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NEW THE BOABAB, ROOBOIS AND MARAULA PLANT
There is a lot of talk about super fruits and super berries in recent times. These plants have always been supe and eaten by different cultures and peoples aroun d the world from Brqazillian rain forest inhabitants to Africa and Japan. We are looking here at just three African plants that are making their world debut.
It used to be the Noni plant, Aloe vera, blue berries and gogi berrries. ... You already know about bananas And these and many more are still really fantastic fruits and berries to include in your diet BUT NOW .....
To come in few days
OTHER FRUITS AND VEGETABLES WE WILL COVER
POMEGRANETES
YAM
P[ASSOPM FRIOT
PAPAPAYA
GOGI BERRY
ROSE HIP
BROCCALI
GRAPES
BANANAS
A professor at CCNY for a physiological psych class told his class about bananas. He said the expression "going bananas" is from the effects of bananas on the brain. Read on:
Never, put your banana in the refrigerator!!!
This is interesting.
After reading this, you'll never look at a banana in the same way again.
Bananas contain three natural sugars - sucrose, fructose and glucose combined with fibre. A banana gives an instant, sustained and substantial boost of energy.
Research has proven that just two bananas provide enough energy for a strenuous 90-minute workout. No wonder the banana is the number one fruit with the world's leading athletes.
But energy isn't the only way a banana can help us keep fit. It can also help overcome or prevent a substantial number of illnesses and conditions, making it a must to add to our daily diet.
Depression: According to a recent survey undertaken by MIND amongst people suffering from depression, many felt much better after eating a banana. This is because bananas contain tryptophan, a type of protein that the body converts into serotonin, known to make you relax, improve your mood and generally make you feel happier.
PMS: Forget the pills - eat a banana. The vitamin B6 it contains regulates blood glucose levels, which can affect your mood.
Anemia: High in iron, bananas can stimulate the production of haemoglobin in the blood and so helps in cases of anemia.
Blood Pressure: This unique tropical fruit is extremely high in potassium yet low in salt, making it perfect to beat blood pressure. So much so, the US Food and Drug Administration has just allowed the banana industry to make official claims for the fruit's ability to reduce the risk of blood pressure and stroke.
Brain Power: 200 students at a Twickenham (Middlesex) school were helped through their exams this year by eating bananas at breakfast, break, and lunch in a bid to boost their brain power. Research has shown that the potassium-packed fruit can assist learning by making pupils more alert.
Constipation: High in fibre, including bananas in the diet can help restore normal bowel action, helping to overcome the problem without resorting to laxatives .
Hangovers: One of the quickest ways of curing a hangover is to make a banana milkshake, sweetened with honey. The banana calms the stomach and, with the help of the honey, builds up depleted blood sugar levels, while the milk soothes and re-hydrates your system. (Can use soya, rice or almond milk).
Heartburn: Bananas have a natural antacid effect in the body, so if you suffer from heartburn, try eating a banana for soothing relief.
Morning Sickness: Snacking on bananas between meals helps to keep blood sugar leave ls up and avoid morning sickness.
Mosquito bites: Before reaching for the insect bite cream, try rubbing the affected area with the inside of a banana skin. Many people find it amazingly successful at reducing swelling and irritation.
Nerves: Bananas are high in B vitamins that help calm the nervous system.
Overweight and at work? Studies at the Institute of Psychology in Austria found pressure at work leads to gorging on comfort food like chocolate and crisps. Looking at 5,000 hospital patients, researchers found the most obese were more likely to be in high-pressure jobs. The report concluded that, to avoid panic-induced food cravings, we need to control our blood sugar levels by snacking on high carbohydrate foods every two hours to keep levels steady.
Ulcers: The banana is used as the dietary food against intestinal disorders because of its soft texture and smoothness. It is the only raw fruit that can be eaten without distress in over-chronicle cases. It also neutralizes over-acidity and reduces irritation by coating the lining of the stomach.
Temperature control: Many other cultures see bananas as a "cooling" fruit that can lower both the physical and emotional temperature of expectant mothers. In Thailand, for example, pregnant women eat bananas to ensure their baby is born with a cool temperature. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD): Bananas can help SAD sufferers because they contain the natural mood enhancer tryptophan.
Smoking &Tobacco Use: Bananas can also help people trying to give up smoking. The B6, B12 they contain, as well as the potassium and magnesium found in them, help the body recover from the effects of nicotine withdrawal.
Stress: Potassium is a vital mineral, which helps normalize the heartbeat, sends oxygen to the brain and regulates your body's water balance. When we are stressed, our metabolic rate rises, thereby reducing our potassium levels. These can be rebalanced with the help of a high-potassium banana snack.
Strokes: According to research in The New England Journal of Medicine, eating bananas as part of a regular diet can cut the risk of death by strokes by as much as 40%!
Warts: Those keen on natural alternatives swear that if you want to kill off a wart, take a piece of banana skin and place it on the wart, with the yellow side out. Carefully hold the skin in place with a plaster or surgical tape!
SO ....
A banana really is a natural remedy for many ills. When you compare it to an apple, it has four times the protein, twice the carbohydrate, three times the phosphorus, five times the vitamin A and iron, and twice the other vitamins and minerals. It is also rich in potassium and is one of the best value foods around So maybe its time to change that well-known phrase so that we say, "A banana a day keeps the doctor away!"
PS: Bananas must be the reason monkeys are so happy all the time!
I will add one here; want a quick shine on our shoes?? Take the INSIDE of the banana skin, and rub directly on the shoe...polish with dry cloth. Amazing herb (yes we think of it as a fruit but botanically it is a herb).
And they TASTE so good when ripened. Now that's medicine I can take.
Other high carbohydrate foods( that are also healthy):
- apricot, dates, figs,
- grapes, pear, pineapple,
- melon, watermelon, and raisins.
Some beans, which contain a higher percentage of complex carbohydrates and more nutrients. Beans such as
- chickpeas, black eye peas, kidney (red) beans,
- garbanzo beans, and pinto beans,
Some root vegetables such as
- sweet potato, yam, carrot and corn
- Bran, oatmeal, maize, buckwheat,
- cornmeal, spaghetti, brown rice,
- wholegrain cereals, peas, beans and lentils.
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COCONOUT WATER . amazing information to come ...
Coconut water is a perfect isotonic drink. It hydrates you perrfect and provides slow release
energy... more..
Alllergic reactions to nuts rarerly includes coconut*.
Coconut trees can be found on the shores of virtually every island and coastline of warm countries. It is thought the nut - which is very bouyant and tough - travels on the seas for hundreds of miles when it reaches a shore line settles, takes root and a tree is born.
Coconut water can be used as an alterrnative to water to drink, to cook with, and if you had enough to wash hair and bath in.It is very low in 'sugar' and therefore does not leave a sticky residue or sweet taste in food. The milk however is rich in viamins and can also be used to cook with creating a delicious aroma and a creamy texture to foods. * please check if you are allergic to nuts if it includes coconut
Benefits of coconut
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(Do not take individaul items of food and worhsip it just enjoy a healthy rounded out food dient. All natural food is good eaten in balance and enjoyed)
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HVO
Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil has been slammed for the destruction of peoples health. One doctor described it as better for shoe polish than mixed with food. It has been taken out of many foods by many responsible supermarket companies and manufacturers.
But what is going to happen to all the thousands of litres of this dangerous food additive. Well guess what ...they have started putting it into hair products. Its probably ok as part of hair dress ...... as far as we know.
If you ask me if its not good enough to eat or at least harmless -- its not good enough.
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COSMETIC ALERT
Pressed Powder may contain grapeseed oil which is industrially processed with hexane and other carcinogenic solvents and may be contaminated with trace amounts. It also may contain titanium dioxide which is a possible carcinogen. It’s danger lies mostly in loose powder that may be inhaled.
Organic wear® 100% Natural Origin Loose Powder also may contain titanium dioxide. It would be more of a concern in this product than in the pressed powder, unless you happen to breathe in particles of the pressed powder.
Organic wear® 100% Natural Origin Tinted Moisturizer definitely contains titanium dioxide. However, this product is not a powder and it is less of a concern here than in the loose powder. It also contains talc, which may be contaminated with asbestos, a known carcinogen. In addition, it contains aluminum hydroxide, which is a neurotoxin (toxic to the nervous system), is considered a moderate health hazard and has not been adequately tested.
Although there are far worse products on the market, this product line still contains some ingredients that are of concern.
Physician’s Formula developed the Organic Wear line as the demand for organic products was growing. One of many companies getting into organics to get a piece of the organic pie – for their bottom line, not for your health.
My best recommendation is to always choose products from companies whose ultimate commitment is to your health and that is their reason for going into business.
LEAD IN LIPSTICKS...... Yes I am not joking, and mercury. Mercury is usd to make lipstick last longer on your lips - stickability.
SEE TOIC CHEMICALS FOUND IN COSMETICS A SIN CAEAND WHAT THE COULDO TO YOU
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BATH BOMBS (BATH FIZZ BALLS)
WHAT IS THE POINT OF BATH BOMBS. FULL OF ARTIFICIAL COLOURS , PERFUMES, CHEMICALS (OFTEN) THAT IS JUST WASHED DOWN THE DRAIN TO POLLUTE WATERS AND RIVERS.
IS IT A BATHROOM TOY LIKE YELLOW RUBBER DUCKS IS TO CHILDREN (A WESTERN CULTURE) , A FEW MOMENTS OF INDULGENCE AND RELAXATION OR AN EASY GIFT FOR SOMEONE ELSE Well .....
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WATER
No. 1. 75% of Americans are chronically dehydrated.(Likely applies to half the worlds population)
No. 2. In 37% of Americans, the thirst mechanism is soweak that it is mistaken for hunger.
No. 3. Even MILD dehydration will slow down one's metabolism by as much as 3%.
No. 4. One glass of water will shut down midnight hunger pangs for almost 100% of the dieters studied - a University of Washington study
No. 5. Lack of water, is the number 1 trigger of daytime fatigue.
No. 6. Preliminary research indicates that 8-10 glasses of water a day could significantly ease back and joint pain for up to 80% of sufferers.
No. 7. A mere 2% drop in body water can trigger fuzzy short-term memory, trouble with basic math, and difficulty focusing on the computer screen or on a printed page !
No. 8. Drinking 5 glasses of water daily decreases the risk of colon cancer by 45%, plus it can slash the risk of breast cancer by 79%, and one is 50% less likely to develop bladder cancer.
Are you drinking the amount of water you should drink every day?
COKE
No 1. You can put a T-bone steak in a bowl of Coke and it will be gone in two days.
No 3. To clean a toilet: Pour a can of Coca-Cola into the toilet bowl and let the 'real thing' sit for one hour,
then flush clean. The citric acid in Coke removes stains from vitreous China ! Its probably cheaper too.
No 4. To remove rust spots from chrome car bumpers: Rub the bumper with a rumpled-up piece of aluminium foil dipped in Coca-Cola.
No 5. To clean corrosion from car battery terminals: Pour a can of Coca-Cola over the terminals to bubble away the corrosion.
No 6. To loosen a rusted bolt: Apply a cloth soaked in Coca-Cola to the rusted bolt for several minutes.
No. 7. To remove grease from clothes: Empty a can of Coke into the load of greasy clothes, add detergent, and run through a regular cycle. The Coca-Cola will help loosen grease stains. It will also clean road haze from your windshield.
No 8. The high percentage of phosphourus in Coke (and all other fizzy drinks) is known to weaken the bones - causing bone diseaes and speed up aging.
In many states the highway patrol carries
two gallons of Coke in the trunk to clean the street after an accident.
FOR YOUR INFORMATION:
No.1. The active ingredient in Coke is phosphoric acid. (also in nearlly all other canned or bottled fizzy drinks)
It will dissolve a nail in about four days. Phosphoric
acid also leaches calcium from bones and is a major
contributor to the rising increase of osteoporosis.
No .2. To carry Coca-Cola syrup! (the concentrate) the commercial trucks must use a hazardous Material place cards reserved for highly corrosive materials. on he back and sides of the vehicle.
No. 3. The distributors of Coke have been using it to clean
engines of the trucks for about 20 years!
Now the question is, would you like a glass of water or Coke? (Or any other sticky sweet fizzy drink in bright colours for that matter, they all have similar ingredients).
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ASPARTAME CAN CAUSE CANCER
ASPARTAME IS A SWEETNER THAT CAN BE FOUND IN MANY BOTTLE AND CAN DRINKS IT IS SLOWELY BEING REMOVED BY SOME DRINKS MANUFACTURERS BECAUSE IT HAS BEEN FOUND TO BE A CAUSE OF CANCER. OF COURSE THERE ARE THOSE WHO WILL DENY THAT TO BE THE CASE SAYING IT HAS NO BEEN PROVEN. BUT WHAT IS ASPARTAME. MORE TO COME
Foods that fight Ageing Making wise adjustments to your daily diet can help combat both the appearance of ageing and the actual effects time has upon your bones, muscles and skin.The foods which are the best to help beat back the years.
Breakfast: take on watermelonWe're not just talking about the H20 part though. Be sure to include ripe, red watermelon on your breakfast tray too. "It's rich in lycopene and beta-carotene," explains Emma Wells, nutritionist with
www.smartnutrition.co.uk.Researchers from the Universities of Newcastle and Manchester presented findings to the British Society for Investigative Dermatology highlighting how lycopene can provide up to 33% more protection against sunburn - a chief cause of skin ageing. "Beta-carotene helps repair skin cells too," says Wells.
Lunch: catch a fish dish"The omega 3 fatty acids in oily fish, such as herring, salmon and fresh tuna, help alleviate a number of age-related conditions," says Dr Laura Wyness of the British Nutrition Foundation.They may help to alleviate some of the symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis, help to preserve eye health and maintain levels of healthy fat within the skin that stop it from becoming brittle.Drink: keep it smoothA nutritious way to smooth out wrinkles could be as simple as blending a mix of vitamins C and E together with a bunch of nutrients that possess anti-ageing qualities into a tasty smoothie.
TIPS
Try mixing one sliced banana with 350ml of orange juice and a couple of handfuls of forest fruits such as raspberries, blackberries and blueberries. The resultant blend of beta-carotene, folic acid, zinc, potassium and major vitamins will boost your body's natural defences against both infection and the elements.
Snack: 'ave an avocado"Scoop out the flesh from half an avocado for a mid-afternoon snack or chop it into a light salad," suggests Emma Wells.Among the many nutrients you'll be taking on board are oleic acid (Remember oleic acid in shea butter)! - a healthy fat that boosts the body's good cholesterol levels - along with potassium which reduces the risk of blood pressure problems and fluid retention. "It also contains vitamin E, which helps maintain skin health,"
Snack: Go to seeds" Like avocado, seeds from pumpkins or sunflowers are also packed with vitamin E," . This vitamin helps to neutralise what are potentially damaging toxins in the body called free radicals. Your skin in particular is at risk from the damage these cause, but regular snacks of seeds and nuts will provide protection for your cells.
Dinner: Give garlic a go Crushing a clove of garlic into your stir fry won't just add flavour to your evening meal - it will take a few years off your looks too."The health properties of herbs like garlic are varied, Along with its reputation for helping fend off age-related chronic illness such as heart disease, it also rejuvenates other body parts."A review of its plus points carried out by the School of Biomolecular Sciences at Liverpool John Moores University also found that garlic has strong anti-oxidant properties, which combat the effects of ageing, counter the formation of cataracts, raise energy levels and rejuvenate skin.Dinner: bring on broccoliBe sure to have a side dish of steamed vegetables - especially the cruciferous types like broccoli - with your main meals.US research published in the Journal of Allergy and Clinical Immunology in 2008 revealed how an element within broccoli, called sulforaphane, helps ward off the effects time can have on your body."Our study shows that a chemical present in broccoli is capable of stimulating a wide range of antioxidant defence pathways and may be able to interfere with the age-related decline in immune function," explained study author Dr Andre Nel. (Note Garlic is a relative of the onion so if you dont like garlic add more onions to your diet and take garlic pills instread).
Drink: sluice some youth juice! Finally, for a drink that'll not only keep you looking young but also help you sleep more soundly, try acerola juice. The tart Brazilian cordial - also called Barbados cherry - is high in vitamins C and A - along with a host of skin-boosting nutrients.Recent research from the University of Texas also revealed that cherry-based drinks provide a boost of the sleep hormone melatonin, that will help you to rest and your body to recuperate
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ECO CLOTHING FOR CHILDRED
RED DOLPHIN
is a lovely little family business selling ethical clothing for adults and children, The clothes are made with eco freindly bamboo using only natural dyes. Take a look.
BE GOOD TO YOURSELF: COULD MOUTHWASH BE HARMING YOU
and search for Listerine. while your there search also for shampoos
NATURAL CLEANING
Short two-page easy to read article on natural cleaning you can make yourself
cleaning the "green" way
Green coconut water is so refreshing and so healthy. When I go to Ghana I make sure I drink at least one a day.
ALSO
THE WORLD AS SEEN BY Watch this 20 minute video. (and others) You will not be dissappointed. Shocked maybe but not dissappointed
FREE THINGS
Get free stuff. This is like Karma, however, it works best if you give stuff away that you no longer need or want and are useable, too.
NEW LINK!
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