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Amazing Benefits Of Juicing Vegetables

Amazing benefits of drinking vegetable juices

The word “juices” brings before our eyes a glassful of orange juice, pineapple juice or carrot juice. But have you every thought of taking a glass of vegetable juice? If you have not yet started on this diet, you must read about the amazing powers of vegetable juicing.

Nature has offered man with fruits and vegetables that are packaged with the right nutrients that balance each other to give us amazing power of healing, repairing and cleansing the body. Fruits are full of vitamins and minerals but vegetables have something more especially the green vegetables and that is chlorophyll.

How do juices of green vegetables work?

Just as chlorophyll prepares food for plants, when juices are prepared from them, this protein compound acts as red blood cell builder. Researchers report that chlorophyll is like hemoglobin in our body and our body has the ability to convert it into hemoglobin and thereby enriches the blood. Green vegetables like spinach, kale etc contain potassium, iron, phosphorus and other nutrients also that makes you strong.

Since it is not always possible to consume the required amount of vegetables regularly, Extracting juices from vegetables is the appropriate way to fortify your self with the important elements required to fight diseases and cleanse toxins.

The benefits of juicing vegetables are innumerable. Here is a list of the benefits of drinking vegetable juices in the right quantity.

  1. Increase in hemoglobin count.
  2. Controls blood sugar problems.
  3. Detoxifies and cleanses.
  4. Relieves gastric ulcer and gastric related ailments.
  5. Great relief from sinus and asthma problems.
  6. Hastens healing of wounds.
  7. Inflammation pain is reduced.
  8. Improves liver functioning and reduces body odor.
  9. Great relief from hemorrhoid pain.
  10. Melts away toxins.

Valuable nutrients available in vegetable juices

When we extract the juices from vegetables, we are able to extract nearly all the effective nutrients stored in the fibers of the vegetables. Green juices are full of enzymes, magnesium, potassium, sodium, and iron, pro-Vitamin A, vitamin B-Complex and Vitamins C, E, K.

You can try out the juices of celery, cucumber, lettuce, spinach and the richest greens like alfalfa, barley grass, wheat grass and spirulina. The uniqueness of vegetable juices lies in the fact that it assimilates very quickly and is absorbed by the cells without disturbing the digestive system. So include a glass of vegetable juice of any variety like carrot juice, or spinach juice, anything in your regular diet and enjoy the rejuvenated life that will always be ready to accept all challenges.

Carbaholics Anonymous was started because of vegetable juicing. My son and I watched a movie called “Fat, Sick and nearly Dead” by Joe Cross.  It changed our lives and we hope it might change yours.  Rent a copy and be inspired, trust me, you will be inspired.  My son, Kevin, has been in touch with Joe.  Hopefully, we may meet him, if he comes back to America to shoot his sequel movie.

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Great Low Carb Recipes For Diabetics

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Diabetes is a deadly disease and leads to some of the worst of health problems like cardiac attacks etc. So an individual who is suffering from diabetes must be cautious as soon as the problem of blood sugar is detected. The most important measure that one should take is to maintain a low-carb diet. It provides the required proteins while cutting down the carbohydrate intake that is harmful for a diabetic.

But that does not mean that a diabetic will eat nothing tasty or any desserts. There are various tasty Great Low Carb Recipes for diabetics that you can cook and serve such a patient without his realizing that it is especially prepared for him with all the goodness of rich proteins, low-carbs and 0% sugar. If you are wondering what to serve a guest for dinner who is a diabetic, try out this delicious chicken recipe and win his endless compliments.

Chicken is a low-fat protein that can be taken by everyone without the fear of increasing blood sugar levels or growing fat. Check out this recipe:

Chicken Broccoli Frittata

The ingredients required for cooking this delicious chicken that is full of appetizing flavors and healthy vegetables are:

  • Chopped broccoli flowerets that are fresh and green.
  • Cooked chicken  breast cut into small pieces.
  • Chopped tomatoes
  • Chopped onions.
  • Dried tarragon leaves.
  • Original Lite margarine that is very low in fat contents.
  • Original Egg beaters that come from real egg product.

Cooking directions:

Use an oven=proof non-stick skillet to prepare this yummy chicken platter. One teaspoon of Lite margarine on the skillet and put it on low fire. When the margarine melts, put in all the vegetables and chicken pieces that are ready and chopped. Sauté on medium heat till the broccoli is tender and crispy.  Add chopped tomatoes and salt and pepper to taste.  Add Tabasco for a more robust frittata.

Next lower the flame and pour the Egg Beaters evenly over the ingredients that are being cooked in the skillet.  Cook for about 5 or 7 minutes more till the bottom is cooked and the top settles down evenly. Place skillet under pre-heated broiler for about 2 minutes or till golden brown.

Now slide the cooked chicken on a serving dish and your Chicken Broccoli Frittata is ready to serve.

This healthy delight contains about 24gm protein and only 7gm carbohydrate and so can be taken safely by all diabetics.  Most people are health conscious today and even if you are not a diabetic, it is very important to count your calories.  Follow the low-carb diet charts and prepare amazing delicacies by following the low-carb diabetic recipes that will help you stay healthy and fight diabetes.

Carbaholics Anonymous wants to thank John Ryer for requesting information on Low Carb Diabetic Recipes.  We hope you like the information we provided for you on Low Carb Recipes.  Carbaholics Anonymous is trying to get to everyone emails in a timley manner.  We ask that everyone be patient, and Carbaholics Anonymous will get to everyones emails.  If you would like to see a article like Great Low Carb Recipes For Diabetics, just email us, or send in a request and we will get to it.  God Bless

Baby Boomer Health Issues

Baby boomer health issues

Wikipedia defines Baby Boomers as those people born between 1946 and 1964.  Seventy-six million American children were born between 1945 and 1964, representing a generation that is significant on account of its size alone.The remaining portion of these 76,000,000 have or will be reaching retirement age.  According to the Press:  70 is the new 65.

So many of these Baby Boomers are now concerned about the economy, cost of health care and their personal health and well-being.  These are all important concerns .  Here at CarbaholicsAnonymous, our focus is on personal health and well-being. Through this article, baby boomer health issues are the main concern for us to discuss.

We grew up in the times of TV, drive-in restaurants, and fast foods.  We felt immortal.  We smoked.  We drank alcohol(sometimes to excess).  We did whatever we wanted with no binds on us.  Now, 50 or 60 years later, we come to the realization, it is time to make some big changes in our daily life.  The good news is that it is not too late to make those big changes.

I was born in 1941, so I am a pre-baby boomer.  2012 was a tough year for me, health wise.  Prostate and Bladder surgery, COPD and a mild heart attack.  I am doing great and thankful for all my blessings.  I had smoked for 57 years, which has been the cause of most of my health issues.  So, I have some practical knowledge of these health problems.

First and foremost.  If you smoke, do whatever is necessary to quit smoking.  It should be your most important priority.  This one step will add years to your life.  And that’s what Carbaholics Anonymous is all about, adding years of good health to your life.  One good way is to contact the nearest “Smokeline”.  They will send you smoke cessation aids.

Next, but just as important as quitting smoking, is a healthy diet.  Check through this site and see plenty of information about nutrition and diet planning.  I recommend an app you can download to your computer that will be a tremendous help in diet planning.  It is the “Bing health and Fitness” application and “Healthvault”.  They are both free.  They are amazing tools to assist in weight-loss programs.

Again Carbaholics Anonymous wants to thank everyone for writing in and requesting us to write about certain topics.  As you all know we are all Carbaholics, and we are trying to win the fight against obesity, and diabetes.  Please help Carbaholics Anonymous become the best free informative website out there.  God bless.. –

Six Anti-Cancer Superfoods

6 Anti-Cancer Super Foods

Summertime is a wonderful season to get all of the wonderful fruits and vegetables, we love so much.  And all of these fruits and vegetables are foods to make us healthier.  But some are better than others.  Here is CarbaholicsAnonymous top six picks of anti-cancer superfoods.

1.  Green beans.

No matter which variety, they all one thing in common.  Green beans help to prevent diabetes, stroke and heart disease.  They also reduce the risk of blood clotting in the cardiovascular system and the brain,..Green beans are rich in calcium, fiber and iron and minerals like silicon and manganese.

2.  Avocados.

Avocados contain healthy mono-unsaturated oils. Good fats.  Avocados raise good cholesterol, while lowering bad cholesterol and strengthening artery walls.  Avocados have proven results in reducing stroke and heart attack.   Doctors recommend adding avocados to your diet plans in place of butter.

3.  Tomatoes

There are so many good things to say about tomatoes.  They are a powerhouse food loaded with a high concentration of the antioxidant lycopene.  They have the potential of reducing the risk of prostate, breast, colon, lung and other forms of cancer.

4.  Berries

You have your choice of many berries and all have antioxidants the build your immune system.  Blueberries have been shown to lower cholesterol, prevent heart disease and diabetes.

5.  Grapes.

Grapes are filled with compounds that fight cancer and help reduce most age-related diseases.  Red grapes produce resveratrol, which is shown to treat and/or prevent breast cancer.

6.  Mangoes.

Everyone thinks of mangoes as this exotic fruit, that is hard to open and eat.  Not true.  Mangoes contain lots of vitamins and minerals and a long list of phytochemicals.  But best of all, mangoes contain enzymes and fiber to aid in digestion.

Cabaholics Anonymous appreciates any comments and suggestions you may have.

Low Carb, Herb Crusted Salmon Recipe

Herb Crusted Salmon Recipe

Low Carb Salmon Dinner

Prep time 5 mins Cook time 15 mins Total time 20 mins

Serves: 2
Ingredients
For the salmon
2 salmon fillets (6oz each)
1 heaping tablespoon coconut flour
2 tablespoons fresh parsley (or dried, if you have on hand)
1 tablespoon olive oil
1 tablespoon dijon mustard
salt and pepper, to taste
For the salad
2 cups arugula
¼ red onion, sliced thin
juice of 1 lemon
1 tablespoon white wine vinegar
1 tablespoon olive oil
salt and pepper, to taste
Instructions
Preheat oven to 450 degrees.

Place salmon fillets on a parchment or foil lined baking sheet.
Top your salmon off with olive oil and dijon mustard and rub into your salmon.
In a small bowl, mix together your coconut flour, parsley, and salt and pepper.
Use a spoon to sprinkle on your toppings on your salmon and then your hand to pat into your salmon.
Place in oven for 10-15 minutes or until salmon is cooked to your preference. I cooked mine more on the medium rare side at 12 minutes.
While the salmon is cooking, mix together your salad ingredients.
When salmon is done, place salmon on top of salad and consume.

Thank you all for checkingout herb crusted salmon recipe at Carbaholics Anonymous website.  We are trying to help fight obesity, and diabites.