Grains of Hope

Karen Knowler: How to Set Up Your Own Super-Smoothie Bar At Home

2012-01-15T00:45:00.000-05:00

I've so enjoyed writing this article for you - this issue is a real fun one, I think! As many of you know, I LOVE smoothies and I'm also pretty good at creating and making them, so this issue I thought I'd share with you my guide to creating a smoothie bar in your own home that's good to go at any time of day and is quick and easy to use. Why smoothies? Because they're fast, quick, fun,

Sour Dough Kefir Bread (The Easy Way)

2012-01-06T11:59:00.000-05:00

12-oz kefir3 cups whole wheat flour1/2 tsp. salt1 tsp maple syrup or honeyCombine ingredients and knead until well incorporated. Turn dough out into greased glass bread pan. Smooth top and let sit covered for 24 hours.After 24 hours, pre-heat oven to 350 degrees. Remove cover and bake for 35 minutes. This bread keeps a long time.

Herbal Blogs

2012-01-04T12:07:00.002-05:00

Here is a great list of herbal blogs. Compiling this list was, I am sure, a lot of work, but seems like quite the labor of love. I think I will lock myself in my room for a couple of days and pour over all this wonderful information. Well, I don't suppose I will have the luxury of locking myself in my room, but you can be sure that I will be making my way through the list -- over and over again.

Dandruff

2011-12-27T01:03:00.002-05:00

Recently, I was asked about remedies for dandruff. There are a number of reasons for dandruff My sister-in-law is a hair dresser. She says that many times men (more often than women) do not rinse all the soap off of their scalp and soap scum builds up. The dried soap flakes off like snow flakes. Do you remember a commercial for dandruff shampoo which spoke of snow flakes? Wonderhubs used

The Cost of a Miracle

2011-10-08T23:28:00.001-04:00

A couple months ago, I came across this quote from Pope St. Leo the Great: Dearly beloved, when our Lord Jesus Christ was preaching the Gospel of the kingdom and healing various illnesses throughout the whole of Galilee, the fame of his mighty works spread into all of Syria, and great crowds from all parts of Judea flocked to the heavenly physician. Because human ignorance is slow to

Miso Soup

2011-03-16T16:47:00.003-04:00

This is a simple soup that is tasty, even on those icky, sicky days when one does not have much appetite. Soak for 2 hours or over night 6-inch piece kombu or 5 dried shitake mushrooms 6 cups cold water Remove shitake and slice thin, discarding any tough parts which remain. Return shitake to broth and bring to a boil. After simmering for a few minutes, remove kombu and reserve it for another

Potato Leek Soup

2011-03-09T12:52:00.010-05:00

March first was Saint David's feast day. Since our youngest is named David, we like to celebrate with a potato-leek soup. It makes a wonderful comfort food for these last few weeks of winter. Somehow, the first of March slipped past us this year. Now, however, we find ourselves at the beginning of Lent, with a fast day on Ash Wednesday. Since we have people in the family who cannot do a

Cancer is curable NOW

2011-02-25T23:16:00.002-05:00

The 7 chapters of the movie: "CANCER is curable NOW" 1. FAULTY SYSTEM which is not designed to heal, but to make money. Greed, Fear, Pressure, Obedience, Blind Faith 2. THE CAUSE OF CANCER will elaborate on the most proven and known causes and how to avoid them:

Chocolate Hazelnut Butter

2011-01-21T19:27:00.000-05:00

Recently, we got a coupon for Nutella from Costco. So we got 2 jars, then 2 more, then... Well, let's just say we got hooked on the stuff. But there are some issues with the ingredients being less than healthy. Last week, I saw a video from Splendor in the Raw where Chef Tina Jo makes this Chocolate Hazelnut Spread in the food processor. If you know me, you won't be surprised that I used hers as

Mint, Ginger, Pear Smoothie

2010-08-11T18:20:00.001-04:00

Our friend has a couple pear trees, so we had an abundance of pears. They are also our brain injured son's favorite fruit. So we put this smoothie together. It was a treat on a hot summer day. We used peppermint (very cooling), but you can try spearmint or a combination of the two. Place in Vitamix in the following order: 1 cup water 2 soft pears, cored and cut into half inch cubes 3

What does America Eat?

2010-08-06T23:38:00.000-04:00

The average American consumes 1,996.3 pounds of food in a year - almost five and a half pounds each day. Another source pegs this at over 3500 calories a day. We certainly are well fed people. Dairy products top the list of what we consume, at 631.7 pounds. 181 pounds of that is 'milk beverages'. When we milked our goats, we figured a gallon of milk weighs ten pounds. So, the average American

A Secret Method to Wipe Out Your Headache

2010-08-06T01:04:00.001-04:00

A colon massage is a way to rub down your abdomen to stimulate the activity of the colon, getting things moving again. It can energize the muscular, wave-like contractions of the intestines (peristalsis) to move their contents along during digestion and, eventually send the waste products out the rectum. You can find relief from constipation; headaches; flatulence; bloating; and even fatigue.

Kitchari: Real Comfort Food

2010-07-26T17:19:00.001-04:00

Kitchari (pronounced kitch-a-ree) means mixture, usually of two grains. It is a staple comfort food of India, tasting like a cross between a creamy rice cereal and a light dal, or lentil soup. If it is a cold, blustery day, or you are feeling under the weather, a bowl of kitchari – a soupy porridge made from rice and mung beans, lightly spiced with ginger, cilantro, and other spices – can both

Calcium Special Smoothie or Topping

2010-07-13T13:30:00.004-04:00

Figs are coming into season, now. They are best very fresh, and don't keep long once they are picked. So you can also use dried figs. Figs and sesame seeds are terrific sources of easily assimilable calcium. 8 - 10 figs 1/2 lemon or 1 Tbs. lemon juice 3 Tbs. sesame seeds or tahini 3 cardamom pods 1/2 tsp. cinnamon 1/2 inch piece of fresh ginger or 1/2 tsp. ground ginger 1/2 tsp. dulse water to

Exotic, Energizing Smoothie

2010-07-12T14:33:00.000-04:00

A little 'off the beaten track' but worth the effort: 1/2 cup pumpkin seeds (soaked a couple hours of over night) 1/2 cup wolfberries (soaked 5 to 10 minutes) 4 - 6 dates (pitted and soaked 5 to 10 minutes, dried) or 1/4 cup agave 2 cups water 3 Tablespoons dandelion leaves (or a small handful of fresh young dandelion leaves) 1 teaspoon ho sho wu (fo ti), ground 1 teaspoon dulse Place all

Summertime Peach Cobbler without heating up the kitchen

2010-07-10T22:27:00.000-04:00

In the summertime, I like to make dishes that don't heat up the kitchen, so here is a raw peach cobbler: Serves 6-8 Filling: 4 fresh organic peaches, with seeds removed, sliced thin 1/2 C fresh dates, pitted or figs (for extra calcium) 1/2 C fresh pineapple chunks 2 T honey or agave nectar 1 Tbs. lemon juice 1 tsp. vanilla 1/2 tsp. ground ginger or 2 T. crystallized ginger 1/2 tsp. ground

Carrot and Ginger Soup

2010-02-04T18:56:00.006-05:00

This is a hearty warming soup, filled with vitamin A and herbs which will prepare your respiratory system for exposure to colds and flu. It has a subtle curry flavor. Ingredients: 2 Tbs. butter 1 medium onion, chopped 2 Tbs. curry powder 2 Tbs. fresh ginger, chopped fine 2 Tbs. fenugreek seed, ground 1 Tbs. coriander seed, ground 8 - 10 cardamom pods, ground 1 Tbs. kelp or dulse 1 1/2 pounds

Apple, Date, Cinnamon Cookies

2009-12-21T22:19:00.002-05:00

My son and I made these this afternoon to send to my children who will not be able to be with us for Christmas. They are very moist and delicate cookies will a low sugar content. This recipe makes about a dozen cookies. Mix together in a large bowl: 1 Granny Smith apple, cored and chopped 1/2 cup dates, soaked, pitted, and chopped Beat together in separate bowl: 1 Tablespoon oil or melted

Saint Hildegard Cookies of Joy

2009-11-03T16:54:00.002-05:00

Hildegard von Bingen was born in 1098. She was a visionary, a Benedictine abbess, a scholar and correspondent with popes, scholars, kings and queens. Her writings include books of natural science, medicine, theology, metaphysics and music. She is the composer and lyricist for the earliest recorded music by a woman. As a scientist and healer, she promoted natural medicine that integrated physical,

Flu vaccines revealed as the greatest quackery ever pushed in the history of medicine

2009-10-16T19:19:00.002-04:00

by Mike Adams, the Health Ranger, NaturalNews Editor(NaturalNews) Prepare to have your world rocked. What you're about to read here will leave you astonished, inspired and outraged all at the same time. You're about to be treated to some little-known information demonstrating why seasonal flu vaccines are utterly worthless and why their continued promotion is based entirely on fabricated studies

What to do about Chicken Pox

2009-10-07T10:22:00.005-04:00

Chicken pox seems to be making the 'rounds recently. Since the vaccine, few young children have had the experience of this formerly common, mild, but uncomfortable childhood disease. Older children, and even adults, are more likely to have a difficult time with the outbreak.I did some research on chicken pox. Herpes zoster is implicated in both chicken pox and shingles. Chicken pox is generally a

You ARE What You Eat

2009-08-27T20:51:00.005-04:00

Everything you put in your mouth has an effect on your body – for good or ill. There is no neutral ground. It must pack the best nutrition. The body expects to be fed something that will give it what it needs to build, repair, and strengthen itself.Read that again . . . . Think carefully about it. Not all food is equally nourishing. Foods which lack nutrients cause your body to become

Raw Gingerbread Men Recipe

2009-07-31T08:13:00.000-04:00

Raw Gingerbread MenFrom Karen Knowler, Raw Food Coach in Englandhttp://www.therawfoodcoach.com/products/50_quick_and_easy_recipes.phpRawcookies It all began with a desire to replace my son's "healthy" (organic, no junk) gingerbread men with truly healthy ones just a couple of days ago. As my mind kicked in to try and figure out how this could be possible and with a little search on the web for

A Simple, Inexpensive Method to Improve Your Health

2009-07-10T18:57:00.002-04:00

How do we break the inflammation cycle and encourage the body to operate at a heightened level of efficiency? Toxic substances stimulate the immune system to go into action. These substances can range from foreign chemicals to bacteria, viruses, fungus, or parasites. The immune system’s response to toxins generates free radicals which create inflammation throughout the body. A healthy body

Summertime Learning Opportunity

2009-05-04T01:27:00.000-04:00

Herbs and Your Health June 13 - July 25Studio Dance and Fitness116 E. Crogan St.Lawrenceville, GA 30045 Seven week course on using herbs and diet to improve the health of body systems (special topics may be substituted by request). The class can be taken as a whole, or each class taken individually. June 13: Introduction and overview of dietary issues. We do not prescribe a diet, just

What Type of Specator are You?

2009-04-07T14:08:00.001-04:00

Bishop Fulton Sheen offered this meditation on the Passion of Christ in 1979, shortly before his death.Part OnePart TwoPart ThreePart FourPart FiveMay you have a blessed Holy Week!

Let Your Voice Be Heard!

2009-03-13T14:57:00.001-04:00

The Obama administration has allowed a 30-day comment period, before they take away conscience protection from doctors and nurses in the US. Here is an excerpt from the actual document:“The Department is proposing to rescind in its entirety the final rule entitled “Ensuring That Department of Health and Human Services Funds Do Not Support Coercive or Discriminatory Policies or Practices in

Vaccines as Biological Weapons?

2009-03-03T22:55:00.002-05:00

(From NaturalNews) There's a popular medical thriller novel in which a global pandemic is intentionally set off by an evil plot designed to reduce the human population. In the book, a nefarious drug company inserts live avian flu viruses into vaccine materials that are distributed to countries around the world to be injected into patients as "flu shots." Those patients then become carriers for

Behind the Scenes - Skin Deep

2009-02-28T22:59:00.002-05:00

Webisodes are the future of entertainment. Here is a sneak peek at an upcoming ground breaking series.

Validation

2009-02-17T09:52:00.001-05:00

This short film, written and directed by Kurt Kuenne and starring T.J. Thyne and Vicki Davis, has won a variety of awards including Best Narrative Short at the Cleveland International Film Festival and the Audience Award at the Hawaii International Film Festival. It’s guaranteed to give you a smile.

Make Your Own Tasty Nutritious Bread

2009-02-05T13:19:00.006-05:00

All of us are budget conscious these days. Food prices remain high because the prices were negotiated last summer and fall, when gas prices went through the roof. Like everything else, the cost of bread is rising like the yeast-laden dough from which it is made. News reports estimate, the cost of bread is up 10.7 per cent in the last 12 months. Unless you cave in and buy empty-calorie white bread

Fermented Soy is Only Soy Food Fit for Human Consumption

2009-02-03T16:17:00.004-05:00

by Barbara Minton, Natural Health Editor(NaturalNews) Writings about the soybean date back to 3000 B.C., when the Emperor of China listed the virtues of soybean plants for regenerating the soil for future crops. His praises centered on the root of the plant, not the bean. These ancient writing suggested that the Chinese recognized the unfitness of soybeans for human consumption in their natural

Holistic Approach to Endometriosis

2009-01-30T11:22:00.003-05:00

From Natural Newsby Jo Hartley, citizen journalist(NaturalNews) Endometriosis is a painful condition affecting women during their reproductive years. Endometriosis is one of the most common reasons behind both infertility and chronic pelvic pain in women. Pregnancy often provides temporary relief from symptoms of endometriosis, although there is no documented cure at this time. The good news is

'FireProof' Released on DVD

2009-01-27T13:36:00.002-05:00

'Fireproof' the movie was released on DVD today. You need to see it.Hubby, our boys, and I went the weekend 'FireProof' was released in theaters. My 10 year old enjoyed it, too. He is still giggling about the salt and pepper shakers.DH is a big movie buff, often taking the boys to see the newest release. I am quite discriminating when it comes to movies, so I do not often go with them. When I

Health Tip of the Day - Attitude Adjustment

2009-01-26T18:19:00.002-05:00

Right in your hand you have a reminder of your best attitudes for success in your health goals!☻ Your thumb reminds you to approach any predicament you encounter with a “thumbs-up” orientation. Even one that looks like failure can teach you something that you can then use to fine-tune your future actions.☻ Your pointer reminds you to direct all your actions toward your goal.☻ Your middle finger

Health Tip of the Day - Get Moving

2009-01-24T23:33:00.004-05:00

The human body is meant to move. Incorporate physical activity into your daily routine. You will improve your overall health, well-being, and quality of life. Any activity that gets your heart rate up and moves your muscles qualifies as physical activity. Some ideas to live a more active lifestyle are:☻ Gardening. ☻ Cleaning your home.☻ Washing your car by hand.☻ Taking your children to a park

Health Tip of the Day - Sugar Causes Genetic Damage

2009-01-20T10:50:00.004-05:00

Giving in to the urgings of the sweet tooth has farther reaching consequences than one might think. We know about the blood sugar roller coaster that results from that chocolate bar you crave. It turns out that the effects last for weeks, and may even effect future generations.Australian scientists at the Baker IDI Heart and Diabetes Institute study the impact of diet on human heart tissue and

Bread for People Intimidated by Making Their Own.

2009-01-16T22:07:00.006-05:00

Many people feel intimidated at the prospect of making bread. Baking bread does not have to be a fussy or time consuming business. I like to fit bread making into my schedule, rather than vice-versa. It really only needs a few minutes of attention here and there. As you get more comfortable with the process, you will find that your bread choices are limited only by your imagination.Always make

Health Tip of the Day - Food is Medicine

2009-01-14T16:31:00.002-05:00

Everything you put in your mouth (or on your skin) has an effect on your body, for good or for ill - there is no neutral ground. Food can be like a powerful drug. It can have a chemical affect on our body and alter our emotional state. To keep your mind clear and body in balance, eliminate foods high in refined sugar and unhealthy fats. Replace non-foods with high quality nutritious food. Go for

Common Household Uses of 3% Hydrogen Peroxide

2009-01-12T16:01:00.003-05:00

☻ Bleaching Formula - Make a paste of cream of tartar or baking soda and H2O2 and apply to rust spot, let stand for about 30 minutes. Scrub with a sponge and rinse.☻ Chopping Board Stain Remover - Rub in 3% H2O2 and let stand for 10 minutes. Rub in, rinse with clean water and then apply lemon juice and let stand for 10 minutes. Rub and rinse with water.☻ Drain Cleaner - Mix ½ cup H2O2, ½ cup

More on Moxxor's Omega 3 Content

2009-01-07T07:44:00.005-05:00

Jeremy Harris, from Moxxor's scientific advisory board provides this information:"...MOXXOR is the most powerful and effective all-natural omega-3 on the planet exclusively from the pure pristine ocean of New Zealand.Firstly, MOXXOR greenlip mussel oil contains a large range of different fatty acid groups (lipid groups) one of which is the omega-3 family. Within the omega-3 family there are

Honey adds health benefits, is natural preservative and sweetener in salad dressings

2009-01-06T13:28:00.003-05:00

Food manufacturers, responding to consumers who prefer products with natural ingredients, find that antioxidant-rich honey is a healthy alternative to chemical additives and refined sweeteners in commercial salad dressings. A University of Illinois study co-authored by scientist from Kraft Foods and Newlywed Foods monitored the effects of adding honey to salad dressing.Clover and blueberry honey

FLU SEASON IS DEFINITELY HERE!

2009-01-05T11:06:00.015-05:00

Flu is a highly contagious disease, usually more prevalent in the Winter and Spring. It is spread through discharges from the mouth and nose from infected persons. The influenza virus has great genetic variation, which accounts for the frequent epidemics, caused by different strains of the virus. The main target of the virus is the respiratory system. Flu can be highly dangerous for children,

Health Tip of the Day - Sleep

2009-01-04T17:57:00.004-05:00

A good night's sleep is essential for your health. Go to bed and wake up at the same time every day to wake up refreshed and energized. It is best not to need an alarm clock to wake you up. Adjust your bedtime until you wake up naturally just before your alarm clock goes off. If you are a dyed-in-the-wool night owl, note your current bedtime. Go to bed 15 minutes earlier every 3 days until you

Health Tip of the Day - immune booster

2009-01-02T23:01:00.005-05:00

Infection fighting juiceThis juice will help boost your immune function1 broccoli floret2 sticks celery1 carrot½ red onion1 clove garlic1 green apple3 red radishes1 tsp. dried basil (optional)Pass all through a juicer and dilute with half a cup of freshly brewed green tea.Or chop into 1/2 to 1 inch pieces and put all ingredients in a high powered blender with 2 cups of water or green tea. Strain

3 Sheets to the Wind - No NSAIDS

2008-12-31T11:15:00.002-05:00

This is from Jenny Thompson of Health Sciences International:If you're headed out for some New Year's festivities tonight, here's a fun fact you can use to entertain your fellow revelers: "three sheets to the wind" is a nautical term.As every sailor knows, the ropes that secure the lower corners of sails are called sheets. If three sheets should come loose in a stiff wind, the sails flap wildly,

A Riddle as We Contemplate Our New Year Resolutions

2008-12-31T08:41:00.000-05:00

I am your constant companion.I am your greatest asset or heaviest burden.I will push you up to success or down to disappointment.I am at your command.Half the things you do might just as well be turned over to me,For I can do them quickly, correctly, and profitably.I am easily managed, just be firm with me.Those who are great, I have made great.Those who are failures, I have made failures.I am

Nutritional Profile of Moxxor Omega 3 Supplement

2008-12-31T00:23:00.004-05:00

I received this report from Mike Adams today:Nutritional Profile of Moxxor with explanationWe finally have the nutritional profile numbers ready for you.Keep in mind as you review this information that the nutritional numbers only reveal the tip of the iceberg on this. Numbers by themselves don't tell the whole story. For example, you know that 50 grams of carbohydrates from a fresh, raw apple

Health Tip of the Day - digestion

2008-12-30T10:42:00.002-05:00

Maintaining a healthy gastrointestinal system is crucial for optimum health. A stressful lifestyle may affect digestive enzyme production, reduce gastrointestinal motility, and interfere with overall function of the gastrointestinal system. Your body will be unable to properly absorb nutrients if you eat in a hurry or are in an angry or stressed out state. A moment of silence before meals will

Health Tip of the Day - Brain Power

2008-12-29T11:10:00.002-05:00

Here are some Simple Ways to Supercharge Your Brain:☻ Sleep well - Research indicates that long-term memory is built during sleep. Your brain goes through 4 cycles of sleep repeatedly through the night. The fourth stage of rapid eye movement (REM) is the dreaming phase. During REM, your mind replays images of your experiences of the previous day. The repeated playbacks program your subconscious

Health Tip of the Day

2008-12-27T20:17:00.000-05:00

Regular physical activity promotes health and improves the functioning of the digestive system, stimulates lymphatic flow which promotes elimination of toxins from the body and supports the immune system. If you feel your energy dropping in the middle of the day, take a drink of filtered water, get up and go for a short walk or do some jumping jacks or other physical activity. This will

Baked Spiced Apples with Oats

2008-12-26T10:17:00.007-05:00

Ingredients:1 12-16 oz. pkg. fresh or frozen cranberries3 c. rolled oats (extra thick ones work especially well)Cut into wedges and core:6 large applesSprinkle with lemon juice to prevent browning.Grind together:2-3 Tbs. Chia Seed1 Tbs. Cinnamon1 Tbs. fenugreek1 Tbs. Dulse or kelp flakes2 tsp. Coriander Seed1 tsp. dried ginger6 Cardamom pods (or 1/2 tsp. ground cardamom)1/4 tsp. NutmegLayer

5 lessons about the way we treat people

2008-12-25T13:55:00.001-05:00

1 - First Important Lesson - Cleaning Lady. During my second month of college, our professor gave us a pop quiz. I was a conscientious student and had breezed through the questions until I read the last one: 'What is the first name of the woman who cleans the school?' Surely this was some kind of joke. I had seen the cleaning woman several times. She was tall, dark-haired and in her 50's, but how

Health Tip of the Day - Water

2008-12-23T10:24:00.002-05:00

Your body is made up of approximately 70% water. When the body does not move, the water in them becomes stagnant, creating a breeding ground for disease. As you move your body with exercise, you stir the water, refreshing your body, renewing your energy and regaining strength.Dehydration may show up as a headache, tiredness, lightheadedness, nausea or anxiety. If you experience any of these

Fish Oils Reduce Risk of Eye Disease

2008-12-18T07:53:00.001-05:00

(NaturalNews) A high intake of omega-3 fatty acids from fish oil significantly decreases the risk of vision loss in old age, according to a study conducted by researchers from the University of Melbourne and published in the Annals of Ophthamology.Researchers analyzed the results of nine prior studies on a total of 88,974 people, more than 3,000 of whom suffered from age-related macular

Health Tip of the Day

2008-12-17T13:24:00.002-05:00

Research shows that eating a wide variety of fruits and vegetables protects you against cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and the effects of aging. Experiment with a variety of brightly colored fruits and vegetables. Think of the rainbow when putting together a salad or vegetable tray. A great way to ensure you receive your daily vegetable requirements is to fill your plate 1/2 full with fresh raw

HOW HEALING BECAME A COMMODITY - PART III

2008-12-13T00:13:00.004-05:00

How You are part of Health Justice.(Citizens for Health)The framers of our republic were obsessed with avoiding what they called dependency. But what they meant by this word is likely lost on most Americans today. Most of us think of dependency as addiction – to alcohol, to drugs, to foreign oil. The framers had a much more basic idea: A citizen was considered dependent when he was not free to

HOW HEALING BECAME A COMMODITY - PART II

2008-12-11T23:00:00.003-05:00

(Citizens for Health)The road to hell is paved with good intentions. Whoever coined that phrase didn’t have healthcare in mind, but it certainly applies, especially when it comes to the role of orthodox science and law. We gave you one piece of the puzzle last time with the story about soap. Here’s another piece of the puzzle, more complex and compelling:Imagine that for hundreds, perhaps

HOW HEALING BECAME A COMMODITY - PART I: The Story of Soap

2008-12-11T12:00:00.002-05:00

(Citizens for Health)What we spend on health care now represents 17 percent of the U.S. gross domestic product. It is the single largest sector of the U.S. economy. The Congressional Budget Office says that health care costs will reach 25% of GNP by 2025 under current trends.Health wasn’t always such an article of commercial consumption. Once upon a time, health was less a “thing”, and more of

Health Tip of the Day

2008-12-10T17:28:00.001-05:00

Salad dressing can significantly increase the calories and fat content of salad. For a tasty no fat dressing; blend 1 Cup Fresh Tomatoes (in chunks), 1 Cup mango (flesh only), 1/4 cup water and 2-3 Tbsp. balsamic vinegar. Instead of using butter, margarine, or mayonnaise, dress-up veggies and salads with plain yogurt and herbs.

Health Tip of the Day - Wonders of Fiber

2008-12-09T10:10:00.005-05:00

The National Cancer Institute recommends at least 20 to 35 grams of fiber daily. Fiber is essential to aid the digestive system in elimination of toxins and waste. It promotes healthy regular bowel movements, moving food quickly through the digestive tract to minimize the time that potential carcinogens are in the intestines. Because of this, fiber has been shown to prevent some forms of cancer.

Health Tip of the Day

2008-12-08T11:25:00.002-05:00

The key to attaining better health is to develop a strategy to incorporate healthy decisions, and ultimately habits, into your daily life. Focus your mind on health. See yourself as healthy, fit, and energetic. When you reach for something to put into your mouth, remember: nothing tastes as good as looking and feeling good feels. Anything you put in your mouth (or on your skin) will either help

Health Tip of the Day - Stress Reduction

2008-12-07T08:47:00.002-05:00

Stress has been linked to heart disease, high blood pressure, accelerated aging and type 2 Diabetes. Many people cope with stress by binging on junk food or harboring other addictive habits. Remember, the cause of a habit is repetition. To break a bad habit, substitute something more fruitful.To decrease the effects of stress:☻ Make sure you get enough sleep. Get to bed early enough that you can

Health Tip of the Day

2008-12-06T09:43:00.003-05:00

Do you spend long hours sitting at a desk during your work day? Do you find yourself sitting in your vehicle for long periods of time? Sitting for extended periods of time restricts the circulation in the lower half of your body. To make matters worse, you may cross your legs or prop one foot on your knee. Since blood does not move freely, this can lead to problems like varicose veins,

The World's Top Five Superfoods for Silky Smooth Skin

2008-12-05T22:28:00.002-05:00

(By Mike Adams of NaturalNews) When it comes to healthy-looking skin, nutrition beats cosmetics hands down. Creating radiant, glowing, youthful-looking skin can best be accomplished by focusing on what's inside, not by covering up the skin with artificial colors that try to paint a new face on the outside. But which superfoods, exactly, are best for supporting healthy skin in the first place?In

Health Tip of the Day - Recipe

2008-12-05T11:27:00.003-05:00

Since we read about the benefits of apples, here is a recipe for an apple spread. My 9 year old had this on his birthday cake. Now he wants it whenever I make a cake.Applesauce ‘Frosting’2 Tablespoons Astragalus Root Powder (optional, for extra immune support)1Tablespoon flax seed1Tablespoon chia seed (or add an extra Tbs. of flax)1 Tablespoon fennel seed1 Tablespoon fenugreek seed1 Tablespoon

Health Tip of the Day

2008-12-04T15:43:00.004-05:00

A sign of healthy skin is not a lack of wrinkles but a good elasticity. Healthy skin has a glow to it. As we age, we lose collagen and elasticity. Use natural products so that skin pores will not become clogged. Coconut oil has many benefits for your face. It moistens skin without leaving a greasy feel after the first few minutes. It has been found to have anti bacterial and anti tumor effects.

Health Tip of the Day -Food as Medicine

2008-12-03T13:36:00.003-05:00

Apples are an important source of phytonutrients. These plant-derived chemical compounds are associated with positive health effects. Many of the phytonutrients found in apples are strong antioxidants, fighting free radicals. When people in the United States consume fruits, 22% of antioxidant compounds (also called phenols) come from apples. This makes apples the greatest source of phenols in the

Health Tip of the Day

2008-12-02T11:29:00.004-05:00

Your body will be unable to properly absorb nutrients if you eat in a hurry or are in an angry or stressed out state. To center and calm yourself before eating, take several slow deep breaths and chew your food slowly and thoroughly.

Health Tip of the Day

2008-12-01T11:05:00.006-05:00

Most people breathe rapidly and shallowly. Shallow breathing is associated with fear and anger. Breathing slowly is a great portable stress reducer. Deep breathing is a great way to calm yourself and energize your body. When you breathe deeply and slowly, your heart rate will probably slow down and your stress level will likely be reduced.To increase your oxygen intake during the day, practice

Health Tip of the Day

2008-11-30T11:27:00.003-05:00

Learn to laugh. Laughter is a powerful medicine that helps you develop better perspectives during stressful situations. Laughter is an important key to health. Laughter can alter your internal chemistry from negative to positive, releases tension, shifts your perception so you can center yourself and makes life more enjoyable. Consider watching a good comedy instead of the news before bedtime

Health Tip of the Day

2008-11-29T10:53:00.005-05:00

Each day, take some time to thank someone for something they did for you - something recent, or something in the past. Choose something tangible rather than offering a general sentiment.Write an email, or send a note in a card. Perhaps give them a call, but the written word seems to have a more lasting impact, because the person can look at it again and again. Just dash off a simple: "Thank

Health Tip of the Day

2008-11-28T15:17:00.004-05:00

A recent study in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that low intensity exercise such as bicycling, walking, or swimming, can increase the speed at which the body utilizes excess fat. If you overindulge on high fat food during the holidays, make sure to keep doing your low intensity exercise. Additionally, your digestive process will improve. You will also find some nifty benefits

Health Tip of the Day

2008-11-27T18:25:00.002-05:00

The more you praise and celebrate life, the more there is in life to celebrate. Oprah WinfreyWhile Oprah is not one of my favorite mystics, she has a point here. There are two kinds of people in the world: Those who are grateful for what life hands them, and those who curse God whenever things do not go their way -- and sometimes when things actually do work in their favor.A tip from

Health Tip of the Day

2008-11-26T13:14:00.005-05:00

Your body needs 16 essential vitamins, 60 minerals, 3 fatty acids, and 12 amino acids. No one food has everything the body needs. Eating 80% of one's diet a variety of fresh raw seasonal fruits, vegetables, soaked nuts and sprouted seeds will assure that your body is getting what it needs! A good strategy is to make sure that each week, when you shop, you pick at least one new fresh ripe

Health Tip of the Day

2008-11-25T13:47:00.002-05:00

To reduce refined sugar intake, watch for the words sucrose, glucose, dextrose, fructose, corn syrup sweeteners, maltose and lactose on food labels. It is hard to avoid these items in pre-prepared items. Home made meals and treats really do not take much longer to prepare.☻ In the time it takes to thaw and cook a frozen meal, you can put together a stir fry, made with fresh veggies mixed with

Health Tip of the Day

2008-11-24T09:50:00.004-05:00

Hydration is important. Drink 16 ounces of water each day when you first get up. For extra punch, squeeze the juice of one lemon in the water. During the night, your body has used water to flush toxins from your body, eliminating them in your morning's first urine. You must replenish the fluids lost during the eight to ten hours (or more) since you last had anything to drink.Throughout the

Nanoparticles, Asbestos of Our Time? (revised)

2008-11-18T09:50:00.002-05:00

Researchers in Finland and the US studied how certain nanoparticles interact with cells. Results indicated that nanoparticles may alter cell structure, causing the cells to die. Currently, nanoparticles are widely used in cosmetics, electronics, optical devices, medicine, and in food packaging materials. Nanoparticles may well be the asbestos of the twenty first century: a considerable threat

Nanoparticles the Asbestos of Our Time?

2008-11-17T13:46:00.003-05:00

Researchers in Finland and the US studied how carbon-based nanoparticles interact with cells. Results indicated that nanoparticles may alter cell structure, causing critical damage to cell functions. Nanoparticles may be the asbestos of the twenty first century: a considerable threat to people's health.The research showed that healthy cell cultures are unaltered when exposed to fullerenes.

Scents, Herbs, and Spices of the Season

2008-11-15T01:32:00.001-05:00

What are your favorite uses of herbs during the holidays?★ Which smells bring you memories of special times?★ What sorts of teas or beverages are related to this time of year?★ How are spices do you use during the holidays?ScentsThe sense of smell is less appreciated than other senses. Yet, it is powerful. The nerves from the nose go directly to the amygdala which performs a primary role in the

A Review of the Moxxor Company, Product, and Business

2008-11-03T16:29:00.003-05:00

If you currently take fish oil for it's anti-inflammatory properties you may want to check out a new product (MOXXOR) which contains greenlip mussel oil which has an anti-inflammatory value 158 times more effective than Fish Oil EPA. Along with this astonishing level of anti-inflammatory power the product also contains Sauvignon blanc grape seed extract which has an antioxidant ORAC (oxygen

Green-Lipped Mussels Omega-3 Oils Join Moxxor, NaturalNews

2008-10-28T20:28:00.003-04:00

by Mike Adams(NaturalNews) The world of omega-3 superfoods just experienced a breakthrough. A new company called "Moxxor" has introduced a marine omega-3 oil supplement derived from green-lipped mussels grown and harvested in the aquaculture farms of New Zealand. This story explains why I'm endorsing this company, its products and its direct-sales compensation plan, how your support of Moxxor

Excuse Me, That Gas Lowers My Blood Pressure

2008-10-24T22:52:00.002-04:00

Dr. Solomon Snyder from Johns Hopkins determined that the embarrassing aroma of flatulence is caused by a gas which lowers blood pressure. The team at Johns Hopkins reported its conclusions in the October 24 edition of the journal ‘Science.’Over the past twenty years, biologists have been intrigued by the properties of various gases (called gasotransmitters) in signaling a number of functions in

Moderate Alcohol Consumption Shrinks Brain

2008-10-17T15:01:00.001-04:00

We have been told that moderate use of alcohol is good for the heart. However, reports from the Framingham Study show that moderate to heavy alcohol use is associated with damage to brain tissue. Such damage to the brain may lead to higher risk of stroke or dementia.The Framingham Study began in 1948 to follow the residents of Framingham, Massachusetts and their offspring. The study is now

Bad Eating Habits Produce Inflammation and Changes in Behavior

2008-10-08T22:59:00.003-04:00

Overeating is a self perpetuating habit which has devastating health effects. The habit sets off a series of events which short circuit the normal signals the body gives to regulate eating habits. All this leads to wide spread inflammation, contributing to chronic diseases like arthritis, diabetes, heart disease, and cancer. Apparently food choices make changes, not only in your health, but

Choosing the Best Apple Juice for your health

2008-10-01T17:46:00.004-04:00

Fruits and vegetables are a good source of antioxidants. Antioxidants are compounds that neutralize free radicals -- molecules that can damage body cells and contribute to disease. With an emphasis on eating healthier, people are trying to find ways to consume the recommended five to seven servings of fruits and vegetables each day. Many are overwhelmed at the concept of putting that many items

Effect of Caffeine on Stress Levels and Teamwork

2008-09-29T00:35:00.003-04:00

“Taking a coffee break at work may actually sabotage employees’ ability to do their jobs and undermine teamwork instead of boosting it, suggests new research.” So begins an article in New Scientist. We thought coffee breaks reduce stress. Have you noticed however, that after drinking coffee, stressful personal interactions do actually become more tense? Men tend to speak much louder, escalating

Natural Relief for Laryngitis

2008-09-26T21:01:00.000-04:00

Laryngitis leaves a person speechless. At best, the person speaks in a raspy tone or in a whisper. Severe cases lead to a complete loss of the voice. It is inconvenient, especially if your occupation involves a great deal of vocal communication. Acute laryngitis lasts just a few days, but chronic cases can last weeks or even longer. Sometimes it is painful.The larynx is located in the throat

Vaccine Refusal

2008-09-17T16:42:00.002-04:00

A friend posted this on her blog. The data is a couple years old, but it is the most comprehensive treatment of the subject I have seen in one place.Please note: This is NOT an exemption form. This document is designed to facilitate the discussion between you and those you choose to discuss your decision to refuse vaccines. Many states have prescribed forms which they use for exemption purposed.

Suicide Risk Increases With Medication

2008-09-01T21:57:00.004-04:00

Increased rates suicide and violent behavior have been linked to anti depressant medication. Federal drug regulators are now investigating links with other medications to suicide. Among the drugs being investigated are an asthma medication, drugs for controlling seizures, and even a substance used to assist those who want to quit smoking.Drug companies insist that a cause and effect

Diet, Lifestyle Change Effect at Genetic Level

2008-08-25T22:52:00.002-04:00

Dr. Dean Ornish, head of the Preventive Medicine Research Institute in Sausalito, California, is a well-known author advocating lifestyle changes to improve health. Dr. Ornish is also affiliated with the University of California at San Francisco. He recently reported on the Gene Expression Modulation by Intervention with Nutrition and Lifestyle (GEMINAL) study. This study indicated that making

Omega 3 Fats Superior to Anti-Depressants During Pregnancy

2008-08-22T00:25:00.003-04:00

The demands on a woman’s body during pregnancy often leave her feeling depleted, physically and emotionally. Depression is common among pregnant women. Concerns have been raised about possible harm from antidepressants which might affect both mother and child. Mothers-to-be and their health care providers often look for other choices than pharmaceuticals.Researchers at China Medical University

Increase in Organic Crops Would Help the World Food Supply

2008-08-17T10:48:00.003-04:00

Over a year ago, researchers presented a solution for world hunger: a switch of even half of North America's and Europe's farming regions to organic methods could produce enough food to feed the current world's population. This shift has the added benefit of improving the environment. Talk about an amazing insight!We, who have encouraged consumption of organics for years are not surprised by this

Scientific Revelation: Age Related Decline Is Not Inevitable

2008-03-01T09:48:00.005-05:00

A Dutch woman decided to will her body to science when she was 82 years old. When she turned 111, she contacted the researchers, worried that she was too old to be of interest to them. On the contrary, they assured her, because of her age, they were especially interested in her.Over the next four years, she submitted to testing twice. The results showed her to be above average, even for people