Home Remedies

There are tons of natural ways to heal everyday ailments. Going to the doctor, waiting hours to be seen, and paying extraordinary prices for chemically processed medicine...it’s all a hassle. Stress from this process might even aggravate your condition making it worse! So I’ve decided to every so often make a post about a specific ailment and eSutras Organics all natural way of helping to heal you! It’s a small way to help, but I hope I can help anyone who needs it!

Gout

Gout is a sometimes painful join inflammation caused by high levels of uric acid in your blood stream. Uric acid is a chemical which is a natural part of the normal breaking down and building up of food and body tissues. Normally, uric acid is dissolved in the blood and passed through the kidneys into the urine, where it is eliminated. It commonly affects the big toe, but it can strike in many other joints. You should avoid certain food and drinks because they tend to aggravate the infection. The list of prohibited food includes:

· Offal foods such as liver, kidneys, tripe, sweetbreads and tongue

· Excessive amounts of red meat

· Shellfish, fish roe and scallops

· Peas, lentils and beans

· Alcoholic beverages

Foods you can eat include: Raisins, wheat, ginger, and milk. These foods are low in purines, which convert to uric acid when consumed.

eSutras Organics has a couple of suggested remedies, though. Try making a tea of Juniper Berry and Nettles. One teaspoon each of Juniper berries and Nettle leaf boiled with 5 cups of water. Drink as much as possible. Juniper is a diuretic herb known to lower level of uric acid. It also has anti-inflammatory properties beneficial to arthritis, which affects joints similar to gout. Nettle leaf facilitates the movement of uric acid in the joints and helps elimination through the kidneys.

Another solution we think would do wonders would be Ashwagandha and Kava root capsules. Two a day would be our recommended dosage.

The Day After Earth Day!

What did you do for Earth Day? Did you follow any of the tips we posted in our blog? Let us know in the comments! Also, try this awesome Earth Day themed recipe. Remember Earth Day can be everyday!

Spinach and Nectarine Salad

(Serves about 2)

Ingredients:

2 tblspn orange marmalade

1 large shallot, thinly sliced

2 tblspn white balsamic vinegar

2 tblspn eSutras Organics Extra Virgin Olive Oil

1/4 tblspn eSutras Organics Citrus Salt

1/4 tblspn eSutras Organics ground black pepper

1/4 cup(s) slivered almonds

1 package(s) (7-ounce) baby spinach

2 ripe nectarines, pitted and cut into wedges

Directions:

1. In saucepan, combine marmalade and shallot. Heat for approximately 1 minute. Stir in vinegar, oil, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper.

2. In small skillet, cook almonds on medium 5 minutes, stirring until toasted. Set aside to cool, about 2 minutes.

3. To serve, toss spinach, nectarines, and marmalade mixture until combined. Place on 2 dinner plates; scatter almonds on top.

Teri Ridley, eSutras Organics

Earth Day Tips

With Earth Day only 3 Days away it gives you the perfect reason to start changing little things you do to make the world a little more green. Unless you’re very motivated and have unlimited supplies and resources, changing your lifestyle can be a difficult process. Not because living green in difficult, but because it is a time devotional, as well as mentally devotional task.

People are creatures of habit…even bad ones. It’s time to break the cycle and start fresh, and Earth Day (April 22, 2012) is the perfect day to begin. Here are a few simple tips you can try everyday to help you stay on the path of organic and natural living.

· Ditch the Detergent and try eSutras Organics Soapnuts Kit. It comes with natural Drupes, which are Soapnuts and contain saponins which are a natural surfactant. Re-usable and has no harmful chemicals like nearly all detergents you find in the grocery store.

· Carpool or take public transportation. Transmission emissions, gasoline, and traffic should be 3 top reasons you wouldn’t want to drive. Lots of cities offer affordable transportation so take advantage. If public transportation seems a bit daunting, try to cut back on your carbon footprint and carpool with a friend or co-worker.

· Make a delicious and organic meal, but don’t use the stove. Try one of eSutras Organics Monday Recipes. We always feature a delicious and organic recipes like our Spring Slaw (Skip the sautéing direction!) or Healthy Lunch Salad. A tasty and environmentally sound choice.

· Turn off any electronics and play a board game or go for a walk in the park. Its spring, which means the weather is at its best for a stroll, outdoor concert, or bike ride. Turn off the television and get out there and put your body in motion!

TACOS!

This week has been hectic for eSutras Organics. We’ve moved into a brand new space and we are ready to continue providing awesome organic products to everyone! The address is the same so stop by and see us at 3333 N. Elston Ave, Chicago Il!

Today is Monday which means recipe day! Over the weekend this blogger tried a new restaurant. It was vegetarian Mexican and while the price was great the taste was less than desired. So here’s a recipe that was inspired by this dining experience…except this recipe is made much better by a secret ingredient…eSutras Organics!

Soy Tacos

(Serves about 4)

Ingredients:

· 1 tblspn eSutras Organics Nourishing Oil

· 1 medium onion, chopped

· 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped

· 1 medium green bell pepper, chopped

· 1/2 tspn eSutras Organics Ground Cumin

· 1 tspn eSutras Organics Oregano

· 1 tspn eSutras Organics Chili Powder

· 1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves

· 12 oz. Soy Crumbles

· 2 cups prepared salsa

· A pinch of eSutras Organics Sea Salt, to taste

· A pinch of eSutras Organics (ground) Black Pepper, to taste

Directions:

1. In a large skillet, heat oil over medium heat. Add onion, garlic and green pepper and sauté until onion is translucent, about 4 minutes. Add cumin, oregano and chili powder; sauté until fragrant. Add cilantro, soy crumbles and salsa. Bring to a boil, reduce heat and simmer for 3 minutes. Season to taste with salt and pepper.

2. Serve in taco shells or soft flour tortillas and add your favorite toppings, such as shredded lettuce or chopped tomatoes.

Bon Appétit!

Teri Ridley, eSutras Organics