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11/04/2022

Examples of spices and what they can do for the body:

Turmeric - A powerful antioxidant that should be combined with pepper in order to be most effective. Antioxidants help the body regenerate itself after a toxic overload.

Nutmeg - This widely used spice comes from the evergreen tree and is used to make eggnog during the holiday season. It can help increase circulation as well as get rid of unhealthy, toxic cells in the body.

Peppercorn - Anything spicy helps increase the body's metabolism and circulation, including peppercorn. It's also used as a disinfecting agent for minor scrapes and cuts.

Ginger - Ginger is great for pain as well as digestive problems such as nausea. Nutrients from food are more easily absorbed when ginger is added to the recipe.

Red Clover - Used for PMS, menopausal problems and cleansing the blood. It has been said to create a feeling of relaxation to promote good sleep.

Garlic - Garlic is widely used to prevent colds, flu and pneumonia during the winter months, as it's an immune-stimulating agent. Garlic can lowers cholesterol, blood pressure and blood sugar. It can be used for much more, so do thorough research if you've been diagnosed with a disease or other illness.

Rosemary - This spice helps get the blood flowing and stimulates and cleanses the nervous system, which is comprised of the brain and spinal cord and is the most important system in the body.

Parsley - Parsley assists the body in its natural cleansing process because of its high levels of chlorophyll. Parsley may help with arthritis pain and cardiovascular disease because it contains alpha-linolenic acid, an omega-3 fatty acid.

Thyme - Thyme is a mint that contains calcium, iron and manganese, which work as antiseptic and antibacterial agents. It helps relieve respiratory troubles.

Cloves - If you have a toothache, be sure to add cloves to your food. This spice can also help with digestion and other pain in the body.

21/03/2022

Fabulous veggie/vegan cottage pie made last weekend - who wants the recipe? Message below 👇 👇👇

07/03/2022

So in answer to the recent question and for those that don't already know - they're pretty darned important and useful, have a look at this:

Polyphenols are compounds that we get through certain plant-based foods. They’re packed with antioxidants and potential health benefits. It’s thought that polyphenols can improve or help treat digestion issues, weight management difficulties, diabetes, neurodegenerative disease, and cardiovascular diseases.

You can get polyphenols by eating foods containing them. You can also take supplements, which come in powder and capsule forms.

Polyphenols may have several unwanted side effects, however. These are most common when taking polyphenol supplements instead of getting them naturally through food. The most common side effect with the strongest scientific evidence is the potential for polyphenols to interfere with or limit iron absorptionTrusted Source.

Factors that influence activity of polyphenols in the body include metabolism, intestinal absorption, and the bioavailability of the polyphenol. Although some foods may have higher polyphenol levels than others, this does not necessarily mean that they are absorbed and used at higher rates.

More to follow....

07/03/2022

What are polyphenols?

18/02/2022

It's stuff we probably all know but worth a reminder:

Learn 5 common colorectal cancer prevention myths and facts, the causes of cancer, and how you can reduce your risk of developing cancer and protect yourself.

04/02/2022

Reassuring to know that in spite of the saturated fat etc, there is some ‘goodness’ here!

24/01/2022

3 ways to boost immunity:

Exercise regularly * Maintain a healthy weight * Sleep adequately

16/01/2022

Found this interesting 🤔 - benefits with both...

10/01/2022

https://images.app.goo.gl/Kf3AyRXZgvxwViPn6

Plenty of other reasons too - anyone else have something to share?

Found on Google from santacruzcore.com

05/01/2022

Following on from the previous post featuring Dr Rangan Chatterjee’s podcast with Harvard scientist David Sinclair, here’s his book - fascinating 🧐 reading!

02/01/2022

Just in case we needed reminding...
..now more than ever!

31/12/2021

We're all in need of an energy boost from time to time - here are some options as to how we can:

What are the best foods to help fuel your day? Well, some foods work better than others. This WebMD slideshow can help you know what to eat for a bit of a boost that avoids the crash.