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Acknowledgements
I would like to thank my family and friends for their support in my
journey to find alternative solutions to surgery for all women that suffer
from the debilitating effects of uterine fibroids.
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Preface
This book came into being due to the lack of options that most women
are given for the treatment of their fibroids. Women need to be given
choices when it comes to their health.
This is important information that is not always readily available or
offered as an alternative to surgery. Women with fibroids need to be
given all of their options so that they can make an educated decision
about how they want to proceed with the removal of their uterine
fibroids.
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Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Introduction To Fibroids
Chapter 2: The Most Common Symptoms Of Fibroids
Chapter 3: Foods That Will Shrink Your Fibroids
Chapter 4: Did You Know That . . .
Chapter 5: Facts About Fibroids
Chapter 6: Diet Recommendations For Women With Fibroids
Chapter 7: Home Remedies To Get Rid Of Fibroids
Chapter 5: The Many Benefits Of Blackstrap Molasses
Chapter 6: Conclusion
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Chapter 1: Introduction To Fibroids
If you have fibroids, then you know how extremely painful and
frustrating they can be. Not to mention that they can sometimes cause
infertility.
If you are a woman between the ages of 18 and 50, you probably have
experienced fibroids at sometime in your life. If not, then you probably
will.
Uterine fibroids are noncancerous (benign) tumors that develop in your
womb (uterus). Uterine fibroids are very common. Nearly every 1 in 5
women will have fibroids during their childbearing years. Which is the
time after you start menstruating for the first time and before you reach
menopause. Almost half of all women will have fibroids by the time
they turn 50.
Fibroids are very rare for women under the age of 20. And fibroids are
more common in African-Americans than Caucasians. Yet the cause is
still unknown.
Fibroid growth has been linked to the hormone estrogen. Therefore, as
long as you are menstruating, your fibroids will more than likely
continue growing.
The growth of a fibroid is usually a very slow
process.
Sometimes they are so tiny that they can only be seen with a
microscope. However, then can grow to become very large in size and
can weigh several pounds. Women with very large fibroids can look as
if they are at various stages of pregnancy depending on how large their
fibroid(s) is and more often than not multiple fibroids varying in size are
present.
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Chapter 2: The Most Common Symptoms Of Fibroids
Fibroids are located in several areas of the uterus:
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Myometrial - in the muscle wall of the uterus
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Submucosal - just under the surface of the uterine lining
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Subserosal - just under the outside covering of the uterus
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Pendunculated - occurring on a long stalk on the outside of the
uterus or inside the cavity of the uterus
The most common symptoms of uterine fibroids are:
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Bleeding between periods
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Heavy menstrual bleeding (menorrhagia), sometimes with the
passage of blood clots
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Menstrual periods that may last longer than normal
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Need to urinate more often
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Pelvic cramping or pain with periods
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Sensation of fullness or pressure in lower abdomen
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Pain during intercourse
In many cases uterine fibroids do not cause any symptoms at all and do
not require treatment. However, if they grow large enough, they can
cause pressure on your other organs, abnormal bleeding and infertility.
So in these cases surgery may be required.
I assume that since you are here seeking out information for relief from
your fibroids that you or someone you love has been diagnosed with
uterine fibroids. Am I right?
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OK. The first thing to do is not to panic. As we discussed earlier,
uterine fibroids are noncancerous tumors that develop in your uterus.
And whether or not they are giving you problems, I am sure that you
want to get rid of them - pronto!
There are many things you can do to get rid of your fibroids. And that
can include anything from herbs to medications to surgery. But today
we are going to talk about food. Specifically what foods can help you
get rid of your fibroids and which foods you should avoid like the
plague.
People will talk to you about staying away from refined sugar, highly
processed foods, fried foods etc. That is all good advice but I thought
you would like a little more detail than that. So I have made a list of
foods that you should try to incorporate into your daily diet to help get
rid of your fibroids naturally.
Since estrogen stimulates fibroid growth, it makes sense to include
foods that reduce estrogen in your diet.
Here are some great food
choices that you can try before choosing conventional medication and /
or surgery.
BTW, I won't specifically address some of the potential pitfalls of
fibroids, but I highly recommend the Stop Fibroids System, which goes
into very specific details such as the top seven foods you must avoid,
herbs that will help shrink your fibroids naturally, the top mistakes that
women make that actually make their fibroids grow and so much more.
The book can be downloaded immediately and is not only easy to read
and understand, but it explains and solves many seen and unforeseen
issues that are affecting your fibroids and your quality of life. You can
read more about it by Clicking Here.
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Chapter 3: Foods That Will Shrink Your Fibroids
High Fiber Foods, Raw Fruits And Vegetables, Fish, Nuts And
Seeds
Foods that contain a high fiber content can help reduce the size of your
fibroids and eliminate your symptoms. Fiber helps the liver process and
remove leftover estrogen from your body. According to Dr. Ronald
Hoffman of New York, a high fiber diet will decrease blood estrogen
levels. Fiber may bind to the hormone and draw it out of the body. You
should try to get at least seven servings of these per day.
Here are
some foods that help shrink fibroids:
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Beans
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Nuts
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Whole grains
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Flaxseed
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Wheat
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Buckwheat
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Oatmeal
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Brown rice
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Oat bran
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Pineapples
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Citrus fruits
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Cabbage
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Brussels sprouts
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Salmon
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Mackerel
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Tuna
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Legumes
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Pinto beans
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Kidney beans
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Black beans
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Split peas
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Almonds
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Walnuts
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Sunflower seeds
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Brazil nuts
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Broccoli sprouts
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Kale
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Garlic
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Onions
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Blue green algae
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Barley
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Wheatgrass
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Spinach
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Spirulina
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Alfalfa
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Chard
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Arugula
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Organic leafy greens
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Lettuce
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Celery
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Okra
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Cabbage
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Cucumber
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Kiwi
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Avocado
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Plum
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Lemons
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Oranges
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Limes
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Carrots
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Artichokes
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Asparagus
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Cauliflower
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Beets
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Turmeric
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Oregano
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Green tea
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Mung beans
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Pumpkin seeds
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Hemp seeds
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Sesame seeds
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Chia seeds
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Siberian cedar nuts
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Bell peppers
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Berries
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Melons
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Hemp oil
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Avocado oil
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Olive oil
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Flax seed oil
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Soybean oil
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Canola oil
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Now go through this list and write down all of the things on this list that
you like to eat. There are probably many of them that you have never
tried. So branch out and try some new things.
After you have determined which items you like, all you have to do is to
incorporate them into your new daily eating habits.
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Chapter 4: Did You Know That . . .
Did You Know That . . .
1.
Your cleaning products could be causing your fibroids to grow.
Anything that touches your skin gets absorbed into your bloodstream
and can introduce toxins into your body.
You should switch to all
natural cleaning products to avoid exposing yourself to additional
toxins. If you do not want to switch your cleaning products to natural,
just be sure to wear rubber gloves whenever you are cleaning.
2. Your cosmetics could also be causing your fibroids to grow. The
same concept as above.
Anything that touches your skin gets
absorbed into your bloodstream introducing toxins into your body. So it
is very important that you switch to natural cosmetics. Think about all
of the toxins you have been putting into your body everyday by using
cosmetics made of manmade chemicals.
3. Ok, we will not beat this subject into the ground; however, you
should always think about toxins in anything you are doing such as
gardening etc. - always use gloves to keep those toxins out of your
body!
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Chapter 5: Facts About Fibroids
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About 75% of all women have fibroids
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Around 20-40% of fibroids create symptoms like excessive
bleeding or pain
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More than six hundred thousand hysterectomies are performed in
the United States alone each year, about 90% of them are for benign
conditions
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Fibroids account for about 45% of all hysterectomies
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Women that use hormone replacement therapy are at a greater
risk for ongoing symptoms of fibroids compared to those women who
don't use hormone replacement therapy
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Fibroids are more common in women who began menstruating at
younger ages
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Black women are two to three times more likely than white
women to be diagnosed with fibroids
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Women who have never had any children develop fibroids more
than women who have had children
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Women who have had four to five children are at the lowest risk
of being diagnosed with fibroids. These women are 70 to 80 percent
less likely to develop fibroids than those who have no children
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Obese and overweight women generally have more problems
with fibroids
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Fibroids sometimes run in families. Some studies have shown
that women are twice as likely to develop fibroids if someone else in
their family has also gotten them
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Women who have gone through menopause are less likely to be
diagnosed with fibroids
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Chapter 6: Diet Recommendations For Women With
Fibroids
Here are some recipes and diet recommendations for women with
fibroids:
Recommended Diet
Avoid refined white flour and bread, black tea and coffee, refined sugar
and products, soft drinks, canned juices, fried sausages and cow's milk
products (except cottage cheese, brown sugar and fresh). Minimum
consumption of red meat.
Food items to include in your daily diet are fish, fresh vegetable juice
with tomato, carrots, sprouts, chlorophyll (a teaspoon a day) and garlic
(good morning fasting), pollen, royal jelly and green tea infusions. Goji
berries make excellent tonics that also help prevent cell damage.
Raw garlic - make it at night or in the morning. It is a powerful remedy
that will help eliminate fibroids.
It also has antibiotic substances,
cleansing and antioxidant properties and is one of the best natural
medicines.
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Chapter 7: Home Remedies To Get Rid Of Fibroids
Here are some Home Remedies and recipes you can try to help with
your fibroids. Just remember that not every remedy will work for every
person.
Home Remedy To Remove Fibroids
You will need:
• 1 teaspoon honey 100% natural
• 1 lemon, juiced
• 1 tablespoon of pollen
• 1 glass of pure water
• 1 cup of aloe vera pulp or juice, or a cactus boy (bald)
Mix all ingredients in a blender until well crushed.
Cleansing diet: If you have fibroids or want to prevent fibroids, try a
cleansing diet Simply choose a fruit (like grapes, apples, papaya, etc.)
and eat that only for 2 days without eating anything else. During the diet
you should drink at least 2 liters of pure water. If you get diarrhea,
abdominal pain, or a headache, etc. that is normal, your body is being
debugged, do not stop the diet because you think these symptoms "are
bad",
follow it knowing that these symptoms are natural and are
associated with what is commonly called healing crisis.
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Home remedy to remove fibroids in the uterus
You will need:
• 2 corn
• 5 plantain leaves
• 5 sheets of achiote
• 2 quarts water
• Boil water and add the ingredients, boil for 5 minutes and turn off the
heat. Let stand about 10 minutes and strain. Drink cups of tea during
the day, do not sugarcoat anything.
Healthy Mango Salad Recipe with Black Beans and Carrots For
Fibroids
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1/2 red bell pepper, diced
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1 can black beans, drained, rinsed
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1 mango, diced
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1 scallion, sliced
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4 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
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2 carrots, chopped
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1 to 2 tsp jalapeno, minced
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2 tbsp parsley, chopped
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Salt, pepper to taste
Sautee carrots in 2 tbsp olive oil. Mix all ingredients and serve.
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Creamed Spinach
1 bunch spinach [approx 4-5 cups]
1 med tomato, quartered,
1/2 med onion
1/4 c fresh dill -[I only use 1/8 c]
1 avocado
1 cup soaked pine nuts
1/2 lime, juices [I used the whole thing]
1 tbs Nama Shoyu
I added cayenne powder and 1/2 garlic clove
Put all ingredients into a food processor and, using the 's' blade,
process until smooth.
Serves 4 - can keep for 2 days
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Chapter 5: The Many Benefits Of Blackstrap Molasses
Blackstrap Molasses has many healing qualities and are worth
exploring. Take Blackstrap Molasses daily to help reduce period pain,
flow and length. You can also use it to decrease or stop using any pain
medications; stop eating ice (a sign of iron deficiency) and to reduce
the number of trips to the bathroom.
It has also been reported that Blackstrap Molasses users also show an
improvement for other conditions such as:: anxiety, constipation,
edema, heart palpitations, anemia, arthritic pain, joint pain, and acne.
Many Black Strap Molasses users also state that it turns their gray hair
back to its original color and also helps to soften their skin!
Black strap molasses remedy:
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1 TBSP of Blackstrap Molasses, 2 to 3x/day
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Add to coffee, milk, or oatmeal if taste is unpalatable
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For intense pain, take 4 TBSP at once
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Iced Molasses Recipe:
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1 Tablespoon Blackstrap Molasses
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Hot Water
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3/4 cup Milk or Soymilk
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Ice
Add your molasses to a glass and add just enough hot water to cover
the molasses. Stir until dissolved. Then add ice and top it off with either
Milk or Soymilk (organic). If you are avoiding milk, try vanilla or
chocolate soymilk.
.
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Chapter 6: Conclusion
As you know there are many things that cause and prevent fibroids.
Too many to list here. So if you would like more information about
dealing with your fibroids then CLICK HERE
You will learn:
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The top mistakes that most women make that are actually
making their fibroids grow
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Exactly what herbs are used to shrink fibroids naturally and
where you can get them
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Lifestyle changes needed to get rid of your fibroids
•
How fibroids can negatively affect your fertility
•
Why your doctor has not told the whole truth about your fibroids
•
How to treat your fibroids using Traditional Chinese Medicine
•
What foods actually make your fibroids grow and how to avoid
them
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The latest scientific breakthroughs on natural remedies for
uter ine fibroids
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And So Much More!
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“Yuck!”
I was recently home visiting my parents and that’s the response I got from
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blender into a tall glass.
“That looks like swamp water!” He said.
It was hard to argue with him, as I shoved a straw into it. The site of a green
smoothie is usually what turns most people off; the people that say “I’d never
drink something like that!” The people that miss out on so many great foods
because they refuse to try something new in fear that they might not like it.
Now, I’ll be the first to admit that green smoothies will never win any awards
for appearance. I don’t care how many beautifully taken rustic mason jar
photos you see on-line. I assume it goes back to our ancestors, where drinking
something green would probably mean a very certain death.
I shoved the glass in front of my dad...you’d think it was toxic waste the way
he edged back from the table.
“Just try it!” I said.
After a few minutes of intense stare down between my dad and the smoothie
and some last prayers…he took a sip.
...And then he took another sip.
“This is actually pretty good!” He said as a smile spread across his face.
I was all too used to this response from people that try a green smoothie for
the first time. The shock that something this healthy could taste GOOD!
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“Aren’t they complicated to make though?” He asked. “I probably couldn’t make
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I explained to him how easy they actually are to make and that’s one of the
main reasons why they’re so amazing.
What I realized is that if he just knew the basics, he could make these for
himself whenever he wanted.
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to your daily routine.
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list to get everything you need to make all of them.
You can make these smoothies whenever you want. You can replace a meal
with them or simply add them to your day as a healthy nutrient packed
“boost”. I just wanted to give you a little sample of how amazing these little
green drinks can taste :)
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Member Of The American Association Of Drugless Practitioners
Creator of The Smoothie Diet Weight Loss Program
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Shopping List *
Veggies
Fruits
Spinach (3 cups)
Bananas (3 medium)
Kale (2 cups)
Pear (2)
Parsley (1 small bunch)
Green Apple (1)
Mint (1 small bunch)
Orange (1)
Frozen Cauliflower (1/2 cup)
Frozen Pineapple (1 cup)
Frozen Raspberries (1
Boosters
Fresh Ginger (1 small piece)
Vanilla Extract (2 tsp)
Unsweetened Cocoa Powder
cup)
Liquid
Almond Milk (4 cups)
Unsweetened Coconut Flakes
* All smoothie recipes are for 1 serving. If making for 2, simply double the ingredients.
1 bunch kale, parsley, mint, and 1 bag of spinach should be enough for 2 people.
Can’t Find It? Use This Instead:
BANANAS: Avocados will give you the same creamy texture
KALE: Spinach, Swiss chard, collard greens, beet greens, romaine
SPINACH: Kale, Swiss chard, collard greens, beet greens, romaine
ORANGES: Clementines, tangerines, mangoes, papaya
PINEAPPLE: Oranges, mangoes, peaches
PEAR: Peaches, Apples, Plums
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The Power of Prep!
Good prep is the key to super simple smoothie making. Having all your
ingredients ready to throw in the blender makes this a breeze.
Wash, Cut, and Store Greens
You need two large zip lock bags with a paper-towel in each to absorb moisture.
Excess moisture is the #1 reason greens go bad fast. Remove the kale leaves from
the stems, chop, wash and spin dry in a salad spinner. Spinach usually comes
pre-washed in bags and doesn’t require any chopping. Remove the spinach from
the bag it came in and transfer it to the ziploc. Do the same with the kale into the
other bag. Store these in the fridge. When it comes time to make the smoothie
you will just grab a small handful from the bag which is about 1 cup.
Fresh Vs Frozen
Frozen fruit can actually be a better bargain than fresh depending on the time
of year. Also, if the fruit is flash frozen it may actually be fresher than the “fresh”
fruit. The general smoothie recipe rule I follow is fresh greens plus 1 fresh
fruit plus 1 frozen. If not using anything frozen I add a half cup of ice. I don’t
recommend freezing everything before, this will turn your smoothie to ice cream and
make it impossible to blend without adding more liquid which will water it down.
Chop And Portion Fruit If Needed
Most of these recipes use 1 fresh fruit and 1 frozen portion. If using fresh fruit
you can portion into small bags but honestly it’s not hard to peel a fresh banana.
Core an apple or pear the day you make the smoothie. If you buy a whole
pineapple though you may want to pre-cut it so you have it ready in the fridge.
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DAY 1
Blueberry Vanilla
Blueberries and vanilla make an amazing combination. Banana help thicken
this smoothie up nicely, for a creamy, irresistible treat. Did you say this was
green!? Serves 1
Ingredients
Directions
1 Cup Spinach
1. Add liquid, banana, spinach,
vanilla extract and blend until
smooth.
1 Banana
1 Cup Frozen Blueberries*
1 tsp Vanilla Extract
1 Cup Almond Milk
2. Add frozen blueberries and
blend again until smooth.
* If using fresh, add 1/2 cup ice
Did You Know?
Blueberries contain a type of flavonoid known as anthocyanins, which are responsible for the blue color. Blueberries may help protect vision, lower blood sugar
levels and keep the mind sharp by improving memory and cognition.
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DAY 2
Pineapple Coconut
You may think that herbs are only a flavor enhancer when cooking, and while
that is true, they are also an excellent source of nutrients. This creamy mango
smoothie is a delicious example of that. Serves 1
Ingredients
Directions
1/2 Cup Almond Milk
1. Add liquid, kale, orange,
mint and coconut and blend
until smooth.
1 Cup Kale, stems removed
1 Orange, Peeled & Seeds Removed
1 Cup Frozen Pineapple*
5-7 Fresh Mint Leaves
2. Add frozen pineapple and
blend again until smooth.
2 tbsp Coconut Flakes
* If using fresh, add 1/2 cup ice. Add more liquid if needed.
Did You Know?
Pineapple is an antioxidant powerhouse that helps fight aging and keeps your cells
healthy. It also contains an enzyme called bromelain that not only helps improve
your body’s digestive process but also helps fight inflammation.
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DAY3 1
DAY
Ginger Raspberry
Ginger is great for detoxing — it will help soothe any upset stomachs you
get from adjusting your diet. When paired with raspberries and banana, it’s
delicious. Serves 1
Ingredients
1 Cup Almond Milk
1 Cup Spinach
Directions
1. Add liquid, banana, spinach, and ginger and blend
until smooth.
1 Cup Frozen Raspberries*
1 Banana
1 tsp Grated Ginger
2. Add frozen raspberries and blend again until
smooth.
* If using fresh, add 1/2 cup ice
Did You Know?
The natural chemical responsible for raspberries’ mouthwatering aroma is similar
to capsaicin, the substance that puts the heat in hot peppers and has been shown
to fire up metabolism.
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DAY
DAY14
Chocolate Chip
Frozen cauliflower offers creaminess and nutrients without adding unpleasant
flavor. Unsweetened Cocoa powder give this smoothie a chocolate flavor without
adding sugar. Serves 1
Ingredients
Directions
1 Cup Almond Milk
1. Add liquid, cocoa powder,
kale, vanilla extract, pear and
blend until smooth.
1 Cup Kale, Stems Removed
1/2 Cup Frozen Cauliflower*
1 Pear, core removed
1 tbsp Cocoa Powder
2. Add frozen cauliflower and
blend again until smooth.
1 tsp Vanilla Extract
* If using fresh, add 1/2 cup ice
Did You Know?
Cocoa contains the substance phenethylamine, which is a neurotransmitter found
in the brain that acts as a mood elevator and natural antidepressant. It’s also one
of the highest polyphenol-containing foods which are powerful antioxidants.
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DAY 5
Apple Pear
Apple and Pear add a crisp refreshing taste to this amazing green smoothie.
Parsley is a great herb for detoxing the body as well. Serves 1
Ingredients
Directions
1/2 Cup Almond Milk*
1. Add liquid, spinach, apple,
pear, and parsley and blend
until smooth.
1 Cup Spinach
1 Banana
1 Green Apple
1/2 Pear
2. Add 1/2 cup ice and blend
again until smooth.
1/4 Cup Parsley Leaves
1/2 Cup Ice
* Add more liquid if needed.
Did You Know?
Apples and pears are a rich source of a powerful kind of fiber called pectin. It’s
what’s used as a gelling agent to make jams and jellies, and in our stomach it can
delay stomach emptying through a similar mechanism keeping you full longer.
The
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Turmeric Health Benefits
Turmeric is an ancient root used for its healing
properties for centuries. Turmeric comes from the
rhizome (rootstock) of the Curcuma longa plant. To
manufacture it, the roots of the plant are boiled, dried
and then ground into a powder. Traditionally used in
Chinese and Indian folk medicine, turmeric benefits
are amazing and able to treat a wide range of illnesses.
The powerful anti-inflammatory and antiseptic qualities
of turmeric have made it a precious commodity for
ages!
Referred to as “Indian saffron” in medieval England,
turmeric wasn’t understood or valued for a long time.
People used it as natural food dye instead of as
the unbelievable healing agent it really is. The many
turmeric health benefits are truly incredible!
With a peppery, warm and bitter flavor, the mild
fragrance of turmeric resembles orange and ginger,
which makes it a national favorite in curry dishes dating
back centuries. Today, it’s widely used in yellow
mustard and as a natural health supplement.
Next to essential oils, few natural remedies have
reached mainstream use like turmeric has these past
few years. Interestingly enough, you’d expect that
Americans would catch on sooner, considering that
we’ve doused our Ball Park franks in yellow mustard
since 1904. That was the year R.T. French Co. first
started to use turmeric as a preservative and color
agent for “creamy salad mustard.”
The Key to Turmeric Health
Benefits
The key to turmeric’s healing power is the chemical
compound curcumin. Nearly 7,000 peer-reviewed
scientific articles are published evaluating its
effectiveness, and although some side effects
are reported, the resounding feedback from the
research community is that turmeric and its primary
component, curcumin, hold some profound healing
benefits for the entire body. Take, for instance, just a
few of the most recent research studies published
within the past few months showing that curcumin can:
• Increase lifespan. (1)
• Protect the liver oxidative stress. (2)
• Kill fungus more effectively than ginger, clove
and oregano. (3)
• Induce tumor cell death in the deepest parts of
individual cells. (4)
• Kill bladder cancer cells. (5)
• Destroy lung cancer cells. (6)
• Lower blood cholesterol levels. (7)
• Protect against cognitive/memory defects from
heavy ion irradiation. (8)
Top 7 Proven Turmeric Health
Benefits
The list of healing powers attributed to turmeric
curcumin seems to go on for days. Of the 7,000 studies
testing its effectiveness and safety, very few report any
side effects whatsoever. Although inherent dangers
exist for certain people, the vast majority of research
findings center on the turmeric health benefits and its
healing properties.
Some health conditions turmeric helps with are:
1. Chronic Inflammation and Pain
The journal Oncogene published the results of a study
that evaluated several anti-inflammatory
compounds. It found that aspirin (Bayer, etc.) and
ibuprofen (Advil, Motrin, etc.) are least potent, while
curcumin is among the most potent anti-inflammatory
and anti-proliferative agents in the world. (9)
This means turmeric not only has great promise with
chronic pain, but since it has less side effects, it may
provide safe, lasting results!
2. Rheumatoid Arthritis
Due to its high anti-inflammatory properties, turmeric is
highly effective at helping people manage rheumatoid
arthritis (RA). A recent study out of Japan evaluated its
relationship with interleukin (IL)-6, the inflammatory
cytokine known to be involved in the RA process, and
discovered that curcumin “significantly reduced” these
inflammatory markers. This suggests that regular
turmeric use could be a potent strategy to prevent the
onset of RA from developing to begin with! (10)
3. Depression
Researchers from the Government Medical College
(Bhavnagar, Gujarat, India) published the results of the
first study this past April to evaluate curcumin’s ability
to manage depression in a controlled setting. Taking 60
volunteers diagnosed with major depressive disorder
(MDD) and diving the group to determine how patients
treated by curcumin compared against fluoxetine
(Prozac) and a combination of the two, it discovered
that that the principal curcuminoid in turmeric is not
only as effective as Prozac in managing depression, it
doesn’t carry with it all the dangerous side effects as
anti-depressive drugs do. According to the paper, “This
study provides first clinical evidence that cur cumin may
be used as an effective and safe modality for treatment
in patients with MDD.” (11)
4. Diabetes
Turmeric is shown to lower blood glucose levels and
reverse insulin resistance. For instance, an article
published in Biochemistry and Biophysical Research
Communications shared a study out of Auburn
University that discovered curcumin suppresses
glucose production in the liver. Fascinatingly,
researchers proved that it’s actually 400 times more
potent than Metformin (a common diabetes drug) in
activating AMPK and its downstream target acetyl-CoA
carboxylase (ACC). Turmeric acted as an anti-diabetic
and antioxidant in diabetes, especially type 1 diabetes
(12), improved metabolic function and reduced the risk
of plaque buildup in the arteries of type 2 diabetes
patients (13).
5. Cancer
Recent studies show turmeric is a powerful adversary
to cancer. Curcumin shows a marked ability to inhibit
cancer cell growth, boost antioxidant levels and the
immune system, and kill cancer cells. It seems to work
on improving mitochondrial function at a cellular level,
and it improves metabolism. Even against drugresistant strains of leukemia, curcumin caused cell
death of cancer cells.
6. Skin and Aging
Turmeric has many healing properties for skin. It’s a
natural anti-inflammatory so it reduces redness or other
skin irritations. It’s antibacterial, so it’s great for
blemishes, acne and skin balance. Turmeric is
wonderful at improving the texture of the skin because
it is an exfoliant but also rich in antioxidants. It’s a
wonderful natural treatment inside and out!
7. Brain Health and Memory
It’s all in your head … literally. This vital organ is the
fundamental keeper of everything you’re able to think,
act or dream. By taking turmeric, you can improve the
oxygen intake of the brain, which helps in all of the
brain’s functions and processes. Turmeric is extremely
healing for the brain and for increasing memory
function. Not surprisingly, when your brain functions at
its best, then you increase the uptake of hormones,
such as seratonin and melatonin. So, by healing the
basic functioning of the brain, you can also heal other
mental illnesses.
Turmeric vs. Modern Medicine
Turmeric curcumin is so effective at managing these
health concerns that after examining the research, I
found that turmeric benefits go well beyond that
of these 10 drugs:
• Anti-inflammatories
• Anti-depressants (Prozac)
• Chemotherapy
• Anti-coagulants (aspirin)
• Pain killers
• Diabetes drugs (Metformin)
• Arthritis medications
• Inflammatory bowel disease drugs
• Cholesterol drugs (Lipitor)
• Steroids
Turmeric Dosage
Turmeric dosage mainly depends on age. For instance,
adults are generally recommended to follow these
guidelines: (14)
• Supplement: 450 milligrams of curcumin capsules
each day or up to 3 grams of turmeric root daily
(divided into several doses).
• Tea: 1 to 1.5 grams of dried root steeped in 5
ounces of water for 15 minutes twice daily.
• Oil: ½ tablespoon of turmeric oil three times daily.
For children, it’s reported that there is “no proven or
safe medicinal dose of turmeric in children.” (15) With
that said, I recommend “culinary doses” by regularly
including it into your natural health meal plan as you
would any other spice or herb. This way you can rest
assured that your kids get their fair share of turmeric
benefits every day. To give you a feel for the dosage
amount, it’s been reported that the, “Average dietary
intake of turmeric in the Indian population may range
between 2 to 2.5 grams, corresponding to 60 to 200
milligrams of curcumin daily. (16)