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Herbal ecstasy, or relief for respiratory problems?
Supplements containing ephedra products are very popular in the United States. Today they are commonly used as energy boosters to enhance physical performance, or as appetite suppressants to aid in weight-loss regimes. Truck drivers have also used these supplements to sustain alertness and reduce fatigue.
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Soluble Fiber to the Rescue
Many people consume highly refined diets that contain very little fiber. In addition, they drink inadequate amounts of water and fail to engage in a regular exercise program. This produces a sluggish intestinal tract with constipation. A large number of people seek relief by spending millions of dollars on various laxatives.
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Ingredients:
1 20-oz. can crushed pineapple, undrained
1/2 c. minced red bell pepper
1/4 c. minced green bell pepper
1 T. minced green onion
1 T. minced cilantro leaves
1 T. diced green chilies
1 t. grated lime peel
Ancient Medicine for Modern Diseases
Fenugreek (Trigonella foenum-graecum), a member of the pea family, is an annual plant that grows from four to 20 inches in height and has pale-yellow flowers. The botanical name for fenugreek means “Greek hay”, since it was used at one time to scent poor quality hay. The plant is native to the Mediterranean region, the Ukraine, India, and China. Today it is cultivated primarily in India, Morocco, Turkey, and China.
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Ingredients:
2 ripe avocados, peeled and cubed
1/2 c. lemon juice
4 ripe, firm tomatoes, chopped
2 large oranges (peeled, sectioned, seeded, and cubed)
1/4 c. chopped parsley
The All-purpose Gel
Aloe vera, or commercial products containing aloe, are found in most American households. Aloe vera gel is widely used for the treatment of various skin conditions. Aloe-containing creams, gels, and ointments are used for minor burns, sunburn, cuts and abrasions, wounds, and frostbite. Aloe gel is also found in many shampoos, soaps, sunscreens, skin creams and other cosmetics that are used to soothe, heal, protect, and moisturize the skin..
Aloe vera is a stemless perennial evergreen plant belonging to the lily family. It is thought to have originated from northern Africa and the Arabian Peninsula. Today it is widely cultivated in southern Texas, Mexico, and coastal Venezuela.
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Ingredients:
1/2 c. olive oil
3 lg. onions, chopped
1 t. salt
1 c. uncooked brown rice
1 T. fresh dill, chopped, or
1 t. dry dillweed
1/2 c. chopped parsley (reserve stems)
5 green onions, minced
2 lemons
2 1/2 c. water
1 1/2 lb. jar grape leaves in brine
For Common Complaints
Ginseng is one of the most popular of the commonly used herbs in the United States today. This slow-growing perennial has been used medicinally in Asia for more than 2,000 years. Asian ginseng (Panax ginseng) grows throughout Korea, China, and Japan, while American ginseng (Panax quinquefolius) grows throughout the eastern region of North America. Ginseng is relatively expensive since it is quite difficult to grow. Normally it takes the ginseng root about four to six years to reach maturity.
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Ingredients:
2 lbs. extra-firm tofu
1 carrot, grated
1 zucchini, grated
1 c. potato flakes
1 c. hot water
1/3 c. soy milk powder
2 T. olive oil
1/2 onion, diced
1 t. oregano
1 t. basil
1 t. thyme
1 t. garlic powder
1/2 t. salt
1 16-oz. package manicotti shells
1 24-oz. jar pasta sauce
For Common Complaints
Chamomile (Matricaria recutita) is one of the best known and most versatile of medicinal plants. While it is indigenous to various parts of central and southern Europe (Germany, Hungary, Slovakia, Italy, and Croatia), and northwestern Asia, chamomile is now widely cultivated in Australia, Argentina, the United States, northern Africa, and Egypt.
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