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I’m always looking around for different herbal remedies and food cures. I ran across something very interesting about the vegetable bitter melon. Bitter melon has been used in traditional Chinese herbal medicine for centuries and has demonstrated a variety of therapeutic properties. It has been used for conditions that range from hypertension to constipation.

Bitter melon has also been known widely to be a beneficial agent against type 2 diabetes. We do know that bitter melon has beneficial effect on lowering blood sugars. However, no one seems to know what properties of this seeming cure all herb helps diabetics. Now a team of scientists in Australia and China believe that they have unlocked at least one of the secrets of bitter melon. They have found four compounds in bitter melon known as cucurbitane glycosides. These compounds are what seem to help type 2 diabetics in particular.

People suffering from type 2 diabetes and insulin resistance seem to always be looking for a natural way to help themselves with their condition. If you are one of these people, why not take look into bitter melon and put it into your herbal medicine cabinet.

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Its interesting running across so many articles that show the many food cures of honey. The most recent I have found is how honey is a great home remedy for soothing mild burns. I never realized how beneficial honey can be inside and out. I’ve heard of using the great herbal remedy Aloe Vera and my grandmother always used butter, but how about using honey?

Scientists have found that honey has antibacterial and anti-inflammatory properties that may promote healing. A study found that non-serious burns healed faster when treated with honey than those treated with antibiotic creams and other dressings.

The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention warns that applying butter or various popular ointments, for example, can actually increase the risk of infection. But the one remedy that has held up well with the CDC is honey.

Have you have ever had small child have a minor burn on their finger from accidentally touching the oven? You really can’t put antibiotics on their hands without them sticking it into their mouth. Honey can be a great alternative to antibiotic creams and Aloe, and a tasty one too.

If you ask your doctor, they will probably tell you to apply a wet compress and put the burned area under cool water. This is great to relieve the pain, but why not try adding a little sweet honey to heal the burn faster. This is one item that should always be in your cupboard as well as your natural remedy medicine cabinet.

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We have all heard that red wine is healthy and nutritional. There are studies that show red wine helps reduce heart disease. What is in red wine that makes it such a natural food cure?

A chemical in red wine, fruits and vegetables has been found to counter the unhealthy effects of high-fat foods. This chemical is a natural compound called polyphenols. In a recent study Polyphenols reduced health risks that are associated with high fat foods.

Subjects were fed three different controlled meals consisting of dark meat turkey cutlets. The first meal consisted of turkey meat and water. The second meal consisted of turkey meat with polyphenols that were added after cooking and a glass of red wine. The third meal consisted of turkey meat with polyphenols added before cooking and a glass of red wine.

During the study, researchers took blood and urine samples to measure the levels of malondialdehyde (MDA). MDA is a natural byproduct of fat digestion and is known to increase the risk for heart disease and other chronic conditions. Their research showed that MDA levels nearly quadrupled after the first control meal. However MDA was nearly eliminated after the subjects consumed the other meals with polyphenols.

This report shows that the food industry could make similar approach in reducing health risks associated with fatty foods. Polyphenols could be an additive to foods, just like additives are added to gasoline to burn cleaner. Imagine, eating french fries without plugging your arteries.

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A teaspoon of sugar may help the medicine go down, but research has shown cough and cold medicines shouldn’t be used on children younger than 6 years of age. Many manufacturers are even taking some products for babies off the market. So what are we to do now when our child can’t sleep from a cough? Is there an alternative?

Well, there is an old food cure remedy that your grandmother probably used. Try using a teaspoon of honey before bed. This will help your child sleep better. According to a recent study, honey worked best to coating and soothing a sore throat.

For the research, researchers recruited 105 children with upper respiratory infections from a clinic in Pennsylvania. Parents were given a paper bag with a dosing device inside. Some were empty. Some contained an age-appropriate dose of honey-flavored cough medicine containing dextromethorphan. And some contained a similar dose of honey.

Honey was the clear winner in this three way comparison. So if you are looking for an alternative to cough and cold medicine give honey a try. It should also be noted that children under the age of 1 should not be given honey because of a rare but serious risk of botulism. How sweet is that food cure?

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We all have heard that red wine is good for you and that you should have a glass or 2 with your evening meal to help prevent coronary heart disease. There have been many studies on the benefits of red wine. These studies show there are chemical in wine and grapes that can help prevent other diseases linked with ageing as well. A new study in the UK shows that these chemicals could be the next food cure for Type 2 diabetes.

There is a “French paradox” - The French have relatively low incidences of coronary heart disease, despite having a diet relatively rich in saturated fats. The French love their food as well as their wine. Have they known the secrets of this miracle drink and just didn’t want to share?

The problem with red wine is that earlier animal research suggested that around 1000 glasses would have to be consumed every day to reduce the impact of a high fat diet. I am not suggesting that you go on a red wine diet. You still need to watch what you eat and you can drink, in moderation.

Now new compounds have been developed, that is like drinking 1000 glasses of wine per day. Could these compounds prevent the development of type 2 diabetes? The new drug candidates work by activating a protein called SIRT1, which influences the ageing process and functions to ensure that the body remains receptive to the activity of insulin.

As with any drug, it takes time to come to the market. Don’t count on anything like this for at least another 5 or 6 years. In the mean time, enjoy your wine in moderation.

Here at It’s Entirely Natural - We have some exciting new things coming in the very near future. One of them is a supplement that we will have available to purchase. This dietary supplement will give you all the great health benefits of red wine in a capsule. I have been using this for a couple months and I just love the results. Stay tuned for our big announcement.

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Do you feel a chill in the air? Doesn’t a nice cup of hot cocoa sound good right about now? EnerHealthBotanicals has just released a healthier new hot cocoa called Cocoa Mojo. This cocoa also contains Chinese herbs that have natural immune boosting properties. Now you can get hot cocoa, with an herbal remedy twist, to help you fight colds and the flu.

Reports show that a good quality dark chocolate is a healthy food cure for diseases like heart disease. It is also full of great antioxidants. Cocoa Mojo takes this one step further. EnerHealthBotanicals has added Cordyceps and Ganoderma, two proven Chinese herbs that help boost the immune system.

Cordyceps has been used throughout history to treat chronic respiratory disorders such as asthma, emphysema and chronic bronchitis as well as chronic fatigue, chronic renal failure, diabetes, heart disease and more. These medicinal mushrooms have also been shown to increase athletic stamina and endurance.

Ganoderma strengthens the immune system by assisting the body in cleansing itself of toxins; it especially enhances liver detoxification which improves its overall function and regeneration. Studies have shown that Ganoderma helps regulate the immune and endocrine system; helps prevent tumors and improves circulation and eliminates harmful free radicals.

All right, herbs in your hot cocoa, can it taste good? Reports find that it tastes quite good. It’s naturally sweetened and has no fillers, additives or chemicals. Even children love the Cocoa Mojo. So get a jump start on the cold and flu season by boosting your immune system with hot cups of Cocoa Mojo.

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Thanksgiving is now less than a week away. All I can think about is the wonderful nutritious food that I will be having over the holidays. Today I had a great appetizer that was a pastry shell with melted brie cheese and topped with cranberries. Am I making your mouth water? I love cranberry sauce and juice. I began to wonder why I primarily eat and drink cranberries this time of year and occasionally the rest of the year. Now I have found great reasons to eat and drink the tart little cranberry throughout the year.

I’m sure you’ve all heard to drink cranberry juice if you have a urinary infection. But why does this food cure work? A recent study has found that compounds in cranberries are able to alter E. coli bacteria, the culprit that causes the infection. Cranberry juice changes the bacteria in a way that it can no longer attach to the urinary tract.

This may be a natural food cure for many other infections that are caused by the E. coli bacteria. Some of those illnesses kidney infections, gastroenteritis, and tooth decay. More study is being done. So go ahead and have a generous portion of your favorite cranberry sauce this thanksgiving.

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Are you looking to improve the condition of your skin? Proper nutrition will go a long way in improving your skin. Many people buy expensive skin care products thinking that this is the cure all for my skin. If you really want to be on the road to better skin, you should start taking care of your skin from the inside out. So, what can you change in your diet to improve your skin?

Green Tea - Drinking 2-4 cups of green tea per day will help strengthen the collagen in your skin. Loss of collagen as you age is on of the reasons for wrinkles. Go ahead and have a nice cup of tea.

Red Wine - Has collagens similar to green tea for wrinkles. It also helps in relaxing the skin and the promotion of blood flow. A glass of wine with dinner is great. Remember to drink in moderation, the more you drink does not mean you will have better results.

Omega-3 - Omega -3 fatty acids help maintain cell membranes and protect your skin from UV ray damage. The best natural source is from oily fish like salmon, sardines and trout. Don’t like fish? Try eating some walnuts, flaxseeds or omega-3 fortified eggs.

Vitamin E - Also helps protect cell membranes and guards against UV radiation damage. The best food I like to eat for vitamin E is guacamole. Avocados are rich in vitamin E and other nutrients. Wheat germ, fortified cereals, nuts and seeds are other good sources.

Beta Carotene - Beta carotene (vitamin A) is needed for the growth and repair of skin. It also helps protect against sun damage. Foods you should eat are; sweet potatoes, pumpkin, carrots, mangos and apricots.

Vitamin C - Vitamin C is involved in the production of collagen. It helps protect skin cells from free-radical damage. Want to reverse those wrinkles? Changing your diet to include more vitamin C will help. Have a few sweet peppers, oranges, strawberries, lemons and broccoli.

Selenium - Is great for delaying the aging of skin and protects the skin from sun damage. Selenium also protects the quality and the elasticity of your skin. Some great food sources include Brazil nuts, tuna, crab and wheat germ.

Grains - Eat more whole grain foods, it helps reduce blood sugar spikes that can accelerate the wrinkling process.

Topical applications may help the fight of aging skin, but nutrition within is always the best food cure for great looking skin.

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Have you had your morning coffee yet today? Research is showing that drinking 3-5 cups of coffee per day can have many positive health effects to your body. Let’s take a look at a few of the food curing benefits of coffee.

It’s obvious to state that many people drink coffee for inducing mental alertness. However, did you know that coffee is a great diuretic? Coffee can be beneficial to your heart, kidneys, liver and may relieve hypertension. Coffee is recognized as great source of anti-oxidants by the American Chemical Society. In a German study, soluble fiber in coffee has proven beneficial for the good bacteria in your digestive system.

Coffee can help reduce the incidence of diabetes, colon cancer, skin cancer and liver cancer. Studies have also found that risk of Parkinson’s Disease, Alzheimer’s Disease, Gallstone Disease, Gout and even Dental Cavities are each reduced by drinking coffee.

You would think that coffee would have a negative effect with people that have attention deficit disorder. However, studies are showing that symptoms are reduced when drinking coffee.

So, feel good about yourself in the morning. Enjoy your cup of coffee. If you drink gourmet coffee you may find that it may enhance your mental capacity, physical endurance and alertness.

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Capers have been used for centuries in Mediterranean food. They provide a salty tang and decorative flair to a variety of meats, salads, pastas and other foods. Their cute and all, but did you know they are a huge source of natural antioxidants. Can a food cure some in such a small package?

In a study in Italy, scientists found that capers help prevent the formation of certain byproducts of digested meat that have been linked to, by others, an increased risk of cancer and heart disease. They say that there are beneficial effects with even a small amount of capers that are typically used to flavor foods.

When was the last time you had some capers with your meal? Next time you order chicken piccata or smoked salmon, ask your waiter to throw in a few food curing capers.

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