Properties of suggested foods from Dr. Gaye

Camu Camu
Property:
Camu Camu is used mainly for its edible fruits. The extraordinarily high Vitamin C content.
Camu Camu has also a unique aroma and fruit pigmentation. A reddish pigment in the leathery skin (probably anthocyanins) imparts an attractive and unique pink color on juices extracted from Camu Camu. The aroma is subtle, but is not as captivating as in more popular fruits. Camu Camu is more recently also used in ice creams, sweets, etc.

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Sauerkraut
Information/Property: Sauerkraut is finely shredded cabbage that has been fermented by various lactic acid bacteria, including Leuconostoc, Lactobacillus, and Pediococcus.
Raw sauerkraut is an extremely healthful food. It is an excellent source of vitamin C, lactobacilli, and other nutrients. It also provides various cancer-fighting compounds including ITC and sulphoraphane.[9]

Site: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Sauerkraut#History
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Sesame Milk
Property: Sesame milk is an excellent dietary source of calcium, sesame seeds are also a good source of manganese, copper, magnesium, iron, phosphorus, vitamin B1 (thiamin), zinc, vitamin E, healthy protein, and fiber.Sesame seeds also contain sesamin and sesamolin, two substances that are thought to prevent high blood pressure and protect the liver against oxidative damage.
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Chia Seed
Property: Chia Seed is a Good Source of: B vitamins, calcium, phosphorus, potassium, zinc, copper, and Omega 3 fatty acid. Chia seeds has 3 times more antioxidants than blueberries.
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Sprouts (in general)
Property: Sprouts are rich in vitamins, minerals, proteins and enzymes. A sprout possesses all of the energy, vitamins and nutrients and power that enables it to be transformed from a small seed into a strong plant. At this stage its nutritional value is at its highest for instance, sprouted seeds can contain 400% more protein than lettuce and over 3900% more beta-carotine.

Further info: Studies have also shown that broccoli and other types of sprout contain exceptionally high levels of a natural cancer fighting compound called sulforaphane (20 – 50 times more than in mature broccoli) which helps support antioxidants such as vitamin C and vitamin E.

Site: http://www.energiseforlife.com/sprouting_benefits.php
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Flax Seed
Property: Flax Seed Oil contains omega-6 and omega-9 essential fatty acids, B vitamins, potassium, lecithin, magnesium, fiber, protein, and zinc and also omega-3 oils.
Further Info: Flax seed as shown in many studies include lowering total cholesterol and LDL cholesterol (the Bad cholesterol) levels. Other benefits show that flax seed may also help lower blood triglyceride and blood pressure.
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Agave (Nectar)
Information/ Property: Agave was cultivated for centuries by the native American population for fibers, food and drinksAgave syrup has become one of my favorite naturally sweeteners since I find it to be delicious. Moderation of use is advised since agave syrup has a lot of calories. An alternative to high calorie sugars is the stevia plant which has no calories

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Ginger
Property: Ginger has the following properties are of particular use for therapeutic purposes :
Antispasmodic : It relaxes all types of muscle.
Aromatic : Ginger’s aroma, flavor, and warmth help to stimulate the digestive system.
Carminative : The volatile oils in Ginger relax the stomach and stimulate peristalsis (the wavelike motion of food through the gut) thereby supporting digestion and reducing gas.
Diaphoretic : It induces perspiration and the elimination of toxins through the skin.
Rubefacient : Applied to the skin, Ginger stimulates and dilates the blood capillaries, increasing circulation.
Sialagogue : It promotes the secretion of saliva.
Stimulant : As a circulatory aid, it supports and speeds up the body’s physiological systems.

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