The information below was taken from several magazine articles. I am not a doctor, herbalist, dermatologist, or any "ologist" at all. I am not recommending that you use these things and certainly don't guarantee that they work the way it says. I simply put the information out there, so you can use your own little brain to decide if it is something you are interested in. If it is something I have tried, I will also put that down, as well as the results. I have to say, however, that the countries where these things are grown, must be the happiest, healthiest, most youthful looking people on earth! (That is me being sarcastic, by the way!)
HERBS:
Lavender - The clean fresh scent of this herb is supposed to increase the brain waves associated with relaxation. The flowers are edible and can be used to flavor butter, salads, vinegar, fruit salad, or jelly. The flavor is fairly pungent, so use in very small amounts.
Thyme - The scent of this herb reportedly sharpens your senses and energizes your nervous system.
Mint - Using some crushed mint in your iced or hot tea calms an upset stomach and the menthol in the mint helps soothe upper respiratory ailments. They say that just a whiff of mint can relieve headaches and relieve nausea.
Basil - Believed to help soothe the nerves, enhance mental clarity, and ward off depression. Infused basil oil is great on veggies, bread, and pasta. Just put a clean basil leaf in a clean bottle, cover with warm oil and seal. Let sit in a cool dark place for two weeks then strain and use.
Parsley - Loaded with vitamins A, K and C, and antioxidants which boost the immune system and ease pains. It will also get rid of bad breath at the end of a meal. (I always save the parsley on my plate until I'm finished eating and eat it last, makes my mouth feel fresh again).
Sage - Supposedly reduces perspiration and prevents hot flashes. Brown a sage in a little butter and use to season pasta and veggies. In a British study, test volunteers that consumed sage before the test, scored much higher and recalled more words than those who took a placebo. Compounds in sage prevent the breakdown of acetylcholine, a chemical that transmits messages in the brain.
Rosemary - The scent of Rosemary stimulates blood flow to the brain resulting in an oxygen boost which helps the memory.
Oregano - Loaded with antioxidants. Believed to be effective in fighting bacteria including those that can cause staph infection or e.coli.
HERBS FROM THE RAIN FOREST:
Catuaba - The bark of this Brazilian tree has a long history of use for calming nerves. It is used to treat anxiety, stress, insomnia, fatigue, and forgetfulness.
Chanca piedra - Enhances liver and kidney function, lowers blood pressure and fights pain. Breaks up kidney and gall stones.
Stevia - Contains natural compounds called glycosides that are 300 times sweeter than sugar, has zero calories and lowers blood sugar.
Pau d'arco - Boosts white blood cells, which revs immunity and kills bacteria and fungi. Fights off infections and is packed with immunity boosting antioxidants and flavonoids like co-enzyme Q10. Researchers are studying it for possible cures to cancer and HIV.
Sangre de grado - The bright red resin has a rich array of flavonoids to rejuvenate skin cells and stimulate collagen production. It is also an antibacterial, anti fungal and antiviral, so it helps with bites, stings, cuts, and abrasions.
Camu camu - A tart berry with the highest concentration of vitamin C of any food. It is also packed with lutein, valine, and serine, which are amino acids that help regulate moods.
Cat's claw - In an Australian study of Rheumatoid arthritis patients, cat's claw slashed their swelling, pain and stiffness in half. There are no side effects to using Cat's claw. Cat's claw targets all the pain causing enzymes instead of just one that Ibuprofen or acetaminophen does.
SEEDS, GRAINS AND SPICES:
Quinoa - It is a plant seed related to the leafy greens family! But we use it as a grain which is nutritionally superior to rice, oats, corn, pasta, and wheat. It has twice as much protein and all nice essential amino acids.
Paprika - The capsicum in paprika boosts saliva and stomach acid which help break down your food and ease digestion. Made from chile's and hot peppers, it also helps blood circulation, regulates blood pressure, and can kill bacteria on contact. Red paprika is the mildest, yellow is the spiciest.
Ginger - Great for nausea and headaches. Powdered ginger can relieve symptoms within 30 minutes. Just make yourself some ginger tea or have some ginger cookies!
Cinnamon - In one study diabetes patients who had just 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon daily saw their blood sugar plunge by 30% and had lower cholesterol levels and fewer fat lipids in their blood than non-cinnamon eaters. Additionally, a recent study found that taking half a teaspoon of cinnamon with a tablespoon of honey each day can relieve arthritis pain in as little as a week.
NOTE: As I was typing all this stuff out, I started to develop a headache and, as well, my arthritic hand was feeling tight as a drum. So, I made myself a "tea" using just 2 thin slices of fresh ginger root, about 1/4 teaspoon of cinnamon and a couple teaspoons of honey. Amazingly, my headache disappeared in about 10 minutes, my hand loosened up and my coughing nearly stopped too!)
Vanilla - Appears to aid in a peaceful rested sleep. Patients who slept in a vanilla scented room fell asleep faster and felt better rested than those who slept in an unscented room.
Allspice - Contrary to popular belief, Allspice is a berry, not a combo of cinnamon, nutmeg and cloves! It contains eugenol, an essential oil that boosts circulation and warms the body. It also kills fungi and bacteria.
Cloves - The scent of cloves, according to researchers in Tokyo, increases beta waves in the front of the brain, leading to more alertness, concentration and energy.
Sunflower seeds - Boost your mood! Contains folic acid, b vitamins, and magnesium.
Flax Seeds - Balance mood swings. Ground flax seeds have hormone-like compounds that make progesterone work more efficiently, brightening your mood.
Sesame Seeds - Lower cholesterol and high blood pressure. Top source of lignans, compounds that block the absorption of cholesterol in the intestines.
FRUITS AND VEGETABLES:
Yacon - A cross between and apple and a watermelon, it is referred to as a vegetable! (I'm so confused!) Scientists have learned it regulates blood sugar levels and the Incas drank the leaves as a tea during meals to avoid energy crashes. Scientists are now studying it as a potential diabetes cure. It grows in the Andes.
Goldenberries - A sweet and chewy snack that tastes like raisins. They are loaded with vitamin A, B vitamins, fiber, bioflavonoids, and 16% of your daily protein needs. They grow in the Andes.
Quandong - Sweet and tangy it's sometimes called the desert Peach. Loaded with vitamin C and considered to be the oldest fruit on earth. It is a source of santalbic acid, a unique fatty acid that kills germs, relieves inflammation and helps flush toxins from your system. It is found in the Australian outback.
Tomatillos - loaded with antioxidants, including Vitamin A, vitamin K, folic acid and potassium. According to research at the U of Illinois, a compound in the veggie causes human cancer cells to stop dividing and disintegrate.
PLANTS AND FLOWERS:
Geraniums - Activates the brain region that regulates hormones, reducing anxiety and irritability. Also - mosquitoes hate the fragrance, so they're nice to have in the sitting area of your back patio.
Creeping Charlie - As you are ripping this ground ivy out of your yard, put some of the roots, flowers, and leaves into an old (clean) sock and tie the sock over your bathtub faucet so the hot water will pour over the sock. Soak for about 20 min and it should relieve your sciatica, lower back pain and any other back pain.... it will also leave your skin softer because of it's natural emollients! (I would wash the roots myself before letting them drain into my bathwater, but the instructions don't say that).
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Friday, October 1, 2010
Sunday, April 4, 2010
Herbs and Other Stuff
The Olive W Garvey Center for Healing Arts in Kansas tells us that the Ashwagandha, an Indian plant, balances your hormones when your stressed and increases stamina. The plant has chemicals, like adrenaline and also contains Anolide. They recommend 200 - 500mg daily.
Add Rosemary to your meal to soothe a sore throat and help quell a cough. The eucalyptol loosen chest congestion and the herb is rich in anti-inflammatory tannins.
Add 2 teaspoons of Oregano to your meal to reduce or eliminate menstrual cramping. The herb has thymol and carvacrol in it which relax uterine muscles.
They say Dill, with it's limonene works as well as prescription antibiotics at killing harmful intestinal bacteria such as e. Coli.
To relieve sinus congestion and pressure, add some Cayenne to your meal. The Capsaicin in cayenne deactivates substance P, a neurotransmitter linked to inflammation.
To ease chronic fatigue, joint pain, and depression, add some Cilantro to your food. The carboxylic acid in it binds to heavy metals such as mercury in the blood and carries them out of the body reversing the toxin buildup.
The curcumin in Curry inhibits the body's production of prostaglandin E2, an inflammatory compound that over sensitizes nerves. This is supposed to work as well in relieving joint and muscle pain as effectively as prescription medications.
Feeling bloated? The apiol and myristicin in Parsley is a natural diuretic that prevents salt from being reabsorbed into body tissue, which causes water retention.
The eugenol and rosmarinic acid in Basil boost the brains production of dopamine and serotonin, although the happier effects might not be noticed for 3 days or so of using it.
Ginger's gingerol and shogaol calm disgestive tract spasms to reduce nausea better than motion sickness drugs according to Brigham Young University.
The Duke Integrative Medicine in Durham NC says that the use of Butterbur has been shown to be as effective as Allegra or Zyrtec for the relief of allergies. It blocks both histamine and leukotriene, two chemicals that trigger swelling in the nasal passages. It can take several weeks for it to build up in your system, so you would need to start taking 50 - 70mg of extract, twice daily, before the allergy season begins. NOTE: The raw plant contains liver harming compounds so you will have to buy some that is "PA free".
For relief of allergy-related congestion, eucalyptus or peppermint essential oil can help... you breathe it, don't eat it.
Constipated? Drink lots of water and gnaw on a couple Kiwi. The Kiwi fruit is loaded with enzymes that have a mild laxative effect.
Skimping on green vegetables can trigger a round of "the blues". Greens are rich in folate, a B vitamin, that kick starts the production of serotonin, the brain's own potent antidepressant.
The complex carbohydrates in fruit increase the production of mood-boosting brain chemical by as much as 50%. Eat fruit regulary, any fruit, to help avoid "the blues".
Here's another miracle plant: Rhodiola. It thrives in super-cold, dry climates and is full of phytonutrients that can help you beat fatigue, beat stress, lose weight, and protect your heart.
It energizes your brain cells by taking , boosts serotonin, revs up calorie burn and makes your heart work more efficiently.
Here's a good one: Beer helps you recover faster from a workout!! LOL It is better than water at rehydrating and re-energizing your body after an exhausting workout, according to the Granada University in Spain.
According to the University of Quebec scientists, the smell of baking cookies (or any sweet scent) reduces the activity in the part of the brain responsible for sensing pain.
Researchers in Scotland tell us to drink a can of our favorite soda pop (not diet soda pop) to sharpen the memory. The sugar activates the hippocampus, your brain's memory center.
Roses add elegant beauty to any room and are rich in calming chemicals called esters that reduce conflict and negative emotions.
Studies show that the sweet scent of Jasmine sedates the nervous system, taking the edge off negative feelings, insomnia and headaches.
The scent of Lavender increases alpha waves in your brain, which are associated with relaxation.
Relieve your allergies with a Rubber Plant. Their high humidity content draws dust and allergens like a magnet so they stick to the plant's leaves instead of lingering in the air and irritating you.
The Golden Pothos plants are adept at absorbing benzene, found in plastics, furniture wax and tabacco smoke, which cause drowsiness and dizzyness.
A Snake plant works overnight to lower levels of carbon dioxide, keeping your oxygen levels higher during the day - or keeping the air quality cleaner.
Freshen up the bathroom with Peace Lilies. They are one of hte best at absorbing chemical vapors licke acetone (nail polish remover) and the alcohol used in hair products and household cleansers.
The lovely Dracaena will gobble up odors and the toxin TCE found in paints, lacquers, varnishes and adhesives.
The Orchid will rid your room of headache causing culprits like cigarette smoke, paints, ammonia, dry cleaning chemicals, plastics and cosmetics.
The tropical Bromeliad, unlike most plants, gives off oxygen during the night instead of during the day, helping you breathe easier overnight.
A nice Boston fern removes formaldehyde from the air. A toxin often found in furniture, clothes, and carpeting which can trigger asthma symptons and irritate the eys, nose and throat.
A pretty English Ivy plant will remove up to 60% of airborne mold from musty basements, damp laundry rooms and anywhere else mositure collects and becomes a breeding ground for molds.
The Bamboo plant not only is supposed to bring good luck, but it cleans the air of benzene, formaldehyde and TCE. They also pump moisture into the air, especially helpful during the cool months when heating systems dry the air.
The Philodendron will help remove formaldehyde fumes often found in new rugs and carpets.
Oh those Hollywood women! Here's some beauty tips they say they use:
1. Brush your teeth with strawberries mashed up with a little baking powder to make a paste. It makes your teeth whiter.
2. Spritz your face with milk and water to make wrinkles stay at bay.
3. Eat two Tablespoons of Apple Cider Vinegar before meals to lose belly fat.
4. Brew up a pot of coffee, let it cool, then pour on your shampooed and towel-dried hair, let it sit for 20 minutes then rinse it off. Your brunette locks will be deeper, richer, and shinier.
5. Pour a cup of red wine in your bath to get softer more luxurious feeling skin.
6. Give yourself a facial of powdered vitamin C mixed with 1 Tablespoon of water to get that youthful look.
7. Soften and moisturize your skin with a sugar rub. Mix some sugar with your usual cleanser and use as you normally would.
And last, but not least:
If you are needing to focus and find some peace in your world, take a walk through a labyrinth. When you walk in a circle, you mind slows down and you are able to meditate on each curve and step you take. This pushes our logical left brain out of the way and allows you to think more creatively! Go for a virtual walk, if you don't have a Labyrinth handy, at The Labyrinth Society.
Still need some solutions? Stare at a mandala. The Buddhists and Hindus use the brightly colored circular design to focus on a problem. The creative side of your brain, the right side, is stimulated to "see" solutions that the logical left side of your brain can't. Download mandalas at Free-printable-mandala-coloring-pages or at Coloring Castles.
Add Rosemary to your meal to soothe a sore throat and help quell a cough. The eucalyptol loosen chest congestion and the herb is rich in anti-inflammatory tannins.
Add 2 teaspoons of Oregano to your meal to reduce or eliminate menstrual cramping. The herb has thymol and carvacrol in it which relax uterine muscles.
They say Dill, with it's limonene works as well as prescription antibiotics at killing harmful intestinal bacteria such as e. Coli.
To relieve sinus congestion and pressure, add some Cayenne to your meal. The Capsaicin in cayenne deactivates substance P, a neurotransmitter linked to inflammation.
To ease chronic fatigue, joint pain, and depression, add some Cilantro to your food. The carboxylic acid in it binds to heavy metals such as mercury in the blood and carries them out of the body reversing the toxin buildup.
The curcumin in Curry inhibits the body's production of prostaglandin E2, an inflammatory compound that over sensitizes nerves. This is supposed to work as well in relieving joint and muscle pain as effectively as prescription medications.
Feeling bloated? The apiol and myristicin in Parsley is a natural diuretic that prevents salt from being reabsorbed into body tissue, which causes water retention.
The eugenol and rosmarinic acid in Basil boost the brains production of dopamine and serotonin, although the happier effects might not be noticed for 3 days or so of using it.
Ginger's gingerol and shogaol calm disgestive tract spasms to reduce nausea better than motion sickness drugs according to Brigham Young University.
The Duke Integrative Medicine in Durham NC says that the use of Butterbur has been shown to be as effective as Allegra or Zyrtec for the relief of allergies. It blocks both histamine and leukotriene, two chemicals that trigger swelling in the nasal passages. It can take several weeks for it to build up in your system, so you would need to start taking 50 - 70mg of extract, twice daily, before the allergy season begins. NOTE: The raw plant contains liver harming compounds so you will have to buy some that is "PA free".
For relief of allergy-related congestion, eucalyptus or peppermint essential oil can help... you breathe it, don't eat it.
Constipated? Drink lots of water and gnaw on a couple Kiwi. The Kiwi fruit is loaded with enzymes that have a mild laxative effect.
Skimping on green vegetables can trigger a round of "the blues". Greens are rich in folate, a B vitamin, that kick starts the production of serotonin, the brain's own potent antidepressant.
The complex carbohydrates in fruit increase the production of mood-boosting brain chemical by as much as 50%. Eat fruit regulary, any fruit, to help avoid "the blues".
Here's another miracle plant: Rhodiola. It thrives in super-cold, dry climates and is full of phytonutrients that can help you beat fatigue, beat stress, lose weight, and protect your heart.
It energizes your brain cells by taking , boosts serotonin, revs up calorie burn and makes your heart work more efficiently.
Here's a good one: Beer helps you recover faster from a workout!! LOL It is better than water at rehydrating and re-energizing your body after an exhausting workout, according to the Granada University in Spain.
According to the University of Quebec scientists, the smell of baking cookies (or any sweet scent) reduces the activity in the part of the brain responsible for sensing pain.
Researchers in Scotland tell us to drink a can of our favorite soda pop (not diet soda pop) to sharpen the memory. The sugar activates the hippocampus, your brain's memory center.
Roses add elegant beauty to any room and are rich in calming chemicals called esters that reduce conflict and negative emotions.
Studies show that the sweet scent of Jasmine sedates the nervous system, taking the edge off negative feelings, insomnia and headaches.
The scent of Lavender increases alpha waves in your brain, which are associated with relaxation.
Relieve your allergies with a Rubber Plant. Their high humidity content draws dust and allergens like a magnet so they stick to the plant's leaves instead of lingering in the air and irritating you.
The Golden Pothos plants are adept at absorbing benzene, found in plastics, furniture wax and tabacco smoke, which cause drowsiness and dizzyness.
A Snake plant works overnight to lower levels of carbon dioxide, keeping your oxygen levels higher during the day - or keeping the air quality cleaner.
Freshen up the bathroom with Peace Lilies. They are one of hte best at absorbing chemical vapors licke acetone (nail polish remover) and the alcohol used in hair products and household cleansers.
The lovely Dracaena will gobble up odors and the toxin TCE found in paints, lacquers, varnishes and adhesives.
The Orchid will rid your room of headache causing culprits like cigarette smoke, paints, ammonia, dry cleaning chemicals, plastics and cosmetics.
The tropical Bromeliad, unlike most plants, gives off oxygen during the night instead of during the day, helping you breathe easier overnight.
A nice Boston fern removes formaldehyde from the air. A toxin often found in furniture, clothes, and carpeting which can trigger asthma symptons and irritate the eys, nose and throat.
A pretty English Ivy plant will remove up to 60% of airborne mold from musty basements, damp laundry rooms and anywhere else mositure collects and becomes a breeding ground for molds.
The Bamboo plant not only is supposed to bring good luck, but it cleans the air of benzene, formaldehyde and TCE. They also pump moisture into the air, especially helpful during the cool months when heating systems dry the air.
The Philodendron will help remove formaldehyde fumes often found in new rugs and carpets.
Oh those Hollywood women! Here's some beauty tips they say they use:
1. Brush your teeth with strawberries mashed up with a little baking powder to make a paste. It makes your teeth whiter.
2. Spritz your face with milk and water to make wrinkles stay at bay.
3. Eat two Tablespoons of Apple Cider Vinegar before meals to lose belly fat.
4. Brew up a pot of coffee, let it cool, then pour on your shampooed and towel-dried hair, let it sit for 20 minutes then rinse it off. Your brunette locks will be deeper, richer, and shinier.
5. Pour a cup of red wine in your bath to get softer more luxurious feeling skin.
6. Give yourself a facial of powdered vitamin C mixed with 1 Tablespoon of water to get that youthful look.
7. Soften and moisturize your skin with a sugar rub. Mix some sugar with your usual cleanser and use as you normally would.
And last, but not least:
If you are needing to focus and find some peace in your world, take a walk through a labyrinth. When you walk in a circle, you mind slows down and you are able to meditate on each curve and step you take. This pushes our logical left brain out of the way and allows you to think more creatively! Go for a virtual walk, if you don't have a Labyrinth handy, at The Labyrinth Society.
Still need some solutions? Stare at a mandala. The Buddhists and Hindus use the brightly colored circular design to focus on a problem. The creative side of your brain, the right side, is stimulated to "see" solutions that the logical left side of your brain can't. Download mandalas at Free-printable-mandala-coloring-pages or at Coloring Castles.
Sunday, November 1, 2009
Feel Better Stuff
Again, this information is from various Women's magazines and are presented to give you different ideas to help yourself. However, if you have health considerations you should never try anything new without consulting your doctor first.
1. Feel serene in seconds. Log on to zendesk and click on the Buddha machines. Try listening to one sound over and over or play several sounds at once and see what works for you.
2. Enjoy a pineapple shake. The pineapple is the only dietary source of bromelain, an enzyme proven to ease swelling, bruising and inflammation. Core and cut up one Pineapple, pour juice and chunks into a blender and puree'. Add one pint of vanilla ice cream, blend until smooth, pour into tall glasses and enjoy.
3. Cut Alzheimer's risk by having a Bloody Mary or Screwdriver at least three times a week. Compounds in the fruits protect pathways in the brain from being damaged by free radicals, while alcohol triggers the release of a chemical that protects your memory center... according to scientists.
4. Chromium. According to this article, 9 out of 10 of us are low on Chromium. This mineral plays a big role in keeping us trim and healthy. Replenish your Chromium with a daily 400 mcg supplement. You would have to eat a bushel of mushrooms, barley, chickpeas, lentils and broccoli to get as much Chromium as the supplement will give you. Use Chromium picolinate or Chromium polynicotinate.
University of Texas research suggests that a supplement a day can help dieters melt twice as much fat, without losing metabolism-boosting muscle. Chromium makes the body more sensitive to insulin so it shuttles sugar into cells before it damages organs or gets converted into fat. Chromium helps control blood sugar and could prevent diabetes in up to half of the "at risk" people with high levels of glucose.
A Duke University study suggest that taking chromium can cure one in five cases of full blown depression with the side benefit of not overeating or sleeping too much. The chromium signals the brain to produce more of the "happiness" hormone Serotonin.
European studies suggests Chromium helps reduce high blood pressure so arteries are less likely to become damaged, making a heart attack less likely.
Chinese research suggests boosting Chromium levels can lower artery-clogging cholesterol as much as 27 points.
5. Got a sore back?
Adjust the height of your seat so that the top of the computer screen is level with your eyebrows. This will stop you from craning your neck for hours on end causing shoulder and upper back pain.
Most of us ladies carry our purse over the same shoulder every day, which puts a strain on the overused side. Empty that purse out to lighten it up. Alternate shoulders to even out the strain. Switch to a back pack.
If you sleep on your back, put a pillow under your knees so that your lower back curves inot the mattress. If you sleep on your side, put a pillow between your knees so your hips are aligned evenly with your body. If you sleep on your stomach, puta small pillow under your tummy so that your back isn't arched.
Use 1200 mg of Omega 3 fish oil supplements daily, take 2000 IU of vitamin D, use a capsiacin cream that has a .025% capsiacin concentration 4x a day.
6. Ancient Chinese cures for Stress and Anxiety.
Cordyceps - burns fat and makes exercise easier. Mushroom extract.
Ginkgo Bilboa - increase libido and pleasure. Take 120 mg twice a day.
Codonopsis - boosts metabolism. 1 tsp of the extract can double your feelings of energy and vitality within just 48 hours.
Goji berry - Live longer. It triggers the release of a human growth hormone that keeps cells young, is also loaded with antioxidants and amino acids.
Dong quai - eases PMS and menopause symptoms
Gotu kola - eases stress and anxiety within 48 hours wihle improving concentration and focus.
Jiaogulan - soothes the nervous system and regulates melatonin production to prime the body for sleep.
1. Feel serene in seconds. Log on to zendesk and click on the Buddha machines. Try listening to one sound over and over or play several sounds at once and see what works for you.
2. Enjoy a pineapple shake. The pineapple is the only dietary source of bromelain, an enzyme proven to ease swelling, bruising and inflammation. Core and cut up one Pineapple, pour juice and chunks into a blender and puree'. Add one pint of vanilla ice cream, blend until smooth, pour into tall glasses and enjoy.
3. Cut Alzheimer's risk by having a Bloody Mary or Screwdriver at least three times a week. Compounds in the fruits protect pathways in the brain from being damaged by free radicals, while alcohol triggers the release of a chemical that protects your memory center... according to scientists.
4. Chromium. According to this article, 9 out of 10 of us are low on Chromium. This mineral plays a big role in keeping us trim and healthy. Replenish your Chromium with a daily 400 mcg supplement. You would have to eat a bushel of mushrooms, barley, chickpeas, lentils and broccoli to get as much Chromium as the supplement will give you. Use Chromium picolinate or Chromium polynicotinate.
University of Texas research suggests that a supplement a day can help dieters melt twice as much fat, without losing metabolism-boosting muscle. Chromium makes the body more sensitive to insulin so it shuttles sugar into cells before it damages organs or gets converted into fat. Chromium helps control blood sugar and could prevent diabetes in up to half of the "at risk" people with high levels of glucose.
A Duke University study suggest that taking chromium can cure one in five cases of full blown depression with the side benefit of not overeating or sleeping too much. The chromium signals the brain to produce more of the "happiness" hormone Serotonin.
European studies suggests Chromium helps reduce high blood pressure so arteries are less likely to become damaged, making a heart attack less likely.
Chinese research suggests boosting Chromium levels can lower artery-clogging cholesterol as much as 27 points.
5. Got a sore back?
Adjust the height of your seat so that the top of the computer screen is level with your eyebrows. This will stop you from craning your neck for hours on end causing shoulder and upper back pain.
Most of us ladies carry our purse over the same shoulder every day, which puts a strain on the overused side. Empty that purse out to lighten it up. Alternate shoulders to even out the strain. Switch to a back pack.
If you sleep on your back, put a pillow under your knees so that your lower back curves inot the mattress. If you sleep on your side, put a pillow between your knees so your hips are aligned evenly with your body. If you sleep on your stomach, puta small pillow under your tummy so that your back isn't arched.
Use 1200 mg of Omega 3 fish oil supplements daily, take 2000 IU of vitamin D, use a capsiacin cream that has a .025% capsiacin concentration 4x a day.
6. Ancient Chinese cures for Stress and Anxiety.
Cordyceps - burns fat and makes exercise easier. Mushroom extract.
Ginkgo Bilboa - increase libido and pleasure. Take 120 mg twice a day.
Codonopsis - boosts metabolism. 1 tsp of the extract can double your feelings of energy and vitality within just 48 hours.
Goji berry - Live longer. It triggers the release of a human growth hormone that keeps cells young, is also loaded with antioxidants and amino acids.
Dong quai - eases PMS and menopause symptoms
Gotu kola - eases stress and anxiety within 48 hours wihle improving concentration and focus.
Jiaogulan - soothes the nervous system and regulates melatonin production to prime the body for sleep.
Friday, May 15, 2009
Ayurvedic medicine
Ayurvedic medicine is a system of traditional medicine practiced in India and practiced in other parts of the world as "alternative medicine". The word Ayurvedia is translated to mean "the science of life", it is believed to have been around since the 1st millennium BCE.
This information was found in a popular ladies magazine, and, as always, talk to your doctor before taking any new supplements.
Guggul - Studies show that the resin from this tree lowers the "bad" cholesterol by 22% and improves the "good" cholesterol by 35% within 3 months. It also stimulates thyroid function, which causes a boost in metabolism. It is an ingredient in many of today's weight loss products. Recommended does is 25 mg 3 times per day.
Boswellia - Known as the Indian Frankincense, this herb is study-proven to reduce joint pain and swelling as well as any OTC pain reliever. It's anti-inflammatory compounds prevent the breakdown of joint tissue and cartilage that leads to arthritis. It can reduce pain, stiffness and swelling in current arthritis within just 2 weeks.
Tulsi - Also known as Holy Basil, it is NOT the basil in your spice rack. It is proven to cure blue moods and even depression by boosting the production of serotonin and dopamine. It works within 72 hours. Drink a cup or two of Tulsi tea daily.
Neem - The flowering Indian tree has powerful and anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, and antiseptic properties that kill bacteria on contact. It is as effective at preventing plaque and gum disease as its chemical counterpart and can even reverse periodontal disease. It is found in natural toothpastes and mouthwashes.
Ashwagandha - This leafy Indian shrub has been used for relief of anxiety for more than 4,000 years. It lowers blood levels of Cortisol and Adrenaline, which are two stress hormones, and boosts production of GABA in the brain, which is a calming brain chemical. In a Swedish study it found that taking 200mg before bed relieved insomnia in more than 80% of the women in the study.
Turmeric - A new study by Columbia University showed that eating this curry spice can prevent Type 2 diabetes. The active ingredient, Cur cumin, improves glucose and blood sugar levels and reduces the inflammation in the fat and liver cells that can trigger the disease. It also causes weight and fat loss without dieting. To get the benefit, just add a pinch of turmeric to your food each day. It is better absorbed when you eat it in the same meal with black pepper.
Shankhpushpi - (shank-a-push-pee) is a flowering plant that has been used for centuries in India to boost focus and ease anxiety. It works by lowering levels of the stress hormone cortisol in the bloodstream. It improves energy up to 91% and concentration up to 70% within 6 weeks. It helps induce sleep an decrease nervousness about as well as Valium. Recommended dose is two 275mg capsules daily.
Mangosteen - The dark rind of the Mangosteen is loaded with xanthones, antioxidants that lower cholesterol, block cell inflammation and kill bacteria. They are being studied as a cancer cure. Try mangosteen juice or take one 500 mg capsule daily.
This information was found in a popular ladies magazine, and, as always, talk to your doctor before taking any new supplements.
Guggul - Studies show that the resin from this tree lowers the "bad" cholesterol by 22% and improves the "good" cholesterol by 35% within 3 months. It also stimulates thyroid function, which causes a boost in metabolism. It is an ingredient in many of today's weight loss products. Recommended does is 25 mg 3 times per day.
Boswellia - Known as the Indian Frankincense, this herb is study-proven to reduce joint pain and swelling as well as any OTC pain reliever. It's anti-inflammatory compounds prevent the breakdown of joint tissue and cartilage that leads to arthritis. It can reduce pain, stiffness and swelling in current arthritis within just 2 weeks.
Tulsi - Also known as Holy Basil, it is NOT the basil in your spice rack. It is proven to cure blue moods and even depression by boosting the production of serotonin and dopamine. It works within 72 hours. Drink a cup or two of Tulsi tea daily.
Neem - The flowering Indian tree has powerful and anti-inflammatory, anti-viral, and antiseptic properties that kill bacteria on contact. It is as effective at preventing plaque and gum disease as its chemical counterpart and can even reverse periodontal disease. It is found in natural toothpastes and mouthwashes.
Ashwagandha - This leafy Indian shrub has been used for relief of anxiety for more than 4,000 years. It lowers blood levels of Cortisol and Adrenaline, which are two stress hormones, and boosts production of GABA in the brain, which is a calming brain chemical. In a Swedish study it found that taking 200mg before bed relieved insomnia in more than 80% of the women in the study.
Turmeric - A new study by Columbia University showed that eating this curry spice can prevent Type 2 diabetes. The active ingredient, Cur cumin, improves glucose and blood sugar levels and reduces the inflammation in the fat and liver cells that can trigger the disease. It also causes weight and fat loss without dieting. To get the benefit, just add a pinch of turmeric to your food each day. It is better absorbed when you eat it in the same meal with black pepper.
Shankhpushpi - (shank-a-push-pee) is a flowering plant that has been used for centuries in India to boost focus and ease anxiety. It works by lowering levels of the stress hormone cortisol in the bloodstream. It improves energy up to 91% and concentration up to 70% within 6 weeks. It helps induce sleep an decrease nervousness about as well as Valium. Recommended dose is two 275mg capsules daily.
Mangosteen - The dark rind of the Mangosteen is loaded with xanthones, antioxidants that lower cholesterol, block cell inflammation and kill bacteria. They are being studied as a cancer cure. Try mangosteen juice or take one 500 mg capsule daily.
Tuesday, April 28, 2009
Health and Beauty
The scent of the Polynesian flower Ylang-Ylang is reported to have an uplifting, relaxing effect on the subjects who sniffed the flower. You can buy the essential oil at healthfood stores. Put a drop on a cotton ball and when you're feeling a bit down.. take a sniff!
The oil of the Tiare Flower, a gardenia native to Tahiti, called Monoi is reported to be more effective than three of the commerical lotions for softer, firmer skin with fewer fine lines. Pure Monoi oil is available at health food stores or at monoi.org
The root of the South Pacific Kaval has been used for centuries to calm the nervous system and induce sleep. According to Health Myths Exposed, the root has kavalactones that relax the nervous system while boosting levels of the natural antidepressant dopamine. It can be found at drug, health food and grocery stores.
The Polynesian Noni, is a yellow-green fruit with white flesh that has been used by them as a healing fruit for more than 2000 years. It is packed iwth minerals, antioxidants and enxymes. It is said to improve digestion, detoxify the body and boost energy and immunity. It is sold at health-food stores.
Thousands of years before Hops were used in beer, the Irish brewed the flowers as a tea and even stuffed their pillows with them to help them sleep. Scientists have pinpointed natural sedatives in hops that do ease anxiety. Although you find hops in beers, you can get a greater use of their effects without the alcohol, in capsule form, at a health store. (According to legend, hops were also said to improve psychic ability.)
The Celtic cure for joint pain, including arthritis, is nettles. The Druids ate the nettle leaves for relief, but you can get them in capsule form at a health store.
The sacred Druid herb, Hawthorn, is packed with heart-healthy bioflavonoids and studies prove it boosts blood and oxygen tothe heart and lowers blood pressure. It can also destroy deadly blood clots on contact. You can find it in health food stores.
Cut your Cold and Flu short by taking Sambucol Black Elderberry Extract. The elderberry has Anthocyanins, antioxidants that eliminate virus particles. Again, available at health stores.
Irish Moss - once considered so sacred that only Celtic priests were allowed to gather it! It protects teh digestive tract witha coating that reduces inflammation, gas, bloating and heartburn. Its high in Iodine and Vitamin B which regulates thyroid function, boosts metabolism, and energy. Find it in tea form or capsules at Health food stores. Celtic legend say the moss was placed under rugs to ensure a steady flow of luck and money into the home!
I have used the Herbal Healer website frequently when I want to get any oils, capsules, creams etc and their prices are pretty good. Their product seems to be better than alot of places you find online.
The oil of the Tiare Flower, a gardenia native to Tahiti, called Monoi is reported to be more effective than three of the commerical lotions for softer, firmer skin with fewer fine lines. Pure Monoi oil is available at health food stores or at monoi.org
The root of the South Pacific Kaval has been used for centuries to calm the nervous system and induce sleep. According to Health Myths Exposed, the root has kavalactones that relax the nervous system while boosting levels of the natural antidepressant dopamine. It can be found at drug, health food and grocery stores.
The Polynesian Noni, is a yellow-green fruit with white flesh that has been used by them as a healing fruit for more than 2000 years. It is packed iwth minerals, antioxidants and enxymes. It is said to improve digestion, detoxify the body and boost energy and immunity. It is sold at health-food stores.
Thousands of years before Hops were used in beer, the Irish brewed the flowers as a tea and even stuffed their pillows with them to help them sleep. Scientists have pinpointed natural sedatives in hops that do ease anxiety. Although you find hops in beers, you can get a greater use of their effects without the alcohol, in capsule form, at a health store. (According to legend, hops were also said to improve psychic ability.)
The Celtic cure for joint pain, including arthritis, is nettles. The Druids ate the nettle leaves for relief, but you can get them in capsule form at a health store.
The sacred Druid herb, Hawthorn, is packed with heart-healthy bioflavonoids and studies prove it boosts blood and oxygen tothe heart and lowers blood pressure. It can also destroy deadly blood clots on contact. You can find it in health food stores.
Cut your Cold and Flu short by taking Sambucol Black Elderberry Extract. The elderberry has Anthocyanins, antioxidants that eliminate virus particles. Again, available at health stores.
Irish Moss - once considered so sacred that only Celtic priests were allowed to gather it! It protects teh digestive tract witha coating that reduces inflammation, gas, bloating and heartburn. Its high in Iodine and Vitamin B which regulates thyroid function, boosts metabolism, and energy. Find it in tea form or capsules at Health food stores. Celtic legend say the moss was placed under rugs to ensure a steady flow of luck and money into the home!
I have used the Herbal Healer website frequently when I want to get any oils, capsules, creams etc and their prices are pretty good. Their product seems to be better than alot of places you find online.
Tuesday, February 3, 2009
Healing Herbs
Research into the usefulness and value of herbs in healing is proving that the ancient herbs and spices mentioned in the Bible really can help heal health problems according to an article in a popular women's magazine.
Saffron, a Middle Eastern spice, eases depression. It also can help regulate your monthly cycle and increase libido.
Myrrh, a tree resin, eases pain. It has a natural anesthetic property that numbs pain signals in the brain.
Frankincense contains a mood-boosting chemical which eases anxiety and depression. The smoke from frankincense incense also boosts oxygen levels to the brain, giving you a quick energy boost.
Hyssop, an herb used for thousands of years as an antiseptic and disinfectant, treats respiratory problems, allowing you to breathe more readily. Phytochemicals in the flowering plant break up congestion, loosen phlegm, and eases swelling.
Cumin has been used for thousands of years to prevent and ease indigestion. It contains more than 100 chemicals that prevent gas and bloating, stimulate enzymes and flush out toxins from the intestines.
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Helpful teas to use:
Ease heartburn with marshmallow root. It contains a gel-like substance that coats the digestive tract and blocks the stomach acids that cause heartburn.
Holy Basil, not the basil in your spice rack, boosts production of dopamine and serotonin which promote happiness and tranquility.
Dandelion, which we all consider a nuisance weed in our yards, is actually a flowering herb. It can speed up the time it takes your liver to filter out alcohol so you feel much better much faster with your hangover! Additionally, if you know you're going to drink some wine, drink a glass of prickly pear juice about 6 hours before hand and it will extremely reduce or even prevent a hangover entirely.
The Indonesian herb, Gotu Kola, increases concentration and beats fatigue, even if you haven't slept much the night before. It boosts oxygen and circulation to the brain keeping you alert and preventing brain fog.
Oolong tea eases the bloat from overeating and helps flush out excess fluids and sodium.
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From an article in Women's World:
The set of techniques the Chinese believe helps them become in sync with the world and their surroundings, is called Tao, pronounced "dow" and meaning "path or way".
1. Taoism teaches the principle of wu wei, meaning effortless effort. Essentially, it says to follow your gut instinct when making decisions. If you make decisions based on what someone else wants you to do or because it is what you "should do", your own internal resistance can get in the way of success.
2. Taoism urges people to be like water. When water meets an obstacle, it doesn't give up or stop, instead, it flows around, seeps under, or runs over to get to the other side. In other words, don't force your issues, see if you can feel your way around it be seeking alternate solutions to the problems.
3. Don't beat yourself up over mistakes made. Tomorrow is another day, life is a moving journey.
4. Taoism encourages yu, ample amounts of free and easy wandering. Take a few minutes each day to do something fun - play with a pet, call a friend, read a chapter in a book, whatever you feel is fun for you.
5. A Taoist motto says "Talking about a path is not walking a path; thinking about life is not living". When you're stressed, ground yourself by focusing on your actions and senses.... live in the moment and experience it. Focus yourself on the smell of the flowers, the sound of coffee getting chewed up in the grinder, whatever you're doing at the moment.
6. According to the Tao, "the more we realize we're part of the vastness of nature, the easier it is to put problems in perspective and the happier we'll be". This notion could explain the beautiful gardens that are usually seen at Asian homes.
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Cures from the kitchen for stress
Foot bath and massage:
6 c milk, 1/4 c honey, 2 packets of instant oatmeal
Warm the milk and honey. Allow mix to cool until comfortable to the touch. Pour into a large basin then sprinkle in the oatmeal. Dip feet in and massage the oatmeal all over them.
Scalp treatment:
1 Avocado, 1 can coconut milk
Scoop out the fruit into a blender. Pour in the coconut milk and puree. Work the conditioner through your hair and scalp with your finger pads for 10 - 30 minutes. Rinse and style as usual.
Facial:
1 c canned pumpkin, 1 t honey, splash of milk
Blend all the ingredients together and apply to a clean face uisng gentle circular motions (avoid the area around your eyes). Relax for 10 minutes and splash warm water on your face to rinse. Pat dry and moisturize.
Massage away anxiety:
2 -4 drops of vanilla extract, 1/4 c grapeseed oil, 1/4 c glycerine
Pour all ingredients into a resealable bottle and shake vigorously. Drizzle on to the pads of your fingertips. Then, using circular motions, massage your body starting at the base of your neck, the the outside of your shoulders. Massage the center of your palm and gently tug at each finger.
Body Scrub:
2 t cocoa powder, 1 c brown sugar, 1 c sweet almond oil
Blend cocoa and br sugar. Drizzle in oil. In the shower, massage the scrub on warm, wet skin, rinse and pat dry.
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Home Remedies
Asthma:
Drink a cup of coffee! It opens airways and prmotes breating well enough until you can get to you asthma meds. Coffee can prevent asthma attacks altogether.
Cough:
Dark chocolate quiets coughs 33% better than coughmeds containing codeine and lasts a full four hours.
Cold:
Chicken Soup. Yep, Grandma knew best! It helps relieve and even cure a cold.
Eyesight:
Eating just one carrot a day slashes your risk of macular degeneration almost in half. Other orange fruits and vegetables, like sweet potatoes and canaloupe have sight saving beta carotene too.
Hiccups:
Put a teaspoon of white granulated sugar in your mouth and let it dissolve. The granules irritate teh phrenic nerve, which is responsible for the hiccup reflex and cause the diaphragm to immediatley stop spasming.
Burns:
If you get a burn in the kitchen, pour some honey on it. It is more effective at healing and has antibiotic properties that kill the germs that cause infection.
Sore Throat:
Have a piece of pineapple! It's loaded with bromelain and vitamin C. Bromelain is deactivated by heat, so use fresh pineapple, not canned.
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Saffron, a Middle Eastern spice, eases depression. It also can help regulate your monthly cycle and increase libido.
Myrrh, a tree resin, eases pain. It has a natural anesthetic property that numbs pain signals in the brain.
Frankincense contains a mood-boosting chemical which eases anxiety and depression. The smoke from frankincense incense also boosts oxygen levels to the brain, giving you a quick energy boost.
Hyssop, an herb used for thousands of years as an antiseptic and disinfectant, treats respiratory problems, allowing you to breathe more readily. Phytochemicals in the flowering plant break up congestion, loosen phlegm, and eases swelling.
Cumin has been used for thousands of years to prevent and ease indigestion. It contains more than 100 chemicals that prevent gas and bloating, stimulate enzymes and flush out toxins from the intestines.
******************************
Helpful teas to use:
Ease heartburn with marshmallow root. It contains a gel-like substance that coats the digestive tract and blocks the stomach acids that cause heartburn.
Holy Basil, not the basil in your spice rack, boosts production of dopamine and serotonin which promote happiness and tranquility.
Dandelion, which we all consider a nuisance weed in our yards, is actually a flowering herb. It can speed up the time it takes your liver to filter out alcohol so you feel much better much faster with your hangover! Additionally, if you know you're going to drink some wine, drink a glass of prickly pear juice about 6 hours before hand and it will extremely reduce or even prevent a hangover entirely.
The Indonesian herb, Gotu Kola, increases concentration and beats fatigue, even if you haven't slept much the night before. It boosts oxygen and circulation to the brain keeping you alert and preventing brain fog.
Oolong tea eases the bloat from overeating and helps flush out excess fluids and sodium.
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From an article in Women's World:
The set of techniques the Chinese believe helps them become in sync with the world and their surroundings, is called Tao, pronounced "dow" and meaning "path or way".
1. Taoism teaches the principle of wu wei, meaning effortless effort. Essentially, it says to follow your gut instinct when making decisions. If you make decisions based on what someone else wants you to do or because it is what you "should do", your own internal resistance can get in the way of success.
2. Taoism urges people to be like water. When water meets an obstacle, it doesn't give up or stop, instead, it flows around, seeps under, or runs over to get to the other side. In other words, don't force your issues, see if you can feel your way around it be seeking alternate solutions to the problems.
3. Don't beat yourself up over mistakes made. Tomorrow is another day, life is a moving journey.
4. Taoism encourages yu, ample amounts of free and easy wandering. Take a few minutes each day to do something fun - play with a pet, call a friend, read a chapter in a book, whatever you feel is fun for you.
5. A Taoist motto says "Talking about a path is not walking a path; thinking about life is not living". When you're stressed, ground yourself by focusing on your actions and senses.... live in the moment and experience it. Focus yourself on the smell of the flowers, the sound of coffee getting chewed up in the grinder, whatever you're doing at the moment.
6. According to the Tao, "the more we realize we're part of the vastness of nature, the easier it is to put problems in perspective and the happier we'll be". This notion could explain the beautiful gardens that are usually seen at Asian homes.
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Cures from the kitchen for stress
Foot bath and massage:
6 c milk, 1/4 c honey, 2 packets of instant oatmeal
Warm the milk and honey. Allow mix to cool until comfortable to the touch. Pour into a large basin then sprinkle in the oatmeal. Dip feet in and massage the oatmeal all over them.
Scalp treatment:
1 Avocado, 1 can coconut milk
Scoop out the fruit into a blender. Pour in the coconut milk and puree. Work the conditioner through your hair and scalp with your finger pads for 10 - 30 minutes. Rinse and style as usual.
Facial:
1 c canned pumpkin, 1 t honey, splash of milk
Blend all the ingredients together and apply to a clean face uisng gentle circular motions (avoid the area around your eyes). Relax for 10 minutes and splash warm water on your face to rinse. Pat dry and moisturize.
Massage away anxiety:
2 -4 drops of vanilla extract, 1/4 c grapeseed oil, 1/4 c glycerine
Pour all ingredients into a resealable bottle and shake vigorously. Drizzle on to the pads of your fingertips. Then, using circular motions, massage your body starting at the base of your neck, the the outside of your shoulders. Massage the center of your palm and gently tug at each finger.
Body Scrub:
2 t cocoa powder, 1 c brown sugar, 1 c sweet almond oil
Blend cocoa and br sugar. Drizzle in oil. In the shower, massage the scrub on warm, wet skin, rinse and pat dry.
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Home Remedies
Asthma:
Drink a cup of coffee! It opens airways and prmotes breating well enough until you can get to you asthma meds. Coffee can prevent asthma attacks altogether.
Cough:
Dark chocolate quiets coughs 33% better than coughmeds containing codeine and lasts a full four hours.
Cold:
Chicken Soup. Yep, Grandma knew best! It helps relieve and even cure a cold.
Eyesight:
Eating just one carrot a day slashes your risk of macular degeneration almost in half. Other orange fruits and vegetables, like sweet potatoes and canaloupe have sight saving beta carotene too.
Hiccups:
Put a teaspoon of white granulated sugar in your mouth and let it dissolve. The granules irritate teh phrenic nerve, which is responsible for the hiccup reflex and cause the diaphragm to immediatley stop spasming.
Burns:
If you get a burn in the kitchen, pour some honey on it. It is more effective at healing and has antibiotic properties that kill the germs that cause infection.
Sore Throat:
Have a piece of pineapple! It's loaded with bromelain and vitamin C. Bromelain is deactivated by heat, so use fresh pineapple, not canned.
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Tuesday, November 11, 2008
More help from Nature
Here are more cures from Nature that I've read about:
Allergies - fight them with yerba mansa. The leaves from this flowering plant are made into tea to fight allergies, colds, and sinus infection. It relieves irritated mucous membranes and soothes the tissues in the bronchial tract. Best way to use this in 2 drops of tincture twice daily in a cup of water.
Upset tummy - The Cherokees harvested the Goldenseal flower to relieve indigestion. Research claims that its main ingredient, berberine, kills bacteria and viruses in the intestines without disrupting the balance of good bacteria in the digestive tract the way antibiotics can. Best use is 465 mg twice a day once symptoms start.
Irritated skin - Soothe it with witch hazel. Boiling the bark and twigs releases tannins and phytochemicals that numb pain, stop minor bleeding and kill surface bacteria on contact. It also soothes insect bites and sunburn and clears up rashes and skin conditions like acne, poison ivy and eczema. You can buy it at the grocery store and apply topically with a cottonball.
Arthritis - The saponins in the Yucca plant reduce inflammation and stop the breakdown of cartilage. It also reduces cholesterol, blood pressure and even works on headaches. The SW Native Americans nibbled this plants leaves to fight pain. Best use is to take up to 1500 mg three times daily.
Sleep - Passionflower helps you fall asleep fast without the risk of addiction. It calms the central nervous system and relaxes muscles naturally. Best use is to sip a cup of passionflower tea before bedtime.
Anxiety - The bark of the Magnolia tree has been used in Chinese medicine for thousands of years to ease anxiety. Two of the active compounds, magnolol and honokiol, act on mood regulating neurotransmitters in the brain, reducing stress, anxiety and even depression.
Headaches - The Feverfew flowering herb eases tension headaches due to it's powerful anti-inflammatory and sedative compounds.
Urinary Tract Infections - The two phytochemicals in the bloom of the Hydrangea, quercetin and rutin, kill bacteria in the bladder and kidneys and prevent them from returning. Best use is to sip hydrangea tea.
Immunity - The Acai palm (Brazil) has deep purple berries packed with immunity boosters! It fights joint pain, boosts energy and protects arteries. Best use is to drink a glassful or eat a handful of dried berries at least 3 times per week.
Sugar cravings - The Date palm (North Africa) contains calcium, magnesium, potassium and antioxidants. They are sugar sweet and 3 have only 70 calories.
Clean the air - The Bamboo palm, which is easy to grow, requires very little sunlight and minimal care, is one of the best natural air purifiers. It also puts moisture into the air which makes for moister, plumper skin.
Weightloss - The Coconut of the Pacific Coconut palm is high in lauric acid, a fat that gets metabolized as energy rather than stored on the body. Coconut oil's fatty acids have a powerful antiviral and antibacterial effect that protects against kidney and heart disease also.
Cancer - The African oil palm claims to be a cancer-killing powerhouse. The oil is the richest source of tocotrienols which, studies at Wayne State University show destroy breast, skin and prostate cancer cells. A single teaspoon of this oil gives you the full RDA of vitamin A also.
Enlarged Prostate - The berries of the Saw Palmetto stop the production of DHT, a culprit in the enlarged prostrate reducing prostate problems. Men should take 320 mg daily.
Concentration - The odor molecules in Peppermint oil stimulate the part of the brain responsible for alertness. Put a few drops of peppermint oil on a cloth to inhale whenever you feel tired or while you exercise. You should be come more alert and have more energy!
Headaches and Insect bites - Rub Lavender oil on insect bites to make the sting go away. It has anti-inflammatory compounds that reduce itching and swelling. The two main compounds, linalool and lavandulyl acetate, sooth the nervous system making it easier for your body to fight off stress-induced muscle tension and blood vessel constriction - the two main causes of head pain. Drop a few drops onto a cottonball and sniff whenever you feel a headache coming on.
pH balancing foods - 1. The avocado. The avocado has plant protein and omega 9 fatty acids. The Omega 9s alkalinize the body and stave off hunger and cravings. 2. Lemons - The lemon's antioxidants enhance the liver's ability to break down toxins up to 35%. When digested the phytonutrients become powerful alkalinizers. 3. Leafy greens. Spinach, Swiss chard, and Wheatgrass are nature's most potent detoxifiers. They are rich in acid neutralizing calcium, magnesium and potassium. They're also packed with chlorophyll that enhances the liver's ability to burn fat for fuel.
Bad Breath - Eat raisins! The phytochemicals in raisins suppress the growth of several species of oral bacteria and also helps prevent gum disease. Your breath will be fresher, in other words.
Bloated - Eat fresh pineapple! The bromelain, an enzyme that ensures food breaks down, is plentiful in fresh pineapple. Have a couple slices for dessert to help relieve bloating issues.
Weightloss and Allergies - Grab yourself some yogurt with L.casei. L. casei is a bacteria that blocks the body's production of allergy triggering histamines. The L. casei also speeds up the breakdown of fat molecules... helping you shed pounds more quickly.
Canker sores - suck on some real Licorice candy and they'll disappear in half the time! Licorice has a sweet compound called glycyrrhizin which lowers the levels of cortisol, which, in turn, reduces inflammation and speeds healing.
Arthritis - The herb Oregano is loaded with antioxidants that help mop up free radicals, the molecules that trigger the inflammation that erodes cartilage and causes osteo and rhumatoid arthritis pain. You need about 200 mg of Oregano a day to reap its pain relieving benefits.
Leg cramps at night - Drink a 6-ounce glass of tonic water each night before bed. The fizzy water contains quinine which stops repeated muscle contractions.
Constipation - Flax seeds are an excellent source of fiber, mucilage and lubricants. which helps the digestive tract work properly. Sprinkle 1 - 2 tablespoons on your daily cereal or yogurt or add it to your smoothy or muffin recipe.
Heartburn - Eat apples and pears daily. The pectin produces an acid-neutralizing foam that rises to the surface forming a "lid" that keeps heartburn triggering acids away from the esophagus.
Motion Sickness and digestion - One dose of Ginger quells queasiness within 30 minutes. It also is a powerful anti-inflammatory, reduces intestinal spasms, improves stomach and liver functions, eases morning sickness, and soothes indigestion. Take 1000 mg 30 minutes before traveling and 500 mg daily with food for the other digestive issues.
Gas and Indigestion - The phytonutrient in artichokes, cynarin, boosts the liver's production of bile, a digestive aid. The artichoke cuts nausea, bloating, indigestion, gassines and belly pain.
Food poisoning - Cinnamon's active ingredients, eugeno and cinnamaldehydes, will zap stomach flu triggers like E coli and salmonella according to a Kansas State University study.
As always, consult your doctor before taking any new supplement or herbal remedy. Herbal remedies can interact badly with other medications.
Allergies - fight them with yerba mansa. The leaves from this flowering plant are made into tea to fight allergies, colds, and sinus infection. It relieves irritated mucous membranes and soothes the tissues in the bronchial tract. Best way to use this in 2 drops of tincture twice daily in a cup of water.
Upset tummy - The Cherokees harvested the Goldenseal flower to relieve indigestion. Research claims that its main ingredient, berberine, kills bacteria and viruses in the intestines without disrupting the balance of good bacteria in the digestive tract the way antibiotics can. Best use is 465 mg twice a day once symptoms start.
Irritated skin - Soothe it with witch hazel. Boiling the bark and twigs releases tannins and phytochemicals that numb pain, stop minor bleeding and kill surface bacteria on contact. It also soothes insect bites and sunburn and clears up rashes and skin conditions like acne, poison ivy and eczema. You can buy it at the grocery store and apply topically with a cottonball.
Arthritis - The saponins in the Yucca plant reduce inflammation and stop the breakdown of cartilage. It also reduces cholesterol, blood pressure and even works on headaches. The SW Native Americans nibbled this plants leaves to fight pain. Best use is to take up to 1500 mg three times daily.
Sleep - Passionflower helps you fall asleep fast without the risk of addiction. It calms the central nervous system and relaxes muscles naturally. Best use is to sip a cup of passionflower tea before bedtime.
Anxiety - The bark of the Magnolia tree has been used in Chinese medicine for thousands of years to ease anxiety. Two of the active compounds, magnolol and honokiol, act on mood regulating neurotransmitters in the brain, reducing stress, anxiety and even depression.
Headaches - The Feverfew flowering herb eases tension headaches due to it's powerful anti-inflammatory and sedative compounds.
Urinary Tract Infections - The two phytochemicals in the bloom of the Hydrangea, quercetin and rutin, kill bacteria in the bladder and kidneys and prevent them from returning. Best use is to sip hydrangea tea.
Immunity - The Acai palm (Brazil) has deep purple berries packed with immunity boosters! It fights joint pain, boosts energy and protects arteries. Best use is to drink a glassful or eat a handful of dried berries at least 3 times per week.
Sugar cravings - The Date palm (North Africa) contains calcium, magnesium, potassium and antioxidants. They are sugar sweet and 3 have only 70 calories.
Clean the air - The Bamboo palm, which is easy to grow, requires very little sunlight and minimal care, is one of the best natural air purifiers. It also puts moisture into the air which makes for moister, plumper skin.
Weightloss - The Coconut of the Pacific Coconut palm is high in lauric acid, a fat that gets metabolized as energy rather than stored on the body. Coconut oil's fatty acids have a powerful antiviral and antibacterial effect that protects against kidney and heart disease also.
Cancer - The African oil palm claims to be a cancer-killing powerhouse. The oil is the richest source of tocotrienols which, studies at Wayne State University show destroy breast, skin and prostate cancer cells. A single teaspoon of this oil gives you the full RDA of vitamin A also.
Enlarged Prostate - The berries of the Saw Palmetto stop the production of DHT, a culprit in the enlarged prostrate reducing prostate problems. Men should take 320 mg daily.
Concentration - The odor molecules in Peppermint oil stimulate the part of the brain responsible for alertness. Put a few drops of peppermint oil on a cloth to inhale whenever you feel tired or while you exercise. You should be come more alert and have more energy!
Headaches and Insect bites - Rub Lavender oil on insect bites to make the sting go away. It has anti-inflammatory compounds that reduce itching and swelling. The two main compounds, linalool and lavandulyl acetate, sooth the nervous system making it easier for your body to fight off stress-induced muscle tension and blood vessel constriction - the two main causes of head pain. Drop a few drops onto a cottonball and sniff whenever you feel a headache coming on.
pH balancing foods - 1. The avocado. The avocado has plant protein and omega 9 fatty acids. The Omega 9s alkalinize the body and stave off hunger and cravings. 2. Lemons - The lemon's antioxidants enhance the liver's ability to break down toxins up to 35%. When digested the phytonutrients become powerful alkalinizers. 3. Leafy greens. Spinach, Swiss chard, and Wheatgrass are nature's most potent detoxifiers. They are rich in acid neutralizing calcium, magnesium and potassium. They're also packed with chlorophyll that enhances the liver's ability to burn fat for fuel.
Bad Breath - Eat raisins! The phytochemicals in raisins suppress the growth of several species of oral bacteria and also helps prevent gum disease. Your breath will be fresher, in other words.
Bloated - Eat fresh pineapple! The bromelain, an enzyme that ensures food breaks down, is plentiful in fresh pineapple. Have a couple slices for dessert to help relieve bloating issues.
Weightloss and Allergies - Grab yourself some yogurt with L.casei. L. casei is a bacteria that blocks the body's production of allergy triggering histamines. The L. casei also speeds up the breakdown of fat molecules... helping you shed pounds more quickly.
Canker sores - suck on some real Licorice candy and they'll disappear in half the time! Licorice has a sweet compound called glycyrrhizin which lowers the levels of cortisol, which, in turn, reduces inflammation and speeds healing.
Arthritis - The herb Oregano is loaded with antioxidants that help mop up free radicals, the molecules that trigger the inflammation that erodes cartilage and causes osteo and rhumatoid arthritis pain. You need about 200 mg of Oregano a day to reap its pain relieving benefits.
Leg cramps at night - Drink a 6-ounce glass of tonic water each night before bed. The fizzy water contains quinine which stops repeated muscle contractions.
Constipation - Flax seeds are an excellent source of fiber, mucilage and lubricants. which helps the digestive tract work properly. Sprinkle 1 - 2 tablespoons on your daily cereal or yogurt or add it to your smoothy or muffin recipe.
Heartburn - Eat apples and pears daily. The pectin produces an acid-neutralizing foam that rises to the surface forming a "lid" that keeps heartburn triggering acids away from the esophagus.
Motion Sickness and digestion - One dose of Ginger quells queasiness within 30 minutes. It also is a powerful anti-inflammatory, reduces intestinal spasms, improves stomach and liver functions, eases morning sickness, and soothes indigestion. Take 1000 mg 30 minutes before traveling and 500 mg daily with food for the other digestive issues.
Gas and Indigestion - The phytonutrient in artichokes, cynarin, boosts the liver's production of bile, a digestive aid. The artichoke cuts nausea, bloating, indigestion, gassines and belly pain.
Food poisoning - Cinnamon's active ingredients, eugeno and cinnamaldehydes, will zap stomach flu triggers like E coli and salmonella according to a Kansas State University study.
As always, consult your doctor before taking any new supplement or herbal remedy. Herbal remedies can interact badly with other medications.
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