Most people think of ginger as the spice that is used in baked goods or Asian soups for it's wonderful almost woodsy flavor. But, people in other countries have not only used ginger as a spice in their food for centuries, but for its medicinal benefits as well. While some of the health benefits of ginger are well known throughout the world new benefits of this incredible spice is being discovered all of the time. Here are some of the health benefits and uses of ginger. Ginger Tea For A … [Read more...]
The pH Miracle
My "healthy diet" ideas are spread out among numerous ideologies and theories. I cherry pick things that I like and that work for me and drop the things that I don't like. I like the WAPF ideas of a nourishing diet for the most part but I do not like their obsession with meat. Same thing for primal eaters but I do like the primal practice of minimizing grains. I prefer a vegetarian diet but not so much the fact that LOTS of vegetarians could actually be called grainarians. Living off pasta, … [Read more...]
Benefits of Green Tea
While green tea has been used in eastern cultures for over 4,000 years, only recently has it been recognized for its medicinal properties in western culture. Here are just 5 of the many health benefits that green tea can provide. * Protect your smile. Green tea contains bacteria fighting agents that kill the help stop plaque production. Less plaque means you have cleaner, healthier teeth and gums. Another plus, it also kills the bacteria responsible for bad breath. * Prevent cancer. EGCG … [Read more...]
Fresh Organic Foods that Fight Cancer
Many people are falling prey to cancer due to increased stress, strain, and unhealthy eating habits, according to a recent study by the National Academy of Naturopathy. Many dietary remedies for human ailments have been known for centuries, and an increasing number of nutritional scientists have been conducting studies that validate these traditional remedies. Additionally, naturopaths around the world are recommending organic food for detoxification of cancer cells. Fresh foods are cancer … [Read more...]
Organic Therapy
The article below is of great interest to me. Since my cancer diagnosis I have thought alot about how important an organic diet free of chemicals and pesticides is to the human body and its ability to ward off cancer cells. The volume of chemicals and pesticides in conventional foods MUST surely have some effect on cancer rates in my opinion. By JOHN THRELFALL Jul 05 2006 Worldwide, people are being diagnosed with cancer at rates unprecedented in recorded history. And after examining a … [Read more...]
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