A Healthier Me in 45 Days

Today’s Natural Remedy: Loving Yourself Relax & Breathe with Essential Oils – Aroma Therapies Part of a healthy lifestyle is time management and making time for yourself. I always say, “Do what makes you happy (without adverse affects).“ Make time for the things you like to do, at least 2-3 times a week. Personal or creative time is essential to a healthy lifestyle. Write down what it is you would like to do and go for it! You can do anything you want to do, when you put your mind to it…

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Today’s Natural Remedy: Cayenne Pepper Do you know a teaspoon of Cayenne Pepper with warm water may stop a heart attack? Cayenne Pepper is a good source of calcium, iron, magnesium, manganese, fiber, phosphorus, sulfur, vitamins A, B1, B6, C, G & K. Regarded as one of the great health secrets in the world due to its healing properties. Cayenne pepper is good for the heart cleaning arteries lowering bad LDL cholesterol, regulating high blood pressure by normalizing blood flow to capillaries, veins, arteries. It also helps with weight loss due…

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Today’s Natural Remedy: Shea Butter Shea Butter is made from crushed and boiled nuts, from the Karite Nut tree that grow in the savannah regions of West and Central Africa. It contains a high volume of fatty acids, vitamin A, vitamin E it is edible and can be used for cooking. Shea butter is a known anti-inflammatory agent that soothes skin and scalp when dry or irritated. Shea butter produces amazing healing effects on burns, stretch marks, ulcerated skin, wrinkles, eczema, skin allergies, eczema, dermatitis, abrasions, insect bites, frostbite, and other skin conditions. Shea butter is…

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Today’s Natural Remedy: Peppermint Peppermint is a good source of magnesium and potassium acting as a mild sedative it helps with nervousness. Peppermint tea helps with digestion, nausea, upset stomach, heartburn, headaches, and promotes appetite. Peppermint oil contains high levels of menthol and can be used decongestant, cough suppressant when used as a chest rub. Research has shown peppermint oil kills bacteria that cause urinary tract infections, HIV, and the herpes simplex virus. It has also been effective against fungi, E. coli, H-pylori, Salmonella, Staphylococcus, lung cancer, liver/breast tumors, insect bites, rashes, headaches, irritable bowels,…

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Today’s Natural Remedy: Check Expiration Dates & Read Labels on Everything Many things go bad and we do not even realize it until we are sick. Check expiration dates on all foods even canned goods before purchasing. You may be surprised. Common Products with risks…. High fructose Corn Syrup is a sweetener used in many foods, beverages, baked goods, and condiments. It is made from corn however, has no real nutritional value, and is more than twice as sweet as regular sugar, causing evaluated blood sugar levels when consumed….

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Today’s Natural Remedy: Avoid Caffeine Products Caffeine is a drug stimulant that affects the central nervous system by temporarily increasing alertness and energy. It is also best to avoid most types of coffee, including decaffeinated, and also products containing isolated caffeine, due to the fact that they are acidic and cause the body to release cortisol. Caffeine is most often found in sodas, energy drinks, energy enhancers (i.e., No Doz, Caffedrine, and Vivarin) and some migraine/headache pain relievers, and medicines like antihistamines. Caffeine may cause sleeplessness, nervousness, nausea, upset stomach, headache, irritability, anxiety, confusion, ringing in…

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Today’s Natural Remedy: Antifungal Herbs & Oils for Yeast Control Yeast also known as ‘candidiasis’ and ‘candida vaginitis’ is a common parasitic yeast, a microscopic fungal organism that generally targets females and inhibits the mucous membranes of genital tract, intestines, mouth (called ‘thrush’), throat and esophagus. Yeast or Candida overgrowth may be the underline cause for many chronic illness i.e., yeast infections, fatigue, irritable bowel syndrome, migraines, PMS, cancer, vaginitis, asthma, fibromyalgia, food allergies, weight gain, depression and more. You can control candidiasis with a healthy lifestyle by eating cultured and fermented foods that…

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Today’s Natural Remedy: Magnesium Magnesium is one of seven minerals that you need in relatively large amounts for optimal health. Most of your body’s magnesium is located in your bones and teeth. It helps to form tooth enamel, which helps prevent cavities providing structure to your bones. Magnesium helps to regulate you nerve signaling, the rhythm of your heart, muscle contraction and relaxation. It breaks down carbohydrates, protein, and fats into energy. Magnesium also helps to lowers your risk of stroke, heart disease, cancer, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s disease, and many other diseases. Signs of magnesium deficiency…

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Today’s Natural Remedy: Olive Oil – “Liquid Gold” Olive Oil has vitamins A, D, K and E. It has an anti-oxidant effect that stimulates bone growth, and assist with calcium absorption in the body. Olive oil is made from the pressing of the olive fruit and pits. It is considered by some the “perfect food,” due to it contains only monounsaturated fatty acids making digestion and absorption into your body’s cells easy, providing optimum health giving you long life. Olive Oil stimulates circulation throughout the whole body stimulating growth, beautifying skin and hair. It has…

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Today’s Natural Remedy: Ginger Root Eating Ginger everyday can keep the Heart Doctor Away! Ginger root has lots of potassium, magnesium, copper, manganese, and vitamin B6 in to promote good gastrointestinal health along with easing the pain from digestive disorders, morning sickness, gas, and bloating. It is also known for its anti-inflammatory qualities helping with arthritis, soothing ulcers, sore throats, cold, and flu systems; helping to detoxify the body stimulating and boosting the immune system. Ginger improves and stimulates circulation in the blood vessels assisting with the flow of blood throughout the…

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Today’s Natural Remedy: Blueberries Blueberries are a powerful anti-oxidant rich in Manganese, fiber, energy, carbohydrates, potassium, calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, folate, vitamins A, C and E. Blueberries promote brain cell growth, and enhances vision. It also…. Boosts memory, helps with constipationHeart conditions, prevents cancerStabilizes blood sugar, and assist with urinary infection Other Natural Remedies to boost Brain Function and Memory…..Gotu kola, ginseng, ginkgo biloba, apricots, chamomile, valerian roots, eggplant, sage, potatoes and more. An estimated 4 million U.S. citizens suffer from Alzheimer’s disease and it is…

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Today’s Natural Remedy: Walnuts/ Black Walnuts Walnuts are rich in potassium, zinc, fiber, carbohydrates, iron, magnesium, calcium, phosphorus, folate, vitamins A, C, and E. They keep the bones strong, prevent gallstones, and assist with… •Diabetes, coronary disease •Sexual performance, sperm •Depression, and irritability Black walnuts are antifungal, helping with Candida-yeast issues. Yeast or Candida overgrowth may be the underline cause for many chronic illness i.e., yeast infections, fatigue, irritable bowel syndrome, migraines, PMS, cancer, vaginitis, asthma, fibromyalgia, food allergies, weight…

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Today’s Natural Remedy: Apple Cider Vinegar   Apple cider vinegar is an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and enzymes. It gives the body energy and is a rich source of alkaline – potassium, calcium, magnesium, chlorine, sodium, sulfur, iron, and many trace minerals. Apple Cider Vinegar protects the body from becoming too acidic and it’s buffering action aids with preventing and recovering from illnesses like the flu, gout, ulcers, asthma, food poisoning, indigestion, arthritis, vertigo, and more. It also helps with weight loss and menstruation by cutting it in half (it may…

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Today’s Natural Remedy: Turmeric Turmeric  is a good source of potassium, folate, iron, magnesium, protein, phosphorus, copper, fiber, manganese, vitamins A, C, E & K. For 4,000 years Turmeric has been used to treat wounds, skin diseases, digestive, liver issues and more…. •Alzheimer’s disease, antibacterial, anti-inflammatory •Antiseptic , arthritis, breast cancer, childhood leukemia •Colorectal cancer, cystic fibrosis, depression •Fat metabolism, inflammatory skin conditions •Liver detoxification, lung cancer, multiple myeloma •Multiple sclerosis (MS), pain, psoriasis, pancreatic cancer …

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Today’s Natural Remedy: Omega 3, 6, & 9 Essential Fatty Acids – Omega  3, 6 & 9 acts as an anti-inflammatory agent that strengthens the immune function , helping with health conditions like arthritis, cardiovascular issues, high blood pressure, rheumatoid arthritis, OCD, ADD, ADHD (Attention Deficit Hyperactive Disorder) and other mental health disorders. Several studies have reported possible prevention of depression, anxiety, and cancer (breast, colon, and prostate cancer). Omega 3, 6 & 9 are essential fatty acids that are essential to your quality of life. Other Natural Remedies for Depression….St. John’s…

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Today’s Natural Remedy: Eating a Rainbow of fruits & veggies Eat a rainbow of fruits and vegetables daily to combat illness and chronic diseases. Red fruits and veggies like tomatoes, watermelon, guava, and pink grapefruit contains the anti-oxidant Lycopene that helps prevent cancers and other illness. Orange fruits and veggies like carrots, mangoes, cantaloupe, and sweet potatoes contain Beta-carotene, which keeps the eyes strong and helps prevent cancer and other illness. Yellow fruits and veggies like pineapple, oranges, and peaches contain lots of Vitamin…

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Today’s Natural Remedy: Coconut Oil Did you know a tsp of coconut oil will help balance blood sugar levels? God is so Awesome! He truly gave us everything we need to live here on this beautiful place we call earth. His creation of the coconut tree is a perfect example of that. Say you were stranded on an island, (a nice place to be stranded) you could live off the coconut trees and its life-bearing fruit. The health benefits of coconut oil include diabetes, high blood pressure, heart diseases, weight loss, digestion,…

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Today’s Natural Remedy: Sea Salt Did you know Salt is necessary for human survival? It cleanses our organs of harmful disease causing toxins. Refined or table salt robs the body of vital minerals. Sodium chloride, also known as table salt, it is a chemical compound with the formula NaCl. Too much salt and salt preservatives (canned, frozen foods & products) daily can increase the risk of illness and dis-ease. Hypertension is caused by too much table salt. Grey, Pink or Himalayan sea salt are great natural alternatives with great trace mineral content. Grey Sea Salt…

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Today’s Natural Remedy: Meditate for Peace of Mind Perception is everything! Choose to be happy…. It is your choice. Today see the good in everything…even what you consider bad. There is always a balance you just have to find it. Maintaining control over the mind is key. If you think things are bad than things are going to feel or look bad. We have to keep ourselves emotionally fit, talking and/or writing out our issues in hopes of resolving them so we are then able to move forward; leaving the past right…

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