This Little Weed is one of the Most Useful Medicines on the Planet

January 30, 2014

You’ve stepped on it, ignored it, and tried to eradicate it from your lawn. However, this innocuous little weed is one of the most useful medicines on the planet, just begging to be harvested.

 

There are two major types of plantain in BC, Canada: Lance and Broadleaf. Generally, all 200-plus varieties of plantain yield the same results. It grows especially well in poor, rocky soil (such as driveways) and is often seen alongside dandelion. More often than not, you will see plantain growing in gravel pits and construction sites as nature seeks to regenerate the soil. Introduced to North America in the 1600s, it was once called “White Man’s Foot” by the Native Americans who witnessed that where the Europeans tread and disrupted the soil, plantain sprung up.

 

Plantain has often been the go-to remedy for hikers plagued by mosquitos. Because it draws toxins from the body with its astringent nature, plantain may be crushed (or chewed) and placed as a poultice directly over the site of bee stings, bug bites, acne, slivers, glass splinters, or rashes. Bandage the area and allow the plantain to work its magic for 4-12 hours. Plantain may also be used to create a balm for emergency kits, or an infusion used as a skin or general wash. It is also a notable, soothing remedy for hemorrhoids.

Plantain is renowned for its healing effect on the digestive system. This is especially useful for anyone who has been damaged by antibiotics, anti-inflammatory or pain medications, food allergies, or Celiac disease. Both leaves and seeds specifically target the digestive system for healing. The leaves may be steeped as tea, added to soups, or dried with a sauce similar to kale chips. The seeds – a type of psyllium – can be ground or soaked for bulk mucilage or absorbable fibre, which, consumed before meals, may help with weight loss.

 

Because plantain is a gentle expectorant and high in silica, an infusion can be helpful for lung problems, coughs, and colds.

 

Plantain is almost a panacea for the human body, treating everything from all menstrual difficulties, all digestive issues, to nearly all skin complaints, and even arthritis. Add to salads, chew to ease thirst, or enjoy in stir fries. This versatile wild vegetable will keep you in good health for years to come!

 

Resources:- Prescription for Herbal Healing: 2nd Edition – Phyllis A. Balch, CNC- Hygieia: A Woman’s Herbal – Jeannine Parvati- Healing Secrets of the Native Americans – Porter Shimer- The New Age Herbalist – Richard Mabey

 

(Source: Jess Smith, Higher Perspective)

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Most nutritious nuts

January 31, 2014 tzark23 2 Comments

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Nuts are among the healthiest foods. They are rich in omega – 3 fatty acids, protein and fiber , thus simultaneously sate and give the body of valuable nutrients .

Although nuts are very similar in nutritional value , there are some that are particularly useful for certain things.

Best nuts to your diet : almonds , cashews and pistachios

Almonds

They are one of the most low-calorie nuts – 530 calories per cup or about 90-100 g almonds. This volume contains 48 grams of fat and 20 grams of protein .

Cashew

100 grams of cashews have 550 calories , 44 g fat and 18 g protein , which also makes them one of the healthiest diet and nuts.

Pistachio

They are also low ( for nuts ) calorific value – about 560 calories , 45 g fat and 20 grams of protein per 100 grams .

These numbers , however, do not apply if the nuts are fried or baked with oil.

For best effect , healthy nuts should be taken raw or roasted without oil . When processing the nuts of very high temperatures possible nutritional substances to be destroyed , so raw nuts remain the best option .

The worst diet you nuts : Macadamia

Macadamia has the most calories per gram – about 720 calories per 100 grams. However, the protein content is relatively low ( 8 g ) , and this fat – high (76 g per 100 g ) .

Of course, this is still useful nuts. Provided that consume them raw in small quantities , they should not be so negatively affect your diet .

The best nuts for your heart : walnuts

All nuts are high in beneficial omega -3 fatty acids, but walnuts are particularly useful in this regard. They are rich in one of the three acids useful – alpha -linolenic acid . It has a beneficial effect barhu heart health .

In terms of caloric – 100 g walnuts have about 650 calories . about 65 grams of fat and 15 grams of protein .

The best nuts for your brain : peanuts

Peanuts have a high content of folic acid that binds to brain function and which can prevent a reduction in cognitive functions

Peanuts are a good choice for vegetarians who are generally at risk of folic acid deficiency , and for pregnant women that folic acid is particularly important.

Like most nuts , peanuts , and have a high content of mineral oils and vitamin E. 100 g peanuts contain about 590 calories , about 50 grams of fat , and about 25 grams of protein .

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