I have often been outspoken about the ‘Cancer Industry” here in the united states.  It is big business, whether you realize it or not.

Hospitals, clinics, and pharmaceutical companies make enormous profits from treating patients with cancer.

People don’t die from the cancer they die from the treatment.    As Deepak Chopra, MD has said, “Cancer is nothing more than a cell that has forgotten how to die.”   This seems like such a simple answer, and it is.  Our cells are constantly dying off and regenerating themselves.  A cancer cell has had something out of the ordinary happen to effect it’s cellular memory so that it continues to grow in a manner that attacks the body.

Perhaps this video can shed even more clarity.  Could prevention be as simple as sticking with an alkalizing diet to keep fungus at bay.

Whenever my brother and his wife come for a visit I am reminded of the challenges that many people face when traveling.  One of them is trying to maintain good healthy nutrition while traveling.

It can be even tougher if you are an athlete, like my brother is.  He runs about 60 miles a week.  For years I have seen him stock up on Power Bars to meet his nutritional needs while on the run.

Being an advocate of whole, living and nutrient rich foods I finally approached this subject with him a few weeks ago.  While power bars can be “the lesser of all evils”, I have continued to wonder where is the life force in these foods.  They taste like chemicals to me, so artificial.  They are prepackaged, processed and full of preservatives.

Much of my health research has gone into the damaging long term effects that these factor can have in creating inflammation and aging in our bodies.  So I have had great incentive to create a simple, quick and easy recipe for an “On the Run” ,real food, power bar.

Not to worry, they taste great and there is a chocolate version.  They are loaded with foods high in antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties to enhance  and sustain long term energy…….now that’s powerful.

I make up a batch, cut them in squares and throw them in the fridge or freezer.  They travel well and will fit in a purse or carry on bag. 

The Natural Health Maven “On the Run” Power Bar

1 cup dried figs

1/2 cup dates

1 cup chia seeds…(yes, Chia, like the Pet)  one of the most nutrient dense seeds on the planet!

1/2 cup hemp seeds

1/2 sesame seeds

water

optional: you can add some raw cacoa powder, and/or cayenne pepper for a little heat and spice….or put a few drops lemon, orange,or peppermint essential oil for all natural flavor variety.

Soak figs and dates in water until softened., about 1 hour.  Drain the fruits and process in a food  processor.  Slowly add the seeds an pulse to incorporate the mixture.  You can play with the amounts …if it’s too sticky add more seeds.

Press the mixture into a pan lined with plastic wrapand chill until firm, at least 1hour.  I sometimes toss them in the freezer if I’m in a hurry……Okay, most of the time.

Cut into squares and store in the fridge or freezer.  these don’t last long in my house so they are usually fine in the fridge.

So simple and so good……superior nutrition for any one on the run.

No doubt some of the recent economic events could take a toll on peoples health.

Here is Natural Health Maven’s solution to high gas prices at the pump and home heating fuel increases .

Most everyone has heard that stress can cause digestive troubles in the form of indigestion and, can even lead to ulcers and polyps.

So here is my natural health solution to increased stomach upset or gas. It offers more energy and immune boosting power that you just can’t get from Tums, Nexium, or Prilosec. Here is a recipe to put out the fire at the pump, the stomach pump that is.

“GAS GUZZLER” SMOOTHIE RECIPE

1/2 cup fresh apple juice
1 apple, peeled, cored, chopped
1/2 cup fresh papaya
1 handful chlorophyll rich greens or sprouts, (I like pea sprouts and parsley)
1/4 teaspoon crushed cumin seeds ( I grind all my seeds in the coffee mill)
1/4 teaspoon crushed fennel seeds
1/8 teaspoon crushed mustard seeds
1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon

Combine all ingredients in a blender and process til smooth.
Enjoy!

Day 4 of our Ayurveda Seasonal cleanse……my breakfast this morning?

CARAMOM PEAR SMOOTHIE