tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-83219213641901698482011-11-27T23:45:27.268ZThis site is for those wanting to live a lifestyle embracing good nutrition, real food and healthy living.Jillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17356531392914420677noreply@blogger.comBlogger871100tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8321921364190169848.post-39571108412664773602009-11-12T15:26:00.011Z2009-11-17T20:32:03.324Z

Many people are convinced they have a healthy diet. Some go as far as thinking if they eat a lettuce leaf, a slice of tomato and a slice of cucumber, they have had enough ‘greens’ for the meal, or even the day. Or choose a boxed granola instead or cornflakes, with low-fat milk and Splenda in their coffeeWell, let’s step away from misinformation and get down to the truth of a healthy diet, in 10

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In January 2008 the Journal of the American Medical Association argued the case for surgery as the newest breakthrough in treating Type 2 diabetes. This makes no sense at all and merely encourages the quick-fix practice people have come to expect in medicine, without eradicating the cause of the problem. One shudders to think what might happen if this principle were applied when someone got a

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Jury Returns Verdict in Prempro-Cancer CaseMary Claire Dale, Associated Press Writer, writing from Philadelphia on October 26th, 2009, says a Philadelphia jury returned a sealed punitive-damages verdict on Monday against drug maker Wyeth Pharmaceuticals after finding a link between a woman's breast cancer and the hormone-replacement drug she took. Connie Baron’s case is one of a handful of

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Nourishing TraditionsThe Cookbook that Challenges Politically Correct Nutrition and the Diet DictocratsBy Sally Fallon, with Mary Enig, Ph.DA truly fantastic book – I really need two copies – one for my desk as I refer to it daily for sound and common-sense health information, and another in my kitchen. Meals out of this book cannot be beaten for delicious and healthy nourishmentA well-researched

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In May, 2007, BBC news reported the National Institute for Health and Clinical Excellence (NICE) believes this is an effective way to cut the risk of further heart attacks. This ‘news’ has been common knowledge for some years in enlightened health circles and the market place is full of fish oil in various forms to tempt the publicWhat is interesting, though, is a comment in this 2007 article

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Good for:• Nerve formation and making red blood cellsSigns of deficiency:• Tiredness due to anaemia and abnormalities of nervous system functionGood sources:• Fish, liver, beef, milk and cheese (preferably organic)Vitamin B12 deficiency:• Often experienced by vegetarians and vegans because our dietary sources of vitamin B12 are animal in originRecommended daily requirements:• 1

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New research indicates that taking a single daily multi-vitamin is inadequate and that NOT taking supplements may be harmful to your health.A study of hundreds of people found that the more supplements people took, the better their health was and the study authors reported “a greater degree of supplement use was associated with more favourable concentrations of serum homocysteine, C-reactive

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No mother in her right mind would knowingly give her little darlings hard earned cash to buy poison. This is an obvious fact, but what is not obvious is that many loving parents have unknowingly fallen into this very trap and happily bundle the kids off to school, sometimes every day, armed with the means to swallow toxins and poisons on a regular basis. These poisons build up in their bodies

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Argyria is an irreversible condition, causing blue colouration to skin, gums and nails, which is promoted when people self-medicate on a commercial treatment known as colloidal silverSilver in any form is a heavy metal, like mercury and copper. Whereas copper toxicity is rare, and whilst many people have lived long and healthy lives with mouths full of mercury fillings, even small amounts of

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In the metabolism of glucose (or GTF – glucose tolerance factor), chromium is required for energy. Chromium is also vital in the synthesis of cholesterol, fats and proteins – further important factors concerning diabetesChromium is an essential mineral that maintains stable blood sugar levels through proper insulin utilization and is helpful for diabetics as well as hypoglycemics. In fact, both

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Many digestive conditions are labeled IBS, but confusion lurks here, as more serious conditions such as Crohn's Disease and Ulcerative Colitis can be the true culprit, both of which can lead to bowel cancer.These conditions can be caused from food intolerances or it can be an auto-immune disease – the researchers are not quite sure which. Regular medicine holds no hope and treats with

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1.) Supplementation is essential when reversing tricky digestive problems as internal flora will be seriously compromised. Large doses of a good probiotic (at least 20 billion per dose, x 3 per day to start) are a must; Pharmaceutical Grade omega 3 (with DHA, so must be from fish oil, not flax oil) in good doses; a good colon cleanser, vitamin B complex and B12 (neurobian) injections, L-Glutamine

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• Animal experiments have shown that a diet rich in linoleic acid (omega-6 fatty acids) promotes the growth of malignant breast cancer tumors• However, the addition of omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids to the diet can block this effect• Epidemiological studies have shown that countries with a high intake of omega-3 acids from fish have lower breast cancer rates. Researchers evaluated over 250

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Aspartame dangers have been widely published for some time now. It is available in fizzy drinks, many sweeteners and sugar substitutes and is not the harmless sweetener we were led to believe – but a dangerous and toxic chemical we should all avoid and is available in over 90 countries around the world. The only sugar substitutes which are safe at this time are Xylitol and Stevia.Aspartame is in

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Bisphosphonate-Related Osteonecrosis of the Jaw (BRONJ) is a serious side-effect of the popular osteoporosis drug Fosamax that in effect, destroys the bone of the jaw, often requiring removal and reconstructive surgery.BRONJ was reported in 2003 by oral surgeons, who noticed the condition among patients treated with intravenous forms of bisphosphonates. A broader warning of BRONJ was issued for

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Dr Mike Rayner at Oxford University says ‘The time is right for more debate on the issue of fat taxes’.A 17.5% increase in the price of fatty, sugary or salty food would cut heart and stroke deaths by 1.7%, according to a study in the Journal of Epidemiology and Community Health.This approach has some merit, because people have become hooked on excess sugar and damaged fats, but these ‘foods’

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1. Maintain healthy levels of pharmaceutical grade omega-3 fish oil through supplementation. We have ample supplies of omega-6 in our diets and are all omega-3 deficient 2. Eat a healthy diet of fresh organic vegetables, especially onions and garlic as they appear to slow bone loss, fruit, legumes, lentils, seeds, nuts, lamb, fish, poultry and eggs and supplement according to your needs

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Mothers who diet back their figures after giving birth and put on excess weight during pregnancies are putting their own and their baby’s health at risk, as reported by the BBC.Fluctuating weight ups the risk of dangerously high blood pressure and diabetes in the mother as well as risking stillbirth, Dublin-based specialists in the British Medical Journal suggest, and reported by the University

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This video clip shows how mercury produces brain degeneration with minimal particles. Mercury is found in amalgams (tooth cavities), vaccines and fish. The video clip was made by the University of Calgary.How mercury produces brain damage

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Mobile phone masts are not responsible for the symptoms of ill health some blame them for, a major UK study says, as reported on the BBC. Dozens of people who believed the masts triggered symptoms such as anxiety, nausea and tiredness could not detect if signals were on or off in trials.However, the Environmental Health Perspectives study stressed people were nonetheless suffering "real symptoms"

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Two drugs commonly prescribed to treat Type 2 diabetes double the risk of heart failure, a study on more than 78,000 patients suggests.Rosiglitazone and pioglitazone are well known to diabetics, and it’s been stated the manufacturers, GlaxoSmithKline and the FDA knew about the dangers of these drugs prescribed to at least 1.5 million people in Britain last year.“There doesn't seem to be a group

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Teenagers as young as 14 are using cannabis every day, according to a study by Queen's University BelfastDr Patrick McCrystal says cannabis used at a young age can lead to metal illness and other problems.While 4,000 teenagers from 43 schools in Ireland have annually taken part in this survey since they entered secondary school, they seem to be unmoved to the dangers of the habit:Smoking

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Hospital meals are so unappetising that many patients leave their food, according to a report on The Guardian.Of the 2240 patients questioned:o 40% had food brought in by family and friendso Hospital meals were reported either too hot (dangerous microwaves?) or too cold (left lying around by understaffed orderlies?)o Of those who needed help with eating, 22% did not get it (more staff

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What Is Folic Acid?It is a B vitamin occurring naturally in many foods, which plays an important role in the manufacture of new cells. Hence it is essential to pregnant mothers as it promotes healthy development of her baby’s brain and spinal cord. Spina Bifida is a devastating disease which is directly attributed to a deficiency in folic acid at fertilization and early weeks of pregnancy.

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Wednesday morning, 18 July 2007 brought a headline report on New Scientist about power lines and the link with childhood leukemia.Alternatively take a look at the video link below on Sky News.If you are concerned about this widely suspected silent enemy, you are not alone. There are many reported links between leukemia and the proximity of power lines, but the scientists cannot agree on their

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As reported on Sky News, "More than a billion people, a sixth of the world's population, do not have access to clean drinking water and in Africa the average person spends five hours a day collecting water".But although you have 24/7 access to all the water you need and want, are YOU drinking enough?Many people believe they don’t need water because they don’t get thirsty, but this is not a safe

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First it was poisoned chicken feed and contaminated dog food from China, now its fertilizer stacked with high doses of cadmium. When are complacent customers going to check their food sources, be they struggling farmers looking for a cheap way out, or Regular Joe’s and Jane’s scanning supermarket shelves?Better still, when are more people going to wake up to the dangers of cheap chemical

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Do you have eczema or asthma?Have you had them since babyhood?Chances are, your mother and/or father also has these conditions, and guess what? They have both been scientifically proven to be associated with neonatal exposure to cow’s milk proteinsHere are a few more conditions linked to food allergies:rheumatoid arthritisdermatitismigrainehypoglycemiaIrritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)celiac disease

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How long until we can expect this sort of advertisement in the media? At the rate hospitals are booked for this now-frequent operation, its not as futuristic as you might think. According to the stats, its quite easy these days to get your doctor to put on a look of concern and say:‘Mr Jones, we have a serious problem here – your heart can no longer function as it should and we’ll have to do a

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Common opinion has it that if you have been diagnosed with the HI virus, then you are automatically handed a death sentence through AIDSNothing could be further from the truth. Even though many people die every day from AIDS related diseases in countries all over the world, have you noticed that the disease does not spread as viciously within communities where people have access to a healthy

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Deficiency Signs and Symptoms:Muscle spasms and leg cramps can be the result of extremely low calcium blood levels, as are high blood pressure, osteoporosis and colon cancer.Available supplementation forms:Several studies indicate some calcium supplements may contain substantial amounts of lead – a toxic metal affecting the brain, kidneys and red blood cell manufactureAvoid natural oyster shell

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Over 60 health conditions can benefit from essential fatty acid supplementation, in the areas covering:1.) Cardiovascular disease2.) Allergic and inflammatory conditions3.) Autoimmune diseases Health conditions exhibiting improvement with EFA supplementation include:Acne, AIDS, Allergies, Alzheimer's, Angina, Angioplasty, Arthritis, Atherosclerosis, Autoimmune diseases, Behavioral disorders,

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The balance of omega-6 to omega-3 oils is critical to proper prostaglandin metabolism. Prostaglandins have many functions, such as bronco dilation, inflammatory reactions and the regulation of cell propagation. The optimal ration of omega-6 to omega-3 fatty acids is 4:1, or four times the amount of omega-6 fatty acids as omega-3 fatty acids. However, in our modern diet, we are currently

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Selenium is a trace mineral which works with Vitamin E in preventing free radical damage to cell membranesIt is an antagonist to heavy metals such as lead, mercury, aluminium and cadmiumLow levels of selenium are linked to a higher risk for cancer, cardiovascular disease, inflammatory diseases and other conditions associated with increased free-radical damage, including aging and cataract

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How do you know if your pet is as healthy as he could be, or do you rely on dog food manufacturers to decide what he eats?Do you know if the ingredients in his pellets are really what his body needs to keep him healthy?Why are degenerative diseases on the increase in the dog world?Why does your dog chew on grass when you take him for a walk?Do your dog a big favour and give him a diet to make him

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Vitamin B6 is an extremely important B vitamin involved in the formation of body proteins and structural compounds, chemical transmitters in the nervous system, red blood cells and prostaglandins. It is also pivotal in maintaining hormonal balance and proper immune functionDeficiency Signs and Symptoms:Depression, convulsions (especially in children), glucose intolerance, anemia, impaired nerve

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The signs and symptoms of the essential fatty acid Omega-3 deficiency may be overt or chronically nagging, while ranging from mild fatigue to fatal heart attack. Most allopathic health care professions never make the simple association between a health symptom and Omega-3 deficiency and the fundamental underlying cause of illness continues to manifest. Physicians are rarely, if ever trained in

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If you are in the middle of a cold or ‘flu (which means you can’t get out of bed - there’s no such thing as ‘a touch of ‘flu’. If you’re not flat on your back, you haven’t got ‘flu), try this powerful ginger root tea from Dr Andrew Weil:o grate a 1in piece of ginger root into a poto cover with 2 cups of cold water and bring to the boil &o simmer for five minuteso add ½ teaspoon

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We often read of the good results people have had by using Echinacea when they first feel a cold coming on and the press has also caught on to the idea.There certainly there is plenty of truth in the claim that it can prevent a cold as Echinacea has long been hailed as an immune booster, especially in people who have low immune function. As we all know, when the cold virus is around some people

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There’s no doubt that fish and fish oil are healthy foods. Omega-3 is an essential nutrient that is only available to us from foods we eat. Even mainstream medicine now prescribes Omega-3 supplementation for atherosclerosis patients and the exceptional results experienced by people suffering from Bi-polar and AD(H)D disorders is legion.So why bring in toxins? Simply because it’s a known fact

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There is a difference in the way the body can use fish oils, compared to flax seed oil. The body converts the original type of omega-3 fat, known as (alpha) linolenic acid, which is the principle fat in flax seeds, into EPA and DHA which are both found in fish oils, but not in flax. So by eating fish or taking fish oils, you are saving your body from having to do the conversion.What’s more, the

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1. Beta-carotene: especially useful to the body as it is turned into vitamin A. Found in yellow, red, orange and dark green vegetables and fruit such as pumpkin, carrots, yellow beans, beetroot, blue berries, raspberries, spinach, kale, broccoli2. Calcium: essential for developing and maintain strong bones. Found in green vegetables such as broccoli, spinach, kale and plain yoghurt. Do not rely

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OTC cold remedies don’t work. Masking one lot of symptoms just to suffer a bunch of others which make you feel worse doesn’t make any sense. To top it, your cold still lasts either 2 weeks or fourteen days. Why not set about preventing them for a change? If you get more than two colds a year, here’s how:From today on, take 1-2 grams of vitamin C three times a dayNext time you get that

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This week we put in a new bed at ‘Squirrel’s Landing’ because we’ve outgrown the first three!We’ve used the same process as before – first digging over the soil with a hefty pick, taking out all the stones and grass and then resting it for a couple of daysNext we opened up 8 huge bags of ancient manure, completely aged and dry, and worked them well into the soilOn top of that came a generous

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If you thought of chromium as the shiny metal in a car bumper, you’re not alone. Of course chrome bumpers are long gone, but the metal plays a crucial role in human health, reports the Jan 2007 issue of Harvard Men’s Health Watch.Chromium and cholesterol:The best ways to boost HDL levels are lifestyle changes such as exercise and a diet boosted with Omega-3 fish oil, fresh vegetables and fruit,

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At the start of this posting you’ll have gathered long ago that Cabbages and Cream is passionate about organic food, be it vegetables and fruit, or even skin food and household detergents. However, in a moment you may question this stance, because we’re about to show up the word ‘organic’ as being surprisingly flawed. So please accept our apologies right now, while we urge you to use the

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As you browse your local store, looking for inspiration to feed the family, you may wonder whether organic is really any better than regular foods. After all, organic is the buzz word these days, so there must be something in it. And consumers are forcing the demand, while marketers are only too happy to find ways of getting us to part with our moneyFor a moment, let’s ignore those with

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1/2 a medium pumpkin - seeded, peeled and cut in chunks1 medium courgette - thick slices8 button mushrooms chunked1 medium leek - thick slices2 tablespoons olive oil2 heaped teaspoons Marigold veg stock powderBoiling water to coverA little chili powder - to taste1 tablespoon fresh Italian parsley - chopped1 tablespoon fresh chives – choppedCoriander – chopped, to serveYoghurt or cream – to

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Allergy vaccine hopes get boost, so says Richard Black, BBC science correspondence“Medical researchers have obtained promising results from a trial of a genetically-engineered allergy vaccine.During the trial, conducted in Austria, Sweden and France, the vaccine significantly reduced peoples' allergic response to pollen.The team says it is already developing further GM vaccines to combat other

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People who experience cramping often lack magnesium-rich foods in their diet, do not exercise regularly, sit around a lot and eat an excess of foods which reduce their calcium levels, such as grains, fizzy drinks, animal foods, caffeinated beverages, processed foods high in phosphates and refined sugars.Muscle cramps can also be due to many other influences, and if the cramping becomes severe,

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Two groups of vitamins are present in the body – water soluble (C and all B vitamins), which are found in all watery components of cells; and fat soluble vitamins such as A, D, E and K, found in the fatty cell compartments such as membranes.There are more than 20 vitamins, each having different chemical structures and roles within the body, which are used in many unique ways. For example, Vitamin

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Guest blogger Sally-Ann Creed, gives an informative overview of the importance of using natural laundry detergents.Are you using a “natural” Laundry Detergent(s)? Are you quite sure? Read Your Labels and avoid products with these ingredients:Phosphates in our Washing PowderPhosphates are natural minerals that are important to a variety of biological processes. A key nutrient for plants and

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Doctors are being advised to prescribe oily fish or omega-3 fatty acid supplements to heart attack patients.Professor Gene Feder, Chair of the Guideline Development Group, said: "The growing evidence that cardiac rehabilitation and specific lifestyle changes reduces the risk of second heart attacks, as well as improving quality of life, is not widely recognized."This is wonderful news – at last

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News from David Biello in Scientific American this week (May 24th 2007) is that Genetically Modified Crops Survive Weed-Whacking Herbicide. Crops genetically altered to resist herbicides have become so prevalent that resistant weeds are beginning to appear, necessitating new forms of genetic modification.Everyone must be aware of the growth of technology in all spheres of our lives, even where

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Have you been ‘conditioned’ into believing organic vegetables can never look as good as regular ones in shops? Well if you have, then take a closer look at this picture. There’s a bit too much reflection coming off the packaging, but there’s no denying the cos and dark frilly oak-leafed lettuce is as good looking as any, anywhere! The only reason organic vegetables look so unappetizing is

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This is a big subject, but we can simplify it by recognising the following: Fatty acids are released when dietary fats are digested. The major fatty acids in our diet are composed of recurring segments of two carbon units making up long chains of fatty acids of 16, 18, 20, etc, carbon atoms, divisible by 2. Almost all fatty acids in natural products contain an EVEN number of carbon atoms.

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Some of the UK's best-selling chocolate bars, such as Mars and Twix, will no longer be suitable for vegetarians. This was the announcement from the manufacturer of these chocolate bars, MasterFoods recently.The Vegetarian Society said the company's move was "incomprehensible", and they are 'Extremely disappointed' Within a week, 6,000 disappointed consumers set the manufacturers rushing

Jillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17356531392914420677noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8321921364190169848.post-29026119895006280762007-05-18T07:35:00.000Z2008-12-12T08:53:26.409Z

Rosalind Creasy really knows what she’s talking about, and has won many book awards. This book won an accolade from The American Horticultural Society as one of the 75 best gardening books published in the last 75 years! Now that’s an achievement, wouldn’t you say? And of course she’s so ‘organic’ that she often forgets to mention it! Her books are a real treat and will inspire you all over

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In a month of glorious weather the vegetables at Squirrel’s Landing have had to be almost tied down, to stop them growing so fast! These beets have only been in the ground for two months and are now ready for a full harvest, so if you visit Creeds towards the end of the week, you may just be lucky enough to nab a bunch.The leaves are simply beautiful and are almost pretty enough for a flower

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If you’re a dog or cat lover who’s been feeding your pets with pellets and canned food since forever, you are probably tearing your hair out wondering ‘where to now?’ because of the recent scary recall of contaminated pet food in the US and in South Africa. Well, Steve Brown and Beth Taylor have been talking about healthy dog food for years and their book See Spot Live Longer has some

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Sally-Ann Creed’s latest newsletter arrived on my digital desk this week, and she highlights the importance of Ester-C at this time of year in the southern hemisphere, especially if you have sensibly decided to avoid taking a flu jab.I would highly recommend your reading the full article on how Ester-C boosts immune function, plus more on: Antioxidants for ChemoTrans fats still in the newsReduce

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It is a medically recognized fact that our bodies absorb significant amounts of what we put on our skin. And now with certified organic food rapidly becoming the nutrition of choice by the health conscious amongst us, why would you accept any less for your skin?Did you know that:- An average adult is exposed to 126 harmful chemicals per day, via the 9 or so cosmetic products they use- There

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If you know someone contemplating an epidural to avoid the pain and trauma of childbirth, there are a few points of interest they may not have come across.In Lise Eliot’s book What's Going on in There?: How the Brain and Mind Develop in the First Five Years of Life she comments as follows: Every drug used for epidural anesthesia can diffuse out of the epidural space and enter the baby’

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We have been nominated in the Best Health and Best Food categories for the Blogger's Choice Awards!It's just a bit of fun, but follow this link if you think we deserve your vote.

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Nutritious is a recipe book with a difference – it contains 100% healthy recipes which are both tasty and easy to make, and utilizes organic ingredients, healthy alternatives to sugar, dairy, wheat and bad fats whilst being fun and informative at the same time.You will find health information and funny quotations peppered throughout the book, together with cooking and general health tips. Put

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This is not a new idea, but its gathering speed and attention around the world and while the jury’s out on whether the anecdotal evidence will satisfy people who insist on scientific results one way or the other, I’m personally not prepared to take the risk. So I have a gizmo on my mobile, as well as on my computer, digital bedside clock and rib heaters and I keep reading the reports and as much

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Here are some great sites that I find useful for finding new ideas for my organic garden.Dig my Plot - Growing vegetables & fruit organically on an allotment : anatural approach. What to do guide is updated monthly. Interestingideas and tips for everybody including Getting Started, Companion Planting,Identifying Weeds, Herbs, Crop Rotation.Organic Gardening Magazine - loads of ideas and useful

Jillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17356531392914420677noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8321921364190169848.post-37657689948384025662007-04-26T07:12:00.000Z2008-12-12T08:53:27.993Z

Here are some great reasons from Joseph Mercola – writing in The Townsend Letter for Doctors and Patients at www.mercola.com on why microwave ovens are actually not good for us. Continually eating food processed from a microwave oven causes long term, permanent brain damage by ‘shorting out’ electrical impulses in the brain (de-polarizing or de-magnetizing the brain tissue)The

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This makes an amazing lunch for hungry youngsters.Serves 1 or more Wheat free; sugar free; dairy free; vegetarian Take A few slices of freshly baked rye bread 1 handful of frilly lettuce leaves Extra virgin cold-pressed olive oil for drizzling over the salad 1 juicy lemon freshly squeezedFinely chop the following: A tomato A few sticks celery with leaves A few slices cucumber 2

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1. Exercise your mind. Crossword puzzles, mind games, challenging reading or educational classes can help keep your brain agile and strong.2. Exercise your body. Physical exercise seems to correlate with better mental function, perhaps because of improved circulation.3. Eat a diet rich in antioxidants and omega-3 fatty acids. Vegetables and fruit are the best sources of antioxidants. A good

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April in the new garden at Squirrel’s Landing has been busy. We found a source for organic leaf salad seedlings (hooray!) and most of them have taken. We had a very hot spell two days after transplanting, and had to find some quick protection so they didn’t frizzle up. We lost three in the process, but the rest are now close to harvest as you can see, which is something of a record – it

Jillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17356531392914420677noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8321921364190169848.post-30597964395028940652007-04-21T08:28:00.000Z2008-12-12T08:53:28.527Z

Here are my top 20 recommendations for a healthy nutrition plan:Cut out the following: Sugar; White flour (it's stripped of nutrients), Animal and vegetable fats and ALL margarinesAvoid excess soy and consider having none at allKeep consumption of dairy products LOWDon’t rely on ONE source of fibre, (i.e. wheat bran) include beans, pulses, fruits, vegetables, brown rice, oats, rye, barley,

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For those of you who still think you’re going to lose weight on a low-fat diet, think again.Our bodies crave fat and we cannot survive without it. As soon as we deprive ourselves of good fats and oils (in fish, pharmaceutical grade fish oil supplementation and extra virgin cold pressed olive oil) our bodies panic and send messages to our brains for a quick fix in the way of sugar, sending us into

Jillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17356531392914420677noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8321921364190169848.post-74084089026865693352007-04-21T07:58:00.000Z2008-12-12T08:53:28.834Z

The TimesOnline article sounds like a miracle cure, and for Type 1 sufferers will come as a possible life line.Far be it for any of us to debate the pros and cons of stem cell research at the expense of people suffering with this disease, be it from childhood or as a result of diabetes Type 2 which has developed out of control.However, from a nutritional standpoint, there is much that can be done

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Many people, including the marketers of chocolate, would be thrilled to find their favourite treat is able to reduce blood pressure, but I wonder why people have high blood pressure in the first place. Could it be they are consuming lots of milk chocolate, as Forbes.com has intimated?I agree it seems small quantities of dark chocolate have healthful flavonoids, but encouraging consumption in

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Anyone who has been on a diet will tell you that over time, they do not work – that is why so many people yo-yo diet. The temptation of a ‘quick-fix’ will always lure overweight and obese people to ‘try just one more diet’. It’s a mug’s game that is certain to fail. From a common sense angle, we know our bodies understand feast and famine very well, as we are conditioned to store nutrients in

Jillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17356531392914420677noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8321921364190169848.post-42525601618265312982007-04-20T07:55:00.000Z2007-04-28T09:34:57.232Z

We recommend the following books to read on the range of topics that we write about on Cabbages and Cream:Take Control of Your Health and Escape the Sickness Industry, by Elaine HollingsworthThis remarkable book will show you how to: determine which foods and which minerals build bone mass; Prevent/reverse osteoporosis; substitute safe remedies for dangerous HRT; avoid food and beverages that

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It is strange to think that Reuters has a story that highlights 15 minutes of exercise will help reduce the risk of obesity in your kids. Surely that is just common sense? The more we exercise the less chance of being over-weight?This is such an important topic and it seems sometimes that society (obviously I'm generalising here) can overlook the obvious when it comes to exercising especially for

Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8321921364190169848.post-69353623370883983132007-04-13T09:14:00.000Z2008-12-12T08:53:29.566Z

While I'm on my high horse about exercising in the gym, have a look at this article on avoiding the certain exercises.I agree with most of them, although I believe there is still significant value in doing sit-ups, when they are done properly!It is interesting to read that most of these exercises are one's that don't neccessarily add value for those playing sport or wanting to get fit, but rather

Mikenoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8321921364190169848.post-45129133356784839792007-04-13T09:05:00.000Z2008-12-12T08:53:29.793Z

There seems to be a huge amount of emphasis on working out in the gym these days, when in actual fact exercising using your own body weight is often more effective and almost certainly less stress on the body and joints.Here is an interesting article on the single-leg squat that offers a change in approach to conventional squats or leg press in the gym, but can be just as effective! Image

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Do you ever look in people’s shopping trolleys to see what they’ve bought for dinner?If you have, what’s the bet: You’ll see boxes of ready-made meals taking up loads of spaceBut what real value are they getting for their money?Do those beautifully labeled boxes of processed food warrant the prices we pay for themThey’re labeled with pictures of delicious looking foodBut what’s inside is always a

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Quick TipA recent review article points out that prostate cancer is increasing, and is the second leading cause of cancer deaths in the Western world. The etiology of prostate cancer remains unclear, course and progression are unpredictable, and definite treatment is not yet established. Lifestyle and diet Prostate Forum Nutrition Guide could contribute to the progression from small, latent,

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A brand new organic vegetable garden was born recently at Squirrel’s Landing. There’ll be frequent postings to keep you up to date on how it progresses, so make sure you visit us again soon. This is how the early preparation went in order to put minerals back in the sand and soil:Our topsoil was thick with invasive grass roots, making it impossible to dig over, and we had to bring in a Bobcat to

Jillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17356531392914420677noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8321921364190169848.post-48668324189574146712007-02-17T10:06:00.000Z2008-12-12T08:53:30.265Z

Everywhere we look it seems, we learn of more benefits of Omega-3 from fish oil, while at the same time, because of its popularity as a supplement, more confusing opinions are presented by the market place and the aggressive advertising amongst producers. In the hope of clearing up a few myths, over the next few weeks I’ll be writing in depth on the advantages of fish oil supplementation and

Jillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17356531392914420677noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8321921364190169848.post-63696528819604788602007-02-17T10:04:00.000Z2008-12-12T08:53:30.431Z

Many people feel that compost bins like these are essential in the garden when compost is being made, and it would also seem that open slatted wooden structures are more eco-friendly than plastic. But which is really going to make the best compost in the end?Whilst there are no hard and fast rules in compost making, if you waited long enough, you don't even need a container! However, when you

Jillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17356531392914420677noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8321921364190169848.post-65109989305530028802007-02-01T08:01:00.000Z2008-12-12T08:53:30.606Z

Everyone’s going organic these days, which is very good news indeed. But there are varying degrees of ‘organic’ and if we want to achieve the results we envisage we’d better do everything we can to get it right from the start.One aspect of the organic growing of vegetables we don’t hear enough about is soil management, and this is pivotal if we want good nutrition from the food we grow. People

Jillhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/17356531392914420677noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-8321921364190169848.post-87048164045248243252007-01-31T08:03:00.000Z2008-12-12T08:53:30.724Z

Your thyroid is a tiny butterfly-shaped gland in the front of your neck which regulates your metabolism, playing a major role in energy and health levels from day to day.The thyroid produces hormones which convert food into energy, helping your body burn calories efficiently. If your thyroid is functioning badly, effects are quickly felt. Women with healthy thyroids numerous symptoms are

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