Garlic Health Benefits [Infographic]

Health Benefits of Garlic - Infographic from Stedas Dizajn

Garlic:  Health Benefits

Garlic has been used as a herbal healing remedy for an array of ailments and conditions in various cultures for many centuries.

Garlic has anti-viral, anti-bacterial and anti-fungal properties making it effective against certain bacteria, viruses and fungi.

It is rich in important vitamins, minerals and sulfur compounds.  One such compound, Diallyl Sulphide (DADS), is believed to influence the human epigenome in a positive way:  it increases histone acetylation and "turns on" anti-cancer genes.

Thus, consuming garlic on a regular basis may provide protection against certain types of cancer.

Read more about garlic and cancer here:

Epigenetic Diet:  Impact on the Epigenome and Cancer (US National Library of Medicine; National Institutes of Health)

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This infographic, entitled "The Natural Cure, Garlic, Your Health Keeper" from Stedas Dizajn illustrates and explains some interesting facts about garlic including its healing properties, nutrient makeup, available forms, health applications and benefits.

It should be noted that many health experts advise eating the plant, not supplements, to get the benefits.  This is because it is believed that the various compounds of the whole plant work in a synergy to provide the benefit.

Worried about bad breath?  This infographic offers some suggestions and tips on dealing with garlic breath.

Infographic source and more information at:  Stedas Dizajn - Health Benefits of Garlic.

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Top Foods That Chelate the Body of Heavy Metals [Infographic]

Top Foods That Chelate The Body of Heavy Metals
Infographic from NaturalNews.com

Heavy Metal Exposure

In our modern, outwardly clean and even sterile homes, offices and shopping centers, many of us often do not give much or any thought to the potential risks of heavy metal toxicity.

In fact, toxic heavy metals are present all around us - in our food, water, air, cosmetics and personal hygiene products, medicines, household cleaners, gardening supplies, furniture and furnishings and various other items that we come into contact with on a daily basis.

Heavy individual metals and metal compounds (such as arsenic, mercury, lead, cadmium and aluminum) accumulate in the body over time and have been linked to an array of ailments and chronic diseases - everything from fatigue, depression and mental fogginess to heart disease, certain cancers, birth defects, dementia, and neurological and immune system disorders.

Chelation Therapy

Conventional treatment, called Chelation Therapy, involves the use of chelating drugs and usually requires intravenous infusion of a prescribed medicine, together with infusions or ingestion of certain vitamins and minerals.

Fortunately, research and studies suggest that certain foods and herbs may play a key role in both minimizing exposure to as well as removing heavy metals, pesticides, environmental pollutants and metabolic waste from the body.

These foods and herbs include the following, as this Infographic illustrates:

✿ Fruits and vegetables containing pectin such as apples, bananas, grapes, carrots and radishes

✿ Cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, cauliflower and cabbage

✿ Sulfur-rich foods such as onions and garlic

✿ Cilantro

✿ Parsley

Always buy locally grown, organic fruit, vegetables, herbs and other foods.   This is especially mandatory if you are using these foods to detox, cleanse or chelate the body of environmental toxins.  If organically-grown produce is not readily available in your area, consider growing your own - garlic, onions and herbs like parsley and cilantro are relatively easy to grow both outdoors and indoors on the window sill.

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Infographic source, more information and healthy living tips at:  Natural News - Top Foods that Chelate the Body of Heavy Metals

Reference and further reading:  Herbs and Heavy Metal Detoxification

6 Food Based Medicines that May Save Your Life

6 Food-Based Medicines That May Save Your Life

"Let food be thy medicine and medicine be thy food." 
- Hippocrates

Indeed, scientific research and studies continue to reveal and confirm the powerful and natural healing and health benefits of certain foods, herbs and spices.  It seems that nature has provided natural medicine to both humans and animals - we just need to become informed.

This infographic entitled "Six food-based medicines that may save your life" illustrates a few of such foods (there are many more):

✿ Almonds (Raw or Sprouted)
✿ Apples
✿ Chia Seeds
✿ Garlic
✿ Honey (Raw)
✿ Spirulina

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Infographic Source: Natural News 

Infographic: Garlic Medicinal Properties Uses

Garlic is one of nature's healthiest foods (considered a superfood) and oldest cultivated plants.  For thousands of years the world over, it has been valued for its medicinal properties and used in various natural healing remedies, both internally and topically.

Garlic is a member of the allium family of vegetables and is related to onions, leeks, scallions, shallots and chives.  It is anti-fungal, anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-inflammatory across all body systems.  Its unique nutrient composition is thought to (among other things):

✔ Reduce the risk of certain cancers
✔ Lower blood pressure and cholesterol
✔ Prevent hardening of the arteries
✔ Reduce risk of blood clots
✔ Destroy bacteria and viruses
✔ Enhance detoxification

Further Reading:
What's New and Beneficial About Garlic
All About Allium Vegetables


Infographic Source:  Pharmacognosy's Topics - Medical Plants (Garlic)

Infographic: Top 6 Alkaline Foods

Top 6 Alkaline Foods [Infographic]

Research has shown that maintaining the body in a slightly alkaline state is an important factor in optimal health and is thought to help prevent of cancer and certain diseases.  Food plays an important role in the body's acid-alkaline (pH) balance. 

The alkaline forming foods that made it on this infographic entitled "Top Six Alkaline Foods to Eat Every Day for Vibrant Health" include: 

Root Vegetables - like carrots, beets, burdock, parsnip and radishes

Cruciferous Vegetables - like cauliflower, broccoli, cabbage, cress and bok choy

Garlic

Leafy Greens - like kale, spinach, swiss chard, turnip greens, collard greens, red and green leaf lettuce

Lemons

Cayenne Peppers

Infographic Source:  Natural News

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Infographic: 5 Cancer Fighting Spices

This infographic entitled "5 Cancer-Fighting Spices" quite simply and beautifully illustrates the following five common spices and herbs that have been used in healing since antiquity and, more recently, are thought to be beneficial in preventing cancer and other diseases:

✿ Cayenne Pepper
✿ Cinnamon
✿ Garlic
✿ Ginger Root
✿ Turmeric

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Infographic Source:  Biogenics MD

Infographic: Healing Herbs and Spices

This beautiful infographic illustrates 16 herbs and spices that are known for their healing properties.

What's more, most of these herbs and spices are already in our pantry, can be grown in our own garden or easily purchased at the grocery store:

✿bAllspice
✿ Basil
✿ Black Pepper
✿ Cinnamon
✿ Cloves
✿ Cumin
✿ Fennel
✿ Garlic
✿ Ginger Root
✿ Mint
✿ Mustard Seeds
✿ Oregano
✿ Red Pepper
✿ Rosemary
✿ Saffron
✿ Turmeric

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