Medicine from Mother Nature

5 super alimente care vindeca

Alimentele pe care le consumam fie ne ajuta sa ramanem in forma, fie ne fac rau. Exista o varietate de alimente bogate in substante nutritive care ne ajuta sa ne vindecam de diverse boli si sa prevenim aparitia altora. Fiecare aliment din lista de mai jos are multiple efecte de vindecare, ajutand fie prevenirea cancerului, reducerea colesterolului, prevenirea bolilor de inima sau a diabetelui. Alege urmatoarele alimente pentru a va simti mai bine in propria piele.

KIWI

Acest fruct este extrem de bogat in elemente nutritive si contine o cantitate substantiala de vitamina C (de doua ori mai mult decat portocalele), are mai multe fibre decat merele si mai multe proteine decat bananele.

Combinatia de vitamine, minerale si fitonutrienti din acest fruct protejeaza impotriva bolilor cardiovasculare, cancer, boli respiratorii si atac de cord. Kiwi are de asemenea proprietati naturale de subtiere a sangelui si reduce nivelul de colesterol din sange, reducand de asemenea tensiunea arteriala. Studiile indica faptul ca acest fruct reduce stresul oxidativ si daunele aduse ADN-ului si repara celulele.

Fructul de kiwi este recomandat persoanelor care lupta cu cancerul sau bolile cardiovasculare si ajuta de asemenea la vindecarea ranilor. Se recomanda a se consuma cate 1-2 kiwi pe zi.

CIRESELE

Ciresele au multe proprietati de vindecare. Pe langa faptul ca sunt sarace in calorii, acestea sunt de asemenea pline de substante nutritive, care lupta impotriva inflamatiilor si previn cancerul. Ciresele au de asemenea proprietati antivirale si antibacteriene.

Antocianina, un compus regasit in cirese, are rolul de a reduce nivelul de acid uric din sange si previne astfel aparitia gutei. Cercetatorii sunt de parere ca antocianina poate reduce de asemenea riscul dezvoltarii cancerului de colon.

Ciresele ajuta la calmarea durerilor si reducerea inflamatiilor. Consumul regulat de cirese poate reduce riscul de atac de cord si de atac cerebral. In medicina chineza, cieresele sunt folosite pentru tratarea gutei, a artritei si a reumatismului, precum si a anemiei (deoarece ciresele sunt bogate in fier). Incercati sa consumati cirese zilnic, insa alegeti-le pe cele organice, deoarece cele obisnuite gasite in supermarketuri contin pesticide. Ciresele congelate sunt la fel de bune deoarece elementele nutritive se pastreaza.

FASOLEA

Fasolea este un aliment minune. Aceasta reduce colesterolul, regleaza nivelul zaharului din sange, ajuta digestia si protejeaza impotriva cancerului. Acest aliment este bogat in fibre, proteine si antioxidanti.

Fitochimicalele din fasole previn aparitia cancerului si impiedica inmultirea celulelor canceroase, incetinind dezvoltarea tumorilor. S-a demonstrat faptul ca femeile care consuma fasole de cel putin 3 ori pe saptamana sunt cu 24% mai putin predispuse sa dezvolte cancer de san, iar alte studii au demonstrat ca fasolea reduce riscul dezvoltarii de boli cardiovasculare, a diabetului zaharat de tip 2, a hipertensiunii si a cancerului de colon.

Fasolea contine foarte multi antioxidanti, care previn daunele oxidative. Acestea sunt o sursa excelenta de proteine, fibre si fier. Contin de asemenea acid triptofan care regleaza pofta de mancare, previne insomniile si imbunateste starea de spirit.

In medicina chineza, fasolea este folosita pentru tratarea urmatoarelor afectiuni: alcoolism, toxiinfectie alimentara, hipertensiune, diaree, laringita, pietre la rinichi, reumatism.

Incercati sa consumati fasole de cel putin doua ori pe saptamana.

MACRISUL

Acest aliment este extrem de nutritiv, fiind totodata extrem de sarac in calorii. Este o sursa perfecta de calciu, vitamina C si fier. Contine de asemenea vitamina A si multa vitamina K, precum si fitochimicale si antioxidanti carotenoizi.

Macrisul ajuta la prevenirea cancerului, intareste sistemul imunitar si intareste oasele.

In medicina chineza, macrisul este folosit pentru reducerea tumorilor, imbunatatirea vederii pe timp de noapte si stimularea productiei de bila.

Se recomanda a fi consumat zilnic, preferabil in stare naturala. Poate inlocui salata sau poate fi introdus in supe, sucuri, smoothie-uri, sandwich-uri.

SPANACUL

Spanacul imbunatateste vederea, functiile creierului si previne cancerul de colon, de prostata si de san. Lupta de asemenea impotriva bolilor cardiovasculare, a atacurilor cerebrale si a dementei, scade tensiunea arteriala, are proprietati antiinflamatorii si intareste oasele. Spanacul contine o cantitate semnificativa de vitamina K, calciu, vitamina A, vitamina C, folati, magneziu si fier.

Carotenoidele din spanac omoara celulele canceroase si previn multiplicarea acestora. Fiind bogat in vitamina K, spanacul intareste oasele si ajuta la fixarea calciului in oase. Este de asemenea bogat in luteina, care previne degenerarea maculara, atacurile de cord si reduce nivelul colesterolului.

Spanacul ar trebui sa se consume zilnic. Este usor de gasit si atat de benefic pentru organism, incat nu ar trebui sa lipseasca din dieta ta.

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Health benefits of figs

Fig fruit is low in calories. 100g fresh fruits provide only 74 calories. However they contain health benefiting soluble dietary fiber, minerals, vitamins and pigment anti-oxidants that contribute immensely for…optimum health and wellness.

Dried figs are excellent source of minerals, vitamins and anti-oxidants. In fact dried fruits are concentrated sources of energy. 10

0 g dried figs provide 249 calories.

Fresh figs, especially black mission, are good in poly-phenolic flavonoid anti-oxidants such as carotenes, lutein, tannins, chlorgenic acid…etc. Their anti-oxidant value is comparable to that of apples at 3200 umol/100 g.

In addition, fresh fruits contain adequate levels of some of anti-oxidant vitamins such as vitamin A, E, and K. Altogether these phyto-chemical compounds in fig fruit help scavenge harmful oxygen derived free radicals from the body and thereby protect us from cancers, diabetes, degenerative diseases and infections.

Also research studies suggest that chlorogenic acid in these berries help lower blood sugar levels and control blood glucose levels in type-II diabetes mellitus (Adult onset) condition.

Fresh as well as dried figs contain good levels of B-complex group of vitamins such as niacin, pyridoxine, folates and pantothenic acid. These vitamins function as co-factors for metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins and fats.

Dried figs are excellent sources minerals like calcium, copper, potassium, manganese, iron, selenium and zinc. 100 g of dried figs contain 640 mg of potassium, 162 mg of calcium, and 2.03 mg of iron. Potassium in an important component of cell and body fluids that helps controlling heart rate and blood pressure. Copper is required in the production of red blood cells. Iron is required for red blood cell formation as well for cellular oxidation.

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natural living forum

Health Benefits of Pears

Pears, which come in many varieties, have been revered for their medicinal properties for centuries. Due to their high fiber content, pears do possess many health benefits, including protection against cardiovascular disease, arthritis, heart disease and strokes.

Aside from being a tasty snack, pears offer a nutritional punch. Pears are also a source of copper, vitamin C

, vitamin K, potassium, phytonutrients and flavonoids.

ANTIOXIDANTS AND FLAVOOIDS

Pears are an excellent source of phytonutrients with anti-oxidant activity. Anti-oxidants, such as vitamin C, and minerals, such as copper, play a role in decreasing cardiovascular damage. These beneficial compounds neutralize free radicals in the body. Free radicals directly damage blood vessels and can cause cholesterol to build up in artery walls; therefore, anti-oxidants can be helpful in preventing the development and progression of atherosclerosis, stroke, heart disease and arthritis.

REDUCE RISK OF CARDIOVASCULAR DISEASE

Pears consumption helps in reducing the risk of atherosclerosis, stroke and heart disease. Pears are an excellent source of dietary fiber, vitamin C and vitamin K. Vitamin C is a powerful antioxidant that helps remove free radicals form the system, and thereby reduce the risk of heart disease, stroke. Green peas are an excellent source of vitamin K, which is important for both bone health and proper blood clotting.
Furthermore, fiber plays a direct role in lowering cholesterol levels, further reducing the risk of atherosclerosis and heart disease.

SOURCE OF DIETARY FIBER

Pears are a source of dietary fiber. Fiber may help with weight management, as well as keep your digestive health in check. Fiber also acts to prevent constipation, help lower cholesterol levels, reduce cancer risk, as well as relieve other gastro-intestinal issues. Specifically, consuming regular amounts of high fiber fruits, such as pears, may help reduce breast cancer risk in post menopausal women.

TRADITIONAL USE OF PEARS

Pears have been used to treat coughs, eliminate mucus, and lubricate the throat. Pears have also been used for their calming effects on the system. Pears have also been used as potent detoxifiers.

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Integrative Health TLG

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Antioxidants in Spices

 

 

 

 

 

 

http://www.traditional-foods.com/antioxidants/spices/

Spices in general are loaded with antioxidants. Our top ten list includes the popular spices cloves, cinnamon, and turmeric, all sought after by consumers for their antioxidant content.

Explore many other spices in our spice catalog below to discover how these popular flavorings are also contributing to the antioxidant value of your diet.

Catalog of Spice Antioxidants

Black Pepper Cardamom Cayenne Pepper Chili Powder Cinnamon Cloves Cumin Seed Curry Powder Garlic Powder

Ginger, Ground Mustard Seed Nutmeg Onion Powder Paprika Szechuan Pepper Tumeric Vanilla Beans White Pepper

Antioxidants in Herbs

 

 

 

 

http://www.traditional-foods.com/antioxidants/herbs/

Herbs as a class are high in antioxidants. Several even make the top ten list — oregano, rosemary, thyme, and sage.

The top tend list includes dried herbs but depending on the data we have available, some of the herbs in this list are fresh. The ORAC value is by weight (100 grams), so keep in mind that fresh herbs do contain more water content than dried herbs and will be lower in ORAC value simply by virtue of the water content. When comparing foods, it is always best to compare fresh foods with fresh foods and dry foods with dry foods.

Catalog of Herb Antioxidants

Basil Dill Weed Lemon Balm Marjoram Oregano Parsley Peppermint

Rosehip Rosemary Sage Savory Tarragon Thyme

Antioxidants in Fruit

http://www.traditional-foods.com/antioxidants/fruit/

Fresh fruits are some of nature’s most powerful antioxidants. The top ten list is at right, taken from the USDA data base on the ORAC value of fruits. We included here only whole fruit, not dried fruits or juices. These measures are by weight and it becomes difficult to compare dried and fresh fruit: a raisin will have a higher value by weight than its grape counterpart because the raisin has had its water removed. Juices are difficult too if you do not account for water differences.

There are berries that would be on this top ten list, notably acai berry, but we do not have data for fresh, whole acai berry.

We should also note that processed fruit does contain antioxidants. Fresh is always best but frozen, cooked, powdered, and dried fruit will contribute to an antioxidant-rich diet.

 

 

Catalog of Fruit Antioxidants

Apricots Avocados Bananas Blackberries Black Currants Black Raspberries Blueberries Cantaloupe Cherries Chokeberry Cranberries Deglet Noor Dates Elderberries Figs Goji Berry Golden Kiwi Golden Seedless Raisins Gooseberries Grapefruit Guava Honeydew Melons Kiwi Lemon Lime

Makiang Mangos Mangosteen Medjool Dates Navel Oranges Nectarines Noni Fruit Oranges Papayas Peaches Pears Pineapple Plums Pomegranates Prunes Raisins Raspberries Red Anjou Pears Red Currants Strawberries Tangerines Watermelon White Raisins

10 Health Benefits of Pomegranate / Pomegranate Juice

1. Antioxidants ❥ These help to wrangle the hoards of free radicals in your system. Free radicals have an uneven number of electrons and like to balance themselves out by stealing from other molecules and cells in your body. These cells are oftentimes very important ones dealing with your DNA, and when they are destroyed, disease steps in. Pomegranate juice is an excellent source of antioxidants that work to help you stay disease-free

2. Blood Thinner ❥ Pomegranate juice helps your blood circulation, making it easier for blood to travel to your heart, brain, and the rest of your body

3. Cancer Fighter ❥ Pomegranate has been known to reduce and prohibit the growth of cancer cells and tumors in your body

4. Digestion Aid ❥ Pomegranate juice is a natural remedy for diarrhea, dysentery, and great number of other digestive problems

5. Anemia Relief ❥ With a high content of iron, pomegranate juice is a great home cure for anemia because it promotes higher levels of hemoglobin

6. Anti-Inflammatory ❥ Pomegranate juice has properties that help treat sufferers of arthritis. It can also help cure a cough or sore throat

7. Neonatal Care ❥ It has been proven that pomegranate juice ingested by pregnant women can help protect the neonatal brain

8. Artery Protection ❥ It helps keep plaque from building up in your arteries

9. Cartilage Protection ❥ It works to prevent the deterioration of cartilage in your body

10. Cholesterol Reducer ❥ Pomegranate juice is capable of lowering blood pressure by as much as 6% in daily drinkers.

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