Download or read book Acid Reflux Diet Meditation for Fasting written by Sable Delight and published by Sable Delight. This book was released on 2020-11-10 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you want to Sleep Better and stay Acid-Free, then Keep reading! Are looking for a book that solves two problems in one go? Perfect! This is the right one for you! For you who have gastric reflux problems and for you who also have overweight problems and who think that you cannot do diets or fastings because of reflux. This book is for you that: suffer from abdominal bloating, by a chronic nagging cough or sore throat, postanasal drip, by a feeling of a lump in the back of your throat; have allergies or shortness of breath; have overweight problems that you have difficulty losing due to reflux; need stress-relief and mindfulness meditation to solve your problems thanks to the mini habits. Maybe you think that having reflux problems, fasting can be counterproductive. Actually you have to think that meditation will help you to relax and when you are relaxed the reflux has benefits. Meditation for fasting with Mini Habits and weight loss Hypnosis, is the right solution for you! For first follow the amazing recipes contained in this book and little by little try Mini Habits and Meditation. Remember that fasting hurts in case of gastric reflux only if prolonged over time and alternating with periods of binges!
Download or read book Acid Reflux Diet Meditation For Fasting written by Sable Delight and published by . This book was released on 2020-05-03 with total page 182 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you want to Sleep Better and stay Acid-Free, then Keep reading! Are looking for a book that solves two problems in one go? Perfect! This is the right one for you! For you who have gastric reflux problems and for you who also have overweight problems and who think that you cannot do diets or fastings because of reflux. This book is for you that: suffer from abdominal bloating, by a chronic nagging cough or sore throat, postanasal drip, by a feeling of a lump in the back of your throat; have allergies or shortness of breath; have overweight problems that you have difficulty losing due to reflux; need stress-relief and mindfulness meditation to solve your problems thanks to the mini habits. Maybe you think that having reflux problems, fasting can be counterproductive. Actually you have to think that meditation will help you to relax and when you are relaxed the reflux has benefits. Meditation for fasting with Mini Habits and weight loss Hypnosis, is the right solution for you! For first follow the amazing recipes contained in this book and little by little try Mini Habits and Meditation. Remember that fasting hurts in case of gastric reflux only if prolonged over time and alternating with periods of binges! BUY THIS BOOK RIGHT NOW!
Download or read book Meditation for Fasting written by Emmanuel Young and published by Emmanuel Young. This book was released on 2019-11-25 with total page 30 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Rapid weight loss is yours today with this powerful guided meditation program from sleep hypnotherapy. The amazing power of the mind could be your solution to losing weight quickly and effortlessly. By controlling what you think, you can control what you eat and control your physical body much more easily than ever before.
That's what this unique fasting meditation session does for you - like no other. With this audiobook, you’ll understand how to adjust the various intermittent-fasting plans to work for your unique lifestyle.
With this ultimate meditation audiobook, you’ll be able to:
- Lose weight fast and naturally
- Sleep better and smarter
- Have more energy throughout your day
- Practice mental and physical transcendence
- Ward off potential negative effects from fasting
Just turn on your audiobook, relax, and fall asleep...fast, natural weight loss and better confidence await you. Rapid weight loss doesn't have to be a chore; make it natural, faster, and easier with sleep hypnotherapy. When you wake, you'll feel more energized and motivated and start seeing real results!
Each day of the plan in Meditation for Fasting will help you explore and release what's weighing you down physically, emotionally, and mentally - the mental blocks, thoughts, habits, and behaviors that stand in your way - to make it easier to think more clearly, make better choices, and maximize metabolism.
Download or read book The 7 Day Acid Reflux Diet written by Robert Fleischer and published by Createspace Independent Publishing Platform. This book was released on 2013-06-27 with total page 134 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Acid Reflux Exposed! Maybe you don't realize it, but in the next few moments you're going to learn how to take control of the pain and discomfort you've been experiencing for such a long time. You know the uncomfortable burning sensation in your chest. The fear of eating a decent meal, and the inconvenience of having to always have antacids with you. In his book Robert offers you a proven step-by-step approach to gradually decrease the need for antacids, while safely eliminating the causes of acid reflux and so ensuring relief. In this book you'll: Find out how to check if what you're experiencing is acid reflux, or something more serious. Uncover what factors are responsible for your GERD Discover little-known symptoms of acid reflux (these might surprise you) It's a fact that not only adults suffer from acid reflux, but children and even infants too. What if your child or a child you deeply care about suffers from this painful condition? This is your opportunity to gain the knowledge that could make a difference. You'll learn: How acid reflux can turn deadly, and the steps you can take to prevent this Serious and debilitating complications you should know about How using conventional treatments could be putting you at risk for more threatening health conditions You probably already know that conventional treatment only serves to mask the symptoms; and in this book you'll discover how you have more control over your well-being than just popping a pill. Instead of masking your symptoms, rather uncover the true causes. The further on you read, you'll begin to understand how essential it is to be armed with this knowledge. You'll learn some simple strategies that can help you quickly improve heartburn and acid reflux, including an Emergency 7-Day Treatment Plan to have you feeling better within just one week. A little taste of what you'll discover: 7 trigger foods How to fight GERD with bacteria How fun, relaxation and a little time for yourself can help relieve GERD and much more ... Everything is outlined for you, step by step, complete with menu plan and 45 surprisingly mouth-watering recipes. Drift back in time to when eating was pure pleasure, with no pain or fear to go with that. Imagine what it would be like if you could eat a meal without having any discomfort. What will this mean for you? Fact. Acid reflux won't get better by itself, but you have in this book all the know-how and tools to get amazing results. To ensure your well-being and the well-being of those you care about, get your copy now! BONUS BOOK! Get a FREE BONUS copy of the best-selling ebook: Nutrition Essentials The Food Pyramid Correct Proteins For Weight Loss Correct Carbs For Weight Loss Correct Fats For Weight Loss What About Organic And Raw Foods Don't put it off! Get your copy TODAY!
Download or read book Dropping Acid written by Jamie Koufman and published by Simon and Schuster. This book was released on 2012-09-04 with total page 400 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dropping Acid: The Reflux Diet Cookbook & Cure is the first book to explain how acid reflux, particularly silent reflux, is related to dietary and lifestyle factors. It also explains how and why the reflux epidemic is related to the use of acid as a food preservative. Dr. Koufman defines the symptoms this shockingly common disease and explains why a change in diet can alleviate some of the most common symptoms. Dropping Acid offers a dietary cure for acid reflux, as well as lists of the best and worst foods for a reflux sufferer. The book’s recipes use tasty fats as flavorings, not as main ingredients; included are the recipes for tasty dishes that prove living with reflux doesn't mean living without delicious food.
Download or read book Essential Fasting written by Jordan Rubin and published by Destiny Image Publishers. This book was released on 2020-09-15 with total page 324 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Let fasting unleash the healer within you!Do you wish there was a simple way to lose weight, feel healthier, and increase your energy, without the hassle of counting calories or planning meals? There is! It’s the ancient practice of “fasting!”The term “fasting” may sound intimidating, but effective fasting simply...
Download or read book How to Eliminate Heart Burn and Acid Reflux Naturally written by John Davidson and published by JD-Biz Corp Publishing. This book was released on 2013-05-15 with total page 53 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How to Eliminate Heart Burn and Acid Reflux Naturally - Health Learning Series Table of Contents • Introduction Section one: • What is heart burn? • Symptoms of heart burn. o In adults o In children • What are the causes of heart burn? Section two: • How to get rid of heart burn? o Life style changes. o Home remedies for heart burn. o Herbal treatment for heart burn. o Medication for heart burn. o Posture changes while sleeping. o Posture changes while eating. o Stress management and heart burn. o Surgical treatment for heart burn Introduction Are you clueless how to get rid of heart burn? Do you need help overcoming the burning pain you experience before or after eating your meals? Is heart burn ruining your life? No matter how old your problem of heart burn may be, “How to get rid of heart burn and Acid Reflux Naturally” gives you a quick review of all homemade, herbal, allopathic and surgical remedies for heart burn. Each chapter of this book gives you a deep insight to the basic causes of heart burn and helps answer your basic question “How to get rid of this condition?” Following the guidelines regarding life style changes, eating habits and medical care, mentioned in this book, you can overcome this problem in a quick and effective manner and can prevent the relapse of symptoms.
Download or read book The Great Physician s Rx for Heartburn and Acid Reflux written by Jordan Rubin and published by Thomas Nelson Inc. This book was released on with total page 226 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt:
Download or read book Health Benefits of Meditation written by John Davidson and published by JD-Biz Corp Publishing. This book was released on 2013-05-15 with total page 42 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Health Benefits of Meditation - Health Learning Series Table of Contents Preface SECTION I – Getting Started Chapter # 1: Intro Chapter # 2: Why Meditate? Chapter # 3: Types of Meditation Chapter # 4: General Guidelines to Meditation SECTION II – Benefits of Meditation to the Brain Chapter # 1: Behind the Scenes Chapter # 2: Better focus & Greater Emotional Response Chapter # 3: More Creativity and Better memory Chapter # 4: Less Stress & Anxiety SECTION III – Benefits of Meditation to the Body Chapter # 1: Better Immunity Chapter # 2: Control on Blood Pressure Chapter # 3: Pain Relief Chapter # 4: Improved Digestion Chapter # 5: Cure Headaches Chapter # 6: Overcome Addictions Chapter # 7: Lower Cholesterol Levels SECTION IV– Conclusion References Preface Social pressure, packed schedules and flailing economies; who has time or the money to even think, let alone practice any type of fitness or health regime. Even those who have the gift of time soon find themselves stuck in the web of, what is mostly an artificial and synthetic dieting market, not realizing they would totally be at the mercy of the industry that’s just out there for their money. In this deranged scene, a world wide revival was made by an art, practiced for over a thousands of years, ‘meditation’. Shooting to fame in the 60s, meditation has been the subject of thousands of scientific studies, with the most heavy ones being taken after the 70s. What is meditation? When most people listen to the word meditation, the image of a Buddhist monk sitting in a weird position comes to mind. This, no doubt is the main idea behind meditation, is still not the extent of it. Before knowing what meditation is, you must know what it is not. Meditation is not: • Concentration: An attempt to hold one’s attention on one specific idea or entity for a usually, long period of time. The techniques used in meditation are just a bit related to the word. • Losing Control: Voices, sounds, involuntary movements and spasms have no relation with meditation. These are just signs of loss of awareness, showing that one no longer controls some or most of his/her body. • Exercises: Physical positions, postures and heavy breathing are also not meditation. These practices can help establish a greater balance in your body, but only if practiced under the supervision of a master. Without a master’s guidance, you’ll just be hindering your body’s to channel its energy in the right way. • Mental effort: For instance, if you keep on thinking about one thing you won’t go anywhere with your practice. Meditation is a tool that helps you rediscover your own inner intelligence. It is keeping the mind quiet, finding the silence that already runs in our nerves and making it an active part of the life. From this increased sense of awareness, you attain intuition, inspiration and complete control and connection, down to the last nerve of the body. In effect you gain countless benefits, not just emotional or spiritual but physical too; you block out countless allergies, disorders and diseases that can or have ravaged through your body. Remember that there is no one way to meditate and in comparison one way is not better than the other as they all use the same principle at the core. In this book you’ll learn all about the benefits of meditation, how it is done and how it provides relief by using only the body’s own ability and not any medication. You will see that nature doesn't put a cost on health and well-being. So forget about your stress and take and relax, because your life is about to get a lot better!
Download or read book Love Your Gut written by Megan Rossi and published by The Experiment. This book was released on 2021-02-16 with total page 321 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: A revolutionary guide to gut health Publisher’s Note: Love Your Gut was previously published in the UK under the title Eat Yourself Healthy. The path to health and happiness is inside you—literally. It’s your gut! When you eat well, you feed the helpful gut microbes that nourish your metabolism, your immunity, and even your mood. But your microbiome is as unique as you are, so how to eat well varies from person to person. There’s more to it than one‑size-fits-all advice like “Take probiotics” and “Eat more fermented foods”—in Love Your Gut, Dr. Megan Rossi cuts through the noise. You’ll learn what your gut actually needs, how it works, and, most importantly, what to do when it’s not loving you back. Gauge your gut health with 11 interactive questionnaires: How happy is your microbiome? Could you have a hidden food intolerance? Are your fruit and veggie choices stuck in a rut? You’ll answer these questions and many more! Craft a personal action plan and treat common problems: Learn to manage IBS, bloating, constipation, heartburn, SIBO, and stress—with evidence-based diet strategies, gut-directed yoga flows, sleep hygiene protocols, bowel massage techniques, and more. Enjoy 50 plant-forward, fiber-filled recipes Get ready to discover your happiest, healthiest self. Love your gut!
Download or read book The Acid Watcher Diet written by Jonathan Aviv, MD, FACS and published by Harmony. This book was released on 2017-01-24 with total page 306 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Dr. Aviv guides readers through healthy dietary choices with targeted recipes, helping them balance their bodies and minds for optimal health and break acid-generating habits for good. Do you suffer from abdominal bloating; a chronic, nagging cough or sore throat; postnasal drip; a feeling of a lump in the back of your throat; allergies; or shortness of breath? If so, odds are that you are experiencing acid reflux without recognizing its silent symptoms, which can lead to serious long-term health problems, including esophageal cancer. In The Acid Watcher Diet, Dr. Jonathan Aviv, a leading authority on the diagnosis and treatment of acid reflux disease, helps readers identify those often misunderstood symptoms while providing a proven solution for reducing whole-body acid damage quickly and easily. His 28-day program is part of a two-phase eating plan, with a healthy balance of both macronutrients (proteins, carbs, and fats) and micronutrients (vitamins, minerals, antioxidants), that works to immediately neutralize acid and relieve the inflammation at the root of acid reflux.
Download or read book DR SEBI CURE written by Catrin Ross and published by CATRIN ROSS. This book was released on 2021-11-07 with total page 192 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Some people think that it is impossible to cure and heal with natural methods. But in reality, there is no more mistaken belief. These people would greatly benefit from consuming an alkaline plant-based diet. Following an alkaline diet means omitting sweeteners, most grains, and limiting fruit intake. This new effective diet focuses on consuming the alkaline vegetables described in this Complete Nutrition Guide by Dr. Sebi. Read on to learn more about how these foods can help you. This book will provide you with the information you need to feel healthy and empowered. It's never too late or too early to start a new organic lifestyle, and you can use this guide to help you get started. It may seem strange or uncomfortable not to eat the unhealthy foods you love, but if you care about your body, your health, and overall well-being, you need to take action today by changing the way you eat. In this book, you will discover: · Alkaline diet herbs · Remedies for many diseases · Benefits of Dr. Sebi's diet · The factors that make an Alkaline diet so · Foods that contribute to weight loss · What studies say about the effect of having a regular pH level in your body · What you need to eat and avoid · How acidity leads to diseases · The benefits of detoxing your body · The detox herbs from Dr. Sebi’s diet and how you can use them · Amazing recipes that will help you follow Dr. Sebi’s approach to the alkaline diet · The risks of the alkaline diet and how to avoid them …and much more! Now is the time to ask yourself: will you continue to feed as you always have, perhaps suffering from an ailment for which your doctor says he cannot do anything and which may get worse over time, or will you change the way you eat and heal yours. Body? The choice to have a better life, the life you deserve, is yours. So, what are you waiting for? Grab Dr. Sebi's book today and start healing your life!
Download or read book Krause s Food the Nutrition Care Process written by L. Kathleen Mahan and published by Elsevier Health Sciences. This book was released on 2012-01-01 with total page 1255 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The most respected nutrition text for more than 50 years, Krause's Food & the Nutrition Care Process delivers comprehensive and up-to-date information from respected educators and practitioners in the field. The latest recommendations of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010, new and expanded chapters, and a large variety of tables, boxes, and pathophysiology algorithms provide need-to-know information with ease, making this text perfect for use in class or everyday practice. Clear, logical organization details each step of complete nutritional care from assessment to therapy. UNIQUE! Pathophysiology algorithms clarify the illness process and to ensure more effective care. New Directions boxes reflect the latest research in emerging areas in nutrition therapy. Focus On boxes provide additional detail on key chapter concepts. Clinical Insight boxes and Clinical Scenarios with detailed Sample Nutrition Diagnosis statements help ensure the most accurate and effective interventions in practice. Key terms listed at the beginning of each chapter and bolded within the text provide quick access to important nutrition terminology. More than 1,000 self-assessment questions on a companion Evolve website reinforce key textbook content. Reorganized table of contents reinforces the Nutrition Care Process structure endorsed by the American Dietetic Association (ADA). New recommendations reflect a comprehensive approach to diet and nutrition that incorporates the Dietary Guidelines for Americans 2010, the MyPyramid food guide, and the Eating Well with Canada's Food Guide recommendations. MNT for Thyroid Disorders chapter details important nutrition considerations for managing thyroid disorders. New calcium and vitamin D Dietary Recommended Intakes (DRIs) improve monitoring of nutrient intake. Expanded Nutrition in Aging chapter includes assessment and nutritional care guidelines for the growing elderly patient population. Growth grids for children detail proper patient nutrition during infancy and early childhood. Extensively revised MNT for Food Allergies chapter highlights the importance of food allergy management in clinical nutrition therapy. Updated appendices enhance assessment accuracy with the latest laboratory findings and normal values.
Download or read book Medical Conditions Requiring Paleo Diet written by John Davidson and published by JD-Biz Corp Publishing. This book was released on 2013-05-15 with total page 43 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Medical Conditions Requiring Paleo Diet - Health Learning Series Table Of Contents Introduction: The ancient diet Section one: Knowing paleo diet Paleo diet explained. Dissecting paleo diet: An analysis of its components Section two: Medical conditions benefiting from paleo diet Cardiovascular diseases: A heart protecting diet Diabetes: Too much sweetness, too many problems. Obesity: Eat less, get thinner but with more energy Sleep problems: A soothing diet Allergies: “I am totally natural” says paleo diet • Skin problems: Be gone you rashes! • Autoimmune diseases: Protecting you from your own self Introduction: The ancient diet In the search for the best diet, a theory was presented in the 1980s. The theory reminded humans of their ancestors and the healthy lives they used to live. It blamed the development of modern diseases on our present imperfect diet which it considers a recent innovation as compared to what our bodies have been adapting to, for the major part of history. It says that if we eat the diet of our ancestors, we will return to that healthy state and the diseases of our present time will fade away into non-existence. This is the concept behind paleo diet. Paleo diet, a modern adaptation of the supposed diet of our ancestors, is claimed to be the solution to the dietary hazards of our time. Can it really provide benefits over our present diet? Can it really be the solution of hazardous diseases that have plagued the modern society? This book discusses the advantages of paleo diet over modern diet relevant to the cure of diseases and assumes the position that indeed, paleo diet can be the solution for the major diseases of our age.
Download or read book The Magic of Aloe Vera written by John Davidson and published by JD-Biz Corp Publishing. This book was released on 2013-05-15 with total page 43 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Bestselling author John Davidson presents "Horses - For Kids – Amazing Animal Books For Young Readers". Beautiful Pictures and easy reading format will help children fall in love with horses. This is one of over 30 books in the Amazing Animal Books for Young Readers Series. http://AmazingAnimalBooks.com The series is known as one of the most beautiful animal book series. The pictures look great even in black and white and are excellent in full color. Lots of facts and photos will help your children learn about this wonderful animal. Children are given a well-rounded understanding of these beautiful horses: anatomy, feeding habits and behavior. *** You and your kids will love learning about horses*** Table of Contents 1. Facts About Horses 2. Breeds of Horses 3. Thoroughbred Horses 4. Barrel Horses 5. Race Horses 6. Dressage Horses 7. Shire Horses 8. Friesian Horses 9. Miniature Horses 10. Mustang Horses 11. Quarter Horses 12. Breeding Horses 13. Clydesdale Horses 14. Morgan Horses 15. Paint Horses 16. Riding Horses Get this book at this special price. Facts About Horses Are you already fond of horses at an early age? If you do, you will definitely enjoy the facts that you will learn about the strongest animal we know. How Horses Are Born Just before giving birth, a young pregnant horse gets into the right position. During its delivery, you will immediately see the first front foot coming out, followed by the second foot, then its nose. After the head is seen, the shoulders and the head are next, and this is known to be the most difficult part. After this challenging part, the hind legs and hips will come out easily until the baby horse, which is called colt (boy) and filly (girl) is completely out. Popular Terms for Horses Horse lovers often use terms which only them can understand. For someone, who is interested about horses, here are some common terms that you need to learn: 1. Aged - this is what you call a horse that is more than nine years old already 2. Backyard horse - this is a kind of horse that does not live in a barn. Instead, it lives with its owner or master. 3. Colt - this refers to a young horse that is less than four years old and has not been castrated yet. 4. Dam - this is what you call the mother of the horse 5. Filly- this refers to a young female horse that is below four years old 6. Foal- this is a baby pony or horse that is still under its mother's care 7. Mare - this is what you call a female horse that is already more than four years old 8. Stallion - this refers to a male horse that hasn't been castrated and already more than four years old How Old Does a Horse or Pony Get? Unlike people, horses only have short lifespans. Normally, a horse reaches 30 years, but it can still extend up to 40 years old. To determine its age, veterinarians examine and check the incisors (teeth) of the upper and lower jaws. It is very normal to talk about a horse' speed. The slowest speed is called walk and a bit faster than this is called trot. If you see a little faster than a trot, it is called canter and the fastest speed is called gallop.
Download or read book Neuroscientific Insights and Therapeutic Approaches to Eating Disorders written by Kukreja, Jyoti and published by IGI Global. This book was released on 2024-07-23 with total page 460 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: In the complex landscape of binge eating disorders, a pervasive and intricate challenge unfolds. Binge eating, characterized by Binge eating disorders, is a difficult challenge that requires a nuanced understanding of the underlying neuroscientific mechanisms for effective prevention and intervention strategies. There is a pressing need to bridge the gap between cutting-edge neuroscientific research and the evolving therapeutic landscape. To address this, our groundbreaking book is tailored for academic scholars in the neuroscientific community. We offer a transformative journey into the heart of binge eating disorders, unraveling the mysteries that govern neural circuits, genetic factors, hormonal imbalances, and more. Neuroscientific Insights and Therapeutic Approaches to Eating Disorders is a beacon for researchers, clinicians, and mental health professionals seeking to deepen their comprehension of eating disorders. It addresses the present-day challenges posed by binge eating and presents a roadmap for future research and clinical applications. This comprehensive resource synthesizes the latest findings in neuroscience with innovative therapeutic approaches, ultimately paving the way for improved outcomes. Episodes of excessive food consumption and loss of control demand a nuanced understanding of the underlying neuroscientific mechanisms for effective prevention and intervention strategies. Our present reality is marked by a pressing need to bridge the gap between cutting-edge neuroscientific research and the evolving therapeutic landscape. The intricate relationship between the brain and eating disorders calls for a comprehensive resource that not only dissects the neurobiological foundations but also illuminates the path toward innovative therapeutic approaches.
Download or read book The Magic of Marigolds Marigolds for Health and Beauty written by John Davidson and published by JD-Biz Corp Publishing. This book was released on 2013-05-15 with total page 41 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The Magic of Marigolds - Marigolds for Health and Beauty Table of Contents Introduction Use of Marigolds In Herbal Lore And Tradition Planting Marigolds in Your Garden Beauty Products Made from Marigolds and Tips How to Make Marigold Skincare Cream Marigolds in Cooking Appendix Conclusion Introduction I was under the impression that the beautiful Marigold was just an ornamental flower looking great in my garden, until I found out that it was an herbaceous perennial, used in herbal medicines, natural remedies, and also in beauty recipes. So, this book is going to tell you all about the magic of marigolds, how to see them grow and flourish in your garden, and also use them in cookery, as well as in beauty recipes. In Asia, marigolds are an integral part of social life. Every auspicious ceremony needs garlands of marigolds and jasmines to adorn the houses, photographs of the gods, goddesses, and guests who have been invited to bless the ceremony with their presence. Marigolds are originally natives of North India, Africa, and Mexico. From here, they were taken all over the civilized world by traders. So that means you are going to see Calendula officinalis, otherwise known as garden Marigold , common Marigold and even pot Marigold , growing all in warm and temperate regions all over the globe. But a Mexican priest told me that ancient legend says the name Marigold is supposed to be in praise of the Virgin Mary – “Mary’s Gold”. Also, he told me that this flower named cempasúchil in Mexico was considered to be the sacred flower of the dead, and had to be offered during the celebration of The Day of the Dead, when people prayed to their departed near and dear ones. In India, this flower is called Satvarga- just like the Sun. Marigolds may bloom throughout the year, if the conditions are favorable, and the sun is warm and shining, so naturally this flower is one of the most preferred choices to use in happy celebrations, when you want to depict and praise light and sunshine. Do you know that the ancient Greeks, Romans, Egyptians and Indians used Marigold flowers as a natural dye? They also colored foods with Marigold flowers to give the dish a golden yellow tint, especially when they did not have turmeric or saffron around. So if you want to nibble Marigolds, remember that only Pot Marigold Species T. tenuifolia florets are edible. Do not use Marigold leaves in any culinary masterpiece.
