Papaya - a world class meat tenderizer, natural digestive aid, prevents ulcers, and also a soft contact lense cleaner.Healing with Apples
Modern medical science has found that Johnny Appleseed’s passion fruit has tremendous value in healing-thanks to its pulp, which is high in pectin, a soluble form of fiber.
Diarrhea - Some studies show that pectin helps relieve diarrhea because intestinal bacteria transform it into a soothing, protective coating for the irritated intestinal lining. In addition, pectin adds bulk to the stool, which helps resolve both diarrhea and constipation.
Some diarrhea is caused by bacterial infection One study shows apple pectin is effective against several types of bacteria capable of causing diarrhea. No wonder pectin is the “peetate” in the over-the-counter diarrhea preparation, Kaopectate.
Constipation - Physicians recommend diets high in fiber to add bulk to the stool. Bulk stimulates normal bowel contractions and relieves constipation.
Heart Disease and Stroke - Pectin may help reduce blood cholesterol. a key risk factor for heart disease and some types of stroke. In the presence of pectin, the cholesterol we eat remains in the intestinal tract until it is eliminated. So eat an apple for dessert when you have meat and dairy products, and enjoy some protection from their cholesterol.
Cancer - The American Cancer Society recommends a high-fiber diet to help prevent several forms of cancer, particularly colon cancer. Pectin binds certain cancer-causing compounds in the colon, speeding their elimination from the body, according to a study published in the Journal of the National Cancer Institute.
Diabetes - Physicians also recommend high-fiber diets to control diabetes. Several studies show that apple pectin helps control blood sugar (glucose) levels in diabetics.
Lead Poisoning - European studies suggest apple pectin helps eliminate lead, mercury, and other toxic heavy metals from the body. Cleansing the body of these poisons is yet another reason for people who live in polluted cities to enjoy the proverbial apple a day.
Wound Infection - Although the pectin in apple fruit is this herb’s major medicinal component, apple leaves contain an antibiotic (phloretin). If you cut yourself out in the orchard, crush some apple leaves and press them onto the wound as first aid until you can wash and bandage it.