The Fibromyalgia Diet: Eating for a Better Quality of Life There has been little information available from the scientific community on nutrition and diet for Fibromyalgia patients. Research has not yet proven that any specific foods affect Fibromyalgia, positively or negatively. But we do know that eating a good balanced diet helps everyone’s body function at its best. Good nutrition can help in your health and healing. Eating healthful foods including those low in fat and high in immunity boosting antioxidants and phytochemicals may work together to help maximize energy and alertness and minimize constant fatigue and lethargy. Many people have overcome their Fibromyalgia symptoms by changing their lifestyle and diet. Chocolate Carbonated beverages Coffee Alcohol Along with changes in nutrition she encourages stretching, exercising and drinking 8+ glasses of water a day. Along with Mary Moeller and others, I also have enjoyed the benefits of better health after quitting carbonated beverages and coffee. Dr. (c) Colleen Black-Brown.
Shade Cover for Cold Frame - Gardener's Supply Company Start gardening earlier and extend the harvest in fall Woven poly insulating cover has vents and insect netting Shade cover protects plants from intense sun Ultimate Cold Frame includes frame and woven poly cover; frame and shade cover also sold individually For avid vegetable gardeners, winter lasts too long and fall frosts come too early. These new cold frame components let you stretch your growing season and harvest more healthy, home-grown produce. Designed to fit over our 71-1/2" L x 57-1/4" W Cedar Raised Bed with 27 square feet of growing space, the 3-season covers are supported by a sturdy 36-1/2" high enameled steel frame that fits right into the raised bed corners. In spring and fall, use the frame with the insulating greenhouse cover. Made of woven polyethylene, it has a large access door on each side and two roll-up gable vents, all with 2-way zippers. During warm weather, replace the greenhouse cover with the optional woven polypropylene Shade Cover, sold separately.
How to Cook Tofu Like the Pros: Dry-fry and Marinate Method If you are a vegetarian, you know it well--tofu disaster, slimy tofu dishes where the tofu has disintegrated into a flavorless mush. How do restaurants do it? My special method uses dry-frying and marinating, resulting in firm, flavorful tofu that leaves even meat-eaters impressed. If you are a vegetarian or vegan who would love to make your own delicious tofu dishes at home, this recipe is perfect for you. Pass this web page along to your friends and family as well, and, when you visit for dinner, you will no longer have to subsist on side dishes or choke down their well meant but disastrous attempts at tofu. Dry-Fried and Marinated Tofu for Stir-Fries and Other Dishes Needed: One 16 ounce brick of extra-firm tofu for every four people.Cutting board and knifeCloth Napkin or dish towelTeflon pan OR a very well-seasoned cast-iron pan *SpatulaPrepared marinade in a bowl (see recipes at end for suggestions) Preparation: (First, prepare your marinade. Tofu comes packed in water. Dry-frying:
Keep Your Garden Pest Free with These Natural Pesticides, Made with Ingredients Already in Your Pantry Some things you may have readily available... * Aluminum foil - lay it under your plants to control aphids. They like to hang out under the leaves, so by causing a reflection of light from below, they get confused and tend to go somewhere else. * Use items directly from the garden. I usually have some very hot peppers growing and almost nothing touches them. Pluck some peppers and mix in a blender or foot processor with water then add a few drops of soap. * The offending pests - I have heard that if you capture the offending pest and crush them up and add them to your spray that it will deter the same pest. What you probably won't have on hand... * Diatomaceous earth - completely organic and will kill any pest with an exoskeleton... * Lady bugs - natural predators of aphids.
Mike's Amazing Cakes The 100 Healthiest Foods In the fast-paced world of nutrition research, it seems like a hot discovery hits the news every week. So we asked prominent scientists doing groundbreaking work on how edibles stave off illness to pin down the 100 most nutrient-packed foods. To make our list, a food had to be very rich in at least one vitamin, mineral or other compound known to protect against cancer, heart disease or other diseases. Be supermarket smart and use this list as your shopping list. you body will be glad you did! ANTHOCYANINS: Plant pigments that help protect you from heart disease. by Janis Jibrin, R.D.
Bootstrapper » Top 100 Foods to Improve Your Productivity Besides eating to lose weight, why not eat to improve your productivity? Whether the following foods help sharpen your eyesight, keep your brain focused, or just fill you up without making you feel lazy, you’ll find they’ll help you keep your day on track. Energy and Brain Foods Most of us can be productive in the mornings, but if you find that you’re unable to concentrate or simply lose the energy to keep going many afternoons, these energy and brainpower boosting foods are what you need. Eggplant: As long as you don’t forget to eat the skin, it doesn’t matter how you ingest your eggplant. Eggplant skin contains the nutrient naunin, which keeps your brain sharp by increasing communication between your brain cells and messenger molecules. Eyesight For many entrepreneurs, long hours in front of the computer screen has become an absolute necessity. Strawberries: As with the other fruits on this list, strawberries help your eyesight. General Productivity Boosters Improving Digestion and Sleep
Soy's Thyroid Dangers For at a past decade, the issue of whether soy has a negative effect on the thyroid has been a continuing question. The potential effects of soy on the thyroid remains a controversial issue, one that shows no signs of being resolved in the near future. On one side, we have health and nutrition magazines touting the benefits of soy as a cure-all for menopause, cancer prevention, heart disease, weight loss, and many other health concerns. And behind the many soy food products and supplements is a multi-billion-dollar industry that make profits hugely from soy. Some nutritionists tout soy as a key part of a healthy diet. On the other side of the issue are the opponents of soy, who believe that soy is a toxin, and is particularly toxic to thyroid patients. In the middle, there are experts who suggest that some soy -- as long as it is in unprocessed food form, or fermented forms, and not genetically modified -- may be safe for thyroid patients, as long as it's eaten only in moderation.
Bile Duct » Blog Archive » This is Your Child on Drugs. So I was watching TV the other day and saw a new Partnership for a Drug-Free America commercial. Actually I don’t think they’re called that anymore. They have some new 21st century name or something. Hey teenager, are your parents watching this with you? OK, I don’t think he actually said “drugs are bad”, but I forget how he wraps up. Anyway, I just want to say thank God for this commercial! But unfortunately, this commercial doesn’t go nearly far enough toward educating parents. By far, the biggest indicator of drug use in general is moodiness and rebelliousness in teenagers. If your teenager exhibits moodiness and rebellion, the music he or she listens to and the way they dress can help you determine exactly what drug they are addicted to. Here are some specific warning signs that your child is in trouble with drugs and other nefarious activities. Does your child wear baggy hip-hop clothing and listen to rap music?