Dr. Mindell's Home Remedies

Home Remedies:

I encourage you to give these remedies a try before you visit your drugstore. They are gentle and effective. And you won't have to worry about the dangerous side effects of most "modern" prescriptions and medicines.

An Apple A Day Keeps Cholesterol Away
Pectin, a form of soluble fiber found in foods such as apples and the pulpy portion of grapefruit, reduces cholesterol and helps prevent heart disease.

Yogurt for Yeast Infections
Yogurt contains a friendly bacteria called Acidophilus. Acidophilus has been shown to be effective against vaginal yeast and other infections caused by the fungus, Candida albicans.

Soy Foods Slow the Growth of Cancers
Genistein, a compound found in the urine of people who eat soy based products such as tofu and miso soup, blocks the growth of new capillaries that supply blood to some tumors. This is why the Japanese have such a low rate of certain forms of cancer.

Boron for Strong Bones
Boron is a trace mineral that has been ignored until recently. Boron is found in every type of fruit and vegetable, especially dried apricots and prunes. Boron works with calcium and magnesium to promote strong bones.

Copper Bracelets for Arthritis
Copper bracelets are a folk remedy against arthritis. Scientists used to dismiss this treatment as pure hokum; however studies have shown that copper bracelets do offer some relief from the pain and stiffness associated with arthritis.

Oysters and Pumpkin Seeds For the Male in You
Zinc is critical for the proper functioning of the male reproductive system. Good sources of zinc are lamb chops, oysters, pork, liver, eggs, brewer's yeast, milk, beans, wheat germ and pumpkin seeds. There are heavy concentrations of zinc in the male prostate gland, which is believed to regulate male sex drive. Zinc may also prevent the enlargement of the prostate gland, a frequent problem among older men.

Almonds for Longer Life and a Healthier Heart
It may sound nutty, but even though almonds are high in fat, they may be good for your heart! A major study of 26,000 members of the Seventh-Day Adventist Church showed that those who ate almonds, peanuts and walnuts at least 6 times a week had an average life span of 7 years longer than the general population, and a substantially lower rate of heart attack! Almonds are also neat because they are high in vitamin E and calcium.

Got Heartburn or High Blood Pressure.. Go Banannas
the average bananna is especially high in potassium, which is essential for proper blood pressure and heart function. In a recent study, patients with high blood pressure were put on a diet high in potassium were able to significantly reduce or eliminate their medication. Also, the bananna is a natural antacid, so if you are suffering from heartburn, try eating a bananna to quell the fire.

Blueberries For the 'Runs'
An old time remedy for diarrhea, blueberries contain compounds called anthocyanosides, which help to control the 'runs'. I wonder if they would help against the 'Rectal Leakage' problem caused by the new fat substitute, Olestra™.

Eat Your Broccoli
Broccoli is literally a superstar in the vegetable world because is contains so many compounds with important disease fighting properties. Broccoli is one of our weapons against cancers, and is especially potent against estrogen promoted cancers of the breast.

Celery, An Ancient Blood Pressure Treatment
For more than 2000 years, celery has been used by Oriental healers to treat high blood pressure. Paradoxically, Western physicians have cautioned their patients to avoid celery because it is relatively high in sodium compaired to other vegetables. Researchers at the University of Chicago have recently discovered that the ancient healers may have been right all along! Celery contains compounds that reduce high blood pressure by relaxing the smooth muscle lining the blood vessels. Once relaxed, blood flows more freely and pressure drops. Celery also may prevent psoriasis, a chronic skin condition.

Bad breath
Don't use mouthwash. Instead, take two to three Breath Assure capsules (made from parsley seed oil and sunflower oil). Breath Assure capsules are available by telephone and are advertised on National Radio programs.