Here's a recent question we received at AsktheHerbalist:

Q: I've heard that soaking the almonds before eating is better for you. If so, what is the specific benefit?, and for how long should they soak?

Here's a question we recently got from one of our faithful readers:

What are the best foods for curing colon cancer?

First of all let me state that I can make no claim to "cure" colon cancer. If I did the FDA would probably come to my house, throw me down and cuff me. That would be the last you would ever see of me.

So let's explore some of things that I do to avoid cancer.

Q. I have a friend who is making substantial income in a networking business. He just shares info about natural products, and does pretty good with it.

Y. Yes, my friend it is easily doable by the average person.

Q. John, I heard about this amazing Video you have. A short flick called - The Discovery Movie.

Even better, I see your giving them away, so I'll shut up and go get mine now!

A. That's right - come and get it at this link: http://realenergy.us

Q. John, you've been tremendously helpful to me. My acid reflux is gone and my energy has gone up. It's amazing what a change in diet and a few of the right supplements can do.

However, I still have a problem with painful joints, especially my knees - I guess you'd call it arthritis, or maybe just old age. Can you offer any advice?

 - Related Video   Q. Hey John, right now I'm taking a Goji berry drink, a multi- vitamin, a few herbs and some anti-oxidant products. That's a bunch of pills, plus the juice to choke down. And it's expensive! Is there a cheaper and easier way to get good nutrition? I'm also very picky about fillers and additives in my supplements. Please help.

A. Great question. As an herbalist, I've been exposed to lots of products. Companies tyring to get me to carry there stuff, are approaching me on a daily basis.

Q. Can you sleep off fat?

A. recent research has found a strong link between, hours slept and percent obeisity risk.