Type 2 Diabetes - Will Organic Fruit And Vegetables Really Help Ward Off Diabetes Symptoms?

Type 2 diabetes is almost completely preventable and eating more fresh vegetables is often the advice given to diabetics at diagnosis. Although this is the age of organic eating this does not mean the fresh fruit and vegetables in your eating plan need to be organic.

It almost looks like the hippies of old have finally won, and the world is saying, "peace, love and if you don't grow it yourself you shouldn't be eating it in the first place". Needless to say, that slogan wouldn't be catchy enough for most t-shirts. But regardless, a lot of people have been completely sold on the notion of eating organic produce. But believe it or not, a lot of people don't realize a lot of things about organic food they really should. And not just because it's expensive, but also because this has an effect on your health. Seriously, when your health is at stake, you really can't know too much.

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For one thing, did you know that no studies have ever shown that organic produce is any healthier, or contributes in any way to better health, than regular fresh produce? While it is more emotionally appealing to think that organic food must be better for you because they don't use chemical pesticides on it, the fact is that these pesticides are washed and cooked off before you eat them anyway. Even eating fruits off of trees where pesticides were used makes absolutely no difference, as far as the medical and scientific communities have been able to identify. That is the main reason why there is no legal definition for organic produce... and thus, there is little to no capacity to verify one way or the next.

Taking a step back, all "organic" means is that the growing methods used did not include any chemical pesticides. While chemicals such as DDT are now illegal for anyone to use, modern farmers have been using all sorts of other pesticides for well over a hundred years. And probably they are going to continue using all manner of weed killing, bug killing and whatever other types of pesticides that are necessary to make sure their crops grow up healthy enough so they can be sold at market.

There is not even a legal requirement for a food product to be called "organic" on its packaging, so there isn't even any proof (or any way to find out), of the validity of such a claim.

Whether you have Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes or not, there is no evidence to suggest that eating organically grown products is any healthier than eating any other freshly grown goods. While it's admirable people want to do whatever it takes to make their bodies work better, this is a little on the misguided side. Focus on eating fresh foods with low glycemic indexes and glycemic loads, and stay active.

Type 2 Diabetes - Will Organic Fruit And Vegetables Really Help Ward Off Diabetes Symptoms?

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How to Relieve Common Cold Symptoms: Food Therapy

The Common Cold, an infectious virus that doesn't seem to have to cure, well, that's the bad news. The good news is the common cold seems to magically disappear after 7 to 10 days. But do you really want to suffer for 7 - 10 days? The chances are it's going to start feeling like 7 - 10 years after a day or two. Fortunately, there are ways to relieve its symptoms but, it's not going to be through medicine, it's going to be done using water, fruits, vegetables and a little bit of chicken.

1. The Chicken Soup

- The chicken soup is good not only for the soul but also for the common cold. Scientific research claims that chicken soup relieves nasal congestion by slowing down the white blood cells that trigger inflammation of the cells this means, it can also help with that sore throat. You probably have a family recipe for the chicken soup, go with that and here's a little secret: Make your Chicken Soup a tad bit spicy and add a little Bok Choi. Green leafy vegetables are good sources of Vitamin C.

2. The Lemon Juice

- Freshly squeezed and this is serious, it HAS to be freshly squeezed. It'll give your system the Vitamin C in needs to boost your immune system. If you can find Calamondin oranges also know as Chinese oranges also known as acid oranges, anyway it has many names but technically it looks like a small orange, start making some juice. A good recipe would be 3 Calamondin Oranges or lemon, add warm water, a tablespoon of honey, stir and it's ready to drink.

3. Bottled Water Therapy

- Hydrate yourself! This will thin out the mucus, prevent dehydration because of the fever and, will help you sweat. Sweating is your body's way of removing toxins as well as cooling you down.

4. The Gargle

- But what do I gargle, you ask? Well here's a little secret, a teaspoon of salt, a tablespoon of vinegar, add water... about half the glass and, stir. Gargle for 30 seconds.

5. Rest a lot

- One of the body's ways of healing itself naturally is resting. Sleeping is a good thing, when we sleep our body's natural fixing mechanisms kick in to action but like everything else they have punch cards. Sleeping from 10pm to 6am is their 8 hour work day so, let them go to work.

Well now, there's one more family secret to share with you, go for organic fruits. Organic fruits don't have chemicals that can harm your body in the long run. Also, think about giving employees organic fruit gift baskets as an appreciation gift, showing a job well done! This helps to maintain a healthier work force and they'll think you're a great boss too!

Other than that, it is highly recommended to stay away from people with colds and wash your hands regularly especially during the cold and flu season - it's mainly transmitted through physical contact...a dirty hand to eye to nose! Oh, and one last thing to keep in mind...antibiotics have no affect on the common cold, in fact they may cause more harm than good. Please talk to your doctor about what's best for you!

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