Simple Health Cures

   Your body was designed very specifically. Your car was designed very specifically. How do you take care of your car? Most everyone is very careful in changing the oil, changing the air filters, changing the spark plugs, keeping the air in the tires, putting quality gasoline in the tank etc. We know for a fact that the better yo care for your car, the longer it will last. you can put a mix of gas and water in the tank to save money and ignores changing the oil and the air filters, but what will happen? Eventually the car breaks down, sooner than expected. if only you would consider better preventative maintenance.

   When it comes to health, it is hard to sell prevention. If you ignore the way your body was designed, it will fail. It may start failing slowly as you begin to complain about constipation, joint pain and general fatigue, or it may just completely break down all at once. You may accept this as “life” or “aging.” Regardless of any test, procedure, massage, acupuncture, supplements or other healing modalities available, the most important thing to your health is learning how to eat how you were designed.

   Here is a very brief lesson about the human body. Your body has 75 trillions cells. your body reproduce 150 billion brand cells very single day. These cells do not come out of thin air. They are constructed based on the availability and quality of nutrients available in your body. Aging is very simple the loss of more cells than your body is able to reproduce optimally. Almost everyone is lacking in vital nutrients needed to replicate healthy cells on a daily basis.

   It’s a no brainier that soda, fast food, cookies, cakes, candy, processed packaged foods, cigarettes, alcohol, pharmaceutical drugs, hormone and antibiotic loaded meat, homogenized and pasteurized dairy products and the over 70,000 chemicals in our food supply are not building blocks to efficiently produce 150 billions new cells each day. So how fast are you aging?

   Have you ever heard the phrase, “You are what you eat?” Are you consciously aware of the foods you put in your mouth each and every day? Do ask yourself,”Are the foods I’m eating close to God’s original design, therefore providing life?” Or, ” Are they heavily processed and poisoned by big business, therefore void of life?” Yes, you will never be prefect and nobody expects you to be.But make quality foods choices the rule and not the exception. Take the garbage out of your daily life, and only indulge on very special occasions. Eventually you will find yourself only choosing life, with rare exception. When you provide quality foods to your body based on its design, you feel amazing, energetic and full of life! Who doesn’t want that?

   So how are you designed? The human body is designed to eat raw fruits, vegetables, nuts and seeds. I am not a vegetarian myself, and I am not promoting vegetarianism. However, Americans eat too much meat! It is a fact that disease went through the roof with heart disease, diabetes and cancer after the industrial revolution when we switched from primarily a plant-based diet to a meat-based diet. Watch a movie call Eating that provides convincing evidence to this fact. We are not loins. Lions have razor sharp canine teeth, very short intestinal tracts and produce large amounts of hydrochloric acid. They are carnivores, designed to eat lots of meat. Humans are not.

   If you learn nothings else from reading this article, please consider reducing your meat intake. For your health and for the sake of your family members, this might be the most important step you take towards better health. If you worried about not getting enough protein, forget it. That is a lie perpetuated by the beef industry and you are brainwashed. The largest animals on the planet with the biggest muscles and the strongest bones are all vegetarians. Here are some quick guidelines for you:

   1. Choose quality meat, only from humanely raised 100 percent grass fed beef, free range, cage free chickens and eggs, fresh fish (wild or farmed is a whole other article) and wild game such as bison, elk, deer, duck etc. Go to the farmers market and talk to people!

   2. with each meal eat no more than a portion of meat that would fit in the palm of your hand, about 4oz.

   3. Eat meat no more than one meal per day maximum, and ideally shoot for meat only twice weekly.

   4. Do not combine meat with starches )like breads, french fries, beans etc.) Instead only eat your meat with vegetables. The meal should be 80 percent veggies and 20 percent meat. If you do this you will avoid digestive problems like gas, bloating, acid reflux and heartburn.

   Processed foods is a 20Th century invention. Along with massive meat consumption, processed food was not a part of human history anywhere on the globe since the beginning. couple that with the invention of over 70,000 different chemicals and you have a recipe for death. And that is exactly what is happening to Americans. The first symptom of a heart attack means death for 50 percent of its unfortunate recipients.

   I am not promoting extremes. I am not advocating you to eat a certain way, become a vegetarian, a vegan or a raw foodist. I am asking you to use commons sense. Think about how humans have eaten for thousands of years. Think about how your body is designed to eat. Think about what has happened to our culture and our environment over the last, very brief 100 years. Awareness and consciousness starts with you. Your consciousness led you to read this article right now, so I encourage you to act on it! With all my blessing and to your vibrant health!

Vaughn Lawrence is a Naturopath, Herbalists and Nutritional Consultant. Vaughn takes on the challenge of educating people that health is a lifestyle and not a quick fix, band-aid or a magic pill.

   One thing that ails a lot of people today, especially women, is osteoporosis and other bones problems. Although it has been advocated that people who suffer from bone diseases should drink milk to increase calcium intake, question are raised about the effects of fruits and vegetable to bone health. Here we will try to answer this question.

   The Common Knowledge:

   It is widely understood that poor nutrition can lead to the bones becoming brittle and weak. The bones needs calcium to grow and develop. Calcium is found mostly in milk and yogurt. This is why for many years, people were advised to take milk to strengthen the bones. However, findings to recent studies show that fruits and vegetables are also rich in calcium. Some of these fruits and vegetables are broccoli, oranges, yam, and carrots. Over the years, research has shown an increasing prominence in the role of fruits and vegetables to bone health. True enough, there is a positive link between green nutrition and the bone.

   Another common notion is that the bone needs vitamin D. This is why many parents take their babies out in the early morning, they want the babies to absorb vitamin D through sunlight. Although there is nothing wrong with these beliefs, there is a new approach to bone development and maintenance that can change a person’s overall nutritional approach when it comes to bone health. This approach is through balancing the alkaline and acid content of the body.

   Acid-Alkali Balance And Bone Health:

   In many studies, it has been revealed that a diet that is rich in protein causes the body to exceed the ideal acidity level limit. Protein is taken mostly from meat and cereal and the body uses this not to fuel energy but to heal damaged cells. With the increase of protein content in the body. Since the bone has the most amount of calcium, the body forces the bone to give up its calcium to counter the acidity content. This makes the bone lose its natural supplement and causes it to get weak and brittle. This process by which the bone gives out calcium is called bone resorption. As this happens, the bone is more susceptible to breaking and fractures.

   The Role Of Fruits And Vegetables:

   With a consistent and rich diet of fruits and vegetables, the body gets more alkali elements in the form of bicarbonate. The body will therefore reduce the process of bone resorption because there is enough amount of alkali elements that will counter the acidity content of the body. The bone calcium is no longer going to be the primary source of alkali and the bone can be left alone doing its business.

   This is why eating a lot fruits and vegetables is good for the bone: they are rich in alkali elements and they significantly balance the acid content of the body. On the other hand, meat is bad because this is the very source of protein that increase the acidity levels of the body, causing the body to react in ways possible to balance the two elements.

   So many books have been written about nutrition and this has caused alot of myths in the world of weight loss. A lot of people have been led to believe false practices and to their dismay, they later realize that what they do actually poses more danger to their health. Nutrition is a vital aspect of a person/s existence and longevity so below we will be discussing things that work and do not work as far as nutrition is concerned.

   What Works: Eat Three Times A Day: Eating three times a day it just the minimum expectation. Many people have the false practices and to their dismay, they later realize that what they do actually poses more danger to their health. Nutrition is a vital aspect of a person’s existence and longevity so below we will be discussing things that work and do not work as far as nutrition is concerned.

    What Works: Eat More Fruits and Vegetables: We all know how fruits and vegetables play a great role in our health and physical development. Many fruits have high content of antioxidants that help ward off cancer. Many vegetables are also rich in protein and they are good substitutes for meat. Fruits and Vegetables can fulfill your nutrition needs without risking high cholesterol and fat levels.

   What Doesn’t Work: Calorie Counting: Many people are led to believe that the lesser calorie you eat, the faster and more efficient you will lose weight and fat. Calorie counting leads you to eating less. When this happens, your brain goes into starvation mode and you are forced to eat more. Besides, starving yourself by reducing mistake of counting the calorie content of the food they eat. What really matters is portion control and eating only what your body requires.

   What Doesn’t Work: Do Anything with Fats: The body needs fat, too. there are actually two types of fat, the bad fat and the good fat. The bad fat is the kind of fat that is converted into cholesterol and is not converted into energy or fuel. This is the fat makes a person gain weight. The good fat is the kind of fat that is converted into energy and is therefore important. this kind of fat is found in fish and olive oil in the form of omega-3 fatty acids.

   Now that you know these basic things, you need to seriously consider these and ask yourself if you are doing the right thing. The reason people lose weight is because they are in full control of their food consumption. This means that they do not eat more than what their body needs.

   Contrary to what many believe, healthy eating is not all about cutting down on food. Nutritional diet is all about controlling what to take and controlling the portions of what you eat. Many people on diet also limit their food intake because they do not want to get sick. Nutrition for illness is simply about choosing the right combination of foods that will help you prevent diseases and illnesses. This means that you must eat foods rich in the nutrients that your body needs to combat viruses and bacteria.

   Make Your Diet Colorful With Fruits; A nutritional diet is made up of lots and lots of fruits. The reason behind this is very simple fruits are the foundation of a great health. Fruits have very low calorie content and they are very rich in minerals, vitamins, fiber, and antioxidants. They are proven to help prevent cancer and ward off viruses and bacteria. At the very least, you need to eat five portions of fruits in your diet everyday.

   Pack Your Diet With Vegetables; Vegetables are your ultimate source magnesium, iron, zinc, and vitamins. These are only some of the things that fruits cannot give. Eating a lot of vegetables will guarantee longevity. A diet that has high vegetable content is also proven to prevent heart diseases and improve the respiratory system. Your blood circulation is also going to flow freely as you eat more green vegetables like broccoli, mustard, and dark lettuce. Sweet vegetables on the other hand, are great to sweeten and add life to your dishes. This also reduces your craving for sweet food like pastries and cakes.

   Get Good Carbs From Grains; Carbohydrate is not all that bad. The body needs carbohydrates as a source of energy and it is imperative that you have an adequate supply of carbohydrates daily. There are sources of carbohydrates that are also great sources of fiber. These foods are rich in antioxidants and phytochemicals that help prevent cancer. Just make sure you eat healthy carbs in the form of whole grains and beans. These foods will help you fell full and will therefore make you eat less, which means you are controlling your weight and eating just enough at the same time.

   Rid yourself Of Bad Fat; The common misconception is that fat is bad, well, that is partly true. There are actually two types of fat, the bad and the good. Good fat is the kind of fat that the body can convert to energy or fuel. This fat does not get stuck in the arteries. Good fat nourish the brain, the hair, nails, cell walls, and skin. Your bests source of good fat is olive oil and food rich in omega-3 fatty acids, mainly fish like tuna. Bad fat, on the other hand, are fats that the body cannot convert into energy. Bad fats ends up building up as solid materials that clog the arteries. eventually, this condition or accumulation of bad fat leads to high cholesterol levels in the blood which results to heart attacks.

   Time and time again people are torn apart what to eat. Should a person eat more fruits and vegetables.

There is no definite answer to that so we will leave it up to you. Each person has his own health concerns so below are the top 10 fruits and vegetables that will benefit you the most.

   Apples, The old adage that says”An apple a day keeps the doctor away” is true. Apple are very rich in vitamin C and one apple has more antioxidants than a vitamin C tablet with a dose of 1500 mg. It is also very rich in photochemically that help prevent cancer. This should be the number one fruit in your diet.

  Strawberry, Who does not love these red sweet? Like papaya and apple, strawberries are great source of vitamin C. It is also rich in vitamin B complex and it has high omega-3 fatty acids that reduce the risk of heart disease.

   Avocado, The avocado is a very delicious fruit that has more than 23 essential vitamins and minerals. Aside from vitamins A,B,c and E, avocados are very rich in lutein, a nutrient that maintains clear vision. Avocados also have high content of fiber, which aids in digestion.

   Papaya, Called “the fruit of angels,” this lovely yellow fruit is also very good source of vitamin C. Apart from this, papaya can do wonders for the skin due to its high vitamin E content.

   Kiwi, The kiwi fruit has as much potassium as bananas. Rich in vitamin A and E, it is also a good source of omega-3 fatty acid. Just like the strawberry, kiwi can help reduce the risks of heart disease.

   Carrots, True enough, beta-carotene is what this vegetables brags about. Beta-carotene is one great antioxidant that the body converts into vitamin A which helps develop the eyesight and prevent vision problems.

   Beans, Beans have a much higher protein content than any other known vegetable in the planet. A staple food in some countries, beans have high content of calcium, fiber, and iron. For eating beans, you are actually supplementing the needs of your bones, blood, and digestive system.

   Asparagus, If what you want is a vegetable that will help aid in reducing depression and inflammation, asparagus is for you. Known for its high content of vitamin B6 and folic acid, asparagus is also a great vegetable to help reduce weight without compromising nutrition. This is because each stalk of asparagus only has 4 grams of calories.

   Broccoli, If you do not want to get cancer, eat broccoli. This vegetable is very rich in in doles. In doles are chemicals that help reduce harmful estrogen’s that can cause tumors in the body. This is also the richest source of iron among all vegetables.

   Green Leafy Vegetables, As early as childhood, we have all been told to eat these leaves. This is because they are great providers of multiple vitamins such as vitamin A,B,C,E,D, lutein, folate, and beta-carotene. A consistent diet including green leafy vegetables proved to be able to help reduce the risk of cancer, heart disease, and improve skin condition and pregnancy health.

   Weight reduction is a many-splendid thing. The problem is that a lot of people have made weight loss so complicated that it becomes so tedious. Here we present to you the 10 simplest activities that will definitely help you reduce weight.

   Get Physical: You do not have to enroll in a gym to exercise. There are so many activities that you can do to help you burn these fats. For example, you can walk daily or you can take the stairs instead of the elevator, especially if you only work at the third or fourth floor.

   Eat Fruits: Fruits are very powerful sources of nutrients and vitamins. Fresh fruits will supply your body the energy that it needs without you having to stuff yourself with meat and unhealthy fatty foods. Fresh fruits will also improve your fiber intake and thus help the body’s digestive process. Remember to eat fresh fruits and not processed fruits in can that are rich in sugar and artificial preservatives.

   Eat with Intelligence: We are all capable of logical thinking. This means that before you put something in your mouth, think carefully how the food will affect your health. Many people make the mistake of eating just about whatever they want and wonder why they are gaining weight. Control that sweet tooth and control your food intake.

   Balance Your Diet: It is not true that you should avoid carbohydrates to lose weight. What you have to do is to balance your diet. Your diet should be comprised of 50% carbohydrates, 30% proteins, and only 20% of fat.

   Do Not Skip Meals: Skipping meals will only make you hungrier and therefore eat in bigger portions. You do not have to skip meals but you have to control the portion    or serving size of each meal.

   Only Eat When You Are Hungry: Time and time again friends will invite you out for lunch and for snacks that are not really part of your daily meal. These little add-ons in your diet are the same things that will boost your weight. Only eat when you are hungry because it is your body telling you to do so. Do not eat when you are sad, depressed, or if you are bored. Control the food you eat when watching television.

    Get Into Water Therapy: People undermine the power of water in weight loss. The truth is that our body needs lots of water to be able to facilitate all the different processes and functions to stay healthy. Water has no calorie content and it will make you feel fit and healthy, thus reducing the temptation of gorging on food. It will also make you less hungry and so you will eat less.

   Get Rid of the Sweets: If you have a sweet tooth, you better start controlling it now. Drinking coffee with lots of cream and sugar can also make you gain weight. If you have the habit out sipping chocolate, reduce the frequency of this activity because these are the very things that add weight to your body.

   Stop Eating Fried: Fried foods are fatty. These foods that you should definitely avoid, regardless of the type of oil used. Even if the oil was drained on paper towels, the food has already absorbed so much fat inside.

   Exercise Regularly: 30 minutes to one hour of exercise a week will do wonders to make you lose weight. you do not have to go heavy duty on body building or body fitness. Simple cardio exercises will significantly burn fats and improve your muscle tone and strength.

   When your mother told you to finish your vegetables she was right. More and more studies are proving that the five helpings of fruits and vegetables through the day can contribute a great deal to the health of the body. Especially if that is the body of a person suffering from diabetes.

   Eating green leafy vegetables such as spinach, cabbage, broccoli, kale and sprouts can cut the risk of developing diabetes by 14%. These vegetables are rich in minerals such as magnesium and have great amounts of antioxidants which have been shown to lower the level of diabetes risk.

   The researchers at the University of Leicester compared six studies which involved the consumption of green leafy vegetables amongst the subjects. The main message that evolved was that the consumption of five portions of fruits and vegetables each day was especially important to those interested in avoiding diabetes.

   The review was published in the British Medical Journal and studied more than 200,000 people between the ages of 30 and 74. They were residents of United states, China and Finland. I believe there is a cure  Of course why will they tell us. Then they wouldn’t get all those millions dollars a year of people suffering. So  the best thing people can do is to cut the risk of developing the disease by eating these green leafy vegetables on a regular basis.

   It’s no wonder so many Americans suffer from constipation. Our diet of meat and processed food contains little fiber. Most of us are lucky if we’ve getting half of the 30 grams of fiber that we should each day. Without the bulk in our diet, it can make bowel movements practically immovable.

   Our digestive tract was designed for unprocessed plant foods that are loaded with dietary fiber, beans, leafy greens, fresh and dried fruits, vegetables and whole grains. High levels of dietary fiber increase both the frequency and quantity of bowel movements, decreasing the transit time of stool’s as well as the absorption of toxins from the stool.

   Drink at least eight to twelve 8-oz glasses of clean water per day. Hard, dry stools are a classic sign of dehydration. A good rule of thumb is to drink a glass of water when you wake up and then every hour after that.

   Try adding some wheat or barley grass to your daily routine. Mix two to three teaspoon of a nutrients rich blend of dehydrated wheat or barley grass in water and have another serving later in the day. These drinks have a restorative action on the intestinal tract and are especially good for constipation.

   As a supplement to a healthy, high-fiber diet, bran and prunes are particularly effective in relieving constipation. Whole prunes and prune juice possess good laxative effects. Eight ounces is usually an effective dose. A similar amount of aloe vera juice is also helpful.

   Vitamin C rich foods can help as well as they help with food and nutrient absorption. Try parsley, broccoli, bell pepper, strawberries, oranges, lemon juice, papaya, cauliflower, kale, mustard greens, and Brussels sprouts, as they’re all great sources of Vitamin C.

   There are many underlying physical and psychological causes of erectile dysfunction. reduced blood flows to the penis and nerve damage are two of the most common physical causes. Underlying conditions associated with erectile dysfunction include vascular disease, diabetes, drugs, hormone disorders, neurolgical disorders, pelvic trauma, surgery, radiation therapy, a venous leak or psychological conditions. A lack of zinc can interfere with the maturation of the reproductive organs, as well as interfere with reproductive functions and processes. It can contribute to impotence. Chronic diarrhea, poor appetite, and thus significant weight loss of the unhealthy and undesirable sort, hair loss, and the slow healing of wounds are all associated with zinc deficiencies. So, too are open sores on the skin and in the mouth, strange tastes in the mouth, and inefficient or reduced mental functioning, especially cognitive processes. So be sure to include lots of zinc rich foods in your diet, including red meat, fortified cereals, oysters, almonds, peanuts, chickpeas, soy foods, and dairy products.

   Zinc is vital to many internal processes and supports immune function, reproduction, and the nervous system.

   It’s also imperative to include other vitamins and minerals in your diet, as they may also help improve erectile dysfunction. Be sure to eat whole, fresh, unrefined, and unprocessed foods. Include fruits (lots of richly pigmented berries to support vascular integrity), vegetables, whole grains, soy, beans, seeds, nuts, olive oil, and cold water fish ( salmon, tuna, sardines, halibut and mackerel. Avoid sugar, dairy products, refined foods, fried foods, junk foods and caffeine). If you’ve found in the past that you’re sensitive to certain kinds of foods, eliminate them from your diet, as it could be a contributing factor to erectile dysfunction. Also be sure to drink plenty of water. a good rule of thumb is to drink 50% of your body weight in ounces of water daily. Try to avoid alcohol and smoking as they can have a negative impact om erectile function.

   Erectile dysfunction may be chronic or recurring, or it may occur as a single isolated incident. In the past, it was assumed that impotence was primarily a psychological problem, but many therapists and physicians today believe the majority of all cases of impotence have some physical basis.

   Many people think popping a multi- vitamin supplement to get their nutrients is just as good as what comes from real foods. They don’t realize that it is far better to get vitamins and minerls from natural foods and juices. Our bodies utilize the vitamins and minerals from real foods more effeiciently. And most people find it much easier to select a variety of whole foods they enjoy eating instead of trying to make heads or tails of the entire selection of vitamin and mineral supplements that are available. And any of us who’ve swallowed a multi-vitamin or a mineral can say without a doubl that the taste leaves a lot to be desired.

   Supplements are also difficult for our bodies to break down and use, making it difficult to get the full punch from the vitamin and mierals they contains. Conversely, by consuming plenty of nutrients-dense food to get the equivalent means the nutrients are going to be easier for the body to process and utilize, and less likely to be wasted. We are also processing nutrients throughtout the course of the day when we obtain them from food, instead of just getting them from the “one a day” approach.

   Many of the supplements available today use fillers and binders to hold them together, plus coating on the tablets themselves. These are products the body does not need and will not use. Some people find they are allergic to the dyes and fillers used in vitamin pills. However, the body uses the fiber that binds fruit and vegetables. Often the “skin” of a vegetable. like a potato, is the most nutritious part. In addition, sometimes the vitamin and mineral supplements can upset our stomachs, making taking them even more difficult the next day. In many cases, combining supplements can counteract their effectiveness and can produce stomach upset when dealing with the taste and smell of some supplements. On the other hand, a variety of fruits and vegetables enhance the flavor of a nutritious meal and their fiber aids digestion.

   If you’re looking to lose weight, eating fresh food is vital to a weight loss plan. Also, eating fresh fruits and vegetables helps hair, skin and teeth stay attractive and healthy. And when you think about it, fruits and vegetables are the original “to go” food. It’s simple to grab for an orange, apple, banana, grapes, or quickly toss a feww vegetable together for a salad to take to work.

   So when you’re looking for well-balanced, healthy, reliable-nutrition, don’t reach for the bottle. Reach for the food!