Here is My Latest Swallow and Why

 

Introduction 

We have been trained to swallow, our throat right from childhood have also been adjusted to swallowing, so it is therefore not surprising when people come asking again and again "what should I swallow"?  So what do I mean by the word Swallow?,  To those who are far away, it may be difficult to understand or decode, but those living in Africa or Nigeria in particular will understand what I mean by Swallow when we prepare a carbohydrates food in a way that it becomes a moldable food that we can take in  without chewing, that is exactly what I mean by swallow and because majority of us never feel satisfied until we have swallowed something, being our culture we therefore feel very very unsatisfied when we do not have such in our diet.  Truly speaking, it is always heavy to have this type of diet, infact it can add to weight gain it can also  add to the amount of food consumed since the chewing  time is avoided.   If it is possible to avoid the Swallow I will recommend you to avoid it but,  No it is not something we can avoid as our body is already used to it both men and women love to swallow but men in particular  love it much more.  However,  as we age it is important to reduce its frequency since it increases the total amount cumulatively that we consume at a particular meal however we cannot take it out completely since it is something that we desire and most of them have advantage of not spiking sugar since it may take some time for it to break down. 

Some common swallows that we take  includes, fermented cassava (Foo foo) also the flour swallow as garri or eba as we call it is high in starch, our dried yam flour in form of amala our semolina swallow or semovita and other flours also some people have attempted preparing fermented millet as swallow but I do not recommend it because consuming too much fermented foods is harmful is not healthy for us as a matter of fact too much grains is dangerous it triggers inflammations and a lot of other health issues that is sometimes difficult to diagnose and it  is for this reason I do not recommend us to just prepare fermenter millet or other fermented grains as swallow or sorghum and all the fermented foods that are in the greens family however those who choose to take cassava flour as a swallow will be consuming too much of starch or carbohydrate because it is high in starch although if taken in very small amount moderate amount it is far better in  regulating blood sugar than most of the processed carbs we see around the only problem and challenge is the portion.

As much as we encourage inclusion of fermented foods it is also not good to consume too much of it as in the form of grains I therefore thought of this one and gave it a try.  Considering usually what to recommend especially non-glutinous grains,  food starches that are gluten free for diabetics and for those with high blood pressure and then you noticed again that most of these  starchy carbohydrates are not healthy for diabetics I  therefore began to wonder as some have usually as what then should we swallow ?, then tried  this particular one which is easily affordable and more economical a portion of oats to 70% whether ground oats or just oats flakes then 30% fermented cassava flakes or white (Ijebu garri) as we call it. why do I make this combination I will give us two or three reasons I have  actually tried adding it into my diet and it worked. It therefore became necessary to share it to lovers of swallow so that we can always have something to swallow which gives us that  feeling and filling we always desire. 

Oats Powder or Flakes 70%

I have actually tried consuming oats alone as. food and found its other side which is not good it is one of the grains family  and many of the oats contain traces of gluten probably from the source that they come from so when consumed continuously for a very long time the inflammatory side of it  begins to show up I have tried it several times for a long time even though it was cheaper then but now it is even very very expensive in this area where we are making it even more economical to make the decision I made and that is more reason I thought to share with us.  Oats  contains magnesium, potassium, some protein, soluble and insoluble fibre for heart health, for cholesterol  and vitamin B group of vitamins so I got some, also  some of my fermented garri white garri and began to prepare the swallow I shall be doing a video of it to show to us through my Youtube  and the proportion of both continue to stay in the pot and then add less than a cup of the fermented garri which is gluten-free naturally gluten-free to use to thicken it tried it once it was okay and was able to pass through the throat smoothly then and on  another occasion I tried it again it was good only ensure that the garri is not more than the oats, you will enjoy it and see how that feeling that you have taking your swallow goes.

Fermented Cassava Flour 30%

Have you tried swallowing garri  or eba or even foo foo with some vegetable soup and maybe meat or fish and then after checked your blood sugar you will notice that it doesn't have too much negative impact on blood sugar as we normally will think the problem will always be the portion the person  consumes is always a problem but  if we can maintain a very small and moderate portion it's a quality food if you're looking for what to take for energy as  a mature adult  and that is easy to digest there is a problem with Gluten I have noticed and observed it and as much as possible we should avoid foods that contain gluten they are inflammatory,  it is also important to know that consuming large amount of it will not only cause weight gain but will spike sugar will affect blood pressure and many other inflammatory conditions negatively and that is the reason why we should be cautious of portion but it has a very beautiful side too.  it has no fat and when you get the fermented one,  it will add that fermentation to your meal which is needed for easy absorption and for probiotics, then combine it with a little oats and prepare. 

 Start with the oats and use the garri flakes to thicken it. and you have a perfect swallow that can satisfy your swallow craving and not affect your health negatively that is protein.  It supplies important nutrients like proteins, potassium, magnesium for heart health and soluble and insoluble fibre to tackle bad cholesterol which is totally lacking in  cassava flakes and we always emphasize on protein in the diet so this combination provides a good swallow and economical too for the health conscious. But please do not overdo it because too much will give a negative result because of the carbohydrate  they  both carry which some people are already avoiding completely.    When you consume garri or eba alone it doesn't support heart health but the addition of the food in small portion makes it okay you may give it a try and comment or give us a feedback on your own finding concerning this very swallow what I tell you is that it is  working for me.  It is working for those I recommended it for and for those of you who loves swallow a lot it definitely will work for you too but you must take moderately it helps give you  that  feeling but ensure that your soup is rich vegetable  containing onions, garlic or the anti-inflammatory spices  must be in the soup in order to give you a good balance that is one of the secrets of this combo with a healthy soup that is rich in vegetables and  protein  like fish, meat fermented stuff and then you experience that feeling and satisfaction that comes when you swallow as you always love.

With too many questions on the subject of swallow coming my way and my own need to get a swallow for myself and some of  my followers, I therefore began to search for a perfect one,  especially considering  that some of the foods we buy as dried measure are  not okay because they come with molds.  Molded dried  plantain,  molded  dried yams,  all kinds of molds that you see in form of dried ground powder .  I  thought of something and decided to try out this very swallow and wao, it worked  and here some of the reasons why.

Why This Combo

1.  Heart Health; 

  The reason for this idea is to protect the heart health if you consume only a Eba or garri,  our heart will suffer and our body will not get enough protein to do its work.

2.  To Consume moderate amount of fermented food in the diet

Another reason is to be able to have a smart combination of little amount of fermented food in the diet through the addition of fermented garri for a healthy gut and to include non-glutinous grains  too which garri is one of them.  

3. To Reduce Much  Grains in the diet:  

 To reduce  much grain in the diet because the temptation that many are having is to focus on the grain as a swallow left with option of grinding  the sorghum bicolour, corn,  and  other grains which all comes with anti nutrient they are sources of gluten in one way or the other and many times if they are fermented and consumed in large quantity it triggers  some diseases and ailments I have actually experienced it some starts in form of sore throat, you may equally check and several other health issues in cases you experiencing any due to much grains in your diet and that is why I thought to make this adjustment and then to let us know the dangers of too much grains if you are going through some ailments  and you are wondering the source and you've been consuming too much grains or using as swallow  you may have to do a rethink and change to something that is gluten-free or find a way to add gluten-free some are making use of sweet potatoes which is also good but I find it more interesting to consume sweet potatoes alone once in a while because it's also quite heavy and when you are talking in terms of weight sweet potatoes is heavier than garri talking of weight and that is why I also decided to make this combination and I am  also being cautious about it not to take it too much or to take it daily. Yellow garri may carry more oil unless you prefer it that way.

4.  To Help Control Cholesterol with the help of Oats

This is one of the reasons behind this idea and i think it is a smart one

Summary:

In summary, it is important to know that we should not take too much.   Moderation is the rule and it is definitely not an everyday food if you consume it daily it may still end up in weight gain so just few times in the week occasionally as you desire to swallow three times in a week is not bad two times is not bad but just to make sure that you are not denied of swallowing or having opportunity to enjoy and  satisfy your craving for swallow that you started as an African child and up to adulthood.   Remember to drop your comment if you tried it and how it worked for you.

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7 Surprising Foods Diabetics Must Avoid

Introduction 

 Here are 7 common foods we love to eat daily but has negative impact on blood sugar.  Those who are experiencing insulin resistance must be careful in choosing their foods, if you can choose smartly and avoid those  foods that have high glycemic index you may not have to worry too much about insulin resistance as it may soon be over.   I have personally observed these things in my own diet and over time began to reduce them and when possible to avoid them completely but in avoiding them there must be alternative foods that can be substituted.  whatever you are missing by avoiding them though  I do not agree, you just take them out completely without a substitute to supply the nutrients you are missing if any.   It is okay to take them once in a while, take them in little amount, if you must consume them but bear in mind that they have a high glycemic index and posses resistance in your blood sugar, so the smart thing to do after consuming them if you must consume them is to consume another food that will lower your sugar so as to bring it to balance.  Here are the top 7 common foods Diabetics and prediabetics must be more cautious with;

1. White Rice  

We love to eat rice a lot and of course  rice is a low calorie easily digestible grain that is enjoyed right from childhood  up to  to old age but these days we have this brand of polished rice that usually have nutrients removed during polishing, making it unhealthy especially for diabetics these polished rice are in the  majority today and, are very high in terms of glycemic index.   if you are diabetic or pre-diabetic or you are managing diabetes please as much as possible know that rice is not a friend of diabetes and should be avoided or taken cautiously with a lot of vegetables and other foods or spices that lower blood sugar

2. Yam:  

Our local yam is a nice delicacy to so many of us but because of the issue of insulin resistance and its high glycemic index  a lot of us have decided to remove it from our die.I have personally remove this from my diet for several years now because of his impact on blood sugar I have managed diabetes in some people, I have handled some people with diabetes and have checked their sugar after a meal made with yam and I saw the impact so, I  do not need any other test or any other doctor to tell me that this particular food is not good for diabetes. Sweet potatoes is a better and healthier option if you want to eat tubers although people tend to see sweet potatoes as very sweet but the good news is that,  that sweetness is packed with nutrients and it  is a powerful food for those managing diabetes but we must control the portion and it's even best eating with vegetables and then in small amount in order for you to enjoy the benefits but for the yam tuber I do not recommend it for diabetes or pre-diabetics however surprisingly a lot of people who are managing diabetes still consume yam frequently ignorant of the fact that it affects blood sugar and in case you are in that category of people, just know that this particular food  though  looks hard as a tuber but it has very high negative impact on blood sugar and should be avoided if possible or replaced with a healthier option which is sweet potatoes.

3. White Bread:

Another very offensive food that we must avoid or be cautious with white bread if you are managing diabetes or you were pre-diabetic or you are a health-conscious person managing any kind of elements especially inflammations then it is advised to stay away from white bread and then also to stay away from wheat  bread you can take  wheat once in a long while in very small amount because of fibre but a lot of times people tend to switch to wheat believing that it is a better option yes which is high in fibre and vitamin B group of vitamins but it is not an option to consume it regularly because it does not work that way though it has more fibre than the white bread but that must be taken consciously because of its effect and impact and blood sugar and blood pressure too.

4. Milk

It is hard to believe but it is true that though we condemn milk in a lot of  ways though it is  loaded  with vitamins and minerals but every diabetic or pre-diabetic shouldbe very cautious with the consumption of milk.  Milk is not a friend of diabetes, those who are managing  blood sugar should  as much as possible stay away from too much milk .  once in a long while like I have always said you can take small amount because of your brain health  because milk is a brain food so I do not subscribe to total abstinence from certain foods because of its negative impact on blood sugar once in a long while take milk, it may help  you to reduce depression too and have to support the brain, may preserve the brain function and degeneration that is what I have noticed and those who are conscious of blood sugar or fighting inflammation to also be mindful of milk and take it cautiously or if they have other alternatives  for calcium you can also abstained completely.  I'm aware that some people have abstained from milk totally and they are doing very well with it but I have noticed that when milk is kept away for too long energy level drops. Total energy drops because milk is one of the foods that have complete aminoacids and my  honest opinion is that it should not be a regular food for diabetics but once in a while included moderately  because of its nutrients and the fact is that it hass complete amino acids and supports brain health.

5. Noodles, Pastas, Biscuits

Noodles pasta biscuits semovita and all the names such as spaghetti or whatever they are called are all in the same class and  very unhealthy for those who are managing diabetes or pre-diabetics they are not only factory made they do not have nutrients to deliver and those  managing diabetes or trying to control blood sugar should be conscious of nutrients in the food they consume.  Almost all the foods in this categories may be fortified to but it is better to avoid fortified foods and embrace naturally occurring vitamins and minerals in order to save and secure our liver and kidney because the liver and the kidney are the ones doing the clearing after we have consumed these unhealthy foods so if you are trying to avoid blood sugar spike or you have issues with insulin then you must stay away from these category of foods because they are not healthy and they do not support a stable blood sugar

6. Pap made with corn and Corn Products

Pap is a common food and  many people love it because it's not only easy to consume you can also add other foods to enjoy it,  it is also  a fermented food which is good for us but here is a bad news for diabetics and prediabetics irrespective of  whether it's made with yellow corn and white corn it is not good for blood sugar, it is one of the worst foods when managing blood sugar you must stay away I have had arguments with people who are diabetic who are still in love with pap because it tastes sour in the mouth and because they do not have knowledge about its glycemic index.  I have met someone that is diabetic and been  on medications and when I tried to educate her that she should stop consuming too much pap she argued it so I left her alone and that is the case with many people today, ignorance while they are on  medication they are still feeding the disease.  if you are in that category take breakfast made with pap  and then go check your blood sugar yes it is true some people do take it with other foods like moi moi,  yes that is a better way fairly better way but  I still do not recommend it because consuming it with beans or moi moi  does not make it complete if you are taking with boiled egg, it is even better  and that pap  has to be millet  pap  because it has

7.  Fake Honey

Pure original honey is not bad for diabetes but it is very hard these days to get a good honey that has not been adulterated fake honey there forIs one of the worst foods for diabetes if you are not sure of the honey which is the case most times these days it is better to avoid honey because it will spike your blood sugar or even start it if you didn't have it before because most times we do not know the content of our so-called honey but if you know the source of the honey and you are sure they are directly from the Beast you can take it moderately and it will help to boost the nutrients in your body and support fight against diabetes otherwise it is one of the foot to be avoided because of its negative impact on blood sugar

summary

There are several other foods that also cause spike in blood sugar however it is important to know how a food  affects your blood sugar before you start consuming it .Do not based on what people say or what people think about the food or how the food looks some food may look solid physically like our local yam but they do not behave like that when they get into the body so we must be careful in order not to feed or support insulin resistancethrough what we eat, so  that we will not experience complications in diabetes

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Here is the next oil to Olive oil, See why I use it Daily

 

Introduction 

Fats and oils are very important in our diet especially if you are managing an ailment, it is  important to choose your oils and your fats very very carefully because of the impact and their effect on our overall health.  After several years of wondering which oil to use having  used several other oils such as  sunflower oil, canola oil and all kinds of oils and found out that it is difficult to get a good one but  later found one that is even indigenous, we all know that only olive  trends as one of  the best oil  especially for managing diseases because of its lipid profile, now cold pressed olive oil cannot stand heat when you try to cook with cold pressed olive oil it attracts free radicals it attracts other agents which are harmful to the body I have  personality  tried cooking with cold pressed olive oil during my years of search for good oil  and  it didn't come out well and you cannot store that food for a long time when you prepare it with olive oil I then found out that peanut oil is the next in terms of profile and why it is even better is because it can stand heat, it tastes even better and does not spoil meaning that it is organic except you buy those ones that have been adulterated.  I have actually bought one before thinking it was organic peanut oil but eventually threw it away because it didn't meet up to my expectation.

Here are the reasons why you should switch to organic peanut oil if you are still searching for oil to use in your cooking and  the good news is that the peanut oil is also good not only  for cooking,  frying for those who love frying and then I also recently discovered you can add it moderately  to your soups and stews too. Before now I thought it was only good for stews and such other things but you can add it more gently because of its rich content of vitamin E. vitamin E is a powerful antioxidant for the heart those who want to strengthen their heart or going through heart related issues should  choose their oil wisely and they may even consider using this peanut oil and may even consider using the oil in their  cookings

Here are top benefits of using organic peanut to cook your  meals:

1. Vitamin E

Vitamin E is present in high amount in this oil and it is a powerful Antioxidant for the heart and rarely found in many foods  is a fat-soluble vitamin and also operate on the other side of non fat,  so when you are talking of important antioxidants to fight disease vitamin E is one of them especially as we age we must include as much as possible more vitamin E rich foods naturally occurring vitamin E is best, this is not to say that if you have a supplementation it  is bad but whenever you have access to the naturally occurring vitamin E in foods such as we have in Peanut oil and some seeds, better use them so that you get results

2.  For Heart ❤️ Related Issues

If you experience heart problems and  really you don't have to wait for it  before you start taking food that can support your heart health this is particularly important for women during the pre menopause, the menopause and the post menopause years they tend to have heart problems more than the men maybe because of other factors such as estrogen activities such as hormonal imbalances and all other factors so consider using organic peanut oil in your cooking as much as possible getting olive oil is not so easy as some of us may not  be able to access it depending on your region but because it is not so easy and has been so much adult-rated here, it is safer to use the one we are sure of  which is  the peanut oil.

3. To Support Liver Function:

Vitamin E is very prominent in this oil and  is the main reason I have decided to stick to it for several years now vitamin E is important in helping  dissolves some of the bad cholesterol and some of the unhealthy fats.  There was   actually a time I tried to keep the oil out considering that it may not be so much important as I was attaching and for the fact that it was not within reach where I was residing at the time. it but it was not long some few months I discovered that I usually feel dizzy, then did a test, I had developed  fatty liver which was never there while I was using the peanut oil.   I had to go back quickly and get this oil even though it was not easily within reach but knowing that our health is the greatest asset we have I went all way out to go get the oil because of its importance and support to my wellness, so if you are experiencing a fatty liver particularly you must be careful with the oil you are  using. Try  to get more foods that are rich in vitamin E since it was not likely to clog arteries or be stocked in the Liver as some other oils  do. Bad oils and transfats in the liver contribute in  stopping or preventing it from doing it work and when the Liver stopped working.   We are down already our  body metabolism of fat stops working and if you don't eat fat in your diet if there is no fat in your diet in a whole day your immune system is completely down,  so this is one of the main reason you may consider switching to  the oil  more seriously and also consider using the organic peanut oil.

4.  Fight Inflammations

Vitamin E naturally occurring is not inflammatory except when other ingredients or or agents are added to it but on its  own, it  is not inflammatory instead  supports the fight against inflammations which do occur at all levels in the body and it also supports a healthy body weight which sometimes are caused by inflammations not really fat but just inflammation all over.

5.  Improve absorption of Nutrients

Have you tried consuming certain foods without fat,  if you ever tried it, you will be able to appreciate better the place of healthy fats like vitamin E in digestion because without healthy fats and antioxidants such as Vitamin E that you can find in this oil, the food digestion will be difficult,  producing gas and all kinds of discomfort you know what happens when you put fresh tomatoes inside a machine to grind and there is no water in it you know it makes a lot of noise and  takes a longer time and at the end it won't blend very well until you add a little water that is what happens to us  in our digestive.   Little oil from Vitamin E  makes for easier and faster digesiton.  So if you have been told to avoid oils and fats like many of us  often misled with a wrong information it won't help you or improve your health.

 whether you are fighting high blood pressure which tends to be poor in absorption of fats generally don't avoid all the fats It supports your heart without antioxidants like vitamin E   your heart function wont be at its best.  without this important nutrients some organs will not give their best and that is why we must also consider using this oil.

6.  Reduce Signs of Aging

We are all aware of the benefits of vitamin E for the skin vitamin E help 2 reduce signs of aging if you use natural vitamin E oil as a body cream or vitamin E in your lotion or you're consuming it whichever,, you will notice a glowing skin.   No wonder they always add it to most of the body creams and lotions because of its powerful anti-ageing effect on the skin, not only externally,  it also works on the inside if you are consuming vitamin E rich foods vitamin E does not go rancid.  naturally occurring vitamin E does not go rancid like some other oils.  I have sometimes kept the oil for more than a year and nothing changed

7.  Supports Healthy Cholesterol Levels

The naturally occurring vitamin E in organic peanut oil health tomay help  balance cholesterol levels.  if you suspect you have much of the bad cholesterol and you need to increase good cholesterol you may need to switch to this oil but you must ensure that it is organic peanut oil.   There are  several peanut oils in the market that are not the real peanut oil though they have the name organic on it but in the real sence they are not organic they have added some other preservatives in order to preserve their shelf-life and add other cheaper oils to maximize their profit.  I have personally come across such oil  and deceived by  the higher amount paid on the oil because of its beautiful packaging and the name organic so it is not always okay to rely on the labelling and beautiful Commercials when you test it you need to  listen to your body and know how you feel don't just take all that is written on it I have got the experience,  test it and know whether it is truly organic.

8. Supports Our Eyes

Another reason to consider this oil is because of its support for eye,  naturally occurring vitamin E in peanuts which is the main nutrient in this oil is the reason for its support for the eyes and everyone of   deserve better sight  especially as we age.  Degeneration of our eyes continues just like other parts of the body except we support it with foods such as vitamin E from peanuts.

Summary

The more interesting aspect of this oil is that you can easily make it at home by simply grinding the already fried peanuts  and covering in a container for about 2 weeks and the oil simply separates and you scoop and begin to use in your cookings.

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When you Need to Support your eyes

Introduction Our eyes is one of the most cherished part of our body and most people if they have a choice would rather loose one hand or leg than to loose the eyes. We must therefore consume foods that supports our eyes especially as we age. There are also habits we must desist from in order to preserve our eyes. Here are top foods to help support our eyes:

 1. Leafy Greens: 

Kale, spinach, and other dark, leafy greens are high in lutein and zeaxanthin. These antioxidants protect the macula in the retina of your eyes and protect them  from damage.

 2. Fatty Fish:

Salmon, tuna, and other oily fish are rich in omega-3 fatty acids. These reduce inflammation and help prevent age-related macular degeneration. 

 3. Eggs: 

The yolk of an egg is rich in lutein, zeaxanthin, and zinc. These protect against night blindness, cataracts, and age-related macular degeneration. 

 4. Nuts: 

Almonds, walnuts, and other nuts are high in omega-3 fatty acids, vitamin E, and zinc, which help reduce inflammation and lower the risk of age-related eye problems.

 5. Garlic 

Garlic is also great for our eyes. Try consuming 1 or 2 cloves of raw garlic before going to bed especially if your eyes needs support or had been under stress. you will notice how the mucus are gathered around the eyes by the time you wake up in the morning 

 6. Citrus Fruits: 

Oranges, lemons, and other citrus fruits are high in vitamin C and antioxidants. These protect the eyes from free radical damage. 

 7. Carrots: 

Carrots are high in beta-carotene, a type of vitamin A that gives the vegetable its orange color. This vitamin helps keep the eyes healthy and prevents night blindness.

 8. Whole Grains: 

Brown rice, quinoa, and other whole grains are high in vitamin E, zinc, and niacin, which help protect against cataracts and age-related macular degeneration.

 9. Mangoes and Pawpaw fruit: 

 These are both high in vitamin A which supports the eyes

 10. Bitter cola:

This is is not known to may but each time, My eyes are going through serious stress worsen by poor sleep and screens effect, I go for bitter, just one medium size bittercola for 3 days and it settles it and boosts my immune system. 

 11. Water: 

 Being properly hydrated at all times is another great way to suppport the eyes especial in the morning as water therapy.

  Summary: 

 It is important endeavour to get as much sleep as possible as this also helps reduce stress and support the eyes.

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6 Blood Thinners to include Daily in Your Daily Diet

 

Introduction 

It is important to know that there are some foods  that act as blood thinners and blood thickeners when they get into our body.   This knowledge will help us to know when to include blood thinners or blood thickeners, those who are experiencing symptoms of stomach ulcer should endeavor to include more of the blood thickeners such as green vegetables and other food but for the blood thinners it is also a time to reduce their consumption because  they act on the intestinal wall in a way that will increase the symptoms and pains of those experiencing stomach ulcer but for others who are over 40 years or above whether you are a male or a female it is important to include blood-thinning spices daily in your diet to reduce or  avoid cases of high blood pressure,  cases of high cholesterol, cases of diabetes, cases of inflammations,  toxic overload and similar things like that.    I have here six common foods all mature adults over 40 years should be including in their daily diet to help reduce cases of high blood pressure and other complications that may arise from uncontrolled high blood pressure such as stroke: 

1.  Garlic: 

 We all know garlic as one of the most common spices in most homes today it is a blood thinner which should  feature in our daily diet because of its antibacterial, antifungal anti microbial properties and most importantly because of its blood-thinning properties and as an alkaline  food.  Try including this spice lightly  in our meals as  a taste enhancer or for therapeutic purpose by consuming it raw is a great way to keep our blood pressure under control and to reduce thickening of blood which could lead to stroke in some cases.  

2.  Ginger:

Ginger is another powerful anti-inflammatory food and Spice that ought To feature daily in our diet because of its disease-fighting properties women in their menopausal years should particularly be mindful of consuming ginger regularly because of its ability to improve their health, reduce inflammations reduced cases of of arteries getting clogged and then also to help improve immunity generally. Ginger is a powerful blood thinner which should be taken moderately also because it supports liver function it supports detoxification and many other supports it offers to our immune system, as a natural blood thinner.

3.  Onions:  

Onions is popular and common spice in   most homes and is a powerful blood-thinning food.  It  is great for high blood pressure,  good for diabetes as well it is also a disease-fighting food It is naturally  alkaline and  it helps those who want to reduce pain and supports  prostate health, liver, lungs and respiratory health  and many other benefits .  It has anti-inflammatory properties as well supports fight against all kinds of inflammations and pains too.   It is important to know that in adding it in our meals as a natural  taste enhancer we should add it moderately because it is high in sugar and when the sugar is too much it defeats the purpose because sugar is sugar anywhere whether it is  coming from natural foods or  from processed foods, it  is it one of blood thinners we should be including and also increase the consumption as we age to reduce cases of high blood pressure and complications such as stroke .

4. Tumeric

Another food is to tumeric, began trending just few years back even though it had been  existence all these years.   Seem to be making a lot of waves because of its impact on our health very strong anti-inflammatory properties, support liver health, it  is a pain-killing Spice supports  digestion, reduces yeast activity in the body and is a blood thinner which supports both high blood pressure and diabetes because of its anti-inflammatory properties it is also easy to incorporate in our diet, you can add it in your cooking as a natural tasty enhancer daily or you can even crush fresh or dried turmeric and take as tea but always add small Ginger or black pepper to maximize its  absorption as research has shown that it is best absorbed when combined with ginger or black pepper that is how I normally take it combining with ginger. I prefer to combine with ginger most times.  

5.  Cayenne Pepper 🌶 

 Another  food cayenne pepper is fruit we normally shombo around here.  It is  a blood thinner is a great food for those who are managing high blood pressure, diabetics and surprisingly those who are also  managing stomach ulcers surprisingly it also helps to heal stomach ulcers because of its unique effect and impact which is contrary to what we were told that pepper causes stomach ulcer, but not cayenne pepper, it contributes to healing of stomach ulcers.  I use it daily because of its ability to improve blood circulation it helps to support fight against all kinds of diseases and improve health generally .  It is  also a source of important nutrients such as Vitamin A and other nutrients  also that help  supports  digestion.  It is a greater digestive support which is important in maintaining a healthy body.

6. Cinnamon 

body cinnamon cinnamon is also an important spice and should feature daily in your diet to help support fight against  insulin resistance in diabetics and to help support normal blood pressure in the case of diabetics you can use it as it is and can also add it to some of your teas. It is easy to incorporate into the diet and it is a   source of iron,calcium and some other important nutrients that supports heart health and  digestion too. 

Summary 

All blood thinners must be taken in moderation  if you noticed that you have consumed a blood thinner much  and it's affecting you then you can  include blood thickeners to help balance your gut.   Moderation remains our rule.

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Top Health Benefits of Pawpaw Seeds

 Introduction 

If you have been throwing pawpaw seeds away here are some  reasons you should start consuming your pawpaw seeds along with your papaya or start consuming it alone.  it has numerous health benefits, was actually throwing it away years back, but since I discovered the benefits of papaya seeds I have also included it and have stopped throwing everything  away.

1.  Constipation:  

if you suffer chronic constipation especially those associated with bacterial infection of the intestine,  it is advisable to start including papaya seeds in your diet moderately because it helps to kill bacteria and parasites especially intestinal parasites that usually contribute to chronic constipation in this case I just chew  about 7  or 8 seeds when I have such chronic constipation  depending  on the size.   Some seeds are large some seeds are small for smaller seeds one  can take as much 9 or 10 seeds.

2. Deworming; 

 Before now ,we are made to understand that we should severally deworm ourselves and  entire family, we have been engaged in all kinds of the deworming exercise but now we know that there are foods that can actually help reduce the number of worms and parasites in the intestine.   Truly speaking, it is not actually possible to eliminate all worms in the intestine it is not also possible to eliminate all the parasites but we can reduce their number especially the harmful ones and consuming papaya seeds is one of the ways to remove the unwanted parasites that does not benefit our health and our digestion instead of deworming with drugs  which may have other negative effects.  In this case, It is best on  empty stomach if we suspect that there are too many worms in intestine.

3.  Good for Skin:  

Papaya seeds is also rich in nutrients that supports healthy skin.   There are also some oils for skin that are made with the addition of papaya seeds  with high anti aging properties.  Consuming or chewing the seeds will deliver anti agibg effect and nutrients in the papaya seeds consuming this is also support  the skin and reduce wrinkles and signs of aging as the lotion does too.    The presence of Vitamins A and E in the seeds makes this happen.  I have actually used papaya seeds dried papaya seeds which is very good when you soak  with cold pressed coconut oil and allow for a few days after grinding  and drying it properly  makes a very good body lotion and moisturizer.

4.  Eyes;  

The presence of vitamin E in papaya seeds also make it makes it a good addition for those who are looking for foods to support their eyes we can moderately add  papaya seeds and it's very easy to even add it and you can chew  it with the fruit, some portion of the fruit which is also quite rich in vitamin A in order to increase the benefits.   I suggest prediabetics can chew  it alongside with some of the papaya seed especially for diabetics too  since it does not cause a spike in blood sugar.   We know that the fruit is high in sugar but chewing  the seeds in small amount can also help to improve insulin resistance and support diabetes and fight against diabetes.

5. Antioxidants:  

Antioxidants is important in the body to help fight free radicals such as those that cause cancers and other inflammations so if you're looking for how to increase antioxidants, consider including papaya seeds.   Antioxidants are those agents  that work against oxidative  agent that cause oxidative damage to healthy cells  in the body.   Papaya seeds is a good source of such antioxidants and the main antioxidants are  vitamin C , A and E, they  help to fight against free radicals  they are  important  part of the diet especially  for older adults who are often faced with fight against free radicals always.

6. Anti-inflammatory properties

 The seeds  are good in fighting inflammation such as those sponsored by  obesity  or excess body weight.  Those fighing or experiencing inflammation can can include papaya seeds moderately in their diet to help reduce the rate of inflammations because some inflammation and seen and some are visible outside.  Uncontrolled inflammation in the body are part of what leads to heart attack or stroke and all kinds of complications that may occur especially in the elderly including occasional papaya seeds in our diet is very simple and will help to reduce inflammation in the body generally.

7. May Reduce Insulin Resistance:  

I believe mother nature must have made provisions for those who cannot cope with the much sugar in the main fruit papaya fruit so  the seeds are quite high in fibre and nutrients that support fight against diabetes and even the pre-diabetics so they can enjoy moderately with or without the main fruit which is quite high in sugar but it's a great addition in fighting diseases such as inflammation and cancers but must be taken modestly because it's quite hot

8.  May Reduce Bad Cholesterol: 

 If you suspect you have it or you are being diagnosed with high cholesterol and  wondering what foods to use to reduce bad cholesterol you can consider including papaya seeds in moderation especially on empty stomach so that will be the best time to take it to enable it grip and pull out the cholesterol with its fibre

Summary:  

While  consuming this Healthy seeds to improve health we must take it to moderately it is best taken on empty stomach in the morning before food after water therapy .if you are taking it from this  purpose in order to get your expected result but you must consume modestly and is definitely not an everyday food because it's hot if you have tested it before you will know that  it is hot and not a common seed that one can enjoy daily or frequently like that but once in a while just choose some papaya seeds when you suspect that your head or your immune system is low or your antioxidant level is low so as to raise the antioxidants in your body in order to be able to fight

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It was a Stroke, He survived it (Part 2)

It is the 5th day of the Stroke attack and the BP this morning was 152/77, Still working on it to sustain the drop.  Here are some tricks, foods and herbs that he has been on and that may have helped:

Tricks

Take out Milk. Meat and high carbohydrates

Reduce portion of foods but increase quality so as to achieve weight loss if the person affected added weight or is on the fat side

No medications, or drugs, even multivitamins or supplements were all suspended.  My reason is because, the tension and pressure existing in the body may not accommodate additional load whatsoever.

Morning walkout became mandatory at least 20 minutes, before now.  It was not part of his lifestyle 

Proper covering especially the feet at night became mandatory too to avoid coldness which may reduce blood circulation leading to another  or follow up attack.

Proper hydration daily. In addition to water therapy, liquids  featured at least twice daily or more in the diet.

More blood thinners were introduced daily like

Garlic, ginger, tumeric, black pepper, cayenne pepper, cinnamon  and onions were mildly increased in the diet and salts removed except sea salt in moderation.

The soursop leaves tea that led to the crash was exchanged with hibiscus flower tea on the 4th day.  The reason is if you continue with soursop for too long because of the swift result, the individual may also suffer nerve issues, Pomegranate tea was introduced in moderation so as to support the nerved which soursop tea does not provide.  Also other blood pressure reducing foods.  

As continue to monitor the blood pressure, pomegranate is on ground already to help clean up arteries too because nerves were seriously affected and damaged already.  This may require further  medical investigation to determine the extent of the damage while monitoring the reading, however one  assurance we have is that if the crash in the blood pressure is sustained for up to 8 weeks, some  existing may improve and heal completely.

Breakfast usually

Starts with warm water therapy and chewed about 2 cloves of garlic on empty stomach , Light  oats, millet pap but usually mixed with Dates powder, tigernut power and sometines soaked chia seeds in side the oats but not a daily.

Midday, green vegetables with little red oil and peanut oil, local fermented condiments, iru, crayfish in small amount because its a source of sodium: 

Vegetables used interchangeably are ewedu, efirin, ugu, waterleaf, Bitterleaf, okra and tomatoes.

Before bed.  A drink of either hibiscus tea, pomegranate tea, or soursop and guava leaves  tea boiled together as tea

Fruits:

Mostly mornings or before the main meal of the day  are:

Green apples,  cucumbers, citrus, carrots and bananas in moderation

2 moringa seeds daily on some days, he took the moringa seeds in the evening if not taken in the morning.

Carbohydrates in the diet

Sweet potatoes with other vegetables in moderation

Unsweetened pure cocoa was also added occasionally to the breakfast because of magnesium and its a blood thinner too.

Oats and Fermented Millet 

Bananas 🍌 in moderation

Coco pure  were added  to  to the oats to raise magnesium in the body  while the fruits and particularly citrus were added to help in alkalizing the body because excess acid also contributes to complications when managing High blood pressure.   It is important to know that it is not advisable  only to focus on a particular herb that has worked but we must also focus on other aspects of herbs and foods that  will help the body regain its balance and in this case. Cucumbers, apples and citrus were used, though there are always others like celery, watermelon, but you may not always have all at your disposal.

So here are the foods that were used to reduce acid level because this is an area that a lot of us go wrong,  they focus on lowering the blood pressure without focusing on reducing acid in the body. Without also focusing on cleaning the arteries which is partly the job of pomegranate and to strenghten the muscles which was weak too. Acidic body makes the situation worse and while we are doing that we must also work to maintain the blood sugar and that was the  sense in adding soursop live together with guava leaves.  Guava Leaf lowers  blood sugar and does other works too including fighting inflammations and while balancing hormones too.   So just few leaves but more of the Soursop leaves about five or six of the soursop leaves. 

Protein in the diet. 

Here are the protein in the diet.  Back eyed cowpea prepared with pumpkin leaves, cayenne pepper onions, garlic, ginger, cinnamon organic peanut oil, red palm oil, crayfish and tumeric

Boil egg every other day

Almond nuts,  

fish

green vegetables

fermented local condiments

crayfish

Roasted Sesame seeds 

Calcium in the diet

Tigernut powder

Soaked Almond

Sesame Seeds

Chia Seeds

Oats

Calcium in the diet is also critical when managing high blood pressure

The massage has continued with a reduction in the BP which has continued which has been maintained or sustained.   Reading in the evening usually151 which is quite impressive after the evening meal and taking a glass of hibiscus tea so an hour after the meal it has come to this point and we  are sustained by the grace of God with body massage and all the other foods.  In coming days other foods and fruits will be introduced as we must continue for the body to regain its balance internally. foods that has been suggested above I believe those that are going through high blood pressure may learn some lessons from this.   Do not neglect checking your blood pressure, do not expose yourself to cold and if you do,do something fast to keep yourself warm again and take some warm tea like soursop tea hibiscus tea you can combine with guava leaf tea you can also take tumeric and ginger tea in a way to keep the body warm so as to prevent reduction in blood circulation which can give rise to complications leading to stroke.  It is also important to watch our diet and ensure we do not consume too much of saturated fat as you can see also in this case we should also not be comfortable with being overweight.   We are already aware that  excess body weight is also a factor that can open door for an attack.

Lessons learnt from the experience 

High blood pressure if not controlled can lead to complications of stroke, which is even more frightening.

High blood pressure is reversible using natural foods and herbs.

Main lessons I want to leave as a result of this is that it is possible to manage High blood pressure using natural means if you know what to do.   Do not be discouraged  and do not be afraid it is not a death sentence if you have high blood pressure, natural foods and herbs can reverse and sustain it but you need adequate knowledge and guidance too, and by the Grace of God you will surely get result not only result but a sustainable one.  Note also that there are other remedies apart from these ones used in this case

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It was a Stroke, He survived it. (True Life Story)Part 1

Introduction

This is a true life story of a 63 year old man who had partial stroke but survived it using natural means.   

 Read on to see what happened, foods, herbs and tricks that helped bring the blood pressure from 193/107 to 151/75 within 3 days. 

We all know how dangerous the attack of stroke  can be and most times it is triggered by uncontrolled blood pressure, diabetes, overweight, poor blood circulation which could be worsened by high cholesterol and several other factors can predispose one to an attack of stroke.  it is also a factor and once someone get to certain age it is necessary to watch our weight, our diet,our blood pressure, our sugar in order to avoid serious complications like stroke because when a stroke occurs it  can cause serious damage  to the brain.  to the blood vessels or to any part of the body that is affected.   Some people it leaves  them dead, some people leaves them paralyzed some people  just like vegetables especially when the brain is affected so it is definitely not something anyone will wish for  even our  enemy.  In  this case I happen to leave and share the same apartment with this 63 years old man. I believe as could be seen by the uncontrolled pressure  which  readings as  stated above must   have been triggered by the rise in blood pressure as is in most cases of stroke.

Most Common Causes of Stroke as was also in this Case:   

1. Age:

Several factors can predispose one of an attack of a stroke which usually affect the brain and some blood vessels that are affected but top on the list of the factors are age.   Age is a factor as can seen in this case.  63 years old. Obviously the older we get the more we should be careful to avoid it.   it is not something that one can say it runs in families or I can't be affected by it once you fall under this agec categories, we should be careful whether you are male or female.  should be careful and watch out to avoid an attack of stroke.  Most elderly people who are over 50 are more likely to experience or suffer a stroke.  age is a strong factor. 

2.  Being Overweight: 

I mean being extra in size is a factor we must always watch our weight to avoid incidences of stroke when the body mass is increasing and it's not in the same proportion with bone density stroke may occur  especially in the case of older adults.

 3.  High Blood pressure:

Those who are predispose to  high blood pressure or who are already having high blood pressure should be aware of attack of stroke once the blood pressure gets above 160 or  over 165 Systolic,  He or she should be careful and be on alert to use things that will lower the blood pressure or use your medication if you are on  medication but in this very case there was a slight negligence in checking and monitoring the blood pressure though not on any blood pressure medication but had had acpast blood pressure of over 180 which was successfully regulated using natural foods and herbs.   so if you are negligent of checking your blood pressure for whatever reason then you should reconsider your step because it  usually give little or no warning although some people may understand when their body is speaking to them they may know what is going on they may be able to understand what the body is saying but not everybody is so gifted to know.

Top 23 foods for Reducing High Blood pressure 

 In this case, the man thought he usually would know when the blood pressure is high but he got it wrong as in this case the blood pressure I believe went over 200 and he was not even aware until the attack came so we must beware of neglecting to check our blood pressure whether you have the feeling or not but at least always check it , especially if you know that you have experienced a high blood pressure of over 180 or 190 before or you are an elderly,  person it  is always  better and safer to check to know, also  listen to your body is good,  but don't rely totally on it sometimes you yourself may not understand what the body is saying because I know that our body doesn't go wrong in  warnings,  symptoms and signals  but we may go wrong sometimes because either  we are too busy to listen or ignored  it when the signal was showing up and in this case definitely his signals were there but negligence  contributed.  Do not ignore any signal and try listening to your body and if you cannot understand as much as possible report to someone for assistance.

4.  Overweight: 

A little extra weight on any mature adult opens door for stroke and in this case too, the man is a little overweight and this also is a factor to watch out for.  Once you put extra pounds and you are a mature adult, you do not need to wait for complications such as stroke to occur before you  start to work on the weight and the size because It is one of  factors that predisposes one  to such an attack and this also was a factor in this case so the first thing to do is to work and reduce the weight instead of relying only on medications, medications alone may not do it or may give you a temporary solution if you do not work hard and bring down your weight.

5.  Consuming too much animal Protein:

  if you are in the Habit of consuming too much of animal protein such as meat cow meat goat meat milk and all such foods that may increase your cholesterol levels especially bad cholesterol you may also stand a chance to suffer a stroke in your lifetime but it is preventable if you noticed that you are already an adult a mature adult to reduce your meat and how other animal food consumption if you do not want to suffer a stroke because when this foods clog arteries the actor is the blood begins to pump Extra in order to pass through when this continues to happen over a long time a stroke may occur so my suggestion is that older adults should as much as possible go low on animal protein such as you meat go low on saturated fat from oil specially transfats we must stay away or reduce their consumption where necessary to reduce chances of experiencing a stroke.  This is most likely a factor in the stroke attack because he is a fan of meat.  Goat meat, cow meat and all kinds of meat.  It is better to reduce meat consumption even if  your intestine could digest it,   still go quite low, do not make it an everyday food, it is acidic and follows a long chain digestion.

6.  Much Cold :  

During cold weather, those with high blood pressure should pay extra attention to their health, try to keep warm at all times.  On the date before the incident, He was drenched by rain water on high way from work and the diet rich in saturated fat the night before may have added to the trigger.  I there advise that massage and similar preventive measures must be taken if you had an experience similar to this.  Though this may not be the direct cause but my experience managing people with high blood pressure reveals that the blood pressure usually rise when they are cold, watch out for this too.

7.  Late Meal:

As much as possible avoid consuming any solid food after 6pm.  Consuming solid foods late may trigger a rise in blood pressure and if not well managed, a stroke follows.

HOW IT ALL STARTED 

The above are some of the likely factors that may have contributed to the this event which was the climax.  The 63 year old man is a Nigerian man living in Ogun State.  Western part of the country.  He had gone out to work and was drenched  by rain on the day before the attack.  On returning home he had a meal of grains swallow with vegetable soup one boil egg and a piece of meat as he loves to eat meat with every main meal of the day.  He went to bed feeling well as usual but woke up with serious numbness in the left hand and strange feelings in the brain.  The numbness was so intense that we had to do a little massage first to recover some feelings there. 

Without doubt I knew. This looks like a stroke.  I quickly arranged some fresh lemon grass and made tea out it for him as we aways accuse malaria for almost every ailment.  And malaria was a first suspect as usual.  He took it but was still very uncomfortable.  I noticed heavy accumulation of fats at the back side during the massage and advised him that, this fat is part of the problem and must be dealth with as soon as possible.  We considered going to hospital right away, but I also suggested  to him that hospital won  take out these fat for you, so why not take them out first. Excess body fat poses a big problem and must be tackled too.

The heart was so affected that he complained of slight difficulty when breathing as if blood or something was struggling to pass through as he narrated to me.  Before these event he had not checked his blood pressure for several months as much as 9 months and this in my view was gross negligence with a past history of high blood pressure.  We decided to check and discovered it was. 193/107.  Shocking!

HERBS AND TRICKS THAT WORKED

So having checked  it and found out it was was high I got some fresh  soursop leaves (6 large leaves)and a few guava leaves (2 leaves)  and boiled together   and gave him to drink a glass cup after taking it we checked again few hours later and found out that it has dropped 151/75 then other things that followed such as:

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Top Health Benefits of Corn Silk

Introduction 

Resorting to natural means in solving health issues is no longer  news today  because most natural remedies and herbs has proven to be more Potent not only in providing relief but provides more lasting solutions to most  ailments that trouble us these days.  One of such emerging herbs is corn silk,  before now  not much was known about corn silk as it was usually thrown away as a waste, but today, that has changed,   we  know that corn silk  is a very important aspect of our much loved corn,  so when next you get your corn, preserve the silk neatly and also use as tea because of its numerous health benefits.

Here are the top health benefits of corn silk  irrespective of the colour because some come in purple,  some come in white but not much has been told about the varying colours of corn silk but generally these are the benefits that have been confirmed by most  user of corn silk for health:

1.   Prostate issues:   Prostate enlargement and prostate cancer is becoming quite  common amongst our men, middle age. older men alike and it's always difficult to find something that can minimize the pains or the discomfort of prostate but thanks to God for this low calorie light anti-inflammatory natural drink that has proven as testified by users that it helped to shrink or reduce further enlargement of the prostate due to its anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties

2.  Managing of High Blood Pressure:   Blood Pressure also has shown a lot of positive signs and improvements when corn silk  is boiled and taken because it's a source of potassium, vitamin C and other beneficial nutrients that helps to support High Blood Pressure.  In addition, it is naturally caffeine and sodium free which benefits high blood pressure.

3.  Weight loss:  If you are looking for how  to lose weight, this drink is  very good because of its low calorie and antioxidant-rich components which benefits overweight persons.  Overweight person can take advantage of it  especially when it is in season, it has numerous other benefits.

4.  Malaria Attack:   Another area that  It is beneficial is treating malaria.   Malaria is a common ailment in Africa and when treatment is not total it keeps reoccurring because of low immunity, but  consuming or making tea out of corn silk just a tablespoon of it will usually minimize the discomfort always associated with malaria including pains , headaches and other uncomfortable symptoms, It will also help reduce inflammations and fever which usually accompany malaria attacks.

 5. Urinary Tract Infections:   It is also great for those who are managing  Urinary .  tract infection or such ailments like bladder related issues.  It helps in increasing quantity of urine and pushing toxins out in the process.   UTI are becoming common even among our youths and older adults as well.  We can occasionally take this drink when in season to help support these organs even if we do not have the disease.

6.  Kidney Problems:  Corn Silk is also great  for those managing kidney problems, It  is so beneficial because, it it is a caffeine-free drink and has a lot of antioxidants that helps to dissolve things like kidney stone.

7.  Managing Gout:  Gout can be very distressing when it strikes,  It is also  another form of  arthritis pains.  Usually,  when we eat more of meat, proteins and other  uric acid forming foods and they crystallizes around the joints and becomes swollen and painful.  Taking this tea can help  reduce the inflammation and pains as well as other uncomfortable discomfort that comes with it.

8.  Managing Diabetes:  Those managing diabetes will also benefit from taking this drink because it helps to reduce weight gain and body mass which is common among diabetics which are part  of the things that leads to complications or may make diabetes management difficult. So taking it will reduce weight and provide antioxidants needed to improve immunity and resist diabetes and other diseases.

9.  Heart Health:  Those who are dealing with heart-related issues will also benefit from this low calorie drink rich in Vitamin  C and potassium.  Vitamin C in this  natural drink helps also in neutralizing free radicals which makes heart problems worse.   

10. Help Fight Inflammations:   at all points and at all levels these are just a few of the ways concert support and boost our immune system there are several other ways you may boil it and drink it just give it a try to improve health generally.

11.  Reduce Bad Cholesterol:  Persons with high cholesterol can safely include occasional tea made with corn silk in their diet to help improve health and reduce bad cholesterol being low in calorie and with zero cholesterol. 

12.  Manage Stress and anxiety:  There in increase in stress, anxiety and several other ailments worsened by our lifestyle and bad food choices.  This seasonal food  will surely improve and reduce stress as it has zero sugar, sodium and fat. These make stress and anxiety worse.

13.  Boosts Immunity:  In fighting inflammations, reducing body weight and supplying essential antioxidants like vitamin  C, the immune system is stronger and better positioned to resist and fight diseases.

Summary:  It is important to wash our corn silk properly better in a running tap to  avoid sand and dirts  which may accompany it  it.  It is also best to use fresh silk when it is in season though we can also room-dry it and store in a cool dark place with a container and close tightly.  

Preparation is easy, a tablespoon of fresh or dried corn silk. Add freshly boiled water, allow to brew and drink after sieving.

 

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When to Consume Sesame Seeds and when to stay away

Introduction

This tiny seed which comes in varying colors like milk color, white or even black is becoming popular day by day, it is one of th seeds that are showing numerous health benefits in managing some elements. Before now, not much was known of this seed, though it has been in existence but not much was known of its health benefits. I have known this seed for a few years but recently began to enjoy the seeds using it in soups, roasting it and consuming it with other cereals and carbs. Having been enjoying  the numerous benefits of this seeds particularly the milk colour which is more common here, I though to share some of the benefits and occasions when to include it in your diet. Especially when it comes to healthy fats which is one of the topics and subjects I always mention in the fight against diseases. Sesame seeds is one of such tiny but nutrient dense seeds that we should be adding to our diet moderately, there are numerous ways to add it, I have shown us in a video through my YouTube How I use it in preparing soup and the best way to consume it, you can also check it out. Sesame seed has a good profile in terms of fats because it has been known to have a good profile of saturated fat polyunsaturated fat and monounsaturated fat in healthy ratios which has been known to support good cholesterols in the body.

1. Needs to lower bad Cholesterol: 

The lipid profile of sesame seeds is such that those who want to lower their bad cholesterol can include it in their diet moderately because it has a good profile of saturated polyunsaturated and monounsaturated fats that can help to balance cholesterol levels in the body and 

2. Support Heart Health:

 If you are looking for food to support heart health you should consider including sesame seeds and in this case I suggest you also use the roasted sesame seeds you can use it to make soup you can add it to your smoothies you can add it to your cereals but because it has its own fat and other nutrient that makes it a dense food I prefer it to be taking roasted and taking alone. if you are managing heart health because it is also dense . Sesame seed is also a source of magnesium vitamin E, calcium and other nutrientsThis tiny seed which comes in varying colors like milk color, white or even black is becoming popular day by day, it is one of the   seeds that are showing numerous health benefits in managing some elements.   Before now,  not much was known of this seed,  though it has been in existence but not much was known of its health benefits.  I have known this seed  for a few years but recently  began to enjoy the seeds using it in soups,  roasting it and consuming it with other cereals  and carbs.   Having been enjoined the numerous benefits of this seeds particularly the milk colour which is more common  here, I thought to share some of the benefits and occasions when to include it in your diet.

 3.  Bone Health: 

 The presence of calcium, magnesium and other nutrients has  made the seed one of my bone  strengthening foods.  It is also a source of the trace mineral zinc which is so important in maintaining overall health.  So if you are looking for a bone strengthening food to include in your diet consider adding sesame  Seeds occasionally I like to snack on it I mean the roasted sesame seeds just a little because it's too heavy if you consume much, definitely you wont like the feeling.   because of heart health which other food like nuts while larger in size and  heavier but not as dense as this particular seeds.  I have recently tried to reduce peanuts because of its inflammatory nature in my body and trying to swap it  completely with this tiny seed.

4.  Source of  Calcium, iron, magnesium and Vitamin E:  

I am particularly interested in sesame seeds because of the calcium and the presence of iron and other nutrients.   I have also  observed that using it in my soups and consuming it occasionally helps to manage my blood sugar helps to keep me full and not only that it relieves  constipation  too and I believe that the presence of most of these nutrients has made it so versatile in maintaining a healthy body. whenever I want to chew or snack on something I am  trying to make it my companion seed talking of the roasted sesame seeds because of its dense nutrition and it is even easier to incorporate in the diet.

5.  Managing Diabetes

If you are managing diabetes or you are a pre-diabetic this seed is also good for you because of the presence of many nutrients that helps to manage sugar and insulin resistance such as healthy fats most importantly it is not high in calorie like other seeds but you can get calcium and most of these nutrients including zinc and most of the nutrients that is needed to regulate blood sugar.   It is also good for those who are managing menopause because of its  effect of hormonal imbalance.  We know that most foods that are used for managing hormones are also in this category of having good profile of healthy fats.   So if you are in pre menopause or already in menopause, then you should  consider including this food either as a snack or  your soups  occasionally with it, or adding them to your cereals.  Moreso,  it is easier  to incorporate into your diet.

6. Fighting  Inflammations 

Those who are fighting inflammations whether low-level inflammations or high-level should also consider this nutrient dense seed.  consider including it moderately in your diet and in this case, It  is better to do have the seeds fried without oil to avoid  sesame seed in moderation to avoid accompanying other fats and other ingredients that can increase the calorie of the seed.

7.  If you Suffer Insomnia 

Those who suffer insomnia can benefit from the seeds. Since it is a brain food  and a source of methionine and Cysteine.  I have tried taking it on few occasions while having problem falling asleep and it really worked.  Only about 8 tiny seeds are enough.  Very small amount delivered result.  I find it most useful after consuming some leafy teas during the day and needed magnesium to pull my body together for a restful sleep.

8.  Managing High Blood Pressure

 

Due to the presence of magnesium, calcium and other nutrients. The seed works well for those with high blood blood pressure but must be taken in moderation. 

 When to stay Away from Sesame Seeds  

The seed is known to be source of oxalates and phytates and should be avoided by those managing problems  like kidney stones, and similar conditions.

Those going through pains of gout should also be careful with sesame seeds though roasting may reduce some of the activities of these anti nutrients.

If you are feeling feverish or having symptoms of malaria, I suggest you also avoid sesame seeds especially the soup because it may place more weight on the body, this is based on my experience with sesame seeds.  

If you are feeling heaviness in your chest or feeling like vomiting, I advise you stay away from sesame seeds until you are okay.  

 
HOW I MAKE SOUP WITH SESAME SEEDS

Summary:

Sesame seeds is best enjoyed when consumed occasionally. I do recommend it as an everyday food or seed because it contains some anti nutrients too. Besides some develops allergy by consuming especially in large amount just like peanuts.  It is okay to  have it a side snack which can go well with non fat foods like crackers. Corn nuts and even add the roasted sesame seeds to your fermented garri, for those who like to soak garri.  Garri is a non fat food which pairs well with healthy fats like sesame seeds too. 

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Here are my Top 7 Healthiest Fats to kill fat

 

 Introduction

If you have been looking for how to burn fat or lose weight then I have these 7 foods for you. It is always easier to accumulate fat than to lose fat. Loosing fat requires a lot of discipline exercising , and then moderation in your diet,  including controlling the portion but it also requires understanding what actually can kill the fat. It is easier to accumulate body than to kill it as I put it , Usually when fat has already settled in the body it is always difficult to melt them or dissolved them, they  just stuck to the body and to the walls of the intestine.   We all  know the dangers of  excess fat and body weight.  Excess fat and obesity is already becoming a global problem today. I happen to be in this category of grossly obese and overweight persons before,   but understanding the principle of losing weight has helped me and here are the top 7 foods if you want to lose weight and keep it off because it is one thing to lose the fat and another thing to keep them off. 

Some people go to the gym and take off fat and then after sometime they are back again with even twice the size, some also try to fast, I mean abstaining from food for sometime which is okay but after a few time they are back again to the same size or even more but  here are the 7  foods and tricks you should incorporate into your diet if you have the problem of weight gain or  overweight as was my case.

1.  Boiled Egg:  

Yes, you heard me right boiled egg  is one of the top foods for weight loss.  It is low in calorie and rich in nutrients this is one of the reasons why I recommend it for those who want to lose weight especially belly fat. if you are looking for how to lose weight you must also look for fatty foods that can keep you fuller for  longer    Foods that are loaded with nutrients that can keep your body in shape.  You must avoid foods that are high in calorie despite being high in calorie some of them are even nutrient deficient they don't have significant quantity of beneficial nutrients needed by the body on a daily basis but egg is one of them but you must ensure not to  boil the egg you can porch it but do not fry it any method of cooking that introduces additional oil or fat into  your egg will defeat the purpose and you will not loose weight but rather gain weight because it has its own natural occurring cholesterol and fat which research has shown does not increase bad cholesterol

2.  Cold Pressed Coconut oil

Cold pressed coconut oil is one of the top foods for those who want to lose weight.  Cold pressed  coconut oil is not only a metabolism-boosting food but it is a disease-fighting food it is high in saturated fat we know but these are beneficial fats.   it is a source of real fats that occur in nature.   it is a source of lauric acid, papric  acid and medium chain fatty acids and little omega-3 fats.   These are fats for disease-fighting, these are fats that boosts metabolism they are fats that does not clog  arteries, Additionally, unlike others they do not also increase bad cholesterol.  I have tested cold pressed coconut oil for burning belly fat it is particularly good for stubborn belly fat.  If you desire to burn  stubborn belly fat, you will benefit by including cold pressed coconut oil take it on empty stomach about half tablespoon on empty  stomach first thing in the morning after your water therapy or last thing at night before bed it also helps improve sleep quality and quantity.  if you try it for about 2 weeks you will notice a reduction in your belly size but you must also beware  of other oils and fats in your diet so that you do not continue to consume them in the same quantity and amount as this will  increase overall oil and fat in the body thereby defeating the purpose making you not able to get  expected result.

3. Avocadoes

Another top oil and fat is  avocados.  Avocado is  one of the nutrient dense foods.  Though it is very high in calorie but it is also very dense in nutrition.  The profile of avocados is not easy to find in other fruits because of density of nutrition, it is able to burn fat not just belly fat but overall body fat and body mass.  Consuming only  avocados is enough, because  it is a food on its  own as I often will say some of us like to take it along with bread or with other starchy foods as some people say they eat it with potatoes, yams, bread or other starches, but  know that if you need this food to burn fat for you just consume it alone.  If you must consume it with any  other food let it be low calorie foods of veggies like the cucumbers ,apples or eggs which has more protein than the avocados but don't pair it with other calorie-dense foods, majorly carbohydrates and sugars if you need to get results if you need it to deliver as a fat-burning food you must eat it this way

4  Cold pressed olive 

Cold pressed olive oil is another food or oil with good profile for fat burning.Does not only increase metabolism but also reduces bad cholesterol some parts are made worse by the presence of bad cholesterol which makes the fat even difficult to be melted cold pressed coconut oil has leak good profile of monounsaturated polyunsaturated and all kinds of fat that is needed in the right amount for body functioning and then to help destroy the unhealthy fats which makes us fat generally.   include 1 tsp of cold pressed olive oil in your diet do not cook it .  Do not cook with it as long as it is cold pressed but just take it on an empty stomach I always recommend it on empty stomach so that it will have direct contact with the fat and then to burn it since the fat are usually stubborn fat and  not easy to pull out from where they have stuck onto the walls of  the stomach  so you need to take it best on empty stomach to help it to deliver result.

5. Fatty Fish

Fatty fish or  fish  oil like those found in sardines salmons, Titus, mackerel and other similar fishes  or fish oil  capsules are great for those aiming to burn  fat generally.  These categories of fatty fish are great for burning fat and reducing cholesterol too.  In trying to  burn fat  we need to understand that we  need fat to destroy fat  in a healthy way.  We  do not need to abstain from food totally as some of us do because the body will suffer for it you.  All you need  do is to  abstain from unhealthy fats,  you need to abstain from carbohydrates, need to  reduce   too much sugary  and processed foods but include healthy fats.    Healthy fats  can help you to burn fat faster while  ensuring you do not miss out on important nutrients.  I prefer to use sardines without the oil, or fish oil  in this regard  and occasionally fresh  Titus fish in my cooking. 

6. African Walnut

 African walnut is a seasonal nut but a source of  healthy fats it's  particularly rich in Omega-3 fatty acids which is great for heart health.  It is also a source of vitamin E which is a powerful antioxidant for heart.   So if you need to lose fat especially the unhealthy fats like cholesterol which  is an unhealthy fat,  this particular food is particularly good in breaking down  and destroying  bad cholesterol so you can include it moderately in your diet especially when it is  in season.  5 or 6 in a day is okay.  Remember that it is also a blood-thinning food I have used it on several occasions and noticed that when you consume high amount of it, it  is not going to be pleasant with you so you have to consume it moderately and best consumed during the  day is okay and the best  time is  morning or afternoon because it is a brain food such foods I recommend to be eating in the morning or during the day so that you will have a good night's sleep,  you have a quality sleep so that it will have circulated  down to the brain or else it will work the other way.   I observe that most brain  foods when taken at night instead of helping to improve  sleep it will disturb it other such fools like yam,  garden egg that I know to be brain  foods when taken at night they deliver just the opposite result.  So take your walnut moderately at the right time and you will notice a reduction in your size because itv also helps to prevent the urge to want to eat frequently.

7.  Almonds

Almond is another  nutrient-dense food which contains healthy  fat profiles that helps to burn fat  reduce cholesterol and helps you stay fuller for longer and in doing this the overall body mass is reduced but you must take it in small amount if you take in large amount, you won't enjoy it.   if you ignore the size and take too much you will not like the effect because they are tiny, I mean  not so large in size  but very dense in nutrition and these are qualities of foods that are used in burning fat.   I usually like to eat it last thing at night because it is  able to keep me full till day break and waking up with a smaller size.   Remember to always soak your  almond for at least 7 hours before taking it as I do mind and take not more than 5or 6 in a day   depending on the size and your size.   It is a good source of calcium and magnesium too which supports heart health.  

Calcium and  Magnesium is particularly good for those with high blood pressure who may have been avoiding other inflammatory foods  like peanuts they can switch to  almond in moderation because of its heart supporting nutrients and blood pressure and supporting nutrients.  It is also   great food for those with diabetes those who are managing diabetes can also enjoy this nut.  like I usually like to take it last thing at night without any spike in blood sugar in the morning .  It supports good sleep due to the presence of calcium and magnesium if you take the right amount after soaking.  The soaking and removal of the peels makes for easy digestion.

Summary

In addition to the above facts  there are several other foods that can help you if you are  looking for how  to lose weight in addition to moderate exercise, examples are: Apple cider vinegar, fennel seeds tea, cumin tea,  green apple fruit.  cucumbers,   cabbage is a good fat burner but it comes with sugar so you have to eat cautiously.  All Green vegetables too, moringa seed too are good for those who want to burn fat you can also include fruits like oranges in moderation, lemons and lime.  All  the citrus family are good for burning fat but you must take cautiously. but the best way to lose fat and keep them off for good is using healthy  fats as stated above because they will also help to support your heart health which is also very important when we are trying to lose fat you must also be conscious of our heart health so burning fat off and  keeping them off is the essence of using healthy fats to achieve result.  Moderation is our rule.

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