Beware of MSG MSG or Monosodium Glutamate is a salt that is chemically converted into a flavor enhancer. Research has shown that MSG, found in most popular processed foods, causes weight gain and obesity in lab animals by damaging the appetite regulation center in the area of the brain known as the hypothalamus, causing leptin […]
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The latest studies reveal that organic fruits and veggies contain at least 27% more Vitamin C than non-organic. Vitamin C is known best for its ability to enhance the immune system. But Vitamin C has lot more to offer including optimizing adrenal gland function; leading to lower stress levels, maintaining healthy gums, protection against pollution,
For about 20 years, we have known that many phytonutrients work as antioxidants to disarm free radicals before they can damage DNA, cell membranes and fat-containing molecules such as cholesterol. Now, new research is revealing that the phytonutrients in cruciferous vegetables such cauliflower work at a much deeper level. These compounds actually signal our genes to increase
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It is the time of year when many people feel the spirit of indulgence coming upon them. If you are wondering how you are going to survive and would like wake up Jan 2 nd feeling great about your choices rather than feeling the need to “start over” then this Holiday Survival Guide is just
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Several years ago, I was scheduled to go to Maui, Hawaii. I realized a few weeks before the trip that I desperately needed to go on a cleanse. My desire was to feel really healthy and energetic on my vacation so that I could fully enjoy my family holiday. I was dissatisfied with the cleansing
Acute inflammation is your body’s natural and supportive immune response to tissue damage. When you injure yourself, the area of injury reddens, swells, feels inflamed and painful. These are all signs that your immune system is busy at work sending white blood cells to the site of your injury to repair the tissue. In this
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1. Start the day with ½ lemon squeezed into 1 cup of warm water. 2. Consume half your body weight in ounces of filtered water daily. 3. Increase fiber consumption to 35 grams per day to assist in the elimination of fat soluble toxins. Choose high fiber foods such as ground flax seeds, psyllium, apple
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Your Skin Reflects your Liver! The skin is the largest organ of detoxification and therefore, if your skin is suffering, detoxifying your liver will greatly improve the skin! The basic anatomy of the skin is that it has many layers (epidermis, dermis and subcutaneous tissue). In order to create any real or lasting changes, you
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Add the following foods into your diet on a regular basis to achieve clear skin: Beets- high in flavonoids which aids in liver detoxification and blood cleansing. Chlorella/ Spirulina– both of these help to clear toxins and alkalinize the body as well as boost immunity and increases oxygen uptake. Garlic-High in allicin and selenium that
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Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS) is characterized by recurrent irritation and inflammation of the large intestine, resulting in abdominal bloating and pain that is relieved by bowel movements. IBS affects 15% of the population and accounts for almost 50% of all referrals to GI specialists. IBS is a blanket term to describe a group of symptoms
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