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Top Three FoodsTo Detox Your Liver and Prevent Liver Disease

Josse Ford — Mon, 06 May 2013 17:51:58 +0000

Chronic liver disease or cirrhosis is the 12th leading cause of death in the United States while liver disease is the 4th leading cause of death in the United States between the ages of 45 and 54 years. However, there is hope for us all! Our body has an incredible power to heal when provided [...]

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Spring is Here, Time to Detox the Liver

Josse Ford — Sat, 20 Apr 2013 23:58:48 +0000

Spring is a new beginning, a time of renewal after the hibernation and heavy foods of the winter. In Chinese medicine, the element associated with spring is wood. Wood exemplifies the energy of upward growth, and new beginnings. Wood is also associated with Wind, which can burst through and overcome obstacles. It represents a time [...]

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Why You Should Add the Spice Turmeric to your Daily Nutrition Program

Josse Ford — Mon, 24 Sep 2012 19:57:45 +0000

Tumeric is a powerful Ayurvedic spice which is also used in Chinese medicine. Everyone should have some in the kitchen cabinet. The main active ingredient in tumeric is curcumin. Curcumin (from Curcuma longa) is the orange-yellow pigment that gives the spice turmeric its unique color. Tumeric is the main ingredient in curry powder.

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Everything you need to know about Chinese nutrition and the art of longevity

Josse Ford — Mon, 11 Jun 2012 20:01:08 +0000

Even though I'm an acupuncturist and herbalist my primary tool for helping people get well is through the cornerstone of food. I have made an in-depth study of integrative nutrition encompassing a wide range of diets from macrobiotic to Paleolithic to raw foods. However, I fell in love with Chinese nutrition because of it's traditional focus on longevity and the prevention of illness through proper diet and lifestyle.

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Top Three Superfoods to Supercharge Your Goals for 2012

Josse Ford — Thu, 15 Mar 2012 23:37:05 +0000

Are you ready for transformation in the Year of the Dragon? According to the Chinese horoscope the Year of the Dragon, is an auspicious time for starting new businesses or projects and making money. Checklist Make a list of your top 5 goals for 2012 (Hint: Make them fun, giving you a feeling of excitement [...]

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Today is the start of 2012, The Year of the Dragon

Josse Ford — Tue, 24 Jan 2012 00:32:55 +0000

The Chinese New Year is symbolized by a new animal zodiac, determined by a 12-year cycle. Today starts the Year of the Dragon, considered a very auspicious year. In ancient times the dragon was a symbol reserved for the Chinese emperor, and it is considered to be an extremely powerful sign. Chinese New Year celebrations traditionally lasts 15 [...]

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World’s toughest woman athlete is a superfood vegan

Josse Ford — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 00:41:58 +0000

Juliana Sproles, aged 42, from Ojai, California placed first in the grueling "The World’s Toughest Mudder" event. Considered the toughest competition on the planet, the course was designed by military Special Forces. It involves running a 10-12 mile obstacle course through subzero temperatures while overcoming treacherous mud, water, and ropes obstacles.

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Why Water Is Crucial to Your Anti-Aging Program

Josse Ford — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 00:49:10 +0000

Do you understand how important water is to your well-being? It is the cornerstone of any program for radiant health and peak performance. Our bodies are about 70% water and our brains are about 89%. Water, the chief solvent of the body, regulates all functions, including the activity of the solutes it dissolves and circulates.

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