days, having 70% fewer days with severe symptoms, and by using 50% less antihistamines compared to the group that took conventional meds.<br />
<b>2. Diabetes –</b> Recent studies published out of the journals <i>Nutrition Research</i> and <i>Parmacognosy Research</i> suggest that up to 1,500 mg of cinnamon supplementation benefits the lipid profile, liver enzymes, insulin resistance, and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein in diabetics and people with nonalcoholic fatty liver disease patients (the #1 cause of liver disease in the world).<br />
According to a study out of Dubai, honey has been observed to cause a lower elevation of plasma glucose levels in diabetics compared to dextrose and sucrose. Some suggest that the insulin boosting power of cinnamon can counteract this glucose elevation in honey, which would make your honey/cinnamon mixture a <a href="http://draxe.com/glycemic-index-glycemic-load-discover-what-both-are-all-about/" target="_blank">low glycemic index</a> food!<br />
<b>3. Acne & Skin Infection – </b>Cinnamon oil mixed with honey is used all over the world to treat skin conditions such as <b>acne and skin infections</b> because of its antimicrobial capacity.<br />
Researchers from Iran have even discovered that because of its antibacterial, anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties honey is actually <i>more potent</i> in treating wounds and burns and result in less skin infection than conventional medicine!<br />
<b>4. Common Cold –</b> In a study published in the <i>American Journal of Chinese Medicine</i>, cinnamon essential oil was found to be highly effective in <b>slowing the growth</b> of a number of bacteria and fungus including <b>E. coli, Candida, and Staph</b> aureus (microorganisms that can cause a number of diseases including the common cold).<br />
Essentially, when regularly combined with immune-boosting raw honey, many people never get sick at all. Or, if they do get sick with the common cold, they recover rapidly!<br />
<b>5. UTI –</b> The <i>Iran Journal of Medical Sciences</i> published a study this past year that evaluated 28 plant extracts against Gram-negative such as E. coli (the main cause of urinary track infections).<br />
Cinnamomum zeylanicum ranked in the top 4 most potent, which provides an explanation to why people who supplement cinnamon and antibacterial honey into their diets reportedly suffer from less UTI’s than people who don’t.<br />
<b>6. Digestive issues – </b>Honey and cinnamon have become quite popular in managing digestive issues such as constipation, nausea, and ulcers. Because honey is predigested nectar, it is easy for the body to break it down, which can soothe an aggravated system.<br />
Cinnamon, because of its antimicrobial characteristics, has helped countless people with bacterial overload in their digestive system; especially with people suffering from an E. coli infection as you just read in the study out of Iran.<br />
<b>7. Energy – </b>Chinese folk medicine has used cinnamon to promote a healthy flow vital energy for centuries, and because of its insulin-boosting property, cinnamon has been known to give people energy as it stabilizes your blood sugar.<br />
And, of course, honey is pure energy. So, when you take a teaspoon mixture of the two, you get a <a href="http://draxe.com/glycemic-index-glycemic-load-discover-what-both-are-all-about/" target="_blank">low-glycemic</a> boost to help fuel your <a href="http://burstfit.com/fire/" target="_blank">burst training</a> or when you simply need a pick-me-up throughout the day!<br />
<b>8. Gingivitis – </b>The past few years, several studies have come out claiming that Manuka honey can help cure gingivitis and periodontal disease.<br />
Due to its superior antimicrobial properties, researchers from the School of Dentistry, University of Otago, Dunedin, New Zealand discovered that chewing/sucking on a Manuka honey product not only caused a <b>35% decrease in plaque</b>, it led to a 35% reduction in bleeding sites in people suffering from gingivitis!<br />
When combined with the powerful antimicrobial cinnamon, regular use of the amazing mixture can do wonders to your smile! Honey and cinnamon benefits are proving to be a winning combination.<br />
<strong>To make this amazing and simple recipe just mix:</strong><br />
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<li>1 cup hot water</li>
<li>1 tbsp raw honey</li>
<li>1 tsp cinnamon</li>
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To learn more about cinnamon, read my article: <span style="color: blue;"><strong><a href="http://draxe.com/7-essential-cinnamon-benefits-uses/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">7 Essential Cinnamon Benefits</span></a></strong></span>.<br />
To learn more about raw honey, read my article: <span style="color: blue;"><strong><a href="http://draxe.com/the-many-health-benefits-of-raw-honey/" target="_blank"><span style="color: blue;">Raw Honey Health Benefits</span></a></strong></span>.<br />
<span style="color: maroon;"><strong><i>Do you eat honey and cinnamon? </i><i>What honey and cinnamon benefits have you found from this amazing superfood mixture?</i></strong></span><br />
<b>References</b>:<br />
<ul>
<li>NCCAM. Cinnamon. [Internet]. No copyright – public domain. Available at: <a href="http://nccam.nih.gov/health/cinnamon" target="_blank">http://nccam.nih.gov/health/cinnamon</a></li>
<li>Potter M. House dust mites. [Internet]. Copyright 2010. Available at: <a href="http://www2.ca.uky.edu/entomology/entfacts/ef646.asp" target="_blank">http://www2.ca.uky.edu/entomology/entfacts/ef646.asp</a>.</li>
<li>Saad el-Z, et al. Acaricidal activities of some essential oils and their monoterpenoidal constituents against house dust mite, Dermatophagoides pteronyssinus (Acari: Pyroglyphidae). J Zhejiang Univ Sci B 2006; 7(12):957-62.</li>
<li>Ooi LS, et al. Antimicrobial activities of cinnamon oil and cinnamaldehyde from the Chinese medicinal herb Cinnamomum cassia Blume. Am J Chin Med 2006; 34(3):511-22.</li>
<li>Yaghoobi R, et al. Evidence for Clinical Use of Honey in Wound Healing as an Anti-bacterial, Anti-inflammatory Anti-oxidant and Anti-viral Agent: A Review. Jundishapur J Nat Pharm Prod 2013; 8(3):100-104</li>
<li>Saarinen K, et al. Birch pollen honey for birch pollen allergy–a randomized controlled pilot study. Int Arch Allergy Immunol 2011; 155(2):160-6.</li>
<li>Askari F, et al. Cinnamon may have therapeutic benefits on lipid profile, liver enzymes, insulin resistance, and high-sensitivity C-reactive protein in nonalcoholic fatty liver disease patients. Nutr Res 2014; 34(2):143-8.</li>
<li>Al-Waili NS. Natural honey lowers plasma glucose, C-reactive protein, homocysteine, and blood lipids in healthy, diabetic, and hyperlipidemic subjects: comparison with dextrose and sucrose. J Med Food 2004;7(1):100-7.</li>
<li>Ranasinghe P, et al. Effects of Cinnamomum zeylanicum (Ceylon cinnamon) on blood glucose and lipids in a diabetic and healthy rat model. Pharmacognosy Res 2012; 4(2):73-9.</li>
<li>English HK, et al. The effects of manuka honey on plaque and gingivitis: a pilot study. J Int Acad Periodontol 2004; 6(2):63-7.</li>
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<b>SOURCE: http://draxe.com/honey-cinnamon-benefits/</b><br />
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<span itemprop="name">EVEN DOCTORS ARE AMAZED BY THIS REMEDY: IT PREVENTS HEART ATTACK, LOWERS CHOLESTEROL AND BOOSTS YOUR IMMUNE SYSTEM</span></h3>
Scientists, doctors and other medical experts claim that regular consumption of honey in combination with cinnamon is a powerful remedy which can be used against many diseases.<br />
For more than 4000 years, honey has been used as a traditional remedy for almost every disease. The Egyptians used it to treat wounds, the Greeks for a long life, and the Indians to maintain balance in the body. Modern medicine shows us that these beliefs were true.<br />
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<strong>Remedy for Cardiovascular Disease</strong><br />
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In the morning, instead of marmalade or jam, put a little honey and cinnamon on a slice of bread. If you regularly consume this combination, it will help you reduce the blood cholesterol levels and prevent the risk of having a heart attack.<br />
<strong>Against Arthritis</strong><br />
In a cup filled with boiled water, mix two tablespoons of honey and a tablespoon cinnamon. Drink this drink in the morning and evening. With regular use, this drink will help in the treatment of chronic arthritis.<br />
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<strong>Against Infections of Gallbladder</strong><br />
If you have any infection of the gallbladder, you can consume the above-mentioned mixture, but this time change the amount of honey and cinnamon. In the cup of boiling water, put two teaspoons of cinnamon and a large spoonful of honey.<br />
<strong>Against Colds</strong><br />
If you have problem with frequent colds, make a mixture of large tablespoon of honey and a quarter teaspoon of cinnamon. This habit will help with your cold treatment, chronic cough and sinus congestion.<br />
<strong>Strengthens the Immune System</strong><br />
It is recommended that you use these ingredients on daily basis. They protect your body naturally from bacteria and viruses.<br />
source: http://www.healthylifetricks.com/even-doctors-are-amazed-by-this-remedy-it-prevents-heart-attack-lowers-cholesterol-and-boosts-your-immune-system/<br />
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17-reasons-to-use-honey-and-cinnamon <br /><br />People of many cultures have been using honey and cinnamon to treat many different health situations for centuries. Folk wisdom still retains knowledge of the healing properties of both raw honey and cinnamon. <br /><br />1. ARTHRITIS: Take daily, morning and night, one cup of hot water with two teaspoons honey and one small teaspoon cinnamon powder. If taken regularly even chronic arthritis can be cured. <br />2. BLADDER INFECTIONS: Take two tablespoons of cinnamon powder and one teaspoon of honey in a glass of lukewarm water and drink it. It destroys the germs in the bladder. <br /><br />cinnamon <br /><br />3. CHOLESTEROL: Two tablespoons of honey and three teaspoons of cinnamon powder mixed in 16 ounces of tea water reduces the level of cholesterol in the blood by 10 percent within two hours. <br />4. COLDS: Take one tablespoon lukewarm honey with 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon powder daily for three days to cure most chronic cough, cold, and clear the sinuses. <br /><br />5. HEART DISEASES: Make a paste of honey and cinnamon powder, apply on wheat-bread f or daily breakfast to reduce the cholesterol in the arteries and save the patient from heart attack. <br />6. UPSET STOMACH: Cures stomach ache and also clears stomach ulcers from the root. <br />7. GAS: If Honey is taken with cinnamon powder the stomach is relieved of gas. <br />8. IMMUNE SYSTEM: Daily use of honey and cinnamon powder strengthens the immune system and protects the body from bacterial and viral. <br />9. INDIGESTION: Cinnamon powder sprinkled on two tablespoons of honey taken before food relieves acidity and digests the heaviest of meals. <br />10. INFLUENZA – FLU: honey contains a natural ingredient which kills the influenza germs and saves the patient from flu. <br />11. LONGEVITY: Take daily, four spoons of honey, one spoon of cinnamon powder, and three cups of water and boil to make like tea to arrests the ravages of old age. <br />12. PIMPLES: Apply three tablespoons of honey and one teaspoon of cinnamon powder paste on the pimples before sleeping and wash it next morning with warm water for two weeks to remove pimples from the root. <br />13. WEIGHT LOSS: Daily in the morning one half hour before breakfast on an empty stomach, and at night before sleeping, drink honey and cinnamon powder boiled in one cup of water to avoid fat to accumulate in the body. <br /><br />honey <br /><br />14. SKIN INFECTIONS: Apply honey and cinnamon powder on the affected parts cures eczema, ringworm and all types of skin infections. <br />15. FATIGUE: Sugar content of honey is more helpful rather than being detrimental to the strength of the body. Half tablespoon of honey taken in a glass of water and sprinkled with cinnamon powder, taken daily after brushing and in the afternoon increases the vitality of the body within a week. <br />16. CANCER: Advanced cancer of the stomach and bones have been cured successfully taking one tablespoon of honey with one teaspoon of cinnamon powder for one month three times a day. <br /><br />17. HEARING LOSS: Daily morning and night honey and cinnamon powder, taken in equal parts helps restore hearing. <br /><br />Keep these two powerhouses on hand in your home-remedy medicine chest. <br /><br />How To make cinnamon and honey recipe: <br /><br />All you need is cinnamon, honey and water! You need 2 tablespoons of honey and 1 tablespoon of cinnamon for a cup of water. It’s so simple! Bring everything to boil and simmer until it becomes smooth. Let it cool down or drink it warm. I prefer using raw honey and to grind the cinnamon stick myself to get fresh cinnamon powder. Enjoy!<b></b><i></i><u></u><sub></sub><sup></sup><strike></strike></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Eating salad on a daily basis can be </span><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">a great way to stay healthy. Personally, if I don’t pack a salad or something healthy, I wind up going out to lunch and eat a burger or pizza. Quite the opposite of healthy.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Here’s a great way to make a bunch of salads ahead of time (e.g. Sunday night). Since you are making them all once, it really doesn’t take much time to create five great tasting salads.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">You can use either mason jars or plastic containers. I personally like using mason jars, but you just have to make sure to keep them upright else the dressing can make the greens all soggy.</span></div>
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<strong><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Start with salad dressing</span></strong><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">. By putting the dressing at the bottom, gravity will do its just and will keep it separated from the greens. Therefore, no soggy greens.</span></div>
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<strong><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Add your veggies.</span></strong><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> After the salad dressing, throw in your vegetables. The harder more dense vegetables (e.g. carrots) should go first, then add the softer vegetables like peppers or tomatoes. The denser vegetables will not get soggy when touching the salad dressing.</span></div>
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<strong><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Add your leafy greens.</span></strong><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> This should take up at least half of the jar. I like to use spinnach or kale. If you aren’t using packaged lettuce, then make sure it is completely dry before adding or else it’ll go bad.</span></div>
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<strong><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Put protein last.</span></strong><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> This includes cooked meat, grated cheese, nuts and seeds. The weight of these should help push down the other items to fit more in.</span></div>
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<strong><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">Screw the cap on tightly</span></strong><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> and store in your fridge.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">When you are ready to eat, just shake the jar thoroughly and you go good to go. Tip: make sure to keep the jars upright to prevent the greens from getting into the dressing.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">What I like to do is buy these little </span><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Polar-Ice-Souffle-1-Ounce-Translucent/dp/B001C8ZTJG/?tag=simplemost-20" rel="nofollow"><span style="color: #cecece; font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">1-oz. cups with lids</span></a><span style="font-family: "Helvetica Neue", Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> (see picture below). They’re the perfect serving size for a salad I take to work – and conveniently will fit inside my salad container without taking up too much space.</span></div>
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Plagued by dry skin? It could be a sign that you're dehydrated. </h3>
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Dehydration, which occurs when the body has insufficient water and other fluids to function properly, can lead to blood clots, seizures, and other potentially fatal complications. <a href="http://today.uconn.edu/blog/2012/02/even-mild-dehydration-can-alter-mood/">Studies</a> have shown that even mild dehydration can have adverse effects on mood and energy. That’s why it’s so important to catch dehydration early on, but the signs aren’t always obvious ones like thirst and fatigue.<br />
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<strong>2. Dry skin.</strong> “A lot of people think that people who get dehydrated are really sweaty; but as you go through various stages of dehydration, you become very dizzy and you don’t have enough blood volume so you get very dry skin,” Dr. Higgins says. He adds that because the skin is dry and not evaporating as well, you can also experience flushing of the skin.<br />
Think you can’t get dehydrated in cooler seasons or climates? Think again. Higgins says symptoms may be milder or come on slower, but it’s still possible to be dehydrated or <a href="http://www.everydayhealth.com/news/are-you-risk-heat-stroke/">suffer from heat illness</a> in cooler weather.<br />
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<strong>3. Muscle cramps.</strong> “The hotter you get, the more likely you are to get muscle cramps, and that’s from a pure heat effect on the muscles. As the muscles work harder and harder, they can seize up from the heat itself. Changes in the electrolytes, changes in the sodium and potassium can lead to muscle cramping as well,” according to Higgins.<br />
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<strong>4. Fever and chills.</strong> It might sound counterintuitive, but if your body is severely dehydrated you may experience <a href="http://www.everydayhealth.com/symptom-checker/fever">symptoms like fever</a> or even chills. Fever can be especially dangerous, so be sure to seek immediate medical help if your fever rises over 101°F.<br />
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<strong>5. Food cravings, especially for sweets.</strong> “When you’re dehydrated, it can be difficult for some nutrients and organs like the liver which use water to release some glycogens and other components of your energy stores, so you can actually get cravings for food,” Higgins says. While you can crave anything from chocolate to a salty snack, cravings for sweets are more common because your body may be experiencing difficulty with glycogen production, he says.<br />
Craving something sweet? Reach for a snack that has high water content. Most fruits and vegetables have high water content and will help you stay hydrated, explains nutrition expert and <a href="http://www.everydayhealth.com/columns/johannah-sakimura-nutrition-sleuth/">Everyday Health columnist, Johannah Sakimura</a>.<br />
“In fact, some fruits and vegetables are more than 90% water — including cantaloupe, strawberries, watermelon (of course), cucumber, celery, lettuce and leafy greens, zucchini, tomatoes, and bell peppers,” Sakimura says. “Yogurt also supplies a good amount of water.”<br />
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<strong>6. Headaches.</strong> The brain sits inside a fluid sack that keeps it from bumping against the skull, explains Higgins. If that fluid sack is depleted or running low because of dehydration, the brain can push up against parts of the skull, causing headaches.<br />
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Some drinks that can cause dehydration include alcohol, energy drinks, and even caffeine as it has a slight diuretic effect.<br />
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Not sure if that sweet craving or muscle cramp is a sign you need to hydrate? Here are two other ways to check if your body is dehydrated.<br />
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<li><strong>Check your urine.</strong> If you’re well-hydrated your urine will be mostly clear with a tinge of yellow, Higgins explains. Yellow, chardonnay, and orange are the “warning” colors to watch for. When your body is about three percent dehydrated your urine will be noticeably yellow. When your body is about five percent dehydrated, your urine will appear chardonnay-colored. When your body is more than five percent dehydrated – which is considered severely dehydrated – your urine will appear orange.</li>
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<li><strong>Spice up plain water.</strong> “If you don't love plain water, jazz it up by adding a splash of fruit juice or chunks of fresh or frozen fruit,” says Sakimura. “Or, try naturally flavored, calorie-free seltzers (my personal favorite) — their fizz and fruit flavor makes them more appealing than plain, flat water.”</li>
<li><strong>Try different teas.</strong> Sakimura recommends reaching for unsweetened flavored teas, which are available in lots of different flavors. “Sip fruity iced teas during the day (with lots of ice if it's hot out) or cozy up with a mug of hot peppermint or chamomile tea at night — they all count towards your daily fluid goal.”</li>
<li><strong>Makeover your snacks.</strong> “Swap dry, carby snacks like chips, pretzels, and crackers — which have a very low water content — with refreshing munchies like fresh or frozen fruit, yogurt, healthy smoothies, celery with peanut butter, and cut veggies with hummus,” recommends Sakimura.</li>
<li><strong>Pile on the produce.</strong> “Aim to make half your plate produce at meals. All those <a href="http://www.everydayhealth.com/columns/johannah-sakimura-nutrition-sleuth/vegetables-fruits-not-weight-loss-magic-bullets/">vegetable and fruit servings</a> will supply water as well as a hearty dose of vitamins, minerals, and fiber,” says Sakimura.</li>
<li><strong>Sip more during meals.</strong> “Sipping water with meals will help you eat more slowly, pace your eating, and of course stay hydrated,” Sakimura adds. </li>
<li><strong>Opt for room temperature or cooler water.</strong> When it comes to fluids, steer clear of extreme temperatures. When ice water comes into the stomach it constricts the arteries surrounding the stomach, which help the stomach function properly and help with water absorption, explains Higgins. “Ice water will just sit in your stomach until it warms up. If you hear water swishing around in your stomach, it means the water is not getting absorbed,” says Higgins. Fluids that are cooler or room temperature are better options.</li>
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When it comes to total water intake, which includes water gained from foods and other beverages like tea and milk, the <a href="http://www.iom.edu/Activities/Nutrition/SummaryDRIs/~/media/Files/Activity%20Files/Nutrition/DRIs/New%20Material/9_Electrolytes_Water%20Summary.pdf">Institute of Medicine</a> recommends that most women get about 2.7 liters of water a day (or about 12 cups), and most men get about 3.7 liters a day (or about 15 cups).<br />
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Nothing soothes better than grandma’s old time remedies – for anything from insect bites to constipation. But how well do we remember these – since we don’t use most of them anymore. Let’s take a journey back in time to the good old days when “doctor mamma” was in charge.<br />
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Cerassee (Momordica Charantia)</h5>
<img alt="cerasse" height="180" src="http://www.thingsjamaicanstores.com/images/stories/cerasse.jpg" style="border: 2px solid #e2d5a3; float: left; margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px;" title="Cerasse (Momordica Charantia)" width="220" /> Summertime was not only famous for sun, sea and fun but also for “washout”, especially administered at the end of summer when you were preparing to go back to school. Remember is nuff “kabba kabba” yu eat up during those long summer months. So, of course, now it is time to purge and a famous purgative was the cerassee plant, used because of its detoxifying properties. Cerasee, or Bitters, is also known to be a general-wellbeing tonic to purge the blood of its impurities, to internally cleanse the organs, to externally clean the skin, to ease menstrual cramps, to clear up urinary tract infections, to regulate the sugar content in the blood and to remove toxins from the body thus increasing energy and stamina. According to the book “Jamaican Herbs & Medicinal Plants and their Uses” by Mike Henry and K. Sean Harris, available through Things Jamaican stores, cerassee can also be cooked like other leafy vegetables. Other Cerassee products available through Things Jamaican include Cerassee soap and Cerassee Herbal Tea Bags.<br />
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Lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus)</h5>
<img alt="lemongrass" height="180" src="http://www.thingsjamaicanstores.com/images/stories/lemongrass.jpg" style="border: 2px solid #e2d5a3; float: left; margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px;" title="Lemongrass (Cymbopogon Citratus)" width="220" /> Some of you may remember that as a child you were given Lemongrass tea the moment you started coughing or running a temperature. That was because Lemon/Fever grass has a citrus taste and fragrance and is given to relieve fevers, congestion, colds and coughs. It is also known to soothe the stomach, stop diarrhea and vomiting and relieve gas. In aromatherapy, persons may put a few leaves in a bathtub of water for a relaxing bath. Lemongrass is also a powerful natural insect repellant, the leaves of which can be crushed and rubbed directly on the skin. Things Jamaican carries a wide assortment of products locally made from Lemongrass which include Lemongrass (LG) soap, LG Lotion, LG Body Spritz, LG Shampoo & Conditioner and LG Hand Wash and Body Wash and Lemongrass Candles. There is also Lemongrass Herbal Tea.<br />
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Ginger (Zingiber Officinale)</h5>
<img alt="Ginger (Zingiber Officinale)" height="180" src="http://www.thingsjamaicanstores.com/images/stories/ginger.jpg" style="border: 2px solid #e2d5a3; float: left; margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px;" title="Ginger (Zingiber Officinale)" width="220" /> Child – “Grandma, mi belly hurting mi”, Grandma – “alright, let mi give yu some ginger tea”. Sounds familiar? Ginger is known for being a very good stomach ache remedy when beaten, boiled, sweetened and sipped hot. It sooths upset stomach and is great for treating nausea and gas. In Jamaica is it also common for persons to drink a hot ginger beer to “buss di gas”. According to authors Mike Henry and K. Sean Harris, “Ginger is an appetite stimulant and can be added to various dishes to make them more digestible” (p 21), hence its use in pork and curry dishes. Ginger also enhances the taste of many sweet treats carried by Things Jamaican and these include Coconut Drops, Gizzadas and Jackass Corn. Other ginger based products include Ginger soaps, Spa Jamaica’s Ginger Shower gel, Lotion, Body Scrubs and candles. Ginger Herbal Tea is also available.<br />
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Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis)</h5>
<img alt="Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis)" height="180" src="http://www.thingsjamaicanstores.com/images/stories/aloevera.jpg" style="border: 2px solid #e2d5a3; float: left; margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px;" title="Aloe Vera (Aloe Barbadensis)" width="220" /> Another summertime favourite, which is still a favourite of many today, is Aloe Vera. This “wonder plant” is used for a myriad of health problems and conditions. One of the most common uses is that of a laxative, where the gel is blended with orange or other juice. Aloe Vera cleanses the stomach, intestines, colon and blood and is also great for controlling dandruff and soothes sunburn and other skin irritations. Pages 2 to 3 of the book “Jamaican Herbs & Medicinal Plants and their Uses” list other great uses of Aloe Vera. Aloe Vera is also used in the manufacture of soaps and other skin care products, due to its emollient properties. Among these are the Aloe & Noni soap, Cucumber & Aloe soap, 4oz Coffee Tanning oil and the exquisite Mystic Nature line which includes Organic Shampoo, Conditioner, Body Butter, Lotion and Night Cream, which can all be found in our Things Jamaican stores.<br />
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Castor Oil (Ricinus Communis)</h5>
<img alt="Castor Oil (Ricinus Communis)" height="180" src="http://www.thingsjamaicanstores.com/images/stories/castoroilbean.jpg" style="border: 2px solid #e2d5a3; float: left; margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px;" title="Castor Oil (Ricinus Communis)" width="220" /> Castor oil, the dreaded worm-out or wash-out, given to you right before back to school time to purge you of all the fruits and food you ate during the summer. A spoonful of this extremely unpleasant tasting oil and it was thought that all the “evils” of the stomach would be expelled. It is not however recommended to be taken internally in large quantities. In body care, it is used to relieve arthritis and other body aches and pains. A piece of cotton flannel can be saturated with castor oil and applied to the pain site, preferably with a hot water bottle. For dry scalp and dandruff problems, this oil can be heated and applied to the scalp and a plastic cap placed on the head for about 10 minutes. Things Jamaican retails Castor Oil in ½ oz, 2oz and 8oz sizes as well as the Castor Oil pack which contains a piece of cotton flannel, 8oz castor oil and hot water bottle. There is also Noni & Castor Oil soap.<br />
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Bizzy Tea (Kola Nut)</h5>
<img alt="Bizzy Tea (Kola Nut)" height="180" src="http://www.thingsjamaicanstores.com/images/stories/kolanut.jpg" style="border: 2px solid #e2d5a3; float: left; margin: 0px 10px 10px 0px;" title="Bizzy Tea (Kola Nut)" width="220" /> If it was ever suspected that something you ate was poisoning your body, grandma would immediately grab the Bissy/Kola Nut, grate it, boil it, sweeten it and then “drench” you with it. This “miracle medicine” is said to remove poison from the body, stop vomiting, relieve upset stomach, nausea, menstrual cramps, headaches, gout and controls diabetes. Things Jamaican retails the Caribbean Dreams Bissy Tea as well as the powdered form of Bissy.<br />
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<li>“Jamaican Herbs & Medicinal Plants and their Uses” by Mike Henry and K. Sean Harris</li>
<li><a href="http://www.getjamaica.com/" target="_blank">Get Jamaica</a></li>
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<li><a href="http://www.buzzle.com/" target="_blank">Buzzle</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.silentdoctors.com/" target="_blank">Silent doctors</a></li>
<li><a href="http://www.gardensablaze.com/HerbLemonGrassMed.htm" target="_blank">Gardens ablaze</a></li>
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(Cyanocobalamin, Hydroxocobalamin, Methylcobalamin, Cobamamide)</h3>
Vitamin B12 is an essential vitamin that is water soluble. It is also very commonly found in numerous <br />
different kinds of foods, such as dairy products, fish, meat and shellfish. Frequently, vitamin B12 <br />
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The vitamin serves to keep nerve cells healthy, as well as the red blood cells, and it is also needed<br />
in order to make DNA, which is the genetic material that is found in every cell. Vitamin B12 <br />
is bound to food by way of the protein. During digestion, the stomach releases the B12 from protein <br />
using its own hydrochloric acid, and upon its release, it mixes into the intrinsic factor, another <br />
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Vitamin B12 Deficiency</h3>
Previous scientific research have shown that when a person has a deficiency of the vitamin B12<br />
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<li>Ataxia, which is shaky movement and an unsteady gait</li>
<li>Hypotension, which is low blood pressure</li>
<li>Incontinence</li>
<li>Spasticity</li>
<li>Mood disturbances</li>
<li>Vision problems</li>
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Researchers say that the previously mentioned symptoms have a tendency to occur even when <br />
the levels of the vitamin B12 are only a little bit lower than they are supposed to be, and when<br />
they are considerably higher than levels that are considered to be normal for those with anemia.<br />
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Vitamin B12 does a lot of things for your body. It helps make your DNA and your red <a class="Article" data-metrics-link="embd-lnk" href="http://www.webmd.com/heart/anatomy-picture-of-blood">blood cells</a>, for examples.<br />
Since your body doesn't make vitamin B12, you'll need to get it from animal-based foods or from <a class="Article" data-metrics-link="embd-lnk" href="http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-and-supplements/lifestyle-guide-11/default.htm">supplements</a>, and it needs to be consumed on a regular basis. Exactly how much you need and where you should get it from depends on things like your age, the diet you follow, your medical conditions, and in some cases what medications you take.<br />
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<li>Atrophic <a class="Article" data-metrics-link="embd-lnk" href="http://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/digestive-diseases-gastritis">gastritis</a>, in which your <a class="Article" data-metrics-link="embd-lnk" href="http://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/picture-of-the-stomach">stomach</a> lining has thinned</li>
<li>Pernicious anemia, which makes it hard for your body to absorb vitamin B12</li>
<li>Surgery that removed part of your stomach or small intestine, including <a class="Article" data-metrics-link="embd-lnk" href="http://www.webmd.com/diet/weight-loss-surgery/default.htm">weight loss surgery</a></li>
<li>Conditions affecting the small intestine, such as <a class="Article" data-metrics-link="embd-lnk" href="http://www.webmd.com/ibd-crohns-disease/crohns-disease/default.htm">Crohn's disease</a>, <a class="Article" data-metrics-link="embd-lnk" href="http://www.webmd.com/digestive-disorders/celiac-disease/default.htm">celiac disease</a>, bacterial growth, or a parasite</li>
<li>Heavy drinking</li>
<li><a class="Article" data-metrics-link="embd-lnk" href="http://www.webmd.com/a-to-z-guides/autoimmune-diseases">Immune system disorders</a>, such as <a class="Article" data-metrics-link="embd-lnk" href="http://www.webmd.com/women/understanding-graves-disease-basics">Graves' disease</a> or <a class="Article" data-metrics-link="embd-lnk" href="http://www.webmd.com/lupus/default.htm">lupus</a></li>
<li>Long-term use of acid-reducing drugs. Stomach acids help break down animal proteins that have vitamin B12.</li>
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You can also get <a class="Tools" data-metrics-link="embd-lnk" href="http://www.webmd.com/vitamins-and-supplements/vitamin-b12-rm-quiz-html">vitamin B12 deficiency</a> if you're a <a class="Article" data-metrics-link="embd-lnk" href="http://www.webmd.com/food-recipes/guide/vegetarian-and-vegan-diet">vegan</a> (meaning you don't eat any animal products, including meat, milk, cheese, and eggs) or a vegetarian who doesn't eat enough eggs or dairy products to meet your vitamin B12 needs.</div>
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The risk of B12 deficiency also increases with age.</div>
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<em>Thanks to <a href="http://www.antianxietyfoodsolution.com/" target="_blank">Trudy Scott </a>who posted this video on Facebook.</em></div>
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Taking a close look at your stool can tell you a lot about what's going on in your intestines and can lead you to make the right changes to improve your digestive and overall health. If you know what to look for, it's like reading tea leaves! I tell my patients that if they pay close attention to what's going on in the bowl, they might not need my services.<br />
Here's a guide to some of the most likely – and most lethal – conditions that can lead to changes in the shape, size, smell and shade of your stool.<br />
<strong>Shape</strong><br />
Insufficient fiber in the diet, diverticulosis, bowel spasm or excessive straining are common causes of a change in stool shape. <a href="http://www.doctoroz.com/blog/robynne-k-chutkan-md-fasge/over-50-potholes-colon">Diverticulosis</a> causes pothole-like craters in the lining of the colon, as well as a narrowing of the internal diameter of the colon due to wall thickening. The result is narrow, pellet-like stools that often fall apart in the bowl and can be difficult to expel. Other associated symptoms of diverticulosis include a dull ache in the lower abdomen, a feeling of incomplete evacuation even though you may be having multiple bowel movements, and lots of gas and bloating. <a href="http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/endometriosis-explaining-pain-down-there">Endometriosis</a>, uterine <a href="http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/fibroids-what-you-need-know">fibroids</a>, masses in the abdomen or tumors in other organs, like the ovaries or bladder, can cause thin stools due to external compression of the colon. <a href="http://www.doctoroz.com/colonoscopy-videos/screening-colonoscopy">Colon cancer</a> definitely needs to be excluded by a colonoscopy in anyone experiencing new onset of pencil-thin stools, which can occur as a tumor gets larger and grows inward, reducing the colonic diameter.<br />
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Size matters. Small, hard stools are typical in people eating a low-fiber Western diet, and are associated with a higher risk for ultimately developing diverticulosis and colon cancer. <a href="http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/natural-constipation-relief">Constipation</a> is often associated with small, difficult-to-pass stools, and people suffering from constipation-predominant irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) are particularly prone to having small stools. A high-fiber diet or regular use of a bulking agent like <a href="http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/magical-breakfast-blaster">psyllium husk</a> will lead to larger, softer stools in most people, making defecation easier. Even though a fiber-deficient diet is the most likely culprit, colon cancer is again on the list as most lethal.<br />
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The odor of your stool is highly dependent on a number of factors, including how long it's been sitting in your colon, your diet, medications you may be taking and, in some cases, the presence of infection. Bacterial imbalance (dysbiosis) in the GI tract and undigested fat can also lead to a change in odor.</div>
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The most common cause of smelly stool is bacterial fermentation of the food in your intestines that produces foul-smelling sulfide compounds. Antibiotics can also change the smell of stool and give it a medicinal odor. More lethal causes of malodorous stool, and fortunately much less common, include inflammation of the pancreas (pancreatitis) and <a href="http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/pancreatic-cancer-breakthrough-pt-1">pancreatic cancer</a>. Both these conditions can result in floating, foul-smelling stool with an oily sheen.</div>
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Diseases that cause malabsorption of nutrients like Crohn's, <a href="http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/celiac-disease-advantages-gluten-free-diet">celiac disease</a> and cystic fibrosis can also lead to foul-smelling stool. Infection with parasites such as <em>giardia lamblia</em> can cause stool to have a very unpleasant odor.</div>
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New onset of diarrhea associated with a foul odor should prompt an evaluation for infection, whereas fat in the stool associated with a foul odor should raise concerns about malabsorption or pancreatic disorders. For most people, smelly stool is simply a byproduct of the beans they had for dinner the night before.</div>
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The color of stool can vary dramatically and can also be a clue as to whether various disease states are present.</div>
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Normal stool is brown due to its composition: bacteria, water, bile, bilirubin, broken-down red blood celIs and indigestible plant matter like cellulose, along with small amounts of protein and fat.</div>
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Red stool is most worrisome as it indicates bleeding in the lower GI tract from conditions like hemorrhoids or diverticulosis, or more serious conditions like rectal cancer. Red stool can also be caused by ingesting red food coloring or beets. While it should always be reported, it's not always an ominous sign.</div>
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Green stool can occur with rapid transit through the intestines where bile doesn't have a chance to be broken down to its final brown color. Green can also be a sign of Crohn's disease, antibiotic use, ingestion of leafy greens or iron therapy.</div>
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Yellow stool can be the result of <a href="http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/gallstone-prevention-checklist">gallbladder dysfunction</a> which causes improper handling of bile. Infection with <em>giardia lamblia </em>produces a characteristic yellow diarrhea. In addition to causing diarrhea, different types of infection in the GI tract, whether viral, bacterial or parasitic, may cause changes in stool color.</div>
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White stool can be a sign of fat malabsorption, as with pancreatitis and <a href="http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/1-pancreatic-risk-factor">pancreatic cancer</a>, but barium used for X-rays can also give the same appearance. Mucus in the stool can give it a whitish appearance and may be due to inflammation or benign conditions like IBS.</div>
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Black stool should trigger a search for bleeding from the upper part of the GI tract (esophagus, stomach or small intestine), but can also be seen with iron therapy, heavy meat consumption, and bismuth-containing compounds.</div>
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Light-appearing clay-colored stools are characteristic of liver disease and decreased bile output, but can also be caused by antacids containing aluminum hydroxide. Vitamins and supplements commonly cause changes in urine color but may also change stool color. </div>
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For Dr. Oz’s Poop Color Chart, <a href="http://www.doctoroz.com/videos/poop-color-chart">click here</a></div>
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Source: <a href="http://www.doctoroz.com/article/what-your-stool-telling-you">http://www.doctoroz.com/article/what-your-stool-telling-you</a></div>
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<u> What Your Poop Is Telling You About Your Body (Infographic</u></h2>
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As the great Taro Gomi once said, "Everyone poops." But what does that mean from a wellness perspective? </div>
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Broadly speaking, it means that you should be mindful of what your feces are saying, because they're one of the most consistent indicators of health. As is the case with all things we produce, it's the quality — NOT the quantity — that matters when it comes to our scatological activities. </div>
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But how to decode the messages contained in your excrement? To clear all that up, here's an infographic from <a href="http://dailyinfographic.com/what-your-poop-pee-are-telling-you-about-your-body-infographic" target="_blank" title="">The Daily Infographic</a> that explains the various signals your feces and urine send you. Tell us what you think! </div>
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What do kidney disease, stomach cancer, Crohn’s disease, diabetes and gallbladder disease all have in common? You can identify their warning signs by looking before you flush. Believe it or not, the color of your poop can be an indicator of disease. </div>
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As the saying goes, “An apple a day keeps the doctor away.” Eating an apple each day will provide many health benefits, including contributing to your fiber intake. A medium-sized apple contains about 17% of the daily recommended value, with less than a hundred calories. In addition, an apple’s high water content helps the fiber do its job of keeping you regular. It’s best not to peel an apple before eating it, since most of the fiber is in the skin. <br />
<strong>Serving Size (1 medium apple), 4.4 grams of fiber (17% DV), 95 calories.</strong><br />
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Most people equate grains, fruits, and vegetables with a high-fiber diet, but walnuts are a fiber-rich food that often gets overlooked. Just a handful of walnuts, or 1/4 cup, contains about 2 grams of fiber. Crack your own walnuts with a nut cracker, or pick a bag up from the grocery store for a great snack on the go. Walnuts also make a tasty and healthy addition to salads and desserts. <br />
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<strong>Sweet Corn (Yellow)</strong></div>
Sweet corn is a staple at summer barbecues, and it should also be a staple in a high fiber diet. A 6-inch ear of corn on the cob provides the body with about 1.5 grams of fiber. If you like convenience, a 12 oz. can of corn has over twice that amount. Eat corn the old-fashioned way—as a side dish—or add it to soups, salads, and chili to enjoy it more often. <br />
<strong>Serving Size (12 oz.), 4 grams of fiber (16% DV), 171 calories.</strong><br />
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<strong>Oatmeal</strong></div>
Enjoy a serving of oatmeal for breakfast every day and you’ll be doing your body a huge favor. Because of its high soluble fiber content, oatmeal is one of the best foods for lowering cholesterol. It’s also a great way to kick-start your system in the morning, helping your body stay regular throughout the day. Though you can enjoy oatmeal on its own, many people add their favorite berries into the mix in order to sweeten it up and add even more fiber to their morning meal. <br />
<strong>Serving Size (1 cup), 4 grams of fiber (16% DV), 166 calories.</strong><br />
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<strong>Lentils</strong></div>
Most people know that beans such as lentils are an essential part of a high fiber diet that keeps the body regular. But did you know that lentils are also <a href="http://bembu.com/low-carb-and-high-protein-foods" title="high in protein">high in protein</a>, folate, <a href="http://bembu.com/potassium-rich-foods" title="vitamins">vitamins</a>, and iron? It’s easy to add lentils into your diet by cooking them with rice, adding them to soups and sauces, or seasoning them with herbs and spices for a tasty side dish. Add just a cup of lentils to your diet each day for a whopping 63% of your recommended daily fiber. <br />
<strong>Serving Size (1 cup, cooked),15.6 grams of fiber (63% DV), 230 calories.</strong><br />
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<strong>Artichokes</strong></div>
Don’t let this exotic vegetable intimidate you. Artichokes are easy to prepare, and their unique flavor and high fiber content make them even more enjoyable. A medium artichoke provides almost half the daily recommended amount of fiber, along with other nutrients and minerals. Artichokes also have a higher water content than traditional sources of fiber such as breads and pasta, so they’re a great addition to a balanced high fiber diet. <br />
<strong>Serving Size (1 medium artichoke),10.3 grams of fiber (41% DV), 64 calories.</strong><br />
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<strong>Broccoli</strong></div>
Broccoli is a tasty green veggie that is high in fiber and other nutrients. One cup of chopped raw broccoli provides just over two grams of fiber. Steamed or cooked broccoli has slightly less, but it makes an easy and tasty side dish to pair with chicken, fish, or beef entrees. Raw broccoli makes a great midday snack, either by itself or over a salad, so enjoy it often as part of a healthy, fiber rich diet. <br />
<strong>Serving Size (1 cup, raw),2.3 grams of fiber (9% DV), 25 calories.</strong><br />
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<strong>Shredded Wheat Cereal</strong></div>
Shredded Wheat Cereal and others like it are a great way to start a healthy day if you’re trying to get enough fiber in your diet. Shredded Wheat will give you an early energy boost and keep you feeling full well into the morning. And with a one-cup serving providing you with up to 36% of your fiber for the day, plus the health benefits of the milk you consume with it, you’d be hard-pressed to find a healthier way to start your day. <br />
<strong>Serving Size (1 cup), 9 grams of fiber (36% DV), 200 calories.</strong><br />
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<strong>Brussels Sprouts</strong></div>
Brussels sprouts are packed as full of fiber as they are with flavor. Many people who haven’t tried Brussels sprouts since childhood might need to get used to the taste, but fortunately, there are plenty of ways to prepare these cruciferous treats so they can appeal to any palate. A cup of cooked Brussels sprouts provides about a quarter of your recommended fiber for the day, so adding a few servings to your diet each week makes a big difference. <br />
<strong>Serving Size (1 cup, cooked), 6.4 grams of fiber (25% DV), 65 calories.</strong><br />
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<strong>Bulgur</strong></div>
A staple in the Mediterranean diet, bulgur is a good source of both protein and fiber. Try adding a little cinnamon and honey to cooked bulgur instead of eating sugary cereals or pastries for breakfast. It also makes a subtly flavorful addition to salads, soups, and rice dishes. The fiber in bulgur (over eight grams in a one-cup serving) helps to maintain the health of your colon by keeping you regular. <br />
<strong>Serving Size (1 cup, cooked), 8.2 grams of fiber (33% DV), 151 calories.</strong><br />
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<strong>Brown Rice</strong></div>
Brown rice is highly rich in insoluble fiber, making it an excellent food to add to a healthy, fiber rich diet. The insoluble fiber in rice helps relieve constipation and helps keep you regular. Add a serving to your diet once a day or a few times a week to keep your body functioning in tip-top shape. Each one-cup serving contains about 3.5 grams of fiber, or about 14% of the recommended daily value. Brown rice provides many health benefits, and it’s easy on your wallet, too. <br />
<strong>Serving Size (1 cup, cooked), 3.5 grams of fiber (14% DV), 218 calories.</strong><br />
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<strong>Navy Beans</strong></div>
If you’re wondering how to get more fiber in order to keep your system regular, navy beans are arguably the best thing you can add to your pantry and your diet. A one-cup serving of cooked mature navy beans contains 19.1 grams of fiber. That’s over three-quarters of the recommended daily value. It’s easy to consume one cup a day if you add beans to rice, soups, and dips, or season them with olive oil and spices for a flavorful and virtually fat-free side dish. <br />
<strong>Serving Size (1 cup, cooked), 19.1 grams of fiber (76% DV), 255 calories.</strong><br />
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<strong>Garbanzo Beans</strong></div>
Like most legumes, garbanzo beans are known for their high fiber content. In addition to leaving you feeling you full for longer, a half-cup serving of garbanzo beans stocks your body with about 3 grams of fiber, or around 12% the recommended value. Many people enjoy eating beans daily, but several servings a week (as part of a healthy, fiber rich diet) can help keep you regular and will contribute to the health of your colon and digestive system. <br />
<strong>Serving Size (1/2 cup cooked), 3 grams of fiber (12% DV), 110 calories.</strong><br />
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<strong>Whole Wheat Spaghetti</strong></div>
If you love to eat white pasta, consider switching to whole wheat pasta for its numerous health benefits. White pasta is processed, which means it contains simple sugars and none of its natural fibers. Whole wheat pasta, on the other hand, is unprocessed and is a viable source of fiber. A cup of cooked whole wheat spaghetti for dinner may help you reach your fiber quota for the day; it brings over 6 grams to the table. <br />
<strong>Serving Size (1 cup cooked), 6.3 grams of fiber (25% DV), 174 calories.</strong><br />
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<strong>Figs</strong></div>
Figs aren’t always the first things that come to mind when someone mentions fruit. But if you get to know figs a little better, you’ll find that they’re not only tasty, but they’re rich in fiber, too. Eating dried figs in moderation can prevent constipation and keep you regular. Dried figs make a great, quick snack when you’re on the go, and you can incorporate them into cookies and cakes for a sweet treat with a healthy side. <br />
<strong>Serving Size (1 large), 1.9 grams of fiber (7% DV), 47 calories.</strong><br />
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<strong>Prunes</strong></div>
Prunes contain about 3.6 grams of dietary fiber per serving—about 14% of the recommended amount for the day. Adding prunes—and therefore fiber—to your diet can help relieve constipation and the uncomfortable symptoms that come with it, such as bloating, cramps, and loss of appetite. Because these fruits are so filled with fiber, it’s a good idea to drink some water with each serving. Plenty of water is essential in helping dietary fiber do its job. <br />
<strong>Serving Size (6 dried), 3.6 grams of fiber (14% DV), 47 calories.</strong><br />
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<strong>Asian Pears</strong></div>
Asian pears, also called apple pears, are full of nutrients. In the fiber department, Asian pears provide soluble and insoluble fiber, both of which your body needs. Many people eat these fruits in salads, with cheeses and spreads, or sliced like an apple. However you choose to enjoy them, your body will benefit from over 4 grams of fiber, or about 18% of the recommended amount for the day. <br />
<strong>Serving Size (1 Asian pear), 4.4 grams of fiber (18% DV), 51 calories.</strong><br />
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<strong>Almonds</strong></div>
Almonds are an obvious choice for a high fiber diet that will help keep you regular. They make a delicious snack that’s as easy as it is healthy. And with many other health benefits, you’ll find that consistently adding a serving of almonds to your day leaves your body looking and feeling better all around. In addition to providing 3.5 grams of fiber, a one-ounce serving of almonds helps promote <a href="http://bembu.com/127-weight-loss-tips" title="weight loss">weight loss</a>, heart health, and bone strength. <br />
<strong>Serving Size (1 ounce), 3.5 grams of fiber (14% DV), 163 calories.</strong><br />
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<strong>Whole Wheat Bread</strong></div>
Bread is an important part of a balanced diet, and whole wheat bread, in particular, is high in fiber. When consuming toast, a sandwich, or another snack or meal that includes whole wheat bread, be sure to drink plenty of liquids (preferably water) along with it. Lots of water is essential in a fiber rich diet, as it helps the fiber do its job in cleansing the colon and keeping you regular. <br />
<strong>Serving Size (1 slice),1.9 grams of fiber (8% DV), 69 calories.</strong><br />
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<strong>Spinach</strong></div>
Spinach is one of those super foods with seemingly countless health benefits. Raw spinach leaves are loaded with calcium, iron, vitamin C, antioxidants and more. It also contains fiber, which means it’s a natural cleanser for the colon, and it works to keep you regular. It’s easy to consume lots of spinach, as it’s one of the most versatile foods imaginable. Dress it up in a salad or add it to sandwiches, soups, pasta, sauce, and much more. <br />
<strong>Serving Size (1 cup raw), 0.7 grams of fiber (3% DV), 7 calories.</strong><br />
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<strong>Beet Greens</strong></div>
If you’ve ever eaten beets, did you know that you can also eat the leaves at the top of the beet? Beet greens are loaded with vitamins C and A, folate, and fiber. They’re also packed with a rich, unique flavor, and pairing them with savory spices such as garlic, onions, pepper, or olive oil can help make them a tasty complement to many entrees. Toss them in a green salad with other vegetables for a fiber rich meal you’ll love. <br />
<strong>Serving Size (1 cup raw), 1.4 grams of fiber (6% DV), 8 calories.</strong><br />
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<strong>Carrots</strong></div>
Eating carrots regularly can reduce cholesterol, regulate blood sugar, and improve eye health. Also, because of the rich supply of fiber, carrots can help prevent digestive disorders and gastric ulcers. Fiber is an essential part of a healthy diet, and eating just one medium-sized carrot accounts for about 7% of the recommended value for the day. <br />
<strong>Serving Size (1 medium carrot), 1.7 grams of fiber (7% DV), 25 calories.</strong><br />
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<strong>Raspberries</strong></div>
Raspberries are a wonderfully nutritious food that is both low in calories and high in vital nutrients, especially fiber. Enjoy these sweet berries in moderation as part of a high fiber diet; a one-cup serving provides for about 32% of your daily recommended fiber needs. To get your one-cup serving each day, enjoy a handful of raspberries with your oatmeal or yogurt at breakfast, over a salad at lunch, and as a sweet treat after dinner. <br />
<strong>Serving Size (1 cup), 8 grams of fiber (32% DV), 64 calories.</strong><br />
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Getting lots of fiber in your diet, along with plenty of water, has many health benefits, including keeping you regular and curbing hunger for longer. A high fiber diet also reduces the risk of heart disease, obesity, and diabetes, so add lots of healthy, high fiber foods to your plate each day to enjoy a healthier mind and body.<br />
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<span style="color: black;">Radical Cancer Prevention And Possible Therapy For You Or Someone You Love. <strong>It’s Breast Cancer Awareness Month</strong> And We Wanted To Share With You A Blog On Fitlife That Has Almost Had 300k Shares So Far!</span><br />
<span style="color: black;">There is a reason so many people are passing this info onto the people they love, and we wanted to take this Saturday and extend upon what has already been posted and is spreading like a wild fire of love and vibrant energy Fitlifer.</span><br />
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<span style="color: black;">If you’ve ever researched natural cures, holistic home remedies, or taken some health advice from your grandmother, chances are Apple Cider Vinegar, Lemon, Honey <strong>AND ALUMINUM FREE BAKING SODA</strong> was a popular ingredient in your discoveries. From age old tricks to modern applications, baking soda, or Sodium Bicarbonate, has been touted as having miraculous uses both inside and outside of your die, and plenty of people seem to agree. I’ve read manuscripts and lab logs covering this topic and now even our own blog and our community are asking me a TON of questions.</span><br />
<span style="color: black;">As we’ve discussed, baking soda is Sodium Bicarbonate (NaHCO3), and is created synthetically, and naturally by our planet, AND even in our bodies. The ancient Egyptians used baking soda discovered at the bottoms of riverbeds to create glass and pottery. The Romans used baking soda as a leavening agent in food. The REAL magic takes place in our bodies. Sodium Bicarbonate is a compound with an extremely high pH. When mixed with an acid, carbon dioxide is released. Why is that so special? (keep reading.)</span><br />
<span style="color: black;">The Bicarbonate that our body produces (in our saliva, in our kidneys) is used to regulate the body’s pH. My fellow Fitlifers, as juicing enthusiasts, and purveyors of health, happiness and the beautiful truth, by now you’ve learned, like me, the importance of keeping our bodies in an alkaline state.</span><br />
<span style="color: black;">“All normal cells have an absolute requirement for oxygen, but cancer cells can live without oxygen – a rule without exception. “Deprive a cell 35% of its oxygen for 48 hours and it may become cancerous.” – Biochemist Otto Heinrich Warburg</span><br />
<span style="color: black;">Dr. Warburg has made it clear that the root cause of cancer is oxygen deficiency, which creates an acidic state in the human body. Dr Warburg also discovered that cancer cells are anaerobic (do not breathe oxygen) and cannot survive in the presence of high levels of oxygen, as found in an alkaline state.</span><br />
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<span style="color: black;">Hundreds of studies have concluded that having an acidic body can directly be responsible for thousands of serious diseases. The list of these tragic ailments goes on forever, including serious afflictions such as kidney disease, metabolic acidosis, and many types of cancer.</span><br />
<span style="color: black;">So it only makes sense that a non-toxic compound with an extremely high pH has been used by natural healers and doctors alike, in conjunction with modern medicine, to prevent, treat, and sometimes REVERSE the tragic effects we experience in our toxic, acidic environments (I’m actually talking about our bodies.)</span><br />
<span style="color: black;">So I wanted to put together <strong>11 powerful uses of baking soda</strong>. Baking soda is non-toxic, but DO make sure you purchase the Aluminum free baking soda, and always consult your physician. (ALWAYS MAKE SURE IT’S ALUMINUM FREE)</span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><strong>Antacid for Heartburn</strong> – After eating too fast, or something spicy or acidic, our stomach acid can have unpredictable reactions, and splash up into our esophagus. A teaspoon of baking soda in 250 ml of water can help neutralize and calm your heartburn.</span><br />
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<span style="color: black;"><strong>Make a Bath Soak</strong> – I’ve said it a thousand times. We are what we ABSORB. A baking soda bath can help alkalize and detoxify your skin, and other areas of your body that you don’t pay much attention to. You can mix about 5 tablespoons of baking soda into your full bath tub and enjoy a detoxifying soak.</span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><strong>Clean Baby Clothes</strong> – Several detergents contain heavy metals and other toxins. The stain removing and odor fighting agents are often extremely acidic and harmful to human skin, especially toddlers and children. Mix 1 tablespoon of baking soda with one cup of water and use to scrub out those beet juice stains!</span><br />
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<span style="color: black;"><strong>Vegetable and Fruit Scrubbing</strong> – Even though we’ve talked about the benefits of shopping at organic farmers and markets, you still want to clean your fruits and vegetables before eating them. Unless you enjoy soap flavored salads, I wouldn’t recommend soaping your produce. You can scrub each vegetable or fruit with baking soda instead.</span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><strong>Deodorize Shoes</strong> – Instead of spraying air fresheners from poisonous aerosol cans into your shoes, enabling the soles of your feet to absorb harmful chemicals, you can sprinkle in some baking soda. </span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><strong>Treat Bug Bites</strong> – Remember when we were kids and we’d run and play from sun-up to sun-down, and even beyond? Remember when the older kids stayed out even later? Like even AFTER the street lights came on? Man, they were rebels. They also got bit up like crazy by mosquitos, but they’d be out the next night just the same. They knew something I didn’t: they rubbed toothpaste on their insect bites. It was the baking soda inside that treated and reduced the itching.</span><br />
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<span style="color: black;"><strong>Under-Arm Deodorant</strong> – I’ve talked about this before, but in case you haven’t heard, there are plenty of people “up-in-arms” (get it?) about the ingredients in their deodorant or anti-perspirants. Harmful chemicals like aluminum have overwhelmingly been linked to cancer. Try sprinkling some baking soda under there instead of clogging your pores with toxins.</span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><strong>Toothpaste</strong> – We talked about the horrific side effects of a lifelong fluoride poisoning. You can bypass that tragedy by mixing 1 teaspoon of baking soda with 1 teaspoon of water and using as toothpaste.</span><br />
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<span style="color: black;"><strong>Apple Cider Vinegar and Baking Soda Tonic</strong> – We’ve talked about the incredible benefits of RAW, ORGANIC apple cider vinegar, like regulating the probiotics in your gut, boosting immunity etc. Mixing it with baking soda counter-acts the acidity of the ACV, making it easier on digestion. Mix 1 tablespoon of ACV, with 1 teaspoon of baking soda, into 1 tall glass of water.</span><br />
<span style="color: black;"><strong>Spray on Garden Plants</strong> – There’s a ton of debate about pesticides and their harmful effects on us and our environment. Well, there is no debate. They are terrible. There is, however, some debate about mold, worms, and other insects on our produce. Should we “let them be” or find a non-toxic way to “take care of them?” If you take the second route, baking soda may be helpful. Dilute 4 teaspoons of baking soda with 1 gallon of water and gently mist onto your plants. This will discourage bugs and fungi from invading your food.</span><br />
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<span style="color: black;"><strong>PREVENT AND TREAT CANCER WITH A BAKING SODA & LEMON TONIC</strong>! Yes, I said it, and NO, I don’t regret it. The comments from the lovely, incredible, wonderful people in this community have been overwhelming. </span><br />
<span style="color: black;">SEVERAL cancer survivors have commented on this very blog, and thousands around the world are sharing their incredible stories about the Good fight. Patients everywhere, with the consent of their physicians, are warding off and destroying cancer with nutritious and alkalizing compounds like lemon and baking soda. Several studies suggest that cancer can not thrive or even survive when our bodies are in the pH balance. </span><br />
<span style="color: black;">Let’s keep it there, shall we? Try mixing 1 teaspoon of baking soda with half a lemon into 8 ounces of purified water. Drink this first thing in the morning like I do, and make it a part of your lifestyle. I certainly noticed a change in my digestion, appetite, and general immunity after making this a habit. </span><br />
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<span style="color: black;">In honor of <strong>Breast Cancer Awareness month</strong>, we would like to send a juicer to someone to help fight and prevent this disease. Please leave a comment below if breast cancer has personally affected you, your life, or a loved one, and the Fitlife community will do it’s best to support and encourage you, and we will register you to win the juicer.</span><br />
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<span style="color: black;">As we’ve talked about a million times, I’m not here telling you to ignore your doctor, but rather to provide some additional information on how to combine a nutritious diet with modern medicine, to give yourself the best fighting chance in preventing and treating this disease. There are a TON more cleanses and detoxes that help us alkalize, purify and detoxify our body for optimum health and happiness within the <strong>Juice With Drew System</strong>.</span><br />
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<br />SWAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15958570544792695728noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3099576869362801899.post-18641254862755452412015-09-09T22:56:00.000-07:002015-09-09T22:56:01.471-07:00Six natural remedies for lowering blood pressure fast<a href="http://cdn.complete-health-and-happiness.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/lowerblood.gif"><img alt="lowerblood" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-4784" height="407" src="http://cdn.complete-health-and-happiness.com/wp-content/uploads/2015/08/lowerblood.gif" width="800" /></a><br />
High blood pressure is no longer just an affliction of the elderly, as more than one-third of young people between the ages of 16 and 34 are now said to suffer from some form of hypertension. And a recent study out of California revealed that, if left unchecked, this cardiovascular malady, even in its mild form, can lead to premature aging and brain damage<br />
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The conventional solution to this growing health epidemic is to simply take more blood pressure medications like angiotensin-receptor blockers, which have been <a href="http://abcnews.go.com/Health/HypertensionNews/study-links-popular-blood-pressure-drugs-cancer/story?id=10909261" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">scientifically linked to causing cancer</span></a> and other serious health problems. But the alternative route, which should really just be called the common-sense route, is to eat more foods and herbs that naturally lower blood pressure without causing any harmful side effects.<br />
Here are six natural and quick remedies that will help you keep your blood pressure in check, and avoid the long-term health pitfalls associated with prolonged hypertension:<br />
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<b>1) Raw almonds</b>. Eating just a handful of truly raw almonds every day can make a significant difference in keeping your <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/blood_pressure.html"><span style="color: #999999;">blood pressure</span></a> levels in check. A key component of the <i>Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension</i> Diet, also known as DASH, raw almonds are rich in monounsaturated fats, which have been scientifically proven to <a href="http://www.dailymail.co.uk/health/article-1080555/Almonds---youd-nuts-eat-them.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">help lower blood cholesterol levels</span></a>, reduce arterial inflammation, and ultimately lower blood pressure levels.<br />
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Even though they are high in fat and calories, almonds also help promote weight loss and the building of lean muscle mass, which means they naturally promote healthy circulation. When eaten in conjunction with other blood pressure-lowering nuts like walnuts, almonds are <a href="http://voices.yahoo.com/almond-walnut-diet-cardiovascular-health-and-6858202.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">one of the most powerful cardiovascular “superfoods”</span></a> available.<br />
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<b>2) Cayenne pepper</b>. Arguably one of the fastest foods to lower blood pressure, cayenne pepper is a powerful vasodilator, which means it helps expand blood vessels and improve blood flow. This effect naturally lowers <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/blood.html"><span style="color: #999999;">blood</span></a> pressure levels by increasing the rate at which blood flows throughout the circulatory system, which in turn takes some of the pressure off arterial walls.<br />
Mixing one or two teaspoons of cayenne pepper <a href="http://naturalsociety.com/home-remedies-for-high-blood-pressure/" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">in either warm water or tea with both honey and aloe vera</span></a> is a powerful homemade remedy for alleviating hypertension. If this beverage is too spicy for your tastes, taking cayenne pepper capsule supplements is another great option for lowering blood pressure naturally.<br />
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<b>3) Coconut water</b>. Rich in potassium, electrolytes, and other important nutrients, coconut water has been shown to help significantly lower blood pressure levels in most of the people that drink it. A recent study published in the <i>West Indian Medical Journal</i> found that drinking coconut water helped 71 percent of participants achieve a significant reduction in systolic pressure, and 29 percent of participants achieve a significant reduction in diastolic pressure. The results were even more amplified when participants drank both coconut water and mauby, a tropical drink made from buckthorn tree bark.<br />
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<b>4) Raw <a href="http://cacao.naturalnews.com/"><span style="color: #999999;">cacao</span></a></b>. Rich in flavonoids and other anti-inflammatory nutrients, raw cacao is another food-based weapon against hypertension that you will want to keep readily stocked in your health arsenal. Not only do the flavonoids in cacao function as adaptogens to help the body better deal with stress, which is a common cause of hypertension, but they also help regulate stress hormone levels throughout the body, which play a critical role in blood pressure regulation.<br />
Numerous studies have also found that cacao flavonoids demonstrably reduce blood pressure levels upon consumption, resulting in an average blood pressure reduction of 4.7/2.8 millimeters of mercury (mmHg). Cacao flavonoids also help protect the body against stroke and heart disease, which are commonly linked to high blood pressure.<br />
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<b>5) Turmeric</b>. Modern science is just barely hitting the tip of the iceberg concerning the superfood capacity of <a href="http://turmeric.naturalnews.com/"><span style="color: #999999;">turmeric</span></a>, also commonly known as curcumin. But one of the herb’s already known benefits concerns its abilities to significantly decrease inflammation throughout the body, which is a primary cause of high cholesterol and even high blood pressure. By actively reducing inflammation, turmeric helps <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/035615_turmeric_heart_curcumin.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">improve cardiovascular function</span></a> and maintain healthy blood flow.<br />
When taken alongside non-irradiated black pepper, the primary active ingredient of which is piperine, turmeric is a powerhouse at loosening up blood vessels and clearing the buildup that often leads to high blood pressure. Turmeric is also <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/035465_blood_thinners_alternatives_Coumadin.html" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">a natural blood thinner</span></a>, which is another way this powerful herb aids in the fight against hypertension.<br />
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<b>6) Garlic</b>. A 2010 study out of Australia found that garlic is another powerful food-based medicine that <a href="http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/health-11767440" target="_blank"><span style="color: #999999;">naturally lowers cholesterol levels and reduces blood pressure</span></a>. Taking garlic tablets or capsule supplements is a great way to regularly consume the herb in high enough amounts to derive significant benefits.<br />
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SWAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15958570544792695728noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3099576869362801899.post-8514949486404034632015-09-06T15:43:00.000-07:002015-09-06T15:43:12.141-07:00Chinese Plant Compound Wipes Out Cancer in 40 Days, Says New Research<a href="http://rawforbeauty.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/lei_zps1559cd97.jpg"><img alt="lei_zps1559cd97" class="aligncenter size-full wp-image-37158" height="399" src="http://rawforbeauty.com/blog/wp-content/uploads/2013/06/lei_zps1559cd97.jpg" width="600" /></a><br />
A little-known plant with a truly bizarre name is now making headlines as a cancer killer, with the compound of the plant vanishing tumors in mice with pancreatic cancer.<br />
Known as the ‘thunder god vine’ or lei gong teng, the Chinese plant is actually integrated into Chinese medicine and has been used for ages in remedying a number of conditions including rheumatoid arthritis.<br />
According to the new research out of the University of Minnesota’s Masonic Cancer Center, the thunder god plant compound led to no signs of tumors after a 40 day period — even after discontinuing the treatment. Published in the journal Science Translational Medicine and funded by the National Institutes of Health, even the scientists working on the project were stunned by the anti-cancer properties of the compound. Known to contain something known as triptolide, which has been identified as a cancer fighter in previous research, it is thought to be the key component that may be responsible for the anti-tumor capabilities.<br />
Study leader and vice chairman of research at the Cancer Center explained to Bloomberg how he was blown away by the effects of the simple plant:<br />
“This drug is just unbelievably potent in killing tumor cells,” he said.<br />
And just like with numerous other powerful substances like turmeric and ginger, mainstream science is still slowly confirming what many traditional practitioners have known for their entire lives. This is, of course, due to the fact that there is simply no money for major corporations in researching the healing powers of natural herbs and compounds such as the compound found in the thunder god vine. Turmeric and ginger, for example, have been found to be amazing anti-cancer substances that are virtually free compared to expensive and dangerous cancer drugs.<br />
Nevertheless, the Big Pharma sponsored corporate scientists have managed to ignore these spices as much as possible. In fact, they have even been caught time and time again faking thousands of studies to fraudulently demonstrate the supposed value of pharmaceutical drugs pushed by major pharma juggernauts — many of which are later forced to pay millions in fines which only slightly stack up against their billions in profits.<br />
Profits that are threatened by the many real studies that were performed by scientists examining the rejeuvenating power of cheap ingredients like turmeric, which has been found by peer-reviewed research available on PubMed to positively influence over 590 conditions.<br />
While it is great news that this study is bringing the beneficial effects of inexpensive and near-free plant compounds to light, the bad news is that the individuals responsible for the research are actually looking to create a pharmaceutical drug from the essential component triptolide. A drug that will seek FDA approval and ultimately be patented, nutritionally ruined, and sold for exorbitant amounts of cash. Instead, just get your hands on some thunder god vine for yourself.<br />
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See More : <a href="http://rawforbeauty.com/blog/chinese-plant-compound-wipes-out-cancer-in-40-days-says-new-research.html">http://rawforbeauty.com/blog/chinese-plant-compound-wipes-out-cancer-in-40-days-says-new-research.html</a><br />
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Source: <a href="http://naturalsociety.com/chinese-plant-compound-cancer-research/">Natural Society</a>SWAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15958570544792695728noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3099576869362801899.post-3334022123481533902015-08-29T05:00:00.001-07:002015-08-29T05:00:27.794-07:00Home Remedies for Addison’s Disease<em>Reposting from Organicfacts.net</em><br />
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Some of the home remedies for Addison’s Disease include the use of ginger, licorice, ginseng, green tea, turmeric, ashwaghanda plant, reishi mushrooms, milk thistle extract, astragalus, and echinacea, as well as certain lifestyle changes and behaviors such as tai chi, meditation, and yoga.<br />
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<a href="http://www.eje-online.org/content/76/1/127.short" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6a9a1f; font-family: inherit;">Addison’s disease</span></a><span style="font-family: inherit;"> is a rare, hormone-related disease that affects your body’s ability to create and release cortisol and other adrenal hormones. It is also known as chronic adrenal deficiency, hypocorticolism, and hypoadrenalism. Since it is related to the hormones, it is considered an endocrinal condition, and unfortunately, there is no cure, simply lifetime treatment.</span><br />
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<span style="font-family: inherit;">The majority of cases of </span><a href="http://journals.lww.com/md-journal/Citation/1981/09000/Two_Types_of_Autoimmune_Addison_s_Disease.3.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6a9a1f; font-family: inherit;">Addison’s disease are auto-immune</span></a><span style="font-family: inherit;">, meaning that the body’s own immune system destroys an essential part of the adrenal cortex, severely impairing the body’s ability to produce certain hormones. While supplemental hormone replacement therapy and regular cortisol tablets or hydrocortison/prednisone supplements can keep the condition at bay so you can live a somewhat normal life, people suffering from Addison’s disease will battle it for the rest of their life in some form, and must be particularly careful when suffering any illness, trauma, surgery, or something else which may affect the efficacy or general health of the body.</span><br />
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Symptoms of Addison’s Disease</h2>
<a href="http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC1578871/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6a9a1f;">Adrenal hormones</span></a> are important for the body’s fight or flight response, as well as our general behavior and even out psychological function. For this reason, it is important to diagnose the disease at the earliest sign so proper treatment can be pursued, rather than waiting for the disease to turn into the more serious form of Addison’s crisis. To that end, we must understand the symptoms. Some of the precursors or most common symptoms of Addison’s disease are as follow.<br />
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If diagnosed properly, it can be managed, but many people do not recognize the symptoms until it is too late and the body has already been damaged in a serious way. Fortunately, there are some herbal and natural remedies to perform at home that can help if you are suffering from Addison’s disease.<br />
However, Addison’s disease should not be taken lightly, and consultation with a doctor before beginning any herbal or natural treatments is highly recommended. There are effective pharmaceutical options, as well as supplements to boost your cortisol and adrenaline levels to their proper levels, thereby making the disease more tolerable. However, if the condition turns to <a href="http://www.eje-online.org/content/162/1/115.short" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6a9a1f;">Addison’s crisis,</span></a> the body suffers from extremely low blood pressure and commonly falls into a coma. That is why treatment of this rare disease must be taken very seriously, and herbale or natural remedies should be seen as a supplementary or complementary solution.<br />
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<strong>Ginger:</strong> Ginger is a useful herb to treat both the symptoms and the condition itself. It is a calming agent, and also soothes the intestinal issues and discomfort that so often accompany Addison’s disease. It stimulates bowel movements and also <a href="http://journals.lww.com/greenjournal/Abstract/2004/04000/A_Randomized_Controlled_Trial_of_Ginger_to_Treat.6.aspx" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6a9a1f;">stops nausea</span></a>. Ginger can be consumed in food as well as in the form of ginger tea. This is a common herbal elements of Addison’s disease treatment.<br />
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<strong>Tai Chi, Yoga, and Meditation:</strong> As mentioned, there are also certain lifestyle choices and changes that you can make to better arm yourself against the problem of Addison’s disease. Although some Western forms of medicine still object to the validity of acupuncture,<a href="http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0301051109000726" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6a9a1f;"> yoga</span></a>, tai chi, and meditation as legitimate forms of treatment, Addison’s disease is related to hormone production, and there have been numerous scientific studies linking these Eastern techniques to better mental health and stability, as well as a more balanced system, which includes the regulation of hormones. The personality effects that can come as a part of Addison’s disease can also be alleviated or lessened by things like meditation and yoga.<br />
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<strong>Ginseng and <a href="http://li123-4.members.linode.com/files/The%20Naturopathic%20Approach%20to%20Adrenal%20Dysfunction.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6a9a1f;">Borago: </span></a></strong>These two herbal elements have been suggested in a number of alternative studies for the treatment of Addison’s disease. Since they are closely related to supporting a healthy immune system, they can prevent the autoimmune attacks on the adrenal cortex that causes Addison’s disease in the first place. Any other types of immune-boosting elements in the diet, such as citrus fruits, or those foods that are high in antioxidants, can also help to slow or prevent the disease from getting any worse.<br />
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<strong>Green Tea:</strong> This powerful type of tea is used for many different herbal treatments, but it is known to <a href="http://www.kalesnaturalfoods.com/ns/DisplayMonograph.asp?StoreID=ad5ddb8ed2b24753a27a5747e28d0a62&DocID=condition-fertilityconditions" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6a9a1f;">regulate hormones</span></a> and keep the body’s metabolism functioning properly. Furthermore, it helps to boost the immune system of the body, protecting it against autoimmune attacks.<br />
<strong>Proper Diet and Exercise:</strong> Although this may seem like a natural solution, maintaining a proper diet and always keeping up your exercise is the best way to keep your body and your immune system in good shape. A balanced diet and keeping your body in shape will always boost your defenses against autoimmune diseases, and can also keep your hormones in proper balance so even if you are suffering from Addison’s disease, the effects shouldn’t be as severe. <a href="https://www.addisons.org.uk/info/research/adshg_research/sbsurvey.pdf" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6a9a1f;">Diet and exercise</span></a> should always be used as a complement to both traditional and medical treatments.<br />
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<strong>Turmeric and <a href="http://www.lassens.com/ns/DisplayMonograph.asp?StoreID=v92hgbd7x6sr2lr60g03n0et9mr4bdf3&DocID=condition-kidneyelectrolyte" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"><span style="color: #6a9a1f;">Reishi Mushrooms</span></a>: </strong>In alternative healing of Addison’s disease, both of these foods have been known to help boost the strength of the immune system and increase hormone production, which counteracts the detrimental drop in hormone production that occurs as the adrenal cortex is attacked or weakened by autoimmune cells or other diseases that can cause Addison’s.<br />
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<strong>Astragalus, Milk Thistle, and Echinacea:</strong> These three herbal supplements can be taken or eaten in other forms in order to boost the body against the effects of Addison’s disease. Through a combination of hormonal boosting and immune system strength, these supplements can seriously help complement whatever treatment plan you are following for Addison’s Disease.<br />
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<strong>A Word of Caution:</strong> As mentioned above, there is no cure for Addison’s Disease, meaning that it is very important to seek medical attention and get onto a routine of treatment to maintain some normalcy in your life. Research is ongoing about more permanent solutions, but they are as yet unsuccessful. Therefore, all herbal and home remedies should be seen as supplemental, while regular hormonal boosting tablets or treatments are strongly suggested. Stay Healthy!<br />
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(NaturalNews) Acquire dried herbs to keep at home for minor cuts, bruises, headaches, colds and flu. Assemble a stock of home medicines and keep them with the usual selection of dressings, plasters and cotton balls to use for first aid in treating minor ailments. The more you use simple herbal cures, the easier it will become to treat minor sicknesses at home. Certain herbs taken in excess can be toxic so ensure dosage is correct.<br />
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Keep either dried herbs or their tinctures. Dried herbs should be kept for a year, at the longest, before being replaced. Keep them in clean, screw top glass jars and be sure to label them with the date and contents. Store tinctures in a dark glass bottle for up to three years. Tablets can be substituted and are useful when traveling.<br />
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<b>Herbs useful for coughs, fever, sore throats and headaches</b><br />
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Angelica, echinacea, garlic, ginger and lavender are excellent herbs to keep on hand for fever, sore throats and cold symptoms. Echinacea is especially useful as an immune booster. Limeflowers and rosemary are useful herbs for tension headaches. Store dried mint, parsley and thyme to help alleviate coughs.<br />
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<b>Herbs for rheumatic pain</b><br />
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Angelica, bay and parsley can be taken regularly to get relief from rheumatic pain. Lemon grass is helpful in treating arthritic conditions and rheumatism as it possesses anti-inflammatory and anti-spasmodic properties. Oil obtained from lemon grass can be used directly on painful joints.<br />
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<b>Herbs for insect bites, skin rashes, cuts, bruises, blisters and other skin complaints</b><br />
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Keep basil and parsley for insect bites and stings. Skin rashes and diaper rash respond to <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/herbs.html">herbs</a> such as bay and elder. Comfrey soothes bites and sores. Calendula provides an excellent home-cure for cuts, grazes, minor skin complaints, bruises, blisters, diaper rash and other ailments such as athlete`s foot. Bay helps with skin rashes and bruises.<br />
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Marjoram is useful for diarrhea; both marjoram and thyme help with flatulence. Keep meadowsweet and ginger for acid indigestion. Stock up on mint for abdominal aches and pains. Sage is an excellent <a href="http://www.naturalnews.com/herb.html">herb</a> to use for gastritis and diarrhea.<br />
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<b>Herbs to counter insomnia and fatigue</b><br />
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Valerian, mint, limeflower and lavender are herbs to keep for insomnia. Chamomile helps with fatigue. Kava is an herb that serves to calm and soothe people who suffer from the anxiety that can <br />
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<b>Herbs for nausea and morning sickness</b><br />
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Ginger helps with travel sickness and morning sickness. Keep fennel and peppermint for bouts of nausea.<br />
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Try to develop a general awareness of health. By preventing minor illnesses from developing into major ones, you will likely be able to avoid visits to your practitioner.<br />
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The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Healing Remedies, C. Normal Shealy, MD, PhD, pages 464 - 467, Published by Harper Collins, 2002 edition<br />
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<a href="http://www.gardensablaze.com/" target="_blank">http://www.gardensablaze.com</a><br />
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<br />SWAhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/15958570544792695728noreply@blogger.com0tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-3099576869362801899.post-23861601446261057102015-07-19T08:37:00.002-07:002015-07-19T08:39:39.401-07:009 'Superfoods' and Drinks That Aren't as Super as You Think<h2>
<span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><em>The Daily Meal spoke with a panel of nutrition experts, many of whom </em></span><a href="http://www.thedailymeal.com/10-dieting-myths-you-have-stop-believing" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><em>tirelessly debunk myths</em></span></a><span style="font-family: Verdana, sans-serif;"><em> about perfect, nutrient-packed foods. We came up with a list of nine superfoods that are not as super as you think: Either the common claims behind them are exaggerated, as with blueberries, or there’s simply very little truth to their health benefits.</em></span></h2>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">B</span><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">lueberries are often thought of as </span><a href="http://www.thedailymeal.com/5-foods-high-antioxidants" target="_blank"><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">antioxidant-rich</span></a><span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;"> powerhouses, and that may be true to a certain extent, but according to Goodness Direct nutritionist Naomi Haynes, other more affordable berries like strawberries and black currants actually contain more antioxidants.</span></div>
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<span style="font-family: Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif;">No, we’re not talking about beer (although wouldn’t it be great if beer were a superfood?). Fermented foods like fish, cultured vegetables, and even certain tangy condiments are often touted as “potent gut detoxifiers.” As always, be careful when you hear the word “detox” being thrown around. Dr. Barry Sears, a bestselling researcher and biochemist, says that you would have to eat a large amount of fermented food for it to have any effect. </span> </div>
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Source: DailyMail: <a href="http://www.msn.com/en-us/health/nutrition/9-superfoods-and-drinks-that-arent-as-super-as-you-think/ss-AAcJjZ8?ocid=UP97DHP&fullscreen=true#image=1">http://www.msn.com/en-us/health/nutrition/9-superfoods-and-drinks-that-arent-as-super-as-you-think/ss-AAcJjZ8?ocid=UP97DHP&fullscreen=true#image=1</a></div>
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