Ten Worst Things for your Immune System

This list is adapted from Gut and Psychology Syndrome  I strongly recommend this book to anyone dealing with chronic health issues like fibromyalgia, depression, autism, ADD, or ADHD.



Ten Worst Things for your Immune System

1. Sugar: candy, soda, cakes, cookies, etc
2. Processed carbohydrates: corn chips, potato chips, cereal, bread, pasta, etc
3. Chemically altered and artificial fats: margarine, fake butter, vegetable oils, etc
4. Lack of protein: from meats, fish, eggs,and dairy.
5. Exposure to Man-made chemicals: cleaning detergent, paint, pesticide, petrochemicals, make-up
6. Drugs:  antibiotics, steroids, antidepressants, painkillers, anti-cancer meds, anti-viral drugs, etc
7. Exposure to man-made radiation: TV and computer screens, cell phones, power lines, etc
8. Lack of fresh air and physical activity
9. Lack of exposure to sunlight
10. Lack of exposure to common microbes in the environment:  The immune system needs constant stimulation from thee microbes in the environment.  Living an a totally sterilized environment can actually compromise your immunity.

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Top Ten Natural Acne Solutions

Acne and skin rashes are not just an adolescent problem.  These skin problems irritate adults as well.  Here are a few pointers for keeping your skin clear of blemishes without using chemicals:

1. Avoid sugar, gluten and processed foods.  These items encourage yeast and harmful bacteria to grow in the gut. 
2. Avoid heavy make up containing chemicals like propylene glycol.
3. Use hyper-allergenic make up like Almay and Neutrogena.
4. Avoid sunscreens that are full of chemicals and water-proof (try Sunforgettable by Colore Science).
5. Clean your face with a gentle glycerin soap like 365 Olive Aloe Glycerin Bar
6. Take a high quality probiotic like Probiotic Eleven (use sponsor #2617576-2, Anna H. Rawls for DISCOUNTS).
7. Use a homeopathic remedy to heal the blemishes:  Acne Homeopathy (use sponsor #2617576-2, Anna H. Rawls doe DISCOUNTS).
8. Drink 6-8 glasses of pure water everyday.
9. Spot treat blemishes with therapeutic grade essential oils: Lavender, Lemon, Tea tree Therapeudic Grade Essential Oils (use sponsor # 2617576-2, Anna H. Rawls for DISCOUNTS).
10. Start the day with a cleansing protein shake (see my recipe under Breakfast Recipe post).

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Ten Ways to Strengthen Immunity

This list is adapted from Gut and Psychology Syndrome.  I strongly recommend this book to anyone dealing with chronic health issues.  Some of the items listed may surprise you!

1. Cold pressed oils: olive oil, fish oils, nut and seed oils.
2. Fresh eggs (free-range organic), particularly raw egg yolk.
3. Onions and garlic.
4. Freshly pressed vegetable and fruit juices. Juiceman juicer
5. Eating greens regularly:  parsley, dill, coriander, spring onion, and garlic
6. Probiotic Supplementation and fermented foods.
7. Contact with animals: horses, dogs, etc. Having a pet is very beneficial to a child's immunity.
8. Physical activity outside in fresh air.
9. Swimming in unpolluted natural waters: lakes, rivers, and sea.
10. Exposure to sunlight and sensible sunbathing (helps you make vitamin D).

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Refreshing Lemon Mint Ginger Tea: Natural Cleanser

I find that whenever I have a flairup, I need to really watch what I eat and focus on cleansing.  The body does most of its cleansing between bedtime and 10am.  It is best not to interfere with this natural process by eating heavy foods before that time.  This tea is very refreshing and aids the body's natural cleansing process.

Lemon Mint Ginger Tea

Ingredients:

1 organic green tea bag
1 lemon
1/2 inch fresh ginger
2 drops peppermint oil
raw honey (if desired)

Boil water and remove from the heat.
Add ingredients
Brew for 7 minutes
Enjoy!

My Breakfast Shake

I manage my weight and energy by avoiding carbohydrates before lunch time.  I find that if I start out eating protien, I feel satisfied and do not crave carbs all day.  When I used to eat breakfast cereals, I gained weight because I was always munching on carbohydrate snacks.  I mentioned my shake in previous posts like "Bikini Belly: The Fringe Benefit of Healthy Digestion" and "Fibromyalgia Fourty, Younger than Thirty."  I use ProtoClear Protein Shake because it, not only provides protien, but also vitamins and minerals.  This shake is really good for people with Fibromyalgia because it also contains supplements that help to clean the liver and the digestive system.  I serve it to my husband and daughter as well.  They actually like the way it tastes!  Here is my recipe:

MY BREAKFAST SHAKE

Ingredients:

1 cup Plain Yogurt (organic or homemade)
1/2 cup frozen berries
1/2 tsp flaxseed oil
1/2 tsp olive oil
1 tsp cinnamon
1 scoop
ProtoClear
3/4 cup
Almond Milk
Vitamix Blender or
Cuisinart Food Processor

Combine ingredients in the blender or food processor.
Blend until smooth and enjoy!

Healing Food List: What to Eat When You Feel Tired and Bloated

If you are like me, you may often suffer from bloating and exhaustion.  This is particularly true for when I eat pasta and bread.  In my search for holistic solutions, I have been inspired by a couple of books that I am studying:  Gut and Psychology Syndrome and Signs and Symptoms Analysis.  Both books contain lists of foods that are helpful to anyone suffering from digestive disorders.  How do you know that you have digestive problems?  One sign is that you may feel bloated and tired immediately after eating a food that contributes to the inflammation of your digestive tract.  Here is a list of Harmful and Helpful Foods.  I keep it on my refridgerator to help me stay on track:

HARMFUL and HELPFUL FOODS for HEALTHY DIGESTION

Harmful Fats:
Vegetable oils
Corn oil
Canola oil
Margarine

Helpful Fats:
Olive oil (not for cooking)
Coconut oil (good for cooking)
Ghee (made from organic butter)
Organic Butter
Flaxseed Oil
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Harmful Sweeteners
Corn Syrup
Sugar
Fructose
Sucrose
Maple Syrup
Agave Nectar
Molasses

Helpful Sweeteners
Raw Honey
Stevia
Dates
Cinnamon

Harmful Protein
Canned Fish, preserved, salted, smoked, or canned
Meats, processed, smoked, or preserved
Sausages (unless prepared without sulfites/nitrates)
Bologna

Helpful Protein (stewed or baked)
Salmon (Wild Alaskan)
Mahi Mahi
Talapia
Beef
Lamb
Pork
Chicken

Protoclear Protien Shake
Eggs (soft scrambled, soft boiled)


Harmful Carbs
Wheat
Oats
White rice
Pasta
Rye bread
Spelt
Corn
Corn starch
Wheat germ
Cereals
Tortilla Chips
Potato chips
Pretzels



Helpful Carbs
Brown Rice
all kinds of friut
all berries
Celery
Bok choy
Broccolli
Asparagus
Beets
Apricots
Cabbage
Brussel Sprouts
Carrots
Cauliflower
Collard greens
Cucumber
Kale
Lettuce
Lima beans
Onions
Peas
Peppers
Tomatoes
Parsley
Squash
Spinach
Zucchini

Harmful Cheeses
Processed or cheese spreads
Chevre
Cottage
Cream cheese
Gjetost
Gruyere
Mozarella
Neufchatel
Primost
Ricotta

Helpful Cheeses
Asiago
Blue
Brick
Brie
Camembert
Cheddar
Colby
Raw Cheddar
Colby
Edam
Gorgonzola
Gouda
Havarti
Limburger
Monterey Jack
Muenster
parmesean
Port du Salut
Roquefort
Swiss
Romano
Dry curd cottage cheese
Homemade Plain Yogurt (see recipe in my blog post from April 2010)

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