Foods that Heal- A Brief Overview

More and more research studies are showing that a variety of foods have the ability to heal the body thanks to the abundance of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants that many of them contain. Not only that but also many foods are ancient folk cures for a multitude of ailments. For example parsley is believed to be better than mouthwash as a breath freshener while licorice is beneficial for people suffering from colds, coughs and the flu. Lemonade is said to get rid of hiccups while cucumber can be cut into slices and placed on the eyes to reduce bags under the eyes after a late night. The interior peel of the cucumber can also be used to rub over the face in order to clean the face and make it feel toned and fresh.

Lemon can be mixed with olive oil and drank on a daily basis. All that is required is one organic or unwaxed lemon mixed with one tablespoon of olive oil (preferably extra virgin olive oil) and also a glass to a glass and a half of water whether it be spring water, filtered water or even regular tap water. This drink is an excellent detoxifier for the gallbladder and lemon and can be consumed one hour before eating, preferably first thing in the morning. This lemon/olive oil drink is particularly beneficial for individuals who suffer from gallstones or who are underweight. Lemons are also excellent for combating cancer, projecting the circulatory system, controlling blood pressure, as well as smoothing and toning the skin. Back in history lemons help to prevent the disease of scurvy. Olive oil is helpful to health in its own right. Olive oil helps to protect the heart and it encourages weight loss and helps to combat cancer. Olive oil, like lemons is good for the skin and it is beneficial for those who suffer from diabetes.

Food Cures At a Glance Chinese Cure Food Bran is also beneficial to increase the amount of bulk that makes up the stools. Not everyone is aware of this and researchers have no idea why it works but hot coffee, whether it be decaffeinated or regular helps to treat constipation. If you are constipated uncommon awakening drink six ounces but make sure you do so on an empty stomach so drink the coffee before you eat your breakfast.

Onions and garlic are the queen and king in the vegetable kingdom respectively and it is no surprise whatsoever as both are extremely beneficial to the functioning of the human body. Onions help to decrease the risk of a person suffering a heart attack and they lower cholesterol and help to combat cancer. Not only that but onions are an antifungal agent and are very beneficial at killing bacteria. Garlic does many of the same things as onions do. Garlic lowers cholesterol levels and it controls blood pressure. Garlic is also an effective defense against cancer and it kills bacteria and fights the development of fungus in the body.

If you enjoy eating grapes then you are in luck because grapes are good for the eyes and help to get rid of kidney stones. Grapes are also cancer fighters and they protect the circulatory system and encourage the proper flow of body throughout the body.

Grapefruit at breakfast and is an excellent way to start the day. Grapefruit protects a person from suffering a heart attack and it reduces the threat of strokes. Grapefruit also lowers cholesterol, it combats the development of prostrate cancer in men and it is effective for those attempting to drop a few (or many pounds).

New Food Cures

01/25/2012
Woman blinded and paralysed by food allergies can only eat vegetables
Paralysed and blinded by massive food allergies, Bunmi Sobowale can now only eat vegetables.

Woman blinded and paralysed by food allergies can only eat vegetables

01/25/2012
Woman blinded and paralysed by food allergies
PARALYSED and blinded by massive food allergies, Bunmi Sobowale can now only eat vegetables.

Woman blinded and paralysed by food allergies

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Keeping the magic in the bullet
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Keeping the magic in the bullet

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Lawmaker authors bill outlawing human fetuses in food
OKLAHOMA CITY -- An Oklahoma lawmaker's bizarre proposal at the State Capitol is asking for a ban on fetuses being used for food testing. Senator Ralph Shortey (R - Dist. 44) has introduced House Bill 1418, which "prohibits the manufacture or sale of food or products which use aborted human fetuses."

Lawmaker authors bill outlawing human fetuses in food

01/17/2012
What cures your cold can also kill your pet
If you are too cold to be outside without a coat, your dog probably is too. If your cat eats just one of your acetaminophen cold or flu pills, it could be fatal.

What cures your cold can also kill your pet

01/25/2012
Woman blinded and paralysed by food allergies can only eat vegetables
Paralysed and blinded by massive food allergies, Bunmi Sobowale can now only eat vegetables.

Woman blinded and paralysed by food allergies can only eat vegetables

01/25/2012
Woman blinded and paralysed by food allergies can only eat vegetables
Paralysed and blinded by massive food allergies, Bunmi Sobowale can now only eat vegetables.

Woman blinded and paralysed by food allergies can only eat vegetables

01/25/2012
Woman blinded and paralysed by food allergies
PARALYSED and blinded by massive food allergies, Bunmi Sobowale can now only eat vegetables.

Woman blinded and paralysed by food allergies