OTHER MEDICINAL FOODS
ABOUT
A selection of other fruits, vegetables and herbs that have medicinal value which you might like to add to your culinary medicine cabinet.
APPLE PECTIN
GOOD FOR
Chelator
ABOUT
This is a natural food based heavy metal chelator which can be used for fragile patients who are hypersensitive to other treatments. [100]
BRASSICAS
GOOD FOR
Sulfur, Glutathione
ABOUT
Being rich in Sulfur, which toxic metals are attracted to, and their affect on L-Glutathione levels, brassicas are recommended for people with heavy metal toxicity. These include cabbage, cauliflower, broccoli, kale and mustard. [101]
COMFREY LEAF
GOOD FOR
Shikimic acid
ABOUT
This is a source of Shikimic Acid, which is a Spike Protein Neutralizer. It should NOT be consumed during pregnancy. [102]
CITRUS
PROPERTIES
Anti-bacterial, Anti-carcinogenic, Anti-fungal, Anti-diabetic, Anti-viral, Diuretic
GOOD FOR
Bile production, CNS disorders, Detoxification, Digestion, Gout, Gum health, Inhibits uric acid, Kidney stones, Liver, Scurvy,
ABOUT
Citrus is highly recommended as part of a detoxification program, and also for general health. It stimulates bile production from the liver, which lubricates the intestines and aids digestion.
CONTAINS
Bioflavonoids, Vitamin C – full complex
HOW TO USE
Citrus juice can find its way into any meal as a drink, and add lemon juice to your salads and fruits. The Peel of organic citrus can be dried and ground to make a vitamin C powder, or boiled to make a Quinine drink. See the recipes section for details.
NOTE
Sugar consumption and smoking prevent Vitamin C absorption
DAIRY
GOOD FOR
Glutathione production
ABOUT
Consider whey protein to boost glutathione if you are not allergic to dairy.
FLAX
GOOD FOR
Elimination
USE
Make sure you have bowel movements twice a day. This is very important or you will reabsorb mercury and other toxins from the gut. You can add ground flax seeds to shakes or foods, use whole flax seeds which have been soaked in water for 8 hours.
GHEE MIXTURE
RECOMMENDED BY: Dr Vivek Joshi
GOOD FOR
Clean arteries, Reduce heart attacks & strokes, Flush kidney stones, Clean blood vessels and joints, Lower cholesterol, Prevents endothelial lining of arteries ie: strokes and heart attacks
Lemon: Antioxidants & Flavonoids – prevents arthelerosis & helps lower cholesterol
Ghee: Good quality fats & Anti-inflammatory – good for cardio issues, to reduce weight, and skin
USE
Take 1 tbsp. ghee, 1/2 – 1/4 tsp lemon juice
Mix and drink on empty stomach, or 15 minutes after water, or 30 minutes before food or drinks.
GINGER
PROPERTIES
Anti-inflammatory, Digestive aid, Prebiotic
GOOD FOR
Digestive issues
ABOUT
This herb has been used for thousands of years medicinally. It stimulates the liver to create more bile which is then stored in – but not released from – the gallbladder, increasing the concentration. This in turn lubricates the intestines, and prevents the build-up of sludge which can create nausea, reflux, stomach pain and gas. [108]
Ginger is also a powerful anti-inflammatory, making it effective for reducing digestive inflammation. It is a source of prebiotics, which create probiotics, adding to its beneficial effect on gut health. [107]
German studies have shown it to be more effective for inflammation related pain such as arthritis than pharmaceutical pain killers. [107]
HOW TO USE
Fresh ginger can be used raw or cooked. Grate and add to salads, fruit, stir-fries, cakes, smoothies, juices and soups. Boil for 30 minutes in water with green tea leaves to make a powerful antioxidant tea. [107]
LICORICE ROOT
GOOD FOR
Respiratory congestion, heart health
PROPERTIES
Anti-viral, Decongestant, Immuno-regulatory
ABOUT
This delicious root not only makes a lovely tea, but is highly medicinal, and has been used as such since ancient times. It is high in Anti-oxidants, relieves respiratory congestion, eases stress and increases energy. It protects the liver which is important during detox, and prevents heart disease. It has also been used widely as an Anti-viral, and studies have confirmed that it helps prevent bonding to the cells by viruses. It is available in tea bags and loose root to make tea or tinctures.
NEEM
GOOD FOR
Spike protein inhibitor
PROPERTIES
Anti-bacterial, Anti-fungal, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-viral, Spike Protein Inhibitor.
ABOUT
Bark, leaves and seeds of this tree have been used in plant medicine in India for a long time. It blocks the Spike Protein from attaching to and gaining entry into cells.
ALERT
- Should NOT be consumed during pregnancy.
PAU D’ARCO
PROPERTIES
Anti-bacterial, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-oxidant, Anti-parasitic, Anti-viral, Astringent, Blood cleaner, Expectorant
GOOD FOR
Blood Cleaning / Thinning, Immunity, Inflammation, Respiratory infections,
ABOUT
Bark of an evergreen tropical South American tree used indigenously, with at least 1500 years of historical medicinal use. Good for malaria, removing foreign objects and tumors, and importantly for the serum it helps clean and thin the blood and tends to respiration.
POMEGRANATE
Detoxifier
PROPERTIES
Anti-carcinogenic, Anti-diabetic, Anti-inflammatory, Anti-oxidant, Detoxifier
GOOD FOR
Blood Pressure, Circulation, Cognition, Digestion, Heart, Immunity, Lowering Cholesterol, Metal Chelation
ABOUT
Known as one of the healthiest foods you can put in your body, which is divine as they are so tasty, and they have also been used medicinally across the world for thousands of years. You may have added the seeds to your salads and breakfast bowls, and enjoyed the juice. In addition the skin is a rich source of nutrients for both internal and external use.
CONTAINS
Anti-oxidants, Flavonoids, Polyphenols, Vitamin C
SHILAJIT
GOOD FOR
Neutralize graphene oxide
ABOUT
Humic acids are known to partially neutralize the toxic effects of Graphene oxide in aquatic environments. [1] Humic and Fulvic acids have shown in studies to inhibit the aggregating effects of GO in river sediment, which has interesting implications for those who received the experimental treatments with GO present. [2]
CONTAINS
Fulvic Acid, Humic Acid
HOW TO USE
1 pea-sized amount of this resin in hot water daily as tea, or if you like the taste mix it with your superfoods as shown here!
ALERT
Ensure the brand you buy has been purified and tested as some sources contain toxic amounts of heavy metals.
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