Daily TribuneOkra shows signs of preventing breast cancer cell growth.
Love is a universal word with multi-dimensional meanings. It is a multi-faceted emotion often interchanged with liking or desire. In today’s world, love is synonymous with all levels of feeling, from religious and spiritual to platonic and romantic. Today, we explore the practical side of love in ways that express kindness to our bodies through lifestyle choices to benefit one’s health. So, straight from a healing kitchen of sorts, here are some ways to love our bodies.
Ever heard of okra water? Something as simple as okra, aka “lady’s finger” can help you in many ways:
•Fiber — rich okra — classified as a fruit, it is packed with fiber designed to address constipation.
•Cholesterol — control — it may manage cholesterol in the stomach due to its gel — like liquid called mucilage that binds to fat and excretes it from the body.
•Anti — cancer possibilities — While more research is needed, initial tests showed that okra shows signs of preventing breast cancer cell growth.
•May lower blood sugar — okra has shown blood sugar lowering capabilities although more studies are needed.
•Wash a handful of fresh okra.
•Chop them in small portions.
•Place them in a jar half-filled with water.
•Leave overnight in the ref. You may opt to keep it for 24 hours before drinking it.
•Strain the water. Get half a cup of the okra water.
•Mix with 1/2 teaspoon of raw honey. (optional)
•Drink up on an empty stomach.
•Consume 30 minutes before breakfast.
It has to be the popular carrot juice. Its benefits include improved vision, stronger immunity and radiant skin. On top of these, it also supports cardiovascular and blood pressure health.
This versatile vegetable is a powerhouse of nutritional gifts. So, if you want to get into the habit of juicing, start with carrots.
Drinking carrot juice daily will provide you with potassium, vitamins A, C and K.
Wash and peel the carrots. Chop them in small chunks. Place in a juicer.
Drink it pure, preferably on an empty stomach.
Raw potato juice. You heard right. When your skin turns red and dry, it is time to consider potatoes the raw way.
When addressing itchy skin problems , apply fresh raw potato juice directly on the irritation. You may also drink the juice for an inside — out approach.
There’s more. This juice can boost circulation as it is rich in vitamin B. The Ph level of uncooked potato is alkaline. Therefore, if you wish to address acidity in your body, simply take raw potato juice.
Some people have also experienced an easing of arthritic pain after a week of juicing. This natural remedy is good for excess uric acid and gastritis. Take it before sleeping or first thing in the morning.
Vitamin C can help improve the mood because it is involved in the synthesis of the neurotransmitter serotonin. The result: feeling good. It also maintains healthy skin, bones and blood vessels.
Start your day with vitamin C packed fruits like papaya, orange, pineapple, kiwi, guava, grapefruit, strawberries, cantaloupe, star fruit and mango.
You can make your own fresh fruit salad minus the heavy cream. Instead use yoghurt or a non — dairy coconut yoghurt.
Affirmation: Today is a new day, full of love and blessings.
Love and Light.
