Monk fruit - A Power food for diabetes

Monk fruit - A Power food for diabetes

By Sandeep Godiyal
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Diabetes is a serious public health problem, not only in the United States but all around the world. In America alone, the number of diabetics is estimated to be around 30 million and those numbers are expected to rise in the coming decades. Diabetes can not only be difficult to manage from day to day, it also puts people at risk for many serious health complications like heart attacks, strokes, infertility, blindness and amputations, just to name a few. Fortunately, there are more options than ever for diabetics who want to try to manage their condition naturally, and this humble gourd from Asia is one of them. Read on to learn more about the amazing monk fruit.

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Monk fruit, also known as Luo Han Guo, is a member of the gourd family. It derives its common name from 13th century China, where monks there would live primarily off this fruit, which has long been valued as a longevity food in Chinese culture. Although it is eaten throughout many parts of Asia, fresh monk fruit is somewhat difficult to come by in this country due to the fact that it has such a short shelf life and cannot often survive the journey from farm to market shelf. This is one of the reasons why up until recently, it has not been heard of much in the West. Read more

5 Benefits of Colon Cleansing

5 Benefits of Colon Cleansing

With additives in our food, pesticides on our crops, and pollution all around us, many might say we live in a toxic age. Sometimes all that toxic buildup can take its toll on the colon, which encumbers digestion and overall health. When your colon is backed up with toxic material, your entire body becomes sluggish and unable to perform its day-to-day tasks. Luckily, your body does a pretty good job detoxifying itself on a regular basis; however, some toxins remain in the body and require some help to facilitate removal.



5 Benefits of Colon Cleansing

Helping your body detoxify itself isn’t too difficult when you stop and think about it. Eating a healthy diet and getting plenty of exercise are two powerful components. But sometimes we need a bit more when it comes to toxins, many of which can easily store themselves in the colon. So, if you think you need a colon cleanse, or you just want to look into the idea, don’t put it off. Here are 4 great benefits of colon cleansing you should know.

1. Improves Digestion and Prevents Constipation

Constipation can make for poor digestion, and vice versa. When digestion is impaired and constipation ensues, waste products can linger in your body. This whole process can lead to the inability to absorb many of the nutrients you’re taking in, leading to a lack of energy and and hampered immune function. Detoxing your colon allows those undigested waste products to be pushed through your system and also puts some ease in your bowel regularity. Since lingering waste can breed bacteria, this purge clears the way for good nutrient absorption, thereby supporting good health. Read more

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Increasing vitamin D may now be a matter of life or death, as recent studies have shown that it may play a vital role in the fight against lung cancer. To date, lung cancer is one of the three most common cancers that kill men and women in developed countries with a statistic of one million deaths every year. Researchers from the University of California at San Diego discovered a correlative relationship between higher rates of lung cancer and less exposure to the sun. *Cancer and vitamin D* The study compared data from national and international databases and ... more »

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What is Latero-Flora™?

What is Latero-Flora™?

Latero-Flora™ is a unique strain of Bacillus laterosporus (B.O.D.™ strain), a naturally occurring bacteria which populates the intestines with beneficial organisms that support digestion and promote a healthy colon. Available only through health professionals, Bacillus laterosporus was introduced commercially in 1989 and has grown in popularity with doctors, and healthcare professionals who use it and recommend it to their patients.

The Top 5 Reasons You Need Latero-Flora™

1. Promotes Intestinal Balance

Your gut is the home to many microorganisms, some are helpful, some are harmful. Latero-Flora™ encourages a normal balance of friendly colonies that support good health and systemic function. Read more

Eliminate cancer cells safely with European Biological Medic

Eliminate cancer cells safely with European Biological Medicine

People are waking up to the limitations of conventional cancer treatments such as chemotherapy and radiation. In reality, these treatment options never address the true cause of cancer and, actually, increase the risk of secondary cancers due to their toxic effect on the body.

Defeat cancer by strengthening the body. All cancers, regardless of their origin or type, develop due to low energy generated by environmental toxins and nutritional deficiencies. On the next NaturalNews Talk Hour, Jonathan Landsman and Dr. Melina Roberts talk about a safe, effective way to eliminate the threat of cancer with the help of European Biological Medicine. Read more

DrEddyClinic.com - Why detoxification is so important, and how to do it right

Why detoxification is so important, and how to do it right

To many, the word detox is just one of today's buzzwords--not a means to gain health. Others think of detoxing as a form of starvation. Nothing could be further from the truth--not if you do it right.

We live in a world filled with chemicals. They are in our water, in our air, and in nearly everything we touch. Too many of us bathe and shampoo with products laced with chemicals, then use chemical laden products to shave, to smell good, to soften our skin, to treat our blemishes, and more. Our skin soaks up these chemicals every day.

We pick up parasites from our food and our surroundings that take up residence in our bodies. Read more

South Korea fights to contain MERS outbreak, considers tough

South Korea fights to contain MERS outbreak, considers tough

South Korea struggled to contain an outbreak of Middle East Respiratory Syndrome (MERS) on Monday as health authorities announced three more cases, bringing the number of infections to 18 in just over 10 days.

Authorities are considering a ban on overseas travel for the nearly 700 people isolated for possible infection after a 44-year-old man broke a voluntary house quarantine last week and flew to Hong Kong and then travelled to mainland China. Read more