In THE HEALING POWERS OF VINEGAR, health journalist Cal Orey describes the amazing powers of vinegar to prevent and treat a wide range of health problems, to clean and purify the home, and to add zest and nutritional value to food. This fascinating book traces the origins of vinegar to ancient Greece and Egypt and follows its history to the present day. Orey quotes from leading alternative health practitioners as well as medical researchers. She goes into great detail about the healthful ingredients found in two of the most important vinegars: apple cider vinegar and red wine vinegar, explaining the benefits of their vitamins, minerals, enzymes and amino acids. She also describes the latest research about cutting-edge nutrients found in these two vinegars, including a new class of antioxidants that reduce the risk of cancer and protect against heart disease. Orey also includes beauty tips and household hints as well as over100 recipes that team-up vinegar with other nutritious foods for a healthier and longer life.

The most complete and up-to-date book yet on how vinegar can help one to: • Boost the immune system • Detoxify the body • Lower blood pressure • Reduce the risk of heart disease • Reduce the risk of cancer • Slow the aging process • Improve memory • Lose and control weight

The latest research on vinegar’s disease-fighting ingredients, including: • Polyphenols—a new class of antioxidants found in red wine vinegar and apple cider vinegar that slows down blood clotting and inhibits cancer-forming carcinogens. • Flavonoids —a powerful class of nutrients found in red wine vinegar that helps fight allergies and viruses as well as reduce cholesterol levels. • Resveratrol—a flavonoid in red wine vinegar that lowers cholesterol • Beta carotene—a potent antioxidant found in apple cider vinegar • Amino acids—for memory loss and anti-aging • Enzymes—for digestive disorders and poor metabolism • Minerals—to prevent bone diseases such as osteoporosis, prevent strokes, treat anemia and fatigue, as well as lower high blood pressure and high cholesterol

Home vinegar remedies for a variety of ailments, including: • Acne • Arthritis pain • chronic fatigue • chronic headaches • morning sickness • osteoporosis • stomach disorders • toothache • urinary problems • varicose veins

This newly revised and updated edition includes more scientific evidence about the healthful uses for apple cider vinegar, herbal and fruit vinegars, as well as:
• More historical and present-day success stories about all vinegars and health. • More health benefits of balsamic, herbal, and fruit vinegars. • More data about how the Mediterranean health-oriented diet has beat the low-carb craze which eliminates vegetables, pasta, bread, and fruit–vinegar’s team good-for-you partners. • More information on weight loss benefits of America’s favorite apple cider vinegar. • More household uses and natural detoxification benefits throughout the house: kitchen, bathroom, laundry and clothing. • More amazing home remedies. Natural cures that work, from ways to fight allergies, foot fungus, ear problems, a natural mouth rinse, to nausea, and much more. • More new information: The Vinegar Institute (charts and statistics); and 21st century facts and vinegar studies linked to important diseases (i.e., heart disease, cancer, diabetes, etc.).

This new edition shows the reader more healing powers of apple cider vinegar, as well as balsamic, rice, herbal and fruit vinegars. It provides more weight loss benefits of apple cider vinegar–and all vinegars. It includes the latest information about the heart-healthy Mediterranean diet, which includes vinegar, oil, garlic, and foods that go well with vinegar. Plus, it includes longevity foods teamed with vinegar, which includes anti-aging ingredients, too. Last but not least, are dozens of new healthful home vinegar remedies....

Lose Weight...Lower Cholesterol And Blood Pressure...Prevent Heart Disease And Cancer...Live Longer...And So Much More!

Discover The Amazing Powers Of Olive Oil!

From ancient times to present-day, olive oil has been used for everything from health ailments to beauty and the home and so much more. Now evidence shows that a diet based on olive oil can add years to your life and may even prevent some diseases. Health author-journalist Cal Orey has consulted top doctors, nutritionists, olive oil producers, and chefs, getting the most up-to-date information on the many benefits of olive oil, such as:

HEALTH IMPROVEMENTS:

Relieving arthritis aches

Inhibiting breast and colon cancer
Preventing diabetes
Reducing pain
Staving off ulcers
Fighting impaired memory

HOME CURES:
Soothing diaper rash
Reducing hair loss
Cleaning your house, naturally
Minimizing stretch marks and wrinkles
Zapping ticks and conditioning your pet's coat
And more information that everyone should know!

Includes dozens of delicious recipes that make olive oil a vital part of a long and healthy life!

"The best and highly practical information about the core of the longevity-boosting Mediterranean diet." Karlis Ullis, M.D., Medical Director of Sports Medicine and Anti-Aging Medical Group in Santa Monica, California

Cal Orey is an accomplished author and journalist specializing in topics such as health, nutrition, science, and pets. Her books include 202 Pet Peeves, Doctors' Orders, and The Healing Powers of Olive Oil. She lives in northern California....

Lose Weight...Lower Cholesterol And Blood Pressure...Prevent Heart Disease And Cancer...Live Longer...And So Much More! Discover The Amazing Powers Of Olive Oil!

From ancient times to present-day, olive oil has been used for everything from health ailments to beauty and housekeeping and so much more. Now evidence shows that a diet based on olive oil can add years to your life and may even prevent some diseases. Health author-journalist Cal Orey has consulted top doctors, nutritionists, olive oil producers, and chefs, getting the most up-to-date information on the many benefits of olive oil, such as:

Health Improvements:

Relieving arthritis aches

Inhibiting breast and colon cancer

Preventing diabetes

Reducing pain

Staving off ulcers

Fighting impaired memory

Home Cures:

Soothing diaper rash

Reducing hair loss

Cleaning your house, naturally

Minimizing stretch marks and wrinkles

Zapping ticks and conditioning your pet's coat

And more information that everyone worldwide should know! Includes dozens of delicious recipes that make olive oil a vital part of a long and healthy life!

"The best and highly practical information about the core of the longevity-boosting Mediterranean diet." --Karlis Ullis, M.D., Medical Director of Sports Medicine and Anti-Aging Medical Group in Santa Monica, California...

From Folk Medicine to Modern Miracle Discover the Amazing Powers of Vinegar!

Discover the healing powers of apple cider vinegar now widely recognized as a valuable weight loss tool and a potent elixir.

Find out how vinegar's curative powers can also help prevent age-related diseases like cancer, heart disease, and bone loss.

Learn how red wine vinegar contains the same important antioxidants as red wine without the alcohol.

Put dozens more home remedies to work for treating allergies, arthritis, toothache, sunburn, swimmer's ear, sore throat, and other pesky ailments.

You ll also find a wealth of natural beauty treatments and environment-friendly household hints from making kitchen countertops sparkle to cleaning up kids and pets.

Incorporating the latest scientific evidence, plus Mediterranean-style heart-healthy "fisheterian" recipes, The Healing Powers of Vinegar is a must-have, invaluable resource that will show you how to make the most of this proven powerful healer!

"Wonderfully useful for everyone interested in health." Elson Haas, M.D., author of Staying Healthy with Nutrition

Cal Orey is an accomplished author and journalist specializing in topics such as health, nutrition, relationships, and pets. Her books include 202 Pet Peeves and Doctors' Orders. She lives in northern California....

Did you know?...Known as Mother Nature's 'food of the gods', the medicinal benefits of chocolate were recognized as far back as 4000 years ago. Eating chocolate can help boost the immune system, lower the risk of heart disease, cancer, diabetes-even obesity! - and increase lifespan. A 1.5 ounce bar of quality chocolate has as much antioxidant power as a 5 ounce glass of wine-without the side effects of alcohol. Chocolate is chock-full of mood-enhancing ingredients, including phenylethylamine (the 'love drug') and serotonin. Chocolate can relieve a host of ailments, including depression, fatigue, pain and PMS, as well as rev up your sex drive! Drawing on the latest scientific research as well as interviews with medical doctors and chocolatiers, this fascinating book reveals how to live longer and healthier while indulging in one of nature's most decadent and versatile foods. Explore real chocolate (infused with fruits, herbs, and spices), Mediterranean-style, heart-healthy recipes, plus home remedies that combat everything from acne to anxiety. You'll also discover rejuvenating beauty and anti-aging spa treatments - all made with antioxidant-rich chocolate!...