Colon Cleansing Foods

Natural Colon Cleansing

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Here are 12 natural ways to cleanse your colon. 

1. Flax Seeds: - Protects intestinal flora, regulates bowel habits without side effects.
2. Aloe Vera: Heals and soothes intestinal lining.
3. Alfalfa: Helps to sooth the digestive tract during a cleanse.
4. Peppermint: Alleviates the intestine.
5. Spirulina and Wheatgrass: Aids the body in obtaining more oxygen and eliminating unnecessary toxins.
6. Mango: Relieves constipation due to its laxative properties.
7. Chickweed: Constipation relief and colon cleansing.
8. Probiotic Yogurt: - Excellent to restore regularity, use minimally processed.
9. Cascara Sagrada: Strengthens the muscle tone of the colon walls.
10. Fermented Foods:  Kefir and unpasteurized cultured butter are a great probiotic source.
11. Fennel Seeds: Relieves lower abdominal pain, enhances digestion and reduces gas.
12. Organic Fruits: Apples, grapes, pineapples, papaya and kiwi are rich in fiber, act as a natural lubricant and contain valuable enzymes that help maintain regularity.

Foods that strengthen bones!

In our 30s, our bones start to deteriorate.  Prevent fractures boost your bones with a nutritional approach.

Broccoli


Sesame seeds


Spinach


Flax seeds


Kale


Almonds

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The good fat?

We live in a fast food culture and multiple health problems are being tied to the fats contained in the meals.  Health insurance costs are crushing and quality of life is diminished by chronic illness.  What may surprise you is that many foods that you buy in grocery stores contain these fats too.  Now, what if fat was actually good for you instead?  It is, depending on the type.  Did you know that monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats are actually good for your heart and have multiple positive health impact for those who consume them on a regular basis.  Maybe it's time to switch to "the good fat."

Here are some sources of healthy fats:
Olive oil
Safflower oil
Peanut oil
Flax seed
Coconut
Avocado

So, now that you know where to find healthy fat for your diet, why should you actually make the switch?  Here are a few reasons:

• Reduce the risk of Alzheimer's
• Reduce the risk of cancer
• Help skin look more healthy
• Lower cholesterol
• May help manage blood sugar levels
• Help prevent heart disease
• Metabolize stored fat
• Maintain energy levels

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Cancer Fighting Foods

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Make sure you get loads of these! -  jalapenos, kale, lemons, mustard green, broccoli, green tea, seaweed, ginseng, figs, wild berries, swiss chard, cabbage, avocado, flax seeds, turmeric, chili peppers, ginger, romaine lettuce, cauliflower, grapefruits, green juice, garlic, tomatoes, rosemary, 

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