Many of the common foods contain Cancer-Fighting Properties

Many of the common foods or Spices found in grocery stores or organic markets (e.g. carrot, tomatoes, Chili peppers, etc.) contain cancer-fighting properties, from the antioxidants that neutralize the damage caused by free radicals to the powerful phytochemicals that scientists are just beginning to explore. There isn't a single element in a particular food that does all the work, the best thing to do is eat a variety of foods.

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Uses of the different parts of the Neem Plant

Image of NeemNeem (Azadirachta indica) is a fascinating and versatile plant and using neem has many benefits. All parts of the neem tree are useful. The most widely used parts of the neem tree are the seed kernels, the leaves and the bark. Neem oil is very popular with organic gardeners.

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Uses of Broccoli

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Broccoli is high in vitamins C, K, and A, as well as dietary fibre; it also contains multiple nutrients with potent anti-cancer properties, such as diindolylmethane and small amounts of selenium. A single serving provides more than 30 mg of Vitamin C and a half-cup provides 52 mg of Vitamin C.

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Some medicinal properties and important uses of Turmeric (Curcuma longa)

Image of Turmeric RhizomeTurmeric (Curcuma longa) is a small rhizomatous herbaceous perennial plant of the ginger family, Zingiberaceae. Turmeric extract has significant effects in the laboratory on arthritis, amyloid-beta (Alzheimer's polymers), cancer and diabetes. In Ayurvedic practices, turmeric has many medicinal properties and many in South Asia use it as a readily available antiseptic for cuts, burns and bruises. It is also used as an antibacterial agent.

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Benefits and uses of Tomatos

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Tomatoes (Solanum lycopersicum) are very high in vitamin value. They are now eaten freely throughout the world, and their consumption is believed to benefit the heart among other things. They are wonderful as a blood cleanser, and excellent in elimination diets. Tomato juice can be used in convalescent diets, in combination with other raw vegetable juices such as celery, parsley, beet and carrot juice.

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Mushroom is a source of Vitamins, Minerals and Fibre

Image of MushroomsA mushroom is the fleshy, spore-bearing fruiting body of a fungus, typically produced above ground on soil or on its food source. The standard for the name "mushroom" is the cultivated white button mushroom, Agaricus bisporus, hence the word mushroom is most often applied to those fungi (Basidiomycota, Agaricomycetes) that have a stem (stipe), a cap (pileus), and gills (lamellae, sing: lamella).

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Uses and benefits of Flax

Image of FlaxFlax seeds contain high levels of dietary fiber including lignans, an abundance of micronutrients and omega-3 fatty acids. Flax seeds may lower cholesterol levels, especially in women. Initial studies suggest that flax seeds taken in the diet may benefit individuals with certain types of breast and prostate cancers.

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Chemopreventive effects of selected dietary & medicinal phenolic substances of some medicinal plants

Image of CapsicumImage of GingerA wide array of phenolic substances, particularly those present in dietary and medicinal plants, possess substantial anticarcinogenic and antimutagenic activities. The majority of these naturally occurring phenolics retain antioxidative and anti-inflammatory properties which appear to contribute to their chemopreventive or chemoprotective activity.

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Some important uses of Asarum europaeum (Asarabacca)

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Asarum europaeum, commonly known as Asarabacca, European Wild Ginger, Haselwort, and Wild Spikenard. The plant has a strong peppery taste and smell. It is used in the treatment of affections of the brain, eyes, throat and mouth. When taken as a snuff, it produces a copious flow of mucous.

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Scientific classification & Chemical constituents of medicinal plant Carica papaya

Image of PapayaCarica papaya is a medicinal plant. The fruits are used as fodder. Fruit, leaves, latex and stem are used to treat indigestion, diarrhoea, swelling of the lungs, stoppage of urination, blindness, tachycardia, ringworm and alopecia. The seeds are used as anthelmintics. The fruit contains high levels of Vitamins A and C and a phytochemical called beta-cryptoxanthin that promotes health.

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Tribal & Herbal Medicinal Uses of Graviola (Annona muricata)

Image of Annona muricataAll parts of the Graviola (Annona muricata L.) are used in natural medicine in the tropics, including the bark, leaves, roots, fruit, and fruit seeds. Different properties and uses are attributed to the different parts of the tree. Generally, the fruit and fruit juice are taken for worms and parasites, to cool fevers, to increase mother's milk after childbirth, and as an astringent for diarrhoea and dysentery.

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Amla is a Vitamin C Supplement & Top Heart Attack Fighters

Image of AmlaVitamin C present in amla helps to improve the elasticity of blood vessels, maintain normal blood flow and inhibits blockage of arteries caused by deposition of fat and cholesterol. You will be surprised to know that just one amla a day is enough to fulfil your day's requirement of vitamin C and maintain a healthy heart. (Other uses of Amla: Triphala, For Healthy Hair, For washing the hair, For Cough, Cold, Bronchitis, Medicinal Uses of Amla)

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Importance of Aloe Vera

Image of Aloe VeraAloe vera for Acne, burn, and hair loss Aloe Vera gel comes from the aloe plant. It is a clear, cool, transparent gel that used topically for a number of skin problems, including acne. All of this makes them an excellent choice to reduce acne and improve the overall healthiness of your skin .

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Health Benefits of Carica papaya (Papaw, Papaya)

Image of Carica papayaThe papaya (Carica papaya) is eaten raw as a fruit and contains high levels of Vitamins A and C and a phytochemical called beta-cryptoxanthin that promotes health. It also contains papain, which is an antibacterial protease enzyme that has meat tenderising properties and is used for clarifying beer. In a everyday health papaya works magic on strengthening the immune system preventing the recurrent colds and flu.

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Larrea tridentata can be used as a herbal remedy

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Larrea tridentata is a flowering plant, which is known as creosote bush, Gobernadora, chaparral, etc. It is a medicinal herb and it has the ability to inhibit the growing of other plants around and gain more water. It can be used as a herbal remedy.

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A medicinal and ornamental plant is Agastache rugosa

Image of Agastache rugosaSome of the medical uses for the agastache rugosa plant include using it as a treatment for people suffering from anxiety, nausea, bacterial infections, or gas. It has antifungal, antibacterial, carminative, and antipyretic properties. The plant has also been used a fungicide to prevent fungus from growing on potato crops.

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Nutritional Information of Pawpaw

Image of PawpawPawpaw (Asimina) is a genus of small clustered trees with large leaves and fruit, native to North America. In comparison with banana, apple, and orange, pawpaws have a higher protein and fat content. Banana exceeds pawpaw in food energy and carbohydrate content. There is little difference among these fruits in dietary fiber content.

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Garlic (Allium sativum) to Prevent Heart Disease

Image of Garlic (Allium sativum)Allium sativum (Garlic) is typically used to treat or prevent Heart disease (including atherosclerosis, high cholesterol), Cancer, Infections, Colds conditions. It supports the cardiovascular system and helps to lower high cholesterol.

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Adhatoda is an important medicinal plant

Image of AdhatodaAdhatoda is a common medicinal plant. Two major species are very important medicinally viz., Adhatoda vasica (Justicia adhatoda or, Valiya adalodakam) and Adhatoda beddomei (Cheriya adalodakam). Adhatoda has the properties: antiasthmatic , antispasmodic (respiratory tract), bronchodilator, expectorant (relaxing), oxytocic, etc.

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