Got Smoking Remedy

Got Smoking Remedy – Food – Juicing – Herbs

Smoking is the act of smoking tobacco or other substances.

The USDA recommends that you eat at least 5 servings of fruits and vegetables per day. Tobacco depletes the valuable nutrients from the body.

Food ~ Benefit

Citrus Fruit ~ in place of 1 cigarette

Orange

Grapefruit

Lemons/limes

Tangerines

Cruciferous Vegetables ~ slows cancer growth

Broccoli

Cauliflower

Cabbage

Kale

Brussels Sprouts

Bok Choy

 

Berries ~ destroys hydrocarbons and cancer causing materials

Strawberries

Cherries

Grapes

Raspberries

Antioxidant ~ more cancer protection

Tomatoes

Soy Foods ~ cancer fighting substance
Tofu

Tempeh

Physical Activity

Running, walking, cycling, or swimming

Juicing Recipes

Juice #1

3 celery stalks

1 apple

1/2 tsp. turmeric

1 tsp. lignan flax oil (highest)
(drink 4-6, 1oz. cups daily)

Herbs

St. Johns wort ~ promote positive mental attitude
Black cohosh ~ helpful in quitting
Lobelia ~ control the cravings for nicotine
Hyssop ~ alleviates anxiety associated with smoking withdrawal
Blue vervain ~ calms the nerves
Catnip ~ treats bronchial infections
Korean ginseng ~ alleviate fatigue related to quitting
Peppermint ~ mild anesthetic to the stomach wall
Motherwort ~ acts as a sedative
Slippery elm ~ eases digestive discomforts
Valerian ~ a muscle relaxant

This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The content on this blog is for educational purposes only.  Please consult with your physician before using natural remedies and making any changes in your diet. 

Got Carpal Tunnel

Got Carpal Tunnel Food – Juicing – Oils – Herbs

Carpal tunnel syndrome is a condition characterized by pain and numbing or tingling sensations in the hand and caused by compression of a nerve in the carpal tunnel at the wrist.

Food ~ Benefit ~ Result

Parsley ~ Vitamin C ~ enhance effects of bromelain

Kale ~ Vitamin C~ relief of symptoms

Pineapple ~ enzyme bromelain ~ reduce swelling

Ginger ~ zinc ~ heals bruising pain and healing time is very fast

Spinach ~ Vitamin B6 ~ relief of symptoms

Turnip greens ~ Vitamin B6 ~ relief symptoms

Green pepper ~ Vitamin C ~ relief symptoms

Broccoli ~ Vitamin C ~ treats pain

Juicing Recipes

 

Juice #1

1 apple

4 carrots

¼ inch slice ginger root

Juice #2

3 broccoli flowerets

½ green pepper

2 celery stalks

4-5 carrots or 2 tomatoes

1 garlic clove

Juice #3

¼ inch slice ginger

1 apple

Sparkling water (favorite flavor)

Juice #4

1 large kale leaf

2-3 green apples

Juice #5

¼ pineapple w/skin

Juice #6

¼ pineapple w/skin

¼ inch slice ginger

1 apple

Oils

Peppermint Oil ~ anti-inflammatory and pain relieving
Helichrysum ~ reduce inflammation, pain, speeds healing and increases circulation
Wintergreen ~ reduce inflammation, pain, speeds healing and increases circulation
Clove ~ reduce inflammation, pain, speeds healing and increases circulation

note: you may combine all oils for speedy recovery

Other useful oils:
Basil
Cypress
Lemongrass
Vetiver
Wintergreen
Marjoram
Myrrh

Herbs

Ginkgo biloba~ improves circulation and aids nerve function
Marshmallow root ~ soother and softens tissues and promotes healing
Skullcap ~ relieves muscle spasms and pain

This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The content on this blog is for educational purposes only. Please consult with your physician before using natural remedies and before making any changes in your diet.  

Got Backache Remedy

Got Backache Remedy Food – Oils – Juicing – Herbs

Backache is a common syndrome characterized used by pain and tenderness in the muscles or in the muscle’s attachment to other regions, such as the sacroiliac.

Food ~ Nutrient ~ Benefit

Turnip greens ~ Vitamin K ~ pain reliever

Lettuce ~ Vitamin K ~ pain reliever
Cabbage ~ Vitamin K ~ pain reliever
Spinach ~ Vitamin K ~ pain reliever
Broccoli ~ Vitamin K ~ pain reliever
Carrot ~copper ~ copper deficiency can control the pain
Garlic ~ copper ~ copper deficiency can control the pain
Ginger root ~ copper ~ copper deficiency can control the pain

Oils

Bachache can be local or can spread to other regions such as your leg

Oil ~ Benefit

Lemon ~ cleanses waste, works excellent with neuralgic pain

Bay ~ help nerve-end pain and a warming effect where there is coldness within the muscles

Clove ~ has pain-relieving properties affecting the nerve end pathways

How to use:

2 drops lemon

2 drops bay

1 drop clove

Use for:
Full body massage or painful area

Compress

Juicing Recipes

Juice #1

1 small wedge cabbage
2 lettuce leaves
4-5 carrots greens remove
3 broccoli flowerets
1 apple

Juice #2
Handful spinach
4-5 carrots

Juice #3

Handful parsley
Handful spinach
4 carrots
2 celery stalks

Juice #4

1 apple
¼ inch slice ginger root
Sparkling water (favorite flavor)

Juice #5 
4-5 carrots greens removed
¼ inch slice ginger root
1 apple

Herbs

Black cohosh ~ treats muscle pain

Cramp bark ~ treats cramping

Jamaican dogwood ~ relieves pain

Kava Kava ~ relaxes tension

Lobelia ~ resolves spasms

Nettle ~ useful in tendinitis and repetitive stress injuries

Prickly ash ~ treats severe nerve pain

Saint John’s wort ~ helps injured nerves

Sweet clover ~ treats nerve pain

This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).  The content on this blog is for educational purposes only.  Please consult with your physician before using natural remedies and making any changes in your diet.

Got Skin Health

Got Healthy Skin Food – Juicing – Oils – Herbs

Skin is the outer covering and largest organ of the body.

Food ~ Nutrient ~ Benefit

Sweet Potatoes ~ beta carotene ~ protect from sun exposure

Salmon ~ omega-3 ~ decrease clogged pores, averting fine lines and wrinkles

Snapper ~ anti-inflammatory ~ reduce risk of sunburn and promote even skin tone

Kiwi ~ Vitamin C ~ maintain collagen

Sunflower Seeds ~ Vitamin E ~ decelerates aging of skin

Turkey ~ zinc ~ maintain collagen, preserve skin’s elasticity/firmness

Salmon ~ omega-3 ~ reduce dryness/inflammation

Orange ~ Vitamin C ~ forms basic structure of skin

Tomatoes ~  Vitamin A ~ tighten skin and prevent wrinkles

Red & Green Vegetables ~ Vitamin A ~ bright and smooth skin

Nuts ~ Vitamin E ~ protect skin from sun damage
Tea ~ green or black ~ fights off acne-fighting antioxidants and phytonutrients

Juicing Recipes

Juice #1

1 grapefruit

1 apple

Juice #2

4-5 carrots

1 apple

Handful parsley

Handful spinach

Juice #3

2 slices pineapple w/skin

1 apple

1 cucumber

Juice #4

4 carrots

1 beet
1 apple

¼ ginger root

Juice #5

½ green pepper

1 garlic clove

3 broccoli flowerets

2 celery stalks

4 carrots or 2 tomatoesJuice #6
3 carrots
1 cucumber
4-5 dark lettuce

Juice #7
2-3 apples
1 tsp noni juice
1 lemons

Juice #8
Handful spinach
3-4 carrots

Oils

Oily skin is caused by an overproduction of sebum in the sebaceous glands just beneath the surface of the skin.

 

Oil ~ Benefit

Juniper berry ~ clearer skin

Sweet orange ~ refreshes the skin and eliminates toxins from congested pores

Dry Skin is a common problem and can be caused by a lack of fluid intake

 

Oil ~ Benefit

Benzoin ~ good for cracked and dry skin

Sandlewood ~ good for dry and aging skin

Patchouli ~ promotes regrowth of skin cells

Acne is caused by hormonal imbalance, accumulations of toxins, way of eating and stress

 

Oil ~ Benefit

Basil ~ cleanse sluggish and congested pores

Lemon grass ~ balance oil conditions

Niaouli ~ cleanses skin eruptions

Combo skin the chin, forehead and nose form a “T” zone and the cheeks, neck, eyes can be dry

 

Oil ~ Benefit

Ylang Ylang ~ balance action on sebum for both oily and dry skin

Geranium ~ keeps the skin supple

Lavender ~ promotes growth of new cells

Mature skin or ageing skin as skin ages it becomes less elastic and wrinkles may appear

 

Oil ~ Benefit

Frankincense ~ lifts ageing skin and is cell rejuvenating

Carrot seed ~ remove liver spots, improve complexion, also adds elasticity to the skin

Galbanum ~ softens mature skin

How to use:

1 drop of oil each

A bowl of hot water

A towel or an aromatic facial sauna

The oils will increase the circulation of the blood to the face to nourish the tissues, softens and removes the dead surface cells, will open the follicles allowing a deeper cleansing of dirt, grease and blackheads, the sweat glands will rid themselves of toxins.

Caution: avoid facial saunas and towel steaming if you suffer from asthma.

Herbs

Aloe ~ treats burns and scrapes
Basil ~ skin toner
Burdock root ~ clears blemishes, acne
Chamomile ~ heals burns, scrapes, eczema, rashes
Comfrey ~ heals scrapes, burns, eczema
Evening primrose ~ promotes healthy skin
Geranium ~ balances oily skin
Henna ~ clears blemishes
Lavender ~ heals burns, psoriasis, infections
Neem ~ heals eczema, psoriasis, acne
Rosemary ~ skin blemishes
Rosewater ~ gentle astringent
Sage ~ daily toner
Seaweed ~ heals blemishes
Thyme ~ clears excess oils
Turmeric ~ toner

This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).The content on this blog is for educational purposes only. Please consult with your physician before using natural remedies and making any changes in your diet.

Got Kidney/Liver Health

Got Liver & Kidney Food – Juicing – Herbs

Liver  is a large, reddish-brown, glandular vertebrate organ located in the upper right portion of the abdominal cavity that secretes bile and is active in the formation of certain blood proteins and in the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins.

Food ~ Nutrient ~ Benefit 

Avocados ~ Potassium ~ cleanses harmful toxins

Garlic and onions ~ Vitamin B6 ~ helps the liver rid the body of mercury

Broccoli, Brussels Sprouts, Cauliflower, Cabbage ~ iron ~ detoxify the liver

Beets ~  iron ~ a blood-purifying tonic that detox the liver

Apples ~ Vitamin A ~ detoxification capacities

Artichoke ~ Vitamin C ~ remove toxins through bowel

Dandelion, Chicory, Endive ~ Vitamin A ~ stimulate bile flow within the liver

Olive oil ~ Vitamin E ~ eliminates harmful toxins in the body

Whole grains ~ fiber ~ improve liver function

Lemons and limes ~ Vitamin C ~ stimulate liver in the morning

Walnuts ~ Vitamin E ~ supports normal liver cleansing actions

Cabbage ~ Vitamin A ~ flush out toxins

Pear ~ Vitamin C ~ mild laxative effect on the liver

Turmeric ~ Vitamin C ~ boost liver detox

Juicing Recipes

Juice #1

1 small beet
2-3 apples

Juice #2

3 cups blackberries

2 kiwis

Juice #3

5 carrots

1 apple

Juice #4

2 cups broccoli

1 cup cauliflower

1 cup cabbage

4 carrots

Juice #5
1/4 watermelon

Juice #6
3 carrots
1 apple
2 cups spinach

Juice #7
1 cup blackberry
1 cup strawberry
1 cup blueberry
1 cup raspberry

Juice #8
1 apple
1 pear

Herbs

Bilberry ~ treats mild diarrhea

Chamomile ~ decrease inflammation surrounding the kidney

Cranberry ~ very effective for kidney

Moringa ~ helpful for kidney disease

Oregano ~ helps digest food

Parsley ~ aids to body detox

Raspberry ~ relax pelvic muscle

Rose hips ~ has infection-fighting properties

Tumeric ~ helpful for cystic liver

Veronica ~ beneficial for liver & kidney cysts

This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).The content on this blog is for educational purposes only. Please consult with your physician before using natural remedies and making any changes in your diet.

Got Hair Health

Got Hair Food –  Juicing – Oils – Herbs

Hair is a cylindrical, keratinized, often pigmented filaments characteristically growing from the epidermis.

Food ~ Nutrient ~ Benefit

Eggs ~ biotin ~ hair growth

Beans ~ protein ~ promote hair growth

Fish ~ omega-3, vitamin B12 and iron ~ support scalp health

Nuts ~ selenium ~ encourages hair growth

Carrots ~ carotene ~ promote hair growth

Brown rice ~ vitamin B ~ promote hair growth

Banana ~ potassium ~ protects hair elasticity, prevent split ends and breakage

Chicken ~ vitamin B ~ promotes hair growth

Spinach ~ folate ~ creates red blood cells

Sweet potatoes ~ vitamin A ~ hair growth

Alfalfa ~ vitamin A ~ strong hair growth, healthy scalp

Dark green vegetables ~ vitamin A~ promotes hair growth, conditions the hair

Wheat germ ~ calcium ~ promotes healthy hair & skin

Ginger ~ zingiber ~ promote blood circulation to the brain

Juicing Recipes

Juice #1

¼ inch ginger root

4-5 carrots greens remove

1 apple

Juice #2

4-5 carrots greens remove

2 celery stalks

Handful parsley

Handful spinach

Juice #3

2-3 green apples

1 large kale leaf

Lime twist (optional)

Juice #4

2 dark green lettuce leaves

4-5 carrots remove greens

 Handful alfalfa sprouts

Juice #5

3 carrots

1 beet

2-4 oz. nettle

4 oz. alfalfa sprouts

Handful spinach

Juice #6

3 carrot

1 beet

1 apple

Juice #7

4 carrots

2 burdock roots

2 celery stalks

small handful cilantro

Hair Tonic

1-2 inch piece ginger root (juicer)

1. Pour on scalp
2. Massage
3. Let dry for 10-15 min.
4. Finally shampoo

Oils

(Before using: Exfoliate scalp, warm all oils before using and shampoo if it’s not a leave-in oil)

Avocado Oil

Avocado oil is particularly great for natural hair. It’s loaded with nutrients, amino acids, essential fatty acids, as well as vitamins A, B, D, and E. And it’s excellent for moisturizing, deep conditioning, improving hair strength, strengthening hair, and boosting shine.

Castor Oil

Castor oil thickens hair, promotes hair growth, prevents thinning, moisturizes, helps reduce split ends, helps to tame frizz, and prevents scalp infections.

Coconut Oil

Coconut oil is great for preventing dandruff, promoting hair growth, moisturizing, strengthening hair, thickening hair, hot oil treatment and preventing damage.

Olive Oil (Extra Virgin Olive Oil)

Olive oil, which is also referred to as the “godmother of hair oil,” is great for moisturizing, deep conditioning, improving hair strength, eliminating dandruff, and also has powerful antioxidants that can help fight hair loss.

Rosemary Oil

Rosemary oil is great for stimulating hair follicles for hair growth, preventing hair loss and greying, preventing dandruff, strengthening hair, and boosting shine.

Safflower Oil

Safflower oil protects hair, nourishes hair follicles, moisturizes, and stimulates blood circulation to promote hair growth and thickness. And it is extremely beneficial for natural as well as dry chemically treated hair.

Sweet Almond Oil

Sweet almond oil works great as a “sealant.” This means that it “locks-in” moisture. Sweet almond oil also nourishes hair, smoothes hair cuticles to control shedding, promotes hair growth and thickness, prevents hair loss, good for split ends, and boosts shine.

Emu Oil

Emu Oil is known to help aid in new hair growth within a few weeks of using it.  It causes hair to start to regrow in areas that have been previously thinning or have stopped growing completely.  It does this by penetrating deep into the scalp to help nourish and resupply it with vitamins and minerals.

Jojoba Oil

Jojoba Oil deeply cleanses the scalp and hair leading to hair growth.  It doesn’t leave the hair and scalp dry, hydrates and conditions the scalp, helps eliminate dandruff, itching scalp and hair breakage.  It makes the hair grow very fast and strong from the root.

Grapeseed Oil

Grapeseed oil contains vitamin E, linoleic acid which helps to strengthen the hair follicles and make them strong and healthy.  This oil is easily absorbed into the scalp and hair making it soft, shiny and manageable.  You may also dilute grapeseed oil with other essential oils like lavender oil and apply to scalp to maintain moisture.  Solves the problem of dandruff, seborrhea dermatitis, dry, rough and frizzy hair.

Argan Oil

Argan oil hydrates the hair, locks in moisture, cures brittle hair and increases the life of color treated hair.  It also has antioxidants that strengthen the hair by repairing the damaged cellular membrane of the hair.  Has vitamin E that is very helpful in restoring the natural hair and renewing the damage hair that was caused by destructive agents.  It is rich in omega-3 and 9, improve the strength of hair and repairs split ends.

Macadamia Oil
High in vitamin E and its light and non-greasy makes a great option for the hair.  Its easily absorbed by the hair follicles and scalp and is known to boost the strength of hair strand/s. No more limp or lifeless hair!

Sesame Oil

Sesame Oil nourishes the hair making the roots stronger.  Will enhance blood circulation, promoting hair growth.  It is also used in the hair of children to kill lice infestations.  It makes the roots stronger, protects hair from the harmful UV rays of the sun, gives extra shine to the hair, is beneficial for people having pre-mature gray hair of those having plenty of gray hair.

Herb

Lavender ~ stimulate hair growth
Ginseng ~ stimulate hair growth
Dong quai ~hair growth
Thorn apple ~ help regrow hair
Aloe ~ regrows hair
Brahmi ~ improve blood circulation
Rosemary ~ effective hair enhancer
Nettles ~ promote hair growth
Arnica ~ promote hair growth, treats dandruff
Marigold ~ maintain hair health
Sage ~ treat scalp infection, dandruff and oily hair problems
Horsetail ~ stimulate hair growth
Catmint ~ effective for itchy scalp
Parsley ~ hair tonic for thin hair
Saw palmetto ~ promote hair growth
Birch ~ promote hair growth

This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).The content on this blog is for educational purposes only. Please consult with your physician before using natural remedies and making any changes in your diet.

Got Eye Health

Got Eye Food – Juicing – Herbs

Eye is a pair of hollow structures located in bony sockets of the skull, functioning together or independently, each having a lens capable of focusing incident light on an internal photosensitive retina from which nerve impulses are sent to the brain; the vertebrate organ of vision.

Food ~ Nutrient ~ Benefit

Spinach ~Vitamin C ~ lower risk of macular degeneration

Sardines ~ Omega-3 ~ protect tiny blood vessels within the eye

Bell peppers ~ Vitamin C ~ antioxidant that protects eyes

Broccoli ~ Vitamin C ~ antioxidant that protects eyes

Brussels Sprouts ~ Vitamin C ~ antioxidant that protects eyes

Carrots ~ Beta carotene ~ reduce risk of cataracts

Wild salmon ~ Omega-3 ~ protect tiny blood vessels within the eye

Garlic ~ Vitamin C ~ make lens stronger and resilient

Orange ~ Vitamin C ~ eliminates free radicals that cause damage to the eye

Kiwi ~ Vitamin C ~ eliminates free radicals that cause damage to the eyeto get rid of eye bags:
place frozen chamomile tea bag on eye
close eyes and massage for a few minutes
place a cucumber on eye

Juicing Recipes

Juice #1
4-5 carrots
2 celery stalks
Handful endive leaves
Handful parsley

Juice #2
3 broccoli
1 garlic clove
4-5 carrots or 2 tomatoes
2 celery stalks
½ green pepper

Juice #3

¼ inch slice ginger root
4-5 carrots greens remove
1 apple

Juice #4 
4-5 carrots greens remove
1 kale leaf
2 turnip leaves
Handful parsley

Juice #5

¼ inch slice ginger root
1 apple
Sparkling water (favorite flavor)

Juice #6
handful spinach
1 garlic clove
3-4 carrots

Juice #7
2 apples
¼ cup acai berries
¼ cantaloupe

Juice #8
¼ cup cranberries
1 cup blueberries
½ cup goji berries

Juice #9
1 cucumber
2 celery stalks
3-4 carrots

Soup Recipe

2-3 garlic cloves
1 kale leaf
1 large tomato
2 celery stalks
1 collard green leaf
1 Tbsp. croutons

HERBS

Ju hua ~ excessive tearing, red, dry, painful, blurry vision, controls dizziness, and clear floaters

Qing xiang zi ~ cataracts, swollen, red, painful eyes, improves vision
Mi menghua ~ excessive tearing, swollen, red and painful eyes, sensitivity to light
Huai Hua Mi ~ treat red eyes
Gou Qi Zi ~ blurred vision, diminished visual acuity, dizziness, brightens the eyes
Pycnogenol ~ reduce leakage
Coleus forskohlii, pilocarpus jaborandi, and triphala ~ treatment of glaucoma
Saffron ~ vision improvement, including cataracts
Silymarin ~ ingredients are stored in the liver for eye repair
Bilberry ~ improve night vision
Gingko biloba ~ increase circulation to the back of the eye
Eyebright ~ treat eye irritation
Chamomile ~ compress to help eye inflammatory
Red Raspberry Leaf ~ cleanse eyes
Marigold ~ helps ease conjunctivitis and sties
Honeysuckle ~ clears infection/inflammation, alleviates the swelling of sties
Goldenseal ~ treat inflammation

This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).The content on this blog is for educational purposes only. Please consult with your physician before using natural remedies and making any changes in your diet. 

 

Got Brain Food

Got Brain Food – Juicing – Oils – Herbs

 

Brain is the soft convoluted mass of nervous tissue within the skull of vertebrates that is the controlling and coordinating centre of the nervous system and the seat of thought, memory, and emotion.

The technical name is encephalon (en-sef-uh-lon) 

New information: Active ingredient in deodorant called Aluminum Zirconium smoothes grooves out in brain which causes memory loss, to restore grooves in brain use gingko biloba 

 

Food ~ Nutrient ~ Benefit

Whole grains ~ fiber ~ promotes cardiovascular health

Leafy green vegetables ~ Vitamin E ~ enhance memory

Dark chocolate ~ serotonin ~ a natural mood boosting anti-depressant

Beans ~ protein ~ energy to muscles and brain

Avocados ~ 20 essential nutrients ~ keeps brain intellect

Blueberries ~ iron ~ slows impairments in memory

Black currant ~ Vitamin C ~ increase mental agility
Tomatoes ~ Vitamin A ~ protects against free radical

Wild Salmon ~ omega-3 ~ replenish the essential fatty acids the body requires

Pumpkin seeds ~ zinc ~ enhance memory and thinking skills
Peanuts ~ choline ~ boost blood flow to the brain about

Almond ~ salicylates ~ will eliminate headache

Walnuts ~ omega-3 ~ boost the ability to recall

Hazelnuts ~ vitamin E ~ renew brain cells

Brazil nuts ~ selenium ~ mood-boosting, anti-anxiety properties

Sesame seeds ~ vitamin B ~ reduce the frequency/tendency of tension

Flaxseed ~ ALA and DHA ~ brain development

Sunflower seeds ~ serotonin ~ relieves tension

Cashews ~ calcium ~ prevent migraine

 

Juicing

 

Juice #1

½ cantaloupe w/skin

Juice #2

1 apple

1 cup cashews

Juice #3

2-3 green apples

1 kale leaf

Lime (optional)

 

Juice #4 (smoothie)

2 firm peaches (juicer)

½ lime

1 ripe banana (blender)

1 Tbsp. brewer’s yeast

 

Juice #5

1 kale leaf

2 turnip leaves

4-5 carrots greens remove

Handful parsley

Juice #6

1 tomato

2 asparagus

3 celery stalks

Handful spinach

Handful parsleyJuice #7
1 cucumber
4 celery stalks
1 inch gingerJuice #8 (smoothie)
3 apples
1 banana
1 cup blueberries
1/4 cup goji berries
2 tsp hemp seeds

Juice #9
1 cup blueberries
1 banana
2 tsp flax seeds
1 cup ice cubes
1 cup water

Juice # 10
1 whole pomegranate

Juice #11
2 beets
1 appleJuice #12
4 kale leaves
4 celery stalks
1 cucumber
1/4 inch ginger
handful spinach
handful parsleySoup Recipe

1 collard green leaf

2 garlic cloves

1 kale leaf

1 large tomato

2 celery stalks

1 Tbsp. croutons

Oils

 

The brain forms a continuous circuit not only with receptors in the brain but also with receptors in the immune system, the nervous system and the hormone system.

 

Oil ~ Benefit

Lavender ~ cleanse and soothes the spirit

True Melissa ~ removes emotional blocks

Rose otto ~ lifts the heart and eases the nervous tension and stress

How to use:

3 drops of lavender

1 drop true Melissa

2 drops rose otto

Use for:
Leg/body massage

Bathe

Anxiety can result in many physical forms, muscle fatigue, digestive problems, headaches and migraines, allergies, insomnia and heart disease

Oil ~ Benefit

May chang ~ uplifts the mind

Petitgrain ~ calms anger and panic

Ylang Ylang ~ calms adrenaline flow

How to use:

2 drops may chang

3 drops petitgrain

1 drop ylang ylang

Use for:
Full body massage

Bathe

Stress when we push ourselves too hard we get fatigue

Oil ~ Benefit

Fennel ~ provides strength and courage

Grapefruit ~ reviving qualities

Geranium ~ acts as a tonic to the nervous system

How to use:

1 drop fennel

2 drops grapefruit

3 drops geranium

Use for:
Bathe
Perfume (own)

Headache and migraine may be felt all over the head or may occur only in one part

 

Oil ~ Benefit

Sweet marjoram ~ pain reliever and muscle relaxing effects

Bay ~ has warming effects on the emotions

Peppermint ~ pain reliever

How to use:

2 drops oil each

Use for:
Simple inhale

Full body massage
Bathe

Lack of concentration sometimes it is hard to focus on a particular thing

 

Oil ~ Benefit

Peppermint oil ~ chance mental fatigue

Basil oil ~ sharpens the senses and encourages concentration

Black pepper oil ~ strengthen the mind and gives stamina

How to use:

3 drops peppermint
3 drops basil
3 drops black pepper oil

Use for:
Vaporize

Memory loss possible causes are lapses in concentration due to having too much on the mind, may happen to children and adults

Oil ~ Benefit

Sweet thyme oil ~ activates the brain cells and strengthens the nerves

Lemon oil ~ produce clarity of thought

Rosemary oil ~ energizes the brain cells and clears the head

How to use:

3 drops sweet thyme
3 drops lemon oil
3 drops rosemary oil

Use for:
Vaporize

A blend of high grade marine fish oil and evening primrose oil, is thought to boost brainpower in children

 

 

Herbs

 

Ginkgo biloba ~ improves circulation to brain
Gotu kola ~ boost memory
Turmeric ~ fights inflammation
Sage ~ enhance memory
Rosemary ~ increase blood flow to brain
Garlic ~ promote growth of neuronsSpecial Note: Tumeric may be used to clean plaque off the brain, if not one may be at risk of Alzheimer’s disease, etc. (may use fresh or capsule)  Tumeric’s other health benefit:
Heart disease
Cancer
Liver disease
Rheumatoid arthritis 
Weight loss
Diabetes
Skin injury
Cold & flu
Bowel disease 

This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).The information on this blog is for educational purposes only. Please consult with your physician before using natural remedies and making any changes in your diet.

Got Bone Health

Got Bone Health Food – Juicing – Oils – Herbs

Bones – any of numerous anatomically distinct structure making up the skeleton of a human being.  There are 206 bones in the human body.  You can build strong healthy bones at any age!

4 Main Nutrients for Bone Health are:

Vitamin K2, Vitamin K – belongs to the star-studded fat-soluble compounds called naphthoquinones and includes vitamins K1, K2, and K3.  Vitamin K plays a leading role in bone growth.  Vitamin K activates at least 3 proteins involved in osteoblasts-the cells that generate bone and that’s very important.  Vitamin K2 truly rocks the house in bone metabolism and bone growth!

Vitamin D – Vitamin D is critical for building strong, healthy bones and is required for the body to absorb calcium.  I strongly desire the 70% of women ages 51-70 and 90% of women over seventy to get enough Vitamin D from food and supplements.  Low levels of vitamin D are linked to osteoporosis, reduced calcium absorption and bone loss.  Vitamin D will build strong bones and it rocks!

• Vitamin D2 (ergocalciferol), comes from plant foods
• Vitamin D3 comes from sunlight and from animal sources like fatty fish and grass-fed dairy products.  It’s good to get about 15 minutes of sunshine daily.  It takes about 48 hours for our body to absorb the majority of the vitamin D that was generated from the sun.

Magnesium controls calcium’s fate in the body.  If magnesium levels are insufficient, then calcium could just pass right on through the body and not find its way to the bones.  In worse case scenario if magnesium isn’t along going along for the ride, then calcium might get way off track and go for the soft tissues, including the arteries and kidneys.  Have moderate magnesium levels it rocks!

Vanadium a lack of vanadium may be detrimental to proper skeletal development.  It also appears to jump start the synthesis of collagen, essential for bone strength and flexibility. Vanadium gives proper skeletal development and it rocks!

Food ~ Nutrient ~ Benefit

Almonds ~ omega-9  ~ helps build strong bones
Avocados ~ Vitamin E ~ support bone health

Bean Sprouts ~ iron ~ helps prevent bone loss

Broccoli ~ Vitamin C ~ strengthens bones

Cantaloupe ~ Vitamin A ~ strengthens bones

Citrus fruits ~ Vitamin C ~ strengthens bones

Flaxseed and chia seed products ~ protects and promote bone health

Green Peppers ~ Vitamin C ~ bone strength

Leafy green vegetables ~ phosphorus ~ bone strength

Mushrooms ~ Vitamin D2 ~ prevents bone softening

Natto ~ Vitamin K2 ~ promote bone formation

Parsley and dill ~ calcium ~ strengthens the composition of bone structure

Raw cheese (from grass-fed cows) ~ probiotics ~ best bone building
Raw coconut kefir ~ probiotics ~ improve bone health

Raw coconut cream ~ Vitamin ~ promote bone health

Raw cultured dairy ~ healthy fats, calcium ~ bone health

Seaweeds (hijiki, wakame, kombu) magnesium ~ support bone health

Sesame seeds and sesame butter (tahini) ~ calcium ~ maintain and support bone health
Strawberries ~ Vitamin C ~ bone strength
Sweet Potatoes ~ Vitamin A ~ bone strength
Tomatoes ~ Vitamin A ~ bone strength
Wild salmon ceviche ~ Vitamin D ~ promote healthy bonesAlso includes eggs, fish, legumes, meat, nuts, poultry, seeds

Top 10 green foods that capture the sun & good for bone health

1.     Asparagus

2.     Broccoli

3.     Celery

4.     Cilantro

5.     Green lettuce

6.     Kale

7.     Green cabbage

8.     Spinach

9.     Parsley

10.   Wheatgrass

 

Juicing 

Juice #1
1 green apple
1 inch ginger
4 celery
1 cucumber
small handful parsley
2-3 kale leaves
½ lemon

Juice #2
5-6 carrots
4 kale leaves
handful parsley
1 apple

Juice #3
2 tomatoes
1 celery stalk
1 cucumber
½ red bell pepper

Juice #4
1 apple
2 carrots
½ cup broccoli
½ lemon peeled
small handful parsley
1 tsp agave nectar

Juice #5
3 carrots
handful spinach
4 large romaine lettuce leaves
¼ large turnip
small handful parsley

Juice #6
1 cucumber
1 apples
2 celery stalks

Juice #7
3 carrots
handful spinach leaves
3 large romaine lettuce leaves
2 turnips
handful parsley

Oils

Evening Primrose Oil hormone production and mineral absorption
Flax seed Oil hormone production and mineral absorption

Herbs

Horsetail treats tendonitis, bursitis and osteoporosis
Parsley good source of silica
Burdock good source of silica
Oatstraw build strong bones
Alfalfa build strong bones
Asian ginseng good source of silica
Nettle excellent source of silica
Sesame seeds strengthen bones
Hemp seeds complete protein source
Red clover high in protein
Wild yam natural osteoporosis treatment
Bilberry build collagen, main protein component of bone
Green tea lowers incidence of osteoporosis
Lemon peel reduce bone loss
Hawthorn high in bioflavonoids
Turmeric anti-inflammatory for joint and bone pain
Rose hips high in vitamin C
Barley grass high in enzymes, antioxidant, superoxide dismutase, mineral rich for strong bones

This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).  The content on this blog is for educational purposes only.  Please consult with your physician before using natural remedies and before making any changes in your diet. 

 

Got Heart Health

 Got Heart Food – Juicing – Oils – Herbs

 

Heart is the chambered muscular organ in vertebrates that pumps blood received from the veins into the arteries, thereby maintaining the flow of blood through the entire circulatory system.

For clogged arteries:

Blend

3 garlic cloves

1/2 cup apple cider vinegar (store in closed jar),

use 2 teaspoons in 1 cup of favorite juice

followed with 1 cup of water

(use cleanse at own discretion or 1x per week for 4 weeks, after that every six months or yearly is fine – based on how much fried food one consume)

Food ~ Nutrient ~ Benefit

Oatmeal ~ fiber and potassium ~ lower LDL levels 

Avocado ~ beta-carotene and lycopene ~ lower LDL levels, raise HDL levels

Olive Oil ~ Vitamin E ~ lowers LDL levels ~ reduce risk of heart disease

Nuts ~ protein ~ healthy fats

Berries (all) ~ anti-inflammatory ~ reduce your risk of heart disease and cancer

Spinach ~ potassium ~ prevent heart disease

Flaxseed ~ fiber, omega 3 & 6 ~ keeps heart in excellent condition

Edamame ~ protein ~ lower cholesterol and triglycerides

Juicing Recipes

Juice #1

1 beets

2-3 celery stalks
4-5 carrots

¼ inch ginger

 

Juice #2

¼ cabbage
2 celery stalk
4 carrots 

Oils

Circulatory system is made up of the heart, arteries, capillaries, veins, venules, arterioles and blood

High Blood Pressure or Hypertension is an increase in resistance to the flow of blood in both large and small blood vessels

Oil ~ Benefit

Neroli ~ soothe emotional states

Ylang Ylang ~ regulate adrenaline

Bergamot ~ uplifting character

How to use:

1 drop neroli

3 drops ylang ylang

2 drops bergamot

Full body massage

Use for:

Vaporize

Bathe

Herbs

Ginkgo ~ protects against heart disease, stroke, improves circulation, reduces blood clot formation

Garlic ~ dilates blood vessels, lower blood pressure, hardening of the arteries

Cayenne ~ regulate blood flow, lowers risk of heart attack, stroke

Hawthorn ~ helps the cardiovascular system, lowers blood pressure, eliminate irregular heartbeat conditions

Motherwort ~ reduces hypertension, eliminate irregular heartbeat

Rosemary ~ increase circulation throughout the body, decrease cholesterol levels and blood pressure

Valerian root ~ hypertension, anxiety, stress, tension, insomnia and heart disease

Bilberry ~ strengthens vascular walls, stimulates the formation of new capillaries

This information has not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration (FDA). The content on this blog is for educational purposes only. Please consult with your physician before using natural remedies and making any changes in your diet.