Fully ripe olives are purple-black in color. These black olives are natural artery protectors. They contain mono unsaturated oils which help lower the bad (LDL) cholesterol without lowering the good (HDL) cholesterol.

Olives are rich in Vitamin E and therefore good for the skin. And hence is also considered a very good anti-oxidant.

Olive oil is known to be beneficial in ulcers and gastritis. It is easy on the stomach. Olive oil is said to prevent the formation of gallstones in the body as it activates secretion of bile and pancreatic juices. It also aids in metabolism and finds wide use in the Mediterranean diet.

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Did you know that prunes contain natural aspirin? Try some prunes next time you have a headache instead of popping in a pain-killer.

Prunes or dried plums are also a good source of fibre and sugar. It is advantageous to use prunes (a source of natural sugar) as sweetners instead of refined sugar.

Prunes are also said to be a good laxative( dihydrophenylisatin) and are often used to treat constipation. 

Prunes are known to be good anti-oxidants too.  They neutralise the damaging effects caused by oxidation and so fight against aging.  The Chinese use a drink made with prunes to counter acidity.

Prunes are rich sources of Vitamin A and therefore beneficial for eyes, skin and the immune system.  Prunes are a rich source of Magnesium, which is a vital mineral needed in the body. Perhaps because of their rich magnesium content, they are also known to help in prevention of bone loss in post-menopausal women.

Prunes are rich sources of dietary fibre as well. Pectin, the soluble dietary fibre found in prunes helps lower blood cholesterol levels.

So what are you waiting for, go grab a box of prunes or better still buy some ripened plums and dry them naturally!

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Garlic has numerous medicinal values and is often used in Ayurveda. Its role in blood purification and heart ailments is acknowledged even in allopathic medicine. Indian cuisine commonly uses garlic as an ingredient that aids digestion. Garlic is known to aid against digestive issues like belching, flatulence and constipation.

Consumption of garlic helps reduce arthritic pain as it inhibits the formation of free radicals that can damage joints. The normal dosage is a clove of garlic taken with water in the morning.

Garlic slows down the ageing process as it purifies blood due to its detoxifying properties. Garlic also improves blood circulation and prevents clotting of blood. It reduces bad cholesterol and the blood pressure. It is recommended to chew a clove of raw garlic every day.

Garlic paste when applied on acne, boils, eczema and rash for 5 to 10 minutes has curative powers, because of its strong sulphur content. However, it may also irritate certain skin types and should be used with caution.

Garlic also has antibiotic properties and is also sometimes used to treat bronchial troubles.

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For the heart: Garlic purifies blood and improves circulation of blood. It prevents blood clotting and reduces bad cholesterol and blood pressure.

In digestion: Garlic has curative powers for problems such as belching, gas and constipation.

In Arthritis: Consumption of garlic helps reduce arthritic pain.

For the skin: Garlic paste applied on acne, boils, eczema and rash for 5-10 mins. has curative power. However, do a patch test before you use garlic on face. Some people are sensitive to garlic application on skin.

Anti-ageing: Garlic purifies blood due to its detoxifying properties and slows down the ageing process.

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WONDER POWDER TO LOWER CHOLESTEROL

To formulate this powder, mix equal quantities of the following:

1. Amla Powder

2. Methi Dana Powder

3. Punarnava Powder

4. Arjun ki chhaal powder

5. Della powder (Della or Makain or teeds which are used in Achaar)

These are easily available from any shop selling ayurvedic medicines. 

Eat this powder through your tongue (don’t gulp it) in quantity of just two gms two times a day after breakfast and after dinner.

Its regular use will reduce your enhanced cholesterol drastically and will keep a strict check on heart arteries from being blocked besides checking sugar levels. 

These are well-tested and proven formulae for preventions and cures. If you find it difficult to make the above formulation, please free to contact me (New Delhi) at naturegnome@naturegnome.com. No costs whatsoever.

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