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"Let food be thy medicine and let medicine be thy food"
--Hipporactes 470-410 B.C.
   
 



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Ah, Apples the forgotton fruit...

Did you know, according to Dr.Alan Greene,M.D. that eating two apples a day can reduce your risk of breast cancer by 30%? Ah, apples! The forgotten fruit.  There's a reason apples are considered "mini multi-vitamins".  Experts agree, "they have a little bit of everything."  They are high in fiber, potassium, and pectin which is known for its detoxifying qualities.  They also contain Vit C, Vit A, B vitamins, and minerals such as iron, calcium, and magnesium.  Apples have been known to keep the dentist away as well as the doctor with their refreshing teeth-cleaning properties.  Be sure to always eat the skin.
Buy organic!  There are many concerns surrounding the growing and harvesting of apples.  To be sure apples aren't sprayed or laden with pesticides, buy organic.  It tastes much better too.  Our favorites are the fujis !

Olive Oil essentials

 Olives are a staple of Mediterranean cuisine and olive oil has become very popular in the U.S. A monounsaturated fat, olive oil helps to lower LDL (bad cholesterol).  It also contains Vit E, Vit A, B vitamins as well as a variety of minerals such as zinc and calcium.  A great fat to eat with vegetables to assure you're absorbing your fat soluble vitamins.  We suggest stir frying, or drizzling over a salad.
Though a bit more expensive, extra virgin cold pressed olive oil is the way to go for overall flavor, quality and health.  Store in a cool, dark place and not out next to the stove to keep it from going rancid. Should last 2 years after manufacture date

Should you buy Organic?

There is so much confusion these days about organic vs conventional foods
and whether or not it's worth it to spend the extra dough.  Depending on
where you live, the prices for organic foods can indeed run pretty steep.
 Not to mention...  read article


Spices do more than just flavor our food

Turmeric, a delicious spice used in Indian and Asian cooking has gotten the nutritional spotlight for its tremendous healing properties.  Containing curcumin, turmeric has been used to treat infections and inhibits the growth of fungi and bacteria.     
Ginger can help lower cholesterol, lower your risk of cardiovascular disease, and acts as an antioxidant. It also stimulates blood flow and helps with nausea and motion sickness. Both ginger and turmeric lower levels of message molecules that trigger inflammation.  For this reason there's rarely Alzheimer's disease in India!                                                                                                    Ginger-Turmeric Tea Recipe
Capsicum, the main extract of cayenne peppers improves circulation, digestion, and detoxification.  It can also help lower blood pressure by helping to extract salt from the body. Containing lots of Vit A, and Vit C, it can help boost immunity and help prevent infections.
      All of these spices are relatively inexpensive, healthy additions to your next meal. 
Next time you're feeling like you may be coming down with a cold, sprinkle cayenne pepper on everything you eat. Some have even had results making a tea with cayenne pepper and a little honey and put it to work on those nasal passages. If you can handle the spicy that is.




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