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Written by by Sonia Millikin
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Wednesday, 27 December 2006 |
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Convenience foods can appeal. Not only are they convenient, but when advertised as having no artificial colours, flavours, and preservatives, we may assume we are getting a fairly natural product. However, closer inspection of the ingredients list, usually in small print on the back of the packet, can reveal a selection of numbers with or without a brief description.
To be aware of what we are eating, we can check food additive lists, such as the one available from New Zealand Food and Safety Authority, which describes the numbers under categories such as; colours, acidity regulators, bulking agents, emulsifiers, thickeners, stabilisers, flavour enhancements, anti-caking agents, and sweeteners . Often we need further clarification such as; if it was a natural additive - were chemicals involved in the extraction process?
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Written by Amrta Pani devi dasi
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Tuesday, 13 June 2006 |
 Constipation:
High in fibre, including bananas in the diet can help restore normal bowel action, helping to overcome the problem without resorting to laxatives.
Heartburn:
Bananas have a natural antacid effect in the body, so if you suffer from heartburn, try eating a banana for soothing relief.
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Written by Amrta Pani devi dasi
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Tuesday, 28 March 2006 |
 Morning Sickness: Snacking on bananas between meals helps to keep blood sugar levels up and avoid morning sickness.
PMS: Forget the pills - eat a banana! The vitamin B6 it contains regulates blood glucose levels, which can affect your mood.
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Written by Amrta Pani devi dasi
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Saturday, 11 February 2006 |
 Stress:
Potassium is a vital mineral, which helps normalize the heartbeat, sends oxygen to the brain and regulates your body's water balance. When we are stressed, our metabolic rate rises, thereby reducing our potassium levels. These can be rebalanced with the help of a high-potassium banana snack.
Strokes:
According to research in "The New England Journal of Medicine," eating bananas as part of a regular diet can cut the risk of death by strokes by as much as 40%!
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Written by Illustration by Corey Millikin,writen by AmrtaPani dd
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Thursday, 22 December 2005 |
 Nerves:
Bananas are high in B vitamins that help calm the nervous system. Depression:
According to a recent survey undertaken by MIND amongst people suffering from depression, many felt much better after eating a banana. This is because bananas contain tryptophan, a type of protein that the body converts into serotonin, known to make you relax, improve your mood, and generally make you feel happier. |
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Written by Corey Millikin 'Conch' illustration
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Wednesday, 30 November 2005 |
 Containing three natural sugars - sucrose, fructose and glucose, and fibre, a banana gives an instant, sustained and substantial boost of energy. Research has proven that just two bananas provide enough energy for a strenuous 90-minute workout. No wonder the banana is the number one fruit with the world's leading athletes. So, a banana really is a natural remedy for many ills. Compared to an apple, it has four times the protein,
twice the carbohydrates, three times the phosphorus, five times the vitamin A and iron, and twice the other vitamins and minerals. Also rich in potassium –it is one of the best value foods around.
200 students at a Twickenham (Middlesex) school were helped through their exams this year by eating bananas at breakfast, break, and lunch in a bid to boost their brain power. Research has shown that the potassium-packed fruit can assist learning by making pupils more alert.
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Written by Tiffany McAbee 'Conch'
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Monday, 17 October 2005 |
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Canola is a genetically engineered oil that comes from the rape seed, which is part of the mustard family of plants. Rape is a weed, and is considered to be the most toxic of all food-oil plants so much so that even insects won?t eat it. |
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Written by Tiffany McAbee 'Conch'
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Monday, 17 October 2005 |
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What is homogenization? Homogenization is an unnatural process that breaks down butterfat globules so they do not rise to the top of your milk. By doing so the structure of the milk is damaged, so that our bodies have great difficulty in digesting it. Homogenized milk has been linked to heart disease, malabsorption and lactose intolerance. Always try to avoid homogenized milk. Organic pasteurized milk is healthy, easier to digest and better for you! |
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Written by Amrta Pani dd 'Conch'
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Wednesday, 16 March 2005 |
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Anise: For Infants: Bruise 2 ounces of anise seeds in a mortar, place them in a pitcher, and pour 2 cups of boiling water over the seeds. Steep this for fifteen minutes, cool, and strain. Feed the liquid to the infant in teaspoon doses. Use 1 teaspoon for a one-year-old, up to 3 teaspoons for children over four years of age., Source: Herbal Medicine. The Natural Way to Get Well and Stay Well by Dian Dincin Buchman |
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