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October 26, 2009October 26, 2009

Pop-culture Probiotics: Good as they say?

Does yogurt withstand the scrutiny?

After a lawsuit, Activa now displays scientific names for each Probiotic strain on its label

Society is becoming more and more aware of the host nature that humans hold with bacteria.

There are more cells of bacteria than there are human cells in our bodies — does that make us more bacteria or more human?

It’s all part of the system. We need the sun, we need the Earth, and we need each other.

Not all probiotics are created equal

There are an abundance of bacteria species, which seem to have varying and overlapping properties.

We know that S. Boulardii works well for preventing and treating diarrhea. For immunity, studies indicate that strains of Lactobacillus acidophilus and Bifidus lowered incidence of flu symptoms by 70% over a group who wasn’t supplementing. It’s difficult for science to say which strain is the best, but we find significant evidence in how these foods benefit people so immensely.

Probiotic supplements are better, Living Foods are Best.

Living foods include Yogurt, Sauerkraut, Kim Chi, Tempeh, Kefir, Kombucha, etc…they are alive and want to help you stay alive.

For example, Yogurt : Benefits include…

Active beneficial bacteria — stimulates immune system and aids in digestion
High in protein
Low glycemix index (plain yogurt helps you get slim)
Vitamins and minerals

Kefir and Raw Sauerkraut are powerful as well. No need to choose one — eat them all!

Nutrition, Immunity, and Digestion

October 2, 2009October 2, 2009

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Eat Meat, Look like Jessica Biel

In healthy quantities, meat can help people look like this:

Jessica Biel: FORMER vegetarian

Meat is GREAT for lean muscle, but how can I make it part of my healthy lifestyle?

I understand the arguments against meat. Aside from the protein content, there are parts of meat that just aren’t good for your body.

The GOOD part, is that we can balance the negatives of meat with other wise food choices. Here’s a little example of something I find works well for me:

Meat Eating Strategy

1. Prepare your body for digestion, and create an intestinal environment where toxins won’t survive.

20 minutes before eating beef:

Liquefy 1-2 tablespoon coconut oil and add to hot water for tea (or herbs)

The power of coconut oil lies in its ability to be used as a highly efficient source of energy, while containing natural fatty acids that burn fat and kill viruses. Meanwhile, the herbs in tea will support healthy metabolism, digestion, and anti-parasitic action.

You wouldn’t go to work without your clothes on, so why wouldn’t you be ready for the meat machine?

Coconut oil is worthy.

2. Eat vegetables, containing nutrients and fiber to aid in digestion.

In fact, 30 g fiber per day keeps disease away.

3. Consume Kefir!

Almost all of the negative effects of beef are balanced by Kefir.

Kefir, Meat, and My Body: Consuming Kefir will…

Reduce levels of Blood Pressure due to it’s naturally occurring content of Potassium, Calcium, and Magnesium.
Calming effect on the nervous system, ideally allowing for more efficient digestion.
Supply body with ample beneficial bacteria which release anti-bacterial, anti-viral, and anti-oxidant compounds specifically targeted toward nearly all the bad microbes.
Raw Kefir is loaded with digestive enzymes, which allow your pancreas to rest and recuperate.
Anti-inflammatory.
Largely acts as a cleanser for the colon to get rid of toxins.
DON’T HAVE TO EAT AS MUCH MEAT, because Kefir already contains well absorbed, easily digestible, and readily available amino acids.