Innholdsfortegnelse for 7-Day Detox i 7-Day Detox

Cleansing your body and clearing your mind has a multitude of health benefits. In this issue, you’ll learn why detoxing is important, how to properly detox, what to eat (and what not to), and how to treat yourself to quiet, regenerative time so you can fully recover from life’s stresses. Optimum time is seven days, but you can take a weekend or go longer if you like—it’s all up to you. Choose from delicious healthy power drinks and gluten-, dairy-, sugar- and meat-free recipes to help you get rid of all the nasties that build up in your system over time. Start today! We believe in the BEST YOU! THE 7-DAY DETOX TEAM…

We’ve always been told to drink plenty of water, but many of us still struggle to reach our daily target. There’s no underestimating the importance of hydration for the human body. Aside from quenching our thirst, water is essential for our bodies to function. A lack of water can impact us in a variety of ways. Your body is made up of around 60–70% water. That’s a huge percentage of your body’s makeup, so when people say water is crucial for survival, they aren’t kidding. Staying hydrated is by far one of the best things you can do for your digestive health. It is required for a whole range of essential tasks, including: acting as a transportation system for nutrients, circulating them around the body; lubrication; regulation of your temperature;…

BROWN SUGAR SCRUB active time 10 minutes start to finish 10 minutes makes 1 cup Place a heatproof bowl over a saucepan of boiling water off the heat. Add 2 tablespoons coconut oil, 2 tablespoons rice bran oil and 1 tablespoon rice malt syrup; stir until combined. Remove bowl from pan; stand until cool to touch. Stir in ½ cup each brown sugar and white sugar. Stop there, or to fortify scrub, add 1 vitamin E oil capsule and 1 teaspoon jojoba oil and 5 drops lavender essential oil or other essential oil. Spoon into a jar. To use, scoop out desired amount of scrub before entering shower. Massage scrub onto wet skin in a circular motion. Rinse and dry. BUFF & GLOW COFFEE SCRUB active time 10 minutes start…

PEPPERMINT PICK-ME-UP active time 5 minutes start to finish 5 minutes serves 1 Place ½ cup loosely packed fresh mint leaves, 1 teaspoon cacao nibs, 1 teaspoon coconut nectar syrup or pure maple syrup into a heatproof mug. Add 1 cup boiling water; stand for at least 5 minutes. tips Peppermint is associated with alertness and can aid with sluggish digestion. • Cacao nibs also assist in providing an extra afternoon pick-me-up. FRUITY HIBISCUS TEA SODA active time 5 minutes start to finish 5 minutes + cooling & refrigeration makes 2 cups concentrate and 8 cups soda Place 1 tablespoon hibiscus tea into a heatproof container with 1 teaspoon vanilla bean paste. Pour in 2 cups boiling water; leave to cool. Strain and chill tea concentrate. To use, combine 1…

GETTING ENOUGH IRON Sourcing sufficient iron on a plant-based diet is a challenge for many people. Iron is an essential nutrient as it carries oxygen to the blood. Iron deficiency (anaemia) is not more prevalent in those on a plant-based diet than meat eaters, though iron stores are shown to be lower in studies of vegans. Deficiencies are more common among menstruating women, female athletes and children. Iron in food is commonly found in two forms: heme and non-heme iron. Meat comprises of 40% heme iron and 60% non-heme iron, while all iron in plant-based food is heme. Since plant sources are not as bioavailable, vegans should be especially aware of the foods that are high in iron and techniques to increase absorption. Combining foods high in iron with vitamin…

Let’s start with the bad news: It’s been estimated that, on average, we eat or drink about 4 quarts of pesticides, take in 11 pounds of chemical food additives and breathe in two grams of solid pollution every year. WHY YOU NEED TO DETOX We all want to enjoy good health, unlimited energy, restful sleep and a sense of well-being. But the world around us presents us with real challenges in realizing these goals. We may find ourselves relying on convenience food for our daily meals because we’re working longer hours. Is it any wonder, then, that our freezers tend to be stocked with frozen dinners or other commercially prepared food, or that we find ourselves getting takeout more often than is healthy? Even if we try to improve our…

HYDRATING GREEN TEA MASK active time 5 minutes start to finish 15 minutes makes 2 masks Place 2 teaspoons loose green tea in a mug, pour ½ cup boiling water over tea; steep for 10 minutes, stir in 1 teaspoon lemon juice. Place ½ cup rice flour in a small food processor; strain green tea mixture over rice flour. Blend to form a paste. Add ½ ripe avocado; blend until smooth. Spread half the mask over a clean face and neck; leave on for 20 minutes. Rinse mask off with warm water then pat face dry. Place remaining mask in a container or jar, cover the surface directly with plastic wrap and seal with a lid. Mask can be refrigerated for up to 3 days. EXFOLIATING OATMEAL MASK active time…

RAINBOW CHARD & GARLIC BAKED EGGS active time 15 minutes start to finish 30 minutes serves 4 6 medium rainbow chard leaves with stems2 tablespoons extra virgin olive oil2 cloves garlic, crushed8 eggs⅓ cup heavy whipping cream2 tablespoons roasted skinless hazelnuts, chopped coarsely2 tablespoons small fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves 1. Preheat oven to 350°F. Grease four 1-cup shallow ovenproof dishes. 2. Chop chard stems into 2-in lengths; coarsely chop remaining leaves. 3. Heat oil in a large frying pan over medium heat; cook chard stems, stirring, for 2 minutes or until just tender. Add garlic and chard leaves; cook, stirring for 2 minutes or until garlic is fragrant and leaves have wilted. Season. 4. Divide chard mixture among dishes. Carefully break two eggs into each dish, then add cream. 5.…

Nails can often be forgotten, but virtually every nutritional deficiency can affect the growth and health of your nails in some way. Certain nutrients, however, are more important than others to maintain strong, healthy nails. Your nails are made up of keratin-rich proteins and trace vitamins and minerals in proportion to the amount of each you consume. It makes sense, then, that nutrition plays an important role in the health of your nails. As nails are made from a protein base of keratin, just like your hair, they require adequate protein from your diet to keep them growing strong. Meat, poultry, dairy and seafood are great sources of protein. If you’re vegan, legumes, nuts and beans are good options. A deficiency in iron or vitamin B12 can result in brittle…

An enviable radiant glow is something many of us aspire to achieve. Yet, with our fast-paced lifestyles and daily stressors taking their toll, it can be a challenge to keep our skin in top-notch condition. Aside from drinking plenty of water each day, there are lots of fresh foods you can enjoy to assist in maintaining a healthy glow. Oily fish, such as salmon, sardines, anchovies and tuna, are high in omega-3s, which reduce inflammation and keep the skin moisturized. They’re also rich in protein, vitamin E and zinc, all of which are essential for supple, soft and clear skin. Protection from the sun is critical for healthy skin, long-term. Broccoli contains sulforaphane, which may assist in the prevention of skin cancer and protect you from sunburn from the inside…

Protein is the building block of hair, so it makes sense to enjoy a protein-rich diet for strong, healthy locks. Foods such as meat, poultry, dairy, eggs, legumes, beans and soy all provide plenty of protein. Plus they’re rich in B vitamins to help create the red blood cells that carry nutrients to your scalp and hair follicles. Without adequate protein and vitamin B intake, your hair can turn weak and brittle, and growth may slow down. Vitamin B5, in particular, may help with hair thinning and hair loss. You can find it in Greek-style yogurt if eating meat isn’t your thing. Eggs are rich in biotin, which is a B vitamin that can aid in keeping your scalp healthy. Oysters and seeds also protect your scalp from dryness and…