Benefits Of Nectarines

Description

Nectarines in fact are peaches that have a latent gene that compels them to cultivate without the fuzz on the skin. Nectarines were first initiated in china more than 2,000 years ago. Its said that the Spanish brought nectarine to the United States. There are more than 150 different kinds of nectarines that come in two major types clingstone and freestone.( clingstone- the fruit holds to the pit, Freestone- the fruit separates from the pit easily.) The name/word Nectarine descended  from the Greek god Nekter.

Health Benefits of Nectarines

• They are loaded with vitamins, plant nutrients, antioxidants, and minerals.
• Nectarines have a good supply of bioflavinoids and carotenoids which are good in fighting cancer and other illnesses.
• The fiber found in nectarines are beneficial  for colon health and purifying the colon. 
• Nectarines do not carry any fat and are low in calories.
• Nectarines also include a good supply of lutein, vitamin C, and beta-carotene.
• Also they have a effective supply of antioxidants that fight free radicals in the cells.

What Nectarines can help with?

• Lungs
• Colon
• Blood pressure
• Cancer
• Eyes
• Skin
• Cells
• Pregnancy

Ways to use Nectarines

• Can be eaten raw 
• Jelly 
• Jam
• Mixed fruits
• Soup
• Tart
• Crumble
• Pies

Precautions

• Its best if you buy nectarines organic because the skin is so thin it could take in a lot of the chemicals and pesticides which is not good for your health.
• You should not eat the pit of the nectarine as it contains amygdalin which transforms to cyanide. Cyanide is a strong poison and when it is consumed it can make you very ill or can kill you.

Supporting links

• http://www.nutritionforthenaive.com/2009/04/nectarines-with-a-side-of-nostalgia/
• http://www.nutrition-and-you.com/nectarine.html
• http://www.associatedcontent.com/article/707955/the_health_benefits_of_eating_nectarines.html?cat=5
• http://www.naturalfoodbenefits.com/display.asp?CAT=1&ID=70
• http://www.gardeningchannel.com/health-benefits-of-nectarine/
• http://www.livestrong.com/article/408098-what-are-the-health-benefits-of-nectarines/
• http://www.gardeningblog.net/how-to-grow/nectarines
  
  
  
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The Benefits of Mango

Description

•    The mango originated in Southeast Asia where it has been grown for over 4,000 years.
•    Mango trees are evergreens that will grow to 60 feet tall. The mango tree will fruit 4 to 6 years after planting.
•    Mango trees require hot, dry periods to set and produce a good crop.


Health Benefits of Mangos


•    Mango fruit is rich in pre-biotic dietary fiber, vitamins, minerals and poly-phenolic flavonoid antioxidant compounds.

•    Mangoes are perfect to replenish salts, vitamins and energy after physical exercise

•     Fresh mango is a very rich source of potassium. Potassium in an important component of cell and body fluids that helps controlling heart rate and blood pressure.
•    It is also a very good source of vitamin-B6 (pyridoxine), vitamin-C and vitamin-E.

What can Mangos help with?

•    Colon
•    Soft skin
•    Bleeding
•    Burns
•    Dry cough
•    Fever
•    Pregnancy
•    Teeth problems
•    Breast
•    Leukemia
•    prostate
•    cancer

 
How to Use Mangos

•    To enjoy, wash mangoes in cold running water to remove dust and any pesticide residues.(also buying organic Mangos is a great choice)  Mop dry outer surface using soft cloth. The mango fruit should be eaten all alone without any additions to experience its rich flavor.

All information was received from the links below please feel free to review for more information on lemons and limes.  
http://www.nutrition-and-you.com/mango-fruit.html
http://www.disabled-world.com/artman/publish/mangoes.shtml

For more information or private consultation with health and nutrition advice contact:

T.J Brown
President
Sickle Cell Natural Wellness Group Inc.

561 929 4454

Sccantstopme@gmail.com
naturalwellnessmovement.blogspot.com/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/SCNWG/

Health Benefits of Beets

•    What is a beet?  A beet is a plant in the Chenopodiaceae family.  It is best known for being a vegetable known as the beetroot or garden beet. Beets are an ideal organic natural health supplement (Vegetables that are naturally rich in nitrates, such as beets, celery, cabbage, and other leafy green vegetables, offer many health advantages)
Why are beets healthy for you?
•    When consumed beets are transformed into nitrites by the good bacteria in your mouth, and nitrites can expand blood vessels, improving blood supply and oxygen levels.
•    Beets have been found to increase the body`s production of glutathione, glutathione helps the body detoxify cancer-causing poisons.
•    Red Beets have antioxidants that help the body against heart disease, certain cancer and birth defects
•    Bed Beets have folic acid which is good for pregnant women
•    Beet juice is best known as a blood purifier and blood builder that helps in the creation of red blood cells.  Researcher, Mikhail Tombak, Ph.D., says that beet juice improves blood structure and cures diseases of the circulatory system, large intestine, and digestive system.

What can Beets help with?
Headaches
Toothaches
Dysentery
Lumbago
Skin problems
Menstrual problems
Certain Cancers
Digestion
Eliminating constipation
Colon cleansing
Lowering blood pressure
Heart health
Anaemia
Bloodcirculation
Kidney disorder
Eye care and reduction of eye diseases
Liver
Pregnancy health
Respiratory problems
Stroke
How to Use Beets.

Red beets are the ones to get, not the white, yellow, or striped ones. The red pigments are the beneficial substances mentioned above
Eat the whole beet, don't juice it. 
Beets are hard and fibrous. Grate them, slice them thinly, blend them, put them through a food processor, or Pound them in a mortar and pestle. Beet recipes are on the Salad and Soup pages.
Drinking the fresh juice of a beet or two each day is a wonderful preventative health measure, and it may help reverse many problems. For taste, beet juice can be mixed with carrot juice or apple juice


Before you start taking beet roots it is important that you know
•    Beetroot juice is very powerful, don't take too much of it if your body is not yet accustomed to it, it is advised to slowly increased the amount from ½ medium size beet root to 1 whole a week.
•    Beet juice is so powerful that it you may feel dizzy during cleansing, this discomfort is normal as toxins are being eliminated. It is advised to drink plenty of water to help in the elimination of toxin.
•    When you start eating red beets on a regular basis you will notice a red color to your urine or stools, there is nothing to worry as this is just the color from the red beets.
•    Red beet is better when taken raw as heat destroys some of its nutrient content. You can consume it as juice or grate it as an ingredient to your favorite salad and dishes.

All information was received from links below please feel free to review for more information on beets.
http://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/vegetable/health-benefits-of-beet.html
http://naturalwellnessmovement.blogspot.com/
http://hubpages.com/hub/Health_Benefits_of_Red_Beets
http://www.kylea.com/articles/super-foods-index/beets.aspx
http://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/vegetable/health-benefits-of-beet.html

For more information or private consultation with health and nutrition advice contact:

T.J Brown
President
Sickle Cell Natural Wellness Group Inc.

561 929 4454

Sccantstopme@gmail.com
naturalwellnessmovement.blogspot.com/
https://www.facebook.com/groups/SCNWG/


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