Foods That Heal: A Guide to Understanding and Using the Healing Powers of Natural Foods - Bernard Jensen

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The American Cancer Society recently recommended that Americans eat more fresh fruit and vegetables. Based upon the works of pioneering nutritionists, this well-researched, comprehensive guide reveals the restorative and healing properties of fruits and vegetables. A food analysis chart includes the length of time needed for digestion. Line drawings. 50 charts. nIn Foods That Heal, Dr. Bernard Jensen uses the teachings of Hippocrates and VG Rocine, as well as his own research and theories, to offer compelling evidence that what we ingest has a profound effect on our health and wellbeing. nPart One may change the way you look at your next meal. The section contains a host of helpful troubleshooting advice: health cocktails for common ailments, herbal teas, tonics, vitamin- and mineral-packed food combinations, and detailed data on the roles foods play in the optimum efficiency of specific bodily systems, functions, and overall health. n nPart Two provides an easy-to-understand guide to fruits and vegetables. Each listing in this section presents a history of use, a buyer's guide, therapeutic benefits, and nutrient information. n nPart three contains easy-to-prepare recipes utilizing the Foods That Heal. Each recipe makes use of the freshest and most natural ingredients - ingredients that are not processed or altered by chemical preservatives, food colorings, or additives. n nBoth those looking to improve their health and those interested in taking an active role in enhancing their overall wellbeing will find this book interesting, informative, and full of common-sense suggestions for attaining good health through proper nutrition.n