Why Ayurvedic physicians do not eat tomatoes
One famous Ayurvedic physician said: "If people stopped eating tomatoes, I would lose my job”!
Shocking! What has poor tomato ever done wrong?
According to modern nutritionists, tomato is a very healthy food. It is a rich source of vitamins A, B6, C, E, K, thiamin, niacin, magnesium, manganese, phosphorus and dietary fiber.
The tomato is also known as a food that contains lots of lycopene - antioxidant which prevents cancer.
But according to Ayurveda, tomato is a food which causes disease. How is this possible?
Resveratrol - the secret benefits of red wine
The often mentioned French paradox implies that the French have an rich and fatty diet, but also a significantly lower incidence of heart and blood vessel diseases compared to other countries, especially the US.
It all started in 1990 when American journalist Edward Dolnick first publicly presented the ideas of late Jacques Richard regarding the protective properties of the Mediterranean diet and the important role of red wine in the Mediterranean countries, particularly in France, where it is traditionally consumed with a meal.
After that, many scientists began to explore the Mediterranean diet and food ingredients that could explain this phenomenon.
And then they discovered resveratrol, a substance in red wine that protects the grapes from mildew.
Instantly convert blurred vision into a clear one and amaze everyone who tries them
You are probably familiar with the myths that are promoted as "truths" of modern medicine.
Flu vaccines that prevent influenza (not exactly), CT scans that are harmless (they are not), chemotherapy saves people from cancer (it actually also destroys healthy cells) and more.
There are such truths in dentistry - mercury fillings are safe (they are not), gum health has nothing to do with the diet (it has), cavities can be treated only by drilling (there are other ways).
However, did you know that you are being lied to even by your opticians? I.e. they are not telling you the whole truth?
John Levine's Alphamusic - a natural therapy against fatigue, depression and pain
There is a simple remedy with which you can banish fatigue, insomnia, fears and even some chronic illnesses.
It is ordinary music which affects the brain activity and which the scientific community has been studying with an increasing interest to discover its usefulness in everyday life.
Due to its ability to influence brainwaves, their features and functions, music is a powerful remedy which can help improve the quality of life and health.
In the following story about his alpha music you will learn how the Australian composer and meditation teacher John Levine used the link between the brainwaves and music and how he managed to improve memory and mood, eliminate pain and fear in children and adults.
Danger: Gluten in your food!
Do you have frequent headaches and stomach pain and experience mood swings you can’t explain?
Maybe you are sensitive to gluten, a substance found in wheat.
It is one of the biggest food allergy “culprits.”
Even though many associate food allergies to immediate reactions after consuming the food in question, they can manifest themselves in the form of delayed allergic reactions with other types of symptoms.
Cordyceps – a miraculous healing mushroom from Tibet
Under the scientific name of Cordyceps sinensis a medicinal mushroom that grows on high mountains of southwest China and Tibet is hidden.
It was firstly recorded in Tibet under the name of yartsa gunbu in the 15th century.
In Nepali language it is known as yarsha gumba.
There is an ancient myth in the history of this mushroom that is trying to explain the first realizations of exceptional medicinal properties of this mushroom.
According to the myth, in the times when the snow started melting on high mountains, indigenous people of Tibet and Nepal, following a hundred-year old tradition, started chasing their yak herds towards the grasslands on high altitudes.
Bitter melon – hidden health in the bitterness
The active ingredients of bitter melon trigger mechanisms that starve and destroy malignant cells.
Bitter melon or bitter gourd, Latin name Momordica charantia, is a plant whose legendary popularity is confirmed by scientific research.
This plant belongs to the family of tropical and subtropical vine, and grows mostly in Asia, Africa and the Caribbean.
Originally the plant originated in India and in the 14th century it was introduced to China, from where it began to spread to other parts of the world.
It is best known for its fruit, which is considered one of the bitter fruits in the world.
Juicy and fruity: Tasty biscuit apple cake
Walnuts, apples an vanilla are synonyms for a great winter cake and a base for various treats.
Here we'll present you a recipe for a delicious fruit cake with the combination of these ingredients, such as it is made in the Vegehop vegetarian reastaurant in Zagreb.
You can make it as a dessert to a great family lunch or for an afternoon get together over a warm drink.
Bear’s garlic - perfect for spring cleansing of the organism
All fans of garlic will be thrilled by bear’s garlic - which has a much stronger scent than its tame cousins.
This is a wild plant with a Latin name of Allium ursinum which grows in moist deciduous forests, valleys and along streams up to 1900 meters above sea level.
It is also known under the names ramsons, buckrams, broad-leaved garlic, wood garlic, bear leek or wild garlic.
It was named bear’s garlic because it is a true spring treat for bears that have just woken up from their winter slumber.
Bear’s garlic grows in height from 20 to 40 cm, and in the soil, it has an upright and thin bulb that is white or yellow in color.
Top 7 essential oils against allergies
In the modernized world, the human body has become sensitive to many external stimuli: pollen, feathers, dust mites, dust and various chemicals.
To vulnerable people, these substances cause problems such as:
- swelling of the nasal mucosa,
- running nose,
- sneezing,
- redness,
- burning and tearing of the eyes.
All of these are well-known symptoms of allergies.
Sitting is the worst thing you can do to your body
Your chair is your worst enemy!
For most of us sitting is a daily "activity".
We sit 8 hours at work, then drive home in the car, and then sit in the chair and turn on the TV.
But according to the latest research published in the journal Medicine, Science in Sports and Exercise, sitting is the worst thing you can do to your body.
If you spend most of the day sitting - at work or in front of the TV at home - you have a greater risk of diabetes, obesity, several types of cancers, heart attacks and premature death.
Awaken your palate with lemon and ginger
A refreshing lemon and ginger juice is a great choice for every meal, including a holiday meal.
Make it from fresh, preferably organically grown ingredients.
Make this healing and delicious spread by yourself!
The purpose of the food we eat is to nourish and heal us, as Hippocrates advised.
A review of scientific literature and practical experience gives encouraging results.
The results indicate the increasing use of Hristijan, a healthful spread.
This food, whose name literally means Christian, is prepared in the following manner.
A tasty ginger, peppermint and pear drink for body cleansing
Detoxification does not always need to be exhausting and require a lot of sacrifice.
Who says you cannot enjoy it? Try this tasty drink, which may replace any meal.
It contains plenty of nutrients - fiber, vitamins and minerals will speed up your digestion, cleanse your body and give you a sensation of fullness.
And - it tastes great.
Help children with diarrhea, parasites and cold with a carrot juice
Folk medicine has used the carrot for centuries to cure and alleviate numerous ailments.
We are presenting you several recipes which can be of help to your kids. Their base is fresh carrot juice, a true elixir due to the abundance of vitamins A, B, C, D, E and K, calcium, potassium and iron.
Fresh carrot juice is a great natural remedy for strengthening immunity and preventing infections. It also helps with anemia.
It has a beneficial effect on the skin and aids with relieving the symptoms of skin ailments.
Try the folk recipes with carrot juice to provide your young ones with natural healing.
Surgery in ancient civilizations
Sometimes we think alternative medicine only involves non-invasive methods - cleansing, application of herbs, fasting, massages, etc.
You might be surprised to learn that surgery is a part of alternative medicine.
Surgical procedures were not invented in the 20th century. Surgery is an ancient science which has existed for thousands of years.
The ancient Mayans, Incas, Egyptians, Greeks, Chinese and Indians had a good knowledge of surgery and applied it when it was needed.
Ancient civilizations used surgery for many purposes: for treating injuries and fractures, removing cysts and tumors, repairing teeth, in cases of complications during childbirth, even for cosmetic purposes.
Health benefits of walnuts
Not only do walnuts taste good, they give us a tremendous amount of energy and offer many health benefits.
The Greeks called them "Jupiter’s fruit", considering walnuts as a food fit for the gods.
Since ancient times walnuts have been mentioned in connection with intellectuality - the fruit has the shape of the human brain!
All nuts are good for health, but compared to other nuts, walnuts contain twice the amount of antioxidants.
There are about twenty types of nuts. The two most popular types are Persian walnut (Juglans regia), which originated in Asia and the Far East, and black walnut (Juglans nigra) which is native to North America.
Maintain your balance of health with spinach
It does not take long to describe Popeye’s favorite vegetable that turns all that eat it into Hercules.
The season of spinach is upon us, which makes many of you happy, especially if you have it in your garden.
Spinach, Lat. Spinacia oleracea, is a hardy plant with dark green edible leaves.
It originates from the Middle East, where it grows as a wild plant.
It was first cultivated in Persia, and in the seventh century came to China as a gift from the King of Nepal.
Millions of protesters march against Monsanto
Millions of people worldwide were protesting against the giant U.S. corporation Monsanto, the largest producer of genetically modified seeds and pesticides.
Protest marches against Monsanto gathered masses in 436 cities in 52 countries, including Croatia.
In our country, marches were organized in Zagreb, Split, Zadar, Rijeka, Osijek, Bjelovar and Đakovo.
The purpose of the protest was to raise public awareness of potential hazards which genetically modified organisms (GMOs) entail.
With slogans such as "Real Food 4 Real People", the protesters wanted to warn the people in power to cease to be kindly to producers of GM seeds and food.
In the United States, the movement had an additional note, related to the recently passed law that protects Monsanto and similar companies from legal prosecution.
Radish – a hot "treat" for healthy digestion and clean skin
The familiar radish is actually a very ancient and respected culture that has been cultivated for over 3,000 years.
Its Latin name is Raphanus sativus, which literally means cultivated cabbage.
In Roman times, the workers received radishes as a reward, and it was an every-day meal to Egyptian slaves.
The ancient Greeks loved radish so much that they offered it as a sacrifice for their gods on a silver platter.
In the Middle Ages it had a negative connotation because people thought the radish was a symbol of strife and conflict.
How to protect yourself from mosquitoes naturally
Warmer days have finally arrived and you are planning to stay outside.
But, as soon as you peek through the door, you get attacked by mosquitoes.
You can’t enjoy the beautiful spring and spend time outdoors with your friends and close ones.
This is absurd and irritating. At that moment you start thinking about the means of protection against mosquitoes.
But creams and sprays against mosquitoes can be harmful, it is well known, and you wish to avoid using them, especially on kids.
Energy drinks: side effects that you should know
A bottle of energy drink is a popular way to get the necessary energy when you simply don't have the time to sleep. Unfortunately, the price for an additional 3 or 4 hours of activity is too high.
Even natural energy drinks harm your body.
Energy drink is a soft drink that - according to the claims of manufacturers - instantly increases energy levels in the body.
There are several studies that confirm that energy drinks really increase the mental and cognitive abilities, alertness and physical endurance for short periods of time.
Curcumin is offering new hope for those with Alzheimer’s disease!
That which alternative medicine has known for centuries has finally been confirmed by a scientific patent.
Curcumin, the active element of curcuma or turmeric, has officially been recognized as an aid in the treatment of Alzheimer’s disease!
The strict and often implacable Food and Drug Administration has approved an American patent for the formulation of BCM-95 curcumin (US Patent No. 8859020) as an aid in the treatment of this serious disease.
The BCM-95 formulation, which includes a mix of curcumin and curcuma oil, increases absorption of this active element by up to 700 percent as compared to the standard 95 percent extract.
The global movement against genetically modified food
On Saturday, 25th of May 2013, activists around the world went on a march against a multinational corporation Monsanto, the leading producer of genetically modified (GMO) seeds and pesticides.
In hundreds of cities in 36 countries, protesters tried to attract public attention to this American corporation, which has acquired a reputation for "meanest corporation on the planet."
Zagreb is one of 286 cities in which a protest march has been organized.
Macedonian fans of healthy food celebrate because McDonald's restaurants are closing
After sixteen years of operation, McDonald's withdrew from the Macedonian market, sparking a series of rumors.
Since the official reason has not been released, some media hoped that the care of the Macedonian government about the health of their people is the reason behind it all.
However, there is no evidence that this is the case.
According to some sources, the main reason for closing is of administrative nature - a dispute between the licensee owner Stevo Janeski and McDonald's company.
Whatever the reason, the company that owned the franchise has lost the right to manage the local fast food restaurants and Macedonians will get a chance to return to the local specialties.
Licorice- universal healing powers hidden in sweet taste
If you are looking for an universal remedy and you came across licorice? Then your search is over.
It is a perennial plant; its Latin name is Glycyrrhiza glabra, which can grow up to one meter in height.
It is characterized by elongated pale-purple flower clusters.
It has oval leaves that are 2 to 4 cm in length and are half of their length in width.
Licorice is known worldwide for its exceptionally sweet root, which is used for treating many diseases.
The healing power of herbal tea
Herbal teas are often used to help with colds and flu, but they are much more than that.
The British have been, for example, loyal to teas for hundreds of years and people in the Far East even longer.
Tea is not just a drink, like a coffee, associated with social gatherings.
Many herbal teas are known for their wide healing properties.
Health benefits of natural teas have a wide range.
GMO -'' The seeds of destruction''
"The expansion of genetically modified crops and foods around the world today has caught so much momentum that it can and must be declared a crime against humanity. "
These words were written by a journalist William Engdahl in 2005 in his book'' The seeds of destruction''.
As time goes on, his words are increasingly gaining importance.
In recent years the number of people who suffer from allergies, cancer and other serious diseases has rapidly increased all over the world, as well as people who are being treated for infertility.
Feng Shui - how to properly decorate entrance and hallway
The foyer is the most important room in any home because that is the first room that you enter.
This is why the Chinese call foyer “the mouth of the home”.
The problematic appearance of the entrance and pass-through rooms will adversely affect the health of your mouth, teeth and throat.
Therefore, it is extremely important to properly decorate the entrance to the apartment or a house because that will ensure the flow of positive energy to tenants, and guests will receive an immediate heart welcome.
Conversely, if you ignore these rooms, that will adversely affect the whole Feng Shui of living space.
Turn your garden into a small paradise
How many times have you stopped in front of someone's garden, just look over the fence, enjoyed the view and felt good?
What is that attracted your attention - colorful flowers, scents or something which is not that easy to explain, some harmony and naturalness?
If it was the impression of harmony and naturalness that got your attention, then you saw a garden that is governed by the laws of nature, i.e. by Feng Shui.
In these gardens, a law existing in nature is applied. When there is already such a harmony with the nature, you should use it.
After all, we ourselves are the fruits of the same nature.
Native American medicine
Indian tribes of North America have been practicing their methods of treatment, according to some sources, for more than 40,000 years.
Medical information and techniques are passed from generation to generation, thereby ensuring the longevity of practices.
Some medications are typical from tribe to tribe, although all tribal medicine is collectively called Indigenous American medicine.
While Native American medicine was practiced in North America, at the same time Chinese medicine and Ayurveda were practiced on the other side of the world.
Chapati - delicious Indian yeast free bread made of wholemeal flour
Chapatis - Indian flat bread made of wholemeal flour - are an important part of Indian cuisine.
In fact, most Indians eat them every day just as we eat bread.
The advantages of chapatis are that they do not contain any yeast and can be made of 100% wholemeal flour.
Try to make this delicious flat bread and surprise your family and friends with a healthy treat!
Irresistible, tasty and desirable - orange and chocolate cake
To true gourmets who desire a nutritious, but healthy dessert we present you an irresistible, tasty and desirable treat - the orange and chocolate cake.
The recipe was created by the team from the renowned Croatian Vegehop restaurant and it does not contain eggs, milk or unhealthy sugars.
The combination of spices, nuts and fruits in this cake guarantees a veritable delight for your palate, delight which you are bound to share with your friends, colleagues and guests.
How to deodorize your washing machine using natural ingredients
The thought of doing laundry generally makes you think of cleanliness, but cleanliness is often actually not what you get.
Many of us have come across a disagreeable odor in our laundry even if we just took it out of the machine.
People describe the worst of those odors as “the smell of a wet dog,” and it lasts after a number of washes at different temperatures and is almost impossible to get rid of.
Multi-frequency generator – Lakhovsky Oscillator
Even though the use of electricity with therapeutic purposes began as far back as the 18th century, it was only at the start of the last century that systematic research into the effects electric signals have on biological organisms begun.
Progress in electrical engineering together with discoveries in molecular biology and medicine enabled the understanding of the occurrences which appear in living tissue under the influence of electric and magnetic fields.
Russian engineer Georges Lakhovsky, born near Minsk in 1870, moved to Paris in 1894 with the aim of continuing his education at the Sorbonne.
Mediterranean diet – the healthiest diet in world
You think the men from this region of Europe who took part in the Seven Countries Study in the late fifties knew they were eating Mediterranean style?
Surely not, but this famous research showed that they had a lower rate of cardiovascular disease than the American and the Northern European men.
The research not only confirmed the importance of the healthy diet for our health, but also of maintaining a healthy body weight, which is related to the level of physical activity.
Healthy Food: The Safest, Cheapest and Most Accessible Drug
This is a sentence worth emphasizing, and one I have included in my book which describes metabolic syndrome – "The 21st Century Diet".
Rheumatoid arthritis, diabetes, hypertension, obesity, Alzheimer’s disease, various psychological issues… all the aforementioned disorders are in direct correlation to that which you put on your plate.
Poor food choices can, in time, lead to your demise.
Fasting - infallible therapy for many diseases
Fasting can bring many benefits to your body - both physical and psychological.
With good reason, it is called the "miracle treatment" because the list of physical conditions that can be improved with fasting is long and varied.
On the list we find allergies, arthritis, digestive disorders, skin diseases, cardiovascular disease, asthma, cancer, etc.
Fasting stimulates the body's own healing mechanisms and leads to an improvement no matter what disease you are suffering from.
Dandelion - free healing food from your backyard
Many of us have blown the seeds of this flower in childhood.
Popular dandelion has a Latin name of Taraxacum officinale, and it originates from Europe and northern Asia.
Over the centuries it had many names such as bitter greens, chicory, Italian salad and more.
Dandelion is a cheap and affordable food and medicine and now is the perfect time for harvesting since the dandelion season has just started.
Greenpeace warns: clothes of many manufacturers contains life-threatening chemicals
As if it is not enough to be poisoned by food and beverages, we also inflict damage to ourselves with clothes we wear.
According to information from Greenpeace, many clothing manufacturers use harmful chemicals.
But why is that such a problem and how such clothing can affect health?
The problem is that harmful chemicals from the clothing come in contact with the skin, which has the power of absorption, and that way harmful chemicals enter our bodies.
Breast milk – nature's perfect food and remedy that no modern technology could reproduce
Although modern technology has made some impressive breakthroughs, it still hasn't developed techniques that would allow us to artificially reproduce breast milk.
The bioactive components of human breast milk are so unique that they cannot be artificially created or reproduced.
Apart from the well-established fact that breastfeeding naturally attunes to the infant's age, needs and sex, there have also been new insights on a global scale into the importance of breastfeeding for the healthy development of the infant.
Stronger and healthier than synthetic antioxidants
Surely you've heard of free radicals and oxidative stress.
Oxidative stress is a condition that occurs when the production of the free radicals overwhelm the body's ability to neutralize or eliminate them.
Oxidative stress leads to many serious diseases today such as diabetes, premature aging and heart problems.
The greatest enemies of the oxidative processes are antioxidants that strengthen the immune system and neutralize free radicals.
Medicine has no answer: more than 3500 severely ill patients recovered all by themselves
Brain tumour, blindness, chronic illnesses, parasites gone overnight.
It is not a fairy tale, but information from the Institute for noetic science, which has gathered over 3500 medical records of people whose illnesses, some of them in the terminal stage, withdrew on their own.
The conventional medicine has no explanation for this phenomenon called "spontaneous remission".
Being overweight is not only an esthetic problem – it also causes cancer!
Since last year, excess weight has been considered an alarming health condition for which the best treatments and prevention systems are being sought globally.
The scientists have been warning for years of a dangerous connection between being overweight and getting cancer.
A 2011 UK study discovered that excess weight and obesity caused a five percent of cancers.
Only three years later, the respectable medical magazine The Lancet published the results of a shocking new study.
Amalaki - ayurvedic fruit for rejuvenating and strengthening your organism
Amalaki, amla or the Indian gooseberry (lat. Emblica officinalis) is one of the most well-known plants of traditional ayurvedi medicine.
The yellow-green fruits of the trees which can grow as tall as 18 meters have been used by peoples in India for over 5000 years as one of the most powerful natural medicines for strengthening the immune system and rejuvenating the body.
According to Ayurveda, amalaki contains five of the six basic flavors: sour, sweet, bitter, spicy and astringent. These characteristics make it a unique ingredient, the only such one in the world.
Five of Nature’s Doctors
An old saying tells us: ‘A healthy man has a 1,000 wishes, while a sick man only has one - to be healthy.’
The basic question is how to, in the midst of today’s stressful existence in which leisure time is scarce, find the path to perfect health?
How does one optimally balance various life segments such as health, family and work?