Back in the day, African American mothers' daily routine was to give their children cod liver oil to promote and ensure good health. And it goes to show, that they were right.
(BlackDoctor.org) -- Some years ago African American mother’s daily routine or ritual was to give their children cod liver oil to promote and ensure good health. Most believed that this distinctive oil was extremely protective and helped to maintain wellness and prevent illness in their precious children. Mothers swore by it and knew it was good for their children.
Of course, their children, in many instances, swore that they did not like the unique oil’s taste, in spite of whatever their mothers thought about the benefits. Cod liver oil, by the way, is oil that is derived from the liver of Codfish. Well, Of Course, Mother Was Right! Cod liver oil is a wonderful nutritional supplement, which provides multiple health benefits. It is rich in nutrients such as:
~Vitamin A: Helps to maintain a healthy immune system, helps resist bacterial and viral infections and is beneficial for eyesight and healthy skin.
~Vitamin D: Helps maintain strong and healthy bones.
~Omega-3 Fatty Acids: Omega-3s have anti-inflammatory properties, which help relieve the symptoms of arthritis, improve brain function, reduce stress, prevent allergies, healthy skin, relieve asthma and help with learning and behavioral disorders.
~Other possible benefits are help in preventing serious diseases such cancer, diabetes, arthritis, musculoskeletal pain, kidney problems and high cholesterol. Plants and nuts are also good sources of Omega-3s, including flaxseed oil, canola oil, broccoli, cantaloupe, kidney beans, spinach, grape leaves, Chinese cabbage,...
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Posted By: Jen Fad
Thursday, June 30th 2011 at 11:06AM
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