Stress is a normal part of life. While we cannot avoid it, being prepared and knowing how to recover from stress is key! How Stress Affects Magnesium Levels in the Body First of all, what is stress? Stress is basically what happens when body’s homeostasis is OFF or when our inner balance is OFF balance….
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Homemade Electrolyte Drink for Extended Fasting
Incorporating electrolyte drink into your fasting regime can prevent discomfort and even boost your overall energy. I like it when that happens. Don’t you? Read on game changing info. If you’re feeling sluggish, getting muscle cramps, or performing poorly while fasting, there’s a good chance you’re low on electrolytes. If you are experiencing all those…
What Happens to your Body During a Water Fast
Whether you’re currently fasting or heavily considering a fast, this info will be a source of inspo- to push you along your journey. Find out what happens to your body during a water fast.* Let’s face it, when you’re in the thick of a fast, it’s nice to go back the to science of things…
The Ultimate Health Benefits of Fasting
The benefits of fasting include weight loss, improved heart health and brain function, even improved blood sugar control. If you have yet to try fasting, I highly recommend it.* Do you love to eat? Me too! Buuuut sometimes good food and the love of it can possibly take a toll on your health in ways…
Why “Rebounding” is the Best Exercise During #stayhome
A mini trampoline is the perfect piece of equipment to have at home during this Covid-10 quarantine. It combines the benefits of resistance training and low impact cardio. Rebounding is the the most fun and effective #stayhome workout there is, HANDS DOWN! First of all, I need to mention the difference between a rebounder and…
Ingredient Spotlight: Pine Pollen
Pine pollen is a particularly beneficial supplement for vegan and vegetarians as it not only contains vitamin D3, it’s also approximately 30% protein! Add it to tea, smoothies, and desserts. Pine Pollen is the newest addition to the smoothie section of my pantry. It’s got an interesting taste–very reminiscent of bee pollen. I’ve been adding…
How to Do Laundry Without a Washing Machine
Live in a small apartment? Quarantined? Want to be more self-sufficient? No convenient access to a laundry mat? Want to save money? Whatever the case may be, everyone can benefit from learning how to do their laundry without a washing machine. I’ve been doing my laundry without a washing machine for about 7 months now…
The Best Detoxifying and Cleansing Juice Combinations
Simply moving to a whole-foods diet and adding one or two fruit and vegetable juices to your daily routine will go a long way toward flushing your systems and tissues. Below are some juice (and smoothie) combinations and the organs they target. Combine three or four fruits and/or vegetables with 1/2 teaspoon of dried herb…
What the **** are Macambo Beans?
Well known for their richness in nutrients, Macambo beans are thought to aid in brain function and digestive support. I discovered these crunchy morsel while shopping at Erewhon last a couple months ago. My temptation got the best of me when I saw someone crunching on them while in the store like they were potato…
Need to Hit the Reset Button? Try Cleansing with a Juice Fast!
Brief periods of drinking ONLY fresh fruits and/or veggie juice and plenty of water can be a healthy way to give your digestive system a complete rest so that your body can do the toxin elimination and organ repair work it’s designed to do. A juice fast can be healthy because: Your cells are being…