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Why fiber saved my ass, literally…

Posted by charly2 On April - 26 - 2009

When I was my heaviest back in 1998…

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I had THE WORST hemorrhoids ever.

I couldn’t:

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Wormwood, an incredibly effective cancer fighter

Posted by charly2 On April - 21 - 2009

Wow, I stumbled upon this in a local health magazine, and studied more about it online.

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Researchers at the University of Washington have discovered that a compound derived from Wormwood (Artemisia annua L), an ancient herb used in Chinese medicine and asian salad dishes, is 1,000 times more specific in killing certain kinds of cancer cells that currently available drugs.

You can learn all about Wormwood by following these links:

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Whole Wheat vs. White – is there a difference?

Posted by charly2 On April - 18 - 2009

“It’s just bread!”

That’s what I used to say…

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Now, I know there’s a world of difference!

White bread is usually made from white flour, which quickly turns into (refined) sugar in the body.  Refined sugar fuels cancer growth and triggers inflammation.

100% Whole Wheat bread (especially 100% Whole Grain bread), on the other hand, is filled with phytochemicals and antioxidants — and packed, naturally, with B & E vitamins, along with magnesium, iron and fiber.

It’s really important when you pick a wheat bread that it says “100% Whole Wheat” or “100% Whole Grain”, watch out for phrases like:

  • multi-grain,
  • seven grain,
  • bran, and
  • stone ground.

Even if a bread is brown, it doesn’t mean it’s 100% Whole. ;)

Here’s to eating what’s what best for you, and your body!

Fierce foods for fighting & preventing cancer

Posted by charly2 On April - 8 - 2009

If you’ve had someone you love die, or fight, cancer – usually you’ll make some lifestyle adjustments to assure you’re not increasing your risk as well.

I know I have, and I know many people who have as well.

Good Foods

Here’s a list of fierce foods for fighting & preventing cancer:

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