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Evaluation Since the efficacy of the drug for the claimed indications has not been proven, its therapeutic use cannot be recommended. The dried fruit as well as aqueous extracts, aqueous-alcoholic extracts, aqueous infusions and the fresh pressed juice are traditionally taken to strengthen and invigorate cardiovascular function. to Ph. Eur., not less than 1.0%, calculated as cyanidin chloride [1, 2]. The fla-vonoid content of the fruits (0.05-0.

The Natural Medicine Guide to the 50 Most Common Medicinal Herbs Heather Boon, BScPhm, PhD and Michael Smith, BPharm, MRPharmS, ND See book keywords and concepts

Internal þ dried fruit: 30-120 mg three times daily.3 þ capsicum tincture (BPC 1986): 0.3-1.0 mL daily.3 Note: Capsicum is found in a variety of commercial external analgesic preparations, including Heet lotion, Infra-Rub ointment, Sloan's liniment, Zostrix, Zostrix-HP and Axsain. Cat's Claw Uncaria tomentosa (Willd. Ex Roem.& Schult) DC or Uncaria guianensis (Aubl.) J.F. Gmel.

The New Optimum Nutrition Bible Patrick Holford See book keywords and concepts

The best way to break the habit is to avoid concentrated sweetness in the form of sugar, sweets, sweet desserts, dried fruit, and pure fruit juice. Instead, dilute fruit juice and get used to eating fruit instead of having a dessert. Sweeten breakfast cereals with fruit and have fruit instead of sweet snacks. If you gradually reduce the sweetness in your food, you will get used to the taste. Remember, we are designed to eat food that you can pick off a tree or pull out of the ground. Take a look at your average supermarket cart. Ever seen that stuff grow on trees?

Indian Herbal Remedies: Rational Western Therapy, Ayurvedic and Other Traditional Usage, Botany C. P. Khare See book keywords and concepts

Classical use According to Ayurved Saukhyam, unripe fruit is highly acidic; ripe fruit is a laxative, appetiser, digestive stimulant, cleanses urinary bladder; dried fruit pulp is a cardiac tonic, cures exhaustion, giddiness, mental fatigue and morbid thirst. Amlikaa, Muurvaa (Marsdenia tenacissima), Chitraka (Plumbago zeylanica), Soorana (Amor-phophallus) and Saindhava (sea-salt)—these drugs taken together were called Panch Hutaashnaa (Panchaagni). This group was prescribed for treating piles, diseases of the liver and deranged digestion.

The dried fruit possesses detergent properties and is used as shampoo for the head. A fixed oil (yield 16 %), brownish yellow in colour, exhibits hair growth-promoting property. The fruit contains 28, twig bark 21, stem bark 8-9, and leaves 22 % tannin. The fruit contains 2 tannins, one giving on hydrolysis gallic acid, ellagic acid and glucose and the other giving ellagic acid and glucose. Triphala finds its application as a laxative in constipation, biliousness, dyspepsia, piles, enlarged liver and ascites.

The dried fruit loses only 20 % of its vitamin in 375 days when kept in a refrigerator; loses 67 % in the same period when stored in room temperature. Vitamin C saturation is more quickly reached with Aamalaka powder than with synthetic vitamin C. The fruit pulp contains moisture 81.2, protein 0.5, fat 0.1; mineral matter 0.7, fibre 3.4, carbohydrate 14.1, Ca 0.05, P 0.02 %; Fe 1.2 mg, nicotinic acid 0.2 mg, vitamin C 600 mg/100 g. Vitamin C content up to 720 mg/100 g of fresh pulp and 921 mg/100 c3 of pressed juice has been recorded. The fruit is also a rich source of pactin.

Heinerman's Encyclopedia of Healing Juices John Heinerman See book keywords and concepts

They are nearly always eaten out of hand or used as a fresh fruit, since they dissolve when cooked and are not suitable for drying in the sun to be marketed as dried fruit. The European plums have a milder flavor and a meatier texture. Some varieties are quite good when eaten out of hand, but most are at their best when cooked or baked. These are the only types that are sun-dried and sold as dried fruit. When shopping for plums, select those that have good color, are at least medium-sized, and are unbruised. Remember to avoid buying the first plum varieties that arrive in market in early May.

The Natural Medicine Guide to the 50 Most Common Medicinal Herbs Heather Boon, BScPhm, PhD and Michael Smith, BPharm, MRPharmS, ND See book keywords and concepts

Parts Used The dried fruit and seeds are used medicinally. Traditional Use Capsicum is one the oldest and most widely used spices in the world. One author estimates that approximately 25% of the world's population uses capsicum on a daily basis.6 The spice itself has enjoyed a long history in many healing disciplines. Historically, it was used as a stimulant to the whole body, and thought to aid digestion, the nervous system and circulation.78 During the early part of the last century, it was a key herbal remedy used by the Thomsonian practitioners of North America.

A randomized, placebo-controlled, double-blinded study (n=30) found that ingestion of red pepper powder (obtained by grinding the dried fruit of Capsicum annuum) was more effective than placebo in decreasing the intensity of dyspeptic symptoms.72 Participants in the study were asked to take capsules of study drug 15 minutes before each meal: 1 capsule (500 mg) before breakfast, two capsules before lunch and two capsules before dinner for five weeks.

Introduction Family þ Verbenaceae Synonyms þ Chasteberry þ Agnus-castus þ Monk's pepper1 Medicinal Forms þ dried fruit (berries) þ Standardized Extract þ Tincture Description Chaste tree is a deciduous aromatic shrub native to Mediterranean Europe, central Asia and parts of India, but now widely cultivated in sub-tropical regions. The chaste tree grows to 6-7 meters or 20-25 feet, with palm-shaped leaves. Small lilac-like flowers grow in whorls on long spikes and produce purple peppercorn-shaped berries. Parts Used The distinctive purple berries are the parts used medicinally.

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

Also an antifermentative in the sugar and syrup industries and an antibrowning ingredient in cut fruits, and is used in frozen apples, dried fruit, prepared fruit pie mix, peeled potatoes, maraschino cherries, dried fruits, and glaceed fruits. Used to bleach straw, silk, and wool; and as a developer in photography. Products containing sulfites may release sulfur dioxide. If this is inhaled by people who suffer from asthma, it can trigger an asthmatic attack. Sulfites are known to cause stomach irritation, nausea, diarrhea, skin rash, and swelling in sulfite-sensitive people.

Food & Mood: The Complete Guide to Eating Well and Feeling Your Best, Second Edition Elizabeth Somer, M.A., R.D. See book keywords and concepts

Trail-mix breakfast: Mix your favorite ready-to-eat cereal with almonds, dried fruit, pumpkin seeds, and/or sunflower seeds (in a ratio of two parts cereal to one part everything else). Serve with fruit, nonfat milk, or juice. 21. Pocket breakfast: Scramble 72 cup egg substitute with 72 cup fresh, chopped spinach; I tablespoon grated cheddar cheese; and salt and pepper to taste. Fill a whole wheat pita bread with egg mixture. Serve with orange juice. 22. Peel and slice one kiwi and mix it into low-fat strawberry-kiwi yogurt.

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

Also called chile pepper or red pepper, it comes from the dried fruit of several species and hybrids of plants in the Solanaceae family. The main active ingredient in cayenne is capsaicin, the stuff that makes hot peppers hot. In concentrated form, cayenne is so irritating that it's bottled in self-defense sprays that are advertised as being strong enough to stop a charging grizzly bear. Other constituents in cayenne include carotenoids, vitamins A and C, and volatile oils. The carotene molecules are potent antioxidants.

Prescription for Herbal Healing: An Easy-to-Use A-Z Reference to Hundreds of Common Disorders and Their Herbal Remedies Phyllis A. Balch, CNC See book keywords and concepts

Fresh and dried fruit, while high in fiber, are also high in sugar and should be eaten in very limited quantities or avoided altogether. Also avoid refined flours and sugars. One or two drinks with a meal temporarily paralyzes the liver's ability to convert protein into glucose and could result in lower blood sugars, but this effect is lost if simple carbohydrates (bread, pasta, and potatoes) or sweets are eaten.

Principles and Practice of Phytotherapy: Modern Herbal Medicine Simon Mills and Kerry Bone See book keywords and concepts

DOSAGE • 900-1800 mg of the dried fruit per day or as infusion. • 3 to 6 ml of 1:2 liquid extract per day, 7-14 ml of 1:5 tincture per day. • 5-20 drops of the essential oil per day. DURATION OF USE The Commission E advises that fennel preparations should not be taken for more than several weeks without doctors' advice.14 Despite this unexplained caution, fennel is safe for use in the long term. SUMMARY ASSESSMENT OF SAFETY Except in rare cases of contact allergy in susceptible patients, fennel is an extremely safe herb.

The Woman's Encyclopedia of Natural Healing Dr. Gary Null See book keywords and concepts

Other types of supplementation that have been shown to help in recent studies include vitamin E, magnesium, biotin, powdered fenugreek seed, and the juice, seeds, or dried fruit of bitter melon. Yoga and biofeedback therapy have also been shown to help. (See below.) NUTRITION/DIET Diabetes mellitus is the third leading cause of death in the United States and is responsible for 12 percent of all new cases of blindness, 25 percent of all cases of end-stage renal disease, and 40 percent of all nontraumatic amputations of the feet and legs among adults.

The juice as well as the seeds or dried fruit of unripe bitter melon have been found to have oral hypoglycemic activity. Bitter melon contains numerous compounds with such effects, particularly the polypeptide p-insulin. J. Cunnick and D. Takemoto, "Bitter Melon (Momordica Cha-rantia)," Journal of Naturopathic Medicine 4, no. 1 (1993): 16-21. A study administered 5 g of dried bitter melon powder 3 times a day or a single morning dose of 100 ml of an aqueous extract of bitter melon to type II diabetics.

Alternative Medicine the Definitive Guide, Second Edition Larry Trivieri, Jr. See book keywords and concepts

But also included are the more natural sources of sugar, such as honey and concentrated fruit sugar found in dried fruit and fruit juice, as well as the sugars in alcohol." Foods that cause difficulties in digestion or that contain high amounts of toxins, and all junk foods, should also be eliminated. "Meats and animal products in general are notoriously difficult to digest and contain toxins such as bacteria, hormones, pesticides, and antibiotics," Dr. Hibbs points out."If you do eat meat, make sure your digestion is strong and buy organic, free-range meat products.

The diet consists of eating foods high in non-aller-genic complex carbohydrates and fiber, while avoiding simple and refined sugars (including dried fruit and fruit juices, chocolate, pastries, sodas, and candy), food additives and colorings, preservatives, alcohol, and caffeine. Margarine, shortening, and other sources of partially hydrogenated oils should also be avoided, and saturated fats from red meat, dairy products, eggs, and warm-water fish are limited.

Encyclopedia of Fruits, Vegetables, Nuts and Seeds for Healthful Living Dr. Joseph M. Kadans, N.D. See book keywords and concepts

Preparation: When cooked with sugar, currants lose much of their medicinal value, and when made into jams and jellies they tend to become acid-forming. As a dried fruit it makes a valuable addition to fruit and vegetable salads, blender drinks, or just eaten by the handful with almonds or some other kind of nut. Instead of candy, a nutritional and delicious treat for the children are currant balls. Just grind the currants, and mix and roll in freshly grated coconut.

PRUNES, DRIED Botanical information: Prunus domestica, the dried fruit of any one of several varieties of the common plum. Nutritive values: Vitamin A: 1,890 I.U. per 100 gm. Fat: .6 gm. Vitamin B: Thiamine .10 mg.; Carbohydrates: 71 gm. Riboflavin .16 mg; Niacin 1.7 Calcium: 11 mg. mg. Iron: .7 mg. Vitamin C: 3 mg. Phosphorus: 85 mg. Protein: 2.3 gm. Calories: 268 Potassium: 810 mg. Reported health benefits: Prunes are excellent for increasing one's vitality and improving the blood circulation.

Smart Medicine for Healthier Living : Practical A-Z Reference to Natural and Conventional Treatments for Adults Janet Zand, LAc, OMD, Allan N. Spreed, MD, CNC, James B. LaValle, RPh, ND See book keywords and concepts

When you are in the midst of an acute Candida infection, do not eat foods with a high content of mold, such as cheeses, dried fruit, peanuts, and melons. ¦ Avoid alcoholic beverages, which are fermented and contain yeasts. Also, the body breaks alcohol down into sugar, which yeast thrive on. If you feel deprived without an occasional cocktail, choose vodka (but avoid mixing it with fruit juice). Vodka seems to have less impact on candidiasis than other alcoholic beverages. ¦ Avoid refined and processed foods.

Food & Mood: The Complete Guide to Eating Well and Feeling Your Best, Second Edition Elizabeth Somer, M.A., R.D. See book keywords and concepts

Breakfast sandwich: Toast whole wheat, pumpernickel, or rye bread and top with a slice of Muenster or farmer cheese mixed with dried fruit. Serve with fresh fruit or juice, 15. Eat-on-the-run breakfast: A muffin (preferably whole wheat, oat, carrot, or bran), a minibox of raisins, and a box of orange juice or 6 ounces of low-fat yogurt. 16. Leftover breakfast: Have a little something from the night before, such as a slice of pizza, a reheated baked potato filled with vegetables and cheese, a piece of chicken with toast and some fruit, or a bowl of tomato soup with crackers. 17.

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

You also should avoid foods that contain mold and yeast, including alcoholic beverages, cheeses, dried fruit, melons, mushrooms, and peanuts. There's a clear rationale behind the ban on these foods, naturopathic doctors believe. Candida albicans, the fungus that causes yeast infections, thrives on sugar, and because milk is high in lactose—also a sugar—it may contribute to a yeast infection. While you're dodging those foods, naturopathic doctors say that you can also take a number of nutritional supplements that have been known to clear up more than one stubborn case of vaginitis.

Food and Healing Annemarie Colbin See book keywords and concepts

If you have been addicted to sugar, try such substitutes as dates, frozen bananas, semimoist dried fruit, or baked goods sweetened with barley malt or maple syrup, and especially sweet orange vegetables, like yams and winter squash; they satisfy the sweet tooth without restarting the addiction. The most common food allergies are those to milk and milk products, eggs, wheat, corn, shellfish, nuts, chocolate, coffee, and alcohol. If the reactions are nonphysical, such as anxiety, sleeplessness, or extreme fatigue, you may not even be aware that you have a food allergy.

Weight Watchers also excludes dried legumes, soups, dried fruit, popcorn, salad dressings, and smoked fish. THEY IGNORE: Fermented soy products, sea vegetables. EFFECTS I'm not aware of any healing effects that this approach to food may have, except for possible weight loss. Slimming down, of course, can by itself automatically bring on an improvement of certain disorders. Unfortunately, when there is no change toward healing at a deeper level, old habits return, and so does the weight.

Heinerman's Encyclopedia of Healing Juices John Heinerman See book keywords and concepts

The raisin is our most important dried fruit and is produced by drying grapes in sunlight. Ninety-nine percent of our raisins are seedless, all of which are made from Thompson seedless grapes. Golden-colored seedless raisins are nothing more than regular raisins that have been bleached with sulphur dioxide. Cluster raisins that have seeds and are attached to the stems are made from muscatel grapes. They used to be fairly popular in our grandparents' time, but have all but disappeared from the marketplace.

Optimal Wellness Ralph Golan, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

Although fresh fruit is not as sweet as dried fruit or fruit juice, too much can trigger hypoglycemic reactions in sensitive individuals. Initially, one piece of fruit a day may be all you can tolerate, although in more severe cases even less may be advisable. As your hypoglycemic condition improves, you can add back more fruit. If you're trying to kick a candy bar or sugar habit, fresh fruit is a splendid alternative initially whenever you feel like something sweet. Eventually, and if necessary, you'll be able to get by with less fruit until your condition stabilizes. 10.

Foods That Fight Disease: A Simple Guide to Using and Understanding Phytonutrients to Protect and Enhance Your Health Laurie Deutsch Mozian, M.S., R.D. See book keywords and concepts

Eliminate fruit juice and dried fruit from your diet and limit fresh fruit intake to one to two servings a day. Select fruits from those rich in FOS. These will help increase the production of good bacteria, which will counter the negative effects of an overgrowth of Candida. Avoid milk and milk products, except for eight ounces of plain yogurt with acidophilus daily. The lactose in milk will act as a sugar medium in which the yeast can grow. The quantity of lactose in yogurt is reduced because it is a cultured product.

Food & Mood: The Complete Guide to Eating Well and Feeling Your Best, Second Edition Elizabeth Somer, M.A., R.D. See book keywords and concepts

Instant oatmeal cooked in nonfat or I percent low-fat milk and topped with wheat germ, dried fruit, brown sugar and extra milk if desired. Serve with fresh fruit or juice. 8. Breakfast burrito: Fill a heated flour tortilla with chopped and lightly sauteed green bell pepper, onion, and pimiento; scrambled egg substitute; and grated cheese. Top with salsa and serve with nonfat milk or fruit juice. 9. Top fat-free cottage cheese with sliced kiwi, fresh strawberries, fresh blueberries, and other fruit. Drizzle with honey and serve with fruit juice or a slice of whole wheat toast. 10.

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