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- “8 Good Mood Foods - Increasing Serotonin and L-Dopa” - by Submitted on Dec 21, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderHere are 8 important foods which boost Serotonin and L-Dopa levels in our brain thus helping us to feel good. And Serotonin and L-Dopa are chemicals in our brain which make us feel happy and joyful, thus eating these foods is very important for good mental health. Organic Garbanzo Beans - ...
Views: 675 - “Thai - Mung Bean and Pumpkin Soup” - by Submitted on Dec 17, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderHere is a wonderful fall recipe with a Thai twist which gives it a dash of sweetness which is to die for. This recipe is quick, simple, and it can also be served hot or cold depending upon the weather. And it’s full of the wonderful goodness of mung beans, pumpkin, and the reminiscent flavors of ...
Views: 787 - “15 Health Benefits of Malanga Root” - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderThere are many great tasting roots that grow all over the world and malanga root is another one which has many health benefits. And as the climate of the world become warmer we need to look at new tropical foods that are coming to the US and other parts of the world that can sustain our growing ...
Views: 943 - Skin care dos and don’ts - by Submitted on Dec 15, 2015 from Huyen MyWith all women, the skin is very important. Is your skin condition good or not? How did you take care of your skin? Did you know how to take care your skin effectively? The following writing listed top 11 skin care dos and don’ts. Keep reading the article to learn more! I. Skin Care DOS 1. ...
Views: 1231 - “Workout Routine for Older People” - by Submitted on Dec 14, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderWe have an aging population in the US and because of that it’s vitally important that we take the time each day to stay in shape. As we get older it’s so easy to slack off. That means it’s even more important to stay in shape when we are older than in our 20’s or 30’s. When we are young we can ...
Views: 566 - “Italian - White Bean and Kale Soup” - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderThis hearty stick to your ribs soup will warm the soul on cold winter days… and will please everyone sitting around the table. With the healing goodness of lots of beans, garlic, kale, onions, and tomato this wonderful meal will sooth away hunger and heal the body, plus it’s quick and simple to ...
Views: 595 - Ulcerative colitis Treatment in Ayurveda . Top 4 Herbs - by Submitted on Dec 10, 2015 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanUlcerative Colitis is defined as the inflammatory disorder. It is a type of inflammatory bowel disease. The main characteristic feature of this disorder is inflammation or swelling of colon of the human body and ulcer formation in the endothelial layers of the colon. It is growing in popularity ...
Views: 1441 - “Yoga for Healing Kidney Disease” - by Submitted on Dec 08, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderThere are many ways to heal kidney disease and some of them have to do with working from the mind to the body, and others work from the body to the mind. Yet all of them can be very powerful in the creation of healthy kidney tissue. Here are some wonderful yoga positions and breath work that can ...
Views: 703 - “Serrapeptase - Great for Atherosclerosis and Disease in General” - by Submitted on Dec 07, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderSerrapeptase has many healing qualities including being able to heal atherosclerosis, pain, swelling, edema, carpal tunnel, nerve damage, heart disease, cystic breast disease, chronic redness, and so much more. History of Serrapeptase - Serrapeptase is a proteolytic enzyme which was first ...
Views: 1128 - “Cholesterol Free - Holiday Organic Ice Cream Cake” - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderHere is a wonderful recipe for a wonderful Organic Ice Cream Cake that I make once a year for holiday parties. It’s simple to make and it’s a real crowd pleaser, plus it’s totally cholesterol free and has all the goodness of Almonds, Berries, and Dark Chocolate. Ingredients: 8 - Pints of ...
Views: 660 - 10 Herbs for the Holidays - by Submitted on Dec 04, 2015 from Sunflower HerbalsCinnamon From cinnamon sticks to grated cinnamon spice, this herb is found everywhere during the holidays. Add a stick to a warm mug of hot chocolate or sprinkle some ground cinnamon on sugar cookies for a special treat. Cinnamon can be taken in the form of capsules, extracts, essential oil, ...
Views: 1736 - Ayurvedic treatment for Pellegrini stieda syndrome with Diet and Exercise - by Submitted on Dec 03, 2015 from Dr. Vikram ChauhanKnee pain is a common problem that can occur due to many reasons. One such reason for the knee pain is knee injury. In general, knee injury is of many different types. Out of the many different types of knee injuries, injury on the medial side of the knee is the rare form of knee injury. In this ...
Views: 2135(1 vote) - “Bentonite Clay - For Kidney Disease, GI Tract, and Detoxing” - by Submitted on Dec 01, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderBentonite Clay is a Wonderful Healing agent for Healing Kidney Disease, Detoxing the body, Soothing the GI tract, Removing Heavy Metals, for Healing the Hair and Skin and much more. Where it’s Found - Bentonite clay is a volcanic ash that’s found in many areas of the world such as Northern ...
Views: 1698 - Herbal Solutions for ADHD - by Submitted on Nov 28, 2015 from Brian WuAttention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) is a common mental disorder in children and adults, which can affect schooling, work, or interpersonal relationships. Though it's exact cause is not known, it is believed to be associated with low quantities of the neurotransmitters dopamine and ...
Views: 2606 - What are the All Benefits of Shilajit? - by Submitted on Nov 25, 2015 from Dr. Vikram Chauhan1. Shilajit is a herbo-mineral substance. It is abundantly found in the Himalayan ranges. This organic compound is black in color. It has more than phytochemicals, bio-chemicals, micro minerals, anti-oxidants and micro nutrients. It also possesses lipids, pyrones, other chemicals and small ...
Views: 1652 - “Healing Skin Cancer with Euphorbia Peplus” - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderEuphorbia Peplus is a particular type of milkweed that has great healing abilities when it comes to healing skin cancer. The sap is particularly toxic to cells that are growing at a very fast rate and thus works well for killing skin cancer. And down through history native people have been using ...
Views: 1222 - HERBS IN THE HOLY ANOINTING OIL - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2015 from Sudhir AhluwaliaAs one of the most researched of ancient literatures, the Bible is a window into the life and practices of the people who lived in Israel and bordering nations of Egypt, Mesopotamia, Greece, Rome, and Judea. The Bible and other texts from that time offer a broad view of life from about 1300 BC ...
Views: 1334 - Herbs in religious texts - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2015 from Sudhir AhluwaliaRock paintings in France, India, and other parts of the world show prehistoric humans interacting with nature. These paintings from the Stone Age date from 2.5 million years ago in Africa to 3300 BC (the start of the Bronze Age) in eastern Asia. They show wood, nuts, leaves, berries, barks, and ...
Views: 1224 - The Spice Trade - by Submitted on Nov 24, 2015 from Sudhir AhluwaliaThe five major civilizations from the 4th to the 1st millenniums BC were the Indus Valley Civilization in India, the Sumerians in modern Iraq, the Egyptians, the Greeks on the isle of Crete, and the Chinese in the land north of the Himalayas. The use of spices in food, medicine, and cosmetics ...
Views: 1210 - “7 Steps to Healing Back Pain in 24 Hours” - by Submitted on Nov 23, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderIt’s so easy to go to bed and wake up in the middle of the night to go to the bathroom and have our back go out and end up with excruciating pain. We pull a muscle, and some how cause a misalignment of our vertebrae which is very painful. But there are many ways to sooth away back pain and ...
Views: 629 - 5 Scientifically Proven Benefits of Kratom - by Submitted on Nov 20, 2015 from Cynthia WitsonHerbs have now been transformed into different medicinal products across the globe because of their health benefits. One of the most popularly known medicinal herbs of today is kratom and it is commonly marketed to women for its health and dietary purposes. Kratom, with the scientific name ...
Views: 1668 - “Garlic Flageolet Bean and Potato Soup” - by Submitted on Nov 19, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderHere is a very hearty bean soup for the winter that can be made from dried beans to finished soup in just a few minutes. This heart warming soup will rid the body of winter chills and fill the tummy with a comforting broth that’s sure to please. And it’s full of lots of nutrients that will do ...
Views: 653 - Want To Boost Your Libido? Have A Cup Of Tea! - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2015 from Dayr RichWith all the press about the newest pharmaceutical drug Addyi to raise libido in women, I wondered what natural ways to raise libido were already available. As it turns out, people have been using natural means to raise libidos in both men and women since the beginning of, well, us. Cultures ...
Views: 2043 - “Why Talking is Important for Dissolving Away Anxiety” - by Submitted on Nov 17, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderAnxiety in this day and age is part of the living process, but it doesn’t have to destroy lives. Anxiety, tension, and emotional feelings that are overwhelming can be healed if we are willing to open up and talk about what we have going on inside… and let all of those frustrations out. Not ...
Views: 621 - “The Amazing Health Benefits of Ube Yams” - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderYams in general are very healthy but because ube yams are purple inside they also contain a lot more antioxidants than regular yams. Plus ube yams have beautiful purple color which is amazing, and they contain lots of minerals, vitamin A and C, and many more healing agents. And ube yams should ...
Views: 768 - Lemon Verbena - by Submitted on Nov 16, 2015 from Francis RosenfeldWhether you grow lemon verbena as a medicinal or an aromatic plant, it gets plenty of uses, from flavoring fish and fruit salads, as a replacement or in addition to lemon zest, to pleasant calming brews. For those who love to exercise, it is particularly effective in reducing muscle and joint ...
Views: 776 - 7 Health Benefits of Rose Essential Oil - by Submitted on Nov 15, 2015 from Aviva RommRose oil is the most beneficial of all the essential oils. Distilled from the Rosa Damascena, rose essential oil contains properties found in nearly every other essential oil-all in one neat package. It’s also versatile; rose essential oil can be mixed with massage oil to create a luxurious (and ...
Views: 1022(1 vote) - “Organic Gluten Free Banana Pineapple Tart” - by Submitted on Nov 12, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderHere is a great dessert recipe that’s simple to make plus delicious and healthy. It only takes minutes to make and will delight the whole family. This dessert is full of the great healing goodness of pineapple, bananas, and apricots. This wonderful recipe is sure to put a smile on everyones face ...
Views: 548 - “Healing Cushing’s Syndrome Naturally” - by Submitted on Nov 10, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderCushing’s Syndrome is the over production of cortisol by the adrenals glands and the resulting obesity, high blood pressure, fatigue, depression, muscle weakness, glucose intolerance, and more… are all part of the syndrome. But there is hope, here are a few great herbs and other processes that ...
Views: 4857 - “Pineapple Skin Tea - A Powerful Free Healing Agent” - by Submitted on Nov 09, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderMost people know about the healing qualities of pineapple but most don’t know about the amazing healing qualities of pineapple skin. Pineapple skin tea is a powerful healing agent that can build up our probiotic bacteria in our gut… thus boosting up our immune system and it’s a great ...
Views: 633 - “Organic Avocado Italian Rice - A Comfort Food Recipe” - by Submitted on Nov 05, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderHere is a wonderful recipe that’s sure to please and will warm the soul of anyone who’s a little chilly on a cool fall evening. Full of the wonderful goodness of organic avocados with lots of great fats, organic brown rice, organic carrots, and lots of organic garlic… this comfort food recipe is ...
Views: 672 - “Dissolving Urinary Tract Stones Naturally” - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderMany people come down with urinary tract stones, from kidney stones to bladder stones all of them can cause major pain, inflammation, and other complications. Here are a few things that people can do to dissolve urinary stones naturally and regain their health. Hydrangea Root - Hydrangea ...
Views: 647 - Mustard- In ancient and modern medicine - by Submitted on Nov 03, 2015 from Sudhir AhluwaliaThere are three species of mustard consumed by humans. White mustard (Brassica alba) is the mildest of the three. The other two species are Brassica juncea and Brassica nigra. There is another species Brassica campestris that is cultivated for its oil in India. India produces an average of 6 ...
Views: 1559 - “Organic Chinese Coconut Sticky Rice Balls — With Cocoa” - by Submitted on Oct 29, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderThis sweet organic treat is sure to please anyone who loves Chinese sticky rice. With coconut, brown rice, and cocoa this recipe is full of the organic goodness of each. This recipe is easy, quick, and will please all those who love Chinese baked goods. These little balls are like chocolate ...
Views: 579 - “The Health Benefits of Drinking Bamboo Juice” - by Submitted on Oct 27, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderLots of people have bamboo growing in their yard, in community gardens, or wild on the side of the road, but most people don’t know that bamboo juice is amazingly healing. Bamboo juice is a tasty way of getting rid of phlegm and for treating coughs, healing upper respiratory infections, lowering ...
Views: 1212 - “How to Eat Healthy on a Small Budget” - by Submitted on Oct 26, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderEven when we have a small food budget we can still eat healthy, there are lots of great ways to stretch the organic food budget. Here are a few foods and ways of creating organic food that will stretch the budget and keep a family healthy all year long. Organic Black Beans - Organic black ...
Views: 661(1 vote) - “Organic Curried Garlic Eggplant with Peppers” - by Submitted on Oct 22, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderHere is a delightful dish that can be served over brown rice to create a wonderful meal. Full of the great health benefits of organic turmeric and garlic, and the powerful healing abilities of organic eggplant. This recipe only takes minutes and it’s hearty, delicious, and will warm the soul of ...
Views: 657 - “Shepherd’s Purse - A Healing Herb and Great Food” - by Submitted on Oct 20, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderThere are lots of wonderful wild edible greens that grow all over the world. And Shepherd’s Purse is another great tasting green that’s full of nutrition that most people think of as a terrible weed. But when we look a little deeper this edible weed is very tasty… and it’s very healing for the ...
Views: 574 - “Five Important Foods for the Holiday Season” - by Submitted on Oct 19, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderWe are about to enter into the holidays and with that comes more to do and very little time to get it all done. And the cold and flu season will be upon us at the same time. Thus it’s vitally important that these five foods are enjoyed more during the holidays to keep us strong and vital all ...
Views: 543 - “Italian Fava Bean Soup” - by Submitted on Oct 15, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderHere is a simple pressure cooker organic fava bean soup recipe that’s amazingly tasty. A hearty meal that will warm the tummies of everyone in the family. Comfort food for the soul that uplifts the mind with L-Dopa which is found in Fava Beans thus improving our mood. Ingredients: 1 - Cup ...
Views: 661 - “Health Benefits of Pressure Cooking” - by Submitted on Oct 13, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderPressure cooking is a very healthy way to cook food to preserve more nutrients and shorten the cooking time for beans, grains, and other foods. Here are a few wonderful attributes of pressure cooking. I personally have to say that for years I was against pressure cooking because I was under ...
Views: 761 - “The Health Benefits of the Common Milkweed Plant” - by Submitted on Oct 12, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderMilkweed has many powerful health benefits and it’s a great tasting wild edible. Plus milkweed contains good fatty acids, it’s a great diuretic, helps with colds and coughs. And the fluffy white down is now being used as a natural down in coats instead of duck down… and much more. Where it ...
Views: 1092 - “Organic Pumpkin and Sweet Potato Soup” - by Submitted on Oct 08, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderThis super simple dish is sure to please, and it only takes 20 minutes to make, and this soup stays fresh in the frig for a full week. This soup is sweet and nutritious, and full wonderful organic pumpkin and sweet potato, which both contain betacarotene which is a powerful antioxidant. This ...
Views: 548 - “How to Have Nutritious Sweet Potatoes All Year Long” - by Submitted on Oct 06, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderSweet potatoes are full of nutrition, and thus we want to make sure our crop last for as long as possible. Here are a couple of techniques that anyone can use to have their latest sweet potato crop last for many months to come… and thus be healthy. Dig out all the sweet potatoes, even the ...
Views: 562 - “Warming and Cooling Foods and Why They are Important” - by Submitted on Oct 05, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderIn Traditional Chinese Medicine there cooling foods (Yin Foods) and foods that bring warming energy to the body (Yang Foods). There must be a balance between Yin and Yang foods, thus bringing balance and health to the body, and creating the correct balance of Qi energy for great health… balance ...
Views: 741 - “The Powerful Health Benefits of Fava Beans” - by Submitted on Oct 01, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderFava Beans are a powerful medicine and food and will do the body good. Many times Fava Beans are not taken seriously, but they are full of nutrition and can be eaten raw or cooked, and can even change our mood, prevent Parkinson’s Disease, and prevent cancer. Fava Beans grow in Asia, Africa, ...
Views: 824 - “Organic Curried Cucumber Salad”—for those hot days - by Submitted on Sep 29, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderEven now some parts of the world are having heat waves, and we just don’t feel like eating something hot. But this cool curried cucumber salad will sooth the soul and cool the body. It’s quick and easy and it’s full of protein and has lots of great flavor. Great for lunch and dinner… this salad ...
Views: 497 - “Health Benefits of Water Caltrop Nuts” - by Submitted on Sep 28, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderWater Caltrop is special Asian Water Chestnut that is full of great health benefits that many people don’t know about. Also known as Singhara,Trapa bikornis nut, Bat Nut, Ling Nut, Wing Pod, Indian Water Chestnut, and Pani-phal, and other names this delicious water nuts have a wonderful nutty ...
Views: 927 - Natural remedies for glaucoma - by Submitted on Sep 22, 2015 from Victor MarchioneGlaucoma is a condition which effects the eyes. Glaucoma can be quite serious and even result in blindness. The older you become, the more prone you are to developing glaucoma; patients suffering from glaucoma typically range from 45 to 64 years of age. Glaucoma can strike without warning and ...
Views: 956 - “Healing Adrenal Fatigue Naturally” - by Submitted on Sep 17, 2015 from Dr. Paul HaiderThere are many syndromes and different names for adrenal fatigue including adrenal insufficiency and they are all slightly different, but they are also very similar. And they all need a multi-pronged approach to healing this dis-ease. Maca Root - People with adrenal problems usually have ...
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