The aging population in the United States is growing rapidly. The projected number of people over the age of 65 will be roughly 80.4 million by the year 2050. This rapid increase of the aging population also raises the amount of people with cognitive impairment. As of 2015, roughly 6.7% of elderly people reported symptoms of declining cognition, including early signs of Alzheimer’s disease and dementia. 

This is not meant to depress you; rather, we present you with this information so that you can be aware. Additionally, you can start consuming certain foods and supplements that help to improve memory, productivity, and focus as you age. Nootropics are natural and synthetic compounds that encourage healthier brain function. Many beverages contain powerful nootropics, antioxidants, and probiotics that optimize the brain.

If you feel like you need to boost your brain power, start consuming the following beverages.

Beet Juice

Beets are nutritional superstars. They help to cleanse the liver, but they also increase levels of nitric oxide, which is a blood gas that increases blood flow. What does that do for your brain, you ask? Nitric oxide signaling may affect the areas of your brain that are responsible for decision making, learning, and language. One study scanned the brains of test subjects before and after drinking beet juice. The scans found that there was more white matter, i.e. increased blood circulation, in the frontal lobe after drinking beet juice.

Green Tea

Green tea contains two powerful nootropic compounds: epigallocatechin (EGCG) and L-theanine. When you drink green tea, the EGCG enters the brain via the blood-brain barrier. This may help benefit the brain by combatting neurodegenerative diseases, but more research is needed on that matter. Typically, L-theanine works to promote relaxation, but the combination of L-theanine with the caffeine in green tea help to improve memory, focus, and attention. 

Kombucha

According to research, having more healthy bacteria in the gut improves brain function. The gut-brain axis is a two-way line of communication that exists between the gut and brain. Biochemical signaling occurs between the nervous system in the digestive tract (the enteric nervous system) and the central nervous system, which includes the brain. The gut is often called “the second brain,” because it produces many of the same neurotransmitters as the brain does. To keep your gut healthy, you need to replenish it with probiotics, and kombucha has a lot of them. Made from green or black tea and fruit botanicals, kombucha is a great beverage to promote gut and brain health.

Blueberry Juice

Nutritionists often refer to blueberries as “brain berries” because contain a lot of antioxidants that neutralize free radicals. When the body is overloaded with free radicals, it is more prone to cell damage. Researchers believe that the anthocyanins in blueberries, which give them their signature color, are largely responsible for their brain-boosting benefits. Similar to the antioxidants in green tea, the flavonoids in blueberries cross the blood-brain barrier, which enhances brain cell communication. In fact, some research found that those flavonoids may even promote the growth of healthy, new brain cells. 

Carrot Juice

People praise carrots for their vitamin A content, which is a brain-boosting nutrient. According to several studies, increased oxidative stress in the body accelerates the rate of cognitive decline. Vitamin A, which the body converts into beta-carotene, helps to reduce oxidative stress and improve brain function. The brain benefits of carrots don’t stop there, though. People often overlook the potassium content in carrots, and potassium works to send more oxygen to the brain, helping it function better. When you don’t have sufficient oxygen supply to the brain, you’ll notice the side effects, which can worsen if the brain doesn’t receive sufficient oxygen. 

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Rich in complex carbohydrates and carotenes, sweet potatoes are chock full of essential nutrients that benefit the human body. For instance, sweet potatoes are one of the best plant-based sources of vitamin D. This juice is perfectly balanced with a sweetness that isn’t overpowering.

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High blood pressure or hypertension has become one of the leading causes of death worldwide. According to the World Health Organization (WHO), high blood pressure is responsible for 12.8% of total deaths around the world each year. Defined by increased pressure in the arteries, high blood pressure makes the heart pump harder, increasing the risk for heart attack, stroke, arterial aneurysm, or heart failure.

When people get serious about lowering blood pressure, there are many foods that you need to ditch. These high-sodium foods include canned soups, deli meats, frozen meals, refined sugars, trans fats, sodas, and more. Many people have turned to plant-based foods like fruits, vegetables, nuts, seeds, legumes, and whole grains to help decrease LDL cholesterol levels and blood pressure. Vegetables that contain potassium and fiber have been especially helpful in managing blood pressure levels. In addition to making the plant-based switch, someone with high blood pressure is encouraged to consume a combination of the following juices on a daily basis.

Celery Juice

Celery juice has become one of the most popular juices in the health world as of late, and for good reason. Containing 3-n-butyphtalide compounds, which contribute to the taste and aroma of celery, celery helps to relax the muscles in the walls of blood vessels. When blood vessels dilate and allow blood to flow more smoothly, it is possible for blood pressure levels to decline.

Spinach Juice

Spinach is an excellent source of potassium, which has been proven to relax tension in blood vessels and arteries. In doing so, blood can flow more fluidly, bringing blood pressure levels down in the process. Spinach also contains lutein, which helps to prevent the thickening of arterial walls, ultimately reducing the risk of increased blood pressure levels and heart attack.

Pomegranate Juice

Pomegranate juice should be made fresh at home, or fresh at a juice bar. Most bottled pomegranate juices often contain processed ingredients and sugar, both of which are detrimental to high blood pressure patients. Fresh pomegranate juice is loaded with potassium and other heart-healthy nutrients, and it contains three times more antioxidants than green tea. A 2017 study found that regular consumption of pomegranate juice significantly reduced blood pressure levels.

Carrot Juice

People tend to think that carrots are solely beneficial for eye health, when they are beneficial for many conditions, including high blood pressure. The potassium content makes them attractive to those looking to decrease blood pressure levels. According to the book Healing Food, carrots may help reduce the risk of atherosclerosis and stroke.

In addition to consuming the above juices, people with high blood pressure should also drink hibiscus tea. The antioxidants and anthocyanins may inhibit blood vessels from narrowing, the act of which causes blood pressure to increase. Should you decide to sweeten hibiscus tea, choose stevia, raw agave syrup, or grade A maple syrup. Drink about three cups a day to reap the full benefits.

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This is the juice to drink to help detox your body for healthy, glowing skin. Between the carrots and the sweet potato, this drink is loaded with beta-carotene and vitamin A, which is an antioxidant that helps repair skin tissue. And apples have special flavonoids that help to detox the liver! Combine these tasty fall flavors together and you have one tasty drink.

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Carrots have a calming effect on the stomach, making them beneficial for anyone who is experiencing diarrhea. Ginger has antiseptic properties and may help remove offending bacteria that are causing the diarrhea. Drink this once a day until the diarrhea subsides.

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Carrots are one of our favorite root vegetables. They have a plethora of nutrients, specifically beta-carotene, and the best way to get these nutrients is by consuming them raw. However, you can still reap some health benefits when you cook them; just don’t burn them to a crisp.

Did you know that carrots were not always orange? Carrots used to have purple or yellow roots, and those have been grown since the 10^th century. Western carrots, which are typically orange or slightly red, are more recent and have only been grown since the 16^th/17^th century.

If you have ever tried to grow your own carrots from carrot tops, you know that the center of the root has a woody texture and flavor. Those carrots are not very tasty and it can be hard to rid them of that specific flavor. You’ll notice this flavor more in purple or yellow carrots because they haven’t been mass-produced and cultivated as much.

We love carrots and want to share some of our favorite carrot recipes with you. Some of these recipes are raw, while others require a little more prep and cooking.

#1: Sweet Potato Carrot Juice For Healthy Skin

This is the juice to drink to help detox your body for healthy, glowing skin. Between the carrots and the sweet potato, this drink is loaded with beta-carotene and vitamin A, which is an antioxidant that helps repair skin tissue.

Click here to make the recipe.

#2: Rustic Shaved Beetroot, Carrot, & Radish Salad

We usually just chop up some vegetables and toss them in a big bowl when we make salads. This is a rustic and delicate take on a salad that has tons of nutrients from the root vegetables. There are so many flavors in this salad! We can’t get over it! Try it for yourself and see.

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#3: Raw Carrot Pasta

Carrot noodles are great raw dinner option if you are cleansing. The lime and ginger sauce adds a refreshing zing to your palate, and it really brings the dish home

Click here to make the recipe.

#4: Shredded BBQ Carrot Sandwiches

There’s something about a homemade BBQ sauce that just elevates a meal. This healthy take on a BBQ classic is truly a unique recipe that will definitely become a featured meal at the dinner table.

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#5: Carrot Cake Energy Bites

While these are not Full Body Cleanse approved, you don’t have to bake them. They are ready in no time and provide a ton of nutrients.

Click here to make the recipe.

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Carrots are one of the most popular root vegetables around the world. They come in baby form, medium, size, and oddly crooked form, which are typically found at farmers markets. Whichever way you eat them, carrots provide a world of health benefits. One of the best ways to consume them, however, is to juice them. Drinking a glass of carrot juice once a day can completely change your health.

The list of nutrients in carrots is quite extensive. They contain everything from potassium, fiber, biotin, manganese, pantothenic acid, folate, copper, and vitamins B1, B2, B6, C, E, and K, in addition to a few others. You don’t have to solely drink a glass of carrot juice to reap these benefits. You can also add carrots to smoothies or add other ingredients like ginger, oranges, beets, and pineapples to the juice.

Note: Make sure you drink freshly made carrot juice to absorb the following benefits. Buying pre-bottled carrot juice is a waste because it often contains added sugars and preservatives.

Reduces Cholesterol

If you have high cholesterol or have difficulty regulating your levels, try drinking some carrot juice on the daily. Because carrots contain potassium, which helps reduce sodium levels in the body, drinking carrot juice can help naturally your lower cholesterol and blood pressure.

Makes Your Bones Strong

When people think of vegetables that make your bones strong, they typically think of leafy greens. They aren’t wrong because they all contain vitamin K, but so do carrots. Vitamin K helps to bind calcium, which is crucial for strengthening your bones, so drink your carrot juice!

Helps Relieve Bloating

Whether you ate too much or just feel a little gassy, drinking carrot juice can help remedy the situation. Carrot juice helps to naturally get rid of gas, which gets stored inside your stomach and intestines.

Promotes Healthy Urination

When you are urinating healthily, you can help get rid of almost 4% of your body fat. Carrot juice has been known to be a healthy diuretic, helping to remove excess uric acid and bile, while also helping to keep the kidneys clean and healthy.

Beneficial For Lactation

Lactating mothers can benefit from drinking carrot juice because it helps with milk production. Women can start drinking carrot juice during pregnancy to improve the quality and richen the vitamin A content of breast milk. Vitamin A helps with cell growth, making it great for developing fetuses.

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Spring is here, which means that it is time to clean out body. Put your house/apartment/bungalow on hold for a second and take time to care for your shrine and temple that is your body. The body is constantly working, so cleaning it out is a way to give back and make things easier on your body. This is why Dherbs recommends colonics.

Performed by a professional and skilled colonic irrigation specialist in a safe, hygienic, and pleasant facility and utilizing modern and state-of-the-art colonic hydrotherapy equipment, colonics are very safe. Colonics help to cleanse the large intestine (colon) and the sigmoid (lower bowel).

What Are Some of the Health Benefits To Be Expected From Colonics?

Some of the health benefits from colonics include:

• Weight release
• Clearer skin and complexion
• Frequent bowel movements
• Improved lymphatic circulation
• Purified blood
• Elimination of mucus
• Mental clarity
• More energy or vitality
• Elimination of worms and parasites
• Enhanced activity of major eliminative channels and organs

How Often Should I Have Colonics Performed?

Ideally, if it is your first time getting a colonic, you should have a series of 12 colonics performed – a session every other day (or 3 times per week) for four weeks straight, totaling about a month in duration.

However, because colonic sessions can be expensive for many people, ranging in price from $55-$100 depending on what facility and colonic hydro-therapist you visit, many people may not be able to afford the necessary 12 colonics to properly introduce themselves to the world of proper colon hygiene.

When budget is an issue, simply get at least 3 sessions performed and do your best to get another 3 sessions done as soon as possible until you have 12 sessions under your belt. It is worth saying that if you are participating in one of the Dherbs cleanses, you may want to avoid frequent colonics, as you will already be cleansing the colon.

After your initial 12 rounds or sessions of colonics, you may simply opt to have colonics (one session) performed once a month, a series of 3 colonics performed every three months, or whatever schedule best suits your health needs and personal schedule.

Preparing For Your Colonic Session

Schedule your colonic at least a week in advance. This gives you seven days to prepare for the colonic or series of colonics.

The day before your colonic appointment, make sure you do not eat anything after you eat dinner. It may help you out if you schedule your session(s) in the morning so that way you’ll only be skipping breakfast and won’t have to worry about hunger.

What Goes On During A Colonic?

A colonic session usually lasts about 45-60 minutes. The process is typically painless, with the exception of the insertion of the speculum into the rectum, which could cause a little discomfort physically and psychologically (a lot of people are adverse to having something inserted into their anus).

Though some people may feel shy that their anus is being exposed to a stranger, however, this person (stranger) should be seen and viewed as someone who is helping you – helping you to reclaim and restore your health, especially the health of your colon.

Before you start the colonic, you’ll be asked to lean or turn on one side so the hydro-therapist can insert the speculum into your rectum via your anus. It helps to take a deep breath before the speculum is being inserted.

Your head should rest comfortably on a headrest (of the colonic table) or perhaps a pillow. It all depends on the facility and hydro-therapist you go to. The hydro-therapist will turn on the water lever, allowing cool to moderately warm water to enter into your colon via the rectum. You will or should feel the water entering your body.

After a certain amount of water is entered into your body the hydro-therapist may begin to massage your stomach or press into your stomach (so as to break up gas pockets and to loosen hardened stools or feces that are like bricks along the walls of your colon).

After doing the above for a few seconds or minutes, he/she will turn the lever allowing a release (of water, feces, and other debris). It is also normal upon the first few releases to see that your water coming out of you is clear. If this is the case, chances are you’re pretty blocked and it may take some time for a release full of waste to exit your body. Many times, people don’t have a good release due to psychological factors (i.e. embarrassment, shyness, feeling awkward, etc.).

After the speculum is removed from your rectum, you’ll be told (or should be told) to go to the restroom and sit on the toilet for a few minutes so as to release any water still in your colon and/or rectum. To help expel water, press on your stomach (about 2 inches under your navel) with your fingers for a few seconds. Press in different spots around the front of your stomach.

A little water may seep out from your rectum after the session and while you have your clothes back on. It may also feel as if you defecated on yourself but it’s not the case. It just may feel like it. However, it’s just water from the session making its way out of the body.

What Can I Expect To See During My Colonic?

You could possibly see old fecal matter (which you can tell by its dark color). Dark colored fecal matter denotes old fecal matter stored in the body possibly for years or decades. Lighter colored fecal matter denotes most recent fecal matter from recent foods consumed. Whatever you may see, just be thankful it is leaving your body.

Post Colonic and Repopulation of Beneficial Intestinal Flora?

Many people are concerned about what happens to the beneficial intestinal flora after colonics are performed. If you’re really worried about the beneficial intestinal flora after your colonic, you could always take a few capsules of acidophilus (acidophilus bifidus) or a liquid form of acidophilus (dairy-free, of course).

Drink a minimum of 4 ounces of vegetable or carrot juice after a colonic session. If you’re into carrot juice, carrot juice is just as effective as acidophilus in restoring good bacteria in the intestines. Juiced cantaloupe is even better than carrot juice in restoring the beneficial flora.

The best thing to consume after your colonic session would be vegetable juice (if possible), followed by a big green leafy salad. Next would be steamed vegetables and maybe some brown rice. Simply remember to eat light, not heavy, after your colonic.

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