Weight Gain vs Cancer Risk
Research from the UK shows that maintaining a healthy weight may  decrease a person’s risk of developing up to a dozen different types of  cancer by very significant margins. The study’s lead author is Dr.  Andrew Renehan, senior lecturer at the School of Cancer Studies at the  University of Manchester. The findings were published in the February, 2008, issue of the prestigious UK medical  journal, The Lancet.

The researchers analyzed data from 141 previous studies with  information on over 280,000 people who were followed for up to 15 years. This approach expanded the research to more types of cancers and more  diverse populations than researchers had ever looked at before.  Researchers have long suspected a link between weight gain and certain  cancers, including colon and breast cancers. But the new study suggests  it could also increase the risk for cancer of the esophagus, thyroid, kidney, uterus and gall bladder, among others.

The study results show that in men, an average weight gain of 33 pounds increased the risk of esophageal cancer by 52%, thyroid  cancer by 33%, and colon and kidney cancers each by 24%. In women, a  weight gain of 29 pounds increased the risk of cancer in the uterus and  gall bladder by nearly 60%, esophagus by 51% and kidney by 34%.

“This study provides a lot of circumstantial evidence about  the dangers of obesity,” said Dr. David Robbins, a gastroenterologist at Beth Israel Medical Center in New York, who was not involved in the  study. “It also highlights the cancer crisis we face as obesity rates  increase worldwide.”

“One of the hypotheses is that the presence of excess fat  cells could affect the levels of hormones in your body,” Renehan said.  “At a cellular level, that may favor the development of tumors in  humans.”

“The simple message is that, if you manage to keep a healthy  body weight, you will have a lower risk of developing cancer,” said Ed  Yong, of Cancer Research United Kingdom.

If you would like to lose weight once and for all “the first step is understanding the true cause of an overweight condition - and  the many myths about weight loss that are so prevalent today.

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A Journey That Will Please You!
The Liquithon is a journey that will please you. Each day you will visit  each of the seven body systems where your Liquithon experience will not  only cleanse, but will also revitalize, nourish, and pamper every place in your “house” that so needs and deserves the attention.  Let’s take an abbreviated look at what the Liquithon entails.

The Liquithon consists of seven farinas. That is seven  liquefied meals that you simply stir up in a glass of water and enjoy.  Of course you may vary the mixing of these with juices, but they taste  so wonderful on their own. Also, the closer you stick to the recommended use, the greater your results will be. Just think, in only two weeks of pleasurable discipline you could be healthier, more radiant and happier than you have been in a long time. If you feel and look great already, you can only improve. And get this, you will save money and  time from both budgets as you “Nourish Till You Flourish.”

Briefly, the farinas are as follows :

#1 AmpliPhi, the red farina , affects the circulatory system, heart, and helps to move around so many necessary nutrients. You will  find this farina particularly uplifting and stimulating.

#2 BeautiPhi, the orange farina , affects the endocrine  system and what is often referred to as the qi. This is so important to  all of us for strength, cleansing and balance. You’ll find your attitude improve and you’ll experience a lightness of body and spirit.

#3 ClariPhi, the yellow farina, works strongly with the  liver, solar plexus, and of course the nervous system. This farina seems to aid in concentration and focus as well as the ability to take in  more easily your environment.

#4 DetoxiPhi, the green farina, is really the king pin of  clean’s’ing. This is the meal that moves the stuff on out. Drink it cold or room temperature and enjoy the benefits of a clean colon. You will  also find yourself moving more easily and find walking and exercise to  be more enjoyable.

#5 ElectriPhi, the blue farina, really wakes you up in the  morning. What an exciting way to introduce your taste buds to the new  day. ElectriPhi makes your bones happy to be out of bed and ready for a  morning walk. This one will make you smile.

#6 FructiPhi, the indigo farina, allows you to breathe more  easily. Feel the energy of this farina’s ability to help your  respiratory system breathe in the good and expel  the used. As refreshing as an Appalachian lavender sunset.

#7 Gloriphi, the violet or purple farina, unchains the brain  and increases the flow of all things in the ever so important lymphatic  system. This one works great, and tastes great. Kids love this farina  and it is so wonderful for them.

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Healthy Snacks For Kids

These days it is so easy to hand our kids a pre-packaged  convenience item to munch while we race to get to the next meeting or  practice that we are already 10 minutes late for. Parents, we are not  doing our kids, or ourselves, any favors by letting them suck down  sugary drinks and nutritionally void snacks in the backseat of our cars. Taking just a little time, when we have the time, to prepare healthy  snacks for kids will have them feeling and performing better throughout  the day’s long schedule.

Good quality cheese sticks are just as easy to reach for as  those neon colored "fruit" snacks. Delicious and full of protein, your  kid will be satisfied and energized until dinner. Peanut butter is  another high protein, kid friendly snack. Spread atop a rice cake or  used as a dip for apple slices, peanut butter can be a versatile and  tasty mini-meal-on-the-go. Choose a sugar free, natural peanut butter to alleviate any worries about unnecessary additives.

Mix up a batch of “sneaky” muffins to have ready during the  week. Throwing a few extra fruits or veggies into a batter for banana or zucchini bread will make a nutritional difference, but nobody but you  will be the wiser. Whole grain cereals are also a great, convenient  choice. In a pinch, fill up a ziploc bag with dry cereal for munching on in the car. At home, try mixing it with yogurt and fruit to create an  easy parfait. Tubes of yogurt can also be frozen into healthy snacks for kids and used to replace those syrupy popsicles and  chemical laden ice-cream treats.

Hummus may not sound like a kid-friendly food, but it is a  fun and excellent dip for chips (try making your own sweet potato chips  with olive oil and sea salt) or veggie sticks. Hummus is also a great  source of vitamins and iron and can serve as a sandwich spread in place  of mayonnaise.

Include your children while making new snacks. Let them use  their imaginations and get creative! If things get messy in the kitchen, don't worry! Kids can have as much fun cleaning up as they have  cooking. Kids are more likely to try a new food when they are proud of  preparing it with you. Equipped with healthy snacks for kids, we are  better prepared to lead our children towards healthy habits for life.

Phi Variety Pack
The Wholefood Farmacy offers many delicious and healthy treats that are  sure to please! The Phi Variety Pack is a total of 20 individually  packaged 2 oz. sample baggies of our four most popular Phi's! You will  receive 5 bags of each of the following: Phi Plus, TropiPhi, Cranberry Phi, and  Apple Cinnamon Phi. These convenient sample bags are great for hiking  trips, to keep in your purse or suitcase for a snack, and for days when  you are on the run. The Phi Variety Pack is also a wonderful way to  share the taste of Phi's with others. The Phi Variety Pack is a favorite among kids! Let the taste speaks for itself!

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Carrots Raise Nutritional Benefits
All our lives we've been told to eat our carrots, they help improve your  eyesight. Maybe you've wondered - what exactly is it about the carrot  that is good for my eyes? That would be the beta-carotene. In addition to giving the carrot its name and orange color, it also  converts to vitamin A in the body which helps improve vision. The  vitamin A forms a purple pigment called rhodopsin the eye needs to see  in dim light. Rhodopsin production is spurred by vitamin A, raising the  effectiveness of the light-sensitive area of the retina.

But that's not all that carrots can do for you. The  beta-carotene in carrots is an antioxidant combating the free radicals  that contribute to conditions like cancer, heart disease, and macular  degeneration. Medical studies conducted in Texas and Chicago indicates  that men with the high levels of beta-carotene and vitamin C had a 37%  lower risk of cancer than the men with lower levels. Carrots also  contain another antioxidant called alpha-carotene. A study conducted in Bethesda , MD concluded that men who consume high amounts of alpha  carotene have a lower incidence of lung cancer.

Cooking carrots actually raises the nutritional benefits. The fiber in carrots can trap the beta carotene, making it difficult for  your body to extract. By cooking them slightly, you free the  beta-carotene, from the fiber, which allows your body to absorb it  better. Eating only a half-cup serving per day will give you more than  the recommended dosage of beta-carotene. Remember, when you buy carrots  raw at the store, you should cut off the leafy tops before storing for maximum vitamin retention. Getting your carrot-a-day is easy,  considering the vegetable's versatility and “blendability”. Carrots can  subtlety enhance but don't overwhelm. Here are a few ways to put more  carrot power on your table.

Cook grated carrots with beans, split peas, lentils, rice, or pastas. Carrots are great in stuffing. Try them roasted - split large  carrots lengthways and brush with a little olive oil then put on a  roasting tray in a 400 degree (F) oven for about 45 minutes until tender and browned. Try roasted carrots, potato, sweet potato and pumpkin  served with steamed green vegetables and a nice sauce.

Toss grated carrot with potatoes for hash browns. (Toss in grated zucchini and minced onion, too.)

Add to sauces, white or red. Grated carrots give body and  impart subtle flavor, and they fit any tomato or creamy soup, sauce, or  casserole.

Mix finely-ground carrots into peanut butter for a new kind  of healthy crunch. (If you want to make a really GOOD Peanut Butter  & carrot sandwich, add a few slices of banana.)

Hot & Cold Salads: Sauté onions, green peppers, and  grated or finely sliced carrots. Remove from heat and pour your  preferred salad vinegar over hot veggies. (It will hiss and steam.)  While hot, add to chilled salad greens. Toss and serve.

Herb and Vegetable Bread or Biscuits: To your regular dough,  add finely grated carrots; minced onion (dried flakes or fresh green);  parsley; garlic powder; sprinkle of basil and pinch of oregano or sage.  Top it all off with some dried or pesto tomatoes and a few hearty shakes of parmesan cheese.

Is Coffee good for you?

For many people coffee is a vital part of their daily routine. It wakes them up in the morning and finishes off a meal. Freshly made coffee both tastes and smells good. But could a coffee habit also have some health benefits as well? Recent research seems to suggest that it does.

Research seems to indicate that regular coffee drinkers have a reduced risk of a number of different diseases. These include type 2 diabetes, Parkinson`s disease, dementia, certain types of cancer including colon cancer and strokes. The exact links have not yet been established and it is not clear exactly what in coffee reduces the risks. Indeed in some cases the evidence is circumstantial. In studies it appeared that coffee drinkers had a reduced risk of getting the above diseases than non-coffee drinkers. However there could be other dietary factors at work as well.

The exciting part for confirmed coffee drinkers is that it appears that the higher the caffeine intake the better the health benefits. This includes the amount of coffee drunk - in most cases the health benefits noted were for people who drunk more than four cups of coffee a day. It also includes the strength of the coffee. The health benefits of caffeine also seem to be confined to coffee drinkers alone. Other drinks which include caffeine such as tea and sodas did not result in the improved health benefits. It was also noted that decaffeinated coffee did not have the same health benefits.

However although the strength of the caffeine is related to health benefits, coffee drinkers should beware. Too much strong coffee can also carry risks. Everybody has a different tolerance level to caffeine. If you drink too much for your own individual tolerance level then it can cause jitters, an increased heart rate and nervousness. It can also lead to higher cholesterol.

It seems therefore that coffee drinkers can enjoy their daily fix - whether it is first thing in the morning or an espresso after dinner secure in the knowledge that it is probably doing their health more good than harm. It also seems that the better the coffee, the better the health benefits as the caffeine levels are higher. This suggests using the highest quality fresh coffee beans that you can get or afford. Something a confirmed coffee drinker would do or recommend anyway as it definitely tastes much better. However it is always nice to have ones views and preferences backed up by medical research and findings. So continue to enjoy that morning cup of coffee or two, secure in the knowledge that it is probably reducing your risk of getting several serious conditions.