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Tell people you’re interested in a natural birth, and they just might look at you like you’ve lost your mind.
“Why in the world would you do that?” is the usual response. Women are called crazy, reminded that “you don’t get a medal at the end,” and scolded that they “don’t have to be a hero.” Worse yet, they’re sometimes insulted by those who assure them, “Oh, you’ll get the epidural.”
Reprinted with permission from www.theculturedcook.com and culinary expert Lisa Howard
Changing the Question
There is only one question when it comes to your health: “What is stopping your body from healing?” Conventional medical care is primarily focused on managing symptoms, using medications that alleviate pain and prevent symptoms from worsening. Though we may get some relief, the underlying cause often remains untreated. We need to change the question from “How can we most effectively manage symptoms and pain?” to “How can we help your body heal?”
Ginseng is a common ingredient in many energy drinks, but its proponents claim it has a number of benefits besides increasing alertness and stamina.1 The plain term “ginseng” refers to Panax ginseng (also known as Asian ginseng, Chinese ginseng, or Korean ginseng).2 Panax ginseng, the most widely used form, should not be confused with American ginseng or Siberian ginseng because these other types possess different medicinal properties.3
Over the last few decades an ongoing debate continues in the world of nutrition. What forms healthy choices in one’s diet remains controversial. Is what is best for one person equally good for another? Is a high fat, moderate protein, low carbohydrate diet like the Atkins or Zone diet the best, or a high-complex carbohydrate, low fat diet recommended by the American Heart Association and other medical organizations?
Eating healthier requires a shift in consciousness and habit patterns. It is easy to reach for the boxed or packaged food, or to eat fast food. There are healthier options for those families wanting the convenience of packaged food. Eating healthier food is an investment in better health and wellness for the entire family.
This article is intended to make you aware of how important a healthy digestive tract is to your well being. To begin I will explain what causes and contributes to an unhealthy digestive tract.
Ingredients
6 salmon steaks, 1” thick
1 T. chopped parsley
1 t. dried basil
3 T. melted butter
1/4 t. salt
4 oz. low-fat cream cheese
2 T. grated parmesan cheese
1 T. chopped green onion
A few years ago, my wife and I went on an amazing culinary vacation to the Tuscan region of Italy. One of our favorite dishes, and there were many, was Fiori di Zucchini Farcito or Stuffed Zucchini Blossoms. Contact your local farmer to see if they will sell or perhaps give you their zucchini blossoms. Now is a great time to try this recipe because in Michigan, the zucchini harvest season is from June to October.
Reprinted with permission from www.theculturedcook.com and culinary expert Lisa Howard
Reprinted with permission from www.theculturedcook.com and culinary expert Lisa Howard
The vegan lifestyle has received a tremendous amount of attention and credibility in the last few years. Droves of actors and actresses, musicians, entrepreneurs, TV personalities and even former President Clinton are now turning to veganism for various reasons. These individuals are further supporting the ideals of being vegan by making strides to spread the message to the public. A lifestyle that was once shunned is now capturing the attention of our nation and gaining supporters!
Vitamins and minerals are nutrients that the body requires to function properly. Vitamins can be fat-soluble or water-soluble. The fat-soluble vitamins are vitamins A, D, E, and K. Fat-soluble vitamins dissolve in fat and are stored in the body. Water-soluble vitamins, such as vitamin C and the B vitamins, dissolve in water and cannot be stored by the body. Any water-soluble vitamins that your body doesn’t need pass through your system and are lost in urine.
In the first article of this series, we reviewed the interaction between Vitamin C and iron as well as Vitamin D and calcium, and the ability of these vitamins and minerals to work together to perform various important functions in the body. In this second article of the three-part series, we will look at the minerals phosphorus, magnesium, and potassium.
Phosphorus
In the first article of this three-part series, we reviewed the interaction between Vitamin C and iron as well as vitamin D and calcium, and the ability of these vitamins and minerals to work together to perform various important functions in the body. In the second article, we looked at the minerals phosphorus, magnesium, and potassium. In this third and final article, we will look at a few lesser known, but still vitally important vitamins and minerals: Vitamin A, Vitamin K, Chromium, and Zinc.
