Showing posts with label food. Show all posts
Showing posts with label food. Show all posts

Monday, January 17, 2011

GSM Recipes: Pomegranate Banana Cheesecake with Chocolate!

Gather the following ingredients:

- 2 ripe bananas peeled and mashed.
- 24 oz. cream cheese bring to room temperature.
- ¾ cup brown sugar or agave.
- 5 large eggs or egg substitute.
 - 1tsp vanilla.
- ¼ teaspoon salt. 
- 8 oz. dark chocolate
- 3 tabs butter or butter substitute or original cow ghee (homemade).
 - 3 tabs brown sugar.
- 6 oz. flax seed.
 - 4 oz. buckwheat flour or gluten free flour. 

Method:

1 - Pre-heat oven to 325 degrees F.
2 - Place chocolate, 3 tabs brown sugar, flax seed and buckwheat in a food processor.

3 - Pulse until mixture is constiant (it should be a bit coarse).
4 - Press this mixture into the bottom of a 9-10 inch spring form pan.

5 - Using a mixer, cream together the cream cheese, sugar and salt.
6 - Add eggs on at a time, making certain to mix properly.
7 - Add the bananas, pomegranate juice and vanilla.
8 - Mix on medium speed until the mixture is smooth.

9 - Pour this mixture into a prepared pan.
10 - Sprinkle remaining pomegranate juice evenly over the top of the cheesecake batter.

11- Place the pan onto a cookie sheet and place in the oven.
12 - Bake for about one hour.

13 - Let cheesecake cool slowly at room temperature for about 30 minutes.
14 - Now place it in the refrigerator.
15 - Let the cheesecake cool completely before removing it from the pan. This is at least 6 hours or even overnight.

And when it's done, you will have a deliciously healthy snack! Enjoy.

Saturday, January 15, 2011

GSM Recipes: Pomegranate Eggplant Lentils!


Ingredients:


- 1 1/2 lbs Eggplant
- Salt
- ½ Cup brown lentils
- Water
- 2/3 Cup extra virgin olive oil
- 1 Large onion-chopped
- 6 Cloves garlic-minced
- 2 Large tomatoes-chopped
- 2 Long green cayenne peppers or 4-6 bird peppers
- 2 Tablespoons chopped mint leaves
- 2 Tablespoons northern edge organic flax seed
- ¼ Tablespoon crushed pepper
- 1/2 Cup 100% pure all natural NOT FROM CONCENTRATE Sophia brand pomegranate juice

Steps:

1 - Partially peel the eggplant lengthwise. It will now have longitudinal stripes.
2 - Cut into 4 slices along the length of the eggplant.
3 - Score the slices on one side in a crosshatch pattern.
4 - Cut each slice into 23 pieces and place on a rimmed baking sheet or foil.

5 - Allow to stand for 1 hour after slating. 
6 - Place lentils in a small saucepan with water-2 inches above the lentils.
7 - Bring to a boil. Lower heat to medium and simmer for 15 minutes.
8 - Drain the lentils. 

9 - Coat a 3-4 quart container with 1 tablespoon of olive oil.
10 - Toss the following: onions, pepper, garlic, tomatoes, green chili pepper, mint, northern edge organic milled flax seed, crushed red pepper and 2 tablespoons of sea salt. 
11 - Now rinse the eggplant and pat dry. 
12 - Spread ½ cup of the vegetable mixture in the 3-4 quart container that has been prepared.

13 - Now cover with half the amount of eggplant. Again cover with half of the lentils and remaining vegetable mixture.
14 - Now top again with the remaining eggplant, lentils and mixture of vegetables.
15 - Pour the remaining olive oil around the sides of the contents and drizzle with 100% pure not from concentrate Sophia brand pomegranate juice. 
16 - Bring your stew to a boil. 

17 - Cover and cook the contents over low heat until the eggplant is very tender-about1 1/2hours.
18 - Now serve this delicious meal hot, warm or at room temperature. It serves six.

Enjoy!

Wednesday, January 12, 2011

Pomegranate Juice - Quick Analysis



Pomegranate has an irresistible appeal and legendary medicinal properties have been the subject of myth, epics and works of art. It has more recently taken the interest of many scientific researches and has been shown to help the body in many ways. Being rich in antioxidants and many other trace minerals and vitamins it is now labeled the wonderful super fruit of the 21st century.

It is better than most statin drugs and is great for protecting your prostate while at the same time it promotes a healthy heart. Even a glass a day of 100% pure all natural Sophia brand pomegranate juice- not from concentrate is great for promoting better health.

Why is Sophia brand 100% pure pomegranate juice different from anything on the market? 

Well that is because has NO CONCENTRATE, NO ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS. NO PRESERVATIVES, NO ADDED SUGAR, NO ADDED WATER, NO COLORING, NO FLAVORINGS, NO GSMs /GEO, NO E-NUMBERS-food additives, preservatives and coloring that are coded. Many of these are responsible for allergies and hyperactivity especially in children.

100% pure Sophia brand pomegranate juice is full of antioxidants and bursting with flavors. Just 6-8 oz. daily can do a lot to promote better general health. While consuming more of it would definitely have great benefit for your heart, cardio vascular system, circulatory system and lower your blood pressure and cholesterol. So get Sophia brand 100% pure pomegranate juice not from concentrate and keep heart disease and prostate problems at bay.



The American Journal of clinical nutrition- vol71. #5, 1062-1076, May, 2000. 

Article: pomegranate juice consumption reduce oxidative stress, atherogenic modifications to LDL, and platelet aggregation:

The report stated “pomegranate juice had potent antiatherogenic effects in healthy humans. Pomegranate juice consumption decreased LDL susceptibility to aggregation and retention and increased the activity of serum paraoxonase-(an HDL associated esterase that can protect against lipid peroxidation), by 20%

Case Western Reserve University, School of Medicine, in Cleveland found that pomegranate juice blocks the enzymes that contribute to osteoarthritis.
“The protein molecules create an overproduction of inflammatory molecules including tightly regulated enzymes necessary for tissue remodeling. Studies show that pomegranate stall the overproduction of this tightly regulated enzymes in human cartilages.” Folks call for your bottle of Sophia brand 100% natural pomegranate juice today. Bryden Pi. (TRINIDAD & TOBAGO) - 868-675-5000 x 333/365/367 or GSM(TRINIDAD & TOBAGO) at 868-624-3608 or 868-474-8561 or GSM(USA) at 718-882-3591. Not from concentrate. No additives or preservatives. Just 100% natural juice.

GSM Recipes: Pistachio Sweet Fruit Quick Bread!

Ingredients Needed:


- ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil.
- ½ cup honey.
- ½ cup all natural Sophia brand 100% pure pomegranate juice.
- 4 eggs or equiv. egg substitute. 
- ½ cup organic buck wheat flour. 
- 2 oz chopped dates.
-1 oz raisins.
- 4 tablespoons organic northern edge milled flax seed.




- 2 oz each of the following nuts chopped: 
        -Walnuts
        -Pine Nuts
        -Pistachio
        -You may substitute any of the nuts that you may not have with what is locally available. 
-1 table spoon baking powder.
-Mixed spices:
        -Cloves
        -Cardamom
        -Cinnamon or any of your favorite spices

Steps: 

1 - Beat up the eggs, then add honey and brown sugar or carrot juice or agave. 
2 - Add the chopped dates along with all other ingredients and mix thoroughly. If the batter is not dry enough add some organic buck wheat flour. 
3 - Add your Sophia brand 100% pure pomegranate juice to the batter then add flour to make certain that it is dry enough. This should be added little at a time. 
4 - When the mixture is properly mixed, transfer to a baking pan.

5 - Prepare your baking pan with oil and flour and pour the mixture into the pan. Your pan should not be more than ¾ full since the mixture will rise.
6 - Bake for 45-60 mins at 350 degrees F.

Enjoy!

Saturday, December 11, 2010

The Healthiest Juices - Part 3


All natural, freshly liquefied fruits and vegetables are very healthy to drink. When combined it packs all the vitamins and minerals of every fruit, vegetable and/or nut that is within the mixture. The combination, however, may be tricky. Mixing juices for optimal results can be tiresome, that’s why we’re here, to load your brain full of healthy, natural knowledge that you can use and pass down for a lifetime. As we continue part 2 of “The Healthiest Juices” below we start out where we left off!

Orange Juice 

This is a very delicious drink. From artificial flavoring to freshly squeezed oranges, everyone loves the taste of orange juice. It is by far the most popular juice around. Being rich in vitamin C, orange juice aids the immune system in fighting off sicknesses, diseases and invading microorganisms. Orange juice is recommended to all who wish to make their own fresh juices. 

What to combine this juice with? 

Orange juice can be mixed with any juice, but shouldn’t be mixed with other acidic juices such as grapefruit or lemon.

Why?

As orange juice is mixed with other fruits or vegetables it creates a robust taste and is very satisfying to partake of. It should not be mixed with other acidic beverages because too much acidity can create an imbalance in the stomach.

Important Preparation Tips: 
  • The skin of the orange should be peeled and the orange should be washed under cold water.
  • Insert the orange into the mouth of the juicer slowly. 
Parsley Juice

This juice is high in vitamin A and is rich in iron and mineral salts. 

What to combine this juice with? 

This juice can be mixed with any other juice. 



Why? 

Because of its contents it is not too powerful to be a stand-alone juice. Therefore it should be combined with other juices to enhance the nutritional value and somewhat the taste. 

Important Preparation Tips: 
  • Wash the parsley thoroughly in cold water and insert into the juicer. 
Pineapple Juice

Fresh pineapple juice is a magnificent treat. It is deliciously tasty and a delightfully aromatic. Pleasing to at least two senses, pineapple juice can be an appetizer or a full blown drink. 

What to combine this juice with? 

Combine this juice with any other juice for an exceptional flavor. Adding taste and nutrition into one powerful formula is a smart idea and pineapple can make that idea reality. 



Why? 

Not only is pineapple a healthy fruit it is also tasty. It goes with any and every juice that can be made and should be one of the main ingredients in your everyday juices. 

Important Preparation Tips: 
  • All you need to do is wash the pineapple and cut it into how many portions you want. 
  • Do not cut out the skin. 
  • It is recommended that the skin be juiced as well creating an out of this world experience. 
Potato Juice

Potato juice is rich in vitamin C and magnesium, but that may be the only thing we can say about potato juice. Being high in carbohydrates potatoes are seen as a fatty food, but that’s a misconception. Potatoes are very healthy for you. Fried potatoes, as well as everything that are fried, loses its nutrients and thus becomes unhealthy, but baked potatoes are another story. 

What to combine this juice with? 

We recommend that this juice be mixed with several other juices. 

Why? 

Unfortunately raw potato juice can taste very bland therefore it is advisable to mix with other juices to retain the nutrients and reduce the bad taste. 

Important Preparation Tips: 
  • Wash thoroughly in cold water and leave the skin.
  • Cut into portions that can fit and insert into the mouth of the juicer. 
Rhubarb Juice

When juicing this vegetable add some of this juice to all the fruit juices you drink. It is very healthy and highly potent when it is in season. 

What to combine this juice with? 

Add to every juice you drink! 

Why? 

Because it contains so many nutrients it is recommended that it be added to every fruit juice to intensify the flavor and deliver longer lasting, tastier juices. 



Important Preparation Tips: 
  • It is recommended that the rhubarb is cut into small sections and fed into the juicer to enhance the cutter’s effectiveness on the plant’s fiber. 
Spinach Juice

Raw Spinach has a very sharp taste so it is advisable that it be used it very small amounts. 

What to combine this juice with? 

Spinach juice should not be mixed with any fruit juices. It should, however, be blended with carrot and possibly celery juices. 




Why? 

Because of its bitter taste and powerful nutrients spinach cannot be mixed with any juices. By mixing it with carrots and celery it will enhance the taste and create a much more dynamic beverage. 

Important Preparation Tips: 
  • Wash the spinach thoroughly in cold water. 
  • When the spinach is finished washing, lift out of the water and shake dry.
  • Roll the leaves into a ball and insert into the mouth of the juicer. 
Sweet Peppers 

Green and red peppers are both rich in potassium, silicon and vitamin C. 

What to combine this juice with? 

This juice should not be taken alone. It should be mixed with other juices and can be mixed with any other juice. 

Why? 

Sweet peppers are a very good source of potassium and when combined with other juices can add to the nutrients of that juice making it more beneficial for you. 

Important Preparation Tips: 
  • One should choose shiny sweet peppers which are rich in color.
  • Do not choose waxed peppers because it can interfere with the blades in the juicer.
  • Wash the peppers thoroughly and insert into the mouth of the juicer. 
Turnip and Turnip Greens Juice

The turnip root is rich in potassium and highly potent. Turnip greens also are very rich in vitamin C. 

What to combine this juice with? 

It is highly recommended to mix turnip juice and turnip greens juice with juices of vegetables high in magnesium such as, dandelion greens, parsley, and sweet peppers. 

Why? 

Magnesium is found to help the body use calcium more effectively and thus makes for an exceptionally healthy drink. 




Important Preparation Tips: 
  • Wash thoroughly and bunch the greens for juicing.
  • Insert the greens into the mouth of the juicer very slowly.
That concludes our three part article on juices everyone. We hope we provided you with all the information you need and thanks for visiting our site. We hope you become healthier, happier human beings and start spicing up your juicing!

Tuesday, December 7, 2010

The Healthiest Juices - Part 2

All natural, freshly liquefied fruits and vegetables are very healthy to drink. When combined it packs all the vitamins and minerals of every fruit, vegetable and/or nut that is within the mixture. The combination, however, may be tricky. Mixing juices for optimal results can be tiresome, that’s why we’re here, to load your brain full of healthy, natural knowledge that you can use and pass down for a lifetime. As we continue part 2 of “The Healthiest Juices” below we start out where we left off! 



Celery Juice

Known for its strong and bitter taste, this juice may be taken in smaller quantities and may be mixed with any other juice. Celery juice contains within it, huge amounts of vitamins A, B, and C. It also contains large amounts of minerals such as calcium and sodium. People who are on strict low sodium or low salt diets should not use celery juice because it contains high amounts of natural sodium. 

What to combine this juice with?

Celery juice can be combined with any juice. A few drops of lemon juice can improve the flavor of celery juice. 

Why? 

Because of its bitter and strong taste, drinking it alone is not recommended. When combined with other juices it will deliver a powerful and rich taste that one is more than likely to love and will also pack massive amounts of vitamins and minerals when combined with other juices such as, carrot juice, cabbage juice, orange juice and grape juice! 

Important Preparation Tips:
  • When looking for rich celery there are certain things one should search for. The greener the celery, the more vitamins and mineral salts it will have, thus producing more juice!
  • In order to guarantee greater results one should take the entire stalk, including the leaves as well, and thoroughly wash in cold water. This will remove any sprays or unwanted toxicities. 

Cucumber Juice


Cucumbers are seen eaten without the skin, when in fact the skin is probably one of the most important parts of a cucumber. When juicing, one should leave the skin and juice the entire cucumber. Cucumbers are rich in potassium, but cucumber juice has a notoriously dull taste if consumed alone. 

What to combine this juice with?

Cucumber juice should be combined with apple, grape, carrot or celery juice or a combination of them all. 

Why? 

Because of the dull taste, people may not wish to drink cucumber juice alone, therefore adding other healthy juices to it will do the trick. A combination of carrot, grape, apple, celery and cucumber juice is a very tasty treat! 

Important Preparation Tips:
  • For best results, use cucumbers that are not waxed. Waxed cucumbers can damage juicer blades and contaminate the juice making it unhealthy.
  • Use firm, dark green cucumbers for maximum benefit. 
  • Wash the cucumbers in cold water and remember to use the skin for a more nutrient rich juice! 

Dandelion Green Juice


Dandelion juice is rich in vitamins A and B1 (thiamine). It also contains high amounts of magnesium and important trace elements. 

What to combine this juice with?

Dandelion green juice should be mixed with other green juices such as, cucumber, celery, lettuce, cabbage, spinach, parsley, and leafy green juices. 

Why? 

The combination above is known to get rid of stretch marks and beautify the skin because of the excess of vitamin A and E. Because of its bitter taste, dandelion green juice could be combined with other juices as well which will sweeten the mixture. 

Important Preparation Tips:
  • Wash the dandelion leaves in cold water thoroughly and insert it into the mouth of the juicer. 

Grape Juice


Artificial grape juices are always demanded. Wines and other forms of drinks are made with grapes. To get to the point, grapes are a very popular fruit. The taste they bring out is a kind of sweet and sour taste combined to bring a marvelous flavor to your taste buds. Now imagine freshly made grape juice! Grapes are known to be one of the healthiest fruits in the world. Its juice is also the most delicious and healthy of fruit juices. 

What to combine this juice with?

Combining this juice with any juice will make a rich and powerful combination. 

Why? 

Grapes can be combined with any other juice to create a dynamically powerful drink. Because it is so potent and rich in vitamins and minerals it adds taste and nutrition to other juices. 

Important Preparation Tips:
  • Washing the grapes thoroughly should be the number one concern.
  • As we finish getting rid of the toxicities we should divide the bunch of grapes into smaller bunches in order to fit into the mouth of the juicer.
  • Insert the grapes along with its stem and seeds to get all the nutrients. 

Grapefruit Juice

This juice contains very high amounts of vitamin C. Grapefruit Juice is an extraordinary thirst quencher and supplies the immune system with heavy artillery to fight off sicknesses and disease. With the very high vitamin C content, this juice aids the body in defending against all types of microorganisms. 

What to combine this juice with?

A mixture of grapefruit juice with any vegetable juices will produce a potent drink. Combining celery with grapefruit juice will also make an excellent and healthy beverage. 

Why? 

Grapefruit can sometimes be sour so mixing it with vegetable juices can nullify the sour taste and the true taste can manifest itself. Also, when combined with other juices, grapefruit juice can add a certain punch that no other juice can manufacture. Try it for yourself! 

Important Preparation Tips:
  • Peel the grapefruit and rinse it in cold water.
  • Create small portions of the grapefruit that can fit into the mouth of the juicer.
  • Feed the grapefruit very slowly so the residual pulp can be evenly extracted and juiced. 

Leafy Vegetable Juice 


Leafy vegetables such as watercress and lettuce are very healthy and good for the skin. They contain a good amount of magnesium and are known for their bitter or dull tastes and therefore are rarely juiced alone. 

What to combine this juice with?

Combine these types of juices with other green juices such as cucumber, cabbage, celery and/or spinach juice. Leafy vegetable juice can also be combined with any other juice adding a proper amount of vitamins to a health drink. 

Why? 

Combining Leafy vegetable juice with other juices can produce a very strong health drink that can do wonders for aging, stretch marks, skin problems and more. 

Important Preparation Tips:
  • Selecting the best leafy vegetables takes a little knowhow. The selection process is easy!
  • Make sure they are firm and dark green leafy vegetables.
  • Wash the leaves thoroughly in cold water.
  • These types of vegetables have a tendency to pick up the water with them so make sure and shake them dry and press between both hands.
  • Roll the leaves and compact them into a ball and feed into the juicer.
  • If the leaves are fed loosely they can stick to the blades or the strainer so be careful. 
Lemon Juice


Lemons are very rich in vitamin C just like its family grapefruits and oranges. It is specially suited to bring out the flavors of other juices and especially salads. The most valuable nutrients are mostly located in the skin of the lemon and therefore we advise to juice the entire lemon with the peel. Lemon juice is also used to preserve fruits and vegetables and can keep the color of other juices bright. 
What to combine this juice with?

A combination of lemon juice can go with any other juice.

Why? 

Lemon juice has a surprising way of enhancing every juice it is combined with and also tastes very good with sweeter juices such as carrot, grape, orange, and beet juice.

Important Preparation Tips:

  • Wash the lemon thoroughly and place into the mouth of the juicer with the skin intact!

Tuesday, November 23, 2010

Introducing the First Ever Pomegranate Detox Program







This program is to be executed after consulting with your holistic practitioner or doctor. For those who have had a complete evealuation done your holistic practitioner will be able to prepare a customized tea and meal plan for you to follow while your are prusuing this program.


The entire program can last up to thirty days. You will be on a special meal plan, exercise plan and if necessary, a medicine plan (natural or otherwise - according to the advice of your supervising doctor).






If you wish to have an evaluation done you must make prior arrangements for either an in-office consultation or a phone consultation.


You will need the following if you are doing a phone consultation:



  • In addition to any medical records and up to date tests that you may have, you will need to record your weight, height and age.
  • Your waist (hips also if female),wrist and arm size must be recorded.



All necessary information will be fed into a special software that has been designed to evaluate toxicity, BMI, lean body mass, etc. and the result along with suggestions will be conveyed to you for appropriate action.
The cost of this procedure is $195.00(USD).


If you decide to follow up on the suggestions, we can supply you with the pomegranate juice, special tea and trace minerals(and other herbal products if necessary). The products that are supplied to you will be required for you to complete your program. Our customer service staff is very efficient and dedicated and will guide you all the way to completion and beyond if necessary.


As you allow us to help you to determine and create a customized program, it will kindle a loving and pure feeling that invokes serenity and harmony of body, mind and spirit.


You will love yourself and others will love and admire you more than ever.

The Secret Antioxidant - Better than Green tea!

By Dr. Gouri Maharaj (BPE MH MEd PhD)
Doctor of Naturopathy


The pomegranate fruit is found throughout Iran and spreads all the way to the Himalayas in Northern India. It was later cultivated and naturalized over the whole of the Mediterranean region and tropical parts of Africa. Pomegranate has a long storage life. The fruit is eaten in its raw state and may be used to make exotic dishes. It is considered as a symbol of health, fertility and rebirth.


Pomegranate juice (ALL NATURAL NOT FROM CONCENTRATE), apart from being used as a beverage, is made into jellies, and cold and hot sauce. It may also be used to flavor cakes and pastries. Pomegranate juice may be made into syrup and wine. The juice comes from squeezing the sweet part of the fruit. This juice has been found to have high levels of antioxidants. If you think green tea is good then pomegranate juice has been proven to be at least three times better than red wine and green tea (put together).


Official planting of pomegranate was implemented around 4000 B.C. It has been widely used in folk medicine for hundreds of years. All natural Pomegranate (NOT CONCENTRATE OR MIXED WITH OTHER FRUITS, ETC.) guards the body against the substances that cause premature aging, heart diseases, Alzheimer's, cancer, and many other diseases.


Research has pointed out that ALL NATURAL pomegranate juice may be the best thing to keep your skin clear and glowing. It may also play a key role in prostate problems and will clearly maintain healthy arteries and circulation. Of course it has fiber, potassium and vitamin C; along with many other trace minerals. Yes it is also used to make exotic drinks.


All natural pomegranate juice(NOT FROM CONCENTRATE OR ADDED TO OTHER JUICES) is safe and healthy. It is one of the greatest and most economical sources of antioxidants. Studies are being conducted to find out other benefits of this wonderful and healthy juice.


Most people find a big change in their weight within one week of going on a special pomegranate/special tea and proper meal plan. For more information on this you may check our website: GSMHEALTH.COM and look for "pomegranate detox/weight loss plan."


Take off all your clothes and look into the mirror. Do you like what you see? If not, then click on this link and make the first step to do something about it. GSMHEALTH.COM Let us help you to eat more and weigh less using all natural substances including pomegranate juice.


Happy juicing!

Fun Food Facts That Increase The Action Of Insulin

Use these foods liberally!


*Onions and garlic - Make an onion a day your motto.




*Chromium rich foods such as Brewer's yeast, whole wheat bread, wheat bran, rye bread and potatoes to name a few.


*Zinc rich foods such as ginger root, wheat germ, pecans, Brazil nuts, and split peas.


*Foods high in water soluble fiber, flax seed, pectin, guar gum, oat bran and mucilage.


*Whole grain and legume carbohydrates such as squash, sweat potatoes and carrots.


*Pumpkins, whole rice, yams, mung beans, string beans, cucumber, celery, peach, millet, spinach, blueberry, peas, tofu, cabbage, daikon radish and mulberries.


*Foods rich in iodine, silicon and phosphorus such as kelp, swiss chard, turnip greens, lecithin, sesame seed butter, seeds and nuts.


Breakfast: 


Option 1: Fresh fruit or fruit juice, "Fried" potatoes and Herbal Tea.


Option 2: Fresh fruit or fruit juice, Hot breakfast quinea and Herbal Tea.




Lunch:


Option 1: Garbanzo bean soup, Tomatoes with salsa, whole wheat bread or pita bread, Fresh Fruit and Soda water.


Option 2: Pita bread stuffed with beans and vegetables, Fresh fruit and soda water.


Dinner:


Option 1: Tossed green salad with oil free dressing, frozen fruit dessert and hot or cold herbal tea.


Option 2: Pasta primavera, cauliflower, fruit pudding and hot or cold herbal tea.




Visit our GSM Store for more information and to browse our vast selection of diabetic medicine and teas!

Ayurvedic Medicine

By Dr Gouri Maharaj (BPE Med. MH PhD)






Ayurvedic medicine teaches how to substantially impact on our quality of life through the choices and interpretations that we make. The reduction of toxins and free radicals from the body leads to an increase in the absorption of nutrition which transforms our minds, intellect and bodies.


The science of ayurveda is an inexhaustible reservoir of knowledge while it is the oldest system of health care known to civilization. Its scientific approach has created something so unique about it that when modern medicine fails to deliver, the timeless features ayurveda takes over and keeps the tradition of proper healing aloft.


The more one probes into ayurvedic treatments and practices, the more one becomes impressed by its logic, while being charmed by the power and completeness of its comprehensive understanding of life.


It teaches us that life is perceived as a microcosm or intimate reflection of the universe. Ayurvedic medicine is the only healthcare system with comprehensive principles and practices to purify the body, mind and spirit while at the same time, it restores balance with the laws of nature. It is the only method that has achieved complete remission of disease in the many patients who have been deemed beyond help by western medicine.


Ayurveda is the unique science of purification and rejuvenation that can make a person with relatively normal health produce a dramatically greater state of health, happiness and fulfillment. It aims to establish the ability to live every aspect of life to the fullest, in complete conscious connection to nature's infinite intelligence. This may be reflected in a state of enlightenment. Ayurvedic medicine stresses on education instead of medication.


For all your health needs call:


Dr. Gouri Maharaj (BPE Med. MH PhD)
Doctor of Naturopathy
Board Certified Hypnotherapist
Yoga Therapist


Special health programs for cleansing and detoxifying, high or low blood pressure, diabetes, cholesterol, kidney and liver problems, psoriasis, infertility, male impotency, PMS, menopause, and all geriatric problems.


For advice or treatment call:


In the United States: 718-882-3591 (Bronx, NY)
In Trinidad & Tobago: 669-6694 (Caroni), 658-5361 (Marabella), Cell: 474-8561


or visit gsmhealth.com

Monday, November 22, 2010

The Healthiest Juices - Part 1





Juicing is an efficient way of saving time and fulfilling our daily health requirements at the same time. Thus we stay healthy and have more time to do other things. But sometimes the juices we make may not be filled with the correct amount of vitamins, minerals, and nutrition that we may need. So we have put together a dynamic list of powerful combinations of juices for public use. Other sites may charge you for this information, but our goal is not monetary. We want the entire world to be healthy and what better way than to share it on the World Wide Web.


Here are some of the best tasting and healthiest juices that can be made:


Apple Juice






An apple a day keeps the dentist/doctor away right? How about a juice filled with it? Well apples are truly a nutrition packed fruit. Contained within this delicious and popular fruit lies vitamins A, B1, B2 and C as well as valuable mineral salts.


What to combine this juice with?


Vegetable Juices are the best combination to make with Apple Juice.


Why?


Because of the bland taste of vegetable juice many people need to add something tasty in order to drink it. When combined, Apple Juice dramatically improves the taste of vegetable juices decreasing the sometimes bitter taste substantially.


Important Preparation Tips:



  • Do not peel the apples. Peeling the apple will take away some of the best nutrients within it.
  • Wash the apple thoroughly in clean cold water and cut it into portions that can fit into your juicer.
  • Do not use waxed or polished apples. These kinds of apples can diminish the effectiveness of the cutter inside the juicer and therefore should not be used.



Beet Juice




Fresh Beet Juice is a beauty to behold. With a beautiful red finish this potent fruit creates an even spectacular looking end result. Within this abnormal vegetable lies the key to a proper and powerful diet. Beets contain a potent amount of dietary fiber, protein, vitamin C, and iron. Beet juice has also been found to lower blood pressure. This combination of nutrition is a perfect addition to one's diet and is one of the highly recommended juices by GSMHEALTH.COM.


What to combine this juice with?


A highly delicious and surprisingly tasty combination is beets combined with the juice of oranges. A very good blend will be 2/3 oranges and 1/3 beet to create a wonderfully healthy combination. Beet juice can also be combined with carrot and celery blends  to promote a healthy lifestyle.


why?


Not only are oranges tasty they are rich in vitamin C, therefore combined with Beet juice can make for a delicious blend of healthy liquids. Beet juice can also be combined with carrot and celery blends to create a powerful healthy blend of vegetables that can help to prevent diseases and strengthen the immune system.


Important Preparation Tips:



  • Brushing the skin of the beet root lightly is recommended. This will allow the beet to retain its nutrients while still cleaning it.
  • Make sure to wash it in cold water and cut it into convenient proportions that can fit into the juicer.
  • Consult your doctor before using any excessive amounts of beet juice in its pure state.

Cabbage Juice




Cabbage has been known for its nutritional and medicinal values. It has also been discovered that cabbage can reduce the risk of certain forms of cancer such as, colon cancer and breast cancer. Cabbage also helps to promote weight loss in some people because it contains vitamin C, and B. It also keeps skin healthy and beautiful because of its vitamin A and E contents. Partaking of juiced cabbage is known to assist in curing stomach and intestinal ulcers. Cabbage also contains fiber and iron which make the digestive system function optimally.


What to combine this juice with?


A mixture of cabbage and carrot juice can be a very powerful juice.


Why?


Not only will this mixture help those with sensitive stomachs, it will also give energy and revitalize the body.


Important Preparation Tips:


Wash the leaves of the cabbage under cold water thoroughly before juicing so that most of the contaminants have been removed.


Carrot Juice




Carrots, like the previously mentioned fruits and vegetables are rich in vitamins A, B1, B2, and C. In addition, carrots contain a potent amount of iron and iodine. They are among the best fortifying agents around. 


What to combine this juice with?


An exquisite mixture of juices are 2/3 carrots and 1/3 celery. Another beautiful combination is mixing 1/2 apple juice with 1/2 carrot juice. 


Why?


By combining 2/3 carrot juice with 1/3 celery juice, a healthy and tasteful mixture is achieved. To improve the flavor of this juice adding a few drops of lemon juice will do the trick. 1/2 apple juice and 1/2 carrot juice can also be a tasty and nutritional treat.


Important preparation tips:



  • Select large firm carrots because they posses the most vitamins and minerals than the smaller, light-yellow carrots.
  • Carrots should also be vigorously brushed and washed thoroughly.
  • Do not peel carrots or cut across, instead snip off the ends and insert into the juicer.



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