Saturday, July 30, 2011

A blood group

BLOOD TYPE A

THE CULTIVATOR

· The first vegetarian

· Reaps what he sows

· Sensitive digestive tract

· Tolerant Immune system

· Adapts well to settled dietary and environmental conditions

· Requires agrarian diet to stay lean and productive

FOODS THAT ENCOURAGE WEIGHT GAIN

· Meat Poorly digested, stored as fat, increases digestive toxins

· Dairy inhibits nutrient metabolism

· Kidney beans interfere with digestive enzymes; slow metabolic rate

· Lima Beans interfere with digestive enzymes; slow metabolic rate

· Wheat (a lot) impairs insulin efficiency; impairs caloric utilization

FOODS THAT ENCOURAGE WEIGHT LOSS

  • Vegetable Oils Aids efficient digestion; prevent fluid retention; metabolize quickly
  • Soy foods Aids efficient digestion; metabolize quickly
  • Vegetables Aids efficient digestion; increase intestinal mobility

EXTRAS

  • Type A’s generally produce more mucous than other types
  • Supplement focus is on supercharging the immune system, supplying cancer-fighting antioxidants, preventing infections and strengthening the heart
  • Useful supplements like Hawthorn for the heart, immune stimulating herbs like Echinacea and Astragalus, calming herbs like valerian and chamomile, quercetin, Milk Thistle and probiotic supplements
  • Exercises like Tai Chi, Yoga and walking are best.

Adapted from the book “Eat Right for your Blood Type” Peter D’Adamo

FOOD TABLES FOR TYPE A

BENEFICIAL BENEFICIAL NEUTRAL NEUTRAL AVOID AVOID

   

Chicken

Turkey

 

Bacon

Ham

Beef

Duck

Heart

Veal

Goose

Pork

Pheasant

Rabbit

Venison

Carp

Cod

Grouper

Mackeral

Monkfish

Red Snapper

Rainbow trout

Salmon

Sardines

Sea Trout

Silver perch

Snail

Whitefish

Yellow Perch

Abalone

Albacore tuna

Ocean perch

Pike

Sea Bass

Shark

Snapper

Swordfish

White perch

yellowtail

Anchovy

Barracuda

Beluga

Bluefish

Catfish

Caviar

Clam

Crab

Crayfish

Eel

Flounder

Gray sole

Haddock

Halibut

Herring

Lobster

Mussels

Oysters

Scallops

Shrimp

Sole

Squid

Soy Cheese

Soy milk

Feta

Goat cheese

Goat milk

Kefir

Mozzarella

Ricotta

Yogurt

Yogurt with fruit

Yogurt, frozen

American

Blue

Brie

Butter

Buttermilk

Camembert

Cheddar

Colby

Cottage

Cream cheese

Edam

Gonda

Gruyere

Ice cream

Monterey Jack

Parmesan

Sherbet

Skim or 2%

Swiss

Whey

Whole milk

Flaxseed Oil

Olive Oil

Canola Oil

Cod liver Oil

Corn oil

Cottonseed oil

Sesame Oil

Peanut oil

Safflower Oil

Pumpkin seeds

Peanut butter

Peanuts

Almonds

Chestnuts

Macadamia

Pine

Sunflower seeds

Tahini

Almond butter

Filberts

Pecans

Sesame seeds

Poppy seeds

Walnuts

Brazil

Pistachio

Cashew

Aduke beans

Pinto beans

Black

Green beans

Azuki beans

Black eyed peas

Pinto beans

Lentils (gr/red)

Broad beans

Fava beans

Snap beans

String beans

Cannelini beans

Green peas

Pea Pods

White beans

Snow peas

Copper beans

Navy beans

Garbanzo beans

Lima beans

Kidney beans

Tamarind beans

Red beans

Amaranth

Buckwheat

Kasha

 

Barley

Cornflakes

Cornmeal

Cream of rice

Kamut

Millet, puffed

Oat bran

Oatmeal

Rice, puffed.

Rice bran

Spelt

Cream of wheat

Granola

Grape nuts

Seven grain

Wheat bran

Shredded wheat

Wheat germ

Essene bread

Ezekiel bread

Rice cakes

Soya flour bread

Sprouted wheat bread

Bagels, wheat

Brown rice bread

Millet

100% rye

Rye vita

Spelt bread

Corn muffins

Gluten free bread

Rice cakes

Rye crisps

Soy flour bread

Wasa bread

Oatbran muffins

Durum wheat

English muffins

Multigrain bread

Pumpernickel;

Wheat bran muffins

High protein bread

Matzos

Whole wheat bread

Buckwheat

Oat flour

Rice flour

Rye Flour

Soba Noodles

Artichoke pasta

Cous Cous

Barley flour Bulgar flour

Rice, brown

Rice, wild

Rice, white

Gluten flour

Spelt flour

Quinoa

Rice, basmati

Rice flour

Pasta semolina

White flour

Spinach pasta

Whole wheat flour

Artichoke

Beet leaves

Broccoli

Carrots

Chicory

Collard greens

Dandeloin

Garlic

Horseradish

Kale

Kohlrabi

Leek

Lettuce

Okra

Onions,red

Onions, radish

Onions, yellow

Parley

Parsnips

Pumpkin

Spinach

Sprouts, alfalfa

Swiss chard

Tempeh

Tofu

turnips

Asparagus

Avocado

Bamboo shoots

Beets

Bok Choy

Carraway

Cauliflower

Celery

Chevril

Corriander

Corn

Cucumber

Daikon

Endive

Fennel

Lettuce

Mushroom (all)

Olives, green

Onions, green

Raddichio

Rutabaga

Scallion

Seaweed

Sprouts, Brussels

Sprouts, mung

Squash

Water chestnut

Watercress

Zucchini

Chinese Cabbage

Cabbage, red, white

Eggplant

Olives, black, greek Spanish

Peppers, green

Peppers, red

Peppers, yellow

Peppers, sweet

Potatoes, red

Potatoes, sweet

Potatoes, white

Tomatoes

Yams

Apricots

Blackberries

Blueberries

Boysenberries

Cherries

Cranberries

Figs, fresh or dried

Grapefruit

Lemons

Pineapple

Plums, all

Prunes

raisons

Apples

Currents,red

Currents,black

Dates

Grapes

Guava

Kiwi

Limes

Loganberries

watermelon

Nectarines

Peaches

Pears

Pomegranates

Prickly pears

Raspberries

Star fruit

Other melon

strawberries

Banana

Papaya

Oranges

Rhubarb

Tangerines

mangoes

Coconuts

Honeydew

Rock melon

Juices-

Apricot

Carrot

Celery

Black cherry

prune

Grapefruit

Pineapple

Prune

Water with lemon

Apple

Apple cider

Cabbage

cranberry

Cucumber

Grape

Veggie juices

Orange

papaya

tomato

Barley malt

Blackstrap mol.

Garlic

Ginger

mustard

Soy sauce

Agar

Almond extract

Arrowroot

Basil

Bergamont

Cardamon

cinnamon

Clove

Cream of tarter

Dill

Honey

Apple butter jelly

Allspice

Anise

Carob

Bay leaf

Brown rice syrup

Chevril

Chocolate

Coriander

Cumin

Horseradish

Marjoram

Miso

Mustard (dry)

Pimiento

Jam

Salad dressing

Capers

Gelatin, plain

Pepper, white

Apple cider vin.

Ketchup

Worcestershire

mayonnaise

Red wine vinegar

Balsalmic vinegar

White vinegar

Wintergreen

Pickles, dill and sweet

radish

Herbs-

Alfalfa

Aloe

Burdock

Chamomile

Echinacea

Fenugreek

Ginger

Ginseng

Green tea

Hawthorn

Milk thistle

Rosehips

St. johns wort

Slippery elm

valerian

Chickweed

Dandelion

Dong quai

Elder

Gentian

Goldenseal

Hops

Licorice root

Mullein

Parsley

peppermint

Raspberry leaf

Sage

Senna

Sarsparilla

Shepherds purse

Skullcap

Spearmint

Thyme

Vervain

White birch

White oak bark

yarrow

Catnip

Cayenne

Cornsilk

Red clover

Rhubarb

Yellow dock

Coffee decaf

Coffee regular

Tea, green

Red wine

White wine

 

Beer

Distilled liquor

Seltzer water

Club soda

Cola

Black tea

Wednesday, July 13, 2011

Better Homes and Gardens Pitch

I have had the best week – will recap soon. I am just sending my pitch off to Better Homes and Gardens… Common’ you good thing!

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Sustainable Gardening or Organics

Naturopath and herbalist, Sam Beau Patrick would love to host a segment for average Australians wanting to grow their own vegetables and herbs. Over time the segment could expand to include all aspects of eco-friendly living in the domestic setting (chicken hatch, grey water usage etc).

Consumers are enquiring and demanding more “cleaner” produce in Australia and with Peak Oil being reached, it is now that people are starting to look towards self sufficiency, even in urban environments. Globally organics are growing at 10-15% (the fastest growing food sector) and in Australia 6 in 10 people buy organics occasionally.

It is even more topical at the moment due to the current Carbon Tax debate.

The segment will draw a new audience and will inspire the current audience. No other television station is hosting such a segment at the moment. Alternative stories can include children as growing vegetables is a wonderful way to introduce children to the yard.

Youtube clip: http://youtu.be/7QJ4s511fjw

Segment suggestions

1. Plant an organic balcony garden with your own herbs

2. Visiting families who have planted their own garden and ask them about their tips and favorite foods to grow

3. Herbs and their healing qualities (eg sage, thyme)

4. Visits to organic farms, markets and talking with farmers about reasons why growing vegetables and gardening are so good for individuals and families.

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Why Sam?

Sam offers a unique health perspective in that she is a Naturopath, Nutritionist, Herbalist, Nurse and worked for 10 years in the pharmaceutical industry. She is up-to-date with the latest research and is an avid promoter of good health.

She has appeared on Today, Sunrise, News segments, Today Tonight have filmed her 3 times, and many other interviews.

She is highly committed to the getting a garden segment on commercial television and believes the partnering with Better Homes and Gardens would be a great match. She is a mother of 3 and has a strong community that is the same demographic as Better homes and Gardens, so she knows she can pitch and inspire this group.

My branding is overalls with bright coloured t-shirts and caps.

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Please contact Sam direct to discuss further.

Contact: Sam Beau Patrick Mobile: 0405 669 135 E: sam@healthqueen.com.au

This proposal is written by Sam Beau Patrick, for the express consideration for the Executive Producers of Better Homes and Gardens, but is not to be used without consultation to Sam. The ideas expressed are IP belonging to Sam Beau Patrick.

Monday, July 11, 2011

Are hair straightening products safe?

The short answer is NO!

hair product

Most hair straightening products use formaldehyde. Which is a naturally occurring gas and is linked to leukaemia. Here are some facts:

1. Formaldehyde (which I will call by its chemical name FA) – is the substance used in murder movies to asphyxiate people (often leading to death). If you watch the people, they choke, splutter and struggle to breath and they usually rub their eyes. These are the acute side affects of FA. It is also used in nail polish (hence the overwhelming odour and the reason planes ban you from doing your nails inflight). And other areas of use are in fabrics (which is why you should always wash your clothes before you wear them for the first time), wood work and the automotive industry.

2. Long term FA does a few nasty things – it strip our DNA , it breaks our protein chains, but more importantly it interfers with nitric oxide which is a necessary part of our inflammatory/stress system. If this is suppressed we create loads of free radicals  which cause cancer

3. Long Term FA also causes infertility issues and hormone problems (in China one study reported occupational exposure of FA caused 70% period abnormalities, compared to 17% control). FA is widely used in cars, fumes and smog which is one reason why cancers such as breast and ovarian cancers are on the increase in first world countries.

4. FA is well known to cause leukaemia which is the nastiest blood born cancer, and if it doesn’t affect the mum it can affect the baby – and seeing as hair dressing is mainly a female dominated industry, this is a concern

5. Short term exposure is can cause eye problems, skin irritation and breathing issues.

6. It is long term exposure that is the greatest concern and considering that in 2005 there were 124,000 new hair dressing apprenticeships handed out  (I couldn’t find stats on current numbers of hair dressers) it is a MAJOR concern.

7. Are the ACCC on to it quick enough? This is interesting. The ACCC usually only respond when complaints from consumers hit a certain point which is a shame in Australia and for Australians. The EU banned FA in 2007, the USA passed a bill last year in the building industry and the use FA and restrictions. Sweden and Japan banned it from cosmetics and yet we have done nothing. I get a little annoyed at the ACCC (they get so much funding, are meant to protect consumers and often appear like a sleeping watch dog, not the “watch dog” that they claim – but that is a personal opinion).

8. Do we need to worry – YES! Do hair dressers and nail techs need to know about it – YES. Should consumers know about it – YES! Straight hair at the potential expense of your health – crazy. I am sure if most people were aware, they would look for another option.

Tuesday, July 5, 2011

Clip on Gluten

This is where you will find gluten and what it can do in your body… every parent needs to know this stuff!

 

Toddlers to Teens TV with me talking…

Monday, June 6, 2011

Tips for fighting the Common Cold

This year you may be in for a cough or cold. And its considered “normal and healthy” to have 1-2 per year.

Children will have more and as do the elderly (nutrition status, exposure to other sick people and pre-existing diseases makes a big impact on this).

Typically you know you have a cold if you have a headache, runny nose, sneezing, blocked nose or sore throat. To distinguish it from influenza (the “flu”), which is usually caused by the same thing – a virus – but leads to more severe symptoms. These include body aches, joint aches, headaches, loss of appetite, fevers, nightmares (usually due to the high temperatures), low energy, and upper respiratory symptoms (runny nose etc) but you can also have bowel symptoms (tummy aches, diarrhea) as the lymph glands around the bowel can become inflamed.

Prevention is definitely one of those “health conditions” that is best prevented with a few strategies. The greatest impact on health has not been due to major medical break-throughs like penicillin and vaccines. In fact the biggest improvement in mortality and life has been due to things that I call “healthy hygiene habits”, such as hand washing. Healthy hygiene habits are things that you do, that don’t necessarily give you “big bang for buck” at the time. For example, you may not feel any improvement by doing them. But it is the absence of doing them that leave you wide open for disease and in this case, the cold or flu. Healthy Hygiene Habits for avoiding the cold and flu:
1. Wash your hands routinely after going to the toilet, after blowing your nose, after handling money
2. Use a sanitary wipe (organic and natural wipes are now available) to wipe virus and organisms from your hands before eating
3. Use wipes or preferable wash your hands after handling pets.
4. Have your own water bottle to drink from at sporting events, in schools, at work (i.e. don’t share drinking vessels – including straws, mugs, drink bottles)
5. Cover your mouth when you cough, or nose if you sneeze
6. Use disposable tissues not hankies
7. Dispose of tissues after a blow. Make sure you have lots of tissues on hand
8. Mouth hygiene is very important – brush and floss regularly. Organic, chemical free mouthwashes are very effective.
9. Take extra care when using public commodities e.g.: trains and buses, planes, public toilets and assume that others do not have the same healthy hygiene matters as you. Be prepared

Wednesday, May 11, 2011

Hot slow cooker chicken

Ingredients (use organic, hormones free and fresh where possible):

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1/2 bunch of corriander choppedIMG_1712

1/2 bunch parsley chopped

1 pinch of cayenne pepper

6 chicken drumsticks

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1 jar of organic tomato sauce

2 organic capsicums chopped

1/2 bunch of chopped spinach

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Method:

Place all the ingredients into a slow cooker. Turn on slow. Watch the meal take place over the day.

Within 30 mins of you wanting a delicious meal, add chopped spinach.

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