Hummus is a delicious spread made from chickpeas(garbanzo beans). A popular and nutritious food for thousands of years in Africa and the Mediterranean, hummus has made its way into the supermarkets, restaurants, and homes in America as convenient and tasty snack. Hummus is very easy to make and can save you time, money, and effort in the kitchen. Endless varieties of hummus can be created from the basic ingredients of chickpeas, olive oil, lemon, and salt, and it can be eaten as a spread or dip with bread, veggies, or crackers. Many hummus recipes use tahini(sesame seed paste) as an added ingredient, but it is not necessary. I like to eat it in my salads and pita sandwiches. Light, easy to digest, yet filling, hummus is a good source of fiber, protein, carbohydrates, minerals, and B vitamins.
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Jan
25
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Recipe:
1 can garbanzo beans, drained
juice from 1/2 lemon
2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil(cold pressed)
1 clove garlic
1/2 teaspoon celtic or himalayan sea salt
1/4 teaspoon paprika
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
2 tablespoons coarsely chopped chives
2 0unces distilled water
Place all ingredients into food processor or blender. Blend on low for 3o seconds or pulse to get all ingredients mixed, then puree for 2-3 minutes or until smooth consistency is achieved. If you desire a smoother spread add a few tablespoons of water at a time. Give it a taste test before pouring into container and add more salt if needed.
Garnish with chives, cilantro, parsley, or olives and sprinkle a little crushed red pepper for a sumptuous presentation. Serve with pita, tortilla chips, naan, as a side or main dish with salad or cut veggies.
Garbanzos are not only for hummus. They can be added to soups, curries, salad, stews, and casseroles. Check out this easy dish:
Jan
15
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Garlic is one the oldest medicines known to humans and has been found in the ancient Egyptian tombs dating before 5,000 B.C. Studies conducted at the Public Health Department in New Delhi, India indicate that 98% of people who live to 100 years of age or more consume at least one clove of garlic a day. Garlic carries within it a laundry list of benefits like lowering blood pressure, blood cleansing, arthritis relief, and decongestant, plus garlic packs powerful properties including antibiotic, antiviral, germicidal, antiseptic, and antifungal. The key ingredient in garlic is an organic sulfur compound named allicin. This compound quickly changes into other chemicals and loses its effectiveness when garlic is processed making it difficult to obtain the full medicinal value. Cooking garlic destroys the allicin rendering it negligible for healing. The best way to benefit from garlic's miracle healing properties is to ingest it in its raw form as quickly as possible.
Lemon is one of the only foods on earth that has a special atomic structure which causes it to produce an abundance of electromagnetic energy. This energy is extremely healing, cleansing and balancing to entire body. Lemon helps to activate and increase the efficiency of the liver. Rich in potassium, calcium, phosphorous, and magnesium, lemons are another miracle food which has been useful in treating colds, flu, scurvy, sore throat, and liver problems.
Honey has also been found in ancient tombs and temples around the world and is still highly prized for its healing properties. Antibacterial, antifungal, antiseptic, antibiotic, and a natural preservative, honey does not spoil. Many studies have shown that honey is very effective in healing allergy symptoms. It many uses include external as well as internal applications, and it tastes delicious!
Almost everyone and their grandmother has a recipe or recommendation for using the 'holy trinity' of nature for healing ailments, and we never tire of trying them. Here is another recipe to add to your collection for building the immune system, fighting cold and allergy symptoms, and general internal body cleansing.
Lemon Milky
Ingredients:
3 lemons
6 cloves of garlic- peeled (can chop if desired)
2 tablespoons honey(tupelo or gallberry preferred)
Juice lemons
Place inside blender with other ingredients.
Blend for about 1 minute.
Pour into glass container and refrigerate.
Take 2 tablespoons of mixture every 2-3 hours until symptoms improve. Make a fresh batch every day if desired or needed.
Jan
13
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The harsh cold of the winter months can weather our skin, hair, and nails into recession if we don't take extra protective measures. We can quickly develop damaged, dry, aged skin this time of year. Much of the surface moisture is being stripped by dry frigid winds and we usually drink less water when the temperature is low, so our skin and its appendages tend to wither and crack. 2010 entered roaring with rough weather in much of the northern hemisphere and it's not even mid-winter yet. Let's take the opportunity to strike a fair deal with our bodies by protecting our all important skin right now!
Our skin is the largest organ of our body and performs many vital functions for our survival. It regulates our temperature, keeping us hovering around 98.6 degrees Farenheit. Temperatures below 95 and above 104 are considered life threatening. The skin provides sensation, respiration, excretion of waste, and protection of the body from injury and bacteria. It has a built in lubrication system which secretes oil(sebum) allowing the skin to remain elastic and flexible. The health of the skin is determined by nutrition(what we eat and drink) and external care.
First we begin by cleansing and protecting the skin. We should change our skin care products and regimen with the seasons similar to how we change our diet. Winter demands more protection and milder cleansing because of the diminished moisture in the air and in our bodies at this time. Wash the face in cool water and a mild moisturizing or black soap. Avoid hot water for the face as this is very drying. If you shower, I know you're going to use hot water, but cool down in lukewarm at the end of the shower. This will close the pores and stimulate the immune system.
Use a gentle toner on the face like witch hazel or refrigerated distilled water. You can also make an herbal toner from peppermint, chamomile, calendula, jasmine, or lavendar. Just take a tea bag or loose bulk herb(one tablespoon) and steep in 8 ounces hot water for 20 minutes. Allow to cool, store in glass jar or bottle, and refrigerate before use on skin. Discard after ten days.
I prefer to use natural oils on the skin instead of creams or lotions. You can be certain to get more nutrients from organic substances which balance the skin, feed the cells, and encourage improved hydration more than synthetic products any day. To make your skin soft, supple, and smooth, my favorite winter lipids for the face are jojoba, vitamin E, grapeseed, castor, and coconut. Olive oil is great too, however, I prefer this oil for the body. It is a great benefit to use essential oils with these to increase the efficacy of the skin treatment. Try a couple of drops of lavendar, neroli, geranium, or rosewood in a quarter coin sized amount of oil and apply to face and neck in an upward, outward motion. If you use vitamin E, make sure to purchase the natural form labeled 'd-alpha tocopherol'. Do not select 'dl-alpha tocopherol' by mistake.
Lips need extra care. Burt's Bees balms are super moisturizing or Carmex works well for chapped kissers. I've tried so many formulas over the years, but I have to admit, nothing works as well as petroleum jelly... Yep-good old Vaseline! I slather some on top of my lip balm if my smackers are dry or if I'm out in the cold for a while.
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For the body, enjoy a silky smooth soak by adding 2 cups of plain milk to your bath water. The lactic acid in the milk will help to dissolve dry, ashen skin to reveal a soft moisturized result. It will also help to relieve itchy skin problems associated with winter weather. Another remedy for dry scaly skin is a salt water bath using sea salt or epsom salt. Add a few drops of Lavendar essential oil and Tea Tree oil for soothing antiseptic action.
Hands and feet take the brunt of the attack from winter. Extremities require extreme care. While you're all cuddled up with your lovie-poo, be careful not to draw blood while playing footsies! Prevent the crusty dusty syndrome with a daily foot massage of a moisturizing herbal ointment made of nurturing shea butter, lavendar essential oil, and grapefruit essential oil, then throw on the socks. Hands get the benefit by default, but remember to wear gloves. One of my clients is a lovely 72 year old lady whose hands look plump and pretty far below her years. I asked her if she had a secret to young looking hands and she said: "Vaseline and gloves".
Liquid oils are great for restoring hands and feet to their summer soft best too. Make sure to gently blot excess oil with a paper towel or napkin.
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Try some of these winter skin remedies and get a Nu skin naturally!
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Jan
13
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Of the many attributes associated with the sign of the tiger, I consider it's corresponding element particularly interesting. Although this year the element is metal, the 'fixed' element for the tiger is wood. How inopportune are the recent relationship issues plaguing golf master 'Tiger' Woods as his namesake sign enters on Valentine's Day!
Persons born under the sign of the tiger are said to be courageous, protective, energetic, and short-tempered. These clever, alert, fast learners can become easily bored if not regularly challenged throughout life. They are natural born leaders who don't mind working their way to positions of power and influence. 'Lucky tiger' is very warm and friendly in social settings and makes an exciting, sexy, romantic love mate.
Green is the color for the year of the tiger, so step up on 'going green'. Eat more veggies for more energy, 'cause you're gonna need it for the ride! If you're not in the saddle yet, buckle up and make this a 'Tony-the-Tiger' GRRREEEAAAAT year!!!!
