SHIITAKE

Chinese mushroom. Its extract improves skin firmness and elasticity.

MARATHOS

Its extract helps increase cellular metabolism and cell regeneration.

Essential oil is also produced.

Lettuce (Lactuca sativa)

Medicinal properties: softening, soothing, and mildly narcotic.

Pliny mentions that a doctor cured Emperor Augustus from a liver ailment with it.

In the Middle Ages, it was recommended as a sleep aid.

EGGPLANT

For medicinal purposes, the base of the fruit and its leaves are used for boils, hemorrhoids, and burns.

BROCCOLI

It belongs to the same family as radishes and cabbage. It is rich in vitamin C, folic acid, fiber, and calcium, which protect bones. It also contains important compounds that strengthen the body's resistance to cancer.

TOMATOES

A rich source of vitamins A and C, and lycopene - a powerful antioxidant associated with lower rates of cancer in the pancreas, breast, prostate, and gastrointestinal system.

Also contains vitamin E and beta-carotene.

Its components are better absorbed when combined with oil.

POTATO

Due to its softening and anti-rheumatic properties, the potato has miraculous effects on abscesses, snow sores, rashes, and rheumatism.

BEETROOT

The juice of the fresh fruit, combined with lemon juice, is considered effective against hair loss.

CHILI PEPPERS

They contain a phenolic compound called capsaicin, which has antibacterial action and helps to decongest the nose and airways.

Hot peppers, like all peppers, have a high content of vitamin C and carotenoids.

The hotter the pepper, the more intense its action.

RADISH

10g of dried radish leaves in boiling water for 10 minutes, strain, drink 3 cups a day for 10 days, and your body will be detoxified.

GARLIC

It is a strong antiseptic, antibacterial, and antiviral agent.

It is believed that a sulfur compound, allicin, gives it its strong smell and is the main source of its ability to boost the immune system.

Overcooking destroys some of its beneficial components.

The smell can be removed by rubbing your hands with parsley or wet tea leaves.

- European and American studies have shown that regular consumption of garlic reduces the amount of fat deposited in the walls of the arteries, reducing the risk of heart disease.

SPINACH

It contains 13 different antioxidants and anti-cancer compounds.

Its juice reduces the spread of cancer cells in the stomach and skin.

An international study by the National Eye Institute in the United States showed that the consumption of foods like spinach is directly linked to a lower percentage of age-related eye diseases.

SEEDS

Pumpkin seeds, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds

They are rich in omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidant mineral elements.

Pumpkin seeds are rich in iron, selenium, and zinc.

Sunflower seeds contain more vitamin E.

Eat the seeds raw and store them in the refrigerator to keep them fresh and preserve their nutritional properties.

GINGER

A tonic, expectorant, and soothing spice.

Traditional Chinese medicine uses it for coughs and colds.

Most spices, including cinnamon and cloves, have antioxidant properties.

STINGING NETTLES

If you get stung, rub the area thoroughly for a few minutes with two lettuce leaves.

LENTILS

They are rich in iron, zinc, selenium, and vitamin B6.

Studies have shown that even a mild iron deficiency increases the risk of herpes and viral infections.

Vitamin C increases iron absorption.

AVOCADO

Rich in vitamin E, a powerful antioxidant with a tonic effect on the immune system. Its antibacterial and antifungal action strengthens resistance to disease, and its vitamin B6 content helps in the production of antibodies to fight infections.

The dark green part near the skin is the richest in nutrients.

KIWI

Rich in antioxidants, vitamin E, vitamin K, and magnesium, which are vital for the heart, as well as phosphorus.

It contains the highest concentration of vitamin C among fruits (100g contains 105mg of C, while oranges contain 50mg), which is an effective weapon against cancer, heart disease, and high blood pressure. One kiwi covers our daily vitamin C needs (we need about 60-70mg) while containing only 60 calories.

One large kiwi provides as much potassium as a banana and as much fiber as a bowl of cereal.

It got its name from an enzyme called actinidin.

When added to meat, it tenderizes and flavors it.

PINEAPPLE

When placed in a fruit basket, it absorbs the smells of the kitchen and leaves a delicate aroma.

It contains a lot of manganese. This is found in many enzymes that speed up metabolism, which is why pineapple is included in weight loss diets.

It also contains a large amount of the enzyme bromelain, which helps digest proteins.

One glass of pineapple juice provides 50% of the daily required amount of vitamin C and 120 calories.

BLUEBERRIES

Vitamin C, powerful antioxidants, folic acid that fights infections, calcium, and magnesium.

They contain 7g of fiber per 100g of fruit.

They are invigorating.

They help relieve constipation.

CHERRIES

A good source of potassium, which helps fight high blood pressure and promotes sleep.

They improve visual acuity, protect the skin, and prepare it for tanning, because they contain abundant provitamin A (from 1.5-3mg).

BLACKCURRANTS

They contain powerful antioxidants that slow down the aging process and reduce harmful cholesterol in the blood.

They have similar properties to cherries but are more acidic.

APRICOTS

They contain abundant minerals - potassium, magnesium - and trace elements - zinc, copper.

They have a laxative effect.

CITRUS FRUITS

Oranges, grapefruit, lemons.

The richest source of vitamin C.

The whole fruit (not just the juice) provides the body with flavonoids - phytochemicals that strengthen the action of vitamin C.

WATERMELON

It contains minerals, a lot of water (95%), few calories, and many antioxidant vitamins.

WALNUTS

The milk is rich in amino acids and allows surface cells to maintain the necessary amount of water.

WALNUTS

It likely originates from Asia.

In Rome, walnuts were thrown at newlyweds, as a symbol of prosperity and wealth.

Its leaves are rich in tannins and are an effective tonic for glandular diseases and tuberculosis.

If you rub your face with them, etc., in the summer, it helps to avoid bee stings.

Boil 50 grams of leaves along with its flowers and bathe, as it helps to combat hair loss. Also, make water from walnut leaves and use it as a lotion. It also helps with dandruff.

The walnut is rich in vitamins A and B, and in fatty nitrogenous substances.

50% of its weight is composed of oil.

It helps to eliminate parasites and intestinal worms.

Be careful not to eat too many, as it can cause irritation of the tongue and gums.

CHERRIES

It has diuretic and laxative properties.

It is a natural analgesic, mainly for rheumatism and arthritis.

It is rich in vitamins B and C, in sugars and metallic salts.

It benefits the liver, gallbladder, kidneys, and bladder. It makes the blood alkaline and cleanses it. In general, it detoxifies the body.

Even diabetics, in consultation with their doctor, can eat cherries because the carbohydrates they contain are minimal and the fruit sugar is not harmful.

LEMON

1. Lichens

Juice of one lemon + 100 grams of fresh butter, which you heat slightly and add the lemon.

2. A little peel in soup will give a wonderful flavor.

3. Digestive syrup or for headaches from alcohol

We boil 2 sprigs with 1 tablespoon of sugar, add lemon juice, and it becomes a syrup that we put in the refrigerator. Dosage: 2 tablespoons.

4. With a little lemon, half a teaspoon of salt, in a small glass of water for a mouthwash to treat tonsillitis.

5. Cut a lemon in half and rub your teeth with it; they will become whiter, but not too often, as citric acid can damage tooth enamel.

MANGO

It has a strong antioxidant effect and also acts against cholesterol.

APPLE

Its chemical composition is 84.37% water, 8% glucose, 4% sucrose (the sugars range from 6% to 16% depending on the degree of ripeness), and cellulose, fats, protein, tannins, and pectin in minimal quantities.

The seeds contain 24-27% oil.

It also contains iron, phosphorus, potassium, sodium, and vitamins B1, B2, C, and PP.

An extract from apple root prevents skin damage from free radicals and stimulates the production of collagen and elastin.

It is a fruit with high detoxifying and nutritional properties. Thanks to its organic acids, it dissolves toxins and harmful substances that the body, due to its usually unhealthy diet, has deposited in various organs and tissues.

It tones the body and mainly the nervous system and the brain. It is particularly useful for digestive disorders, the urinary system, the liver, the lungs, the cells, anemia, tuberculosis, and nephritis.

It is considered the fruit of youth, and its peel is very beneficial.

It acts as a natural stimulant for all secretions of the body.

Diseases in which it helps: Constipation, mental fatigue, weak liver, indigestion, rheumatism, arthritis, obesity, skin conditions, poor complexion, cystitis, headaches, jaundice, weak teeth, anemia, neurasthenia, insomnia, kidney stones, and other conditions.

It should be eaten regularly and daily, especially in the morning or evening with nuts.

One apple is equivalent to 1500mg of vitamin C, antioxidants.

Its consumption favors the ability of the respiratory system and reduces asthma and lung cancer.

Rich in flavonoids (phyto-chemical substances that strengthen the action of vitamin C).

Refreshing, astringent, easy to digest, soothing for cough.

Use its infusion – boil for 10 minutes – it is a tasty drink that is very good for acute inflammations.

It helps with fever and thirst. It reduces irritation and has a beneficial effect on the liver, kidneys, and bladder, helping their function, which is why it is used for intestinal inflammations.

For pharyngitis, gelatin and syrup from soft apples soften the throat.

Cooked in wine with a little honey or sugar, it has invigorating properties – especially for weak or convalescing people.

Anti-inflammatory syrup – for obesity and arthritis.

(Not applicable for intestinal disorders).

2 sliced apples, 10g of lemon balm or infusion of mint leaves, and 500g of boiling water. Let it sit for 15 minutes, add ½ cup of lemon juice, a little cinnamon, and sweeten with honey or sugar.

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It is effective for the stomach because the pectin it contains coagulates and inactivates excess gastric fluids.

-- Raw apple or its juice is a perfect antiseptic for the mouth, for preventing oral inflammation and irritation of the larynx.

If we boil apples in milk, it soothes irritated eyes.

The sour apple has astringent properties if you rub it and eat it raw.

-- Juice + olive oil in equal parts = heals ulcers

For skin diseases, e.g., eczema, an ointment is made from 2 apples and sulfur.

Cut the apples in half, remove the seeds and hard parts. Put sulfur in the cavities, join the two halves, tie them with a ribbon, and bake in the oven until they become a pulp, then spread it on the affected area.

Soothing syrup

3-4 thinly sliced apples + 1 liter of water + 15 dried figs + a handful of raisins

Boil for 1 hour, strain through a paper filter, add 150g of sugar, boil to make a syrup, and put it in a glass bottle that closes tightly.

Categories of apples: Volos, Golden, Sour apples, Banana apples, Firikia

Apple cider

Cut the apples into pieces, press them, and put the pulp + juice in a barrel for 8 days of fermentation. When the foam of fermentation is exhausted, transfer the liquid to another barrel. After 5 days, transfer it to bottles that close hermetically.

It should be consumed within a few months.

With dried apples

In a 100-liter barrel, add 4 kg of dried apples in pieces, 2 kg of raisins, and 200g of cedar fruit. Let it sit for 4-5 days and add 1 liter of 95-degree alcohol, and let it ferment. After 6 days if it is summer or after 12 days if it is winter, shake the contents. Let it rest for 5 days and place it in bottles.

Beauty

Apply apple juice before applying cream for a radiant complexion.

For rejuvenation, a mask made of half a grated apple, 1 tbsp of yogurt, and 1 tbsp of honey.

MULBERRIES

They contain iron -1.5mg- which helps fight fatigue.

They are diuretic and also have a cleansing effect, thanks to their abundant fibers.

MULBERRIES

The soil around them is excellent for plants in pots.

NECTARINES

Rich in flavonoids, they protect blood vessels.

POMEGRANATES

Fresh walnuts contain large amounts of antioxidant trace elements such as iron, zinc, and magnesium.

People with very low selenium levels are more susceptible to viral infections.

Almonds and walnuts have 4 times more vitamin E than all other dried fruits.

Hazelnuts and pecans are rich in a substance that fights bacteria.

Walnuts have a lot of copper, a trace element essential for the proper functioning of the immune system.

It is best to eat them raw, without salt, and without being cooked.

They contain many vitamins C and E, and folic acid.

They have 3 times more antioxidant properties than tea and red wine. Studies have shown that a glass of pomegranate juice daily can reduce the risk of cardiovascular disease and high blood pressure.

GRAPES

It fights free radicals and plays an important role in combating aging.

It revitalizes tired hair and cleanses oily skin.

It is suitable for detoxifying diets. Eat only grapes one day a week, or drink their juice.

The juice of grapes: 1. Lightens the skin (where there is discoloration)

2. Helps with the elasticity of blood vessels - good blood circulation.

3. Lowers blood pressure in cases of hypertension.

4. Causes oxidation of LDL (bad cholesterol) and prevents it from forming a non-scented plaque in the arteries.

5. Improves blood flow to the brain.

It is one of the 12 foods that, according to the US Food and Drug Administration, absorb soil toxicity.

It contains selenium, which is considered one of the most active ingredients in combating malignant tumors, especially in the skin and seeds, which "clean" the intestines.

Rich in flavonoids (phytochemicals that strengthen the action of vitamin C).

What do grapes contain?

Calories 61, protein 0.5g, fat 0.16g, sugars 15.6g, water 80.3g, Vitamin B1 0.03 mg, Vitamin B2 0.03 mg, Vitamin PP 0.1mg, Vitamin C 6mg, Sodium 2mg, Potassium 2mg

Magnesium 7mg, Iron 0.4 mg, Calcium 27mg, Phosphorus 4mg

It is fresh when there is a tight connection between the berry and the branch.

It is stored in the refrigerator in the butter compartment, wrapped in paper or in a bag.

Its substances are preserved in dried grapes (raisins or strawberries are used).

Dried Grapes

1 kg of grapes + 600g of sugar + juice of 1 lemon, which is left overnight. In the morning, we boil them over high heat without water, skimming off the foam, and add 1 vanilla bean.

Finally, we add 2 bay leaves. Stir with a wooden spoon only, and in a non-stick pan, add 100g of chopped walnuts after the syrup has thickened.

We store them in glass jars that have been sterilized by placing them in boiling water and then dried. To keep the seal airtight, we place a circular piece of parchment paper that has been dipped in cognac on top and seal it tightly.

STRAWBERRIES

They are champions in vitamin C -60mg- and contain plenty of folic acid, which fights infections. Thanks to aspirin precursors, they help fight rheumatic, arthritic, and liver pain. They also contain vitamins A and B, a high proportion of sugars, and many mineral salts. They are refreshing, diuretic, and cleansing. They contain a large amount of salicylic acid, which has a beneficial effect on the liver.

They also contain calcium and phosphorus, which give them invigorating properties and are recommended for those with tuberculosis, weakness, and anemia. They also act against constipation and intestinal atony.

...People with eczema should avoid them.

They contain many minerals, vitamins, and fiber, and few calories.

For a beauty mask, mash 3 ripe strawberries and apply the mixture to your face. Leave it on for 5 minutes and rinse thoroughly. This mask cleanses the skin, tightens pores, and gives a velvety feel.

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BARK

Bark tea with honey is invigorating, detoxifying, and anti-wrinkle, and bark candy has the same properties.

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SAMPOO

All fish are a source of selenium.

Shellfish (crabs, shrimp, oysters, mussels)

Excellent source of vitamin B12, copper, omega 3, zinc, and phosphorus.

Tuna

Rich in omega 3 fatty acids (immune system).

Sardine

Rich in omega 3 fatty acids.

Salmon

It is the best source of vitamin E in fish.

Oily hair: birch and lemon blossom = regulates the sebaceous glands of the scalp.

Normal hair: nettle and hops = for hair loss.

LICE: citronella + tea tree + lavender + cinnamon.

TEA

For revitalization and relaxation = thyme.

SOFTENING CREAMS

Lemon balm + hops = corrects brittle and tired hair.

Aloe vera + chamomile + calendula = corrects brittle and tired hair.

HAIR GEL

Aloe vera + lemon essential oil.

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