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Creating a list of raw foods for cancer patients should consist of foods that fight cancer. Raw food diet means eating leafy greens, colorful veggies and fruits that are consumed raw or at low temperature using a dehydrator. It should helps in the transition you are about to make. When you first start out on a raw food diet.

It may take some time and be challenging to transform completely to a raw food diet. The body must adjust to eating foods that energizes. The good news is that you are on your way to a healthier eating lifestyle that rejuvenate the cells.

Raw food recipes taste so good that you may never want to eat cooked foods. To help you get started, here are a list of raw foods that are recommended. You can make delicious smoothies, burrito , taco, salad, ice cream, soup, mousse, and more. Please select and eat only "organic and support your local farm". Conventional produce have treated chemicals that are undesirable to cancer patients.

Vegetables:

romaine salad, broccoli, asparagus, kale, chard, spinach ,, tomatoes, bell peppers, zucchini, beets, garlic, ginger, onions, cauliflower. tomatoes, avocados

Fruits:

apple, mangoes, bananas, kiwi, oranges, grapefruit ,, grapes, pineapples, papaya, pears, lemons, limes, coconuts, cherries, dates, currants

Nuts:

Brazil nuts, walnuts, almonds, sunflower seeds, flax seeds, cashews, pumpkin seeds

Grains

buckwheat groats, quinoa , millet, brown rice, oats

Oil and Vinegar:

flaxseed oil, olive oil, hemp oil, apple cider vinegar

Sea Plants:

kelp, nori

Sweeteners:

raw honey, Stevia, agave nectar, brown rice syrup, maple syrup, molasses

Others

cocoa powder, cacao , coconut flakes, coconut milk, coconut fat

Sprouting grains and seeds are beneficial, because foods are eaten with live enzymes and nutrients. You can sprout your own grains such as oats, wheat berry, or buckwheat groats and make crackers, taco, and burrito skin, and more.

Preparing meals with the list of raw foods are simply delicious. Home made ice cream, sushi, chocolate cream cake, mousse, tacos, lasagna …. just to name a few taste better than conventional foods. It is filling, healthy, full of fiber, and helps the body build up the immune system naturally.

Many health related illness can be cured and there are testimonials from people who have regained their health. Just by changing the diet and making delicious recipes make you wonder why do people still cook.

The article is written for educational purpose only. If you are concerned about your health and diet, please consult a doctor who specializes in alternative or holistic treatment.

Source by Anna W

Hair growth patterns in humans depend upon the interaction of natural cycles of hair growth and hair loss. The hair growth cycles follow a structured process that has 3 phases. These 3 phases are – anagen (the growth phase), catagen (the transitional phase) and telogen (The resting Phase). The hair is actively growing only in the anagen phase where it increases in length by about 1 cm in every 28 days. Hair loss occurs when the hair is in the resting phase. Most hairs in the resting phase lie in the skin separated from the dermal papilla at its base. Since the hair is not held tightly at its root, it is prone to shedding at any point.

The entire hair growth cycle is under the influence of hormones and their metabolic products. Dihydrotestosterone is the most important metabolite that plays the major role in retarding the hair growth and affecting hair loss. Accumulation of DHT (dihydrotestosterone) within the hair follicle is considered to be the main cause of hair loss.

The DHT mediates the hair loss through its direct action on the androgenic receptors in human scalp tissue. It interrupts the normal physiologic environment and function of the hair follicles. Faster hair growth in both men and women is possible if action of DHT is blocked.

The organic extracts of some of the herbal formulations act at the level of the androgenic receptors of the scalp. These extracts contain substances which directly compete with DHT with its action. They act as a natural androgenic blocker by inhibiting the active binding of DHT to the hair follicle receptors. When this binding is inhibited the amount of follicle damage is automatically reverted and follicles respond by affecting quick hair growth.

There are many natural herbs which have known to act as DHT antagonists. The use of herbs and herbal products has become broadly accepted in the contemporary culture for their unique potential to induce rapid hair growth.

Women have increased hair loss after the menopause. That is also because of increased production of DHT. Herbal supplements and herbal formulas used in hair growth products induce a quick hair growth in women.

The herbal hair growth supplements have found widespread acceptance as remedies for inducing faster hair growth. There are many good reasons to consider herbal hair growth supplements as the best form of treatment for hair related problems. The best reason may be the fact that herbs and herbal products have shown to provide quick hair growth benefits while maintaining a remarkable safety profile.

Equal parts of wild yam root, licorice, motherwort, black cohosh, chamomile, valerian root and skullcap can be taken as safe herbal supplements for hair loss due to loss of estrogen production. Estrogen is known to offer protection over the deleterious affects of DHT. All these herbs are known to simulate estrogen in women to result in rapid hair growth.

Dong Quai with other herbs if taken as herbal tea can serve as a special medication for faster hair growth in females. The medication is quite effective for maintaining the hair growth potential by regulating female hormone and hair growth cycles in pre-menstrual women.

Source by James Briaan

The AKC provides us annually with national/major city registration statistics regarding the rankings by dog breed. According to their mission statement, the club is dedicated to the “study, breeding, exhibiting, running and maintenance of purebred dogs.” Their registry maintenance and data collection is an important contribution to the study of the purebred in America.

Their most recent report (2011) has both familiar outcomes and interesting trends.

As could be predicted, the Labrador retriever once again is ranked the top breed in the country. The breed has occupied this heralded position for 21 years. This is an incredible accomplishment and a credit to the merits of the breed itself. The family favorite is smart, beautiful, loyal and a wonderful companion. You can expect that the Lab most probably will continue to oversee all remaining breeds from this lofty perch for some time to come. Although impressive, the Lab must remain in the first spot for one more year to tie the record holder for this position with 22 years. The owner of this distinction is the Poodle of course.

The German Shepherd, another beloved breed has maintained the #2 position for the past two years suggesting that it may be laying claim to its ownership of this number. Bred for their intelligence, the German Shepherd is loyal and generally bonds quickly to whomever it determines to be the alpha in the home. A popular breed to be sure.

The remaining breeds ranked in the top 10 according to the 2011 registration statistics are:

• #3. Beagles
• #4. Golden Retrievers
• #5. Yorkshire Terriers
• #6. Bulldogs
• #7. Boxers
• #8. Poodles
• #9. Dachshunds
• #10. Rottweilers

The rankings for breeds that we have recently highlighted via articles here follow:

• #29. English Springer Spaniel
• #34. Bernese Mountain Dog
• #39. Bichons Frises
• #52. Soft Coated Wheaton Terrier

Of particular note from our highlighted list is the significant change in registrations for the Bernese Mountain Dog. This breed moved up to #34 from #54, indicative of the positive trend upward in popularity of larger dogs, also evidenced by the considerable movement of the Greater Swiss Mountain Dog from #101 to #82. This is further emphasized by the fact that of the top 10 breeds 6 are classified as large dogs.

This is somewhat surprising for a number of reasons. On the surface, larger dogs simply cost more to own. Depending on the quality of food you purchase, the monthly bill could range from $20 to $60 or more.

[By the way, please purchase the best, healthiest food you can afford. It truly makes an immediate difference. We owe it to our pets to feed them the best.]

Additionally, there are the costs associated with chew tools and trust me these are much cheaper than a new leg on the dining room table. Basically the bigger the dog, the bigger the chew tools or any toy for that matter. Even costs associated with Vet visits and medicines can reflect the size of your dog. But, based on these statistics, owners are opting to sidestep the cost issues and prefer to take advantage of the many benefits associated with larger dogs.

When we look at the numbers by major city, we see some very interesting, even surprising information.

In Boston, the Boston Terrier did not make the top ten. The wonderful residents of Boston did show their preference for smaller dogs though.

In Atlanta, dog lovers elevated the Cavalier King Charles Spaniel five spots to rank #4 in their local top ten list. This is somewhat surprising since this breed ranked #21 nationally. Nice going Atlanta!

In Honolulu, they dislodged the perennial favorite, the Lab with, of all breeds, the Chihuahua. There is obviously a different drummer at work on this beautiful island.

New York City also broke the first place trend by placing the Yorkshire Terrier in #1. This makes sense really, since the Yorkshire is easy to manage, portable and very resilient, a trait in great demand in NYC for both dogs and owners.

Beyond also ranking the Yorkshire #1, Tampa had the distinction of having both the #4 and #5 spots end in ties. At #4 is the Dachshund/Golden Retriever. At #5 we find the Bulldog/Chihuahua competing for the same spot. My money is on the Bulldog!

Well there you have it. A quick look at breeds based on their popularity. Where does your special friend rank on the list, not that it matters to any owner I know. We have found that ranking high on a national popularity list could have mixed blessings for the breed though; fodder for a future article no doubt.

Source by Gryphon B

Seizures and omega 3 are closely related to each other because omega 3 fats are known to act as a treatment for seizures. Before we go into the detail of how they seizures and omega 3 fats are related, it's important to know what seizures are, how they are caused and what treatments are available for their cure.

Seizures are a condition in which the brain starts discharging abnormal electrical charges. Children, both boys and girls, are most likely to become victims of this disease. Epilepsy is the name given to recurrent seizure disorder.

Since this condition is related to the brain, it is a general opinion shared by doctors all over the world that it might be caused due to DHA deficiency in the body. DHA is an essential fatty acid and is required for proper development of the baby's brain and it also controls nerve transmission and other brain functions.

A seizure occurs when the neurons in brain start uncoordinated electrical discharges. Doctors recommend eating fish to prevent this condition and many other similar psychological illnesses. Fish contains large amounts of DHA and another omega 3 fatty acid EPA. Both these fats are required for the prevention of many diseases.

Seizures and omega 3 fats are connected by the fact that these fats provide relief in this condition. There are many other health benefits of omega 3 fats and therefore they are highly recommended by doctors all over the world.

The best known sources of omega 3 fats, particularly DHA are fish oil supplements available on the market. These supplements do not cause any side effects and are good for people of all ages. Liquid fish oil can also be consumed which is equally effective. These supplements prevent depression, anxiety, memory loss, and Alzheimer's disease.

Mothers need to intake a lot of omega 3 fats to ensure that their babies receive adequate amounts of these fats for the development of a healthy brain. Complications start occurring if babies fail to receive good amounts of these fats and other important nutrients from their mother's milk and infant nutrition formulas.

Hyperactivity which has become a common condition among growing children is also somehow linked with DHA deficiency in the body. To prevent and avoid these complications fish and fish oil products should be consumed on a regular basis. Other sources like flax seed oil, hemp oil, soybeans, walnuts and tofu are also helpful.

Source by John Collins

This post pertains to the best source for Antarctic krill oil and Omega 3, since essential fatty acids are such an important topic. Your body needs these “essential fats”, that is why they are “essential”, and this fact is undisputed.

Your body doesn’t make them, so you have to consume them from the outside.

Basically there are 2 types of Omega 3 fats, 1 from plants and 1 from animals.

The Omega 3 fats from plants has a fat called “ALA”. Eating flax seeds, hemp seeds, cheese seeds, and others, are the best way to get the essential fats into your body.. Ideally, you want to get them fresh from the whole seed. Your best bet is to grind the seeds fresh, like flax seeds, before consuming them.

Put them into a miracle whey protein shake with some raw eggs.

Processed oil is the other way of consuming these fats.. When choosing this method, you must be really careful to get the oil from a reliable source. The large amount of double bonds in the Omega 3 molecule creates considerable challenges.. Oxidation damage threatens the double bonds in the molecules.. As a result of this oxidation, when they are exposed to air, they become rancid, and then they are not going to perform the function they need to give you and your family the health you deserve. So that is the reason why you need to get them fresh.

We all need plant based Omega 3, the problem is that most experts are recommending that we can get and meet ALL of our Omega 3 fatty needs from plants. Your need for Omega 3 cannot be all met through plants, this topic is very debatable, so your own research is advised..

Your own analysis and research should comprise your decision and not some “expert’s” opinion..

Source by Erik Loebl