Lentils get their 15 minutes of fame

(NaturalHealth365) Lentils bring to mind a hot bowl of soup loaded with healthy vegetables. Yet, few think of lentils as a nutritional fountain of youth, loaded with fiber, folate, iron, protein, vitamins and minerals. Researchers who looked at the elderly found these and other legumes were the single most important factor in longevity.

Lentils are small seeds that grow in pods. They are a member of the legume family and are related to beans, chickpeas, soy and peanuts. They are thought to have originated in the Near East and are one of the oldest cultivated plants with nearly a dozen varieties of lentils that vary in color and size. The best known are green, brown, yellow and red – with red being the smallest in size.

A boost of energy to last a lifetime

Lentils contain more folate than any other plant food. This means it offers protection against coronary artery disease by lowering homocysteine levels. In addition, there is a decreased risk of breast cancer due to the large amounts of vitamin B6 and folate. By replenishing iron stores it increases energy which keeps levels constant throughout the day. A healthy iron level helps the body to transport oxygen from the lungs to the cells producing needed energy.

The magnesium in lentils is not only good for the heart, but is wonderful for the nervous system. Magnesium is known as the relaxing mineral and is nature’s calcium channel blocker. Magnesium relaxes veins and arteries which improves the flow of oxygen and nutrients to all parts of the body. A great way to de-stress the body.

Healthy eating made simple and easy

Compared to most other dried beans, lentils are quick and easy to prepare. They cook up quick and go with virtually all vegetables. With a full serving of soup you can add cruciferous vegetables and sea vegetables, like Kombu.

Lentil cooking time is about 30 minutes and need no presoaking; red lentils cook the fastest and may be ready to eat in 20 minutes while the black, brown, or green varieties have more fiber and take a little longer.

Nutritional abundance in every bit

The 15.6 g of fiber in 1 cup of red lentils provides 62 percent of the 25 g daily recommended amount. There are 230 calories in 1 cup of red lentils, and an extraordinary high level of nutrients. It has 17.9 g of protein in 1 cup, and a low glycemic index. Red and yellow lentils are green lentils with their skins (hulls) removed – which means the fiber content isn’t as high.

Moroccan dishes use lentils with vegetables, soy sauce, cumin, and cayenne. Where as India uses a spiced lentil dish known as dal. In America, lentil soup is typically created with carrots, garlic, celery, peppers, greens, thyme, parsley and basil.

Naturally, fresh beans are best but if you buy canned beans – avoid can liners made from bisphenol-A and extra additives. Of all the beans, lentils offer an easy – low cost – way to ensure our family’s health. Try it, (maybe) you’ll like it.

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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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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Purple Potatoes are surprisingly healthy

(NaturalHealth365) There is a better solution to high blood pressure and obesity – just switch from white to purple potatoes. This golf ball size potato is a perfect fit for the potato loving crowd looking to stay healthy. (just watch those toppings!)

The choice of potatoes at the supermarket is limited considering there are thousands of varieties of potatoes from deep red to purple, and they all have some different nutritional components. The differences in color between varieties are basically differences in the carotenoid and flavonoid content.

The health benefit of colors

Colorful potatoes provide carotenoids which are not found in the white variety. The darker the flesh of even yellow potatoes the greater quantity of carotenoids, in the worldwide market darker hued potatoes are the norm.

The beauty of purple runs deep

Purple potatoes have deep violet ink colored skin and flesh, and the hue depends on their variety. They are usually smaller in size because they are often harvested when young. The taste is slightly nutty and they have a special appeal to those that like to sample more exotic fruits and vegetables.

Purple potatoes are a staple in South America and many of their dishes are reflective of their popularity. Purple potatoes are the one starch that doesn’t add pounds, while providing the antioxidant, anthocyanin, the same flavonoid that is found in red and purple produce such as berries and pomegranates.

Potatoe news gets better and better

It was the purple potato’s nutritional value and energy giving properties that made the potato a celebrated staple of the American diet. The popularity of the potato soured in the late 20th and early 21st century due to the potatoes ability to provide low cost calories and nutrition.

Research out of the University of Scranton in Pennsylvania showed that the purple potato can help lower blood pressure, without causing weight gain. The research, conducted by Joe Vinson, tracked 18 overweight individuals who were hypertensive and either had them eat six to eight small purple potatoes with the skin, at both lunch and dinner or no potatoes for four weeks as part of their everyday diet for four weeks. Then, each group switched routines – so both groups got to try the purple potatoes.

You CAN eliminate hypertension with diet alone

On average diastolic blood pressure (the bottom number) dropped by 4.3 percent and the systolic blood pressure (the top number) dropped by 3.5 percent. None of the participants gained any weight while indulging in the purple potatoes.

There are about 700 varieties of potatoes native to a Spanish Colonial city high in the Andies called Parque de la Papa (Potato Park) and many of these potatoes never get to market. The purple potato is a variety that is resistant to disease and able to withstand harsh conditions, with this in mind there should be no limit to its use as a sustainable food source.

Purple potatoes have a place not only in our diets, but in our commitment to environmental responsibility. Since, these are either in the market near you or coming soon, welcome them into your home – you’ll be glad you did.

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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Nutty great news for your health

(NaturalHealth365) In a study published in the Journal of the American College of Nutrition, researchers found that people who consumed tree nuts such as almonds, Brazil, cashews, hazelnuts, macadamias, pecans, pine nuts, pistachios and walnuts had higher levels of high-density lipoproteins (“good” cholesterol) and lower levels of C-reactive protein – an inflammation marker.

Good news with a warning

This study looked at 13,292 men and women aged 19 and up who participated in the National Health and Nutritional Examination Surveys. These results were based on consumers who consumed 2 1/4 once serving of nuts per day.

One of the findings was that individuals that consumed tree nuts has a lower body weight and body mass index (BMI) and waist circumference compared to those that didn’t consume any of the above mentioned nuts. Just don’t overdo it – nuts can be difficult to digest – in some people. (and chew well)

A nutty way to lower your risk for heart disease

At least five large human epidemiological studies including the Nurses Health Study, the Iowa Health Study, the Adventist Study and the Physicians Health Study found that nut consumption is linked to a lower risk of heart disease.

The research from the Nurses Health Study estimated that substituting nuts for an equal amount of carbohydrates would result in a 30% reduction in heart disease. Then, they calculated a reduction in fat from saturated sources (such as meat and dairy products) would bring a 45% reduction in heart disease. Some of the reasons for these findings can be found in the different varieties of tree nuts.

You can go nuts over the nutritional value

Almonds alone have heart benefits and that may be due to their vitamin E content and 99mg of magnesium along with 257 mg of potassium. Magnesium is a natural calcium channel blocker, and potassium helps keep high blood pressure in check.

Brazil nuts contain exceptionally high levels of selenium, 100g of nuts add around 1917 mcg of selenium and 345% of the recommended daily intake making them as highest natural source of this mineral. Selenium is an important cofactor for anti-oxidant glutathione peroxidase. This is an important factor in protecting blood vessels from oxidative damage.

A delicious way to help prevent disease

It just takes 1-2 Brazil nuts a day to provide enough selenium to help prevent coronary artery disease, liver cirrhosis and cancers. They also are an excellent source of B-complex riboflavin, niacin, thiamin, vitamin B-6 and folates.

Walnuts have an unusual and very beneficial form of vitamin E, gamma-tocopherol. In several studies, gamma-tocopherol has been found to provide significant protection from heart problems, and walnuts have an exceptionally high level. Walnuts decrease LDL (“bad” cholesterol), improve endothelial cell function, decrease platelet aggregation rate, decrease C reactive protein.

Pine nuts are especially rich in mono-unsaturated fatty acids such as oleic acid, which helps lower LDL and increase HDL the good cholesterol. Pine nuts contain the essential fatty acid pinolenic acid, which also has been shown to have LDL lowering properties.

Cashews have a lower fat content than most of the other nuts, and 75% is unsaturated fat, which contains 75% oleic acid the most heart healthy monounsaturated fat. The evidence shows that adding nuts (in small quantity) to your menu – four times a week or better – will provide a 37% reduction in coronary heart disease.

We now know the benefits come without a weight gain, in fact a 28 month study out of Spain, found those that ate nuts two times per week were 31% less likely to gain weight than those who never ate nuts.

Nuts contribute to a heart healthy diet, and are one of the healthiest foods to consume. Their favorable effects on human health are well documented, so go enjoy them as a snack, in cereal, on salads and in vegetable dishes.

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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Lima Beans are good for the heart

(NaturalHealth365) Lima beans because of their buttery texture are also called butter beans. They add a delicate flavor to most dishes without changing the overall texture or taste of the meal.

Lima beans aren’t something you always find in the produce section of major supper markets, they may only appear in the late summer and fall when they are in season. There are canned and dried lima beans – available all year.

The lima bean pod is flat, oblong, slightly curved and is about three inches in length; within the pod are the two to four flat kidney shaped beans. The beans are usually cream or green in color, though there are varieties that appear as white, red, purple, brown or black.

A smart strategy for optimal health

One cup of lima beans provides the following healthy benefits: molybdenum, tryptophan, fiber, manganese, folate, protein, potassium, iron, copper, phosphorus, magnesium, and vitamin B1.

Besides providing cholesterol-lowering fiber, the high fiber content keeps sugar levels from rising too rapidly after a meal, making lima beans a good choice for diabetics. A cup of lima beans will provide 14.7 grams of protein, which translates to 29.3% of the daily value, while giving you 52.6% of your daily fiber value.

Lima beans are an excellent source of molybdenum, a trace mineral, which is an integral component of the enzyme sulfite oxidase, known for detoxifying sulfites. Sulfites are a preservative found in prepared foods, and can cause rapid heartbeat, headache and other nasty symptoms if you are sensitive to them. A cup of lima beans has 86.5% of the daily value of the trace mineral molybdenum.

The cost in calories is 216 per cup, and the significant amount of folate, and magnesium in the beans, minerals known for cardiovascular health, makes heart health and weight control easier than ever. Magnesium is nature’s calcium channel blocker, with enough magnesium in your system arteries get the oxygen and nutrients they need. Lima beans provide 20.2% of the daily value of magnesium.

Develop stable energy throughout your day

Lima beans provide energy by a few pathways. The high fiber content prevents blood sugar levels from rising; this is due to large amounts of slow absorption compounds in the beans. The soluble fiber in the bean absorbs water in the stomach forming a gel like substance that slows down the metabolism of the bean’s carbohydrates. The beans help balance sugar levels while providing steady, slow-burning energy.

Lima beans provide iron a component of hemoglobin, which transports oxygen from the lungs to all the cells, and is also part of the key enzyme system for energy production and metabolism. Also, lima beans are an excellent source of the trace mineral manganese, which is essential factor in energy production.

Lima beans can be used in so many ways from bean soup, sautéed with rice or pasta, or added as a side dish. Cooked lima beans can be used in many recipes to add both texture and subtle flavor, while synergistically supplying the perfect combination of nutrients to increase your energy, control your weight, and keep your ticker ticking.

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.

Tangerines offer great disease prevention

(NaturalHealth365) The tangerine is a type of mandarin orange, though smaller in size than the typical oranges. It is a citrus fruit high in vitamin C, and pectin, which is known to increase the beneficial microflora in the gut.

The fibrous white tissue between the segments of tangerines is called lamelia, and this membrane is a great source of soluble fiber known for its ability to reduce cholesterol and protect against atherosclerosis.

While tangerines are known for their heart healthy properties, there is new research, which has found a flavonoid in tangerines, called Nobiletin, which protects against obesity.

In a model of the metabolic syndrome developed by the Huff laboratory at the Roberts Research Institute, Murray Huff, a vascular biology scientist at the Schulch School Medicine & Dentistry, along with Erin Mulvibil, a PhD student, studied the effects of Nobiletin.

In this study one group of mice were fed a “western” diet high in fats and simple sugars. This group became obese and had all the signs associated with metabolic syndrome: elevated cholesterol and triglycerides, high insulin and glucose and a fatty liver.

The second group of mice were fed the exact same diet, but with the addition of Nobiletin and experienced no elevation of cholesterol, triglycerides, insulin or glucose, and gained a normal amount of weight.

Nobiletin was found to prevent the buildup of fat in the liver by stimulating the expression of genes involved in burning excess fat, while inhibiting the genes responsible for manufacturing fat.

Huff reported: “The Nobiletin-treated mice were basically protected from obesity.” “And in longer-term studies, Nobiletin also protected these animals from atherosclerosis, the buildup of plaque in arteries, which can lead to heart attack or stroke. This study really paves the way for future studies to see if this is suitable treatment for metabolic syndrome and related conditions in people.”

Protecting your health is easier than you think

Huff’s research uncovered earlier a flavonoid in grapefruit called Naringenin, which provided similar protection against obesity, but as Huff said “What’s really interesting to us is that Nobiletin is ten times more potent in its protective effects compared to Naringenin, and this time, we’ve also shown that Nobiletin has the ability to protect against atherosclerosis.”

On top of all this Nobiletin was found to have anti-inflammatory and anti-tumor invasion, anti-proliferation, and anti-metastasis in studies of cancer cell lines of the liver, stomach, prostate and colon. This is all without being toxic to normal cells.

Being overweight is linked to serious physical ailments like heart disease, diabetes, and hypertension. Weight loss can be aided by the potent life-changing fruits and vegetables nature provides.

Will all the choices of weigh loss supplements and diets, it seems the simplest program available is in the produce aisles. Looking for the bright orange, sphere shaped, and sweet tangerine may help you shed pounds.

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.

Cranberries contain powerful health benefits

(NaturalHealth365) Cranberries are referred to as the crimson jewel and are packed with nutrition, fiber and puckering flavor. Half a cup of whole cranberries has 4 grams of carbohydrates, 2 grams of fiber, a 1/3 which is soluble fiber.

The best known benefit of cranberry is the prevention and relief of urinary tract infections. However, there is a whole list of its powerful health benefits. Research has proven cranberries promote more flexible arteries and better digestion. One health benefit that hasn’t gained as much attention as it should is cranberry extracts inhibit the growth and spread of breast, colon, prostate, lung and other cancers.

Cranberries have a rich history

The only three fruits that can be traced to America are the Concord grape, the blueberry and the cranberry. The cranberry sustained Americans for hundreds of years. Cranberries grow wild in northern states from Maine to Wisconsin and down the Appalachian Mountains to North Carolina.

Native Americans uses cranberries to make pemmican, which was dried deer meat, melted fat, and pulverized cranberries. This would sustain them through long winter months. They also ate cranberries fresh, ground or mixed with cornmeal and baked into bread.

It was also used by different tribes to treat arrow wounds by using poultices to draw out the poisons and as a dye to color their rugs and blankets. American whalers and mariners carried cranberries on their excursions to prevent scurvy. American and Canadian sailors used it the same way British sailors use lemons and limes.

Cranberries are a major commercial crop in the American states of Massachusetts, Minnesota, New Jersey, Oregon, Washington, and Wisconsin, as well as in the Canadian provinces of British Columbia, New Brunswick, Ontario, Nova Scotia, and Quebec.

Cranberries prove to be more powerful than prescription drugs

The benefits of cranberry juice for its anti-bacteria action comes from a number of studies. The public still remains largely unaware of studies, which show the regular use of cranberry products can be an alternative to prescription antibiotics.

The health benefits of cranberries go beyond urinary tract infections. There are some recent studies, which show its use in preventing periodontal gum diseases, and its ability in blocking pathogens that cause tooth decay. It stops periodontal infections while keeping plaque from clinging to the teeth and gums. Bacteria from gum disease are implicated in atherosclerosis.

There are studies that show cranberries prevent plaque from forming on the arterial walls. This may be the same action that prevents bacteria from clinging to the walls of the urinary tract. Cranberries have been shown to decrease adherence of the bacterium Helicobacter pylori to the stomach wall. By stopping the adherence it kills the H. pylori bacteria, which is implicated in both stomach cancer and ulcers.

Cranberries have been shown to significantly reduce the growth of salmonella, E. coli, and other bacteria. There are many studies that have shown in order to get these benefits we need to consume the whole cranberry. The research has shown that it is the synergy of all the nutrients rather than any individual component that is responsible for all these benefits.

This means that all the antioxidant, ant-inflammatory, anti-bacterial effects come from a combination of all the components of the cranberry. For damage control it is wise to include cranberries on the menu.

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.

Diabetic pump is a failure

(NaturalHealth365) The real story is diabetic pumps fail to treat type 2 diabetes. These mechanical contraptions are not healing miracles. The bottom line is they adjust sugar levels by releasing insulin, so people can indulge in snacks and meals without eliminating the cause of their condition.

Do Insulin Pumps promote healthy living

Insulin pumps are the size of a cell phone, which automatically inject small amounts of insulin through a tiny needle under the skin. This works throughout the day to keep blood sugar at safe levels. The patient programs the device to inject additional insulin right before a meal or snack based on the amount of carbohydrates about to be consumed.

They seem like an easy and convenient way to manage sugar levels. Manage is the key word here. This kind of device will not support a healthy lifestyle for most people. We see people on all you can eat restaurants lines, on cruises, and in an office environment wearing the pumps while eating donuts, cakes, cookies, and a mile long hero.

This is not to say everyone does that, but it sure makes it easier to indulge. This may be a way to eat garbage, and forget the reason you have diabetes. Food choices are everything, this device allows obesity and cheeseburgers on a regular bases. The bottom line you become dependent on a mechanical device to do what you are capable of doing yourself.

“By using an insulin pump, you can match your insulin to your lifestyle, rather than adjusting your lifestyle to your body’s response to insulin injections.” “People of all ages with type 1 diabetes use insulin pumps, and people with type 2 diabetes have started to use them as well.” This is quote from the American Diabetes Association.

Faulty devices sold to the public

Federal regulators reprimanded Johnson & Johnson for selling faulty insulin pumps and delaying disclosures of serious injuries to diabetics using them.

In a warning letter posted online by the FDA, the agency wrote that J & J Animas Corp never reported on one case of serious patient injury and delayed reporting on two others. These patients were hospitalized with dangerously high blood sugar, respiratory failure and coma, and a life-threatening complication called diabetic ketoaciddosis that’s caused by lack of insulin to break down blood sugar.

The company said it didn’t report the three patient incidents to the FDA as required within 30 days because they involved patients not using the pumps according to directions. In another separate issue, some of the pumps keypads for controlling how much insulin is injected have been deteriorating prematurely, leading to pump failure.

The bottom line is upgrades of mechanical devices will not make up for eating healthy, exercising and taking control of your own life. The first line of defense is the body’s own natural healing abilities when given the right tools. An insulin pump is not a healing tool.

Type 2 diabetes is a disease of modern living, and the insulin pump is the answer in America. What is forgotten is everything you eat your life depends on. By eliminating that from the equation, the insulin pump may be doing as much harm as good.

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.

Healthy fats improve glucose level

(NaturalHealth365) There is a natural way to regulate sugar levels and it seems to have caught researchers’ attention. This may have important implications for pharmaceutical firms by giving them a better way to develop safer drugs for diabetics.

According to the U.S. Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) nearly 26 million Americans have diabetes; the commonly used drugs for this condition have undesired side effects.

Capric Acid

Capric acid is a medium-chain fatty acid found in saturated fats. It is abundant in coconut oil and palm kernel oil. It is the capric acid and other medium-chain triglycerides, which are responsible for making coconut oil so healthy. Some capric acid can be found in Cow and goat milk. Studies have shown that fatty acids in coconut oil are helpful for the diabetic condition. It has been found that replacing refined carbohydrates with saturated fat helps diabetics. Butter, Ghee and Coconut oil are oils that help with diabetes.

This makes sense since they all contain capric acid. A Van Andel Research Institute (VARI) study published in the Journal of Biological Chemistry found that deconoic acid also known as Capric Acid worked well in modulation of diabetes, osteoporosis, anxiety and depression disorders.

Research

The recent study, which was carried out in collaboration with a team of international research and clinical partners from Brigham and Women’s Hospital, Dana-Farber Cancer Institute, Harvard Medical School, National University of Singapore, The Scripps Research Institute, Shanghai Institute of Materia Medica, and University of Michigan showed that decanoic acid is a direct ligand, or binding partner, of PPARγ, and binds and partially activates PPARγ without leading to the development of fat cells.

What was studied was the nuclear receptor (PPARy), which plays an important role in glucose and lipid metabolism and is the target of a class of antidiabetic drug. These drugs have negative side effects like weight gain, and fluid retention, while increasing the risk for cardiovascular events.

Benefits

“Treatments with decanoic acid and its triglyceride form improve glucose sensitivity and lipid profiles without weight gain in diabetic models,” said lead author Venkata R. Malapaka, Ph.D., who conducted his research at Van Andel Research Institute and now works as a Research Fellow in Brigham and Women’s Hospital’s Center for Interdisciplinary Cardiovascular Sciences. “Together, these results suggest that decanoic acid is a modulating ligand for PPARs and the structure can aid in designing better and safer PPARγ-based drugs.”

With nearly 26 million Americans with diabetes and an estimated 79 million with prediabetes, it is a good find. The sufferers of this condition can find relief and slash their risk of of strokes, heart disease and other conditions tied to high sugar levels.

We don’t need a better drug, we already have it in its natural form. The healthy fats are in our food supply, or should we say in our whole foods. We don’t need a wealth of studies, what we must establish is a healthy lifestyle. The purest, most stable, easy-to-tolerate form of help come directly from the fatty acids of coconuts. Deriving these fats from organic grass fed dairy also is known to help with inflammation. Capric acid is more desirable today because of the high carbohydrate content of our packaged foods.

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.

Cayenne Pepper Powerful Healer

(NaturalHealth365) Cayenne pepper is hot in many ways. Some of the key findings show this form of pepper to be second to none in its ability to heal.

Cayenne pepper comes from the dried pods of chili peppers. The other names for the chili peppers are: African red pepper, American red pepper, Spanish pepper, and bird pepper. It is multiculturalism in use. Cayenne peppers are related to jalapenos, habaneras, bell peppers and a few other peppers. It is sometimes called capsicum, which is its Latin derivative.

The herb is named for the capital city of Cayenne in French Guiana, a country on the northern border of Brazil in South America. The cultivated varieties of cayenne are grown in a variety of moist, nutrient rich soil in a warm climate. They grow well in sub-tropical and tropical parts of the world. They can also grow in temperate climates with proper care. Chili peppers are truly multi-purpose. They are an aid to healing while severing as a flavor enhancer.

Nutritional Composition

Cayenne pepper is loaded with beta-carotene; the bright red color gives that fact away. It is also high in the B complex, vitamin C, calcium, vitamin K, niacin, iron, potassium and manganese. It’s hard to believe that this small plant has such an array of nutrients.

Health Benefits

The health benefits are so numerous, which means that this plant can be used for most conditions. Cayenne is also revered in the alternative health community and widely used by medicinal herbalists.
Cayenne pepper is very healing for the digestive system, heart, and circulatory system. It not only gets things flowing, but it can rebuild the tissues. It increases peristaltic action in the intestines. It is used by herbalist for stomach aches, cramping, and other intestinal disorders. What it is best known for is what it does for the heart. Dr. Christopher a known master herbalist used it to save people in the mist of a heart attack. Cayenne tea which is a teaspoon of cayenne in hot water would feed the heart. Warm tea opens up the cells, to accept the cayenne faster.

Chili Peppers other Benefits

Chili peppers have the potential to help with weight loss, and are now being studied for use in treating high cholesterol, pre-diabetes, hair loss, and pain. In animal studies in the 1980’s capsaicin showed in a five-week period a reduction in plasma total cholesterol, triglycerides and the total ratio of good cholesterol was improved.

Hot Stuff

The Scoville Heat Unit (SHU) rating of the cayenne pepper is important, because it gives a measurement of cayenne’s powers. Most run 30,000 to 50,000 heat units. This takes getting use to. It is best to test the water with a very small amount added to warm distilled water. Capsaicin is the main component of chili peppers, which produces the hot sensation. It is also an active ingredient in several topical preparations, for temporary pain relief.

Spicing up your life and maximizing your health may be finding a way to heat up your culinary skills. Chili peppers will undoubtedly spice up your cuisine, while keeping your arteries open, and heart strong.

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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