13 of 2006: Nuts
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The great Flax vs Fish oil debate went very well and will be posted out free with Digimag 12. Subscribers will be receiving 2 DVD’s this month with the debate as the extra DVD for free. If you would like to order the debate only you can order directly from Mark at mark@mary-anns.com at a cost of R120 for non subscribers. If you subscribe before the 25th of July, you will also get it for free.
I give a brief summary of the debate in the “Interesting Info” section.
Then our family has been blessed with the birth of our first granddaughter and third grandchild, 3.5kg baby Faith Anne who was born to Melissa and Jason’s at their home on the 7th of July. Midwife Marianne Littlejohn (Cape Town) delivered Faith with the help of our daughter Marie-Claire. Mark and I were boarding a plane in Johannesburg when she was born and arrived when she was 3 hours old.
Melissa had a completely hassle free pregnancy and only the last 30 minutes of her labour was hard work, but in her words was still “very pleasant”. No tears or stitches required. She followed the Natural Way principles, keeping dairy especially to a minimum, and took Barleylife (barley grass juice in dehydrated form),
Just Carrots and Redibeets (Dried Carrot and Beet juice) with Millbrook’s Superior Oil Blend (on occasions she preferred it in capsule form ie. Aimega)
If you want to know more about how she has done and need some help email Melissa on info@mary-anns.com and she will give you some guidelines. Yes she is up and about and in fact was ready to go out for dinner the evening after Faith was born (Jason put his foot down though LOL)
Melissa is also doing very well with breast-feeding her baby, and she will be able to give you some tips on this as well.
On a totally different note, we have the most awesome pecan nuts available, they are sweet, creamy and juicy and the best I have ever tasted. They are only available directly from our warehouse in 1 kg packs by Mail Order. Contact peter@mary-anns.com or phone directly on SA code in Cape Town 021 881 3624 (see some research of health benefits of pecans below)
Remember that Digimag subscribers belong to The Natural Way club and therefore get 20% discount all products ordered directly.
Pecans
Although pecans are typically associated with the holidays or fancy candy dishes, there’s no need to wait until the holidays to savor the crunchy texture and satisfying flavor of pecans. Pecans are packed with so much nutrition; they should be enjoyed all year long!
- Lower cholesterol with pecans.
Two recently published studies on pecans (one at Loma Linda University and the other at New Mexico State University) has shown that blood cholesterol levels are dramatically lowered when pecans are incorporated into the diet. Researches say that it is the unsaturated fats in pecans that help lower cholesterol levels. Pecans also contain plant components with antioxidant properties, which can slow the oxidation or "rusting" of LDL (bad) cholesterol. University of Georgia research has confirmed that pecans also contain plant sterols, which have been in the news recently for their cholesterol-lowering ability.
- Nutrition from A to Zinc.
Pecans add undeniable zest and flavor to any meal, as well as nutritional benefits. Pecans contain over 19 vitamins and minerals – including vitamin A, vitamin E, folic acid, calcium, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, several B vitamins and zinc.
- Be strong. Live long. Eat pecans.
Just one ounce of pecans (a small handful or about 15 halves) has more zinc – an important nutrient for proper growth and strong immunity – than a 3.5-ounce piece of skinless chicken. Most good sources of zinc are foods of animal origin, but pecans happen to be a plant-based source.
Over half the fat (about 60 percent) found in pecans is monounsaturated fat and approximately another 30 percent is polyunsaturated fat. This means that almost 90 percent of the fats (oils) in pecans are heart-healthy!
- Go Greek. It’s good for you.
Olive oil, a staple of the heart-healthy "Mediterranean diet," contains a type of monounsaturated fat known as oleic acid. But consider this: the standard serving of pecans (about one ounce or 30 grams) provides approximately 25-30 percent more of this beneficial fat than a standard serving of olive oil (one tablespoon).
- Protection against diseases? Fight them with two "P’s": phytochemicals and pecans.
Numerous studies have shown that phytochemicals like those found in pecans act like antioxidants that may have a protective effect against certain diseases, such as various cancers and heart disease.
Pecans belong to the protein group in the USDA’s Food Guide Pyramid, along with meat, poultry, fish, eggs and dried beans – making pecans a nutritious alternative for vegetarians and those striving to eat a more plant-based diet. (Of course, anyone can enjoy the goodness and great taste of pecans!)
To increase fiber intake, just add pecans to the diet. One ounce of pecans has about the same amount of fiber as a medium-sized apple, and provides 10 percent of the recommended Daily Value for fiber.
- Everyone’s "free" to enjoy the flavor.
Pecans are cholesterol-free and naturally sodium-free, making them an excellent choice for those on a salt- or sodium-restricted diet.
Pecans are so good and so good for you. Eat pecans every day…and your body will thank you for it!
Interesting stuff
Someone asked me to include best foods for hair so here goes;
Best for hair;
- Eat more avocadoes, raw nuts or seeds (hummus made with sesame seeds paste is delicious or just a handful or sunflower seeds or almonds to nibble on) these natural plant fats contain essential fatty acids which are essential for brain function. Take 1 Tablespoon of organic flax oil daily if you cannot get these foods in (Millbrook or Aimega blend in capsules are the best).
- Eat more fresh fruit as they contain water soluble fibre and this helps balance your blood sugar and this is needed for hormonal function which is the system that controls hair growth and health in general..
- Eat a piece or two of fruit before you eat chocolates and sweets, it helps take the cravings away.
- Eat more whole grains, potatoes (baked are best), brown rice they are high in B Vitamins needed to stop you losing your hair and promote hair growth
- Avoid foods containing gluten as this can upset the delicate hormonal balance of the endocrine system.
- For the same reason avoid heated fats like margarine and fried foods and artificial sweeteners, caffeine and refined sugar.
- Eat lots of dark green leafy vegetables, I have found since taking BarleyLife both mine and Mark’s hair is a lot thicker and grows twice as fats. In fact if I were a hair stylist I would insist al my clients take Barleylife. One because hair is so much healthier and two because they would have to have a cut every 3 weeks instead of every 6 weeks!
Flax vs Fish oil
| FLAX OIL |
FISH OIL |
| Has been used for thousands of years in humans and proven safe. |
Only in use since early 1980’s so no long term research on real people in a natural environment |
| Contains no cholesterol. |
Contains cholesterol |
| Cold pressed and no chemical solvents use fro extraction |
Heated and chemical solvents used to extract oils. Heated Omega 3 fats are carcinogenic |
| Naturally contains lecithin and Vitamin E needed to help the body proves essential fats |
Contains no lecithin or Vit E naturally so processed versions need to be added |
You obtain the ‘parent’ Omega 3 or ALA needed fro your body to make 5 different derivatives including EPA and DHA
We don’t yet know |
You only get 2 derivatives EPA and DHA and only time will tell what missing the others does.
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| No truth to the rumor that Flax oil causes prostate problems. The very research people claim says this actually state that Flax reduces your chances of prostate problems, but that Omega 3 and derivatives from heated sources like mayonnaises, salad dressings and beef, lamb and pork increase your risk. |
Some research that fish oil promotes breast cancer
Journal of American Medical Association 281 (1999)
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| Never contains heavy metals if organically grown |
Can be high in heavy metals like mercury |
| Contains lignans known to lower hormone dependent cancers like breast, endometrial and prostate cancer |
Contains no lignans
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| Flax oil can last up to 6 months if kept in a cool dark place, the EPA and DHA made by the body is at its freshest and you only make what you need |
Deteriorates rapidly after death and should be eaten in the fish, in its raw state within a few hours of death The fish’s death that is!) |
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I have seen thousands of people benefit from taking flax oil and even more so when they take a blend like Millbrook’s Superior blend and Aim’s Aimega in capsule form.
Within 3-4 weeks blood pressure and blood sugar is corrected as is cholesterol levels, there is improved hormonal function resulting in less painful and less heavy menstrual periods among dozens or other improvements with hormones, digestion and bowel function improves as doe the thyroid, heart and kidneys. Skin, hair and nails improve dramatically especially when consumed with BarleyLife. This is because BarleyLife, as do many dark green leafy vegetables in their raw state, contain all the nutrients needed for your body to convert Omega 3 into the five derivatives needed for health and at the rate your body needs.
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Thought for the week
Proverbs 19:21 Many plans are in a man’s mind, but it is the Lord’s purpose for him that will stand.
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