recipes for green tea cookies?
July 25, 2010
Being a green tea lover and all, I have tried green tea cheese cake and it was very good, so I thought I’d attempt to make one of my favorite staples – cookies, so I went all over google to try to find a good green tea cookie recipe and so far I have only found a couple for shortbread cookies. Not a fan. Anyone have any recipes to share? I’d appreciate it! 
try substituting water with green tea water. i mean boil some tea bags of green tea, and use it instead of water. i think it should work.
it is better if you try a smaller portion so if it is not good you don’t ruin a whole batch.
Giving up soda. What are the health benefits of unsweetened tea?
July 25, 2010
I’m giving up all sodas and was wondering if there are any health benefits from unsweetened, cold tea? I don’t like sweet tea and don’t want all the sugar.
Fresh-brewed tea, green or black, does your health good. The University of Maryland Medical Center has a page linked below, but I’ll sum it up:
it’s shown it may help in treating or prevent over a dozen diseases, like atheriosclerosis, diabetes, and a variety of cancers. It increases metabolism because of both caffeine and polphenols. It’s got a bunch of other good chemicals inside with more research every day pointing out to something it helps treat or prevent.
Black tea have these, though not as many as green teas.
And I’d take a flyer on bottled teas. Usually it’s full of additives and sitting in a plastic bottle for weeks doesn’t help. Of course, a bottled unsweetened tea is still better than soda.
10 Natural Cures For Yeast Infection
July 23, 2010
If you are suffering from yeast infection, chances are your doctor would prescribe topical ointments or ingestible tablets from your local drugstore. But these prescription drugs only aggravate this disease by helping spread the yeast-like fungi Candida albicans. Listed below are the ten best cures for yeast infection in the holistic style.
The first cure is prevention via proper hygiene. Yeast infection spreads primarily through carelessness, whether by exposure to a sufferer, to Candida albicans, or to chemicals which trigger yeast infection. Hence, no lending of personal belongings, and dispose expired products properly.
The second cure is living a healthy lifestyle. Minimize drinking alcoholic beverages and tap water. Because stress is a trigger, set aside time for relaxation and sleep.
But what if you did not know these preventive measures? The next cure, then, is to avoid ingesting drugs of any kind. Antibiotics kill the bacteria that monitor the growth of Candida albicans. Other medicines to avoid include birth control medication, immuno-suppressants and steroids.
One effective cure is a strictly regimented diet as determined by your doctor. The standard Candida diet forbids affected individuals from eating the following:
* Sugars, to the point that even fruit may not be allowed;
* Food with high yeast and mold content, like cheeses, dried fruit, melons and peanuts;
* Milk, dairy products, and food with high lactose content (this means that you cannot eat yoghurt, but you can use it to alleviate the effects of yeast infection in other ways).
This diet allows only the following:
* Water;
* Herbal teas;
* All vegetables;
* Sources of protein (meat is allowed, as are fish, poultry and legumes, although soy and soy products are known to have side effects);
* Probiotic supplements;
* Whole grains like millet, brown rice, and oatmeal without sugar;
* If possible, apples, blueberries, cherries, other berries, and pears.
Reading food labels is an absolute must for the cure to take effect. Sticking to this diet even after the symptoms disappear not only boosts immunity, but also curbs the Candida albicans population boom by reintroducing friendly bacteria.
One way to relieve yeast infection is to apply natural antifungal agents like garlic paste, extra-virgin coconut oil and diluted tea tree oil directly on the skin. Grapeseed extract and tannins from tea and condiments fight chronic infections excellently.
Women with vaginal yeast infection may find relief in a few drops of diluted tea tree oil or a dollop of yoghurt. Application should be done at least twice a day through inserting a tampon with either oil or yoghurt into the vagina. This remedy must be continued one day after the symptoms disappear.
Ingesting licorice helps sufferers of endocrine yeast infection by stimulating hormones without causing side effects. This sweet also can counteract the estrogen loss endured by women with vaginal yeast infection through the release of estrogen-like friendly steroids.
Another great cure is taking in electrolyte-heavy drinks. To make your own, squeeze in half a lemon (full of essential minerals) in a glass of filtered water, then add 1/4 teaspoon of Celtic sea salt (with 84 minerals). Drink it six times during the day, with three of those six times during meals.
Cleansing your colon naturally washes out the toxins made by Candida albicans and also makes the digestive system receptive to friendly bacteria. Recipes may vary, but they usually involve a mixture of garlic or garlic extract, cayenne peppers, apple cider or apple cider vinegar, and the spicy oregano oil.
So there you have the ten best cures for yeast infection. Take note that these are not the only cures available, but these are the ones which have been proven to work time and again. Do your research, and you may find one which works best for you. Good luck!
Paul Hata
http://www.articlesbase.com/diseases-and-conditions-articles/10-natural-cures-for-yeast-infection-536940.html
Best Ayurvedic and Herbal Treatment for Gastritis
July 23, 2010
Gastritis is a common name for all kinds of inflammation of the inner lining of the stomach, which is known as the mucosa. It is characterized by severe stomach ailments like cramps in the stomach, diarrhea and constipation and even blood with the stools.
In Ayurveda, gastritis is known as Urdhavaga Amalapitta. It is caused in people with pitta constitution. When the pitta dosha gets vitiated in such people, there are greater chances of getting gastritis.
There are many causes of gastritis. Food poisoning can lead to gastritis, and so can consuming alcohol and drugs like aspirin and steroids. Allergies to certain foods can cause gastritis. Oblique causes for gastritis are physical stresses caused due to flu, some major surgery, severe burns or injuries.
Nowadays the infection of the bacteria Helicobacter pylori is looked upon as an important cause of gastritis.
(1) Useful Herbs in the Treatment of Gastritis
- Asparagus (Asparagus racemosa) Asparagus is known to be an antispasmodic. It reduces the fire in the stomach. The root of the asparagus is effective in reducing the hyperacidity of the digestive system.
- Bitter Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) The tea of the bitter chamomile is effective in allaying the gastritis that is caused due to tensions and worries.
- Cardamom (Elattaria cardamomum) Cardamom has soothing effects on the stomach. It is especially beneficial if the gastritis causes heartburn.
- Fennel (Fenneliculum vulgare) Fennel is used as a digestive traditionally by Indians. After each meal, there is a tradition of chewing some seeds of fennel. Fennel soothes the stomach, facilitates digestion, reduces flatulence and relieves the stomach of excess acidity.
- Ginger (Zingiber officinale) The extract of ginger is effective in treating the acid dyspepsia that is associated with gastritis. It is especially useful for people who consume more of a non-vegetarian food.
- Indian Gooseberry (Emblica officinalis) The Indian gooseberry, or amla, is very beneficial in the treatment of several stomach ailments, gastritis included. The other digestive ailments it is used for dyspepsia, burning sensation, anorexia, vomiting and hemorrhage.
- Licorice (Glycyrrhiza glabra) The root of the licorice can soothe the inflammation and the injury to the stomach. It is also known to reduce the proliferation of Helicobacter pylori.
- Rhubarb (Rheum emodi) Rhubarb is a mild agent; so it is effectively used in treating gastritis problems in children. It can reduce the acidity in the stomach.
- Sandalwood (Santalum album) Sandalwood helps in gastritis because it has cooling properties. It can soothe the stomach muscles inflamed by gastritis.
(2) Dietary Treatments for Gastritis
A careful dietary regime is needed in case of gastritis. The following points must be noted.
- Only rice that has been aged for one year must be used. Wheat and barley are beneficial.
- Among vegetables white pumpkin, bitter gourd, cucumber, green banana and banana flower are effective.
- Cow’s milk is preferable to buffalo’s milk.
- People suffering from gastritis must not confuse their stomach glands with different kinds of foods at the same time. It is beneficial if the person is kept on a single diet. Ideally the person must be kept on a milk diet or on a diet of old rice.
- Vitamin C has the capacity to help in the absorption of iron and calcium salts in the body. This eases the digestive process. Therefore, the diet must be rich in vitamin C. Foods that contain vitamin C to a commendable quantity are amlas, oranges, etc.
- Pungent and sour tastes must be avoided. Even chocolates, tea and coffee must be avoided as these can increase the acidic contents in the stomach.
- The person must never eat till the stomach is fool. In gastritis it is better to eat little quantities each time, so that the stomach gets proper time to digest the food.
- Sesame seeds and curds must be avoided.
- There should be a total stop to alcoholism.
(3) Ayurvedic Treatment for Gastritis
Amalaki choorna or Triphala choorna is given in a dose of three grams thrice a day for seven days.
If there is constipation along with gastritis, then Avipattikara choorna is taken as the medicine of choice. The dosage is two teaspoonfuls at bedtime.
There is a list of other Ayurvedic preparations that are useful in the treatment of gastritis. Some of these are Dhaatri loha, Sukumara ghrita, Sootashekhara rasa, Kaamadudha rasa, Leela Vilas rasa, Chandrakala rasa and Amalapittantaka rasa.
(4) Home Medications
- Take one teaspoonful of licorice root powder and mix it with pure ghee and honey. Take this twice each day on an empty stomach.
- Have a banana early in the morning. Drown them with milk. This reduces the acidity within the stomach in some days.
- After each meal have a glassful of milk with Isphagula in it.
- Squeeze the juice of an orange and add some roasted cumin seeds in it. Have this with some salt in it. It provides immense relief in gastritis.
Apart from these, keep the mind always stress-free. Do not go to bed immediately after a meal. There should be an ideal gap of an hour between taking a meal and going to bed.
Dr.Anna Hardy
http://www.articlesbase.com/wellness-articles/best-ayurvedic-and-herbal-treatment-for-gastritis-111460.html
The Benefits of Green Tea Extract
July 23, 2010
I am sure that most of you are aware of the benefits of drinking green tea. Green tea has become a huge hit around the world in the last several years. The majority of people are drinking it for its healing properties. However, did you know that green tea extract as a supplement also provides health benefits? Therefore, you can take a supplement that contains it as well. Not many people are aware of this nutritional fact.
One of the main benefits of green tea extract is that it helps to boost your immune system. With all the viruses and bugs in the air these days, boosting our immune system would certainly be beneficial. In addition, they can speed up your metabolism and burn fat more effectively.
A supplement that is high in antioxidants is one that will effectively fight the damage caused by free radicals. Green tea extract is one such supplement. Another benefit of the extract is that it does not contain caffeine, while the tea itself does contain caffeine.
One of the many benefits of taking herbal supplements is the synergy involved when taking several extracts blended. Green tea extract can be blended with other supplements. Therefore, the healing properties of several extracts or supplements blended together will be that much better.
What if you could buy a nutritional supplement that contained seventy-six different natural ingredients all carefully blended together including green tea extract. In fact, it is decaffeinated extract, which is much better for you because of the removal of the caffeine. All these ingredients work synergistically together to provide you with greater benefits.
An example of some of the ingredients is ginger, which helps your body absorb the green tea extract. Other natural ingredients include turmeric, which acts as an anti-inflammatory. Grape-seed extract is another of the ingredients; it helps to keep your capillaries in healthy order. All these ingredients work together to keep your body healthy.
If you would like more information on green tea extract and other natural substances for healthy living then visit my website today.
Tara Mathews
http://www.articlesbase.com/supplements-and-vitamins-articles/the-benefits-of-green-tea-extract-709861.html
