Today’s Usage Tip: Help your Vision.

It is believed that a good sight is a huge asset in the pursuance of every vision as in a saying ‘Good vision (Sight) help Visions’ However, it is quite unfortunate that most of human endaevours threatens the health of the eyes i.e. the seat of vision.

It is important to emphasize that every workplaces is associated with a level of risk that impairs our well-being. It becomes momentous to pay attention to proactive remedial actions for preventions and repairs as the case may be with varying risk. This post is to address a common risk with OUR SIGHTS.

Workplaces (for example welding, wood carving, furniture making, exposures to screen as obtained in banking jobs, reading  and lots) from surveys are the victims of this sight risk and the following tips will help salvage the situation.

Today’s Amazing Fact: Breadfruit is high in Carbohydrate

Breadfruit, or Artocarpus altilis, is a type of fruit that grows on trees in tropical climates, including select areas of southern India and Central America. This fruit can be cooked or eaten raw, and is sometimes ground into flour. Breadfruit is rich in carbohydrates and provides dietary fiber, minerals and vitamins, so it can be a beneficial addition to your diet. Carbohydrates are your body's primary source of energy, so carbohydrate-rich foods such as breadfruit can be beneficial for athletes and other active individuals.

Breadfruit grows throughout most of the Pacific Islands and in other tropical areas, from Africa to Florida. Named for its resemblance to bread, this starchy fruit is a basic source of carbohydrates for many people living in these warm regions, but breadfruit also provides other important nutrients.

Rich in Carbohydrates

Breadfruit is rich in carbohydrates, as 1 cup provides about 60 g of this nutrient. , which is 20 percent of your recommended daily value of carbohydrates. Of this 60 g, 11 g is dietary fiber ,44 percent of your daily value. Although breadfruit is a great source of carbohydrates and fiber, it is relatively low in protein, with only 2 g per serving.

Today’s Testimony: Fibroids Healed with fruits and vegetables

by Wright, Izola 

I'm 41 years old and the first time in my life my period was 7 days late. I knew it wasn't pregnancy because of a tubal ligation 17 years earlier. When my period finally came, I  experienced bleeding for 3 weeks with cramping, and clotting. The gynecologist told me that I had fibroids and that I would need an immediate D and C. (surgery). I decided to search  the net for an alternative treatment to my condition. Inspired by the many testimonials of natural healing that I read on your site, I decided to awaken my inner knowledge of "Women heal Thyself" and to go the holistic way. 

I made an appointment with a local herbalist who put me on a 10-day herbal program for my female problems and she also suggested a colon cleanse program for 90 days.  After taking the herbs for a full 24 hour period and after having a major bowel movement, the bleeding stopped, the cramping and bloating left as well.  Praise God!  Although I stopped bleeding the very 1st day of taking the herbs I still have to continue taking the following herbal treatment for the next 9 days: Red Raspberry, Dong Quai, Capsicum and a blend of different herbs for glandular support.  I take two pills of each, 5X a day.  The colon cleanse consists of taking 4 cascara Sagrada pills 3X a day and then a liquid drink 2X a day for  the remaining 87 days.  My herbalist also suggested that I take a 21 day juice fast to detoxify and cleanse my system which I have agreed to. 

Today’s Usage Tip: Reduce swelling during pregnancy with fruits and vegetables

Some bloating is common during pregnancy. Pregnancy swelling, or edema, is the result of the body filling with extra fluids during gestation, notes the American Pregnancy Association. These additional fluids allow for tissues and joints to expand, making room for fetal growth and delivery. But while some extra fluid is necessary, pregnant women can consume certain foods to reduce the worst of the swelling symptoms.
 

High-Potassium Foods

The APA recommends women eat high-potassium foods to help reduce swelling. Because potassium is often flushed from the system by diuretic medication, women given a prescription to cope with pregnancy swelling should get an extra amount of the mineral. According to the U.S. Department of Agriculture, foods highest in potassium include sweet potatoes, white potatoes, tomato paste and tomato puree, white beans, clams, halibut, yogurt, carrot juice and prune juice. These foods all have at least 10 percent of the recommended daily value for potassium. The portable banana, another high potassium food, offers about 9 percent of the potassium you need in an average-size serving.

Vegetables and Fruits

Some natural foods, especially vegetables and fruits, help flush your system of extra fluids. These foods, known as diuretics, cause extra urination, so check with your obstetrician to determine if you should keep your intake of these foods to a specific amount. According to the University of Maryland Medical Center, diuretic foods that may help reduce the symptoms of edema include onions, asparagus, parsley, leafy greens, leeks, garlic, beets and grapes.

Today’s Amazing Fact: Meet the ‘belly fat’ burners!

Food contains energy in the form of calories. Individuals who consume more calories than they burn through exercise gain weight. However, certain foods count as "negative calorie" foods, meaning they have fewer calories than it takes the body to digest them. When negative calorie foods are paired with fatty foods, they can burn some of the excess fat, and this helps people prevent weight gain. Many fruits and vegetables act as fat-burners.

Apples

An apple a day helps keep fat away. Apples contain lots of vitamin C, which dilutes fat and makes it easier to flush from the body. Apples also have pectin, a complex carbohydrate that limits the amount of fat absorbed into cells. Pectin even aids with water absorption, again helping flush fat.

Watermelon

Watermelon will support your fat-loss effort because it is low in calories and very filling. A cup of watermelon is 50 calories. True to its name, watermelon contains large amounts of water. According to Penn State University, by "eating water," you can lose weight. Foods with large amounts of water instead of extra calories can satisfy your appetite and keep you full without requiring you to eat a lot of food. Water from food is digested significantly slower than water that you would drink as a beverage.

Grapefruit

Grapefruit can support your fat-loss effort because it is low in calories and contains a unique compound that encourages further fat loss by improving your insulin resistance, according to the American Council on Exercise, as well as Dr. Jonny Bowden, Ph.D and clinical nutrition specialist, in his book "The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth." A medium grapefruit contains only 40 calories. In a study published in the Spring 2006 edition of the "Journal of Medicinal Food," a team of researchers at the Scripps Clinic in San Diego California found that unique compound or compounds in grapefruit promote a fat-loss environment by improving your body's ability to control its blood glucose levels. Researchers admit they are still not certain why this occurs, but recommend grapefruit if you trying to lose body fat.

Today’s Testimony: Complete Detoxification

 by Wayne

Wow this is so cool. I had a good thing happen to me today. My tonsils have been bad for years, for the last few days I kept having funny feelings around that area. Now I don't know what happen or what it is. But my right tonsil looked very big today and it had the feeling something was there in my tonsil, hope I am not grossing anyone out. I know from what health teachers say that the tonsils are one of the organs that help rid us of waste in the body too. 

Well after seeing my tonsils I took some green juice and swish it around my tonsil and out came this big white ball right out of my tonsil, never saw anything like it in my life. I spit it out and it looked like a bit of cheese but round and smell really bad. This has never happen to me, I got nervous, but after it was out I felt like jumping for joy, energy came into my body like I never felt. The 18 day fast and the juicing must have clear something out of my body also I did a lot of colon cleaning with herbs and other things. My eyes took on a look of health. 

I know I sound crazy but it's all true. I still can't think of what it really is but it must be some kind of waste. God is so wise to make our bodies like this.

Already I feel new, my nerves are better and I feel peaceful. I think fasting is the greatest thing, but I do believe in eating and eating well. My diet which I follow for about two weeks before the fast was a lot of whole brown rice and lentils and other types of beans, all kinds of veg and fruit, more veg then fruit. Four glasses of veg juice a day.

Today’s Usage Tip: Fisetin from fruits and vegetables protects the aging brain and helps fight cancer

Fisetin is a unique flavonoid compound found naturally in many fruits and vegetables including strawberries, blueberries and the skin of cucumbers. A wealth of scientific research now explains how a diet packed with raw fruits and vegetables can help prevent amyloid plaque formation in the aging brain and can promote the early destruction of cancer cells by triggering the body's innate immune response. Researchers reporting in the journal Neuroscience Letters found that fisetin is neuro-protective and helps to maintain normal memory processes while inhibiting plaque formation around synapses. 

 

The International Journal of Oncology has published the work of Chinese scientists documenting how fisetin promotes the natural death of potentially malignant breast cancer cells. Fisetin is rapidly emerging as a powerful tool in the arsenal against a number of diseases associated with premature aging.

Fruits and vegetables in their natural state are typically packed with polyphenols; these polyphenols are structurally bioactive and target specific areas of the body or help to lower oxidative stress and inflammation that is behind many disease processes. The brain is particularly sensitive to stress from a high rate of metabolism necessary to oxygenate and fuel the sensitive neurons that control memory and cognition.

Fisetin Helps Prevent Inflammation in the Brain to Boost Memory and Cognition

Researchers have found that fisetin operates in a very specific pathway to boost nerve cell glutathione levels and to reduce one of the most damaging free radicals, peroxynitrite. Scientists have determined that the natural compound protects nerve cells from damage during stroke, while at the same time maintaining vital energy production in the brain. Fisetin also prevents excess activation of specialized glial cells in the brain that helps deter inflammatory nerve damage, excitotoxicity, and declining neurological health. And fisetin reduces amyloid beta fiber accumulation to improve memory and thwart cognitive decline.

Today’s Amazing Fact: Meet the Garden’s Egg (Eggplant)

Eggplants' bitter flavor and spongy texture taste best when grilled or broiled, and they can be added to sauces or roast vegetable mixtures such as caponata. This fiber-rich vegetable provides a number of vitamins and minerals along with disease-fighting antioxidants, making it a healthy addition to any diet.

Nutrients

The U.S. Department of Agriculture recommends a minimum of 2 ½ cups of vegetables per day for most adults. One cup of diced eggplant counts toward this recommendation. In this cup, you get 9 g of carbohydrates, the body's primary source of fuel. It also provides 2 percent of the recommended dietary allowance of vitamin C and 1 percent of vitamin A, calcium and iron, based on a 2,000-calorie diet. Eggplant contains 4 percent of the RDA for vitamin K, which helps with blood clotting. It also provides 6 percent of the RDA for manganese, which acts as an antioxidant to help with wound healing and bone health.

Fiber

Eggplants provide 2 g of fiber per cup. The Institute of Medicine recommends most adult women consume 25 g of fiber daily and men 38 g. Fiber helps with digestion and colon health.

Weight-Control Potential

Eggplant is low in calories, with just 35 per cup. It contains no fat and its high fiber content can help you feel full. Using eggplant in lieu of higher-calorie pastas or rice in casseroles or side dishes can help you eat fewer calories while still enjoying satisfying portions.

Antioxidants

Along with manganese, eggplant skin contains the antioxidant nasunin. A study in the journal "Toxicology" published in August 2000 found that nasunin from eggplants helped prevent cellular damage in the brains of rats. Eggplants also are high in a chlorogenic acid, a powerful antioxidant offering antimicrobial and antiviral activities along with the ability to help lower bad cholesterol levels.

Today’s Testimony: Lost 20 Pounds Plus Better Health

By Kim L

 

"A highlight was a trip to the doctor. Upon examining my blood pressure, the doctor took a second look at the readings and said, ‘I don't know what you are doing, but whatever it is, keep it up.’ "

I found it difficult, if not impossible, to control my eating as I kept falling into the old bad habits. I had tried but it always felt like I was forcing myself. I started reading a book called Fasting To Freedom, some nutritional points I already knew, but there was things I didn't know that really shocked me into action. I bought a juicer, made fresh juice, and started eating less. I even stopped drinking my five or six coffees a day. To my surprise, it was easier than I thought.

The first thing I noticed was the effect of the caffeine withdrawal. For the first two weeks I was lethargic, wanting to sleep constantly. The second thing I noticed was the weight loss. I was losing half a pound per day. As time went on, I felt better. There were times when I felt incredible surges of energy. Occasionally I felt bad and thought "this can't be doing any good." Luckily, I persevered to reap the benefits.

Today’s Usage Tip: Mangosteen helps with Arthritis.

Arthritis is a joint disorder that causes swelling, stiffness and pain when you move. The most common forms are osteoarthritis, caused by wear and tear on the joints, and rheumatoid arthritis, an autoimmune disorder. 

Risk factors include a family history of arthritis, being over 50, being obese or having experienced repeated joint injury. The juice of the mangosteen, an Asian fruit, contains natural compounds that may help relieve the inflammation and pain of arthritis. Consult your doctor to determine if adding mangosteen to your regimen is advisable for you.

Mangosteen

The mangosteen, or Garcinia mangostana, is a Southeast Asian plant that produces fruit similar in size and shape to a tangerine. The fruit has a thick, reddish rind surrounding creamy, white flesh divided into several segments. Mangosteen is a traditional component of Asian herbal medicine, often used by practitioners to treat gastric upset and diarrhea, or as a topical treatment for skin wounds and infections. It also contains a number of natural compounds called xanthones that may have many health benefits, including treatment of arthritis.

Xanthones

Mangosteen contains over 40 compounds that belong to a class called xanthones, natural antioxidants with many potential health benefits. These compounds are contained in all parts of the fruit, but are most concentrated in the rind or skin. Because of their antioxidant properties, xanthones help remove free radicals, byproducts of metabolism that may potentially damage cells. Two of these compounds, alpha-mangostin and gamma-mangostin, also inhibit the activity of two enzymes, called COX-1 and COX-2, that help cause inflammation and the pain of arthritis.

The Evidence

A number of laboratory studies examined the possible anti-inflammatory activity of xanthones in mangosteen. For example, in the January 2002 "Biochemica Pharmacology," Dr. K. Nakatini and colleagues report finding that gamma-mangostin inhibits COX enzymes and reduces production of prostaglandin, an inflammatory compound, in cell cultures. In addition, Dr. L. Chen and colleagues published a study in the February 2008 "Food and Chemical Toxicology" showing that both alpha-mangostin and gamma-mangostin have anti-inflammatory activity in animals and in cultured cells. These and other studies suggest that mangosteen may reduce or prevent the inflammation caused by arthritis, although clinical studies in humans are needed to confirm this possibility.

Today’s Amazing fact: Why certain fruits in pregnancy!

While you may realize that certain fruits are important for a healthy pregnancy, you may not realize why your doctor has told you to eat certain fruits. Here's a quick guide with explanations for what each fruit during pregnancy can provide.

Let's start with Folic and Folic Acid. Oranges and Orange Juice are a great source for this important consideration. Folic Acid helps prevent Neural tube defects and is especially recommended for the first trimester of pregnancy and specifically during the very start of a new pregnancy. Spina Bifida is the most common form of neural tube defects.

Next we can focus on the always important Vitamin C. Found in oranges, peaches, apricots, raisins, dates, strawberries and other fruits this vitamin is capable of helping the body absorb iron, strengthen muscle and blood vessels, strengthen bones and cartilage and even help structure connective tissues. It's important to remember that the body doesn't store Vitamin C at high levels since it's water soluble, so you will need to get a daily dose. While not proven, there is also the belief that Vitamin C can help reduce the risk of preterm rupture and preterm labor. Some other fruits you can try include melons, apples, blueberries and grapefruit.

Vitamin A is another important vitamin which can specifically target your baby's body.  According to Fitness Tips For Life this Vitamin can help form the baby's bones and teeth, while also targeting their heart, ears, eyes and their immune system. Parents who do not get enough Vitamin A can cause vision problems in their babies. Vitamin A can also help repair the body after childbirth so it's great for both mommy and baby. Please beware, overdosing on Vitamin A can cause birth defects and liver toxicity, you should talk to your doctor if you are using supplements to obtain your Vitamin A. Fruits with a good amount of Vitamin A include carrots, spinach, cantelope, apricots, mango and peaches and peppers.

Today’s Testimony:Improved Rheumatoid Arthritis Through 30 Days of Fasting

By Heather Lester "During the fast, I did not feel the need for any pain medication; I was able to manage without. The swelling in my fingers and knees disappeared and edema in my lower legs was gone!"   I have had rheumatoid arthritis for well over 17 years and have taken a multitude of prescribed drugs. Nothing has stabilized or slowed down the progression of the disease. One doctor called it an aggressive form of Rheumatoid Arthritis and stubborn in responding to the medications. All my joints are affected and there is considerable damage. My knees being the worst affected, they have developed osteo-arthritis. After previous failed attempts to finish an extended fast, I recently completed my first 30 day juice fast. During the fast, a lot of healing had taken place. Fatigue is a major issue with auto-immune diseases such as rheumatoid arthritis, but during the fast my energy levels actually increased while overall joint pain significantly decreased. In fact I did not feel the need for any pain medication and was able to manage without. The swelling in my fingers and knees disappeared and edema in my lower legs was gone!  I now have more flexibility in my fingers and ankles. I had almost complete fusion in my wrists, but have noticed some loosening up. Mobility has improved in my knees and lower back, and I can bend over with more ease. I can stand for longer periods of time than before and have been able to exercise with less suffering afterwards. Joints are extra stiff upon arising in the morning and it would take around 30 minutes or so before getting loosened up. That has been reduced in half. This is huge!  I shared about the fast with my doctor and she did not respond in a positive way, actually rolling her eyes. I am convinced that rheumatoid arthritis can be controlled or possibly cured by fasting. I am so confident that I am not resuming the medication I was on or beginning the new one suggested by my doctor.

Today’s Usage Tip: Fruits and Vegetables that burns belly fat fast.

Serious about knocking off belly fat? Did you know that apart from exercise, certain foods too can help to burn belly fat. Adding the right food to your menu could give the desired result. If you thought only exercise helps to burn belly fat, think again. Sensible food choices can also contribute in losing abdominal fat.

Certain vegetables show fat burning properties, and hence their addition in meals would be a wise decision, in order to reduce the belly size. When it comes to hunting for fat burning vegetables, cruciferous vegetables are the best bet. Moreover, they are high in nutrition, as they are excellent sources of vitamins, and therefore certainly good for optimal health.

Vegetables
As aforementioned, cruciferous vegetables score high when it comes to dropping that extra flab. No wonder they top the list of foods that burn abdominal fat. Cruciferous vegetables are loaded with phytochemicals (substances that display fat burning qualities). Phytochemicals provide a fat burning effect, that work to promote belly fat loss. The fat burning activity of phytochemicals is the reason why cruciferous vegetables are considered as belly fat burning food.

Also, there are certain compounds known as xenoestrogens present in the environment that are notorious for causing hormonal imbalances. Our body suffering from these hormonal changes finds it hard to lose fat stores. Thus, losing tummy fat in the presence of xenoestrogens can be a tough task. Phytochemicals counteract the effects of xenoestrogens, thereby encouraging belly fat loss. As cruciferous vegetables are high in phytochemicals, they are well equipped to tackle this menace of xenoestrogens. Therefore, don't forget to empower your body with phytochemicals to defeat xenoestrogens. There is no doubt that eating cruciferous vegetables everyday can substantially reduce the impact of estrogens on our body, making it easier to get rid of excess belly fat. The names of these vegetables are Cabbage, Brussels sprouts, Cauliflower, Broccoli, Kale, Collard greens, Mustard greens and avocado.

Today’s Amazing Fact: Meet the potent disease fighter, PEAR!

A pear contains 103 calories, or 5 percent of a standard 2,000-calorie diet. Pears are a convenient, flavorful, low-calorie food. In Spain they say "Esto es La Pera," which means "this is the pear" when referring to something that is particularly successful or wonderful. The saying is relevant to the pear's nutritional contribution to a healthy diet.

 

Pears have more nutrients per calorie than calories per nutrient (surprising since they are so sweet). They are a good source of dietary fiber, vitamin C, copper & vitamin K. Having a strong immune system is essential in fighting off disease and illness. Pears help to boost the immune system because they contain antioxidants such as vitamin C and copper which fight off free radicals and disease in the body.

When you eat a pear, your body absorbs glucose, which is converted into energy. Eating a pear can be a great pick-me-up if you feel sluggish in the afternoon.

A medium-sized pear that weighs about 6 oz. provides 7.5 mg vitamin C, or 13 percent of the 60 mg U.S. Department of Agriculture recommended daily value (DV); 12 micrograms of folic acid, or 3 percent of the 400-microgram DV; and 41 IU of vitamin A, or about 1 percent of the 5,000-IU DV. The body needs vitamin C to synthesize new skin tissue for the healing of wounds and repair of blood vessels. Folic acid is used for cell division necessary for healthy DNA. The nutrient also prevents birth defects. Vitamin A is essential for the support of eye, skin and hair health.

The fiber content in one pear is 5.5 g, or 22 percent of the 25-g DV. Fiber in your diet is important for eliminating excess cholesterol through the digestive tract and providing bulk in foods that satisfies hunger and discourages excessive eating and snacking. These actions help prevent the development of heart disease and obesity, two prevalent health disorders in the United States.

Today’s Testimony: Lost 40 Pounds On a 40 Day Fasting Diet

By Konrad

“Before the fast I weighed 290 pounds, was physically inactive and definitely out of shape, pretty much the worst shape of my life.” 

 

I had fasted before, no longer than three days and that was many years ago. I dreaded the idea. However, when one of my best friends told me he wanted to fast for 40 days, that struck a chord in my spirit and I felt I should join him. I realized I wasn’t ready for water fasting and I was thinking about what exactly I should fast. After spending some time in prayer and on the Freedomyou site, which was most encouraging, came to two conclusions:

I knew the fast had to be radical, otherwise there would be too much room for compromise. We decided to include herbal teas in our fast as well…no regular tea and definitely no coffee, and no milk or sugar.

The fast had to be for an extended period of time to have any lasting effect on my spirit, mind and body.

We set our starting date about three or four weeks after we made the decision based on our business and travel schedules. 

Today’s Usage Tip: Fruits that help sleep well.

More than one-third of adults suffer from insomnia, according to the Mayo Clinic. This condition can lead to complications, including anxiety, hypertension, depression and cognitive dysfunction. Those suffering from chronic insomnia may become prone to opportunistic infections. Several natural interventions might help promote a restful sleep. People suffering from insomnia should consider using natural healing fruits as an alternative to strong pharmaceutical sedatives. A person suffering from insomnia should consult a qualified health care provider if symptoms persist for more than a few weeks or cause significant disruptions in daily life.

 

When hunger strikes before bed, it can be tough to hunker down and fall asleep without having a nibble of something. Reaching for a nutritious piece of fruit is a better choice than downing an ice-cream bar or a cheeseburger, but it's best to keep your serving sizes small to avoid a night time sugar rush and a calorie overload.

Grapes

A 2005 study published in the Journal of the Science of Food and Agriculture confirmed that grapes contain melatonin. According to the U.S. National Institutes of Health, this antioxidant hormone appears to effectively treat jet lag, delayed sleep phase syndrome and insomnia. If eaten in large quantities before bed, foods containing melatonin might enable deeper sleep with fewer disruptions. Additionally, grapes are an excellent source of immune-supporting antioxidant phytonutrients such as anthocyanins and resveratrol.

Passion Fruit

Passion fruit and passion flower both contain medicinal alkaloids, including the sedative compound harman. According to the National Institutes of Health, these botanical medicines have traditionally been used to treat anxiety, insomnia and restlessness. The compounds found in this versatile fruit might also theoretically treat asthma, bronchitis and other respiratory infections, but there is little evidence to support these traditional uses. Passion fruit is commonly available as a fresh, canned or frozen fruit.

Today’s Amazing Fact: Mangosteen ‘ Queen of Fruits’ !

Mangosteen is a type of unique tropical fruit that originates from southeast Asia. It has been prized for centuries, both in its native countries and in the West, despite the difficulty of transporting it before the advent of modern technology.

Mangosteen has been used both as a delicious food and as a source of traditional medicine, and was once brought all the way around the world so that it could be sampled by Queen Victoria. Its health benefits were first written about as long ago as the 18th century. Now, scientific study of mangosteen fruit shows that these benefits aren't just mythical.

What are Xanthones?

The primary active components of the mangosteen fruit are called xanthones. Xanthones are a recently discovered class of polyphenolic compounds that are biologically active and structurally similar to bioflavanoids. These compounds occur only rarely in nature, with the majority being found in only two families of plants. Two hundred naturally occurring xanthones have so far been identified. Around forty of them have been discovered in the mangosteen fruit.

Xanthones and their derivatives have been shown to have several benefits, including anti-inflammatory properties, anti-allergic, and anti-convulsant abilities. There are also other components of the mangosteen that have medicinal qualities, including polysaccharides, sterols, proanthocyanidins and catechins. These are less nutritionally important and biologically active thanxanthones, but are still a major part of providing the fruit with its medicinal benefits, since many of them act as antioxidants.

What Can Mangosteen Compounds Do?

The xanthones and other antioxidants in mangosteen do provide a useful benefit. In the body, oxidation by peroxides and oxygen itself can create free radicals. These free radicals can then cause reactions that cause cellular damage. This kind of damage is associated with many human diseases, from stroke and neurological conditions to some types of cancer. Consuming antioxidants reduces the number of oxidation reactions, and helps to capture free radicals, reducing cellular damage.

Today’s Testimony: Diabetes Dramatically Improved Through Juice Fasting

By Jim and Nareece 
 

“After seeing the doctor on my 3 month checkup, he was amazed. My blood pressure went from 170 over 80, to 90 over 60. Cholesterol went from 177 to 111. Also my doctor knocked my daily insulin shots in half.” 

A very good friend of mine turned me onto to the fruits and veggies gospel after I witnessed positive results from his fast. It was very convincing. My wife and I started a fast with fantastic results. You see we have tried many diets but always failed because we cheated and went back to our old ways. Since I am also a diabetic I found it extremely tough to lose weight, not to mention all the new medications I am now taking. Nothing worked and it really felt like my life was slipping away. I had water on my ankles and legs for so long that it was difficult to exercise or walk at all. I had to do something because I was losing the battle. (Taking insulin shots four times a day was not allowing me to lose any weight) 

After the first two weeks of the fast my wife looked at my legs and ankles and said you look like you have bird legs. It has now been two months and I have shed 25 pounds and my wife lost 21 pounds. Plus after seeing my doctor on my 3 month checkup he was amazed. My blood pressure went from 170 over 80 to 90 over 60. Cholesterol went from 177 to 111. Many people where I work have noticed the difference with me. Also my doctor knocked my daily insulin shots in half. I am attaching the recipes I used.

Breakfast
4 carrots
4 radishes
¼ yam
2 celery stalks
4 small tomatoes (Roma)
5-6 Broccoli flowers (use fresh or package)
Small slice of onion (purple for taste)
1 garlic clove (optional)
¼ piece of a fresh jalapeno (optional)
1 whole red bell pepper (or use ½ red ½ green pepper)
Lemon Pepper and a little salt for taste

Dinner Drink
¼ Cantaloupe
1 pear
3 apples (large or 4 small ones)
4-5 carrots
¼ yam (optional, use for carb. only)
1 orange (Freshly squeezed only)
Sprinkle cinnamon and mix

Drink as much as you want. Eat a regular meal a day, lunch or dinner or it could even be breakfast.

Today’s Usage Tip: Protect your Heart with High Potassium Fruit and Veggies.

High blood pressure so sad is a common challenge in Africa, even at the global stage especially with adults (cases of young people are few). This can be associated with daily stress and other emotional issues coupled with bad diet. However, Fruits and vegetables are one of the best sources for getting heart-healthy potassium. Because potassium is found naturally in fruits and vegetables, it is highly absorbable and can be used by the body in a variety of ways.

Potassium is a mineral and electrolyte that regulates blood pressure as well as muscle function. Symptoms of a potassium deficiency are muscle weakness, aches, cramps, nausea, anxiousness, drowsiness, weakness, and an irregular heartbeat. However consuming an adequate amount of potassium is not too difficult if a few easy foods are consumed with regularity. I have put together a compilation in no particular order of some fruits and vegetables that are high in potassium. Enjoy.

Bananas – 422 mg

Let’s get the most obvious fact that just one Banana contains 422mg of potassium. Bananas are famous for their potassium content but are also high in the vitally important mineral, manganese, as well as both vitamin C and fiber. 

Here’s a tip for peeling a banana; pinch the tip on the end opposite to the “handle” (stem) and peel from that end and you won’t have any more bruised bananas. I got this tip by watching monkey’s eat bananas on the Discovery Channel.

Prunes – 637 mg

Although commonly used in cases of ‘plumbing problems, prunes are high in potassium as well as free-radical-busting antioxidants. if you’ve ever wondered why prunes have an almost magical power to relieve constipation, it’s because they are high in a natural laxative known as dihydrophenylistatin. Remember this fact and you can really help your friends with this.

Today’s Amazing Fact : The Multi-task ‘Kiwi Fruit’ !

Kiwifruits, or kiwi, is an edible berry about the size of a chicken egg. It features a fuzzy peel that surrounds a green fruit with black seeds and a creamy white center. Kiwis taste slightly sweet and tangy with a creamy texture. It is available year-round in most grocery stores and is often eaten alone or as part of a salad, on fruit tarts or in smoothies. In addition to counting as 1/2 cup, or one serving, of fruit, according to the U.S. Department of Agriculture Food Guide Pyramid, kiwis offer a wealth of nutrients.

There have been numerous studies on the nutritional and health benefits of kiwifruit. Here are some facts about the multiple function of Kiwi fruit in humans:

Kiwifruit are the nutrition powerhouse of fruit

Kiwifruit consistently rank at the top of fruit in nutrition density models, which tell us exactly how nutritious foods are. That means you get more vitamins and minerals per gram, and per calorie, of kiwifruit than most other fruit.

Kiwifruit are rich in vitamin C

While everyone always thinks of oranges for vitamin C, they should actually think of kiwifruit - there is twice as much vitamin C in kiwifruit as there are in oranges! So much, in fact, you only need one kiwifruit each day to get the amount recommended for your daily intake.

Kiwifruit are especially high in other vitamins compared to other fruit

Vitamin E
It's quite unusual for a low fat food - let alone fruit - to be a good source of vitamin E, which is well-known for its heart health and antioxidant properties. However, kiwifruit is a great low-fat, natural source of vitamin E.

Folic Acid
Kiwifruit are a natural source of folic acid which is needed to prevent cardiovascular disease, help brain and cognitive development and prevent neural defects in babies - both before and during pregnancy.