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Thursday, June 20, 2013

Osteoporosis




It is caused by the loss of the mineral Calcium in bones and this implies a weakening or deficiency thereof. It is more common in women than in men.
 
Modern diets and habits favor the appearance of this disease. By the former which often do not include the daily  1,500 mg Calcium needed. The
latter is the habit of favoring a type of very sedentary life.
 
Thus, while some foods recommended by some plants also strongly recommend movement and exercise daily.

 




Gravity is our ally with respect to the increase of the density of our bones.
 
 
Some types of exercise slow and deliberate as Tai Chi Chuan are recommended.
Like Tai Chi, hiking also are suitable for all ages and all people.

Foods of plants that contain more Calcium are:

Broccoli, Tofu, Collard, Portuguese Kale, Watercress and Spinach, Asparagus, Nuts and all seeds and sprouts.


                            

See the recipe for Caldo verde (Portuguese kale souphere.

Portuguese Kale or Galega Kale

As the absorption of calcium interferes with the absorption of iron and vice versa, these two should be separated by meals.

For example:
 
At Breakfast

if you eat dairy at breakfast, these are to be eaten at the same meal: the low fat yoghurt, cereal, orange juice, nuts, dried fruits, and avocados.
 



At lunch
 
 you may eat broccoli, cabbage soup and fish. 
 


 
                   Look at link to Vitamine D and Arthrithis


 
 
At Dinner

you may eat beetroot and watercress salad with mussels that contain more iron than calcium, seasoned with a few drops of lemon.
Vitamin C present in lemon and orange helps absorption of iron and calcium, and must be consumed together.

 



                     Look at link to Vitmine C and Calcium.
 


Other plants that are friends of our bones:



The Currant, Ribes nigrum L., it has pulpy dark-blue berries.  One can use the fruit, the leaves or the buds.

 

Acts on microcirculation and improves night vision. It is appropriate to cure Rheumatism, Gout, and circulatory problems.


Recipe:
Make an infusion of leaves and blackcurrant: drink a cup in the morning for three weeks, repeating this healing cure every three months.



 

The Queen of Meadows is Filipendula ulmária.  

It is a flower common throughout Europe.
Its flowers are used to treat rheumatism but also as anti-inflammatory, antipyretic and diuretic. Has an effect depurative on the body, relieving pain, somewhat like aspirin.

  

Recipe:Pour four tablespoons of flowers in one liter of boiling water. You should drink this amount of tea daily.



 

Cabbage Brassica oleracea, contains boro and this raises the level of estrogen in the blood which in turn protects the bone.A good recipe is to combine shredded cabbage with beans as a salad.


The Dandelion, Taraxacum officinale,
is number two, following the cabbage in levels of boro.




 
 

 

10 gr. of dandelions have also 200 mg. Calcium. Also contains Silicon (Si) which strengthens bones.
 
Incidentally, while we're at Silicon, recommended is the consumption of natural waters with Silicon.

Amaranthus or amaranth, Amaranthus, in various species.
 
                                                         
 

10gr cooked leaves have 500mg of Calcium.
 
 
Plants in order of decreasing level of Calcium:
 
On the podium we have
Beans, 
Watercress,
Licorice,
Marjoram as savory,
Red Clove Buds,
Thymol-Chinese Cabbage,
Basil,
Celery seed,
Dandelion and
Purslane.


Soybeans and other beans by having phyto estrogen protect bones without contraindications unlike the corresponding pharmaceutical composition.

 

Pimenteira, Piper nigrum (Black Pepper), contains four compounds anti osteoporosis.
                                                     
 

Warning:
it is preferable to have the peppercorns ground and grind at the time when using for salads, soup and beans or avocado.
                                    
 
 
Horsetail, Equisetum arvense, has high levels of Silicon (Si) and is suitable for therapy in the treatment of bone fractures. 

                              
 
Recipe for Horsetail Tea:

Add a teaspoon of sugar to the water, along with the dried herb.
The sugar absorb more silicon of the plant.

Boil and then simmer for three hours (honestly think a little too much, I've used with good results in boiling 15 minutes maximum).
Strain the leaves and then let the tea cool before drinking it.

The Parsley, Petroselinum crispum, is rich in boro. Just need 84gr. parsley to provide the necessary 3mg to raise estrogen levels. It also contains fluorine which is another compound that enhances bone.

Purify your breath while saves the bones, adopting the habit of eating the parsley garnish or flavoring main dishes.
 


 

Recipe for a rich Calcium Soup :

-Shredded Cabbage
-Raw Dandelion
-Parsley
-Dill
-Purslane
-Chopped carrot
-Beans
-Garlic and Onions

 
 
You can start a quick sauté with onion and garlic. Then join the hot water and the rest of the vegetables and cook all, seasoned to taste.Serve with slices of Avocado sprinkled with Black Pepper as dessert .

Source: James A. Duke, Ph. D., in "The Green Pharmacy".
 

                        
 

Green Tips:

Garlic for being an anti-inflammatory drug should not be overlooked in the treatment of arthritis, rheumatism and gout that are sequences of osteoporosis.

About Coconut Oil

Reblogged from RiseEarth

Coconut Oil Is The Superfood of All Oils


The health benefits of coconut oil include hair care, skin care, stress relief, maintaining cholesterol levels, weight loss, increased immunity, proper digestion and metabolism, relief from kidney problems, heart diseases, high blood pressure, diabetes, HIV and cancer, dental care, and bone strength. These benefits of oil can be attributed to the presence of lauric acid, capric acid and caprylic acid, and its properties such as antimicrobial, antioxidant, anti-fungal, antibacterial and soothing properties.

Coconut oil is used extensively in tropical countries especially India, Sri Lanka, Thailand, Philippines etc., which have a good production of coconut oil. The oil was also once popular in western countries such as United States and Canada; however, there was a strong propaganda in 1970s spread by the corn oil and soy oil industry against coconut oil. Coconut oil was considered harmful for the human body due to its high saturated fat content till the last decade (2000s) when people started questioning this propaganda. Let us get into some details of how coconut oil works for our body.

How is lauric acid used by our body?

The human body converts lauric acid into monolaurin which is claimed to help in dealing with viruses and bacteria causing diseases such as herpes, influenza, cytomegalovirus, and even HIV. It helps in fighting harmful bacteria such as listeria monocytogenes and helicobacter pylori, and harmful protozoa such as giardia lamblia. As a result of these various health benefits of coconut oil, though its exact mechanism of action was unknown, it has been extensively used in Ayurveda, the traditional Indian medicinal system. The Coconut Research Center has compiled various benefits in both traditional and modern medicine.

Before we move on to the benefits of coconut oil in detail, let us understand its composition.

Composition of Coconut Oil:

Coconut oil consists of more than ninety percent of saturated fats (Don't panic! First read to the last word. Your opinion may change), with traces of few unsaturated fatty acids, such as monounsaturated fatty acids and polyunsaturated fatty acids. Virgin coconut oil is no different from this. Let us have a bit detailed study of this..

Saturated fatty acids: Most of them are medium chain triglycerides, which are supposed to assimilate well. Lauric acid is the chief contributor, with more than forty percent of the share, followed by capric acid, caprylic acid, myristic acid and palmitic.

Polyunsaturated fatty acids: Linoleic acid.

Monounsaturated fatty acids: Oleic acid.

Poly-phenols: Coconut contains Gallic acid, which is phenolic acid. These poly-phenols are supposed to be responsible for the fragrance and the taste of coconut oil and Virgin Coconut Oil is rich in these poly-phenols.

Certain derivatives of fatty acid like betaines, ethanolamide, ethoxylates, fatty esters, fatty polysorbates, monoglycerides and polyol esters.

Fatty chlorides, fatty alcohol sulphate and fatty alcohol ether sulphate, all of which are derivatives of fatty alcohols.

Vitamin-E and vitamin K and minerals such as Iron.

Health benefits of coconut oil
Let us now explore the benefits of coconut oil in detail:

Hair care:
Coconut oil is one of the best natural nutrition for hair. It helps in healthy growth of hair providing them a shiny complexion. It is effective in reducing the protein loss for damaged and undamaged hair.

Coconut oil is extensively used in the Indian sub-continent for hair care. Most of the people in these countries apply coconut oil on their hair daily after bath. It is an excellent conditioner and helps in the re-growth of damaged hair. It also provides the essential proteins required for nourishing damaged hair. Research study indicates that coconut oil provides better protection to hair from damage caused by hygral fatigue.

Regular head massage with coconut oil ensures that your scalp is free of dandruff, even if your scalp is dry. It also helps in keeping hair and scalp free from lice and lice eggs.

It is therefore used as hair care oil and used in manufacturing various conditioners, and dandruff relief creams. Coconut oil is normally applied topically for hair care.

Skin care
Coconut oil is excellent massage oil for the skin as well. It acts as an effective moisturizer on all types of skins including dry skin. The benefit of coconut oil on the skin is comparable to that of mineral oil. Further, unlike mineral oil, there is no chance of having any adverse side effects on the skin with the application of coconut oil. Coconut oil therefore is a safe solution for preventing dryness and flaking of skin. It also delays wrinkles, and sagging of skin which normally become prominent with age. Coconut oil also helps in treating various skin problems including psoriasis, dermatitis, eczema and other skin infections. Therefore coconut oil forms the basic ingredient of various body care products such as soaps, lotions, creams, etc., used for skin care. Coconut oil also helps in preventing premature aging and degenerative diseases due to its antioxidant properties.

Heart diseases
There is a misconception spread among many people that coconut oil is not good for the heart. This is because it contains a large quantity of saturated fats. However, coconut oil is beneficial for the heart. It contains about 50% lauric acid, which helps in preventing various heart problems including high cholesterol levels and high blood pressure. The saturated fats present in coconut oil are not harmful as it happens in case of other vegetables oils. It does not lead to increase in LDL levels. It also reduces the incidence of injury in arteries and therefore helps in preventing atherosclerosis.

Weight loss
Coconut oil is very useful in reducing weight. It contains short and medium-chain fatty acids that help in taking off excessive weight. It is also easy to digest and it helps in healthy functioning of the thyroid and enzymes systems. Further, it increases the body metabolism by removing stress on pancreases, thereby burning out more energy and helping obese and overweight people reduce their weight. Hence, people living in tropical coastal areas, who eat coconut oil daily as their primary cooking oil, are normally not fat, obese or overweight.

Digestion
Internal use of coconut oil occurs primarily as cooking oil. Coconut oil helps in improving the digestive system and thus prevents various stomach and digestion related problems including irritable bowel syndrome. The saturated fats present in coconut oil have antimicrobial properties and help in dealing with various bacteria, fungi, parasites, etc., that cause indigestion. Coconut oil also helps in absorption of other nutrients such as vitamins, minerals and amino acids.

Immunity
Coconut oil is also good for the immune system. It strengthens the immune system as it contains antimicrobial lipids, lauric acid, capric acid and caprylic acid which have antifungal, antibacterial and antiviral properties. The human body converts lauric acid into monolaurin which is claimed to help in dealing with viruses and bacteria causing diseases such as herpes, influenza, cytomegalovirus, and even HIV. It helps in fighting harmful bacteria such as listeria monocytogenes and helicobacter pylori, and harmful protozoa such as giardia lamblia.

Candida
Coconut is beneficial in preventing and curing candida. It provides relief from the inflammation caused by candida, externally and internally. Its high moisture retaining capacity does not let the skin crack or peel off. Further, unlike other drugs for candida, the effects of coconut oil is gradual and not drastic or sudden, which gives the patient ample time to cope up with the die-off symptoms or Herxheimer Reactions (the name given to the symptoms accompanying body's rejection of toxins generated during elimination of these fungi). But, this is one condition that you systematically and gradually increase your dosages of coconut oil and do not start with a large quantity all of a sudden.

Candida, also known as Systemic Candidiasis, is a dreaded disease caused due to excessive and uncontrolled growth of yeast called Candida Albicans in stomach. This yeast is more or less present in everybody's stomach, but it does not show any adverse effects since its growth is controlled by some beneficial bacteria which reside in our stomach. When, due to any reason such as growth of other bacteria who destroy these beneficial bacteria or use of antibiotics which ultimately end up in eliminating these bacteria in addition to disease causing ones or due to bleaching or washing of stomach with medicines or excessive use of chemical laxatives or ingestion of poisonous stuff etc.; this yeast or fungi starts growing very fast and cause candida.

Symptoms of candida: The symptoms of candida include infection in genitals, urinary tract and bladder, stomach & intestines, ear, nose and throat, itchy and dry skin, inflammations in internal organs and skin, patching & peeling off of skin (particularly in scalp), digestive and excretory disorders and problems with hair, nail etc.

This disease is very common in Europe and America, may be due to cold and moist climate and food habits. In these places, a large portion of their food is comprised of food stuffs which, in some way or the other, are processed with yeast or fermented; such as breads, other baked items, cheese and above all, wine and other alcoholic drinks. These things also assist growth of Candida Albicans in the body. The various fatty acids found in the coconut oil are beneficial in treating candida.

Capric acid, a medium chain fatty acid (a Saturated Fat) present in coconut oil has antimicrobial, antiviral and antifungal properties. This is the same fatty acid which is present in mother's milk and protects the baby from bacterial, viral and fungal infections. In the body, it reacts with certain enzymes secreted by other bacteria or otherwise, which covert it to a powerful antimicrobial agent, monocaprin. On systematically using coconut oil for candida, capric acid has been found very effective in killing this yeast.

Caprylic acid, caproic acid, myristic acid and lauric acid found in coconut oil and have antimicrobial and antifungal properties which also aid in the elimination of candida albicans. Lauric acid a saturated fat and a medium chain fatty acid form a compound called monolaurin, upon reaction with enzymes. This monolaurin is an expert germ and fungus killer.

Healing and infections
When applied on infections, it forms a chemical layer which protects the infected body part from external dust, air, fungi, bacteria and virus. Coconut oil is most effective on bruises as it speeds up the healing process by repairing damaged tissues.

Infections: Coconut oil is very effective against a variety of infections due to its antifungal, antiviral, and antibacterial properties. According to the Coconut Research Center, coconut oil kills viruses that cause influenza, measles, hepatitis, herpes, SARS, etc. It also kills bacteria that cause ulcers, throat infections, urinary tract infections, pneumonia, and gonorrhoea, etc. Coconut oil is also effective on fungi and yeast that cause ringworm, athlete's foot, thrush, diaper rash, etc.

Other
Coconut oil is strongly recommended for other benefits which are given below. Usage of coconut oils mildly helps for the following:

Liver: The presence of medium chain triglycerides and fatty acids helps in preventing liver diseases as they substances are easily converted into energy when they reach the liver, thus reducing work load on the liver and also preventing accumulation of fat.

Kidney: Coconut oil helps in preventing kidney and gall bladder diseases. It also helps in dissolving kidney stones.

Pancreatitis: Coconut oil is also believed to be useful in treating pancreatitis.

Stress relief: Coconut oil is very soothing and hence it helps in removing stress. Applying coconut oil to the head followed with a gentle massage helps in removing mental fatigue.

Diabetes: Coconut oil helps in controlling blood sugar, and improves the secretion of insulin. It also helps in effective utilization of blood glucose, thereby preventing and treating diabetes.

Bones: As mentioned earlier, coconut oil improves the ability of our body to absorb important minerals. These include calcium and magnesium which are necessary for development of bones. Thus coconut oil is very useful to women who are prone to osteoporosis after middle age.

Canker Sore Remedy
If your diet consists primarily of fresh pineapple and sour soothers, one of the (likely many) health issues you've endured is the dreaded canker sore. Coconut oil has been said to speed up the healing process.

Dental care: Calcium is an important element present in teeth. Since coconut oil facilitates absorption of calcium by the body, it helps in getting strong teeth. Coconut oil also stops tooth decay. Combine coconut oil with baking soda to make your pearly whites gleam. Antibacterial Action of Coconut Oil Combats Tooth Decay When Consumed.

HIV and cancer: It is believed that coconut oil plays an instrumental role in reducing viral susceptibility of HIV and cancer patients. Preliminary research has shown indications of the effect of coconut oil on reducing the viral load of HIV patients (Reference).

Finally, coconut oil is often preferred by athletes and body builders and by those who are dieting. The reason behind this being that coconut oil contains lesser calories than other oils, its fat content is easily converted into energy and it does not lead to accumulation of fat in the heart and arteries. Coconut oil helps in boosting energy and endurance, and enhances the performance of athletes.

Coconut oil and Alzheimer's disease: There are reports of research conducted by Dr. Newport stating that coconut oil is useful for treating Alzheimer's disease. Apart from this there is no scientific evidence or traditional knowledge of coconut oil being used for treating Alzheimer's. It was also not known traditionally that coconut oil helps in boosting the function of the brain in any form.

Why is coconut oil solid?: Unlike most other oils, coconut oil has a high melting point -- about 24 to 25 degress Celsius or 76-78 Fahrenheit. Therefore it is solid at room temperature and melts only when the temperatures go high. Hence, if you buy a bottle of coconut oil and find it solid, don't think that there is some problem with it. Coconut oil is like this only. And of course, don't keep it in your refrigerator.

How to use coconut oil?: If you are using coconut oil for topical purposes, especially hair care, just melt the oil (if it is solid) by keeping the bottle in the sun or warm water. You can also take some coconut oil out and put it in a small bowl and heat the bowl over a flame (do not use microwave). Then take the oil on your palm and apply it to your hair. If you want to use it for internal consumption, simply replace butter or vegetable oils with coconut oil in your recipes. Remember, you need not switch to coconut oil completely, as you will miss the benefits of other oils and dairy products.

Can I use coconut oil for cooking?: Yes, in most of the tropical coastal regions, people use coconut oil for cooking.

I don't like the taste of coconut oil. What should I do?: Try using coconut oil in some different recipe. That may help. If you get nauseated after eating coconut oil, don't force yourself. As it happens with any other food item, your body may be allergic to coconut oil and it is best not to consume it.

Varieties of Coconut Oil
There are primarily 6 varieties of coconut oil that you will find in the market. These are pure coconut oil, refined coconut oil, organic coconut oil, virgin coconut oil, organic virgin coconut oil and extra virgin coconut oil.

Pure Coconut Oil: This oil is our good old friend. Extracted from dried coconut kernels, also called copra. It is crude, unrefined and without any additives. It is mainly extracted by compression of copra in a mill, either driven by bullocks or by power. However, the one extracted by bullock driven oil mills is preferred. Pure coconut oil has multiple uses such as edible oil, massaging oil, hair oil, cosmetics, medicinal and industrial usage.

Refined Coconut Oil: This is sometimes also called the RBD coconut oil, which is an abbreviated form for refined, bleached & deodorized coconut oil. As the name suggests, this is obtained by mechanically and chemically refining, bleaching and deodorizing the crude coconut oil, to make it thin, colorless, odorless and without any type of particle (such as those of proteins) suspended in it. What we get is only pure saturated fats and nothing else.

Virgin Coconut Oil: Virgin coconut oil is derived from the milk obtained from fresh coconut meat, and not from copra, by processes like fermentation, centrifugal separation and enzyme action. Care is taken to use no or as less heat as possible in the extraction of this oil. Produced this way, this oil tastes and smells the best and is laden with antioxidants and medium chain fatty Acids. It also has remarkable anti microbial properties. This is one of the most respected varieties of coconut oil.

Organic Coconut Oil: The coconut oil that has been extracted from coconuts obtained from coconut palms raised only on organic manure and no synthetic fertilizers, insecticides etc., and without the involvement of any chemical in its extraction or processing, is called the organic coconut oil. This again, is a very much respected variety of coconut oil. Organic coconut oil forms an integral part of a number of organic cosmetic products such as organic soaps, organic skin creams and lotions, organic snacks etc. and thousands of such products. Some of the organic programmes and authorities who certify organic coconut oil include Global Organic Textile Standards (GOTS), USDA National Organic Program (NOP), European Organic Regulations (EU 2092/91), Export Certificates for Japan (JAS Equivalent), Indian National Programme for Organic Production (NPOP), Quebec Organic Reference Standard (CAAQ), Bio Suisse Standards, IOFAM Basic Standards, ECOCERT.

Organic Virgin Coconut Oil: You can very well understand what does that mean. It means virgin coconut oil produced from the organic coconuts, the organic way. This is perhaps the best and purest form of coconut oil one can imagine of (of course, if it is that real).

Extra Virgin Coconut Oil: Among all the varieties of coconut oil, this is the most challenged and doubted one, as its very existence is doubted and the name hardly makes any sense. Further, there are no set standards for virginity of coconut oil. Moreover, reputed firms and government bodies are still neither saying anything on it, nor are they selling it. So, speaking something on this will be too early.

The properties of coconut oil do not differ much with their varieties and remain more or less the same. So, think well and make a wise decision before you put your hands in your pocket.

Coconut Oil as a Carrier Oil: Coconut oil can be very efficient as carrier oil. Carrier oils hold a place of high importance in Aromatherapy, Ayurveda, Chinese Medicines and all other systems of medicine which involve massaging. Carrier oils are those oils which easily penetrate or absorb into the skin and thus facilitate seepage or absorption of other oils (such as essential oils) and herbal extracts through skin, when mixed into it. Coconut oil is very easily absorbed through the skin pores and thus used as carrier oil. Further, being one of the most stable oils, it does neither go rancid itself nor does it let the other oils or herbal extracts or medicines spoil in it for a long time. Thus, you can mix your desired thing it and keep it for future for a long-long time. Due to its anti-fungal and anti-microbial property coconut oil keeps the oils, herbal extracts and medicines that are mixed in it protected from microbial or fungal actions. It also does not alter the properties of the oils and herbs mixed in it. Coconut oil is expensive in several countries; however, in tropical countries its cost is low enough to make it affordable carrier oil.

Coconut oil extraction
Cold pressing is one of the preferred methods of extraction of coconut oil.The quality and goodness of coconut oil depends much on the method of its extraction. Basically, there are two main methods of extraction of coconut oil. First one is cold pressing of copra (dried coconut kernels) and the second is boiling of fresh coconut milk. Since boiling or heating destroys many nutrients and volatile components, hence coconut oil obtained this way is not considered as good as that obtained by cold pressing, as cold pressing retains much of oil's goodness. Machine pressing and bullock/manual pressing are two methods of cold pressing.

Machine pressing: In this cold pressing is done with the help of an electrically or diesel-engine driven oil mill. Most of cold pressed oil used in the world is obtained this way.

Bullock/manual pressing: The oil obtained this way has a better taste and fragrance and is dearer since the production is less, consumes more time and energy and wastage is more. It has higher price, lower availability and better quality.

Buying Coconut Oil
First of all, you need to decide why you need coconut oil, i.e. where you are going to use it. Your choice should be based on your need, i.e. whether you want it for edible purposes or as a carrier oil to be used in aromatherapy or for massaging or for weight loss or for medicinal purposes etc. As mentioned earlier there are different varieties for different purposes. Their properties do not differ much, unless they are mixed with some base or additives and do not contain 100% coconut oil. Given below is a list of such purposes and the type of coconut oil to buy.

Purpose---Preferable Type to Buy

Cooking---Refined Coconut Oil

Weight Loss---Virgin Coconut Oil

As a Carrier Oil---Virgin Coconut Oil, Fractionated Coconut Oil

Good Health---Virgin Coconut Oil, Organic Coconut Oil

Massaging---Pure Coconut Oil, Refined Coconut Oil

Hair---Pure Coconut Oil, Refined Coconut Oil

Medicinal uses---Virgin Coconut Oil, Virgin Organic Coconut Oil

Further, before you buy coconut oil, it should be kept in mind that for edible and therapeutic uses, refined coconut oil is the best as it is hygienic and clean. Unrefined coconut oil is good for external applications such as hair care and skin care.

Where to buy from? Except some of the special varieties, such as virgin coconut oil and organic coconut oil, other varieties like the pure coconut oil and refined coconut oil are easily available with most of the grocers, at least in tropical countries. For special ones, you need to search the big departmental stores or sometimes a drug store too. Things may be a little different in countries which do not produce coconut oil, e.g. US, Canada, most of Europe, etc. You need to visit big grocers in these countries. You will also get coconut oil easily at grocery stores in localities what have higher population of people from India, Thailand, Sri Lanka, Philippines, and coastal Africa. And of course, you can find it online.

Which brand to buy?: No problem if someone in your village extracts coconut oil (quite normal in Philippines, Thailand, Burma, coastal India, Sri Lanka etc.) and you know that person well or see him/her expelling the oil. But when you are to buy coconut oil in packs, go for the reliable and reputed brands. Read the contents carefully. Watch the manufacturing date (although coconut oil has a long shelf life, still, the fresher the better).

How much to pay? Now, this is really a difficult question to answer. The price of coconut oil depends on many factors such as its availability (cheaper where it is produced and dearer otherwise, further dearer if ordered via phone, Internet etc.), demand, variety (the refined one costs least, followed by the fractionated, the virgin, the organic and the organic virgin coconut oils etc.), brand, quantity (buying in bulk costs a little less), packaging etc.

How much to buy? Buy only as much you can consume in few months, because despite the fact that coconut oil does not go rancid for a long time, it is not wise to store it unnecessarily. Better go for fresh lot each time.

Storage: After you buy coconut oil, the next question comes to your mind is that of storage. In colder countries, coconut oil comes in good broad containers. However, if you get it in a pack (tetra-pack or plastic pouch), after opening the pack keep the oil in containers with tight lid and broad mouth so that you can scoop it out with a spoon if it solidifies. Keeping it sealed or lidded is necessary because there are other admirers of coconut oil (ants, cockroaches, other insects and rodents just love it!). That's all.

Article sources:
organicfacts.net
huffingtonpost.ca
gnet.org
 
April McCarthy is a community journalist playing an active role reporting and analyzing world events to advance our health and eco-friendly initiatives.

Source: PreventDisease.com
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25 Coconut Home Remedies

Stomach problems, unexplained weight loss or gain, irritability, depression, the list of side effects from conventional medications is endless! Every day, millions of people expose themselves to these potential dangers. Fortunately, Mother Nature comes to our rescue by providing an amazing nutritious superfood that has many health benefits and amazing medicinal properties.

Let's take a look at some of the wonderful ways in which coconut, along with its variants such as coconut milk and oil can serve as an excellent home remedy for some of your most critical health issues.

Coconut – The ideal home remedy

The bounty of coconut goes far beyond from being a usual natural or a home remedy. Read on to know more about each of such ways in which coconut and its derivatives can serve as an effective home remedy.

Beauty and skin care tips

Coconut, in its various forms, aids beauty and skin care in endless ways. Listed below are just a few important uses.
  • Owing to its hydrating and soothing properties, coconut milk can serve as a very rejuvenating homemade moisturizer.
  • Make your own special moisturizing bath by combining the following: half a cup of rose water, 1 cup of rose petals and 1 cup of coconut milk to warm water.
  • Make a moisturizing skin mask with coconut milk by adding some honey and almond powder to it, leaving it on for 15 minutes before you rinse.
  • Coconut oil helps to heal diaper rash.
  • Use coconut oil to treat sunburns and skin rashes
  • Coconut oil can be used as a massage oil, natural lubricant, and works great as a sunscreen.
  • Can serve as an excellent hair mask when massaged well leaving your hair soft and shiny. For best results, wrap your head in a warm, moist towel before the wash.
Cure for Health, Ailments and Conditions

Apart from the basic skin and hair care benefits, coconut oil along with coconut water can help with a series of other conditions and ailments. Here, we've listed some of the most important uses of coconut as a natural remedy.

  • The oil helps to treat the cradle cap on infants' heads along with other forms of itchy and flaky skin on the babies' heads and helps you get rid of lice, especially in children
  • The oil gives relief from the itchy skin associated to eczema in adults.
  • Massage with coconut oil relieves you of the joint and muscle ache that arises out of fatigue
  • Having coconut water immediately after exercise or in illness helps to rehydrate the body quickly
  • Both coconut oil as well as coconut water provides relief from Urinary Tract Infections (UTIs) owing to their antibacterial , anti-fungal and antiviral properties
  • Coconut oil helps to fight throat infection and mouth ulcers
  • Having coconut water regularly helps regulate your blood pressure owing to the high amount of potassium content, making it a highly effective remedy for cardiovascular health
  • Coconut water can help treat kidney stones
  • Coconut water helps you lose weight owing to the medium-chain triglycerides ingredient which are easily converted into energy instead of being accumulated as body fat
  • Coconut milk helps prevent osteoporosis by improving your body's ability to absorb calcium and magnesium. It also helps stabilize blood sugar and insulin levels
  • Massage with the oil offers relief from sore nipples which occur from breastfeeding
  • With its anti-bacterial properties, coconut oil helps curb parasites and fungi that might cause ingestion and also lead to conditions like the irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)
  • Coconut oil helps heal nail fungus
  • Boost your energy and stamina with the refreshing coconut water, rich in vitamins and minerals, while being low in its sugar and sodium content
  • Regular use of coconut oil can help fight the bacteria that causes tooth decay
So now you can see how important coconut oil is to your health. Add it to your smoothies, use it on your skin and hair, drink coconut water after workouts to ensure that you take advantage of all the health benefits of this important superfood.

References

http://nutritionfortheworld.wetpaint.com/page/Home+Remedies+with+Coconut+Oil
http://www.livestrong.com/article/132040-home-skin-remedies-that-use-coconut-milk/
http://weightlosspillstalk.com/coconut-oil-home-remedy-weight-loss.html
http://www.homeremediesweb.com/coconut-water-health-benefits.php
http://sfshine.hubpages.com/hub/Urinary-Tract-Infection-Cure-UTI-with-Coconut-Oil
http://news.iskcon.com/node/4421

Source: bewellbuzz.com

More about Cannabis

Re.blogged from RiseEarth

Woman Uses Raw Cannabis Juice In Place of 40 Medications


More and more we are beginning to understand that marijuana is far more than a street-level 'drug'. In fact, research shows that it's a healing plant — and it doesn't have to get you high. And as we learn more about this healing plant, we learn there are really a multitude of uses and methods to obtaining its benefits.

One of the latest methods of reaping its benefits is juicing, as one woman learned the hard way.

Juicing is a great way to get the best stuff out of plant materials. It makes digestion easy and allows your body to really make the most of what you put into it. So, it stands to reason that many of the benefits associated with smoking, vaporizing, or eating cannabis could be enhanced through juicing.

High-aside, some argue juicing raw cannabis to be the most beneficial, and it does all of this without getting users stoned. Raw cannabis is not psychoactive. The beneficial compounds within are known as cannabidiols (CBD) and they are not the THC responsible for getting you high.

Instead, as NaturalNews reports, CBDs "bridge the gap of neurotransmission in the central nervous system, including in the brain by providing a two-way system of communication that completes a positive 'feedback loop'".

Dr. William Courtney, founder of Cannabis International, is largely considered the biggest proponent of raw cannabis juicing. His patient (and wife) has also become a visible advocate after a video featuring her testimony went viral.

Also a researcher, Kristen Peskuski was diagnosed with rheumatoid arthritis at age 16. She also had systemic lupus, endometriosis, and a host of other conditions. In her video, she details how raw cannabis helped her get rid of a prescription drug regimen that included 40 different drugs. Also in the video, she discusses the case of a 2-year old child who was able to combat brain tumors with raw cannabis juice.

"There's a tendency to discount claims when something appears to be good for everything, but there's a reason this is the case," says Dr. Ethan Russo of Seattle in speaking how raw cannabis could benefit immune, nervous, and skeletal systems. "The endogenous cannabinoid system acts as a modulator in fine-tuning a lot of these systems, and if something is deranged biochemically in a person's body, it may well be that a cannabinoid system can bring things back into balance."

While some critics say you would have to juice a quite-expensive amount of cannabis to get enough of it, this is something that could become more feasible as marijuana continues to be deregulated.

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Ashtar Speaks: "Ausblick auf die unmittelbar vor euch liegende Zeit" – 19. Juni 2013

In der jetzigen Zeit, in der unter den Lichtarbeitern viel Unsicherheit herrscht, ist es wichtig, euch daran zu erinnern, wer ihr wirklich seid. Ihr kommt aus Dimensionen, die Furcht, Angst und alle anderen, niederschwingenden Gefühle nicht kennen. Eure wahre Essenz ist vollkommen rein. In Wahrheit fürchtet ihr euch niemals. Über euch selber oder über andere zu urteilen ist für eure wahre Essenz ebenso unmöglich, wie die Einheit mit Allem Was Ist nicht zu spüren. Eure Reinheit ist vollkommen und euer wahres Wesen.

Warum ist es jetzt so wichtig, sich dieser Tatsache, dieser einzig wahren Realität in jedem Augenblick gewahr zu sein?

Es befinden sich derzeit viele Informationen im Umlauf, die euch zweifeln lassen und Angst machen sollen. Und dies wird sich in der unmittelbar vor euch liegenden Zeit stark verstärken. Die Enthüllungen, welche jetzt nach und nach zum Vorschein kommen, führen zu Gegenreaktionen derjenigen, welche von den Enthüllungen in ihrer Macht betroffen sind. Auch wenn es euch schwer fallen mag, habt Verständnis für eure Brüder und Schwestern. Sie wissen nicht, wie sie mit den einströmenden Liebesenergien umgehen sollen. Sie sehen, wie ihre Machtstruktur zerbröckelt und ihre Pläne nicht umsetzbar sind. Sie wehren sich gegen das Unvermeidliche und lassen dadurch ihre Situation noch unangenehmer werden. Folge davon ist, dass sie all die negativen Gefühle auf jene projektieren wollen, welche sie als Ursache für ihre Lage betrachten. Und das seid vor allem ihr, die Lichtarbeiter.

Seid beruhigt. Ihr alle seid genügend stark und erwacht, um diesen Aktionen gelassen entgegenzutreten. Akzeptiert sie als Teil des Spiels, welches ihr bereit gewesen seid, einzugehen. Und das Ende dieses Spiels steht unmittelbar vor der Tür.

Es braucht nun nicht mehr viel, dass eine breite Masse der Menschheit Informationen über das Spiel auf eurer Welt erhalten, welche sie in ihren Grundwerten zweifeln lassen. Diese Menschen werden Mühe haben, die ihnen präsentierte Wahrheiten zu akzeptieren. Selbst mit all den Beweisen, die geliefert werden um die Aussagen bezüglich der Realität zu belegen, für sie ist die Akzeptanz dieser Wahrheit mit viel Schmerz verbunden. Wenn sie erfahren, wer eure Welt wirklich beherrscht hat, wie sie über all die lange Zeit versklavt und ihren Rechten beraubt wurden, ist es nicht verwunderlich, dass sie nach dem anfänglichen Zweifeln sehr rasch in die nächsten emotionalen Reaktionen umschalten: In Furcht, Wut und leider manchmal auch Hass auf jene, die ihnen dies scheinbar angetan haben.

Wir erinnern euch daran, dass es in diesem Moment eure Aufgabe sein wird, euren Mitmenschen zur Seite zu stehen und sie an dieses Spiel auf eurem Planten zu erinnern. Erinnert sie daran, dass dieses Spiel nicht funktionieren könnte, wenn sich nicht Licht und Dunkelheit gegenüber stehen würden. Erinnert sie auch daran, dass sie alle unsterbliche Seelen sind, welche vor ihrer Inkarnation auf diesen Planeten genau gewusst haben, wie die Spielregeln lauten und wer ihre Mitspieler sind.

Es wird keine leichte Aufgabe für euch sein. Viele der negativen Reaktionen auf die Wahrheit über eure Existenz werdet ihr abbekommen. Versteht bitte, wie schwierig es für eure Mitmenschen sein wird, die Wahrheit über das Spiel zu erfahren und quasi im gleichen Atemzug auch noch zu erfahren, wer sie eigentlich wirklich sind, nämlich unsterbliche, vollkommene Seelen. Wir sehen, dass dies zu einigen Turbulenzen im Innen wie Aussen führen könnte, sehen aber auch, dass dies nur eine kurze Phase ist, die ihr erfolgreich meistern werdet. Ihr seid Meister und habt bereits so viel erreicht, dass ihr auch diese Hilfestellung für eure Mitmenschen in dieser Zeit erreichen werdet. Wahrlich, ihr seid so mächtig, dass ihr sorglos auf diese Zeit zugehen, eure Aufgabe annehmen und ausführen könnt.

Erwartet in der vor euch liegenden Zeit viele und bahnbrechende Enthüllungen. Wir erinnern euch daran, dass Disclosure nicht nur die Informationen über uns, eure Sternenbrüder und –schwestern umfasst. Dies ist nur ein Teil von Disclosure und insbesondere die Veröffentlichungen über den Zweck, den Inhalt und den Ausgang des Spiels, welches sich auf eurem Planeten vollzieht, sind wichtig Bestandteile.

Aus unserer Sicht sehen wir, wie ihr euch entwickelt und die Früchte der Enthüllungen. Wir sehen, wie ihr dies alles mit Bravur meistern werdet und dies löst bei uns grosse Verzückung und Dankbarkeit aus. Ihr schafft es, glaubt an euch so wie wir alle an euch glauben.

Und vergesst nicht: Niemals, nicht einen Augenblick seid ihr alleine. Ihr müsst diesen Weg nicht alleine gehen und wir sind da, ganz eng an eurer Seite. Ruft uns an, wenn ihr Hilfe benötigt und wir sind da für euch.

Ich bin Ashtar, euer Bruder, der euch so sehr liebt, euch so sehr bewundert und ja, Stolz auf euch ist, dass Worte dies nicht auszudrücken vermögen.

In tiefster, inniger Liebe,

Ashtar.

Re-blogged von <philipp.schlienger@intergga.ch>

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Reblogged from Letter of Luisa Vasconsellos

Ashtar Speaks: "Outlook on the time that lies immediately ahead of you"

– 19. Juni 2013

Now, at this time, where a lot of uncertainty prevails among the lightworkers, it is important, that you remember, who you really are. You are coming from dimensions, where fear, anxiety and all the other low swinging feelings are unknown. Your true essence is of totally pureness. To be honest, you never fear anything. For your true essence it is impossible to judge for yourself or for other people, as well as not to feel the All That Is. Your pureness is complete and you true being.

Why is it so important now, to be aware of this fact, the only true reality every moment?

At this time many information are in circulation, that shall make you doubt and be afraid. And this will increase a lot in the coming days ahead. The disclosures, which are coming step by step to the surface, are creating backlash in those, who are affected in their power. Even if it might be difficult for you, show understanding for your brothers and sisters. They do not know how to deal with the incoming Love-energies. They see, how their power structures are breaking away and their plans are not working out. They resist against the unavoidable and by doing that their situation is becoming more uncomfortable. As a result, that they want to project their negative feelings on to those, they think that are responsible for their situation. And that are mainly you, the lightworkers.

Do not worry. You are all sufficiently strong and awaken, to face these actions in a relaxed way. And the end of this game is imminent knocking on the door.

It does not need much more, that a rank and file mass of people receive information about the game on your world, that causes doubt in their core values. These people will have problems to accept the truth that are presented to them. Even with all the proves, that are delivered to back up the statements relating to reality, for them the acceptance of the truth is connected with pain. If they find out who really controls your world, how they were enslaved for a long time, and deprived in their rights, it is not surprising that they quickly switch after initial doubts to the next emotional reactions: Into fear, anger and unfortunately, sometimes even hatred of those who have apparently done this to them.

We remind you that it will be your task in this moment, to stand by your fellow men and to remind them of this game on your planet. Remind them that this game cannot work, if the light and darkness would not face each other. Also remind them that they are all immortal souls, who have known exactly before their incarnation on this planet, what the rules will be and who are their teammates.

It won´t be easy for you. Many of the negative reactions relating to the truth of your existence will fall on you. Please understand, how difficult it will be for your fellow men, to receive the truth about the game and practically in the same breath learn about who they truly are, namely immortal, complete souls. We see that this might create a few turbulences in the inside and outside, but we also see, that this is only a short phase, that you will successfully overcome. You are masters and you have already achieved so much, that you will also compass this support for you fellow men in this time. Verily, you are that powerful, that you can step up to this time careless, take on your task and perform.

Expect many and groundbreaking revelations in the time ahead of you. We remind you, that disclosure not only includes the information about us, your star brothers and sisters. This is just a part of disclosure and in particular the publications on the purpose, content and outcome of the game, which takes place on your planet, are important ingredients.

From our perspective, we see how you evolve and the fruits of disclosure. We see how you will overcome it all with flying colors and this triggers us great rapture and gratitude. You succeed, believe in yourself, as we all believe in you.

And do not forget: Never, not for one moment you're alone. You do not need to go this path alone and we are here very closely at your side. Call upon us, if you need help and we are here for you.

I am Ashtar, your brother, who loves you so much, admires you so much and yes, is proud of you, that words cannot express.

In deepest, heartfelt love

Ashtar.

Through Philipp

Translated by Petra ST


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