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Ginger root is a herbal remedy that can be used to relieve stomach upset. It normally acts as a kitchen ingredient for cooking. However, this root has been used for over 2,000 years and has been put to use in countries in Asia and others such as Arabia, China and India. Many in the western world now are realizing about the medicinal benefits of using ginger root. It can be used for the relief of stomach pains, as well as as for relieving morning sickness in pregnant women and motion sickness.

Studies have shown that people who are about to board planes, trains, boats or those preparing for long car trips and who are prone to motion sickness should take 1,500 mg of ginger approximately a half an hour before they begin their travels. If pure ginger root is not available, it is also possible to benefit from drinking a 12-ounce glass of ginger ale, other than consuming capsules or taking ginger in the form of a tea.

Ginger is said to be effective if not better than Dramamine at relieving the undesirable symptoms of motion sickness. Hence, before going on your travels, it is prudent to pack a bottle of ginger tablets or capsules with you. Do note that in order to reap its benefits, gingre needs to be taken ahead of time so the body can digest it.

There are may ways to consume this herbal remedy to relieve stomach upset. Ginger root (Zingiber officinale) can be purchased powder form that can be made into ginger tea. Alternatively, you can also use dried ginger root to make tea. To prepare ginger tea simply add a teaspoon of ginger in powdered form to a cup of boiling water.

Powdered ginger can also be used as an added ingredient in many recipes, including casseroles, soups and chowders. Ginger can also be pickled for the purposes of using it in baking and it can be crystallized to use for making jams or jellies. Ginger snaps taken after a meal can help ease digestion. Ginger bread for morning breakfast is also another good idea.

While this herbal remedy to relieve stomach upset can be used by almost anyone, you should stay clear of it if it is the form of dried ginger root and if you are pregnant.

Why Do You Need Raw Juice Therapy?
By: Riana Lance

When I was a kid, my mom used to make me different kinds of juices like orange, tomato, and carrot juices. I always like them until now as they do increase the appetite.

But, I wasn’t sure about the benefits until one day, when I got older; I saw my aunt consumed so many juices everyday.

I noticed that this was part of her cancer treatment. She got better after an intensive course of consuming 13 glasses of juices each day. An example of her juice combinations is orange, carrot, and dark leafy greens.

Thanks to the juice therapy she is still with us until now.

Today, there are more and more people consuming fruit and vegetable juices as part of their lifestyle to increase healthy life. They think it is the simplest form of prevention and cure.

Most sicknesses are the direct result of the lack or deficiency of vitamins, minerals and salts needed by the body to function properly. It’s important for us to make sure we have enough of those substances. Raw juice therapy can be the answer.

Raw juice therapy is a way of healing and preventing sickness through an exclusive diet of fruits and vegetables juices. It is also the most effective way to bring back health and restore the body.

Based on the http://healthlibrary.com, here are some juices needed to cure some ailments:

1. Sore Throat – apricot, grapes, lemon, pineapple, prune, tomato, carrot and parsley.
2. Headache - grapes, lemon, carrot, lettuce and spinach.
3. Colds – lemon, orange, grapefruit, pineapple, carrot, onion, celery and spinach.
4. Influenza – apricot, orange, lemon, grapefruit, pineapple, carrot, onion and spinach.
5. Allergies – apricot, grapes, carrot, beet and spinach.
6. Eye Disorders: apricot, tomato, carrot, celery, parsley and spinach.
7. Constipation - apple, pear, grapes, lemon, carrot, beet, spinach and watercress.
8. Diabetes – citrus fruits, carrot, celery, lettuce and spinach.
9. Acne – grapes, pear, plum, tomato, cucumber, carrot, potato and spinach.
10. Asthma – apricot, lemon, pineapple, peach, carrot, radish and celery.

You may drink the juice every three hours or take five to six times a day until you feel better. The quantity of juice on each occasion may be 250 ml on the first day and increased by 50 ml each succeeding day ‘till you can take 600 ml on each occasion.

If you want to do raw juice therapy, here are things you must consider to give the best juice for your body:

• Drink the juice immediately after you make it.
• Use only fresh ripe fruits and vegetables.
• Extract fruits and vegetables only as much as you need for immediate consumption.
• Oxidation happens rapidly in fruit and vegetables after you make them into juice. If you store them too long they might lose the medicinal value. For example, apples turn brown so quickly.
• Add water if the juice is too sweet, especially for diabetics.

Enjoy your favorite juice…

Article Source: http://www.healthandwellnesscentral.com

Riana Lance writes about health in some publications. Twice a week she informs her health tips and knowledge in a newsletter. Subscribe to get your free twice a week newsletters so you can stay healthy for the rest of your life from Heathifica.com

Obviously, the mom needs to be adequately nourished to provide not only for her own body but also for her baby.

During lactation, she needs to have plenty of fluid. Whether in the form of a beverage, soup or just plain water, she needs to drink the whole day.

Plenty of fish (eg. Salmon) and vegetables are additional sources for her vitamins, fatty acids and minerals requirement.

Excessive caffeine intake and smoking has been shown to adversely affect milk production.

Here is a recipe that is excellent for a fruity beverage:
6 Strawberries
1 Banana
Rice Milk
Honey (if desired)
Blend all and add crushed ice.