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Amazon Herb Company review: John Easterling, rainforest herbs and more Mike Adams, the Health Ranger See article keywords and concepts

At the biochemical level, there are a great many phytochemicals and phytonutrients in the Amazon Herb product line. You'll find a variety of herbs like chanca piedra, una de gato (also known as cat's claw), graviola, jatoba and a great many other herbs that are biochemically active. They demonstrate anticancer activity, immune system enhancement, protection of the liver, the pancreas, the endocrine system, the nervous system, and so on. These phytonutrients help eliminate toxins and protect the body from parasites, bacteria and viruses, and other invaders.

Natural medicine may hold solution for bird flu pandemic Mike Adams, the Health Ranger See article keywords and concepts

Garlic, for example, contains dozens of antiviral compounds (as well as phytochemicals that lower cholesterol, halt the growth of cancer tumors, and much more). Pomegranate seeds, blueberries and other superfruits contain the strongest and most biologically diverse antioxidants known to anyone. Green tea, lemon balm, olive leaves and even Traditional Chinese Medicine herbs contain medicine that even the best pharmaceutical scientists could only dream of creating -- medicine to overcome chronic disease, infections and even pandemics.

1001 Chemicals in Everyday Products Grace Ross Lewis See book keywords and concepts

The food industry supports nutrition research in cancer prevention and the possibility of supplementing foods with phytochemicals. 59. What are the phytochemicals? These are chemicals that are contained in all plant foods. In fact, the word "phyto" means "plant" in Greek. Interestingly, they are not vitamins or minerals. phytochemicals are not nutritious in the usual sense. Some types are isothiocyanates, polyphenols, flavonoids, monterpenes, and organosul-fides.

Institute for Integrative Nutrition offers a new education path for health-minded adults; a conversation with founder Joshua Rosenthal Mike Adams, the Health Ranger See article keywords and concepts

I was really happy to see that, because too often in nutrition people focus on the cold facts of phytochemicals. It really is about much more than that. Joshua: Exactly. If someone is in an abusive relationship, all the broccoli in the world isn't going to solve their problems. Mike: That's right. So how do you teach this part of the curriculum? Joshua: I'm one of the few people in the field of nutrition with a degree in education. That's been the love of my life, how to teach things to people creatively and effectively.

Amazon Herb Company launches Liquizon capsules with alcohol-free, concentrated rainforest herb liquids Mike Adams, the Health Ranger See article keywords and concepts

There are literally thousands of phytochemicals found in the plants used by the Amazon Herb Company, and even the most knowledgeable plant chemists in the world don't yet know what all the benefits might be. Personally, I'm now chewing on Illumination capsules several times a day, plus some Recovazon to help me recover from intense physical workouts. I'm also taking Kavazon in the evenings when I want to relax and chill out. I take the Warrior formula a couple of hours before training in Capoeira, and I'm noticing phenomenal endurance benefits. I mean really astounding endurance.

Prescription drugs are connected to school shootings and other violence, yet more drugs are touted as the solution Mike Adams, the Health Ranger See article keywords and concepts

The colors of foods are actually potent phytochemicals, and these colors have highly protective effects on the nervous system. They also boost immune system function in the body and can help reduce arthritis and inflammation. They have a lot of beneficial effects in the body, yet children today are growing up on mostly processed foods and junk foods. You probably remember what you ate as a teenager. It's an atrocious diet. I know mine was a terrible diet. I can't believe I made it to the age of 25 based on what I was eating then.

The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods by Michael Murray, N.D. and Joseph Pizzorno, N.D. See book keywords and concepts

HEALTH BENEFITS The combination of traditional nutrients; phytochemicals, particularly carotenes, chlorophyll, and other plant pigments; and soluble fiber makes Swiss chard one of the most powerful anticancer foods, particularly against digestive tract cancers. Several research studies on Swiss chard focus specifically on colon cancer, where the incidence of precancerous lesions in animals has been found to be significantly reduced following dietary intake of Swiss chard extracts. In addition, the vitamin K provided by Swiss chard—388.

Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 4th Edition: A Practical A-to-Z Reference to Drug-Free Remedies Using Vitamins, Minerals, Herbs & Food Supplements Phyllis A. Balch, CNC See book keywords and concepts

Anise Seeds, Phytochemicals: Alpha-pinene, (Pimpinella seed oil. apigenin, bergapten, caffeic acid, anisum) chlorogenic acid, eugenol, limonene, linalool, myristicin, rutin, scopoletin, squalene, stigmasterol, umbelliferone. Nutrients: Calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, vitamins A, Bi, B2, B3, B5, B6, C, and E. Aids digestion, clears mucus from air passages, combats infection, and promotes milk production in nursing mothers. Good for indigestion and for respiratory infections such as sinusitis. Also helpful for menopausal symptoms.

Best Choices From the People's Pharmacy Joe Graedon, M.S. and Teresa Graedon, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

There are several statinlike compounds in this natural product, along with tannins and other phytochemicals. The mechanism by which red yeast rice lowers total cholesterol, LDL cholesterol, and triglycerides is probably more complex than just a "statin effect." Downside: May interact with several prescription drugs that also interact with statins. Beware of combining it with certain antibiotics, antifungals, antidepressants, immune-suppressing medicine (cyclosporine), anticoagulants (warfarin), HIV/AIDS drugs, other cholesterol-lowering compounds, and grapefruit.

The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods by Michael Murray, N.D. and Joseph Pizzorno, N.D. See book keywords and concepts

Among the most important groups of phytochemicals are pigments such as chlorophyll, carotenes, and flavonoids. 2. REDUCE YOUR EXPOSURE TO PESTICIDES In the United States, more than 1.2 billion pounds of pesticides and herbicides are sprayed on or added to food crops each year. That's roughly five pounds of pesticides for each man, woman, and child. There is a growing concern that in addition to these pesticides directly caus- EASY" TIPS FOR REACHING THE TEN-SERVINGS-A-DAY GOAL • Buy many kinds of fruits and vegetables when you shop, so you have plenty of choices in the house.

Prescription for Natural Cures: A Self-Care Guide for Treating Health Problems with Natural Remedies Including Diet and Nutrition, Nutritional Supplements, Bodywork, and More James F. Balch, M.D. and Mark Stengler, N.D. See book keywords and concepts

Enjoy plenty of berries, plums, and grapes, which contain phytochemicals that protect your vision. Focus on foods with a low glycemic index and load value. See the Diabetes entry on pages 189-196 for more information. Food to Avoid Stay away from simple sugars. Obvious ones to avoid are candy, cookies, sodas, and other sweets. White, refined bread also spikes blood-sugar levels. Whole-grain breads, cereals, and pastas are better choices, although you need to read the labels because they may contain an overabundance of carbohydrates.

Anti-Aging Manual: The Encyclopedia of Natural Health Joseph E. Mario See book keywords and concepts

Take advantage of the phytochemicals in brain and nerve healing herbs Ginkgo, GotuKola, Fo Ti Tieng, Club Moss, and many more featured throughout this book. FASTING & FOOD-COMBINING GENERAL INTRODUCTION The dynamic growth and maintenance of living beings is brought about by the intelligent, orderly, uninterrupted building and recycling processes of electrically-charged, mentally-driven, and spiritually-governed molecules within a basic code of unified design.

The 150 Healthiest Foods on Earth: The Surprising, Unbiased Truth About What You Should Eat and Why Jonny Bowden, Ph.D., C.N.S. See book keywords and concepts

DNA in your body. And, of course, the deep, rich purple pigment in eggplant skins is no exception. The Nutritional Power of Purple A substance called nasunin has been isolated from that deep purple pigment. Nasunin, a member of the anthocyanin category, is a powerful antioxidant. Studies show that it literally eats up free radicals, rogue molecules in your body that can cause serious damage to your cells and your DNA and are partly responsible for aging.

Foods that Fight Cancer Richard Beliveau, Ph.D. and Denis Gingras, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

It is this phytochemical content, in fact, that is responsible PRINCIPAL GROUPS OF phytochemicals FOUND IN FRUITS AND VEGETABLES Family Polyphenols Terpenes Sulfur compounds (sulfides) Saponins Flavonoids Phenolic acids Non-flavonoids —\ Carotenoids Monoterpenes Diallyl sulfides Isothiocyanates Triterpenoids Steroids Subclass Anthocyanidins Flavones Flavanols Flavanones Flavonols Isoflavones Tanins Hydroxycinnamates Hydroxybenzoates Stibenes Coumarins Lignans Table 7 for the organoleptic properties that are so characteristic of these foods (bitterness, as-tringency, odour . . .

NewsTarget survey results, part 2: Healthy actions = healthy results Mike Adams, the Health Ranger See article keywords and concepts

For example, the agency recently sent threatening legal letters to 29 cherry growers who were posting scientific studies describing the health benefits of the many phytochemicals found in cherries (cherries work better than anti-inflammatory drugs at easing arthritis pain, rendering COX-2 drugs utterly obsolete, if you didn't already know).

Health and Nutrition Secrets Russell L. Blaylock, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

Fruit juice provides many health benefits, since juicing releases numerous flavonoids and health-promoting phytochemicals. The problem is that many commercial brands are made with water containing fluoride, and some, like grape juice, may have extremely high levels of fluoride. Juices are also high in sugar, and many industrial processors will add extra sugar to satisfy the kiddies. Some products have other ingredients that may do harm, but since they have been inadequately tested, we may never know. It is best to make your own orange juice or other fruit juices.

The major contributing factors related to type II diabetes include: obesity; overeating refined carbohydrates and fats, both polyunsaturated and saturated; a lack of omega-3-type fats in the membranes of cells; chromium deficiency; and a lack of soluble fiber and phytochemicals. The final common cause is a defect in the insulin receptor on cell membranes, most often caused by an abnormal composition of fats in the membranes. Diets high in saturated fats, trans fatty acids and omega-6 type fats contribute to this diabetes-related membrane malfunction.

SuperFoods Rx: Fourteen Foods That Will Change Your Life Steven G. Pratt, M.D. and Kathy Matthews See book keywords and concepts

The three parts include: ¦ The bran: a health-promoting, fiber-rich outer layer that contains B vitamins, minerals, protein, and other phytochemicals. ¦ The endosperm: the middle layer that contains carbohydrates, proteins, and a small amount of B vitamins. • The germ: the nutrient-packed inner layer that contains B vitamins, vitamin E, and other phytochemicals. It's the synergy of these three components that makes whole grains life sustaining. The refined carbs described earlier have been stripped of their health-promoting parts.

Spiritual Nutrition: Six Foundations for Spiritual Life and the Awakening of Kundalini Gabriel Cousens, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

As we look at the whole issue of detoxification, the bioflavonoids may be at the top of the list as potent phytochemicals for the stimulation of gene expression to create detoxification function. They work at what we call phase-two enzymes in the detoxification system, which has phase-one and phase-two sets. Particularly when concerned with liver detoxification, the bioflavonoids seem to activate the phase-two detoxification. An interesting concept is the idea of an overload of toxins.

One of the most popular phytochemicals today comes from the cruciferous vegetables; this includes the category of substances called glucosinolates - indole-3-carbonal, phenylisothiocyanate, and 3-hydroxy-butene. These seem to activate the gene expression for creating detoxification enzymes that eliminate carcinogens from the system. One study, for example, showed that Brussels sprouts increased the particular gene expression for production of glutathione S-transferase.

One of the most powerful phytonutrient fruits is oranges, which have more than 170 phytochemicals and 60 bioflavonoids. The combination of these have the effect to obviously modify gene expression in a positive way, as well as create and increase antioxidant expression, anti-inflammatory expression, inhibit blood clots, and activate the expression of increased detoxification systems. There are more than twenty carotenoids in oranges, and these include: lutein and zeaxanthin (very important for vision), crytoxanthin, and beta carotene.

Depression and mental disorders can be prevented and treated with simple healing foods Mike Adams, the Health Ranger See article keywords and concepts

You can bring in even better nutrition and more potent phytochemicals for preventing these chronic diseases. It's really no big mystery -- what we need to do as a nation is simply get back to our healing foods as they come out of the ground, as they are provided by mother nature. We need to recognize the disease-promoting problems with processed and manufactured foods, everything from carbonated soft drinks to packaged instant rice products.

Prescription for Natural Cures: A Self-Care Guide for Treating Health Problems with Natural Remedies Including Diet and Nutrition, Nutritional Supplements, Bodywork, and More James F. Balch, M.D. and Mark Stengler, N.D. See book keywords and concepts

Enjoy plenty of berries, plums, and grapes, which contain phytochemicals that protect your vision. Focus on foods with a low glycemic load value. ixty people with type 2 diabetes (30 men and 30 women) were divided randomly into six groups. Groups 1, 2, and 3 consumed 1, 3, or 6 grams of cinnamon daily, respectively, and groups 4, 5, and 6 were given placebo capsules corresponding to the number of capsules consumed for the three levels of cinnamon. The cinnamon was consumed for 40 days, followed by a 20-day washout period.

Anti-Aging Manual: The Encyclopedia of Natural Health Joseph E. Mario See book keywords and concepts

Morinda(Noni) has phytochemicals and the antioxidant Selenium helpingrespiratory and Immune systems (fruit and leaf); stimulates T-cells, Macrophages and Lymphocytes; antiviral against infections and inflammations, anti-histamine, counters headaches, eye problems, fevers (leaf), colds and flu, reduces sinus and bronchitis mucous, coughs, asthma, allergies (Scopoletin), antiviral against mouth and throat infections, sore gums, gingivitis, toothache, thrush, cold sores, chronic fatigue syndrome, malaria, tuberculosis/consumption, and leukemia.

Prescription for Natural Cures: A Self-Care Guide for Treating Health Problems with Natural Remedies Including Diet and Nutrition, Nutritional Supplements, Bodywork, and More James F. Balch, M.D. and Mark Stengler, N.D. See book keywords and concepts

Flavonoids, found in citrus fruits, protect us against heart disease, stroke, and cancer. Many phytochemicals are powerful antioxidants that protect against cell damage and environmental pollutants. Others also help cells to detoxify more efficiently. For example, green vegetables are high in chlorophyll, a potent detoxifying phytochem-ical. We need all the support that nature has to offer in our modern but toxic world. Bottom line: You are what you eat.

Health and Nutrition Secrets Russell L. Blaylock, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

Because orange juice contains so many phytochemicals, shown in numerous tests to have powerful health benefits including anticancer effects, I am hesitant to tell people to stop drinking orange juice or eating oranges. A safer course may be to squeeze your own from organically grown oranges. You must investigate the organic grower, though, because some use fluoride-containing pesticides. If your schedule will not permit this, I would suggest reconstituting low-acid orange juice concentrate using distilled water.

By contaminating teas with fluoride, one is denied safe access to these remarkable medicinal phytochemicals. Decaffeinated coffee is also contaminated by fluoride, because often the water used to decaffeinate the coffee contains fluoride. Shrimp and canned sardines can have very high levels of fluoride (61 mg/kg). Infant cereals may contain anywhere from 0.9-2.1 ppm fluoride. Strained meats, also used in infant and toddler foods, can contain as much as 5.2 ppm fluoride. Deboned beef may contain 14-42 mg/kg of fluoride.

Certain vitamins and plant chemicals, called phytochemicals, can inhibit the activation of these cancer genes, and prevent a gene's instruction from reaching its destination in the cell's mechanism. This is how genes influence the function of cells, by ordering the secretion of special signaling molecules that instruct enzymes, for instance, to build a special protein that will promote the growth and spread of the cancer. Or in another instance, it will turn off a gene's instructions, preventing the information transcription.

A newer class of plant-derived chemicals, called phytochemicals, is being shown to have even greater disease-preventing and -reversing effects than vitamins. What is especially exciting about nutrition is not just the possibility of prevention, but the reversal of diseases. The body has a tremendous ability to heal itself—including repair of the damage to our DNA. Certain vitamins, minerals, and special phytonutrients can promote this healing and strengthen our cells so that they are better able to protect themselves against future injury.

Living the Low Carb Life: Controlled Carbohydrate Eating for Long-Term Weight Loss Jonny Bowden, M.A., C.N.S. See book keywords and concepts

The technology exists to give you health-protective and therapeutic amounts of vitamins, minerals, phytochemicals, antioxidants, and other compounds, many of which are simply not available from our food supply or, if they are, not in the amounts needed to make a difference to your health and well-being. You don't need to take vitamins, but then you don't need electricity either. The question is, why would you do without either of them if you didn't have to? (See chapter 4 for complete recommendations on supplements.) Doesn't Taking Vitamins Just Result in Expensive Urine?

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