 Strengthening your immune system with garlic Did you know that In France, in 1722, during a epidemic of bubonic plague, four looters quietly robbed houses of dead people. When the thieves got caught, the first thing they were asked was how they managed to avoid infection? It turns out that the robbers soaked garlic cloves in wine and rubbed this tincture all over their bodies and took it orally as well. Residents began using the same method and suspended the epidemic of plague in their own land.
Garlic in all its forms strengthens immunity, facilitates the work of the stomach, the heart, thyroid, "cleans" the vessels, prevents the formation of tumors and rejuvenates the body.
 Garlic is a powerful antibiotic Did you know that eating a whole head of garlic a day does miracles for your body? It stimulates the immune system and normalizes your gut flora. Growing up in Russia, from an early age, I learned that garlic was to be my first aid choice whether I was getting sick or just as a preventive measure. Nobody ever questioned its powers. Garlic is a powerful natural antibiotic. It kills a very large number of different bacteria.
Garlic is widely used in folk and traditional medicine for the treatment of many diseases and ailments. The cultivation of garlic started about 5 thousand years ago. It was used by the Romans, Assyrians, Egyptians, Greeks, Jews, Arabs and many other cultures. Pythagoras called garlic "the king of spices". The earliest known references indicate that garlic was an important part of the daily diet of the Egyptians; An Egyptian manuscript from that period includes 800 drugs, of which 22 were made with garlic.
 Medicinal and Healing properties of celery Celery is often used in traditional medicine for the prevention and treatment of many diseases due to its medicinal and healing properties. In Europe, celery appeared in the XVIII century. The emergence of celery in Europe immediately was associated with all sorts of prejudices. The Romans and Greeks considered celery a sacred plant. The Egyptians considered it a symbol of sorrow and death. In the middle ages, celery was already considered as a vegetable and was named "Lunar plant" by the Greeks. Hippocrates believed that people with damaged nerves need to consume a lot of celery.
 Ashwagandha is beneficial to the immune system Ashwagandha is considered to be the main plant used in the Ayurvedic system of healing (which has been practiced in India for over 2000 years). This is the best rejuvenating plant for the muscles, bone marrow and reproductive system. It is very beneficial to the immune system. Ashwagandha is widely used in traditional Indian medicine for the treatment of mental disorders and is one of the most powerful tonic herbs (which supplies energy to your body). In traditional medicine the entire ashwagandha plant is used, leaves, roots, bark, fruit, seeds... but the greatest therapeutic effect is from the root of this plant.
Ashwagandha (Withania somnifera, Solanaceae) is a Sanskrit word"aswa" meaning "horse", and "gandha" - "smell", thus ashwagandha roughly means "has the smell of a horse". It is said that the plant gives horses stamina, vitality and sexual energy. Ashwagandha is rich in biologically active substances: it is composed of both macro and micro-elements, amino acids, peptides, lipids, and the bases of nucleic acids. The composition of the plant ashwagandha are not yet fully understood, but it contains saponins, oligosaccharides, steroid lactones, glycosides, withanolides, and withaferin A. The plant also contains amino acids: glycine, cystine, alanine, tryptophan and glutamic acid which are important components of proteins, enzymes, hormones and many other biologically active substances.
These substances participate in various biological processes of the brain, protein and carbohydrate metabolism, improve the power supply of nerve cells and are widely used in the mental and cardio-vascular diseases. A lipid fraction effect on the cardiovascular system normalizes the level of arterial blood pressure, stimulates sexual function and renders a rejuvenating effect. Peptides regulate various biochemical processes including; protecting the body from foreign elements, positively influences learning and recollection, regulates sleep and has a positive influence on the treatment of schizophrenia.
Ashwagandha can increase mental and physical performance after severe diseases, injuries and surgical interventions, slows down the aging process, improves atherosclerosis,helps prevent ischemic heart disease, improves peripheral blood circulation and age related changes in muscles, bones and joints.
It also accelerates the healing of wounds, the accretion of the bones and connective tissue, improves efficiency, reduces the manifestations of stress, reduces the effects of damage to the muscles, bones and joints caused by physical overload, and can even activate the growth and development of muscles.
Ashwagandha activates the protective forces of the body and the immune system increasing the body's resistance to colds and infectious diseases, increases blood pressure, alieviates stress related diseases such as neurosis, neurasthenia, peptic ulcer disease, cardiovascular disease, diseases of liver and kidneys, normalizes sleep (can increase the need for sleep); improves sexual function; reduces the level of LDL cholesterol in the blood and has an anti-ulcer effect.
Of particular importance, ashwagandha is used as a treatment for impotence in men as the plant is a wonderful tonic for the reproductive systems of men. That's why Ashwagandha is used in the treatment of genital herpes and prostatitis.
Ashwagandha helps in the treatment of amenorrhea (the delay or absence of menstrual periods, heavy menstrual bleeding, and also menopause).
Ashwagandha is also used for the treatment of disorders in the nervous system. It is used for various degenerative diseases, such as Parkinson's Disease and Multiple Sclerosis.
Ashwagandha is available in capsule, powder, tea and other herbal formulas. Depending on your personal needs, recommended dosage is usually 300-500 mg once or twice a day.
 Red wine can extend your life It's fair to say that most of us would like to live a healthy long life. We exercise, eat healthy and perform beauty procedures to stay young and beautiful. A new landmark study showed that red wine may be able to help you extend your life. Researches are working on a new medicine, which will deal effectively with aging and help people live to be 150 years old. They are hoping to present this medicine in the next five years.
 Black Currant is a nutrient superstar Black currant is one of the most popular berries in Europe. It not only has a magnificent taste, but is also very beneficial for your health. Due to its healing properties, it is often used in natural medicine for healing and preventive purposes. Black currant surpasses all other berries in the number of vitamins, minerals and other useful substances. Black currant is a nutrient superstar. Studies have discovered that black currant berries have the ability to help prevent diabetes.
 10 Healing properties of dill Traditional medicine has always valued dill for its beneficial properties. Dill is a medicinal plant whose seeds, leaves, and twigs equally possess healing properties. Along with the tart taste and delicious aroma, dill possesses such substances as flavonoids, monoterpenes (they are able to fight cancerous tumors), amino acids, and minerals. So what exactly are the healing properties of dill?
Medicinal Plants and Herbs can restore your health  Medicinal Plants can restore your health Everyone knows how beneficial fruits, vegetables, seeds and nuts are as they contain a lot of vitamins and minerals. However, few people know about the medicinal properties of herbs and plants. They can restore and support your health! IMPROVED DIGESTION A enticing aroma often appears in the kitchen when a handful of herbs is added to food. This fragrance promotes the secretion of saliva, which, prepares the stomach to receive the food. Enzymes contained in saliva, begin the digestive process by helping the body break down fats and starches. If this does not happen to the food by the time it reaches the stomach, it will not be properly digested resulting in digestive problems such as constipation, diarrhea, and flatulence. Herbs to use: thyme, rosemary, oregano, mint
 Shiitake mushrooms - a remedy for many diseases The Japanese and Chinese both consider a shiitake mushroom the king of all mushrooms. They call it a "mushroom of the emperor". This is no accident. Shiitake mushrooms have long been regarded as the best means for activating the inner life force, circulating in the human body. Shiitake mushroom provides many health benefits and is a remedy for many diseases.
In Europe and the United States shiitake mushrooms appeared rather late. In the middle of the XIX century the English botanist Joseph Berkeley visited Japan. There, he saw shiitake mushrooms in the forest and at the numerous small-scale plantations of Japanese farmers. Berkeley tried the mushrooms and experienced the brunt of its healing properties. Due to this, he devoted his whole life to the study of shiitake mushrooms. It is Berkeley who introduced to the western world the taste of shiitake and he greatly contributed to the dissemination of knowledge of these mushrooms. He was convinced that people in the end will appreciate the excellent quality of shiitake.
 Olives make a healthy snack Have you ever thought about adding olives to your diet? The truth is olives make a great healthy snack. Olives contain a lot of vitamins and macro/micro elements which do wonders to our body. Additionally, olives contain a large amount of fatty acids and antioxidants, including lutein, a potent antioxidant that neutralizes the action of free radicals and protects our body from aging.
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