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What Is Alkaline Water And How To Make It

Post author By hfhadmin
Post date March 30, 2014

The importance of PH within the body: Our bodies are primarily water based, the PH of which effects our health, chemistry, and ultimately disease. The following is a breakdown of how and why the choice to drink alkalized water is important in modern times.

Due to our typical diet structures (explained in the article 5 Foods to Boost Your Mood) which consist of processed foods including salt, sugar, caffeine and alcohol, the majority of our bodies are likely too acidic.

Signs of an overly acidic environment can be fatigue, headache, stomach ache, and a weakened immune system.

If the environment in our bodies becomes either too acidic or too alkaline our otherwise healthy cells can become toxic, waste away and die. This imbalance in PH corrodes body tissue.

If this overly acidic atmosphere continues, the body ultimately deposits excess acidic substances into some area of the body in efforts to alkalize itself.

As noticed, acidity increases in some areas and some of the cells die, but others may still live and/or adapt and turn into malignant. The dead cells around them contribute to the cycle by becoming acidic themselves. Malignant cells grow indefinitely and without order, over time they can spread to other areas of the body, otherwise known as metastatic disease.

Diet & Weight Loss Low - Fat Protein Foods

Eat Worry-Free Before Bedtime – Foods To Eat Before Bedtime Without Gaining Weight

Post author By hfhadmin
Post date March 28, 2014

Instead of filling yourself up with some unhealthy snacks, a sandwich or some chocolate, you should better follow some of these advices before you stress your stomach.

Oatmeal with some milk is the best choice before going to bed. Yes, maybe it does not seem like the most delicious meal in the world, but it will keep you full. In addition to this, oatmeal contains enough carbohydrates that release serotonin, which will help you calm and fall asleep easier.

You can also eat some low-calorie cheese. Magnesium found in cheese will keep you calm and it will also provide a high-quality sleep. By adding some crackers or double-baked bread, you are ready to go to bed.

Nuts have the similar effect, since they are rich in magnesium, so before going t bed, have some walnuts, almonds and peanuts. Of course, do not eat too much.

Similar to these foods, there are some drinks providing the same effect, such as sour cherry juice. By consuming 2 cups a day, one in the morning and one in the evening, you will increase melatonin levels, responsible for better sleep.

Finally, the world’s oldest recipe – a cup of milk. Milk contains tryptophan, an amino acid known for its benefits regarding the good night’s sleep.

Health Herbs & Oils

Oil Pulling – The Habit That Can Improve Your Oral Health

Post author By hfhadmin
Post date March 27, 2014

Oil pulling is an old healing treatment in which natural substances are used in the process of cleaning and detoxifying teeth and gums. It has whitening effect, too, and there is evidence that it improves the condition of gums and eliminates dangerous bacteria.

The oil pulling process includes swishing oil in the oral cavity for a short time each day, and this treatment is beneficial in improving oral health in general. Similar to the oil cleansing treatment for the skin, the principle of “like dissolves like” is applied here, as well, since oil is able to go through the plaque and remove toxins without any side-effects.

This treatment was first used in India thousands of years ago, and it was introduced to the US in the early 1990s, by dr. F. Karach, who has successfully been using the oil pulling process to treat his patients.

There are hundreds of people sharing their experience online, including its benefits in treating skin problems, arthritis, asthma, headache, hormone imbalances, infections, liver problems and more.

Even though is widely used to treat all those health conditions, oil pulling is most often used in treating oral problems. On the recent Heal Thy Mouth Summit, a number of experts explained how bacteria can enter the blood through the mouth, and the possible infections can impact different parts of the body, which show perfectly why oral health is quite important.

At the end, oil pulling has no side-effects as long as you use a high quality oil – good enough to be used in cooking. Oil pulling is not expensive at all, and it can provide great benefits regarding oral health, so there is no reason why you should not try it. On page 2 you will find out how to do oil pulling !

Bodybuilding & Fitness Nutrition Low - Fat Protein Foods

What Should You Eat After Your Workout ?

Post author By hfhadmin
Post date March 24, 2014

Without proper diet, hard exercising will not give any results. The most important thing is to remember that after every workout, you must not starve, nor eat too much.

For that reason, try having at least some of these 13 foods on hand:

Eggs – Protein and carbohydrates are the key to good breakfast after your workout. One egg contains 6.3g protein and it is one of the best natural sources of vitamin D. If you believed Rocky that raw eggs are healthier than cooked, it is time to stop. Boiled or cooked eggs contain twice as much protein as raw eggs.

Quinoa – Brown rice can provide the necessary amount of carbohydrates you should eat per day, but it is not even close to the number of vitamins quinoa contains. Moreover, quinoa is rich in protein and fiber, it contains these nutrients almost twice as much as brown rice does.

Orange Juice

You already know that a glass of fresh orange juice contains large amounts of vitamin C, but it is also rich in potassium, which is the most common ingredient in sports drinks. Orange juice can easily replace every protein shake.

Kefir – Its a fermented milk that in the last few years became pretty popular, and it contains 11-14 g protein in just one cup. Milk proteins are excellent for muscles and they speed the weight loss up.

Health

Health Problems due To Insufficient Water Intake

Post author By hfhadmin
Post date March 24, 2014

Every time you feel you are thirsty, have a glass of water, instead of drinking a glass of carbonated drink or a cup of coffee.

Even though your body is 75% water, when you are dehydrated, blood becomes thicker, and blood flow gets slower. Every time this happens, blood pressure increases, which as you know, is not good.

In average, you lose about 10 glasses of water through sweating, urinating, breathing and waste materia elimination.

There are numerous benefits water brings, but sometimes the water you drink during the day is not enough. So next time you’re feeling dehydrated and need to drink something, try to avoid carbonated drinks or caffeine drinks, and have a glass of cold water instead. It is the best thing you can do for your body.

Which consequences can insufficient water intake cause?

Fatigue

Water is the main energy source in the body. Water deficiency in the body slows enzyme activity in the organism, which causes fatigue and lethargy.

Asthma And Allergies

In cases of dehydration, body tightens the airways as a way to keep water in the organism. The amount of histamine produced in the body only makes it lose more water.

High Blood Cholesterol

Dehydrated body produces more cholesterol to stop water loss in cells.

Kidney And Bladder Problems

Every time your body is dehydrated, the accumulation of toxins increases, which creates excellent conditions bacteria can develop in. As a result, kidneys and bladder are susceptible to infections, inflammations and pain.

Beauty Herbs & Oils

Top 7 Beauty Secrets Using Coconut Oil

Post author By hfhadmin
Post date March 22, 2014

In some parts of the word, using coconut oil as a moisturizer for skin and hair is ancient practice.. This is because it naturally has so many nourishing qualities. Coconut oil strengthens your skin by removing excessive dead cells on the surface. Additionally, coconut oil has antiviral, antifungal and antibacterial properties.. who knew right??

It is also known to work wonders for your hair, it rebalances hair proteins and easily penetrates the hair shaft to moisturize and protect against environmental damage.

Lately, coconut oil has gained more of a presence in the mainstream beauty arena, and there is good reason for it! Check out these top 7 beauty secrets using coconut oil.

1. Use as lip balm – Simply take a left over mint tin and spoon some coconut oil inside. Coconut oil is pretty solid at room temperature and absorbs quickly and easily into lips, it is also EXTREMELY hydrating. Be sure not to keep it in your pocket or let it become too warm, contents may leak.

2. Eye make up remover – Keep a small amount in your bathroom in a nice container, scoop a small amount out and use it to break down waxy eyemake up when you are washing your face, works like a charm.

3. As a body moisturizer – Coconut oil makes a fantastic body butter! Check out my recipe for “Triple whipped coconut lavender body butter” 2 ingredients! Simply luxurious..

4. Massage oil – Coconut oil naturally smells soothing, is all natural, and absorbs easily. Add a few drops of your favorite essential oil for an added experience!

5. To smooth fly away or damaged ends – Take that same small bottle of coconut oil you used to remove eye make up and massage a tiny amount in to damaged ends of hair or pat and smooth gently to tame fly-aways.

6. Dandruff – Because of its antifungal and antibacterial properties, coconut oil is perfect for banishing scalp problems. Simply massage in to scalp and leave on for as long as possible. Shampoo thoroughly to relieve symptoms of dandruff.

7. Cracked foot treatment – After a warm shower, massage a large amount into feet covering all problem areas generously. Put on an old pair of socks and sleep in them or leave on as long as possible. This practice will improve the condition of dry and cracking skin.

Give these beauty tips a try and take advantage of all the amazing benefits of coconut oil!

About The Author

My name is Cassiopia Propst. I am a mother of two beautiful little girls, and a wife to an amazing, supportive, and hard working husband. I am also a runner, an amateur chef, a foodie, a wine drinker a coffee lover, a yoga doer, a whole foods crusader, and a DIY experimenter. I aspire to combine science and common sense (with a little bit of humor) to bring you the recipes, articles and information that will help you live a simple, nourishing lifestyle.

Check her website Adore Your Health and also you can join her Facebook page to receive news feed featuring noteworthy articles and healthy recipes!

Health Healthy Drinks

The Best Tea For Every Blood Type

Post author By hfhadmin
Post date March 20, 2014

We have listed some of the best tea combinations for every blood type.

Tea is considered as one of the healthiest beverages, and its influence also depends on your blood type. Taking in consideration its beneficial effects, we recommend you try the best tea combinations for every blood type.

Blood Type A

These are emotional and analytical people prone to stress. Coffee can not cause them any health problem, but they have a constant need of herbal foods. People having blood type A are recommended to drink Taiwanese green tea, also called Gunpowder tea, pure jasmine flower tea, a combination of jasmine and green Ying Hao tea, marigold and thyme tea.

Blood Type B

These people have slower metabolism and they are prone to autoimmune diseases, obesity, lethargy and anxiety. They need to drink young green tea, organic green or red rooibos tea without adding anything in order to refresh and strengthen their organism.

Blood Type AB

These people are intuitive and they are not prone to stress, but low libido is the problem they usually have, which is why people having this blood type should focus more on special green tea types, including mint, peony, sandalwood, and yellow tea, as well. Green and mint tea mixture is especially recommended for these people, but they can also prepare tea using nettle and mint leaves mixture.

Blood Type O

People having this blood type should avoid consuming milk and gluten. Even though they do not have any problems with stress, stomach acid often bothers them. Ginger, green Sencha and Mate based tea combinations work best for these people. Sencha and ginger tea combination is the ideal choice, but a cup of pure green Sencha tea also works well.

Recipes

Better Than Fries ! Hasselback Potatoes Recipe

Post author By hfhadmin
Post date March 19, 2014

You must prepare this delicious recipe !

Ingredients:

6 Medium Size Potatoes
2 Tbsp Olive Oil
Butter
Sea Salt
Freshly Ground Black Pepper

Preparation:

Preheat the oven to 425˚F. Wash and put the potatos on a chopping board. Cut potatoes thin almost all the way through as shown in picture. Drizzle olive oil, butter, some sea salt, and pepper over top. Bake the potatoes for about 40-60 minutes or until the potatoes turn crispy and the flesh is soft.
Enjoy !

Healthy Drinks Natural Remedies

Ginger Tea – Powerful Drink That Reduces or Even Completely Eliminates Stress

Post author By hfhadmin
Post date March 17, 2014

Thanks to its beneficial effects on health, ginger is often added in meals and beverages. Ginger root tea is rich in minerals and vitamins, and experts recommend consuming ginger root tea every day in order to reduce stress.

Warm water in combination with some lemon and ginger is and excellent way to boost food digestion. Ginger is rich in antioxidants efficient in eliminating harmful substances produced in our body, so it can help in reducing stress.

Ginger tea has positive effect on your mood and it can destroy every negative feeling, reduce or even completely eliminate stress.

Which Benefits Can Ginger Tea Provide?

1. Regulates the unpleasant feeling in the stomach

2. Calms cough and colds

3. Regulates circulation

4. Ginger tea compress on your stomach reduces menstrual cramps

5. Strengthens immune system

6. Reduces stress and boosts mood

Here is the recipe for ginger tea !

General

Never Eat These Foods For Breakfast

Post author By hfhadmin
Post date March 16, 2014

As you all know, breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Moreover, this meal provides the energy your organism needs, so be careful about the food you eat early in the morning. Which foods should you avoid for breakfast?

Ham, Bacon And Sausages

Processed meat contains nitrates that increase the chances of colon cancer. Double-baked bread, some cheese and a boiled egg is far better and recommended alternative.

Chocolate Or Sweetened Cereal

Some of the cereals you see in stores are full of carbohydrates and sugar. Blood sugar level increases immediately, and reduces even more rapidly after you consume these kind of cereals. If you do not want your energy level down at the very beginning of the day, choose whole-grain cereals, without any sugar added, rich in fiber and protein. You can add some ground flax seeds or walnuts.

Dough, Doughnuts, Pastry

Besides the fact these foods are made of refined white flour, they are also rich in sugar, considered as the worst fuel in the morning. Rapid growth and decrease of blood sugar level will make you feel hungry earlier, which is an excellent way to increase the chances of gaining excess weight and diabetes.

Light Yoghurt

This kind of yoghurt is often full of artificial sweeteners and substances that are far from being nutritious. It is better to choose the regular variation of this dairy product.

Muffins

Muffins are full of oil, sugar and white flour.