The Encyclopedia of Healing FoodsFrom the bestselling authors of The Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine, the most comprehensive and practical guide available to the nutritional benefits and medicinal properties of virtually everything edible As countless studies have affirmed, diet plays a major role in both provoking and preventing a wide range of diseases. But just what is a healthy diet? What does the body need to stay strong and get well? In The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods, Michael T. Murray, N.D., and Joseph Pizzorno, N.D., two of the world¹s foremost authorities on nutrition and wellness, draw on an abundant harvest of research to present the best guide available to healthy eating. Make healthy eating a lifetime habit. Let The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods teach you how to:
Providing the best natural remedies for everyday aches and pains, as well as potent protection against serious diseases, The Encyclopedia of Healing Foods is a required daily health reference. |
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... Potassium 6,419 1,600–2,000 Sodium 182 500 Magnesium 1,323 350 Iron 38.5 10 Manganese 18.2 2.0–5.0 Copper 2.8 1.5–3.0 From: Milton, K., “Nutritional Characteristics of Wild Primate Food: Do the Diets of Our Closest Living Relatives Have ...
... Potassium 6,419 1,600–2,000 Sodium 182 500 Magnesium 1,323 350 Iron 38.5 10 Manganese 18.2 2.0–5.0 Copper 2.8 1.5–3.0 From: Milton, K., “Nutritional Characteristics of Wild Primate Food: Do the Diets of Our Closest Living Relatives Have ...
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... potassium intake high. 7. Drink a sufficient amount of water each day. 1. EAT A “RAINBOW” ASSORTMENT OF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES A diet rich in fruits and vegetables is your best bet for preventing virtually every chronic disease. This ...
... potassium intake high. 7. Drink a sufficient amount of water each day. 1. EAT A “RAINBOW” ASSORTMENT OF FRUITS AND VEGETABLES A diet rich in fruits and vegetables is your best bet for preventing virtually every chronic disease. This ...
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... POTASSIUM INTAKE HIGH The electrolytes—potassium, sodium, chloride, and magnesium—are mineral salts that can conduct electricity when dissolved in water. For optimal health, it's important for you to consume these nutrients in proper ...
... POTASSIUM INTAKE HIGH The electrolytes—potassium, sodium, chloride, and magnesium—are mineral salts that can conduct electricity when dissolved in water. For optimal health, it's important for you to consume these nutrients in proper ...
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... potassium chloride and taste very similar to sodium chloride. • Try flavoring foods with herbs, spices, and lemon ... potassium intake as well. Most Americans have a potassium-to-sodium (K:Na) ratio of less than 1:2. In other words, they ...
... potassium chloride and taste very similar to sodium chloride. • Try flavoring foods with herbs, spices, and lemon ... potassium intake as well. Most Americans have a potassium-to-sodium (K:Na) ratio of less than 1:2. In other words, they ...
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... potassium, as phytates. There is some concern that Ip6 can adversely affect the uptake and utilization of many minerals in the body, including calcium, iron, and zinc; however, this does not seem to be the case. Phytates are destroyed ...
... potassium, as phytates. There is some concern that Ip6 can adversely affect the uptake and utilization of many minerals in the body, including calcium, iron, and zinc; however, this does not seem to be the case. Phytates are destroyed ...
Contents
55 | |
Minerals | 115 |
9 | 136 |
Compendium of Healing Foods | 151 |
Food Prescriptions for Specific Diseases | 671 |
APPENDIXA Glycemic Index Carbohydrate Content | 767 |
Pesticide Content of Popular Fruits and Vegetables | 783 |
REFERENCES | 807 |
INDEX | 863 |
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