Pine Apples

Do you believe in negative calorie foods?

It sounds almost too good to be true. Eating in reverse? The more you eat, the more you lose?

Yes - it really is true.

Here is how it works.

You burn calories every day all the time - even when you're sleeping. But yes, there are indeed some foods which actually take more calories to burn off and digest than they provide in calories to your body. Best of all, these food burn fat calories!

Here are some negative calorie foods: asparagus, broccoli, beets, cabbage, cauliflower, celery, cucumber, carrot, garlic, papaya, spinach, turnip, zucchini, apples, oranges, lettuce, grapefruit, pineapples, strawberries, and raspberries.

Why not make your favorites of these foods a regular part of your day? As you can see, they are quite a healthy selection.

Now don't go overboard and decide to eat only those foods. That won't work out too well for too long. Keep everything in moderation - as the Good Book says.

But it would be crazy not to make these foods a part of your day.

There is an ebook about this topic: http://www.dieting-made-easy.com/negativecalories.html.

Negative calories are just one piece of the puzzle I have finally discovered about what it takes to live as a thin person.

Whatever you do, do not think negatively about yourself. See that beautiful person you can be in the mirror. You absolutely must treat yourself well and with respect. You would do the same for a friend - so why not do this for yourself?

Here's to our continued dieting success. To read a story of a woman who successfully went from 285 pounds to slender, see my website,
http://www.dieting-made-easy.com.

Mimi Tanner reveals the secrets of flirting and getting the attention of your man. Her emails are read by thousands of women every day. Check out Secrets of Flirting With Men. You may reprint this article if this statement is included, with all links unchanged.

My Links : cuisinart chefs classic 17 piece cookware set

Vigrx plus has been in use since the time of Pharaoh of Egypt. During the ancient times, they use its leaves in fresh form, but due to science and technology have helped to improve it, it is now made in a modern way by extracting its ingredients to make it easier to access. The fact is that vigrx plus is a safe pill for effective performance of your penis. What makes it safe is because it is made with natural ingredients. It has no artificial preservatives, it is preserved in its natural form. Though, some substances are also added to it to make its ingredients more active, but they are safe to take.

In addition, in order to keep yourself healthy and counterattack any problem that may affect your health as a result of taking vigrx plus, I suggest, during the period you are taking the pills, you should take foods that are healthy. Take foods that are considered to be balanced diet and not junks. Eat a lot of green vegetables and fruits, especially fruits like oranges, apples and pineapples, paw paw and the rest of others. This way you would be sure your body is going to remain safe. Another word of caution you should put in mind while taking vigrx is to avoid other drugs. If you are already taking some drugs when you bought, either finish taking that one first or finish taking vigrx plus. It reacts with drugs in a way that may be uncomfortable for your body.

Furthermore, vigrx plus will be unsafe for your body if you take more than the recommended dose. I suggest you take the prescribed dose even if you want to be more than active, just control yourself.

You can visit my site to find out more about Vigrx Plus pills and how you can get them for cheap. Check it out at http://modospot.com/review/vigrxplus.html

Thanks To : breville sk500xl ikon cordless 1.7 liter stainless

Recently, General Mills was sued by a woman in New York because she believes that the company misled consumers into thinking that its product, Fruit Roll-Ups, was healthy. She was upset that the product contained partially hydrogenated oil. The question of the day is: did she honestly think that they were supposed to be healthy? Do consumers believe that fruit snacks like Fruit Roll-Ups are a healthy alternative to real fruit? One look at the label would tell you otherwise. If consumers believe that a product like Fruit Roll-Ups can serve as an alternative to fruit, then it's no wonder that Americans have a problem with obesity.

The Fruit Roll-Ups package does not give any indication that the product is a "health food." It does say "Good Source of Vitamin C" on the package; the Nutrition Facts state that each roll has 10% of the recommended daily allowance for Vitamin C, so that might be a stretch. The snack is a source of Vitamin C, although an orange would probably be a better choice. Nothing on the rest of the package indicates that the snacks are nutritious: they are "fruit flavored snacks", they are colorful, and they come with tongue tattoos. Not exactly the makings of a health food.

It's not difficult to rotate the box a little and find the ingredients list: the strawberry flavored snacks contain pears from concentrate (oddly enough, no strawberries), along with health food gems like corn syrup, dried corn syrup, partially hydrogenated cottonseed oil, sugar, and acetylated mono and dyglycerides (yum). If this lady wanted to make sure that she was purchasing healthy food, maybe she should have taken a minute or two to read the ingredients list. General Mills is not trying to hide what they are using to make Fruit Roll-Ups, nor do they claim that they are healthy, aside from being a good source of Vitamin C.

Would it be nice if food companies started using more real ingredients, like real fruit, butter, and eggs, and relied less on chemicals like corn syrup, partially hydrogenated fats, and acetylated mono and dyglycerides? Yes. There are products on the market that don't contain these kinds of ingredients; health-conscious individuals would be better off buying them. For example, the Stretch Island Fruit Company makes a "Harvest Grape" flavored fruit leather with only three ingredients: apple puree concentrate, grape puree concentrate, and pear puree concentrate. Consumers can also buy dried fruits like raisins, dried pineapples, dried papaya, and dried apple slices.

Before blaming corporations on poor eating habits, people should first take a look at the ingredients list.

For a healthier diet, Brooke Lorren recommends the The Diet Solution. You can visit her health blog at Growing Healthy. Brooke Lorren has toured the Stretch Island Fruit Leather Factory and is related to former employees of the company, but she currently has no financial ties to them.

Tags : cuisinart chefs classic 17 piece cookware set all clad ltd double burner griddle

Cranberries, broccoli, spinach and tomatoes, majority of us make faces when it comes to including vegetables in the daily diet. Most physicians and nutritionists recommend daily intake of vegetables, fruits or their concentrates, but why!!! Why do people value juice concentrates of fruits and vegetables so much?

Well, healthy body and balanced diet are two aspects which are directly proportional to each other. So, by taking a balanced diet every day, human body increases its potential to fight diseases and other infections. According to an analysis, most of the teenagers and youngsters are troubled by chronic inflammation. Yes, it is that main contributing factor which leads to severe heart diseases and cancer. In short, chronic inflammation is the origin of chronic degenerative diseases.

According to the latest studies and experimentation, it has been proved that micro-nutrient dense concentrate of different fruits and vegetables reduces the risk of chronic diseases to 35 percent. The concentrate of fruits and vegetables like cherries, apples, cabbage, carrots, oranges, papayas, pineapples, spinach, blackberries, blueberries, cranberries, broccoli, tomatoes and red current helps in increasing the level of micro-nutrients. This concentrate reduces the inflammatory load in the body, thereby providing a shield from various ailments like cognitive decline, Alzheimer's, arthritis, osteoporosis and heart diseases.

Addition of fruit concentrates to the habitual diet can actually prove very fruitful for the health. So, if you also wish to stave off from chronic inflammation and other infectious diseases, make sure you take juice concentrates on daily basis, as per recommended by your nutritionist.

Charu Mehta is a free lance content writer from past two years and has written almost 3900 live articles for different clients. Her experience in this industry has helped her to sharpen the skills and expertise in this field. She has the potential to write on any subject or theme and endow clients with all what they want.
Personal URL: charu.freelancer@gmail.com

Thanks To : kitchenaid 12 piece cookware set breville sk500xl ikon cordless 1.7 liter stainless all clad master chef 2 14 piece cookware set

Hair loss is an inevitable condition that one has to face at least once in his lifetime. Research has proved that there is a strong connection between healthy hair and a healthy body. That is why when we fall sick it affects our hair too. Nutrients in blood nourish the hair follicles. If hair follicles become weak, hair loses its grip or hold and results into hair fall. These nutrients are vitamins and without vitamins, hair does not become healthy crop.

Remember; when we are sick, vitamins are absorbed from the hair by the body which results in hair loss. A healthy diet can provide all the essential vitamins to hair. So it is essential to incorporate certain foods in your daily intake. The essential vitamins and their sources are:

- Vitamin A: it is an antioxidant which aids in the production of sebum on the scalp. It is found in fish liver oil, milk, cheese, meat, eggs, broccoli, spinach, cabbage, apricots, peaches, and carrots.

- Vitamin C: it promotes the maintenance of healthy skin and hair. It is found in citrus fruits, strawberries, pineapples, tomatoes, kiwi fruit, green peppers, potatoes, and dark green vegetables.

- Vitamin E: It aids in circulation of blood in the scalp. Rich sources of Vitamin E are wheat germ oil, soybeans, cold pressed vegetable oils, raw seeds and nuts, green leafy vegetables, and dried beans.

- Biotin: also known as Vitamin H, promotes production of keratin, most imp part of hair. It enhances hair follicles and promotes hair growth. It is commonly found in whole grains, egg yolks, liver, kidney, rice, milk, and brewer's yeast.

- Inositol: it is essential for keeping hair follicles healthy. Main sources of Inositol are liver, citrus fruits, brewer's yeast, and whole grains.

- Niacin or Vitamin B3: It promotes blood circulation to the scalp. Sources are fish, chicken, meat, pork, prawns, almonds, peas, beans, tomatoes, wheat products, green vegetables, turnips, carrots, milk and celery.

- Pantothenic acid or Vitamin B5: Sources are mushrooms, poultry, fish, brewer's yeast, whole-grain breads, whole grain cereals, legumes, avocados, nuts, cheese, potatoes, egg yolk, milk, and bananas. It prevents hair loss and graying of hair.

- Vitamin B6: Excellent sources for Vit B6 (responsible for the hair color) are spinach and bell peppers. Other sources are whole grain cereals, egg yolk and vegetables.

- Vitamin B12: It prevents hair loss and found in chicken, egg, fish and milk.

An apple a day keeps the doctor away but did you know that it aids in hair growth too? Research has shown there are various ways of using apple or its forms to maintain a healthy crop of hair. Apple cider vinegar, made from apples, is an amazing hair tonic. Visit: http://www.naturalhairgrowth.net. Please add your inputs on Natural Hair Growth Blog.

Tags : cuisinart chef's classic stainless steel 10 piece t fal signature hard anodized 12 piece cookware

Chemical peels are a great way to revitalize your skin and improve your appearance. However, not all peels are created equal.

There are different types of peels available depending on your skin type and the problem you are trying to resolve. For example, the chemicals used to treat acne are not necessarily as effective as an anti-aging component. So before you start a chemical peel, it's important to understand which peels do which jobs.

Not all peels contain acid. In fact, there are targeted non-acid peels derived from the enzymes of things like pumpkins, papayas or pineapples. These peels are calming and offer the skin a deep cleansing, without any harshness. Perfect for any non-oily skin types and especially gentle on sensitive skin.

The natural acids in milk are known as lactic acid. Peels made from this derivative are fantastic for rehydrating dry, flaky skin. Milk acids are also used on persons who suffer from hyper-pigmentation. This type of peel contains alpha hydroxy, and gently rejuvenates the skin's surface.

If you're looking for a slightly stronger peel to exfoliate and increase collagen production for anti-aging purposes, gycolic acid is a good peel for you. Normal skin types take well to this treatment, which removes dead skin cells and freshens the face.

Commonly found in acne care products, peels made from salicylic acid offer a deep cleansing to clean up any oil or dirt trapped in the skin. This type of peel can be dehydrating, so care should be taken if using this peel on very dry skin. However, it's great for clearing up blackheads and acne.

If you have problems with cystic acne, a jessner's peel containing both alpha and beta hydroxy is ideal. This is a stronger peel that also contains resorcinol, a natural melanin blocker. It's a little too harsh for sensitive skin, but works well on oily skin. A modified version of jessner's peel is also available without resorcinol.

Finally, there's trichloroacetic acid, also known as TCA. This type of peel is deeper penetrating than others, and is a good choice to reduce the look of scars, sun spots and age spots as well as fine lines or acne. However, it can have unsavoury whitening effects are dark toned skin types and is not recommended for sensitive skin.

Discover more gorgeous beauty tips and advice at our beauty website.

My Links : presto 6 quart stainless steel pressure cooker all clad ltd double burner griddle

When it is healthy food, it is usually not delicious. Even though yogurt is one of the healthiest foods available, sometimes plain yogurt might not be the best option, especially for kids.

But, there's a simple solution to that; flavored yogurt. So, if your family and kids are reluctant to having plain yogurt every day, give them a treat by offering yummy flavored yogurt. Add a variety of flavors, canned and fresh fruits or syrups in plain yogurt and make it a really delightful serving for your family.

You might not want to eat commercial additives present in ready-made stuff, so the best option is to add your own flavors at home. And the great thing is that it will save your money too!

Here are a few simple steps to making flavored yogurt at home.

Individual servings are usually expensive to purchase. So, you can go for big quantity of plain yogurt. Purchase at least quart size or quantity according to your requirement. Purchasing plain yogurt this way can help you save money. It would be better if you can make it of your own.
For flavoring, you will need sugar, syrups and some fruits. You can use sugar syrup or confectioner's sugar because it mixes well with yogurt. If you are looking for adding some other syrup, go for thick flavored syrups so that they do not dilute the yogurt too much. To flavor your yogurt, start with tasting it. This might not taste very good, but you will have a fair idea about its taste. Take out about half bowl of it, add half teaspoon of sugar and mix well. Alternatively, use the desired syrup instead of sugar. When you feel that the quantity is appropriate and it tastes good, add sugar or syrup in whole yogurt, multiplying the syrup's quantity with equal multiples. Now place this in refrigerator to get chilled.
One thing that you should keep in mind that the syrup flavor must work well with the fruits to be added. You can choose fruits like strawberries, bananas, cherries, pineapples, apricots, apples, or anything you want to. Wash the fruits, peel them, cut into proper sizes and put into refrigerator to get chilled. You can also use some canned fruits.
When you are ready to serve the dessert, immediately add the fruits to the flavored yogurt. You can also add some crunchy toppings to garnish your serving. Chocolate chips, granola and crushed cookies can be used for garnishing.

So, your tasty and healthy flavored yogurt dessert is ready to delight your family and kids. Do not tell them that this is going to make them healthy; otherwise they might not enjoy it. Let them have fun after dinner and consider it as a treat.

You can also try making frozen yogurt. Your kids will definitely love it, and they will take the same healthy nutrition value of plain yogurt from frozen yogurt.

Ashley writes about making yogurt at home and yogurt makers at Only Yogurt Makers. You can read more about yogurt recipes, how to guides, and yogurt maker reviews.

See Also : cuisinart chefs classic 17 piece cookware set kitchenaid 12 inch cast iron grill pan calphalon tri ply stainless steel 13 piece

Pineapple is a great tasting fruit and one of my all time favorites. Pineapple is a tropical fruit which contains proteolytic enzyme bromelain, a powerful enzyme that helps in the digestion of protein. There are lots of health benefits of Pineapple that you probably don't know.

Pineapple contains essential vitamins and minerals such as vitamin A, vitamin C, manganese, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, carbohydrates, calories and lots of fiber. Pineapple has low in fats and cholesterol making it a heart friendly food. Eating fresh pinapple can give you all the nutrients and vitamins that are essential for your health.

Health benefits of Pineapple

~ Pineapple regulates the gland that reduce the risk of having goiter (enlargement of thyroid gland).

~ Prevent bronchitis. An abnormality or inflammation of the bronchial tube.

~ Helps you avoid high blood pressure. Pineapple is a fiber rich fruit which helps control cholesterol build up that leads to high blood pressure.

~ Prevents dyspepsia. A chronic digestive abnormality.

~ Good for people who suffers from arthritis and some other known diseases of the joints.

~ Pineapple strengthens the bones. Pineapple is composed of manganese which helps build bones and helps strengthen joint tissues.

~ Helps prevents viral diseases like cough, colds and flu. Vitamin C in pineapple is three times more potent that oranges which makes them more ideal for cold and cough treatment.

~ Pineapples are good medication for throat infections such as diphtheria.

~ It also helps prevent constipation.

This amazing fruit is one of the in-demand fruit worldwide because of its good taste and many health benefits. Pineapples are best eaten fresh through salads, pizzas, juice drinks and other tastefull recipes. Enjoy the gift of nature and eat fruits daily for your own health benefits.

About the author

Noah Mark Rodolfo is an alternative natural healthcare practitioner and is committed to bring the best health and wellness information online. Get the most updated news about health, diseases, weight loss and proper nutrition on his website at http://www.healthtalkbuzz.com.

Thanks To : le creuset enameled cast iron 9 skillet all clad cop r chef 8 inch fry pan

Are you looking for new ways of getting rid of painful gout attacks? Pineapples usually don't come to mind as a prospective treatment, but they are very helpful. They have multiple elements that can help soothe painful attacks and help prevent an episode in the first place. Here are three things that make pineapples successful in treating this debilitating disease.

Bromelain

Bromelain is very potent in dealing with this condition, and is one of the best benefits of using pineapples in preventing its occurrence. It is an enzyme that helps reduce swelling. Most pain is the result of swelling in the joints, so this benefit of pineapples can be very appealing to someone currently suffering from the symptoms of gout. While this enzyme is in pineapple, there is not enough of it to completely resolve your symptoms. It must be used in conjunction with other methods.

You can purchase bromelain as a supplement. As a supplement, this enzyme has not only been used for gout, but has also been used effectively for digestive problems and other forms of arthritis. It has also been known to aid in reducing blood clots. However, you should ask your physician before taking this supplement or any supplement prior to using it as a therapy.

Too much can pose risks. Moderate doses are not known to have any undesirable side effects, but higher doses can increase your heart rate along with nausea and vomiting. Diarrhea is also possible at higher levels. Since it acts as a blood thinner, you should not take it if your physician has you on Aspirin or Warfarin (Coumadin). In moderation, however, bromelain is considered safe and is very good at providing gout relief.

Vitamin C

Pineapples have a high level of vitamin C. In fact, a regular serving has 36mg which is 60% of the RDA. A study performed by Arthritis and Rheumatism (2005;52:1843-7) revealed that 500mg of vitamin C taken over an eight week duration lowered serum uric acid levels by an average of 10%. While 36mg is not as potent as 500mg, pineapples are a great way to get your vitamin C.

This crucial vitamin works by allowing the renal system to excrete larger levels of uric acid. It also keeps purines from metabolizing into uric acid. Uric acid is a natural function of the body, but some individuals have a hard time eliminating the excess levels and that is when gout problems begin. Vitamin C can help you with this problem.

Potassium

Potassium is essential for gout prevention and therapy. Potassium turns uric acid into a source your kidneys can get rid of more easily. The suggested daily intake of potassium according to the government is 3500mg. While pineapples do not have a large quantity of potassium, only 115mg, when mixed with the other therapeutic qualities they have, pineapples are an excellent part of a good treatments program.

Bromelain, Vitamin C, and Potassium are a powerful trio that you can use when eating pineapples that will help you not only soothe irritating gout pain, but also help prevent it's return in the future.

Tired of painful gout attacks? Get FREE tips about natural remedies for gout at my site http://www.squidoo.com/goutinformation/. Let me show you how you can get rid of gout safely and effectively the natural way.

Visit : kitchenaid 12 piece cookware set

Fibromyalgia is a musculoskeletal disease that affects the muscles, and can often be crippling to those whom it affects. According to medical studies, those who suffer from it are toxic and have many nutritional deficiencies. Some of these deficiencies include magnesium, calcium, vitamin D and serotonin.

You may or may not be surprised to discover that all these nutrients can be obtained naturally from nature.

Magnesium is a natural muscle relaxer which can be found in avocados, spinach, swiss chard, almonds, peanuts and hazelnuts.

Calcium helps to regulate muscle contractions, and it is found in dark green leaf vegetables such as kale, collards, dandelion greens, as well as sesame seeds, sunflower seeds, almonds, Brazil nuts and pecans.

In order for you to be able to absorb calcium in the body you need lots of vitamin D. And believe it or not, but you can obtain this vitamin naturally through exposure from the sun.

Last but not least, serotonin is a hormone that helps you to feel good so that you can fall into a deep sleep at night. It also helps to reduce fatigue, anxiety, depression and fibro fog. There are certain foods that can help to produce this essential hormone. These foods include bananas, pineapples, kiwi, tomatoes, avocados, broccoli, melons, dates, eggplant, figs, grapefruit, spinach, peanuts, walnuts and hickory.

How to Add These Foods to Your Diet

Your goal should be to eliminate ALL foods in your diet that are not raw or need to be cooked processed or baked. This means that the only foods you should strive to eat are plant-based foods.

You can make yummy smoothies with bananas, pineapples, spinach and nuts and seeds. Leaf vegetables can be eaten in salads as well as blended in with your smoothies. And always carry a bag full of nuts to munch on when you get hungry.

Transitioning to the Diet

This is a very difficult transition to make, for the body will detox as you make the changes to a plant-based diet. Whenever your body goes into detox mode, you do not feel good. Sometimes you may experience headaches, and other times you may have an upset stomach or just feel tired. Making small changes in your diet towards the plant-based diet will put your body into detox mode.

Therefore you should make the changes gradually so that your body will not be so overwhelmed. The best thing to do is to start your day with a raw breakfast. Then work your way up to staying raw until lunch, and eventually you will be able to last until supper. Once you can remain raw for about 75% of your meals then you will begin to feel better. You will be able to sleep better, and your muscles will start to relax, and thus your other symptoms will also begin to disappear as well.

For more information on how to prevent disease and live a long and healthy life, visit LivingFood101

http://healthmad.com/nutrition/dealing-with-fibromyalgia-2/

See Also : cuisinart multiclad pro 12 piece set

I am a firm believer that natural foods we eat everyday has healing properties to assist our body to recover from non critical ailments and aid in recovery process as well. If we take the right food, in the right amount, the vitamins and minerals found in the food will strengthen our body systems. It can improve digestion, which in itself is a prerequisite in healing of the body. With better digestion, the body can absorb the necessary minerals and vitamins, which in turn will repair the body. This is especially true for IBS sufferers.

So the first food remedy for Irritable Bowel Syndrome sufferers is pineapple.

Pineapple helps in digestion. Find a fresh ripe pineapple and eat it fresh. Make sure only ripe pineapples are eaten. Unripe pineapple has poison which can cause drastic purging. If fresh ripe pineapples are not available, you can resort to the canned ones. Cutting the pineapple is an art. Be generous in cutting the skin of the pineapple. You need to remove the crown, rind, eyes and core. A method to remove the eyes is to slice crosswise. You can only eat the flesh. Chilled fresh pineapple is not only refreshing but also delicious. As much as you may like pineapples, do not over eat pineapples either since excessive pineapple can cause fiber balls in the intestinal tract. Just like everything else, excessive consumption should be avoided. In right quantities, it is a healing food.

The acidity of the fresh pineapple can cause irritation of the tip of the tongue. A trick to reduce the acidity is to rub a little salt on the pineapple before eating or soak the flesh in water with a pinch of salt for a short while before eating. With canned pineapples, it is normally soak in syrup which diminishes taste and freshness.

Pineapple is diuretic and is a natural cleanser, removing toxins from the body. It is high in vitamin C and also contains a special enzyme, called bromelain, which helps the body's digestive system and also able to reduce inflammation caused by arthritis, gout and sore throat. It also helps in the healing process of wounds after surgery or injury. It is believed that pineapple contains micro-nutrients which can protects against cancer and the micro-nutrients also break up blood clots and is beneficial to the heart. Pineapple juice is a natural intestinal worm killer as well.

Immediately after each meal, eat one slice of pineapple and it will help digestion - thus reducing burping, gas build up and stomach discomfort, all common symptoms of IBS. Taking a slice or two a day is fine for most IBS sufferers; just don't eat the entire fruit by yourself everyday. If you are just trying, just take one slice and increase it later.

Another way to eat pineapple is to juice it by blending. If you are not milk intolerant, then adding some yogurt and blending them together in a food processor produces a lassi drink. This is an Indian traditional drink. Do not add any sugar especially if you are using canned pineapples. If you like you can add a little water or ice.

Terry has IBS and has taken control of it through a natural holistic methods. He is the author of http://ibsrelieftips.blogspot.com and http://www.ibs-relieftips.com where he shares his experience and techniques for free in his blog and website.

Visit : le creuset 9 piece cookware set

Natural Antihistamines

Custom Chinese herbal formulations can be one of the most effective ways to relieve allergies with long lasting results. A trained herbalist will use bulk herbs that are free of preservatives and other impurities to create a formulation which can be decocted into a tea. These formulations help to heal the root of overactive immune system responses to reduce allergies symptoms gradually over time.

Classical Chinese formulations for the relief of upper respiratory allergies are Pe Min Kan Wan and Bi Yan Pian. Both addresses sinus congestion, runny eyes, and runny nose.

Be mindful that some Chinese pre-made formulations contain dyes, preservatives, chemical pharmaceuticals, and other impurities. Always look for products that are GMP certified, meaning they have been manufactured and processed in a factory that meets FDA standards for purity in terms of acceptable levels of heavy metals, lack of chemical drugs, and other impurities.

Plum Flower Brand (Mayway) and Guang Ci Tang are two brands that I use in clinic as they are free of dyes, chemicals and preservatives. These products are available in many local health food stores or can be purchased from a trained herbalist such as myself or John Fung.

In addition to custom and commercial Chinese herbal formulations, western herbs can also be useful. Specifically, nettle leaf is a natural antihistamine that also has the benefit of detoxifying the liver.

However, not all nettle leaf extracts are equal. Some capsule and extract forms are not standardized so do not contain enough of the herb to truly benefit the body on a therapeutic level.

In my private practice, I use Gaia Brand Nettle Leaf with standardized fluid extract because it has one of the most energetically potent and bio-available forms of nettle leaf with no added sugar, so is safe for diabetics.

Quercetin is an anti-oxidant found in the peels of apples and red onions. It is anti-inflammatory and may help address prostate cancer, reduce depression in addition to being a natural antihistamine.

Many forms of quercetin supplements are formulated with bromelain, a digestive enzyme from pineapples, which can help relieve inflammation of sinuses.

Last, you can help relieve allergies by increasing foods that are high in anti-oxidants in your diet. This includes fruits and vegetables including green leafy vegetables, broccoli, turnips, carrots, pineapple, papaya, and beverages such as decaffeinated green tea, oolong tea (helps reduce excessive mucus, a condition we refer to as dampness in Chinese medicine).

Also to build your immunity, consider adding the dried herb astragulus to soups or the fresh herbs, ginger and garlic. It's a natural way to integrate herbs into your meals to further support balanced immunity and reduced allergies.

Note with any herbal remedy, please consult your medical physicians and a trained herbalist as to the appropriateness of using herbs.

Contact Kay today to order your long distance consultation to reduce allergies naturally with a custom-made herbal formulations: http://www.aikihealing.com

Kay Hutchinson, CAMQ,CAMT is a practitioner of Chinese medicine, energetic life coach and teacher of qi gong movement. She is the founder of Aiki Healing (, a private practice in Austin, Texas, and the publisher of "Health Prosperity" a publication dedicated to empowering people to manifest optimum health and wellness.

Join her mailing list today: http://www.aikihealing.com/healthprosperity/archives.html

Friends Link : cuisinart chef's classic stainless steel 10 piece anolon ultra clad 12 covered deep skillet

Year-round summer and nonstop tropical bliss can be achieved with Hawaiian bedroom décor. With a little creativity and resourcefulness, you will be able to set your own bedroom into one Pacific paradise. Just choose your favorite Hawaiian items to fully enjoy the comforts of a well-deserved vacation right in your home.

First, prepare your walls by installing grass cloth or textured wallpaper. You may also paint the wall yourself which resembles a woven texture. Pick one or two more walls wherein you can paint a mural or place wallpaper depicting a beach and ocean scenery. It is ideal to paint your ceiling blue as well or have a design that resembles forming clouds on a sunny day. Place a wooden ceiling fan preferably one with a mesh design.

Commercial carpets have tighter weaving compared to others. Choose light colors that resemble sand like beige, light yellow or cream. Sisal floor covering is also good. Add flower shaped throw rugs and throw pillows with floral designs and set them carefully on the carpet. The idea is to have people stay on the carpet as if you're all basking on the beach.

If you chance upon bamboo mats and window shades, invest in these and place them where you want in your bedroom. Accessorize with plastic hibiscus and vines for a more dramatic effect. There are also Hawaiian fabrics available that already have tropical designs and bright colors. You may place these under throw pillows or as drapes on the windows.

You can simply glue reeds of bamboo all over tables, chairs and room dividers to create a Hawaiian feel. There are custom-made beds resembling a canoe or surfboard. Quilts with sunflower and fish designs are perfect for these. Pillows and blankets are supposed to sport bright colors as well. You can freely hang one or two towels over bedroom dividers as accents.

Set tiki torches on all corners of the bedroom. These are not supposed to be lighted but generally serve as decors. As for lighting, yellow ceiling lights are good. Make sure there is enough light to make the entire room seem bright. Bamboo shutters drawn during the day should allow enough sunlight to fill the bedroom. Tiki lamps are also optional place on bedside counters.

Other designs perfect for your Hawaiian bedroom theme would be flamingos, geckos and pineapples. Try to find decors that have these designs and set them on top of dressers, tables and wooden chests.

For more bedroom decorating ideas, visit http://www.bedroomdecoratingideas101.com

Visit : staub 9.5 inch saute pan

Hawaii is a well-known tourist destination that leaves everyone who lands on her shores dumbfounded by the exquisite display of nature in all its glory. Whether it's the frothing volcanoes, the vast blue ocean, the luscious tropical fruits, vibrant flowers or endless beaches - Hawaii is like nature's museum. One natural wonder on display after another and each more magnificent than its predecessor.

Using Nature As Inspiration

It is hardly any wonder that nature has found its way into various forms of creative expression on the islands including Hawaiian jewelry. From the earliest inhabitants in the 4th and 5th century, Hawaiian jewelry has been a canvas for nature. The earliest baubles were made of shells, seeds, coral, teeth, whale ivory, bone and bark and featured patterns of various sea creatures. Sea turtles and fish were extremely popular motifs. Another surprising motif that found popularity was that of the canoe. The motifs reflected the isolation of the island life and the high value associated with the canoe. In addition, royalty wore a hook shaped necklace called the lei niho palao made from whale teeth and human hair.

With time, the popularity of motifs depicting nature in all her glory continued to grow. In the 20th century the famous Hawaiian jewelers Ming's and Gump's both sold jewelry depicting island flowers such as hibiscus, orchids, pikake, bird's of paradise and anthuriums. Guglielmo Cini who designed some of the most popular Gump's jewelry was best known for his tropical floral motifs.

Today, nature continues to the muse for most artists in Hawaii. Pineapples, palm tress, hibiscus and plumeria flowers, fish, ships, ukuleles, volcanoes, lush tropical fruits and shells find their way on earrings, necklaces, bangles and brooches.

Wedding bands designed to represent the natural native foliage of the hala tree found in Hawaii have also become extremely popular. They have escalated the simple, traditional Hawaiian wedding bands to exotic Hawaiian heirloom jewelry.

Shell Jewelry

Shell jewelry from Hawaii has been around forever. Shell jewelry generally uses no motifs and in fact shells themselves are used as motifs on other materials like gold and silver. Ni'ihau shell jewelry is extremely famous and sought after.

The Cultural Influence

In addition to nature, Hawaii is steeped in a culture frothing with customs and traditions. The petroglyphs found on the islands reflect this very primitive and spontaneous culture and also are a source of ideas for designers.

All in all, motifs used in Hawaiian jewelry include various things around the islands that represent the warmth of Hawaii; the warmth that is found not just in its beautiful climate but also in the people that reside there. And the best thing about Hawaiian jewelry is that you no longer need to be in Hawaii to select from the latest trendy designs. Websites feature traditional as well as contemporary Hawaiian jewelry of the best quality and with a 100% guarantee.

Visit My Hawaiian Jewelry for more information! Please feel free to email info@myhawaiianjewelry.com for any inquiry.

My Links : le creuset enameled cast iron 9 skillet anolon advanced 10 piece cookware set