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Eating
For Health
`Our body is constantly exposed to a stream of substances which can lead to toxicity within it. Some of these, such as the pollutants we breathe and the herbicides and pesticides that lace many of the foods we eat, come from the outside. Others are the result of the metabolic and physiological processes that go on within our bodies every day. This toxic accumulation effectively poisons the body, and may give rise to a range of health issues. ’ (Dr. John Briffa, Ultimate Health, p.23)
In the light of the above statement we can appreciate that our bodies are under siege 24 hours a day - and we simply cannot afford to take this fact for granted. As such, we have to become proactive about our health – both in terms of educating ourselves, and in terms of practicing what we learn.
What can we do to limit our exposure to pollutants? What can we do to help our systems to eliminate unwanted substances from the body? What can we do to shield ourselves from the thousands of toxic chemicals in the atmosphere, in our water supply, in many of the foods that we eat, in certain cosmetics, and even in our medicines?
In these matters, education is invaluable. We cannot speak too highly of the free E-book at this link. The health books listed at this link also come with our highest recommendation.
The following table will give you a good idea as to what you should and you should not eat. Do not take this information lightly. Those who wish to keep their immune systems healthy cannot take the matter of diet for granted.
We do not expect anyone to make all of the necessary changes overnight, so you may treat the table below as your long term goal. If you want to know where to start, we suggest a three-step quick-start,
(1) use fructose or raw honey in place of sugar,
(2) use natural oils in place of common cooking oils and margarine (they are hydrogenated), and
(3) use whole grain products in place of refined foods.
By making these three substitutions you will be half way down the road to good health. Before you start, however, please read about the healing crisis.
| Disease Promoters | Health Promoters | ||
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Substance |
Caution/Watch For |
Substance |
Benefits |
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Flesh Foods |
Animal fat, lacks fiber, animal diseases, artificial preservatives |
Sunlight |
Healthy bones, organs & brain. Strong immune system. |
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Donuts, pastries |
White flour, fried, hydrogenated fats, sugar |
Water |
Essential solvent for nutrition, great cleanser |
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Cold drinks (Sodas Sweetened) |
Added sugars, acidic, |
Raw fruits (all kinds) |
High in vitamins, carbohydrates & fiber |
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Cold drinks (Diet Sodas) |
Chemical sweeteners |
Vegetables (all kinds) |
High in vitamins, fiber, & phytonutrients |
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Canned Soups |
MSG, high sodium, dead foods |
Berries (all kinds) |
High in antioxidants, healthy brain & heart |
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Flavored snacks & chips |
MSG, fried, hydrogenated fats |
Sprouts |
High in vitamins, fiber & phytonutrients |
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Fruit juices, fruit punches |
Ultra-high temperatures, artificial colors, pesticides, added sugars |
Soy, tofu, Soya milk |
High protein, antioxidants (must be sugar free) |
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Candy Bars, Granola Bars |
Sugar, hydrogenated fats, waste products (whey) |
Unhydrogenated oils, sesame, flax, olive, macadamia |
Healthy heart, circulation, brain and more. |
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Milk (homogenized) |
Homogenization causes high cholesterol |
Milk (un-homogenized) |
Only healthy cows make healthy milk |
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Yellow Cheeses |
Fermented, high in bacteria |
White cheeses |
Use in moderation |
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Battery Chicken eggs |
Sick chickens make sick eggs |
Eggs (Free-Range) |
Only eggs from healthy chickens are recommended |
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Crackers, cookies |
White flour, hydrogenated fat |
Seeds |
Healthy oils, high fiber, antioxidants |
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Breakfast cereals |
White flour, hydrogenated fats, sugar, preservatives |
Breakfast cereals |
Whole grains, natural fats fructose/honey, no preservatives |
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White rice, refined grains |
Lack fiber and nourishment |
Avocados |
Healthy oils, phytonutrients |
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Frozen fried foods |
Hydrogenated fats, MSG |
Nuts |
Antioxidants, healthy oils Essential fatty acids |
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White bread |
Refined grains, many chemicals, sugar |
Sea Vegetables |
Healthy immune function, minerals |
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Snack dips & sauces |
MSG, hydrogenated fats, sugar, vinegar |
Whole grains |
High fiber, healthy oils, vitamins plus plus |
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Margarine (shortening) & common cooking oils |
Hydrogenated fats |
Oat bran, wheat bran, rice bran |
High fiber |
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Salad dressings |
MSG, hydrogenated fats, sugar |
Micro algae, Spirulina, chlorella |
High protein, minerals, phytonutrients |
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Diet shakes |
Dead food, added sugars, chemical sweeteners |
Blackstrap molasses |
High vitamins, minerals |
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Energy drinks |
Sugar plus plus |
Wheat germ |
High in healthy oils |
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Adapted from the following sources: www.newstarget.com; www.grocerywarning.com; www.healthranger.org; www.healthseduction.com; www.keepwell.com; www.natureschoice.co.za |
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