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Optimum Health - A Cardiologist's Prescription for Optimum Health Stephen T., M.D. Sinatra See book keywords and concepts

Don't avoid eggs completely, since they are a perfect source of protein and provide essential antifood with nutrient-rich herbs like garlic, chives, sage, oregano, and parsley. Decrease your intake of dairy products (especially those containing whole milk), since they are high in saturated fat and arachidonic acid. oxidants such as magnesium and sulfur. Increase your consumption of soy milk. Low-fat cottage cheese, low-fat yogurt, feta cheese, and small amounts of grated Parmesan are also permissible.

Herbs of Life: Health & Healing Using Western & Chinese Techniques Lesley Tierra See book keywords and concepts

Bitter herbs: wormwood, gentian, yarrow, turmeric, golden seal, oregon grape root, aloe, willow bark Astringent herbs: comfrey root, slippery elm, bayberry bark, myrrh, cranesbill Spicy herbs: black and red peppers, ginger, mustard seeds, cardamom, basil, oregano, marjoram, thyme, prickly ash, garlic, onion Calming herbs: lavender, catnip, comfrey, valerian root A Balanced Enema Formula Fodowing is a most useful enema for diseases such as weak digestion, constipation, arthritis, rheumatism, cancer, leucorrhea, spermatorrhea and bladder and kidney diseases.

Heinerman's Encyclopedia of Healing Herbs and Spices John Heinerman See book keywords and concepts

In Mexico, annatto seeds are ground with other herbs and spices, among them cumin and oregano, for a seasoning mixture that not only has a fragrant and flowery taste, but also helps to prevent intestinal gas from eating beans or heartburn from the consumption of chile peppers. Indigestion Cleared Up If you occasionally suffer from indigestion from certain types of food, then you ought to think about an annatto additive.

Alternative Medicine the Definitive Guide, Second Edition Larry Trivieri, Jr. See book keywords and concepts

Parsley, basil, oregano, and thyme grow well in small pots on the windowsill and will provide fresh spices every night. • Oils tend to store best under refrigeration and dark-glass containers are recommended to minimize exposure of fat-soluble vitamins to light. See Enzyme Therapy, Nutritional Medicine. Choosing Cookware Glass (or Pyrex®), ceramics (including clay, terra-cotta, enamel, and porcelain), cast iron, and stainless steel should head your list for cookware materials. At the bottom of 9ti MICROWAVING FOODS A microwave oven cooks by generating heat in the food itself.

Encyclopedia of Fruits, Vegetables, Nuts and Seeds for Healthful Living Dr. Joseph M. Kadans, N.D. See book keywords and concepts

For an Italian flavor, oregano and basil may be added to the mixture and a few minutes before the casserole is through baking, slices of mozzarella cheese can be placed on top and the dish placed back in the oven until the cheese melts. An excellent accompaniment to lamb dishes or any hearty meat dish is marinated eggplant with olives and hard-boiled eggs. Choose one small, tender eggplant and dice. Put this in two tablespoons cider vinegar and marinate for two hours. Combine in a dish the eggplant, one onion (finely chopped), chopped fresh basil and parsley, and one cup pitted black olives.

Add two cups stewed tomatoes, three tablespoons oil, one chopped onion, one chopped green pepper, one teaspoon flour, one teaspoon salt, one teaspoon each of oregano and ground celery seeds; cover and simmer until thoroughly heated. For a lentil loaf, take two and one-half cups cooked lentils and combine with one cup cooked millet, one beaten egg, two slices chopped, broiled bacon, two onions which have been grated, one clove minced garlic, one-half teaspoon salt, one-quarter cup parsley, one-quarter teaspoon thyme, and a pinch of nutmeg.

Feed Your Body Right: Understanding Your Individual Body Chemistry for Proper Nutrition Without Guesswork Lendon H. Smith, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

Natural control can be achieved with vitamin C (1000 mg every hour), Echinacea, thymus gland, Hypericum, berberis, goldenseal, myrrh, oregano, garlic, onions, tree tea oil, vitamin A and zinc, dandelion root, chaparral, burdock root, licorice root, and sarsaparilla. Cancer Allopathic control is limited to surgery, chemotherapy, and X-ra-diation. Natural methods try to boost the immune system once the tumor has been excised. Twenty grams of vitamin C per day is standard, along with A, Hoxey formula, Essiac formula (burdock, sheep sorrel, turkey rhubarb, slippery elm).

Food & Mood: The Complete Guide to Eating Well and Feeling Your Best, Second Edition Elizabeth Somer, M.A., R.D. See book keywords and concepts

Fresh oregano is excellent in Italian, Greek, or Mexican dishes. 10. Crushed red pepper flakes or Tabasco: Sprinkle on pizza, pasta dishes, salads, or soups. Add to olive oil or sour cream dips, rice dishes, or bean salads. Mix into corn bread batter or bread dough. I I. Apricot preserves: Roll into a crepe with sour cream; use with rice vinegar and soy sauce or oranges and garlic in marinades for chicken or lamb; mix into fruit salads or couscous; add to batters for scones, muffins, or tarts. 12. Black peppercorns: Add to pasta, salads, eggs, fish, and beef dishes.

Stir in milk, salt, pepper, basil, and oregano; set aside. In a nonstick skillet, melt butter. Add zucchini and saute over medium heat until tender, about 7 minutes, stirring frequently. Arrange sauteed zucchini in an ungreased 10-inch quiche pan or 9-inch piepan. Sprinkle onion and parsley over zucchini, then pour in egg mixture and sprinkle crumb mixture over the top. Add sliced tomato and sprinkle with 1 teaspoon basil. Bake in preheated oven about 30 minutes or until a knife inserted in the middle comes out clean. Let stand 5-10 minutes, then slice into 4 wedges. Makes 4 servings.

Eat To Beat Cancer: A Research Scientist Explains How You and Your Family Can Avoid Up to 90% of All Cancers J. Robert Hatherill See book keywords and concepts

ANTIOXIDANT SPICES allspice, basil, bay leaf caradamom, cinnamon, cloves, cumin fennel, ginger mace, marjoram, nutmeg oregano, perilla, rosemary, sage thyme, turmeric Drink Away Cancer With Tea! Green and black teas are derived from the leaf of the bush Camellia sinensis. After tea is picked, the leaves are left to wither and dry in the hot air. Black tea is put through a process of oxidation, which imparts its dark color and flavorful aroma. In making green tea the fresh leaves are steamed, which destroys the enzymes that cause fermentation in black tea.

Gary Nulls Ultimate Anti Aging Program Gary Null, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

Grape; Lemon; Himalayan Mayapple; Wild Bergamot; Ajwan; Common Thyme; Asparagus Pea; Nude Mountain Mint; Horsemint; Small-Flowered Oregano; American Dogwood; Tonka Bean; Winter Savory; Portuguese Thyme; Agbo; Waldmeister; Autumn Crocus; Mayapple; Creeping Thyme; Da-Zao. Camu-camu; Bitter Melon; Emblic; Bell Pepper; Cayenne; Horseradish; Cashew; English Walnut; Vinespinach; Guava; Sallow Thorn; Berro; Garden Sorrel; Chaya; Calamansi; Broccoli; Black Currant; Cassava.

Alternative Medicine the Definitive Guide, Second Edition Larry Trivieri, Jr. See book keywords and concepts

Typical problems are caused by excessive use of potentially irritating or allergenic oils such as clove, cinnamon, oregano, or savory, but with proper knowledge these pitfalls are easily avoided. Most health-food stores now carry essential oils, and many even carry starter kits with selections of the most widely used oils. Following are some typical applications of essential oils in the home: • Daily hygiene: Gentle antiviral essential oils, such as Eucalyptus radiata, Ravensara aromatica, and niaouli can be spread over the skin before, during, or after the morning shower.

Herbs of Life: Health & Healing Using Western & Chinese Techniques Lesley Tierra See book keywords and concepts

Possible Formulas The following are some of the possible essential oils which can be added to either plain or herb-extracted oil for liniment use: bay juniper birch mustard cajeput nutmeg camphor peppermint cayenne rosemary clove sage cinnamon thyme eucalyptus turpentine ginger wintergreen Herbs good for liniments include: bay marjoram bayberry myrrh cayenne oregano cumin sage chaparral thyme ginger wormwood lobelia tion: cardamom, comfrey,fenugreek, licorice, marsh-mallow, slippery elm, turmeric, astragalus, citrus, jujube dates, lycii berries and even ginseng.

The Omega-3 Connection: The Groundbreaking Anti-depression Diet and Brain Program Andrew L. Stoll See book keywords and concepts

Yukon gold or red potato 1 teaspoon salt, divided % teaspoon black pepper 6 omega-3-rich eggs Vi cup chopped fresh purslane or spinach Vi cup sliced green onion 1 teaspoon chopped fresh or Vi teaspoon dried oregano 1 teaspoon chopped fresh or Vi teaspoon dried basil 6 Kalamata olives, pitted and chopped 1 ounce feta or goat cheese, crumbled (optional) Heat the oil in a 10-inch cast-iron or nonstick skillet over medium heat. Add the red onion, and saute 5 minutes. Layer the potato slices over the onion, and sprinkle with Vi teaspoon salt and black pepper.

Even the green herbs rosemary, oregano, and thyme have antioxidant compounds. Substitute these healthy foods for the processed commercial snacks high in carbohydrates and trans-fatty acids that are so common today. Cut the fruits and vegetables up ahead of time, if possible, so you have something easy to reach for. Fats and Oils. It is essential to cut down on all fats and oils except omega-3 oils, which you are increasing. For cooking oils, use olive or canola. Both are primarily made of monounsaturated fats.

The Serotonin Solution Judith J. Wurtman and Susan Suffes See book keywords and concepts

Chop fresh tomatoes with spring onions, basil, or oregano for a quick no-cook spaghetti sauce. Mix sliced cucumbers and dill with plain fat-free yogurt for a soothing side dish or as a dressing for cold poached fish. Soups can be fast and simple; use a dried soup mix as a base and add a handful of fresh or frozen vegetables. And don't overlook nutrient-dense'' leafy green vegetables. Chop kale with onion, garlic, and low-fat turkey or vegetarian sausage, cook the mixture in chicken broth, splash it with vinegar, and enjoy a main course. A smooth spinach soup can be created in minutes.

Makes 2 generous servings 3 cups tiny new potatoes, halved 8 to 10 stalks fresh asparagus, cut into chunks 2 medium tomatoes, diced '/2 cup sweet red salad onion, diced V4 cup fresh string beans, cut into pieces V4 cup fat-free garlic dressing 2 teaspoons fresh oregano leaves, or l/i teaspoon dried 2 tablespoons fresh basil leaves, or 1 teaspoon dried freshly ground black pepper to taste Put 2 quarts of water in a large saucepan; add the potatoes, and bring to the boil; cook 7 to 10 minutes.

Serves 2 to 3 6 to 8 ounces uncooked spaghetti light vegetable oil cooking spray '/4 pound lean hamburger '/2 cup onion, chopped 3 cloves garlic, crushed '/2 cup mushrooms, sliced 2 cups Italian-style tomato sauce 1 teaspoon oregano lli teaspoon marjoram V2 teaspoon rosemary salt and pepper to taste Prepare spaghetti according to package directions. While it is cooking, lightly coat a nonstick skillet with vegetable spray. Add the lean hamburger and continue cooking until lightly browned. Add the onions and garlic and continue cooking until the onions are transparent.

Toss drained spaghetti with ricotta cheese, oregano, basil, and garlic olive oil. Sprinkle with Parmesan cheese. AVOIDING TROUBLE 1. Eat as little fat as you can tolerate in order to avoid gaining weight. Remember: This is a weight-maintenance diet. The only way you will be able both to keep your calorie intake under control and to eat as many carbohydrates as you will be craving is to eat them with as little fat as possible. 2. Take a vitamin-mineral supplement every day. If you are not going to be eating at least l'A to 2 cups of dairy products a day, take a calcium supplement.

Food and Healing Annemarie Colbin See book keywords and concepts

For a time she became so sensitive that even a pinch of oregano in a dish made her high. This phase lasted about eight months, at the end of which she slowly returned to a more varied eating pattern, adding salads, fruit, and more seasonings to her meals. After another year she also added some animal protein again. Over a period of two years, she transformed herself into a slim, elegant, well-focused woman—one of the more dramatic cases of personal alchemy I have witnessed.

Heinerman's Encyclopedia of Healing Herbs and Spices John Heinerman See book keywords and concepts

European type. oregano is also widely used in other foods, including alcoholic beverages, baked goods, meat and meat products, condiments and relishes, milk products, processed vegetables, snack foods, fats and oils, and others. Highest average maximum use level reported is about 0.3% in condiments and relishes and milk products. MARSHMALLOW (Althaea officinalis) Marshmallow is a perennial plant growing to a height of nearly 4 feet in some cases. It is both cultivated as well as found growing wild in damp and wet places everywhere.

Nontoxic, Natural and Earthwise Debra Lynn Dadd See book keywords and concepts

Comfrey, peppermint, sage, spearmint, oregano, and lemongrass. Eden Foods Gomasio (Eden Foods). Sesame salt. Jack's Sun Isles Spices (Jack's Honey Bee Products). Organically grown spices include basil, cilantro, dill weed, paprika, parsley, sage, tarragon, and thyme, plus garlic and onion (chopped and powdered). Jack's Honey Bee Products. Jaffe Brothers. Unrefined natural sea salt. Krysta! Wharf Farms. Wildcrafted herbs include red clover, yarrow, red raspberry leaves, heal-all, mullein, red sumac, golden-rod, wintergreen, and peppermint. Lima Sea Salt (Eden Foods).

The complete Book of Water Healing - Using the Earth's most essential resource to cure illness, promote health, and soothe and restore body, mind, and spirit Dian Dincin Buchman, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

To deepen the effectiveness of these applications add drops of rosemary tea or oil, peppermint tea or oil, or the essential oil of oregano {Origanum vulgare) to the compress water. A colleague, Bernard Asbell, swears by still another hot, moist application. He uses a hot water bottle on the painful area. To improve drainage and lessen the pain of a sinus attack breathe in steam—run a shower in a closed bathroom, or improvise a steam tent with a pot of boiling water placed on a safe, nonwobbly table. Create a tent with a large towel.

Wild oregano also comes in capsule form, and many patients report it is effective in reducing a sinus infection. One of the best preventive approaches is inhaling a daily saline (salt water) solution. Do this often, says the holistic physician Dr. Robert S. Ivker, former president of the American Holistic Medical Association and author of the excellent book, Sinus Survival. It can control the tendency to get sinus infections. If fighting an infection, repeat this sniffing up to 4 times a day. Use an eyedropper for small children.

The Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants Andrew Chevallier See book keywords and concepts

Strongly antiseptic, oregano may be taken to treat respiratory conditions such as coughs, tonsillitis, bronchitis, and asthma. It is also considered to be a useful promoter of menstruation. The diluted oil can be applied externally to toothache or painful joints. cautions Do not take as a medicine during pregnancy. External use may cause irritation of the skin. Do not take essential oil internally. OREG^iVO's essential oil, well diluted, is a traditional remedy for toothache.

The Encyclopedia of Psychoactive Plants: Ethnopharmacology and Its Applications Christian Ratsch See book keywords and concepts

B-carbolines mescaline nornicotine opium aUcaloids essential oil N,N-DMT mescaline scopolamine sparteine salvinorin A harmaline, harmine tropanes 5-MeO-DMT nicotine nicotine anabasine, nicotine, and others steroid alkaloids lactucarium thujone essential oil Smoking Herbs Whose Psychoactive Effects Are Questionable Name Botanical Name Active Constituent(s) balm basil black tea bog bilberry leaves cinnamon bark coltsfoot mints oregano sage stinging nettle Melissa officinalis Ocimum basilicum Camellia sinensis Vaccinium uliginosum Cinnamomum verum Tussilago farfara Mentha spp.

What Color is Your Diet? David Heber, M.D., Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

Turn heat to medium-low and add tomato puree, basil, oregano, rosemary, allspice, salt, pepper, sugar, wine, and water, and stir to blend. Cover and let simmer 30 minutes for flavors to blend. If sauce seems too thick, add water a few tablespoons at a time. Add soy ground round, Parmesan cheese, and parsley, stir, and simmer a few more minutes, until soy ground round is heated through. Serve over whole-wheat pasta.

The Healing Foods: The Ultimate Authority on the Curative Power of Nutrition Patricia Hausman & Judith Benn Hurley See book keywords and concepts

Season greens with fresh garlic, nutmeg, allspice, hot peppers, thyme, or oregano. Also worth a try are onions, chives, scallions, garlic, gingerroot, peanuts, or pine nuts. If you must add fat, favor olive oil for both flavor and health. • Add shredded greens to Chinese-style fried rice a couple of minutes before cooking is finished, then crown with toasted almonds or sesame seeds. Freeze-'Em-Yourself Greens It's great to enjoy greens year-round, but supplies fluctuate with the seasons in many regions.

Breast Cancer? Breath Health! The Wise Woman Way Susun S. Weed See book keywords and concepts

All members of the mint family, including rosemary, thyme, basil, oregano, lavender, and sage, are excellent sources of anti-cancer antioxidants, acids, polyphenols, phenolic diterpenes, flavonoids, and phytosterols. Turmeric contains the potent flavonoid curcumin, as well as carotenes, antioxidants, and phytosterols. Many other widely used seasoning herbs such as nutmeg, cloves, caraway, cayenne, cumin, celery seed, coriander, and the Asian culinary herbs, lemon grass, galanga, and betel nuts, are strong anti-cancer agents.

The Healing Foods: The Ultimate Authority on the Curative Power of Nutrition Patricia Hausman & Judith Benn Hurley See book keywords and concepts

Add garlic, onions, chili and jalapeno peppers, pumpkin seeds, cumin, coriander, oregano, and hot pepper sauce. Saute until vegetables have wilted and the mixture is fragrant, about 5 minutes. In a large bowl, mix together chili mixture and beans, using a large rubber spatula to combine well. Lay tortillas on a counter and divide bean mixture equally among them by placing it in log shapes on the edge of each tortilla. Sprinkle an equal amount of cheese on each bean log, then roll tortillas and use the back of a spoon to press in the filling on the sides.

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