IS CUCUMBER REALLY THAT WONDERFUL?

IS CUCUMBER REALLY THAT WONDERFUL?

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A friend forwarded me this mail.  I am sharing it because it's very interesting.  However, please be very discerning. I have not checked the veracity of any information here.  I do not even know where this article came from.  So, have fun reading it. Use wisdom and caution when trying the tips.  And own up.  Whatever the results, you were warned and you were the one who made the decision to try.

In short, don't blame me if you fall asleep after eating a cucumber. And don't blame the cucumber if people still shy away from you because of foul odor coming from your not-so-kissable mouth.  Even if you put 10 cucumbers at the roof of your mouth, the article didn't say you should stop brushing your teeth.  The cucumber is supposed to be a stop-gap measure. It was never meant to be a toothbrush, much less, a toothpaste.

Here goes:

"1. Cucumbers contain most of the vitamins you need.  Every day, just one cucumber contains Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Folic Acid, Vitamin C, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium and Zinc.

2. Feeling tired in the afternoon, put down the caffeinated soda and pick up a
Cucumber. Cucumbers are a good source of B Vitamins and Carbohydrates that can provide that Quick pick-me-up that can last for Hours.

3. Tired of your bathroom mirror fogging up after a shower? Try rubbing a
Cucumber slice along the mirror, it will eliminate the fog and provide a soothing, Spa-like fragrance.

4. Are grubs and slugs ruining your planting beds? Place a few slices in a small pie tin and your garden will be free of pests all season long. The chemicals in the cucumber react with the aluminum to give Off a scent undetectable to humans but drive garden pests crazy and make them flee the
Area.

5 Looking for a fast and easy way to remove cellulite before going out or to the pool? Try rubbing a slice or two of cucumbers along your problem area for a few minutes, the phytochemicals in the cucumber cause the collagen in your skin to tighten, firming up the outer layer and reducing the visibility of cellulite. Works great on wrinkles too!!!

6.. Want to avoid a hangover or Terrible headache? Eat a few cucumber slices
Before going to bed and wake up refreshed and Headache free. Cucumbers contain enough sugar, B Vitamins and electrolytes to replenish essential nutrients the body lost, keeping everything in equilibrium, avoiding both a hangover and
headache!!

7. Looking to fight off that afternoon or evening snacking binge? Cucumbers
Have been used for centuries and often used by European trappers, traders and explores for quick meals to thwart off starvation.

8. Have an important meeting or job interview and you realize that you don't have enough time to polish your shoes? Rub a freshly cut cucumber over the shoe, its chemicals will provide a Quick and durable shine that not only looks
great but also repels Water.

9. Out of WD 40 and need to fix a squeaky hinge? Take a Cucumber slice and rub it along the problematic Hinge, and voila, the squeak is gone!

10. Stressed out and don't have time for massage, Facial or visit to the spa? Cut up an entire Cucumber and place it in a boiling pot of water, the chemicals and nutrients from the cucumber will react with the boiling water and be released in the steam, creating a soothing, relaxing aroma that has been shown the reduce stress in new mothers and college students during final exams.

11. Just finish a business lunch and realize you don't have gum or Mints? Take a slice of cucumber and press it to the roof of your mouth with your tongue for 30 Seconds to eliminate bad breath, the Phytochemcials will kill the bacteria in your Mouth responsible for causing bad Breath.

12. Looking for a 'green' way to clean your faucets, sinks or stainless steel?
Take a slice of cucumber and rub it on the Surface you want to clean, not only will it Remove years of tarnish and bring back the Shine, but is won't leave streaks and won't harm You fingers or fingernails while you clean.

13. Using a Pen and made a mistake? Take the outside of the cucumber and slowly use it to erase the pen Writing, also works great on crayons and markers that the kids have used to decorate the walls!!"

Honey as Alternative Medicine

Healing with Honey

By EatingWell Editors, March/April 2009

The ancient Egyptians, Chinese, Greeks and Romans all considered honey a basic component of any first-aid kit and today, we’re hearing more and more about honey’s healing power. We sort through the claims and the science.
A Diet Helper?

In a 2008 study in the Journal of Food Science, scientists reported that rats that were fed a honey-sweetened diet gained 23 percent less weight than those that ate food spiked with refined sugar over one year. (One rat year equals about 20 human ones.) “The honey we used was high in antioxidants so it is possible that this led to greater fat burning,” says Lynne Chepulis, Ph.D., lead researcher and author of the book Healing Honey (Brown Walker Press, 2008). Chepulis points to research linking other antioxidant-rich foods (e.g., green tea) with speeding up your metabolism. But not all honeys are rich in antioxidants. Another study, published in the Journal of the American Dietetic Association, found that the most common type of honey—clover—doesn’t have many more antioxidants than refined sugar.

Bottom line: Research linking honey with weight-loss benefits is preliminary at best. Adding any sweetener to your diet without subtracting another can lead to weight gain.

A Cough syrup?

Researchers at Penn State University tested honey against dextromethorphan—the active ingredient in most cough medicines—as a cough suppressant in children and found honey to be more effective. Sweetness may be honey’s “active ingredient.” The brain part that registers sweet tastes and the part that causes coughing are located near each other so sensing sweetness may affect coughing, says author Ian M. Paul, M.D., who published the study in 2007 in the Archives of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine.

Bottom line: If you’re trying to soothe a child’s cough, or yours, try honey. Don’t give it to a baby younger than one: honey may contain spores of a bacteria that causes botulism, which an infant’s immature immune system can’t handle.
Relief from Allergies?

The theory is this: Honeybees gather pollen from the very plants that cause your itchy eyes, so consuming a small daily dose of the local honey—and subsequently these pollens—may stimulate your immune system and reduce allergies, explains Miguel P. Wolbert, an allergist and immunologist at the Allergy & Asthma Care Center in Evansville, Indiana. But the pollens that cause sneezing and congestion—such as ragweed—are windborne, while the pollens bees collect are too heavy to fly in the breeze. Windborne pollens can fall onto flowers, get picked up by bees and end up in honey, says Wolbert, “but it’s likely to be a very, very small amount.” Not enough to make a difference. And, so far, no clinical evidence shows that honey alleviates allergy symptoms.

Bottom line: It’s not likely that honey will help your allergies, says Wolbert, but, “I don’t tell my patients not to eat it.”

MY THOUGHTS

Awww!  My confidence in honey as an alternative medicine just got shot to pieces.

STRAWBERRIES AS ALTERNATIVE MEDICINE

Strawberries Show Promise in Fighting Esophageal Cancer

Published April 07, 2011

| FoxNews.com

A common fruit may be an alternative to drugs for the prevention of esophageal cancer, according to new research presented at the annual meeting of the American Association for Cancer Research in Orlando, Fla.

In a small study of 36 participants in China, researchers found that freeze-dried strawberries can help decrease the risk of getting this common cancer.

“We concluded from this study that six months of eating strawberries is safe and easy to consume,” said lead researcher Dr. Tong Chen, lead researcher and assistant professor, division of medical oncology, department of internal medicine at Ohio State University, said in a news release. “In addition, our preliminary data suggests that strawberries can decrease histological grade of precancerous lesions and reduce cancer-related molecular events.”

Chen and her team specifically studied esophageal squamous cell carcinoma (SCC), which makes up 95 percent of cases of esophageal cancer worldwide. For the study, the participants ate 60 grams of freeze-dried strawberries a day for six months. They also completed a dietary diary chronicling their strawberry consumption.

“Using freeze-dried strawberries was important because by removing the water from the berries, they concentrated the preventive substances by nearly tenfold,” Chen said.

After the six months was up, researchers biopsied specimens before and after strawberry consumption, and the results showed that 29 out of 36 participants experienced a decrease in histological grade of the precancerous lesions during the study.

“Our study is important because it shows that strawberries may slow the progression of precancerous lesion in the esophagus. Strawberries may be an alternative or work together with other chemopreventive drugs for the prevention of esophageal cancer. But, we will need to test this in randomized placebo-controlled trials in the future,” Chen said.

Esophageal cancer is the third most common gastrointestinal cancer, and the sixth most frequent cause of cancer death in the world, according to Chen.

Read more: http://www.foxnews.com/health/2011/04/06/strawberries-promise-fighting-esophageal-cancer/#ixzz1Izli8OZk

MY THOUGHTS

This is not yet official.  But strawberries is a great low-calorie anti-oxidant.  Why wait?

NATURAL OVERNIGHT PIMPLE TREATMENTS

Best Overnight Treatments for Pimples
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Keep your complexion zit-free with green methods that won't empty your pocket or would jeopardize the spotless condition of your skin. The best overnight treatments for pimples presented below offer you the chance to revolutionize your skin care routine and use eco-friendly methods in your body and skin care. Find out the miraculous effect of these well-known ingredients on acne.

An eye-popping zit might ruin our appearance especially as it might pop up before a special event as a date or a wedding. Those who are eager to get rid of it rather than mask it with makeup will need some emergency tricks to succeed. The world of cosmetics offers endless options to handle this problem, however some might not have the desired result. The best overnight treatments for pimples line up a parade of green tricks that would not have a harsh effect on your complexion and can spare you from the unpleasant experience of feeling embarrassed about the condition of your skin. Opt for these DIY treatments that help you pierce a few eco-friendly rituals into your skin care routine. These are some of the remedies to experiment with developed by cosmeticians fond of homemade skin care treatments.

Lemon Juice

# It might seem that it is a pretty harsh ingredients thanks to the high acid content. However it seems that using lemon juice to treat pimples you'll appeal to the magical effect of citric acid which has the perfect anti-bacterial effect to reduce swelling and redness and also help you handle the problem overnight. Extract the juice of a lemon then dip a cotton swab in it. Apply the juice to the pimples and make sure you repeat the ritual a few times during the night or afternoon. This is indeed one of the quick pimple treatments that would help you keep chemicals at a moderate distance.

Aspirin

# It might not be a purely green method however it can help you solve your skin dilemma. The beta hydroxy acid can do miracles with the inflammation and redness produced by a pimple.Grind the aspirin then mix it with a few drops of water until you get a fine paste. Get rid of the most stubborn zits by applying the paste to the surface of the skin.

# Thanks to its anti-inflammatory and anti-bacterial quality it will definitely unclog the pores and helps the skin to eliminate all the harmful substances. Leave the Aspirin on for at least 15 then rinse it off with pure water. Repeat the ritual if the results are not that satisfactory.

Apricot Juice

# Natural fruit juices are some of the most powerful anti-oxidants used in natural skin care. In order to get rid of an ugly zit make sure you extract the juice of a medium sized apricot. Dip a cotton swab into the lotion then apply it to the cleansed surface of the skin. This quick pimple fix will also spare you from the pain as well as redness joined by inflammation. Moreover it would also rule out the chance of the formation of acne scars after the zit is gone.

Honey and Cinnamon

# In order to make sure your pimple is gone by morning make sure you experiment with this soothing treatment. The recipe includes 1 tsp of honey mixed with ½ tsp of cinnamon. Mix the ingredients in a medium sized bowl and make sure you apply it to the delicate and affected areas.

# In order to secure the best conditions for the success of the treatment make sure you cove the pimple and the applied mixture with a band aid. Leave on the honey and cinnamon mixture overnight, as 8 hours is the minimum period for the treatment to exercise its beneficial and miraculous effect. In the morning you can rinse it off with tepid water.

MY THOUGHTS

so much for apricots. it's very expensive here. go for lemon juice or the aspirin.

Tea as an Alternative to Medicine

Have Another Cuppa Tea
By Aine McAteer
Original Content | March 26, 2010

Tea in the morning, tea in the evening,
tea at supper time,
You get tea when it's raining,
tea when it's snowing
tea when the weather's fine,
You get tea as a mid-day stimulant,
You get tea with your afternoon tea
For any old ailment or disease
For Christ sake have a cuppa tea
— The Kinks


On a recent visit to London, I took my Irish friend, Eileen, to one of my favorite London haunts: the Tea Palace on Westbourne Grove. With more than 100 different teas to choose from, the Tea Palace is heaven for an Irishwoman! However, after perusing the extensive tea menu, Eileen looked at me a little confused and asked, "Do you think they have ordinary tea?" What the heck was I thinking—that an Irishwoman was going to stray from tradition?

As someone who grew up in Ireland, I know just how much the teapot is a big part of our daily lives. As a child, I'd knit tea cozies to keep the brew warm, and on a winter's evening, my family would sit around the fire and drink tea. There was no such thing as what kind of tea—there was simply tea. Fortunately for Eileen, the Tea Palace was able to satisfy with a nice black tea with milk and sugar.


These days, there's a vast range of teas to choose from, and every time I go shopping, there seems to be even more. I confess to having strayed from the purity of my Irish roots and embracing a whole new world of teas. I've even tainted my mother, who never starts her day without her two cups of green tea and swears it's the fountain of youth.

I like to jump-start my day with a tea that has a little caffeine, like a white, green or jasmine tea. White tea has about 2 percent caffeine, while green and jasmine teas contain 5 percent. Since anything more than that (like black tea, which has between 10 and 20 percent caffeine) makes me a little overexcited, I tend to stick to those three. I also always have a bag of dried rosebuds among my tea collection, as it adds a lovely flavor and aroma when combined with white or green tea.


While teas do have distinct differences, black, white, green and oolong teas all come from a warm-weather evergreen tree called Camellia sinensis. The difference comes from the processing. As tea leaves are processed, they become darker, which means that white and green teas are less processed and therefore have lower levels of caffeine. Darker teas, by contrast, are dried, crushed and fermented.

Matcha Tea
Matcha is a powdered green tea used in traditional Japanese tea ceremonies. It is also used as an ingredient to flavor certain foods, like green tea ice cream or mochi, which is a traditional Japanese dish made from sticky rice. Matcha has become a popular drink because of its nutritional benefits—it is said to be high in a class of antioxidants known as cathechins, which are only found in green tea, and it is also a good source of chlorophyll as well as a natural mood enhancer.

Indian Chai
These days, I occasionally start my day with a cup of Indian chai made from black tea, along with a squirt of a wonderful liquid chai spice mix that I found recently, a spoonful of honey or maple syrup and some warmed hemp milk or soy silk creamer (the hazelnut or vanilla Silk creamer is quite a delicious treat in tea).

Rooibos Tea
If I'm having my chai later in the day, in order to avoid the 10 to 20 percent caffeine found in black tea, I'll use a Rooibos tea instead. Rooibos, also known as African Redbush tea, has become very popular recently. It was traditionally used in Africa to treat various health problems, including infant colic, digestive problems, asthma and allergies. It is also said to be high in antioxidants, and it is completely caffeine-free, so it can be enjoyed at any time of day.

Yerba Mate Tea
Yerba Mate, a tea native to the rainforests of Brazil and Argentina, is another tea that has gained popularity recently, again because of its high antioxidant properties and other nutritional benefits. I enjoy its smoky flavor and find it a wonderful tea to offer people who want to cut back on drinking coffee, as Yerba Mate has a stimulating effect from its naturally occurring caffeine, but without irritating the nervous system as coffee can.

Kukicha Tea
Kukicha tea, also known as Bancha tea, is a staple in the macrobiotic diet. It is often referred to as "three-year tea" because it is made from the tea tree's twigs, stems and coarse leaves that have matured for up to three years in paper bags. Kukicha tea is said to be highly alkalizing, which is beneficial, as the majority of people tend to consume a diet rich in acid-forming foods such as meat, sugar, dairy products and refined carbohydrates. It is also a good source of calcium, zinc, selenium, copper and magnesium and is high in antioxidants.


Throughout my day, I enjoy a range of teas for their therapeutic benefits. These days, I'm drinking an Ayurvedic concoction made from a range of spices, to which I add fresh ginger. In Ayurveda, herbal blends are used therapeutically to balance the constitution and treat various conditions.


Learn which healing herbs and spices help treat health conditions

Benefits of Tea

Studies have shown that teas are high in the antioxidant Polyphenols, which have anti-carcinogenic properties among other health benefits such as lowered cholesterol levels.


Healing Herbs and Spices

Fresh or dried herbs and spices can be brewed into a soothing tea to treat various health conditions.

•Nettles help build blood and are also beneficial to treating urinary tract infections.
•Ginger and mint are helpful for digestion and upset stomachs.
•Rosemary is good for treating headaches.
•Dandelion leaf and root are excellent liver tonics and help clear toxins from the body.
•Chamomile and valerian are relaxants and promote sound sleep.
•Lavender is soothing to the nervous system and relieves stress.
•Wild rose hips are high in vitamin C and good for treating cold and flu.
•Sage tea is excellent for treating infection and inflammation. It is also said to be calming to the nervous system and to help control night sweats during menopause.
•Raspberry leaf supports the female hormonal system. It promotes healthy menstruation and is recommended to strengthen and tone the uterus in preparation for pregnancy.
•Fennel seeds are very effective for digestive problems such as gas, cramping and acid indigestion.
•Dried lotus root powder helps dissolve and clear mucus congestion from the lungs and bronchial tubes. Its action is enhanced with the addition of a few drops of fresh ginger juice.
•Lemongrass is commonly brewed up as a tea in Thailand. It is a diuretic and is said to have antifungal properties and benefit the digestive system, reducing gas and bloating.
•Cornsilk is a well-known tonic for bladder and urinary tract infections. It is also diuretic and helps clear toxins from the body.



Brewing Tea

When making white or green tea, it's important not to add boiling water, as it will make the tea bitter. You can bring the water to a boil and let it sit for about a minute before adding it to the tea leaves. Alternatively, you can add a little cold water and top up with boiling water.

Herbal teas can be soaked for anywhere from three to 10 minutes. For more therapeutic benefits, I like to soak them for longer or simmer them lightly. I also like to use a glass pot for brewing my tea, as I love to see the color of the tea as it brews!


In general, I prefer to use loose-leaf tea and truly enjoy when I can pick fresh herbs and flowers from the garden to whip up a magical brew. Tea to me is alchemy—a way to transform my moods, lift my spirits and share with friends. For a special treat, accompany your afternoon tea with a slice of my Fruity Spiced Tea Cake, which as been created especially for my readers on Oprah.com.

Oh, and in case you were wondering —my favorite tea-and-herb combination? Silver needle white tea with rosebuds.

Enjoy!

Aine

MY THOUGHTS

tea -love it. got into the habit of drinking tea when i went to sri lanka. they have all kinds and one of the best.

Healthy Spices as Alternative Medicine

6 of the World's Healthiest Spices
Spices to save your life.
By Joyce Hendley, November/December 2010

Modern science is beginning to uncover the ultimate power of spices and herbs, as weapons against illnesses from cancer to Alzheimer’s disease. “We’re now starting to see a scientific basis for why people have been using spices medicinally for thousands of years,” says Bharat Aggarwal, Ph.D., professor at the University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Center in Houston and author of the upcoming Healing Spices (Sterling, January 2011).

Aggarwal notes that in his native India, where spices tend to be used by the handful, incidence of diet-related diseases like heart disease and cancer have long been low. But when Indians move away and adopt more Westernized eating patterns, their rates of those diseases rise. While researchers usually blame the meatier, fattier nature of Western diets, Aggarwal and other experts believe that herbs and spices—or more precisely, the lack of them—are also an important piece of the dietary puzzle. “When Indians eat more Westernized foods, they’re getting much fewer spices than their traditional diet contains,” he explains. “They lose the protection those spices are conveying.”

While science has yet to show that any spice cures disease, there’s compelling evidence that several may help manage some chronic conditions (though it’s always smart to talk with your doctor). And of course, seasoning your dishes with spices allows you to use less of other ingredients linked with health problems, such as salt, added sugars and sources of saturated fat. What’s not to love? Here we’ve gathered six of the healthiest spices and herbs enjoyed around the world.

1. Sage »

Pairs well with: Squashes; parsley; rosemary; thyme; walnuts
May help: Preserve memory, soothe sore throats.
Recipe to try: Sweet Potato & Turnip Mash with Sage Butter and More Sage Recipes

Today’s herbalists recommend sipping sage tea for upset stomachs and sore throats; one study found that spraying sore throats with a sage solution gave effective pain relief. And whoever gave the herb the wisdom-connoting “sage” moniker may have been onto something: preliminary research suggests the herb may improve some symptoms of early Alzheimer’s disease by preventing a key enzyme from destroying acetylcholine, a brain chemical involved in memory and learning. In another study, college students who took sage extracts in capsule form performed significantly better on memory tests, and their moods improved.

2. Rosemary »

Pairs well with: Potatoes; citrus; honey; garlic; onions; chile peppers
May help: Enhance mental focus, fight foodborne bacteria.
Recipe to try: Rosemary Flatbread with Yellow Split Pea Spread and More Rosemary Recipes

In ancient Greece, scholars wore rosemary garlands to help them study—and one recent study found that people performed better on memory and alertness tests when mists of aromatic rosemary oil were piped into their study cubicles. Rosemary is often used in marinades for meats and poultry, and there’s scientific wisdom behind that tradition: rosmarinic acid and other antioxidant compounds in the herb fight bacteria and prevent meat from spoiling, and may even make cooked meats healthier. In March, Kansas State University researchers reported that adding rosemary extracts to ground beef helped prevent the formation of heterocyclic amines (HCAs)—cancer-causing compounds produced when meats are grilled, broiled or fried.

3. Turmeric »

Pairs well with: Garlic; citrus; ingredients in curry powder, such as coriander & cumin
May help: Quell inflammation, inhibit tumors.
Recipe to try: Golden Turmeric Latkes with Applesauce and More Turmeric Recipes

In India, turmeric paste is applied to wounds to speed healing; people sip turmeric tea to relieve colds and respiratory problems. Modern medicine confirms some solid-gold health benefits as well; most are associated with curcumin, a compound in turmeric that has potent antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties. Curcumin has been shown to help relieve pain of arthritis, injuries and dental procedures; it’s also being studied for its potential in managing heart disease, diabetes and Alzheimer’s disease.

Researcher Bharat Aggarwal is bullish on curcumin’s potential as a cancer treatment, particularly in colon, prostate and breast cancers; preliminary studies have found that curcumin can inhibit tumor cell growth and suppress enzymes that activate carcinogens.

4. Chile Pepper »
Pairs well with: Ginger; chocolate; beans; beef
May help: Boost metabolism.
Recipe to try: Paprika & Red Pepper Soup with Pistachio Puree and More Chile Pepper Recipes

Chiles, which create sensations of heat, from mild to fiery, are especially prized in hot climates since, ironically, the spice helps trigger the body’s natural cooling systems. Studies show that capsaicin—a pungent compound in hot chiles—revs up the body’s metabolism and may boost fat burning, but the jury is still out on whether that translates to long-term weight loss. Recent research found that capsinoids, similar but gentler chemicals found in milder chile hybrids, have the same effects—so even tamer sweet paprika packs a healthy punch. Capsaicin may also lower risk of ulcers by boosting the ability of stomach cells to resist infection by ulcer-causing bacteria and help the heart by keeping “bad” LDL cholesterol from turning into a more lethal, artery-clogging form.

5. Ginger »

Pairs well with: Soy sauce; citrus; chile peppers; garlic
May help: Soothe an upset stomach, fight arthritis pain.
Recipe to try: Ginger-Marinated Leg of Lamb with Israeli Couscous & Kale and More Ginger Recipes

Traditionally used to relieve colds and stomach troubles, ginger is rich in inflammation-fighting compounds, such as gingerols, which some experts believe may hold promise in fighting some cancers and reducing arthritis pain. In a recent study, people who took ginger capsules daily for 11 days reported 25 percent less muscle pain when they performed exercises designed to strain their muscles (compared with a similar group taking placebo capsules). Another study found that ginger extract injections helped relieve osteoarthritis pain of the knee. And ginger’s reputation as a stomach soother seems deserved: studies show ginger extracts can help reduce nausea caused by morning sickness or following surgery or chemotherapy, though it’s less effective for motion sickness.

6. Cinnamon »

Pairs well with: Cloves; nutmeg; allspice; chocolate; fruit; nuts
May help: Stabilize blood sugar.
Recipe to try: Cinnamon Bread Pudding with Cranberry-Raisin Sauce and More Cinnamon Recipes

Cinnamon was prized by King Solomon and used by the ancient Greeks and Romans to boost appetite and relieve indigestion. A few studies suggest that adding cinnamon to food—up to a teaspoon a day, usually given in capsule form—might help people with type 2 diabetes better control their blood sugar, by lowering post-meal blood-sugar spikes. Other studies suggest the effects are limited at best.

MY THOUGHTS

i can live without salt but not spices. i splurge on them. better stock up on sage and rosemary for memory. and ginger for muscle pain. cinnamon, well i love it but i don't thinkmy appetite needs boosting.