13 MEDICINAL HEALTH BENEFITS OF GINGER

Ginger is perhaps one of the oldest and most popular herbal medicine. It has a long history of use for relieving digestive problems such as nausea, motion sickness, pain and loss of appetite.

Several in-depth studies of the possible health benefits of ginger, its nutritional profile, has been carried out by nutritionists. It can be used fresh, dried, powdered, or as oil or juice. It is sometimes added to processed foods and cosmetics.

1. The fresh ginger root is spicy, peppery and fragrant. It contains Gingerol, which has anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.

2. Ginger treats Nausea, Morning Sickness: Its been a long remedy for Sea Sickness. It may also relieve nausea after surgery, and in cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy.
If you are pregnant, talk to your doctor before consuming large amount of it.

3. Ginger has been show to reduce exercise-induce muscle pain.

4. Ginger helps relieve pains associated with Osteoarthritis (pains in joints of the body).

5. Ginger may lower blood sugars and improve heart disease risk factors in patients with type 2 diabetes.

6. Ginger helps to reduce indigestion by improving regularity, which is beneficial for people with indigestion and related stomach discomfort.

7. Ginger may be effective against menstrual pain when taken at the beginning of the menstrual period. (one study recommends you take about 1gram of ginger powder for the first three days of menstrual period).

8. Ginger may lower cholesterol levels. Just add a little to your tea daily.

9. Ginger contains 6-gingerol which may have protective effects against cancer. More study needs to be carried out.

10. Ginger may be able to protect against age-related damage to the brain. it can also improve brain function in elderly women.

11. Gingerol, the bio active substance in fresh ginger, may help the risk of infection. Ginger extract can inhibit the growth of many different types of bacteria.

12. Ginger is effective against the oral bacteria linked to inflammatory diseases in the gums, such as gingivitis and periodontists.

13. Ginger may be effective against the virus that cause respiratory infections.

Add two slices of ginger, lemon and honey to your tea daily.





       

10 WAYS APPLE CIDER VINEGER WITH HONEY PROMOTES BETTER HEALTH

APPLE CIDER VINEGER is fermented juice from crushed apples. It contains the following niutrents   just like apple juice.
Pectin, Vitamin B1, B2, B6, C, Bioton, Folic acid, Naicin and Pantothenic acid.
It also contains some amount of these minerals: Sodium, Phospherous, Potassium, Calcium, Iron and Magnesium.

Get more benefits of Apple Cider Vineger by adding Honey:
Honey contains Potassium, Calcium, Magnesium, Iron, Copper and Zinc.
It also contains Vitamin C, Thiamine, Riboflavin, Nicotinc acid and  Vitamin B6.
The darker and less processed the Honey the more nutrients it contains.

HERE ARE THE BENEFITS:

1.  Helps with digestion and constipation

2.  Eliminates joint pains

3.  Treats acid reflux and heart burn

4.  Boosts energy

5.  Eases sore throat

6.  Reduces bad cholesterol

7.  Improves Blood Pressure

8.  Helps weight loss

9.  Eliminates bad breath

10. Reduces inflammation

INGREDIENTS:

1 Teaspoon of  raw Honey
1 Tablespoon of raw Oganic Apple Cider Vineger
1  Cup of water

DIRECTION:

Mix all of the above together and drink 20 - 30 minutes before breakfast.
You can drink more water if desired.

If you are on any medication like diuretics and medicines for diabetes or heart diseases, please talk to your doctor before drinking Apple Cider Vineger daily.

BREAKING NEWS - HEALING POWERS OF COCOANUT OIL

ORGANIC BROWN RICE, QUINOA PASTA AND VEGETABLES

INGREDIENTS

2  Cups Organic Brown Rice and Quinoa Penne
1   Medium size Red Bell pepper washed and diced
1   Medium size Green Bell pepper wash and diced
1  Cup of chopped Asparagus about 2 inches in lenght
1   Cup of chopped  Broccoli
1   Medium size Onion cleaned and diced
1  Teaspoon of black pepper
1  Teaspoon of curry powder
1/2 Teaspoon of thyme
2. Table spoon of Olive Oil
1  Cup of low fat milk
1/2 Teaspoon of salt to taste
2   Cups of white or brown Mushrooms

DIRECTION

In a sauce pan bring to boil 3 L of water, add a dash of salt if required.
Add pasta and cook uncovered, stirring occasionally for about 6 - 8 minutes until soft to the touch
Do not over cook. Rince with water. Drain and set aside.

Clean and cut the button mushrooms in half, place in a small sauce pan, add some of the chopped onions and allow to cook over low heat in its water until the water dries up. This is to preserve the niutrents and taste of the mushrooms.

Drop the Olive Oil in 9 inch sauce pan, place over medium heat. Allow to warm up.
Add a dash of salt, the chopped Onions, black pepper, thyme, curry powder, cook for about 3 - 5 minutes turning occasionally.
Add the Red bell pepper, green bell pepper, the asparagus, broccoli and the boiled mushrooms
Allow to cook for a further 5 minutes.

Now add the cup of milk and the Pasta, turning to mix with the vegetables. Leave to simmer over low heat for about 3 minutes.

Note this serves 4. 

"14" REASONS TO GRAB A SLICE OF WATERMELON NOW

1.  Watermelon is vegetable and not fruit

2.  Watermelon is 92% water.

3.  Vitamin C found in Watermelon may help prevent Asthma.

4.  Watermelon strong contents of Vitamin C may help to combat the formation of free radicals known to cause cancer.

5.  Potassium in Watermelon may help improve high blood pressure.

6.  Lycoene found in Watermelon may help prevent heart attack.

7.  Intake of lycopene has been linked to decrease risk of prostrate cancer.

8.  Water and fiber in Watermelon help prevent constipation and promote regularity for a healthy digestive tract.

9.  Being mostly water, Watermelon helps hydrate the body during the hot months of the year.

10.  Choline in Watermelon aids our body in sleeping.

11.  The Choline content of Watermelon aids muscle movement.

12.   Choline also aids our brain in learning and memory.

13.   Amino acids in Watermelon helps to reduce muscle soreness after exercises.

14.   Vitamin A in Watermelon is good for your skin and hair.

THE HEALING POWER OF PARSLEY

Parsley a popular table garnish, is the World's Healthiest Herb.  Unknown to many it is highly nutritious. It's an all year round plant that is available in most food stores.

There are two types, the curly and crinkly. Both have the same health benefits.

Parsley contains vitamin K which aids bone health.

The vitamin C it contains is a great immune booster.

Beta Carotene an antioxidant that can help the body against free-radical damage and fight the effects of aging is found in Parsley.

Daily use of parsley helps to relief joint pain, as it has anti inflammatory properties.

Parsley tea relaxes stiff muscles and encourage digestion. Use 2 tablespoons of fresh parsley per 2 cups of  hot water.

Parsley is recommended for patients with anemia because of its high Iron content. A sprinkle of parsley on any food gives a boost of Iron.

Add parsley to your foods for the nutritional perks. It makes a perfect addition to green smoothies too, upping their detoxification power.

7 HEALTHY BENEFITS OF ALMONDS

Almonds are rich in;

(1). B Vitamins

 (2). Healthy Fat,

 (3). Fiber,

(4). Protein,

(6). Magnesium

(7).  Vitamin E.

Almonds help to lower blood sugar levels

Reduce Blood Presure

Lower Cholesterol levels

They are said to reduce hunger pangs thereby aiding weight loss.