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Prevention's New Foods for Healing: Capture the Powerful Cures of More Than 100 Common Foods Prevention Magazine See book keywords and concepts

Add the beef and ginger. Stir-fry for 2 minutes, or until the beef is no longer pink on the surface. Transfer to a plate. Add the onions to the pan and stir-fry for 1 to 2 minutes, or until softened. Add the spinach and stir-fry for 30 seconds, or until just wilted. In a small bowl, combine the broth and ketchup. Add to the pan. Add the beef. Stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes, or until the sauce is heated through and coats the beef and vegetables. Season to taste with pepper. Makes 4 servings Cook's Note: Serve over rice or noodles.

The Top Ten Herbs to Cure Big Diseases Dr. Richard Schulze and Sam Biser See book keywords and concepts

Fifteen minutes later, take 2 cups of DeTox tea {formulapage 51) or use grated ginger root tea or mint tea. If no results, repeat in an hour from first olive oil dose. You can repeat this every hour until the pain subsides. Dr. Schulze has never had a patient do this more than twice for total pain relief, even when patients were doubled over in tears. No patient ever needed emergency surgery after doing this. Right after flush, you can put an ice bag on the liver, just below right rib cage. Do this for ten minutes on, then hot water bottle for ten minutes, then do ice bag again.

Schulze's Complete Liver/Gall Bladder Tonic: Milk Thistle seed 40%, Oregon Grape root, 10%, Dandelion root 10%, Gentian root 5%, Wormwood leaf 10%, Chaparral leaf 5%, Black Walnut inner hulls 5%, ginger root 5%, Garlic bulb 5% and Fennel seed 5%. Emergency Dosage for Complete Liver Tonic: Do Liver/Gall Bladder Flush (on previous page). Take 5 to 10 Dropperfuls of the Liver/ Gall Bladder Tonic (formula below). Fifteen minutes later drink 2 cups of DeTox Tea (see formula next page).

Healing with Plants in the American and Mexican West Margarita Artschwager Kay See book keywords and concepts

Trained in the sciences of the time, he tried to identify what he saw with familiar European plants, but he mistook plants on Hispaniola for those he hoped to find, such as cinnamon and ginger (Ti6 1966; Ybarra 1894,1906). He also confused Aloe with Agave, of which he said "though not of the same kind as the one we are acquainted with in Spain" it was "a species of aloes that we doctors use" (Ybarra 1906:1016).14 Enter Cortes Twenty-five years after the first voyage of Columbus, the conquistadores came to Mexico, and confusion of Agave and Aloe continued.

Prevention's Healing With Motion: An All-New Approach to Health and Healing Based on Simple Mind and Body Exercises The Editors of PREVENTION See book keywords and concepts

Fred Astaire always won the heart of ginger Rogers (and Cyd Charisse and Rita Hayworth and Audrey Hepburn) with a dance. Dancing may simply be moving your feet and swaying your body to a rhythm, but it is also so much more than that. Letting go. Being swept away. Moving from your pelvis. Dance has rocked our world since the beginning of time. Dancing gives us connection, and connection cures one of our most destructive diseases—loneliness. "When I was first working as a psychiatrist, I noticed that a lot of my patients had one thing in common: They were lonely," says Barry Sultanoff, M.D.

The Top Ten Herbs to Cure Big Diseases Dr. Richard Schulze and Sam Biser See book keywords and concepts

Increase the garlic up to four large cloves, and increase the size of the piece of ginger, in proportion, to combat any possible nausea from the oil. If you want, you can add one or more of the following liver herbs to the Basic Flush recipe: barberry (or Oregon grape root bark); milk thistle seed; wormwood leaves and flowers; burdock (any part of plant); bitter greens such as dandelion, chickory, beets or artichokes; any organic citrus peel. Combine any of the above herbs (either powdered or in liquid-extract form) in equal parts.

Dangerous Grains: Why Gluten Cereal Grains May Be Hazardous To Your Health James Braly M.D. and Ron Hoggan M.A. See book keywords and concepts

Frequent use of antioxidant, anti-inflammatory culinary spices such as fresh garlic, ginger, and turmeric (Indian curry], as well as herbs such as oregano, dill, thyme, and sage in your food preparations is also extremely valuable. Fats and Oils Repeated high-temperature heating of oils and fats converts them to pro-inflammatory, cancer-causing substances, so fried foods need to be strictly avoided. Lower-temperature steaming, boiling, broiling, stir-frying, and roasting are preferable to frying. It is particularly important to avoid all hydrogenated fats, oils, and margarines.

Foods That Fight Disease: A Simple Guide to Using and Understanding Phytonutrients to Protect and Enhance Your Health Laurie Deutsch Mozian, M.S., R.D. See book keywords and concepts

This would make ginger most effective as an inhibitor of cancer. Grapes Grapes contain the phytochemicals resveratrol and ellagic acid, and quercetin, as well as some phytosterols. Concord grapes are workhorses at disarming free-radical molecules in test tubes, according to the scientists at the United States Department of Agriculture Human Nutrition Center on Aging, where they are testing various foods for their Oxygen Radical Absorbance Capacity (ORAC—see page 12). There are about 800 ORAC units in 3.5 ounces of grapes.

Healing Pets With Nature's Miracle Cures Henry Pasternak, D.V.M., C.V.A. See book keywords and concepts

Many pets will respond to a variety of herbs such as ginger, bioflavonoids, flax seeds, lyprinol, enzymes, and other neutraceuticals with anti-inflammatory effects. Drugs such as cimetidine (H2 antagonist) must be used with caution because they often inhibit protein digestion and stimulate bacterial overgrowth. Wth a suspected bacterial infection or overgrowth of gastrointestinal microbes, antibiotics such as metronidazole are effective. Metronidazole is safe and effective, even if taken for several weeks; however, some rare neurological reactions have occurred at high doses.

Foods That Fight Disease: A Simple Guide to Using and Understanding Phytonutrients to Protect and Enhance Your Health Laurie Deutsch Mozian, M.S., R.D. See book keywords and concepts

It is also present in allspice and the ginger root. According to the USDA phytochemical and ethnobotanical database, it has antiseptic, anticoagulant, and candidacide actions. Fenchon (FEN-chahn). Fenchon is a phytochemical isolated from the herb rosemary. It is documented as having potential anti-Alzheimer's action; as evidenced in test tubes, it has the ability to prevent the breakdown of acetylcholine, a neurotransmitter involved in the processes of learning and memory. Ferrulic (fer-ROO-lick) acid. Ferulic acid is widely distributed throughout the plant world.

Eat To Beat Cancer: A Research Scientist Explains How You and Your Family Can Avoid Up to 90% of All Cancers J. Robert Hatherill See book keywords and concepts

ANTIOXIDANT SPICES allspice, basil, bay leaf caradamom, cinnamon, cloves, cumin fennel, ginger mace, marjoram, nutmeg oregano, perilla, rosemary, sage thyme, turmeric Drink Away Cancer With Tea! Green and black teas are derived from the leaf of the bush Camellia sinensis. After tea is picked, the leaves are left to wither and dry in the hot air. Black tea is put through a process of oxidation, which imparts its dark color and flavorful aroma. In making green tea the fresh leaves are steamed, which destroys the enzymes that cause fermentation in black tea.

Real brewed ginger ales are a great beverage. Avoid cancer-inciting fried foods of any kind, such as sausage and bacon (you can sample but don't feast on them). Also avoid butter, whole milk, cream, eggs, creamy salads, processed luncheon meats, and high-fat cheeses such as Swiss, cheddar, and American cheese. Rely on cancer-crippling four-bean chili, spicy burritos made of beans, rice, and cheese, pasta, rice-based dishes, and salads with beans or mixed dark greens. Also use plenty of vegetables such as green beans, broccoli, cauliflower, carrots, and celery.

Add the puree to a heated wok and stir-fry together with chicken until cooked. Add ginger, red bell pepper, celery, and scallions and stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes. Add the remaining ingredients and stir-fry for 1 minute. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds on top. Serves 6 to 8.

For dressing: In a medium pan add vegetable stock, vinegar, sherry, soy sauce, sesame oil, chili sauce, scallions, ginger, and garlic. Heat until boiling; then quickly turn heat to low and add mushrooms. Simmer mixture for 2 minutes, stirring constantly. In a large bowl, toss noodles together with the dressing. Top with toasted sesame seeds and chives. Serves 4 to 6.

Other Beverage Ideas Good beverages include fermented ginger ales, fruit juices, orange and grapefruit juices. You can also blend fruit juice with sparkling mineral water for a refreshing drink. Also try light red wines, especially from California, since these wines have low amounts of lead compared to Italian red wines. As you introduce more and more cancer-hampering foods into your cooking, you will develop your own recipes, as well as learn variations and new ideas from friends. Chapter Recap þA number of simple, fast chemopreventive menus can come right off the grocery shelf.

Foods That Fight Disease: A Simple Guide to Using and Understanding Phytonutrients to Protect and Enhance Your Health Laurie Deutsch Mozian, M.S., R.D. See book keywords and concepts

Zingerone is a phytochemical isolated from the ginger plant that has antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. So, as you can see, phytochemicals are numerous and varied in their functions—and this is just the tip of the iceberg. There are hundreds more phytochemicals still being studied and yet to be discovered. While not yet considered by scientists to be necessary for the sustenance of human life, it is clear that they play a vital role in the maintenance of good health. 4 The Most Powerful Foods Jk^B This chapter will be your guide to the most phytochem- 1L!

Shogaol is a phytochemical found in the ginger plant that acts as an antitussive to prevent coughing. It also has anti-inflammatory properties. Silymarin (SIL-lee-MAR-en). Silymarin is classified as a flavonoid phytochemical. It is found in artichokes, as well as in the milk thistle plant. It offers anticancer protection through its ability to act as an antioxidant. In a study done at Case Western Reserve University in Cleveland in 1994, dermatologists applied silymarin at various dose levels to the skin of mice. They then applied known tumor-promoting chemicals.

Prevention's Healing With Vitamins : The Most Effective Vitamin and Mineral Treatments for Everyday Health Problems and Serious Disease The Editors of Prevention Magazine Health Books See book keywords and concepts

The usual dosage is about a half-teaspoon," she says. ginger has no known adverse side effects, she adds. Graze and pick. "Eating frequent light meals that are rich in carbohydrates and low in fat may help your nausea, so it's worth a try," says Dr. Niebyl. "The idea is to always have some easy-to-digest food in your stomach, but not to have a full stomach." That's why eating a few crackers before you get out of bed in the morning helps, she adds. IV! U Li I I r Li Ej LJljLirilVUOlO Til Prescriptions for Healing Here's what some doctots tecommend fot nausea associated with ptegnancy.

Healing Pets With Nature's Miracle Cures Henry Pasternak, D.V.M., C.V.A. See book keywords and concepts

Many other herbs, such as boswellia, ginger, feverfew, and Chinese skull cap, have shown COX-2 inhibition. Spleenic Hemangiosarcomas Spleenic hemangiosarcomas are perhaps the most lethal of the canine cancers. Some of the signs may include acute anemia, list-lessness, enlarged abdomen, and sudden collapse. Hemangiosarcomas of the spleen are quite friable and bleed readily. The patient is at risk of death from an acute hemorrhagic crisis. As soon as the patient is stabilized, spleenectomy must be performed.

The How to Herb Book: Let's Remedy the Situation Velma J. Keith and Monteen Gordon See book keywords and concepts

Fennel, Wild Yam, Peppermint, ginger, Papaya, Catnip, Spearmint, Lobelia. 5. _ Comfrey, Pepsin. (See Intestinal Cleanser) — good for all digestive disorders and for diseases where people need maximum nutrition. Most people suffering from chronic problems also have poor digestion. — after about age 35 our enzyme activity starts to slow down. — enzymes and digestive herbs help prevent cancer. — used as an anti-gas formula, and for heartburn. The synthetic antacid tablets available in the drugstore are alkalis used to neutralize stomach acid.

The Encyclopedia of Psychoactive Plants: Ethnopharmacology and Its Applications Christian Ratsch See book keywords and concepts

Powdered seeds are ingested together with dried seedlings of Cannabis sativa, roots of Laportea crenulata, and roots of ginger [Zingiber officinale) and used as a remedy for pain and cramping (Jain and Borthakur 1986, 579*). In Java, the seeds are placed onto teeth, inserted into cavities, or chewed lightly to relieve dental pain. Datura metel var. alba is also used for numerous purposes in traditional Chinese medicine. Mixed with wine (see Vitis vinifera) and hemp (see Cannabis indica), it is used as a narcotic.

The New Encyclopedia of Vitamins, Minerals, Supplements and Herbs Nicola Reavley See book keywords and concepts

John's wort on the wrist may be useful in relieving the symptoms of carpal tunnel syndrome. ginger {Zingiber officinale) is also anti-inflammatory and may also be useful if applied to the affected area. See page 384 for more information on these herbs and the precautions that may be necessary. Cervical dysplasia is an abnormal growth of tissue in the cervix (the neck or opening of the uterus). Most cases are harmless but sometimes the abnormal cells may become cancerous. In such cases, the average time for progression to cervical cancer is from one to seven years.

Herbal medicine and arthritis Herbal medicines that may be useful in the treatment of arthritis include Devil's claw (Harpagophytum procumbens), celery (Apium graveolens), ginger (Zingiber officinale), parsley (Petroselinum crispum), willow (Salix alba), cayenne (Capsicum annuum), dandelion (Taraxacum officinale), cranberry (Vaccinium macrocarpon), black cohosh (Cimicifuga racemosa), wild yam (Dioscorea villosa) and feverfew (Tanacetum parthenium). See page 384 for more information on these herbs and the precautions that may be necessary.

These include hawthorn (Crataegus oxyacantha), motherwort (Leonurus cardiaca), garlic (Allium sativum), onions (Allium cepa), ginger (Zingiber officinale), gugulipid (Commiphora mukul), cayenne (Capsicum annuum), ginkgo (Ginkgo biloba), yarrow (Achillea millefolium), linden blossom (Tilia europea) and cramp bark (Viburnum opulus). See page 384 for more information on these herbs and the precautions that may be necessary. Carpal tunnel syndrome is a painful disorder of the wrist and hand which is caused by irritation of the median nerve at the wrist.

The New Dictionary of Cultural Literacy: What Every American Needs to Know James Trefil, Joseph F. Kett, and E. D. Hirsch See book keywords and concepts

Rogers, ginger An American actress and dancer of the twentieth century; she danced with Fred Astaire in a famous series of film musicals. Rogers, Will An American humorist of the twentieth century, known for his folksy but sharp social and political commentary. Two statements for which he is remembered are "All I know is just what I read in the papers," and "I never met a man I didn't like." Romanesque (roh-muh-nesk) A style of architecture and art common in Europe between the ninth and twelfth centuries.

Astaire, Fred An American entertainer of the twentieth century; he danced in many film musicals with ginger Rogers, with other partners, and alone. He was admired for his speed and grace, and for his apparently effortless approach to dancing. Audubon, John James (AW-duh-bon) An American artist and naturalist of the nineteenth century. The color illustrations that make up The Birds of America are his best works. "Auld Lang Syne" (awld lang zeyen, seyen) A traditional Scottish song, customarily sung on New Year's Eve; the title means "Time Long Past.

The New Encyclopedia of Vitamins, Minerals, Supplements and Herbs Nicola Reavley See book keywords and concepts

Turmeric (Curcuma longa) A member of the ginger family, turmeric is a commonly used curry spice. It has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, carminative and cholesterol-lowering effects. It is also beneficial for the digestive system. Slippery elm powder is mainly used to treat ulcers and inflammatory conditions of the digestive tract such as gastritis and esophagitis. It can also be used externally to draw and soothe boils, abscesses and bums. Uva ursi (Arctostaphylos uva ursi) Uva ursi, which is also known as bearberry, grows in the northern United States and Europe.

The How to Herb Book: Let's Remedy the Situation Velma J. Keith and Monteen Gordon See book keywords and concepts

Juniper Berries, Parsley, Uva Ursi, Marshmallow, Lobelia, ginger, Goldenseal. — acts as a diuretic, helps cleanse, heal and normalize the kidneys, bladder and urinary passages. — good for infections of the kidney and bladder especially when used with the infection fighting combinations. — taken one hour before bedtime has helped bedwetting problems. — helps dissolve kidney stones. — safe to use as a diuretic during pregnancy for swelling and water retention. — have also been used in place of diuretic drugs (for high blood pressure, water retention, etc.

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Stan Malstrom9 recommends the following herbal recipe for menopause: blessed thistle, squaw vine, raspberry leaves, golden seal, lobelia, gravel root, ginger root, cayenne, parsely and marshmallow root. His herbal contains instructions for use. There are many formulas marketed too: Dr. Christopher's Change-Ease, for example. These are sold in capsules and can be swallowed or dissolved in a cup of tea. Remember to take them on an empty stomach. Raymond Dextreit, in is wonderful book, Our Earth, Our Cure, notes that if menopause occurs after the age of fifty, it's a much easier process.

The How to Herb Book: Let's Remedy the Situation Velma J. Keith and Monteen Gordon See book keywords and concepts

Herb Sources-Alfalfa, Blue Cohosh, Burdock, Capsicum, Cascara, Catnip, Chickweed, Dandelion, Eyebright, Fenugreek, ginger, Goldenseal, Hawthorne, Hops, Kelp, Licorice, Marshmallow, Mullein, Papaya, Red Clover. INOSITOL Water soluble. Part of the B Complex family. It combines with choline to form lecithin. It is one of those vitamins not recognized as essential to human health by the Food and Nutrition Board, however, the body doesn't seem to agree with the board. The human body in its normal state contains more inositol than any other vitamin except for Niacin (Vitamin B3.

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