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Wednesday, May 20, 2020
Saturday, May 16, 2020
What to do about inflammation
#75HARD came to a squishing halt. I realized yesterday morning the day before I was short 8oz of water. That means, in short, you have to start over. At some point in the near future, I may do that.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to treat, diagnose, prevent or cure any disease.
To a healing future,
Rob
The Need To GROW / Earth Conscious Life
Inflammation is an important response in the human body.
It can assist in the healing of damaged tissue during an injury, or to fight a foreign body like an irritant or pathogen.
But when inflammation is not kept in check, experts agree that chronic inflammation is associated with everything from heart disease, allergies, obesity, skin issues, arthritis, and so much more.
Cleaning up our diets is one of the best ways to reduce inflammation. Food sensitivity tests can be helpful, as well as becoming more attuned to your body after you eat certain foods.
You may be able to notice changes in factors like energy levels, mood, skin clarity, focus, or digestive or bathroom discomfort.
Working with a qualified healthcare practitioner, preferably one who practices functional or integrative medicine, or a nutritionist, is a great way to have support to determine what foods are best for you.
Remember, not every food acts the same in everybody.
This is one of the reasons diet and nutrition can be such highly debated topics.
But as you continue on the life-long journey of optimizing your diet, here are some foods and herbs to keep in mind that may come in handy if you are actively trying to reduce inflammation.
TOP 9 HERBS & FOODS THAT REDUCE INFLAMMATION
Ginger: Ginger reduces inflammation as well as “warms” the body. Its ability to increase circulation, paired with its anti-inflammatory properties makes it useful for treating osteoarthritis, and other conditions due to impaired circulation. Ginger also improves digestion by enhancing the secretion of gastric juices and is useful for nausea, gas, and motion sickness.
Cayenne Pepper: Cayenne is both anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidative, and increases circulation. Cayenne may help in preventing certain types of cancers, hardening of the arteries, reducing histamine response. It's also useful in healing the mucous membranes, specifically those damaged by aspirin.
Turmeric: Turmeric is widely known as one of the most potent anti-inflammatory herbs in the world and has been used for centuries as a treatment for inflammatory diseases. Turmeric has also been used by some to help prevent Alzheimer's Disease and tumor growth.
Pomegranate: Pomegranates are rich in polyphenols which are not only anti-oxidative but also anti-inflammatory. Pomegranates are useful in breaking down arterial plaque and strengthening the integrity of arteries. Studies show that pomegranate also inhibits the progression of tumor cells by inhibiting the growth of new blood vessels to tumors.
Sarsaparilla: Sarsaparilla contains steroidal compounds that are anti-inflammatory and can be used as a homeopathic alternative to treating inflamed skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and psoriatic arthritis. It can also be useful in arthritis, gout, and inflammation of connective tissue. Sarsaparilla is used in some countries as a heal-all herb, as it also has the ability to bind to toxins inside the gut and enhance the excretion of metabolic waste.
Blueberry: Blueberries are high in proanthocyanidins, polyphenols that are potent anti-inflammatory agents. These berries have a strong ability to inhibit inflammatory cytokines which contribute to tissue damage, cellular damage, and even cancer. Blueberries also reduce histamine production and increase circulation to the brain, which makes them useful in treating allergies. Studies have shown that as little as 1/2 cup of blueberries per day can enhance cognitive function, memory, and motor skills.
Elderberry: Elderberry is not only useful for treating colds, influenza, and other viral respiratory disorders, but the anti-inflammatory property of this berry is also useful in reducing histamine production, specifically around the eyes. Elderberry is also rich in Vitamin C, antioxidants, and antiviral proteins.
Cat’s Claw: Cat’s Claw has been traditionally used for treating cancers, but due to its potent anti-inflammatory activity, it is also used for inflammatory conditions such as arthritis and gastritis. Cat’s Claw also has powerful antiviral properties as well as immune system boosting
Gotu Kola: Gotu Kola is a powerful anti-inflammatory and is useful for inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. The herb is also used to treat autoimmune conditions, strengthening and repairing connective tissue in conditions such as arthritis, and is most highly known for it being a “brain tonic”, as it enhances circulation to the brain and has been shown to reduce anxiety and depression.
It can assist in the healing of damaged tissue during an injury, or to fight a foreign body like an irritant or pathogen.
But when inflammation is not kept in check, experts agree that chronic inflammation is associated with everything from heart disease, allergies, obesity, skin issues, arthritis, and so much more.
Cleaning up our diets is one of the best ways to reduce inflammation. Food sensitivity tests can be helpful, as well as becoming more attuned to your body after you eat certain foods.
You may be able to notice changes in factors like energy levels, mood, skin clarity, focus, or digestive or bathroom discomfort.
Working with a qualified healthcare practitioner, preferably one who practices functional or integrative medicine, or a nutritionist, is a great way to have support to determine what foods are best for you.
Remember, not every food acts the same in everybody.
This is one of the reasons diet and nutrition can be such highly debated topics.
But as you continue on the life-long journey of optimizing your diet, here are some foods and herbs to keep in mind that may come in handy if you are actively trying to reduce inflammation.
TOP 9 HERBS & FOODS THAT REDUCE INFLAMMATION
Ginger: Ginger reduces inflammation as well as “warms” the body. Its ability to increase circulation, paired with its anti-inflammatory properties makes it useful for treating osteoarthritis, and other conditions due to impaired circulation. Ginger also improves digestion by enhancing the secretion of gastric juices and is useful for nausea, gas, and motion sickness.
Cayenne Pepper: Cayenne is both anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidative, and increases circulation. Cayenne may help in preventing certain types of cancers, hardening of the arteries, reducing histamine response. It's also useful in healing the mucous membranes, specifically those damaged by aspirin.
Turmeric: Turmeric is widely known as one of the most potent anti-inflammatory herbs in the world and has been used for centuries as a treatment for inflammatory diseases. Turmeric has also been used by some to help prevent Alzheimer's Disease and tumor growth.
Pomegranate: Pomegranates are rich in polyphenols which are not only anti-oxidative but also anti-inflammatory. Pomegranates are useful in breaking down arterial plaque and strengthening the integrity of arteries. Studies show that pomegranate also inhibits the progression of tumor cells by inhibiting the growth of new blood vessels to tumors.
Sarsaparilla: Sarsaparilla contains steroidal compounds that are anti-inflammatory and can be used as a homeopathic alternative to treating inflamed skin conditions such as eczema, psoriasis, and psoriatic arthritis. It can also be useful in arthritis, gout, and inflammation of connective tissue. Sarsaparilla is used in some countries as a heal-all herb, as it also has the ability to bind to toxins inside the gut and enhance the excretion of metabolic waste.
Blueberry: Blueberries are high in proanthocyanidins, polyphenols that are potent anti-inflammatory agents. These berries have a strong ability to inhibit inflammatory cytokines which contribute to tissue damage, cellular damage, and even cancer. Blueberries also reduce histamine production and increase circulation to the brain, which makes them useful in treating allergies. Studies have shown that as little as 1/2 cup of blueberries per day can enhance cognitive function, memory, and motor skills.
Elderberry: Elderberry is not only useful for treating colds, influenza, and other viral respiratory disorders, but the anti-inflammatory property of this berry is also useful in reducing histamine production, specifically around the eyes. Elderberry is also rich in Vitamin C, antioxidants, and antiviral proteins.
Cat’s Claw: Cat’s Claw has been traditionally used for treating cancers, but due to its potent anti-inflammatory activity, it is also used for inflammatory conditions such as arthritis and gastritis. Cat’s Claw also has powerful antiviral properties as well as immune system boosting
Gotu Kola: Gotu Kola is a powerful anti-inflammatory and is useful for inflammatory skin conditions such as eczema and psoriasis. The herb is also used to treat autoimmune conditions, strengthening and repairing connective tissue in conditions such as arthritis, and is most highly known for it being a “brain tonic”, as it enhances circulation to the brain and has been shown to reduce anxiety and depression.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to treat, diagnose, prevent or cure any disease.
To a healing future,
Rob
The Need To GROW / Earth Conscious Life
Thursday, May 14, 2020
#75HARD DAY 60 COMPLETED!!!
#75HARD DAY 60 COMPLETED!!! 15 MORE TO GO!!!
Ramadan Mubarak!! It's going well. Pretty much the same routine every day. Reading, water, fasting, exercising twice a day, eating plant-based, stock classes, 20 min of sun and I'll stop there.
Just a few pics from the past week since I've been MIA.
Ramadan Mubarak!! It's going well. Pretty much the same routine every day. Reading, water, fasting, exercising twice a day, eating plant-based, stock classes, 20 min of sun and I'll stop there.
Just a few pics from the past week since I've been MIA.
https://aiem.savingshighway.com/ Covid-19 Poster at the bus stop
Borsch-cold soup
Vegan black beans and rice dish Walking on a moonlit night
Mediterranean Dish Night walk just before sunset
You guys have a great week and be safe out there.
Peace
Tuesday, May 5, 2020
It's A Plant Powered Lifestyle
#75HARD DAY 51 COMPLETED! s
Yep...it's all plant-based. Good night.
Peace
Monday, May 4, 2020
Night Walker
#75HARD DAY 50 COMPLETE!!!! 25 more to go!
Nightwalker was at it again. I think tomorrow I'll go for a bike ride.
A pretty typical day. Reading, stock lectures, health lectures, and music.
I would say the highlight was walking barefooted in the Sun while walking in the grass for 20 min. I can't tell you last time I walked barefooted. It was great!!! How about you?
A day of gratitude. Ameen
Peace
Nightwalker was at it again. I think tomorrow I'll go for a bike ride.
A pretty typical day. Reading, stock lectures, health lectures, and music.
I would say the highlight was walking barefooted in the Sun while walking in the grass for 20 min. I can't tell you last time I walked barefooted. It was great!!! How about you?
A day of gratitude. Ameen
Peace
Saturday, May 2, 2020
Financial Literacy
#75HARD DAY 49 COMPLETED!!!!
I snap this shot off a lecture the other night.
Food for thought that should spark some action.
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Let's eat!!! Good night..........
Honor Major Taylor
Today was honor Major Taylor day for me. I sported a Major Taylor tee shirt today, proudly I might add. For more info about this world champion cyclist please visit: https://www.majortaylorassociation.org/
Who Was Major Taylor?
"Life is too short for a man to hold bitterness in his heart."
Marshall W. "Major" Taylor
Marshall W. "Major" Taylor
American bicycle racer Marshall Walter "Major" Taylor (1878-1932) was the word’s first black sports superstar. He was world cycling champion in 1899, American sprint champion in 1900, and set numerous track cycling records. Nicknamed “Major” in his youth in Indianapolis and later known as “the Worcester Whirlwind” after his adopted hometown in Massachusetts, he was the second African-American world champion in any sport (after Canadian-born bantamweight boxer George Dixon of Boston won his title in 1891). In the Jim Crow era of strict racial segregation, Taylor had to fight prejudice just to get on the starting line. He faced closed doors and open hostility with remarkable dignity. In his retirement he wrote his autobiography, “The Fastest Bicycle Rider in the World.”Worcester Whirlwind flier
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The following newspaper articles by Major Taylor Association board member Lynne Tolman originally appeared in the Worcester Telegram & Gazette.
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This is what I came across on my walk near one of the neighborhood parks.
Peace
Friday, May 1, 2020
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