Herb' N Wisdom and Natural Living podcast

About Herb' N Wisdom and Natural Living podcast

The best in herbals, healthy eating, and overall natural living.

Publisher

Heather Earles

Category

health & fitness

Language

en

Explicit

No

First episode

20 Sept 2019

Latest episode

27 Feb 2023

Latest episodes

100 episodes in the feed.

1. 

   27 Feb 2023

   Calcium: Health Benefits, Deficiency, Foods, Supplements

   To begin, let's break down what calcium is and why your body needs it. Calcium is a chemical element with the symbol Ca. It is the most plentiful metal and the fifth-most abundant element in the human body. As electrolytes, calcium ions play a vital role in organisms' and cells' physiological and biochemical processes. In short, calcium is good for your cells and bones and is crucial in maintaining the immune system. Calcium also makes up teeth and bones. Calcium Deficiency There are many groups at risk of calcium deficiency, in particular, the elderly. Bones become brittle in old age because your body takes what it needs from calcium out of your bones. Checking with your general, homeopathic, or natural doctor is a smart move if you think you are deficient or just want to know where your calcium numbers are. What Are Some Benefits of Calcium? When your calcium numbers are in good shape, that helps your body ward off destructive diseases. It also keeps certain organs healthy. For instance, it helps: Prevent osteoporosis and helps to treat the condition once symptoms manifest. Prevents cancer Useful in the treatment of high blood pressure Prevents heart disease useful in treating arthritis Helps to keep skin healthy Alleviates leg cramps Encourages regular beating of the heart Soothes insomnia Helps the body to metabolize iron Necessary for nerve-impulse transmission and muscular function. -The Illustrated Encyclopedia of Healing Remedies High Calcium Food Sources If you are looking to increase your calcium through your food, the best sources are milk, beans, nuts, tofu, salmon, cheese, yogurt, dairy products, leafy green vegetables, tinned fish, and eggs. How Much Should a Person Take? 1,000mg. Per day is recommended when you are taking calcium in a supplement form. However, more calcium is needed for women who are in their childbearing years, breastfeeding or have just gone through menopause. How Much is Too much? A person should not go over 2,000mg per day. If you do, it may cause hypercalcemia (calcium deposits in the kidneys). However, this is not likely unless you are also taking vitamin D, as excess calcium excretes itself through the body. There are multiple cases where people become deficient, so don't assume if you are elderly, you don't need to know what your calcium numbers look like. Besides calcium, it is important to know what all of your vitamin levels are, as deficiencies in any of them can cause significant problems and side effects inside and outside of your body. In Summary "Calcium is used in forming bones, also known as bone mineralization, and in the proper formation and maintenance of teeth. It is important in nerve impulse transmission, blood coagulation, and muscle contraction. Calcium functions in the body, solidity of the body, essential to fetal growth during pregnancy, found in cartilage, fluids and tissues and body alkalinity. Signs of possible deficiency --- weakness, fatigue, hemorrhaging, rickets, catarrh, bone softening, cramps, digestive disorders, abscesses and excessive sweating. Classical chiropractic conditions of the lumbar 5 areas known to receive nerve fibers from this sp...

2. 

   25 Jul 2022

   Easy Cream Cheese Cherry Scones

   Before we begin, may I just say these are DELICIOUS!!!! I love the cherry season and all of the fresh recipes I get to create and try when it arrives. If you don't have cherry trees, no problem, find out someone who does or buy them fresh from your local farmers market or store. Everything you bake and or make like these cream cheese cherry scones ALWAYS taste better when you have fresh ingredients—your egg, cream, and, of course, your cherries. What if I can't find cherries? No cherries, no problem. Simply use frozen ones, or substitute the cherries with raspberries, blueberries, plums, or strawberries. Since ingredients are so important let's begin... Fresh Cream Cheese Cherry Scones Ingredients 2 c. all-purpose flour1/3 c. coconut sugar or granulated sugar1 Tbsp. baking powder1/2 tsp. fine Himalayan pink salt or regular5 Tbsp. cold butter (I use our farm fresh butter, but store-bought works well also).4 Tbsp. cold cream cheese1/2 c. farm fresh heavy cream or heavy whipping cream from the store1 egg 1 tsp. almond extract (optional)1/2 tsp. vanilla (if you do not use the almond extract use 1 tsp. vanilla instead).1 1/3c. fresh cherries pitted and halved. If you are using Nanking cherries, you do not need to cut them in half.1/4 c. sliced almonds + 2 Tbsp. for topping (optional) The glaze for topping the cherry scones 1 c. powdered sugar2 Tbsp. cream cheese, room temperature. If it is too solid it will clump when you mix it.2-3 Tbsp. fresh heavy cream1 tsp. almond extract or vanilla extract Directions Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper. In a large mixing bowl, whisk or stir together the flour, sugar, baking powder, and salt. Next, cut with a fork or pastry cutter your cold butter and cream cheese into the dry ingredients until the mixture becomes like gravel or you see pea type sizes. Now, in a separate small bowl, mix with a fork or whisk, and combine the cream, egg, vanilla, and almond extract (optional). Once that looks smooth, pour the mixture into the dry ingredients and gently mix until all the ingredients look like a moistened dough. I use a fork at first then finish mixing with my clean washed hands. At this point, add in the cherries and almonds (optional) and mix until they are combined. Do not overwork the dough as it will make it tough. Sprinkle flour on your parchment paper, form a ball with the dough, and then transfer it onto the lined, floured, baking sheet. Next, press the dough (with floured hands to prevent sticking) into a disk or oblong shape that is about 1" thick. Cut the disk into 8 slices or more if you prefer a smaller scone and separate slightly with a butter knife dipped in flour for even baking. Bake for 22-24 minutes or until golden brown. While the cherry scones are baking, mix the glaze by combining the cream, powdered sugar, cream cheese, and extract. Mix until smooth. Add a few additional splashes of cream or powdered sugar if necessary. Once the cherry scones are finished,

3. 

   14 Nov 2021

   Mirror Neurons and How to Harness Them

   In this article we are going to talk about Mirror Neurons, what they are and how they work. Wikipedia describes Mirror Neurons as this: A mirror neuron is a neuron that fires both when an animal acts and when the animal observes the same action performed by another.  Thus, the neuron "mirrors" the behavior of the other, as though the observer were itself acting. Such neurons have been directly observed in primate species.  Birds have been shown to have imitative resonance behaviors and neurological evidence suggests the presence of some form of mirroring system.  In humans, brain activity consistent with that of mirror neurons has been found in the premotor cortex, the supplementary motor area, the primary somatosensory cortex, and the inferior parietal cortex. The function of the mirror system in humans is a subject of much speculation. Some researchers in cognitive neuroscience and cognitive psychology consider that this system provides the physiological mechanism for the perception/action coupling (see the common coding theory). They argue that mirror neurons may be important for understanding the actions of other people, and for learning new skills by imitation. Some researchers speculate that mirror systems may simulate observed actions, and thus contribute to theory of mind skills, while others relate mirror neurons to language abilities. Neuroscientists such as Marco Iacoboni (UCLA) have argued that mirror neuron systems in the human brain help us understand the actions and intentions of other people. In a study published in March 2005, Iacoboni and his colleagues reported that mirror neurons could discern whether another person who was picking up a cup of tea planned to drink from it or clear it from the table. In addition, Iacoboni has argued that mirror neurons are the neural basis of the human capacity for emotions such as empathy. So, that was the basis for what mirror neurons are, what they are capable of and what scientist think about them.  I know there are different opinions regarding mirror neurons, but that's a good thing.  It's good to ask question, discuss different ideas until we find out what is factual and what is merely a theory. I find the whole thing fascinating and have used different ways and forms of tapping into this amazing tool we all have inside of us. For instance, if you can think of being empathetic while communicating with another person or group of people.  That is, if we are truly trying to understand their thoughts and feelings and allow ourselves to be influenced by their point of view we are much more likely to trigger mirror neurons and get the same kind of response in return from them. Why?  Because they're going to be more empathetic to our response which means they will be more influenced by the way we're thinking.  The opposite is if I'm really trying to persuade someone to my point of view, they're more likely to put up a wall and defend their stand.  Or they might say it's pointless arguing with this person I'm just going to give in. I have personally witnessed this while serving on jury duty.  A juror didn't agree with the argument of the juror in charge, but he was tired of being beaten down.  So, although he didn't agree with the perspective, he still gave in to stop arguing and end the trial. His decision had nothing to do with evidence or the trial itself and thus it was a hung jury. It's much more powerful when we can mutually arrive at a destination.  And that happens as a result of empathetic thinking.  Understand I don't mean we should use this to influence people's core beliefs just so they agree with us.  In the case of the juror however,

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