Day: December 17, 2016

Lifestyle, Rx to Wellness, Uncategorized

Are You Taking Antacids, Then Talk to Us!

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Are you taking Antacids?

If you are taking Antacids, then you need to talk to us.

 

Do you suffer from heart burn, acid indigestion, or are being treated for Gerd, peptic ulcers or other digestive issues with a pharmaceutical product, or prescription? Then you need to know that you are very deficient in B12 levels.

This usually results in fatigue and leads to increased cardiovascular risk.

But, do not go out and start taking B12! And we know from other postings never to take a B 12 shot.

In order for your body to replace the B12 in your body, you need to take B Complex.  Yes, B Complex!

 

Also, I have seen this too often, do not take any antacids, prescription or otherwise, if you want to get pregnant, or you are pregnant.

 

Call us for a personalized plan to get you off those antacids, and to uncover what the problem is and why you need to take them in the first place.

 

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Just Beets!

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Just Beets

Beets….For a long time I was completely turned off of beets as I only thought of them at Christmas and Thanksgiving dinners and their sour, pickly taste that I despised so much as a kid. Now that I have finally given them another go, but this time in roasted, shredded or juiced format, I think that they are absolutely amazing and I am disappointed that I didn’t give them another chance sooner! Beets have a mildly sweet, extremely earthy taste to them and they are LOADED with antioxidants and many other nutrients that can be extremely beneficial to your health.

Beets come in many different varieties including the most popular: the red beet. This is the one that you would most often see at family dinners in their sour pickly form. Beets also come in other varieties such as: Golden, Yellow, Chioggia, Cylindra and the very popular beet, the sugar beet. You can find beets in practically any grocery store in their whole form (edible leaves included) or sliced and canned, or pickled and jarred. Beets may not be something you really think about eating very often, or-never, but once you have read about all of the amazing benefits these little vegetables contain, I’m sure you will consider finding ways to incorporate them into your diet more often.

1.Beets have no trans fats and no saturated fats, and are quite filling.

2.Beets contain a high source of folic acid, which is a b vitamin that helps the body to regenerate new cells.

3.Beets are very rich in carbohydrates, which can provide a lot of energy.

4.Studies have shown that consuming beets can protect against certain cancers, especially colon cancer.

5.Beets contain high sources of magnesium, sodium, potassium and vitamin C.

6.The leaves from beets are edible as well and contain many of the same benefits. Beet leaves also are known to combat ‘garlic breath.’

7.Studies have shown that beets are also capable of protecting against heart disease, the number one cause of death in the United States.

8.Beets contain high amounts of boron. Boron is related to the production of human sex hormones, which is why the ancient Romans consumed beets for the purpose of their aphrodisiac effect.

9.Beets cleanse the body and purify blood.

10.Beets contain the same chemical that is used to combat depression Trimethylglycine. If you’re feeling down why not treat yourself to a beet salad? It might just make you feel better.

How can you start to incorporate beets into your diet?

There are many ways that beets can be eaten: raw, shredded, sliced, pickled, roasted, boiled, steamed and juiced. Be careful when preparing them though, well at least the red ones, because their color is so strong that it will stain your hands, clothes and potentially your cutting board! To remove beet juice from your skin, just rub your hands with a little bit of lemon juice. Keep in mind that it is important to be purchasing organic beets, as beets along with all other root vegetables readily absorb the pesticides from the soil from which they are grown. Beets definitely deserve to get some more attention! Be sure to share some of these amazing benefits of beets with your friends and family!

 

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Winter Squash

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Winter Squash

 

Winter Squash is a highly nutritious and alkaline food which

rich in phytonutrients and antioxidants. Varieties of Winter Squash include

Butternut, Acorn, Delicata, Kabocha, Kuri, Buttercup, Spaghetti, Hubbard,

Golden Nugget, and Sweet Dumpling. Each one is unique. Have some fun trying the

different varieties and finding the ones that you love most. Winter Squash is

easy to digest and is an excellent remedy for acidosis and conditions of the

stomach, spleen, liver, and blood. It is wonderfully high in Vitamins A, E, C,

B-complex, and beta carotene, iron, zinc, copper, calcium, and potassium which

are vital for a healthy and strong immune and nervous system. The carotenoids

are especially beneficial for protection against heart disease, breast cancer,

and macular degeneration. Winter Squash is also known to help reduce

inflammation which is excellent for conditions such as asthma, fibromyalgia,

and arthritis. Winter Squash is a low in calorie, fat-free food, yet it is rich

in nutrients making it an ideal choice for any weight loss or nutritional

program. Winter Squash can be eaten savory with spices such as black pepper,

curry powder, or chili pepper, or it can be sweetened with a touch of maple

syrup or honey with spices such as cinnamon and nutmeg for a delicious treat.

It’s creamy and comforting qualities can help satisfy a variety of cravings

while still properly nourishing the body and soul. Winter Squash can be

steamed, baked, roasted, mashed like potatoes, or blended into a soup. The

seeds of winter squash are also edible and can be dried or roasted similarly to

pumpkin seeds and are rich in protein, vitamins, minerals, and amino acids such

as tryptophan which helps to promote a healthy night’s sleep.

 

This may sound boring, compared to all the foods out at this time of year, but remember, it is some of the best fuel for your body.

 

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Almond Snowball Cookies

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Almond Snowball Cookies

Ingredients

2 egg whites

Pinch coarse salt

1/3 cup sugar, eyeball it

1 1/2 cups, about 6 ounces, shredded coconut

1 teaspoon almond extract, eyeball it

1/4 teaspoon grated or ground nutmeg

3 tablespoons all-purpose flour

9 candied red cherries, halved

1/4 cup sliced almonds

Directions

Preheat oven to 350 degrees F.

In a mixing bowl, beat egg whites and salt to soft peaks, then add sugar and beat again until peaks are stiff. Beat in almond flavoring. Using a rubber spatula or wooden spoon, stir in half of the coconut. Sprinkle in the nutmeg and flour, stir, then fold in the remaining coconut.

Using a melon baller or other small scoop, or working with 2 spoons, form 9 “snowballs” a couple of inches apart on each of 2 cookie sheets. Bake snowballs 12 to 15 minutes, until lightly golden. Remove from oven and garnish each snowball with half a cherry and a couple of slivered almonds. Transfer to a rack or serving plate to cool.

***  I would try using coconut or rice flour instead of all purpose, or truvia instead if white sugar.

 

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Flourless Peanut Butter Cookie

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Flourless Peanut Butter Cookies

Ingredients

1 cup natural peanut butter

1 cup sugar

1 teaspoon pure vanilla extract

1 large egg, lightly beaten

Coarse sea salt, for sprinkling

Directions

Preheat the oven to 350 degrees F and place the racks in the upper and lower third of the oven.

In a medium bowl, mix the peanut butter, sugar, vanilla and egg until well combined. Spoon 1 tablespoon of the mixture about 1 inch apart onto ungreased baking sheets. Flatten the mounds with the tines of a fork, making a crosshatch pattern on the cookies. Sprinkle coarse salt on top of the cookies.

Bake until golden around the edges, about 10 minutes, switching the position of the sheets halfway through baking. Transfer to racks to cool. Repeat with the remaining dough

I would substitute truvia, or splenda for baking, instead of sugar.

 

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Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Herbs

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Roasted Beets with Goat Cheese and Herbs

6 beets, about 1 1/2 lb. total weight, greens removed*

1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme

1 tsp. chopped fresh chives

2 Tbsp. extra-virgin olive oil

Salt and freshly ground pepper

2 oz. fresh goat cheese, crumbled

Directions

Preheat the oven to 400° F.

Wrap the beets individually in aluminum foil and roast until tender when pierced with a fork, about 1 hour depending on their size.

When cool, peel and quarter the beets and place in a serving bowl.

In a separate bowl, mix together the thyme, chives and olive oil. Drizzle the olive oil-herb mixture over the beets, season with salt and pepper, and top with the crumbled goat cheese. Serve right away. Serves 4.

*Don’t throw out those beet greens! They are delicious stir-fried, sautéed or braised.

Servings: 4, calories: 181, Protein 4g, Fat 14 g sat fat, chol 7mg, carbs 11 g, sodium 286mg, fiber 3g,

Remember that beets naturally lower your blood pressure!

In the picture, they used three different types of beets.

 

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