Peasant food has healthy rewards

(NaturalHealth365) Polenta has a legacy dating back to the 1700’s – when it was made popular in Italy. It was considered peasant food because it was plentiful and cheap. Naturally, polenta became a diet staple in the winter months when food was scarce.

Maize, the American Indian word for corn, means “that which sustains life”. It is right behind wheat and rice as the most important grain in the world. In addition, it’s one of the best foods to supply long-lasting energy.

The source of your food is important

Even though corn is one of the healthiest, low calorie foods – it’s a good idea to rotate and mix polenta with other vegetables. Note: today’s corn is almost entirely genetically modified – so polenta MUST come from an organic source or (potentially) suffer the health consequences.

According to the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, foods made from milled yellow corn including polenta provide a natural and excellent source of carotenoids. Dr. Mario Ferruzzi of Purdue University stated: “It is easier to digest the carotenoids from milled corn foods than those in carrots and spinach.” Carotenoids are fat soluble meaning they are easier to digest when combined with some fat.

Delicious (healthy) food – anytime

Polenta is a low carbohydrate food rich in vitamin A and C making it a good source of the caroteinoids, lutein and zeaxanthin. The concentration reaches a level of 1,355 micrograms per 100 grams. The level of beta-carotene is 97 micrograms per 100 grams with health benefits like, cancer and heart disease prevention.

Research studies have shown that corn can support the growth of friendly bacteria in our large intestine and can also be transformed by these bacteria into short chain fatty acids (SCFAs). These supply energy for our intestinal cells, which lowers the risk of colon cancer.

An easy way to prepare meals

Polenta is a wonderful dish that goes with breakfast, lunch and dinner entrees and it can be served hot or cold, soft or hard making it one the most versatile foods. Since polenta is gluten free it can easily replace wheat based meals.

In fact, many health stores will sell pre-made polenta or you can easily make it by boiling water and stirring in cornmeal until it thickens. One of the easiest ways to prepare it is to add the cornmeal to cold salted water, bring to a boil shut off, and let it stay in a covered pot until it becomes thick. Then it can be served hot or refrigerated until it can be sliced.

The flavoring you use will determine how the polenta will be used at the dinner table. You can try some herbs and spices like Cajun, pepper, chipotle, and teriyaki to add flavor to any dish. By the way, spices will help speed up your metabolism!

An irresistible combination and classic Mediterranean dish consists of chickpeas, roasted eggplant, zucchini, red and yellow peppers, on sliced polenta topped off with (organic) mozzarella cheese plus your favorite tomato sauce. And, no worry, vegans can replace the cheese with rice cheese. (yummy!)

About the author Blanche has been a student of natural healing modalities for the last 25 years. She had the privilege of working with some of the greatest minds in Natural Healing including Naturopaths, Scientist, and Energy Healers. Having seen people miraculously heal from all kinds of dis-ease through non-invasive methods, her passion now is to help people become aware of what it takes to be healthy.

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Onions help us age gracefully

(NaturalHealth365) Phytochemicals are what makes onions a world class anti-aging vegetable. The anti-aging benefits of onions are enormous, and are one of the best keep secrets in nutrition. Remember, the more pungent the onion – the more antioxidant power. The sulfur-rich phytochemicals are what gives onions their odor and their anti-aging benefits.

The beauty of onions

Studies have shown that onions are one of the richest sources of quercetin, one of the most powerful antioxidants and one of the best nutrients to keep you wrinkle free. The vitamins and the sulfur from onions protect the skin while keeping it supple and smooth.

The best comparison would be to look at two apple slices and notice that if you add some lemon juice to one it stays crisp, and the other one becomes brown and shriveled from exposure to oxygen through a process known as oxidation. This is what happens to our skin and other organs when they don’t get the needed antioxidants. While lemons do have some anti-aging benefits which are similar to onions, humans need a variety of vegetables for optimal results.

Improve the quality of your hair

Did you know that a full head of hair is a sign of youth? Onion juice is considered to be a natural remedy for stimulating hair growth when applied topically. Studies are now being done to look further into onions ability to stop hair loss.

Apparently, the sulfur-rich phytochemicals are what makes onions the premier anti-aging tool. Onions may not be the sweetest smelling vegetable, but they will preserve a youthful look. In addition, the vitamin C that onions provide also helps protects the skin keeping it supple and smooth.

Hopeful news for baby boomers

Onions are under-rated as a source for beta-carotene, potassium, cystein, fiber, calcium, and folate. In fact, the total polyphenol content of onions is higher than garlic, leaks, tomatoes, carrots and red bell pepper. Now for the delicious news.

When onions are simmered to make soup, their quercetin does not get degraded; it winds up in the soup liquid. Onions have the least pesticides of most vegetables, so if you need to use the conventional grown onions you still will be getting some healthy nutrients.

So to improve your skin tone – try some sweet and pungent flavors in your salads, stews, soups and side dishes. It’s time for us to adapt a new anti-aging strategy – one that enhances vitality and delivers nourishment to the skin and rejuvenates the hair.

Let’s face it: topical treatments may improve appearance but will not overcome the issues that allowed the wrinkles to form. We may be able to beautify the world (one onion at a time) by making it known that eating organic vegetables is a wise choice!

About the author Blanche has been a student of natural healing modalities for the last 25 years. She had the privilege of working with some of the greatest minds in Natural Healing including Naturopaths, Scientist, and Energy Healers. Having seen people miraculously heal from all kinds of dis-ease through non-invasive methods, her passion now is to help people become aware of what it takes to be healthy.

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A sunscreen warning for women

(NaturalHealth365) Recently, scientists have found a new reason to be concerned about using sunscreen. There is an ingredient that mimics the effects of the female sex hormone estrogen – which increases the risk for endometriosis. This is a painful condition in which the uterine tissue grows outside the uterus.

Some sunscreens contain a benzophenone (BP) type ingredient which passes through the skin and mimics the effects of estrogen. Endometriosis effects up to 1 in 10 women of reproductive age and is dependent on estrogen to develop.

Your doctor may NOT know about this

Advances in diagnosis and reporting are unable to explain the epidemic rise in endometriosis cases. The rate of hysterectomies, due to endometriosis, in teenage girls could be a result of too many toxins in our air, water and food supply. According to data from the U.S. National Center for Health Fertility Center, from 1965 – 1984 – hysterectomies for endometriosis increased 250% for young women ages 15-24 and 186% between the ages of 25-34 years old.

Clearly, the prenatal and neonatal stages are critical times of sensitivity to toxins. Yet, doctors remain “puzzled” over the skyrocketing cases of endometriosis – which was a rare condition in the 1980’s. Until now, scientists have not checked for a connection between the use of BP sunscreens and the likelihood of being diagnosed with endometriosis. (gee, I wonder why?)

Scientific proof about the danger of sunscreens

Some studies have discovered that women with high levels of a BP called 2,4COH-BP – was associated with an increased risk of endometriosis. And, guess what, women tended to have higher levels of BP’s during the summer months. Here’s an idea: eat more antioxidant rich foods to protect yourself from sun damage and avoid sunscreen products.

Physicians are aware of the effects of prenatal exposure to hormones – especially synthetic versions. As pregnant women apply these chemical concoctions, we may be facing the prospect of future generations contending with endometriosis and infertility. The fact is infertility afflicts 30 to 40 percent of all women with endometriosis.

Toxic sunscreen products threatens our DNA

There is reason to believe that all the controversial chemicals are fraught with danger to humans. Our DNA structure is changing due to these (unwanted) foreign materials in our body. In modern times, detoxification is a must for every person.

The presence of foreign substances in our food supply, personal care and household items are causing great changes in human health. Women are the bearers of the generations to come and they bear the brunt of these changes. The hands that rock the cradle should not be used for applying chemical laden suntan lotion on themselves and their children.

There is GREAT news to report! Women still have the largest deciding vote (and power) on how to spend money within the household. To eliminate these unwanted chemicals, women need to make healthier choices in home and family products. And, when commercial sunscreen product sales drop, even the biggest companies will re-consider placing deadly ingredients in their products.

About the author Blanche has been a student of natural healing modalities for the last 25 years. She had the privilege of working with some of the greatest minds in Natural Healing including Naturopaths, Scientist, and Energy Healers. Having seen people miraculously heal from all kinds of dis-ease through non-invasive methods, her passion now is to help people become aware of what it takes to be healthy.

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Save our children from vaccines and conventional schools

(NaturalHealth365) From day one – our children are being exposed to life-threatening chemicals and destructive ideas. In the United States, parents are being told to give their children (26) brain-damaging vaccines – within the first 18 months of life. And, to make matters worse, television and the (conventional) school system are killing the creativity of our children.

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A thousand times worse than inorganic mercury – in vaccines

According to the Environmental Protection Agency, inorganic mercury is the second most toxic metal known to man – NO debate. But, vaccinated children are being exposed to a far more deadly form of mercury called Thiomersal. (or Ethylmercury) Many health experts agree that combining inorganic mercury with an organic compound (like Ethyl) can trigger food allergies, promote parasitic infestation, attention deficit disorders plus much more.

Before you vaccinate your child – educate yourself in order to make an informed decision. I urge you to do your own research and find out what many health professionals have discovered: (it’s shocking – to say the least)

“A number of clinical laboratory studies demonstrate that vaccines may cause chronic damage to the G.I. tract, immune system, brain, and other organs.” – Bernard Rimland, Ph.D. was an American research psychologist, writer, lecturer and advocate for autistic children

“They say that if children are not vaccinated against measles millions of children could die during a measles epidemic. They know this is nonsense. What they are using is examples taken from developing countries with poor nutrition and poor immune function in which such epidemic death can occur.” – Russell Blaylock, M.D., author of “The Truth Behind the Vaccine Cover-Up”

“Because routine immunizations that bring parents back for repeated office calls are the bread and butter of their specialty, pediatricians continue to defend them to the death. The question parents should be asking is: Whose death?” – Robert Mendelsohn, M.D. was an American pediatrician who criticized his own profession

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Conventional school systems (and television) are dumbing down our children

Charlotte Thomson Iserbyt was a Senior Policy Advisor in the U.S. Department of Education – under the Reagan administration. In the 1980′s, she blew the whistle on government activities withheld from the public. Charlotte talks about the dangers of “modern” education and its controversial methods and programs. Keep in mind, governement-sponsored schools do NOT support the values of independent (free) will, love and compassion when teaching our children.

This week’s guest: Sascha Kalivoda, Conscious Parenting Expert

Learn about proper nutrition, birth trauma solutions plus much more – Thu. May 10

For over 20 years, Sascha Kalivoda has followed her passion for nutrition and wellness. Inspired as a holistic nutritionist, she eventually left a career in petrochemicals research to pursue her new career in the wellness field. Her path led her to becoming one of the founding nutrition coaches and teachers with the BodyMind Nutrition Center in Canada.

Through her research, Sascha created a comprehensive online course, “Your Conscious Pregnancy and Parenting Guide”. She is dedicated to teaching people how to raise healthy, confident and well-adjusted children. Her program brings together information from world-renowned experts in the fields of biology, nutrition, parenting, birth trauma healing plus much more.

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Sources for this article include:

http://kidshealth.org/parent/growth/medical/immunization_chart.html

http://www.epa.gov/hg

http://www.deliberatedumbingdown.com

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Capers are a powerful anti-inflammatory

(NaturalHealth365) The caper is the un-opened flower bud used for centuries in Mediterranean cuisine, where it imparts a salty tang and decorative flair to a variety of meats, salads, pastas and other foods. The unique flavor of capers makes them a very desirable ingredient in the Mediterranean basin. But, great taste is just the beginning of the good news about capers.

These small buds are handpicked in the early hours of the day and then the buds are washed and allowed to wilt for a few hours in the sun before being put into jars and covered with salt, vinegar, brine or olive oil. The plant is native to the Mediterranean, and grows in warm humid climates and is found growing abundantly around Cyprus, Italy, Greece, North Africa and Asia Minor. In the market place, capers are sold by their size and the smaller sized buds are more valuable than the larger sized ones.

A nutritional powerhouse

Capers have a mere 23 calories per 100g. Yet, this spice contains many phytonutrients, antioxidants and vitamins essential for optimum health. High in the flavonoid compounds – rutin and quercetin – capers are the second highest source of quercetin (180mg per 100g).

Studies show that quercetin acts as an anti-bacterial, anti-carcinogenic, analgesic and anti-inflammatory agent. These spicy buds contain good levels of vitamins such as vitamin A, vitamin k, niacin and riboflavin and minerals like calcium, iron and copper. And, the news keeps getting better and better.

Reduce your risk for cancer and heart disease

In a new study, Maria A. Livrea and colleagues note that other foods in the so-called Mediterranean diet have gotten plenty of attention for their health benefits. Capers, however, have been largely overlooked until now.

Researchers found that capers help to prevent the oxidation of fat that occurs during cooking and digestion. This was especially noticeable with meats which are where most oxidation occurs. Also, they found that components of capers can help to regenerate the antioxidant vitamin E, making it more available for use. These two things alone can help reduce the risk of heart disease and cancer.

The laboratory study involved adding caper extracts to grilled (ground) turkey and analyzing byproducts formed during stimulated digestion. The researchers found that caper-extract helped prevent the formation of certain byproducts of digested meat that is known to be linked to the formation of cancer and the risk of heart disease. The benefits are produced with a small amount of capers – typically used to flavor meat.

Important news for meat lovers

The conclusion of the study was that capers may be extremely beneficial to people whose diets are rich in fats and red meats. If you happen to like the sharp, salty notes of capers, you are going to be protecting you health, while enhancing your recipes. Capers are so versatile and easy to use; they can be added straight from the jar to tuna, venison, salmon and tomato sauces.

They are the favorite of Italian cooks who use these bulbs in antipasto salads and as a topping on pizzas and pasta. Capers render zing to vegetables, meats, veal and fish. You can find it served with smoked salmon and anchovy sauces. In northern Europe, caper brine is one of the main ingredients in their sauces. (Enjoy!)

About the author Blanche has been a student of natural healing modalities for the last 25 years. She had the privilege of working with some of the greatest minds in Natural Healing including Naturopaths, Scientist, and Energy Healers. Having seen people miraculously heal from all kinds of dis-ease through non-invasive methods, her passion now is to help people become aware of what it takes to be healthy.

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American Cancer Society has a new message

(NaturalHealth365) The new guidelines issued by the American Cancer Society will both urge cancer survivors to eat right and exercise to prevent the disease from coming back, and doctors will be encouraged to talk to their patients about eating right, exercising and slimming down if they’re too heavy.

Is it too little – too late

This is the same organization that calls for mammograms and other cancer screenings, while promoting the standard treatments such as surgery, chemotherapy and radiation. They claim to have encouraged healthy habits, but until now, the group didn’t think there was much evidence to support a strong statement.

Experts are not unanimous about the protective effects of diet on cancer; many have said that diet has no effect on this condition. (crazy, but true) The studies that have concluded diet wasn’t effective used a healthy diet consisting of one or two more fruits and vegetables with a little less fat then the standard American diet.

Nutritional “experts” need to get re-educated

The vast majority of past studies have focused on isolated vitamins not the synergistic actions of a nutrient dense diet. It turns out the advice you got as a child to “eat your greens” has a bigger effect on estrogen metabolism and cell division then any single vitamin.

This new upgrade in recommendations took in to account more than 100 studies in the last 5 years involving cancer survivors, which showed that exercise and/or a healthy diet was associated with lower cancer recurrence rates and longer survival.

Being overweight or obese has long been tied to an increase risk of cancers of the colon, esophagus, kidney, pancreas and breast cancer in post menopausal women. However, there hadn’t been much evidence on the effects of diet and exercise on people who had cancer until now.

Always keep the “big picture” in mind

These new guidelines are not pioneering or promising, because the effects of the standard medical protocol compromises the immune system and can cause secondary cancers. The most dangerous effects of chemotherapy and radiation aren’t neutralized by a few more vegetables.

This is what Mark W. Dewhirst, D.V.M., professor of radiation oncology at Duke University had to say; “In a sense, these therapies can make a tumor healthier.” He went on to explain by, “unless the treatment is very effective in killing many if not most tumor cells, you are shooting yourself in the foot.”

The tumor cells that survive the therapies drive and increase a regulatory factor called HIF1 (hypoxia-inducible factor 1), which cells use to get the oxygen they need by increasing blood vessel growth into the tumor. Solid tumors generally have low oxygen, and HIF1 helps them get the oxygen they need.

The other challenges occurs because cancer cells can survive in a harsh environment, high chemical exposure, low oxygen, higher availability of glucose, acidic pH, which means drugs used in chemotherapy will kill the weaker, and more benign (healthier) cells, while creating the very conditions known to make the more malignant and chemo resistant cancer cells thrive. In the same manner, radiotherapy is known to induce secondary cancers.

So when the American Cancer Society hands out material encouraging cancer survivors to eat better, they should mention what they need to do to minimize the harm done by the treatments they endorse. Don’t be fooled – educate yourself as fast as possible.

About the author Blanche has been a student of natural healing modalities for the last 25 years. She had the privilege of working with some of the greatest minds in Natural Healing including Naturopaths, Scientist, and Energy Healers. Having seen people miraculously heal from all kinds of dis-ease through non-invasive methods, her passion now is to help people become aware of what it takes to be healthy.

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The greatest (health) lie from medicine

(NaturalHealth365) Don’t worry – vaccines are safe and prevent disease. (yea, right!) The notion that toxic poisons injected into the body of humans can save lives has conventional medicine completely brainwashed into false realities. In truth, many health experts like, Dr. Leonard Horowitz believe there is a hidden agenda behind all of these “mandatory” vaccines.

Protect yourself from harm. Find out how to (legally) avoid being forced to receive unwanted vaccinations. The NaturalNews Talk Hour presents “Vaccine Police State” with our special guest Alan Phillips, a leading U.S. vaccine rights attorney. Simply click the banner “free shows” on the right column of this page, enter your email address and you’ll receive show details plus a FREE 7-Day juice cleanse!

Medical doctors have a warning for humanity

Robert Mendelsohn, M.D. was an American pediatrician opposed to water fluoridation, coronary bypass surgery, routine use of X-rays plus much more. Dr. Mendelsohn once said this about vaccines:

“Much of what you have been led to believe about immunizations simply isn’t true. I not only have grave misgivings about them; if I were to follow my deep convictions in writing this chapter, I would urge you to reject all inoculations for your child.”

Dr. Leonard Horowitz, a leading natural health advocate has been warning about the dangers of vaccines for decades. In fact, Dr. Horowitz gives us plenty to think about – when he said:

“President Obama’s science czar, John Holdren is the man who co-authored the book, Ecoscience (in 1977) calling for massive global depopulation using vaccinations to transmit sterilizing agents.” If you find this hard to believe – look it up yourself BEFORE your next doctor appointment. (it’s worse than you think)

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Shocking vaccine history facts

Have you ever wondered how vaccines are created? Imagine urine, blood or feces from a sick human or animal cultured on diseased organ tissue and then “de-activated” with toxic chemical compounds, like aluminum and mercury. Does this sound like a healthy choice? Needless to say, knowledge is power and it could save your life.

Did you know that statistics from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention provide NO evidence that any vaccine reduced the rate of any illness? For example, it’s unscientific to believe that the small pox vaccine – “saved the world”. In reality, only about 10 percent of the world’s population received the small pox vaccine. So, how did NINETY percent of the world’s citizens survive without a vaccine? I guess truth is stranger than fiction.

This week’s guest: Alan Phillips, a leading U.S. vaccine rights attorney

Learn how to (legally) PREVENT forced vaccinations – Thu. May 3

Alan Phillips, J.D. is a leading U.S. vaccine rights attorney. He advises individuals, families, attorneys, groups and organizations throughout the U.S. on vaccine exemption and waiver rights; supports legislative initiatives aimed at expanding vaccine freedom of choice; is published internationally on vaccine health and legal matters; and appears regularly at rallies, conferences, and on radio and TV shows discussing vaccine rights issues.

Alan is a featured guest monthly on Freedomizer Radio and Liberty News Radio, and a weekly co-host for Homeopathy World Community’s Vaccination and Your Rights radio show. In addition, Alan is also a regularly featured writer for NaturalNews.com plus many other freedom oriented websites.

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About the author: Jonathan Landsman is the managing director of NaturalHealth365.com and host of the NaturalNews Talk Hour – a free, weekly health show sponsored by NaturalHealth365.com and NaturalNews.com. Jonathan is helping millions of people worldwide create health and physical fitness through a variety of educational and entertaining articles, teleconference calls, live shows and special events. Click Here for immediate access to The Inner Circle – a monthly (Online) subscription to exclusive audio interviews, video events plus much more!

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Health crimes against humanity

(NaturalHealth365) Greedy corporations, mad scientists and powerless (controlled) politicians do NOT care about you and me. Chemtrails are poisoning the sky, fluoride is polluting the water and our food supply is a dumping ground for dangerous chemicals. Do we really believe that “health” insurance will protect us from all this nonsense?

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Harmful toxins in the air

Most of us think air pollution comes from city roadways. toxic factories, waste-dumps or chemical processing plants. But, (sadly) it’s the air right inside your own home or office that seriously threatens your health. Modern-day living conditions have most people spending time in shopping malls, sealed buildings and cars without good air circulation.

One of the worst offenders of healthy air is second-hand cigarette smoke. This stagnant (poisonous) air can cause lung cancer, emphysema, heart disease plus a whole lot more. Tobacco smoke contains over 3,950 deadly gases including, carbon monoxide, nicotine and tar which lower oxygen levels within your blood stream and damage your organs, tissues and cells. Needless to say, cleaning up your air space is a top priority.

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Many ways to detoxify your body

Toxins in our environment dramatically increase our risk for chronic illnesses like, cancer, diabetes and Alzheimer’s disease – to name a few. Now, more than ever, it is essential that we think about cleansing the colon, liver and other organs of our body to experience optimal health. A successful detoxification program will help increase energy, eliminate physical suffering and expand your consciousness.

No matter what detox program you choose – try to avoid refined foods, sugars, MSG, yeast, dairy foods, caffeine, soy, peanuts and alcohol for best results. Naturally, it would be advisable to seek the help of a trained, medical professional – before starting any program. Keep in mind, a liver cleanse, colon-oxygen cleanse or candida cleanse has its benefits providing you know what you’re doing.

This week’s guest: Dr. Edward Group, Founder of Global Healing Center

Dr. Group will talk about detoxification and family healthcare issues – Thu. Apr. 26

Dr. Group founded Global Healing Center in 1998 and is currently the Chief Executive Officer. Heading up the research and development team, Dr. Group assumes a hands-on approach in producing new and advanced degenerative disease products and information. A decorated member of the Armed Forces, Dr. Group received two Army achievement medals – a good conduct medal and an overseas ribbon – and was honorably discharged from active duty in 1989.

Dr. Group has studied natural healing methods for over 20 years and now teaches individuals and practitioners all around the world. He no longer sees patients but solely concentrates on spreading the word of health and wellness to the global community. Under his leadership, Global Healing Center, Inc. has achieved the status as one of the largest alternative – natural medicine resources on the Internet.

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Alzheimer’s risk drops with exercise

(NaturalHealth365) Use or loss it really fits here – you need the right mix of both mental and physical activity to keep from developing Alzheimer’s disease. To stay mentally and physically healthy you need to understand the basics – it’s not complicated. (thank goodness)

With the age of convenience and innovation, most of the population is increasingly complacent about making an effort to remain active. Too many people are suffering from avoidable (health-related) problems – which can be prevented with a healthy lifestyle.

The menace of the 21st century

The most feared and least understood condition of our time is Alzheimer’s disease. There are some very reliable studies coming from the research community, which are taking us a few steps further in eliminating this plague. Clearly, developing a new drug is NOT the solution to health issues – but lifestyle changes can provide dramatic (positive) results.

Researchers from the Rush University Medical Center conducted a study, which showed that the risk of Alzheimer’s disease or cognitive decline could be reduced by engaging in daily physical activity. The leading author of the study Dr. Aron S. Buchman, an associate professor of neurological sciences at the University said:

“The results of our study indicate that all physical activities including exercise as well as other activities such as cooking, washing the dishes, and cleaning are associated with a reduced risk of Alzheimer’s disease, these results provide support for efforts to encourage all types of physical activity.”

Science gives us good reason to exercise

Scientists tracked the amount of daily exercise and non-exercise of 716 people without dementia, who were on average 82 years old, from the Rush Memory and Aging Project. These subjects continuously wore an actigraph on their non-dominant wrist for ten days, which monitors all activity and records all exercise and non-exercise physical activity.

To measure memory and thinking abilities, all subjects underwent annual cognitive testing during the study period and also self-reported their physical and social activities. The results reported that 71 participants developed Alzheimer’s disease over an average follow-up period of 3.5 years. What it showed was that those in the bottom 10% of physical activity had more than a two-fold (2.3 times) risk of developing Alzheimer’s – as compared with those who were in the top 10% of daily activity.

Lack of exercise is risky business

The study showed that individuals in the bottom 10% of intense physical activity had a 2.8 times higher risk of developing cognitive decline – compared to those in the top percent of the physical activity. When activities such as cooking, dish washing, playing cards and moving a wheelchair with the arms are consider enough to provide some protection from Alzheimer’s, it shows there are a variety of strategies that can ward off Alzheimer’s and exercise is one of them.

Mainstream thought is that there is a medication waiting to be developed to save you from degenerative diseases. This idea stops people from taking preventable action now. Don’t become a statistic of conventional “wisdom”.

Blanche has been a student of natural healing modalities for the last 25 years. She had the privilege of working with some of the greatest minds in Natural Healing including Naturopaths, Scientist, and Energy Healers. Having seen people miraculously heal from all kinds of dis-ease through non-invasive methods, her passion now is to help people become aware of what it takes to be healthy.

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Shiitake mushrooms support heart health

(NaturalHealth365) Shiitake mushrooms are considered a medical mushroom for good reasons. They have been used medicinally by the Chinese for more than 6,000 years. In Asia, shiitake mushrooms are a symbol of longevity and are enjoyed for their wonderful rich smoky flavor.

Shiitake like all mushrooms are actually a fungus, not a vegetable, a special living organism that has no roots, leaves, flowers or seeds. In other words, they are part of complex ecosystem that supplies us with diversity. The benefits of this tiny powerhouse of nutrition shouldn’t be avoided because of its pedigree. Nature provides a treasure trove of premium plant food to protect us from dis-ease.

Mushrooms are brimming with protein, B vitamins (riboflavin, niacin and pantothenic) plus the minerals selenium, potassium and copper. They are low in calories and support a healthy body.

A special mushroom for heart patients

We have only skimmed the surface in spanning the globe for natural ingredients to intervene in cardiovascular disease. There is a rapidly growing understanding of the biotherapeutic role of vegetation to health. The cardiovascular benefits of shiitake mushrooms have been documented in cholesterol reduction and immune support.

The shiitake mushroom has one of the most unusual naturally occurring nutrients called d-Eritadenine, lentinacin, or lentsine, known as DEA. Also, the beta-glucans in Shiitakes help with the cholesterol lowering effect of this mushroom. Beta-glucan is a soluble fiber, which dissolves in the digestive track and creates a thick gel like paste, this binds with excess cholesterol to keep it from being absorbed.

Is great health really that complicated

Most of the medical community is in the dark when it comes to the natural wonders that can prevent and reverse disease. Shiitakes are documented to support immune function. Many studies show how these mushrooms regulate immune system activity from down regulating excessive immune activity to being able to stimulate immune responses when needed. In other words, they can either activate or suppress the immune system; this means it supports our immune system under a variety of circumstances.

Shiitake protect against atherosclerosis by reducing production of immune cell adhesion molecules, which make cells sticky and cause plaques on the arteries. The most popular immune supporting components in shitake mushrooms are its polysaccharides. These have been shown to lower cholesterol levels, lessen problems associated with exercise stress, reduce damage by inflammation-producing toxins and radiation exposure.

Let’s get to the heart of the matter

Oxidative stress which is an ongoing process causes damage to the blood vessel lining and culminates in the development of atherosclerosis. Clogged arteries are one of the increasingly common occurrences (worldwide) and the way to reduce our risk of chronic oxidative stress is a diet containing antioxidants.

Shiitake mushrooms are an excellent source of antioxidant minerals such as manganese, selenium, and zinc along with some unusual phytonutrient antioxidants, like ergothioneine (ET) for short. The special benefits of ET are for the cell’s mitochondria. The mitochondria use oxygen to produce energy for the cell and heart cells have the highest concentration of mitochondria – this is a key factor to a heart health.

Blanche has been a student of natural healing modalities for the last 25 years. She had the privilege of working with some of the greatest minds in Natural Healing including Naturopaths, Scientist, and Energy Healers. Having seen people miraculously heal from all kinds of dis-ease through non-invasive methods, her passion now is to help people become aware of what it takes to be healthy.

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