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Lemons and Limes - antiseptic and anti-inflammatory
Nutritional value
rich in vitamins B and C
Natural therapeutic effects
anticatarrhal, antiseptic,
anti-acid, antifungal, antirash
Lemons and limes are used as a cure for influenza and colds, but they are also a remedy for acidosis (their alkaline content is 5 times greater than their acidic content), heartburn, rheumatism, dysentery, gout, sciatica, lumbago, neuralgia - all diseases which cause the blood to be more acidic.
Because of its high potassium content, lemon juice is useful in dealing with heart weakness. Lemons are a powerful antiseptic and are useful for inflammation of the gums and to tighten loose teeth and render them white and shiny. Lemons destroy germs without destroying body tissue.
Mixed with honey, their juice is a remedy for throat troubles.
Pure lemon juice also cleans the liver and, via the liver, improves eyesight and helps restore muscular powers.
Beneficial in the treatment of:
gastric troubles,
asthma, worms, diabetes, piles, catarrh, boils, anemia
Plums and prunes - cleanse the intestinal tract
Nutritional value
rich in calcium, phosphorus and iron
rich in potassium
source of vitamins A, B, and C
contain mainly malic
acid, but also citric, tartaric, benzoic and boric acid
contains small
amounts of benzoic acid, which acidifies the urine
The purple variety is slightly cooling while the yellow varieties tend to be neutral; sweet and sour flavour; builds body fluids. Used for liver diseases and diabetes; stewed prunes are a traditional remedy for constipation and are especially beneficial when excess liver and heat signs are present. Plums also treat cirrhosis of the liver, hardened or expanded liver conditions in general, and dehydration.
Sun dried prunes have the advantage of drying without fermenting, unlike plums which ferment when sulphur-dried.
Prunes are famous as a laxative. They move the bowels quickly. Best results are obtained when they are soaked overnight and eaten in the morning.
Remedy
Plums and prunes work directly on the nervous system. They can be
quite uplifting when you are feeling irritable. Make prune tea with 50 grammes
of dried prunes soaked overnight in 250 ml of distilled water. Let it simmer
until the prunes are soft. Strain and add lemon to taste.
Natural therapeutic effects
anthelmintic, astringent,
laxative
Caution
Avoid prunes and plums if your bladder or kidneys
are irritated, or if you already have an acidic condition such as acidosis,
arthritis or gout - or if you eat a lot of meat.
Broccoli - combats outbursts of herpes; high amounts of zinc, improves production of red blood cells; anti-colon cancer
Nutritional value
abundant in vitamin A and beta carotene, vitamin C,
zinc, potassium
high in chlorophyll
Broccoli belongs to the cruciferous family of plants which also includes cauliflowers, water cress and Brussels sprouts. All cruciferous plants are rich in iron and vitamin K.
Broccoli is very rich in zinc. Zinc and iron are interrelated and are both needed for the production of red blood cells. Anaemic people who take iron artificially can find that it creates constipation. Broccoli by contrast produces more blood in the system. It also works as roughage.
Recent research has shown that broccoli contains a photochemical called sulphophane. This triggers the body's production of enzymes that protect the cell's DNA from damage. Broccoli also contains dithiolthiones, which stimulate the body to fight cancer. That makes broccoli a number one cancer fighter when eaten daily. Broccoli is best eaten together with a protein - and never overcook it. This is the optimum combination to help convey amino acids to the brain.
Natural therapeutic effects
anticatarrhal, anticancerous; strengthens
the immune system
Beneficial in the treatment of
anemia - as a dietary supplement
Caution: Broccoli has five goitrogenous chemicals which disrupt the body's ability to use iodine. Avoid in cases of thyroid deficiency and low iodine.
Ginger - essential for healing; good for increasing the local blood flow.
Fresh ginger is a superb healer, and has been long used as such in the East. It can be used as a paste made from dried ginger, or in powder form.
For headaches, it can disperse the pain in less than 15 minutes.
Ginger contains gingerol, which has a similar effect to that of asprin, and has the same blood thinning qualities.
Natural therapeutic effects
appetizing, carminative,
diaphoretic, sialagogic, stimulant, antinauseous, anticoagulant
Recipie
for spasms of the stomach and intestines
Place 1 teaspoon
grated ginger in a cup of boiling water. Add 20 drops soy sauce and a pinch of
freshly ground black pepper. Leave for 10 minutes then drain and drink
Beneficial in the treatment of
dyspepsia
colic
vomiting
diarrhoea - rub fresh ginger juice on and around the navel
motion sickness
- place a slice of ginger on your navel or suck a thick slice without chewing
Index
Garlic - a general tonic; clears catarrh
and coughs
Nutritional value
Contains vitamins B and C, some vitamin
A
Rich in calcium, sulphur, zinc, copper, potassium and phosphoric acid. Garlic is a natural antibiotic. It has strong germ killing powers. Garlic stimulates the activity of all the digestiv organs. Because of its anti-catarrhal qualities, garlic is good for respiratory problems. Garlic regularises the functioning of the liver and the gall bladder. It is helpful for all intestinal infections and for problems caused by putrefactive intestinal bacteria. Garlic lowers the blood pressure and stimulates the circulation and the action of the heart.
Garlic can be applied externally on warts. It can be used as a healing agent for numerous diseases, and will prevent constipation if eaten regularly. As a killer of various bacteria, garlic works best when eaten raw. Views on the number of cloves required to prevent illness range from half a clove to 18 cloves eaten raw.
Note: The smell of garlic on the breath can be counteracted by chewing parsley, cardamon seeds or an apple, or by washing the mouth out with lemon juice.
Natural therapeutic effects
stimulant, diaphoretic,
diuretic, aphrodisiac, tonic
antifungal, anticatarrhal, antibacterial,
antiprotozoan, antiparasitic, antioxidant, antithrombotic
lowers blood
cholestrol, strengthens the immune system
Beneficial in the treatment of
Problems of the digestive
system such as excessive stomach acidity
dysentery
pneumonia and
tuberculocis
cholera
acute and chronic bronchitis
typhoid and
parathyroid fever
chronic stomach and intestinsal catarrh
worms
Index
Pears - blood purifier; laxative -
increase peristaltic movement of the lower colon
Pears are reported to dissolve stonesin the bladder. To achieve this result, a monofast would be most effective.
Natural therapeutic effects
alkaline forming, laxative
Pear
Cooling thermal nature; sweet and slightly sour flavour; especially
affects the lungs, eliminating heat and excess mucus; stops coughing
associated with hot lungs; moistens the lungs, throat and dryness in general;
quenches thirst resulting from heat conditions. Used for diabetes, injuries to
the skin, constipation, loss of voice, and gall bladder inflamation and
obstruction.
Caution: not for those with deficient digestive fire. Symptoms include loose or watery stools, signs of coldness and a swollen pale tongue. Excessive use of pears during pregnancy may cause poor fetal development and miscarriage.
Pumpkins - rich in beta carotene; eye strengthener and lung protector
Nutritional value
contains vitamins A, B and C
Rich in iron and zinc
The more orange the pumpkin, the better. Orange is the colour of beta carotene, the factor that is needed to produce vitamin A. This is the vitamin that you need to lower the risk of lung disease. Together with carrots this is a good food for smokers.
When chewed in the evening, the seeds combat tapeworms. Eat about 100 with sugar before bedtime followed by one tablespoon of castor oil the next morning
Natural therapeutic effects
pulp - alkaline-forming, eye
strengthening, anti-infective, antioxidant, blood building
seeds -
laxative, purgative
Index
Oranges - strengthens the immune system;
alkaline forming
Nutritional values
rich in mineral salts, especially
calcium
rich in vitamins, especially vitamin C
Oranges are strongly alkaline-forming. they are good forarthritics and meat eaters who need to combat acidosis. Grilled oranges are very strong immune strengtheners. The pith contains vitamin P (bioflavinoids) and the flesh is rich in vitamin C. Through the process of grilling, the flesh and the fleshy part mingle, making it easier for the body to absorb the bioflavinoids and vitamin C. When vitamins C and P combine, they activate the immune system of the body and help it to eliminate toxins. A monofast with grilled oranges is a first step in the treatment of AIDS, hepatitis C and B, herpes and non specific urethritis. It can also be used to break down tumors.
Beneficial in the treatment of
fevers
catarrh
colds
acidosis
hyperacidity of the stomach
Index
Cauliflower - combats cancer; clears
liver congestion
rich in sulphur
Cauliflower belongs to the family of cruciferous vegetables, and is therefore powerful in combating cancer (but cauliflower lacks chlorophyll, broccoli is the preferred vegetable). Most of the minerals are in the green leaves. Use them in soups or steamed. They are very nutritious.
Natural therapeutic effects
anticancerous
Beneficial in the treatment of
cancer
ulcers - when
taken with potatoes in juice form
arthritic pains - when applied as a
poultice
Peppers also known as sweet or bell peppers or as capsicum
Nutritional value
High in the antioxidants vitamins C and
E and carotenes
Red peppers contain one of the highest concentrations of antioxidants found in everyday food. People who eat more foods rich in these antioxidants have lower levels of many forms of cancer, as well as of heart disease, stroke and cataracts.
One of the most brightly coloured foods, the red pepper is correspondingly high in health value. Peppers become sweeter as they ripen, changing colour from green to red. , this versatile vegetable is an excellent source of vitamin C. The red and yellow ones contain four times as much vitamin C as oranges, and over 100milligrams of vitamin C - over three times the recommended daily allowance. For this reason they are best eaten raw, although in the salad form popular in Spain and Italy, they conserve much of theit vitamin C.
Peppers are also a good source of betacarotene, yellow and orange ones, and of iron and potassium too. As one of the Nightshade family of plants, however, peppers are best avoided by those with joint problems
Recommended for
cancer
circulatory
skin
Index
Coconuts - contain caprilic acid which is
antibacterial and antifungal; the milk is similar to human milk
Nutritional value
Contains vitamins A, B and C
Very
high in potassium, sodium, chlorine
The flesh of the coconut contains 70 percent fat. Coconut milk has a chemical base similar to mother's milk. When taken fresh, it is a complete protein nutrient. It contains the amino-acids and ranks highly as a digestive milk. Coconut milk is therefore particularly beneficial during pregnancy.
The milk of the green coconut is a rich source of mineral salts and vitamins, especially C and most B complexes.
Natural therapeutic effects
blood purifying, diuretic
Beneficial in the treatment of
flatulence
general weakness
dyspepsia
urinary diseases
nervousness
vomiting
fatigue
Index
Beetroot - rebuilds blood cells (highly
recommended for anaemia); good for bulk (alleviates constipation)
Nutritional value
rich in potassium, sodium, calcium,
magnesium, phosphorus, sulphur and silicon, some iron
high in vitamin A
You can also eat the beet leaves. They are delicious steamed.
Natural therapeutic effect
nerve tonic
beneficial in
the treatment of
calcium deposits - it is an excellent solvent
heart
troubles caused by thickened arteries
varicose veins
diseases of kidney
and liver
gallstones
jaundice
gout
lumbago
constipation
anaemia
suppressed menstrauation
low haemoglobin
Bananas (plantains) - protect the mucus lining of the stomach; anti-ulcerous
Nutritional value
rich in potassium, calcium, magnesium,
phosphorus, sulphur, iron and copper
contains vitamins A, B, C, E, G
The banana is similar to the potato in that it has a high caloric value. Use green plantains for cooking. Bananas have an anti-ulcerous effect. Their healing effect is best when they are overripe and have black spots, but the skin must be undamaged. Their starches are converted into sugars. The inside skin is the most potent part and combats bacteria. It is high in vitamin P (bioflavinoids)
Natural therapeutic effect
stomachic
Beneficial in the treatment of
ulcers of the stomach and
duodenum - the banana diet is one of the most powerful diets for ulcers.
Bananas neutralise the stomach acid and thicken the mucus lining of the
stomach. They should be a regular part of the recovery process after an ulcer
has been diagnosed to prevent re-occurring damage.
diabetes - because of
their high content of easy to absorb sugars
high blood cholesterol (a
banana contains as much pectin as an apple)
typhoid fever
anaemia
acidosis
diarrhoea
dysentary
Turnip
Neutral thermal nature; pungent, sweet, and bitter flavours; improves circulation of qi energy and removes stagnant blood; builds the blood; promotes sweating; resolves mucus and other damp conditions; relieves coughing; clears food stagnation and improves appetite. Turnip, a member of the mustard family is a good source of sulphur, a warming purifying element; because of its alkalizing nature, sulphur, and other factors, turnip detoxifies the body. It is also generally helpful for indigestion, hoarseness, diabetes and jaundice and is commonly used in the West and Orient to treat various lung-related unbalances including bronchial disorders, asthma, and sinus problems. The mildly pungent qualities of the turnip are easily destroyed by cooking. Sliced raw turnip is superior when pungency is needed to disperse lung congestion.
Turnip greens are exceptionally rich in vitamin A.
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Almonds - recalcifier; more nutritious than cows milk and 100 percent superior
Nutritional value
rich in calcium, manganese, phosphorus,
potassium, magnesium, iron, vitamin A
contains 59 percent fat, 21 percent
protein
Beneficial in the treatment of
colon and bowel problems
- can lessen putrefactive effect of many foods
malnutrition
secondary
anaemia
hyperacidity
disturbances of gastric motility and secretion
uric acid diathesis
kidney disease
peritonic irritation
weak muscles,
nerves and brain
Almonds mixed with figs are an instant laxative if chewed thoroughly.
Index
Carrots - contain large amounts of beta
carotene; favourable for eye disorders and lung troubles; good for skin
rashes; a multi-healer
Nutritional value
rich in vitamin A, contains vitamins B,
C, and E
contains large doses of calcium which is good for hair and nails.
rich in potassiun, sulphur, phosphorus and iron
In oriental healing, carrots are the food for the liver. The sense organ related to the liver are the eyes. Carrots are best eaten raw because the minerals and vitamins they contain are destroyed by cooking. The high content of beta carotene makes carrots especially valuable for sufferers of diseases of the mucus membranes, the lungs and the skin. One carrot a day is a healthy supplement, especially for smokers.
Natural therapeutic effects
anthelmintic, carminative,
diuretic stimulant
Beneficial in the treatment of
failing eyesight
deteriorating complexion
unhealthy skin, hair and nails
colds
diarrhoea - also in infants
derangements of liver and biliary digestion
nervous conditions
anaemia
ulcerous conditions
jaundice
cancer,
especially of the lungs and pancreas
Index
Raspberries - strengthens the immune
system; help with rheumatism
Like grapes, raspberries should be on every hospital menu. This tart dilectable fruit supplies not only a fair amount of vitamin C, but useful amounts of calcium, potassium, iron and magnesium, all vital to the convalescent, as well as those suffering from heart problems, fatigue or depression - and all well absorbed thanks to the vitamin C.
Herbalists value raspberries for their cooling effect - they are useful in feverish conditions. Naturally astringent, raspberries can do you good the length of your digestive tract, helping counter spongy diseased gums, upset stomachs, and diarrhoea along the way.
Nutritional value
highly alkaline
rich in iron
contains vitamin C
Recommended for
circulatory
convalescence
digestive
stress
Leeks - clear the lungs of mucus; blood builder
Leeks belong to the same allium family as garlic and onions and thus share most of their properties.
Leek and potato soup is very nourishing after a feverish illness
Natural therapeutic effects
antirheumatic, antiprostatic,
skin-cleansing
In french traditional medicine they are prescribed for respiratory problems; they are rich in potassium, they are also valued for their cleansing diuretic powers, and their ability to eliminate uric acid; so the gouty and arthritic should eat plenty of fresh leeks.
Avocados - have highest vitamin E content of all fruits and are rich in protein
Nutritional value
rich in phosphorus, sulphur and
chlorine
high vitamin E content in the fruit oil
high content of iron
and copper, potassium and sodium
Avocados contain everything a human body needs apart from vitamin C. (Only olives contain a comparable amount of fat.) The vitamin A they contain maintains a resistance against bacterial infection
The exceptionally high amount of fat content (25-30 percent) will overstimulate the gall bladder if you eat too many, because as soon as you eat fat, bile rushes into the duodenum.
Beneficial in the treatment of
digestive disorders
auto-intoxication
colitis, billiousness
haliotosis
intestinal
putrefaction - remember it contains no bacteria
hyperacidity and sour
stomach - well ripened papaya with avocado
duodenal ulcers - because they
are soothing to the membranes and pass into the intestines as a basic diet.
Celery - great blood cleanser - dissolves
calcium deposits
Nutritional value
rich in zinc
rich in vitamins A, G
rich in sodium, potassium, sulphur
The high content of sodium keeps calcium and magnesium in liquid form, thus inhibiting crystal formation Celery is therefore very useful for people suffering from arthritis since it dispurses calcium deposits.
Because of its sobering effect it is useful for hangovers.
Celery is best used in fresh juice form.
Natural therapeutic effects
anti-inflammatory,
anti-arthritic/rheumatic, blood-purifying, carminative, stomachic
Cooling thermal nature; sweet-and-bitter flavour; benefits the stomach and spleen-pancreas and calms an aggrevated liver, improves digestion; dries damp excesses; purifies the blood; reduces wind conditions such as vertigo and nervousness; and promotes sweating. Also used for heat excesses such as eye inflamations, burning urine, acne and canker sores and to cool internal heat in the liver and stomach, which often contributes to headaches and excessive appetite among other maladies.
Seeds
Nutritional value
rich in vitamins A, B, and C
Beneficial in the treatment of
arthritis
muscle
spasms
high blood pressure
Make a tea from the seeds (1 teaspoon per cup) or chew the seeds thoroughly and swallow them with a cup of hot water.
Radishes - rich in sulphur: red, black
and white
Belong to the crucifer family, valuable for those at risk from
cancer. But it is for problems of the liver and gall bladder that traditional
has most warmly recommended them. Radish juice acts powerfully on the gall
bladder, stimulating the discharge of bile, as french studies have
demonstrated.
Radishes contain other good things: plenty of potassium, calcium and sulphur, as well as some vitamins A and B-complex.
Radishes should be eaten as fresh as possible, while still young and crisp, their tops eaten at the same time, which aids in the digestion of the vegetable. However beware of overindulging - too much hot stinging radish can irritate rather than stimulate the liver, kidneys and gall bladder
Recommended for
cancer
digestive
respiratory
Peaches - very nutritious; rich in iron
Nutritional values
rich in iron
alkaline
Beneficial in the treatment of
anaemia
indigestion
dyspepsia
chronic intestinal disorders
blood impurities
Spinach - blood disorder; lung protector; eye strengthener
Nutritional value
rich in zinc, calcium, iron, copper,
manganese, copper and iodine, chlorophyll
richest source of vitamin A
contains vitamins B, C and D
alkaline
Spinach came to be viewed as a cure for iron deficiency with extraordinary effect due to a mistake in notation. The popeye legend was born when spinach was mistakenly noted as containing 0,1 gram of iron in stead of 0.001g.
Natural therapeutic effects
Haemoglobin-building,
alkaline-forming
Spinach is very rich in the dark green plant "blood" chlorophyll (see Cabbage), so anaemia patients or those suffering from fatigue and mental strain should eat plenty of it raw, in the form of salads.
Spinach juice is beneficial in the treatment of
night
blindness
bleeding gums
pyorrhoea
duodenal ulcers
constipation
gout
glandular disturbances
abscesses and boils
obesity
eye
diseases
Asparagus - kidney tonic; expels uric acid from the system
Nutritional value - rich in potassium
The roots of asparagus increase mental acuity and inhibit mental disorders. They are a diuretic and increase breast milk secretion. Juice or powder made from asparagus roots is used in the treatment of biliary colic, billiousnes, haemoptysis, piles, diarrhoea, rheumatic fever, nervous debility, insomnia, and high blood pressure, and can also be eaten to improve a generally run down condition.
Natural therapeutic effects - aperient (laxative), diaphoretic, diuretic
Beneficial in the treatment of
rheumatic complaints
multiple sclerosis
cardiac dropsy
chronic gout
Caution
Avoid if you have an advanced disease of the kidneys. Asparagus increases
urine production and cellular activity in the kidneys.
Never mix asparagus with artichokes.
Grapefruit - pink: rich in vitamins A and E; seeds are good for eliminating worms (vermifuge)
Grapefruit juice is most beneficial if you are feverish. It also helps against liver diseases and constipation. The fruit itself is a preservative against dysentry, diarrhoea, enteritis, typhus and infectious diseases of the digestive tract. The membranes and the pith contain pectin, which lowers cholestrol. Pink grapefruits are better than yellow ones because they contain more vitamin A
If you have a tendency to diabetes, eat 3 grapefruits a day. Also, decrease your intake of starches, sweets and fats but eat more fruit and vegetables and drink more fresh fruit juices.
Nutritional value - rich in iron, vitamins B, C and E - and A in smaller amounts.
Grapefruit shares with other citrus fruits a high level of vitamin C and plenty of potassium. It's also well supplied with pectin - recommended for those suffering from circulatory or digestive problems. In addition grapefruit has high concentrations of bioflavinoids. These plant substances are attracting increasing medical interest. They seem to have three roles: to reinforce the protective action of vitamin C; to protect the integrity of the blood vessels, particularly the tiny capilliaries; and to act against inflammation. Both pectin and bioflavinoids are found in the white pith, and in the membranes dividing the sections: so eat the whole fruit rather than just the juice to ensure maximum benefits.
Kale
Warming thermal nature; sweet and slightly bitter-pungent flavor; eases
kung congestion; benefits the stomach. An ancient member of the cabbage
family, it also has abundant sulphur and its juice can be used to treat
stomach and duodenal ulcers. Kale is a hardy cold weather green whose flavor
becomes sweeter with a touch of frost. It is an exceptional source of
chlorophyll, calcium, iron, and vitamin A during its growing season in the
fall, winter and early spring.
Watermelons - best remedy for all kidney problems; diuretic
Nutritional value - rich in vitamins A, B and C
contains many minerals
contains no proteins - except in the seeds
Natural therapeutic effects
diuretic - the only fruit that can affect many different kidney ailments
The seeds, when dried and roasted, lower the blood pressure
Watermelon
Very cooling thermal nature; sweet flavor; removes heat including summer
heat problems; influences the heart, bladder, and stomach; builds body fluids;
diuretic; moistens the intestines. Used to treat thirst, urinary difficulty,
edema, canker sores, depression, and kidney and urinary tract inflammations
such as nephritis and urethritis
Caution: not to be used by those with weak digestion, anemia or excessive or uncontrolled urination.
Cos (Romaine) lettuce - reduces hypertension, aids gastric disorders, heart palpitations, nervousness; induces sound sleep
Nutritional value - rich in zinc, chlorophyll, iron, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus
contains vitamins A, B and E
contains natural opiates
Cos lettuce contains good quantities of minerals and vitamins, but not many calories, so good antidote for obesity. A portion of lettuce and lemon juice before a meal diminishes the appetite and reduces any craving for oily foods.
Cos (Romaine) lettuce was part of the 'basic natural remedy kit' of the Bohemians - together with garlic, onions, ginger, lemons, chilies and hot peppers.
Made into a soup, cos lettuce is ideal for hypertension. It has a soothing effect on the nervous system because of opiate-like substances present in the outer leaves. It also aids against gastric and digestive upsets and intestinal problems.
Beneficial in the treatment of
diabetes
anaemia
acidity
hypertension
insomnia
headaches
urinary disorders
nervousness and heart palpitations
Millet
Healing properties: Cooling thermal nature; sweet and salty flavor;
diuretic; strengthens the kidneys; beneficial to stomach and spleen-pancreas;
builds the yin fluids; moistens dryness; alkalysing - balances over-acid
conditions; sweetens breath by retarding bacterial growth in the mouth; high
amino acid (protein) profile and rich silicon content; helps prevent
miscarriage,; anti fungal - one of the best grains for those with Candida
albicans overgrowth.
Also useful for diarrhoea (roast millet before cooking), vomiting (millet soup or congee), indigestion, and diabetes. Sooths morning sickness - eat millet soup or congee regularly. Millet is known as " the queen of the grains."
Due to its alkali forming nature, millet is often cooked with little or no salt.
Sprouted millet can be used for digestive stagnation caused by undigested starch, for checking lactation and other applications similar to sprouted rice.
Caution: Millet is not recommended for those with signs of very weak digestive functions such as consistently watery stools.
Walnuts - very rich in zinc; the bark of the tree is used to treat paradontosis and other gum problems.
Because walnuts contain large amounts of protein, they are a valuable
supplement for brain workers.
Walnut kernels
Natural therapeutic effect
aphrodisiac
Beneficial in the treatment of
heartburn
colic
dysentery
Walnuts like other nuts are protein-rich, containing as much protein weight for weight as eggs. They are also high in potassium, friend of the heart, and in other minerals such as zinc and iron. Eat them in salads, where other vitamin C rich foods will help your body absorb these minerals.
Walnut oil
Natural therapeutic effects
mild laxative, cholagogic, antithelmintic
Especially beneficial in the treatment of
tapeworms
Oats
Healing properties: Warming thermal nature; sweet and slightly bitter
flavor; soothing; restores nervous and reproductive systems; strengthens
cardiac muscles. Can be used in cases of dysentry, diabetes, hepatitis,
nervous and sexual debility, indigestion and swelling including abdominal
bloating. One of the richest silicon foods, oats oats help renew the bones and
all connective tissue. Oats also contain phosphorus, required for brain and
nerve formation during youth. Useful as a poultice to relieve itching, they
also heal and beautify the skin when used as a pack.
If drunk regularly, oat water acts as an internal antiseptic to strengthen immunity and ward off contagions. It and oat porridge are excellent for people who are weak and deficient. To prepare oat water, simmer 2 tablespoons of oat groats or flakes in one quart of water for 30 minutes to two hours (longer cooking increases thickness and nourishing qualities). Strain it or drink it as it is, either warm or at room temperature, according to thirst. Oats in any of its more common forms - oatmeal or steel cut oats or whole oat groats are ideal for preventing infections and contagious diseases, especially in children.
Oat flakes are nearly as nutritious as whole oat groats, as they have only been lightly pressed by rolling and steaming; they are the only whole-grain cereal that many people eat. Oats can be used in soups, puddings, breads, crusts, toppings and desserts.
Cucumber - removes acid from blood; diuretic; cooling in summer
Nutritional value
high in potassium, phosphorus, iron, silicon and calcium
Combined with carrots beets and celery, cucumber juice is especially beneficial for rheumatic conditions. It dissolves acidic accumulations which form kidney stones and gall bladder stones. Cucumbers give immediate relief if there is a burning sensation in the stomach.
If you suffer from hyperacidity, a gastric ulcer or duodenal ulcer, cucumber juice works wonders. Drink 100 - 150 ml every 2 hours.
Natural therapeutic effects
diuretic, laxative, aperient
Useful as a digestive aid bowel cleanser
Yams (sweet potatoes) - high in beta carotene, that support eye and lung functions
Nutritional value
rich in beta carotene (the more yellow they are, the higher are their beta
carotene content
Yams also strengthen the spleen, lungs and kidneys and heat up the body
Beneficial in the treatment of
pre-menstrual syndrome
diarrhoea
coughs
asthma
chronic kidney disease
diabetes
seminal emission
vaginal discharge
Pomegranates - good for kidney troubles and fevers; astringent
Taste sweet/sour
Element water
Nutritional value
high tannin content (rind)
Did you know?
Pomegranates are best eaten in winter, when even more effective watermelons
are not available. The seeds are a second-class diuretic - the sour, red
pomegranate seeds are more helpful for healing, while those of the
yellow/white pomegranates are too sweet and do not have much of an effect on
the kidneys.
use the rind to make tea to help with skin problems and mouth irritations, and as a gargle for the throat.
Parsley - good diuretic; stimulates the blood flow through the capilliaries;
blood purifier; should be taken moderately.
Parsley assists oxygen metabolism and helps to maintain the normal action
of the adrenal and thyroid glands.
It is also good for the eyes and the optic nerves. Mix raw parsley and
carrot juice to treat weak eyes, lazy pupils, ulceration of the cornea,
cataracts, conjunctivitis or opthalmia.
Parsley effectively helps keep the capilliaries and arterioles in good
condition.
Natural therapeutic effects
antispasmodic, carminative, diuretic, emmenagogic, expectorant
Beneficial in the treatment of
problems of genito-urinary tract
albuminuria
nephritis and kidney troubles
It can also be used to counteract the smell of garlic in the mouth.
Apricots - prevent constipation; improve memory
Nutritional value
rich in potassium, sodium, magnesium, iron
Apricots are loaded with beta-carotene, as their wonderful yellow-orange colour informs us - the brighter the fruit, the more beta-carotene. Hence the ripe fresh fruit should be eaten whenever possible by those suffering from any infection - especially of the respiritory system - or at risk from cancer.
Dried apricots are a rich healing source, especially Hunza apricots from India which contains a high concentration of beta-carotene. The cleansing effect on the colon will help to imrove breathing, which will in turn strengthen strengthen the lungs. More oxygen means more brain activity and improved memory. This is of particular importance tfor older people.
Natural therapeutic effects
cathartic, tonic
Beneficial in the treatment of
constipation - dried apricots are a most effective laxative
Recommended for
cancer
respiratory
skin
Quinoa
A member of the Chenopodium family and a cousin of amaranth, quinola
(pronounced keen wa) has some of the same outstanding characteristics. One of
the ancient staple foods of the Incas, it is called "the mother grain."
(Botanically, quinoa is not a true grain, but can be used as one.) It has
grown in the South American Andes for thousands of years, and thrives in high,
cold altitudes.
Since 1982 quinoa has been cultivated in the United States with various
degrees of success, and it is now generally available wherenunrefined foods
are sold.
Healing properties
Warming thermal nature, sweet and sour flavor, generally strengthening for
the whole body; specifically tonifies the kidney yang (warming and energising
function of the body) and the pericardium functions.
Compared with all grains, it has the highest protein content (since it has a protein profile similar to amaranth (refer to information given earlier)
Quinoa has more calcium than milk and is higher in fat content than any grain. A very good source of iron, phosphorus, B vitamins and vitamin E. An appropriate grain for recent vegetarians who crave nutrient-concentrated foods.
Prepare as a cereal like rice, or in combination with other grains because of its strength. Grind into flour and use in baking breads and cakes.
Cabbage - miracle cure for stomach ulcers (in conjunction with potatoes)
Nutritional value
rich in sulphur (produces lots of wind!)
Vitamins U, C
It is very important to cook cabbage in its own juice and to chop it fine to make it more digestible. Raw cabbage juice contains vitamin U which is destroyed in cooking. Cabbage juice from the stem is an excellent remedy for ulcers. The Romans and the Egyptians knew the value of cabbage in preventing intoxication. They would drink the juice before a big dinner and chew cabbage seeds to avoid hangovers and sickness from over consumption of alcohol.
Raw cabbage juice is beneficial in the treatment of
acidosis
gout
rheumatism
ulcers
infected ulcers
boils and carbuncles
spots and blisters
psoriasis
headaches and
migraine
neuralgia
rheumatism
burns
cerebral inflammation
asthma
cystitis
sprains
bronchitis
The juice drained from sauerkraut is very effective for generating bowel movements and stimulating the body. It contains lactic acid which acts as a disinfectant in the colon.
Strawberries - useful for gout and rheumatic problems
Nutritional value
contain mainly citric acid and malic acid
have large amounts of kalium (5 times more than bananas - only figs, dates
and other dried fruits are richer in kalium)
very rich in vitamins A and C (to combat the formation of uric acid)
rich in iron (richer than most vegetables such as onions, beets,
carots,radishes and potatoes)
Natural therapeutic effects
fruit - antiviral, anticancerous
leaf tea - alkalising, blood-cleansing
beneficial in the treatment of
gout
rheumatism
Strawberries also have a confirmed reputation for combating high blood pressure, and they are recommended in European traditional medicine for the elimination of kidney stones.
Their high iron content makes them therapeutic for anemia and fatigue. People with skin problems should enjoy plenty of this wonderful fruit, which cleanses and regenerates the intestinal flora. For full therapeutic effect, strawberries should be eaten on their own, or at least at the start of a meal.
Olives - richer in vitamin C than lemons.
Taste sweet
Element earth
Did you know?
Olives counteract poisoning from fish and mushrooms, relieve hangovers and
help to dissolve bones after eating fish.
Olive oil only works as a remedy when cold-pressed. The best type is extra
virgin olive oil. It is useful for lowering blood cholesterol.
Natural therapeutic values of olive oil
cholagogic, demulcent, emollient, laxative, anticancerous, antioxidant,
cathartic
Persimmon
Very cooling thermal nature; sweet flavor; cools heat, especially lung
heat; builds body fluids, moistens the lungs and resolves phlegm; tonifies the
spleen-pancreas; sooths the mucous membranes in the digestive tract to relieve
gastrointestinal inflammations; treats common hot and/or dry conditions such
as often occur in thirst, canker sores, and chronic bronchitis.
The unripe persimmon has an "astringent" taste that makes the lips pucker from its tannic acid content; as persimmon ripens, the tannic acid is converted until none is left in the fully ripe state. The astringent property of partially ripe persimmon is desirable in treating these conditions: diaarrhea, dysentry, hypertension, and spitting up, coughing up or vomiting blood.
Kiwi fruit -
beneficial in early stages of diabetes, when eaten with the skinKIWIFRUIT isn't just a pretty face in a nouvelle cuisine dish. This little fruit with the shabby fur coat is a treasury of nutritional riches. It contains twice as much vitamin C as oranges, more fibre than apples, and asmuch vitamin E as an avacado - about 3.5 mg per 100 g / 3�oz.
It's particularly rich in potassium - of which western diets, high in sodium from processed foods - can be dangerously short. Potassium is vital to every single cell in our body and deficiency can lead to high blood pressure, depression, fatigue and poor digestion. The average kiwifruit will supply 250 mg potassium - but only 4 mg sodium.
Kiwis are the only anti-diabetic fruit. When on a kiwi fast, eat at least 3 Kg a day. A 14-day fast will bring the sugar content of the blood and urine back to normal. To ensure that kiwi fruit do not produce blisters, they need to be ripe. Organic kiwis are best because it is important to eat the skin, which is rich in minerals. To get rid of the not so tasty hairs, scrub the kiwis with a vegetable brush.
Beneficial in the treatment of
diabetes
weight problems
Recommended for
circulatory
digestive
skin
stress
Apples -
blood purifier; cooked apples are good for diarrhoeaNutritional value
rich in potassium, sodium, vitamin A, vitamin G
abundant source of vitamins A, C, B1, Niacin and
panthothenic acid
1 litre of apple juice contains 3-4 grams of minerals
The large amount of phosphorus contained in apples makes them valuable as brain and nerve food, especially in cases of nervous exhaustion. They help 'brain' workers to stay clear and relaxed. Vitamin C is found in the skin of the apple.
Natural therapeutic effect
cleansing
Beneficial in the treatment of
sluggish bowels - cooking apples contain pectin, which absorbs excess water in
the intestines and forms a solution that stimulates the bowels.
Diarrhoea after eating apples is a sign that the cleansing process has
started. Caution: a raw apple diet will usually produce intestinal
catarrh and dysentery
arthritic complaints and gout - apples are rich in citric and malic acid,
which have the ability to neutralise excessive acidity in the blood. Apple
skins are useful to minimise an excessive level of uric acid in the blood.
kidney disorders and skin afflictions - the large amounts of potassium salts
in apples have a diuretic effect.
kidney stones - cider is recommended as a preventative.
hypertension - apples reduce the sodium content in the tissues, thereby
reducing hypertension and blood pressure.
high blood cholesterol - apples minimize the appetite and thereby lower blood
cholesterol.
inebriation, dyspepsia, weak digestion, headaches, biliousness,
autointoxication and constipation
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Wheat
Healing properties: Cooling thermal nature; sweet and salty flavor; tonifies the kidneys; builds the yin; one of the few foods which Chinese medicine attributes with directly nourishing the heart - mind: calms and focuses the mind and can be used for palpitations and insomnia, irritability, menopausal difficulty, and emotional instability. Encourages growth, weight gain and fat formation - it is especially children and the frail person. On the other hand it should be eaten in small amounts if at all by the obese, as well as those with growths and tumors. Mildly astringent, wheat is used for juvenile bed wetting, spontaneous sweating, night sweats, and diarrhea; quenches thirst, moistens dry mouth and throat. Charred wheat, ground to a flour and mixed with sesame oil, can be applied to burns.
Wheat sometimes provokes allergic reactions. This is
particularly the case with flour that is rancid from oxidation. Wheat flour
should ideally be used right after grinding. otherwise it needs to be kept in
an air tight container, refrigerated, and used within two weeks. Some people
are allergic only to processed-flour products and can eat
pre-soaked whole berries (cooked), sprouted wheat, or wheat germ. If eating
wheat causes bloating and gas, stomach pain, indigestion, excessive mucus or
increased pulse rate, it is best avoided, especially during pregnancy.
Wheat absorbs a wider range of minerals from rich soil than other grains. In
addition its nutrient profile - the comparison of its nutrients with one
another - is similar to the human body. For that reason and because it
nurtures the heart - mind, wheat is sometimes considered an ideal food for
human growth and development. The fact that people have greatly overeaten
refined and rancid wheat products that have been genetically altered for smut
resistance continuously since 1926, partly explains the many common alergies
to this vital food.
Cherry
Warming thermal nature; sweet flavor; increases qi
energy, tonifies the spleen - pancreas, and prevents involuntary seminal
emission. Cherries are a well known remedy for gout, arthritis, and
rheumatism. They also help overcome numbness in the limbs and paralysis as a
result of rheumatism. Part of their action in rheumatic disorders occurs from
their ability to eliminate excess body acids. Cherries are most beneficial for
treating disorders accompanied by coldness, such as when the person feels
permanently cold. Richly supplied in iron, cherries are often used to improve
the blood and treat anemia..
Onions
- combat colds and coughs; red onions contain large amounts of vitamin A and E
Nutritional values
rich in vitamins A and E, which are antioxidants, Oxidants are substances like
free radicals, that destroy the tissue.
rich in vitamin C, calcium, iron (especially red onions) and sulphur.
Onions constitute one of the most powerful remedies that can be commonly found
in the average household. The healing effect of red onion is greater than that
of white onions. While the white onion is rich in vitamin E, the red onion
contains both vitamin A and E. The onion is a powerful healer not only when
eaten raw, but also fried, dried or boiled.
The fresh juice of an onion can be rubbed on burns, bites and stings.
Natural therapeutic effects
Antioxidant, antidiabetic, antifungal, antiviral, antibacterial, anticancerous,
antithelmintic, antiseptic, antispasmodic, carminative, diuretic, expectorant,
stomachic, tonic
Beneficial in the treatment of
catarrh
anemia
coughs and colds
influenza
liver cirrhosis
dropsy
dyspepsia
toothache
bruises
earache
kidney diseases
tuberculosis
nervous debility
brain fatigue
anxiety
bronchitis
insomnia
jaundice
Onions also strengthen the lungs and cleanse the colon.
Onions can help to prevent severe diseases of the respiratory system.
Eggplant
Cooling thermal nature; sweet flavor; reduces swelling; clears stagnant blood
by dissolving congealed blood and accumulations such as tumors resulting from
stagnant blood; specifically treats congealed blood affecting the uterus; also
has haemostatic action (reduces bleeding). Used for bleeding hemorrhoids,
blood in the urine, and bleeding in general; a rich source of bioflavinoids
which renew arteries and prevent strokes and other hemorrhages. Treats
dysentery, diarrhea accompanied by heat signs such as yellow tongue coating,
canker sores (apply charred eggplant powder), snake and scorpion bites (apply
a pack of raw eggplant); and frostbite (use a compress of room temperature
eggplant tea). Influences the liver and uterus and is particularly helpful for
resolving repressed emotions and their harmful effects on these organs.
Caution: Eggplant should be eaten sparingly by pregnant women. In Japan, women
are advised not to eat eggplant during pregnancy because it can cause
miscarriage.
Actually a fruit, eggplant combines with other foods like a non-starchy
vegetable.
Potatoes - highly alkaline; work
against arthritis and rheumatism; the raw juice is effective for stomach
ulcers.
Nutritional values
rich in alkaline salts such as sodium and potassium, but lacking in calcium
(therefore needs to be balanced with green vegetables)
rich in vitamins A and B
the skin is rich in chlorogenic acid which prevents cell mutation leading to
cancer.
The water in which potatoes are boiled contains about 60 percent of the
minerals and should not be thrown away. There is also much goodness in their
skins. So see to it that you buy organically grown potatoes, cook them in a
way that will retain most of their vitamins, and eat the skins.
They are best oven-baked in their jackets.
Raw potato is digestible only when the starch is removed. Grate the potato and
squeeze out the starch by hand. Mixed with onions, tomatoes, lettuce and other
raw vegetables it makes a most delicious salad.
Peas - blood-builder; have
contraceptive powers
rich in chlorophyll
Garlic, ginger, cummin, oregano, asafoetida and lemon peel added to pea soup
will assist digestion and help to prevent wind.
An Indian scientist, Dr Sanyal, observed that the population of Tibet had
remained stable for 200 years. He suspected that the reason for this was
something in their diet, which consisted mainly of barley and peas. He
eventually succeeded in identifying an antifertilizing chemical, m-xylohydroquinone,
in the pea. It appears to reduce fertility in women and the sperm count in men
by half.
Nutritional and medicinal properties
Young peas are high in protein, carbohydrates and vitamins B and E, whereas
dried peas are also rich in phosphorus, calcium, sodium and vitamin A and are
a particularly valuable source of the B-complex vitamins. Weight for weight,
peas contain as much protein as meat. Fresh peas are extremely nourishing and
body-building. They help in anemia, low blood pressure,and emaciation. They
contain nicotinic acid, which is believed to reduce cholesterol in the blood.
Grapes - their highly nutritious value
makes them an excellent fruit for monofasts to purify the entire body system
Nutritional value
large amounts of potassium, low amount of sodium
contain vitamins A, B1, B2, C and a large amount of glycids
rich in pure glucose
Grapes are immensely valuable as a healing fruit.
They are rich in glucose, which is pure energy to the body. The glucose also
supplies the heart with energy and strengthens the heart and its muscles.
Grapes contain tartaric acid and malic acid. Tartaric acid stimulates the
intestines.
As with many fruits, most of the benefits - minerals and
vitamin B - are just under the skin. Grapes should be eaten, not just consumed
as juice. The white grapes are richer in vitamins and are a better food in the
morning. Red and black grapes are ideal as an evening meal. The high content
of iron, copper and manganese makes the grape a great producer of haemoglobin.
250 ml of grape juice once a day wil help prevent secondary anaemia.
Because of the high content of potassium and water, the
grape is a diuretic and thus good for kidney disorders. Grapes also stimulate
hepatic and glycogenic functions and bile secretion. They also contain an
element, similar to insulin, which is helpful in some kinds of diabetes.
Grapes have a decalcifying effect.
Natural therapeutic effects
demulcent
laxative
cooling
diuretic
Beneficial in the treatment of
kidney troubles
gout, rheumatism and arthritis - dissolve uric acid
chronic and acute nephritis
anaemia
Parsnip
Warming thermal nature; sweet flavor (which increases if
parsnips are picked after a few weeks of frosty weather); benefits the
spleen-pancreas and stomach; helps clear liver and gall bladder obstructions;
promotes perspiration; mildly diuretic; lubricates the intestines; reduces
wind and damp conditions; analgesic (allays pain); concentrated in silicon.
Used in soups or teas for coughs, colds, and shortness of breath; also
treats headaches, dizzieness, rheumatism, and arthritis.
Caution: Parsnip leaves are poisonous
Mushroom : Common Button Variety
Cooling thermal nature; sweet flavor; decreases fat level in the blood; helps
to rid the respiratory system of excess mucus; has antibiotic properties and
can be used to treat contagious hepatitis; increases white blood cell count
and thereby bolsters immunity against disease-producing microorganisms; has
anti-tumor activity and can help stop post-surgery cancer metastasis; promotes
appetite; improves recovery time from measles by causing them to ripen. Most
mushrooms including the button variety have the ability to reduce "heat
toxins" from meat-eating (toxic reactions with heat signs).