The International Superfruits!

                     Enjoy Better Health This New Year! 

A new year is already here and if "eating right" or "detoxing" is
on your agenda, then you may want to add some fruits that don't
normally get any press or attention. 
In the U.S. we're accustomed to bananas, apples, berries, pears,
and avocados and if we (Americans) want to try something
exotic or outside the box- we try kiwi, plantains or pomegranates. 

But hold on, what about the fruits that the people of Sri Lanka,
Indonesia, Vietnam, Malaysia, Nicaragua, and the Dominican Republic
eat?
Not sure what fruits they eat?
Well, how about Lychees, Dragonfruit, Starfruit, Guava and Kumquats.
Look for these "super fruits" at your produce store, Asian or Latin markets
or larger supermarkets.
Eat more of these fruits for the new year and you can expect benefits like...
* Youthful Skin-
Eat guavas a few times a week and turn back the clock on your skin.
Another benefit: Like tomatoes and watermelon, guavas are "natural sunscreen." 
Don't spend a ton of money on sunscreen, eat your sunscreen.
* Lower Diabetes Risk-
With Dragonfruit. This fruit improves insulin sensitivity and slows glucose absorption, 
helping to cancel out blood sugar spikes from high carb and sugary foods you take in.
* Reduce Belly Fat-
Concerned about the size of your belly? Do what a lot of people in Asian
countries do and eat Lychees. These sweet Asian  treats have a ton of fiber
in them and that fiber breaks down fat and even blocks it (fat) from being absorbed into
your system.
* Lower Cholesterol Levels-
Concerned about high cholesterol? Be more worried about high blood pressure
and if your doctor wants you to go on statins (to bring down your cholesterol levels)
tell him or her- "I'll lower it myself with Kumquats" 
* Forever Young- 
Slow down aging to your cells and even lower Alzheimer's risks with
Starfruit.

That's it- 5 "Superfruits" that'll help you look and feel better this New year.
One last tip: If you live in a sun-drenched country or just concerned about the
damage the Sun can do (to your skin) head on over to Amazon.com/the kindle 
store and type Natural Sunscreen At The Supermarkets, in the search bar.
Download it and save a lot of money on Sunscreen.

Good Luck!
JGib~~
NRFATW!

Natural Soda Rx To Knock Out Pain!

Ginger Ale - Recipe That Relieves Chronic Inflammation, Pain And Migraines


Yesterday, we mentioned that ginger was used in a variety of ways by the 
people of Jamaica. 

Well, here's another.. to .relieve inflammation, pain and migraines.

Good Luck!
JGib~~
NRFATW! 

Jamaica's Miracle Cure For Male Cancer!

                          The Healing Power of Ginger! Yes, ginger is used in a number of countries throughout China, but let's also remember that's it's used in a number of dishes and drinks that come from Jamaica.
Take a few minutes and read this post and learn how ginger root can help any
man dealing with prostate cancer. 
Good Luck! 

JGib~~
NRFATW! 
Ginger Root is a Miracle Cure for Prostate Cancer

Good Luck Foods For The New Year!

                             Eat Your Way To Better Luck In 2016! 

If you believe in superstitions or traditions or rituals then you
may want to do like the people of some Southern states do on the first
of the year.
And what is that?
They eat black-eyed peas. 

And along with the peas, they have greens, collards and turnips, (green
for financial success) rice and pork.
This is considered "soul food, but for some reason, the people think their
new year will be a financial success if they eat these particular foods.
And if you come from a country that has a particular food ritual for
the new year, then by all means continue it and if you like to start a new ritual 
and follow in the footsteps of your American brothers and sisters, use the recipe
listed below.
The Recipe For "Hoppin' John!" 
Ingredients:
Bacon, 3 slices, chopped
1 medium onion, chopped 1 cup
2 cloves of garlic, minced
1/4 tsp. salt
1/8 tsp. black pepper
1/8 tsp. curry powder
1/8 tsp. paprika 
1 Tbs. apple cider vinegar
2 cups of rice, cooked
2 cups of chopped greens, collards (buy them already cleaned)
1 can of black-eyed peas, rinsed and drained
1 cup of cherry tomatoes 
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Directions: 
In a large nonstick skillet, cook the bacon until done,
Add the onion, garlic and the seasonings.
Stir frequently, just until the onions and garlic are tender. 
And to finish up this tasty dish, add the vinegar and 1/2 cup of water;
bring to a boil and cook for a minute. Stir in the rice, greens and peas, cook until
heated through, about 3 minutes. Remove from heat and stir in the tomatoes.
And to make this meal more traditional- serve it with some cornbread. 
That's it, a Southern Soul Food Dish to help usher in more good luck
for the upcoming yr.
And lastly, if you want to know some other "good luck" foods that
eaten for good luck, head to Google.com and type New Year's Good Luck
Foods in the search bar. 

* Sicily- Lasagne
* Some Spanish countries- Grapes, 12 grapes eaten at midnight on the 31st. 
12 grapes for the upcoming 12 months. 
* Japan-In some Japanese households, the people eat long noodles.
 They must be eaten as is (long) broken or cut up means a break in your New
 year.
* Poland- In some Polish households, the people eat pork and sauerkraut for more luck.

Good Luck!
JGib~~
NRFATW!

Italy's Food Rx To Stop Winter Weight Gain!

                             Eat Bread and Lose Weight! 

If you're celebrating a little too much (with food and drink) this holiday season,
and it's starting to show (around your waistline) you may want to use the secret
many of your fellow Italians use. 
And what secret is that?
Eat more bread. 

Bread? 
Yes, fruit and nut studded breads served during the Winter months.
The fruit, spice and nut breads are panettone, Christmas stollen and
orange and cranberry loaves.
Made with top quality ingredients like... flour, eggs butter, nuts, fruits and spices,
the fiber in these types of breads thwart hunger and helps stop the blood sugar spikes
that can trigger belly fat. 

So, if you're feeling guilty about indulging this holiday, just make sure
you're not indulging in poor quality types of bread, (white) and instead,
have some of the Italian breads listed above. 
And remember: although these breads may be good for you, you still have to 
eat them in moderation, they do have calories.

Good Luck!
JGib~~
NRFATW!

One last tip: get a head start on Christmas 2016, how?
By heading to Amazon.com/the kindle store and picking up a copy of-see title to the right.
Learn how every part of the tree, (the bark, the pine cones, the needles, the scent and the nuts) can help
in every aspect of your life. Improve moods, heart health,
stop cravings, stop weight gain, end indoor allergies
and help you overcome jet lag.

Christmas Celebrations Around The World!

                            Celebrate Christmas! 

If you're from the U.S. your idea of Christmas may be waking up at 6:00 am to open gifts,
a nice meal at 2:00 pm. and then a big dinner with more friends and family at 6:00 pm. 
But what about those who live in say...Russia, Scotland or France?
How do they celebrate? Continue reading to find out.
a) France-
Let them eat cake. In some parts of France, a cake is baked and a trinket
is hidden inside. Find the trinket in the piece of cake served to you and 
you're crowned King or Queen for a day.
b) China-
Some Christians in China celebrate like we Americans do, and they also
decorate the halls with bright paper chains to symbolize happiness and represent
eternity  at their family's never-ending bond.
c) Germany-
Christmas trees and advent calendars originated in Germany, but there's one
tradition that's different than ours (Americans) they the Germans hide a pickle.
As in a glass pickle and the folks in Germany hide it in the tree.
And the child lucky enough to find this pickle will get an extra present.
d) Spain-
Play a game. What type of game? It's called "Um of Fate" and it's simply
a game where each person's name is written on card, which is put in a bowl called
the "Um of Fate" The cards are then drawn 2 at a time--and each pair is fated
to be each other's special protector, friend and confidante in the new year.
e) Scotland-
Burn, baby burn.. No, there's not a big bonfire. Simply put, the people burn a twig
as they release any grudges they've been holding toward others. They do this on
 "Sowans Nicht" or Christmas Eve.
f) Russia-
Become unified.
In Russia,  where most Christians belong to the Eastern Orthodox Church, the
centerpiece of Christmas eve dinner is a porridge called Kutya that symbolizes
unity.
g) Finland-
Feed the birds.
People in Finland tie together some oats, wheat and other grains to a pole or tree 
on Christmas morning. And get this, Finnish people don't eat until the birds
have eaten.
h) Sweden- 
Drink up. More specifically- Glogg. A mulled wine flavored with sugar and spices and 
served piping hot.  Reread our post on the benefits of Mulled wine. 
i) Norway-
Open your presents. 
No ripping apart all of the gifts like they do in the U.S.
In Norway, it's pick up one gift and pass it to another child and ( ho or she) opens it
and then waits until that one's been opened and enjoyed to pick out and pass another--
and so on.
That's it--
And don't forget to look for our new E-Document, see title to the right. Learn how the whole tree (the pine cones,
the needles, the nuts, the bark and the scent)  can bolster
your health. Boost heart health,, lose weight, 
conquer cravings, ease aches and pain
and boost happiness all courtesy of the pine (tree).
Head to Amazon.com/the kindle store to learn more.
Thank-You!

Good Luck and Merry Christmas!
JGIb~~
NRFATW!

Ancient Christmas Rx For Improved Health!

                           The Healing Secrets From Our Ancestors! 

If you're a fan of Christmas and all that goes with it,
the tree, the lights, poinsettias, big meals, decorating, etc.
then you may be interested to know, that the Christmas tree (or Pine)
was actually used to heal and prevent a number of illnesses.

That's right-long before chemotherapy, vaccinations,
and pills, our ancestors used herbs, flowers, the Sun, water and trees to stay
hale and hearty.

And if you want to know how your ancestors used everything from the nuts,
the cones, the sap and the bark to boost moods, beat jet lag, conquer cravings,
cure indoor allergies, slow down aging, improve bad moods, and wipe out germs, 

head online to Amazon.com/the kindle store and download--see title to the right.
Download it today and get started on a new and healthier
you for 2016.

Good Luck!
JGib~~
NRFATW!