Foods That Heal

March 2, 2010

Diet For Pellagra Treatment And Prevention

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Pellagra is a rather rare condition and is essentially the result of a lack of vitamin B3 (also known as niacin) in the diet. The condition is also very commonly referred to as the disease of the four D’s – dermatitis, diarrhea, dementia and ...

February 26, 2010

Health Benefits Of Hibiscus Plant And Tea

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The hibiscus plant grows well in hot and humid climates. It is known for its beautiful blossoms, the sepals of which are used to obtain an extract that is used to make herbal tea. This tea is red in color, has a taste like that of cranberry and has ...

February 19, 2010

Diet Food For Treating Hyperglycemia

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Hyperglycemia Diet Diabetics need to keep a constant check on their blood sugar levels. They have to make sure at all times that their blood sugar levels remain steady. Increased blood sugar levels, in a diabetic person, over a prolonged period of ...

February 5, 2010

Chloride in Diet

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What is Chloride? A chloride is chemically defined as a two chlorine ions in a compound. Understanding their use in the body also requires and understanding of the compound chlorine as well. Chlorine is actually cytotoxic to humans, meaning that it ...

February 2, 2010

Benefits of Virgin Coconut Oil

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There are very few oils that have as many health benefits as organic virgin coconut oil does. Whether promoting weight loss, lowering bad cholesterol levels, stimulating thyroid function, making teeth and hair healthier, or clearing the skin, virgin ...

January 29, 2010

Lemon Health Benefits

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The lemon is one of the most underrated fruits available to man. It is also one of the most easily available fruits. Lemons are used to prepare lemonade, used as an additive to alcoholic drinks, used as a stain remover, used as air fresheners and ...

January 29, 2010

Fruits For Stomach Disorders And Ailments

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“An apple a day keeps the doctor away” is a well-known adage that most of us have grown with. Recently conducted research shows us that this saying is far more relevant today than we consider it to be. Most of us are already aware that it is ...

January 29, 2010

Foods to Prevent GERD and IBS

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It is estimated that more than 42 million people visit their doctor each year complaining about some type of gastrointestinal problem. Gastrointestinal disorders can manifest themselves in symptoms ranging from mild stomach upsets to ...

January 29, 2010

Health Benefits of Fruits and Vegetable Juice

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Juices are beneficial to the body as the body digests juices better then whole fruits or vegetables. Juices are prepared by squeezing the fruit or vegetable, without the use of heat or additives. This preserves all the nutritional benefits of the ...

January 28, 2010

Sodium Deficiency Causes And Symptoms

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Sodium is one more mineral that is vital for the smooth functioning of the body. Maintaining the right level and amount of Sodium in our body is equivalent to maintaining our balance while walking on a tight rope. This is because there are very few ...