Using Lemons To Detox

Lemons are another powerful food.

If you're up for a natural detox - 

check out some of the health benefits of a lemon detox:

- Aids in digestion

- increases concentration

- Flushes liver and kidneys

- Suppresses the appetite

- Boosts the immune system

- Makes hair shiner and stronger

- Cleansing the blood

- Removing radiation from the body

Dosage is important so make sure to do your homework before choosing any method.

Here you can learn a lot more about lemon detox

http://www.homeremedycentral.com/en/natural-cures/home-remedy/lemon-detox.html

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Foods that eliminate bad breath

Bad breath can be bad for business and also can spell awkward social interactions.  Naturally boost your breath with these food items.

Boom!  Now you can have fresh breath and be healthy while you are at it.

There is no replacement for dental maintenance such as brushing, flossing, and regular checkups and cleanings.  Consider, though, that many people stand to suffer the side effects of taking conventional means to improve breath.  Mouthwashes often contain fluoride which can be absorbed through the capillaries in the mouth and is toxic to all tissue in the human body.  

Many brands also include artificial sweeteners and coloring agents.  Chewing gum that is marketed as sugar free usually contains aspartame, the most highly contested FDA approved food item in history.  Aspartame has been tied to several health problems including migraines and different cancers.  This sweet poison even converts to formaldehyde in the body after consumption. 

 Other sweeteners such as sucralose are used which are heavily processed and have negative side effects as well.  Thankfully, nature provides us with a bounty of options to improve breath and they don't harm your body but actually have decent nutritional profiles.

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Naturally reduce inflammation.

Several diseases and serious health conditions can be attributed to inflammation in the body. 

Just about all of our habits in life either cause or reduce inflammation.  There is no such thing as a free lunch, so if you want to avoid chronic health problems due to inflammation, a nutritional approach is a must.

     Up front, inflammation can be associated with increased aging but many people may not realize that inflammation is a hidden cause behind some of the most serious age and non age related diseases.  Inflammation is actually a reaction by the body to protect itself from trauma and toxins, but too much inflammation in the body can send your system into chaos.  Autoimmune disorders, asthma, arthritis, and allergies are related to inflammation but chronic systemic inflammation in the body can give rise to frightening health problems such as osteoporosis, Alzheimer's disease, heart disease, depression, diabetes, and even cancer.

     Unfortunately our environment is filled with toxins and microbes that cause the body to have an immune response which includes inflammation.  What makes it worse is that a large part of the diet of a person living in a developed country includes processed food items that further cause inflammation, literally keeping your body "under attack" constantly.  If you are willing to make the proper lifestyle choices, you can prevent some serious illnesses and even slow down aging.  More and more people are taking the nutritional approach to health rather than taking a gamble with overly processed, chemical laden, cheap food and ending up in the hospital.  Remember that nutrition is natures health insurance and each time you eat you have the opportunity to strengthen every cell in your body or pump your system full of toxins.

     We all know that junk food is not good for you but keep in mind that it can actually kill you if you eat it regularly and eating healthy to promote good health and avoid the doctor's office doesn't mean you have to eat unappetizing food.  Olive oil makes a great delicious alternative to butter.  Avocado and nuts are good substitutes for meats.  Fruit juices in moderation and water in place of soft drinks will boost your health significantly.  Gluten free breads, pastas, and cereal alternatives are growing in numbers and being carried by more and more grocers.  Forget diets and make a lifestyle change that will save you pain and suffering and will even keep you looking younger for longer.

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Dry Body Brushing

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Dry body brushing has been around for centuries. It is a great way to detoxify the skin, aid in lymphatic drainage, and helps in reducing cellulite, to name but a few of the many benefits.

Used widely in health spas as a slimming and / or detox treatment, body brushing can also be done at home. It is an easy technique to learn and all you need is a natural fiber brush, which can easily be found online or obtained from your local store. (See below for our recommended brushes from Amazon.) Be sure to choose a natural fiber brush as synthetic fibers may irritate or damage the skin.



The benefits are tremendous.

• Softens,smooths and firms skin
• Removes dead skin cells
• Improves nervous system
• Removes cellulite
• Cleanses the lymphatic system
• Aids in draining excess fluid from the body
• Helps tone muscles
• Aids digestion
• Natural and relaxing
• Strengthens immune system
• Reduces the need for body lotions and creams by stimulating the oil glands

How to Dry Body Brush Your Skin:

Dry body brushing is best to do in the morning, as its invigorating and awakening effect can interfere with sleep if done at night. Never brush cut or broken skin.

Make sure you are in a warm, dry room with somewhere to sit that is comfortable so that you can reach your legs and feet. Make sure to use firm, even strokes in the direction of the heart and go over each area several times in order to ensure the whole part of the body you are brushing is covered.

Start in a sitting position, working on one foot and make your way up to your buttocks. Repeat on the opposite leg.

Next move on to your arms. Start at the palms of the hands, working in towards the body. 

When brushing the abdomen, always use clockwise circular motions and slightly less pressure than on your arms and legs.

Once completed, move on to the neck and chest. These areas can be sensitive and it is recommended to use much lighter strokes.

Last of all, the face. It is beneficial to use a brush that is designed for the face or even a face cloth. It is essential to be very gentle to this area to get the maximum benefit and avoid any damage to the skin from excessive rubbing.

The key to remember is that this should be stimulating to the skin. You don't want to brush too hard as this can irritate or damage your skin's surface.The whole procedure should take no longer than 10 minutes. For maximum effects take a warm shower after dry brushing.

Sources for this article:

Health Benefits of Dry Body Brushing: http://www.exhibithealth.com/general-health/health-benefits-of-dry-body-brushing-661/

Dry Brushing Technique:http://naturalhealthtechniques.com/healingtechniquesdry_brushing_technique.htm

Article from Well and Good NYC: http://www.wellandgoodnyc.com/2010/07/01/how-to-dry-brush-your-body-for-the-beach/#

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For relief from psoriasis, first turn to nature.

Psoriasis is a wide spread skin problem that causes great discomfort, sleep problems, and greatly diminishes quality of life for those who suffer from it.  Here are some natural remedies and some additional health bonuses you can enjoy from using them:

Apple cider vinegar:  Also apply to skin to remove warts and age spots.  If taken internally, apple cider vinegar can help to cleanse the liver, lymph system, and help balance out the body's alkalinity.

Dead sea mud:  In addition to exfoliating skin, black dead sea mud also helps to maintain healthy looking skin and improves circulation.  This special mud is a heavy duty moisturizer and can be used to also treat eczema and acne. 

Olive oil:  Applied topically, olive oil rejuvenates and repairs skin but also yields significant health benefits if taken orally such as reducing the risk of heart disease and aiding in digestion.

Goldenseal:  Goldenseal has dozens of other uses including aiding in digestion, antiseptic properties and promotion of healthy heart function.  Nausea, vomiting, and night sweats can also be treated with this ancient herb.

Epsom salt:  Bathing in Epsom salt can help with skin inflammation and rashes in addition to psoriasis and has the added effect of relieving joint pain, muscle pain, and fibromyalgia.

Comfrey:  Comfrey stimulates rapid skin regeneration so effectively that it has been used frequently by battlefield medics.  Comfrey is also used to treat diarrhea, dysentery, mouth sores, and promotes cardiovascular health.

Aloe Vera:  Psoriasis can be effectively treated using the gel from this plant which is also widely used to relieve traumatic burns and overexposure to the sun.  Aloe Vera can also be used to treat skin abrasions and acne.

Coconut oil:  In addition to being an effective treatment for multiple skin problems including psoriasis, coconut oil can also be used for healthy hair and promotes heart health.  Data shows that coconut oil, if ingested regularly, can promote brain health and prevent Alzheimer's disease.

Dead sea salt:  Studies show that all the symptoms of psoriasis can be alleviated by taking dead sea salt baths.  Muscle relaxation is another plus and even people who suffer from osteoarthritis have reported having reduced pain as a result of trying dead sea salt.

Tea tree oil:  Other skin conditions such as boils, acne, and warts can be effectively treated using this essential oil as well.  Soar throat, congestion, dandruff, and lice are also treatable using tea tree oil.

Sunlight:  Calcium and phosphorus absorption are aided by the production of vitamin D resulting from sun exposure, helping to promote bone health as well as skin health.  Sunlight has been shown to help with depression as well.

Neem leaf oil:  Neem leaf oil can also help with head lice, eczema, and scabies.

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Health benefits of curry leaves

This eastern seasoning has benefits that could make a difference across the globe.

Are you a fan of Indian or Pakistani cuisine?  Well, curry might be the key to better health so it may be time to try some eastern cooking!

Hair: Simmer crushed curry leaves in coconut oil until dark and apply to your hair and scalp to maintain healthy hair and stimulate growth.  Regular consumption of curry leaves is believed to also prevent premature graying of hair.

Weight loss:  It is believed that chewing or eating a few curry leaves a day will help you lose weight.

Digestion:  Consuming curry leaves or crushed curry regularly will help with healthy stomach function and also can be used to treat diarrhea.

Eye health:  Compounds found in curry leaves can help to maintain good eye sight and is also believed to prevent cataracts.

Skin problems:  Skin irritation, bruises, and even burns can be treated by using curry leaves broken down topically.

Upset Stomach:  Morning sickness, nausea, and vomiting can be treated effectively by adding the juice of curry leaves to some lime juice and a bit of sugar.

Women's health:  Women in India have been taking powdered curry after after giving birth to boost their health.

Diabetes:  It is believed that consuming about 10 curry leaves a day can help to alleviate diabetes.  The weight loss properties of curry leaves further lower the chances of developing diabetes resulting from obesity.

Kidney health:  Though not the leaves, curry plant root juices taken orally are believed to relieve pain related to kidney problems.

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Health benefits of alfalfa sprouts

Most of us know alfalfa as feed for livestock, but if you eat alfalfa sprouts, you may end up "as healthy as an ox" as well!

Adding sprouts to your morning breakfast could offer a huge health boost!

-Anti microbial:  Compounds called saponins found in alfalfa sprouts have a cleansing and infection fighting effect that can be useful in preventing illnesses caused by invading microbes in the digestive tract.

-Fiber:  Since alfalfa sprouts are a good source of fiber, they can be helpful to people who have digestive issues.  Also, dietary fiber is useful in maintaining healthy blood sugar and cholesterol levels.  

-Anti Cancer:  Plant based compounds within alfalfa sprouts are believed to fight and destroy cancer cells of several different types.  Among these are lung, colon, breast, and cancers of the blood.

-Anti viral:  Viral infections can be battled or even prevented due to plant based compounds called saponins contained within the sprouts of alfalfa.

-Anti inflammatory:  Consuming the sprouts of alfalfa can reduce the production of inflammation causing toxins within the alimentary canal of the digestive tract.

-Heart health:  Due to their anti inflammatory properties and the fact that the fiber contained in these sprouts helps with cholesterol levels, the chances of developing heart problems can be reduced by consuming them.

-Anti Fungal: Saponins contained in alfalfa sprouts have been shown to help clean out the colon, removing harmful fungal impurities.

-Arthritis:  Once again, inflammation causes havoc in the body but can be reduced by adding alfalfa sprouts to your sandwiches, soups, or smoothies daily.  Arthritis sufferers benefit greatly from foods with anti inflammatory effects.

It is important to remember that while some consider alfalfa seeds to be a good source of nutrition, you should wait and sprout them before consuming.  Data shows that saponins, the anti inflammatory healing agent contained in alfalfa sprouts, increase over 400% due to the chemical process within the plant of sprouting. 

Throw 1 banana, 3 strawberries, a tablespoon of raw honey, a cup and a half of almond milk, a tablespoon of coconut oil, a hanful of kale, and a half cup of alfalfa sprouts in a blender for a mega healing breakfast smoothie for 2 that tastes too good to be healthy!

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Argan Oil is Liquid Gold

THE LIQUID GOLD! ARGAN OIL!

Argan oil (Argana spinosa) is a small and spiky tree that growth mostly in the south of Morocco and only recently became really recognized for its healing and nourishing properties. It bears a fruit that yields an edible nut. It takes the whole year for the fruit to mature. If you have seen photos of Morocco, often you will see goats on top of trees, climbing and feeding on the fruits and twigs.

Traditionally nuts were milled by hand once the kernel has passed through the goats gut. It then was cleaned, roasted and then ground and crushed. The mixture was then dowsed in water and the oil floats off. Decanting and settling removed the debris and clarified the oil.

Nowadays it is done with cold pressing and some refining.

Why Argan Oil is Good For Your Skin!

Argan oil has good resistance to oxidation and is a free radical scavenger. It has much more vitamin E than olive oil.  It is one of the best oils to use for dry and mature skin. This oil has demonstrated the possibility for good restructuring activity as it is high in unsaturated fatty acids. Its nutritive qualities are very useful when it comes to the delicate eye area. Massaging daily argan oil into your skin can slow down the signs of aging, sun damage and it is one of top oils to use for stretch marks.

Best of all, it does not go rancid quickly do it is high Vitamin E content and using unrefined oil is always to the best, for it has been un-altered and retains its nutritive properties.

Here is Typical Fatty Acid Profile for Argan Oil

Palmitic Acid  about 13%

Oleic Acid about 48%

Stearic Acid about 5%

Other acids are palmitoleic, arachidic, eicosenoic

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They are trying to outlaw saving your own seed in Europe

They are trying to outlaw saving your own seed in Europe! 

There is no actual reason for this insanity other than a power play by Monsanto and the rest to enforce their monopoly and be completely rid of heirloom varieties. This is a desperate situation with serious implications. Please share!!

8600 people have already said NO! Will you too? 10k needed

The EU wants to stop us from saving and sharing our organic (normal -untainted - poison free - non-gmo) seed. Biodiversity is being destroyed by corporations like Monsanto, for profit and greed!

http://www.avaaz.org/en/petition/We_Will_Not_Comply/?kTzSgcb

Full info & petitions: http://open-seeds.org/bad-seed-law/

http://www.avaaz.org/en/petition/We_dont_accept_this_Let_us_keep_our_seeds_EU

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The Dangers of Air Fresheners

Air fresheners or 'room deodorizers' are becoming increasingly popular. But did you know that they contain many harmful toxins? Even some of the commercially sold 'natural' ones!

These products have been linked to an increase in asthma symptoms and pulmonary diseases. Aside from this, general symptoms of sickness and migraine have been noted from use of room fragrance products.

Most air fresheners including some scented candles, plug-ins and timed aerosols contain phthalates. This a chemical compound mainly used to soften plastic and is what gives P.V.C its flexibility.

Although in recent years some companies claim to have removed these phthalates from their products other key ingredients can also be very harmful.

Learn more about the toxins found in air fresheners:

• Genotoxins are chemical agents that damage DNA.  Damages to cellular DNA can result in cell mutations and even lead to cancer.
• Mutagenic chemicals, as the name suggests, can increase the recurrence of  some types of mutations. 
• Broncho-constrictors narrow the airways along the bronchial tube and cause them to constrict or tighten. These symptoms are very similar to asthma, which may give rise to the association to asthma symptoms.
• Neurotoxins, the name literally translated means 'nerve toxins'. They damage the brain or nervous system by killing neurons in the body.
• Hepatoxins damage the liver. 
• Reproductive toxins have been found to decrease fertility. The rate of infertility has *increased by over 4% since the 1980's.  

*Source: http://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Infertility

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Make Your Own Toxin Free Natural Room Deodorizer

Here is a recipe to make your own room spray without the nasty chemicals that commercial fresheners give out. The bonuses of this are endless and the cost is way cheaper in comparison. 

What you will need:

1 pump action spray bottle

Distilled Water

2 -4 drops Essential oils of your choosing

1 Tbsp Baking Soda

Directions: 

Mix baking soda and essential oils together.

Pour into bottle.

Add water, put lid on and shake.

This can be used as a room fragrance, fabric freshener, carpets,clothes or whatever you choose that needs a freshen up. ( Please remember that certain fabrics such as silk don't like oils though!)

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Health benefits of acupuncture

Ok, we all know how it looks, painful!  But, it could actually reduce the amount of pain you have to endure in daily life!

A popular alternative treatment used for thousands of years throughout the China, acupuncture is now widely used across the world and is designed to interact with the body's natural energy pathways.

Although it is not without controversy within the medical community, acupuncture has spread like wildfire from the far east all the way to western Europe and the United States.  Acupuncture is now being used in combination with other treatments and on several different conditions and, oddly enough, is even being used and researched for veterinary applications.  It is not uncommon to find an acupuncture practitioner in chiropractic offices and spas.  The World Health Organization has claimed that acupuncture is an effective treatment for over two dozen health conditions and the U.S. army began teaching battlefield acupuncture in 2009 to field medics for the wars in Afghanistan and Iraq.  So, while there are many staunch advocates for acupuncture, the controversy with this treatment is born of placebo trials which are also hard to conduct.  Despite studies that suggest placebo can yield similar results, several alternative and mainstream health experts and institutions tout multiple health benefits related to this ancient Chinese practice.

While Chinese medicine has focused on the energy pathways in the body while using acupuncture, several authorities on health and nutrition have claimed that the benefits are purely scientific and don't rely on ancient philosophies.  The University of Texas M.D. Anderson Cancer Treatment Center has concluded that semi-weekly acupuncture sessions helped relieve extreme dry mouth, or xerostomia, in patients who underwent radiation treatment for cancers of the head and neck.  A peer reviewed British Medical Journal also claims the benefits of acupuncture to be rooted in science.  

The University Medical Center in Berlin, Germany found that acupuncture helps with osteoarthritis while the Mayo Clinic claims this treatment to be effective for people suffering fibromyalgia.  Acupuncture has shown great promise for treating migraines and pain after a dental procedure.  Lower back pain is also believed to be treatable using this ancient method.  Acupuncture is also believed to be an effective treatment for nausea and vomiting resulting from chemotherapy, adding to the value of this treatment for cancer patients.  Patients who would like to avoid heavy pharmaceutical pain relievers that carry many side effects can turn to acupuncture.  Acupuncture is also useful for women's health issues.  The practice of acupuncture is safe and growing in popularity outside of China and even has electro and laser versions that are thought to be just as effective and less invasive.   

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Health Benefits Of Swiss Chard

Also called Roman kale, this leafy green veggie is packed with protective agents and nutrients.

If you have not tried swiss chard, here are a few reasons to jump in:

-Antioxidant power:  The leaves of Swiss chard are known to be a good source of vitamin C, also called the detox vitamin.  Tissue is protected from damage due to free radicals and toxins in the blood stream thanks to this important nutrient.

-Blood health:  Copper, iron, potassium, and manganese are among the minerals that are found within this leafy green.  Potassium helps to counter the effects of sodium in the blood which helps to naturally prevent heart disease.  Swiss chard also contains iron which is absolutely necessary for the production and maintenance of blood cells.

-Brain health:  Packed with vitamin K, which protects neurons in the brain from decline and is often suggested to naturally treat Alzheimer's disease.

-Bone health:  The vitamin K in Swiss chard helps to maintain bone strength and also stimulates bone production.  This veggie is also credited with preventing osteoporosis.

-Omega 3:  Swiss chard is a great source of omega 3 fatty acids and beta carotenes.  Flavanoids convert to vitamin A in the body and help to protect against toxic agents in the blood stream.

-Weight loss:  Due to its high nutrient density and extremely low caloric and fat values, Swiss chard is a recommended component of the diet for those hoping to shed some extra body fat.  

-Anti Cancer:  Some data shows that regular consumption of Swiss chard can help to prevent some cancers including prostate cancer and colon cancer.

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Why Baby Carrots Should Be Avoided

What could I possibly have against these cute little “healthy” snacks that can be found in school lunchboxes across America? Well as it turns out many "baby carrots" aren't actually baby carrots at all...

It’s almost back to school time and baby carrots are one snack to keep out of your child's lunch. It may shock you... but baby carrots don't come out of the ground that way (Normally but some organic companies have designed ways to do this right... WITHOUT CHLORINE). There is no little baby carrot garden where these are harvested. Manufactured baby carrots are a result of taking all the broken and “ugly” big carrots they can’t put in the package, grinding them all up, processing them into the “baby” carrots and giving them a bath in chlorine to give them a bright happy orange color.

There are also “Cut & Peel” baby carrots that are widdled into a miniature form. If you look on the package it doesn’t say “Chlorine”, because it was added as part of manufacturing and not added as an ingredient…why is that? Packaged foods contains lots of chemicals both in the ingredients and in the manufacturing process. The tricky part is chemicals added as part of the manufacturing process are not considered to be an ingredient therefore does not have to be listed on the food label. So there is no way to tell what else is hiding in that box or package.

As defined by the EPA, Chlorine is a pesticide. Its purpose is to kill living organisms. So it would make sense that when you ingest chlorine, it kills some parts of our body like the healthy bacteria in your gut and intestinal flora for instance. Chlorine is a highly toxic, yellow-green gas most heavily used in chemical agents like household cleaners and can be found in the air near industrial areas especially around paper processing plants. Exposure to Chlorine has been linked to health problems such as sore throat, coughing, eye and skin irritation, rapid breathing, narrowing of the bronchi, wheezing, blue coloring of the skin, accumulation of fluid in the lungs, pain in the lung region, severe eye and skin burns, lung collapse, a type of asthma known as Reactive Airways Dysfunction Syndrome (RADS). Chlorine is also added to the public water supply. So not only are you drinking it, but you are absorbing it through the largest organ in your body, your skin. In fact, 2/3 of human absorption of chlorine is from inhaling the steam in the form of chloroform and fast absorption through your open pores in the warm shower or bath. The inhalation of chloroform is a suspected cause of asthma and bronchitis, especially in children… which has increased 300% in the last two decades. Other health risks associated with chloroform is cancer, potential reproductive damage, birth defects, dizziness, fatigue, headache, liver and kidney damage. Chloroform is also found in the air and in food, like baby carrots.

Conclusion: Stick to organically grown whole carrots. They are really easy to find as you can buy them at your local farmers market or grocery store. Wash them and cut them into sticks for your childs lunch box. Carrots are an excellent snack that we enjoy all the time. Enjoy!

Thanks to www.facebook.com/asheepnomore for this warning.