Food Remedies - Carpal Tunnel

I've been working behind a computer typing for many years. Finally repetition had won over my hands & arms. Tingly, numbness, & aching was here to stay. Well at least for a little bit ...

Someone who dislikes visiting health care buildings, finally decided to book an appointment with a Practitioner. The Dr recommended that I ice my hands after work & take some over the counter pharmaceuticals. I am not one to cover pain with a pill, so it continued as I took the advice of using ice. I started to wear wraps to keep the swelling down while I slept. Tossing & turning from the pain & not sleeping as well as I could be. Over time this resulted in an irritable, short tempered, abnormal self.

So I started to do some research on natural healing properties of the food I was consuming, especially Carpal Tunnel destroyers. Was on my way to find an "out of the bottle" answer,  not just a remedy to cover the problem. I found the Vitamix Blender & a bond formed right away. This was my answer to cure myself with colorful fruits & vegetables. 

Today I still work inputting information 40 hrs a week on the computer & my pain has subsided with NO medications being used! This has worked in my case but may not be the same for yourself.  Results may be different but it's worth a glass.  

Fresh recipes to be posted soon plus 

photos of my journey into the juicing world.  

TO BE ENJOYED: 
Packed with antioxidants and nutrients...
Avocado, chile peppers, basil, turmeric, flax seed, pineapple, spinach, kale, blueberries, cherries, squash, bell peppers, whole grains, beans, fish, banana

MADE THINGS WORSE:
Refined & Processed foods for example:  white breads, pastas, sugar, red meat, margarine & salt 
  

I enjoy handfuls of fruits & veggies every day & never felt better! Thanks Momma Nature :)

Tomatillo Salsa

The Last Harvest of 2013 :)

Was out in the garden yesterday and picked the remaining tomatillo(s),   pronounced toe-mah-TEE-yo.  So here we go canning our fresh produce to enjoy all year round!

The tomatillos resemble paper lanterns while growing  & the coating keeps them protected from pests & frost. Remove the paper before consuming as this is not edible.

We grew a purple & green variety this year & produced the fruit the size of a cherry to a plum. Just dug a new hole in the yard & voila,  the tomato bush/tree was born! The  fruit taste sour while being sweet.  You have most likely had "tomate verde" while visiting Mexico or the Latin section in the grocery store; it's the green salsa. Most of the time it's the less spicy of all salsas. 

Will be starting these seeds again in the new year. 
Enjoy the freshness & the recipe! 



Tomatillo Salsa - Canning Recipe 


Ingredients:

• 6 cups  chopped tomatillos

• 3 cups chopped onion                                                  

• 2 chopped jalapeno peppers                              

• 6 chopped garlic cloves                                                 

• 1/2 cup chopped cilantro                                                  

• 1/2 cup lemon juice                                                   

• 2 teaspoons cumin                                                   

• 1/2 tsp salt     

• 1/2 tsp black pepper  
• 1/2 tsp dried hot peppers (optional)

 Options: More kick add more cumin &/or jalapenos


                                                                                       

Directions: 

1. Combine all ingredients in a large pot & stir often over medium to high heat until boiling.

2. Reduce heat & simmer 20 minutes.

3. Ladle into jars & leave 1/2" head space.

4. Adjust lids, process in a hot water bath for 20 minutes.

5. Remove from water bath & place on a towel while cooling down. Listen for the 'ping' musical to begin.

After these have set for at least 24 hours, you can remove the metal bands from the jars. If at any time in storage the top unseals, this is a sign that the food is unsafe to consume. I also remove the bands making it easier to get the top off, no rust or fight required to open the jar. 

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Let me know of any adjustments you made. 

Keep smiling as it looks great on you:)