Let's Hear it for Healing Fruits and Vegetables (Part Two)
With all the talk of how fruits and vegetables can heal, you cannot ever really eat too many of either.
With all the talk of how fruits and vegetables can heal, you cannot ever really eat too many of either. Legumes do not always receive the attention that they so richly deserve. Legumes are a part of the vegetable family and they include such foods as peas, beans, soybeans and lentils.
Legumes are a must for healthy meals because they are rich in both fiber as well as folate. Legumes are translated into a complete protein when they are combines with any variety of whole grains such as barley, oats, wheat and rice.
In case you did not already know, legumes are full of phytochemicals, lignans, isoflavones, phytosterols and saponins. Legumes are believed to help to prevent the onset of colon cancer, prostate cancer and breast cancer.
One type of legume is soybeans and soybeans are rich in substances that destroy vitamin B-1, vitamin D and beta-carotene. Both peas as well as beans combine a compound that is anti-vitamin D in nature.
Due to these things it is recommended that the consumption of legumes is balanced as sufficiently as possible with the consumption of yellow vegetables, dark green vegetables, fresh fruits and whole grain cereals in order to make sure an individual receives an adequate amount of beta-carotene and vitamin B-12.
Food Cures At a Glance
Food Allergy Cure
Although these vegetables are extremely good for the human body they get a bad rap due to their strong sulfur odor and the way they leave your breath smelling after eating them. Nevertheless foods such as onions and garlic are excellent at fighting a variety of bacteria and viruses. The phytochemical allylic sulfides are found in these types of vegetables and they are effective at blocking the toxins that develop as a result of a variety of viruses and bacteria.
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Recent findings from a study at the University of Illinois showed that the phytochemical saponins that are found in plentiful supply in navy beans, soybeans and garbanzo beans help to greatly decrease the risk of colon cancer developing.
Research studies looking at women in China and Japan have noted that these women eat a great deal of isoflavones which are found in chickpeas, soybeans and a number of other kinds of legumes and as ac result they suffer from less cases of osteoporosis and heart disease and also suffer less symptoms of menopause than do women who live in the western world who do not consume as many legumes on a consistent basis.
It is believed that the high soluble fiber found in legumes helps to lower levels of LDL or "bad cholesterol." It is well documented by medical studies that soybeans, kidney beans, lima beans, navy beans and a selection of other legumes can aid in lowering cholesterol as long as they are eaten on a more or less regular basis. It is believed that legumes are helpful because they are high in fiber but also because they contain a substance called pectin.
In one study conducted by Doctor James W. Anderson of the University of Kentucky College of Medicine in Lexington, the male participants were instructed to eat one and a half cps of cooked beans on a daily basis. In only three weeks it was shown that the men's cholesterol levels had decreased by 20 percent.
If eating and/or cooking with legumes is unfamiliar to you then go to the library and find a cookbook to help you learn. Another option is to check over the Internet for some advice on cooking as well as some recipes that you could add legumes to. Think health but also variety when you prepare healthy meals for yourself and your loved ones!
Companion Remedies for General Health
Hi-Rite - Maintain blood pressure within the healthy range and promote cardiovascular health
Aqua-Rite - Promote water balance and support the cardiovascular system
Cholesto-Rite - Support healthy cholesterol levels & cardiovascular health
Cardio-Klenz - A newly developed micro-nutriment designed to help artery and heart health.
Choest-Natural - To help you safely and naturally address the problem of high cholesterol AND also help to reduce triglycerides.
Circu-Live - Promote healthy circulation
Immunity Plus - For full immune system support
Managing Stress & Anxiety - A recent study showed that medical students who learned techniques used in this program significantly reduced stress. And blood samples revealed their immune systems became stronger the more they practiced the techniques!
Detox Drops - Promote elimination of toxins and naturally flush out the system
KiddieBoost - Support healthy immune functioning in children
Viral-Protec - an excellent formula, helping give your immune system that extra 'edge' when it is needed.
MindSoothe - Promotes balanced mood and feelings, as well as healthy levels of serotonin and other neurotransmitters
PureCalm - Aids nervous system in stress resistance for balanced moods and feelings of well being
Serenite Plus - Promotes healthy sleep and peaceful nights
AdaptoZen - Herbal adaptogens to support a healthy ph balance in the body
Bio-Oxidate Defense - Natural herbal antioxidant supplement to support the common aging process
Pre-Party Protect - Natural remedy to support healthy routine liver cleanses and optimal liver health
VitaliTonic - Natural vitality remedy to support healthy energy for older adults
New Food Cures
12/01/2008
In search of cures for the winter blues (Deseret Morning News)
Like a lot of people, I get depressed in the winter, which makes me very grateful that I didn't grow up in Finland.
In search of cures for the winter blues (Deseret Morning News)
12/03/2008
Dietitian, Nutritionist, Food Advisor, Do You Know The Difference? (Medical News Today)
Health Professions Council and British Dietetic Association launch joint media awareness campaign. The Health Professions Council (HPC) and the British Dietetic Association (BDA) have launched a joint campaign to raise awareness of the role of 'dietitians' and warn consumers against seeking advice from unregulated and inappropriately qualified sources.
Dietitian, Nutritionist, Food Advisor, Do You Know The Difference? (Medical News Today)
12/03/2008
Food & Drink (MetroActive)
Andy's Orchard is arguably the premier rare fruit grower in the county. Owner Andy Mariani grows hundreds of varieties of cherry, peach, plum, nectarine, apricot and other stone fruits on 28 acres just west of the Anderson Reservoir. The best time of year to visit is the summer.
Food & Drink (MetroActive)
12/02/2008
Head cook dishes meals to inmates (The Morning Sun)
Louise Maybee has spent nearly 30 years in the food service industry.
Head cook dishes meals to inmates (The Morning Sun)
12/03/2008
Dietitian, Nutritionist, Food Advisor, Do You Know The Difference? (Medical News Today)
Health Professions Council and British Dietetic Association launch joint media awareness campaign. The Health Professions Council (HPC) and the British Dietetic Association (BDA) have launched a joint campaign to raise awareness of the role of 'dietitians' and warn consumers against seeking advice from unregulated and inappropriately qualified sources.
Dietitian, Nutritionist, Food Advisor, Do You Know The Difference? (Medical News Today)
12/03/2008
Food & Drink (MetroActive)
Andy's Orchard is arguably the premier rare fruit grower in the county. Owner Andy Mariani grows hundreds of varieties of cherry, peach, plum, nectarine, apricot and other stone fruits on 28 acres just west of the Anderson Reservoir. The best time of year to visit is the summer.
Food & Drink (MetroActive)
12/04/2008
Students fight dawn, raise money (Colorado State Collegian)
Tonight, students throughout CSU will sacrifice a night of sleep to raise money and awareness for the children of St. Jude Children's Research Hospital, who struggle daily to survive.
Students fight dawn, raise money (Colorado State Collegian)
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