Food as Medicine
The rates of obesity and chronic diseases have increased significantly because we have shifted away from natural remedies and rely on processed, fatty and sugar-laden food diet. Quoting Hippocrates, “Let thy food be thy medicine, let medicine be thy food”, he said that putting the right fuel into your body makes your internal engine run smoothly.
Every meal that you consume influences the way you feel. The more nutritious foods you choose, the healthier you will be. Functional whole foods act as medicine to heal and protect your body and give the immune system a break from dealing with toxins, preservatives, additives and chemicals that are included in so many of today’s processed foods. The following are best food medicine:
• Malunggay (Moringa oleifera) as best vegetable for it contains all the vitamins, minerals, and most amino acids that we need every day. It has a chemo- preventive potential against cancer for it contains the anti-oxidant enzyme, and glutathione.
• Luyang dilaw (Curcuma longa) as best spice for it contains curcumin and curcuminoid which is known for its anti-cancer properties. WHO acknowledges it as a gastro-intestinal protective herb, a very good anti-inflammatory agent. It can also melt gall bladder stones; treats fatty liver; lowers bad cholesterol and triglycerides.
• Takip-Kuhol (Centella asiatica) as best grass. WHO recognizes its brain and nervous system protective powers. It is a memory enhancer for both children and adults. It is effective as an anti-dementia and anti-Alzheimer’s and potentially good for Parkinson’s Disease and ALS (amyotrophic lateral sclerosis).
• Coconut (Cocos nucifera) contains lauric acid which is anti-bacterial, anti-viral and anti-fungal. It is the best for frying since it does not create any free radicals when heated. Virgin coconut oil is a very good skin moisturizer. It lowers bad cholesterol and increases good cholesterol.
Food combinations as treatment for ailments such as hypertension and diabetes can be checked out in youtube.com/thenaturalshelf
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