The health world is positively buzzing about chia seeds lately. They are little, but pack an omega-fatty acid punch and, apparently, a nice vitamin B boost to our hair too. If you look up chia seed recipes on Pinterest you will be busy for days. But they're pricey little fellas. I found a package of them at Trader Jo's for $5.99. But maybe you don't have a Trader Jo's? Our local groceries sell larger quantities for $12.99. That's a little bit tough on a wallet, but I'm told they are so potent they are worth it. I thought I was genius at inventing a way to eat my chia seeds, but I just started researching them again and this idea is everywhere. Sigh. I still can claim this recipe though, because I did, at the time, make it up. I love eating. I especially love eating after a long night of not eating. But I have to be careful to quickly fill my body with good foods, or else I'll start the whole day off on a sour note. So for me, egg whites or oatmeal usually are my go-to breakfast … [Read more...]
Facts about Caffeine
Caffeine is something many of us reach for first thing in the morning. Those hot brewed cups of heaven that'll help us start our day on the right foot. AHHHH! Caffeine is found in numerous food products and medication. It's also habit forming. 90% of Americans consume caffeine daily. That's a lot of people! Caffeine is found naturally in different plants, leaves, and seeds such as: coffee, tea, kola nut, cocoa pod, and guarana--an ingredient found in many energy drinks. Caffeine is a drug because it acts as a stimulant that stimulates the central nervous system. While you get a good feeling when you consume a cup of coffee or two, or eat other caffeine laden foods... There is also a down side... It really depends on how much you consume, but even a small amount will keep you alert for several hours, bring your heart rate up, make you urinate often, raise your blood pressure, and increase your production of stomach acid. As I've said above it's habit forming; and if you miss your … [Read more...]
Foods that Help Reduce Risk of Breast Cancer
There are a wide variety of foods to eat to help reduce the risk of getting breast cancer. Equally important is engaging in a regular exercise regimen, maintaining a healthy body weight, and building a stronger immune system. It is important for our bodies to be in a balanced alkaline-acidic environment. Natural food health experts recommend 80% alkaline and only 20% acidic. When your body is more alkaline, it's in a healthier state. Why? Because, breast cancer or any form of cancer... and other diseases can thrive in an acidic body. It gets a bit complicated when you talk about foods that are alkaline or acidic, because there are foods that are alkaline, but when consumed they become acidic. Good foods that turn into "bad" foods when eaten should be included in your 20% acidic portion of your diet. Foods to help maintain an alkaline body: Almonds It's high in fiber, protein, calcium, potassium, zinc, magnesium, vitamin E and antioxidants. It helps prevent osteoporosis and … [Read more...]
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