Get 2008 started right and make this your year for vibrant health! In this article I’m sharing my four favorite super foods to get you moving on the right path to building at healthly lifestyle, and improving digestion, immunity and vitality that lasts all day.
1.Organic land and ocean vegetables: These are low in calories and rich in essential minerals, vitamins, protein and important trace elements that are lacking in non-organic land vegetables due to soil demineralization. Sea vegetables such as Nori, Kombu or Wakame contain more minerals than any other kind of food. Remember that eating raw cruciferous vegetables like broccoli, cabbage, cauliflower and radishes can actually suppress thyroid hormone production leading to fatigue and a slowing of your metabolism. Gentle steaming, stir-frying or fermentating will eliminate this problem.
2. Fermented foods and drinks: Amazingly, these are enzyme and probiotic-rich, and they improve digestion, stop sugar cravings, provide essential vitamins and minerals and boost immunity. Populate your gut with beneficial bacteria to build immunity and promote vibrant health. Try them as the perfect accompaniment to all types of protein such as eggs, beef, chicken or fish. Add sour cream to create a fresh nutrient-dense dip. Vegetable juices can be added to organic olive oil for a tangy salad dressing. At Women’s Health Advantage we carry lacto-fermented vegetables, juices and coconut kifer by Alive foods.
3. Healthy proteins: These include organic grass-fed meat, poultry and wild fish. An excellent online source is www.uswellnessmeats.com. Raw dairy: milk, cream, colostrum, cheese and butter are available at Whole Foods.
Seeds and nuts are also an excellent source of protein. Soak or sprout first to neutralize enzyme inhibitors that can block utilization of nutrients. Almonds, pecans, cashews, macadamia nuts and peanuts have a high content of stable oleic acid that prevents them from going rancid easily. Prepare by soaking and dehydrating. Then store for months at room temperature in an airtight container!
4. Healthy fats: These provide essential fatty acids that give us beautiful skin, brain power, enhanced immunity and fight depression. Although demonized by the mainstream press, the healthiest forms of fat are the saturated fats. Examples include raw butter, coconut oil, lard, tallow and small amounts of olive oil. Note that lard and tallow products must come from animals that were raised properly.
Are you tired of just wishing for better health? Overwhelmed when thinking about what to do next? Ready to make positive changes and live a more vibrant life?
If you are suffering from health symptoms that you can’t seem to explain or find relief from, then discover Women’s Health Advantage and empower your future health!
Contact Jill Redfern RN, enzyme and digestive health specialist at 661-310-7373 or www.womenshealthadvantage.com .