Joined: 26 Mar 2006 Posts: 707 Location: Toronto,Canada (biggest Canadian city)
LoneWolfB wrote:
http://www.karinya.com/garlic.htm
I only just found out about the possibility of garlic causing cognitive problems. Madthumbs tried to tell me more than once... but I had a little trouble understanding. You see I eat quite a bit of garlic.
If this is true then I suppose one would have to choose between a good memory and a good source of cancer fighting compounds.
There are of course no shortage of things that fight cancer. It may be a matter of choosing a different one.
I recently came across some new studies that showed extremely high levels of antioxidants in Black Raspberries.
Though it doesn't fit in this category I will post it here until I remember to look for a suitable one... huh?
Joined: 22 Feb 2006 Posts: 8249 Location: Fingerlakes - NY usa
Licorice
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Licorice contains several active phytomedicines. The main one is the saponin-like triterpene glycoside, glycyrrhizin (also called glycyrrhizic acid and glycyrrhizinic acid), which is much sweeter than sugar. This compound is hydrolyzed in the bowel to glycyrrhetic (or glycyrrhetinic) acid, which is also called enoxolone. The latter has been marketed as a succinate derivative, carbenoxolone, which is prescribed in Europe and Japan as a treatment for gastric ulcers, although its value is uncertain. Licorice flavonoids are believed to have antioxidant properties. Additional effects of glycyrrhizin include the surprising finding in Japan that this agents helps improve liver function in hepatitis C. Similarly, some reports demonstrate improvement in AIDS. All such studies raise unanswered questions as to the true value of licorice in the modern era.
It can be as effective as codeine, and safer, when used as a cough suppressant. Rhizomes in licorice have a high mucilage content which, when mixed with water or used in cough drops, sooths irritated mucous membranes. The drug also has an expectorant effect which increases the secretion of the bronchial glands. Licorice is an effective remedy for throat irritations, lung congestion, and bronchitis.
Beneficial for hypoglycemia, bronchitis, colitis, diverticulosis, gastritis, stress, colds, nausea, and inflammation. Cleanses the colon, promotes adrenal gland function, decreases muscle or skeletal spasms, and increases the fluidity of mucus from the lungs and bronchial tubes. Has estrogen-like hormone effects; changes the voice. Studies show licorice root stimulates the production of interferon. Warning: Do not use if you have high blood pressure."
About 20 percent of patients treated with licorice in the 1950s experienced side effects such as water retention, upper abdominal pain, headache, shortness of breath, and stiffness
And madthumbs, how does one go about doing a decoction? Like with Saffron.
Not sure I understand. You're asking me how to make herb tea?
Hmm, it might be herb tea. I was reading instructions, but the info given was vague. It mentioned something about placing around 5 sticks or so of Saffron into cold water for about 20 minutes, then bringing the water to a boil (I think that's what it said).
antioxidant tocopherol
anti-tumor compounds
calcium
chromium
iron and copper salts (high concentration)
isoflavones (water-soluble chemicals that act like estrogens and are found in many plants)
magnesium
niacin
phosphorus
potassium
protein
thiamine
vitamin C
Action:
alterative [an agent which produces gradual beneficial change in the body, usually by improving nutrition, without having any marked specific effect and without causing abnormal evacuation]
anti-inflammatory
antispasmodic [an agent that relieves or checks spasms or cramps]
dermatonic [beneficial to the skin]
expectorant [an agent that promotes the discharge of mucous from the respiratory passages]
sedative
cleanses blood (by promoting urine and mucous production improving circulation, and stimulating the secretion of bile)
improves the blood's hemoglobin levels and the size and number of blood platelets
vital blood tonic
Female Conditions
mastitis (inflammation of the breast)
menopausal symptoms (the isoflavones in Red Clover help with menopausal symptoms such as:
bone loss associated with osteoporosis
cardiovascular health
hot flashes
relieves leucorrhea
Gastrointestinal Conditions
alkaline properties
Genitourinary Conditions
cleansing action through the kidneys
Liver Conditions
aids detoxification
jaundice
stimulates the secretion of bile
Muscular Conditions
joint disorders
Nervous System Conditions
quietens the nerves (a nerve tonic)
sedative for exhaustion
Respiratory Conditions
Red Clover has a strong antispasmodic effect on:
asthma
colds
hoarseness
bronchitis
coughs in children
disorders of the respiratory organs
irritation of the vocal cords, windpipe and bronchial tubes
spasmodic coughing
wheezing
whooping cough
Skin Conditions
Red Clover is an excellent skin remedy in cases of:
acne
eczema
psoriasis
rashes
skin disorders
Other Conditions
beneficial for the organs of elimination - lungs, kidneys, bowels and skin
cancer, in particular breast cancers
promotes eliminatory functions
strengthens children with weak systems
tumors "
