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Increasingly, scientists believe that a big reason why Asian women have such low rates of breast cancer compared with American women is that their traditional diet features lots of soy and tofu, as well as phy-toestrogen-rich cabbage, bean sprouts, and wasabi (a horseradish-like condiment). Asian women also report fewer menopausal complaints than American women, a fact that has been attributed to their traditional high-soy diet. So, yes, soybeans and soy foods can help perimenopausal and menopausal women.

Others include parsley, cabbage, asparagus, broccoli, brussels sprouts, endive, okra, avocado, peanuts, sunflower seeds, and orange juice. Work Your Body's Most Important Muscle Eating healthfully and exercising regularly are the dynamic duo of heart health. Exercise is important, and not just because it conditions your heart. It also has a direct impact on other risk factors for heart disease. Exercise lowers your blood pressure and improves your cholesterol profile by reducing LDL cholesterol (the bad kind) and raising HDL (the good kind).

Other good choices include parsley, spinach, green cabbage, watercress, broccoli, brussels sprouts, and lettuce. Eat a variety of these greens, and you'll keep your K in good supply. Other Nutrients You Need to Know Among the bone-building herbs and food plants, legumes (soy and other beans) don't get much recognition. But they're important. They're a good source of plant protein, which is less likely than meat protein to contribute to osteoporosis. Plus, they contain phytoestrogens, specifically the isoflavones daidzein, genistein, and sometimes glycitein.

WHAT YOU NEED V2 cup dried black beans % cup chopped carrots V2 cup dried black-eyed peas % cup chopped tomatoes V2 cup dried fava beans V2 cup dried split peas Salt Ground black pepper Hot-pepper sauce 2-4 cups shredded leafy greens (your choice of amaranth, asparagus, broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, kale, lettuce, stinging nettle, pigweed, purslane, sorrel, spinach, and watercress) WHAT TO DO Put the legumes in a pot and add water to cover. Allow to soak overnight. The next morning, strain the legumes and add fresh water to the pot.

The A.D.D. Nutrition Solution: A Drug-Free Thirty-Day Plan Marcia Zimmerman, C.N. See book keywords and concepts

Substitute I pound potatoes (3 medium) and 3 cups shredded cabbage for the carrots, celery, garlic, zucchini, tomatoes, beans, and spaghetti squash. Use I Vi quarts boiling water flavored with 3 tablespoons medium miso paste, 2 tablespoons fresh grated ginger root, and I teaspoon lemon zest, instead of the spices listed above, to simmer the pork. • Turkey and Sweet Potato Soup. Substitute turkey meat for the pork, I pound of sweet potatoes for the beans and spaghetti squash, and Vi pound of green beans for the tomatoes, celery, garlic, and zucchini.

Bartram's Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine: The Definitive Guide Thomas Bartram See book keywords and concepts

Tincture Marigold; pulped cabbage leaves. Tea Tree oil. After cleansing site, use lotion: 5 drops oil in eggcup boiled water, 3-4 times daily. Supplements. Vitamins A, C, D, E. Zinc. Preventative: 2 Garlic capsules at night. BOLDO. Peumus boldus, Molina. French: Boldu. German: Chilenischer Boldobaum. Italian: Boldo. Part used: leaves. Constituents: Peumus bollidus, boldine. Grows in Central Chile where it is used against liver diseases and gall stones. Action.

Almonds, apples, asparagus, bananas, dried beans, beet greens, Brussels sprouts, buttermilk, cabbage, celery, cauliflower, currants, carrots, chestnuts, coconuts, cream; all fruits except prunes, fresh plums and cranberries. Lemons, lima beans, milk, molasses, oranges, parsnips, dried peas, peaches, radishes, raisins, Soya flour, turnips, all green leafy vegetables except sweet corn. Yeast, fresh tomatoes, herb teas, lettuce, watercress. ALKANET. Anchusa. Alkanna tinctoria, Tausch. Root. Astringent. Once taken internally as a tea, now externally as an ointment.

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This group includes Brussels sprouts, cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage, kale, bok choy, cress, mustard, horseradish, turnips, rutabagas, and kohlrabi. These same vegetables contain indole-3-carbinol that inactivates estrogen. This may explain why persons eating these vegetables have a lower incidence of cancer of the breast, prostate, lungs, esophagus, bladder and especially the colon. Tests to measure GTH blood levels are very difficult to do because GTH is quickly oxidized when exposed to light, heat, and air. There is controversy about how to raise GTH blood levels.

Bartram's Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine: The Definitive Guide Thomas Bartram See book keywords and concepts

Avoid cabbage which contains a factor which depresses the thyroid gland. Supplementation. Vitamin A. B-complex. Kelp. HAWTHORN. White thorn. Crataegus oxya-canthoides Thuill. Or C. monogyna Jacq. French: Aubepine. German: Hagedorn. Spanish: Espina blanca. Italian: Marruca bianca. Parts used: Dried flowers, leaves, fruits. Keynote: heart. Constituents. Flavonoids, phenolic acids, tannins, amines. Action. Positive heart restorative. Coronary vasodilator BHP (1983), antispasmodic, antihypertensive, adaptogen, diuretic, sedative to nervous system, cholesterol and mineral solvent.

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The streets reeked of manure, house yards stank of urine, halls and stairways smelled of rotting wood and rat excrement, kitchens were redolent of rotting cabbage and mutton fat, unventilated bedrooms stank of moldy dust, sleeping places smelled of greasy sheets, of humid quilts and the penetrating sweetish odor of urinals. Fireplaces stank of sulfur, canneries of caustic bleaches, slaughter houses of coagulated blood. Men and women stank of sweat and dirty clothing. In their mouths was the pestilence of infected teeth.

Nature's Medicines : From Asthma to Weight Gain, from Colds to High Cholesterol -- The Most Powerful All-Natural Cures Gale Maleskey See book keywords and concepts

Add some lycopene from tomatoes, some beta-carotene from carrots, and a few an-thocyanins from red cabbage, and you have a sort of vegetable soup in a pill that may, at least in theory, give you many of the health benefits of a real vegetable soup. A Surfeit of Nutrients Sometimes, there are so many nutrients included in a supplement that the soup is almost a stew. One well-known vitamin manufacturer, for example, makes a supplement called the MaxiLife Phytonutrient Protector.

Bartram's Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine: The Definitive Guide Thomas Bartram See book keywords and concepts

Egg-white mixed with raw cabbage juice. Aromatherapy. Oils of Chamomile or Lavender: 6 drops in two teaspoons Almond or Olive oil; massage. SPRING MEDICINE. Half an ounce each: Yellow Dock. Sarsaparilla, Agrimony, Burdock. Mix. Method: place quarter of mixture in 1 pint cold water and bring to boil; simmer gently 20 minutes. Drink cold, half to 1 cup thrice daily, after meals. Alternative. Equal parts: Nettles, Dandelion root. Balm. Mix. 2 teaspoons to each cup boiling water; infuse 15 minutes: 1 cup 2-3 times daily.

Nature's Medicines : From Asthma to Weight Gain, from Colds to High Cholesterol -- The Most Powerful All-Natural Cures Gale Maleskey See book keywords and concepts

Good food sources: Broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage, chile peppers, citrus fruits, collard and turnip greens, guavas, kale, parsley, red and green bell peppers, and strawberries. Cautions and possible side effects: Safe at a wide range of doses, although more than 1,000 milligrams a day can cause diarrhea; if this occurs, cut back until the diarrhea stops. If you're taking high doses, cut back to 100 milligrams at least three days before a physical exam or tests, as high amounts can interfere with some tests, including those for blood in the stool and sugar in urine.

Bartram's Encyclopedia of Herbal Medicine: The Definitive Guide Thomas Bartram See book keywords and concepts

Gelsemium, Grindelia, Euphorbia (pill-bearing spurge), Skunk cabbage, Senega, Pulsatilla, Lily of the Valley (cardiac asthma), Thyme. Formula. Equal parts, Tincture Lobelia simp; Tincture Belladonna; Tincture Ephedra. 5-10 drops thrice daily (maintenance), 10-20 drops for spasm. Cockayne, Ernest, FNIMH. Hyssop tea for children throughout childhood to avoid respiratory disorders. Dr Finlay Ellingwood. Gelsemium 3.5ml; Lobelia 3.5ml. Distilled water to 120ml. One 5ml teaspoon in water every 3 hours. Dr Alfred Vogel.

Nature's Medicines : From Asthma to Weight Gain, from Colds to High Cholesterol -- The Most Powerful All-Natural Cures Gale Maleskey See book keywords and concepts

It's an easy-to-take supplement that can also help with other gas producers such as broccoli, cabbage, and onions. These foods contain certain complex sugars that we cannot digest. The sugars ferment in the large intestine, causing gas and abdominal distress. Alpha-galactosidase to the rescue. This supplement is highly effective and has been known to save many from social embarrassment. Products containing alpha-galactosidase include Beano, The Ultimate Florazyme, and Prevail Bean/Vegi Enzyme Formula.

Life Without Bread Christian B. Allan and Wolfgang Lutz See book keywords and concepts

THE BASICS Permitted Foods þFish þAny type of animal meat (beef, pork, chicken, lamb), sausage, cold cuts þEggs þCheese, sour cream, cream cheese, plain yogurt (without sugar), cream, milk (in moderate amounts) þAll kinds of animal fats þSalads, leaves and stems of vegetables (asparagus, brussels sprouts, cauliflower, lettuce, cabbage, broccoli), cucumbers, avocados, tomatoes (in moderate amounts) þAlcoholic beverages (only unsweetened, and in sensible amounts) þNuts (in moderate amounts) These foods can be prepared any way you like: fried, baked, roasted, broiled, barbecued, or steamed.

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Good food sources: Strawberries, blueberries, Concord grape juice, red wine, tea, oranges, grapefruit, lemons, limes, red onions, red cabbage, broccoli, carrots, kale, pumpkin, herbs, spices, garlic, and tomatoes. Cautions and possible side effects: Don't take more than the recommended dosage. Never consider supplements as a substitute for food; the best variety and quantities of phytonutrients are found in a diet that's rich in fruits and vegetables. consistency. Even though, based on their labels, products seem similar, the potency of each product is different.

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The immune system can also be enhanced by: -vitamins, like A, beta-carotene, C, E, and B-6 -quasi-vitamins, like Coenzyme Q-10, EPA and GLA (special fats) -minerals, like zinc, chromium, and selenium -amino acids, like arginine and glutathione -herbal extracts, like echinecea, ginseng, Pau D'arco, and astragalus -nutrient factors, like yogurt, garlic, cabbage, enzymes and fresh green leafy vegetables.

A Consumer's Dictionary of Cosmetic Ingredients Ruth Winter, M.S. See book keywords and concepts

ROSA CENTIFOLIA • See cabbage Rose Extract. ROSA EGLANTERIA • Sweet Briar Rose. ROSA MOSCHATA • Musk Rose. ROSA MULITFLORA • See Rose Extract. ROSA ROXBURGHI • Chestnut Rose. ROSA SPINOS1SS1MA EXTRACT • Burnet Rose. ROSA SPP • Rose Extract. ROSE BENGAL • A bluish red fragrant liquid taken from the rose of the Bengal region of the Asian subcontinent. Used to scent perfumes and as an edible color product to make lipstick dyes. Nontoxic. ROSE BULGARIAN • True Otto Oil. Attar of Roses. Rose Otto Bulgaria.

Dr. Earl Mindell's Unsafe at Any Meal: How to Avoid Hidden Toxins in Your Food Earl Mindell and Hester Mundis See book keywords and concepts

Putting cabbage in cold water, then bringing it to a boil depletes more than twelve times that amount of vitamin C.) ?Steaming vegetables, which means using a minimum amount of water, helps keep nutrients in and vegetables looking and tasting fresh instead of overcooked. (A small colander can turn any pot into a steamer.) ?Using nonstick pans allows you to get what you want out of food, nutrient-wise, without having to burden your body with unnecessary cooking fats or oils. (There are even nonstick woks available for stir-frying.) ?

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These "good " bacteria from fermenting cabbage and milk create agents that have powerful effects in preventing and even possibly treating cancer. The Problem Of Margarine and Hydrogenated Fats Margarine is an artificial product, as are the hydrogenated fats (safflower, corn, sunflower, canola, and soy), which are used in cooking and for salad oil. In the process of manufacturing these, oils are heated to high temperatures and treated with chemicals. The end product of hydrogenation is margarine, which is chemically very close to plastic. Would you eat plastic? Of course not.

Dr. Earl Mindell's Unsafe at Any Meal: How to Avoid Hidden Toxins in Your Food Earl Mindell and Hester Mundis See book keywords and concepts

Among them are garlic, onions, broccoli, cabbage, plain yogurt, turnips, and other vegetables. A HELPFUL SUPPLEMENT REGIMEN ?An all-natural, high-potency multiple vitamin and amino acid-chelated mineral complex (containing no preservatives or artificial colors), a.M. and P.M. ?A broad-spectrum antioxidant formula (containing alpha- and beta-carotene, lutein, lycopene, vitamin C, vitamin E, selenium, gingko biloba, coenzyme Q10, bilberry, L-glutathione, soy iso-flavones, grapeseed extract, and green tea extract), A.M. and P.M. ?Vitamin C, 1,000 mg (time release), A.M. and P.M. ?

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Place the cabbage in a serving bowl. Add the rest of the ingredients. Toss. Serve with *Royal Dressing. Dinner Turkey Feast 18 -20 pound turkey canola oil (Depending on the size, we thaw our turkey in a chest cooler for 1 1/2 to 2 days). Take out the parts inside of the turkey. Take out any wad of fat if there is one. Rinse. Pat dry. Tie the bird with cotton string so the wings and legs don't move. Place in roasting pan. Spread a little canola oil over the top of the bird. Cover with lid or foil.

The Omega Diet: The Lifesaving Nutritional Program Based on the Diet of the Island of Crete Artemis P. Simopoulos, M.D., and Jo Robinson See book keywords and concepts

Fresh Sauerkraut Salad, p. 254) approximate calories: 532 Greek salad (1 tomato, V2 cucumber, 1 oz.feta cheese, 10 olives, 2 T. Olive Oil Vinaigrette, p. 143) 1 whole-wheat roll or slice of bread approximate calories: 580 Lunch #10 Tuna Salad (Mixed Salad Greens, 2 oz tuna fish, 1 hard-boiled egg, 2 T. salad dressing) 1 bran muffin or roll (Flaxbran Muffin, p. 248) approximate calories: 425 Lunch #11 Turkey Sandwich 3 oz. sliced skinless roasted turkey breast, IV2 T. canola oil mayonnaise, lettuce, tomato, 2 slices whole wheat bread (Honey Flax Bread, p.

Radical Healing: Integrating the World's Great Therapeutic Traditions to Create a New Transformative Medicine Rudolph M. Ballentine, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

Hmp rprtz/esp: Nux v 30C; CPM: Wei Te Ling (NV). Heart Disease (see Congestive Heart Failure, ASCVD and page 569). Heavy Periods (see Menstrual Bleeding, Excessive). Hemorrhoids: Figure out what's "a pain in the butt.

The Garlic Cure James F. Scheer, Lynn Allison and Charlie Fox See book keywords and concepts

Tbsp. celery seeds 1 cup green beans 2 Tbsp. mustard seeds 1 cup wax beans Cut up all vegetables. Place about 2 cups of them at a time in the blender. Cover with water. Add garlic. Process until coarsely chopped. Drain. Pour into a glass bowl or crock and cover with salted water. Let stand at least 8 hours. Drain thoroughly, pressing out excess liquid. Mix vinegar, sugar, celery seed and mustard seed in a large saucepan. Heat to boiling. Stir in vegetables; reduce heat and simmer, uncovered, for 10 more minutes. Pack into hot jars, leaving 1/4-inch head room.

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Brassica oleracea, p. 178), nettle (Urtica dioica, p. 145) Manganese soybean (Glycine max, p. 215) Phosphorus watercress (Nasturtium officinale, p. 237), celery seed (Apium graveolens, p. 61) Potassium dandelion (Taraxacum officinale, p. 140), cornsilk (Zea mays, p. 152) Selenium garlic (Allium sativum, p. 56) Silica horsetail (Equisetum arvense, p. 202), nettle (Urtica dioica, p. 145) Zinc pumpkin seeds (Cucurbita pepo, p. 194), coltsfoot (Tussilago farfara, p. 277) Watercress is a vitamin and mineral supplement in its own right.

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Peel and chop garlic. Add it to the stock and salt to taste. Bring to a boil; add greens and simmer for 5 minutes. Beat eggs with cheese. Just before serving, pour the egg mixture gradually into the simmering soup, stirring until the egg sets. Do not let soup boil. Top with croutons. MUSHROOM SOUP 6 servings A simple soup, elegant enough for the finest dinner party. 2 Tbsp. olive oil 1/2 tsp. salt 2 cloves garlic, chopped 1/2 tsp. dried oregano 1 lb.

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The strongest bitter qualities are in the herbal realm. Common examples are chicory root (Cicho-rium intybus), burdock root (Arctium lappa), horsetail (Equisetum arvense), and chaparral (Larrea divaricata). Roasted, ground chicory is available as a major ingredient in many coffee substitutes. Salty foods include miso, soy sauce, seaweeds, salt, millet, barley, plus any food made salty by the addition of salt. Salt is overused in the typical diet, while the bitter flavor is under-represented.

The majority of the diet should be in the form of soups. Soups and congees of millet, barley, or rice are cooling and soothing for lung heat. The most effective of the above foods are watercress and white fungus. White fungus is available at many Oriental groceries and herb stores. Drinking freely of horehound (Marrubium vulgare) or chickweed (Stellaria media) tea is helpful. Avoid: warming and/or congesting foods including coffee, alcohol, lamb, chicken, beef, warming fish (e.g.

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