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How To Be Nourished During The Spring
Spring is setting in. It is a time of new growth and regeneration. Spring pulls us out of hibernation and encourages outdoor activities in the sun. We start to experience longer days. The seeds planted last autumn have now germinated over the winter and are budding and getting ready to bloom. They break through the frozen soil as signs of renewal and hope. They are seeds of change we have planted within ourselves that now are pushing with the new energy. It is this new energy that brings us inspiration and new vision helping us bring our goals and […]
8 Ways to Use Apple Cider Vinegar for Skin
Apple cider vinegar (ACV) has much potent skincare uses. It can be a potent weapon in the fight against acne, and it can help soothe sunburned skin. Ahead, learn some of the best ways to use apple cider vinegar in your skincare regimen. Get Rid of Razor Bumps Apple cider vinegar has anti-inflammatory properties. This makes it an effective remedy against razor bumps. When dealing with aggravated razor bumps, put a few drops of apple cider vinegar on a cotton swap. Then apply the vinegar to the affected area. The anti-inflammatory effects will minimize signs of razor […]
How to prepare great smoothie or blended drink.
Everybody knows by now that when preparing healthy cuisine, smoothies are one of the main go-to foods. They are jam-packed with nutrition, easy to consume and digest as well as easy to transport. They are perfect for a quick meal or a meal on the go. I want to show you how you can make great smoothies and the components of a great smoothie. I know, most probably you would say that it is so easy that you don’t need any tips. However, a little common sense goes a long way when preparing them. Some of them can come up […]
Nourishing Vegetable Mineral Broth
Oh, how I love soups and broths! They just run in my genes.I’m addicted to Polish because anytime I was sick ,I was always given vegetable broth, bone broth or chicken soup to help me feel better. It worked like magic- Polish Penicillin—a.k.a. Chicken soup! Ever since I was young, I was always in the kitchen tasting dishes and cooking with my family. Cooking nourishing meals just runs through my veins. It is for this reason that I recreated my grandma’s old recipe for you. This article talks about a nutrient-dense and delicious veggie broth with fantastic health […]
How to Nourish Your Body During Winter Time
“When we adjust our diet and lifestyle to match the season, health-promoting digestive microbes dramatically change. Winter microbes support balanced immunity, digestion, mood, energy, blood sugar, weight, sleep – and much more. Winter is also associated with the qualities of ‘Vata,’ which are cold, air, dry and light. To stay balanced, focus on food and activities that are warm, moist, heavy and oily.” – John Douillard Winter is the dark and cold season of the year. It is a time to go inward, time of reflection, slowing down, nourishing the soul and supporting immunity. Winter according to Auverada is […]
What Can I Do About Prolapsed Uterus?
Do you know where the uterus is located? How the position of the uterus, can have an impact on women’s health and fertility? The way in which the uterus is located is essential for women health. This is how the healers, neuropathy and functional medicine doctors see it. Our western medicine and culture do not pay much attention to women’s uterus and how it can influence a woman’s life. Meanwhile, if its position is wrong, it can be the cause of painful menses, problems with urination and fertility. Healers and shamans in South America believe that nearly all […]
Should I Detox or Not?
Toxins are harmful compounds, which exist in our environment. They can accumulate in our body and they can cause disease and different health issues. Toxins surround us in every moment of our life. You can find them in food, air, water, cosmetics, medicines and more. A woman exposes herself every day to over two hundred chemicals by 9 am using non-organic makeup! On top of it, CDC (Center for Disease Control) reports that humans are exposed to over 250 chemicals daily. They are everywhere: BPA- bisophenol A found in plastic (bottles, packaging), arsenic- found in homes, tricolsan- antibacterial agent […]
Liver Loving Superfoods
The liver and gallbladder work in perfect harmony to support a robust immune system, healthy digestion, and balanced mood. The liver is our master detoxifier. It filters and neutralizes harmful substances in your body. It has 500 metabolic jobs, which it cannot perform when overburdened with toxins. Bile is produced in the liver and then stored in the gallbladder. When our liver is overburdened and toxic leads to an impaired release of bile from the gallbladder, which affects the breakdown of fats and overall digestion. For these reasons, consuming liver-loving foods should be a priority. However, it can be difficult […]
How to Give my Kitchen Healthy Facelift!
Do you feel overwhelmed when you hear about clean eating? Are you wondering- what would I have to do and how much time would that take? I will help you and give you some tips on how to give your kitchen a “Facelift”. Enjoy! Here are the tips! Clean out the junk: Throw out the chips, crackers, granola bars, cookies, and other processed junk and plan to make Kale chips or roasted veggies instead. Read food labels, and get rid of every food, which doesn’t have healthy ingredients; preservatives, coloring, high in sodium and etc. […]
Don’t Forget About Your Liver! Detox Tips for Balanced Hormones!
Our liver is the largest organ of the body and the main detoxification organ. It is located on your right side on the end of your right rib cage, just below the diaphragm. The main role of the liver is the detoxification of drugs, cholesterol, hormones, food additives, and chemicals in cosmetics, blood, and protein. The liver also helps produce bile. Because of what we eat (fried food, process food) as well as what is in the environment like a pollutant, pesticides, polluted water and chemicals we can’t detoxify our liver is overloaded and overworked. When our liver is […]