THE HEALING POWER OF FOOD
Food is the original pharmacy and nothing really beats good, wholesome, fresh food for overall great health and vitality.
As we become more aware of the importance of building up a strong immune system and also have the time at home to prepare meals fresh, we are discovering the innate healing power of some of our favourite ingredients.
Healing Herbs & Spices
Adding a one or two of these herbs to your food or to your daily juice or smoothie can help boost the immune system in different ways, depending on your personal needs.
Rosemary
Helps prevent allergies and nasal congestion
Basil
Fights infections and boosts immunity
Sage
Improves brain function and memory
Peppermint
Relieves IBS pain and helps alleviate nausea
Turmeric
A powerful anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant
Cinnamon
Lowers blood sugar levels & helps fight inflammation
A note on sprouts
Many people regard sprouts as nutritional powerhouses.
For starters, they’re rich in many nutrients. They’re also said to improve your digestion and blood sugar levels, and possibly even fend off heart disease.
Despite being low in calories, sprouts are a rich source of nutrients and beneficial plant compounds. Their vitamin and mineral content varies based on the variety.
The Power Vegetables
Celery
Calms the nerves, promotes sleeps, lowers blood pressure, acts as a diuretic
Ginger
Treats nausea and has anti-inflammatory properties
Carrot
Rich in vitamin A for improved vision and skin. High in carotenoids which help lower the risk of heart disease.
Beetroot
Increase blood circulation, contains nitrates which enhance physical performance
Cabbage
Rich in vitamins A, C, E, B and anti-oxidants which may help reduce cancer risk.
Broccoli
Rich in folic acid aiding tissue growth, and vitamin C which aids iron absorption and eases the common cold.
Formidable Fruits
Pineapples
Helps digest food and build strong bones
Bananas
Contains the amino acid tryptophan which helps reduce depression
Apples
The pectin in apples can lower your blood pressure by 16%
Grapes
Improve the nitric oxide levels in the bloodstream which helps reduce blood clots