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Herckleperckle
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11-20-2003
| Monday, January 30, 2006 - 6:55 pm
Source: Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 3rd Ed., by Phyllis A. Balch. Copyright: 2000 Cellulose/Fiber Found in many foods, fiber helps lower blood cholesterol levels and stabilize blood sugar levels. It helps prevent colon cancer, constipation, hemorrhoids, obesity and many other disorders. Fiber is also good for removing certain toxic metals from the body. Because the refining process has removed much of the natural fiber from our foods, the typical American diet is lacking in fiber. There are seven basic classificiations of fiber: bran, cellulose, gum, hericellulose, lignin, mucilages, and pectin. Each form has its own function. It's best to circulate among several different supplemental fiber sources. Start with small amounts and gradually increase your intake until your stools are the proper consistency. Also, be aware that, while today's average diet is lacking in fiber, consuming excessive amounts may decrease the absorption of zinc, iron and calcium. Always take supplemental fiber separately from other medications or supplements. Otherwise, it can lessen their strength and effectiveness. In addition to using a fiber supplement, you should make sure to get fiber through your diet. Make sure your diet contains these high-fiber foods: whole grain cereals and flours, brown rice, agar agar, all kinds of bran, most fresh fruit, dried prunes, nuts, seeds (especially flaxseeds), beans, lentils, peas, and fresh raw vegetables. Eat several of these foods daily. When eating organic produce, leave the skin on apples and potatoes. Coat chicken in corn bran or oats for baking. Add extra bran to cereals and breads. Unsalted, unbuttered popcorn is also excellent for added fiber.
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Herckleperckle
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11-20-2003
| Monday, January 30, 2006 - 7:31 pm
Source: Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 3rd Ed., by Phyllis A. Balch. Copyright: 2000 Bran, Gums, and Mucilages Both gums and mucilages help to regulate blood glucose levels, aid in lowering cholesterol, and help in the removal of toxins. They are found in oatmeal, oat brain, sesame seeds, and dried beans. One of the following should be part of your daily dietary plan: Fennel seed. Fennel is an herb that is helpful for digestive purposes. The seeds of this plant help to rid the intestinal tract of mucus and aid in relieving gas. Glucomannan. Derived from the tuber of the amorphopallis plant, it picks up and removes fat from the colon wall. This substance is good for diabetes and obesity because it helps get rid of fat. It has been recognized for normalizing blood sugar and is good for people with hypoglycemia. Glucomannan expands to 60 times its own weight, thereby helping to curb the appetite. Taking 2 or 3 capsules with a large glass of water thirty minutes before meals is helpful for reducing allergic reactions and some symptoms associated with high and low blood sugar disorders. Always be sure to drink a large glass of water when taking glucomannan in capsule or pill form, as capsules can lodge in the throat and expand there, causing breathing problems. Glucomannan is tasteless and ordorless, and can be added to foods to help normalize blood sugar. Guar Gum. Extracted from the seeds of the guar plant, Guar Gum is good for the treatment of diabetes and for curbing the appetite. It also has the ability to reduce the levels of cholesterol, triglycerides and low-denisty lipo-proteins in the blood, and binds with toxic substances and carries them out of the body. Guar Gum tablets must be chewed thoroughly or sucked gradually, not swallowed whole, and should be taken with lots of water, because Guar Gum has a tendency to ball up in the throat when mixed with saliva. It should NOT be used by individuals who have difficulty swallowing or who have had gastrointestinal surgery. Some persons with colon disorders may also have trouble using Guar Gum. Oat bran and rice bran. Bran is the broken coat of the seed of cereal grain that has been separated from the flour or meal by sifting or bolting. It helps to lower cholesterol. Psyllium seed. Psyllium is a grain grown in India that is used for its fiber content. A good intestinal cleanser and stool softener, it is one of the most popular fibers used. It thickens very quickly when mixed with liquid, and must be consumed immediately. Some doctors recommend Metamucil, which contains psyllium hydrophilic muciloid, as a laxative and fiber supplement. However, we prefer less processing and all-natural products.
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Herckleperckle
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11-20-2003
| Monday, January 30, 2006 - 7:38 pm
Source: Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 3rd Ed., by Phyllis A. Balch. Copyright: 2000 Cellulose Cellulose is an indigestible carbohydrate found in the outer layer of vegetables and fruits. It is good for hemorrhoids, varicose veins, colitis, and constipation, and for removal of cancer-causing substances from the colon wall. It is found in apples, beets, Brazil nuts, broccoli, carrots, celery, green beans, lima beans, pears, peas, and whole grains.
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Herckleperckle
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11-20-2003
| Monday, January 30, 2006 - 7:47 pm
Source: Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 3rd Ed., by Phyllis A. Balch. Copyright: 2000 Hemicellulose Hemicellulose is an indigestible complex carbohydrate that absorbs water. It is good for promoting weight loss, relieving constipation, preventing colon cancer and controlling carcinogens in the intestinal tract. Hemicellulose is found in apples, bananas, beans beets, cabbage, corn green leafy vegetables, pears, peppers, and whole grain cereals.
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Herckleperckle
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11-20-2003
| Monday, January 30, 2006 - 8:17 pm
Source: Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 3rd Ed., by Phyllis A. Balch. Copyright: 2000 Lignin This form of fiber is good for lowering cholesterol levels. It helps to prevent the formation of gallstones by binding with bile acids and removing cholesterol before stones can form. It is beneficial for persons with diabetes or colon cancer. Lignin is found in Brazil nuts, carrots, green beans, peaches, peas, potatoes, strawberries, tomatoes, and whole grains.
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Herckleperckle
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11-20-2003
| Monday, January 30, 2006 - 8:20 pm
Source: Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 3rd Ed., by Phyllis A. Balch. Copyright: 2000 Pectin Because it slows the absorption of food after meals, pectin is good for people with diabetes. It also removes unwanted metals and toxins, reduces the side effects of radiation therapy, helps lower cholesterol and reduces the risk of heart disease and gallstones. Pectin is found in apples, bananas, beets, cabbage, carrots, cirtrus fruits, dried peas, and okra.
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Herckleperckle
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11-20-2003
| Monday, January 30, 2006 - 8:30 pm
Source: Prescription for Nutritional Healing, 3rd Ed., by Phyllis A. Balch. Copyright: 2000 Combination Fiber Supplements There are many products available that combine two or more different types of fiber, or that combine fiber with other ingredients. Three products of this kind that we recommend are: Aerobic Bulk Cleanse(ABC) from Aerobic Life Industries. This product is an excellent source of fiber. It contains blond psyllium seed husks and the herbs licorice and hibiscus. This therapeutic drink aids in healing and cleansing the colon. It is excellent for diarrhea and constipation. Add it to a combination of one-half aloe vera juice and one-half fruit juice. Be sure to take this mixture on an empty stomach, first thing in the morning. Stir it well and drink it down quickly, before it thickens. Related products, also from Aerobic Life Industries, include 10-Day Colo Cleanse and 45-Day Cleanse for Colon, Blood and Lymph. Aerobic Colon Care from Aerobic Life Industries. The formula constains psyllium and oat bran, and provides approximately 3 grams of soluble fiber and 4 grams of insoluble fiber per serving. A.M./P.M. Ultimate Cleanse from Nature's Secret. This formula combines gums with cellulose, hemicellulose, pectin, and lignin, plus herbs that support and cleanse the blood and internal organs. It is a two-part system for stimulating and detoxifying the entire body.
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