It’s safe to say that we have all gotten variations of the memo confirming that eating lots of whole plant foods is an important step in keeping the body and mind healthy, strong, and active. Despite the number of times we’ve read this memo, there are days when ice cream wins out over fruit and … Continue reading
I recently saw as part of a corporate weight loss competition a juice cleanse that consisted of fruits only! Do not try this….so full of sugar! We are meant to be detoxing. I recently completed a 4 day juice cleanse and I’d say the best benefit was MORE sleep, a lot more, I slept amazingly well, … Continue reading
If you haven’t watched it already I suggest you do! 8 people… 22 diseases… 28 days… 1 answer? Synopsis The world is facing a “pandemic” of chronic disease – heart disease, diabetes, cancer, obesity, asthma, kidney and liver disease, Alzheimer’s, autoimmune diseases, allergies and skin conditions and many, many more. This year more than 36 … Continue reading
Reasons to drink lemon water People tend to reach for the warm beverages in the morning like tea and coffee, but try and start your day with some warm lemon water. The water does not have to be always warm, but it should be purified. Simply use a half fresh lemon per large glass of … Continue reading
What is a detoxing diet? A detoxing diet is one that is set up to get the body to flush out toxins and accumulated waste so that it functions more properly, and sets the foundation for a healthier lifestyle. The working theory is that the body lives in a toxic environment, from the foods we … Continue reading
The Truth About Beauty Beverages “Beauty beverages” have flooded the market in recent years, promising to transform humble water into a powerful anti-aging, skin perfecting potion. But can what you drink really make a difference in how you look? What Are Beauty Beverages? Drinks with beauty benefits usually contain vitamins, amino acids, or botanicals that … Continue reading
I’ve got 2 weeks left before a 3 week trip around the Greek Islands, bikini time! So I’m going to try this Ayurveda Detox diet…who’s with me? 🙂 WHAT IS AYURVEDA? Ayurveda is an ancient and deeply intelligent healing system that originated in India about 5,000 years ago. According to ayurveda, one’s physical, emotional and … Continue reading
Detoxing has become bit of a trend with all the different fasting formulas and super foods that are out there. Unfortunately, most of the popular “detoxes” really aren’t safe for you and aren’t healthy either. If you want to detox your body, did you know it can be as simple as eating the right foods? … Continue reading
Nutrition is the use of food to nourish the body. This process involves breaking food down into its component parts including; fats, carbohydrates, proteins, minerals and vitamins. The key to good nutrition is getting all of these nutrients in exactly the right balance, and also in the right form for your body to use efficiently … Continue reading
“There are several cleanses or detox methods on the market today, common for most is that they have little or no documented effect. But one method we all agree to: Increasing the intake of fruits and vegetables. Fruits, berries, vegetables and nuts give us numerous vitamins, minerals, fibers, antioxidants, trace elements, and healthy fat acids. … Continue reading