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Sprouts

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Sprouts are the ultimate in survival superfoods. From seed to food in three to four days, they are the greens that require no sunshine or green thumb to grow. Their nutritional values are off the charts making these an outstanding addition to our regular diet.

Sprouts are very nutritious, as they contain all the elements that a plant needs for life and growth.  The simple process of sprouting brings out many enzymes in germinated seeds, legumes, and grains, making them easier to digest.  It also increases the amounts and bioavailability of protein, vitamins and minerals, transforming them into nutrition powerhouses.  Overall, sprouts provide excellent quality nutrients and, by weight, are the rich sources of an array of vitamins, minerals and anti-oxidants. http://vegetariannutrition.net/longevity-diets/sprouts-nutrition/

It is said that sprouts ‘represent the miracle of birth’. They are in the true sense, super foods. They are alkaline, whole, pure, and natural foods. It is inexcusable that though aware of their miraculous effects, we do not take full advantage of them. We scour departmental and organic stores, looking for health foods and recipes, but forget to eat ordinary sprouts on daily basis – considering them a poor cousin of high-fashion health foods. http://www.medindia.net/patients/lifestyleandwellness/sprouts-the-super-food.htm

One seed holds within it a nutrient treasure chest waiting to be opened. During the beginning stages of its growth cycle, the baby seed is bursting with nutrient content on its way to becoming a fully developed plant.  This results in a highly nourishing food that is full of fiber as well as flavor. http://www.superfoods-for-superhealth.com/super-sprouts.html

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Clove Oil

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I love clove oil. It may be my favorite essential oil.

As you may already know, free radicals have been directly correlated with cancer and heart disease and antioxidants protect your body from free radical damage. While there are many foods, mostly fruits and vegetables, that are plentiful sources of antioxidants, none can come close to the blockbuster power of clove essential oils.

The antioxidant levels in various substances are assigned an "ORAC" (oxygen radical absorbance capacity) value. The ORAC values for the foods highest in antioxidants can be found here. Because essential oils are the concentrated properties of a given plant, the ORAC value of clove oil is higher than any natural source at over ten million.

Clove oil is also a great remedy for numbing the pain of a toothache. Dab a drop directly onto the gum with your finger, or put a drop or two onto a cotton ball to create a compress to bite gently on and often the worst tooth pain can be subdued. In addition, clove oil is used in homemade toothpastes and mouth rinses for it's great medicinal benefits.

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Clove is one of the highest sources of manganese you'll find. Manganese is vital for metabolism, contributes enzymes, promotes bone strength, and also adds to clove's high ORAC antioxidant value.
Magnesium, calcium, vitamins C and K also make strong appearances in clove. Clove is high in fiber also. Omega-3 is in abundance in clove as well as many phytonutrients that enhance the immune system. Clove greatly boosts your humoral immunity, which protects your blood and tissues. http://www.naturalnews.com/033579_clove_oil_healing.html#ixzz2GMRh7qdd

The health benefits of clove oil can be attributed to its antimicrobial, antifungal, antiseptic, antiviral, aphrodisiac and stimulating properties. If you're interested in other aphrodisiacs, I'd recommend looking into the Spanish Fly. I hear it is one of the strongest aphrodisiacs, myaphrodisiacs said in a blog post. The oil is used for treating a variety of health disorders including toothaches, indigestion, cough, asthma, headache, stress and blood impurities. The most important and common use of clove oil is in dental care. Several toothpastes, mouth wash and oral care medications contain clove oil as an important ingredient. http://www.organicfacts.net/organic-oils/natural-essential-oils/health-benefits-of-clove-oil.html

Clinical studies on clove oils (300+): http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed?term=clove%20oil

 

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Lavender Oil

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Lavender is a sweet smelling "go-to" oil, as it is mild enough to apply to your skin without diluting. Use it to dab on a bug bite, a minor burn, or to heal skin without scarring and for a multitude of other purposes. At the bottom of this page is a great list for some of the many ways to use lavender.

A famous French chemist and scholar, in 1910 he discovered the virtues of the essential oil of lavender. Gattefosse was working in the laboratories of the cosmetics firm owned and named after his family (of which he was to become head, and which is still in business today). He badly burned his hand during an experiment and plunged his hand into the nearest tub of liquid which just happened to be lavender essential oil. He was later amazed at how quickly his burn healed and with very little scarring. http://www.oilsandplants.com/gattefosse.htm

The German Commission E commended lavender for treating insomnia, nervous stomach, and anxiety. The British Herbal Pharmacopoeia lists lavender as a treatment for flatulence, colic, and depressive headaches, and many modern herbal practitioners use the herb to treat migraines in menopause. In Spain, lavender is added to teas to treat diabetes and insulin resistance. http://wellnessmama.com/7041/herb-profile-lavender/

Studies of the efficacy of lavender from the University of Maryland Medical Center: http://umm.edu/health/medical/altmed/herb/lavender#ixzz2GMmIXyRN

Lavender flower and its extracts have been used, both internally and by olfaction, for centuries as a treatment for anxiety and depression. http://www.naturalmedicinejournal.com/article_content.asp?article=289

Lavender News and Information: http://www.naturalnews.com/lavender.html

Clinical Studies on the effects of lavender essential oil (350+): http://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed?term=lavender%20essential%20oils

Here are ways to use lavender essential oil. This list has gone viral and been copy/pasted all over the internet. Try as I may, I cannot find the origin of the posting to link or give credit, but I do thank you very much, who ever took the time!

  1. Rub Lavender oil on the feet for a calming effect on the body.
  2. Rub a drop of Lavender oil on your palms and then apply to your pillow to help you sleep and for insomnia.
  3. Put a drop of Lavender oil on a bee sting or insect bite to stop itching and reduce swelling.
  4. Put 2-3 drops of Lavender oil on a minor burn to decrease pain and help prevent scarring.
  5. Drop Lavender oil on a cut to stop the bleeding.
  6. Mix several drops of Lavender oil with olive or coconut oil and use topically on eczema and dermatitis.
  7. To alleviate the symptoms of motion sickness, place a drop of Lavender oil on the end of the tongue, around the navel or behind the ears.
  8. To stop a nosebleed, put a drop of Lavender oil on a tissue and wrap it around a small chip of ice.  Push the tissue covered ice chip up under the middle of the top lip to the base of the nose and hold as long as comfortable or until the bleeding stops (do not freeze the lip or gum).
  9. Rub a drop of Lavender oil over the bridge of the nose to unblock tear ducts.
  10. Rub Lavender oil on dry or chapped skin.
  11. Rub a drop of Lavender oil on chapped or sunburned lips.
  12. To reduce or minimize the formation of scar tissue, massage Lavender oil on and around the affected area.
  13. Rub 2 drops of Lavender oil over the armpit area to act as a deodorant.
  14. Rub a drop of Lavender oil between your palms and inhale deeply to help alleviate the symptoms of hay fever.
  15. Rub several drops of Lavender oil into the scalp to help eliminate dandruff.
  16. Place a few drops of Lavender oil on a cotton ball and place in your linen closet to scent the linens and repel moths and insects.
  17. Place a drop of Lavender oil in your water fountain to scent the air, kill bacteria and prolong the time between cleanings.
  18. Place a few drops of Lavender oil on a wet cloth and throw into the dryer which will deodorize and freshen your laundry.
  19. Put a drop of Lavender oil on a cold sore.
  20. Diffuse Lavender oil to alleviate the symptoms of allergies.
  21. Spritz several drops of Lavender oil mixed with distilled water on a sunburn to decrease pain.
  22. Drop Lavender oil on a cut to clean the wound and kill bacteria.
  23. Apply 2-3 drops of Lavender oil to a rash to stop the itching and heal the skin.
  24. Apply 1-2 drops of Lavender oil in your iron to freshen your clothes.
  25. Apply 1-2 drops of Lavender oil on a wet cloth and place in the dryer for an all natural dryer sheet.
  26. Rub Lavender oil on the back of your neck, chest, and in between your eyes to alleviate sinuses, sinusitis, allergies.
  27. Add Lavender oil to your recipes. (Lavender Blueberry Banana Bread)
  28. Add drops of Lavender oil to your favorite beverage:  tea or lemonade.
  29. Rub a drop of Lavender oil on your temples to alleviate a headache.
  30. Rub a drop on the base of the neck to relieve stress and anxiety.