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Used in in Ayurvedic, Unani and Siddha medicine, pepper has both antioxidant and antibacterial properties. Perhaps it’s most common medicinal use is that of relieving digestive problems, and it’s no wonder since the spicy components cause your stomach to produce more hydrochloric acid, aiding digestion. This helps pass the food along. Thus helping to treat such ailments as gas, heartburn, nausea, diarrhea and constipation

 


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Parsley is a blood purifier
Parsley can reduce cholesterol
Parsley can balance womens hormone levels
Parsley is high in iron
Parsley is a digestive aid
Parsley can neutralize certain carcinogens(cigarettes)


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Cayenne pepper (or cayanne pepper as it's sometimes spelled as) increases metabolism by immediately influencing the venous structure. It is nothing short of amazing with its effects on the circulatory system as it feeds the vital elements into the cell structure of capillaries, veins, arteries and helps adjust blood pressure to normal levels.

 

 



Yes, cayenne pepper for high blood pressure is certainly one of its core uses. Cayenne cleans the arteries as well, helping to rid the body of bad cholesterol.

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The silica in cucumber is an essential component of healthy connective tissue, which includes muscles, tendons, ligaments, cartilage, and bone. Cucumber juice is often recommended as a source of silica to improve the complexion and health of the skin, plus cucumber's high water content makes it naturally hydrating—a must for glowing skin. Cucumbers are also used topically for various types of skin problems, including swelling under the eyes and sunburn. Two compounds in cucumbers, ascorbic acid and caffeic acid, prevent water retention, which may explain why cucumbers applied topically are often helpful for swollen eyes, burns and dermatitis.

 

 



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The fruit was known to the Akkadians, who called it supurgillu [2]; Arabic سفرجل safarjal = "quinces" (collective plural). The modern name originated in the 14th century as a plural of quoyn, via Old French cooin from Latin cotoneum malum / cydonium malum, ultimately from Greek κυδώνιον μήλον, kydonion melon "Kydonian apple" (in the figurative sense, similar to pomodoro - Italian word for tomato literally meaning "apple of gold", pomme de terre - the French word for potato, literally meaning "apple of the ground", and the classical "golden apple"). The quince tree is native to Iran, Azerbaijan, Georgia, Turkey, Albania, Macedonia, Greece, and Bulgaria, but the Greeks grafted from a superior strain from ancient Kydonia (Greek: Κυδωνία), now Khania, a port in Crete, whence both the common and better-preserved genus name. The Lydian name for the fruit was kodut

 

 


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It's long been reported that there are a number of health benefits of olive oil. As a foodstuff it has a high concentration of monounsaturated fatty acids, which studies show promote "good" cholesterol (HDL) while lowering "bad" cholesterol (LDL). Olive oil is also known to be gentle on the digestive system, and even may help prevent gallstones and soothe ulcers. Good quality olive oil contains valuable vitamins and nutrients, and it is loaded with antioxidants, which many believe help protect the body from cancer.

Read more: http://www.thedailygreen.com/green-homes/latest/olive-oil-benefits-uses-460609#ixzz0ubsUsLtg

 

 


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The potential health benefits of herbs for the prevention of disease are being increasingly recognized. Many plant based foods and herbs have been shown to have strong antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties which could make them beneficial for disease prevention. One commonly used herb, dill, has been used medicinally as far back as the Middle Ages to relieve the symptoms of hiccups as well as various other maladies. What are the health benefits of dill and should you add it to your diet

 

 


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Dill is mostly a culinary herb today, but it does have some value in medicine, mostly as a stomach soother and anti-gas remedy. It is also said to increase mother's milk and help treat breast congestion from nursing. It is mild, and makes a good remedy for colic in babies.

 

 


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Herbal medicines made from the dill herb are used to treat flatulence, digestive disorders and stomach pain.

 

 


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Have sore feet? Try soaking them in warm water and rub them further with freshly squeezed lemon juice. While hot water opens pores, lemon juice provides a cooling and astringent effect. Apart from foot relaxation, this method is also believed to induce sound sleep as it has a relaxing effect on your foot nerves.

 

 


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Almonds are a good source of vitamin E, an antioxidant that can cut risk of certain cancers, cataracts, and heart disease.

Read more at Suite101: Almonds and Good Health: Mineral-Rich Almond Nuts Good for Bone & Cardiovascular Health http://www.suite101.com/content/almonds-and-good-health-a49468#ixzz102T2Q4az