CUCUMBERS
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• good for skin: helps reduce heat and inflammation (external)
• good for skin: helps reduce heat and inflammation (external)
• good for skin: diuretic, cooling and cleansing property (internal)
• a relief from heartburn, acid stomach, gastritis and even ulcer.
• eyepad: reduces tired eyes from puffiness, swelling (external).
• it's juice: helps eczema, arthritis and gout.
• beneficial for those suffering from lung, stomach and chest problems.
• it's potassium: helps with high and low blood pressure.
• Erepsin in cucumber: an enzyme that helps in protein digestion.
• it's juice: promotes hair growth, especially when it is added to the juice of carrot, lettuce and spinach.
• it's juice + carrot juice: good for rheumatic conditions caused by excessive uric acid in the body.
• helps with teeth & gums diseases, especially in cases of pyorrhea.
• prevents splitting of nails of the fingers and toes.
• containts healing properties in relation to diseases of the kidney, urinary bladder, liver and pancreas.
• raw/juiced: beneficial for those suffering from diabetes.
(Cucumber, radish and bitter gourd are beneficial in diabetes.)
(Cucumber, radish and bitter gourd are beneficial in diabetes.)
BEETROOT
• Cleansing agent for liver, spleen, kidney, gall bladder
• Lowers Blood Pressure
• Cardiovascular Disease Prevention
• Healthy Liver Function
• Cancer Prevention
• Purifies Blood
* Not for those with Kidney Stones
Benefits and Features of Beetroot. source from: http://fruitsnvegetables.com/beetroot.html
• Beetroot provides a good source of anthocyanadins, a natural antioxidant that contributes to its deep red colour
• Extract is a natural source of vitamins and minerals
• Beetroot is used traditionally as a blood building food
• Beetroot may aid the natural process of elimination and support detoxification processes
• Beetroot has liver, spleen, gall bladder and kidney cleansing properties
• Beetroot is particularly rich in Vitamin C, calcium, phosphorus and iron
• Each capsule provides approximately 1-2mg of elemental iron
• The iron contained in beetroot is organic and non-irritating and will not cause constipation
• Beetroot is useful in acidosis due to it being rich in alkaline elements
• Beetroot is useful in acidosis due to it being rich in alkaline elements
• Vacuum packed to enhance stability and shelf life
• Suitable for vegetarians and vegans
SHIITAKE
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• boosts immune function
• supports cardiovascular health
• lowers the risk of - or treating - cancer
• prevention of heart disease
• antioxidant
• AIDS
• treats nutritional deficiencies and liver ailments
* not for those with gout or kidney stones
During the Ming Dynasty, it's taken as a remedy for upper respiratory diseases, poor blood circulation, liver trouble, exhaustion and weakness, and to boost qi, or life energy. It was also believed to prevent premature aging. source from: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Shiitake
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