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Published on Leave a comment on A Vital Nutrient Has Key Role In Keeping Our Body Clocks Running On Time

From ScienceDaily.Com

THIS IS A WONDERFUL DISCOVERY! MOST PEOPLE DON'T HAVE ENOUGH OF THIS NUTRIENT IN THEIR DIET DUE TO OVERUSE OF COMMERCIAL NPK FERTILISERS WHICH HAVE DONE US NO FAVOURS IN DIFFERENT RESPECTS. SOME OF YOU HAVE HEARD OF THE TERM 'SLEEP CLOCK' MOST OF US ARE NOT AWARE THERE ARE 'BODY CLOCKS' THAT PERFORM DIFFERENT ROLES AND WHEN THEY RUN WELL, IT FARES WELL WITH OUR HEALTH - ESPECIALLY FOR SLEEP AND THIS IS WHEN OUR BODY CLOCKS PLAY THEIR LEADING ROLES IN RENEWING OUR BODY SYSTEMS FOR ENERGY ETC IN CYCLES EACH 24 HOURS. THEY DO THEIR MOST IMPORTANT WORK AT NIGHT WHEN WE'RE SLEEPING. NATURALLY, IT IS GOING TO BENEFIT OUR HEALTH TO LOOK AFTER THEM. SHALL WE SEE WHAT Science Daily HAS TO SAY?

An essential mineral in our diets has an unexpected role in helping living things remain adapted to the rhythms of night and day, scientists have found.

Magnesium helps control how cells keep their own form of time to cope with the natural environmental cycle of day and night.

The discovery in cells is expected to be linked to whole body clocks which influence daily cycles -- or circadian rhythms -- of sleeping and waking, hormone release, body temperature and other important body functions in people.…

Published on Leave a comment on New Research: Regular Exercise Reduces Cataract Risk And Other Eye Conditions

by Helen Carter, Journalist, Optometry Australia 2020

Another great reason to keep up physical exercise has now been added to the list. Several studies have provided evidence that regular physical exercise reduces the risk of age-related cataracts.

Regular Exercise Proves Beneficial For Eyesight

Australian and Chinese researchers analysed data from six different studies of more than 171,000 people looking at how exercise reduces oxidative damage in the eye. The studies included 19,173 cases of cataract. Participants from America, the UK and Sweden were followed for six to 12 years.

The research found that exercise appears helpful in cataract prevention, as well as being beneficial for other eye conditions including possibly reducing risks of developing glaucoma and age-related macular degeneration (AMD), plus delaying progression of AMD and diabetic retinopathy.

Researchers found a 10 per cent reduction in age-related cataracts among people who engaged in regular physical activity such as walking and cycling. And they said the risk of developing cataracts could potentially decrease by two per cent for every hour of cycling or jogging.

The researchers from the University of South Australia and Xi’an Jiatong University, China, published their findings in the International Journal of Ophthalmology.…

Published on Leave a comment on Eliminating The SECRET TOXIN Affecting Our Brain – Guess What It Is?

By Dr Alan Inglis - Integrative Medicine Expert

I Am Introducing A New Post Category Today In My Blog Called "For Health Enthusiasts" Who Are Into Natural Health. It Will Include Some Of Alan's Articles. Integrative Medicine Is Great, It Favours Natural Strongly Over The Medical Establishment Who Are Basically Agents For Big Pharma Who Have Won The Contempt Of So Many People These Days. There Are So Many Enthusiasts Who Are Avid Readers And Practicing Advocates But Have Not Discovered Functional And Integrative Medicine. Alan Is A Straight Talker, I Like The Way He Writes And He Is One Of The Best Out There. Read On.

In the movies, it’s played for laughs: A little Aluminum Foil… shaped like a hat… is the sure sign of a conspiracy weirdo.

Well, my friend, today I’ve got the REAL conspiracy.

It involves the main ingredient in that foil.

You’re not wearing it ON your head as a hat (at least, I hope you aren’t). But it’s getting IN your head anyway – and it’s not there to help you out.

Aluminum is a MAJOR undiagnosed cause of Cognitive struggles in Seniors, leading to decline and even Dementia, not to mention more severe Neurodegenerative diseases ranging from Parkinson’s to Alzheimer’s.…

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Published on 3 Comments on My Companion Planting Guide For Veggies, Herbs And Salad Veggies

By Janet Vargas - Owner Of This Website

GOOD NEWS FOR GARDENERS AND BEGINNER GARDENERS. YOU MAY HAVE HEARD OF COMPANION PLANTING BEFORE. IT HAS REALLY INCREASED IN POPULARITY SINCE I FIRST HEARD OF IT. FOR MANY YEARS, CERTAIN GARDENERS HAVE FOUND THAT CERTAIN PLANTS PLANTED CLOSE TO EACH-OTHER CAN ACTUALLY HELP EACH-OTHER GROW WELL AND SOME ARE KNOWN TO HINDER EACH-OTHER. ORGANIC GARDENERS AND PERMACULTURISTS WATCH AND PRACTICE THESE PRINCIPLES VERY CLOSELY INSTEAD OF MONO-CROPS WHICH CAN ATTRACT A LOT OF BUGS.

CERTAIN HERBS AND VEGIES WHEN PLANTED TOGETHER CAN DETER A LOT OF INSECTS FROM DAMAGING OUR HERBS AND VEGGIES WE SPEND PRECIOUS TIME AND MONEY ON – NOT TO MENTION HOPEFUL EXPECTATIONS. PLANTING A DIVERSITY OF PLANTS TOGETHER IS ALSO KNOWN TO CONFUSE THE WOULD BE INVADING INSECTS FROM ATTACKING YOUR HOMEGROWN PRODUCE. THESE THINGS HAVE BEEN GAINING THE INTEREST OF SCIENTISTS ACROSS THE WORLD IN RECENT TIMES WHO ARE NOW INCLINED TO RECOMMEND THESE GARDENING PRACTICES IN PREFERENCE TO CHEMICAL FERTILIZERS AND PESTICIDES – IT’S MUCH HEALTHIER FOR YOU. IT IS BETTER TO SIDE WITH NATURE THAN WORK AGAINST IT. BE A FRIEND OF NATURE AND NATURE WILL BE A FRIEND TO YOU.…

Published on Leave a comment on Reasons To AVOID Modern WHEAT – Lots Of INFO Says Its NOT Healthy – Find Out Why!

SPELT, KHORASAN, EINKORN and a few other related grains which are the result of Ancient Natural Crossings also contain gluten, but do not have adverse affects on many who believe they’re “gluten sensitive”. So what’s different about Modern Wheat today that didn’t exist in ancient wheat? Just about everything.

What Is Modern Wheat Really - We Should All Know These Things

  Dr. William Davis

Cardiologist + Author + Health Crusader

"The food you eat is making you sick and the agencies that are providing you with guidelines on what to eat are giving dangerous advice with devastating health consequences. You can change that today."

Check it out — Dr. Davis newest book, Wheat Belly: Revised & Expanded Edition that condenses all Wheat Belly strategies into one book with new recipes, new success stories, with plenty of other updated material is in stores now! Click to order and learn more.

See His Website And Video HERE

 According to the Weston A. Price Foundation, here’s what’s lost by modern industrial processing.

Thiamine (B1) 77% Riboflavin (B2) 80% Niacin 81% Pyridoxine (B6) 72% Pantothenic acid (B5) 50% Vitamin E 86% Calcium 60% Phosphorous 71% Magnesium 84% Potassium 77% Sodium 78% Chromium 40% Manganese 86% Iron 76% Cobalt 89% Zinc 78% Copper 68% Selenium 16% Molybdenum 48%

Excessive Input Farming And Genetic Alteration

The 20th century has brought a new monster to the “advancement” of food technology.…

Published on Leave a comment on Wonders Of Khorasan – Nutritional Ancient Grain We Can Use Instead Of Modern Wheat

Khorasan is an ancient wheat also known as Kamut and is thought to have originated in Egypt. Khorasan is a much larger grain than wheat and is higher in minerals, vitamins and fats and has up to 40% more protein.  This makes it a super energy source plus this gives it it’s unique rich and nutty flavour. Khorasan flour with its gluten ratio is ideal for any kind of baking and along with wheat, it doesn’t lose its texture with freezing. By Jesabe Warner – Naturopath

Khorasan: A Tasty Nutritious Ancient Grain With Benefits To Our Health

A variety of whole grain wheat, kamut (a brand name for khorasan) contains about 250 calories per cup with 7 grams of fiber and 11 grams of protein. Compared to modern wheat, it is much richer in polyphenols and fatty acids as well as minerals like selenium, which support a healthy immune system. Kamut also offers antioxidant benefits, helping to reduce gut inflammation and reducing pain associated with IBS.

By Natures Path – Pioneers Of The Organic Movement HERE

David Wolfe, A Leading Natural Health Expert And Advocate Has This Information On His Website:

KAMUT: 8 BENEFITS and USES

Kamut (say “ka-moot”) is an ancient grain rich in nutrients and high in energy.…

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Published on 16 Comments on 14 Natural Antihistamine Foods Plus Benefits!

By Owen Ibbotson Naturopath

There are many products on the market that promise to relieve, control, manage or attack allergies. These products work by interfering with biochemical responses that happen in the body. One example is antihistamines.

These medications may relieve symptoms by stopping histamine from being released by certain cells in the body.

Though antihistamines are the most common drugs used to treat allergic symptoms, they are not short of side effects. A major side effect is sleepiness. Driving a car or working equipment is not suggested while under the influence of antihistamines.

Further common side effects are dryness of the mouth, nose and throat, blurry vision, faintness, loss of appetite, biliousness, upset stomach, low blood pressure, headache, anxiety, agitation, sleeplessness and loss of coordination.

With all those side effects, you may be looking for other options?

Continue reading to discover my top natural antihistamine foods with benefits…

As a naturopath with 15 years of experience, I have a special interest in the treatment of allergic conditions. I love using natural remedies and food.

Histamine is a biochemical that the body makes on its own. We can also eat diets that are rich in histamine.…

Published on Leave a comment on Signatures Of Foods: A Fascinating Health Concept

By Janet Vargas - Independent Natural Health Researcher 30+ Years

THIS IS THE COMMENCEMENT OF AN ARTICLE I STARTED TO WORK WITH 10-12 YEARS AGO. I HAVE BEEN VERY BUSY WITH SEVERAL WEBSITES (that is pretty time consuming) AND THIS TAKES A LOT BUT IT'S VERY INTERESTING - I'M SURE SOME OF YOU WILL AGREE WITH ME.

Health Signatures In Various Foods

This article is about a phenomena that has been referred to as the "Doctrine of Signatures" and popularized in the early 1600s and practiced previously by people who believed in a Creator God who made many foods and herbs to resemble different parts of our bodies to give us an indication that they are good for that area of our health and could bring healing to certain conditions. Doctrine is actually an Old-English word for Teaching:)

Some Christians remembered a verse in their Bible that said "I have given you every seed-bearing plant throughout the earth and all the fruit trees for your food” when noticing the remarkable resemblance to our brain, heart, ears and eyes etc and they started adopting various foods into their diet as different foods - in this light – became part of their conversation.…

Published on Leave a comment on Feeling Down Or Stressed? Try Nature Eco-Therapy.

A Return To Nature – Now Referred To As ECO Therapy

Summer often means spending time outdoors, swimming, camping, taking walks, and just enjoying the great outdoors. These leisure activities are fun and good for you.

That's right. They're good for you!

ECO Nature Therapy Is Good For The Soul

Psychologists in the new field of Eco-Therapy believe that spending time outdoors is important for our health. Connecting more with nature can help improve depression, lower blood pressure, improve self-esteem, help with impulse control, decrease post-operative recovery time, and encourage new social behaviors in patients with dementia, according to ecotherapyheals.com and the book Ecotherapy: Healing with Nature in Mind.

Eco-therapists claim that eco-therapy can be especially beneficial for those with depression, anxiety, stress or other mental illnesses. Depression is the most common psychiatric disorder, and the incidence of depression has increased every year during the past century. Now, one in six people will experience a depressive episode in their lifetime.

Traditional treatment for depression has focused on medications and individual or group therapy.

Now, Eco-therapists suggest that benefit can be gained with activities such as gardening, walking or other outdoor exercise, or spending time with animals.…

Published on Leave a comment on Practical Help For Quitting Cigarettes And Dope

Can't Stop Cigarettes? Don't Despair!  New Routines.

Freedom from Smoke and Dope.
They are not good ways to Cope.
Come, make a Start.

Tobacco users aren’t just addicted to smoking or chewing; they’re also habitually addicted to the physical act of using tobacco products. Over time, smoking or chewing becomes a part of your daily routine or coping mechanism. Certain activities, routines or feelings “trigger” the urge to smoke or chew.

Triggers can be habitual daily activities, such as a morning cup of coffee or hanging out with a certain group of friends. Triggers can also be feelings and emotions, such as stress or unhappiness. Even certain times of the day can be triggers. Triggers can be a huge barrier to quitting tobacco. In order to quit successfully, you need to first determine what “triggers” you to smoke or dip. With practice, you can overcome your triggers. Eventually, it becomes easier to separate triggers and tobacco, and then finally quit for good. Here are some proven tips to help you identify and beat your triggers:

Step 1 Figure out what your triggers are by keeping a list of when you have the urge to smoke or dip.…