Daily Archives: November 14, 2011
We hear a lot today about the importance of antioxidants, phytonutrients, anti-inflammatory foods, alkaline vs. acidic foods, enzymes, and pre and probiotics. Recent research highlights the value of these substances in promoting health and fighting disease. Although processed, packaged supplements are very popular, the research points to fruits and vegetables as the #1 method for supplying your body with these cancer and disease fighting wonders. Fresh organic vegetables, herbs, and fruits, grown in nutrient rich soil, can supply us with all the vitamins and minerals we need, as well as the healing gifts of antioxidents, phytonutrients, anti-inflammatories, enzymes, probiotic-promoting prebiotics, and alkalinizing properties. As I continue to educate myself about just how the human body utilizes these medicinal gifts from the garden, I will share with readers what I have learned .