The diabetic dilemma.

The 100 million diabetic dilemma: Neal Barnard at TEDxFremont

Currently 100 million Americans are pre-diabetic or diabetic, and one in three kids born after the year 2000 will develop diabetes. Neal Barnard, clinical researcher and founder of the Physicians Committee for Responsible Medicine (PCRM), identifies the causes of this serious issue and advises us how we can fight these statistics.
http://www.nealbarnard.org/

Apple The Facts

Apple Facts

• The crabapple is the only apple native to North America.
• Apples come in all shades of reds, greens, and yellows.
• Two pounds of apples make one 9-inch pie.
• Apple blossom is the state flower of Michigan.
• 2,500 varieties of apples are grown in the United States.
• 7,500 varieties of apples are grown throughout the world.
• 100 varieties of apples are grown commercially in the United States.
• Apples are grown commercially in 36 states.
• Apples are grown in all 50 states.
• Apples are fat, sodium, and cholesterol free.
• A medium apple is about 80 calories.
• Apples are a great source of the fiber pectin. One apple has five grams of fiber.
• The pilgrims planted the first United States apple trees in the Massachusetts Bay Colony.
• The science of apple growing is called pomology.
• Apple trees take four to five years to produce their first fruit.
• Most apples are still picked by hand in the fall.
• Apple varieties range in size from a little larger than a cherry to as large as a grapefruit.
• Apples are propagated by two methods: grafting or budding.
• The apple tree originated in an area between the Caspian and the Black Sea.
• Apples were the favorite fruit of ancient Greeks and Romans.
• Apples are a member of the rose family.
• Apples harvested from an average tree can fill 20 boxes that weigh 42 pounds each.
• The largest apple picked weighed three pounds.
• Europeans eat about 46 pounds of apples annually.
• The average size of a United States orchard is 50 acres.
• Many growers use dwarf apple trees.
• Charred apples have been found in prehistoric dwellings in Switzerland.
• Most apple blossoms are pink when they open but gradually fade to white.
• Some apple trees will grow over 40 feet high and live over 100 years.
• Most apples can be grown farther north than most other fruits, because they blossom late in spring, minimizing frost damage.
• It takes the energy from 50 leaves to produce one apple.
• Apples are the second most valuable fruit grown in the United States. Oranges are first.
• In colonial time, apples were called winter banana or melt-in-the-mouth.
• The largest U. S. apple crop was 277.3 million cartons in 1998.
• Apples have five seed pockets or carpels. Each pocket contains seeds. The number of seeds per carpel is determined by the vigor and health of the plant. Different varieties of apples will have different number of seeds.
• World's top apple producers are China, United States, Turkey, Poland and Italy.
• The Lady or Api apple is one of the oldest varieties in existence.
• Newton Pippin apples were the first apples exported from America in 1768, some were sent to Benjamin Franklin in London.
• In 1730, the first apple nursery was opened in Flushing, New York.
• One of George Washington's hobbies was pruning his apple trees.
• America's longest-lived apple tree was reportedly planted in 1647 by Peter Stuyvesant in his Manhattan orchard and was still bearing fruit when a derailed train struck it in 1866.
• Apples ripen six to ten times faster at room temperature than if they were refrigerated.
• A peck of apples weight 10.5 pounds.
• A bushel of apples weights about 42 pounds and will yield 20-24 quarts of applesauce.
• Archeologists have found evidence that humans have been enjoying apples since at least 6500 B.C.
• The world's largest apple peel was created by Kathy Wafler Madison on October 16, 1976, in Rochester, NY. It was 172 feet, 4 inches long. (She was 16 years old at the time and grew up to be a sales manager for an apple tree nursery.)
• It takes about 36 apples to create one gallon of apple cider.
• Apples account for 50 percent of the world's deciduous fruit tree production.
• The old saying, “An apple a day, keeps the doctor away.” This saying comes from an old English adage, “To eat an apple before going to bed, will make the doctor beg his bread.”
• Don't peel your apple. Two-thirds of the fiber and lots of antioxidants are found in the peel. Antioxidants help to reduce damage to cells, which can trigger some diseases.
• In 2005, United States consumers ate an average of 46.1 pounds of fresh apples and processed apple products. That's a lot of applesauce!
• Sixty-three percent of the 2005 U.S. apple crop was eaten as fresh fruit.
• In 2005, 36 percent of apples were processed into apple products; 18.6 percent of this is for juice and cider, two percent was dried, 2.5 percent was frozen, 12.2 percent was canned and 0.7 percent was fresh slices. Other uses were the making of baby food, apple butter or jelly and vinegar.
• The top apple producing states are Washington, New York, Michigan,Pennsylvania, California and Virginia.
• In 2006, 58% of apples produced in the United States were produced in Washington, 11% in New York, 8% in Michigan, 5% in Pennsylvania, 4% in California and 2% in Virginia.
• In 2005, there were 7,500 apple growers with orchards covering 379,000 acres.
• In 1998-90 the U.S. per capita fresh apple consumption was around 21 pounds.
• In 2005, the average United States consumer ate an estimated 16.9 pounds of fresh market apples
• Total apple production in the United States in 2005 was 234.9 million cartons valued at $1.9 billion.
• In 2006/2007 the People's Republic of China led the world in commercial apple production with 24,480,000 metric tons followed by the United States with 4,460,544 metric tons.
• In 2006/2007 commercial world production of apples was at 44,119,244 metric tons.
• Almost one out of every four apples harvested in the United States is exported.
• 35.7 million bushels of fresh market apples in 2005 were exported. That was 24 percent of the total U.S. fresh-market crop.
• The apple variety ‘Red Delicious' is the most widely grown in the United States with 62 million bushels harvested in 2005.
• Many apples after harvesting and cleaning have commercial grade wax applied. Waxes are made from natural ingredients.
• National Apple Month is the only national, generic apple promotion conducted in the United States. Originally founded in 1904 as National Apple Week, it was expanded in 1996 to a three-month promotional window from September through November.
• On August 21, 2007 the GoldRush apple was designated as the official Illinois’state fruit. GoldRush is a sweet-tart yellow apple with a long shelf life. The apple is also the state fruit of Minnesota, New York, Vermont, Washington and West Virginia.

  Apple Nutrition

  You've heard, "An apple a day will keep the doctor away." While it will certainly take more than a daily apple to keep you healthy, it is a step in the right direction. Apples are delicious, easy to carry for snacking, low in calories, a natural mouth freshener, and they are still very inexpensive.
  Apples are a source of both soluble and insoluble fiber. Soluble fiber such as pectin actually helps to prevent cholesterol buildup in the lining of blood vessel walls, thus reducing the incident of atherosclerosis and heart disease. The insoluble fiber in apples provides bulk in the intestinal tract, holding water to cleanse and move food quickly through the digestive system.
  It is a good idea to eat apples with their skin. Almost half of the vitamin C content is just underneath the skin. Eating the skin also increases insoluble fiber content. Most of an apple's fragrance cells are also concentrated in the skin and as they ripen, the skin cells develop more aroma and flavor.
  There are hundreds of varieties of apples on the market today, although most people have only tasted one or two of the most popular such as Red Delicious or Granny Smith. Apples can be sweet, tart, soft and smooth or crisp and crunchy, depending on the one you choose. There is an apple to suit almost everyone's taste, so why not choose one. Have an apple today!
  
  Apple Nutrition Facts
  (*One medium 2-1/2 inch apple, fresh, raw, with skin)
  

  Calories 81 Carbohydrate 21 grams Dietary Fiber 4 grams Soluble Fiber Insoluble fiber Calcium 10 mg Phosphorus 10 mg

Don't Waste Your Cancer.

“As I prayed for myself, and continue to do so, I also pray for you that we will not waste this pain” (p. 3).

How are we as Christians called to respond when cancer invades our lives, whether our own bodies or those of our friends and family?

On the eve of his own cancer surgery, John Piper writes about cancer as an opportunity to glorify God. With pastoral sensitivity, compassion, and strength, Piper gently but firmly acknowledges that we can indeed waste our cancer when we don’t see how it is God’s good plan for us and a hope-filled path for making much of Jesus. 

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Don’t Waste Your Cancer is for anyone touched by a life-threatening illness. It first appeared as an appendix in Suffering and the Sovereignty of God. Repackaged and republished, it will serve as a hope-giving resource for healthcare workers, pastors, counselors, and others caring for those with cancer and other serious illnesses. The booklets are also available in packs of ten.

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Don't Waste Your Cancer by John Piper

Table of Contents

1. We Waste our Cancer If We Don’t Hear in Our Own Groanings the Hope-filled
Labor Pains of a Fallen World
2. We Waste Our Cancer If We Do Not Believe it is Designed for Us by God
3. We Waste Our Cancer If We Believe it is a Curse and Not a Gift
4. We Waste Our Cancer If We Seek Comfort from Our Odds Rather Than from God
5. We Waste Our Cancer If We Refuse To Think about Death
6. We Waste Our Cancer If We Think That “Beating” Cancer Means Staying Alive
Rather Than Cherishing Christ
7. We Waste Our Cancer If We Spend Too Much Time Reading About Cancer and Not
Enough Time Reading About God
8. We Waste Our Cancer If We Let It Drive Us Into Solitude Instead of Deepen Our
Relationships with Manifest Affection
9. We Waste Our Cancer If We Grieve as Those Who Have No Hope

Free Stress Medication!

The amazing healing power is here and it is FREE! That right you wont find any free medication that have these wonderful healing ability and improves the quality of your life.
SLEEP !
Sleep reduces stress. 

A good night's sleep can help lower blood pressure and elevated levels of stress hormones, which are a natural result of today's fast paced lifestyle. High blood pressure can be life threatening and the physical effects of stress can produce "'wear and tear" on your body and degenerate cells, which propel the aging process. Sleep helps to slow these effects and encourages a state of relaxation.

Sleep helps keep your heart healthy. 
Your Heart is constantly under pressure and sleep helps to reduce the levels of stress and inflammation in your body. High levels of "inflammatory markers" are linked to heart disease and strokes. Sleep can also help keep blood pressure and cholesterol levels (which play a role in heart disease) in check.

Sleep helps to repair your body. 
Your body produces extra protein molecules while you're sleeping that helps strengthen your ability to fight infection and stay healthy. These molecules help your immune system mend your body at a cellular level when you are stressed or have been exposed to compromising elements such as pollutants and infectious bacteria.

Sleep helps control body weight issues. 
Sleep helps regulate the hormones that affect and control your appetite. Studies have shown that when your body is deprived of sleep, the normal hormone balances are interrupted and your appetite increases. Unfortunately this increase in appetite doesn't lead to a craving for fruits and veggies. Rather, your body longs for foods high in calories, fats, and carbohydrates.
So, if you're trying to lose those stubborn few pounds that just keep hanging around, consider the benefits of sleep on weight control and make sure that getting enough sleep each day.

Sleep improves your memory. 
That 'foggy' feeling that you struggle with when deprived of sleep makes it difficult to concentrate. This often leads to memory problems with facts, faces, lessons, or even conversations. Sleeping well eliminates these difficulties because, as you sleep, your brain is busy organizing and correlating memories.
One of the great benefits of sleep is that it allows your brain to better process new experiences and knowledge, increasing your understanding and retention. So, next time you hear someone say "why don't you sleep on it," take their advice.

Sleep reduces your chances of diabetes
Researchers have shown that lack of sleep may lead to type 2 diabetes by affecting how your body processes glucose, which is the carbohydrate your cells use for fuel.
The Division of Sleep Medicine at Harvard Medical School reports that a study showed a healthy group of people who had reduced their sleep from eight to four hours per night processed glucose more slowly. Other research initiatives have revealed that adults who usually sleep less than five hours per night have a greatly increased risk of developing diabetes.

Sleep reduces the occurrence of mood disorders.
With insufficient sleep during the night, many people become agitated or moody the following day. Yet, when limited sleep becomes a chronic issue, studies have shown it can lead to long-term mood disorders such as depression or anxiety.

The amazing benefits of sleep are extensive and can make a difference in your quality of life, as well as the length of your life. Therefore, it is vital to place a priority on getting consistent sleep.

Happy Sleeping

What to eat on Doomsday!

Doomsday is upon us — at least that's what the Mayans think. With our world clock possibly maybe run out on December 21, 2012, the big question remains: 

What are you going to eat to increase your chance of survival if it's your last and final meal?

Forget all those diet and workout routines. Our compilation of the ultimate nutrition must-eats which have vitamin and minerals that enhance energy to cope with the end of the world.

1. Lean Meats (Chicken, Lamb, Pork, Beef, Turkey)
Most lean meats provide around 30 grams of protein (30%) in a 100 gram serving. Chicken broilers have the most with 32.8 grams of protein per 100 gram serving, which is 46 grams per cup, and 27 grams in half a chicken breast. Pork loin and chops have 30 grams per 100 gram serving or 19.2 grams of protein per chop. 

2. Mature (Large) Beans
The older, larger, and more mature a bean gets the more protein it carries. Mature roasted soybeans have the most providing 39.6 grams of protein per 100 gram serving, or 68 grams per cup. They are followed by mature Lupin beans which provide 15.6 grams per 100 gram serving. That is 25.8 grams per cup.

3. Fruits and Vegetables Juice

To get the most fruits and vegetabls that enhance energy, Juicing fresh, living (sun-baked) vegetable and fruit are a veritable liquid powerhouse rich in natural plant enzymes, phytonutrients, antioxidants, vitamins and minerals.  It is the number one KEY to longevity and vitality.  

4. Roasted Pumpkin, Squash, and Watermelon Seeds
A popular food in the Middle East and East Asia pumpkin and squash seeds provide 33 grams of protein per 100g serving, that is 74.8 grams per cup and 9.2 grams per ounce. Watermelon seeds provide slightly less at 28 grams of protein per 100 gram serving.

5. Fish (Tuna, Anchovies, Salmon)
Fish are becoming more popular as knowledge spreads on the value of their fats and oils. As for protein Yellowfin Tuna provides the most with 30 grams of protein per 100 gram serving, or about 8 grams per ounce. It is followed by Anchovies(29g), Salmon(27g), Halibut(27g), Snapper(26g), and Tilapia(26g).

6. Yeast Extract Spread (aka: Marmite)
Yeast extract spreads are popular in Britain and Europe, and have started to gain popularity in the U.S. A good vegan source of vitamin B12, the spread also packs a lot of protein. One hundred grams provides 27.8 grams of protein, that is 1.7 grams per teaspoon.

7. Lentils, Pulses, Oatmeal and Nuts

Lentils, pulses, and peanuts (a legume) are a great vegan source of protein. Peanuts provide the most protein with 23.7 grams per 100 gram serving or 6.6 grams per ounce, 0.2 grams per peanut. Lentils provide the most protein when consumed raw at 25.8 grams per 100 gram serving, and 9 grams per 100g serving cooked (17.9 grams of protein per cup).One packet of instant oatmeal has about five grams of protein, 105 calories and two grams of fat.  

Let your imagination picture the perfect meal that is healthy and delicious whether doomsday comes or not. 

Christmas Party Hangover, 7 Tips for fast recovery.

Woke up feeling like someone hammering you in the head!
It's because your body telling you to restock on vitamins and re-hydrate after last night. (Hangovers are caused by dehydration coupled with chemicals in alcohol.) Here are ways to recovery and get back on track fast.

1. Drink water

Yes! Boring, but it works. Alcohol dehydrates the body which cause dizziness and nausea. Next time you're on a night out, drink a couple of glasses of water before you go to bed and alternate water with every alcoholic drink to replace lost fluid. You’ll wake up happier and healthier, guaranteed.

2. Avoid coffee!

That's right, You’re tired and can’t wait to sip on your morning coffee … but be careful it will only make you feel even more sorry for yourself! Coffee can make a hangover worse as it contains diuretic and causes dehydration.

3. Drink ginger tea

Home made ginger tea, shop up some ginger root put in a cup with hot water will powers up the immune system and settles the stomach. But watch out for store-bought ginger drinks, as they tend to be high in sugar.

4. Eat soup

What’s for lunch? The best thing you can do is eat Fresh soup. It is the most fluid-rich meal option around and will help rehydrate your body. Try a chicken (protein),vegetables (high in nutrition), noodle (carbo-hydrate) soup and other variety to cover more energy-boosting bases.

5. Eat eggs

Eggs are an effective hangover cure as they contain cysteine which helps break down acetaldehyde (one of the toxins that cause hangovers) but watch out for it high in cholesterol.

6. Snack on fruit

You probably want to reach for something greasy rather than fresh melon, but fruit will make you feel much better. Alcohol lowers your blood sugar level so to replenish your body by eating lots of fresh fruits and fruit juices.

7. Drink fresh fruit juice or smoothie 

Your head is throbbing … if only there was a quick way to boost up your energy that would make you feel better! Try juicing fresh fruits full of Vitamins & Minerals and many other strong antioxidant that can help to minimize the side-effects of heavy alcohol consumption.

Remember the best cure for hangover is prevention.    

You have questions or want to learn more about the facts of alternative medicine   Please contact us.

Healing in your sleep...Zzzz!

SLEEP !
The amazing healing power is here and it is FREE! That right you wont find any free medication that have these wonderful healing ability and improves the quality of your life.

Sleep helps keep your heart healthy. 
Your Heart is constantly under pressure and sleep helps to reduce the levels of stress and inflammation in your body. High levels of "inflammatory markers" are linked to heart disease and strokes. Sleep can also help keep blood pressure and cholesterol levels (which play a role in heart disease) in check.

Sleep helps to repair your body. 
Your body produces extra protein molecules while you're sleeping that helps strengthen your ability to fight infection and stay healthy. These molecules help your immune system mend your body at a cellular level when you are stressed or have been exposed to compromising elements such as pollutants and infectious bacteria.

Sleep helps control body weight issues. 
Sleep helps regulate the hormones that affect and control your appetite. Studies have shown that when your body is deprived of sleep, the normal hormone balances are interrupted and your appetite increases. Unfortunately this increase in appetite doesn't lead to a craving for fruits and veggies. Rather, your body longs for foods high in calories, fats, and carbohydrates.
So, if you're trying to lose those stubborn few pounds that just keep hanging around, consider the benefits of sleep on weight control and make sure that getting enough sleep each day.

Sleep improves your memory. 
That 'foggy' feeling that you struggle with when deprived of sleep makes it difficult to concentrate. This often leads to memory problems with facts, faces, lessons, or even conversations. Sleeping well eliminates these difficulties because, as you sleep, your brain is busy organizing and correlating memories.
One of the great benefits of sleep is that it allows your brain to better process new experiences and knowledge, increasing your understanding and retention. So, next time you hear someone say "why don't you sleep on it," take their advice.

Sleep reduces stress. 
A good night's sleep can help lower blood pressure and elevated levels of stress hormones, which are a natural result of today's fast paced lifestyle. High blood pressure can be life threatening and the physical effects of stress can produce "'wear and tear" on your body and degenerate cells, which propel the aging process. Sleep helps to slow these effects and encourages a state of relaxation.

Sleep reduces your chances of diabetes
Researchers have shown that lack of sleep may lead to type 2 diabetes by affecting how your body processes glucose, which is the carbohydrate your cells use for fuel.
The Division of Sleep Medicine at Harvard Medical School reports that a study showed a healthy group of people who had reduced their sleep from eight to four hours per night processed glucose more slowly. Other research initiatives have revealed that adults who usually sleep less than five hours per night have a greatly increased risk of developing diabetes.

Sleep reduces the occurrence of mood disorders.
With insufficient sleep during the night, many people become agitated or moody the following day. Yet, when limited sleep becomes a chronic issue, studies have shown it can lead to long-term mood disorders such as depression or anxiety.

The amazing benefits of sleep are extensive and can make a difference in your quality of life, as well as the length of your life. Therefore, it is vital to place a priority on getting consistent sleep.

Happy Sleeping