GREEN JUICE

GREEN JUICE Anybody? Do you know the real reason why green juices are so good for us? Here's 7 reasons why Juicing Greens is what we all should do everyday....

1. Fastest way to alkalize our bodies (helps eliminate inflammation and acids in our bloodstream)

2. 100% Pre-digested. (Goes into our bloodstream immediately, reaching everyone of our 100 trillion cells, bathing and bringing powerhouse nutrients and oxygen.)

3. Enzyme rich ~ These greens are power-packed with plant based enzymes that help 'eat' up undigested particles in our bloodstream, helping to heal our bodies.

4. Instsant Energy! Green juices give us more energy than any other juice can give to us! 

5. Low-Glycemic ~ Green juices are low glycemic and just about any human being can drink them, even if they are diabetic.

6. Power of Photosynthesis! Green juices are literally bursting with the power of photosynthesis. This means that the conversion from the sun to the plants are now present inside your body when you drink these greens. 

7. Helps with Elimination efficiently! You would be surprised to see just how wonderful green juices can help heal the stomach lining, esophagus and small and large intestine.

Try to make this TONIC everyday, even if it's just for breakfast or before bedtime....anytime is the perfect time! and BOY this tonic is delicious. Organic Only....

Jay's Green is Great tonic

1 Large Lime Juiced (skin and all)
1 cup Spinach
1 cup Parsley
1 Green Apple
6 ribs Celery
1 large Cucumber (unwaxed)


Source: Juice Education on Facebook

TOP 7 -SUPER ALKALINE FOODS :

TOP 7 -SUPER ALKALINE FOODS :

 >1. SPINACH -All leafy greens should be eaten in abundance but spinach is my absolute favourite because it’s easy to buy, easy to use in recipes and salads and is delicious. Baby spinach or fully grown spinach are Nutritional powerhouses and are incredibly alkaline. As with all green foods, spinach is rich in chlorophyll (see more about the health benefits of chlorophyll here), a potent alkaliser and blood builder. It is also super high in vitamin K, vitamin A, manganese, folate, magnesium, iron, vitamin c, vitamin b2, calcium, potassium, vitamin e, dietary fiber…I doubt there is a more all round healthy food on earth and I highly encourage you to eat spinach throughout the day, every day. 

>2. KALE -Kale is another leafy green beauty that is widely known for its Cancer-Fighting, Cholesterol-Lowering, Antioxidant-rich, Detoxifying goodness. Less popular than spinach, but only because it has a history of being cooked poorly (like cabbage) – when done right it is absolutely delicious (see recipes below, you’ll thank me). If you eat kale 2-3 times per week you’ll know it. Like spinach it is massively high in vitamin K, vitamin A and vitamin C and being Leafy Green it also has a huge Chlorophyll content. The reason it is so powerful against the Cancer Fight is that kale contains at least four Glucosinolates. I don’t want to lose you here by using words like glucosinolates – all you need to know is that as soon as you eat and digest kale, these glucosinolates are really easily converted by the body into cancer fighting compounds. Also quite amazing for Lowering Cholesterol, it should be noted that steamed kale is more effective for cholesterol lowering than raw.

 >3. CUCUMBER The beauty of cucumber is it’s water content – 95%. That is phenomenal and you won’t find that anywhere else. It’s the daddy of water-content. This of course makes it an incredibly hydrating food to consume, that ALSO contains superb amounts of antioxidants, including the super-important lignans. These highly beneficial polyphenols have more commonly been associated with the cruciferous vegetables, but their content in other veggies such as cucumbers is gaining more and more attention. Cucumbers contain a right load of lariciresinol, pinoresinol, and secoisolariciresinol , three lignans that have a huge and very strong history of research in connection with Reduced Risk of Cardiovascular disease as well as several cancer types, including Breast, Uterine, Ovarian, and Prostate Cancers. The best thing about cucumber is that they provide the base for practically every alkaline soup, smoothie and juice – giving you a very alkaline, very nutritious base that also tastes great. In terms of the actual nutrient RDA per serve, cucumbers contain fair amounts of vitamins K and C, and slightly less of vitamin A and the B vitamins. Cucumbers also contain the following alkaline minerals: calcium, iron, phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, selenium, copper, manganese, iron and zinc. 

4. BROCCOLI - Broccoli is just a must. If you are serious about living with health, energy and vitality you simply have to eat broccoli, if not on a daily basis, then at least 4 times per week. Broccoli has been proven over and over and over again to be incredibly powerful in inhibiting Cancers, supporting the Digestive System, the Cardiovascular System, the Detoxification processes in the body and also supporting the Skin, metabolism, İmmune system, being an Anti-İnflammatory and providing ample Antioxidants. Eaten steamed or raw its a Hugely Alkaline, Hugely Nutritious food. Please, please, please eat lots and lots of it. Put it in salads, juices, smoothies, soups…steam it with other veggies – you can even roast

 >5. AVOCADO -I eat a LOT of avocado. Not a salad, smoothie or soup goes by without me adding at least 1/2 an avocado per person. I probably eat at least five-seven per week, myself. Now, I know a lot of people give avocado a bad rep because it is a high-fat food (85% of it’s calories come from fats) – but this is totally insane. These are good fats that will not make you gain weight. If anything, due to the high content of oleic acid (making it an Omega 9 fat and very similar to olive oil), it can lower total cholesterol level and raise levels of high-density lipoproteins (HDLs) while lowering low-density lipoproteins (LDLs), also known as the “bad” cholesterol. Oleic Acid also slows the development of heart disease, and promotes the production of Antioxidants. These beneficial omega oils also help speed the metabolism, actually leading to weight loss rather than gain. So now we’re over the fat issue, avocado also contains a wide range of other nutrients that have serious Anti-İnflammatory, Heart Health, Cardiovascular Health, Anti-Cancer, and Blood Sugar Benefits. Containing key Antioxidants such as alpha-carotene, beta-carotene, lutein, selenium and more – it is a powerful, alkaline, nutrient-dense superfood.

 >6. CELERY - Celery, like cucumber is a favourite because it’s alkaline AND really high water content, so is used very frequently as a base in juices and soups (not so much smoothies as you have to juice it first…and then you have double the washing up). One of celery’s big benefits is it’s vitamin C level, which has the well known benefits – but two of it’s lesser known nutrients are phthalides which have been shown to Lower Cholesterol and coumarins which have been shown to inhibit Several Cancers. The beauty of vitamin C rich foods are that they help with the most common and most challenging health concerns – they support the İmmune system, inflammation (so helps with Arthritis, Osteoporosis, Asthma etc), and vitamin C also helps significantly with Cardiovascular Health. If you are on a weight loss journey, you’ll also be happy to hear that this alkaline staple contains plenty of potassium and sodium and so is a diuretic – meaning it helps rid the body of excess fluids.

 7. CAPSICUM / BELL PEPPER / PEPPER - The antioxidant superpower, bell pepper is one of my all-time-favourites because it is sweet, crunchy and refreshingly delicious. You can use it in almost any meal raw, grilled, fried, roasted and it is always a winner. Impressively beneficial to our health cartenoids are highly researched and get a lot of attention in the health field and bell peppers contain over 30 different members of the carotenoid nutrient family. The only other food that is close to this is Tomato and all other foods are also-rans. Bell peppers have shown up in research relating to decreasing the risk of Cardiovascular Disease, type II Diabetes, Macular Degeneration, Cancer, inflammation and more. Alongside these lesser known or more complex-named antioxidants, bell pepper is one of, if not the best food source of the more common antioxidants: vitamin C, vitamin A and vitamin E. In fact, bell peppers contain twice as much vitamin C as oranges. Here are just SOME of the antioxidants bell pepper contains: - Flavonoids – luteolin – quercetin – hesperidin - Carotenoids – alpha-carotene – beta-carotene – cryptoxanthin – lutein – zeaxanthin - Hydroxycinnamic Acids - ferulic acid – cinnamic acid I want to credit the following link for this wonderful information>http://www.energiseforlife.com/wordpress/2012/01/24/the-7-most-alkaline-foods/

 

Raw Foods Diet

For all those interested in Raw Foods - THE RAW FOOD PYRAMID (designed by vegan-raw-diet.com)

What is Living - Raw Food Diet?

Most people think of raw food diet as a boring 'rabbit food' consisting of salads, raw vegetables and fruits. Far from it, raw foodists around the world have been eating gourmet healthy meals that are not only high in 'syntropy'(life force) but also are innovative with great variety and tastes. This plant based diet consists of uncooked and unprocessed, preferably organic fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, sprouted grains and beans and dried fruits. There are also some other foods that are included in this diet such as Young coconut milk, seaweeds, raw carob powder, cold pressed olive oil and certain spices and seasonings. These raw foods can be eaten whole or combined to make the healthiest, most delicious meals.

Raw ravioli image

Why Raw Food?

Heating food above 116 degrees F is believed to destroy enzymes in food that can assist in the digestion and absorption of food. Cooking is also thought to diminish the nutritional value and "life force" of food.

To replace cooking, Raw foodists used many other innovative food preparation techniques like soaking, sprouting, juicing, blending and dehydration. How about a fabulous pizza, ravioli, burger or cakes and pies? May be you would like to go ethnic and have samosa or mung masala. You don't even have to be 100% raw to reap the benefits of raw food. Typically if your diet consist of at least 75% raw food, you are a raw foodist.

Benefits of eating Raw Food

• Increased energy and vibrancy

• Improved skin appearance

• Better digestion

• Weight loss

• Reduced risk of heart disease

The raw food diet contains fewer trans fats and saturated fat than the typical Western diet. It is also low in sodium and high in potassium, magnesium, folate, fiber and health-promoting plant chemicals called phytochemicals.

These properties are associated with a reduced risk of diseases such as heart disease, diabetes, and cancer. For example, a study published in the Journal of Nutrition found that consumption of a raw food diet lowered plasma total cholesterol and triglyceride concentrations.

(source: vegan-raw-diet.com)

Energy Boosters.

Energy Boosters.

 Try one, two, or all 10, and you're bound to see your energy levels soar.

1. Apple
You know the proverb: ‘An apple a day keeps the doctor away!’. This one seems really true. The apple provides the necessary fibers to maintain a healthy bowel, while the apple pectin retrieved from the apple’s peal, prevents cancer. Moreover, apples are an oasis of healthy energy. They also activatethe blood flow.

2. Eggplant
Eggplants are the perfect sedative. Including them regularly in your diet helps you to escape from stress. They are ideal to eat about 1 hour before your daily sports activity. Antioxidants provided by eggplants maintain the muscle tone. This vegetable also contains carotenoids which aid in cancer prevention.

3. Apricot
The apricots have been considered a good aphrodisiac for hundreds of years. You can easily figure it out why I included it in this energy foods, top 10. Apricots contain lycopene and vitamin B which drive our hormones and give us the lust for life. It was also scientifically proved the apricots keep the prostate cancer away.

4. Grapefruit
Just try this out. Press a grapefruit in the morning and poor all the juice in an empty glass. Drink it, slowly, on an empty stomach. You will actually feel how your energy revels rise and you will be more than ready to start the new day. Grapefruits also aid in preventing Influenza viruses. Perhaps the most important thing is that grapefruits help us to get rid of excess calories, while providing the high energy.

5. Yogurt
Yogurt is not really a high energy food, but I added it to the list because it helps in preventing all bone problems that might occur in time, like osteoporosis or bone cancer. Moreover, yogurt increases our immunity and protects the stomach from germs.

6. Banana
This exotic fruit contains a lot of fibers. Fibers help us to get rid of the toxic substances contained in our body. The banana is a good doctor for the body because it rejects all impurities. Banana is a good energy food because it provides potassium. Potassium helps in maintaining normal muscle function and also aids the nervous system. Potassium is easily lost by our bodies during stress periods or during strenuous physical activities.

7. Green tea
Asians do not let the day pass without drinking a cup of green tea. They strongly claim that this drink, full of polyphenols, maintains the body strong and energized. They also claim that green tea prevents breast cancer and many researchers tend to agree with them.

8. Cheese
Cheese contains calcium and lactic germs. They act like a dressing for our stomach and strengthen its functions. Most of the scientist claim that if the stomach is healthy the body is healthy too. All you have to do is to eat cheese and you will be free from all disease.

9. Orange
Fresh natural orange juice provides extra energy along with a complete series of vitamins. Check the grapefruit section and use the same tip provided there. Orange also helps with colds and sore throat problems. This fruit increases the number of antibodies and helps you handle to low temperatures which occur during wintertime. Over time, oranges act as a shield against throat and stomach cancer.

10. Tuna
Tuna fish is great for anemic persons. If you need to tone your body, all you have to do is to eat tuna fish. Tuna is rich in Omega 3, a substance which helps both body and mind. Tuna also aids in muscle development, so don’t avoid it if you are performing regular sports activities.........from Eat your medicine facebook pagb

Seven foods that will naturally cleanse your liver

The primary way in which your body expels toxins is via the liver, which detoxifies and cleanses your body by continuously filtering the blood of poisons that enter it through the digestive tract, the skin, and the respiratory system. But when your liver becomes overworked as a result of stress or excessive exposure to toxins, your entire system can be thrown off balance, and your health severely compromised.

Since the liver is also responsible for producing bile, another form of detoxification that is metabolically necessary for the breakdown and assimilation of fats and proteins from your food, it is exceedingly important that your liver be properly maintained. Without a well-functioning liver, your body will be unable to cleanse itself and absorb nutrients, which is a recipe for a health disaster.


"The thousands of enzyme systems that are responsible for virtually every body activity are constructed in the liver," writes Dr. Karl Maret, M.D., about the importance of vibrant liver function. "The proper functioning of the eyes, the heart, the brain, the gonads, the joints, and the kidneys, are all dependent on good liver activity."

"If the liver is impaired from constructing even one of the thousands of enzyme systems the body requires, there is an impairment in overall body function and a resultant greater metabolic stress on the individual."

So here are seven important foods you may want to begin incorporating into your diet in order to maintain a healthy liver.

Garlic, grapefruit, green tea, and green vegetables

Garlic contains numerous sulfur-containing compounds that activate the liver enzymes responsible for flushing out toxins from the body. This bulbous relative of the onion also contains allicin and selenium, two powerful nutrients proven to help protect the liver from toxic damage, and aid it in the detoxification process.

Grapefruit is rich in natural vitamin C and antioxidants, two powerful liver cleansers. Like garlic, grapefruit contains compounds that boost the production of liver detoxification enzymes. It also contains a flavonoid compound known as naringenin that causes the liver to burn fat rather than store it (http://www.dailymail.co.uk).

Green tea is loaded with catechins, a type of plant antioxidant that has been shown in studies to eliminate liver fat accumulation and promote proper liver function (http://www.nature.com/ijo/journal/v26/n11/abs/0802141a.html). This powerful herbal beverage also protects the liver against toxins that would otherwise accumulate and cause serious damage.

Leafy green vegetables such as bitter gourd, arugula, dandelion greens, spinach, mustard greens, and chicory also contain numerous cleansing compounds that neutralize heavy metals, which can bear heavily on the liver. Leafy greens also eliminate pesticides and herbicides from the body, and spur the creation and flow of cleansing bile.

Avocados, walnuts, and turmeric

Rich in glutathione-producing compounds, avocados actively promote liver health by protecting it against toxic overload, and boosting its cleansing power (http://www.sciencedaily.com/releases/2000/12/001219074822.htm). Some research has shown that eating one or two avocados a week for as little as 30 days can repair a damaged liver.

Walnuts, which contain high levels of l-arginine, an amino acid, glutathione, and omega-3 fatty acids, also help detoxify the liver of disease-causing ammonia. Walnuts also help oxygenate the blood, and extracts from their hulls are often used in liver-cleansing formulas.

Turmeric, one of the most powerful foods for maintaining a healthy liver, has been shown to actively protect the liver against toxic damage, and even regenerate damaged liver cells. Turmeric also boosts the natural production of bile, shrinks engorged hepatic ducts, and improves overall function of the gallbladder, another body-purifying organ.

Drinking Water

Drinking WATER at the correct time maximizes its effectiveness on the human body ❥➥❥

2 glasses of water, after waking up ❥ helps activate internal organs

1 glass of water, 30 minutes before a meal ❥ help digestion

1 glass of water, before taking a bath/shower ❥ helps lower blood pressure

1 glass of water, before going to bed ❥ avoids stroke or heart attack

WATERMELON

WATERMELON !! Must Read and Share

The more we study watermelon, the more we realize just how incredible this fruit really is.

It’s full of antioxidants shown to reduce the inflammation that contributes to diabetes, asthma, atherosclerosis, colon cancer, and arthritis - but that’s not all.

Other beneficial ingredients in watermelon are known as Phytonutrients - which are naturally occurring compounds that are bioactive and able to trigger healthy reactions within our body.

1. Asthma – The antioxidants, such as Citrulline in watermelon can reduce toxins in the body. Some of these toxins are believed to trigger asthma attacks.

2. Arthritis – Watermelon is rich in Vitamin C and Beta-Carotenes. Both have anti-inflammatory properties that can help relieve the symptoms of arthritis.

3. Bladder Problems – Containing 92% water, this melon acts as a natural diuretic that cleanses your kidney and bladder.

4. High Cholesterol – The cleansing properties of watermelon may also reduce the risk of clogged arteries. The fruit is also believed to increase HDL (good cholesterol levels).

5. Constipation – A glass of watermelon juice can naturally eliminate waste and promote proper digestion.

6. Bloating – Again, the diuretic effect of watermelon can eliminate water retention. It is especially recommended for women who retain fluids during menstruation or pregnancy.

7. Heart Disease – Watermelon contains Folic acid and Citrulline that works in tandem with other essential vitamins. Some research indicates that these vitamins may reduce the risk of a heart attack, stroke and colon cancer.

8. Itchy Skin – As the water from the melon cleanses your system, it can flush out the toxic waste that cause some forms of itchiness.

9. Prostate Cancer – The Lycopene in watermelon has been extensively reported to reduce the risk of prostate cancer.

10. Blemishes – Watermelon can also be used as a beauty aid to reduce skin blemishes. Simply rub your skin with a small piece of watermelon. Leave the juice on for 10 minutes before rinsing. 

Food Cravings

Those who don't have food cravings might say that such cravings are "all in your head," and new research suggests they are right. It is all in our heads: several specific areas of our brains, actually. Areas of the brain responsible for memory and sensing pleasure are partially to blame for keeping those food cravings coming.


Three regions of the brain -- the hippocampus, insula, and caudate - appear to be activated during food-craving episodes, according to new research from the Monell Chemical Senses Center. Their brain tests suggest that memory areas of the brain (which are responsible for associating a specific food with a reward) are actually more important to food cravings than the brain's reward center.


Further, blocking the opiate receptors in the brain, which sense pleasure, can blunt a person's desire to eat foods rich in fat and sugar, according to new research by Adam Drewnowski, PhD, of the University of Washington.


De-Stress to Discourage Cravings


Beyond the physiological reasons for food cravings, they often have something to do with emotion and desire.


"Food cravings arise to satisfy emotional needs, such as calming stress and reducing anxiety," says Drewnowski, a well-known researcher on taste and food preferences.


For many of us, cravings kick into high gear when we're stressed or anxious. Carbohydrates boost our levels of the hormone serotonin, which has a calming effect. And recent research suggests that the combination of fat and sugar may also have a calming effect.


Researchers from University of California at San Francisco put rats in a high-stress environment and discovered two key points: the stressed-out rats preferred to eat sugar and fat, and when the rats ate fat and sugar, their brains produced less of the stress-related hormones (the ones that trigger the fight-or-flight response).


http://www.webmd.com/diet/features/the-facts-about-food-cravings

More on Bananas

 

Banana, the once-exotic fruit, has found its way into our daily lives. Whether sliced over cereal or blended in a smoothie, here are eight great reasons to include about four bananas a week in your diet.

DIET
One banana has 11% of the RDA of dietary fiber and only about 108 calories. The fiber in bananas not only keeps digestion regular, but also helps maintain low blood sugar and curbs overeating.

LOWER BLOOD PRESSURE
Studies show that the high amounts of potassium in bananas (over 13% of the RDA) can lower one's blood pressure, which in turn lessens the possibility of atherosclerosis, heart attack and stroke.

BONE HEALTH
Along with lowering blood pressure, potassium prevents the weakening of the body's bones. A high sodium intake, which is typical of many American diets, can cause excessive amount of calcium to be lost through the urine, which threatens not only the strength and general health of the bones, but also negatively affects blood clotting, proper muscle contraction, and normal nervous system function. The potassium found in bananas neutralizes the high amounts of sodium in one's diet, thus allowing for healthy amounts of calcium to remain within the body.

HIGH NUTRIENT ABSORPTION
The potassium in bananas is not the only means to ensure healthy levels of calcium in the body. Bananas also contain high levels of fructooligosaccharide (FOS) that--along with insulin--promotes calcium absorption. FOS further nourishes healthy bacteria in the colon that manufacture vitamins and digestive enzymes that boost the body's overall ability to absorb nutrients.
Healthy Digestive Tract Bananas can diminish the uncomfortable effects of diarrhea and constipation. The high amounts of potassium in bananas can restock electrolytes that are easily depleted when suffering from diarrhea -- potassium being an important electrolyte itself. Furthermore, bananas can relieve the body from constipation and help restore regular digestion with pectin, a soluble polysaccharide that helps normalize the digestive tract.

RUGGED GUT
Bananas protect the healthy constitution of the stomach in two ways. Firstly, they trigger the production of mucus in the stomach, which provides a protective barrier against stomach acids. Secondly, bananas possess protease inhibitors, a substance that breaks down bacteria in the stomach that cause ulcers. (Moreover, protease inhibitor also obstruct the replication of certain cells and viruses, including HIV.)

CANCER PREVENTION
A large study by the Internal Journal of Cancer illustrates that the probability of developing kidney cancer is greatly lessened by frequent consumption of fruits and vegetables, though especially bananas. For instance, the probability of developing kidney cancer in female subjects decreased by 50% when eating bananas four to six times a week.

VITAMIN B6
One banana has an impressive 34% of the RDA of vitamin B6, which serves many important roles in the body's health. For example, the B6 in bananas acts as an anti-inflammatory agent that helps ward off cardiovascular disease, type II diabetes, as well as obesity. B6 also contributes to the maintenance of the lymphoid glands that ensure the production of healthy white blood cells that protect the body from infection. Finally, the vitamin B6 in bananas plays a pivotal part in cell formation and proper nervous system function, making one banana a day a healthy and delicious choice.

STROKE: Remember The 1st Three Letters... S.T..R ...

You can Save someone's life by sharing this.

STROKE: Remember The 1st Three Letters... S.T..R ...
My friend sent this to me ...and encouraged me to post it and spread the word. I agree. If everyone can remember something this simple, we could save some folks.

STROKE IDENTIFICATION:
During a party, a friend stumbled and took a little fall - she assured everyone that she was fine and just tripped over a brick because of her new shoes. (they offered to call ambulance)

They got her cleaned up and got her a new plate of food - while she appeared a bit shaken up, Ingrid went about enjoying herself the rest of the evening. Ingrid's husband called later telling everyone that his wife had been taken to the hospital - (at 6:00pm , Ingrid passed away.)
She had suffered a stroke at the party . Had they known how to identify the signs of a stroke, perhaps Ingrid would be with us today.

Some don't die. They end up in a helpless, hopeless condition instead. It only takes a minute to read this...

STROKE IDENTIFICATION:

A neurologist says that if he can get to a stroke victim within 3 hours he can totally reverse the effects of a stroke...totally. He said the trick was getting a stroke recognized, diagnosed, and then getting the patient medically cared for within 3 hours, which is tough.

RECOGNIZING A STROKE

Remember the '3' steps, STR . Read and Learn!
Sometimes symptoms of a stroke are difficult to identify. Unfortunately, the lack of awareness spells disaster.
The stroke victim may suffer severe brain damage when people nearby fail to recognize the symptoms of a stroke.
Now doctors say a bystander can recognize a stroke by asking three simple questions :

S * Ask the individual to SMILE ..
T * = TALK. Ask the person to SPEAK A SIMPLE SENTENCE (Coherently) (eg 'It is sunny out today').
R * Ask him or her to RAISE BOTH ARMS .

If he or she has trouble with ANY ONE of these tasks, call the ambulance and describe the symptoms to the dispatcher.

NOTE : Another 'sign' of a stroke is
1. Ask the person to 'stick' out their tongue.
2. If the tongue is 'crooked', if it goes to one side or the other that is also an indication of a stroke.

A prominent cardiologist says if everyone who gets this status shares it; you can bet that at least one life will be saved.......

Top 10 Reasons For You To Stop Eating Sugar

Top 10 Reasons For You To Stop Eating Sugar

Have you been hearing the hype about getting off of sugar? Are you wondering what all the fuss is about? Are you resistant to even considering decreasing refined goodness from your daily existence? 

Read on, dear friend...


1) Researchers from UCSF writing for the journal Nature have just recommended that because sugar is such a threat to public health (like alcohol and tobacco) it should be taxed and regulated like the other drugs. 
•They are recommending taxing either the products with added sugars (the consumer would pay) or the companies that add the sugars (corporations would pay)
•They are recommending that products with added sugar are banned in school zones
•they are recommending that you must be over 17 to buy products with added sugar.


2) Linked to allergies and digestive complaints
•Digestive Disorders:Namely gas and constipation, as over consumption of sugar inhibits enzyme production, and when enzymes aren’t working properly food putrifies in the small intestine. Sugar also increase gastric acidity, potentially leading to GERD.
•Allergies: Not coincidentally the foods which people most commonly are allergic to are those most commonly eaten with sugar - milk, corn, wheat, and chocolate (think ice cream, pastries). Sugar causes leaky gut, thereby increasing the permeability of large food proteins to enter the blood stream and causing an allergic reaction.
•Gallstones: Refined sugar may be one of the major dietary risk factors in gallstone disease. Gallstones are composed of fats and calcium. Sugar can upset all of the minerals, and one of the minerals, calcium, can become toxic or nonfunctioning, depositing itself anywhere in the body, including the gallbladder. Gallstones may go unnoticed or may cause pain-wrenching pain. Other symptoms might include bloating, belching, and intolerance to foods.


3) Sugar consumption is linked to high cholesterol and heart disease
•The Journal of the American Medical Association just reported that people w----at more sugar have higher triglycerides, higher "bad" cholesterol, and lower "good cholesterol
•This puts you at higher risk for heart attack and stroke!


4) Refined sugar is linked to depression, mood swings and behavioral issues in children
•Refined sugar depletes the body of nutrients essential for stable mood - including vitamin C and B vitamins
•Because we go for the quick energy and then get further depleted, sugar makes the depression cycle even harder to get out of!


5) Cancer and decreased immune function are linked to eating refined sugar
•Sugar fuels the rapidly reproducing cancer cells
•An article from the journal Cancer Research just linked fructose to pancreatic cancer
•One teaspoon of sugar can deplete the immune system for up to 6 hours!
•To avoid cold and flu season, here's a cheap trick - don't eat sugar!


6) Sugar can mess up your sleep cycle
•When we eat sugar, our insulin comes up. 
•That causes the blood sugar to rapidly decline, causing rapid low blood sugar
•Low blood sugar forces our body to produce cortisol to release stored sugar
•If we eat sugary things at night, we get an inappropriate release of cortisol, making it difficult to sleep
•Cortisol is a stress hormone - who needs more of that in their body?


7) Type II diabetes
•Sugar is a causative factor for diabetes
•This occurs when either the body does not produce enough insulin or the cells ignore the insulin. 
•Remember that the processed food lobby is very politically powerful. 
•There is a lot of money at stake and the use of added sugar is often defended and promoted, despite health risks. 


8) Osteoporosis and tooth decay
•According to the Women’s Health Network, numerous studies have shown a direct link between unhealthy food such as sugar and Osteoporosis.
•Processed foods, sugars, and caffeine literally rob calcium from the body causing the body to become overly acidic.
•In attempt to balance the acidic environment and unbalanced phosphorus: calcium ratio in your body caused by these unhealthy foods, your body begins to leach calcium from your bones and teeth. 
•Sugar literally alters your body chemistry and makes nutrients unabsorbable


9) Kidney and liver disease
•According to the American Diabetes Association, high blood sugar can overwork the kidneys, causing them to stop working properly. 
•Excess sugar can also be deposited in the small blood vessels, like in your kidneys or eyes, and negatively impact function.
•The liver creates Glucose Tolerance Factor (GTF) from chromium, niacin and possibly glutathione.
•GTF is needed for insulin to properly regulate blood-sugar levels.
•However chromium levels are depleted by a diet high in refined sugars and carbohydrates.


10) Linked to low thyroid function, hormonal imbalances and PMS
•Because of the link between low blood sugar and the hormone cortisol, any time sugar is ingested in large amounts, it is a stress to the body.
•High cortisol impedes production of TSH, thereby slowing metabolism

Eat Cucumber Everyday!

The title may sound a little radical at first… everyday!? Well after you read on, and learn some of the amazing properties of this alkaline food, you will understand why I chose that title, and why you should eat more cucumbers, everyday.

Even though in some places, cucumbers are only used to make pickles, let’s forget about those for now, and think of the raw produce. The reason for this may be obvios for some of you, but let me state it. When cucumbers are pickled, most of its nutrients are lost, and it becomes an acidic food, loosing all of its alkalizing properties. So stay away from pickles, and embrace the real thing!

Cucumbers are type of melon and some of you may not know this, but they come from the same family, the gourd family, as watermelon, pumpkin, zucchini and other squash and melons. They are very hydrating, as 96% of a cucumber is water. Now it is not just any water, it is naturally distilled water, very alkalizing.

Talking about their nutritional value, cucumbers are rich in vitamin C and A, folate, manganese, molybdenum, potassium, silica, sulfur, vitamin B complex, sodium, calcium, phosphorus and chlorine. Now, keep in mind that a lot of these nutrients are in the peel, so you should eat them unpeeled. Now, as with any fruit or vegetable whose peel you eat, it is advisable to buy organic.

We have talked about the alkalizing powers of cucumbers in other articles for a good reason, they are great for you! When trying to maintain an alkaline diet, cucumbers should be a standard in your menu. They help regulate the pH in your blood, as well as your blood pressure, thanks to their potassium content.

They are rich in folate, which is particularly important during pregnancy as it helps reduce the risk of neural tube defects in the unborn baby. Folate has also been associated with a reduced the risk of heart disease because it helps lower the levels of homocysteine.

Silica is a mineral present in cucumber that contributes to the proper construction of connective tissues in our body. It is very good for the health of your bones, muscles, ligaments and tendons. It is also a fantastic ally for having healthy nails, hair and skin.

Cucumber is also a natural diuretic, it works as a cleanser, facilitating disposal of waste through urination. It also helps in dissolving those nasty kidney stones. Cucumbers cleanse and alkalize, and for this reason, they have been  used for the treatment of eczema, and gastric and duodenal ulcers.

Alkaline foods in general are very good in fighting inflammation. But cucumbers specifically helps counter act uric acids that cause inflammation in the joints.  When we eat cucumber, it cleanses the joints, removing the uric acid, and alleviating pain. Thanks to this property, it has been said to help with conditions like arthritis, asthma, and gout.

Cucumber contain caffeic acid, which helps prevent water retention in your body. When applied topically, it also helps reduce puffy and swollen eyes.

Cucumbers are a great alternative for anyone trying to lose a weight. A medium size cucumber has only forty-two calories, yet it is quite filling due to its high fiber content. Not only are they a low calorie food, but they help you get rid of toxins, accumulated fat cells, and retained water.

Perfect for the summer, this refreshing food should be part of your next shopping list. Enjoy! 

Beating Cancer with Nutrition – Turmeric Slows Spread of Breast Cancer

Beating Cancer with Nutrition – Turmeric Slows Spread of Breast Cancer

Showcasing just one of the countless ways you can begin beating cancer with nutrition, research has shown that turmeric can slow down the spread of breast cancer. Studies out of the University of California, San Diego, published in the British Journal, NATURE, have previously discovered a molecule known as RANKL. This molecule is found in aggressive breast cancer cells, which predict more life threatening disease. Aggressive cancer cells predict that the breast cancer will spread throughout the body, putting the body in a state of metatasis. Breast cancer patients often pass after cancer has metastasized to other body parts, ruining the functioning of vital organs such as the liver, lungs or brain. Interestingly enough, cancer drugs have been shown to ‘metasize’ tumors in some research.

The findings suggest that if RANKL molecules were blocked, then early stages of breast cancer could be prevented, while advanced progression of the disease and metastasis could be halted. Curcumin has been found to possess properties that reduce the expression of these deadly molecules within cancer cells, and can potentially slow the spread of breast cancer.

Of course this isn’t the only time turmeric and curcumin have been shown to battle and prevent cancer. Researchers at UCLA found that curcumin — a natural phenol and primary compound of turmeric — exhibits cancer-blocking properties powerful enough to block cancer growth. In addition, curcumin has previously been found to reduce tumors by 81% in more than 9 studies, which also gives credence to the natural anti-cancer health benefits of turmeric and curcumin intake.

While many foods are powerful health enhancers, curcumin alone is known to positively impact over 560 diseases according to peer-reviewed research. Beating cancer with nutrition means to acquire the knowledge of how the foods people eat every day can be utilized to treat or prevent illness and disease. While the advancements humanity has made throughout history are great, mainstream medicine has been going down a dark road. It is time to shift from a pharmaceutical-dependent state to nutrition-based prevention and treatment.

Read more: http://naturalsociety.com/beating-cancer-with-nutrition-turmeric-slows-spread-breast-cancer/#ixzz1ueeyZnlV 

Let God Be God in Your Children's Lives

Let God Be God in Your Children's Lives by Rick Warren

"In the same way that you gave me a mission in the world, I give them a mission in the world." (John 17:18 MSG) Jesus released the disciples to serve God's purposes. As a parent, I am responsible to protect my kids as they're growing up, but that doesn't mean I protect them from taking risks for the glory of God. You can be so over-protective that you do not release your kids emotionally or maybe even physically to do what God wants them to.  You say, "Sure, I want my kids to serve God, as long as they stay here in the area" or "Yeah, I want my kids to do what God wants them to do. They can follow his plan andpurpose for their lives, as long as they live down the block. They can do whatever God says as long as they don't do something that's dangerous, where they could be hurt or killed." It is natural as parents not to want your kids to be hurt. But let me ask you this very frank question: Are you willing to let God be God in your kids' lives?  Or, are you still trying to be God in their lives? You have to let them go. I've seen some parents try to control their children's lives even after they are married; yet, the Bible teaches that for marriage, "a man leaves his father and mother and is united with his wife, and they become one" (Genesis 2:24 TEV). The point is this: It is God's plan for children to leave and, as parents, we must teach them while we have them, but then let them go to serve God's purposes. Jesus said, "In the same way you gave me a mission in the world, I give them a mission in the world" (John 17:18 MSG). The whole goal of parenting is to eventually release your children. From the moment they are born, you are preparing them to be released into the world, not to hold onto them or control their lives for the rest of your life. Talk About It -- Talk about what you think of this statement: It is God's plan for children to leave and, as parents, we must teach them while we have them, but then let them go to serve God's purposes. What are ways you are preparing your children to be released into the world?

Protect Your Children's Minds

Protect Your Children's Minds by Rick Warren

"While I was with them, I kept them safe by the power of your name … I protected them ..." (John 17:12 TEV) The mark of a spiritual leader is protection, so parents should protect the spiritual growth of their children. Jesus said, "While I was with them I kept them safe by the power of your name … I protected them" (John 17:12 TEV). Jesus guarded the disciples' spiritual growth by protecting their minds. As a parent, it is your job to protect your children's innocence. This is a huge task in the culture we live in today. Children are not mini-adults, and we need to protect the innocence of our children as they're growing up. They cannot handle things like violence or sex. These things are heavy subjects for a little mind.  When our three kids were growing up, Kay and I were very strict with what movies they could see, what TV programs they could watch, and what books and magazines they could read. We got all kinds of grief from our kids for it. When they were little and could only see a G-rated movie, they would say, "We want to go see this PG movie!" When they got a little bit older, they would say, "We want to go see this PG-13 movie!" We'd say, "You can when you're older, but right now you're not going to see it." And they ruthlessly criticized: "Dad! Mom! You guys are so narrow-minded! You're the only parents in the entire universe who are not letting their kids see this movie!" It is amazing to me how Christian parents let their kids, even teenagers, see all kinds of things they have no business seeing. We should care about their minds. My three kids have grown up and they are happy, well-adjusted kids. Why? Because when they were growing up, their minds weren't filled with garbage and vulgarities. Your children will be exposed to that soon enough in life. They don't need it at a young age. You have to protect what goes into their mind. Talk About It -- Think of the last movie you told your kids they could watch. Would you still let them see it in light of what you've read here? How are you encouraging your children to fill their minds with positive, life-giving, and instructional information and images? Are you more concerned with how your kids view you or with your responsibility as a parent to guard their minds?