Brassica family, (Broccoli, Cauliflower, Kale, Brussels sprouts, Cabbage)
2013-10-8 | Author: Mary Sjoberg
This family of vegetables provides nutrient powerhouses. They are high in compounds called indoles which help to reduce harmful effects of estrogens. Indoles have been shown to reduce breast, cervical, and colon cancer. The brassicas also contain sulforaphane, a compound which stimulates liver detoxification enzymes and helps the liver to…
Read MoreGarlic and onions
2013-10-8 | Author: Mary Sjoberg
Garlic is one of the oldest medicinal foods used by humans. It is a spice, an herb, and a medicine. Garlic is anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, and anti-viral. Hence, it has been used to stimulate the immune system. In Asian nutrition, garlic is used as a dispersing and warming herb used to…
Read MoreShiitake Mushrooms
2013-10-8 | Author: Mary Sjoberg
The health benefits of shiitake mushrooms have been recognized for over 6000 years. In addition to being an excellent source of vitamins B-complex and D, shiitakes provide immune support by stimulating the macrophages which inhibit cancer cells. They also provide a protective effect against inflammation, toxins, and radiation. Shiitakes have…
Read MoreSeaweeds
2013-10-8 | Author: Mary Sjoberg
There are many types of seaweeds, including nori, kombu, kelp, arame, wakame, and Makebu. Seaweeds contain all 100 minerals needed by the body. The iodine in seaweeds supports the thyroid gland and helps protect the body against damage caused by radiation exposure. Seaweed has been used traditionally both internally and…
Read MoreTurnips
2013-10-8 | Author: Mary Sjoberg
The long history of turnips, along with other members of the cabbage family, traces their use to the Mediterranean areas dating from pre-history. Cultivation began in Eurasia about 4000 years ago. Turnips are related to radishes and rutabagas. They have been called a “poor man’s vegetable” because they can grow…
Read MoreGarlic (and the onion family)
2013-10-8 | Author: Mary Sjoberg
Garlic is from the allium family along with onions, shallots, and chives. It is one of the oldest medicinal foods used by humans. References for garlic can be found in the Egyptian Ebers Papyrus, and in records about its use by Hippocrates to treat chest pain, leprosy, and toothache. The…
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