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The
many health benefits of grapes
Many of the health benefits attributed to red/purple grapes are due to the pigments that are concentrated largely in the skin and seeds, which have about 100 times higher level than the pulp of the grape. Anthocyanins tend to be the main polyphenolics in red grapes while the catechins are the more abundant phenolic in white grapes. The phenolic content of grape skins depends upon the variety, the soil, climate, geography, cultivation practice, and exposure to fungal infections. Grapes are also rich in ellagic acid, a potent flavonoid that helps fight cancer.
Grapes and grape juice function in different ways in the cardiovascular system. The pigments in red, purple and black grapes protect the cardiovascular system by a number of mechanisms that include the suppression of blood clots, inhibition of LDL cholesterol oxidation, reduced homocysteine levels, and anti-atherosclerotic properties. Grapes stimulate endothelial nitric oxide production which induces relaxation of the blood vessel walls, and a reduction in blood pressure levels. Recently, it was shown that a Concord grape extract lowered LDL cholesterol, raised HDL cholesterol, and decreased plasma inflammatory biomarkers. vegetarian-nutrition.info
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Hey smoker... Do you want to quit?
Do you smoke? Well, unfortunately, so do I. Do you want to quit? Well, fortunately, so do I. As a Pastor, it is not only unbecoming, unseemly, and unhealthy, but it is just a downright disgusting habit. I just discovered Electronic Cigarettes and, I was so impressed with them, I joined their Affiliate Program. If you're serious about quitting, click on the banner right below.
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smoke free life that God originally intended us to have.
God bless you!
Pastor Ford
Can using Talc cause cancer? Talc and your health
Talc is found in a wide variety of consumer products ranging from home and garden pesticides to antacids. However, the products most widely used and that pose the most serious health risks are body powders Talc is the main ingredient in baby powder, medicated powders, perfumed powders and designer perfumed body powders.
Because talc is resistant to moisture, it is also used by the pharmaceutical industry to manufacture medications and is a listed ingredient of some antacids. Talc is the principal ingredient home and garden pesticides and flea and tick powders. Talc is used in smaller quantities in deodorants, chalk, crayons, textiles, soap, insulating materials, paints, asphalt filler, paper, and in food processing. preventcancer.com
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Oatmeal and our health
According to Dr. James W. Anderson, professor of medicine and clinical nutrition at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine "Whole-grain products like oatmeal are among some of the best foods one can eat to improve cholesterol levels, in addition to other lifestyle choices," Anderson said. "Lifestyle choices, such as diet, should be the first line of therapy for most patients with moderate cholesterol risk given the expense, safety concerns, and intolerance related to cholesterol lowering drugs."
More recent data indicate that whole-grain oats, as part of a lifestyle management program, may confer health benefits that extend beyond total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol reduction. sciencedaily.com
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What is Brine or Brining? Brine and your health
Brine (lat. saltus) is water saturated or nearly saturated with a salt (usually sodium chloride). It is used to preserve vegetables, fish, and meat, in a process known as brining (now less popular than historically). Brine is also commonly used to age Halloumi and Feta cheeses.
Brine is a common fluid used in large refrigeration installations for the transport of heat from place to place. It is used because the addition of salt to water lowers the freezing temperature of the solution and the heat transport efficiency can be greatly enhanced for the comparatively low cost of the material.
Brine is also used for pickling foodstuffs, as a means of preserving them (or increasing the taste). Almost anything can be pickled - cucumbers (most common), eggs, peppers. Common pickling flavors include garlic, dill, mustard seed, and chocolate. It is also used in Dirty Martinis. freebase.com
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Some unknown facts about turkey
Turkey has become a favorite of those on low-fat diets, along with chicken. Recent studies have shown that cooking poultry with the skin on seals in the natural juices and the fat from the skin does not seep into the meat. So, dieters can avoid dried-out skinless cuts and just remove the skin before consuming.
Turkey is naturally low in fat without the skin, containing only 1 gram of fat per ounce of flesh. A 5-ounce serving provides almost half of the recommended daily allowance of folic acid, and is a good source of vitamins B, B1,B6, zinc and potassium. These nutrients have been found to keep blood cholesterol down, protect against birth defects, cancer and heart disease, aid in nerve function and growth, boost the immune system, regulate blood pressure, and assist in healing processes. homecooking.about.com
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Collagen and healthy skin
Collagen is classified as part of our body's connective tissue. Connective tissue is found virtually everywhere in the body. Our bones and skin are composed primarily from connective tissue, but it's found everywhere, in virtually all of our organs.
It's the job of connective tissue to hold things together, to protect other tissue, and provide our body with support. Our tendons and ligaments are all connective tissue structures. whfoods.com
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The lemon and your health
As a natural antiseptic, the juice of the lemon will destroy harmful bacteria found in the cuts and other areas of infection. For a toothache, apply fresh lemon juice on the painful area. For skin problems, the juice of the lemon should be applied directly to the skin and allowed to dry especially for acne and eczema, then remove with water with olive oil added.
The juice is also good for the removal of blackheads, freckles and wrinkles. Lemon juice when applied to hair after rinsing it , will give shine and volume to your hair. Lemon juice helps to prevent and cure osteoarthritis and helps to prevent diabetes. Lemon juice helps in preventing the development and progression of atherosclerosis and is a great liver tonic. hubpages.com
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Cumin and the health benefits thereof
The health benefits of cumin for digestive disorders has been well known throughout history. It can help with flatulence, indigestion, diarrhea, nausea, morning sickness, and atonic dyspepsia. In this case, the seeds are boiled in water to make a tea of sorts - 1 teaspoon seeds to 1 glass water. Mix with salt and a teaspoon of coriander leaf juice.
Cumin is also said to help relieve symptoms of the common cold due to it’s antiseptic properties. Again, you’ll want to boil the seeds in a tea and then drink a couple of times a day. If you also have a sore throat then try adding some dry ginger to help soothe it. indepthinfo.com
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Pancreatic cancer... What is this deadly killer?
I
lost a good friend (and another friend has just been diagnosed with it)
to this terrible disease and, let me tell you, it is truly terrible.
The only good side to it is that the person usually goes pretty quickly
and, thus, the suffering is fairly short.
As pancreatic cancer grows, the tumor may invade organs that surround the pancreas, such as the stomach or small intestine. Pancreatic cancer cells also may break away from the tumor and spread to other parts of the body.
When pancreatic cancer cells spread, they often form new tumors in lymph nodes and the liver, and sometimes in the lungs or bones.
The new tumors have the same kind of abnormal cells and the same name as the primary (original) tumor in the pancreas. For example, if pancreatic cancer spreads to the liver, the cancer cells in the liver are pancreatic cancer cells. The disease is metastatic pancreatic cancer; it is not liver cancer.
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Maple syrup and the many health benefits thereof
Maple syrup's health benefits are the reason maple sugar trees grow stories high and live hundreds of years. Maple syrup is obviously healthy for trees, but what most people don't know is how nutritious it is for us. It's organic, versatile, and tastes great.
Common sweeteners like corn syrup and sucrose have had all their nutrition processed out of them, but maple syrup's health benefits are all there.
To start with, maple syrup has the same calcium content as whole milk. But whereas whole milk has lots of fat calories, maple syrup has no fat and only two-thirds as many calories as corn syrup.
Having a little maple syrup is like taking multivitamins that actually taste good. You have niacin, biotin, folic acid, potassium, magnesium, phosphorous, iron, thiamin, copper, and vitamins B2, B5 and B6. The list goes on.
The health benefits of maple syrup extend to the heart, too. Zinc and manganese are two really big reasons maple syrup is a great health food. Zinc is a well-known antioxidant, and helps prevent damage done by cholesterol. Manganese helps with antioxidation as well, but is also a needed part of enzymes that help cells reproduce energy. Maple syrup gives you 22% of this trace mineral you need to get every day. ezinearticles.com
Aloe Vera - Health and beauty inside and out
Although Aloe Vera is often thought as having one specific function: cooling and helping to heal sunburns, it is, in fact, an amazing plant in many other areas.
It can protect the skin, moisturize, soothe an upset stomach and even extend life.
Aloe was used in ancient times for cosmetic beauty as well as medicinal purposes, and its relevancy has not diminished today.
Aloe Vera is a cellular re-generator and has anti-bacterial and anti-fungal effects. It contains magnesium lactate, an itch inhibitor, in the minerals contained in the plant. It brings relief to insect bites, acne, sunburns, rashes, and other topical conditions.
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Hair loss and baldness - Causes and cures
Most people shed 50 to 150
hairs from their heads a day. If you're a man and you're losing twice
that many off the top in a broad pattern and the only thing that has
grown back looks like peach fuzz... you're a likely candidate.If you've developed one or more coin shaped bald patches on your head, you may have developed alopecia areata, a mysterious condition thought to be caused by allergies to your own hair. The condition is often temporary.
Female pattern baldness, however, doesn't seem to be limited to one particular area. Sometimes temporary hair loss occurs with women who have just had children. Hormones apparently slow natural hair loss during pregnancy but boost it afterward, says. It resolves within ten months after giving birth.
Drugs and medical treatments such as anti-gout, anti-arthritis medications and antidepressants and poor nutrition can also spell temporary distress for your follicles and, thus, hair loss. Among the worst causes are radiation therapy or chemotherapy for cancer, stress, anger, rage, hatred, and unforgiveness. Pastor Ford
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What is Muscular dystrophy (MD)?
Muscular dystrophy (MD) is a genetic disorder that gradually weakens the body's muscles. It's caused by incorrect or missing genetic information that prevents the body from making the proteins needed to build and maintain healthy muscles.
A child who is diagnosed with MD gradually loses the ability to do things like walk, sit upright, breathe easily, and move the arms and hands. This increasing weakness can lead to other health problems.
There are several major forms of muscular dystrophy, which can affect the muscles to varying degrees. In some cases, MD starts causing muscle problems in infancy; in others, symptoms don't appear until adulthood.
There is no cure for MD, but researchers are quickly learning more about how to prevent and treat it. Doctors are also working on improving muscle and joint function and slowing muscle deterioration so that those with MD can live as actively and independently as possible. kidshealth.org
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Coronary heart disease... 7 deadly causes
The famous Framingham Heart Study of the National Heart and Lung Institute in Massachusetts, identified seven major risk factors in coronary heart disease. They are:
1 elevated blood levels of cholesterol, triglycerides, and other fatty substances;
2 elevated blood pressure;
3 elevated blood uric acid levels (mainly caused by high protein diet);
4 certain metabolic disorders, notably diabetes;
5 obesity;
6 smoking; and
7 lack of physical exercise.
Each or a combination of these risk factors can contribute to heart disease. Most of them are of dietary origin. Constant worry and tension stimulate the adrenal glands to produce more adrenaline and cortisone. This also contributes to constricted arteries, high blood pressure and increased work for the heart. home-remedies-for-you.com
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Is eating bone marrow healthy or harmful?
Very
little information is available about the nutritive qualities of bone
marrow. A lone nutrient analysis of raw caribou bone marrow posted at
nutritiondata.com notes that bone marrow is 97 percent fat and
recommends "Better Choice Substitutions" of native plant foods and fish
for weight loss! The sketchy analysis showed small amounts of iron,
phosphorus and vitamin A. Bone marrow is likely rich in vitamin K and
other fat-soluble nutrients, but tests to determine a range of
nutrients in bone marrow remain to be carried out.
Some commentators insist that bone marrow provided a rich source of
polyunsaturated fatty acids in traditional diets but the explorer
Vilhjalmur Stefansson describes two types of marrow, one type from the
lower leg which is soft "more like a particularly delicious cream in
flavor" and another from the humerus and femur that is "hard and
tallowy at room temperatures" (The Fat of the Land, page 27).
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The reason I am siting this article is due to my visit to the dentist today. Just before the intended procedure, my blood pressure was taken and it was 163/08/70. The attendant freaked out and the dentist told him to take it again. It was higher and, after a final third taking, yet even higher. The procedure was canceled and I was told to see my doctor right away. High blood pressure is a silent killer and I take my dentists advise very seriously but, with my ever increasing work schedule, I'm not sure when I'll be able to see him. I do believe it will be within the week. I will keep you updated on the Bulletin Board Please me in your prayers.
Pastor Ford
What causes High Blood Pressure?
Two forms of high blood pressure have been described: essential (or primary) hypertension and secondary hypertension. Essential hypertension is a far more common condition and accounts for 95% of hypertension. The cause of essential hypertension is multifactorial, that is, there are several factors whose combined effects produce hypertension.
In secondary hypertension, which accounts for 5% of hypertension, the high blood pressure is secondary to (caused by) a specific abnormality in one of the organs or systems of the body. (Secondary hypertension is discussed further in a separate section later.)
Essential hypertension affects approximately 72 million Americans, yet its basic causes or underlying defects are not always known. Nevertheless, certain associations have been recognized in people with essential hypertension. Read entire article
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Horseradish and your health
Do you sweat? Sweating is our bodies way of ridding itself of toxins. One of the best foods you can eat to induce sweating is horseradish. Horseradish has many great health aspects as well as having lots of flavor and no fat.
In just one tablespoon of horseradish, there is only 6 calories, 1.4 grams of carbohydrates, 14 milligrams of sodium, 44 milligrams of potassium, 9 milligrams of calcium, 5 milligrams of phosphorous and zero fat.
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ADD (ADHD) what is it?
Cause and cures
The
main features of attention deficit disorder (or ADHD) are inattention,
hyperactivity, and impulsivity. But because most young children display
these behaviors from time to time, it is important not to assume that
every child you see with these symptoms has ADHD.
Symptoms of attention deficit disorder usually develop over several months. In general, impulsiveness and hyperactivity are observed before one notices the lack of attention, which often appears later. It also may go unnoticed because the “inattentive daydreamer” may be overlooked when the child who “can’t sit still” at school or is otherwise disruptive will be noticed. The observable symptoms of ADHD will therefore vary a great deal depending on the situation and the specific demands it makes on the child’s self-control. psychcentral.com
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Symptoms of attention deficit disorder usually develop over several months. In general, impulsiveness and hyperactivity are observed before one notices the lack of attention, which often appears later. It also may go unnoticed because the “inattentive daydreamer” may be overlooked when the child who “can’t sit still” at school or is otherwise disruptive will be noticed. The observable symptoms of ADHD will therefore vary a great deal depending on the situation and the specific demands it makes on the child’s self-control. psychcentral.com
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Migraine headache - Causes and Cures
Migraines are chronic headaches that can cause significant pain for hours or even days. Symptoms can be so severe that all you can think about is finding a dark, quiet place to lie down.
Some migraines are preceded or accompanied by sensory warning symptoms or signs (auras), such as flashes of light, blind spots or tingling in your arm or leg. A migraine is often accompanied by nausea, vomiting, and extreme sensitivity to light and sound.
Although there's no cure, medications can help reduce the frequency and severity of migraines. If treatment hasn't worked for you in the past, it's worth talking to your doctor about trying a different migraine medication. The right medicines combined with self-help remedies and lifestyle changes may make a tremendous difference. Read entire article
Cabbage and your health
For about 20 years, we've known that many phytonutrients work as antioxidants to disarm free radicals before they can damage DNA, cell membranes and fat-containing molecules such as cholesterol. Now, new research is revealing that phytonutrients in crucifers, such as cabbage, work at a much deeper level. These compounds actually signal our genes to increase production of enzymes involved in detoxification, the cleansing process through which our bodies eliminate harmful compounds. Read entire article
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Tourette's Syndrome - Causes and cures
The early symptoms of TS are almost always noticed first in childhood, with the average onset between the ages of 7 and 10 years. TS occurs in people from all ethnic groups; males are affected about three to four times more often than females.
It is estimated that 200,000 Americans have the most severe form of TS, and as many as one in 100 exhibit milder and less complex symptoms such as chronic motor or vocal tics or transient tics of childhood. Although TS can be a chronic condition with symptoms lasting a lifetime, most people with the condition experience their worst symptoms in their early teens, with improvement occurring in the late teens and continuing into adulthood. ninds.nih.gov
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Dermatomyositis is one of a group of muscle diseases known as the inflammatory myopathies, which are characterized by chronic muscle inflammation accompanied by muscle weakness.
Dermatomyositis’ cardinal symptom is a skin rash that precedes or accompanies progressive muscle weakness. The rash looks patchy, with bluish-purple or red discolorations, and characteristically develops on the eyelids and on muscles used to extend or straighten joints, including knuckles, elbows, heels, and toes.
Red rashes may also occur on the face, neck, shoulders, upper chest, back, and other locations, and there may be swelling in the affected areas. The rash sometimes occurs without obvious muscle involvement. Adults with dermatomyositis may experience weight loss or a low-grade fever, have inflamed lungs, and be sensitive to light.
Children and adults with dermatomyositis may develop calcium deposits, which appear as hard bumps under the skin or in the muscle (called calcinosis). Calcinosis most often occurs 1-3 years after the disease begins. ninds.nih.gov
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Got Milk? Here's some vital health news
Did you know that milk contains the following vitamins and nutrients?
Calcium: Helps build and maintain strong bones. It's also vital for nerve function, muscle contraction, and blood clotting.
Protein: Important for a number of bodily functions — vital to brain development and the growth of body tissues.
Vitamin A: Maintains normal vision and skin. Helps regulate cell growth and integrity of the immune system.
Vitamin B-12: Essential for the growth and health of the nervous system. Linked to normal activity of folic acid and is involved in blood formation.
Vitamin D: Promotes the absorption of calcium and phosphorus, and influences bone mineralization, the strengthening of bones.
Potassium: Regulates the body's fluid balance and blood pressure. It also is needed for muscle activity and contractions.
Phosphorus: Helps generate energy in the body's cells and influences bone mineralization, the strengthening of bones.
Niacin: Keeps enzymes functioning normally and helps the body process sugars and fatty acids. It is also important for the development of the nervous system.
Riboflavin: Helps produce energy in the body's cells and plays a vital role in the development of the nervous system. milkdelivers.org
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Garlic has long been used medicinally, most recently for its cardiovascular, antineoplastic, and antimicrobial properties. Sulfur compounds, including allicin, appear to be the active components in the root bulb of the garlic plant. Studies show significant but modest lipid-lowering effects and antiplatelet activity. Significant blood pressure reduction is not consistently noted. There is some evidence for antineoplastic activity and insufficient evidence for clinical antimicrobial activity. Side effects generally are mild and uncommon. Garlic appears to have no effect on drug metabolism, but patients taking anticoagulants should be cautious. It seems prudent to stop taking high dosages of garlic seven to 10 days before surgery because garlic can prolong bleeding time.
The ingestion of one to two cloves of raw garlic per day is considered safe in adults. The most common side effect of ingested garlic is breath and body odor. Consumption of excessive amounts of raw garlic, especially on an empty stomach, can cause gastrointestinal upset, flatulence, and changes in the intestinal flora. There have been reports of allergic dermatitis, burns, and blisters from topical application of raw garlic.aafp.org
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The many health benefits of the carrot
Carrots are an excellent source of antioxidant compounds, and the
richest vegetable source of the pro-vitamin A carotenes. Carrots'
antioxidant compounds help protect against cardiovascular disease and
cancer and also promote good vision, especially night vision.
Beta-carotene helps to protect vision, especially night vision. After beta-carotene is converted to vitamin A in the liver, it travels to the retina where it is transformed into rhodopsin, a purple pigment that is necessary for night-vision.
Beta-carotene's powerful antioxidant actions help provide protection against macular degeneration and the development of senile cataracts, the leading cause of blindness in the elderly. whfoods.com
Beta-carotene helps to protect vision, especially night vision. After beta-carotene is converted to vitamin A in the liver, it travels to the retina where it is transformed into rhodopsin, a purple pigment that is necessary for night-vision.
Beta-carotene's powerful antioxidant actions help provide protection against macular degeneration and the development of senile cataracts, the leading cause of blindness in the elderly. whfoods.com
Pistachio nuts and your health
The pistachio nut is a member of the cashew family, and like most nuts, pistachios are cholesterol free. Furthermore, pistachios, besides making a delicious ice cream flavor, are packed with nutrients: a one-ounce serving of pistachios (about 45 nuts) contains over 10% of the daily requirements of dietary fiber, magnesium, copper, phosphorous, and B vitamins.
Pistachios are cholesterol-free and high in monounsaturated fat, The fat in pistachios contains no cholesterol or monounsaturated fat, which means that they, along with other nuts, will help protect you from heart attacks. The copper, magnesium, and B vitamins in pistachios all strengthen your immune system, making your body fit. askmen.com
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The awesome health benefits of olive oil
When cooking with fats, olive oil is a healthy choice. Olive oil contains monounsaturated fat, which can lower your risk of heart disease by reducing the total and low-density lipoprotein (LDL, or "bad") cholesterol levels in your blood.
In contrast, saturated and trans fats — such as butter, tropical oils and hydrogenated margarines — increase your risk of heart disease by increasing your total and LDL cholesterol levels.
According to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA), consuming about 2 tablespoons (23 grams) of olive oil a day may reduce your risk of heart disease. You can get the most benefit by substituting olive oil for saturated fats rather than just adding more olive oil to your diet. mayoclinic.com
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The many health benefits of Vitamin B12
Vitamin B12 is an essential water-soluble vitamin that is commonly found in a variety of foods such as fish, shellfish, meat, and dairy products. Vitamin B12 is frequently used in combination with other B vitamins in a vitamin B complex formulation.
It helps maintain healthy nerve cells and red blood cells and is also needed to make DNA, the genetic material in all cells. Vitamin B12 is bound to the protein in food. Hydrochloric acid in the stomach releases B12 from protein during digestion. Once released, B12 combines with a substance called intrinsic factor (IF) before it is absorbed into the bloodstream. mayoclinic.com
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Sugar... cancer's best friend?
If you search the Internet for sugar and cancer, you will find a barrage of warnings that sugar causes cancer. You might also be warned that since your doctor is not a nutritionist, he or she does not know the dangers of eating sugar, and is not providing you with the tools to prevent or fight the disease. For a cancer patient, this is extremely frightening information! Here is the truth about sugar and cancer from a registered dietitian and cancer nutrition specialist.
Sugar and hormones
It is true that sugar feeds cancer. But it is not as simple as some would have you believe. And it is certainly not as simple as curing cancer by cutting out all sugar. Sugar feeds every cell in the body, including cancer cells. The rest of the story is more complex, involving hormones such as insulin and insulin-like growth factor. The body releases these and other hormones that promote cell growth in response to a rise in blood sugar. These growth-promoting hormones are the real problem for people living with cancer. thedietchannel.com
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Honey - Sweet, yes but... just how healthy is it?
Did you know that honey had
major health benefits? It’s true!! It’s not only good for sore throats,
the health benefits are amazing and I will share those with you today.
Honey can help with wounds:
raw, unprocessed honey contains a natural antibiotic that has been
proven to be effective against infectious organisms. First step is to
clean the wound, then apply a smooth thin layer of honey, followed by a
bandage; Reapply the honey and change the bandage twice daily.
Sensitivities and Intolerance: to handle sensitivities such as allergies it is best to be sure to look for local honey. Look for honey that is made by bees in your locality. Eating it regularly will help desensitize you to pollens in your environment.
Cough: colds, flu, allergies or irritation to the bronchial tubes are the primary causes of coughs. If your cough brings up mucus, it should not be suppressed because this is the way the body expels mucus and bacteria from the lungs. Dry coughs, are generally non-productive and only irritate the bronchi further. Use raw honey to make an herbal cough syrup. Honey thins the mucous secretions, and soothes a raw throat. drmommyhealthtips.com
Wrinkles, sagging neck, bad skin... what can you do about it?
Well, in my research, I have found only one food that helps tighten a sagging neck and that is the almond. For elderly people or those of you who intake a lot of salt daily, I suggest the unsalted type of almond. Eat about a handful a day.
For the muscles under the face, salmon is the only food that I found while researching this topic. Make sure that it is fresh and not farmed. Personally, I like canned Alaskan salmon, which I try and eat every day for lunch.
These two foods, combined with lots of water, exercise, sun screen, lots of sleep and other proper dieting habits should help slow down and, in some cases, even reverse the signs of aging. An added note DON'T SMOKE... 'nuff said. Remember, you're never to young or old enough to start taking care of your skin.
Have a blessed and peaceful Friday and an awesome weekend.
Pastor Ford
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The many health benefits of chives
Because they are not generally eaten in large quantities, one serving of chives is considered to be only 1 tablespoon (3 grams). Probably the most prominent vitamin contained in chives is vitamin K (8% of daily recommended amount per serving). They also contains vitamins A and C (3% each). Calcium is the most prominent mineral with 2.8 mg. There are also small amounts of magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, and sodium
Chives are known to be a mild anti-inflammatory. They also have some antibiotic properties, like the other plants in the allium group (onions, garlic, et al). Some studies indicate that they may have some cancer-fighting properties especially in stomach and colorectal cancers. It seems that chives contain organo-sulfur compounds and allyl derivatives that inhibit carcinogenesis, however, the quantities in which these substances would have to be consumed to have the optimum effect are not yet known. indepthinfo.com
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Are you sad?
What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)?
What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD)?
Seasonal affective disorder is a cyclic, seasonal condition. This means that signs and symptoms usually come back and go away at the same times every year. Usually, seasonal affective disorder symptoms appear during late fall or early winter and go away during the warmer, sunnier days of spring and summer. But some people have the opposite pattern, developing seasonal affective disorder with the onset of spring or summer. In either case, problems may start out mild and become more severe as the season progresses.
Fall and winter SAD (winter depression)
Symptoms of winter-onset seasonal affective disorder include:
Depression
Hopelessness
Anxiety
Loss of energy
Social withdrawal
Oversleeping
Loss of interest in activities you once enjoyed
Appetite changes, especially a craving for foods high in carbohydrates
Weight gain
Difficulty concentrating and processing information
Spring and summer SAD (summer depression)
Symptoms of summer-onset seasonal affective disorder include:
Anxiety
Insomnia
Irritability
Agitation
Weight loss
Poor appetite
Increased sex drive
mayoclinic.com
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Olives and the many, many health benefits thereof
Olives are concentrated in monounsaturated fats and a good source of vitamin E. Because monounsaturated fats are less easily damaged than polyunsaturated fats, it's good to have some in our cells' outer membranes and other cell structures that contain fats, such as the membranes that surround the cell's DNA and each of its energy-producing mitochondria.
The stability of monounsaturated fats translates into a protective effect on the cell that, especially when combined with the antioxidant protection offered by vitamin E, can lower the risk of damage and inflammation. In addition to vitamin E, olives contain a variety of beneficial active phytonutrient compounds including polyphenols and flavonoids, which also appear to have significant anti-inflammatory properties.
Olives aid in cellular protection against free radicals, protection from heart disease, support gastrointestinal health and have beneficial anti-inflammatory effects. whfoods.com
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