notes from gayle herb dinner november 9, 2016
Burdock – root herb. High in iron, cleansing the lymph and liver through stimulation of the digestive juices and bile secretion. May be applied externally as a poultice.
Helps with:
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kidney ailments
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eczema and psoriasis
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anorexia nervosa and cystitis
Dark Leafy Greens – enriches the body with chlorophyll, iron, calcium, Vitamin C, Vitamin A, and fiber.
Helps with cleansing the intestines.
Golden Beets – contains betacyanin, anti-tumor, Vitamin B, folate, and iron.
Helps with:
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preventing cancer and birth defects
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cleansing digestion
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stimulating urine secretion
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opening the liver and spleen
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headaches
Avocado – contains 25 essential nutrients; Vitamins A, B, C, CE, and K; copper; potassium; phosphorous, magnesium. It is a source of high, healthy fat and protein.
Helps with:
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lowering cholesterol
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controlling blood pressure
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protects against macular degeneration
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regulating blood sugar levels
Onion – an antiseptic and diuretic
Helps with:
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colds and flu
Cucumber – contains Vitamin A, Vitamin C, sulfur, manganese, phosphorous, silicon, sodium, calcium, and potassium. Cooling to internal and external inflamed areas.
Helps with:
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joint inflammation
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liver and intestinal functions
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combating infection
Parsley – very high in Vitamin C. Poultice for bee stings.
Helps with fighting tumors.
Spinach – contains magnesium, iron, calcium, folate, Vitamin C, Vitamin B6, and potassium.
Helps with:
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heart disease
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cancer prevention
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promoting tissue growth and repair
Carrots – contains Vitamin A, Vitamin C, complex B, iron, calcium, potassium, sodium, beta-carotene, daucarine.
Helps with:
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preventing arterial and heart disease
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inhibiting growth of tumors in pancreas and lung
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relieving IBS
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cleansing the liver
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improving vision
Lentils – poor man’s protein. Low in fat.
Helps with:
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lowering cholesterol
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stabilizing blood sugar