THE SUPER FOODS

[maria angelica sassone]

Dietary supplements provide a wide number of benefits to the daily diet. Are so called because they condense many nutrients are ingested in small quantities and are difficult to fit into food groups , specific .

POLLEN
Pollen is one of the most complete foods and valuable nature.
Its protein content is three times that of meat. It has the 23 amino acids necessary for the body and almost the entire spectrum vitamin . It is very rich in minerals (especially iron) and trace (over 20 trace elements) . It also contains enzymes , organic acids , flavonoids (antioxidants ) and fibers.
dietary supplement is considered the fastest effect on the body. It is effective in improving nutritional intake in all ages and especially for cases of anemia , convalescence , anorexia , pregnancy , malnutrition , alcoholism , arthritis , rheumatism , asthenia , terminal illness, etc. . Because of its low sugar content and high nutritional richness is an ideal supplement for diabetics. It is also recommended for vegetarians.
Pollen is also an excellent nutrient for the prostate, the younger and active.
It is recommended adult preventive level and is effective in hypertrophy , inflammation, adenoma , impotence and frigidity. Because of its high iron content, increases red blood cells. Reduces cholesterol plaque formation and regular use strengthens capillaries , veins and arteries ( reversing the hardening process ) and stabilizes blood pressure. Its use increases muscle performance and fatigue umbralde .
Contraindications: It has , except for isolated cases of allergy. Not to be confused with an allergy to dust of the flowers that enters the body through the respiratory tract , where pollen behaves as a foreign body . The ingestion by mouth, its power is low allergenic and can manifest redness and itching . Therefore we recommend an initial test with a low amount, before beginning regular use.
Consumption: for adults, are recommended 1-2 tablespoons daily before breakfast, indicative dose should be tailored to each individual state . It is advisable to consume previously soaked in cold liquids (water ) left in the refrigerator the night before.
Keep sheltered from light, moisture and heat sources . Eat within a year.

MACA ( Lepidium peruvianum )
Andean tuber is a formerly used to increase fertility .
It is very rich in protein (contains 18 of the 20 amino acids) , minerals (calcium , magnesium , phosphorus , iron , potassium , silicon , zinc , iodine) and vitamins (A, B1 , B2 , B3 , B6 , C and E). Reconstructs the physical balance
mental , improve the handling of stress, stimulates immunity , relieves climacteric disorder , premenstrual pain calms and regulates the cycle.
Useful in cases of anemia , infertility , osteoporosis , convalescence and debility. Energizing and invigorating sexual. People with hypertension should be cautious in their consumption.
Consumption: In many Latin American countries often find and consume in the form of flour ( dried and ground root ). We suggest the use of 2 or 3 teaspoons daily . At the end of the month , rest a week. Can be added to soups, fruit smoothies or seed milks .
Keep sheltered from light, moisture and heat sources for one year.

MISO
It is a thick, dark paste resulting from prolonged lafermentación
(One to three years ) from soybeans and cereals such as rice or barley. Has been consumed for thousands of years in Japan and China for its nutritional and medicinal properties .
Minerals: Miso provides minerals (calcium , potassium , phosphorus and magnesium in quantities less sulfur, copper and others) and helps prevent deficiencies. The basic activity is the oxidation of the body , and when we exercise (both thinking like walking) produce acid byproducts . Our blood and body fluids
must be alkaline to neutralize the acid , and minerals produced this condition. If they are absent in our daily diet, the body begins to take them to the organs, mainly the bones, causing bone weakening. In addition , minerals help neutralize the acidic toxins produced by digestion of animal food.

Lactic acid bacteria : Miso provides these bacteria to proliferate in the small intestine to help digestion and assimilation of food and produce some vitamins.
If you are not present in sufficient quantity , could not even assimilated food of good quality.
mother 's milk provides all the necessary minerals for a baby. After weaning and into adulthood , this need is satisfied by eating lots of vegetables and miso and seaweed. Analyzing a cup of milk , we found that contains about 150 mg. minerals, while the same amount of miso soup with wakame seaweed contains about 120 mg. of minerals suitable for adults.

Protein: Miso is an excellent source of protein , not only in quantity but also quality . Animal protein has several disadvantages. From the physiological point of view the kidneys and fatigue in the intestine produces putrefaction
toxins that damage the heart, arteries and nervous system . At the same time , animal protein allergy tested , and acidosis , while the miso not only does not produce , it also helps to neutralize the putrefaction caused by animal protein.
Anti-cholesterol and heart disease preventer :
Miso contains significant amounts of linoleic acid and lecithin , which helps dissolve cholesterol in the blood and keep blood vessels flexible. It is therefore useful to prevent atherosclerosis and hypertension.

Detox: Miso body prevents poisoning caused by snuff and alcohol , decomposing and eliminating toxins. It is also antiradiactivo because it contains inositol , a compound that is combined with radioactive substances from the body and the feces , which is why
I used to moderate or prevent radiation sickness (caused by heavy exposure to external radiation or absorption of radioactive materials such as radiocaesium ) , so it is recommended to accompany cancer treatments . Dr. Akizuki of Nagasaki Hospital San Francisco , believes that not only cured his own illness but also radioactive fatal disease in their patients, when it exploded the atomic bomb on Nagasaki in 1945.
Force: miso glucose provides energy while the blood alkaline minerals , which in turn promotes nerve function. Therefore, the miso is a wonderful source of quick energy but stable (unlike the simple sugar ).
Beauty: Skin cells are replaced every day by others who are under the skin. If the latter are not healthy , the skin will not be clear and beautiful. The underlying skin cells are nourished by the intercellular fluid and blood. One of the basic secrets for good skin is to keep the two fluids in a
alkaline condition through a healthy and good food. Miso
especially allows healthy skin thanks to its high content of minerals and bacteria.
Hypoallergenic : Allergic reactions are caused by weak intestines that can not transmute vegetable or animal protein -protein itself . For this reason , the body considered
invasive. Miso is very useful to enhance bowel function due to its numerous beneficial bacteria produced during fermentation , colonized in the intestines help break down complex protein molecules .
Consumption: Media teaspoon per person in soups ( vegetable and algae) , one or two times a day. Mix first with a
little water or broth and once dissolved is added to the soup, always at the end of cooking to preserve its nutritional value. As salt can also be used to flavor sauces, dressings or spreads
breads and biscuits. Many nutritionists recommend taking soup
miso as a first food in the morning .
Miso is retained for one year in the refrigerator. The best miso has a few pieces of cereal or soya and the darker , more properties have.

TEKKA
Another Eastern condiment made from miso, sesame oil , burdock root , carrot, lotus and ginger. It is a great tonic muscular and nervous. boxes is used in anemia , rheumatism , muscle weakness, nerve and heart failure.
Consumption: Just a teaspoonful every 2 or 3 days as a condiment in cooked cereals or soups. According to their ingredients , is kept in refrigerator for several months to a year.

Ghee or clarified butter
This element of cooking is very popular in India. It's the butter oil vaccine, which has been stripped of water and saturated fats. Because it has a light flavor , sweet and delicate features an irresistible quality to foods cooked with it.
According to Ayurvedic medicine strengthens the body, improves memory and mental functions and promotes digestion and longevity.
Consumption: is easily digestible and can be used in cooking vegetables ( sautéed ) cereals , vegetables and spread on bread and cookies because it replaces the butter. The ghee will not rust, that's why conservation is so long : it can take years or months in the refrigerator beyond.

Lotus root ( Nelumbium muciferum )
The Lotus is a plant considered sacred in India and China, and is used in the kitchen of the Far East. On the outside is dark brown , but inside the fiber is clear or almost white. It is used for colds , flu , asthma , bronchitis , lung congestion,
etc . It is also an excellent hemostatic (stops bleeding) and their use is extended to pictures of hemoptysis , hematemesis and all types of internal bleeding.
Consumption: The tea is prepared with fresh or dried root ,
cut about 3 or 4 slices and boiling them in a quart of water for ten minutes. Serving you add a teaspoon of coffee
grated ginger or ginger juice .

SPIRULINA
This freshwater algae is high in protein (70 % weight ) and is of high biological value (22 of the 23 amino acids, all essential and high content of tryptophan and phenylalanine ).
It contains plenty of vitamin B12 , iron (5 times the liver) , calcium , phosphorus , magnesium , potassium , sodium , selenium , chromium and zinc. It also provides essential fatty acids of high quality. powerfully activates metabolism, improves immune system activity and is recommended for depression , osteoporosis , problems
circulatory and skin , diabetes , obesity , tumors, intestinal flora disorders , hepatitis , anemia , pregnancy , lactation , vegetarian diets , malnutrition and exhaustion.
Consumption: Can be used raw , sprinkled on food. It is advisable to consume at least 11 grams daily ( 1 / 4 teaspoon ). You can also add a seed milk shakes or fruit juices .

Literature consulted :
- Practical Guide to natural foods , Alex Von Foerster
- Nutrition Guide for an evolutionary , Dr. George V. Esteves , Hernan Salas and others