Chad M. asked:


There was a time when farming was the way of life in almost every country around the world. The animals and crops that are raised on farms provide us with the food we eat, we cannot live on without it. We also get other materials from farms like cotton, wool, etc. Farming is still the most substantial occupation in the world even though the number of families who farm for a living is steadily decreasing.

Coupled with the beginning of scientific farming methods and labor saving machinery, farming has become a lot more productive than it used to be before. There’s an exponential growth in the yields of some major crops because of the development of better plant varieties and fertilizers. Animal waste has also elevated largely because of caring for them and breeding them in larger quantities. The use of tractors and other modern farm implements has, however, lessened the need for farm labor.

The single most notable factor that affects the quality of the grain, hay and silage on a farm is moisture, according to professionals in farming. As a result of this, moisture management is a continuous process. This is done by hay moisture testers, which speedily and accurately measure the moisture in the field, bin or storage.

Killing the weeds Without killing the crop!

The health of the crops has to be protected from weeds and bugs. Many herbicides and pesticides are available to do this. Among these, the Crossbow herbicide is an great product that kills woody brush like blackberry plants; scotch brook and the poison oak. It is the triclopyr ingredient in the herbicide that makes it so effective.

The grass remains unhurt and only the blackberry plants are killed by the Crossbow herbicide. However, it is a swell idea to keep the blackberry plants and spray the herbicide because there will be enough leaf area for herbicide absorption. This will take in enough to kill the root. The best time to spray this chemical is late spring since this is when the plant stems appear fully extended.

Crossbow herbicide is oil based which could be undesirable, particularly during warm weather, which causes the herbicide to vaporize and settle on the neighboring plants. One way to get around this is to apply it on a cloudy day to prevent the sensitive plants in the vicinity from overspray.

Buy flax seed, because they are good for you.

It is a good idea to buy flax seeds from a farm since they are fresh. From a health point of view, flax seeds and oil of the flax plant are greatly desired. They are rich in Alpha-Linolenic Acid (ALA) belonging to the group of substances called Omega-3 fatty acids, which are essential to protect from heart disease. Flaxseed oil is wonderful for the heart because it is the richest source of ALA. It can also protect against certain cancers in the ground or whole form because of the lignans available in it.

Thanks for reading this article today; I trust it has been informing to you in some way or another.



Anita

Janet Simpson asked:


Information of Eczema – Here is some very important information on eczema. You need to include omega 3 and omega 6 in your diet on a regular basis. Your body cannot manufacture the omegas and so it is vitally important for the healing and health of your eczema skin that you include these omegas.

Omega 3 and omega 6 are contained in essential fatty acids. Foods that contain essential fatty acids include Extra Virgin Olive Oil, Avocados, Flax Seed/Oil and Hemp Seed/Oil.

So why should you include essential fatty acids in your diet:

Information on Eczema – Why You Should Eat EFAs

#1 – EFAs are effective at lifting depression, elevating moods and suppressing hunger pangs.

#2 – EFAs transport toxins and pollutants from the body. Toxins such as pesticides, PCBs and chlorinated hydrocarbons are ever present within your body. EFAs help eliminate them efficiently.

Efficient elimination of toxins are essential for eczematous skin.

#3 – EFAs help to improve the immune system. The stronger your immune system the more efficient it will be at eliminating eczema, allergies and other skin diseases.

#4 – EFAs improve the digestive system’s ability to absorb nutrients from the foods you eat.

#5 – EFAs create velvety soft skin. EFA work from the inside out lubricating, healing and giving relief to eczema, psoriasis and other skin conditions.

If you seriously want to eliminate your eczema or improve the healing capability of your skin you need to include EFAs on a regular basis.

EFAs will help you skin to heal more efficiently. EFAs will help your body to feel smooth and velvety, improve the healing rate and smooth the annoying itching.



Adam

Charles Stewart Richey asked:


We’ve all seen those funny little clay animals that sprout hair when watered. They are covered in chia seed. They have been around for years and have become an American tradition. Who would have thought that those same tiny seeds would now be considered an important source of nutrition?

Chia comes from the Aztec word, “chian”, which means oily. It is high in omega-3 fatty acid; in fact it has more than any other grain – even more than flax seed. It has the perfect omega-3 to omega-6 ratio. This unsaturated fatty acid is essential for most successful functions of the body.

Since 2,500 B.C. chia seed have been used as human food. Known as “the running food”, these seeds were cultivated by the ancient Mayans and Aztecs. We are just now beginning to discover the importance of this grain.

Chia is loaded with calcium, boron and other necessary minerals; antioxidants, vitamins and fiber. It is a complete source of protein, with all the amino acids in perfect balance. It is indeed the perfect food. The ancient Aztecs valued chia to the extent that it was traded as currency. In those times anything which could increase endurance and control the appetite, was considered invaluable. It enabled them to sustain themselves on long hunting expeditions and war raids.

Chia seed has the ability to absorb approximately 12 times its weight in liquid. Because of this factor, it is a dieter’s dream come true. If made into what is called “chia gel”, it becomes a nutritious drink that fills you up, thus decreasing the appetite. To make this gel, simply add 1/3 cup chia seed to two cups of water. Stir well, breaking up any clumps and store in the refrigerator for twelve hours before drinking. You can store it there for at least two weeks. I make mine in a glass bottle with a tight fitting lid.

Drinking a third cup of chia gel at the onset of acid reflux can eliminate it for many people. Try drinking that much three times a day. It might prevent acid reflux from occurring at all. I know of people who swallow a teaspoon of raw seeds if they experience acid reflux. The seeds absorb the acid just as they do water. Of course you wouldn’t want to ingest too much raw seed at a time unless you have a tremendous amount of acid… it might absorb your stomach. It is best to be conservative and find out what is effective for you.

Chia has other beneficial qualities, as well. It has a neutral taste. It is very easily digested and assimilated. It is soothing to the stomach and esophagus and it has healing properties. Like slippery elm, it is rich in mucilloid soluble fiber, thus allowing it to quell the burning pain of acid reflux in the esophagus and stomach. In ancient times the Indians used it to prevent infection and accelerate healing time, by packing the seed into open wounds.

Chia gel can be incorporated into many other foods without diluting flavor, while displacing fat and calories. It works brilliantly to enhance flavor while replacing fat. For these reasons, chia gel should be an important, if not vital, part of the acid reflux diet.

For breakfast it can be mixed with hot oatmeal, pancakes, and biscuits dough. It’s delicious mixed into scrambled eggs. Ground chia seed can be used in baking bread or as a simple topping on many dishes. Use chia seed gel in yogurt, jams and jellies. Its great mixed into polenta, grits, smoothies and milk shakes. Try it in you favorite blended health mix drink.

Chia gel can be added to soups, salad dressings and even the stuffing that you put in a chicken. The possibilities are practically endless. Try introducing ¼ cup of chia gel into your favorite potato salad recipe, reducing the mayonnaise, in like. It can be used in many baking recipes as a substitution for fat.

Put it the kid’s food. They will never know the difference, as it actually enhances the flavor of food. They will love it! Feed it to your dogs. I put it in my fourteen year old Jack Russell Terrier’s food every day. Not only does he have better digestion and energy, he has better bowel movements. By the way, the F.D.A considers chia a food with an established history of safe consumption.

Chia gel slows the release of carbohydrates and their conversion to glucose (blood sugar). So, besides controlling acid reflux, loosing weight, increasing endurance, chia has the added benefit of reducing blood sugar and hypertension. Because of its high unsaturated fatty acid content, it can even help with prostate problems. I do not think anyone could go wrong by making chia seed a part of their every day life. Because of its incredible health-giving aspects, chia seed is the perfect food for everyone. It is certainly a Godsend for the acid reflux sufferer, in so many ways.

So try chia seed now. You have nothing to loose but a little weight. You could improve your digestion and overall health. It’s certainly worth a try.

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Randall

Janet Simpson asked:


Here is some useful information. How would you like to change your diet for a period of ten days to create beautiful, smooth healthy skin?

The basis of the plan is to introduce a large amount of quality nutrients into your diet so that you can transform the way your skin feels and looks.

Each piece of food that you eat will detoxify your body and rebuild your biochemical and energetic metabolism.

The natural unprocessed foods will supply every single cell in your body with phytochemicals which have the ability to rejuvenate and cleanse your skin.

Raw fruits and vegetables, whole grains and super green foods are excellent at rebuilding the body and strengthening the immune system.

The foods you will eat are also rich in anti-cancer compounds and anti-oxidants too.

If you take in on the inside good, wholesome, quality food it will be reflected on the outside. You will gain gorgeous, smooth, clear skin.

The basics of “The 10 Day Raw Plan” are:

Dry Skin Rash Diet – Tip #1

First thing in the morning you drink a large glass of raw fruit and/or vegetable juice. You should also add an element of green food such as spinach, green cabbage or spirulina.

Dry Skin Rash Diet – Tip #2

The second meal of the day is a large raw, organic salad which contains many difference vegetables. There should be at least 7 different types of food. Serve your salad with two teaspoons mix of sesame, pumpkin and sunflower seeds and prepare a dressing of olive oil and lemon juice.

Here are some vegetables for you to choose from: collards, lettuce, cabbage, spinach, watercress, kale, rocket, radicchio, fennel, carrots chard, turnips, parsnips, radishes, beetroot, celery, yams, sweet potatoes, cauliflower and swedes.

Dry Skin Rash Diet – Tip #3

The last main meal of the day is made up of some grain and vegetables. You can prepare some brown rice and steam vegetables. Or you can stir fry the vegetables.

Or as an alternative you can prepare some lentil or split peas soup and eat with some rye bread.



Dora

peterhutch asked:


Pneumonia usually starts when you breathe the germs into your lungs. You may be more likely to get the disease after having a cold or the flu. These illnesses make it hard for your lungs to fight infection, so it is easier to get pneumonia. Having a long-term, or chronic, disease like asthma, heart disease, cancer, or diabetes also makes you more likely to get pneumonia.

Pneumonia is a general term which refers to an infection of the lungs, that can be due to variety of microorganisms, such as viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites. Pneumonia invades your lungs in two ways. Lobar pneumonia affects a portion (lobe) of a lung.

Bronchial pneumonia (or bronchopneumonia) infleunces patches throughout both lungs. Presently, over 3 million people develop pneumonia each year in the United States. There are various kinds of pneumonia ranging in seriousness from mild to life-threatening.

During the early acute stage of pneumonia, a tea made from fenugreek seeds will help the body to produce perspiration, dispel toxicity, and shorten the period of fever. Upto four cups of the tea can be taken daily. The quantity can be reduced as the condition improves. To improve the flavour of the tea, a few drops of lemon juice may be added. During this treatment, no other food or nourishment should be taken, as fasting and fenugreek will allow the body to correct these respiratory problems in a few days.

Some cases of pneumonia are contracted by breathing in small droplets that contain the organisms that can cause pneumonia. These droplets get into the air when a person infected with these germs coughs or sneezes. In other cases, pneumonia is caused when bacteria or viruses that are normally present in the mouth, throat, or nose inadvertently enter the lung.

Preventing pneumonia is always better than treating it. The best preventive measures include washing your hands frequently, not smoking, and wearing a mask when cleaning dusty or moldy areas. There is a vaccine for pneumococcal pneumonia, a bacterial infection which accounts for up to a quarter of all pneumonias.

Sesame seeds can also act as a good herbal treatment for pneumonia. Take out an extract of sesame seeds, by steeping 15 gm of seeds in 250 ml of water. A mixture of this extract, a tablespoon of linseed, a pinch of common salt and a dessertspoon of honey, can be given to the suffering patient everyday. This will help him in treating pneumonia fast.

Garlic is an effective home remedy for Pneumonia. It helps in bringing down the temperature. You can even apply some garlic paste on the patient’s chest.

Take about 5-6 tulsi leaves and extract its juice. Now mix this juice with a few grind grains of black pepper at every six hours interval. This will help you cure pneumonia fast.

If the above two treatments are combined and used on a person, then it could work wonders. It will produce enough heat in the body to make the person sweat. With this sweat all the effect of cold inside the body shall vanish and the patient will be cured within days.



Vanessa

peterhutch asked:


Ulcerative colitis is a disease that causes inflammation and sores, called ulcers, in the lining of the rectum and colon. Ulcers form where inflammation has killed the cells that usually line the colon, then bleed and produce pus. Inflammation in the colon also causes the colon to empty frequently, causing diarrhea.

Colitis usually begins in the lower part of the colon and spreads upwards. The first symptom of the trouble is an increased urgency to move the bowel, followed by cramping pains in the abdomen and, sometimes, bloody mucus in the stools. As the disease spreads upward, the stools become watery and more frequent and are characterised by rectal straining. The loss of blood and fluid from the bowels results in weakness, fever, nausea, vomiting, loss of appetite, and anaemia.

Mesalamine (Asacol, Rowasa) and olsalazine (Dipentum). These medications tend to have fewer side effects than sulfasalazine has. You take them in tablet form or use them rectally in the form of ****** or suppositories, depending on the area of your colon affected by ulcerative colitis. Mesalamine ****** can relieve signs and symptoms in more than 80 percent of people with ulcerative colitis in the lower left side of their colon and rectum. Olsalazine may cause or worsen existing diarrhea in some people.

The primary goal of treating ulcerative colitis is to reduce the inflammation that triggers symptoms. In many cases, medication can control symptoms, but surgery may be required when medical therapy fails or if signs of colon cancer develop. Ulcerative colitis can be cured by removal of the entire colon. Treatment depends on the location and severity of the disease, the presence of complications and the patient’s response to medications.

Cholestyramine (Questran), an agent that binds bile salts, helps to manage diarrhea associated with Crohn disease, particularly in people who have had part of their small intestine removed. Bentyl may relieve intestinal spasms.

Doctors will usually try to put you on a low-fiber diet. The exact opposite is required to cure yourself of colitis. Doctors will try to keep your colitis going so that they can continue to keep you on the drugs and steroids, and possibly end up hospitalizing you, or killing you, which makes a killing for them. Steroids may decrease inflammation, but they also decrease your ability to fight infections and can possibly take such a toll on your immune system that you become dangerously ill or even die.

Balanced diet is a must to keep your body fit and healthy. Patient suffering from colitis should take food rich in green leafy vegetables like cabbage, carrot, etc. There diet should also include fruits like papaya, apple, and banana. However, citrus fruits like orange should be strictly avoided. Patients are kept juice diet, in which they can only take freshly prepared juice 3-4 times a day. This continues for 8-9 days, after that they can be given balanced diet, including whole wheat grain, etc. Junk foods, sweets, chocolates, hard and soft drink should be strictly avoided.

After the juice fast, ,the patient should gradually adopt a diet of small, frequent meals of soft cooked or steamed vegetables, rice, and well-ripened fruits like banana, papaya, yoghurt and home-made cottage cheese. Sprouted seeds and grains, whole wheat bread and raw vegetables may be added gradually to this diet after about 10 days. Tender coconut water is highly beneficial as it is soothing to the soft mucosa of the colon. Cooked apple also aids the healing of ulcerative conditions because of its ample concentration of iron and phosphorus. All foods must be eaten slowly and chewed thoroughly.



Jacob