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EDIBLES ADVANTAGE

Eat for vibrancy

Edibles Alphabet :

A : is for  Apple that keeps me healthy and the stomach troubles at bay.

B : is for  Beetroot which gives me my iron and gets my dandruff away.

C : is for  Corn which is good for my nerves and brain.

D : for  Dates which gives me my iron and takes away all my strain.

E : for  Eggs which gives me my protein for hair and body.

F : for   Figs which keeps my bowels clean.

G : for  Grapefruit which is good for throat and mouth allergy.

H : for  Honey that is antiseptic and full of energy.

I   : for  I have to follow this acrostic.

J   : for Jaggery which is going to satisfy my sweet tooth.

K  : for  Kiwi fruit which would aid me to digest food.

L    : for Lemon which is good for cold.

M  : for Moong whose sprouts would stop me from growing old.

N    : for Nuts which I can eat in between my meals.

O   : for Olive oil which feels good when massaged into my skin.

P   :  for Potatoes which gives me energy.

Q    :  for Quake oats—The complete breakfast meal and good for skin.

R   :  for Rice which if unpolished and brown , is good for my hair.

S    :  for Soyabeans which I find a better alternative to cow’s milk.

T   :  for  Tomato which would help my complexion get softer like silk.

U   :  for  U as well to follow the Acronym.

V   :  for Vitamins found in green leafy veggies and fruits and nuts.

W    :  for  Wheat germ which makes my rotis (chappatis) tastier and yummy.

X   :  for  The Xit of junk foods that results liver problems.

Y    :  for  Yoghurt which cleanses my face and hair.

Z   :  for Zeal in attitude to follow all this.

 

 

 

GRANDMA’S TIPS  :

Diabetes   :  Have grape fruit three times a day on a a tablespoon of amla juice mixed with a cup of karela juice or eat 10 fresh curry leaves. Eat lettuce, tomato & fruits. Don’t eat too much of carrots, peas, beans, sweet potato, beetroot, bananas, dry fruits, mango & raisins.

Insomnia   :  Eat plenty of curd or drink  a glass of water with two teaspoons of honey.

Jaundice    :  Mash a ripe banana along with one tablespoon of honey & eat it twice a day, or take half  teaspoon of ginger juice with one teaspoon of fresh lime & mint. The juice of bel fruit is also good for the liver.

Joint Pains  :  Squeeze half a lemon in one glass of hot water & drink it 8 to 10 times a day. Having lemon juice gives your body Vitamin C that is valuable. Massage your joints with neem oil.

Blood Pressure :  Swallow two flakes of garlic daily. High-Blood pressure can be cured by daily intake of 1/4 teaspoon of pepper powder mixed with 1/4 cup curd on an empty stomach.

High Cholesterol & Heart  diseases :  Grind dried amlas to a fine powder. Mix an equal weight of sugar candy (mishri) & store in glass bottle. Have one teaspoon every morning with glass of water on an empty stomach.

Organic foods build up the your natural resistance to infection and diseases as well as health and skin disorders. This is what a STRONG immune system is all about.. Foods that help us stay healthy have their mark reflected herein.

 

Almonds   : Are a good source of proteins , have cancer fighting properties and help underweight

                    People to put on weight.

Apples      : Are an astringent and a tonic .

                    They relieve constipation , reduce total cholesterol and remove toxins.

Melons     : Are an excellent cleanser and rehydrator as they are high on water content virtually 99%.

Avocados :  Reduce anemia and excessive menstrual bleeding and prevent hair loss.

Apricots   :  Have laxatives and anti–oxidant properties and remove toxins from the body.

 

Barley       :  Cures ulcers , lowers cholesterol and in addition is a hair tonics.

Beet          :  Are excellent intestinal cleansers , eliminate kidney stones , detoxify the liver and gall

                     Bladder.

Bananas    :  Promote sleep and are mild laxatives .They have anti fungal properties , lower cholesterol,

                     and remove toxins.

Brown rice  : Is a high energy food , settles disturbed nerves and is good for hair and skin.

Cabbage    :  Regulates improper digestion , has properties that fight cancer and corrects skin disorders.

Cashewnuts :  Improve vitality and are good for teeth , gums and hair. 

Cucumbers :  Have laxative properties , dissolve uric acid that cause kidney and bladder stones .They                       

                       lower blood pressure, work as astringent and cooling and brightening agents for skin.

Celery         :  Has properties that fight cancers . It lowers blood pressures , reduces joint pains and

                       Prevents calcium deposits.

Coconuts    :   Regulates the functioning of the thyroid gland and coconut extracts nourish hair and skin.

Corn            :  Has properties that fight cancers . It is food for the brain and corrects hair loss.

Carrots        :  Are detoxifiers , good for the hair and skin ,regulate kidney functions and kills bacteria.

Cherries      :  Release headaches and migraines.

Dates           :  Are useful in anemia ,respiratory and lung disorders.

Figs             :  Are a rich source of calcium and have laxative properties.

Garlic          :  Has anti bacterial and antiseptic properties. It is useful in respiratory

                       ailments and lowers cholesterol.

Grapefruit   :   Is helpful in joint pains , is a cleanser of blood and has anti allergic properties.

Kidney beans  :  Lower cholesterol and are helpful in diabetes.

Kiwi fruit        :  Helps in Digestion.

Lemons       :  Work as astringents , bleaching agents and have properties that fight cancer.

                       They also help in reducing gall stones.

Lettuce        :  Strengthens bones and hairs.

Mango         :  Reduces acidity and helps in weight gain.  

Mushrooms  : Lowers cholesterol and have properties that fight cancer.

Oats             :  Are gentle bowel cleansers , and are good for controlling acne and hair loss

                        And have anti-oxidant properties.

Okra             :  Is soothing for the intestinal tract and relieves accumulation of gas.

Oranges       :   Are an instant source of energy, work as cleansers and improve the skin.

Papayas       :  Aid digestion , control gas formation and act as detoxifier.

Parsley        :  Is a cleansing tonic, a breath freshener and helps clear kidney stones.

Peaches       :  Are diuretic and laxative in nature.

Pears            :  Are diuretic , detoxifiers and are good for the thyroid gland.

Peas             :  Are rich in protein and help regulate stomach and liver disorders.

Potatoes       :  Have antiseptic properties and are good for treating burn scars and

                        Pigmentation. They also aid in muscle building .

Radish          :  Clears sinuses and sore throat.

Red Pepper  :  Normalizes blood pressure and improves circulation.

Sesame seeds  : Strengthen the heart and are a great source of calcium. They also have anti-oxidant

                          Properties and help lower cholesterol.

Soya Beans     :  Has properties that fight cancer and lowers cholesterol.

Spinach           :  Has properties that fight cancer ,normalizes blood pressure , reduces anemia

                           And is an immunity booster.

Strawberries   :   Make the blood alkaline and are useful in relieving joint pains .

                            They are also a blood purifier.

Sweet potato  :   Reduces ulcers and is detoxifier. 

Walnuts        :  Are brain food and improve metabolism.

Yam             :  Is ideal for PMS and also works a s a diuretic.

Yoghurt       :  Is soothing for the intestinal tract, is a skin cleanser and has nourishing enzymes for

                        the hair..

CASE STUDY : CARROT

      Sharpen your eyesight by eating up the carrots on your plate. It not only is a good source of vitamin C , potassium & fibre , but its deep orange color reflects its carotene content. This is converted into vitamin A by our human body a perfect pill for eyesight boost up. Vitamin A found in carrots helps protect color and night vision. The mineral content along with the vits protect against cataracts , glaucoma, and even breast cancer. Chinese have been using it as a cure for acne.

Remove the attached foliage of carrots tops as they rob the roots of moisture and vitamins, Roots should be firm and smooth . Do not keep them near apples because they emit ethylene gas that can give carrots a bitter taste.

CASE STUDY  :  TEA

Tea has been voted as the most happiness providing drink/beverage & it also helps reduce the risk of heart disease & certain cancers. According to Ayurveda, tea has no harmful components. It contains vitamins A, E, C, K’s elements. It has as well 25% carbohydrates, 15% proteins & 5% mineral elements. One cup tea has in it 50 mg caffeine, in contrast to 125 mg in coffee. The dry tea leaves have 6% anti-oxidants. Tea has its primarily three varieties –Black, Herbal, Green. All belong to the same tree family– Aa Sinisis, but their preparation varies.

Black tea is boiled completely & is made from leaf tips that have been withered, rolled & dried. It is popular in Western world.

Herbal tea is relatively boiled to a lesser extent .

Green tea is made in steam . It is famous in China & Japan & is produced from fresh tips.  It is a healthier choice than builder’s brew up, largely b’coz it has lower level of caffeine.

             Though both black as well as green tea have the same amounts of anti-oxidants-compounds that help the body fight harmful molecules called free radicals. These are strongly implicated in the development of certain chronic diseases such as coronary heart disease, & some cancers of lung & gut tumors. The free radical’s excess is caused by smoking, pollution & sun exposure. The anti-oxidants found in tea are flavonoids, powerful compounds that are instrumental in fighting disease & tea is a better perspective than fruits and vegetables in this aspect. 1 cup of tea supplies 200 mg flavonoids . Drinking three cups increases blood’s flavonoid content by 25%.  Both black & green tea rich sources of potassium & manganese as well as Vitamin A which has protective properties. It also provides vitamin B6—essential for body metabolism, vitamin B1 & B2 important to release energy from food, Potassium regulates the heart beat.

Tea also contains phytochemicals which might inhibit the growth of tumor cells. Risk of heart attack in people drinking tea is reduced to half than that of non drinkers.

Nutritionist recommend a caffeine intake of 300 mg a day & a cuppa has 50mg  which allows for many cups daily. Although do remember that caffeine is present in chocolate, soft drinks, cold remedies & pain killers.