PARSLEY.....This Herb Kills Even 86% of Lung Cancer Cells

Have you noticed that nice green garnish on the side of your dish in restaurants? Well, now is the time to start consuming it. Lung cancer is one of the most common causes of death throughout the world. According to American Lung Cancer Association, “lung cancer causes more deaths than the next three most common cancers combined – colon, breast and pancreatic.”

About 75-80% of the lung cancer cases come from a cancer known as non-small cell lung cancer (NSCL).

You probably wonder what does parsley has to do with cancer treatments? Believe it or not, it is more than a garnish for your meals.

The journal Pub Med published a study according to which apigenin can destroy cancer cells up to 86% in vitro, or in a petri dish. Apigening is a substance found in parsley, meaning this herb can be used in the treatment of this deadly disease.

Parsley is not the only gift of nature that contains apigening, but it is still the richest source of this flavonoid. Oranges, celery, onion, oregano, artichoke, coriander, chamomile tea and red wine are also packed with great amounts of apigenin.

Ready for some more surprises? Dried parsley you have been used in cooking has much more apigenin than fresh parsley.

Dried parsley contains about 4.5% of pure apigenin.

In 2005 Chinese scientists conducted a study and found that apigenin inhibits cell proliferation of lung cancer lines. This study also showed that the combination of apigenin and anti-tumor medication is amazingly effective in inhibiting cancer growth in lung, breast, ovarian, pancreatic, prostate and colon cancer.

Modern findings only support what ancient cultures have known for centuries

2000 years ago, parsley was first cultivated in the Mediterranean for medicinal purpose.

It is so powerful in breaking down kidney stones that a government advisory panel in Germany approved it as an agent for prevention and remedy for kidney stones.

Ancient Chinese combined celery, peppermint and parsley to protect vision

Parsley is rich in vitamin K, A, C, B-complex, iron, magnesium, chlorophyll and essential amino acids.

It is a potent antioxidant, meaning it is great for the lungs. Parsley can increase the oxygen intake, enhance antioxidant level in brain, regulate blood pressure and destroy bacteria and fungal infections in the body.

The PubMed study suggested that epidemiological studies, including the one based on parsley, outline the connection between cancer and environmental factors and lifestyle choices. This is a great base for cancer research as a preventive, and bring cancer sufferers their hope back.

Eat parsley as much as you can, improve your health and protect your organism against different ailments and even cancer. Parsley tea is one of the easiest way to include this miraculous herb in your diet. Here is how to make it:

Parsley Tea

Finely chop 14 og parsley root and pour in 200 ml of boiling water.

Let the liquid boil for another 5 minutes. Close the pot and leave it covered for 15 minutes. Strain.

For optimal results, drink three cups of parsley tea per day.

In alternative medicine parsley is appreciated as a powerful diuretic and it is one of the most efficient remedies for kidney stones. Parsley tea also helps in cases of urinary infections.

Always use the root and the leaves of the herb to make a nice cup of tea.

Posted by: Bhupendra Jesrani <jesranibd@yahoo.co.in>

The Nine Best Natural Sources of Iron

Iron is an indispensable element for the functioning of the human body, since it is an essential component of the protein called hemoglobin, which is responsible for transporting oxygen to red blood cells. Therefore, if we don't get enough of this mineral, it is likely that we will feel tired and dizzy, and may even develop anemia.

 Although iron requirements vary by gender and age, the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) recommends a dose of 8 mg per day for men and 18 mg per day for women who are not pregnant or breastfeeding. 

Despite the existence of supplements that can supply us with this mineral, the best way to get your recommended dose of iron is through a healthy and varied diet. This terrific list features 9 best natural sources of this vital mineral.

1. Clams

Clams are one of the best sources of iron found in nature. In fact, an 85 gram portion of canned clams contains no less than 23.8 mg of iron. A great way to add more iron to your diet is using clams for sauces or incorporating them into your pasta or rice dishes.

2. Fortified Cereals

Although cereals are often an excellent source of iron, it is important to know what kind to consume. Certainly, grains that are rich in sugars and artificial flavorings are not a great option when it comes to a healthy diet, so the key is to find a fortified cereal that provides 100% of the daily recommended dose of iron. A one-cup serving of fortified cereal can provide up to 18 mg of this important mineral.

3.  Cooked Oysters

The next time you go to a seafood restaurant, consider asking for a portion of cooked oysters as your main course. Just 85 g of this delicious sea fruit can provide about 10.2 mg of iron. Although raw oysters are also packed with essential nutrients for our body, the cooked version is safer for regular consumption.

4. White beans

While all beans provide iron, white beans contain the largest amount. In fact, just one cup of these beans provides 8mg of iron. If you don't have time to clean and boil them, you can try the canned version, as long as you keep a watchful eye on your sodium intake.

5. Dark Chocolate

If you are a chocolate lover, you now have another reason to be delighted with this dessert. In an 80 g portion of dark chocolate, equivalent to a small bar, you'll find between 7 and 8 mg of iron. Don't forget to look for dark chocolate with a cocoa concentration higher than 60% and, as always, control the size of your portions.

6.Organ meats

 Organ meats are an excellent source of essential nutrients for your health, including iron. Although exact amounts depend on the type of organ and portion size, beef liver, for example, can provide 5mg of iron per 85gr.

7. Soy beans

Soybeans are one of the main sources of protein in vegetarian diets. However, all people, regardless of their food preferences, can benefit from this vegetable. A half-cup serving of soy beans can contribute between 4 and 5mg of iron, so we recommend you use them in salads and other dishes.

8.  Lentils

Besides being related to beans, lentils are another excellent natural source of iron. Half a cup can get you more than 3mg of iron, with the added advantage that you can cook lentils faster than beans. Lentil soup is an especially great way to enjoy this iron booster.

 9. Spinach

Despite being known for its high content of vitamin A, spinach is also an important source of iron: half a cup of spinach contains about 3 mg of it. This vegetable is versatile and can be used to prepare a variety of dishes, from fritters to lasagna, pies and salads.

 How to determine your individual iron requirement:

Knowing the main sources of iron is a good start, because we all need this essential mineral. However, it is also important to understand that each person may have a different iron intake requirement, especially when it comes to people who already have an iron deficiency, or those who tend to develop anemia

Check with your doctor or nutritionist about specific recommendations for iron consumption in the following cases:

If you've recently lost significant amounts of blood.

If you are being treated with anticoagulants.

If you have a history of kidney disease.

 If you have more than 65 years under your belt.

If you have heavy menstrual periods.

 Posted by: Dakiya Dak Laya <daki_1987@outlook.com>

3 Natural Ways to Whiten Teeth at Home- without using harsh chemicals.

Teeth whitening

Whiter teeth, like thick, shiny, hair, is something that many people in our cosmetically driven world desire today. In fact, Americans spend over $1.4 billion dollars in over-the-counter teeth whitening products every year-that’s a good chunk of money just to achieve a different shade of teeth. I’ll be the first to admit that I’ve tried OTC teeth whitener-I even paid to have my dentist do it once. It worked for a bit, but my teeth got so sensitive I couldn’t stand it. I also felt I really didn’t need to be so obsessed with the color of my teeth that I paid a bunch of money for a bunch of who-knows-what that made my teeth hurt, so I started looking into more natural alternatives. With a bit of patience, I think you can naturally restore whiteness to your teeth. They may not get to be scary sear-out-somebodies-corneas –when-you –smile white, but they’ll appear more like you took good care of your pretty pearly whites rather than just bleaching them like crazy.

Why do teeth get yellow?

To figure out how to whiten our teeth, we have to know why they get yellow in the first place. There are several factors that play a part, including genetics, what kind of food and drink you consume, and how well you practice oral hygiene. A tooth is made up of 4 tissues-enamel, which is the strong white covering that protects the tooth, dentin, which supports the enamel and is a hard yellow material that carries nerves, pulp, which is at the center of the tooth and contains blood and lymph vessels, and cementum, which covers the root of the tooth.

The enamel and dentin is what play the biggest role in color. Certain food and drinks will directly stain the enamel, yes, but over time the two biggest culprits are the nasty food and drink that actually break down the enamel, and weakening enamel as we age. As the enamel breaks down, it reveals the yellow dentin underneath. These remedies will focus on whitening teeth that have already lost some white enamel, but it’s also good to keep in mind that doing things to strengthen enamel is just as important so you can keep it from breaking down further. An ounce of prevention is worth a pound of cure (or whitening!)

1. Baking Soda and Lemon Juice Paste

Baking Soda isn’t a shocker here. Sodium bicarbonate (its official name) is mildly abrasive; gently scrubbing away surface stains to return teeth to a whiter shade. It’s also very alkaline (the opposite of acidic) so I would think if you have a very acidic mouth or eat a lot of acidic food, it could help balance out the Ph, which would be useful as acid breaks down enamel-this is strictly speculation on my part. It will also reduce the acidity of the lemon juice, which acts as a natural bleach of sorts. I use a mixture of baking soda and water on some days, and use the lemon juice on others, as I don’t want to overdo it.

You will need…

-Several teaspoons of baking soda

-Enough lemon juice or water to form a paste

-A toothbrush

Directions

Mix several teaspoons of baking soda with enough fresh lemon juice (or water) to make a paste. Wipe your teeth and any extra saliva off of them with a paper towel. Put a good amount of paste onto your toothbrush and apply.

Leave the paste on for 1 minute, then rinse, so as to avoid the acid effecting enamel. If you are using just water you can leave it on for up to 3 minutes.

2. Strawberry, Salt and Baking Soda Scrub

Strawberries are high in Vitamin C, which can help break-down plaque that is causing your teeth to look yellow. It also has an enzyme called malic acid, which may help to remove surface stains. The salt acts as an abrasive portion of the paste, physically scrubbing away stain-causing gunk, and the baking soda is an extra touch that you can choose to leave out if you’d prefer (I just like to add it to anything involving my teeth.)

You will need…

-1-3 large strawberries

-A pinch of seat salt

-1/2 teaspoon of baking soda (optional)

Directions

Mash the berries into a pulp, and add a pinch of sea salt and ½ teaspoon of baking soda, if you’re using it. Wipe any extra saliva off your teeth with a paper towel, and then apply a generous portion of the mixture to a toothbrush and apply. Let the mixture sit for 5 minutes, then rinse. Do this nightly.

3. Coconut Oil Rinse

I know this sounds absolutely mad (I thought it was crazy too when I first read about it) but rinsing your mouth with coconut oil (called ‘oil pulling’) is a unique, old, remedy that people swear by to help whiten teeth. It doesn’t sound like the most pleasant thing in the world, but I actually don’t mind the taste, and I think it does make a difference in the color of your teeth. It won’t make a difference by “bleaching” per say, but lauric acid in coconut oil can rid your teeth of bacteria found in plaque that can make them yellow. It is also supposed to promote gum health, and help keep your breath fresh.

You will need…

-About a tablespoon of coconut oil

Directions

In the morning, before you brush your teeth, scoop out a tablespoon or a little less (depending on the size of your mouth) of coconut oil. You can either soften it, or just put it in your mouth (I usually do the latter, and just let it soften.) Push, swish, and “pull” the oil through and around your teeth for 10-15 minutes, then spit it out, rinse with water, and brush your teeth.

Note: You can use either of the pastes after you have brushed your teeth at night if you prefer.

Are these remedies going to guarantee ridiculously white teeth within a week? 

No. You may start to see a difference, but it won’t be as instant as the commercial products. 

In the end, will your teeth be so white people squint when you open your mouth? 

No. And I like it better that way. I’ve found that since using these my teeth are indeed whiter, my mouth overall feels healthier and it doesn’t look like I bleached the life out of myself. We live in a world where photo-shopped faces (and teeth) and make-up covered celebrities set the standard for how we look, which makes life hard for people who like, well, real people. As a result we seem to forget what’s good for ourselves, and spend a ton of money just to look like the ideal. By going natural here, you can save the money for something else, feel better about yourself, and have a healthier mouth (and health is what, in the end, creates real beauty.)

Teeth Whitening Tips

Routine - Set up a routine using these remedies and stick to it, at all costs, to get the most out of them.

While not “natural” per say, using 3% (I repeat, 3%) hydrogen peroxide as a mouth rinse can whiten your teeth through the process of oxidation. It is an active indigent in many OTC whitening kits, but is often times found in much higher (and expensive) combinations in them.

It’s fairly common knowledge, and difficult in today’s world, but try to avoid dark drinks, such as coke and coffee that stain your teeth.

By Claire Goodall

Claire is a lover of life, the natural world, and wild blueberries. On the weekend you can find her fiddling in the garden, playing with her dogs, and enjoying the great outdoors with her horse. 

NOTE - ALWAYS CHECK WITH YOUR DOCTOR BEFORE STARTING ANYTHING NEW.

Eat This Super Fruit to Kill Joint Pain & Inflammation

If you are among the millions of people suffering from arthritis, gout and/or joint pain, there’s good news relating to one of your favorite summer treats.  Research completed at the Oregon Health & Science University has proven that tart cherries can help to reduce chronic inflammation, which leads to pain.  With the highest anti-inflammatory components of any other food (even higher than blueberries and pomegranates!), cherries are well deserving of their ‘super fruit’ title.  Keep reading to find out more about what this delicious summer fruit can do for you.

Osteoarthritis Relief

Osteoarthritis is the most prevalent form of arthritis, and something that millions of people in the western world suffer from.  Often characterized as ‘wear and tear’ arthritis, it’s a common condition in athletes, as well as people suffering from obesity.

In the study completed in Oregon, researchers asked 20 women, aged between 40 and 70, to drink a juice made from tart cherries twice a day.  The women were asked to do this for three weeks.  At the end of the study, researchers found significant improvements in the levels of inflammation the women were experiencing, with the most dramatic results being seen in the women with the worst osteoarthritis at the beginning of the experiment. Participants also reported an average pain reduction of 20%.

The study’s results are of extra special interest to the sports community, as by drinking a cherry juice mixture, athletes could return to their careers a lot sooner without experiencing any pain.  In addition, the cherry juice also doesn’t come with the side-effects of many over the counter painkillers that are currently used to treat osteoarthritis.

Gout Management

Another study looked at the effects tart cherries had on people suffering from gout, an acutely painful condition that causes pain and swelling in the joints.  The Boston University Medical Center asked 633 participants, who had all suffered from gout, to eat a handful of cherries per day.  The results found that eating at least 10 cherries a day protected people with existing gout from reoccurring attacks.  Further studies have provided similar results, with doctors now saying that they believe cherries to be a long term solution to a painful problem.

How to Enjoy the Benefits

Whilst research is still being done into the extra health benefits that tart cherries have to offer, now is still a good time to take advantage of their anti-inflammatory properties.

If you want to enjoy tart cherries and all the benefits that they have to offer, incorporate one glass of unsweetened juice made from 100% tart cherries into your diet each day.  You can purchase organic tart cherry juice from this page on Amazon.

Or alternatively, a serving of dried tart cherries (available to buy from health shops) daily will help to alleviate joint pain and inflammation.

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2 Easy Steps To Strengthen Your Immune System

Your immune system is undoubtedly one of your most valuable assets, serving as your natural shield against bacteria and viruses.

Have you noticed that some people seem to be “unbreakable”, and rarely ever catch a cold? The reason why is because some of us have a naturally strong immune system. However, even if your natural defense mechanism is not as strong as it should be, there are several things you can do to make sure it works at its fullest potential.

With that in mind, here you will find some of the main reasons why your immune system is down, and what you can do to naturally restore its function!

Step #1 – 

Probiotics – The Secret To A Strong Immune System

Probiotics are live bacteria that live in the gut and counteract the effects of bad bacteria and viruses.

When the levels of probiotics drop under a certain limit, we are left exposed to these viruses and more prone to catching a cold and developing various conditions, such as autoimmune disease or even the leaky gut syndrome, which has been widely linked to low levels of good bacteria.

When the lack of probiotics is to blame for this, the good news is that you can easily reverse these conditions by simply increasing your intake of good, live bacteria.

The leaky gut syndrome is also associated with a wide array of dangerous, long-term diseases, ranging all the way from lupus and diabetes to multiple sclerosis.

When you accidentally destroy the probiotics in your gut (which usually happens after taking antibiotics for an extended period of time), the leaky gut syndrome sets in and microbes, toxins, undigested food and other types of toxins are likely to leak through your intestines.

Probiotics have many different benefits you should be aware of.

Aside from improving the irregular bowel movements and treating the leaky gut syndrome, probiotics also reduce the amount of harmful gastrointestinal microorganisms (the bad bacteria, in other words).

They reduce bloating and other forms of gastrointestinal discomfort and they also increase your resistance to pollen, allergens, viruses and bacteria by simply boosting your immune system.

At the same time, probiotics are also known to protect your DNA structure from oxidative damage induced by free radicals, thus having the same effect as antioxidants.

Step #2 – 

Steer Clear Of Antibiotics Unless Absolutely Necessary

Now that you know how probiotics work and why they are paramount for our overall health, it is important to be aware of the actions that destroy our “probiotic reservoir”, slowly but surely.

Antibiotics are known to be probiotics’ number one enemy. Whenever there is a bacterial infection going on and you are prescribed a strong antibiotic treatment, the antibiotics do not distinguish between the good and the bad bacteria, killing all of them indiscriminately.

In many cases, antibiotics can turn out to be life-saving medications.

But it is important to be fully aware of the collateral damage they cause – and the antibiotic-associated diarrhea is one of the direct results of the antibiotics killing the good bacteria.

Statistically speaking, approximately 30% of those who take antibiotics also develop antibiotic-induced diarrhea, due to the impaired bacterial functioning.

However, it must be said that antibiotics are not the only ones you should watch out for.

If you care about your health and your immune system – tap water is also very rich in chlorine and fluoride, both of which can quickly wipe out the probiotics in your gut.

The Bottom Line

The bottom line is… you need to take two important measures in order to maintain stable levels of probiotics in your digestive system.

The first step is to start consuming foods that are rich in probiotics and that will help you detoxify your intestines and support the function of your immune system (milk yogurt, kefir, kimchi, sauerkraut, apple cider vinegar, kvass or coconut kefir).

The second step is to avoid or at least limit the actions that kill the good bacteria, as mentioned above.

In addition to this, it is also very important to remember that probiotics are living bacteria, therefore they only thrive under certain conditions. This is why it is important to opt for freeze-dried supplements and pills, as opposed to powders that may have little to no effect.

 –source –

Benefits of Honey

It's happening in small, private clinics...

And it's happening in the largest, most respected hospitals in the world...

A rising tide of doctors and health care providers are now urging their patients eat this "life-giving" sugar every single day.

They're not just recommending it to give a "slightly better alternative" to other sweeteners either. They're prescribing it to treat life-threatening diseases, heal chronic conditions, and keep people looking and feeling their very best.

What is this sugar?

If you guessed honey, then you're absolutely right. For we've all heard about how honey is a remarkable substance. We've heard about how it "doesn't go bad". Or about how archaeologists found unspoiled, 2000-year-old honey in an Egyptian tomb.

but what you may not know is

Honey contains a concentrated dose of vitamins, minerals and nutrients that nourish and re-vitalize your body. And it possesses unique antimicrobial properties that help you fight off infections.

Throughout history, honey has been used to treat...

Coughs

Wounds

Indigestion

Skin infections

Fatigue

Flu's

Burns

And more!

For example, honey was the most popular ancient Egyptian healing remedy (and was mentioned over 500 times in 900 remedies.)

Hippocrates (the father of modern medicine) used honey as a treatment for pain, dehydration, and fever. And this isn't just some "folk remedy" discredited by modern science either. Researchers (in thousands of peer-reviewed papers) continue to uncover just how healing honey can be.

In fact...

I personally prescribe this healing super food. This often surprises people though.

I still remember how one patient, Rachel, just stood there, staring at me with her mouth open.

"Hold on. Let me get this straight." she said. "Did I really just hear my doctor tell me to give my seven-year-old son honey?!?"

I nodded. "Just a spoonful before he goes to bed. The cough will clear up in no time."

Her son, Kevin, had just recovered from the flu. And while the fever and nausea had faded, his cough hadn't.

Overcome by a fit of coughing every five minutes, he couldn't sleep at night (which made him cranky and miserable all day.)

Rachel was at her wit's end. The sleepless nights left her exhausted. And she'd done everything she could think of to help her son... Lots of water... Cough syrup... Even antibiotics.

And here I was, a physician, prescribing something you'd normally drizzle over oatmeal or spread on toast.

Truth be told though, I could sympathize with her skepticism. For when I first heard about honey's life-giving properties...

I Didn't Believe the Science

See, I'm a naturopathic physician. What that means is that I treat real patients for real illnesses. I'm responsible for helping them get better.

I don't take that responsibility lightly.

That makes me a fierce skeptic when it comes to "miracle cures". If you're going to trust me as their doctor, I intend full-well to repay that trust and prescribe treatments that will work.

I demand to see peer-reviewed studies.

I go out of my way to talk to leading doctors and health experts.

In fact, my strict standards for evidence are a key reason why I have the respect of not just the alternative health world, but the traditional western medical community as well.

Take, for example, the endorsement of Yale University (a leading, Ivy League medical institution.) I teach classes there. And I help them develop their curriculum.

In addition, I am also...  Dr. Joshua a doctor for doctors. Many of my current patients are doctors and nurses.

After seeing the results I get for their patients (I tend to get referred "problem" cases that traditional medicine can't solve), doctors often come to me and say, "Whatever you did to that guy, I want you to do it to me too."

All this is to say...

I'm very serious when it comes to medicine.

And when I first heard the claims people were making about honey's healing abilities, I was rightly skeptical.

After all...

Aren't sweets bad for you. We've all heard about how sugar causes obesity, diabetes, and a bunch of other chronic diseases. Sugar in spoon....

We've also heard how it costs the United States over $150 billion dollars each year in medical expenses.

Or how leading health figures like the Dutch health minister, Paul Van der Velpen, proclaim sugar to be worse than alcohol, tobacco, and cocaine combined.

It's all true.....

Sugar can be extremely hazardous to your health.

But this depends on two critical factors...

1. How much sugar you consume.

2. What kind of sugar you eat.

Your body needs sugar to survive. Consumed in moderation, sugar is a helpful source of energy. That is... provided you get it from the right sources.

We humans evolved to get our sugar by eating whole foods like fruits, vegetables, and yes, even honey. Your body knows how to extract the maximum benefit from these whole foods.

Honey, in particular, has three critical healing effects... First, honey supports your immune system and fights off harmful bacteria.

As you know, your body is under constant assault by numerous viruses and bacteria that threaten to tire you out, make you sick, and even kill you.

Fighting off this threat is key to staying healthy.

One of the vital components in honey is an enzyme called glucose oxidase. This enzyme, when exposed to oxygen, produces hydrogen peroxide -- a strong acid that dissolves the cell walls of bacteria. (Most human cells have thicker cell walls and can resist the low amounts of acid honey produces.)

This makes honey a powerful tool for fighting skin infections, healing wounds, and otherwise supporting your immune system. (And its why honey is able to last for so long in your cupboard without going bad.)

Second, it supplies the "building blocks" for healthy cells.

In addition to giving you sugars, honey equips your body with a complex array of proteins, enzymes, minerals, vitamins, antioxidants, and other nutrients. The second these nutrients hit your body, they go to work...

Tuning up your heart, lungs, stomach, brain, eyes, and skin...

Controlling cancer-causing free-radicals and stopping cell damage in its tracks...

Detoxifying your body of harmful pollutants and other toxins.

this is all good news

However, honey still has a very high sugar content (70%-85% depending on the type of honey you get.) And as just about any health official will tell you, sugar is a major cause of obesity, diabetes, and all the other chronic illnesses we see in abundance today.

So shouldn't we avoid honey despite its antimicrobial and nutritional properties?

Well, that brings me to the third healing effect of honey. It turns out...

honey burns differently in your body than other sugar

You've probably experienced just how rapidly most sugar burns in your body -- how it gives you a sudden surge of energy followed shortly by a complete crash.

Yet when you eat honey, you don't get that same "flare effect". Instead you get a slow, even burn of energy -- which you can put to use for things like working, playing sports, or spending time with your family.

That's because all the extra enzymes and nutrients in honey not only help the body rebuild itself -- they also regulate how the body uses the sugar.

It's kind of like the flame on your stove.

Contained and controlled by the burner, valves, and the rest of the stove, you can safely use the fire for cooking.

But take that flame out of context -- by putting it on your living room floor for example -- it can quickly burn out of control and cause all kinds of damage.

In the same way, sugars eaten outside their normal context of whole, complete foods run riot in our bodies -- leaving us exhausted, overweight, and sick.

Unfortunately, as you know...

99 percent of sweeteners are dangerously from real foods

The sugar you find in grocery stores, processed foods, and packaged desserts is made in large scale, industrial refineries using cheap, mass-farmed crops like sugar beets.

Food manufacturers extract the sugary pulp from the rest of the plant.

They strip away all trace of healthy minerals and nutrients.

And they leave you with a hyper-concentrated dose of empty calories that cause all kinds of chaos in your body.

Without the "burn-control" you normally get when you eat sugar that's part of a whole food, the body can't control the fire. And so we end up with...

disease

Heart disease

Weight gain

Chronic fatigue

Weak immune systems

Gut problems

Cancer

And more...

It's not just white sugar either. Many so-called "natural sweeteners" like raw sugar, corn syrup, and agave nectar are all highly refined. One study done at Princeton found these alternatives cause just as much (if not far more) damage to your body than white sugar.

The body just doesn't know how to properly use these concentrated, "unnatural" sugars.

So why do we even bother with these harmful sweeteners in the first place? Why don't we all just use honey?

The short answer: Profit.

15 sings of Poor circulation

1. Numbness in Your Limbs

You’ve almost certainly felt this sensation before – when some part of your body “falls asleep” due to blood flow being cut off. However, if these episodes of numbness happen to you frequently, it may be indicative of a more serious circulation problem.

2. Decreased Cognitive Ability

Just like any other part of your body, your brain needs a healthy supply of blood in order to function properly. When blood circulation becomes sluggish, your mental abilities slow down along with it. If you have difficulty thinking clearly or if you’ve noticed that your memory isn’t as good as it used to be, this may be a sign that you have poor circulation.

3. Loss of Appetite

Another less obvious symptom of a malfunctioning circulatory system is loss of appetite. Your gastrointestinal tract needs blood in order to digest food and transport nutrients from the intestines to the rest of your body. When blood flow slows down, your digestion can easily become impaired. You’ll feel less hungry, but not eating enough means that your metabolism will suffer as well.

4. Unexplained Digestive Problems

Poor circulation in the digestive tract doesn’t just cause loss of appetite. It can hamper your body’s ability to obtain nutrients from food as well. Without adequate blood supply, a lot of the foods that you eat will pass through your system without being digested entirely, leading to nausea, loose bowel movements, or other digestive issues which may be easily misdiagnosed and thus go untreated.

5. Frequent Exhaustion

When your circulatory system slows down, it no longer has the capacity to deliver oxygen, vitamins, and minerals throughout the body as it should. As previously mentioned, this can slow down your metabolism. Without the proper supply of nutrient-filled blood, your whole body will drop into conservation mode – a built-in defense mechanism whereby it saves as much energy as possible until it perceives that the hard time has passed. The result of this conservation of energy is that you’ll feel exhausted on a daily basis, making it very difficult to perform simple day-to-day tasks.

6. Weakened Immune System

The circulatory system is directly responsible for maintaining a healthy immune system. When you have poor circulation, the vitamins and minerals your body needs to fight off infection may not be delivered as quickly or in great enough quantities as they would be via a healthy circulatory system. Additionally, due to the digestive malfunctions which often accompany poor circulation, certain minerals and amino acids which our bodies require in order to synthesize immune-boosting enzymes may be in short supply.

7. Tightening of the Chest

When you have poor circulation, your heart doesn’t get as much blood flow as it normally should. This can cause you to feel tightening or increased pressure in your chest – a symptom known as angina. While the pressure and pain may randomly come and go, this is a sure sign that you circulatory system isn’t functioning as it should.

8. Slackened Libido

Poor circulation can easily lead to problems with the reproductive system, too. In both men and women, reproductive organs need a lot of blood to work properly and when they don’t get it, like everything else they start to shut down. In women, circulatory malfunction may manifest as irregular monthly cycles or fertility problems while men might notice that their bodies suddenly aren’t cooperating in the bedroom. Furthermore, both sexes are likely to experience slackened or complete loss of libido as a result of poor circulation.

9. Cold Extremities

If you have poor circulation, blood has a harder time traveling to the furthest reaches of your body such as your fingers and toes. Because blood also carries heat from your core to your extremities, slow or inadequate blood flow will cause these parts of your body feel much colder than the rest of you.

10. Skin Discoloration

When your hands and feet don’t get adequate amounts of oxygenated blood, you may also notice discoloration of the skin covering these parts of your body. If you see that your extremities have taken on a blue- or purple-ish tone, you can be fairly certain that your circulatory system isn’t functioning as it should.

11. Dark Circles Under the Eyes

While are several other possible causes for the areas under the eyes to become dark and puffy, poor circulation is one of the most common.  To find out if your dark circles are an issue of slow blood flow, try pushing gently against the skin there.  If the area looks lighter when you take your finger away then slowly darkens again after a second or two, the cause is most likely related to circulation.

12. Brittle Hair and Nails

Also due to lack of nutrient-filled blood in your body’s extremities, new growth of hair and nails may become weak and brittle. If you start to notice that your nails chip much more easily or if your hair breaks and falls out more frequently than it used to, poor circulation may be to blame.

13. Swelling of the Feet and Hands

In extreme cases, poor circulation may cause swelling in the hands and feet – a direct result of nutrient imbalances and the body’s inability to keep fluid in the blood vessels where it belongs. When the circulatory system malfunctions, fluid may leech out and settle into surrounding tissues in the extremities, causing them to appear swollen.

14. Leg Ulcers

Another symptom of poor circulation that could easily be attributed to some other cause are the rash-like ulcers which may develop around the ankles and knees. If you begin to see patches of sore, inflamed skin on your legs that won’t go away, it could be a sign that your circulatory system is in jeopardy.

15. Varicose Veins

In addition to ulcers, poor circulation can cause the veins just under the surface of the skin on your legs to become swollen, twisted, and very visible. These blue and purple blemishes are known as varicose veins and in addition to being somewhat unsightly, they can also become itchy or even painful.

While taking steps to improve your circulation will help varicose veins to disappear over time, there are a couple of quick-fix (albeit temporary) solutions for this problem such as wearing compression stockings (also known as circulation socks.)

Alternately, an incredibly effective and inexpensive natural remedy for reducing the size and severity of varicose veins is through the regular use of Witch Hazel! 

Are You Experiencing Some Of These Warning Signs?

If so, the absolute first thing you should do is visit your doctor and get proper medical advice.