Need a natural perspective on attacking your cold?

Feeling stuffy, headache, throat sore?  Try to have  olive leaf every four hours even long after you start feeling better. This way you keep your good gut flora and avoid the antibiotics. Rebuild with Probiotics (Nucific, apple cider vinegar, Healthy Trinity, etc) in water with lemon and ginger to alkalize. Minerals for that too(pink sea salt). They say disease cannot live in an alkaline, well oxygenated body.(water:)

No gluten (respiratory).  
No dairy (mucus).  
No sugar (yeast/bacteria).

Lot's of hormone/gmo/pesticide/cage/grain 'free' bone broth.(Preferably bird, pollock). 

Good time to heal the lining of your gut try to avoid drinking alcohol:). If you have it as soup, NO noodles and no meat while you're sick. Let your body focus on healing.  Plant based foods are easier for our bodies to break down.  Think of a Gorilla... what do they eat?  Fruits and Vegetables.   And unless you have pneumonia, you DON'T need antibiotics. They do more bad than good in this case. You can always Google the difference between bacterial and a viral infections.

Been studying a bacteria called Mycoplasma for the last 2 years for 1-3 hours a day trying trying to make sense of a very complicated little bug responsible for so many illnesses(including the common cold) and like the legal and tax code, microbiology is very complex.  Working on laying it out in an easy to understand language in a website called MycoplasmaInfection.org coming very soon. Strategic protocols including antibiotics are needed for each individual strain so the global market for Mycoplasma testing is growing at a staggering pace as people with Cancer tumors, Lyme, Gulf War Syndrome and neurological disorders discover that this little bug is quite possibly a culprit.  There's a plethora of antibacterial herbs in capsule form and tinctures I would recommend but so far olive leaf seems to be the kryptonite for Mycoplasma.

Ultimately if you focus on avoiding the things that may stress your body out while you are trying to fight off the overload of distress you can recover quicker and get back to your normal activities.  For me a here is a sample schedule of what I might do to heal quick:

1. Don't eat for 24 hours
2. DO drink at least 50% of your body weight in ounces
• Spring Water
• Distilled water with added minerals (concentrace by Trace Minerals is great)
• Oxygenated water with added minerals
• Tea
• Lemon water
• Coconut Water
3. When you do eat keep it easy and simple:
• Veggie Broth
• Chicken Bone Broth
• Sour fruits (lemon, lime, grapefruit, green apple, berries)
• Sweet potato
• Banana
• Avocado

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15 all natural ways to help gas and bloating

1. Peppermint tea

Peppermint is great for soothing upset tummies and easing gas pains. Its essential oil contains menthol, which has an antispasmodic effect of the smooth muscle of the digestive track. It also soothes nerves, and therefore can soothe stomachs that really feel the effect of nervousness and stress. Drink a cup after dinner to help keep things moving slowly.

You will need…

-1 bag of herbal peppermint tea
-1 cup or so of freshly boiled water

Steeping tea seems like something that’s simple enough, but there’s a proper way to go about it. We often times let the tea bag sit in the water for several minutes, then pull the bag and drink the liquid. This doesn’t allow all the goodness of the tea to infuse thoroughly, and we’re shorting ourselves a good chunk of the benefits. After you boil your water, pour it over the tea bag in a mug, and then cover the mug (a plate works fine.) Let it sit for a full 10-15 minutes. Remove the cover and take out the tea bag, squeezing it to get out every last bit of the healing mixture. If it’s too hot to grab, press it against the side of the mug with a spoon. Sip, relax, and enjoy.

2. Let it out

Forever I can remember my mom telling me.. don't hold it in. She'd always say if you hold it in your gonna make your tummy mad.  I know it may sound silly but your tummy depends on your bodies ability to relieve itself.  Yes it can be embarrassing to let it out, but it is imperative to maintain health to be able to do so.   So try your best to find a quiet place to do it, but definitely do it if you need to.

3. Ginger tames

Ginger makes a great tea, it's great mixed in with your recipes and it has an amazing way to tame and calm your nausea, indigestion, or other tummy upsets.  It is capable of performing its wonders because of several different chemical components it possesses. Two chemicals-gingerols and shgaols- relax the intestinal track and ease any inflammation, while the root in its entirety act as a carminative-that is it prevents the formation of excess gas, or helps expel it.

You will need…

-1 fresh gingerroot
-A grater (optional)
-1 cup of boiling water, if making tea
-Lemon and honey (optional)

There are several ways to make gingerroot tea but for gas, we liked this one. Get a medium sized piece of raw gingerroot that looks nice and fresh. Scrub it clean, much like a potato, under warm water. Slice 4-6 thin quarter sized pieces and place them in a large mug. Add a touch of honey or lemon if you like, and then pour very hot water over the slices. Don’t let it boil-turn off the kettle just before or immediately afterwards. Cover and steep for 10 minutes before enjoying. Drink a cup before or after a meal to help with digestion.
Another way to reap the benefits of ginger is to eat a teaspoon of fresh grated ginger before meals, or nibble a root throughout the day.

4. Crunch on caraway

For centuries caraway has been used to give trapped gas in the digestive track a little shove out the back door. In England from the Middle Ages onward, it has been reported to help gas “caused by wind trapped in the body.” Of course air is only part of it but, if you find yourself puffing up from too much trapped gas, munching on a small handful of caraway seeds straight, or caraway crackers if the taste is too strong, might help.

You will need…

-a pinch of caraway seeds OR several caraway crackers
When you feel bloated and you’re unable to pass gas, eat a pinch of caraway seeds or a few caraway crackers. If you suffer from regular bloating due to gas, try eating a pinch every morning until you feel you no longer need to.

5. Drink chamomile tea

If you like the calming effect of chamomile over peppermint a cup of tea may be the way to go. In Germany,  they call chamomile alles zutraut which translates to “capable of anything,” because it is so useful. Antispasmodic, anti-inflammatory, and just plain relaxing, chamomile can help with gas due to indigestion as well as heartburn, whereas peppermint is better for gas caused solely by indigestion.

You will need…

-1 bag of chamomile tea
-1 cup or so of freshly boiled water
-honey or lemon juice (optional)

Boil approximately 1 cup of water and pour over tea bag. Cover the mug, and let the tea steep for a full 10-15 minutes. Squeeze the bag to get out all the last bits of goodness, and add a bit of honey and lemon if you like. Avoid milk, which tends to trigger gas.

6. Eat pumpkin

Gas is usually caused by improper digestion and nutrition.   Fiber is hard for us to digest, so it passes through our gut in bulk, especially when one does not chew properly. When food does not break down in the small intestine, it goes into the large intestine where natural bacteria feasts on it. As a by-product of their munching they produce a variety of gases, which produces a whole range of problems for us. Pumpkin is helpful because it can reduce the amount of gas created. Eat along with any meal to nip your problem in the bud.

7. Activate your tummy

Activated charcoal can be a great help when you really feel like you've over done it.   Activated charcoal is porous, great at trapping chemicals and binding to toxins, which is why it is used in the case of drug overdoses and for food poisoning.   Especially helpful for holiday dinners when you might be eating items you don't normally eat, also great when you want to do a detox.  Activated charcoal is best taken in capsule form. We have found that 4 capsules is plenty in a normal situation and at times mainly during detox we have taken up to 8 at a time.  If you have any questions about activated charcoal please read the insert provided with the bottle or seek the advice of your physician.

8. Chew Chew Chew

My parents used to tell me.. chew chew chew your food.  At least 70 times before you allow it to pass to your intestines.  I never understood why this was so important.  Not only does gas form by food that has not broken down, but with each chew you are producing essential digestive enzymes and making it easier for the nutrients of your food to be absorbed into your blood stream and easier for your body to digest. 

9. Drink warm or cold glass of lemon water

The key is alkalinity. Although lemons appear to be acidic once ingested they become the most alkaline food  to start your day add it to some water and drink.  This has been an age old model trick to kick starting your  metabolism while starting your body off with an a great alkaline kick.   Lemon is good for you in a number of ways, including lending a hand when it comes to easing your gas pain. The acidity in lemon stimulates the production of HCL (hydrochloric acid) which is what breaks down our food. More HCL = food breaking down more efficiently = less bloating and gas. The water flushes your system and keeps your digesting tract moving along smoothly. This mixture also works as a mighty fine way to detoxify your entire body, because the lemon helps the livers enzymes work more efficiently. This is a great daily habit to adopt.

You will need…

-3 fresh lemon wedges OR a fully squeezed lemon
-A cup of water
When you wake up in the morning, before you eat and when you have an empty stomach, warm up one cup of water or live it at room temperature.  Add your fresh lemon by squeezing the juice into the water. Give it a little stir and drink the whole glass. Repeat every morning.

10. Eat foods that can help you

Many of the foods we eat today can do more harm than good reeking havoc on our digestive systems.  Caffeine laden beverages, sugary sweets, fatty fried foods,  processed foods, dairy, grain and a number of other items claiming to be nutritious can cause gas, bloating and eventually even IBS (irrital bowel syndrome). Bad food choices can contribute to more bad bacterial growth in your tummy resulting in more opportunities for bloating, gas and other complications.  Focus on foods that are meant to help you nutritiously with 80% being alkaline and 20% acidic.  CLICK HERE FOR THE ALKALINITY CHART!. Please keep in mind that there are some vegetables like cabbage and broccoli which are known to expel gasses, however these are natural gases that eventually will come to pass leaving you feeling better overall.

11. Get your body moving

Together diet and exercise make one of the most powerful remedies for a vast number of ailments that plague us. If feeling good is something you are looking for you'll need to do a little moving everyday.  Walk, swim, yoga, sports, the gym can all go a long way when it comes to feeling good.  Active lifestyles promote a healthier digestion. Personally I have found that yoga or stretching for an hour every day can really change your life and how you feel.  Yoga is an easy way to naturally effect every organ, tissue, cell and muscle in your body and the results are amazing.

12. Anise Seed

Anise has anti-spasmodic properties and helps to relax your digestive track and any cramping you may be feeling. It is also a carminative, which is just a fancy way to say that it is known to expel pent up gas and relieve the bloating that goes with it.

13.  Enzymes

Digestive enzymes are generally produced when we chew chew chew.  When we chew our saliva produces valuable enzymes Protease, Amalyse and Lipase.  The enzymes then make there way to our stomach and are used to aid in the process of digestion.  When we eat plants especially the green leafy raw kind more enzymes are added from the vegetables; however, if we do not chew enough, if we do not eat enough raw green vegetables and if we eat too many cooked or processed foods then there is a high likelihood that you are enzyme deficient.  I discovered this to be true about myself 3 years ago when I was suffering from allergies.    There are many digestive enzymes you can look into taking. Bromelain can help your body digest proteins better or Super Enzymes are great as an all overall supplement  An enzyme supplement that I have found to be particularly helpful has been Allerase. Enzyme supplements can be found at your local health store or online at http://vitacost.com. 



14.  Probiotics
 
There are about 1000 different bacterial species that can be found in the human gut, including microorganisms like Lactobacillus acidophilus. Each individual is host to its own subgroup of around 160 of those species, like a unique fingerprint. Humans actually have more bacterial cells than human cells - in fact, we are 90% bacteria, and only 10% human cells.

Most of these estimated 100 trillion live bacteria perform valuable functions in our gastrointestinal system, including helping to manage undesirable microorganisms and relieving occasional gas, indigestion and irregularity.

The World Health Organization (WHO) defines probiotics as "live microorganisms which when administered in adequate amounts confer a health benefit on the host". Probiotics are acidophilus-type bacteria that benefit our gastrointestinal tract and aid digestion. The best on the market over the counter that I have found is "Healthy Trinity".  Personally this brand has been a life saver in our lives as well as our dogs lives.


15.  Fermented Foods

Eating fermented foods is something that our ancestors did regularly but with the modern day convenience of processed and packaged food the art of fermentation is left to the  hard core believers.  When you eat a fermented food it is like eating a food that has been partially digested.  It restores the proper balance of good bacteria in the gut.  They are a great source of enzymes that can help you with your digestion. Fermented foods can actually increase your vitamin count and aid in nutritional absorption.  Fermentation can help preserve good food for longer, it is inexpensive and full of flavor.  Go crazy make your own.

Kombucha
Kefir
Salsa
Kefir Soda Pop
BBQ Natto with Shrimp
Traditional Korean Kimchi from Homemade Mommy
Easy Homemade Sauerkraut from Gutsy by Nature
Sauerkraut from Cheerfully Imperfect
Ridiculously Easy Homemade Dill Pickles from Primally Inspired
Lacto-Fermented Banana Peppers from Elston Backyard Farms
Easy Homemade Ginger Carrot Sauerkraut from The Savory Lotus
Fermented Apple Juice from Oh Lardy
Homemade Soda from Cheerfully Imperfect
Fermented Beet Kvass from The Yogi Mami
Coconut Water Kefir Beet Kvass from The Healthy Habit Coach
Lychee Coconut Water Kefir from Loula Natural
Fermented Ketchup from Homemade Mommy
Not Your Mama’s Yogurt from The Yogi Mami
Simple Milk Kefir from Cheerfully Imperfect
Coconut Milk Yogurt from Gutsy by Nature
Traditional Sourdough Bread from Pure Traditions
Savory Soured Oatcakes from Cheerfully Imperfect
Real Ranch Dressing from Homemade Mommy
Mason Jar Sangria from The Darling Bakers
Lacto-Fermented Ketchup from Suzy Homemaker
Spicy Fermented Cranberry Orange Relish from Homemade Mommy



 SOURCE:   
EVERYDAY ROOTS, 
UNDERGROUND HEALTH
CHEESE SLAVE
 


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A great way to build your immune system while saving your throat

Boost your immune system while protecting your thoat.

A few months back I stumbled upon this amazing product Superior Vocal Health called "throat saver".  I started using it right about the time seasonal allergy irritants filled the air.  For a normal Tennessean this time of year can truly be annoying, wreaking havoc on anyone's sinusses.  And if you are a singer, a speaker or regularly like to communicate with an unaffected voice this time of year  can be your nightmare.  For me I had already learned that if I avoided sugar, dairy and grain naturally inflammation will decrease increasing my bodies ability to ward off possible threats.  Of course, proper diet, plenty of sleep, water and exercise are crucial for a healthy immune system. However, by adding this spray into my life I immediately noticed that it helped me stay well during some particularly challenged times and helped my performance by leaps and bounds.  Since I began using the spray I feel a new strength and confidence has been created.  I now make it a point to use the spray daily and am completely excited about the results.

HERE ARE SOME HEALTH BENEFITS:
Echinacea and Goldenseal for  Vocal Health
Echinacea is considered one of nature’s most useful herbs. Echinacea has such powerful antibiotic effects that it is often prescribed as an ongoing remedy to boost and support the immune system by helping to rid the body of toxins. It can also work wonders for a sore throat or any mouth, gum or throat issue when applied directly to the affected area or when used as a gargle.

Goldenseal has been called a “miracle herb” because of its total healing effect. Powder or extract is generally considered to be more effective than tea.  For upper respiratory infections and boosting the immune system, it should be used when infection has already set in and the mucus is yellow or greenish. Goldenseal is very effective when used for tonsillitis and other difficult throat troubles.

Note:  Most herbalists do not recommend taking Goldenseal for more than a week at a time because it can reduce the absorption of the B vitamins. If you do take Goldenseal, it is recommended to allow at least two weeks in between dosages. Do not use if pregnant, as it may stimulate the uterus. If you experience diarrhea and nausea, stop taking immediately. If you have any heart disease or hypertension, do not take Goldenseal as it can stimulate the heart muscle thus increasing blood pressure.

Garlic is one of the most powerful herbs known for fighting infection and bolstering the immune system, especially when it comes to infections of the throat. Garlic is a natural antibiotic; however, it does not destroy the body’s natural flora in the intestine and colon. In fact, it is praised for its digestion benefits. It is a serious immune booster. When used as a detoxifier, garlic rejuvenates the entire system and purges the body of unwanted debris.  If you feel some type of sickness or sore throat coming on, chop up one or two cloves of garlic into small pieces. Chew the pieces slowly until they are like liquid. Make sure you chew thoroughly, allowing the juice to coat and sit in your throat and mouth for at least two minutes then swallow. Chewing is very important because the antibiotic healing element in garlic, allicin, is only activated when it is crushed. Once allicin enters the stomach, it begins to heal your entire body. Chewing garlic may stop the infection altogether or stop it from getting worse.

Propolis has antibiotic and anti-microbial properties. Because propolis is high in the vitamin B complex vitamins, has significant amounts of vitamin C, and contains vitamin E, it naturally boosts the immune system. High levels of antioxidants are also found in propolis and these also give our natural immune system functions a boost, as well as doing the same for the bees! Because of its ability to enhance the function of the immune system, Propolis is a great treatment for cold and flu symptoms and even food poisoning.  Anti-Inflammatory-Taken internally, it can also reduce the damaging effects of inflammation in the body. The antiviral properties of bee propolis are also what make it so effective in treating colds and the flu. Research has shown propolis be effective in providing allergy relief.

Slippery Elm Bark can sooth stomach problems, facilitat healing, eliminate inflammation and in general can be a tremendous healing herb.  It can neutralize excessive acidity in the stomach, heal and repair damaged internal and external tissue, neutralize noxious stomach gases and calm an upset stomach.

Ginger root can contain up to eighteen amino acids in addition to a wide array of vitamins, chemicals, and minerals. For this reason, ginger is beneficial and five of the many nutrients found in ginger: amino acids (both essential and nonessential), calcium (necessary for reduced cholesterol levels and proper blood clotting as well as strong bones), magnesium (crucial for the heart, nerves, and muscles), essential fatty acids (both omega 3 and omega and iron can play a key role in immunity.

Nettle leaf has been examined by some of the world’s leading research institutions and found to have many powerful, positive benefits.  The plant is comprised mainly of complex sugars and lectins. Nettle contains prostaglandins which have properties that support resistance to inflammation. Nettle leaf also contains high levels of protein, calcium, phosphorus, iron, magnesium, and beta-carotene and high amounts of the vitamins A, C, D, and

Thyme is primarily an antiseptic and can be good for those suffering from a sore throat or cold and is good for reducing inflammation in the respiratory system. It is a natural expectorant, clearing congestion from the airways.

Hyssop is a healing herb that dates back to Biblical times. This herb can be used to treat various lung problems like coughs, colds and, asthma.  It can also be useful in loosening the phlegm in the lungs. For ages it has been used for treating sore throat. It is an excellent for fevers. Hyssop causes perspiration and purges the toxins from body and also fever.  It can regulate blood and improves the blood.  This herb can soothe the lining of the stomach and can be helpful in treating all stomach disorders.

Aloe Vera can be excellent at regulating the immune system (an immunomodulator). This means it can both stimulate the immune response for those with weakened immune systems either from exisiting conditions or post-illness fatigue.

Do you need the super power of the Superior Vocal Health 3 pack?
The “Three Pack Special” from Superior Vocal Health consists of one bottle of Throat Saver Spray, Vocal rescue Gargle and Sinus Clear Out Dropper. Each of these formulas are packed with immune boosting certified organic herbs including Echinacea, Goldenseal and Garlic. These formulas were designed not only to help maintain and keep your voice healthy and in top form, but to keep your body and immune system super healthy as well. Sinus Clear Out, Vocal Rescue and Throat Saver can be used on a daily basis without any adverse side effects. Keep them with you whether you are on the road, rehearsing or in between presentations and use them continuously. Your voice and immune system will thank you for it every time you sing or present.

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Is Candida the missing link to your unexplained health issues?

Find out if you have CANDIDA today take the quiz!

Yeasts are single cell fungi living organisms that are neither animal nor vegetable. They live on the surfaces of all living things, including fruits, vegetables, grains, and your body. They're a part of the "microflora" which contribute in various ways to the health of their host. Yeast itself is nutritious, and small amounts of yeast give bread its light taste. To understand Candida I recommend buying the book "The Yeast Connection".

Is Candida the missing link to your unexplained health issues? 

New Medical discovery courtesy of the Rockefeller University...

The Nuclear Periphery and the Oncogenic Protein Mlp/Tpr: Functional Studies of its Yeast Homolog

As reported by The Rockefeller University the instructions encoded in the DNA presented in each cell are at the heart of regulating cell growth and development in organisms as diverse as yeast and humans. Exciting recent discoveries point to how it is not just changes in the instructions themselves, but how they are organized and controlled, that cause cancers.

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How do I help Acid Reflux

Acid reflux (GERD) why do we get it, and how do we help stop it?

The human body genuinely wants to find balance, in all forms -- GERD or acid reflux is simply a result of a long-standing pH imbalance. When too much acidic food is consumed, the stomach can not digest it completely. The excess undigested food then turns into acid waste, which causes stomach spasms or twitching leading to an increase in stomach gas. The gas increases and forces open the valve between the esophagus and stomach allowing stomach acid to retreat into the esophagus.

If you can take a moment to imagine a garbage can vs. a compost pile.. have you ever watched the rate at which live food metabolizes?  Have you ever seen your trash after a week of piling garbage and processed foods into it?   The live raw vegetables and fruit will metabolize, flatten out and become a useful gardening fertilizer where as the toxic garbage and processed foods will remain unchanged and if left over a period of time will spill over the top of your can.  Without the proper balance of live alkaline foods to help metabolize your a acidic high in protein foods your body will become overloaded and overwhelmed spilling over creating acid reflux.

For both immediate and long-term survival, the body must maintain balance between acidity and alkalinity. In fact, the link between dietary pH balance and various health issues has been recognized by physicians since the early 20th century.  Recently studies have shown that our protein intake has increased substantially, primarily due to the wide availability of protein that is available on a daily basis. Since protein is now a significant component of most meals, the bulk of the current American diet consists primarily of foods that leave an acidic residue within the body. This occurs when food is metabolized and broken down, leaving certain chemical and metallic residues which yield either acid or alkaline potentials of pH for the body.

Acid reflux sufferers know the importance of drinking water to stay hydrated, but most have never considered that water that is highly alkaline, with a pH of 9.0-the highest can be 100 times more effective in neutralizing acid in the body than ordinary bottled water.  Drinking distilled water and adding Trace Minerals 'Concentrace' can help your body achieve better alkalinity.




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Why Probiotics?

Probiotics - Mircrobial reinforcements
Under normal conditions our guts are teeming with healthy micro-organisms that serve to promote digestion, nutrient absorption, and immune system functioning.  Stress, dietary changes, intestinal infections, and many pharmaceuticals, especially antibiotics, can deplete our natural reserve of healthy microbes.  Probiotics are live microorganisms (also known as friendly bacteria) that helps our natural intestinal microbial defense system.  Live-culture yogurts are ok but they have a lot of sugar and the sugar can be another barrier to overcome.. so this is not the best source for probiotics, you can also find it in Kefir, kimchi and sauerkraut.  Because our bodies need to maintain healthy doses of good bacteria in order to keep our immune system strong it may be something to consider... the best over the counter one that I have found and use is NATREN "Healthy Trinity". 

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A Recipe for Good Health

Whether you feel like something is coming on, or if you just want to maintain the best health there is a fairly simple recipe that I like to follow:

• Lots of Distilled Water with Concentrace Trace Minerals
• Lots of Raw Organic Fruits, Veggies, Herbs and Spices
• Sometimes Flash heated Organic Fruits, Veggies, Herbs and Spices
• Sometimes Dried Organic Fruits, Veggies, Herbs and Spices
• Sometimes  Organic Nuts and Seeds
• Sometimes Sprouted Grains & Sprouted Beans
• On occasion Fish, Range Free Turkey, Eggs 
• Rarely Grains, Beans and Potatoes

Always Avoid;

• Refined Sugar
• Processed Foods
• GMO
• Dairy
• Gluten

When you feel that your immune system needs a boost add:

• Probiotics - Natren "Healthy Trinity" at least a 30 day supply
• "Wellness Formula" by Source Naturals.

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Prevention or Cure

The majority of people wait until a symptom presents itself before they feel it is worth doing something about it, what if you could eliminate or reduce any potential symptoms from occurring?  Generally, symptoms are an expression of your body telling you that something is not in balance.  Balance after all is the key. When your body is alkaline, disease can find no place to call home.  

For many including myself this has become our cure.  What does it mean to be alkaline?  How can it help your symptoms?  Alkalinity is referred to as the pH, it is determined by the concentration of Hydrogen ions in a substance such as water, blood or food. On a scale from 1 - 14, a pH level of 7.0 is considered neutral, 7.0 downwards is increasingly acidic and upwards of 7.0 is increasingly alkaline. Our bodies are alkaline by design and acidic by function and we need both. The human body has adapted to two types of digestion, alkaline for starches and acid for proteins, but true health lives in an alkaline state.

Good health needs a balanced equilibrium and this is achieved by maintaining a basic pH balance of acid and alkalinity.  Edgar Cayce, was among the first to let us know that disease cannot live in an alkaline environment. Since then many studies have been conducted to document this as truth.  It is said that you can drink a lemon squeezed in your water every day can help you achieve alkalinity.

Any number of bodily fluids can have a small chemical fluctuation at anytime which may show a strong implication towards health or illness. For example a change of only a few degrees of body heat can cause severe sickness or even death.  PH balance has been identified by biochemists and medical physiologists as a one of the most important aspects of a balanced healthy body. A pH of 7.4 is considered desirable for the human body. A drop in blood pH level to a reading of 6.95 can lead to serious health risks, such as coma or death.

Prevention can be better than a cure.  Saying you are what you eat really has more meaning than once first thought, just ask Thomas Edison who said over 100 years ago, "Doctors of the future will prescribe no medicines, but will prescribe food and will interest their patients in the care of the human frame, in diet and in the cause and prevention of disease."

When the body is alkaline the body is given the maximum opportunity to perform at it's highest capacity.  To achieve this daily it is best to follow a nutritional plan that includes fresh, raw organic vegetables and fruits.   Dark green and orange veggies have the highest nutritional value. Research indicates that phytochemicals from cruciferous vegetables such as broccoli, brussels sprouts, cabbage and cauliflower, as well as turnips and kale support the detoxification processes within the body.  Be sure that your diet contains adequate protein to supply the building materials necessary for tissue repair.  For animal protein, free-range or organically raised meats and poultry or wild game are our best choices. Fresh fish is also an excellent source of protein.

The best way to help your balance is to eat a variety of foods and rotate your selections so that you can stop any reactions that may happen from specific foods. Water is very important to help flush wastes and toxins out of our body. You should drink at least 8 -10 oz glasses of distilled water each day, make sure to add 'Concentrace' by Trace Minerals to help replace essential minerals that can assist your body with alkalinity. If you don't feel that you can drink that much plain water everyday, green tea, herbal teas or squeeze a lemon into your water and this will give you variety plus an excellent source of even more antioxidants.

To stay alkaline avoid... Carbonated drinks, sugar, processed foods, over eating acidic foods

 

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The most popular item we eat is killing us.

Did you know that the world's most popular food additive is the same ingredient that is causing obesity, diabetes, candida, allergies, and many other diseases and disorders.  On some level you must already know what I'm about to say?  Sugar!  

Stop the sugar.  Not only is sugar addictive but it is deadly.  Unfortunately, most of us don't realize just how much sugar is in the food we eat, how many foods actually turn into sugar in our bodies and how it is effecting each of us individually.  Research has reported that at one time we ate on average a couple of tablespoons a day.  Now that sugar is in our bread, ketchup, soy sauce, pasta and more... we are finding that the average person consumes 1 pound a day.  And yes the industry has gone out of their way to provide sugar free options for us; however, these options can be just as deadly as the sugar itself.

Most of us know that sugar is not healthy, but I don't think the majority of us have any idea truly how devastating sugar is. And reducing one's sugar consumption can be challenging as it is highly addictive, causing withdrawal symptoms such as headaches, mood swings, depression, fatigue, and cravings.  However, there are ways to help you overcome the withdrawals and successfully get off the sugar if you are willing.  Switching to sugar free is not an option either, the only real solution is to realize that it is all a really bad idea for our bodies.  It provides no nutritional value for us and actually takes away from our bodies ability to perform the way it was designed.  If you absolutely must have that sweet taste give Stevia a try.  It is a green plant that is sweet and full of nutrients which your body can actually find benefit from.  They've even packaged it and are now selling it at most local health food stores and some mainstream grocery stores.

Here is a list of foods to avoid....  (Click for a list of good foods to eat)

White Flour

Soda/Carbonated Drinks - ALL

Juice - ALL

Sports drinks - ALL

Pasta - ALL

Cereal - ALL

Potatoes

Bean's

Pastry's

Energy Replacement Bars

Cookies

Candy

Ice Cream

Desserts

Sweet fruit (Oranges, Bananas, Red Apples, Tropical, etc)

Jell-O

Milk

Creamer

Here is a list of items that can help during your transition....

• Probiotics - the refrigerated kind.  "Healthy Trinity" by Natren is my first choice followed by "Garden of Life.
• Fish Oil - Carlson's is the best and fish oil can help reduce the cravings while providing your body with fuel that it can use not only for your internal organs but for your brain as well.
• Avocados - Great food to help curb the cravings
• Coconut Oil - Cold Pressed also a great source of omega's while offering your body and brain essential fatty acids. (a tablespoon 3 times a day)
• Eggs - Cook the whites, and eat the yolks loose. (sunny side up, poached or any a protein shake)
• Distilled water with a freshly squeezed lemon
• Dandelion root (2 tablespoons a day of the powder or 4 capsules in the am/pm)
• Grapefruit
• Stevia - Packets,  French Vanilla Stevia Liquid Extract 2 Ounces, Shaker 

 

Here are 148 reasons why you should stop eating sugar.

       SUGAR CAN:

1. Suppress the immune system.
2. Upset the mineral relationships in the body.
3. Cause hyperactivity, anxiety, difficulty concentrating, and crankiness in children.
4. Produce a significant rise in triglycerides.
5. Contribute to the reduction in defense against bacterial infection (infectious diseases).
6. Cause a loss of tissue elasticity and function, the more sugar you eat the more elasticity and function you loose.
7. Reduce high density lipoproteins.
8. Lead to chromium deficiency.
9. Lead to cancer of the ovaries.
10. Increase fasting levels of glucose.
11. Cause copper deficiency.
12. Interfere with absorption of calcium and magnesium.
13. Weaken eyesight.
14. Raise the level of a neurotransmitters: dopamine, serotonin, and norepinephrine.
15. Cause hypoglycemia.                                
16. Produce an acidic digestive tract.
17. Cause a rapid rise of adrenaline levels in children.
18. Cause mal-absorption leading to dis-functional bowel disease.
19. Cause premature aging.
20. Lead to alcoholism.
21. Cause tooth decay.
22. Contribute to obesity
23. High intake of sugar increases the risk of Crohn's disease, and ulcerative colitis.
24. Cause changes frequently found in person with gastric or duodenal ulcers.
25. Cause arthritis.
26. Cause asthma.
27. Greatly assist the uncontrolled growth of Candida Albicans.
28. Cause gallstones.
29. Cause heart disease.
30. Cause appendicitis.
31. Cause multiple sclerosis.
32. Cause hemorrhoids.
33. Cause varicose veins.
34. Elevate glucose and insulin responses in oral contraceptive users.
35. Lead to periodontal disease.
36. Contribute to osteoporosis.
37. Contribute to saliva acidity.
38. Cause a decrease in insulin sensitivity.
39. Lower the amount of Vitamin E (alpha-Tocopherol  in the blood.
40. Decrease growth hormone.
41. Increase cholesterol.
42. Increase the systolic blood pressure.
43. Cause drowsiness and decreased activity in children.
44. High sugar intake increases advanced glycation end products (AGEs)(Sugar bound non-enzymatically to protein)
45. Interfere with the absorption of protein.
46. Cause food allergies.
47. Contribute to diabetes.
48. Cause toxemia during pregnancy.
49. Contribute to eczema in children.
50. Cause cardiovascular disease.
51. Impair the structure of DNA
52. Change the structure of protein.
53. Make our skin age by changing the structure of collagen.
54. Cause cataracts.
55. Cause emphysema.
56. Cause atherosclerosis.
57. Promote an elevation of low density lipoproteins (LDL).
58. High sugar intake can impair the physiological homeostasis of many systems in the body.
59. Lower the enzymes ability to function.
60. Intake is higher in people with Parkinson’s disease.
61. Cause a permanent altering the way the proteins act in the body.
62. Increase the size of the liver by making the liver cells divide.
63. Increase the amount of liver fat.
64. Increase kidney size and produce pathological changes in the kidney.
65. Damage the pancreas.
66. Increase the body's fluid retention.
67. Restrict bowel movements.
68. Cause myopia (nearsightedness).
69. Compromise the lining of the capillaries.
70. Make the tendons more brittle.
71. Cause headaches, including migraine.
72. Play a role in pancreatic cancer in women.
73. Adversely affect school children's grades and cause learning disorders..
74. Cause an increase in delta, alpha, and theta brain waves.
75. Cause depression.
76. Increase the risk of gastric cancer.
77. Cause dyspepsia (indigestion).
78. Increase your risk of getting gout.
79. Increase the levels of glucose in an oral glucose tolerance test over the ingestion of complex carbohydrates.
80. Increase the insulin responses in humans consuming high-sugar diets compared to low sugar diets. 
81. Reduce learning capacity.
82. Cause less effective functioning of two blood  proteins, albumin, and lipoproteins, which may reduce the body’s ability to handle fat and cholesterol.
83. Contribute to Alzheimer’s disease.
84. Cause platelet adhesiveness.
85. Cause hormonal imbalance; some hormones become underactive and others become overactive. 
86. Lead to the formation of kidney stones.
87. Lead to the hypothalamus to become highly sensitive to a large variety of stimuli.
88. Lead to dizziness.
89. Cause free radicals and oxidative stress.
90. Significantly increases platelet adhesion for anyone with peripheral vascular disease .
91. Can lead to biliary tract cancer.
92. Feed cancer.
93. Cause and increase the risk for a pregnant mother to deliver a small-for-gestational-age (SGA) infant.
94. Lead to substantial decrease in gestation duration among adolescents.
95. Slow food's travel time through the gastrointestinal tract.
96. Increase the concentration of bile acids in stools and bacterial enzymes in the colon. This can modify bile to produce cancer-causing compounds and colon cancer.
97. Increase estradiol (the most potent form of naturally occurring estrogen) in men.
98. Combine and destroy phosphatase, an enzyme, which makes the process of digestion more difficult.
99. Be a risk factor of gallbladder cancer.
100. Be an addictive substance.
101. Be intoxicating, similar to alcohol.
102. Exacerbate PMS.
103. Can affect the amount of carbon dioxide premature babies produce.
104. Be changed in the body into 2 to 5 times more fat in the bloodstream than it does starch.
105. Promote excessive food intake in obese subjects.
106. Worsen the symptoms of children with attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD).
107. Adversely affects urinary electrolyte composition.
108. Slow down the ability of the adrenal glands to function.
109. Induce abnormal metabolic processes in a normal healthy individual and to promote chronic degenerative diseases.
110. Cut off oxygen to the brain if administered as I.Vs (intravenous feedings) of sugar water.
111. Be a risk factor in lung cancer.
112. Increase the risk of polio.
113. Intake can cause epileptic seizures.
114. Cause high blood pressure in obese people.
115. Induce cell death.
116. Increase the amount of food that you eat.
117. Can increase an antisocial behavior in juveniles
118. Lead to prostrate cancer.
119. Dehydrate newborns.
120. Increase the estradiol in young men.
121. Cause low birth weight babies.
122. Cause schizophrenia
123. Raise homocysteine levels in the blood stream. 
124. Increase the risk of breast cancer. 
125. Can increase your risk of getting cancer of the small intestine. 
126. Cause laryngeal cancer.
127. Induce salt and water retention.
128. Contribute to mild memory loss.
129. Decrease the intake of many essential nutrients.
130. Increase the total amount of food consumed.
131. Result in a heightened preference for sucrose relative to water at 6 months and 2 years of age.
132. Cause constipation.
133. Causes varicose veins.
134. Can cause brain decay in pre-diabetic and diabetic women.
135. Can increase the risk of stomach cancer.
136. Cause metabolic syndrome.
137. Increase neural tube defects in embryos.
138. Be a factor in asthma.
139. Increase your chances of getting irritable bowel syndrome.
140. Affect central reward systems.
141. Cancer of the rectum.
142. Endometrial cancer.
143. Cause renal (kidney) cell carcinoma.
144. Cause liver tumors.
145. Cause endemetrosis
146. Cause yeast infections
147. Cause mood swings
148. Cause allergies 

 

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