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Why can't you add sweetener to green teas?

I was surprised no body talked about bitters,which should be among the first things you take in the morning after a glass of water.In Africa we have vegs. & nuts bitters alot and if you need supplies, i can deliver.I enjoyed all your comments and thanks.

I was surprised no body talked about bitters,which should be among the first thing you take in the morning after a glass of water.In Africa we have vegs. & nuts bitters alot and if you need supplies, i can deliver.I enjoyed all your comments and thanks.

J. Enders,
You can drink Green Tea anytime you want too.Duh..
Do not add anytype of sweetners, and that includes the Fake ones also..

J Enders..

You can drink Green Tea anytime you want, Duh..Just don't put in anytype of sweetners, and that means the fake ones also..

a great way to a healthy life is to eat as much organic foods as you can.

This is for FADU--I have normal skin and use dermE alpha hydroxy lotion at night, followed by Burts Bees repair serum, and lastly Burts Bees carrot night cream. During the day I use Olay definity (or regenerist) moisturizer w/spf15. I also take cod liver oil each day. I have found this regimen to work the best, and I have supple skin. It has also helped to even out skin discoloration caused by the sun, when I was younger. Also, drink lots of water!!!

I learned to make a Matcha green tea smoothie at Whole Foods. They use two bananas cut up in small pieces, about two heaping teaspoons of Matcha, half a blender full of ice, and enough milk to almost cover the ice, about half an inch lower, and blend well. I have made the mistake of drinking this delicious smoothie past dinner time and it kept me up until way past dawn. Beware! They are not kidding when they call it an Energy Drink! It works much better than coffee. I get my Matcha from Mercola. com.

This is for Lori Ann posted on 4/28 about Polymyalgia Rheumatica.....
Think good nutrition, dark green leafy vegies and juices seems to help your condition, omega 3-6-9 1200mg daily, vitamin D any form and ginger internal and external in form of creams(read about it)All these natural source of nutrition will not cure you over night but it will help as long as your consistent and dont forget to exercise for 30min daily. I really hope this helps you, Feel good.

This is for Lori Ann posted on 4/28 about Polymyalgia Rheumatica.....
Think good nutrition, dark green leafy vegies and juices seems to help your condition, omega 3-6-9 1200mg daily, vitamin D any form and ginger internal and external in form of creams(read about it)All these natural source of nutrition will not cure you over night but it will help as long as your consistent and dont forget to exercise for 30min daily. I really hope this helps you, Feel good.

hi,dear doctor im a28 years of female i have 3 boys and 1 girl .the baby girl is 5 months old and now im preganant my preg is 3rd month of running but i dont want this pl, help

Hi,the information on Blood sugar control and skin care is greatly helpful. If the usage is explained in terms of simple preparation of food items, it would have been more useful for many.

The number one thing I found that made my skin glow, and so many people comment about it, is water. I drink ionized alkaline water. 3-4 quarts a day and my skin is clearer, less blemishes, smoother. This water comes from a "Catalyst" water ionizer hooked up to my kitchen faucet that filters and gives me negatively charged, high alkaline pH water.

It doesn't take a Ph.D in chemistry for one to do their own research (and there is plenty of it out there), and check things out, to find out that Aspartame (Nutrasweet) is a neurotoxin. There are plenty of testimonies of people who have suffered MS-like illnesses, among other strange symptoms, and even an increase of certain types of brain tumors, to know that Apartame is NOT good for the human body. Having a Ph.D in chemistry doesn't make up for a lack of medical/physical, and physiological, knowledge and experience when it comes to the actual effect of the chemicals (and their individual breakdown) on the body, on the cellular level, etc. Aspartame contains aspartic acid; safe in natural foods in property quantities but not in the amount and breakdown in the body when Aspartame is ingested. It also contains. It also contains phenylalanine and menthanol (wood alcohol), which is a known toxin. In the body methanol breaks down into formic acid and formaldehyde in the body, and in levels much higher than through natural means. Here is a link to an article (one of many available): http://www.mercola.com/article/aspartame/dangers.htm. You don't need a Ph.D in chemistry to know this stuff is bad for your body. Why take the chance?

Another excellent anti-oxidant is cherry juice concentrate. You can put 2 tbsp in some water or orange juice. It is full of helpful nutrients (vitamins and minerals). Also, a smoothie made with fresh or frozen blueberries and OJ. The darker the fruit the more rich in antioxidants it is. Dark grapes, etc.

A really helpful omega-3 is extra virgin olive oil. Don't cook with it because heat can destroy its good properties, but put it on your veggies when they're done steaming or on your salads. It is good for your arteries and in keeping bad cholesterol down, too.

For Omega's, you can also consume flaxseeds instead of fish. I'm surprised they didn't list it here. It's one of the main super foods and it does wonders for your skin.

DEAR SIR/MADAM,
HI I HAVE PROBLEMS ABT SO MUCH OF MY DARK CIRCLES.SO TELL ME THA REMOVE THAT BCOZ ITS HAS LONG TIME MEANS ITS LAST 8 YEARS.MY DARK CIRCLE HAS VERY DARK THATS WHY MY FACE LOOK LIKE A MARRIED WOMEN THAT AGE ABT 28 OR 29 BUT I M ONLY IN 21YRS SO GIVE ME THE PERMANANT SOLUTION ABT MY DARK CIRCLES.
KIND REMOVE THAT.

Thanks Josephine, you are so helpful....sue

Thanx so much, this is really helpful info and I truly appreciate .

Women are very delicate and so female skin is sensitive. It needs extra care in natural ways to avoid any allergy and bad reactions. Men also need to care their skin. Becacuse women also want soft and soothing sensational touch from their male partner. So I pay considerable attention to my skin as well.

Does being allergic to foods
have anything to do with
having a hard time loosing
weight?

Iam a 34 year old man suffering from baldness would like to know if hair transplant is safe and free from side effects

I found a great supplement containing wonderful antioxidants at www.acaiplus.com/31975, and they taste great.

This is to theonlyliveoneinhere:if you think we are retards and freaks, why do you read this stuff. We are just people trying to help out other people with advice that has worked for us. Take it or leave it, but you don't have to post such rude comments.

Regarding tingling and numbness sensations; it can be poor circulation for some reason, or due to side effects on some medication taken, or some problems in your nervous system. See your Cardiologist and if all is well he/she might refer you to a neurologist after a brain MRI. This might be due to an ischemic attack that you might not be aware of if left untreated can lead to a stroke. Just don't ignore this symptoms. Our body gives us mild warnings before any catastrophic event. Listen to your body's warnings. It is there for a reason.

SUE:Am a Lab Scientist. Re: Fasting Blood Sugar Testing, Blood sample has to be taken 8-12 hours after your last meal. Yes A1C is a better index for Diabetes monitoring yet you have to stick to similar testing method or equipment to be consistent on your sugar surveillance. You see, you want to compare apples to apples not apples to oranges.For Blood sugar and Cholesterol levels, Fasting samples are more close to realistic measurement because no diet is to be considered and the normal ranges established by the testing laboratory are from fasting samples in the region.For random sampling, you can do the testing of your blood any time but for better comparison it is better if you do your testing at a more consistent time.I hope that this answered some of your questions.

This is an interesting article!

TAKE FOOD SUPPLEMENTS DAILY ESPECIALLY STARTING AT AGE 40 FOR SKIN,EYES,BRAIN,LIVER,KIDNEY,HEART AND HYDRATE ALL THE TIME WITH REGULAR EXERCISE 15-30 MINS. DAILY. DRINK O2 BERRY WATER FOR OPTIMUM OXYGENATION AND HYDRATION. DON'T FORGET BREATHING EXERCISE ALONG WITH EYE EXERCISE.HERE'S TO GOOD LIFE AND ENJOY....BE HAPPY!

Thanks to all of you for your wonderful suggestions and advise. I am a new type 2 diabetic. I'm doing well after losing 50 lbs, but find the wt is coming off too slow. I'd like to lose 30 more lbs. My sugar levels are good, but I'm confused as to when to test. Before a next meal (at least 4 hrs- do I start timing when I start my meal..after meals , how long? Does snacking effect my numbers..such as an apple or orange after brkf and before lunch? If anyone can put this is plain English, plz do. My Dr. says no need t test since my A1c has been so good. Buy I have numbness and tingling in my feet and think it may be from the sugar levels. I eat very little sugar and few carbs.
All the literature I have read are 'vague' and not specific. Are fasting numbers (early a.m., before anything is consumed, even water or coffee, suppose to be lower than 120.?? I have never had one less than 110, and my A1c is 5.6....Any comments are greatly appreciated. Thanks.

Some useful stuff! I'm just diasappointed pineapples aren't mentioned: not only high in Vit. C (19mg. per 100g, raw) they contain the protein digesting enzyme bromelain, which is also a natural anti-inflammatory that encourages healing. For HIGHLY effective weight-loss, eat pineapple by itself first thing in the a.m.; wait 2 hrs. before eating other foods (alternate with bananas, every other a.m.) & see what happens (that's toxic, undigested protein leaving your body)! Pineapples are also effective in dissolving mucus & aiding recovery of tuberculosis. To top it off, pineapples are rich in manganese (which builds bone & CONNECTIVE TISSUE): 1 cup of raw pineapple provides 73% of the daily recommended amt. of manganese! So don't forget about these juicy gems, your skin will love em ~

I my mom has a cellulities and was operated last 2006 she was diagnosed as colon cancer I'd like to know what kind of food is advisable for her diet. Is there any herbal medication that will remove her cellulities

Have anybody heard about Dr.Dherbs, he is a herbalist for all kinds of disease, He has supplements, vitamins and anything you would ask
check him out at www.dherbs.com you all good stuff, I use the website to buy natural stuff for my family.

lulu

A balance diet, more fruits & vege, fish etc. Those are the common issues. Has anyone tried the diet by blood group. Basically all food has 3 affects to the human body, it benefits, it's poison or neutral.Am blood Group B & avoiding one top in my list - the CHICKEN (suprisingly!) did help meto control my inflamation. & What a relieve!!!

I am 42 and I have noticed that the past two months I have been craving chunky peanut butter. Is peanut butter bad for your health. I eat it everyday with Wheat crackers. I try to limit ach serving to one tbl spoon (which a eat twice/day) during lunch or snack aroud 3pm, and a much less serving befoer I go to bed.

i just want to know what are the best skin products for normal skin and are the expensive products are better than the cheap ones
thanks

What Can I Do To Clear Black Cirles Under Eye Area?

I eat about 4 servings of tinned salmon a week (one-half can per meal).....also eat approx. 1 meal a week of prawns/shrimp.

I love fish.....and if not salmon, then sole, trout, halibut in season. Is this too much?

My blood work was very good, low chorlestol (sp) & high good things.....

What about mint tea? I know green and mint tea are not the same, but I don't much care for the taste of tea, so could mint tea be good for me too?

Lori Ann, I can understand your wanting to get off prednisone. However, as a nurse, I would advise you: DO NOT stop taking your prednisone UNLESS you discuss it with your doctor first. The reason is because prednisone is a hormonal drug, and your body has adjusted to its presence. Depending on your dose of prednisone, your doctor will probably want to wean you off it slowly, to allow your body time to adjust. Otherwise, you could potentially develop a sudden low level of adrenal hormones, which can cause a serious (and potentially life-threatening medical crisis). So yes, do try to modify your diet and use supplements to help, but don't go off your meds without talking to your care provider first.

My husband has an inflammation issue. What can he take to help ? We were told he can take a monthly injection of intramuscular serum immune globulin. Does anyone know about this treatment? Or??? Need assist because my husband has chronic sinusitus and bronchitis. We were also told that the inflammation has caused coronary artery issues. Please give some suggestions...
Thank you.

I READ ALL THE ABOVE COMMENTS.

LET ME TELL YOU ALL MY GOOD EXPERIENCE.

I AM A BEEKEEPER AND I DRINK HONEY SINCE I AM 13 YEARS OLD.
WE TALKING ABOUT PURE HONEY,PURE HONEY.

I USE IT INSTEAD OF SUGAR IN ALL MY JUICES, COFEE ETC..
NEVER HAS A PROBLEM IT KEEP ME
IN GOOD HEALTH.I AM 60 YEARS OLD. I RUN 10 MILES A DAY.

IF YOU HAVE A TYPE 2 DIABETICS YOU CAN USE HONEY BUT USE A LITTLE SPOON,THE SMALL YOU CAN FIND AND TAKE TWICE A WEEK AT BREAKFAST IT WILL DO YOU GOOD.

THIS IS MY EXPERIENCE WITH MY WIFE THAT HAS A TYPE 2 DIABETICS, NOTHING HAPPEND TO HER AND SHE IS 49 AND IN GOOD HEALTH.

GOD BLESS YOU

JUAN

Olive oil and green tea are good for you not only from the inside out, but also fro the outside: use them on your skin! Olive oil is a great emolient and helps cicatrization, avoiding scarring. Green tea soothens and helps hydrate skin. Keep used green tea bags in the fridge and use them to relieve puffy eyes.

How can I get rid of the puffy skin around my eyes?

Hypothyroid - are you on meds? The med replaces your thyroid hormone. It's cheap and completely effective. I've had hypothyroid for 14 years and live a completely normal life.

Jean,
Anything with artificial sweeteners in it is bad for you! Just look for organic or unsweetened green tea drinks. Artificial sweeteners can be worse for you than sugar!

what can i do to get the dark circle from under the eyes?

i have amyloidosis i need to diet...what can i buy to help me loose weight.....

This eating for your skin has some truth to it. but did you know that there is a skin care program available in Canada and the U.S that is made from all natural and organic ingredients that actually feeds the skin with vitamins and minerlas that aid in the anti-aging process?
Bet you didn't. Mostly because it is North America's best kept secret!
Nutrimetics is the product and it's based on fruit, flower and nut oils. The oils are similar to that of the skins own natural oils. The fruit essences act as scents
and as preservatives vitamins C and E are used. These preservatives are derived from the essences. Their products cured my rosacea and adult acne. I have very few and I mean a few lines on my face from using these products. I always have to chuckle when people find out that I am 10 - 12 years older than they think I am. so if you're interested in looking younger and having good skin to boot, then give it a try.
contact me for more info.

What can i do to clear black cirles under your eyes

Lori Ann and anyone interested in better health, You may be interested in more nutritional info. There are options that help. I am a nurse and would love to talk with you about this. We have to take control of our own health. my website is kimberly4health.com.Kimberly

You should check out Juice Plus+. It is 17 raw fruits and vegetables (whole food!) that is juiced, most of the salt and sugar removed, then dried and the resulting powder (with some grains and green tea added) is put into a capsule or chewable form. It contains thousands of nutrients from the whole food itself, with 13 clinical research studies providing proof that it gets into the blood and provides real wellness benefits. Check it out: http://www.juiceplus.com/+cs89797

To Lori Ann: You will get rid of pains with a raw food diet which must include fresh vegetable juice.

I agree with the Red Tea comments, its a near miracle!! Personally I find it hard to palate, but i keep perservering,but brew a STRONG cup, (1 bag to half a cup of water) leave bag to cool in cup. Remove bag when cold. Use the resulting tea as a skin toner, on spots, rashes, excema and babys' nappy rash. Cheap, safe, natural and so effective.

This is my new theory...if it's not natural don't eat it

Linda and Katie: Don't go to Wikipedia-anyone can edit it. Wikipedia is NOT a good source. Personally, I trust Dr. Oz and the information he provides on RealAge.com. I researched him a little and found that he has been very involved in medicine for quite awhile. He also holds a high position at Columbia University. He went to Harvard and two other schools. He is actually a doctor, not just a wannabe. He appears to truly care about people and really wants to educate them on how to take care of themselves.

dear people...if your totally confused by all the dietary hype and media mumbo jumbo I would recommend an excellent book by Henry C. Lu called Natural Food Cures. The book is about $20.00, available through many bookstores and sources and is an excellent,informative text for all your dietary questions and needs. As a student of Oriental Medicine I constantly utilize this book when I have questions/concerns from my clients as well as when I am studying the latest/greatest food fads/media hype/herbal supplements etc. I would encourage everyone with dietary concerns to buy a copy and read through it BEFORE shelling money out on yet more nutritional supplements and filling your pantries with expensive food items that will probably never be totally consumed. This man KNOWS what he is talking about and the book is easy to read and understand. Be safe and healthy...

I have been diagnosed with POLYMYALGIA RHEUMATICA. It is a very painful migratory disease that affects my muscles and joints. Each day I wake to find it attacking a different part of me. I have had it for a year now and have been taking PREDISONE, prescribed by my doctor. All the doctors promise me that it will run its course, but in the meantime, I do not want to take the Prednisone, which is very bad and has awful side effects. IS THERE ANYONE OUT THERE WHO KNOWS WHAT ELSE I COULD TRY TO EAT OR DRINK THAT IS NATURAL so that I could stop taking the drug?

I have Hypothyroid and 30 lbs over weight. I am on Armour. Went on the Green Tea,Wi something. I need to lose this weight, any suggestions?
Nancy R

There is a lot of nonsense going around about aspartame. I have a Ph.D. in chemistry and I should know. People--amino acids are found in all proteins!! The only people who need to avoid phenylalanine are people with the rare metabolic disease phenylketonuria. And yes--in the breakdown of food in the body, fleeting amounts of substances are produced that you wouldn't want to eat a plateful of, but are metabolized in an orderly way.

Green tea is a very strong diuretic! Brew a pot to drink 4-6 cups a day? That would keep you running alright...running to the bathroom. jsf.

I am soooo confused about all the nutritional information. Every day there is a new article on what to eat or drink and frequently comments that point out that these "healthy" foods are good for you in one way and damaging in another. I have cut down on fats, rarely use sugar, and do eat vegetables, and limit caffeine, but fish, certain kinds of tea, etc. are controversial. How csn I tell?

What's up with all this talk abour the Acai Berry? I hear it's good for skin and very high in antioxidants!

I am also a fan of rooibos! Some studies have even said that rooibos can be more beneficial than green teas.

To Linda: Thanks to the internet, a lot of people assume credibility that is not deserved. You're best option is rely on your own research. Search Wikipedia and find out what might be best for you!

I belong to a thyroid board (info type)
and I suffer from hypothyroidism and hair loss from the condition.
The person who runs this board and has written books on treating this devastating illness HIGHLY suggests Evening Primrose Oil for the hair loss.
Now I have been taking this for some time and read that it is high in Omega 6
which is bad for me.
I can't help but feel that I am in a whirlpool of information and I don't know what or who to follow.
Why are people like her allowed to gain credibility and then recommend something harmful?

Hemp seed is the single most nutritious thing you can eat!

Pl.view this and follow this

To Jean,
Diet Lipton Green Tea WAS a favorite of myself and my husband until we found it's sweetened with aspertame. Aspertame (AKA Nutrasweet) is something you probably don't want to put in your body, and for good reason.
Aspartame is made up of three chemicals: the amino acids aspartic acid and phenylalanine, and methanol. The chemical bond that holds these constituents together is fairly weak. As a result, aspartame readily breaks down into its component parts in a variety of circumstances: in liquids - such as Lipton Bottled Green Teas; during prolonged storage - many products sit in warehouses for months; when exposed to heat in excess of 86° Fahrenheit (30° Centigrade); and WHEN INGESTED. These constituents further break down into other toxic by-products, namely formaldehyde, formic acid and aspartylphenylalanine diketopiperazine (DKP).
It's much better to brew your own, sweeten with Stevia, Agavé Nectar, even Splenda, and fill a portable container to take with you while on the go!

I belong to a thyroid board (info type)
and I suffer from hypothyroidism and hair loss from the condition.
The person who runs this board and has written books on treating this devastating illness HIGHLY suggests Evening Primrose Oil for the hair loss.
Now I have been taking this for some time and read that it is high in Omega 6
which is bad for me.
I can't help but feel that I am in a whirlpool of information and I don't know what or who to follow.
Why are people like her allowed to gain credibility and then recommend something harmful?

Hi Ferry,
I founf this interesting.
Cheers;-)

Chris - copy the article you want to print - and paste it into a word document - there you can chance the text to any size and font you want and then print it - Jon

I will try the red tea, along with the many other ideas in my action plan diet.
Found everything very stimulating.

It would be nice if these articles were printable. Doing a print of the selected print comes out too small to read.

My husband and I enjoy the Diet Lipton Green Tea .16.9 fl.OZ. bottle. Any one know if this would be considered a healthy choice? We no longer drink soda"s. My husband suffered a massive heart at
tack last year and he was told to avoid carbonated beverages. I just assumed it was because of the sodium content.

I am a diabetic type 2. I am on an all raw veggie diet with warm water. It is working. It has cured diabetes because veggies have no sugar in them.
Myra

we agree with dorothea - red tea! we use it mostly when we are coming down with sore throats/colds. soothes the throat & claims healing properties.

Thanks for this valuable info
Iam living this daily. Iam vegy however only eat fish daily. A lot a lot of vegs and fruits. I do crazy exercises and my heart beats on the mill reach 166 and sometimes 174. Thanks God I do that daily in 1/2 hr I burn bet 360 and 380 Cals.
I take only couple of little cups of greem tea however not the top quality since it will be very expensive.
U forgot to mention very important vegs rich in Vit E and B6 and B12 in addition to being anti cancerogenic.
Spinach // Brocolli // and red and orange peppers and berries. I take heavy cereal breakfast with a lot of nuts
Thanks and Regards

While veryone touts green tea, my personal favorite is RED tea (rooibos), which is derived from an indigneous South African bush.
It's anti-oxidant properties have been well researched and documented, and an added bonus is that it is naturally caffeine free.
I brew an infusion, and make a refreshing drink by combining two thirds of the tea with OJ or other fruit juice.
It can also be enjoyed hot with lemon or add milk.

I have added more Tea to my day. The studies all point to Tea being very good for a body. I'll heat up the new Tea and sip a spot of Tea!

I don't drink caffeinated drinks. I do have type 2 diabetes. Should a green tea be a medicinal drink for me? If so, when in the day should it be drunk?

Thought you'd be interested in this short omega-3 video: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=eIgNpsbvcVM