Home Economics.

It seems there never is "enough time" to get our meals prepared correctly to get the proper nutrients that our bodies need. However, it is possible to make sensible healthy meals in just a few minutes. The first thing(s) I emphasize as a must have in every kitchen is glassware not plastic tupperware. From water bottles to the lining of food tins, the chemical BPA is present in most plastics. BPA is what’s known as a suspected endocrine disruptor this basically means it can mimic the body’s hormone system and potentially create reproductive health problems, with possible links to cancer. So, people add some class and get some glass!
The whole idea in having glassware is so that you can prepare food and store it for a couple of days. How great would it be to actually still enjoy a healthy meal that you know how, when and who prepared it. Having enough food prepared for a couple of days can save you money ( for some glassware!) In comparison to eating out on a day to day basis which can drain your wallet, lead to poor eating choices and sometimes not worth the experience.

Eating healthy does not have to be a challenge and does not need to be costly. There is a difference between eating and being hungry. Try to start your day with breakfast in your stomach. It is definitely the most important meal of the day and gets the wheels turning. Limit your meals to three balanced meals. Snack sensibly, drink water, avoid unnecessary salt and sugar as most foods already own these properties naturally, Importantly stay hydrated! The human adult body is made up of 55-60% water. Incorporate some exercise even something as simple as walking is great extender of life! Smile and laugh more it reduces calories and relaxes the muscles of the face.

Even though all foods are important, I have a list of foods that I hold up on a pedestal because of how much our bodies benefit from them. The three main basic vegetables that are easily accessible and affordable year round are collard greens, red onions, and tomatoes. All vegetables are good for you unless of course you have allergic reactions or simply just do not like the taste. In those instances you can find a way to make the vegetables more appealing to your pallet example: use variety of spices and get creative. Remember the more green leafy vegetables you eat the better!


Thursday, April 24, 2014

Detox Home Remedies.


There are all kinds of intense detoxification protocols out there that can help cleanse the colon, blood, liver and other bodily organs and systems of toxic materials. Forget all these methods because sometimes the easiest and most effective way to keep your body maintained and in check is to simply incorporate more cleansing foods into your everyday diet. Lately, I have been making more home tonics like my Mama and Aunties used to when I was a child. These tonic blends are great and now I understand and appreciate the importance of detoxing. It is vital to feed the mind and body the right natural medicine. Detoxing your body is important and vital for the spirit and the mind as well. A fresh fruit and vegetable detox can be a great way to give an immune system a nutritional boost, as well as give the digestive system a likely much needed break. If you are looking to rid the body of built up toxins a juice detox is a great option.  Detox will for sure make your body feel rejuvenated, your mind will get clearer, you will get balanced and you will over all benefit greatly by...
  • Gaining more energy.
  • Improving your immune function.
  • Strengthening your body’s fight against cancer cells and generate healthy cells.
  • Improve your digestion and bowel movements.
  • Open your pallet and improve your taste buds.
  • Gain a deeper understanding and connection with your body.
  • Get clearer skin, healthier hair, and stronger nails.
  • Purify your blood.
  • Increase mental clarity.
  • Get a healthy glow.
  • Improve function of all body organs.
  • Reduce rashes and inflammation in your bodies.
After looking up the purpose of detoxing, I was taken aback at the profound benefits it has on our bodies. The free medical dictionary states that...detoxification is helpful for people suffering from many chronic diseases and conditions including allergies, anxiety, arthritis, asthma, chronic fatigue, chronic infections, depression, diabetes, migraines,headaches, heart disease, high cholesterol, low blood pressure, low sugar levels, digestive disorders, mental illness as well as obesity.

BASIL:  Specifically targets the kidneys when it comes to detoxification. Kidneys play a major part in removing waste product and toxins from our blood stream and things like high-processed foods place a heavy load on our kidneys. By eating basil, we are taking in nutrients that help to clear up any gunk that is stuck in our kidneys and also toning them to work well in the future.

CILANTRO:  I encourage and love this herb. It is my favorite and is known for a variety of nutrients. Its detoxifying affects are found in its ability to bind to heavy metals and remove them from our bodies. Toxic heavy metals usually enter our body in small amounts through food, water, and anything else we consume. It is near impossible to completely avoid ingesting toxic metals, so it is important to incorporate foods that eliminate them. Cilantro’s ability to remove toxic metals and its distinct flavor makes it great to add it into your detox tea, smoothie or juice. 
 MINT: My Granpa's favorite tea was mint, after every meal we had a fresh batch always just for him. Folk medicine used mint to calm the digestive system. Now science supports this, with studies showing mint prevents spasms and pain in your digestive system. Medical researchers have even found peppermint oil can reduce symptoms of irritable bowel syndrome (IBS).

Detoxifying your body with herbs helps your bodies’ natural filters work better for you, as well as keeping you from ingesting harmful toxins. While doing this, think about using water as your liquid base.

Using Yoga to detox is also very effective as well especially doing head stands. When you allow the effects of gravity to be reversed on your digestive organs, you will help to move stuck material, release trapped gases, as well as improve blood flow to the all important digestive organs thus increasing nutrient absorption and delivery to your cells. Head stands will squeeze your little adrenal glands which are responsible for the production of the so-called stress hormones. The cleaner your adrenal glands are, the more optimal they will function and this will help you to adapt and cope to stress better.
Remember to make healthier choices for you and your loved ones, encourage the young ones to eat more fruit and vegetables and live the life you deserve, the one that is filled with love, happiness, health, abundance and plenty of good organic food.
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