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Seeds for Change Wellness
Powerhouse of Herbs and Spices
Powerhouse of Herbs and Spices
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The wonder herbs and spices are those which are rich in vitamins A and C, and betacarotene. Research shows that
eating these wonder spices reduces the risk of chronic diseases. Antioxidants are compounds that defend our body
against cell damage caused by various free radicals. Diets rich in vitamins C and beta-carotene are strong
protectors against heart disease, cancer and almost all other diseases


HERB/SPICE                                EFFECT // COMMENT

1.  Alfalfa                                    Diuretic properties. // Drink as tea or take as tablets.
Corn Silk
Juniper
Yarrow

2.  Aloe Vera Juice                       Improves digestion; cleanse the digestive system

3.  Bladderwrack                          Improve thyroid function;boost adrenal glands .// Drink as tea or take as tablets.
 Hawthorn Berry

3.  Cardamom                             Thermogenics, boost metabolism // Use as a spice.

4.  Cayenne                                 Thermogenics, boost metabolism, antioxidant,  contains blood thinning properties   
     Chili                                        to prevent strokes, lowers cholesterol. It is a  expectorant and  alleviates
                                                 bronchitis. Capsaicin eases pain of arthritis, destroys intestinal parasites and
                                                 dissolves blood clots.  //  Use as a spice and pickles.


5.  Cinnamon                                Thermogenics, boost metabolism //  Use as a spice

6.  Dandelion                                 Diuretic properties // Drink as tea or take as tablets

7.  Fennel                                      Appetite suppressant and is believed to help remove fat and mucus from the         
                                                      intestinal tract

8.  Ginger                                       Thermogenics, May lower cholesterol and blood pressure. // Eat in natural    
                                                   form, in foods or take capsules

9.  Mustard Seed                           Thermogenics, boost metabolism //  Use as a spice.

10.  Sea weed/ kelp                       Kills bacteria - E.coli, Pseudomonas  aeruginosa, Salmonella, Staphylococcus,
                                                  Aspergillus, Fusarium, and Shigella. Blocks cancer (fucoidan), boosts immune
                                                  system.// Drink as tea or take as tablets

11.  Spirulina                                 Excellent source of protein. // May stabilize blood sugar

12. Tea, Green  or Black               Thermogenics, Strong anti-oxident, boost metabolism, contains polyphenols,
                                                  which may reduce heart disease, cancer and stroke risk.  Destroys bacteria and
                                                  virus, fight infections, prevents cancer, lowers blood pressure, strengthens
                                                  capillaries, protects against long term radiation. //  Drink.  Contains tannins,
                                                  fluoride and caffeine.  Decaffeinatted works equally well.