Time to reboot your body after Thanksgiving

Time to reboot your body after Thanksgiving

 November 20th, 2012

Thanksgiving is a time to eat foods that we normally don’t everyday. The day is spent eating delicious comfort foods that  are packed with sugar, fats, calories,  rich gravies and then we find ourselves  overeating.  Enjoy the day and follow a few tips  eat small portions, chew slowly and try to go for a walk after cleaning up the kitchen. After your black Friday shopping workout running from store to store getting your great deals plan your holiday cleanse. It is a simple way to detoxifying your body. A  cleanse can yield several benefits, acting as a “reset” for your whole body and mind.

Drink Plenty of water.

Focus on veggies. Build your meals and snacks today around vegetables, steamed or raw if you can.  A salad would be a great choice for lunch.  Lean heavy on the veggies today to make sure your digestive system keeps functioning optimally.

According to Dr. Alejandro Junger* , there are a few more “basic principles of detoxification” that should be kept in mind while following our detox menus.

• Do deep breathing or gentle yoga.
• Take a couple of spoonfuls of extra virgin olive oil at night to help stimulate your liver to eliminate bile and keep its circulation flowing.
• If your bowel movements get sluggish, you can accelerate things by drinking half a shot glass of castor oil followed by a glass of water or using a mild herbal laxative. Bowel elimination is paramount for correct detoxification.
• The skin gets rid of many toxins so it is important to sweat, either by exercising or taking a sauna.
• Finally, make sure you eat whole organic foods, which have the best chance of having all the nutrients needed for liver and general detoxification.

*This is an excerpt from Dr. Junger’s upcoming book Clean, which will be published in May.

Remember that there can be no dairy, grains with gluten, meat, shellfish, anything processed (including all soy products), fatty nuts, nightshades (potatoes, tomatoes, peppers and eggplant), condiments, sugar and obviously no alcohol, caffeine or soda.

It’s time to cleanse a little … to wipe the slate clean and start over with a healthy reboot.  You will be ready for the next holiday party.

Here is an example of a three day cleanse.

Day One

• 7am (or upon rising): Glass of room temperature lemon water
• 8am: Herbal tea
• 10am (breakfast): Blueberry and Almond Smoothie
• 11:30am: Coconut water*
• 1:30pm (lunch): Salad with Carrot and Ginger Dressing
• 4pm (snack): A handful of mixed pumpkin and sunflower seeds
• 6pm (dinner): Broccoli and Arugula Soup
• *Make sure that the coconut water has no added sugar. Fresh is ideal but the brands Zico or Vita Coco are readily available.

Day Two

• 7am (or upon rising): Glass of room temperature lemon water
• 8am: Herbal tea
• 10am (breakfast): Raspberry and Rice Milk Smoothie (follow method for Blueberry and Almond Smoothie)
• 11:30am: Coconut water
• 1:30pm (lunch): Detox Teriyaki Chicken and Steamed Greens
• 4pm (snack): Miso Soup with Watercress
• 6pm (dinner): Pea and Basil Soup (follow method for Broccoli and Arugula Soup)

Day Three

• 7am (or upon rising): Glass of room temperature lemon water
• 8am: Herbal tea
• 10am (breakfast): Oatmeal (make with rice or almond milk instead of water so it’s a bit more substantial)
• 11:30am: Coconut water
• 1:30pm (lunch): Blueberry and Almond Smoothie
• 4pm (snack): Cucumber, Lime and Basil Juice
• 6pm (dinner): Super Greens Juice / Miso Soup with Watercress

Salad With Carrot And Ginger Dressing

This dressing is the jam! Great on salad and also as a dip for vegetables. This recipe makes enough dressing for two salads, so be sure to save the extra. Serves: 1 Time: 5 minutes For dressing: 1 large carrot, peeled and roughly chopped 1 large shallot, peeled and roughly chopped 2 tablespoons roughly chopped fresh ginger 1 tablespoon sweet white miso 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar 1 tablespoon roasted sesame seed oil 1/4 cup grapeseed oil 2 tablespoons water For salad: 1 head of baby gem lettuce (or any greens), roughly cut 1/4 red onion, thinly sliced 1/4 avocado, diced 1.Pulse the carrot, shallot and ginger in a blender until finely chopped. Scrape down the sides, add the miso, vinegar and sesame seed oil and whiz together. While the blender is going, slowly drizzle in the grapeseed oil and the water. 2.Combine the lettuce, onion and avocado in a bowl, drizzle with plenty of dressing and serve.

This is from Gwyneth Paltrow 7 Day Detox.  For more information go to  http://goop.com/journal/make/15/detox

There is a full 7 day menu and recipes.

As with any diet consult your doctor first.  This is a low calorie diet

A Smoothie for Great Health

A Smoothie for Great Health

 November 15th, 2012 

Makes 2 servings
Place all ingredients in in the blender and blend till smooth

• 3 cups water
• 1/2 cup spinach leaves
• 2 swiss chard leaves
• 1/2 cucumber
• 1/2 lime
• 1 avacado
• 1 handful of parsley
•  1 small yellow beet
• 1 carrot
• 2 fresh basil
• 1 inch slice of ginger root
• 1 tablespoon honey
• few ice cubes

Natural Flea Repellent

Natural Flea Repellent

 November 14th, 2012

Fleas  hate citrus, so you can cut up a lemon, lime, or orange, put it into a jar, cover it with boiling water and let it steep, then use that solution in a spray bottle on your pet a couple times a day for a few weeks. You can also dip the animal’s collar into essential oils of eucalyptus, tea tree, citronella, lavender, or geranium. Rope collars or soft cotton collars work best for this technique.

Thanks for the tip Renegade Health

Food that help reduce stress and anxiety

Food that help reduce stress and anxiety

 November 13th, 2012 

The holidays are quickly approaching so that mean the stress level is rising.

Here are some great foods to eat to reduce your anxiety.

For on the go or before a stressful meeting  make your own granola mix and that will make a great snack and it includes a lot of the stress reducing foods.

Asparagus
Avocados
Blueberries, Peaches Acacia berries

Oranges

Salmon, Almonds Omega 3 fats,  Flaxseed, Nuts, Olive oil
Spinach Dark greens, Sea vegetables, Kelp
Turkey Poultry
Oatmeal Complex Carb fruit, vegetables, and whole grains
Milk
Bananas
Nuts

GREAT GRANOLA MIX

1 cup honey 1 cup apple juice mix and set aside, 10 cups oatmeal (uncooked) 1 cup  Flaxseed cereal 1/2 cup sunflower seeds (unsalted) 1/2 cup almonds, sliced or slivered 1/2 cup sesame seeds 1/2 cup brown sugar 4 teaspoons cinnamon 3 Tablespoons Chia seeds Mix dry ingredients, then add liquid and mix well. Spread on cookie sheets and toast for 25-50 minutes at 375°F, stirring often.Can add dry fruit.

Store in an airtight container. Enjoy.

Variation: Add dried cranberries and dried bananas,  dried blueberries, Acacia berries – delicious!

Foods to Eat to Help Relieve Constipation

Foods to Eat to Help Relieve Constipation

 November 9th, 2012 

Aloe Vera Juice
Pineapple Juice
Baked Potato with Skin
Raw Carrots ( for fiber)
Flaxseed
Figs
Raw peaches plums, pears, apples, berries and broccoli
Dried fruits
Beans
Popcorn
Nuts
Drink Plenty of Water

Eat a High Alkaline Diet

Eat a High Alkaline Diet

 November 8th, 2012 

Your body works constantly to keep your acid/alkaline blood levels in balance. Unless you have an underlying medical issue, the pH level of your blood is generally between 7.35 and 7.45. When your body is more acidic, it is more susceptible to disease. You may be able to help your body keep your pH in balance more easily by eating certain foods that have a higher pH than others.

Inflammation

Inflammation is where it all starts. When your body goes into an inflammatory process, your defenses are weakened, which wears on your resources, leaving you susceptible to other diseases.

Heart Disease

Consuming foods that are alkaline is doubly important for your heart. Not only can you reduce low-grade inflammation, but because alkaline foods consist of vegetables, fruits, and certain proteins that are all heart healthy anyway, you are getting twice the benefit. This is not to say that eating high-alkaline foods will prevent or cure heart disease, but assisting your body in staying healthy and in balance, instead of forcing it to work harder, can only benefit you in the long run.

Type II Diabetes

Another benefit of eating high alkaline foods is that it may help with your type II diabetes. Again, the list of foods high in alkaline, includes vegetables and fruits. Acidic choices are processed foods and foods high in simple sugars. Vegetables and fruits may not only help reduce low-grade inflammation, but they will release glucose slowly from the liver, keeping your blood sugar levels within a tighter control.

Source

Livestrong

Fresh Cranberry Relish with a zing

Fresh Cranberry Relish with a zing

 November 7th, 2012 

The Fresh mint and ginger give the relish a very refreshing taste. Great Autumnal antioxidants
1 medium apple, cored and chopped
1 inch piece of ginger root, peeled and minced
Zest of 1 medium lemon ( about 2 teaspoons)
4 cups fresh cranberries, or two 8-ounce bags frozen unsweetened, thawed and rinsed
Pinch of salt
1/4 cup chopped fresh mint
add 1/4 cup of sugar to make sweeter ( optional) or 2/3 cup agave nectar or honey, or more or less to taste

Place all ingredient in a food processor pulse until it is shredded.

Prep Time: Less than 5 minutes
Cook Time: None, but the flavors will develop if left to sit for a couple of hours before serving

Foods that help Diabetes naturally

Foods that help Diabetes naturally

 November 1st, 2012

November is home to lots of awareness months: Diabetes, Lung Cancer, Family Caregiver, Alzheimer’s Disease, Stomach Cancer, Hospice Palliative Care, COPD

Diabetes is a growing epidemic in the United States it started the same time soda and white bread were introduced. Type 2 diabetes is a diminished response to insulin.
One in 4 Americans have pre -diabetes. It is estimates that diabetes will surpass cancer, becoming the #2 cause of death. # 1 reason is heart disease and 66 percent of diabetics have heart disease.

Bitter Melon

Eat Bitter Melon everyday it will naturally balance your blood sugar. Eat it raw twice a day. Ways to eat it is in a smoothie or in a salad. It can be frozen . Eating 1/2 a bitter melon a day will help regenerate the pancreas and even help type 1 diabetes.  Catution : Bitter melon can cause hypoglycemia similar to insulin injections or tablets.
Eat Coconut Oil
Eating the right fats are important. Fat does not make you fat! Eat hemp seed, walnuts, chia seeds and flax seed. All of these healthy fats will help your cells.

Cinnamon
Drink cinnamon tea every morning. ( two sicks soaked in hot water for 30 min.) It helps stabilize sugar levels by increasing insulin receptors and increases the cells ability to use glucose.
Swiss Chard
The stems are blood sugar stabalizers. It helps carbs not to be broken down into sugar so the blood sugar levels stay more normal.
Cucumbers
Improves the function of insulin. It will increase energy levels and balance blood sugar levels. Eat the skins that is where the most nutrients are found. Buy organic or grow them in your own garden. Eat 1 cucumber a day.

Eat low glycemic foods like beans, lentils, hummus, curries, and avoid sweets dairy and carbs.

Stevia is a great great alternative for sugar. It is all natural and zero calories. Diabetics can use it since the body does not process it like a sugar.

Source

Conquering any disease

Okra

Okra

Okra and eggplant can lower cholesterol. Satan drugs can deplete the body’s CoQ10 reserves from the heart muscles. Okra is an artery scrubber and teamed up with eggplant it is a great duo  Okra helps fight heart disease

Foods that help fight the flu

Foods that help fight the flu

 October 24th, 2012 

It is that time of the year, everyone is getting sick. Here are a few tips that might help you ward off the nasty viruses.

• Drink plenty of fluids
• Don’t consume a lot of sugar, including orange juice. The sugar reduces the white blood cells ability to kill bacteria.
• Eat garlic, fresh garlic is a natural infection fighter.
• Onions reduces respiratory congestion and is also a anti-inflammatory
• Artichokes also have some immune enhancing ability.
• Shiitake mushrooms helps power up the immune system  and helps fight off infection
• Nuts and seeds are rich in immune enhancing minerals zinc and selenium.
• Cinnamon stops the growth of bacteria.
• Eat omega 3 fatty acids. (tuna, salmon and cod) they help regulate the immune system
• Drink a cup of tea: 1 slice of ginger, 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/4 lemon, 1 cup hot water. And Relax
• Take oscillococcinum  by Boiron. It helps relieve flu like symptoms. Within 48 hours most people have improvement.

Great snacks for only 100 calories

Great snacks for only 100 calories

 October 23rd, 2012 

100 calorie snacks

• 2 pieces (.7 oz) light string cheese, like Sargento
• 14 walnut halves
• 50 raisins
• Spinach and Feta Egg-White Scramble: Three egg whites scrambled and mixed with ½ cup raw spinach and 1 tbsp feta cheese. Cook in frying pan or zap in microwave until egg whites are no longer runny (about 1-2 minutes).
• Cheesy Roasted Asparagus: Four spears (spritzed with olive-oil spray) and topped with 2 tablespoons grated parmesan cheese, baked for 10 minutes at 400°.
• Chocolate Banana: Half a frozen banana dipped in twosquares of dark chocolate
• 4 oz. non-fat cottage cheese
• 6 oz. Greek yogurt
• Jello fat free pudding cup
• 15 almonds
• 3 wedges Light Laughing Cow cheese
• Cheddar and Tomato Soup: ½ cup tomato soup with 1 tablespoon shredded low-fat cheddar cheese.
• 1 Tbsp reduced fat peanut butter and 5 small celery sticks
• 3 Tbsp hummus and 8 baby carrots
• 15 grapes and 1 packet Swiss Miss Fat Free Hot Chocolate
• 1 large apple
• 1 small banana
• 1 medium orange
• 1 medium pear
• 2 cups strawberries
• Half an apple spread with 2 tsp peanut butter
• 10 cashews
• 26 grapes . Try them frozen
• Spinach and Feta Egg-White Scramble: Three egg whites scrambled and mixed with ½ cup raw spinach and 1 tbsp feta cheese. Cook in frying pan or zap in microwave until egg whites are no longer runny (about 1-2 minutes).
• Rice Cake and Almond Butter: One rice cake (try brown rice!) with 2 teaspoons almond butter.
• Chocolate Milk: 6 ounces skim milk mixed with 2 teaspoons chocolate syrup.
• Cinnamon Applesauce: 1 cup unsweetened applesauce
• Baked Apple: One tennis ball-sized apple, cored, filled with 1 teaspoon brown sugar and cinnamon, and baked until tender.
• 1 hard-boiled egg
• Goldfish: About 40 fishies…try the cheddar kind!
• Chips n’ Salsa: 10 baked tortilla chips with ¼ cup salsa.
• Bacon Brussels Salad: Seven brussel spouts thinly sliced and mixed with one piece lean bacon, chopped.
• Crunchy Kale Salad: 1 cup kale leaves chopped with 1 teaspoon honey and 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar
• ½ cup lemon sorbet and ¼ cup blueberries
• 1 cup blueberries
• Chick Pea Salad: ¼ chickpeas with 1 tablespoon sliced scallions, a squeeze of lemon juice, and ¼ cup diced tomatoes.
• Café Latte: 8 ounces steamed skim milk with 1 shot espresso.
• 15 strawberries dipped in ¼ cup cool whip lite
• 45 steamed edamame
• 1 cup of mango slices
• 20 medium sized cherry tomatoes
• 12 Mini Sweet peppers
• 6 mini sweet peppers and 2 Tablespoons of lite house dressing (50 calories)
• Cereal and Milk: ½ cup rice krispies with ½ cup skim milk.
• Shrimp Cocktail: Eight medium sized shrimp boiled and served with 2 tablespoons classic cocktail sauce.
• 1 cup low calorie soup, like Amy’s Butternut Squash or Cream of Tomato or Healthy Choice Fiesta Chicken or Country Vegetable
• ½ cup non-fat frozen yogurt
• 1 fudgsicle
• Arctic ice cream

Nutrition Warriors Nutrition Consulting

Nutrition Warriors Nutrition Consulting

 October 22nd, 2012 

Have you been to the doctor for health problems and they can’t seem to help you? The only remedies that seem to be offered is medication. It’s time to find your underlying problem and start healing your body.

I work to balance the body through diet as well as lifestyle and environment. My goal is to help you achieve permanent positive changes that cultivate optimal whole body wellness. By getting to the root cause of symptoms through functional testing, and improving the processing of the nutrients you consume, you will enable your body to heal in the natural way it was meant to. Food has been used to heal for centuries with the belief that food is our medicine and our medicine is our food. Somewhere along the line, this has been forgotten. Our body is an amazing machine with an innate intelligence that wants to be well! If we feed it the proper nutrients, vitamins, and minerals we can live a long, and more importantly, a healthy life.

For more information

http://www.nutritionwarriorsconsulting.net

Classic Baked Apples

Classic Baked Apples

 October 18th, 2012 

A healthy fall treats that the kids can help make. It is gooey and delicious!
Heat the oven to 350
In a saucepan, stir together 1 cup of brown sugar, 1 cup of water, 2 Tablespoons of butter, a pinch of nutmeg and cinnamon. Bring to a simmer and cook 5 min to make syrup. Core and peel the top third of 4 baking apples such as Cortland. (Below is a chart of apples and what they are best used for)    Place then in a baking pan, fill the with raisins ( or cranberries)  and walnuts ( or almonds) then pour the syrup over them. Bake for 40 min. Serve warm with ice cream or yogurt on top , if you like.

For a quick and easy way I also make them in the microwave

INGREDIENTS:
2 apples
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 teaspoon ground nutmeg
1 teaspoon ground cinnamon
2 teaspoons butter
DIRECTIONS:
1. Core the apples, leaving the bottom intact.
2. In a bowl, mix the brown sugar, cinnamon and nutmeg. Spoon the sugar mixture into the apples and set a teaspoon (or more to your taste) of butter on top of each apple. Place the apples in a deep casserole dish and cover.
3. Microwave for 3 1/2 to 4 minutes or until tender. Let the apples sit for a couple minutes before serving.

It’s The Great Pumpkin!

It’s The Great Pumpkin!

 October 17th, 2012 

Pumpkin is a heavyweight when it comes to potassium (564 mg ) and only 49 calories per cup. That is 33 percent more than a banana.
Potassium maintains the the water balance in the body. More potassium increases the sodium excreted from the body and lower blood pressure.
Potassium is linked to decreasing the risk of stroke. Athletes need to replenish potassium after exercising. Low potassium can cause the muscles to cramp.

Pumpkin is also high in beta-carotene, it reduces the risk of lung and colon cancers. It can also reduce rheumatoid arthritis by 41 percent.
Pumpkin is also a champion for your eyes. It has carotenoids lutein and zeaxanthin. All of these nutrients are protect your vision for healthy eyes.
And if that was not enough pumpkin also has Vitamin A plus calcium, iron, magnesium and phosphorus .
Carotenoids are need for fat absorption, so add a little butter and brown sugar and it is a great substitute for potatoes.

Surprisingly, a simple can of pumpkin puree is a safe and natural home remedy for treating both constipation and diarrhea in cats and dogs. Pumpkin is a wonderful source of fiber and has high water content. If your pet is constipated, the fiber in the pumpkin will soften the stools. If your pet is experiencing diarrhea, the fiber in the pumpkin will absorb the water in your pet’s digestive system which will help make the stools firmer.

Pumpkin is mainly eaten at Halloween and Thanksgiving, but we should eat it more often than that.  I like adding it to my smoothies and my family loves it when I make pumpkin pancakes.
Pumpkin  Pancakes

2 1/3 cups Original Bisquick® mix ( I use gluten free) 1/2 cup canned pumpkin 1 1/4 cups milk 1 teaspoon vanilla extract 2 tablespoons sugar 1 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice 2 eggs Maple Pecan Syrup 1 cup maple syrup 1 tablespoon butter 1/2 cup pecans Melt butter add pecans and maple syrup. Keep warm. Stir pancake ingredients until well blended. Pour batter onto hot greased griddle. Turn; cook until golden brown. Serve with syrup If I can find it in the store, I like to put in 1/2 package of Jello pumkin spice instant pudding it gives more flavor. If you add the jello don’t add the sugar and pumpkin spice. Perfect shake  for Autumn …makes your favorite Fall dessert a high-protein shake!  Pumpkin Protein Shake 1 cup of your favorite type of milk (I use unsweetened almond vanilla breeze) 1 serving of vanilla protein powder 1/2 cup pure pumpkin 2 teaspoon pumpkin pie spice (or 1/4 teaspoon cinnamon, 1/8 teaspoon each ginger and cloves) 1 cup of ice cubes optional: sweetener of choice (agave, stevia, honey, etc) Combine  all ingredients into a blender. Process until smooth and thick.  Puor into a large glass, add cool whip to top  if desired and a sprinkle of cinnamon on top. Makes one serving. Pumpkin, butternut squash Soup 1 cup chopped onion 2 cloves of garlic 2 stalks celery chopped 2 tablespoons olive oil 2 (14.5 ounce) cans vegetable broth 2 (15 ounce) can pumpkin puree 2 (12 oz) bags of butternut squash 2 small apples cored and sliced 1 teaspoon salt 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon 1/8 teaspoon ground ginger 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper 2 cup heavy whipping cream or unsweetened coconut milk Pinch of cayenne optional 1/4 cup of maple syrup optional to sweeten 1/2 cup roasted pumpkin seeds for garnish Saute onion, garlic and celery with oil in a medium saucepan until tender. Add 1 can vegetable broth; stir well. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes. Add remaining can of broth, pumpkin,apples, butternut squash,  spices; stir well. Bring to a boil; cover, reduce heat, and simmer 15 minutes, stirring occasionally. Blend mixture in a blender or food processor until smooth. Will need to do in batches. Return mixture to sauce pan and add milk, and maple if desired. Pour into bowl and garnish with pumpkin seed and Greek yogurt optional Tastes better the next day as a reheat.

Foods that promote healthy hair and nails

Foods that promote healthy hair and nails

 October 16th, 2012  Kim 

swiss chard
almonds
walnuts
cooked eggs
all have Biotin and a biotin deficiency is associated with brittle nails , hair loss, and seborrheic dermatitis.

Protein makes ups hair primarily. So an adequate amount of protein is needed daily.

Fish like salmon, tuna, sardines and cod
flaxseed and walnuts
all are high in Omega 3. Low omega 3’3 cause brittle hair

Spinach, kale, and other leafy greens are rich in beta-carotene, which converts vitamin A

Palmetto a dietary supplement can also help reduce  hair loss.

Royal Jelly

Royal Jelly

 October 15th, 2012

The beginning of a queen bees life she is just a normal bee. After they choose her to be the queen she begins to eat Royal Jelly and grow 40 percent larger than the regular bees and will lay over 3 million eggs!
Royal Jelly is high in B Complex vitamins. Many diseases respond well to B vitamins because they are needed for healthy metabolism. It also contains amino acids.

Foods to eat for hyperthyroid

Foods to eat for hyperthyroid

 October 12th, 2012 

Hyperthyroidism, or overactive thyroid, occurs when the thyroid gland makes excessive amounts of the thyroid hormones. Increased iodine intake, Graves disease, thyroiditis or tumors in the gland can lead to hyperthyroidism. Fatigue, heat intolerance, increased appetite, lack of concentration and anxiety are some of the symptoms associated with this condition. Your doctor may prescribe antithyroid medications or surgery, depending on the severity of the condition. Roughly 1 percent of Americans have hyperthyroidism, hypothyroidism is more common.

Great food to eat to

Raw is better or slightly cooked

broccoli                    brazil nuts ( 3 a day)

brussel sprouts               cauliflower

kale                            mustard                               turnips                          millet                   peaches

radishes ( these are the best and will help you the most eat daily if you can)

spinach                   mint                                    rosemary                         seafood

sea vegetables like kelp and seaweed.
Bugleweed is good but don’t take if you are breastfeeding.

Caffeine; alcohol; and added sugars, such as cane sugar, brown sugar, brown rice syrup, honey and corn syrup, may also worsen the condition. Use  stevia for a great  sugar substitute.

Taurine is an amino acid that is essential for the functioning of the nervous system and for maintaining fluid and salt levels in the blood. It also is a powerful antioxidant that protects the cells and tissues from the harmful effects of free radicals formed as a result of various metabolic processes in the body. The unstable free radicals, otherwise, react with the DNA and protein of healthy cells and damage them. Taurine can be obtained from foods such as meat and dairy products. Taurine supplements are available as tablets, capsules and powders. They often are used to boost energy levels and to increase athletic performance.

Sources

Livestrong and Conquering any disease