The Watermelon Cure

Apart from the fact that it hydrates us (being about 90% water) and thus is ideal in diets, the watermelon is so rich in vitamins and minerals that we can fairly say that this fruit should be consumed daily. Eating watermelon while you are on a low calorie diet will help you get the necessary nutrients. The watermelon diet is recommended for those who want to lose weight and suffer from kidney problems or stomach ulcers. It is very good because the watermelon contains very little sugar and is rich in antioxidants, water, potassium and vitamins. A watermelon is the perfect cure if you take it for a minimum of 10 days per month during the hot season. Eat also the sweet-sour pulp near the shell, because there are more enzymes and organic acids in there that have a strong role in detoxification. Because of its sweet taste and the lack of cholesterol, the watermelon can be served as dessert, not necessarily the main course. Watermelon diet will give you potassium and vitamins A, C and B6. And because watermelon is about 90% water, it quenches your thirst and gives you a daily ration of moisture. This fruit also contains enzymes, organic acids, and the hydration helps clean the kidneys and urinary tract. The watermelon cure is not fixed, it implies only eating lots of watermelon.

Celery - the most nourishing vegetable

The celery - Apium graveolens - is a low-keyed plant that can be grown anywhere in the world, it is known from ancient times for its aphrodisiac qualities. It has a strong taste, its leaves are very tasty if eaten raw and can be a nice snack with white sauce.

Unfortunately celery belongs to a small group of edibles (pretty much like the peanuts) that can generate severe allergies. This allergen does not get destroyed in the

process of cooking. Once you know you are not allergic to it, keep in mind that celery has a lot of benefits. It is of big help in diets, being a vegetable containing negative calories. Both the root and the leaves are great in salads, soups, or any kind of meals. 100g of celery contain 14 calories. The celery has lots of vitamin C, and therefore it is good to eat when you feel weak and in need of revitalization. In the traditional Chinese medicine celery is used as medicine against hypertension. Celery juice is a good detoxifier.

How to cook it? To benefit of all its qualities, celery must be eaten raw. You can grate it and put it in salads, or you can steam it. The advantage is that celery can be kept for long time without loosing its qualities. Peel the root and pack it in plastic foil: you will be able to keep it in the refrigerator for weeks!

Lose weight with almonds

Is it true that almonds help loosing weight? They are rich in fats! Recent studies have proved that almonds are of big help when you are on a diet. Make sure you always have almonds with you. When you feel you are getting hungry, eat one almond at a time. It has been observed that people that eat almonds or nuts do not gain weight, and that is because, since almonds, walnuts and hazelnuts are very nourishing, you do not eat so much during the day. Almonds contain nourishing ingredients that reduce the cholesterol level without making us fat.

Yarrow tea - remedy for menstrual cramps

If you want to get rid of menstrual cramps, drink yarrow (Achillea millefolium) tea sweetened with honey. It is best to start the cure one or two days before the period, but it especially important to drink the tea during the first day of the period. One cup of tea in the morning, before breakfast, and one in the evening before going to bed, will help a lot. The day you feel the period is about to start drink immediately a cup of yarrow tea and if possibly rest. Drink the tea slowly, without haste.