Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV)

Contains:
     · acetic acid      
     · vitamins: B1, B2, B6, C, biotin, niacin
     · pectin
     · malic acid, folic acid, and pantothenic acid
     · enzymes
     · trace elements: potassium, calcium, magnesium, phosphorous, chlorine, sodium, sulfur,              
                              copper, iron, silicon and fluorine

Cooking Uses:
     · pickling
     · salad dressing

Cleaning:
     · cleans coffee makers
     · polishes armor
     · polishes bathroom tiles (white vinegar)
     · polishes chrome (white vinegar)
     · disinfectant

Gardening:
     · kills weeds

Physical Health Benefits
     Cardiovascular:
          · may lower cholesterol
          · may lower blood pressure

     Immune System:
          · anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties (malic acid)
          · strengthens immune system

     Digestion:
          · soothes intestinal spasms (sip diluted vinegar water)
          · prevents indigestion (1 tsp honey + 1 tsp ACV + 1 glass warm water, 30 min. before dining)
          · improves bowel irregularity
          · cures constipation

     Oral Care:
         · removes stains and whiten teeth  (gargle with diluted vinegar in the morning then brush teeth)
         · removes tartar and plaque (rinse with diluted vinegar)
         · kills bacteria in mouth  (gargle with diluted vinegar in the morning then brush teeth)
         · remedy for halitosis (1/2 tbsp of ACV + 1 cup of water and gargle)

     Cancer:
          · may slow the growth of or kill cancer cells

     Skin and Hair:
          · helps clear up skin conditions and blemishes
          · acne (apply mixture: 1 part ACV + 3 parts water)
          · ease jelly fish stings
          · kills head lice
          · improves bruises (apply diluted mixture to bruise)
          · controls body odor (underarm - wipe with undiluted ACV)
          · controls foot odor & foot fungus (soak foot in 1/3 cup of ACV + a pan with warm water)
          · reduces age spots (diluted ACV)
          · reduce the appearance of cellulite
          · controls dandruff (spray 1/4 cup ACV + 1/4 cup water to hair, rinse after 15 minutes)

     Cold and Flu:
          · soothes sore throat  (¼ cup ACV + ¼ cup warm water and gargle every hour or so.)
          · reduce stuffy nose (1 tsp of ACV + 1 glass of water and drink)
          · drains sinuses and reduces sinus infections

     Muscles & Joints:
          · helps sprains
          · Alleviates arthritis and gout
          · helps exercise fatigue (1-2 tbsp ACV + 1 glass of chilled vegetable drink or a glass of water).
          · reduces nighttime leg cramp (2 tablespoons ACV + a little honey + 1 glass of water and drink)

     Other:
          · increases metabolism
          · promotes weight reduction (breaks down fat)
          · Diabetes - vinegar may help lower glucose levels (2 tablespoons ACV)
          · ends hiccups (take 1 teaspoonful of vinegar)
          · protects against food poisoning (cleansing meats with vinegar)
          · prevents bladder stones
          · prevents urinary tract infections
          · All the information is for apple cider vinegar except when indicated.


Disclaimer:
Any information provided on www.answersoutlined.blogspot.com is for informational purposes only. The information provided is not provided as medical advice. Information in this article is not exhaustive, does not cover all conditions, and does not provide treatment for disease or illness. Information can become outdated when new scientific discoveries are made. Seek the advice of your physician before undertaking any diet, exercise, supplement, or medical program.



Updated: 3/21/2013

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Benefits of Coffee

Contains:
     nutrients
     antioxidants (2)
     minerals (magnesium, chromium)
     caffeine

Mental Benefits:
     Improve mood (1)
     Improve alertness (1)
     Improve cognitive function (1)
     Improve memory (1)

Benefits of Brewer's Yeast

Composition:
     · Made from Saccharomyces cerevisiae, a one-cell fungus
     · B-complex vitamins:  B1 (thiamine),  B2 (riboflavin),  B3 (niacin),  B5 (pantothenic acid)
                                       B6 (pyridoxine),  B9 (folic acid), and H or B7 (biotin))
     · Chromium (mineral)
     · Selenium (mineral)
     · Protein

General Use:
     · Used to make beer
     · Used as a nutritional supplement

Nervous System:
     · Support the nervous system

Digestion:
     · Helps maintain digestive muscles

Diabetes:
     · Helps maintain and control blood sugar levels (Chromium)
     · Helps lower blood sugar levels
     · Improves glucose tolerance

Heart:
     · May improve cholesterol levels
     · lower LDL (bad cholesterol)
     · Raise HDL (good cholesterol)

Weight Loss:
     · Helps break down carbohydrates, fats, and proteins (B-complex vitamins)
     · Helps maintain healthy weight.

Energy:
     · Helps boost energy  (B-complex vitamins)

Hair and Skin:
     · Helps keep skin and hair healthy
     · May improve acne

Immune System:
     · May help prevent colds and flu.

Available Forms:
     · Powder
     · Flakes
     · Tablet
     · Liquid

Precautions:
     · May increase gas
     · May interact with other medications or supplements

Contraindication:
     · Not recommended for children.
     · Not recommended for individuals with frequent yeast infections
     · Contraindicated for individuals allergic to yeast
     · Contraindicated for individuals with Crohn's disease
     · Contraindicated for individuals with diabetes
     · Contraindicated for individuals on Monoamine Oxidase Inhibitors (MAOIs)


Disclaimer:
Any information provided on www.answersoutlined.blogspot.com is for informational purposes only. The information provided is not provided as medical advice. Information in this article is not exhaustive, does not cover all conditions, and does not provide treatment for disease or illness. Information can become outdated when new scientific discoveries are made. Seek the advice of your physician before undertaking any diet, exercise, supplement, or medical program.



Source:
http://www.umm.edu/altmed/articles/brewers-yeast-000288.htm#ixzz2NAxXt71v

How to Make Garlic Oil For External Use

     · 1 whole bulb of garlic chopped + 1 pint olive oil

     · leave in warm place, no direct sunlight

     · leave undisturbed for a minimum of two weeks

     · Strain if desired and refrigerated

     · The garlic oil will stay fresh in the refrigerator for up to two years.

Benefits of Rosemary

Symbolizes:
    - Rosemary symbolizes remembrance and fidelity.
    - Included in bridal bouquets.
    - Tap your lover with a fresh sprig of rosemary and he/she would stay true.

Ancient Uses:
    - 15th century > burned rosemary branches to ward off the black plague (homes).
    - WWII > French hospitals burned rosemary and juniper branches to limit the spread of infection.

    - Sleep with a sprig of rosemary beneath your pillow > used to banish nightmares.
    - Wear a sprig of rosemary > protect from "the evil eye." (Folk Tradition, Spain)

    - Legend: Rosemary's flowers were originally white.  On her flight to
    - Egypt, the Virgin Mary threw her robe over a bush of rosemary as she rested.
    - The flowers turned blue in her honor.

Modern Uses:
    - Rosemary > herbal source of antioxidants.
    - Rosemary > Anti-microbial, Aromatic, Astringent, Emmenagogue,
                          Nervine, Rubefacient, Stimulant, Parasitic

Internal Use:
    - Calming effect on digestion

External Use:
    - Ease muscular pain, sciatica, neuralgia, headaches.
    - Stimulant hair follicles for treatment of premature baldness.
    - Rosemary oils: treatment for asthma by reducing the airway constriction.

    - Flowers of this herb repels moths from closets.
    - As a companion plant, the aroma is believed to help keep beetles, moths and flies away.



Disclaimer:
Any information provided on www.answersoutlined.blogspot.com is for informational purposes only. The information provided is not provided as medical advice. Information in this article is not exhaustive, does not cover all conditions, and does not provide treatment for disease or illness. Information can become outdated when new scientific discoveries are made. Seek the advice of your physician before undertaking any diet, exercise, supplement, or medical program.


Information Source: howtogardenadvice.com

Benefits of Garlic

                                                          

                                                         

Contains:

     · vitamins A                       · vitamin B6                           · vitamin C
     · sulfur compounds           · various amino acids            · manganese
     · selenium                          · flavonoids                            · copper
     · iron                                  · zinc                                      · germanium

Mental Health Benefits:

     · elevates moods (manganese)
     · reduces fatigue (manganese)
     · reduces anxiety (B6, manganese)
     · reduces irritability (B6, manganese)
     · increases sense of well-being (B6)
     · reduces depression (B6, manganese)
     · protects against aging of the brain (manganese)
     · maintains brain functions and cognitive abilities (manganese)
     · reduces risk for Alzheimer’s (selenium)

Physical Health Benefits:

  Cardiovascular:

     · elevates moods (manganese)
     · lowers overall cholesterol level (reduces LDL, increases HDL)
     · lowers blood pressure (hypertension)
     · reduces plaque deposits in arterial walls
     · enhances blood flow (increases levels of hydrogen sulfide)
     · blood thinner

  Immune System:

     · antimicrobial (effective against staph, strep, E. coli, Salmonella,

                        Vibrio cholera, H. pylori, and Candida albicans)

     · antiviral
     · anti-fungal
     · antiseptic properties
     · stimulates immune system
     · fights bacterial and viral infections
     · fight free radical damage (antioxidants)
     · In World War I and II, soldiers ate garlic to prevent gangrene
     · Used to treat cholera, typhus, and dysentery in Africa during the 1950s

Cancer:

     · contains anticancer agents (organosulfur compounds)
     · blocks the formation of powerful carcinogens (nitrosamines)
     · combats cancerous tumor cells
     · may inhibit the progression of liver cancer
     · may reduce the risk of colon, breast, prostate and stomach cancers
     · may protect against cell damage from cancer-causing free radicals

Digestion:

     · increases the ability to digest meat and fats
     · help kill intestinal worms
     · relieves gas
     · prevents formation of stomach ulcers

Respiratory:

     · reduces coughs and chest congestion

Skin and Hair:

     · promotes hair growth
     · fights athlete's foot
     · treats acne
     · natural hair dye (garlic peel ash)

Vaginal

     · treats vaginal yeast infections (garlic suppository) 
         (1 clove of fresh peeled garlic, whole or slightly crushed)

Other:

     · anti-inflammatory properties
     · maintains healthy nerve functions (B6)
     · removes heavy metals and other toxins from the body
     · used in the treatment of addictions
     · reduces fever
     · natural mosquito repellent
     · helps repel fleas (add to pet food)

Warning:
   Oral Intake:

          · Irritates the digestive system (more than 3 cloves per day)
          · can cause bloating, gas, cramps, and diarrhea

   External Application:
          · may cause itching, redness and swelling

   Odor: 
          · pungent garlic odor is found in the breath, skin, and perspiration

          · odor typically last 4–18 hours

Contraindicated For:
     · Individuals allergic to sulfur

     · Individuals preparing for surgery 

          (discontinue garlic use for several weeks before surgery)

     · Hemophiliacs and individuals using the anticoagulant drug 
          (increases bleeding time, inhibits clotting)
     · Individuals under certain HIV therapies 

Disclaimer:

Any information provided on www.answersoutlined.blogspot.com is for informational purposes only. The information provided is not provided as medical advice. Information in this article is not exhaustive, does not cover all conditions, and does not provide treatment for disease or illness. Information can become outdated when new scientific discoveries are made. Seek the advice of your physician before undertaking any diet, exercise, supplement, or medical program.

Citations:

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