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Potassium Broth

When people are sick I tell them to make chicken soup using the old Simon and Garfunkle song, “Are You Going to Scarborough Fair.” The chorus to this song has all the antiviral and antibacterial herbs our grandmothers used to use for various colds and flu-Parsley, Sage, Rosemary and Thyme. But even though you have some great herbs on board, you will still need to alkalize your body by eating lots of raw fruits and vegetables and a good dose of cooked vegetables. This is where Potassium Broth comes in.

Potassium Broth-An Alkalizing Drink

• To 1 1/2 quarts of water add:

• 2 large potatoes, chopped or sliced to approx. 1/2 inch slices

• 1 cup carrots, shredded or sliced

• 1 cup celery, chopped or shredded, leaves and all

• Some beet tops, turnip tops, parsley, onion or whatever you have from the garden (or whatever is in season at the store)

• Add some fresh herbs like sage, rosemary, thyme & garlic

• I also add a touch of red pepper seeds

• Sometimes I add a teaspoon of miso or beef bullion after straining off the liquid for some extra flavor.

Directions: Cover and cook slowly for about 1/2 hour using only stainless steel, glass or earthenware utensils. Strain the broth off and cool. Serve warm or cold. If not used immediately, keep in refrigerator and warm up before serving. Give the cooked vegetables to your chickens or put them on your compost pile.

Makes about 3 servings.

This is a standard beverage for all the health spas and healing clinics in Sweden. Fasting patients always start the day with a big mug of potassium broth–a cleansing, alkalizing and mineral-rich drink.

June 14, 2009 | Filed Under Potassium | Leave a Comment

Mineral Supplements – Reasons For Taking

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Mineral Supplement – be healthy.

Why is mineral supplement so important? Minerals are key to maintaining a good health. But if you do not consume enough minerals with the food, mineral supplement would be the answer. Minerals play a number of roles in your body. For example, they help your body to use the energy from foods. You need to control the amount of minerals that you consume with food, since the shortage of minerals in your body can harm your health.

Mineral Supplement – sources of minerals.

Mineral supplement is the answer when your intake of minerals is lower then the norm, but before using any supplements you should try to maintain a well-designed diet. There are many types of food that can provide your body with minerals. For example, fruits, vegetables, and animal products such as meats, fish, and poultry are the major source of minerals. Many health organizations suggest getting at least 5 to 10 servings a day of fruits and vegetables.

Mineral Supplement – reasons for taking.

Do you need to take some type of mineral supplement? Well, it depends on many factors. For example, if you have a known deficiency of a particular mineral or if you lead a busy and stressful life, then yes. But if you maintain a well designed diet and eat many food sources of minerals, then probably no. Always try to get the minerals from fresh foods before you turn to supplements.

Mineral Supplement – how to choose the right one.

If you decide to take supplements, consult with your doctor to make sure you don’t take any which can be harmful. Then you need to create a good vitamins and minerals supplement program. For example, you need to be aware of all the ingredients. Also, many supplements work better when taken together, and others, when taken separately.

June 14, 2009 | Filed Under Mineral Supplements | Leave a Comment

Iron deficiency anemia

Most common cause of anemia is iron deficiency (blood with low hemoglobin and red blood cell components).
Deficiency of iron in the diet does not immediately lead to iron deficiency anemia.
Stores of iron are normally depleted slowly with no anemic effects until iron stores are very low.
First sign of anemia are apathy and fatigue.
Iron deficiency anemia may be aggravated by a deficiency of vitamin A. With iron deficiency anemia, the combination of iron supplementation with vitamin A supplementation is more effective than either supplement alone.
Symptoms of iron deficiency anemia are usually a result of inadequate oxygen delivery. Symptoms include fatigue, rapid heart rate, reduced work capacity, and rapid breathing upon exertion.
Severe iron deficiency anemia can result in spoon-shaped, brittle nails, taste bud atrophy, and mouth sores.
Result of iron deficiency anemia can also occur while loss of large amounts of blood. About one half-quart of blood (500 ml) contains about 242 mg of iron. Blood bank donations of 500 ml should be carefully considered in populations considered at risk for iron deficiency anemia.
The Food and Nutrition Board of the National Institute of Medicine recommends monitoring infants less than one year of age for anemia if they drink cow’s milk.
Refined breads and cereals are the single greatest nutritional contributor to iron deficiency anemia.
Apricots and eggs are also rather high in iron.
Supplementation is recommended and may also help prevent iron deficiency anemia.