Gaia: Holistic Health & Nutrition

Re: Brown rice and black beans, bellpeppers, avocado and topped s

http://loilaing.gaia.com — Sun, 26 Aug 2007 21:52:02 GMT

Thanks Nick,

This sounds really delicious!

Brown rice and black beans, bellpeppers, avocado and topped salsa

http://foodmagnetism.gaia.com — Fri, 24 Aug 2007 16:33:28 GMT

This one is easy and delicious:

Cook up a pot of brown rice ( 1 cup dry rice )

Once cooked add a couple of cans of black beans (drained and rinsed)

Slice up an avocado and red bellpepper and mix together

Top with your favorite salsa

Makes 4-5 servings

Nick Smith
The Magnetic Dietician

Juicing with my Vitamix/Favorite Recipes

http://nourishingdragon.gaia.com — Thu, 25 Jan 2007 18:00:53 GMT

I love to juice! And I love getting the most bang for my buck. I got a vitamix because I heard that it was the only juicer that you could keep all the pulp/seeds/etc in when you juice greens and oranges and apples, and anything really.

You can make soups with it, and ice cream (frozen bananas and strawberries with a little water), and so much more.

My favorite juice is simple:

16 oz water
4 leaves bok choy
1 apple
2 strawberries

and mix! I also put in some maca or cacao, or other things in sometimes.

Whats your favorite recipe?

Re: Soy - Good or Bad?

http://art-g.gaia.com — Wed, 20 Sep 2006 16:25:34 GMT

Thanks, Dree. I'm trying to learn all I can about how best to eat, but there's so much conflicting info out there. I guess I need to make slow, gradual changes and see how my body and mind react to them. Good advice on not being out of balance.

What's your take on soy milk vs. rice milk?

Re: Soy - Good or Bad?

http://littledree.gaia.com — Fri, 15 Sep 2006 17:29:23 GMT

There's so much said about it - it's hard to know 'the truth about soy'.

Like with everything I feel a major thing is, like with anything you eat, don't go over the top/disbalanced about it.

Try to use the least processed soy products; tempey, tofu, etc. instead of 'fake meat' etc.

And whatever you do, make sure you use NON GMO soy products!!!

Soy - Good or Bad?

http://art-g.gaia.com — Thu, 14 Sep 2006 15:07:23 GMT

I would like to throw out the topic of soy to everyone. I have heard people such as Dr. Andrew Weill mention soy quite often when recommending dairy and meat protein replacements in diet. However, my friend just went to a holistic nutritionist who recommended rice milk over soy mild, saying that soy releases toxins into the system.

I'm curious to know your personal experiences with soy, and recommendations you have heard or subcribe to around it.

Detox with Natural Cellular Defense

http://folkmaiden.gaia.com — Tue, 08 Aug 2006 16:43:38 GMT

If anyone is interested in cleansing heavy metals, and toxins out of there body , safely and easily... you should really think about taking "Natural Cellular Defense". It is changing people's lives... including mine. If we are serious about being seeds for the future.... we should consider protecting ourself from the polluted environment that is becoming more toxic everyday. I know some of us eat organic, some of us vegetarian, some of us raw foods... but still we are being exposed. Diseases of all sorts are on the rise... it is an epidemic. Health professionals believe that 95% of all diseases are caused by toxins. Last year, over a million people in Asia died from pollution. "Natural Cellular Defense" is possilbly the biggest breakthrough in health of our time. Mother nature's powerful cleansing agent which is created when lava and ash hit the ocean. What a beautiful gift! And what a poetic process.

Spiritual Nutrition

http://networkderforahigherpurpose.gaia.com — Sun, 06 Aug 2006 22:53:01 GMT

MEDITATE AND LEARN SPIRITUAL NUTRITION WITH GABRIEL!

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Talk, Q&A, Shaktipat Meditation, and Booksigning with Rebbe Gabriel Cousens, M.D., M.D.(H)

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FRIDAY, AUGUST 11

Ecstatic Essene-Mystical Kabbalat Shabbat
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Shaktipat Meditation, Elemental Ritual, Ecstatic Devotional Chanting and Dancing
FRIDAY, August 11, 7:30 PM (candlelighting before sundown)
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Reversing Diabetes Naturally: Raw For 30 Days

http://networkderforahigherpurpose.gaia.com — Sun, 06 Aug 2006 22:51:20 GMT

Greetings Friends,

Share the wisdom, sisters and brothers...

have you enjoyed the 9-minute trailer at www.rawfor30days.com on Reversing Diabetes Naturally?

In blessing,
Michael Sainjaya

On Food and Healing

http://littledree.gaia.com — Sat, 22 Jul 2006 19:37:57 GMT

Hey guys,

There's a weekly Zaadz discussion going on; people post answers in their blog and put a link to that in the holy memes and kosmic blog starters blog - this week it's about FOOD.

If you feel like it, check out my blog on food, health, healing, links to great books and more!

Just thought I's let you know.....and about that meat discussion....

What’s a Little Prejudice Between Friends?

Click to enlarge!

Re: 20 Super Foods

http://cree.gaia.com — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 18:39:47 GMT

Hi Buffy ~

My favorites at the moment, (they seem to rotate based on what my bod is in need of) are nettle, dandelion, lamb's quarter, and chickweed!

Yumm!

I'm getting hungry.

cree.

Re: 20 Super Foods

http://loilaing.gaia.com — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 14:37:40 GMT

Wow Cree! Thank you for posting this wonderful information on greens. Very informative! Which are your favorite greens?

20 Super Foods

http://cree.gaia.com — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 04:48:08 GMT

20 Super Foods

Here are some interesting facts about 20 super foods. These high nutrient foods not only nourish and protect - they taste great too!

Asparagus Asparagus is high in glutathione, an important anticarcinogen It also contains rutin, which protects small blood vessels from rupturing and may protect against radiation Asparagus is a good source of vitamins A, C and E, B-complex vitamins, potassium and zinc.

Avocado Avocados are rich in monounsaturated fat, which is easily burned for energy. An avocado has more than twice as much potassium as a banana. For a delicious, creamy salad dressing, mix together avocado and fresh carrot juice.

Bananas You don't need to eat bananas for the potassium! (Although it is present in bananas, potassium is the predominant nutrient among most all fruits and vegetables.) Bananas are high in sugar, so they should not be eaten if you have blood sugar problems. Don't eat bananas on an empty stomach; combining them with a bit of protein will help to normalize the insulin response caused by the sugar in the banana. Green-tipped bananas are better for your health than over-ripe bananas.

Beet Greens Beet greens contain notable amounts of calcium, iron, magnesium and phosphorus They also contain vitamins A, B-complex and C

Broccoli Broccoli contains twice the vitamin C of an orange. It has almost as much calcium as whole milk--and the calcium is better absorbed It contains selenium, a mineral that has been found to have anti-cancer and anti-viral properties Broccoli is a modest source of vitamin A and alpha-tocopherol vitamin E. It also has antioxidant properties.

Celery Celery is the best vegetable source of naturally occurring sodium. It is high in potassium. The high water content in celery makes it ideal for vegetable juicing. As an easy way to reduce grains in your diet, spread peanut butter on celery rather than bread.

Cilantro Cilantro may be useful to treat urinary tract infections. Both the leaves and seeds aid digestion, relieve intestinal gas, pain and distention They also treat nausea, soothe inflammation, rheumatic pain, headaches, coughs and mental stress Cilantro is a member of the carrot family.

Chicory Chicory contains inulin, which helps diabetics regulate their blood sugar levels. Chicory is closely related to lettuce and dandelion but is a member of the sunflower family It may be cleansing to the liver and gallbladder Chicory is beneficial for digestion, the circulatory system and the blood Chicory leaves are a good source of calcium, vitamin A and potassium.

Chinese Cabbage Chinese cabbage has anti-inflammatory properties. It is an excellent source of folic acid Chinese cabbage is low in calories and low in sodium It is also high in vitamin A and a good source of potassium.

Dandelion Greens Dandelion is beneficial to digestion and is an antiviral that may be useful in the treatment of AIDS and herpes. It may also be useful in treating jaundice, cirrhosis, edema due to high blood pressure, gout, eczema and acne Dandelion is also used to treat and prevent breast and lung tumors and premenstrual bloating Dandelion greens are high in vitamin A in the form of antioxidant carotenoid and vitamin C They also contain calcium and potassium Dandelion root contains inulin, which lowers blood sugar in diabetics.

Fennel Fennel contains the antioxidant flavonoid quercetin. This herb is anticarcinogenic and can be useful for cancer patients undergoing chemotherapy or radiation Fennel can be useful for indigestion and spasms of the digestive tract It also helps expel phlegm from the lungs.

Kale Kale eases lung congestion and is beneficial to the stomach, liver and immune system. It contains lutein and zeaxanthin, which protect the eyes from macular degeneration It also contains indole-3-carbinol, which may protect against colon cancer Kale is an excellent source of calcium, iron, vitamins A and C, and chlorophyll.

Kohlrabi Kohlrabi, which belongs to the cabbage family, is an excellent source of vitamin C and potassium. It is also high in fiber Kohlrabi helps to stabilize blood sugar and is therefore useful hypoglycemia and diabetes It can also be effective against edema, candida and viral conditions.

Mustard Greens Mustard greens are an excellent anticancer vegetable. They may also be beneficial for colds, arthritis or depression While mustard greens sold in the United States are relatively mild in flavor, some mustard green varieties, especially those in Asia, can be as hot as a jalapeno pepper depending on their mustard oil content.

Onions Onions are an excellent antioxidant, and they contain anti-allergy, antiviral and antihistamine properties. Sulfur compounds in onions help to detoxify the body. Onions aid in cellular repair. Onions are a rich source of quercetin, a potent antioxidant. To obtain the maximum nutritional benefits, onions should be eaten raw or lightly steamed.

Parsley Parsley is useful as a digestive aid It helps to purify the blood and stimulate the bowels. Parsley is an anticarcinogen. It contains three times as much vitamin C as oranges, and twice as much iron as spinach. Parsley contains vitamin A and is a good source of copper and manganese.

Pumpkin Seeds Pumpkin seeds are high in zinc, which is good for the prostate and building the immune system. They also contain fatty acids that kill parasites. Raw pumpkin seeds contain essential fatty acids and beneficial proteins. For maximum nutritional benefits, seeds should be eaten raw. Roasted seeds contain damaged fat that can lead to plaque in the arteries.

Radishes Radishes have antibacterial and anti-fungal properties. They are a member of the cabbage family Radishes contain vitamin C, potassium and other trace minerals Grown in Egypt since at least 2780 B.C., radishes were originally black.

Tomatoes Tomatoes are rich in lycopene, flavonoids and other phytochemicals with anticarcinogenic properties. Tomatoes are an excellent source of vitamin C (the vitamin C is most concentrated in the jelly-like substance that surrounds the seeds) They also contain vitamin A and B-complex vitamins, potassium and phosphorus A tomato grown in a hothouse has half the vitamin C content as a vine-ripened tomato.

Zucchini (Summer Squash) Zucchini and other summer squash varieties contain vitamins A and C. They also contain potassium and calcium.

Eat Your Weeds!

http://cree.gaia.com — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 04:45:35 GMT

Wild greens have long been valued for their ability to restore vitality, detoxify and nourish. Being one of the most alkalinizing foods they also help regulate proper body pH.

There are many ways to incorporate spring's abundance of wild weeds into your daily diet.

Supplement your own lettuce with wild greens to give an ordinary salad a mineral boost.

Dandelions are a particularly nutritional spring treat, providing loads of highly assimilable minerals and antioxidants. Because it is high in vitamins and iron, this herb is useful for treating anemia.

A bitter, appetite stimulant, this herb increases production of bile to help relieve constipation, gallstones, hemorrhoids and IBS.

Dandelion leaves can be chopped finely and added to salads. You can also add flower petals to salads, soups and stirfrys for a dash of spring color.

Try this Dandelion Sesame Sautee Recipe

Nettles are another wild weed abundant in nourishment! This is largely due to nettles copious amounts of minerals like calcium, magnesium, iron, potasium, phosphorous, manganese and silicon. Not only that, they are one of the highest plant sources of iron and vitamins such as C, beta carotene and even protein.

Nettles lose their sting when cooked. They can be used instead of spinach in most recipes.

I love them steamed and tossed with a clove of minced garlic, a splash of olive oil and a dash of a dash of Fire Cider

You can also try steamed nettles dressed in a lemon vinagrette and crumbled feta. Yum!

In addition to dandelion and nettle, here are some wild weed options to try:

Chickweed, Sorrell, Catnip, Plantain, Dock, Violets, Lamb's-quarter and Purslane.

Re: SEAWEED ANYONE?

http://cree.gaia.com — Mon, 17 Jul 2006 04:41:12 GMT

Hello All ~

I absolutely love seaweed!

It is one of my greatest nutritional allies - especially for the nervous system.

I recently added a section on seaweed to my website.

Here's a great seaweed article by Susun Weed.

And

Some yummy seaweed recipes from Susun's book.

For a super nourishing and detoxifying soup try this

burdock miso soup with seaweed:

Chop a big burdock root into small peices.

Simmer in 2 cups of water until tender.

Pour off 1/2 the water and stir in a TB of Miso Paste

Add it back to the pot and stir it well.

Add a handful of your favorite seaweed.

Cover pot and let stand for a few minutes until the seaweed softens.

You can add in any other ingredients that sound good, such as grated carrot, bean sprouts, tofu, nutritional yeast, etc.

Enjoy it in a bowl or over wild rice or noodles.

cree

Re: TYPE 2 DIABETES

http://loilaing.gaia.com — Wed, 12 Jul 2006 01:00:36 GMT

That's great Kevin! It goes to show that diet and lifestyle changes have a tremendous impact on our health. Your mother's way of dealing with her diabetes is an inspiration to people who do not want to use prescription medication to treat illness.

Re: TYPE 2 DIABETES

http://Tenzo.gaia.com — Sun, 18 Jun 2006 14:31:39 GMT

I have not personally, but my mother was diagnosed with type 2 about 10 years ago. At the time, she was a vegetarian, but after the diagnosis she became fully vegan and started power walkinf for a half hour a day. She lost her excess weight, and to this day has never had to take insulin or anykind of medication...she controls it strictly through diet and exercise.

Re: curious

http://DaveNoisy.gaia.com — Wed, 24 May 2006 22:40:42 GMT

I'd say 'sort of' - i'm self-employed, doing web design and management, and almost all my clients are eco-friendly, etc..

I'm also a bike racer, on Organic Athlete. ;)

Re: curious

http://marketing-muntz.gaia.com — Wed, 10 May 2006 06:09:45 GMT

hi Bradley - your job sounds so interesting! I will have a look at your website when I have a sec. Have you always wanted to do something in this industry? Are you/were you an athlete yourself?

Thanx for your message. Look forward to chatting to you more about it.

cheers
Muntz

Re: SWEET TOOTH REMEDY

http://marketing-muntz.gaia.com — Wed, 10 May 2006 05:32:26 GMT

hey Bradley

thanx for reply. At the end of my last post it sounds as thought I deprive myself which I dont! I am not overweight or anything - i just don't eat that much junk (although I wouldn't consider chocolate junk coz it's so damn good!). Sometimes I like to find other ways to fulfill my craving which i like it coz i like trying to find alternatives and question why my body is doing it. I still eat chocolate and pizza and all those yum things. i need a lot of fuel coz im so busy all the time and have a pretty fast metabolism plus go to the gym a lot and im vegetarian (therefore i eat lots of carbs). Healthy food is awesome though - you stop craving junk after a while.

speak soon