by cadence » Wed Mar 02, 2005 3:35 pm
#ed_op#DIV#ed_cl#I just read about some helpful "herbs" that are safe. #ed_op#/DIV#ed_cl##ed_op#DIV#ed_cl# #ed_op#/DIV#ed_cl##ed_op#DIV#ed_cl##ed_op#LI#ed_cl##ed_op#FONT face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"#ed_cl##ed_op#B#ed_cl#Cayenne#ed_op#/B#ed_cl# - If you aren't plagued by spicy food, try sprinkling a dash of cayenne on your food. It contains an ingredient called capsaicin that stimulates saliva, stimulates digestion and accelerates your metabolism at a safer level. #ed_op#/FONT#ed_cl##ed_op#LI#ed_cl##ed_op#FONT face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"#ed_cl##ed_op#B#ed_cl#Green Tea#ed_op#/B#ed_cl# - This tea is a natural stimulant that behaves much like coffee but with the added benefit of vitamin C and flavoniods (compounds that are antioxidants). You can regulate the strength of the stimulant by steeping the tea quickly or for a long time. It can be purchased in a tea bag, or loose. It also is available in capsules, but is said to be better assimilated as a liquid. #ed_op#/FONT#ed_cl##ed_op#LI#ed_cl##ed_op#FONT face="Verdana, Arial, Helvetica, sans-serif"#ed_cl##ed_op#B#ed_cl#Seaweed#ed_op#/B#ed_cl# - A good source of trace minerals such as chromium and iodine, seaweed is a natural thyroid stimulant. It is usually contained in kelp capsules or tablets. #ed_op#/FONT#ed_cl##ed_op#/LI#ed_cl##ed_op#/DIV#ed_cl##ed_op#DIV#ed_cl# #ed_op#/DIV#ed_cl##ed_op#DIV#ed_cl# #ed_op#/DIV#ed_cl##ed_op#DIV#ed_cl#Yummy Recipe for Green Iced Tea:#ed_op#/DIV#ed_cl##ed_op#DIV#ed_cl#1 liter boiling water#ed_op#/DIV#ed_cl##ed_op#DIV#ed_cl#2 green tea bags#ed_op#/DIV#ed_cl##ed_op#DIV#ed_cl#1/4 cup sugar or artificial sweetener to taste#ed_op#/DIV#ed_cl##ed_op#DIV#ed_cl#1/8 cup lemon juice#ed_op#/DIV#ed_cl##ed_op#DIV#ed_cl# #ed_op#/DIV#ed_cl##ed_op#DIV#ed_cl#Steep for 10-15 minutes. Pour into 2 liter container, add sweetener and lemon juice. Top up with ice cubes, chill and enjoy. #ed_op#/DIV#ed_cl##ed_op#DIV#ed_cl# #ed_op#/DIV#ed_cl##ed_op#DIV#ed_cl# #ed_op#/DIV#ed_cl#
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