Alpine Mummy
Alpine Mummy
Food Can Cure?
Food Can Cure?
Otiz Iceman was frozen in the Alps 5300 years ago. The well-preserved mummy was discovered in 1991 by hikers in the remote border of the Alps between Austria and Italy. Along with Otiz found a copper ax, a flint point dagger, a bow and arrows, and a bag which, upon inspection, was the Iceman travel kit. Inside the kit had more than a dozen different plants, berries and mushrooms along with birch, known for its antibacterial properties. The active ingredients of birch fungus act as a disinfectant and coagulant to stop bleeding. The fungus also is an edible mushroom when eaten can initiate diarrhea. Mushroom oil is toxic to certain parasitic bacteria. According to the analysis of intestinal contents, the Iceman had whipworm, an intestinal parasite that fought for the consumption of the mushroom that killed the parasite and then purged his tract intestinal. Neolithic people were aware of the healing aspects of certain plants that served as food and medicine.
By exploring the ruins of a city Egyptian a few years ago, I entered a room the guide said it was the home kitchen. I was amazed by the pungent smell of garlic and onions, even after more than 2,000 years. Why did the ancient Egyptians, renowned for his medical knowledge, the use of large amounts of garlic and onions in your kitchen than the smell remained for so many years? I knew I had to go beyond taste. As I later discovered, the medical benefits of garlic and onions are the first documented examples of plants used to treat the disease. Garlic has even been found in the pyramids of Egypt, presumably to maintain the healthy dead the afterlife.
Former practitioners were well versed in the healing properties of certain plants. The healing properties of these plants have become root Traditional modern medicine. Recently, scientists have discovered the importance of the role of food (ie plants) can play in preventing and treatment of certain diseases. For example, garlic and onion can accelerate the immune system. Containing T cells or killer cells that help defend against common cold and more serious diseases like cancer and heart disease. Garlic helps keep platelets from sticking together to block blood vessels. onions and garlic contain expectorants to thin mucus in the sinuses and breathing passages. The cure? Two eight ounces of orange juice every day.
Omega 3 is in the news almost daily. Probably the most important "miracle" by Omega 3 is the reduction of inflammation in the body that may increase the risk of heart attacks, strokes, arthritis, and a myriad of other foods. Eat a handful of nuts a day to relieve the risk and symptoms.
This is just the beginning of the value of the foods that have healing properties. Everyday foods like fruits, vegetables, lean meats and offer health benefits to prevent and cure many ailments. check out their food pantry. It is truly a medicine cabinet.
Sandy Powers is the author of "Organic for Health" an award-winning health guide.
About the Author
A breast cancer survivor with liver problems, Sandy Powers turned to organic foods to heal her liver and fight cancer recurrence. Her research, amazing results, and recipes packed with antioxidants and immune boosters are in her book, “Organic for Health.” Visit Sandy and view her book video at www.organicforhealthsite.com
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