Health Tips
You can find Bragg's raw, unfiltered Apple Cider Vinegar at Nuts & Grains
The Wonders of Raw, Unfiltered Apple Cider Vinegar
Did you know that apple cider vinegar has hundreds of uses for health & wellness, as well as cleaning and cleansing? It is a natural antibiotic, antiseptic cleanser that can help rid the body of harmful toxins, as well as improve digestion & assimilation, normalize body weight, relieve arthritis & stiffness, and even improve skin and hair conditions!
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The Coconut Oil Miracle
Did you know that Coconut Oil (especially extra virgin, organic, cold-processed, unrefined) can help:
Fiber: Are you getting enough fiber in your diet? Found mainly in fresh fruits, vegetables, whole grains & legumes, dietary fiber prevents and relieves constipation, aids in weight loss, helps prevent diabetes & heart disease and also lowers blood sugar and cholesterol levels. Some sources of supplemental fiber include flaxseed meal, psyllium husk, oat bran, lentils & brown rice. Add more fiber into your diet gradually over a couple weeks for best results. Be sure to drink plenty of water when increasing your fiber intake. Find a variety of fiber foods & supplements at Nuts & Grains.
Laughter: Laughter is key to good health, because laughter feels good! Reap endless benefits like reduced stress, anxiety & physical pain, lower blood pressure, improved circulation, a healthier heart and a better mood. The body doesn’t know the difference between a real laugh and a fake one, so laugh on purpose! It is also said that a deep belly laugh is the perfect breath, so keep laughing and breathe easier!
Raw Greens: Eat your vegetables! Okay, we all know how good leafy greens are for us, but we don’t always consume the amount needed for optimal health. You’d have to eat a couple bags of spinach a day to meet the RDA for iron. One important benefit of greens is maintaining alkalinity in the body needed for warding off bacteria, viruses, and infection as well as overall health! You can also get raw greens in powdered supplement form to help meet your daily nutritional needs. Find this and more at Nuts & Grains behind Oka Payless in Tamuning. (671)646-9358
Smoothies: Smoothies are a great way to meet your nutritional needs because you can add so many different things like protein powder, fiber, raw greens, essential fatty acid oils, and more. They’re great when you’re in a rush but need something healthy. You can find a variety of smoothies made with real fruit and high-quality frozen yogurt at Nuts & Gains
Safer Cosmetics & Cleaners: Most commercial cosmetics and especially household cleaners are loaded with toxic chemicals known to be carcinogenic, harmful to our environment, cause allergies & asthma, and other diseases. Look for cosmetics that are nontoxic and eco-friendly, free of parabens, fragrance, & other harsh chemicals. Use safe & simple household cleaners such as baking soda & vinegar, or some commercial brands make low-toxic cleaners. You can find these and more at Nuts & Grains.
Sugar alternatives: Lowering your sugar consumption can greatly reduce most ailments and improve your overall health. Sugar is found in most processed foods (including white bread & other simple carbohydrate foods), and “junk foods” like candy & soda. Sugar contributes to an endless list of problems such as diabetes, cardiovascular disease, cancer, asthma & allergies, impaired immune function, hypoglycemia, and obesity. Cut down on sugar by using less sweeteners in foods & drinks, drinking more water and less soda or juice, and eating more protein, fiber, complex carbohydrates & healthy fats. Stay away from artificial sweeteners like aspartame (like Equal, Sweet n Low), mannitol, sorbitol, xylitol, & saccharin. Safe sugar alternatives include Stevia, Agave Nectar, raw honey, pure maple syrup, Sucanat, molasses, fructose, & date sugar.
Essential Fatty Acids: Why are essential fatty acids (or EFAs) so important? Because they control and direct regulation of the immune system, blood pressure, nervous system, inflammation, blood clotting and hormonal regulation. They are commonly supplemented to treat allergies, ADHD, asthma, arthritis, autoimmune disorders, heart disease, hypertension, Crohn’s disease, and skin conditions such as eczema and dermatitis. EFAs are key to proper brain function and neonatal development. You can find them in flaxseed oil, hempseed oil, walnuts, sunflower seeds, pumpkin seeds, chia seeds, fish or fish oil and shellfish.
Nuts & Seeds: When you are in need of a snack, improve your heart & overall health by reaching for nuts & seeds such as almonds, hazelnuts, peanuts, pecans, pine nuts, pistachios, walnuts, flax seeds, sunflower seeds & pumpkin seeds. They are excellent sources of protein and are rich in fiber, phytonutrients, antioxidants such as Vitamin E and Selenium, plant sterols, and essential omega fatty acids, which are all known to improve heart health and lower LDL cholesterol. Nuts & seeds are best consumed in small amounts regularly. Find a variety of nuts & seeds as well as trail mixes at Nuts & Grains.
Neti Pots & Nasaline Rinse Solution: Are you plagued with sinus problems or allergies? Try using a Neti Pot and a nasal rinse saline solution to clear sinus passageways of dirt & infectious microorganisms. The benefits of this “water cleansing” arebeing able to breathe easier, a decreased frequency & duration of cold , reduced symptoms of asthma or bronchitis, reduced allergy issues, increased eyesight, and improved sense of taste & smell. To learn more about the Neti Pot and nasal rinsing, stop by Nuts & Grains in Tamuning behind Oka Payless 646-9358 http://nutsandgrains.com
Cleansing & Detoxing: Feeling bogged down or like your body is just not performing at its optimal level? You might benefit from a good detox to clear out build-ups of toxins, heavy metals, parasites, and unwanted debris in the body, especially in the blood, kidneys, liver, intestines & colon. There are many different kinds of detox systems out there, and it pays to do some research before starting one. Be sure to talk to your doctor first if you have any medical conitions or are on any medication. The benefits of cleansing the body are endless, but include increased energy & stamina, improved immune function, skin condition, circulation and relief from many symptoms of disease. To learn more about detoxing, visit Nuts & Grains in Tamuning behind Oka Payless. They carry a variety of cleansers & detox supplements and are happy to help you in your research.
Physical Movement: The body is designed to have balanced periods of rest and activity. Flexibility, cardiovascular health, muscular strength & endurance, body composition (the way you look) and the state of your body’s natural cleansing systems (like the lymph) all rely on regular physical activity to be at the body’s optimal performance level. Walking, stretching, swimming, dancing and endless other activities can serve as vehicles to fitness health. It is important to have a variety of movements in your fitness routine to really reach all the areas of the body. Have fin with it, and get friends and family to join you!
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