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Health Kick 126!
Detoxification, Digestion, Weight Control,
Boosting Immunity, Anti-Aging
This is my personal goal and life-long commitment to get down to 126 pounds and stay at that weight forever!
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If 126 isn't to your liking it can be 136, 146, 156...but end in it with a 6 and let's go for it!
You may not know it, but heart disease is the number-one threat to the health of women in America. While one in 30 women dies of breast cancer, the National Heart, Lung, and Blood Institute reports that one in four dies of heart disease. Most Americans eat so badly,we get 7% of our calories from soft drinks, more than we do from vegetables; the top food group by caloric intake is 'sweets'; and one-third of [the] nation's adults are now obese.The average person is having a bowel movement maybe every other day... if that!!! You should have a nice bowel movement TWICE a day...a nice soft olive greenish long ones..not hard dark brown ball shaped ones! WE ARE TOXIC and not eliminating properly!
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Simply by eating less pasta or bread and more veggies, you could lose a dress or pants size in a year. "You can save from 100-200 calories if you reduce the portion of starch on your plate and increase the amount of vegetables," says Cynthia Sass, RD, a spokeswoman for the American Dietetic Association.
If you have to eat pasta, switch to whole grain pasta with
tomatoe/veggie sauce, not creamy sauces!Use brown rice instead of white. Switch to whole-wheat pasta, whole-wheat flour whole-wheat breads and whole-grain crackers instead of regular white versions.1 cup brown rice = 3g fiber
Fatty fish, such as salmon, is rich in omega-3 fatty acids. Studies suggest this substance may protect against depression. While the extent of the link is uncertain, omega-3 fatty acids offer a wide range of other benefits, including heart health. Besides fish, sources of omega-3 include nuts and leafy, dark green vegetables.To keep cortisol and adrenaline in check, make friends with fatty fish. Omega-3 fatty acids, found in fish like salmon and tuna, can prevent surges in stress hormones and protect against heart disease. For a steady supply, aim to eat three ounces of fatty fish at least twice a week. Always get Alaskan Wild caught salmon.
Carbs may be the foe of fad diets, but they're vital for boosting energy and mood. They are the body's preferred source of fuel, plus they raise serotonin levels. The key is to avoid sweets, which cause blood sugar to spike and plummet, leading to fatigue and moodiness. Instead, turn to whole grains like whole-wheat bread, brown rice, and cereal. The body absorbs whole grains more slowly, keeping blood sugar and energy levels stable.
Another nutrient that may reduce the risk of depression is folate. Like omega-3 fatty acids, folate is found in leafy green vegetables, including spinach and romaine lettuce. Legumes, nuts, and citrus fruits are also good sources of folate.
LEGUMES
Fiber is an energy stabilizer. It slows digestion, providing a more steady supply of energy throughout the day. Boost your fiber intake by eating beans, whole fruits, vegetables, whole-grain breads, and whole-grain cereals.
THE BEAN LIST
1. Red beans - top antioxidant bean containing more antioxidants than blueberries when compared gram-per-gram. Reds are also the top bean source of iron.
2. Kidney beans - second ranking antioxidant bean on the USDA's list, and are also a top fibre source.
3. Black-eyed beans - these beans contain more calcium than any other bean, as well as being a source of folate and magnesium.
4. Black beans - in addition to ranking among the best antioxidant bean sources, black beans are the top bean source of magnesium.
5. Pinto beans - the top bean source of selenium, they are also ranked higher than the blueberry in their antioxidant power.
Remember, many canned beans are high in added salt, look out for the 'no added salt' versions, and always rinse throughly with cold water before adding to your recipes.
Dehydration and fatigue go hand-in-hand. Some studies suggest even mild dehydration can slow the metabolism and sap your energy. The solution is simple - drink plenty of water or other unsweetened beverages at regular intervals.
Lemons/Limes
The Power: Limonene, furocoumarins and vitamin C, all of which help prevent cancer. A wedge has 2 calories, 0 fat and 0 fiber. Buy a few of each and squeeze over salads, fish, beans and vegetables for fat free flavor
The Power: Limonene, furocoumarins and vitamin C, all of which help prevent cancer. A wedge has 2 calories, 0 fat and 0 fiber. Buy a few of each and squeeze over salads, fish, beans and vegetables for fat free flavor
Another way to stay hydrated and energized is to eat fluid-filled foods, such as fresh fruits and vegetables. Skip dry packaged snacks like pretzels in favor of apple wedges or celery. Other hydrating foods include oatmeal and pasta, which swell up with water when cooked.
Hydrating and refreshing, ripe watermelon also has plenty of a powerful antioxidant, glutathione. Known to help strengthen the immune system so it can fight infection, glutathione is found in the red pulpy flesh near the rind."
A handful of almonds may shore up your immune system from the effects of stress. A recommended 1/4 cup serving carries nearly 50% of the daily recommended amount of vitamin E, which helps boost the immune system. And they have riboflavin and niacin, B vitamins that may help you bounce back from the effects of stress.
Grapefruits have a good amount of vitamin C. But science has yet to prove that you can easily get enough vitamin C through foods alone, without supplementation, to help treat cold and flu. However, grapefruit is packed with flavonoids -- natural chemical compounds that have been found to increase immune system activation. Dislike grapefruits? Try oranges or tangerines."It is said that eating a grapefruit before each meal helps you to cut calorie intake in the meal itself, possibly because it slightly lowers blood sugar and makes participants feel more satisfied. Grapefruits also give you glucaric acid, a supernutrient known to lower "bad", artery-clogging cholesterol.
A daily cup of low-fat yogurt may reduce your chances of getting a cold. Look for labels listing "live and active cultures." Some researchers believe they may stimulate your immune system to fight disease. Also look for vitamin D. Recent studies have found a link between low vitamin D levels and an increased risk of cold and flu." Yogurt is also known to help relieve menstrual cramps.
Like carrots, sweet potatoes have the antioxidant beta-carotene, which mops up damaging free radicals. Sweet potatoes also boast vitamin A, which is linked to slowing the aging process and may reduce the risk of some cancers.
They have great ones at OUTBACK STEAK HOUSE!
Easy to find at the grocery store and incorporate into meals, broccoli is an immune-boosting basic. Plus, it's full of nutrients that protect your body from damage. It has vitamins A, vitamin C, and glutathione. Add some low-fat cheese to round out a side dish with immune-enhancing B vitamins and vitamin D.
Spinach has beta-carotene (a carotenoid), Vitamins C and E, potassium, folate, calcium, fiber.Popeye never lets stress get the best of him, maybe it's all the magnesium in his spinach. Magnesium helps regulate cortisol levels and tends to get depleted when we're under pressure. Too little magnesium may trigger headaches and fatigue, compounding the effects of stress. One cup of spinach goes a long way toward replenishing magnesium stores. Not a spinach eater? Try some cooked soybeans, or a filet of salmon, also high in magnesium.
Carrots have alpha-carotene (a carotenoid), fiber.
Switch to Skim Milk, Coconut Milk, Rice Milk or Almond Milk!
Calcium is the cornerstone of strong bones. Adults younger than 50 need 1,000 milligrams per day, and people over 50 need 1,200 milligrams a day. The pop star of calcium sources is undoubtedly milk. A single 8-ounce cup of milk, whether skim, low-fat, or whole, has 300 milligrams of calcium.
Organic Almond Milk by Blue Diamond Replaces: Natural Milk which contains Milk Sugar & Animal Proteins (which feed cancer), Soy Milk which is made from Soy Beans that have been genetically altered. Almond milk is dairy, cholestoral and soy free!
Organic Sprouted Whole Grain Cereal Replaces: Common cereals or breakfast foods that are laden with gluten. (gluten turns to sugar / sugar FEEDS cancer)
Cabbage is another source of immune-strengthening glutathione. And cabbage is easy and inexpensive to find during the winter months when it's in season. Try adding cabbages of any variety (white, red, Chinese) to soups and stews to sneak in extra antioxidants and boost your meal's nutritional value.
Blueberries:Nutrients: Beta-carotene and lutein (carotenoids), anthocyanin (a flavonoid), ellagic acid (a polyphenol), vitamin C, folate, calcium, magnesium, potassium, fiber.Recipe Idea: Cranberries, strawberries, raspberries are nutrient-rich too -- for trail mixes, muffins, and salads!
Tuna has Omega-3 fatty acid, folate, niacin.Recipe Idea: Here's lunch: Salad greens, fresh fruit, canned tuna. Keep "Salad Spritzer" - a light dressing -- in your office fridge. Tuna Guys is one of the best! It is not packed in water, oil, soy or vegetable broth, just it's own natural juices!
Red bell pepper has beta-carotene and lutein (carotenoids), B-complex vitamins, folate, potassium, fiber.Recipe Idea: Rub with olive oil and grill or oven-roast until tender. Delicious in wraps, salads, and sandwiches.
Asparagus has beta-carotene and lutein (carotenoids), B-complex vitamins, folate, fiber.Recipe Idea: Grill or steam slightly then dress with olive oil and lemon. It's a pretty side dish.
Cantaloupe has alpha- and beta-carotene and lutein (carotenoids), B-complex and C vitamins, folate, potassium, fiber.
Tomatoes have beta- and alpha-carotene, lycopene, lutein (carotenoids), vitamin C, potassium, folate, fiber.This vegetable is packed with the red pigment lycopene, the main antioxidant in the prostate gland. Studies reveal that men eating tomatoes (or tomato products such as purée, juice and soup) ten or more times a week have a 35 per cent reduced risk of developing prostate cancer.
Buying organic apples is a good use of your organic food dollars, but don't skip apples if you can't buy them organic - just scrub their skins under running water before eating to reduce pesticide residues. Apples are a good source of fiber - like all fruits and vegetables -- and they're also a great source of immune-boosting vitamin C. A medium-sized apple contains around 95 calories, making them a healthy alternative to other sweet snacks.With an astonishing 150 supernutrients packed into each apple you eat, this easy-to-transport, easy-to-eat, no-waste fruit is especially good for quercetin, an antioxidant that appears from laboratory research to help to kill off viruses such as herpes, which causes cold sores. Quercetin sits just under the skin so never peel your apples before eating.
Grapes are about 80% water, making them a delectable low-calorie snack or dessert. One cup contains about 104 calories, and is packed with vitamins C and K. Raisins (dried grapes) are also a good source of iron. While imported grapes are among the "dirty dozen," this fruit should not be eliminated from your diet if you are unable to buy organic. Instead, eat a variety of grapes from various sources, and wash them well before consuming.
It is a good idea to scrub even produce with inedible skins such as bananas before eating them; that way you keep any contaminates on the skin from spreading to the edible part of the fruit. Bananas are a good source of vitamin C, potassium, and manganese, and a great source of vitamin B6. A medium banana contains about 105 calories.
Advocado is one of the best ways to reduce high blood pressure is to get enough potassium -- and half an avocado has more potassium than a medium-sized banana. In addition, guacamole offers a nutritious alternative when stress has you craving a high-fat treat.
Oatmeal has Omega-3 fatty acids, magnesium, potassium, folate, niacin, calcium, soluble fiber.Recipe Idea: Top hot oatmeal with fresh berries. Oatmeal-and-raisin cookies are a hearty treat.Oats- have them in muesli or porridge, Oatibix or oatmeal. Full of the soluble fibre called beta glucan, which lowers "bad" cholesterol, they also give us silica, a trace mineral believed to be vital for good- quality skin.
Raisins-The Power: These little gems are a great source of iron, which helps the blood transport oxygen and which many women are short on. A half-cup has 218 calories, 0 fat and 3 grams of fiber. Sprinkle raisins on your morning oatmeal or bran cereal - women, consider this especially during your period.
Lemon, Ginger and Honey Tea
Take a two inch piece of ginger, remove bark. Slice it into several pieces and put them into a cup. Add boiling water, a table spoon of honey and a squeeze of lemon. Detoxification. Ginger cleans bowels and kidneys from toxins, resulting in better well being and a clearer skin. Digestion. By increasing production of digestive fluids ginger helps relieve indigestion, gas pains, diarrhea and stomach cramping.Blood circulation. Ginger stimulates blood circulation and can relieve headaches and other problems caused by bad blood circulation.Anti-inflammatory properties. Ginger is proved to help people suffering from conditions such as arthritis and rheumatism.Morning sickness and motion sickness. With no side effects, ginger is a good alternative to traditional medication.
Switch from regular Iceberg lettuce to raddichio and red leafy lettuce! Radicchio is in the chicory family (it's often called Italian chicory) and has gorgeous dark reddish purple leaves with vibrant white veins. It has a bitter, almost spicy, flavor that pairs wonderfully with sweet and savory flavors such as citrus and honey. There are several different varieties of radicchio, such as Chioggia and Treviso, which looks similar to Belgian endive but is red....Radicchio is extremely low in calories (1 cup shredded has 9 calories) and loaded with fiber, iron, folate, antioxidants, vitamin B6, vitamin E and vitamin C, to name a few.
Try the leafy veggies below!
Endive Arugula Spinach Chicory Mustard Turnip
Fling fresh sardines under the grill, or have them from a can; either way, like mackerel, salmon and anchovies, they are great for omega-3 oils, which seem to make platelets in the blood less likely to clump together and cause a clot. Always get Pacfic Coast wild caught sardines!
Apple Cider Vinegar with The Mother
Drink 3 (8 oz). glasses with 2 tsp. of ACV everyday!
Colds and viruses thrive in a body that has acidic ph levels…and have a hard time getting a foothold in a body that is alkaline!
For centuries, people have been using Apple Cider Vinegar (ACV) for everything from encouraging weight loss and healing aches and pains, to improving hair/skin condition and treating dandruff. ACV contains all of the nutritional value of apples, as well as additional enzymes and acids produced in the fermentation process. Not all Apple Cider Vinegars are created equal. Make sure yours is unpasteurized and unfiltered. This extra processing negates many of the benefits and enzymes that were in the product in the first place.You take 2 tablespoons in an 8oz glass of water BEFORE EACH meal. You can also use warn water and add some Raw Honey to it as well!Taking the apple cider vinegar tonic home remedy (2 or 3 teaspoons to 8 ounces of water) before a meal will enhance the action of your stomach's acid and digestive enzymes, High cholesterol. Apple cider vinegar reduces cholesterol levels in the body.Blood pressure. It helps regulate high blood pressure.Bones. Calcium in the vinegar helps strengthen the bone structure, which is especially good for older people. Weight loss. Since the vinegar helps break down fat it is useful for weight loss. It also reduces cravings for sweets. Acne. Thanks to its antibacterial properties, apple cider vinegar is used as an acne treatment.Alkaline effect. Many of the deceases of the modern society are caused by over-consumption of acidic foods. The vinegar has an alkaline effect and helps reduce the acidity of the body.Detox. The vinegar helps remove toxins from the body.
Do NOT purchase regular, grocery store apple cider vinegar!
What is the 'Mother' of Vinegar?
The 'mother' of vinegar is a dark, cloudy sediment which naturally occurs as connected strand-like chains of protein enzyme molecules. Many people beleive it is the 'mother' that is what provides you with so many health benefits. The 'mother' is only found in raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar.
Cayenne Pepper!
The higher the heat units the better!
This brand has 35,000 unit...regular grocery
shelf cayenne has only 5,000
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Reduces weight by improving metabolism
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Fantastic for the heart and venous structure
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Eliminates plaque from the arteries
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Helps heal ulcers
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It is healing to the entire circulatory system
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Aids the peristaltic action in the intestines
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It actually helps warm the entire body and can rebuild the flesh harmed from frostbite
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Migraines - cayenne pepper is a godsend for those who suffer from migraines. Once cayenne is in the system, it immediately goes to work in your system.
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It can stop heart attacks. Famed herbalist Dr. John Christopher said if he could get a patient to drink a glass of warm cayenne pepper water (the preferred way to take it actually) it would literally immediately stop the heart attack. Why? Because it immediately equalizes the blood pressure and feeds the heart with the nutrients it needs to function properly. Cayenne pepper and heart health should be something everyone over 40 should know about.
Those are just some of the highlights.It truly is a king of the herbs for many reasons.How do you take cayenne pepper? What is recommended? Some understandably take cayenne pepper capsules. Actually, the best way to take it is in a glass of very warm water (distilled water is preferable but bottled or purified water is sufficient).Start by taking a 1/4th of a teaspoon and put it into a glass of eight ounces and mix. Then, drink it. Yes, it'll be hot and the first few days it will come out of your system as hot as well but your body will acclomate quickly.
These are two of the VERY BEST CEREALS without a nasty, gritty taste!try adding banana, flax seed or fresh raisins to these cereals as well.
Smart Beat® Fat Free Slices
Enjoy this lactose-free alternative to ordinary cheese and you'll get calcium and protein - with no fat - at only 25 calories per slice. Smart Beat® Fat Free Slices are certified by the American Heart Association. They're also certified Kosher.
Enjoy this lactose-free alternative to ordinary cheese and you'll get calcium and protein - with no fat - at only 25 calories per slice. Smart Beat® Fat Free Slices are certified by the American Heart Association. They're also certified Kosher.
Smart Beat (not to be confused with Smart Balance) has only 10 calories per tablespoon AND tastes fabulous -- think Hellmanns!You CAN get this in some grocery stores, so definitely give it a try. Serving Size 1 tbsp,10 Calories, 0 fat, 0 Cholesterol, 136mg Sodium, 3g Carbs, 0 Fiber, 1 Sugar, 0 Protein
Beet Juice!
Beets are low in fat and contain vitamins like vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin B6, B1 and B2 and betalains, an antioxidant in large quantities.One of the most well known and important benefits of beet juice is its blood cooling and blood purifying ability. This can be attributed to the rich iron content of beet juice. It is also an indispensable cure for anemia!These carbohydrates can be easily digested and the fibers that beet juice contains, aids the process of food digestion. It also aids the treatment and cure of ailments like jaundice, nausea and vomiting, dysentery, hepatitis, constipation, piles and diarrhea.One of the important health benefits of beet juice is its ability to lower bad cholesterol levels and raise good cholesterol levels in the body.Beet juice is known to be a good solvent of inorganic calcium deposits in the body. Therefore, it is essential in the prevention of circulatory disorders like varicose veins, hypertension, arteriosclerosis, etc.Drinking beet juice regularly can be beneficial in the prevention and cure of skin inflammation, acne, dry skin problems, dandruff and pustules. It also helps eliminate blemishes and promotes healthy skin and hair growth.The betacyanin that beet juice contains helps prevent the formation of cancerous tumors and also detoxifies the body of all harmful toxins. Therefore, beet juice is extremely beneficial in the prevention of cancer and especially colon cancer.Beet juice is known to prevent various birth defects in babies because of the B vitamin folate that it contains. Also great for stamina!
WARNING!!!
When it comes to diet and in this case, juicing, it's not a good idea to have beet juice or to eat beets every day. In fact, it's not good to eat or juice the same foods every day.Why? The body can begin to have an allergic reaction to food when they are eaten 4 or more days in a row. Also make sure you juice beets with, apples, carrots or cucumbers. It is best to juice beets with other fruits/vegetables. Also beets are rich in calcium, so try not to juice or eat items high in calcium such as broccoli after drinking your beet juice.The best juice is freshly made. It is best to dilute fruit juices 25-50% with distilled water. Freshly made, full-strength juice is concentrated and should be considered a meal.
Beets - powerful blood cleanser. Be careful of beet juice; it's very powerful. You CANNOT drink more than an ounce or so of straight beet juice without getting dizzy, because its purifying abilities go to work in the bloodstream so fast. It's very concentrated. Some wonderful carrot/beet combinations also include:
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Carrot, beet, ginger, garlic
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Carrot, beet, cucumber
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Carrot, beet, parsley, cucumber
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Carrot, spinach, beet
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Carrot, celery, parsley, beet
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Carrot, beet, cucumber, parsley, garlic
POM Wonderful in particular offers 100% pomegranate juice, and emphasizes pomegranate's ability to flush the body with antioxidants, improve cardiovascular health, reduce the risk of cancer, and help with signs of aging.Compared to orange juice, cranberry, juice, and even red wine, pomegranate takes the lead with its antioxidant level. Israeli scientists found that men drinking only a couple of gulps (100ml) of this powerful juice each day for 12 months helped to reverse artery damage. This may be down to the fruit's increasing production of paraoxonase, a cholesterol-breaking enzyme.
Diuretics can rid your body of toxins and excess water by stimulating urination. Cranberry juice is a natural diuretic. it provides lots of antioxidants, vitamins and fiber. It can help boost your immune system because it is a good source of vitamin C. Acids in cranberries also are believed to help prevent kidney stones. While it is a diuretic, cranberry juice doesn't deplete the body of potassium. Cranberry juice also contains proanthocyanidin, which prevents bacteria from building up in the urinary tract (UTIs), according to the National Institutes of Health. It may also help treat ulcers and gum disease. Add purified water with this juice and with that combination, the cranberry juice cleanses your system and the water flushes it out of your body. Some experts believe that cranberry juice is a better preventative than cure. That means you should consider making cranberry juice part of your regular diet to help keep your system flushed and healthy.
Flaxseed is high in fiber, omega-3 fatty acids and phytochemicals called lignans. Flaxseed is commonly used as a laxative (to improve digestive health or relieve constipation). Both flaxseed and flaxseed oil have been used to help reduce total blood cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein (LDL, or "bad") cholesterol levels and, as a result, may help reduce the risk of heart disease. Although flaxseed oil also contains omega-3 fatty acids, it doesn't have the beneficial fiber that the seeds have. Place a tablespoon or two in your yogurt, cereal, smoothies, oatmeal or on your salad! The high dietary fiber in flax seed, due to its high water-holding capacity and low digestibility, increases the bulkiness and gastric emptying of stool. This in effect helps relieve constipation and other irritable bowel syndrome. Lignans, which are antioxidants, are also associated with lower serum cholesterol and may help reduce oxidative damage to cells and cellular molecules from free radicals. Flax seed may also lower blood glucose and improve insulin tolerance (diabetes). Whole flaxseed (powder and ground meal) may also reduce serum total cholesterol and low-density lipoprotein cholesterol. Flaxseed can also reduce some markers of inflammation, and raise serum levels of the omega-3 fatty acids. Throw a tablespoon or two on your yogurt, cereal, oatmeal , salads and smoothies. You need about 2 tablespoons a day.
Fiber - specifically soluble fiber - may also help lower blood cholesterol levels, thereby reducing the risk for heart disease. Fiber appears to lower cholesterol by interfering with its absorption in the digestive tract.Fiber may also be important for people who have diabetes. Diets high in whole grain and fiber have been shown to help people with diabetes manage their blood sugar and cholesterol levels.Getting enough fiber can also help curb your hunger and help you feel satisfied, which can help with weight management. Research suggests that people who have higher intakes of fiber tend to have healthier body weights. Most folks onlyget about 10-12 grams a day, but we need about 25 grams a day for optimum health! Make sure you drink more water as you up your fiber intake.
MAPLE SYRUP!!!
Switch out your pancake syrup for 100% pure organic Grade B maple syrup. It's also good with warm purified water, and fresh lemon and Cayenne for a feel good to the throat elixer.Some folks do the The Master Cleanser detox diet was created by Stanley Burroughs in 1941 and is still popular to this day. The Master Cleanser involves drinking a mixture of fresh lemon juice, cayenne pepper, and grade B maple syrup. The Master Cleanser is said to eliminate waste that has built up in our bodies. Supporters of the Master Cleanser have credited it with helping them lose weight, increase energy, and even cure chronic diseases.
TRY TO BUY LOCAL RAW HONEY no more then 100-200 miles from where you live...it's much better for you!
Why It Works: Raw Honey contains 5,000 live enzymes, a full range of vitamins, 22 amino acids and 27 minerals. It is a powerful antioxidant, antiviral, contains natural antibiotics, stimulates the immune system into action and helps to fight respiratory conditions- especially when combined with apple cider vinegar.
Switch your honey to RAW HONEY!
Think all honey is the same... think again! Raw Honey which is collected, unfiltered, not heated and not pasteurized, is unlike any honey you will probably have tasted.Raw honey is being rediscovered as a natural source of energy that also offers a unique combination of nutritional benefits. In addition to being a concentrated energy source, honey contains a wide array of vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and amino acids. Honey is an instant energy-building food. Honey is virtually free of bacteria and rarely spoils.Every spoonful of honey has potent antiseptic and antibacterial qualities. Including the following:Honey helps reduce chest disorders and coughs. It soothes sore throats. It improves chronic bronchitis, bronchial asthma, sinus problems and allergies. Honey hastens the healing of wounds. Reduces inflammation. Honey helps sooth the skin and clears many skin disorders. Its amino acids and vitamin C speeds the growth of healthy tissue. Honey facilitates the digestion and assimilation of other foods.
Turmeric
1. Curcumin, the active component of turmeric, may help the immune system eliminate protein that is suspected of accumulating to form damaging plaques in the brains of people who develop Alzheimer's disease.
2. Only 1 percent of the elderly in India develop Alzheimer's disease - this is one-quarter the rate of Alzheimer's development in North America. This difference is thought to be due in part to regular consumption of curry in India.
3. Daily intake of curcumin may decrease the risk of developing polyps in the colon, which in turn, decreases the risk of developing colorectal cancer.
4. Regular consumption of turmeric may help to ease pain and inflammation that accompanies arthritis.
5. Curcumin may be helpful in the treatment of some cases of cystic fibrosis.
6. Curcumin can help to effectively treat skin cancer cells.
7. Turmeric may help to prevent the spread of breast cancer cells.
2. Only 1 percent of the elderly in India develop Alzheimer's disease - this is one-quarter the rate of Alzheimer's development in North America. This difference is thought to be due in part to regular consumption of curry in India.
3. Daily intake of curcumin may decrease the risk of developing polyps in the colon, which in turn, decreases the risk of developing colorectal cancer.
4. Regular consumption of turmeric may help to ease pain and inflammation that accompanies arthritis.
5. Curcumin may be helpful in the treatment of some cases of cystic fibrosis.
6. Curcumin can help to effectively treat skin cancer cells.
7. Turmeric may help to prevent the spread of breast cancer cells.
Once you start using turmeric on a regular basis, it's fun to find new ways to use it in recipes. My favorite way to use it is to add a pinch of it to egg salad. It adds a nice flavor and gives the egg salad a rich yellow hue. It's great on cauliflower and vegetables! Contraindications: Turmeric should not be used by people with gallstones or bile obstruction. Though turmeric is often used by pregnant women, it is important to consult with a doctor before doing so as turmeric can be a uterine stimulant.
Better than Butter! Deliciously healthy cooking oil and USDA Organic.
Coconut oil is natural source of medium-chain triglycerides, or "good fats." Nutiva suggests three tablespoons of extra-virgin coconut oil a day. USDA Organic Light taste. Pleasant aroma. Pure white color.Today thousands of people testify that Virgin Coconut Oil has tremendous health benefits, related to not only weight loss, but to such things as increased metabolism, helping sluggish thyroids, increased energy levels, killing Candida and yeast infections, improving cholesterol levels, clearing up skin infections, killing viruses, improving digestive health, and more! VCO is also used as massage oil and moisturizer. For centuries traditional healers in India and the South Pacific have used coconut oil for massage to soothe and cool the body. It is used to alleviate symptoms of eczema, and other milder skin ailments. Because it is absorbed quickly by the skin, it does not leave a sticky feeling.
"This coconut oil can be placed on wet, natural hair as a leave-in moisturizer."
Gotta get MATCHA!!!
This health benefits appear to be the due to the superstar antioxidants found in green tea called EGCGs.EGCGs are found in all green teas, but recent research shows that not all green teas are created equal. This is where Matcha comes in: Studies have shown that the EGCG amount in Matcha green tea is 137 times the amount in normal green tea. Wow…in terms of EGCG content, you would have to drink 137 cups of normal green tea to get the same brain-health benefits from just one cup of Matcha!
According to researches done in Japan, Matcha contains nearly 10 times the polyphenols and antioxidants of regular teas, 2 times the antioxidants of a glass of red wine, approximately 9 times the beta-carotene of spinach, and 4 times that of carrots.
Listed below are some of the many health benefits of Matcha green tea.
- Significantly increases energy (over 8 to 10 hours) without the caffeine "jitters".
- Improves mental alertness (L-theanine component)
- Increases calmness and reduces stress (L-theanine component)
- Boosts metabolic rate by 35-40%
- Powerful "Anti-Aging" activity due to the super-charged antioxidants
- Lowers blood pressure
- Decreases level of LDL or "bad"cholesterol
- Minimizes symptoms of PMS
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"Super" cancer-fighting and cancer-preventative activity (due to extremely high levels of polyphenols and catechins)
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Eases constipation due to high level of easily absorbable dietary fiber
- Stabilizes blood sugar levels
- Powerful anti-biotic and anti-viral activity
- Strong blood detoxifier and alkalyzer, due to the high Chlorophyll content
The secret of green tea lies in the fact it is rich in catechin polyphenols, particularly epigallocatechin gallate (EGCG). EGCG is a powerful anti-oxidant: besides inhibiting the growth of cancer cells, it kills cancer cells without harming healthy tissue. It has also been effective in lowering LDL cholesterol levels, and inhibiting the abnormal formation of blood clots. The latter takes on added importance when you consider that thrombosis (the formation of abnormal blood clots) is the leading cause of heart attacks and stroke.
Why Matcha?
As mentioned before, not all green teas are equal. Matcha green tea contains 137 times more EGCGs than normal green tea. Why is that? The answer is from how Matcha tea is made. Unlike normal tea leaves, Matcha tea is prepared by grinding full tea leaves into a fine powder. When you drink a cup of Matcha tea, you're drinking the entire nutrient-rich leaf. In other words, you're getting ALL of the health benefits that tea leaves have to offer. Matcha green tea is The healthiest tea on the planet. You can't surpass the health benefits of consuming the entire tea leaf.
- Matcha Recipe #1: The Bottled Water Shake
Add 1/4 tsp. of Matcha to a cold water bottle, shake, and enjoy. Instant iced green tea.
- Place about 1/8-1/4 tsp. of Matcha Green Tea powder in a 16 oz water bottle filled with cold water.
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Shake well until dissolved.Note: You can drink iced Matcha tea straight and unsweetened. But ifyou prefer a bit of sugar with your iced tea, use natural sugars.USE PURIFIED WATER WHENMAKING HOT MATCHA!
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Cold Matcha Frappe...Blend the following:
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Matcha Recipe #2: The Matcha-Powered Smoothie
Banana, Blueberries and Matcha!
Another Green Tea Smoothie Recipe
Matcha Recipe #3: Green Tea Ice Cream
Throw some Matcha powder into vanilla ice cream. Mix it up a bit and voila! Green tea ice cream! Who said dessert can't be healthy?
Don't forget the "normal" way to drink Matcha - hot, and whisked with a bamboo whisk and Matcha bowl.
When you drink Matcha tea, you are actually eating the leaves, fueling your body not only with it's natural caffeine (which provides an invigorating 6 hour energy boost with no crash), but also with the nutrients inherent in the beverage.
What are the nutritional elements in Matcha? Vitamins A, B1, B2, B6, C, E, K, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Calcium, Magnesium, Iron ,ZINc, Copper, Protein, Fibre, Antioxidants, Beta Carotene, Chlorophyll and other trace elements in minute quantities.
PURCHASE MATCHA TEA POWDER IN
CEE CEE'S ON-LINE STORE!!!
Matcha Tea Powder in 30 gram tin
and Matcha whisk
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This top quality green tea powder is hand-made from the youngest premium tea leaves.
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The whisk has 80 bristles!
$21.00 per 30 gram tin
1/2 tsp per 8 oz glass yields 15-18 glasses of tea
That price includes shipping...which is excellent!
This is a very rare tea and is the REAL DEAL Matcha!
$16.99 for the whisk which is a must to get the smooth froth!
ALL ABOUT THE BAMBOO WHISK
Using a chasen to whisk Matcha helps to aerate and oxygenate it, thereby allowing all its potent vitamins, minerals, catechins, plant fiber, etc., to be activated - become more easily absorbed and assimilated faster into the body, in a hot liquid form. This whisking action softens Matcha's dramtically robust, tangy flavour sensation and green colour to a more creamy texture and a pale green, bubbly body. Matcha tends to become slightly sweeter, when it's whisked with a chasen and its numerous health benefits are obviously magnified with the rapid addition of air, making it more active and appealing.
1. Before using the chasen for the first time, it should be soaked in boiling/hot water, covering its tines, for at least 10 minutes, to allow them to become more flexible to use. (Because bamboo is a natural plant, it is porous and brittle, when it's not moist and the tines of the chasen can easily break off, if it's not allowed to absorb water - always inspect your chasen first, before preparing your tea and if any tines are damaged or loose, remove them.) For subsequent use, the chasen needs to be soaked only for a few minutes, until the tines feel flexible enough to whisk, to prevent breakage.
2. Once the appropriate amount of Matcha green tea powder and then hot water has been added to the tea bowl (cha wan), the cha wan must be stabilized with the left hand and thumb, on the rim and the chasen (in the right hand) is used to slowly, at first, whisk the Matcha, in an "M" or vertical pattern, from the bottom of the bowl and as you slowly raise the chasen to the surface of the tea, continue whisking, faster and faster, until a lovely, pale green foam appearsover the surface. (It should ideally take only 1 to 2 minutes to achieve this frothy state and oxygenates or oxidizes the sensitive, fresh, organic green tea powder. This process helps make Matcha's vital, super nutrients more bio-available to naturally support and detoxify the body and it changes its flavour - the Matcha becomes softer, creamier and slightly sweeter.)
3. After you make your tea, the chasen, cha wan, cha shaku (bamboo tea scoop) and all tea tools should be immediately and thoroughly rinsed, with boiling hot water, using NO soap/cleanser and only a very soft cloth. (Never put any of your bamboo tea utensils or ceramic cha wan in the dishwasher or let them soak in water.) It's crucial that the chasen and all bamboo utensils be left out to completely and naturally air-dry, for at least one day, not stored in any cupboard/drawer or plastic container, because bamboo has the tendancy to attract mold, if it's prematurely stored.)
MATCHA TEA
"ALL YOU NEED" KIT
Match Tea powder, bamboo wisk, organic cinnamon,mesh stainless steel cinnamon shaker, green bowl for Matcha, a perfect teaspoon which measures tea perfectly, Raw Unfiltered Honey with Pollen, Propolis and Honeycomb(1 lb. jar), 80 page journal and a recycled plastic mini carry tote!
note: journal and tote designs vary
30 gram tin using 1/2 teaspoons per cup
yields 15-18 glasses
PRICE: $100.00
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WHAT YOU MUST DO ASAP!
1. Give away everything that is white...rice, bread, sugar, pasta! Get it out of your cabinet...donate to local food bank.
2. Get you a table top grill...stop FRYING and start grilling!
3. Eat soups in a regular bowl not a bread bowl!
5. Eat vegetable based soups not creamy soups.
6.Eat vegetable red,maranara pasta sauce not Alfredo sauce!
7.If you must do pizza, get just cheese only or cheese and veggies...no MEAT!
8. Drink more water, filtered tap is just fine!
9. Start drinking Matcha Green Tea Powder, not the green tea fake packets on your local shelf that is light brownish/yellow color once you place in hot water!
10. Cut down on the salt and use Celtic Sea Salt!
11.Use raw honey or coconut oil instead of white sugar.
12. Start drinking ACV three times day!
13. Start making creative salads at home!
what you need
• 2 tablespoons extra light olive oil
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (I use Bragg's raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar)
• 2 tablespoons Annie's Naturals organic Dijon Mustard (contains white vinegar made from corn)
• 2 tablespoons agave honey (I use Madhava raw organic agave nectar)
• 2 tablespoons extra light olive oil
• 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar (I use Bragg's raw, unfiltered apple cider vinegar)
• 2 tablespoons Annie's Naturals organic Dijon Mustard (contains white vinegar made from corn)
• 2 tablespoons agave honey (I use Madhava raw organic agave nectar)
Watch your sodium (salt) and your sugar intake when you are grocery shopping! The two items that are VERY tricky and can be extremely high in sodium, sugar and fat is pasta sauce and salad dressing.
As a far as regular grocery shopping the healthiest choices I have found are:
BEST SALAD DRESSING!
This spritzer is high in fructose corn syrup but will help you to not POUR on the thick, creamy, fattening dressings! Comes in several flavors!
A diet high in salt (sodium chloride) is a major cause of heart disease and stroke. Despite pleas from government and other health experts over the last quarter-century to reduce salt consumption, Americans are consuming more-not less-salt.Reduce salt in your diet: The current sodium recommendation is 2,400 milligrams per day, which is equal to a teaspoon of salt. According to the Mayo Clinic, 77% of the salt you consume comes from prepared and packaged foods - that means those salty snacks, take-out, frozen and canned foods and salty condiments (i.e. dressings and jarred sauces).
Stuff you MUST cut out NOW!!!
Cheese Fries w/ ranch dressing
White flour Spaghetti w/ fattening sauce and meatballs
Buffalo wings w/ blue cheese dressing
Ramen noodles
Fried whole onion w/ dipping sauce
ALL SODAS!!!!!!!!!
Healthiest,low sodium,sugar,fat and ORGANIC pasta sauce!
Healthiest Bread!
Ezekiel frozen bread (the best there is - no trans-fats, HFCS, plus lots of fiber, protein and sprouted grains! One of the few breads on the market that contain all 9 essential amino acids, is low in fat, has no Trans Fats or cholesterol and is generally low in sodium. Keep in the refrigerator at all times.
BEST WATER
IS PURIFIED WATER OR
YOUR FILTERED TAP WATER!!!
Drink 8-10 glasses a day!
Penta ultra-premium purified drinking water is the cleanest-known bottled water. In fact, it's hundreds of times cleaner than many of the bottled spring waters. Many people think mountain spring water is healthy, clean and pure. However, spring water contains many impurities. Penta's 11-hour, 13-step purification process removes these impurities.
GET MORE SLEEP!
7 and 1/2 hours is the MINIMUM numbers of hours of sleep for the human body! We should get more like 9 hours! Try to go to bed by 10am and wake up at 6am to pray and then do about 30-45 minutes of exercise daily!Try to go to bed and wake up at the same time everyday even on the weekends.DO NOT EAT before going to bed, if anything maybe a very light snack about 2 hours before bed. Otherwise, your mind is at rest but your digestive system works for another 5 hours or so while you are sleeping, working hard to process that big meal you just ate...NOT FAIR!You may want to try 9pm if you get up earlier than 6am. We really should be going to bed close to sun down
and rising during the time the sun rises.
GET MORE EXERCISE!
Exercise stimulates the circulatory and lymphatic system. Lymphatic fluid depends SOLELY on excercise to be circulated throughout our lymphatic system. The lymphatic system is the human body's SEWAGE SYSTEM...it is responsible for the removal of cellular and toxic waste. There are 3 times more lyphatic fluid in the human body than blood! Physical exercise and movement is the lymphatic system's only "pump", so to speak! I we don't exercise. our lymphatic system becomes sluggish and toxic!Try to exercise 30-45 minutes a day or at least 3-5 times a week!
Anger, un-forgiveness and bitterness put
the body into a stressful and acidic environment.
the body into a stressful and acidic environment.
GET OFF OF THE SUGAR....
CANCER and TUMORS feeds on SUGAR!
WHAT YOU MUST START EATING TODAY!
To help with PMS and depression, get more iron, and reduce death by stroke up to 40% and reduce chances of high blood pressure and more.
Apples WITH skin, helps to reduce the risk of some CANCERS! Great for heart, memory, headaches, acid reflux, eye disorders, kidney stones, stronger bones and teeth and more!
Has CANCER fighting properties, less likely to get heart disease, lowers BAD (LDL) cholesterol, relieves constipation, gives out iron, zinc, magnesium, copper, selenium and IRON!
Lowers blood pressure and prevents heart attacks! High in antioxidants and lowers bad cholesterol and is anti-inflammation.
MEN...helps you avoid PROSTATE CANCER!
Great for TYPE 2 diabetes...reduce blood sugar levels! Take a quarter of a teaspoon a day...that's EXACTLY what I place in my cup of MATCHA Tea...DAILY!Cinnamon has MHCP- which helps the fat cells to remove excess glucose! Also a great energy tonic! I sell ORGANIC cinnamon here in my E-store!
Improves eyesight...lutein protects your vision!
Reduces high blood pressure and more!
You must get 5-9 serving of fruits and vegetables a day...helps to fight cancer because of the antioxidants in fruit. Helps with digestion because of the fiber. But maybe you didn't know what to consider as a serving! So here's a little help:
1. 1 medium sized fruit or vegetable (such as an apple, orange, banana)
2. 2 small fruits (such as kiwi fruit or plums)
3. 1/2 cup of fresh, frozen or canned fruits or vegetables
4. 1/2 cup of 100% fruit juice
5. 1/4 cup of dried fruit
6. 1 cup of green salad
YOU MUST have breakfast! Heart attacks and strokes happen between 6am and 10am.Why? Platelets! Eating breakfasts can help prevent morning platelet activation! WOW!
Gotta eat Yogurt and Chobani is one of the best! Look for yogurt that has alot of LIVE and ACTIVE cultures which is GOOD bacteria to help fight off the bad bacteria which causes many diseases! Also the calcium is great for bone mass and helps to prevent osteoporosis. Great for digestive health as well. Great in preventing yeast and urinary tract infections. It has lots of protein so you feel full which helps suppress the appetite and helps you to lose weight. The live cultures cut down the lactose...so lactose intolerance is NOT a problem with yogurt!
All natural. No preservatives. No artificial flavors.
· No synthetic growth hormones: No rBST-treated milk.
· Includes 5 live & active cultures, including 3 probiotics.
· Made with real fruit.
· Twice the protein of regular yogurts.
· A good source of bone-building calcium.
· Gluten-Free and Kosher-Certified.
· Safe for people with corn, nut and soy allergies.
ANTIOXIDANTS help to fight cancer, heart disease and neurological disease.Helps get rid of free radicals that do cell damage,prevent stroke and makes you look and feel younger!
What is all the hoopla about Antioxidants?
THEY HELP PREVENT CANCERS!!!!!!
They are like free radical scavengers and they kill off all the free radicals that we take in from unhealthy, processed food, pollution, smoking, toxic medicines, and over exposure to the sun, etc.
Here is a list of the items with the most antioxidants so start eating them NOW!
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STRAWBERRIES AND APPLES HAVE THE HIGHEST ANTIOXIDANTS!
A Matcha Nutrition Nugget...
Are Pickles bad or good??
The amount of salt in a kosher pickle varies from manufacturer to manufacturer. However, there are roughly1,700 milligrams of salt in one average sized (5") dill. A person only needs 500 mg of salt a day!
Another Nutrition Nugget...
Whole GRAIN or Whole WHEAT???
Whole GRAINS digest slowly, reducing frequency of spikes in blood sugar that promote inflammation. "Whole grains" means grains that are intact or in a few large pieces, not whole wheat bread or other products made from flour.
They found that women who ate whole-grain cereal and then went for a walk burned twice as much fat as women who ate cereal made from refined carbs.
According to the researchers, the refined kind break down quickly in the body and cause an insulin spike, which slows down metabolism. But, whole-grain carbs, which break down more slowly, help keep insulin levels lower, which allows fat to burn faster.
Based on the study findings, choosing whole-grain foods and avoiding foods that are high in refined carbohydrates can keep your metabolism humming along.
