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Key information on how our choices of food/beverages/herbs & spices affects our health and well-being, a lot of information covered with important links/ references. [949 words]
ABOUT
THE AUTHOR
I am a Senior Nutrition Student, poet, who is passionate about people and planet. Check out my book. "My World in Words: A Collection of Passionate Poetry." www.joe-in-the-know.blogspot.com. Twitter:@JoeAlbrecht6 [March 2017]
AUTHOR'S OTHER TITLES (48) A Blessing And A Curse (Poetry) Poem about speaking my feelings to another who didn't feel the same. [75 words] A New School Of Thought: Insights On Our World (Reference) Notes I took on a lecture with Noam Chomsky and Angela Davis about foreign policy, education, media, culture, the environment and other issues. [502 words] Age Difference Diamante (Poetry) A different style of poetry that changes to the opposite of what you began with (in my case, after the word "mindful". It also has the shape of a diamond; hence the name Diamante [14 words] All Clear For Nuclear (Non-Fiction) A paper on the benefits of nuclear nonproliferation. [1,005 words] Alternative And Holistic Health Information (Reference) This is information which I've recieved from various quality scientific studies. My sources for the information are listed as well. Hope you find it to be of good use. [428 words] [Health] Book Review: Re-Made In The Usa-Todd Lipscomb (Non-Fiction) Americans wanting to help heal their nation should read this inspiring book. [156 words] Breaking Down Nanotechnology: Some Key Issues Of Concern (Reference) Information about the controversial use of nanotechnology, and how to avoid it. [3,020 words] [Health] Cherish (Poetry) - [68 words] Climate Change: Alarms And Silencers (Non-Fiction) Where the most insightful voices are coming from to weigh in on climate change. [448 words] Don't Double Down (Elo Cover) (Songs) So congress lets banks pay just 0.75 percent while doubling student loan rates from 3.4 to 6.8... [164 words] Fight Fire With Fire (Short Stories) A short story I wrote about an oil company at odds with everyday people and Mother Nature. [2,367 words] Foods And Drinks For Health (Reference) A menu for various types of ailments, consisting of foods and drinks shown to be effective. [663 words] [Health] Fruit Of The Earth: My Joy Of Homesteading (Non-Fiction) About gardening from scratch. [442 words] [Motivational] Horseshoes & Hand Grenades (Poetry) - [94 words] I'll Go (Songs) Song lyrics I wrote about modern times and how people react. [163 words] It's Real (Songs) Some song lyrics that I wrote about eveyday life. Every part is fully original and my own work. [162 words] Katrina's Dance (Songs) Sung to "Katrina's Dance" by The Rippingtons [323 words] Key Points Of Mother Jones Article On Sugar (Reference) Details about "Sweet Little Lies" (November/December 2012) that one may want to read about. [613 words] [Health] Less And More (Poetry) - [95 words] Letter To Nyc Mayor Bloomberg (Non-Fiction) A call to action on behalf of struggling NYC workers. [241 words] Media Commentary And Invitation To A Different Life (Non-Fiction) Living the life of sustainability which many just preach about. [295 words] Military Might (Poetry) "The pathway to least resistance always overcomes strength" -Sensei Ryu Okoyama [68 words] Military Mighttaxpayer Fright (Non-Fiction) How those outside the beltway view America's militarism and imperialistic policies. [789 words] Money : All The Wrong Reasons (Reference) How the U.S. seems to be ripping apart at the seams. [680 words] My Reasons For Writing (Songs) Some information about me. [356 words] My World In Words (Poetry) My book of poems is out! "My World in Words: A Collection of Passionate Poetry." [9 words] New Progressive News On Failing Economy (Reference) After hearing and learning about our current crises,I sometimes find myself hopeless that the information isn't more mainstream. I was glad to see this piece by economist Joseph Stiglitz who won the N... [1,116 words] Nike And The Like: The American Birth Of Globalization (Reference) An ivestigation of the detrimental process of globalization. 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[549 words] Sunday Mornings (Short Stories) A description on how our kitchen looks on sunday mornings and the events that happen throughout the rest of the day. (Not finished yet) [699 words] Taking A Closer Look (Non-Fiction) Reinforcement of beliefs, values, and curiosity can help throughout life. [373 words] [Motivational] The Paycheck Of Perversion (Poetry) - [120 words] The Physical And Psycological Benefits Of Exercise (Reference) Information from Joe Henderson (Consulting Editor of "Runner's World") as well as from www.garynull.com http://garynull.com/GNthisArticle.php?article=30 Thank You. [384 words] [Self-Help] The Power Of Nonviolence (Non-Fiction) A speech by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. clarifying what nonviolent resistance is and what effects it can have on society and the world. [207 words] [Motivational] The Progressive Movement : Final Opportunity For A Change In The Status Quo (Reference) To Glenn Beck, his audience, and everyone out there who unfortunately is mislead about what a Progressive really is [1,029 words] The Right To Work For Less (Non-Fiction) A piece about the current state of American working conditions. [422 words] U.S. Vs Them (Songs) I've created this to express my thoughts in a creative way, rather than just bombarding people with news. Every part of this is entirely original and 100% my own work. [148 words] What We Are Not Told About War (Non-Fiction) This is information that I have gathered from two books: 'Death of the Liberal Class' and ;Blackwater: The Rise Of The World's Most Powerful Mercenary Army' [2,401 words] Why To Say No To G.M.O. (Reference) Helpful information about genetic engineering of our foods.Feel free to leave a comment of wht you think. It's encouraged. 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Nutrition For Overall Well-Being Joseph Albrecht
As the pace of modern living ever increases, it often transcends crucial aspects of our overall well-being. One area where this is especially prominent is nutrition. For many, what we consume has become more processed, altered and "convenient" compared to days past. While this accounts for our rapid pace of living to continue, it also accounts for why diseases like diabetes, heart disease, cancer, low immunity and others are rapidly escalating. Here we will look into these and other common diseases and explore the relationship of sound nutrition in regards to overall health and well-being.
Cancer: This ominous disease takes root at the most basic building block of health: our cells. Cellular health can be very much an indicator of one's overall disease state. Today, foods are laced with chemicals and preservatives which, while enhancing shelf-life, interfere with cellular metabolism. Furthermore cells are attacked by free-radicals (a by-product of metabolism and respiration), which erode their health.
Fortunately, we can help our cells fight off disease with nutrition (along with exercise, meditation, etc). Fruits and vegetables are full of antioxidants, phyto-chemicals, fiber, vitamins and minerals. These compounds protect against free-radicals and enhance the health of our cells. It's important to choose organic when possible and wash your produce well to reduce additives.
Dark leafy greens: Spinach, kale,Swiss chard, as well as romaine, arugula and butterhead lettuces have ample chlorophyll which cleanses the blood of toxins. They are also rich in vitamins A,C and K with ample amounts of fiber to keep our intestines healthy.
Combinations of dark greens and fruits (such as apple or kiwi) can be used can be used to make juices. Juices allow you to get higher concentrations of essential fruits and vegetables which is necessary to help fight off cancer.
Promoting an alkaline environment also guards against cancer (which thrives in acidic conditions). This can be done by using the dark leafy greens above in addition to lemon juice, almonds, and spices like turmeric and ginger. Avoid/lessen sugar, dairy, processed foods and caffeine as these drastically increase acidity.
For more information on eating well for healing cancer, please visit http://cancercompassalternateroute.com
Heart disease: Here we want to look at our ratio of saturated to unsaturated fats. Saturated fat primarily comes from animal sources like red meats and butter. Overtime, this can build up around our internal organs, leading to heart disease and other conditions. Eating for heart health consists of reducing saturated fat and increasing unsaturated fat from vegetable oils, nuts and seeds. These have been shown to both lower LDL (bad) cholesterol and raise HDL (good) cholesterol.
Flavonoids are antioxidants rich in onions, apples, tea and other foods/drinks. These can help keep arteries flexible and better able to deal with stresses from diet/exercise according to Joe A. Vinson, PhD, who specializes in the study of flavonoids at the University of Scranton in Pennsylvania.
Anthocyanidins are a particular group of flavonoids found in brightly-colored fruits like cherries and blueberries. In one Italian study, involving 79 patients with a history of nonfatal heart attack and 682 patients with no history of heart attack, researchers found that higher anthocyanidin intake resulted in lower risk of heart disease,
-"The Doctor's Book of Food Remedies". Rodale Inc, 2007. Selene Yeager and the Editors of Prevention (Pgs 324-329).
Garlic also helps reduce LDL cholesterol and raise HDL which decreases risk of heart disease.
Diabetes: It's crucial for people living with diabetes to avoid/limit refined grains and added sugars wherever possible. Whole grains, nuts, seeds, legumes and vegetables are rich in fiber which lowers blood sugar. Fruits also have ample fiber, but should be used cautiously due to their high sugar content. Lower-glycemic fruits include cantaloupe, grapefruit, prunes, cherries and dried apricots.
Broccoli, barley, and various nuts/seeds are great for reducing blood sugar due to their high levels of chromium and fiber.
Herbs like turmeric, ginger, cayenne and cinnamon have shown to lower blood sugar, so it may be helpful to try adding these with meals.
Vitamins C helps insulin penetrate cells to lower blood sugar. This antioxidant also guards against damage to eyes, nerves and blood vessels which are often compromised in people with diabetes.
Vitamin E helps prevent blood platelet clots which occurs frequently with diabetes, and may help insulin carry sugar from the blood into cells.
Immune Health: Our immune system is one of the most important defenses against disease, particularly with bacteria/viruses. An immunity boosting diet is rich in a variety of whole fruits, vegetables, juices and herbs. Try not to limit yourself with the produce you choose as different foods possess different nutrients. Vitamins C, D & E are crucial for healthy immune function in addition to zinc, iron, copper and selenium, according to researchers from the University of Southampton in England. Also, increased intake of vitamin B6 (from 1.5 to 2.1 micrograms) resulted in a 35% increase in the white blood cell counts of women in one study from Oregon State University.
--"The Doctor's Book of Food Remedies". Rodale Inc, 2007. Selene Yeager and the Editors of Prevention (Pg 345).
Whole grains, nuts, seeds, legumes and whole fruits/vegetables are essential for keeping our intestines healthy, where a significant source of immunity is located. Probiotics from fermented foods such as Greek yogurt, kimchi, kefir and kombucha can also aid in boosting immunity from within our gut.
More information on probiotics and intestinal health at http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/17919270
As research demonstrating clear relationships between nutrition and well-being expands, there will be more opportunities for nutrition to play a role in the treatment of various diseases. Becoming actively involved in cooking and meal preparation allows for more exposure to new foods. Being open and engaged in what one consumes can have highly rewarding effects on our health and how we perceive it.
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