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Ready for that morning smoothie that will give you that wake up call you’ve been looking for ??

Well here it is ….

Greens are incredibly nutritious, and yet we struggle to get anywhere near the recommended amount in

our diets. Many of us also find them hard to digest. It has been suggested that this is caused by

insufficient amounts of stomach acid, as well as not having enough jaw strength to chew them till fibrous

greens reach a creamy consistency. Blending greens breaks down their structure, effectively pre-

digesting them. Adding fruit enhances the taste, and is also a clever way of getting more fruit into your

diet, which most people also don’t get enough of.

Blending greens in a smoothie is an easy way to incorporate them into your diet. It’s also ideal from a

nutritional perspective, as it ruptures the plant cell membranes, allowing the nutrients to be released

and digested very easily.

NOTE:

Try to buy your greens organic; they’ll be free of pesticides and herbicides, and will contain more

nutrients than conventional greens. If you can only buy non-organic, please wash them very thoroughly

with a high quality, chemical-free fruit and veggie wash.

IN A NUTSHELL:

This smoothie may take you a while to enjoy, but try sticking with it every day for a week, and by the

end of it, not only will you be bouncing off the walls with energy like 5 year-old, but your taste buds will

have adapted, and you’ll find yourself craving it!

Don’t feel discouraged if you are missing an ingredient or two – simply leave it out OR substitute it for

something similar.

This particular recipe was part created by my good friend, acupuncturist and herbalist, Debbie Kim.

INGREDIENTS:

1 cup of Kale

1 cup of Leafy Greens – Alternate (Romaine Lettuce, Spinach, Collard Greens, Swiss Chard)

1 Apple or Pear

1/2 cup of Fresh Jicama (peeled and cut into small pieces)

1/2 cup of Blueberries or Mixed Berries

1/2 Fennel Bulb

2 stalks of Celery

1/2 Cucumber

1 scoop of Garden of Life Perfect Food Raw (Superfood)

1 scoop of Garden of Life Raw Protein

2 cups of Water (Filtered or pure Spring Water)

1/2 tsp of Stevia (or more – to taste for sweeter flavor)

DIRECTIONS:

1.Place all ingredients in a blender container.

2.Blend until smooth and thoroughly incorporated. Pour into glasses and serve.

Enjoy :0)

Here is the Blog I posted on Cambio www.cambio.com Just incase you haven’t read it.

Green Tea is all the rage right now—known to reduce high blood pressure and lower cholesterol, Green Tea is taking the health world by storm. It also contains four primary polypehnols which are powerful antioxidants that have been shown to fight viruses, slow aging and have a general beneficial effect on a person’s health. Not only does it contain all these valuable attributes, but it’s also known for its weight loss effects, which has been causing more and more people to start taking the supplement.

But is everything you read actually true?

To a degree—yes.

According to a study report in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, scientists have found that Green Tea extract resulted in a significant increase in energy expenditure (a metabolism “boost”).

Experts have also found that the catechins, a water-soluble polypehnol and antioxidant which gives Green Tea its bitterness and astringency, helps to inhibit the movement of glucose into fat cells.

Scientists at the University of Chicago carried out experiments on rats and found that the Green Tea caused these rats to lose up to 21 percent of their body weight. Rats injected with a Green Tea extract lost their appetites and consumed between 30 and 60 percent less food after seven days of daily injections.

I would suggest 3-4 cups per day would represent an ideal dosage to harness the positive effects of green tea. If this seems like an impossible challenge to you, then Green Tea supplements are they way to go.

There are two ways to lose weight — either reduce energy intake, or increase energy expenditure. Because hypothyroidism — even after treatment — may reduce energy expenditure in some people, patients naturally are looking for options that can help safely help raise the metabolism.

In a study reported on in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition, it was found that green tea extract resulted in a significant increase in energy expenditure (a measure of metabolism), plus also had a significant effect on fat oxidation. While some of the effects were originally theorized to be due to the caffeine content of green tea, the researchers discovered that the tea actually has properties that go beyond those that would be explained by the caffeine. The same amount of caffeine as was in the green tea, administered alone, failed to change energy expenditure in other studies. This led reseachers to believe that there is some interaction going on with the active ingredients of green tea that promotes increased metabolism and fat oxidation.

The researchers indicated that their findings have substantial implications for weight control. A 4% overall increase in 24-hour energy expenditure was attributed to the green tea extract, however, the research found that the extra expenditure took place during the daytime. This led them to conclude that, since thermogenesis (the body’s own rate of burning calories) contributes 8-10% of daily energy expenditure in a typical cubject, that this 4% overall increase in energy expenditure due to the green tea actually translated to a 35-43% increase in daytime thermogenesis.

Now selling a Green Tea Supplement in my store – check it out !

Also called Isphagula, psyllium belongs to the plant family Plantago and among its parts considered to be beneficial to health are the seed and husk. The many psyllium husk benefits have contributed greatly to its growing popularity in the health industry.

What Is It?

The husk of the psyllium is primarily composed of mucilage or soluble fiber. For this reason, they are easily dissolved yet not readily digested and absorbed in the digestive tract.

The fiber component is known to reduce appetite, improve digestion and cleanse your system of harmful toxins. It is a good fiber supplement if your diet is lacking.

Psyllium seeds swell 10-20 times their size when they come in contact with water.That’s why you should drink plenty of water if you’re taking a fiber supplement.

What are the Benefits?

Because of its soluble fiber component,it has been widely used for the following health problems:

1. Cholesterol Control – to reduce the risk of high cholesterol-associated illnesses, the US Food and Drug Administration (FDA), intake of at least 3 to 12 grams of fiber can reduce LDL cholesterol as well as total cholesterol levels
2. Constipation – psyllium husk allows for increased absorption of water during digestion resulting to softened stools and reduced pain associated with hemorrhoids
3. Diarrhea – used as an agent for bulk-forming, it can relieve mild and moderate cases of diarrhea by firming up stools and allow for its slower passage.
4. High sugar levels in blood – Proven to lower blood sugar levels in patients diagnosed with diabetes
5. Inflammatory bowel disease – studies have revealed that it can actually regulate consistency and frequency of stool in individuals with this digestive problem. In addition, it reduces bloating and flatulence.
6. Obesity and Weight Loss – improves lipid and sugar levels in the blood effectively reducing body weight
7. Colon Cancer Prevention – some studies have shown possiblities of reduced risk for colon cancer
8. Preparation for Colonoscopy Procedure – cleanses the colon before a colonoscopy.

With the many amazing benefits, including it in your low-fat diet can improve your overall health.

Psyllium acts as a sponge, sucking up toxins and helping the friendly bacteria in your stomach!

Some benefits include:

• Helps against constipation
• Acts as a lubricant
• Lowers cholesterol
• Cleanses the colon
• Helps with blood pressure
• Safe laxative
• May help with weight loss
• Treat stomach and intestinal ulcers
• Good against heartburn

There are times when you should be careful and consult your doctor before trying this supplement.

For example if you…

• Are pregnant
• Are under 7 years old
• Have diabetes
• Have had stomach problems before
• Have difficulty swallowing

Psyllium fiber is in the FDA pregnancy category B. Which basically means that it is unlikely to harm your baby. But check with your doctor anyway!

I use psyllium when I am on a fast or when I am feeling constipated. And it works great for me.

My overall experience with psyllium has been very safe.

My worst experiences have been mild rumbling in the stomach and having to run to the bathroom a few times more than usual

I also sometimes get a mild sensation in my head, but it’s nothing to worry about. It feels more like I just woke up and it passes quickly.

My bowel movements are a solid 2-3 even sometimes 4 a day since using Psylium.

You can buy  Psyllium Husk at my store, shipping is free in the US.