Do you want some quick, cool, and nutritious lunch ideas? Lunch is something we often catch on-the-go! There are a lot of great foods that can be prepared for lunch other than just making a sandwich which can get old after a while. Here are some quick, cool lunches that you may want to try. Remember, the best things in life may require a little bit of time, so take time out for the best!
Lunch Ideas:
1) Fresh vegetable sticks (celery, carrots, cucumbers, bell peppers) and dip: Guacamole Deluxe, Tofu Veggie Delight (recipes below), or Hummus
2) Rice Cakes with: Guacamole Deluxe, Tofu Veggie Delight, or Hummus
3) Whole grain bread sandwich: sliced avocado, tomato, alfalfa sprouts, kale or lettuce, pan fried sliced tofu
4) Big green salad including a variety of: lettuce or other greens, cucumbers, carrots, sprouts (alfalfa, lentil, sunflower, quinoa, etc.), bell peppers, raw nuts and seeds(pumpkin, sesame, sunflower), cooked beans, and cooked or sprouted whole grains.
5) Fresh steamed vegetables, raw nuts, and a green salad or fresh cut veggies.
.... more great recipes from the Healthy Leaner Lifestyle series!
GUACAMOLE DELUXE
2 avocados, mashed well
1 bell pepper, chopped
1 large or 2 small tomatoes, diced
Handful cilantro, chopped, or alfalfa sprouts Salt to taste Dash cayenne pepper or hot red pepper sauce to taste
* Combine all ingredients and mix well.
TOFU VEGGIE DELIGHT
½ lb. tofu, mashed
¼ C. mayonnaise or substitute
¼ tsp. salt (or to taste)
garlic powder
dash cayenne pepper or red pepper sauce
¼ C. each chopped bell pepper, celery, sliced black olives,
diced tomatoes, etc.
* Combine ingredients and mix well. Makes 1½ cups.
These recipes are from Super Wraps and Sandwiches.... for the Healthy Leaner Lifestyle series. To pre-order this book, go to http://erleentilton.com/store.htm .
For your best health,
Erleen Tilton
Wednesday, July 11, 2007
Do You Need Supplements?
There is a great market for supplements on the shelves of any grocery store or health market which can be overwhelming. The question is, do you really need supplements? The answer is maybe Yes, and No!
A study showed that in the 1950s an ounce of spinach contained about 120 milligrams of iron, while in the 1990s, the same amount of spinach was said to contain only 4 milligrams of iron. This is due to the fact that farmers have switched to chemical fertilizers that deplete the soil, which in turn deplete our produce as well as whole grains, legumes, and even animal products. The produce may look nice and pretty (and even last longer) but if it is void of vital nutrients, we will not be getting the nutrition we need from our foods. That's why it's best to buy organics if at all possible, and also to encourage the growing of foods organically.
However, it's important to understand that our sewers are known to be filled with enormous amounts of undigested vitamins and pills. Many of the supplements on the market contain fillers and are not digestible, and may be causing more harm than good.
I have often read a saying that I believe to be true, which I have revised somewhat:
"The doctor of [real health] will prescribe no medicine, but will interest his patients in the cause and prevention of disease."
We need to constantly build our systems in order to prevent sickness and disease, so here are a few suggestions:
1) Buy organics if at all possible to insure a higher quality of nutrition. Better yet, grow some of your foods organically, if possible.
2) On a regular basis, eat foods that are naturally high in antioxidants. Antioxidants are great wholesome foods that battle free radicals that cause disease, and naturally build our immune system. Here are some foods that are high in anti-oxidants:
* berries: goji berries, blueberries, wolfberries, many other berries
* other fruits: pomegranate, noni fruit, cherries, apples
* greens: kale, spinach, wheat grass, green sprouts
* nuts: walnuts, pecans
* vegetables: artichokes, red cabbage, broccoli
* green teas
3) There are several liquid antioxidants that are highly beneficial. People are getting such great results with these, because they provide the body with much needed nutrition. Som e great brands include:
* Kyani Sunrise
* Young Living's Ningxia Red
* Xango Mangosteen juice
4) It's best to choose supplements that are soluble (can be stirred into liquid). There are great protein based supplements as well as very poor quality ones. Avoid all whey protein powders, and cheap soy based protein supplements. High quality brand names include:
* Raw Power
* Reliv
* Sunrider
These all can be found in a Google search by those names (or add .com after the name).
5) Powdered greens are also very valuable in providing natural enzymes for better digestion, many trace minerals and vitamins, fiber and more. They can come in the form of capsule such as:
* Juice Plus
Or as green powder drinks, here are some great brand name choices:
* Health Force "Vitamineral Green"
* Wild Oats "Greens 'n Things"
6) If taking any kind of supplements in pill form, choose capsules if possible. You will most likely get much better results if you:
* Make sure they are high quality - yes, that means a higher price. But why pay for something that will do little or nothing for you.
* Don't just buy, research the company and make sure it is a good product.
Yes, disease and most illnesses can be prevented. And the beauty of this is that the solutions are sensible and simple because the real power of prevention lies in the quality of our foods - ones that are high in nutrition which may include great available supplements! But choose wisely, building with high quality nutritious foods and products!
To learn more about improving your health with the right educational tools, take advantage of my special offer at: http://erleentilton.com/special2.htm .
For your best health,
Erleen Tilton
A study showed that in the 1950s an ounce of spinach contained about 120 milligrams of iron, while in the 1990s, the same amount of spinach was said to contain only 4 milligrams of iron. This is due to the fact that farmers have switched to chemical fertilizers that deplete the soil, which in turn deplete our produce as well as whole grains, legumes, and even animal products. The produce may look nice and pretty (and even last longer) but if it is void of vital nutrients, we will not be getting the nutrition we need from our foods. That's why it's best to buy organics if at all possible, and also to encourage the growing of foods organically.
However, it's important to understand that our sewers are known to be filled with enormous amounts of undigested vitamins and pills. Many of the supplements on the market contain fillers and are not digestible, and may be causing more harm than good.
I have often read a saying that I believe to be true, which I have revised somewhat:
"The doctor of [real health] will prescribe no medicine, but will interest his patients in the cause and prevention of disease."
We need to constantly build our systems in order to prevent sickness and disease, so here are a few suggestions:
1) Buy organics if at all possible to insure a higher quality of nutrition. Better yet, grow some of your foods organically, if possible.
2) On a regular basis, eat foods that are naturally high in antioxidants. Antioxidants are great wholesome foods that battle free radicals that cause disease, and naturally build our immune system. Here are some foods that are high in anti-oxidants:
* berries: goji berries, blueberries, wolfberries, many other berries
* other fruits: pomegranate, noni fruit, cherries, apples
* greens: kale, spinach, wheat grass, green sprouts
* nuts: walnuts, pecans
* vegetables: artichokes, red cabbage, broccoli
* green teas
3) There are several liquid antioxidants that are highly beneficial. People are getting such great results with these, because they provide the body with much needed nutrition. Som e great brands include:
* Kyani Sunrise
* Young Living's Ningxia Red
* Xango Mangosteen juice
4) It's best to choose supplements that are soluble (can be stirred into liquid). There are great protein based supplements as well as very poor quality ones. Avoid all whey protein powders, and cheap soy based protein supplements. High quality brand names include:
* Raw Power
* Reliv
* Sunrider
These all can be found in a Google search by those names (or add .com after the name).
5) Powdered greens are also very valuable in providing natural enzymes for better digestion, many trace minerals and vitamins, fiber and more. They can come in the form of capsule such as:
* Juice Plus
Or as green powder drinks, here are some great brand name choices:
* Health Force "Vitamineral Green"
* Wild Oats "Greens 'n Things"
6) If taking any kind of supplements in pill form, choose capsules if possible. You will most likely get much better results if you:
* Make sure they are high quality - yes, that means a higher price. But why pay for something that will do little or nothing for you.
* Don't just buy, research the company and make sure it is a good product.
Yes, disease and most illnesses can be prevented. And the beauty of this is that the solutions are sensible and simple because the real power of prevention lies in the quality of our foods - ones that are high in nutrition which may include great available supplements! But choose wisely, building with high quality nutritious foods and products!
To learn more about improving your health with the right educational tools, take advantage of my special offer at: http://erleentilton.com/special2.htm .
For your best health,
Erleen Tilton
Wednesday, May 16, 2007
MEXICAN RICE SALAD
Here's a great new recipe to try if you like the southwest spicy flavor. This colorful one-meal salad is a sure hit - and it's great for entertaining!
MEXICAN RICE SALAD
Dressing:
2 Tbs. cold pressed oil
2 Tbs. apple cider vinegar
1 jalapeno, seeded and finely diced
1 tsp. ground cumin
2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
1 tsp. salt
Salad:
4 C. torn romaine lettuce
1 C. cooked brown rice, chilled
1/2 C. cooked adzuki, black, or red beans, (rinsed and drained well)
3 green onions, chopped
1 red bell pepper, diced
1/2 C. halved green olives
1/2 C. cut corn (raw is best)
* In a small bowl, combine dressing.
* In serving bowl, combine salad ingredients, then add dressing.
* Toss well and serve.
This recipe is from Super Simple Salads.... for the Healthy Leaner Lifestyle which has some incredible salads. Many of them are 0ne-meal salads which will make quick, easy, nutritious summer meals. To order this book, go to: http://erleentilton.com/store.htm
For your best health,
Erleen Tilton
MEXICAN RICE SALAD
Dressing:
2 Tbs. cold pressed oil
2 Tbs. apple cider vinegar
1 jalapeno, seeded and finely diced
1 tsp. ground cumin
2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
1 tsp. salt
Salad:
4 C. torn romaine lettuce
1 C. cooked brown rice, chilled
1/2 C. cooked adzuki, black, or red beans, (rinsed and drained well)
3 green onions, chopped
1 red bell pepper, diced
1/2 C. halved green olives
1/2 C. cut corn (raw is best)
* In a small bowl, combine dressing.
* In serving bowl, combine salad ingredients, then add dressing.
* Toss well and serve.
This recipe is from Super Simple Salads.... for the Healthy Leaner Lifestyle which has some incredible salads. Many of them are 0ne-meal salads which will make quick, easy, nutritious summer meals. To order this book, go to: http://erleentilton.com/store.htm
For your best health,
Erleen Tilton
Thursday, May 10, 2007
I Want to Eat Healthy, Where Do I Start?
Healthy eating is often desired, but just knowing where to start is often hard. Here are a few short suggestions to get you started on your road to living a healthy lifestyle - eating better, feeling better and acquiring the weight you desire.
1) Change the place you shop! Really, this is one of the biggest, most effective steps you can take to make significant changes in eating better. There are a number of great health markets available now and they are becoming more popular. Even though healthy foods may be a little more expensive, they are higher in nutrition and quality. However, you should still always read labels to insure you are getting good quality foods.
2) Incorporate raw foods in every meal, every snack, and everything you eat. Raw foods are high in nutrition, low in calories, and aid good digestion. Fresh fruits do not combine well with most other foods, so fruits are best eaten in the morning combined with raw nuts, whole grain cereals, and smoothies (with raw nuts, soy milk, and even veggies). Do not eat fruits for dessert
- they will only ferment in the stomach. A large portion of raw vegetables should always be served at lunch and dinner - more than just a carrot stick or two. We need lots of greens and other vegetables, plus raw nuts and sprouts which are full of vitamins, minerals, protein, and fiber of which we need.
3) Stick to whole grains as much as possible. Especially if you are trying to loose wei*ght, omit flours from your diet and the weight will drop off easily and naturally. Yes, breads and pastas can be replaced with a variety of whole grains (millet, quinoa, amaranth, barley, brown rice, etc.) by adding them to your salad. Eat them for breakfast if raw fruits and nuts aren't filling
enough.
4) Eat a small amount of protein with each of your meals. The first mistake people make when cutting down on animal products, is replacing them with an abundance of carbs. You still need your protein and can get great healthy sources of proteins from raw nuts, legumes (beans, peas) and sprouts. These are full of protein and good for you. Soy milk, tofu milk, and almond milk are great milks for when you need them. These milks are not "substitutes" - they just come from vegetable sources instead of an animal. Don't overdo it, but a handful of raw nuts, raw seeds, sprouts or beans on a salad, or any of these on the side, are proteins that are good nourishment.
5) Omit milk products from your diet. Humans are the only mammal that drinks milk after they are weaned, the only mammal that drinks it from another mammal, and the only one that drinks it pasteurized - which process makes it an indigestible source of calcium anyway. The way dairy milk is produced makes it an entirely poor source of food. Our best sources of calcium actually come from our leafy greens and our raw nuts and seeds (raw sesame, sunflower, and pumpkin).
6) Remember, the biggest flaw in today's eating is the one thing we usually have a hard time letting go of: convenience foods. These are all highly refined foods, high in calories, fats, unhealthy additives, preservatives, colors, flavors.....the list goes on and on. We do like foods that are convenient, so prepare them so they are convenient:
* have fresh fruits available to grab at a moment's notice
* package your own baggies or raw nuts and dry fruits
* pack an emergency bag in your car with healthy things to eat so you are not tempted to stop while you are on the road: raw nuts, healthy snack bars, fruit leather, etc.
* cook up 3-4 whole grains at a time and keep them in the refrigerator for quick use
* cook up 1-2 varieties of beans ahead of time for quick use
* learn to sprout - get started and keep them going, one after another
7) Change your mind set to think wholesome and whole - eating the foods God gave us in their natural form: raw fruits and vegetables, whole grains and legumes. Then if you eat unprocessed and naturally fed meat sparingly, small amounts of oil for salads and other meal preparations (olive oil, cold pressed oils, omega-3 oils), and prepare healthy recipes with minimal preparations - this kind of diet is much simpler, more convenient, and definitely more nourishing. You won't have the cravings for unhealthy food items, but you will have the health and wellness you desire!
8) Don't forget the water. As foods are our builders, water is our pure and perfect cleanser.
We need lots of it, especially with today's foods as well as our environmental impurities. Most adults need a minimum of 3 quarts of water daily, and if you are live in a warm climate, work out, or are sick, nursing or overweight, that amount should increase another 1-3 quarts. Yes, we need the cleansing power of good pure water - not any other drink! Our bodies do not need or want polluting and toxic foods or drinks. Our bodies want and need nutrition! Everything we take into our bodies should either NOURISH or CLEANSE. This is a much more simple way of eating, and a more sensible way too!
To get you on the road to improving your health, take advantage of my special offer at:
http://erleentilton.com/special2.htm
For your best health,
Erleen Tilton
1) Change the place you shop! Really, this is one of the biggest, most effective steps you can take to make significant changes in eating better. There are a number of great health markets available now and they are becoming more popular. Even though healthy foods may be a little more expensive, they are higher in nutrition and quality. However, you should still always read labels to insure you are getting good quality foods.
2) Incorporate raw foods in every meal, every snack, and everything you eat. Raw foods are high in nutrition, low in calories, and aid good digestion. Fresh fruits do not combine well with most other foods, so fruits are best eaten in the morning combined with raw nuts, whole grain cereals, and smoothies (with raw nuts, soy milk, and even veggies). Do not eat fruits for dessert
- they will only ferment in the stomach. A large portion of raw vegetables should always be served at lunch and dinner - more than just a carrot stick or two. We need lots of greens and other vegetables, plus raw nuts and sprouts which are full of vitamins, minerals, protein, and fiber of which we need.
3) Stick to whole grains as much as possible. Especially if you are trying to loose wei*ght, omit flours from your diet and the weight will drop off easily and naturally. Yes, breads and pastas can be replaced with a variety of whole grains (millet, quinoa, amaranth, barley, brown rice, etc.) by adding them to your salad. Eat them for breakfast if raw fruits and nuts aren't filling
enough.
4) Eat a small amount of protein with each of your meals. The first mistake people make when cutting down on animal products, is replacing them with an abundance of carbs. You still need your protein and can get great healthy sources of proteins from raw nuts, legumes (beans, peas) and sprouts. These are full of protein and good for you. Soy milk, tofu milk, and almond milk are great milks for when you need them. These milks are not "substitutes" - they just come from vegetable sources instead of an animal. Don't overdo it, but a handful of raw nuts, raw seeds, sprouts or beans on a salad, or any of these on the side, are proteins that are good nourishment.
5) Omit milk products from your diet. Humans are the only mammal that drinks milk after they are weaned, the only mammal that drinks it from another mammal, and the only one that drinks it pasteurized - which process makes it an indigestible source of calcium anyway. The way dairy milk is produced makes it an entirely poor source of food. Our best sources of calcium actually come from our leafy greens and our raw nuts and seeds (raw sesame, sunflower, and pumpkin).
6) Remember, the biggest flaw in today's eating is the one thing we usually have a hard time letting go of: convenience foods. These are all highly refined foods, high in calories, fats, unhealthy additives, preservatives, colors, flavors.....the list goes on and on. We do like foods that are convenient, so prepare them so they are convenient:
* have fresh fruits available to grab at a moment's notice
* package your own baggies or raw nuts and dry fruits
* pack an emergency bag in your car with healthy things to eat so you are not tempted to stop while you are on the road: raw nuts, healthy snack bars, fruit leather, etc.
* cook up 3-4 whole grains at a time and keep them in the refrigerator for quick use
* cook up 1-2 varieties of beans ahead of time for quick use
* learn to sprout - get started and keep them going, one after another
7) Change your mind set to think wholesome and whole - eating the foods God gave us in their natural form: raw fruits and vegetables, whole grains and legumes. Then if you eat unprocessed and naturally fed meat sparingly, small amounts of oil for salads and other meal preparations (olive oil, cold pressed oils, omega-3 oils), and prepare healthy recipes with minimal preparations - this kind of diet is much simpler, more convenient, and definitely more nourishing. You won't have the cravings for unhealthy food items, but you will have the health and wellness you desire!
8) Don't forget the water. As foods are our builders, water is our pure and perfect cleanser.
We need lots of it, especially with today's foods as well as our environmental impurities. Most adults need a minimum of 3 quarts of water daily, and if you are live in a warm climate, work out, or are sick, nursing or overweight, that amount should increase another 1-3 quarts. Yes, we need the cleansing power of good pure water - not any other drink! Our bodies do not need or want polluting and toxic foods or drinks. Our bodies want and need nutrition! Everything we take into our bodies should either NOURISH or CLEANSE. This is a much more simple way of eating, and a more sensible way too!
To get you on the road to improving your health, take advantage of my special offer at:
http://erleentilton.com/special2.htm
For your best health,
Erleen Tilton
Monday, May 07, 2007
On-The-Go Healthy Foods!
At every time of the year, there are all kinds of on-the-go activities constantly. Most all these activities require food preparations or picking up something quick to take along.
As you do this, think about this quote by Michael Eades M.D. and Mary Dan Eades M.D., authors of Protein Power: "The medical problems that confound us today will probably amaze scientists in the twenty-first century as they puzzle over why we medical pioneers of today were unable to reach out and grab the obvious, why we were so advanced in certain areas of medical treatment yet so abysmally deficient in others. Why, they may ask, could our surgeons perform open-heart surgery so skillfully as to make it a routine operation while at the same time our nutritional experts couldn't determine the optimal diet for preventing most of the problems necessitating that procedure? Why spend so much time and effort developing complex surgical techniques and other wondrous medical procedures that prolong the life of the diseased body for a few months or, at best, a few years instead of focusing on nutritional changes capable of prolonging healthy life for decades? Why can't we see the big picture?"
Nutrition is always important and many of us stumble when it comes to the on-the-go foods because though they are quick to grab, most are deplete in nutritional value. But this is the time that we need optimum nutrition to satisfy our hunger and thirst.
Here are some great snack foods to grab on a moments notice:
* Apples, bananas, oranges, etc. always come prepackaged and, if on hand, can be quickly added to any lunch box or basket.
* Raw nuts such as almonds, walnuts, pine nuts, cashews are great snack nibblers. Remember that if they are raw, they go into the body as nourishment, while if they are roasted, they go into the body as high calorie, fat items.
* Trail mixes consisting of raw nuts and dried fruits can come in a variety of combinations, always yummy to snack on.
* Fruits roll-ups, dried fruit snacks and such (which should be just fruit) are also great to have.
* Popcorn can be popped for a great treat. Hot air popped corn is best (avoid micro-waved corn for many reasons). If popped with hot air, it is much lower in calories, and won't have near as much fat or salt added as other methods.
* Rice cakes and whole grain crackers with healthy veggie dips and spreads are a great snack to take along.
* Don't forget all the wonderful fresh cut veggies with dips, hummus, etc. Veggie platters and dip is always a great party dish to take along and is one of the first things to be consumed. Everyone likes veggies and dips!
* Whole grain and live food snack bars are great, containing high nutrition and low calories. Many market varieties are just the opposite which can be high in sugar, fat, calories, and unhealthy whey protein.
* Remember too that you can plan ahead for great snack drinks. Pure water, raw fruit juices and green drinks are very satisfying in quenching the thirst.
There's a lot out there that's just poor foods, but there is so many great foods that provide good nourishment. On-the-foods can be good nutritious ones, we just have to plan and think nutritiously!
If you need more ideas and would like a quick-start program for healthy eating, the best way I know how to guide you through this process in an easy step by step, hands-on procedure at the health retreats. Check out the event that best suits your needs now, and don't wait to sign up because the slots do fill up fast:
Women's Health Retreat: http://erleentilton.com/healthretreat2.htm
Couple's Health Retreat: http://erleentilton.com/healthretreatC.htm
Youth Health Retreat: http://erleentilton.com/healthretreatY.htm
For your best health,
Erleen Tilton
As you do this, think about this quote by Michael Eades M.D. and Mary Dan Eades M.D., authors of Protein Power: "The medical problems that confound us today will probably amaze scientists in the twenty-first century as they puzzle over why we medical pioneers of today were unable to reach out and grab the obvious, why we were so advanced in certain areas of medical treatment yet so abysmally deficient in others. Why, they may ask, could our surgeons perform open-heart surgery so skillfully as to make it a routine operation while at the same time our nutritional experts couldn't determine the optimal diet for preventing most of the problems necessitating that procedure? Why spend so much time and effort developing complex surgical techniques and other wondrous medical procedures that prolong the life of the diseased body for a few months or, at best, a few years instead of focusing on nutritional changes capable of prolonging healthy life for decades? Why can't we see the big picture?"
Nutrition is always important and many of us stumble when it comes to the on-the-go foods because though they are quick to grab, most are deplete in nutritional value. But this is the time that we need optimum nutrition to satisfy our hunger and thirst.
Here are some great snack foods to grab on a moments notice:
* Apples, bananas, oranges, etc. always come prepackaged and, if on hand, can be quickly added to any lunch box or basket.
* Raw nuts such as almonds, walnuts, pine nuts, cashews are great snack nibblers. Remember that if they are raw, they go into the body as nourishment, while if they are roasted, they go into the body as high calorie, fat items.
* Trail mixes consisting of raw nuts and dried fruits can come in a variety of combinations, always yummy to snack on.
* Fruits roll-ups, dried fruit snacks and such (which should be just fruit) are also great to have.
* Popcorn can be popped for a great treat. Hot air popped corn is best (avoid micro-waved corn for many reasons). If popped with hot air, it is much lower in calories, and won't have near as much fat or salt added as other methods.
* Rice cakes and whole grain crackers with healthy veggie dips and spreads are a great snack to take along.
* Don't forget all the wonderful fresh cut veggies with dips, hummus, etc. Veggie platters and dip is always a great party dish to take along and is one of the first things to be consumed. Everyone likes veggies and dips!
* Whole grain and live food snack bars are great, containing high nutrition and low calories. Many market varieties are just the opposite which can be high in sugar, fat, calories, and unhealthy whey protein.
* Remember too that you can plan ahead for great snack drinks. Pure water, raw fruit juices and green drinks are very satisfying in quenching the thirst.
There's a lot out there that's just poor foods, but there is so many great foods that provide good nourishment. On-the-foods can be good nutritious ones, we just have to plan and think nutritiously!
If you need more ideas and would like a quick-start program for healthy eating, the best way I know how to guide you through this process in an easy step by step, hands-on procedure at the health retreats. Check out the event that best suits your needs now, and don't wait to sign up because the slots do fill up fast:
Women's Health Retreat: http://erleentilton.com/healthretreat2.htm
Couple's Health Retreat: http://erleentilton.com/healthretreatC.htm
Youth Health Retreat: http://erleentilton.com/healthretreatY.htm
For your best health,
Erleen Tilton
Thursday, May 03, 2007
Why Cleansing is so Important for Your Health!
Yes, as it is that time of year when the house needs a thorough spring cleaning, it's also a great time to do some internal body spring cleaning. Just as the dust and clutter builds up in the corners and closets, our bodies over time build up with toxins and pollutants that do and will affect the state of our health. So a great spring cleanse is very beneficial.
So how does one cleanse?
1) a) A liquid fast is an excellent way to cleanse the blood and lymphatic system. This can be really effective for 3-6 days and you will feel so good afterwards. Liquids such as distilled water, lemon juice in water, vegetables broths, raw vegetable juices (from carrots, celery, greens, beets, etc.), and raw fruit juices (apple, citrus, grape, etc.) will help neutralize poisons in the bloodstream and will stimulate the cleansing functions of liver, bowels, and kidneys. Always make sure you are drinking lots of water in between the different juices, especially if you feel bloated. Bloating is a natural occurrence when the body is trying to cleanse faster than it is, so make sure you are getting plenty of water.
b) For an easier, more extended fast, try this: From the time you arise until dinner time, eat nothing, just drink: raw vegetable juices (especially green drinks), raw fruit juices, and lots and lots of pure water. Then eat a cleansing meal consisting of a green salad, cooked or sprouted beans or grains, maybe a baked potato or steamed vegetables, etc. Omit meats, milk, and all processed foods. Do this for at least 7-14 days.
c) Herbs such as cascara sagrada, echinacea, garlic, and dandelion are excellent to take during this period.
2) Enemas or colonics are definitely a benefit on at least a yearly basis. Cleaning the colon is like cleaning the scum out of a trash can or toilet. There is obviously a build up of debris after months and years, and it is so beneficial to get right to the source and pull the plug! Yes, get an enema bag and fill your colon 5-6 times with a warm water solution with a ½ cup apple cider vinegar or lemon juice to 2 quarts of water (that is - while laying on your right side, fill the colon, wait until you feel the need to expel, then expel and repeat).
3) Saunas or Epsom salt baths are both great ways to cleanse the skin through the pores. For an Epsom salt bath, add ½ cup Epsom salt to very warm bath water. Adding peppermint and eucalyptus essential oils doubles the benefits. You won't want to get out of the bath tub, so stay as long as the water is warm and enjoy the cleansing!
4) As always, to cleanse the lungs, exercise daily and take several deep breathing cleansing breaths to keep the lungs strong and clean. Don't exercise on a busy street where you are breathing toxic automobile fumes, but get out in the open mountain air when ever possible. Then concentrate on always breathing clean air. Don't use toxic chemicals or breath in those type of environments that have toxic pollutants.
Energy comes from having a clean system which is one reason why cleansing is so important! But also, when we are clean internally we can be free of sickness and disease, and have the health and energy to do what we desire in life. Cleansing is also a vital part of having natural wei*ght management. For more information, get the Healthy Permanent Wei*ght Management 3-CDs at: http://livingahealthylifestyle.com/cds.htm .
Enjoy a good spring cleanse, this year and every year!
For your best health,
Erleen
So how does one cleanse?
1) a) A liquid fast is an excellent way to cleanse the blood and lymphatic system. This can be really effective for 3-6 days and you will feel so good afterwards. Liquids such as distilled water, lemon juice in water, vegetables broths, raw vegetable juices (from carrots, celery, greens, beets, etc.), and raw fruit juices (apple, citrus, grape, etc.) will help neutralize poisons in the bloodstream and will stimulate the cleansing functions of liver, bowels, and kidneys. Always make sure you are drinking lots of water in between the different juices, especially if you feel bloated. Bloating is a natural occurrence when the body is trying to cleanse faster than it is, so make sure you are getting plenty of water.
b) For an easier, more extended fast, try this: From the time you arise until dinner time, eat nothing, just drink: raw vegetable juices (especially green drinks), raw fruit juices, and lots and lots of pure water. Then eat a cleansing meal consisting of a green salad, cooked or sprouted beans or grains, maybe a baked potato or steamed vegetables, etc. Omit meats, milk, and all processed foods. Do this for at least 7-14 days.
c) Herbs such as cascara sagrada, echinacea, garlic, and dandelion are excellent to take during this period.
2) Enemas or colonics are definitely a benefit on at least a yearly basis. Cleaning the colon is like cleaning the scum out of a trash can or toilet. There is obviously a build up of debris after months and years, and it is so beneficial to get right to the source and pull the plug! Yes, get an enema bag and fill your colon 5-6 times with a warm water solution with a ½ cup apple cider vinegar or lemon juice to 2 quarts of water (that is - while laying on your right side, fill the colon, wait until you feel the need to expel, then expel and repeat).
3) Saunas or Epsom salt baths are both great ways to cleanse the skin through the pores. For an Epsom salt bath, add ½ cup Epsom salt to very warm bath water. Adding peppermint and eucalyptus essential oils doubles the benefits. You won't want to get out of the bath tub, so stay as long as the water is warm and enjoy the cleansing!
4) As always, to cleanse the lungs, exercise daily and take several deep breathing cleansing breaths to keep the lungs strong and clean. Don't exercise on a busy street where you are breathing toxic automobile fumes, but get out in the open mountain air when ever possible. Then concentrate on always breathing clean air. Don't use toxic chemicals or breath in those type of environments that have toxic pollutants.
Energy comes from having a clean system which is one reason why cleansing is so important! But also, when we are clean internally we can be free of sickness and disease, and have the health and energy to do what we desire in life. Cleansing is also a vital part of having natural wei*ght management. For more information, get the Healthy Permanent Wei*ght Management 3-CDs at: http://livingahealthylifestyle.com/cds.htm .
Enjoy a good spring cleanse, this year and every year!
For your best health,
Erleen
Wednesday, March 21, 2007
Great Dinner Recipe: Black Beans Over Rice
You will enjoy the simplicity, heartiness, and great taste of the black beans, rice and raw vegetables in this great one-meal dish!
BLACK BEANS OVER RICE
1 C. brown rice
1 Tbs. oil
1 small onion, chopped
3 C. cooked black beans (with some liquid)
2 tsp. hot red pepper sauce
1 tsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. salt (less if beans are salted)
½ -1 C. fresh chopped cilantro
1 large red bell pepper, diced
2 large carrots, diced
Chopped red or green leaf lettuce
* To cook rice: in medium saucepan, bring 3 cups water to boiling and add rice.
* Turn heat down to a light simmer, don’t stir, simmer 30-35 minutes, turn off heat and place on lid until ready to serve.
* Meanwhile, heat oil in skillet, and stir-fry onion until softened.
* Stir in black beans and liquid to make it saucy, hot pepper sauce, cumin, and salt.
* Prepare vegetables as suggested.
* To serve, mound rice on individual plates, spoon on black bean mixture, and top with generous portions of vegetables as desired.
This recipe is from Creatively Complete Dinners.... for the Healthy Woman Lifestyle series. To pre-order this book, go to http://erleentilton.com/store.htm .
BLACK BEANS OVER RICE
1 C. brown rice
1 Tbs. oil
1 small onion, chopped
3 C. cooked black beans (with some liquid)
2 tsp. hot red pepper sauce
1 tsp. ground cumin
1 tsp. salt (less if beans are salted)
½ -1 C. fresh chopped cilantro
1 large red bell pepper, diced
2 large carrots, diced
Chopped red or green leaf lettuce
* To cook rice: in medium saucepan, bring 3 cups water to boiling and add rice.
* Turn heat down to a light simmer, don’t stir, simmer 30-35 minutes, turn off heat and place on lid until ready to serve.
* Meanwhile, heat oil in skillet, and stir-fry onion until softened.
* Stir in black beans and liquid to make it saucy, hot pepper sauce, cumin, and salt.
* Prepare vegetables as suggested.
* To serve, mound rice on individual plates, spoon on black bean mixture, and top with generous portions of vegetables as desired.
This recipe is from Creatively Complete Dinners.... for the Healthy Woman Lifestyle series. To pre-order this book, go to http://erleentilton.com/store.htm .
Tuesday, February 27, 2007
How Much Protein Do I Need?
There is so much information on protein and how much we need and it can be a bit confusing, especially in the fitness and weight loss arena. We do need protein every day for the building and repair of our body, however the most important factors concerning protein is getting the right kind of protein.
Animal proteins (meats and milk products) are a complete protein, however they are high in calories, fat and cholesterol, while vegetable proteins (though not always a complete protein) are much lower in calories and fat, and contain no cholesterol.
Protein is often over recommended or suggested in the following ways:
1) Most typical meal menus, especially in the fast foods & prepared food arena, as well as in most recipe books, usually contain an abundance of protein. So if you eat this way every meal, you are most likely eating way more protein than you need. Once you give your body the protein that it needs, the extra protein mearly goes on as fat.
2) For weight loss and fitness workouts, extra protein is often suggested to replace the carbs. This is OK if you are replacing the poor carbs (refined sugar and white flour) with good vegetable proteins, however, if you are doubling up on your meats, it can prove to create more problems in the long run.
3) Even if you are replacing the poor carbs with vegetable proteins, you don't need protein every meal in abundance. A handful of almonds (8-10) is enough for the day along with a side dish of beans, sprouts, tofu, or other vegetable proteins, plus our greens and grains.
I think it's helpful to look at a cow and what she eats. Alfalfa hay and occasionally a little grain is enough protein to produce her hundreds of pounds of protein flesh. We have been trained to think that we need the animal proteins to survive, while we see other mammals that do just fine with only the greens and whole grains - an ample amount of protein.
Neal D. Barnard, MD, says this: "It's important to note that there is no requirement at all for animal protein in the diet. There is plenty of protein in beans, grains and vegetables, as well as the concentrated protein in seitan (wheat meat) and soy products, such as soymilk, tofu, tempeh and various meat substitutes, all of which are found in any natural food store or in the health-food section of grocery stores."
One of my goals in producing my Simple Super Salads cookbook is to create superb salads that have a great balance of vitamins, minerals, enzymes, fiber, carbs, fat and protein - especially so we get great types of proteins that are not over done.
Here are a couple of great recipes from the Simple Super Salads cookbook which I know you will really enjoy. To pre-order your copy go to: http://livingahealthylifestyle.com/store.htm
MEXICAN RICE SALAD
Dressing:
2 Tbs. cold pressed oil
2 Tbs. apple cider vinegar
1 jalapeno, seeded and finely diced
1 tsp. ground cumin
2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
1 tsp. salt
Salad:
4 C. torn romaine lettuce
1 C. cooked brown rice, chilled
½ C. cooked adzuki, black, or red beans,(rinsed and drained well)
3 green onions, chopped
1 red bell pepper, diced
½ C. halved green olives
½ C. cut corn (raw is best)
o In a small bowl, combine dressing.
o In serving bowl, combine salad ingredents, then add dressing.
o Toss well and serve.
SPROUTED QUINOA-PISTACHIO SALAD
Dressing:
2 Tbs. lemon juice
2 Tbs. olive oil
1 Tbs. Braggs liquid aminos or soy sauce
1 clove garlic, pressed, or ½ tsp. garlic powder
Salad:
2 stalks celery, diced
2 carrots, diced
¼ C. chopped parsley
½ C. sprouted quinoa (just soak quinoa overnight to sprout)
½ C. raw pistachio nuts
2 large handfuls mixed baby greens
o Combine dressing ingredients in salad bowl.
o Add salad ingredients in order given.
o Toss well before serving.
Enjoy great vegetable proteins with great Simple Super Salads! Get your copy now at: http://livingahealthylifestyle.com/store.htm
For your best health,
Erleen Tilton
Animal proteins (meats and milk products) are a complete protein, however they are high in calories, fat and cholesterol, while vegetable proteins (though not always a complete protein) are much lower in calories and fat, and contain no cholesterol.
Protein is often over recommended or suggested in the following ways:
1) Most typical meal menus, especially in the fast foods & prepared food arena, as well as in most recipe books, usually contain an abundance of protein. So if you eat this way every meal, you are most likely eating way more protein than you need. Once you give your body the protein that it needs, the extra protein mearly goes on as fat.
2) For weight loss and fitness workouts, extra protein is often suggested to replace the carbs. This is OK if you are replacing the poor carbs (refined sugar and white flour) with good vegetable proteins, however, if you are doubling up on your meats, it can prove to create more problems in the long run.
3) Even if you are replacing the poor carbs with vegetable proteins, you don't need protein every meal in abundance. A handful of almonds (8-10) is enough for the day along with a side dish of beans, sprouts, tofu, or other vegetable proteins, plus our greens and grains.
I think it's helpful to look at a cow and what she eats. Alfalfa hay and occasionally a little grain is enough protein to produce her hundreds of pounds of protein flesh. We have been trained to think that we need the animal proteins to survive, while we see other mammals that do just fine with only the greens and whole grains - an ample amount of protein.
Neal D. Barnard, MD, says this: "It's important to note that there is no requirement at all for animal protein in the diet. There is plenty of protein in beans, grains and vegetables, as well as the concentrated protein in seitan (wheat meat) and soy products, such as soymilk, tofu, tempeh and various meat substitutes, all of which are found in any natural food store or in the health-food section of grocery stores."
One of my goals in producing my Simple Super Salads cookbook is to create superb salads that have a great balance of vitamins, minerals, enzymes, fiber, carbs, fat and protein - especially so we get great types of proteins that are not over done.
Here are a couple of great recipes from the Simple Super Salads cookbook which I know you will really enjoy. To pre-order your copy go to: http://livingahealthylifestyle.com/store.htm
MEXICAN RICE SALAD
Dressing:
2 Tbs. cold pressed oil
2 Tbs. apple cider vinegar
1 jalapeno, seeded and finely diced
1 tsp. ground cumin
2 cloves garlic, pressed or minced
1 tsp. salt
Salad:
4 C. torn romaine lettuce
1 C. cooked brown rice, chilled
½ C. cooked adzuki, black, or red beans,(rinsed and drained well)
3 green onions, chopped
1 red bell pepper, diced
½ C. halved green olives
½ C. cut corn (raw is best)
o In a small bowl, combine dressing.
o In serving bowl, combine salad ingredents, then add dressing.
o Toss well and serve.
SPROUTED QUINOA-PISTACHIO SALAD
Dressing:
2 Tbs. lemon juice
2 Tbs. olive oil
1 Tbs. Braggs liquid aminos or soy sauce
1 clove garlic, pressed, or ½ tsp. garlic powder
Salad:
2 stalks celery, diced
2 carrots, diced
¼ C. chopped parsley
½ C. sprouted quinoa (just soak quinoa overnight to sprout)
½ C. raw pistachio nuts
2 large handfuls mixed baby greens
o Combine dressing ingredients in salad bowl.
o Add salad ingredients in order given.
o Toss well before serving.
Enjoy great vegetable proteins with great Simple Super Salads! Get your copy now at: http://livingahealthylifestyle.com/store.htm
For your best health,
Erleen Tilton
Wednesday, February 21, 2007
Nutrition and Nuts!
I love this quote by Michael Eades M.D. and Mary Dan Eades M.D., authors of Protein Power:
"The medical problems that confound us today will probably amaze scientists in the twenty-first century as they puzzle over why we medical pioneers of today were unable to reach out and grab the obvious, why we were so advanced in certain areas of medical treatment yet so abysmally deficient in others. Why, they may ask, could our surgeons perform open-heart surgery so skillfully as to make it a routine operation while at the same time our nutritional experts couldn't determine the optimal diet for preventing most of the problems necessitating that procedure. Why spend so much time and effort developing complex surgical techniques and other wondrous medical procedures that prolong the life of the diseased body for a few months or, at best, a few years instead of focusing on nutritional changes capable of prolonging healthy life for decades? Why can't we see the big picture?"
Interesting!
Nutrition is what it's all about! We need nutrition - plain and simple - if we want real health.
Let's take, nuts, for instance. For many years, "experts" have told us to avoid fat and because we have been told that nuts are high in fat, many often avoid eating them. However, recent research and a decision made by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration tell us that eating nuts such as walnuts and almonds on a regular basis may be a way to reduce cardiovascular disease as well as promote weight loss.
A study recently compared a diet of 2 different groups. One ate a low-fat diet with diet shakes and bars, plus fruits, vegetables and whole grains. The second group ate raw nuts, plus fruits, vegetables and whole grains - having a much higher fat calorie intake. Interestingly enough, the second group lost more weight.
Studies also show that raw walnuts and almonds eaten daily can:
* lower high cholesterol levels
* improve cardiac function
* reduce the risk of coronary heart disease
* improve nutrition in the diet so consumers eat less
* provide the body with essential omega-3 oils
However, it's important to remember two things though:
1) Raw nuts are full of nutrition and fiber, while roasted nuts have toxic effects, so make sure to only eat them raw.
2) This does not mean bowlfuls of nuts daily - just a handful or so is sufficient.
Enjoy eating raw nuts, include them in your daily diet, and remember that the fat in nuts is the good kind that you need.
To your best health,
Erleen
"The medical problems that confound us today will probably amaze scientists in the twenty-first century as they puzzle over why we medical pioneers of today were unable to reach out and grab the obvious, why we were so advanced in certain areas of medical treatment yet so abysmally deficient in others. Why, they may ask, could our surgeons perform open-heart surgery so skillfully as to make it a routine operation while at the same time our nutritional experts couldn't determine the optimal diet for preventing most of the problems necessitating that procedure. Why spend so much time and effort developing complex surgical techniques and other wondrous medical procedures that prolong the life of the diseased body for a few months or, at best, a few years instead of focusing on nutritional changes capable of prolonging healthy life for decades? Why can't we see the big picture?"
Interesting!
Nutrition is what it's all about! We need nutrition - plain and simple - if we want real health.
Let's take, nuts, for instance. For many years, "experts" have told us to avoid fat and because we have been told that nuts are high in fat, many often avoid eating them. However, recent research and a decision made by the U.S. Food and Drug Administration tell us that eating nuts such as walnuts and almonds on a regular basis may be a way to reduce cardiovascular disease as well as promote weight loss.
A study recently compared a diet of 2 different groups. One ate a low-fat diet with diet shakes and bars, plus fruits, vegetables and whole grains. The second group ate raw nuts, plus fruits, vegetables and whole grains - having a much higher fat calorie intake. Interestingly enough, the second group lost more weight.
Studies also show that raw walnuts and almonds eaten daily can:
* lower high cholesterol levels
* improve cardiac function
* reduce the risk of coronary heart disease
* improve nutrition in the diet so consumers eat less
* provide the body with essential omega-3 oils
However, it's important to remember two things though:
1) Raw nuts are full of nutrition and fiber, while roasted nuts have toxic effects, so make sure to only eat them raw.
2) This does not mean bowlfuls of nuts daily - just a handful or so is sufficient.
Enjoy eating raw nuts, include them in your daily diet, and remember that the fat in nuts is the good kind that you need.
To your best health,
Erleen
Thursday, February 15, 2007
Antioxidants - the Why and What?
I have heard a saying often that I have revised somewhat that says:
"The doctor of real health will prescribe no medicine, but will interest his patients in the cause and prevention of disease."
Yes, disease and most illnesses can be prevented - and the beauty of this is that the solutions are sensible and simple because the real power of prevention lies in our foods - namely our antioxotants!
Antioxidants are great wholesome foods that battle free radicals that cause disease, and naturally build our immune system. Here are a list of some foods that are higher in antioxidants, though all raw fruits, vegetables, sprouts and nuts have some antioxidants.
* goji berries
* acai fruit
* blueberries
* pomegranats
* kale
* spinach
* walnuts
* apples
* wheat grass
* green tea
* green sprouts
This is just a list of some of our great antioxidant foods, but if you eat some of these on a daily basis, you will be able to have a stronger immune system for fighting disease!
To your best health,
Erleen
"The doctor of real health will prescribe no medicine, but will interest his patients in the cause and prevention of disease."
Yes, disease and most illnesses can be prevented - and the beauty of this is that the solutions are sensible and simple because the real power of prevention lies in our foods - namely our antioxotants!
Antioxidants are great wholesome foods that battle free radicals that cause disease, and naturally build our immune system. Here are a list of some foods that are higher in antioxidants, though all raw fruits, vegetables, sprouts and nuts have some antioxidants.
* goji berries
* acai fruit
* blueberries
* pomegranats
* kale
* spinach
* walnuts
* apples
* wheat grass
* green tea
* green sprouts
This is just a list of some of our great antioxidant foods, but if you eat some of these on a daily basis, you will be able to have a stronger immune system for fighting disease!
To your best health,
Erleen
Tuesday, February 06, 2007
Do You Know Your pH?
It was several decades ago when Dr. Otto Warburg discovered that cancer thrives in an acidic environment due to a lack of oxygen, and cannot exist in an alkaline environment or high pH oxygen rich environment. For his discovery, he was awarded a Nobel Prize.
What does pH mean? It means: parts hydrogen. PH is measured on an acid to alkaline scale from 0-14, with 7 being the middle, neutral, or balance between the two. The higher the pH, the greater the oxygen levels in your cellular fluids, and if you maintain a pH of 7 and higher, it is proven that you will not be susceptible to major diseases such as cancer, heart disease and others for they can not live in an alkaline system.
What is your pH? You can test your pH with a piece of pH paper with your saliva or urine, however, knowing how to avoid an acidic condition and how to raise your alkaline levels is much more important.
Causes of Acidity:
1) Eating foods high in fats, starches, sugars – processed foods.
2) Eating mostly cooked foods which are more acidic, but especially fruits and vegetables (canned and bottled tomato sauce, canned fruits and vegetables), yeast breads and pastries, dairy, high fat/processed meats, etc.
3) Most drinks are highly acidic: coffee, tea, soft drinks, Gatorade, beer, fruit drinks, fruit juices (even many healthy kinds – if they are cooked, they are acidic).
4) Lack of exercise, not enough oxygen for the cells.
5) Stress, negative environment (watching crime television, news, listening to rock music, etc.)
6) Using chemical detergents, soaps, and body creams – most of which are highly acidic. The skin is the largest organ and it absorbs all the harsh acidic chemicals found in most cheap products available on the market.
Raising your Alkaline levels:
1) Eat a diet high in raw foods: raw fruits, raw vegetables (especially live greens), raw nuts, seeds and sprouts.
2) Avoid all milk products except for eggs on occasion.
3) Eat mostly organic foods: produce as well as other foods (they have not been grown with chemical fertilizers).
4) Avoid all processed foods – unhealthy fats, sugars, starches and proteins, eating more whole grains and beans in a natural form.
5) Drink lots of good pure water.
6) Get on a good daily exercise program and do it regularly and faithfully. Exercise is needed for more than just burning fat – you need to oxygenate your cells!
7) Read good uplifting books, those that are positive and build your spirit, especially before going to bed. Keep your environment happy and positive, and count your blessings often.
8) Discard all harsh soaps and body creams that are chemical based (most of them are) and replace them with those higher in alkaline. Shop at a health market and ask. You will pay more, but you do get what you pay for (quality or junk).
Having an alkaline system means that you will have more energy, your body will work more efficiently, you will sleep better, you will have better weight management, and you will have a healthier immune system - avoiding sickness and disease.
Life is a matter of choices, but you can choose to have a healthy alkaline system in many ways. If you want to know where to begin, start by pre-ordering your copy of Simple Super Salads – a great compilation of recipes, most of which are super simple, yet very nutritious, one-meal salads! Order your copy today and it will be sent to you hot off the press!
Order here now: http://livingahealthylifestyle.com/store.htm
Enjoy the effects of having a high alkaline system not only now, but for years to come!
To your best health,
Erleen Tilton
What does pH mean? It means: parts hydrogen. PH is measured on an acid to alkaline scale from 0-14, with 7 being the middle, neutral, or balance between the two. The higher the pH, the greater the oxygen levels in your cellular fluids, and if you maintain a pH of 7 and higher, it is proven that you will not be susceptible to major diseases such as cancer, heart disease and others for they can not live in an alkaline system.
What is your pH? You can test your pH with a piece of pH paper with your saliva or urine, however, knowing how to avoid an acidic condition and how to raise your alkaline levels is much more important.
Causes of Acidity:
1) Eating foods high in fats, starches, sugars – processed foods.
2) Eating mostly cooked foods which are more acidic, but especially fruits and vegetables (canned and bottled tomato sauce, canned fruits and vegetables), yeast breads and pastries, dairy, high fat/processed meats, etc.
3) Most drinks are highly acidic: coffee, tea, soft drinks, Gatorade, beer, fruit drinks, fruit juices (even many healthy kinds – if they are cooked, they are acidic).
4) Lack of exercise, not enough oxygen for the cells.
5) Stress, negative environment (watching crime television, news, listening to rock music, etc.)
6) Using chemical detergents, soaps, and body creams – most of which are highly acidic. The skin is the largest organ and it absorbs all the harsh acidic chemicals found in most cheap products available on the market.
Raising your Alkaline levels:
1) Eat a diet high in raw foods: raw fruits, raw vegetables (especially live greens), raw nuts, seeds and sprouts.
2) Avoid all milk products except for eggs on occasion.
3) Eat mostly organic foods: produce as well as other foods (they have not been grown with chemical fertilizers).
4) Avoid all processed foods – unhealthy fats, sugars, starches and proteins, eating more whole grains and beans in a natural form.
5) Drink lots of good pure water.
6) Get on a good daily exercise program and do it regularly and faithfully. Exercise is needed for more than just burning fat – you need to oxygenate your cells!
7) Read good uplifting books, those that are positive and build your spirit, especially before going to bed. Keep your environment happy and positive, and count your blessings often.
8) Discard all harsh soaps and body creams that are chemical based (most of them are) and replace them with those higher in alkaline. Shop at a health market and ask. You will pay more, but you do get what you pay for (quality or junk).
Having an alkaline system means that you will have more energy, your body will work more efficiently, you will sleep better, you will have better weight management, and you will have a healthier immune system - avoiding sickness and disease.
Life is a matter of choices, but you can choose to have a healthy alkaline system in many ways. If you want to know where to begin, start by pre-ordering your copy of Simple Super Salads – a great compilation of recipes, most of which are super simple, yet very nutritious, one-meal salads! Order your copy today and it will be sent to you hot off the press!
Order here now: http://livingahealthylifestyle.com/store.htm
Enjoy the effects of having a high alkaline system not only now, but for years to come!
To your best health,
Erleen Tilton
Tuesday, January 30, 2007
Let's Have Healthy Children!
Many of the questions I am asked concerning children are:
* How do I get my children to eat vegetables?
* With a new baby, what do I first feed him and when?
* How do I treat my child with this disorder (irritable bowl syndrome-IBS, skin rashes, constipation, ADD, hyperactivity, and more)
* What are some healthy snacks?
* How do I get my children to eat beans, whole grains, raw foods?
Here’s some suggestions to be carefully considered:
* The first foods for a baby are extremely important in setting their eating habits for life – really! If you start a child with processed rice cereal, fruit juices and baby foods, your child will not get a good taste for wholesome foods. Instead, get a baby food grinder (and take it every where you go) and grind up lightly cooked vegetables, cooked whole grains, raw fruits, and cooked beans. Introducing them to a baby in that order is best too. As you do this, your child’s taste will already be accustomed to wholesome foods. This is most of the battle right here.
* As you continue to feed your child these basic foods for the majority of his/her diet, most of the disorders will be non-existent. Remember why we are supposed to eat foods: To provide nourishment for the body! If we do not give the body nourishing foods, the body will react in disorder and dysfunction. On the other hand, if we eat foods high in nutrition, our body will have the nutrients to heal and strengthen itself.
* There are many great healthy snacks that are convenient too. Just get out of the “goldfish and fruitloops” mindset. Great snacks include mini carrot sticks, fresh cut apples, raisins, raw nuts and trail mixes (for older toddlers), popcorn (do not use micro-waved popcorn as the structure of the grain is altered and unhealthy), whole grain crackers, rice cakes, granola, granola bars, and more. These and others are all high in nutrition and fiber, as opposed to the unhealthy carbs, sugars, fats, and calories that most children’s snacks are. And again, your child will acquire the taste for good wholesome foods and enjoy eating them.
Eating a good nutritious diet and being healthy is mostly just a matter a better food choices. Choose to eat and to provide your children the foods that are high in nutrition and fiber, much of which are raw and whole. The health benefits are well worth it!
To your best health,
Erleen Tilton
* How do I get my children to eat vegetables?
* With a new baby, what do I first feed him and when?
* How do I treat my child with this disorder (irritable bowl syndrome-IBS, skin rashes, constipation, ADD, hyperactivity, and more)
* What are some healthy snacks?
* How do I get my children to eat beans, whole grains, raw foods?
Here’s some suggestions to be carefully considered:
* The first foods for a baby are extremely important in setting their eating habits for life – really! If you start a child with processed rice cereal, fruit juices and baby foods, your child will not get a good taste for wholesome foods. Instead, get a baby food grinder (and take it every where you go) and grind up lightly cooked vegetables, cooked whole grains, raw fruits, and cooked beans. Introducing them to a baby in that order is best too. As you do this, your child’s taste will already be accustomed to wholesome foods. This is most of the battle right here.
* As you continue to feed your child these basic foods for the majority of his/her diet, most of the disorders will be non-existent. Remember why we are supposed to eat foods: To provide nourishment for the body! If we do not give the body nourishing foods, the body will react in disorder and dysfunction. On the other hand, if we eat foods high in nutrition, our body will have the nutrients to heal and strengthen itself.
* There are many great healthy snacks that are convenient too. Just get out of the “goldfish and fruitloops” mindset. Great snacks include mini carrot sticks, fresh cut apples, raisins, raw nuts and trail mixes (for older toddlers), popcorn (do not use micro-waved popcorn as the structure of the grain is altered and unhealthy), whole grain crackers, rice cakes, granola, granola bars, and more. These and others are all high in nutrition and fiber, as opposed to the unhealthy carbs, sugars, fats, and calories that most children’s snacks are. And again, your child will acquire the taste for good wholesome foods and enjoy eating them.
Eating a good nutritious diet and being healthy is mostly just a matter a better food choices. Choose to eat and to provide your children the foods that are high in nutrition and fiber, much of which are raw and whole. The health benefits are well worth it!
To your best health,
Erleen Tilton
Tuesday, January 23, 2007
Having a Healthy Heart!
Having a healthy heart is just a matter of making smart heart food choices as well as getting a good amount of excercise daily. Here are some good healthy heart food suggestions:
* Note the foods given on the last post - Ten of the Worst Foods to Avoid - and avoid them!
* Eat dried beans and peas, whole grains, raw fruits and vegetables as your main diet.
* Eat soy products (tofu, soy milk) which are good for the heart.
* Think green - celery, broccoli, spinach, kale, leavy greens, fresh herbs are all good for the heart.
* Eat cold-water fish such as salmon, tuna, and cod.
* For good fats, use cold pressed olive oil and safflower oil, plus raw nuts, flax seeds and avocados.
* Don't eat sodium chloride (salt)! Eat an unprocessed high mineral sea salt such as Real Salt.
* When you eat out - make these same good food choices. It's possible to eat well always!
Have a healthy heart by choosing heart smart foods - and remember to exercise daily too!
To your best health,
Erleen
* Note the foods given on the last post - Ten of the Worst Foods to Avoid - and avoid them!
* Eat dried beans and peas, whole grains, raw fruits and vegetables as your main diet.
* Eat soy products (tofu, soy milk) which are good for the heart.
* Think green - celery, broccoli, spinach, kale, leavy greens, fresh herbs are all good for the heart.
* Eat cold-water fish such as salmon, tuna, and cod.
* For good fats, use cold pressed olive oil and safflower oil, plus raw nuts, flax seeds and avocados.
* Don't eat sodium chloride (salt)! Eat an unprocessed high mineral sea salt such as Real Salt.
* When you eat out - make these same good food choices. It's possible to eat well always!
Have a healthy heart by choosing heart smart foods - and remember to exercise daily too!
To your best health,
Erleen
Tuesday, January 16, 2007
Ten of the Worst Foods to Avoid
There are two distinctive types of foods: 1) those that work with the body to build, nourish, and energize, and 2) those that work against the body and clog, pollute, and toxify.
So what are some of the foods that work against the body? Here are ten of the worst:
1) Soda Drinks: One can of soda contains approximately 10 teaspoons of sugar, has 150 calories, is filled with artificial food colors and additives, and sometimes 30 to 55 mg of caffeine. The active ingredient in soda is phosphoric acid. Its pH is 2.8 - which is highly acidic - and will dissolve a nail in about 4 days. Phosphoric acid also leaches calcium from bones and is a major contributor to the rising increase in osteoporosis. Soda consumption is also linked to obesity, tooth ceday and heart disease. Drinks don't need to be sweetened or fizzy to quench the thirst, once you drink good pure water, you'll feel tons better.
2) Pork: This meat is full of fat, food colorings, preservatives, nitrates, and salt - very difficult for the body to digest. These all produce only negative effects on the body.
3) Shellfish: Most of these are ocean floor feeders consuming mostly dead matter, debris, and toxic chemicals that settle. Shrimp are a partial exception because they do swim and feed on live plants.
4) Trans Fats: Trans fats occur naturally in meat and dairy products. However, most of the trans fats consumed today are man-made hydrogenated (shortening or margarine) or partial hydrogenated plant oils which raises the blood cholesterol and clogs the arteries. Partial hydrogenation changes a fat's molecular structure, which raises its melting point and reduces racidity, which is why most chips and other processed foods are made with partially hydrogenated oils - trans fats!
5) Fried Foods: Doughnuts, French fries, fried chicken and fish, chips, etc. not only usually contain the trans fats, but the high temperature of the oil used to fry them create carcinogens (cancer causing agents), producing large amounts of damaging free radicals in the body.
6) Junk Foods: Foods that are highly processed (white flour, white sugar) are high in calories, poor carbs, fats, salt, yet are deplete in vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Avoid the fast food restaurants, and prepared food isles in the grocery stores and choose simple wholesome food creations instead.
7) High Fat Milk Products: Ice creams, shakes, freezes, cheesecakes, sour cream, and butter may taste good, but are all very high in calories, fat, and cholesterol and are hard on the arteries. Studies also show that countries that consume the highest amounts of milk, also have the highest cases of osteoporosis. We do need calcium but better sources of calcium come from vegetable sources.
8) Artificial Sweeteners: These are often chosen as to avoid using sugar. However, artificial sweeteners are much worse being toxic to the system, creating emotional and nervous disorders, and are proven to cause cancer.
9) Caffeine: Caffeine is a stimulant which is addictive which is why it is added to many drinks, and why caffeinated drinks are marketed so heavily. It causes headaches, nervousness, chronic fatigue, insomnia and more. The more chemical stimulation the body receives, the less it functions on its own.
10) Alcohol: Alcohol is absorbed directly into the blood stream from the stomach and slows down the physical and mental capacities in the body.
This is actually a list of the most common daily consumed foods in America, yet they need to be avoided like the plague if you would like to attain your desired weight and great health.
There are many, many wonderful foods that work with your body to build, nourish and energize you. To learn all about these foods, how to prepare them, and about living a healthy lifestyle all in 3 days with a professional trainer, see http://erleentilton.com/healthretreat2.htm. It's an experience you won't forget!
To Your Best Health,
Erleen Tilton
So what are some of the foods that work against the body? Here are ten of the worst:
1) Soda Drinks: One can of soda contains approximately 10 teaspoons of sugar, has 150 calories, is filled with artificial food colors and additives, and sometimes 30 to 55 mg of caffeine. The active ingredient in soda is phosphoric acid. Its pH is 2.8 - which is highly acidic - and will dissolve a nail in about 4 days. Phosphoric acid also leaches calcium from bones and is a major contributor to the rising increase in osteoporosis. Soda consumption is also linked to obesity, tooth ceday and heart disease. Drinks don't need to be sweetened or fizzy to quench the thirst, once you drink good pure water, you'll feel tons better.
2) Pork: This meat is full of fat, food colorings, preservatives, nitrates, and salt - very difficult for the body to digest. These all produce only negative effects on the body.
3) Shellfish: Most of these are ocean floor feeders consuming mostly dead matter, debris, and toxic chemicals that settle. Shrimp are a partial exception because they do swim and feed on live plants.
4) Trans Fats: Trans fats occur naturally in meat and dairy products. However, most of the trans fats consumed today are man-made hydrogenated (shortening or margarine) or partial hydrogenated plant oils which raises the blood cholesterol and clogs the arteries. Partial hydrogenation changes a fat's molecular structure, which raises its melting point and reduces racidity, which is why most chips and other processed foods are made with partially hydrogenated oils - trans fats!
5) Fried Foods: Doughnuts, French fries, fried chicken and fish, chips, etc. not only usually contain the trans fats, but the high temperature of the oil used to fry them create carcinogens (cancer causing agents), producing large amounts of damaging free radicals in the body.
6) Junk Foods: Foods that are highly processed (white flour, white sugar) are high in calories, poor carbs, fats, salt, yet are deplete in vitamins, minerals, and fiber. Avoid the fast food restaurants, and prepared food isles in the grocery stores and choose simple wholesome food creations instead.
7) High Fat Milk Products: Ice creams, shakes, freezes, cheesecakes, sour cream, and butter may taste good, but are all very high in calories, fat, and cholesterol and are hard on the arteries. Studies also show that countries that consume the highest amounts of milk, also have the highest cases of osteoporosis. We do need calcium but better sources of calcium come from vegetable sources.
8) Artificial Sweeteners: These are often chosen as to avoid using sugar. However, artificial sweeteners are much worse being toxic to the system, creating emotional and nervous disorders, and are proven to cause cancer.
9) Caffeine: Caffeine is a stimulant which is addictive which is why it is added to many drinks, and why caffeinated drinks are marketed so heavily. It causes headaches, nervousness, chronic fatigue, insomnia and more. The more chemical stimulation the body receives, the less it functions on its own.
10) Alcohol: Alcohol is absorbed directly into the blood stream from the stomach and slows down the physical and mental capacities in the body.
This is actually a list of the most common daily consumed foods in America, yet they need to be avoided like the plague if you would like to attain your desired weight and great health.
There are many, many wonderful foods that work with your body to build, nourish and energize you. To learn all about these foods, how to prepare them, and about living a healthy lifestyle all in 3 days with a professional trainer, see http://erleentilton.com/healthretreat2.htm. It's an experience you won't forget!
To Your Best Health,
Erleen Tilton
Tuesday, January 09, 2007
Conquer the Colds and Flu!
It's cold and flu season again and it's no fun being miserable with a cold or the flu! However, colds and flu don't just grab you - they really come as nature's way of cleaning house if your body is in need of it. So you can do either one of 2 things: 1) sit back and relax and thank nature for saving your life when sicknesses do come, or 2) you can take the precautions to do the house cleaning and immunity building yourself so you don't get sick.
My daughter once approached me and said, "Mom, why does everyone get sick but you?" Well, that was a great observance from a growing child, but the truth of the matter is that if you eat well, and boost your immune system during cold and flu season, you will most likely avoid most sicknesses. Here's a few tips, foods, and supplements that work well for me:
1) During the holidays, most people double up on junk foods which are clogging and polluting to the body. If you don't get sick during the holidays, you will often get sick afterwards - again, it's a natural way for the body to cleanse. Just remember this: the more polluted your body is, the more cleansing is needed - or the longer the sickness lasts. If you can remember to eat mostly cleansing foods during the holidays, and afterwards follow a good cleansing program, you will be steps ahead.
2) Good cleansing foods include raw fruits (especially apples), raw vegetables, fruit and vegetable juices - preferably raw, especially fresh orange juice or green juices, lightly steamed vegetables, baked potatoes and squashes, vegetable and whole grain soups, and herbal cleansing teas.
3) Some of my favorite immune booster foods and products include:
* Emergen-C - 2000 mg. vitamin C packets, a must for colds, sinus, sore throat, etc.
* Fresh garlic - virus fighting, best to use fresh in green salads and main dishes once or twice daily, but it can also be taken in capsule form.
* Natrol Ultimate Antioxidant - greatest immune builder, I take 2-4 capsules daily when colds and flues are threatening.
* Echinacea with Golden Seal & Vitamin C - I have found this Oregon's Wild Harvest brand to be one of the most effective antibiotic/cleanser to fight colds, earaches, sore throat, etc. Do not take acidophilus at the same time as an antibiotic cleanses all bacteria.
* Probiotics: my favorite is UAS Labs, DDS-PLUS Acidophilus with Bifidus - a must for the flu, putting live bacteria in the intestines, and even in the colon if needed. This is also a must to take following a session of taking any kind of anti-biotics (medicinal, herbal) to build back the healthy bacteria.
Just think of it. You really don't have to suffer with sicknesses through the winter months. Get smart! Eat smart! Build your system and feel great instead!
To your best health,
Erleen
My daughter once approached me and said, "Mom, why does everyone get sick but you?" Well, that was a great observance from a growing child, but the truth of the matter is that if you eat well, and boost your immune system during cold and flu season, you will most likely avoid most sicknesses. Here's a few tips, foods, and supplements that work well for me:
1) During the holidays, most people double up on junk foods which are clogging and polluting to the body. If you don't get sick during the holidays, you will often get sick afterwards - again, it's a natural way for the body to cleanse. Just remember this: the more polluted your body is, the more cleansing is needed - or the longer the sickness lasts. If you can remember to eat mostly cleansing foods during the holidays, and afterwards follow a good cleansing program, you will be steps ahead.
2) Good cleansing foods include raw fruits (especially apples), raw vegetables, fruit and vegetable juices - preferably raw, especially fresh orange juice or green juices, lightly steamed vegetables, baked potatoes and squashes, vegetable and whole grain soups, and herbal cleansing teas.
3) Some of my favorite immune booster foods and products include:
* Emergen-C - 2000 mg. vitamin C packets, a must for colds, sinus, sore throat, etc.
* Fresh garlic - virus fighting, best to use fresh in green salads and main dishes once or twice daily, but it can also be taken in capsule form.
* Natrol Ultimate Antioxidant - greatest immune builder, I take 2-4 capsules daily when colds and flues are threatening.
* Echinacea with Golden Seal & Vitamin C - I have found this Oregon's Wild Harvest brand to be one of the most effective antibiotic/cleanser to fight colds, earaches, sore throat, etc. Do not take acidophilus at the same time as an antibiotic cleanses all bacteria.
* Probiotics: my favorite is UAS Labs, DDS-PLUS Acidophilus with Bifidus - a must for the flu, putting live bacteria in the intestines, and even in the colon if needed. This is also a must to take following a session of taking any kind of anti-biotics (medicinal, herbal) to build back the healthy bacteria.
Just think of it. You really don't have to suffer with sicknesses through the winter months. Get smart! Eat smart! Build your system and feel great instead!
To your best health,
Erleen
Wednesday, January 03, 2007
Slow Down and Value Life!
When you stop and think about it, almost everything is geared towards speed! Our days seem to revolve around things that are fast - fast cars, fast freeways, fast computers, fast food, even get rich quick schemes, quick loss weight gimicks - everything is done in a fast, fast way, and we are yet trying to make things even faster. Why?
Time is valuable, yes! But value is also valueable! So think about this: if anything that is time saving is a loss of value, is it really of worth or benefit to you in the long run.
Does it help to have a fast car, if you are continually getting speeding tickets?
Does a quick weight loss program benefit you if it is not permanent?
Is fast food really worth eating if it contains no nutritive value, which deficiencies will eventually create disorders and cause you to put on weight?
Think about what you value most. Time is important, so where will you spend your time this year?
Will you be spending more time in front of the television or will you spend more time working out?
Will you be spending more time frantically fighting traffic, shopping, and picking up fast foods, or will you be creating good healthy menus at home?
Will you be reading romance novels, comics, movie star magazines, or will you be seeking education to improve your self, your family, and your health?
Time is valuable! But if you will slow down and place a higher value on your health, you will be able to accomplish much more than with any time saving technique or device!
I have a gift for you for the new year. It is "Your Weight, Your Health, Your Choice" audio program. Just click on this link to receive it: http://www.livingahealthylifestyle.com/congrats2.htm
May you enjoy the best of health throughout this coming year and always!
To your best health,
Erleen Tilton
Time is valuable, yes! But value is also valueable! So think about this: if anything that is time saving is a loss of value, is it really of worth or benefit to you in the long run.
Does it help to have a fast car, if you are continually getting speeding tickets?
Does a quick weight loss program benefit you if it is not permanent?
Is fast food really worth eating if it contains no nutritive value, which deficiencies will eventually create disorders and cause you to put on weight?
Think about what you value most. Time is important, so where will you spend your time this year?
Will you be spending more time in front of the television or will you spend more time working out?
Will you be spending more time frantically fighting traffic, shopping, and picking up fast foods, or will you be creating good healthy menus at home?
Will you be reading romance novels, comics, movie star magazines, or will you be seeking education to improve your self, your family, and your health?
Time is valuable! But if you will slow down and place a higher value on your health, you will be able to accomplish much more than with any time saving technique or device!
I have a gift for you for the new year. It is "Your Weight, Your Health, Your Choice" audio program. Just click on this link to receive it: http://www.livingahealthylifestyle.com/congrats2.htm
May you enjoy the best of health throughout this coming year and always!
To your best health,
Erleen Tilton
Thursday, December 14, 2006
Seven Tips for Fat Burning During the Holidays!
This time of year is such a wonderful time. There is a feeling in the air, people reach out to others more, and there are added socials and events that bring people and family members together.
Is there away to avoid gaining a few pounds, and better yet, a way to actually burn fat during the holidays? Yes! Read on and find out how!
1) DRINK WATER - up to 3-5 quarts daily. This is one of the simplest step, yet one we usually think is hard, or forget. This will help you clease toxins and fat as well as have more energy too!
2) Increase your nutrition throughout the entire day - especially if you know you will be attending a social with food. If your day pervious to the event is high in nutrition - meaning lots of raw vegetables, fruits, raw nuts, whole grain cereals, etc. - you have little to worry about.
3) You don't have to eat all those things that are set before you - at work, at socials, given as a gift - you can say no. Give yourself permission to say No Thanks!
4) Take time each day to exercise. Yes, it's the holidays and you are busy, but still take at least 30 minutes to exercise some way. You will feel better, and not only be able to burn more fat, but you will have a less chance of getting sick.
5) Instead of buying or making the traditional candies, pastries, and goodies, buy or make something that is high in nutrition instead (see recipe below). There are just as many healthy things to eat or make as there are unhealthy, so choose the healthy things instead.
6) For extra fat burning, here are two healthy and safe supplements you may want to take: L-Carnitine is an amino acid that breaks down fat. It's best to open capsules in water and drink before you exercise. Hoodia is an herb that speeds up the metabolism and helps you burn more fat.
7) Lastly, be positive. Set your eye on goals to eat only things high in nutrition, drink all the water you can, exercise, then focus on positively succeeding - and you will!
If you are ready for a permanent change in your weight and life, and have the fit, trim and healthy body you desire, you will want to register for the Women's Health Retreat for next spring. But to receive your discount, you must register before the end of this month, December, 31, 2006!
You may register now at: http://www.erleentilton.com/healthretreat.htm .
Have a wonderful Christmas!
To your best health,
Erleen Tilton
FRUIT NUT BALLS - one of my favorite Christmas goodies
1 lb. raisins
1 lb. pitted prunes
1 lb. walnuts
Combine all ingredients in a bowl, then process in a food grinder, food chopper or processor, or just chop fine. Form into 1 inch balls, and roll in sesame seeds, finely chopped coconut, raw wheat germ or oat bran. Keep refrigerated until ready to eat. These will keep several months and are really yummy and good for you too!
Is there away to avoid gaining a few pounds, and better yet, a way to actually burn fat during the holidays? Yes! Read on and find out how!
1) DRINK WATER - up to 3-5 quarts daily. This is one of the simplest step, yet one we usually think is hard, or forget. This will help you clease toxins and fat as well as have more energy too!
2) Increase your nutrition throughout the entire day - especially if you know you will be attending a social with food. If your day pervious to the event is high in nutrition - meaning lots of raw vegetables, fruits, raw nuts, whole grain cereals, etc. - you have little to worry about.
3) You don't have to eat all those things that are set before you - at work, at socials, given as a gift - you can say no. Give yourself permission to say No Thanks!
4) Take time each day to exercise. Yes, it's the holidays and you are busy, but still take at least 30 minutes to exercise some way. You will feel better, and not only be able to burn more fat, but you will have a less chance of getting sick.
5) Instead of buying or making the traditional candies, pastries, and goodies, buy or make something that is high in nutrition instead (see recipe below). There are just as many healthy things to eat or make as there are unhealthy, so choose the healthy things instead.
6) For extra fat burning, here are two healthy and safe supplements you may want to take: L-Carnitine is an amino acid that breaks down fat. It's best to open capsules in water and drink before you exercise. Hoodia is an herb that speeds up the metabolism and helps you burn more fat.
7) Lastly, be positive. Set your eye on goals to eat only things high in nutrition, drink all the water you can, exercise, then focus on positively succeeding - and you will!
If you are ready for a permanent change in your weight and life, and have the fit, trim and healthy body you desire, you will want to register for the Women's Health Retreat for next spring. But to receive your discount, you must register before the end of this month, December, 31, 2006!
You may register now at: http://www.erleentilton.com/healthretreat.htm .
Have a wonderful Christmas!
To your best health,
Erleen Tilton
FRUIT NUT BALLS - one of my favorite Christmas goodies
1 lb. raisins
1 lb. pitted prunes
1 lb. walnuts
Combine all ingredients in a bowl, then process in a food grinder, food chopper or processor, or just chop fine. Form into 1 inch balls, and roll in sesame seeds, finely chopped coconut, raw wheat germ or oat bran. Keep refrigerated until ready to eat. These will keep several months and are really yummy and good for you too!
Thursday, November 30, 2006
Are You Overweight?
Most people if asked this question will have to answer "Yes"! Why are most of us overweight and not as healthy as we should be? Here are a few tips to consider:
1) A food is defined as something you eat that will nourish, give life, energy and health. Are you eating foods? Or are you just stuffing yourself with fluff and stuff that goes on as fat and toxins? Eat foods that nourish and give you life: raw fruits, vegetables, nuts, sprouts, and a variety of grains and beans that are high in protein, fiber and nutrition.
2) Not only does the body needs nourishment, it also needs cleansing. The best cleanser we have is WATER! If its not water, it's not water! Most adults should be drinking 3-4 quarts water daily - good pure distilled water. That way our system is cleansed to keep us energized and healthy.
3) Take a look around you and note that those that are fit and trim work at it. They walk, jog, bike, go to the gym, hike, and more. This is part of good health as well as being fit and trim. Schedule the time to work out just as you do to eat. It's all just a matter of making it a priority!
4) Studies show that people who are overweight constantly think negatively about their weight. If you are always thinking that you are fat, you will never be thin. Begin thinking of yourself as the thin energetic person you want to become. When you look into the mirror, see yourself as the thin, attractive person you will be, and then that's what you will be. Remember, our thoughts always preceed our outcome!
5) At this holiday season, learn to say "NO"! You don't want to put on more weight, so when the goodies, get passed around, just say "No Thanks, my body deserves better!" Choose to eat foods that nourish and work with your body, not against. Keep the raw nuts, veggies, fresh and dried fruits handy.
You can do it! Have a wonderful Christmas! And feel good and energetic too!
1) A food is defined as something you eat that will nourish, give life, energy and health. Are you eating foods? Or are you just stuffing yourself with fluff and stuff that goes on as fat and toxins? Eat foods that nourish and give you life: raw fruits, vegetables, nuts, sprouts, and a variety of grains and beans that are high in protein, fiber and nutrition.
2) Not only does the body needs nourishment, it also needs cleansing. The best cleanser we have is WATER! If its not water, it's not water! Most adults should be drinking 3-4 quarts water daily - good pure distilled water. That way our system is cleansed to keep us energized and healthy.
3) Take a look around you and note that those that are fit and trim work at it. They walk, jog, bike, go to the gym, hike, and more. This is part of good health as well as being fit and trim. Schedule the time to work out just as you do to eat. It's all just a matter of making it a priority!
4) Studies show that people who are overweight constantly think negatively about their weight. If you are always thinking that you are fat, you will never be thin. Begin thinking of yourself as the thin energetic person you want to become. When you look into the mirror, see yourself as the thin, attractive person you will be, and then that's what you will be. Remember, our thoughts always preceed our outcome!
5) At this holiday season, learn to say "NO"! You don't want to put on more weight, so when the goodies, get passed around, just say "No Thanks, my body deserves better!" Choose to eat foods that nourish and work with your body, not against. Keep the raw nuts, veggies, fresh and dried fruits handy.
You can do it! Have a wonderful Christmas! And feel good and energetic too!
Tuesday, September 12, 2006
Do You Eat to Live, or Live to Eat?
Do you eat to live, or do you live to eat? As I ask people that question, most will jokingly answer "I live to eat!" But that is in reality what most of us do. We love to eat, we eat more than we usually should, and most of our activities are centered around food.
Most of us really eat to please our taste buds. However, stop and think about it. Most people barely chew their food, so food is only in the mouth from 5 to 15 seconds, yet it is in the body for 24 hours or more. Does it make sense that we most often only eat to please the taste buds and not fulfill the needs of the body?
Food is for nourishment, building and strenthening of the body. If it can't do that, then we shouldn't be putting it into our mouths. Just eating to please the taste buds really makes no sense when you think about it! So think about your health and how important it is to you. Maybe you won't realize it until you loose it like I did, then you begin to think twice about what and why you eat!
Most of us really eat to please our taste buds. However, stop and think about it. Most people barely chew their food, so food is only in the mouth from 5 to 15 seconds, yet it is in the body for 24 hours or more. Does it make sense that we most often only eat to please the taste buds and not fulfill the needs of the body?
Food is for nourishment, building and strenthening of the body. If it can't do that, then we shouldn't be putting it into our mouths. Just eating to please the taste buds really makes no sense when you think about it! So think about your health and how important it is to you. Maybe you won't realize it until you loose it like I did, then you begin to think twice about what and why you eat!
Thursday, September 07, 2006
Healthy Digestion of Foods!
Many of us don't think about how our digestion is. If we have acid indigestion, we pop the Rolaids in our mouths and go on our way. But if we aren't properly digesting our foods, we may not be assimilating the nutrients. And if we aren't assimilating the nutrients, we may be lacking nutrition.
We sometimes just get into the habit of just eating what sounds good at the moment. How many times do you consider what your body may be needing? Foods don't give us energy. It's the proper digestion of foods that give us the energy. Here are some ideas to consider:
1) Thoroughly chew your food. A cooked carrot may be more nourishing than a raw one if you don't chew it good enough. The stomach does not have teeth, so thoroughly chew your foods and allow your saliva to begin the break down process.
2) Eat foods with raw enzymes to aid digestion: raw vegetables and fruits, raw nuts and seeds (sunflower, sesame, pumpkin), and sprouts are full of valuable digestible enzymes. Celery is especially good to aid digestion - but chew it well.
3) Eat foods that digest well together. Fruits don't digest well with heavy proteins and starches so eat them first thing in the morning and mid-afternoon rather than with a big meal. Heavy proteins and starches don't digest well together either. Beans don't digest well with fruits or tomatoes, so avoid combining them and you will most likely not experience a gassy stomach.
4) Eat simply. The less food combinations eaten together the better. Simply eating raw fruits and vegetables, whole grains and legumes, and/or raw nuts and sprouts provide more fiber, vitamins and minerals which will encourage better digestion.
With good digestion, you will feel better, have more energy and have better weight management.
We sometimes just get into the habit of just eating what sounds good at the moment. How many times do you consider what your body may be needing? Foods don't give us energy. It's the proper digestion of foods that give us the energy. Here are some ideas to consider:
1) Thoroughly chew your food. A cooked carrot may be more nourishing than a raw one if you don't chew it good enough. The stomach does not have teeth, so thoroughly chew your foods and allow your saliva to begin the break down process.
2) Eat foods with raw enzymes to aid digestion: raw vegetables and fruits, raw nuts and seeds (sunflower, sesame, pumpkin), and sprouts are full of valuable digestible enzymes. Celery is especially good to aid digestion - but chew it well.
3) Eat foods that digest well together. Fruits don't digest well with heavy proteins and starches so eat them first thing in the morning and mid-afternoon rather than with a big meal. Heavy proteins and starches don't digest well together either. Beans don't digest well with fruits or tomatoes, so avoid combining them and you will most likely not experience a gassy stomach.
4) Eat simply. The less food combinations eaten together the better. Simply eating raw fruits and vegetables, whole grains and legumes, and/or raw nuts and sprouts provide more fiber, vitamins and minerals which will encourage better digestion.
With good digestion, you will feel better, have more energy and have better weight management.
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