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10 Health Benefits of Ginger

10 Health Benefits of Ginger

Published on December 5, 2008

Ginger has been used as a natural remedy for many ailments for centuries. Now, science is catching up and researchers around the world are finding that ginger works wonders in the treatment of everything from cancer to migraines. Here are ten health benefits of this powerful herb.

Ovarian Cancer Treatment
Ginger may be powerful weapon in the treatment of ovarian cancer. A study conducted at the University of Michigan Comprehensive Cancer Center found that ginger powder induces cell death in all ovarian cancer cells to which it was applied.

Colon Cancer Prevention
A study at the University of Minnesota found that ginger may slow the growth of colorectal cancer cells.

Morning Sickness
A review of several studies has concluded that ginger is just as effective as vitamin B6 in the treatment of morning sickness.

Motion Sickness Remedy
Ginger has been shown to be an effective remedy for the nausea associated with motion sickness.

Reduces Pain and Inflammation
One study showed that ginger has anti-inflammatory properties and is a powerful natural painkiller.

Heartburn Relief
Ginger has long been used as a natural heartburn remedy. It is most often taken in the form of tea for this purpose.

Cold and Flu Prevention and Treatment Ginger has long been used as a natural treatment for colds and the flu. Many people also find ginger to be helpful in the case of stomach flus or food poisoning, which is not surprising given the positive effects ginger has upon the digestive tract.

Migraine Relief
Research has shown that ginger may provide migraine relief due to its ability to stop prostaglandins from causing pain and inflammation in blood vessels.

Menstrual Cramp Relief
In Chinese medicine, ginger tea with brown sugar is used in the treatment of menstrual cramps.

Prevention of Diabetic Nephropathy
A study done on diabetic rats found that those rats given ginger had a reduced incidence of diabetic nephropathy (kidney damage).
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TURMERIC

20 Health Benefits of Turmeric

20 Health Benefits of Turmeric

Published on October 1, 2007

The active ingredient in turmeric is curcumin. Tumeric has been used for over 2500 years in India, where it was most likely first used as a dye.
The medicinal properties of this spice have been slowly revealing themselves over the centuries. Long known for its anti-inflammatory properties, recent research has revealed that turmeric is a natural wonder, proving beneficial in the treatment of many different health conditions from cancer to Alzheimer's disease.

Here are 20 health benefits of turmeric:
1. It is a natural antiseptic and antibacterial agent, useful in disinfecting cuts and burns.
2. When combined with cauliflower, it has shown to prevent prostate cancer and stop the growth of existing prostate cancer.
3. Prevented breast cancer from spreading to the lungs in mice.
4. May prevent melanoma and cause existing melanoma cells to commit suicide.
5. Reduces the risk of childhood leukemia.
6. Is a natural liver detoxifier.
7. May prevent and slow the progression of Alzheimer's disease by removing amyloyd plaque buildup in the brain.
8. May prevent metastases from occurring in many different forms of cancer.
9. It is a potent natural anti-inflammatory that works as well as many anti-inflammatory drugs but without the side effects.
10. Has shown promise in slowing the progression of multiple sclerosis in mice.
11. Is a natural painkiller and cox-2 inhibitor.
12. May aid in fat metabolism and help in weight management.
13. Has long been used in Chinese medicine as a treatment for depression. 14. Because of its anti-inflammatory properties, it is a natural treatment for arthritis and rheumatoid arthritis.
15. Boosts the effects of chemo drug paclitaxel and reduces its side effects.
16. Promising studies are underway on the effects of turmeric on pancreatic cancer.
17. Studies are ongoing in the positive effects of turmeric on multiple myeloma.
18. Has been shown to stop the growth of new blood vessels in tumors.
19. Speeds up wound healing and assists in remodeling of damaged skin.
20. May help in the treatment of psoriasis and other inflammatory skin conditions.

Turmeric can be taken in powder or pill form. It is available in pill form in most health food stores, usually in 250-500mg capsules.

Once you start using turmeric on a regular basis, it's fun to find new ways to use it in recipes. My favorite way to use it is to add a pinch of it to egg salad. It adds a nice flavor and gives the egg salad a rich yellow hue.
Contraindications: Turmeric should not be used by people with gallstones or bile obstruction. Though turmeric is often used by pregnant women, it is important to consult with a doctor before doing so as turmeric can be a uterine stimulant.
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BROCCOLI SPROUTS

Broccoli Sprouts and Cancer

Published on July 26, 2012

Broccoli sprouts are the immature seedlings of the broccoli plant. Broccoli is a cruciferous vegetable that contains substantial amounts of cancer protective compounds. Broccoli sprouts contain highly concentrated levels of these compounds as well as the many vitamins and nutrients that make broccoli such a healthy food.
Here are some of the cancer-fighting qualities of broccoli sprouts:

Chemoprotection
Some researchers believe sprouts contain up to 100 times the amount of chemoprotective compounds than in that of mature broccoli heads. In fact, a few tablespoons of broccoli sprouts each week may provide as much cancer fighting protection as two pounds of broccoli heads. Research shows that three-day-old broccoli sprouts have the most potent concentration of cancer fighting compounds.

Sulforaphane
Sulforphane is believed to enhance the body's natural cancer fighting resources and protect against molecular damage to cells and DNA. Sulforaphane may inhibit the growth of breast cancer stem cells while helping the liver to oust harmful toxins and carcinogens from the body. Researchers at John Hopkins found that glucoraphanin, the precursor to sulforphane, is found at highly concentrated levels in broccoli sprouts.

Phase 2 Enzymes
Sulforaphane is an active promoter of phase 2 enzymes, one of the body's first lines of defense against dangerous, cancer causing chemicals. Detoxicating in nature and an important aspect of liver metabolism, phase 2 enzymes attack and neutralize carcinogens before they harm cells and damage DNA.

DNA Protection
A study at Ulster University showed that eating around 100 grams of sprouted vegetables every day protects against DNA damage, which is commonly associated with cancer risk.

Tumor Inhibition
One study fed rats extracts of broccoli sprouts while exposing them to harmful carcinogens. Those fed the sprout extract developed fewer mammary tumors, smaller tumors, and at slower rates than those not fed the extracts.

Antioxidant Activity
Broccoli is touted for its high levels of vitamin C and other great antioxidant benefits. Studies at Johns Hopkins University showed that broccoli sprouts produced 20 - 50 times more cancer fighting antioxidant activity than broccoli heads.

I pretty much lived on ginger tea for the last few months. It helped a LOT with my nausea problems

Great post. Been putting turmeric and cumin on cereal. Used to juice a lot with ginger need to get back into it. Guess this is a good reminder

I have been studying and using these ideas for years. I am 88. Yesterday I cleaned all my wood floors on my hands and knees, livingroom, dining room, kitchen, and study. I lift weights every day and exercise. I feel fine. It works!