ISSUE # 17/10 (March 2010)

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Dear Friend,

I've always known that watercress has some medicinal values.  I've grown up drinking watercress soup which my mother boiled with chicken.  But I never knew how really beneficial it is until I recently researched into it and found the tremendous healing properties it has. 

I've begun to experiment juicing with it and find that it is not that bad after all, though it may be a bit strong for some.  The pungent taste helps stimulate digestion and boost metabolism.  Most people don't think of juicing watercress, but I simply must share with you about why it should be included in your menu.  However, as with all vegetables/herbs, you get the best result using a gear juicer. 

Here's a highlight of just some of the ailments that respond positively with watercress:

Anti-anemic effect:  Watercress is particularly helpful in treating different types of anemia due to its high content in iron.  Iron is essential for the synthesis of hemoglobin, and folic acid, which plays a key role in the maturation of red cells in the bone marrow.  The right amount of vitamin C in watercress also makes better absorption of iron.

Aphrodisiac effect:  Several historical sources show that watercress has been used for its aphrodisiac effect since the age of the ancient Romans and Persians.  This could be due to its high zinc and iron content.

DNA, preserve:  In a laboratory test, it was found that daily consumption of watercress increase the ability of cells to resist DNA damages to lymphocytes (white blood cells).

Hangover:  A hangover happens when the liver gets overloaded with toxic alcohol.  Watercress juice is so concentrated with so much cleansing goodness that it activates the detoxifying enzymes in the liver for detoxifying a hangover.

Skin health:  When used topically, watercress juice can be helpful in relieving skin eczema, as well as other skin conditions.  Its high content of vitamin A and C best obtained by juicing are also beneficial for healthy skin.

Read about the many more exciting health benefits, and how to safely consume watercress juice, at the Watercress page.

RECIPE:  WATERCRESS LIVER RESCUE

Using a gear juicer, this recipe makes about an 8-oz glass of very cleansing juice.

Ingredients:

• A few stalks of watercress

• 1/2 a medium-sized beetroot

• 2 carrots

• 1 green apple

• 1/2 lemon (with peel)

Enjoy!

INTERESTING FAQ

Here are a few interesting questions that readers ask which you might have considered before:

• Nauseous after drinking green juices?
   

• Does drinking juices turn your stool a dark color?
   

• Can a person with stomach ulcer drink juices?

JUICY QUOTE

} A doctor whose breath smells has no right to medical opinion. ~ 
    ~ Martin H. Fischer ~

Happy Juicing !!

Sara Ding
www.juicing-for-health.com
 

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