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Food Plants of the World: An illustrated guide Ben-Erik van Wyk See book keywords and concepts

Young stems (buds, bamboo shoots). Cultivation & harvesting Bamboos are Bamboo shoot products Bamboo shoots easily propagated by division but are also wild-harvested. The young stems may be blanched by covering them with soil before they are cut off, peeled and boiled in salt water to remove poisonous cyanide glycosides. Uses & properties The young stems are bland tasting but have a crispy texture and are very popular in oriental and especially Chinese cooking. bamboo shoots are eaten cooked as a vegetable or added to numerous dishes, especially stir-fries and stews.

Phyllanthus emblica; Euphorbiaceae; emblic, ambal TrAs fruit Phyllostachys aurea; Poaceae; fish-pole bamboo Chin shoots Phyllostachys bambusoides; Poaceae; madake bamboo Chin shoots Phyllostachys dulcis; Poaceae; sweetshoot bamboo Chin shoots Phyllostachys edulis; Poaceae; bamboo shoots bamboo Chin shoots Physalis alkekengi; Solanaceae; bladder cherry, Chinese lantern plant Eu, Asia fruit Phvsalis ixocarpa: Solanaceae; tomatillo, jamberry CAm fruit Phvsalis peruviana; Solanaceae; Cape gooseberry SAm fruit 72 2.30 1.10 0.

Indian Herbal Remedies: Rational Western Therapy, Ayurvedic and Other Traditional Usage, Botany C. P. Khare See book keywords and concepts

English: Thorny bamboo. Parts used Root, leaves, fruits, Bamboo-manna. Dose Decoction 50-100 ml, Bamboo-manna 1-3 g. Classical use Charaka prescribed the paste or decoction of the leaves or seeds in external and internal prescriptions for acute suppurated conditions, poisonous bites, intestinal worms, excessive fat. In polyuria, Charaka gave barley-shaped fruits of the plant in a dietary preparation. Bamboo nodes are included in a compound formulation of Siddha-bheshaja-manimaala for amenorrhoea.

Safe Trip to Eden: Ten Steps to Save Planet Earth from the Global Warming Meltdown David Steinman See book keywords and concepts

How about something very cool: bamboo kitchen utensils ($5.75 for a set of six at www.greenfeet.com) are from a renewable resource. bamboo is easily replanted, grows very quickly, and renews itself in a few years. When you're exhausted and don't want to do the dishes, go to Wal-Mart to pick up some recycled paper plates from Chinet with 95 percent total recycled content (only 88 cents for a pack of fifteen, we hear). Environmental Home Center (www.environmentalhome center.

Spiritual Nutrition: Six Foundations for Spiritual Life and the Awakening of Kundalini Gabriel Cousens, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

The foods highest in silicon include barley, bamboo shoots, kelp, oats, rice polish, rice bran syrup, straw tea, and alfalfa tablets. Silicon-rich foods include burdock root, cucumbers, skin of cucumbers, skin of bell peppers, grasses in general, horsetail grass, hemp leaves, marjoram, nettles, New Zealand spinach, nopal cactus, radish, romaine lettuce, and skin of tomatoes, as well as bamboo sap. Nature's First Law bamboo sap has the highest silicon content of any food on Earth. Nuts, seeds, grains, and cereals are high in silicon.

Food Plants of the World: An illustrated guide Ben-Erik van Wyk See book keywords and concepts

Poaceae; spiny bamboo, male bamboo Ind, TrAs shoots Bambusa beechcyana; Poaceae Chin shoots Bambusa comuta; Poaceae TrAs shoots Bambusa spinosa; Poaceae TrAs shoots Bambusa vulgaris; Poaceae; common bamboo TrAs shoots 17 2.5 0.30 0.90 A, Bl, B2, C, Nic Barbarea verna; Brassicaceae; land cress, winter cress Med, NE leaves 21 5.14 - 1.49 C Basella alba <=B. rubra); Basellaceae; Malabar spinach, Ceylon spinach Ind, TrAs leaves Bauhinia esculenta (=Tylosema esculenta); Fabaceae; marama bean Afr (South) seeds 539 32.9 37.8 3.

PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition Thomson Healthcare, Inc. See book keywords and concepts

Production: bamboo sprouts are the young shoots of Arundinaria japonica. actions and pharmacology COMPOUNDS Soluble mono-, oligo-, and polysaccharides Silicic acid: to some extent water-soluble EFFECTS No information is available. indications and usage Bamboo is seldom used for medicinal purposes in Western medicine. Indian Medicine: The drug is used for asthma, arthritis, and coughs. precautions and adverse reactions No health hazards or side effects are known in conjunction with the proper administration of designated therapeutic dosages.

PDR for Herbal Medicines Joerg Gruenwald, Ph.D. See book keywords and concepts

Production: bamboo sprouts are the young shoots of Arundinaria japonica. ACTIONS AND PHARMACOLOGY COMPOUNDS Soluble mono, oligo- and polysaccharides Silicic acid: to some extent water-soluble EFFECTS No information is available. INDICATIONS AND USAGE In oriental medicine, the drug is used for asthma, coughs, and disorders of the gallbladder. PRECAUTIONS AND ADVERSE REACTIONS No health hazards or side effects are known in conjunction with the proper administration of designated therapeutic dosages. DOSAGE Preparation: The juice from the young shoots is hardened as bamboo sugar.

The Cure Within: A History of Mind-Body Medicine Anne Harrington See book keywords and concepts

The United States had broken off diplomatic relations with Communist China in 1949, and the bamboo Curtain had largely excluded visitors from the United States since then. In the early 1970s, however, the Nixon administration began to explore the possibility of restoring diplomatic relations with China. Secretary of State Henry Kissinger took the lead in laying the groundwork for the first meeting between Nixon and Mao.

Health Begins in the Colon Dr. Edward F. Group III, DC, ND, DACBN See book keywords and concepts

Ingredients in the LIFE Detox Foot Patches™ These natural cleansing patches contain no chemical additives, harmful drugs, preservatives, or other artificial substances, but only natural minerals and herbal ingredients such as: Achyranthes Root, Agaricus Mushroom, Balloon Flower, bamboo Vinegar, Chinese Pea Shrub, Cypress Vinegar, Korean Mugwort, PE+OPP, Siberian Ginseng, Tourmaline, White Peony Root, and Zeolite.

Women's Encyclopedia of Natural Medicine: Alternative Therapies and Integrative Medicine for Total Health and Wellness Tori Hudson, N.D. See book keywords and concepts

Strain the tea through a metal-wire or bamboo tea strainer. Drink throughout the day. RECOMMENDED SCREENING TESTS AND IMMUNIZATIONS The following charts list recommended screenings and immunizations for women at average risk for most diseases and for women with various risk factors. These are guidelines only. Your health-care provider will personalize the timing of each test and immunization to best meet your health-care needs. The charts are based on the recommendations of the National Women's Health Information Center, U.S.

Alternative Medicine Magazine's Definitive Guide to Sleep Disorders: 7 Smart Ways to Help You Get a Good Night's Rest Herbert Ross, DC with Keri Brenner, L.Ac. See book keywords and concepts

These are not recommended for the bedroom because they are too stimulating. 7. bamboo flutes. 8. Colors: Most auspicious are red, green, blue, yellow. 9. Other items: For example, chalk under the bed to cure a backache.

Adaptogens: Herbs for Strength, Stamina, and Stress Relief David Winston, RH(AHG), and Steven Maimes See book keywords and concepts

Another formula with amla combines the fruit's juice with licorice, staapiogemc nerus in K^omcnnanon zji pippali long pepper, raisins, ginger, honey, and bamboo manna. They are slowly cooked into a thick syrup, or electuary. This formula, known as amalaki avaleha, is used to treat people with anemia, jaundice, and spermatorrhea (involuntary discharge of semen without orgasm). In India, ashwagandha and shatavari are frequently combined and cooked in milk as a restorative combination for the male and female reproductive systems.

Food Plants of the World: An illustrated guide Ben-Erik van Wyk See book keywords and concepts

Uses & properties The young stems are bland tasting but have a crispy texture and are very popular in oriental and especially Chinese cooking. bamboo shoots are eaten cooked as a vegetable or added to numerous dishes, especially stir-fries and stews. They may be pickled in vinegar, salted or candied. Canned or preserved bamboo shoots are readily available and are used for sukiyaki, a traditional Japanese dish of sliced beef and various vegetables cooked directly at the table. It is served with boiled rice and each mouthful is dipped in raw egg before being eaten.

Don't Go to the Cosmetics Counter Without Me, 7th Edition Paula Begoun and Bryan Barron See book keywords and concepts

Among the six shades, only bamboo is questionable because it has a slight orange cast. The others are winning neutrals, with Mahogany a standout for dark skin. Although this concealer has a matte finish, a slight amount of shine is evident. It's a minor issue, but one you should be aware of if you want to avoid shine. POWDER: © $$$ Inner Light Pressed Powder ($19) is a talc-free pressed powder with a silky texture that feels creamier than most yet remains sheer on skin. Three very good shades are available; however, there are no options for dark skin tones.

PDR for Herbal Medicines, Fourth Edition Thomson Healthcare, Inc. See book keywords and concepts

Mode of Administration: The juice from the young shoots is hardened as bamboo sugar and used internally. literature No literature is available. Baneberry Actaea spicata description Medicinal Parts: The medicinal part is the root. Flower and Fruit: The white flowers are in ovate racemes. They have 4 to 6 bracts, white stamens and 1 ovary. The fruit is a black, many-seeded berry. Leaves, Stem, and Root: The plant grows 30 to 60 cm tall. It is large, long-petioled, trifoliate, and pinnate. The leaflets are pinnatisect and serrate. The stem is erect and glabrous.

The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine: The Ultimate Multidisciplinary Reference to the Amazing Realm of Healing Plants, in a Quick-study, One-stop Guide Brigitte Mars, A.H.G. See book keywords and concepts

It grows on hillsides, in cliff crevices, or in shady bamboo groves, reaching about 6 to 15 inches in height. It has somewhat heart-shaped basal leaves, compounded into two or three parts, that are green with sometimes purple or reddish tinges. The central leaflet is ovate-lanceolate with a cordate base. Pale yellow terminal flowers appear in panicles or racemes. EUCALYPTUS Botanical Name Eucalyptus spp., including E.

1000 Cures for 200 Ailments: Integrated Alternative and Conventional Treatments for the Most Common Illnesses Marshall Editions See book keywords and concepts

Mung beans, red beans, bamboo shoots, and purslane are also good. Avoid food that is rich and fatty, as it has drying and warming properties that can make symptoms worse. NATUROPATHY Supplements: Take 3-5 g of omega-3 essential fatty acids a day as they have anti-inflammatory properties that may help protect against the extreme reaction of anaphylaxis and other allergic responses to insect bites. Quercetin, when taken before being bitten, can lessen the severity of an allergic response.

In general, pears, cranberries, blueberries, and bananas are recommended, along with mung beans, red beans, bamboo shoots, and purslane. Avoid foods that are rich and fatty as these increase heat in the body, worsening symptoms. CD O NATUROPATHY Diet: Always eat a big meal before drinking alcohol. Foods that are high in protein and fat will slow the absorption rate of alcohol into your jj^^fjf bloodstream. Alcohol flushes fluids out of the body, leading to dehydration ^tM^ and magnifying other hangover symptoms such as headaches and tiredness.

Diet: Eat foods that help circulation, such as spinach, bamboo shoots, ginger, and green onions. Eat fresh fruits such as pears, cranberries, blueberries, and bananas. Beef, egg, milk,| mung beans, red beans, peach kernel, and safflower are also recommended. NATUROPATHY Diet: Eat foods that are high in B vitamins, which are healing to the nervous system. These include wheatgerm, brewer's yeast, eggs, and! whole grains.

Diet: Foods that are good for this condition are corn, rice, tofu, spinach, celery, bamboo shoots, Daikon radishes, carrots, pomegranates, cherries, pears, fish, and water chestnuts. Avoid acidic food, such as tomatoes, oranges, and grapefruit, and hot, spicy food, such as black and white pepper, green and red peppers, chilies, dried ginger, and star anise. NATUROPATHY Diet: Eat a whole food diet and eliminate unnatural refined foods.

Diet: Water and cooked spinach, celery, bamboo shoots, coix seeds, carp, red adzuki beans, and wax gourds induce urination, which is helpful in treating a jaundice condition. Avoid greasy, fatty, spicy, and raw food. NATUROPATHY Diet: Eat plenty of unrefined foods. Avoid hydrogenated oils, which tend to form fat around the liver, making it less effective. The over-consumption of alcohol should be avoided as alcohol is a major cause of liver problems. Herbs: Take 4 g of dandelion root or 8 ml three times a day. This herb increases the production and enhances the flow of bile.

Spiritual Nutrition: Six Foundations for Spiritual Life and the Awakening of Kundalini Gabriel Cousens, M.D. See book keywords and concepts

Silicon-rich foods include burdock root, cucumbers, skin of cucumbers, skin of bell peppers, grasses in general, horsetail grass, hemp leaves, marjoram, nettles, New Zealand spinach, nopal cactus, radish, romaine lettuce, and skin of tomatoes, as well as bamboo sap. Nature's First Law bamboo sap has the highest silicon content of any food on Earth. Nuts, seeds, grains, and cereals are high in silicon. Flax seed, sunflower seed, and sesame seeds are especially good sources.

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Soak four 10-inch bamboo skewers in water for 15 to 30 minutes. Preheat a grill to medium-high or a broiler. Halve the cucumber lengthwise. Scoop out the seeds using a teaspoon. Cut each piece into 1-inch crescents. To assemble, slip a cucumber piece almost to the bottom of a skewer. Add a tofu chunk. Slip on two or three onion crescents, followed by a tomato. Repeat. Grill or broil kebabs for two minutes. Brush them with some marinade. Cook another minute.

The Blue Zones: Lessons for Living Longer From the People Who've Lived the Longest Dan Buettner See book keywords and concepts

Centenarians recount how Japanese soldiers used their Okinawan draftees as human shields, forced to confront GI machine guns though armed only with bamboo spears. American warships rained down some 600,000 shells and fired more than 1.7 million rounds from the ground in the battle known as the "typhoon of steel." The assault literally changed the island's topography. Ie Shima's part in the Battle of Okinawa lasted six days. Many Okinawans were killed.

The Desktop Guide to Herbal Medicine: The Ultimate Multidisciplinary Reference to the Amazing Realm of Healing Plants, in a Quick-study, One-stop Guide Brigitte Mars, A.H.G. See book keywords and concepts

In early spring the hollow stems rise to a height of 2 to 3 feet; they are unbranched and look like multijointed bamboo. At the top of some plants is a conelike strobile, where the reproductive spores are produced. Horsetails bearing a cone are considered fertile; those without are infertile. Later in the season, the unbranched stems wither away, and new, profusely branching ones appear, with green whorls of branches radiating from the nodes (joints), resembling miniature trees.

English: bamboo brier, greenbrier, sawbrier Finnish: sarsaparilla French: salsepareille German: klimme, sarsaparielle, sarsaparillawurzel, stechwinde Italian: salsapariglia Mandarin: ba qia {S. china), ba zi [S. china), gou gu zi (S. china), jin gang teng (S. china), leng fen tuan (S. glabra), tu fu ling (S. glabra), xian Hang (S. glabra), zi ju ling (S.

Whole Foods Companion: A Guide For Adventurous Cooks, Curious Shoppers, and lovers of natural foods Dianne Onstad See book keywords and concepts

General Information Bamboo shoots are literally the shoots—the young, sprouting stems—of a bamboo plant, a type of grass rather than a tree. These new shoots can grow up to a foot in twenty-four hours. Usually cut shortly after they first appear, most bamboo shoots are cone-shaped, six to twelve inches tall, and three inches in diameter. The shoots may also be "hilled"; they are piled with soil as they grow, which prevents the development of the green pigment chlorophyll. Once the tough overlapping sheath is stripped off, the white shoot is ready for eating either raw or cooked.

The Encyclopedia of Medicinal Plants Andrew Chevallier See book keywords and concepts

Habitat & Cultivation Found throughout tropical Asia, especially in India and China, spiny bamboo thrives up to 7,000 ft (2,100 m) above sea level. Parts Used Root, leaves, sprouts. Constituents Spiny bamboo juice contains high levels of silica. History & Folklore Spiny bamboo is arguably the most useful plant on earth, being used to make scaffolding, rafts, furniture, paper, and dozens of other items. It also has an important role to play in herbal medicine. Medicinal Actions & Uses The various parts of spiny bamboo are used in many different ways in Indian and Ayurvedic medicine.

Whole Foods Companion: A Guide For Adventurous Cooks, Curious Shoppers, and lovers of natural foods Dianne Onstad See book keywords and concepts

Once the tough overlapping sheath is stripped off, the white shoot is ready for eating either raw or cooked. The bamboo plant is symbolic of many attributes, including long life, strength, and grace, and serves a multitude of functions for the peoples of Asia. Buying Tips Purchase bamboo shoots that are creamy white, with preference being given to smaller-sized shoots. Culinary Uses The young shoots taste something like sweet, young corn. Fresh whole bamboo shoots should have the outer layer peeled to expose the white flesh.

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