A whole person is mind, body, emotions, feelings, psyche, and spirit. If we can see ourselves as a beautifully cut diamond made up of many facets, yet whole and strong, it gives us an understanding of the inter-connectedness of our beings. We are physical and spirit at the same time. We are like that many faceted brilliant diamond -- and like a diamond -- when one facet is marred the entire diamond suffers loss of its brilliance. Each facet is dependent on the facets surrounding it to maintain it's radiance.

Here we are going to talk about feeding and nurturing the temple in which we live -- our body. But we are going to limit this discussion to foods, in particular Healing Foods. Healing Foods that keep the body whole and healthy. One facet, that when nurtured creates an aura of radiance for the other facets to reflect their light.

Since we have a live body it seems that it is most important to remember to feed it live food. Live food for a live body. We are not sure what good it does to fill a live body with dead food. And, of course, unless that dead food is fortified with chemical vitamins and minerals there is no value for the live body in the the food. So, for our discussion will we assume that since You have a live body that You will want to nurture it with live foods.

We are not going to tell you how to eat but just tell you a little about some foods you are familiar with and some that perhaps you are not familiar with. Using these foods in your diet will ensure that you are using natures's best nutritional weapons against disease and illness.

And remember, healthy eating begins with meals that you truely enjoy. So have fun and give yourself permission to be creative. Let your taste buds guide you through the recipes, add what you like and leave out what you don't like. Most importantly enjoy.

How healthy are they? There is no miricle food that is guraenteed to keep you free of all dis-ease but fresh, live, whole foods can help you stay at your peak, and of course common sense will protect you from fad diets, junk food, and poor nutrition. Learning to utilize a wide varity of foods will keep you from getting bored and your own creativity will keep you tickling your taste buds. Use the list below and the recipes that follow to care for the temple of your being to the best of your ability. Enjoy!

Apples:

Remember the one a day adage and make it your moto! ...

One apple provides approximately 4.3 grams of fiber, most in the insouluable form that prevents constipation and may protect against colon cancer. The rest is pectin, the fiber component that studies have shown lower cholesterol levels. Apples are high in potassium, protecting against stroke, and a great sourceof the mineral boron which may help protect against calcium losses and osteoporosis.

Apricots:

Natures sweet-tart treat...

A fruit overflowing with beta-carotene and fiber, cancer fighters. Beta-carotene is the plant form of vitamin A and may provide anitcancer activity. Studies have shown a protective effect in the stomach, colon, and cervix. Apricots are high in potassium and low in sodium for blood pressure control and stroke protection.

Articholes:

Fiber galore!...

One medium artichoke has more fiber then a whole bowl of oat-bran cereal. They have enough vitamin A, vitamin C, folate, calciu, magnesium, and potassium to help combate stroke, diabetes, heart disease, and high blood pressure. Eating an artichoke takes time, and eating slowly aides in digestion.

Asparagus:

A spring time treat full of nutrition...

About 12 medium spears contain 30 percent of the RDA of vitamin A and a high amout of vitamin A and potassium. A great cancer fighter and help with high blood pressure, heart disease and stroke.

Avocados:

Rich, creamy and healthy...

Avocados have a high conted o heart-smart monounsaturated fat. The same fat predoominat in olive oil that can actually help lower cholesterol levels in the body. Rich in potassium and low in sodium for double protection against high blood pressure and stroke. Somewhat high in calories but worth every one for its beneficial effects on the body.

Bananas:

Like the apple a cure for many ills...

High in potassium and magnesium. They can combat certain types of diarrhea and ease constipation because of there high fiber content.

Barley:

A tasty high-fiber grain...

High in fiber barley helps reduce cholesterol levels and fight certain types of cancer. Its low sodium content is good for high blood pressure.

The two most common forms of barley are Scotch and pearled. Scotch retains the bran and therefore has more fiber; soak overnight before cooking. Pearled has had its bran layer removed in processing.

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