WHY YOUR GRANDPARENTS DIDN'T HAVE FOOD ALLERGIES...

...AND YOU DO….

Did your grandparents have food allergies? Mine sure didn't. A stark comparison to the growing epidemic of food allergies, worsening with every generation.

So why did your grandparents not have food allergies? It’s really quite simple…

1) They ate seasonal real food.

Food came from farms and small markets in the early 1900′s, and because food preservatives were not widely used yet, food was fresh. Because of the lack of processed food, their diets were nutrient dense allowing them to get the nutrition they needed from their food.

For babies, breast milk was valued and it was always in season.

2) They didn’t diet, and play restrictive games with their body and metabolism. They ate food when food was available.

Our grandparents did not fall victim to fad diets, food marketing, calorie counting, and other detrimental dieting habits that are popular today (in part because the marketing infrastructure didn't exist yet). Because of this they had a healthy metabolism, and ate according to their body’s needs and cravings.

3) They cooked food at home, using traditional preparation methods from scratch.

Buying processed food was not an option, and eating out was a rare luxury. Lucky for our grandparents these habits actually increased their health.

4) They didn’t eat GMO’s, food additives, stabilizers and thickeners.

Food was not yet treated with additives, antibiotics and hormones to help preserve shelf life and pad the pockets of food producers in the early 1900′s at the expense of the consumer’s health.

5) They ate the whole animal that included mineral rich bone broths and organ meats.

 Animal bones were saved or bought to make broths and soups, and organ meats always had a special place at the dinner table. These foods were valued for their medicinal properties, and never went to waste.

6) They didn’t go to the doctor when they felt sick or take prescription medications. Doctor visits were saved for accidental injuries and life threatening illness.

When they got a fever, they waited it out. When they felt sick, they ate soups, broths and got lots of rest. They did not have their doctor or nurse on speed dial, and trusted the body’s natural healing process a whole lot more than we do today. Their food was medicine, whether they realized it or not.

7) They spent lots of time outside.

Our grandparents didn’t have the choice to stay inside and play on their phones, computers and gaming systems. They played on the original play-station:  bikes, swing-sets and good ol’ mother nature!

And what do these things have to do with food allergies?

Nutrition affects EVERY cell in our body. The health of our cells is dependent on diet and lifestyle. Cells create tissues, tissues create organs, and we are made up of a system of organs. If your nutrition is inadequate, the integrity of each cell, tissue and organ in your body will suffer, thus you may be MORE sensitive to certain foods.

Author: Catherine B.

 

“NO SHOT” – ADVANCED B-12!

Q.    Six months ago I had a gastric bypass.  Since then I have had a problem absorbing B-12.  My Dr. wants me to start B-12 shots…I hate shots of any kind.  Any suggestions?

Jordon P.

A.  You’re actually very fortunate if B-12 is the only nutrient you are having trouble getting enough of.  It’s not unusual for gastric bypass patients to have on-going (some severe) issues with nutrient (vitamins, minerals) and protein absorption. 

A shot (hypodermic) of B-12 would guarantee 100% nutrient absorption.  But before resorting to B-12 shots I would like you to try one thing first.  There is a brand of B-12 sublingual (under the tongue) lozenges that dissolve in seconds.  SUPERIOR SOURCE “No Shot” Advanced B-12.  This company spearheaded and patented their MicroLingual instant dissolve tablets.  By taking this form of B-12 you are by-passing your limited digestive process and instead absorbing the maximum amount of B-12 through your oral capillary cell walls directly into your blood stream.

Superior Source also uses the most bio-available form of B-12 “methylcobalamin” in their instant dissolve tablets.  They also make B-12 in various synergistic combinations.  Superior Source products can be found in most health food stores, drug stores (limited) and online retailers.

AMV

*Health Disclaimer: This information is not presented by a medical practitioner and is for educational and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

  

 

The 10 worst toxins hidden in vitamins, supplements and health foods

I'm absolutely shocked at how many people don't investigate what's really in the products they swallow. When something is sold as an herb, vitamin, superfood or supplement, they think it's automatically safe. And while the natural products industry has a truly remarkable safety record -- especially in contrast to the massive number of deaths caused by pharmaceuticals -- it still suffers from a lot of hidden toxins that are routinely used throughout the industry.

I know this because I've been natural food retail store owner and buyer for well over a quarter of a century. Our stores were industry leaders in quality supplement distribution since the early 1980’s.  I've walked the floors of countless trade shows, spent tens of thousands of dollars on what was seemingly (at the time) products based on “good science” and sat through endless quality control meetings sponsored by manufacturers.  Yes…I learned the hard way over many years how to discern quality from deception.  When I look around the natural products industry, I see examples of super honest, high-integrity companies like Nature's Path and Dr. Bronner's. I also see an alarming number of cheats, crooks and charlatans who are only involved in the industry to profit from the explosion of interest in health supplements. In truth, some nutritional products are downright dangerous to your health. My role is to help you tell the difference between products that are GOOD for you vs. products that might actually be toxic. Because ultimately, I want you to be healthy, vibrant, intelligent and active. I want you to enjoy life and improve the quality of your life.

Be prepared to be shocked in reading what follows. After reviewing this list, you will probably throw out quite a few products in your refrigerator and pantry. Very few people are willing to tell you the truth revealed here, so some of this may come as a complete shock (see #1 and #2, below).

#1) Maltodextrin (from GM corn)

Let's start out with the big one first: If you pick up a natural product and the ingredients list says "maltodextrin," chances are very high that the maltodextrin in the product is derived from Monsanto's GM corn.

Virtually all the maltodextrin used throughout the natural products industry is genetically modified. Products that are certified USDA organic, however, are not using GMO maltodextrin.

The non-GMO, non-corn replacement for maltodextrin derived from GM corn is tapioca maltodextrin, and you'll find tapioca starch / maltodextrin in many certified organic, non-GMO products. Corn maltodextrin should be avoided unless it's certified USDA organic. Look for tapioca maltodextrin instead (or no maltodextrin at all).

#2) Vitamin C / acorbic acid (from GM corn)

Here's another whopper that's sure to open some eyes: Nearly all the "vitamin C" sold in vitamins across America right now is derived from GMO corn.

This means that many of the supplements sold at the worlds largest natural foods retailer, the vitamins sold on many .com online retailers and even the the pills at your local pharmacy, and especially the products at the grocery store are (nearly) all routinely made with genetically modified vitamin C. It's typically called "ascorbic acid," and nearly 100% of the ascorbic acid used in the natural products industry is derived from GMOs.

Sourcing non-GMO vitamin C requires you to go outside the United States. There is no existing supply chain of certified organic, non-GMO ascorbic acid available anywhere in America (at least not to my knowledge). You can't even run batches of non-GMO ascorbic acid production in the USA because all the facilities are contaminated with residues of GM corn.

Rest assured that all those cheap "vitamin C" pills sold at retail are derived from genetically modified corn.

#3) Hexane-extracted soy and rice proteins

Nearly 100% of the "natural" soy proteins sold in the USA are extracted in China using a hexane extraction method. CLARIFICATION: The primary manufacturer and distributor of brown rice protein in the USA, which imports brown rice protein processed in China, insists that hexane has never been used in the extraction of their product, not in the conventional brown rice protein nor their organic brown rice protein. This manufacturer does, however, confirm our original reporting which stated that hexane is typically used in rice protein extraction. As stated on their own website:

The only complete, organic, raw protein source from brown rice, our rice protein is enzymatically extracted from multiple layers of the whole grain versus the more typical rice protein which is hexane-extracted from only the bran layer. Our hexane-free, non-GMO, Prop 65 compliant, Gamma Oryzanol-rich whole grain Oryzatein powder is available with many options.

This article, of course, never mentioned any brand name or importer name associated with brown rice protein. It merely stated the fact that brown rice protein is typically extracted with hexane, which is true. I know this from several sources, including sources in Asia who confirm that brown rice protein is being extracted with hexane by some manufacturers in China. For the purposes of clarification, the conventional brown rice protein imported into the USA by one particular manufacturer is not extracted with hexane, according to their documents. It is, however, still grown in China and processed in China. If I were to consume anything grown in China, I would make sure it was certified organic and lab tested to reveal levels of aluminum, cadmium, arsenic, mercury and lead. This is true across the board for all food products from China, not just brown rice protein.

What the industry really needs right now is a U.S. manufacturer of brown rice protein, for which a multi-million dollar market already exists.

Hexane is a highly explosive chemical. It is not only extremely hazardous to the environment; there may also be trace amounts of hexane left remaining in the resulting protein products. My understanding is that hexane extraction is not allowed in certified organic proteins, so if you have a choice, go for certified organic instead of just "natural" (which means nothing anyway).

#4) High levels of Aluminum in detox products

Natural News helped expose high aluminum levels (over 1200ppm) in a popular detox liquid, causing the main U.S. distributor to issue a "recall" notice and provide over $1 million in refunds to customers.

The manufacturer of this product, Adya Clarity, intentionally and knowingly deceived consumers by mislabeling the product and not mentioning the 1200ppm of aluminum it contained. The FDA seized some of the products and ran its own lab tests, confirming the high aluminum level as well as identifying multiple labeling violations.

Adya Clarity is just one of many so-called "detox" products containing alarming levels of aluminum and other metals. Ingesting these in order to "detox" your body may be harmful to your health. This experience also proves you can't always trust health products sold through online webinars, where manufacturers can ignore labeling laws and fabricate false claims. Buyer beware when it comes to metals in detox products that claim seemingly magical results.

#5) Lead and arsenic in herbs from China

China is the most polluted nation on the planet (by far), yet many fruits, vegetables and herbs are grown in China and exported to North America for use in natural products.

High levels of lead and arsenic are routinely found in various food, supplement and herbal products from China. I'm not concerned about 1ppm or lower, by the way, of heavy metals like lead and mercury. Even aluminum isn't necessarily a problem when found organically grown inside foods that test at higher levels such as 150ppm. But when lead, arsenic, mercury and cadmium get to high saturation levels (or are present in inorganic forms), it makes the products potentially a source of heavy metals poisoning for consumers.

Astonishingly, many of the small and medium-sized companies that import and retail products from China conduct no metals testing whatsoever. I know this as a fact because I've talked to people doing this.

For the record, everything packed under my own brand name (Health Ranger Select) and sold at the Natural News Store is independently tested by us to ensure full product safety and regulatory compliance.

#6) Inorganic minerals in cheap vitamins

Would you eat iron filings and call it nutrition? The majority of people don't know that most of the cheap vitamins sold today are made with iron filings. "Scrap metal," almost.

The calcium found in cheap vitamins is often just ground-up seashells, and magnesium is often sold as cheap magnesium oxide which may be completely useless to your body's cells. If you're buying mineral supplements, you may be wasting your money unless the minerals are in the right form: Magnesium orotate or malate, for example.

When it comes to mineral supplements, you'll often find trace levels of scary things like barium and lead in liquid supplements, but these are typically at such low levels (ppb) that they are no real concern. But the No. 1 best source for all minerals is, not surprisingly, fresh plants. If you really want to boost your minerals, feed 'em to sprouts or garden plants, then eat or juice those plants. Your body wants "organic" minerals from plants, not inorganic minerals from rocks.

#7) Carrageenan?

The Cornucopia Institute, a highly-effective food activism group that we've long supported, recently published a warning about carrageenan in foods. Cornucopia says carrageenan is linked to "gastrointestinal inflammation, including higher rates of colon cancer, in laboratory animals."

It goes on to report:

Given its effect on gastrointestinal inflammation, Cornucopia urges anyone suffering from gastrointestinal symptoms (irritable bowel syndrome/IBS, spastic colon, inflammatory bowel disease, chronic diarrhea, etc.) to consider completely eliminating carrageenan from the diet to determine if carrageenan was a factor in causing the symptoms.

Personally, I have never had any problem with carrageenan, and given that it's derived from seaweed, I also didn't mind the source.  And I've never had a problem with it whatsoever. So from my personal experience, I don't see carrageenan as a worrisome ingredient, but I do understand that some people experience it differently, and it may be troublesome for people whose digestive systems are more sensitive than my own.

For the record, I definitely don't consider carrageenan to be anywhere near as worrisome as, say, aspartame, GMOs or MSG.

#8) Acrylamides

Acrylamides are cancer-causing chemicals produced during the cooking of carbohydrates. Fried snack chips, for example, contain acrylamides. They don't have to be listed on labels because they are technically not "ingredients." They are chemicals produced during cooking or frying. Consuming acrylamides increases kidney cancer risk by 59 percent.

The FDA has published an extensive reference guide on acrylamide levels in foods, revealing that french fries have the highest levels of all. But they are also present in prune juice and even breakfast cereals.

A bag of organic snack chips can have just as many acrylamides as a bag of conventional snack chips. This is why fried snack chips should be eaten only sparingly, or never at all. I'm guilty of eating some of these chips myself from time to time, but I limit the quantity and make sure I'm taking chlorella or other superfoods at the same time to counteract the acrylamides.

Interestingly, it turns out that vitamin C blocks acrylamides from causing damage to your body. But if your vitamin C is from a GMO source (see above), you may want to rethink that strategy. Natural citrus juice, rose hips or even camu camu berry powder is a much better choice of natural, full-spectrum vitamin C.

If you eat fried foods of any kind, make sure you ingest a lot of vitamin C, astaxanthin and chlorella before and after your meal or snack.

#9) Hidden MSG / yeast extract

Hidden MSG is a huge issue across the natural products industry. Pick up almost any veggie burger, and you'll find it's made with yeast extract, a hidden form of MSG (monosodium glutamate).

Yeast extract is unbelievably prevalent in the food industry because it looks nicer on the label than "MSG." Most people are trained to avoid MSG, but yeast extract slips by, so food manufacturers put it into canned soups, dip mixes, snack chips, microwave dinners and especially in vegetarian products, many of which are so loaded with chemicals and additives that I won't dare touch them. Just because a food says "vegetarian" doesn't mean it's healthy.

Hidden MSG is also labeled as "autolyzed yeast extract" or "torula yeast" or even "hydrolyzed vegetable protein."

#10) Fluoride in green tea

Green tea is famous for being contaminated with high levels of fluoride. This is frustrating, because green tea is phenomenally good for your health. It has been proven to lower "bad" cholesterol levels, and it may even help prevent cancer and neurological disorders. It's probably one of the healthiest beverages you can ever drink.

The tea plant that produces green tea just happens to uptake a huge amount of fluoride from the soils. So when there's fluoride present in those soils, the green tea will have a surprisingly high concentration, sometimes as much as 25ppm.

An interesting article on this issue is found at Toxipedia.org:
http://toxipedia.org/display/toxipedia/Fluoride+Content+in+Tea

While this fluoride in green tea might not be a health hazard all by itself, the governments of the world seem insistent on pumping even more synthetic, chemical fluoride into the water supplies, thereby creating a high risk for fluorosis. Adding green tea to the fluoride consumption you might experience from tap water is a recipe for disaster: brittle bones, discoloration of teeth and even cancer.

The final "dirty little secret" of the natural products industry

Finally, there's one more secret you need to know about. Most importers, packers, vendors and retailers of natural products foolishly trust the lab results provided by the manufacturers and exporters!

So a typical U.S. company that sells, for example, pomegranate powder on the internet may never conduct their own tests for lead, mercury, cadmium, arsenic and aluminum. They will simply take the lab tests provided by the manufacturer and consider those to be absolute fact!

This is extraordinarily foolish. Growers and exporters routinely lie about their lab tests in order to pull the wool over the eyes of importers, formulators and retailers. The lab tests are easily faked or simply bought off in their home country. Contaminated products can be easily sold and exported because the FDA doesn't routinely check imported raw materials for heavy metals contamination.

On the good news side, I do know for a fact that all the higher-end retailers such as Solgar, Nutraceutical and Country Life all routinely test their raw materials for contaminants. I'm pretty sure Gaia herbs (www.GaiaHerbs.com) routinely tests all their batches, and I know that VitaCost, before it changed hands a few years ago, was running their own lab to test raw materials on-site (for their in-house formulations). But I also know smaller retailers absolutely do not test anything and are far more interested in moving boxes than knowing what's really in them. I also know that some operations are claiming to sell "organic" products even though they do not have any kind of organic certification, and that's an irresponsible practice that should be rectified. (Look for the USDA organic logo when you buy "organic" products. If they don't have the logo, they aren't really organic.)

So once again, buyer beware. You need to be asking for lab test results on anything from China, and it's good to ask for them on just about everything else as well.

AMV

Article written by Mike Adams,
Sources:  NaturalNews.com

                National Nutritional Foods Association (NNFA)

                The Real Vitamin & Mineral Book

                The Health Ranger (Mike Adams)

*Health Disclaimer: This information is not presented by a medical practitioner and is for educational and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment. 

ECZEMA CURES FROM “GOOD BUGS”?

 

Q.    Are there any natural cures for eczema?

Ross E.

A.  Skin disorders such as eczema are some of the toughest to deal with either naturally or allopathically (standard medicines).  The primary reason being, there can be so many variables causing the disorder.  Eczema for instance can be caused by anything from a genetic predisposition or all the way to a medication side effect…with many variables in between.  However there are some well documented “natural” applications which may help and even cure stubborn cases of eczema.

1.  OMEGA 3, 6, and 9 CAPSULES:  Eczema can be caused be a fatty acid deficiency in your diet.  Fatty acids can reduce inflammation and relieve dryness.  There is evidence showing that these fatty acids may help heal you from eczema.

2.  PROBIOTICS:  AKA good bacteria (or good bugs) have been shown to beat eczema outbreaks in infants.  If your eczema is food allergen based then adding this supplement may be the single most important step to take.

3.  OOLONG TEA:  The National Eczema Association posted a recent study the Shiga Univ. of Medical Science showing that a 10 gm. tea bag dunked in boiling water for 5 min. (one to two cups daily) had a marked difference in 64% of the test group.  The tea bag, after steeping can also be applied topically for even more effectiveness.

There are many more lifestyle modifications such as, mixing coconut oil with pure Vitamin E and applying topically to staying away from all dairy.  Start with suggestions and above all…maintain consistency.  All of the above mentioned products can be found at your local health food store or online retailer.

AMV

*Health Disclaimer: This information is not presented by a medical practitioner and is for educational and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

COFFEE GROUNDS...WE'RE TRASHING THE BEST PART! 
 


Coffee is currently in the crosshairs of a lot of scientists as they have come to realize that coffee, particularly coffee grounds, contains a lot of antioxidants that could be harnessed and placed into supplements. It is estimated that about 20 million tons of coffee grounds are used in a year as millions of people consume many cups of coffee daily. This beverage is said to be very rich in nutrients and even after coffee grounds have been used, they retain a big amount of the nutrients found in coffee. This is why scientists, as reported in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry, are trying to come up with a machine that could help them use coffee grounds in supplements.

Benefits of coffee consumption:
There have been studies that showed that moderate coffee drinking actually has a lot of benefits. In the past, a lot of medical experts say that coffee drinking actually increases a person's chances of suffering from diabetes, ulcers, or any other ailment. One study that was published back in April 2012 in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition confirmed that moderate coffee drinking may actually help reduce a person's risk of developing Diabetes Mellitus TypeII. The more cups a person drinks over time, the more the body is able to fight the onset of this illness.

Other benefits of coffee consumption include decreasing the risk of suffering from Parkinson's disease, Alzheimer's, liver and kidney cancer, heart rhythm problems, and a lot more.

Coffee grounds should not be wasted:
Coffee grounds contain a lot of antioxidants even when they have been used already. This is why a lot of gardeners have stocks on hand because they have seen how their gardens flourish when they have coffee grounds in their soil. It is not surprising that scientists are finding ways for these grounds not to be sent to the garbage bin, but instead, turned into something more beneficial for the body.

Coffee grounds are currently used as mulch, fertilizer, and a lot of other things. If the soil could make use of its goodness, scientists are saying that people could also make use of them. It is not surprising if in the coming years, there are already supplements that make use of the nutrients that are derived from the grounds. There are even chances that people could already get the health benefits from coffee even without having to drink coffee.

Coffee grounds other benefits:
Coffee grounds have other uses too. They make great body scrubs, especially when mixed with olive oil and brown sugar. People see that their skin becomes a lot healthier and gives a natural glow. The hair, if it needs a little boost, could also benefit from a coffee ground scrub.

Sources:
http://www.doctorshealthpress.com
http://www.doctorshealthpress.com
http://newhope360.com

Learn more: http://www.naturalnews.com/039052_coffee_grounds_supplements_antioxidants.html#ixzz2Kk0edSB8

THE WONDER OF THE…RADISH…SERIOUSLY!? 

 

Q.    Since discontinuing hormone therapy 6 years ago I have been experiencing hot flashes and have been looking for an herbal replacement that works.  Upon reading your article about radishes I was wondering, would eating radishes help?  My nephew has ALS.  Would juicing radishes help the phlegm that builds up and causes him to choke?

Pat W.

A.  A few months ago I wrote an article to be published about the largely forgotten…but powerful radish.  The nutritional benefits of the radish seem to have fallen between the cracks…or maybe rolled off of the horsd’oeuvre table.  Either way, the radish is a great finger food or salad ingredient that really packs a nutritional punch.

As mentioned in the article, radishes pungent taste and natural spice can break up excess mucus within our throats and esophagus.  This is especially helpful for those suffering with chronic allergies and sinus infections or in your nephew’s case dealing with the side effects of ALS.  Juicing the radish in a carrot base would be preferable as plain radish juice would most likely be too pungent.

Yes, eating radishes can also help menopausal hot flashes.  In an ironic sort of way, many “heat” producing foods such as cayenne pepper and radishes can actually have a metabolic cooling effect.  Many Far Eastern food beliefs center on a certain foods ability to disperse internal heat.  The radish’s pungent spiciness is a perfect example of a foods internal “heat” causing our own bodies to become cooler.  For other helpful menopausal relief herbs try black cohosh and vitex.  These can be found individually or in combination at your health food store or online retailer.

The above mentioned radish article can be found in its entirety at:

https://www.blogger.com/blogger.g?blogID=7148259311141027949#editor/target=post;postID=3229875907516047821;onPublishedMenu=allposts;onClosedMenu=allposts;postNum=0;src=postname

AMV

*Health Disclaimer: This information is not presented by a medical practitioner and is for educational and informational purposes only. The content is not intended to be a substitute for professional medical advice, diagnosis, or treatment.

  

THE HUMBLE “BUT POWERFUL” RADISH  

My family has owned and operated a chain of natural food stores for many years.  Unlike most small mom and pop health food stores we always gave great importance and priority to our fresh produce departments.  My theory was this; if your produce looks tired and stale…the rest of your store will look the same.  However the opposite is also true; if your produce department looks creative and fresh…the rest of your store will also mirror that image.  The one produce item I always looked for in a well stocked rack of produce greens was bunches of radishes.  These round, bundles of brightly colored orbs always made the produce section visually pop.  What many of us don’t realize is that the humble radish is not only tasty but it is actually a nutritional dynamo.  

Mention of the cruciferous radish fist appears in European litterateur just prior to the Roman conquests.  Radishes are very easy to grow in a variety of soils and climates and therefore have been a favorite of gardeners for centuries.  The radish’s unique combination of crunchiness and mild spice has made it a year round favorite for those trying to spice up a stew, stir fry or salad.  These days we are probably more likely to find a pile of radishes left on the raw veggie tray sitting next to the ranch dipping dressing.  All of the other veggies have been picked through and devoured but there sits the poor, misunderstood pile of radishes.   As a food consuming society we seem to have forgotten the power of the radish.  Here are ten reasons to start eating your radishes:

1.  HIGH NUTRIENT, LOW CALORIE

Radishes bulbs are naturally high in vitamin C, B vitamins, have no fat and extremely low calorie content. Ironically the highest vitamin C and antioxidant content can be found in the leaves and stems.  These first need to be thoroughly cleaned and juiced to extract the nutrients.

 2.  ANTI VIRAL PROPERTIES

With relatively high levels of naturally occurring nutrients, eating your radishes can boost your body’s immune response to ward off certain viral infections.

3.  NATURAL THROAT LOZENGE

The radishes pungent taste and natural spice can break up excess mucus within our throats and esophagus.  This is especially helpful for those suffering with chronic allergies and sinus infections.

4.   METABOLIC COOLING

Many Far Eastern food beliefs center on a certain foods ability to disperse internal heat.  The radish’s pungent spiciness is a perfect example of a foods internal “heat” causing our own bodies to become cooler.

5.  DIGESTIVE AID

Having no fat, natural fiber and internal moisture (water), the radish is an ideal food to push other foods through our digestive track.

6.  ANTI-CANCER

The radish, being in the same cruciferous food group as broccoli, cabbage, brussel sprouts etc. has high naturally occurring levels of known and proven anti-cancer micro-nutrients.

7.  HELPS KIDNEY FUNCTION

The radish is a known diuretic.  That is, your body’s stored fluid waste is more efficiently flushed through the kidney.  This in turn causes you to urinate more frequently flushing the waste out of the kidney.

8.  ANTI INFLAMMATORY

Radishes have very specific set of bioflavonoids (anthocyanins) which have been shown to (among other things) decrease disease causing inflammation throughout our bodies.

9.  HELPS GALLBLADDER AND LIVER

Radishes have been shown to rid the body of excess bilirubin from the blood.  Those of us who like to take the occasional (alcohol) nip would do good to balance it off with a few radishes.

10.  FIGHTS LEUCODERMA & VITILIGO

This is a disorder which causes skin pigment to lighten.  Due to its relatively high antioxidant and anti inflammatory properties, radishes have been used for this skin therapy.

Adding juiced radishes to your morning or afternoon veggie juice pick-me-up is another way to enjoy their benefits.  Radish sprouts carry similar nutrient properties and benefits as the full grown radish.  So, go ahead.  Buy a fresh bunch of radishes and sink your teeth into their succulent and spicy meat.  Enjoy and stay healthy.