Cellulose is actually mulched wood turned into a powder and yes, it’s in the Parmesan cheese.
Buy a block of Parmesan cheese and grate your own.
Always check the labels
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Melatonin
This hormone has been around a long time to help improve sleep. But research show that melatonin can have anti-cancer benefits too.
It’s been shown in several clinical studies to reduce side effect severity when taken along side chemotherapy and radiation. But adding melatonin to one’s daily regimen can help with survival rate and tumor regression.
How much melatonin should you take depends on your health and what your goals are.
To improve sleep, it’s generally suggested to take one to three mg of melatonin before bedtime. However, for those fighting cancer or who are in remission, human studies show that higher doses (20mg/night) can result in even higher survival rates by almost double.
It also can help minimize the negative effects of cancer treatments.
- Decrease the level of fatigue
- Improve cognitive function (brain fog)
- Protect agains lower platelet counts and neurotoxicity
- Reduce symptoms of depression
Even if cancer is not your concern, we are exposed to so much artificial light (televisions, computers, phones, tablets, etc), that our melatonin levels can drop and our sleep cycles can be disrupted.
Consider adding Melatonin to your supplements to help create a great night’s sleep!
Which is healthier?
Avocado or Blueberries?
Both AARE considered a “superfood” so we obviously can’t go wrong with either one. But it’s good to view the differences if you have specific health goals.
- Avocado has more protein, healthy fat (Omega 3s), and fiber, while blueberries have more carbs. An easy win for avocado here, unless you’re on a calorie-controlled diet perhaps, since avocado is also higher in those.
- Avocado has more of vitamins A, B1, B2, B3, B5, B6, B7, B9, C, E, K, and choline, while blueberries are not higher in any vitamins. Pretty much a slam dunk here.
- Avocado is higher in minerals. It has more calcium, copper, iron, magnesium, phosphorus, potassium, selenium, and zinc, while blueberries are higher in manganese. Another win for avocados.
- Blueberries have about 1193x the polyphenol content that avocados do. Blueberries got the reputation for antioxidant properties for a reason; it is well-deserved!
Try adding an avocado to your salads to get more protein. Adding blueberries to your protein shakes and yogurt for healthy snacking!
How do you incorporate these snacks into your daily diet?
Fruits and Vegetables Can Help Prevent Cancer
In study after study, diets high in fruits and vegetables have been shown to lower cancer risk. Fruits and veggies are rich in polyphenols, flavonoids, dietary fiber and antioxidant vitamins and minerals that have a huge impact on fighting cancer.
Unfortunately, many conventionally grown fruits and vegetables are loaded with unwanted chemicals like, glyphosate – the active ingredient in the weedkiller Roundup.
Glyphosate was introduced in 1996, found to be ‘probably carcinogenic’ in 2015, and in 2019, scientists at University of Washington reported a compelling link between exposure to glyphosate-based herbicides and increased risk for non-Hodgkin’s lymphoma.
Note: The Environmental Protection Agency (EPA) continues to insist that there is no evidence that glyphosate causes cancer in people. That said, Bayer, which acquired Monsanto in 2018, has shelled out over $10 million for current and future lawsuits involving glyphosate and NHL.
To no surprise, eating a diet filled with organic fruits and veggies is linked with lower cancer risks. Five servings/day is optimal but even two servings/day can lower your risk by 10%. Just make sure you choose organic!
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Eating for Health
BANANAS
•Protect your heart.
•Strengthen bones.
•Control blood pressure.
•Block diarrhea.
BEANS
•Prevent constipation.
•Help hemorrhoids.
•Lower cholesterol.
•Combat cancer.
•Stabilize blood sugar.
BROCCOLI
•Saves eyesight.
•Combats cancer.
•Protects your heart.
•Controls blood pressure.
CABBAGE
•Combats cancer.
•Prevents constipation.
•Promotes weight loss.
•Protects your heart.
•Helps hemorrhoids.
CARROTS
•Save eyesight.
•Protect your heart.
•Prevent constipation.
•Combat cancer.
•Promote weight loss.
CAULIFLOWER
• Protects against Prostate Cancer.
•Combats Breast Cancer.
•Strengthens bones.
•Banishes bruises.
•Guards against heart disease.
GARLIC
•Lowers cholesterol.
•Controls blood pressure.
•Combats cancer.
•Kills bacteria.
•Fights fungus.
GRAPEFRUIT
•Protects against heart attacks
•Promotes Weight loss
•Helps stops strokes
•Combats Prostate Cancer
•Lowers cholesterol
GRAPES
•Save eyesight.
•Conquer kidney stones.
•Combat cancer.
•Enhance blood flow.
•Protect your heart.
GREEN TEA
•Combats cancer.
•Protects your heart.
•Helps stops strokes.
•Promotes weight loss.
•Kills bacteria.
HONEY
•Heals wounds.
•Aids digestion.
•Guards against ulcers.
•Increases energy.
•Fights allergies.
LEMONS AND LIMES
•Combat cancer.
•Protect your heart.
•Control blood pressure.
•Smoothes skin.
•Prevents scurvy.
MUSHROOM
•Controls blood pressure.
•Lowers cholesterol.
•Combats cancer.
•Strengthens bones.
OLIVE OIL
•Protects your heart.
•Promotes Weight loss.
•Combats cancer.
•Battles diabetes.
•Smoothes skin.
ONIONS
•Reduce risk of heart attack.
•Combat cancer.
•Kills bacteria (bactericidal).
•Lower cholesterol.
•Fight fungal infections.
ORANGES
•Support immune systems.
•Combat cancer.
•Protect your heart.
•Straighten respiration.
PINEAPPLE
•Strengthens bones.
•Relieves colds.
•Aids digestion.
•Dissolves warts.
•Blocks diarrhea.
STRAWBERRIES
•Combat cancer.
•Protect your heart.
•Boost memory.
•Calm stress.
SWEET POTATOES
•Save your eyesight.
•Lift mood.
•Combat cancer.
•Strengthen bones.
TOMATOES
•Protect prostate.
•Combat cancer.
•Lower cholesterol.
•Protect your heart.
WALNUTS
•Lower cholesterol.
•Combat cancer.
•Boost memory.
•Protect against cardiovascular diseases.
WATER
•Quenches thirst.
•Combats cancer.
•Conquers kidney stones.
WATERMELON
•Protects prostate.
•Promotes weight loss.
•Lowers cholesterol.
•Helps stops strokes.
•Controls blood pressure.
•Fights dehydration.
APPLES
•Protect your heart.
•Prevent constipation.
•Prevent diarrhea.
•Improve lung capacity.
•Cushion joints.
AVOCADOS
•Battle diabetes.
•Lower cholesterol.
•Help stops strokes.
•Control blood pressure.
•Smoothes skin.
The Real Complications of Type II Diabetes
A Type II Diabetes diagnosis opens the door for other serious diseases. It’s one of the ugliest diseases, but it can be reversed! One out of every three people is already Pre-Diabetic. It can affect your life in more ways than just diet. It’s something to take seriously!
Potential Complications
- Heart and blood vessel disease. Diabetes is associated with an increased risk of heart disease, stroke, high blood pressure and narrowing of blood vessels, a condition called atherosclerosis.
- Nerve damage in limbs. This condition is called neuropathy. High blood sugar over time can damage or destroy nerves. That may result in tingling, numbness, burning, pain or eventual loss of feeling that usually begins at the tips of the toes or fingers and gradually spreads upward.
- Other nerve damage. Damage to nerves of the heart can contribute to irregular heart rhythms. Nerve damage in the digestive system can cause problems with nausea, vomiting, diarrhea or constipation. Nerve damage also may cause erectile dysfunction.
- Kidney disease. Diabetes may lead to chronic kidney disease or end-stage kidney disease that can’t be reversed. That may require dialysis or a kidney transplant.
- Eye damage. Diabetes increases the risk of serious eye diseases, such as cataracts and glaucoma, and may damage the blood vessels of the retina, potentially leading to blindness.
- Skin conditions. Diabetes may raise the risk of some skin problems, including bacterial and fungal infections.
- Slow healing. Left untreated, cuts and blisters can become serious infections, which may heal poorly. Severe damage might require toe, foot or leg amputation.
- Hearing impairment. Hearing problems are more common in people with diabetes.
- Sleep apnea. Obstructive sleep apnea is common in people living with Type II diabetes. Obesity may be the main contributing factor to both conditions.
- Dementia. Type II diabetes seems to increase the risk of Alzheimer’s disease and other disorders that cause dementia. Poor control of blood sugar is linked to a more rapid decline in memory and other thinking skills.
Have you ever taken digestive enzymes?
Have you ever taken digestive enzymes? I take them before large meals or if I eat a lot of dairy.
The reason?
Taking a digestive enzyme with meals can make a difference in how you feel when you eat. It can reduce the feeling of being overly full, reduce gas and best of all… no bloating! From a nutritional perspective, digestive enzymes it help to break down the food so that the body has to do less work during the process of digestion and absorb the nutrients more efficiently.
To test the theory, I put a slice of steak in a Ziplock bag, added a little warm water and the contents of one capsule my digestive enzyme. In 10 minutes, the steak was broken down. That convinced me that digestive enzymes should be a part of my daily regimen.
My little capsules provide 18 unique digestive enzymes to help break down gluten, dairy, proteins, carbohydrates, fiber, and more, so, let’s break it down:
Breaks down protein in beef, chicken, pork, eggs, and nuts
• Protease 4.5 breaks down the proteins found in meats, nuts, eggs, and cheese
• Peptidase breaks down proteins during digestion to allow them to be used by the body
• Bromelain breaks down proteins
• Phytase helps the body digest minerals, such as calcium, zinc, copper, and manganese
• Protease 6.0 breaks down the proteins found in meats, nuts, eggs, and cheese
• Lipase breaks down fats found in dairy, nuts, oil, and meat products
• Neutral Bacterial Protease helps break down protein
Breaks down lactose and fats in milk, cheese, and ice cream
• Lipase breaks down fats found in dairy, nuts, oil, and meat products
• Lactase breaks down lactose (milk sugars)
• Acid Maltase breaks down proteins, carbohydrates, and fats to maintain an optimal absorption of nutrients
• Protease 6.0 breaks down the proteins found in meats, nuts, eggs, and cheese
Breaks down carbohydrates in bread, rice, pasta, cookies, candy, fruit, and vegetables
• Invertase breaks down sucrose (table sugar)
• Amylase helps break down starches to allow them to be absorbed and used for energy
• Glucoamylase helps break down starches into glucose, which is usable by the body
• Acid Maltase is used to breakdown proteins, carbohydrates, and fats to maintain an optimal absorption of nutrients
• Hemicellulase breaks down fiber and carbohydrates
• Pectinase is a group of enzymes that break down the pectin commonly found in plants
• Xylanase breaks down xylan sugars, like those found in corn
• Invertase breaks down sucrose (table sugar)
Breaks down fiber in salad, beans, and whole grains
• Alpha-galactosidase facilitates the digestion of beans, legumes, seeds, roots, and soy
• Cellulase breaks down cellulose (plant fiber)
• Beta-glucanase breaks down soluble fibers found in grains
• Hemicellulase breaks down fiber and carbohydrates
• Phytase helps the body digest minerals, such as as calcium, zinc, copper, and manganese
These little capsules are a game changer!
My gut health is so incredibly important to me, how’s your gut?
Risk Factors for Diabetes
They say knowing is half the battle.
Lately, many of my friends have been telling me their doctors are telling them, “You need to be concerned about Diabetes” after review their latest lab work.
Many of these individuals are being told they are Pre-Diabetic. With one in every three people being diagnoses as Pre–Diabetic, it’s not a surprise.
Once your doctor mentions Pre-Diabetes be prepared for lab work that contains tests for glucose, A1C, Homocysteines, C Reactive Protein, D3, cholesterol and liver tests. All tests to ascertain Type II Diabetes.
If we know what to look for, we can help prevent it or at the very least hold it off from developing quicker. It really does help to stay in front of this disease! The best way to start is to know the risk factors.
Risk factors for Type II Diabetes:
- Weight. Being overweight or obese is a main risk.
- Fat distribution. Storing fat mainly in the abdomen, rather than the hips and thighs, indicates a greater risk. The risk of Type II diabetes is higher in men with a waist circumference above 40 inches and in women with a waist measurement above 35 inches.
- Inactivity. The less active a person is, the greater the risk. Physical activity helps control weight, uses up glucose as energy and makes cells more sensitive to insulin.
- Family history. An individual’s risk of Type II diabetes increases if a parent or sibling has Type II diabetes.
- Blood lipid levels. An increased risk is associated with low levels of high-density lipoprotein (HDL) cholesterol (the “good” cholesterol) and high levels of triglycerides.
- Pregnancy-related risks. The risk of developing Type II diabetes is higher in people who had gestational diabetes when they were pregnant and in those who gave birth to a baby weighing more than nine pounds.
- Polycystic ovary syndrome. Having polycystic ovary syndrome, a condition characterized by irregular menstrual periods, excess hair growth and obesity, increases the risk of diabetes.
If you or a loved one display any of these symptoms, please get a physical and request the labs above it’s better t catch it early!
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