touch of harmony...

touch of harmony...

Ayurveda


Green Smoothie: ideal for liquid fasting

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Ingredients:

 

spinach

cucumber

mint

carrot 

apple

papaya

orange

lemon

water

rice milk

 

 

Healing effects of some fruits and vegetables in this juice:

 

Spinach 

blood builder, good for eczema

Cucumber

helpful toward edema and diabetes

Carrot                                        

good for eyes and skin, fights infection, helps with arthritis and osteoporosis

Orange                                                    

strengthen immune and nervous sytems, good for cardiovascular disease, obesity, and varicose veins

Lemon                                                

good for liver and gallbladder, helps with allergies, asthma, cardiovascular disease, and coldsaling effects of some fruits and vegetables in this juice:

Apple    

good for liver and intestines, relieves diarrhea

 

 

NB: I used rice milk by option, to give a different texture, but you can use another kind of milk, water or nothing else than the fruits and vegetables juice.

 

 

To know more about the benefits of fasting... please have a look at the following websites...

 

http://www.paleodiario.com/2014/04/por-que-jejuar-parte-vi-escolhendo-um.html

http://www.allaboutfasting.com/types-of-fasting.html

 


26/04/2014
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Turmeric - the Queen of Spices

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Turmeric, also known as curcuma longa, is a very common herb. Often referred to as the “Queen of Spices,” its main characteristics are a pepper-like aroma, sharp taste and golden color. People across the globe use this herb in their cooking.

It contains a wide range of antioxidant, antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, anticarcinogenic, antimutagenic and anti-inflammatory properties. It is also loaded with many healthy nutrients such as protein, dietary fiber, niacin, Vitamin C, Vitamin E, Vitamin K, sodium, potassium, calcium, copper, iron, magnesium and zinc. Due to all these factors, turmeric is often used to treat a wide variety of health problems.

turmeric health benefits

 

 

 

 

(from http://www.top10homeremedies.com/kitchen-ingredients/10-health-benefits-of-turmeric.html)

 

 

 

 

 

 


13/01/2014
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Turmeric tea

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Ingredients for 1 person:

 

1 teaspoon of turmeric

1 teaspoon of cinnamon

3 gloves

1/2 teaspoon of nutmeg

1/2 teaspoon of cardamom

1 cm fresh ginger

2 cups of water

1/2 teaspoon of honey

 

 

After having boiled the water with all the spices, let it rest for 10 minutes.

Filter the water, add the honey and enjoy!

 

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13/01/2014
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Benefits of pollen seeds

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Bee-gathered pollens are rich in proteins (approximately 40% protein), free amino acids, vitamins, including B-complex, and folic acid. 

Bee pollen is more rich in proteins than any animal source. It contains more amino acids than beef, eggs, or cheese of equal weight. About half of its protein is in the form of free amino acids that are ready to be used directly by the body.

 

1. Energy Enhancer - The carbohydrates, protein and B vitamins can help keep you going all day without fatigue.


2. Skin Soother - Use to treat inflammatory conditions and common skin irritations like psoriasis or eczema. The amino acids and vitamins protect the skin and aid the regeneration of cells. 


3. Respiratory System - Antioxidants that may have an anti-inflammatory effect on the tissues of the lungs, preventing the onset of asthma.

4. Treating Allergies – Pollen reduces the presence of histamine, ameliorating many allergies. Everything from asthma to allergies to sinus problems were cleared, confirming that bee pollen is wonderfully effective against a wide range of respiratory diseases.

5. Digestive System - Enzymes assist your body in getting all the nutrients you need from the food that you eat.

6. Immune System Booster - Pollen is good for the intestinal flora and thereby supports the immune system. It's also rich in antioxidants that protect the cells from the damaging oxidation of free radicals.


7. Treats Addictions – Used holistically for healing addictions and inhibiting cravings by suppressing impulses (weight management).



8. Supports the Cardiovascular System - Bee Pollen contains large amounts of Rutin; an antioxidant bioflavonoid that helps strengthen capillaries, blood vessels, assists with circulatory problems and corrects cholesterol levels. Its potent anti-clotting powers could help prevent heart attack and stroke.

9. Prostate Aid - Men who suffer from benign prostate hyperplasia can find relief by using bee pollen. Bee pollen can help reduce inflammation to stop frequent urges to urinate.



10. Infertility Problems - Bee pollen stimulates and restores ovarian function, therefore may be used to assist in accelerating pregnancy. As well as being a hormonal booster it is also a great aphrodisiac!

 

(http://foodmatters.tv/articles-1/10-amazing-health-benefits-of-bee-pollen)


13/01/2014
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Smoothie

A complete breakfast in a big cup... Liquid food favors the digestion.

 


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Ingredients:

 

1 banana

1 cup of frozen berries

1 yogurt 180 gr (0% fat)

1 little piece of ginger (0.5 cm)

1 teaspoon cinnamon (powder)

3 teaspoons pollen seeds

water (1 yogurt cup)

 

Put all the ingredients together in a blender.

 

Simply delicious...

 

 

 

 


13/01/2014
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