Natural Food Cures

Natural Food Cures are the first and best choice for a healthy body.

Food! What is more basic then that. Every living being on the planet needs food.

We know that we get energy and nutrition from food. Many of us get some emotional comfort from certain kinds of food.

The question is, do we still realize that there are healing qualities to food? Many of us are aware the Hippocrates said "Let your food be your medicine and your medicine be your food". But I wonder if we think that was just for yesteryear's or do we understand that the food we eat plays a tremendous part in the over state of our health.

Elsewhere on this site we have listed many of the health giving qualities of other foods, and here are some great traditional Japanese choices.

Food for Thought...Food for Health... Food for Life!

GomaNatural food cures 1: This is Japanese for sesame. This seed is beneficial in fighting the affects of aging including the graying of hair. So for those that want to prolong their looks start including sesame with your meals. It also can help lower cholesterol levels in the body and high blood pressure and even help reduce headaches for those who suffer chronic headaches or migraines.

KomezuNatural food cures 2: Rice vinegar has been used for a very long time in Japan to maintain youthful skin. The Japanese are world renowned for looking young well into middle age and one reason is our use of this vinegar. It enhances the absorption of vitamin C which is very good for skin health. In addition it reduces fatigue.

KonnyakuNatural food cures 3: This is a jelly made from the devil`s tongue plant. It is useful for weight control and constipation. It helps the body more effectively eliminate waste from the body helping it function better. It is also useful in controlling blood sugar levels reducing the over production of insulin which further aids weight loss.

NiraNatural food cures 4: Garlic is one of the most studied foods on the planet. Usually we eat the bulb, but nira is garlic chives. These chives promote good blood circulation and help control metabolism. They are very useful in the treatment or prevention of colds and flu.

RenkonNatural food cures 5: Lotus Root increases sexual stamina in men and enhances enjoyment in women. It is also useful for reducing hot flashes and promotes deep sleep.

RyokuchoNatural food cures 6: Green tea has long been a part of Japanese culture. It has many health bringing qualities. Among them are weight control, enhanced immune function and cancer fighting properties. In addition to these it is a must take for those who suffer from allergy attacks.

SobaNatural food cures 7: Noodles made from Buckwheat help lower blood pressure, increase energy and aids the body in managing stress. If you drink the water used to make these noodles it is believed in Asian medicine to reduce bruising.

The water contains vitamin P which enhances the effects of vitamin C and strengthens cell and capillary walls, (thus it`s ability to reduce bruising). So if you are prone to excess bruising this might be just what you need to reduce the occurrence of that condition.

TofuNatural food cures 8: Tofu has a history of at least 2500 years and has long been thought of as an anti-aging food. Because this food is thought to enhance brain function it is used to fight off the onset of age related brain disorders such as dementia and Alzheimer.

It is also considered to be one of the primary reasons for Japanese women maintaining such a youthful look into their 50`s. For those recovering from illness, children and elderly it is a food that is easily digested and helps the body better absorb nutrients. For those who want to be healthy, Tofu is a must eat food.

YumaimoNatural food cures 9: Japanese Mountain Yam is great for those who suffer from asthma. This food also increases energy levels, reduces fatigue and enhances the body`s ability to absorb nutrients. It is therefore an important food for over all health. For those who suffer from over urination this food can help regulate urination to a normal, healthy frequency.

Disclaimer: We are not doctors and do not diagnose, treat or cure disease. While we believe these to be effective and safe, we offer them as our opinion and for informational purposes only.

Food, herbs and other natural sources should be the first and last place we look for long term health benefits. Chemical drugs and other modern medical procedures are useful to help us past a state of emergency, but it is making healthy lifestyle choices that will ultimately have the greatest positive effect on our health(in our humble opinion).

While I have never known a healthy person on drugs, I have known lots of healthy people who eat lots of whole grains, vegetables, fruit, fish, nuts and seeds. Lots of healthy people exercise, meditate and actively practice the spiritual faith of their choosing. So lets join in and do what the healthy people do.

A journey of a thousand miles begins with the first step. Make the home remedies on this site your first step to a healthy lifestyle.

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