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Monday, October 5, 2009

It May Not Be Your Fault If You Are Overweight Or Obese - Easy Things You Can Do To Outsmart Toxins

By Alex Ariel Sanders

There has been immense outcry over chronic obesity and general weight problems that has developed in recent years in the United States, with many pointing the finger at convenience food stores and restaurants as well as the living of sedentary lifestyles. Scientific tests have shown that there are numerous other factors that can contribute and be traced back to environmental toxins and even artificial preservatives in foods that can lead to an accumulation of toxins in the body. More studies have found a direct link between toxins and obesity, resembling that of two mutually feeding spirals that only gets worse.

It's common knowledge that morbidly obese individuals have significantly slower than average metabolism that allows accumulation of toxins. These toxins in turn lead to problems and illnesses, including heart disease and high blood pressure, as well as a substantial increase in the risk of degenerative disease development such as osteoarthritis and diabetes.

Many people may not know that the list below is responsible for accumulation of toxins in the human body:

* fruits and vegetables laced with poison such as pesticides

* meat from animals fed grain that contains pesticide residues and animals shot with hormones

* processed foods with loads of artificial ingredients and preservatives. These chemicals stick to tissues and paralyze the body's ability to function normally

Now you may ask yourself: How does this work? Well, the body attempts to protect itself from contamination by these poisonous substances, when loaded with quantities it is impossible to handle, by encapsulating toxins in fat pockets and storing them until the body reaches later a level of functionality to process and remove them effectively.

The greatest challenge faced, is the incredible pace and immense quantities these toxins are thrown at the body, which cannot find the opportunity to eliminate the toxins already accumulated. In turn, we store even more junk while waiting for the perfect opportunity to get rid of it.

This fat accumulation again slows the metabolism down to such an extent that it allows for even more build-up. Just shows you how the cycle becomes self-sufficient, resulting in an early grave due to numerous chronic conditions and problems that have developed in the process. Now we get stuck in a rut with a question similar to that of the chicken and egg mystery. The answer is simple. Obesity can lead to toxin build-up in the body and toxin build-up can lead to even more obesity.

While the precise link between toxins and obesity may not be transparent, the solution to the obesity problem can be found in the consumption of a healthier diet consisting of lower toxic substances and higher fiber and nutrient content, which the body needs in order to eliminate as well as burn fat at a faster pace.

We need to consume more natural fruits and vegetables (washed thoroughly to remove all traces of pesticides) and find a way to consume less red meat that has been processed through commercial feedlots. In addition, avoiding processed foods that are full of artificial ingredients and preservatives and limiting or eliminating consumption of caffeine, cigarette smoke, and chemically treated water will help to reduce the number of toxins bombarding the body and aid in detoxification of the body. - 17274

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The Health Boosting Properties of Citrus Juices

By Jade Howarth

A lot of people are all too aware of the benefits of juicing but don't know all the benefits that citrus juice has to offer. This vitamin has a number of positive aspects to health. Human beings are 1 of the few species that does not make its own supply of Vitamin C.

It is believed that a lot of of the illnesses we suffer from today such as cancer and viruses are due to our lack of Vitamin C. It is believed to be responsible for destroying free radicals that causes damage to the cells in our body. We ate much more fruit in the past than we do today. Our hands are highly developed for picking and grasping fruit from the trees and on the ground.

Many experts in the filed of nutrition believe that we stopped making Vitamin C as it was so readily available in the diet. It is believed our bodies compensated by producing less of this important vitamin until today where we produce none. This causes us a problem as the modern diet contains very little fruit and, as such, our Vitamin C intake is insufficient.

Juicing has become a fast, enjoyable and refreshing way to boost our health. It is also quickly, enjoyable and refreshing and even your kids will like it. There is no need to spend a lot of money regularly on expensive vitamins and supplements.

The eminent scientist and Nobel Laureate Linus Pauling has been 1 of the greatest supporters of Vitamin C in the diet. He was a firm believer that many of the illnesses we suffer from today were due to a lack of this chemical. It is generally thought that these levels were excessive and that we do not need to ingest quite such massive amounts.

Vitamin C, or ascorbic acid, can be found in large amounts in oranges and lemons. Oranges contain about 50mg of ascorbic acid per 100g of fruit and about 70mg per fruit slice. Compare this to the suggested daily allowance of 60mg. This, however is the amount recommended to prevent scurvy, that classically causes bleeding gums.

Buying a juicer designed for citrus fruit or juicer such as the Jack Lalanne Juicer is a good way to start juicing and investing in your health. This article shows you that a lot of of the essential nutrients we require can be obtained in a healthy and natural way. - 17274

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Fat Loss And Calcium

By Katherine Crawford M.S.

The BBC aired a documentary touting the benefits of calcium. And one of the benefits was its ability to block dietary fat from being digested.

But the question remains, can supplementing with calcium really make that big of a difference?

Well, I wish I could say it would. But the bottom line is that taking in a bunch of calcium is most likely NOT going to have a significant impact on your body fat levels. And it's probably not a good idea to block fat absorption.

Why? Because fat is absolutely necessary for the production of hormones that accelerate fat loss.

Even worse, please consider the following risks of excess calcium supplementation:

1. Reduced iron absorption. The human body is a very complex organism. If you do X there will always be effect Y. And calcium is NO exception here. Take too much calcium and you'll impair the absorption of iron. And iron is critical for bringing oxygen to all your tissues?

2. Lower amounts of calcium. If you take a bunch of antacids to get more calcium, you should probably stop. Why? Because certain minerals in antacids can actually leave you with a net negative amount of calcium!

3. Painful stones. Kidney stones are not fun by any stretch of the imagination. And if you have a history here, then calcium supplementation should be done under the supervision of a qualified doctor.

4. D overdose. Some scientists refer to vitamin D as a hormone because it plays such important roles in the body. And getting enough vitamin D is very important for optimal functioning. However, too much of any good thing will eventually become bad for you. Many calcium supplements are also loaded with vitamin D. So be cognizant of how much vitamin D you are getting or you could overdose and suffer from toxicity.

A little extra calcium is not going to hurt you. But you do have to be careful with large amounts of supplementation or you run the risk of damaging your health. And remember that when supplementing with any type of nutrient, there are always risks to consider. - 17274

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Superior Health And Nutrition Formulas Can Create Health And Wealth

By Richard Ealom

Nourishing foods are an excellent starting point for the nutrients we need to live and thrive. From time to time, though, they are not enough to produce the energy and vivacity we need. When that is the case, its time to consider cutting edge health and nutrition formulas for optimum health and well-being.

Weight management

Advanced weight management formulas provide aid for weight loss. Not surprisingly, most individuals can lose weight by consuming less, eating more nutritious foods, and exercising more, on occasion thats easier said than done. Supplements can help you on your weight loss trek by giving your body an added boost.

Thermogenics, for example, are nutritional supplements that increase the bodys energy consumption, which causes the body to burn extra fuel. In this way thermogenics increase weight loss. Thermogenic, fat-burning drinks supply natural high energy without causing blood sugar fluctuations. Unlike a lot of fat-burning drinks, special low-glycemic weight management formulas do not increase belly fat.

Antioxidants

Antioxidants protect the body from toxins and a selection of diseases by preventing or slowing the oxidative damage. Oxidative damage contributes to health problems such as macular degeneration, diabetes, cancer, and heart disease. Innovative health and nutrition formulas assist the body to create antioxidants and detoxify the destructive effects of the environment and drugs In this way they stimulate the bodys own creation of antioxidants. Some research shows that antioxidants may slow down or even inhibit the development of cancer. They may also defend the body from the destructive effects of ultraviolet daylight.

Age-delaying dietary supplements also encourage the bodys own natural antioxidant system. Acai, pomegranate, mangosteen, and amalki fruit are natural antioxidants from the tropics. They lend a hand In detoxifying your body and deactivate the oxidative stress caused by heavy metals. By defending against uninhibited radicals, which are unstable molecules that can injure cells, these formulas may help delay aging.

Vitamins and minerals

Top of the line liquid vitamins and minerals are immune system enhancers, powerful antioxidants, natural energizers, mood and memory boosters, and stress reducers They provide digestive aid, assist bone health, and encourage good vision. The cardiovascular recipe supports heart health.

Special sophisticated health and nutrition formulas assist your digestive system to break down foods that may otherwise bog down your body and produce gas, acid reflux, indigestion, and other digestive problems.

Financial freedom

When you uncover the health-giving properties of superior health and nutrition formulas and other superior whole body health and wellness products, you may be interested in gaining financial independence through these products. Forced MLM matrix with team encouragement minimizes the effort it takes to make money and maximizes your profits potential. You can work from home, relishing all the benefits of a home-based business. You will be your own boss and set your own timetable. You can make money and involve yourself fully in the life of your family. No more commuting or dressing up in work attire. No boss looking over your shoulder. You are the boss

Advanced health and nutrition formulas not only build up your health, they can also increase your financial wellbeing. Life, health, and wealth can be yours! - 17274

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4 Tips To Succeed With Kettlebell Workout Programs

By Mark Walters

Complete body fitness can easily be achieved through the proper performance of a kettlebell workout program. Kettlebells don't just condition, tone and strengthen the muscles, they also promote cardiovascular health and flexibility. Here are four tips to help you succeed with your fitness goals using kettlebells:

Kettlebell Workout Program Tip #1 Choose The Right Weight

Many beginners make a common mistake with kettlebell exercises. They often start too fast and with weights that are just too heavy. Weight needs to be increased in gradual degrees until the body is used to them to avoid injuries.

Kettlebell Workout Program Tip #2 Don't Go Too Fast

Intensity and pace should be steadily, not rapidly, increased. When it comes to kettlebell workout programs, people have differing degrees of endurance. Hence, the frequency, pace, weight levels and repetitions will vary for every person. It is, however, often advisable to workout at least three times a week on three to six kinds of exercises at 15-30 repetitions each.

You would know if you need to increase your pace if the kettlebell starts to feel too light or if your body already experiences very minimal strain with the exercises. Should you notice significant changes in your muscle tone or weight, this is another indication that you need to increase the intensity of your program.

Kettlebell Workout Program Tip #3 Warm-Up And Take Breaks

Proper preparation is critcial. It is important to warm up first for 10 minutes or so before the days session. On your first session, take the time to learn the right form first.

To train safely you should also be taking regular breaks. This is necessary to help your muscles recover and is the most basic preventive measure against serious injuries.

This means resting for a few seconds between repetitions and not working out every day. As an additional measure, if you start regularly performing then you should take a few consecutive days off from it a month.

Kettlebell Workout Program Tip #4 Appropriate Exercise Selection Choose exercises that work on all your muscles. Though kettlebell programs can be a complete workout, for them to be so, you need to do a range of exercises. The three major muscle areas that kettlebells work on are the lower, upper and core muscles of the body. - 17274

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Cambridge Diet Profile

By Tad Stephenson

One of the more successful, but controversial, diets for the morbidly obese is the Cambridge Diet. This popular UK diet is designed only for heavily overweight individuals, and it's one of the most well known very low calorie diets.

The Cambridge Diet is a weight loss plan that is designed with the dangerously overweight in mind. This is a very low calorie diet that is designed primarily to help the grossly overweight lose a lot of extra weight fast.

The Cambridge Diet eating plan is a tiered system that begins as a very low calorie diet of 450-650 calories a day that are all provided by specialty supplements designed to provide extra nutrients and vitamins to help make up for the lack of calories early on. After this initial very low calorie tier, dieters move upwards in calories from tier to tier to help provide enough nutrition while continuing weight loss.

Any dieter who is seriously looking at the Cambridge Diet needs to consider several things before committing to this eating pan. The first consideration is medical supervision. While this weight loss plan is used quite often in the UK, it is only done with proper supervision to make sure dieters remain healthy throughout the entire process.

A second major concern for many dieters looking at this eating plan is the strictness of the low calorie plan. This diet only allows a very small amount of calories per day (450-650), and because of this many dieters don't have the discipline in order to stick with it.

Several controversies still remain around this weight loss plan. Concerns remain around possible muscle loss, crashing metabolism, and the overall just lack of daily calories.

That being said, there are still plenty of defenders of the Cambridge Diet. The most defended point of this weight loss plan is obvious, which is that there are thousands of recorded examples of this diet helping morbidly obese individuals losing a lot of pounds.

While arguments over the Cambridge Diet may continue, it is an eating plan that will have its fans because of past success stories. For some morbidly obese dieters, this might be the weight loss plan they've been waiting for. - 17274

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Fitness for People who Travel

By Curt Joel

Workouts for Travelers

Excited about your vacation? Even though traveling is fun, getting to your vacation destination-whether by plane, train, automobile-often involves lengthy periods of sitting. Hours of sitting associated with air travel-first in the airport lounge & then on the plane can leave you tight before your vacation has even started!

To help combat potential problems associated with traveling, try these suggestions below from L. Leiber, who earned her master's degree in public health from Berkeley, and teaches Pilates in Oakland, CA.

Exercising while Seated

How can you combat the negative effects of waiting at the airport for your flight? Try some of these seated exercises. They'll improve your posture and help prevent fatigue.

Put your feet on the floor, just a couple inches away from each other.

Sit tall.

Tip pelvis to bring it vertical (neutral spine position).

Drop shoulders away from ears and lengthen back of neck.

Breathe in, then exhale. When you exhale, be sure to pull your abs in. Do this after every seated exercise.

Figure-Four Stretch. Place one ankle on top of opposite knee. Hinge forward at hips, keeping spine neutral. Hold for 15-30 seconds, feeling a deep stretch on outside of hip. Repeat on other side.

Seated twists. While keeping a tall posture reach to the back of your chair and hold without letting your knees or hips rotate. When you exhale, allow your body to go farther into the stretch. Do not perform this move if you have disk issues.

Shoulder Shrug and Roll. Inhale as you lift shoulders up toward ears. Exhale as you roll shoulders back and down, opening chest and letting shoulder blades come together. Continue sliding shoulders down the back, away from ears. Repeat 3-5 times.

Neck Stretch. While your chin tucked in slightly, let your right ear push down to your right shoulder. Hold this for three to four breaths, then let the weight of head stretch other side of neck. Release slowly and repeat on the other side.

Rock the Baby. With right hand on left elbow and left hand on right elbow, hold folded arms out in front of chest. Draw right elbow as far as you can to the right to stretch outside of left shoulder. Draw left elbow as far as you can to the left to stretch outside of right shoulder. Repeat 2-3 times on each side.

When You Are Standing: Waiting to get passed security at the airport is the first of many times your will stand in line on your trip. Make the best use of your time with some of these exercises.

Footwork. Stand, feet side-by-side, two or three inches away from each other and balance your weight evenly. Raise your heels off the ground slowly and evenly. Repeat eight to ten repetitions.

Prancing. Use same position as described above. Come to balls of feet. Lower a single heel toward the ground and be sure to keep the other heel elevated. Repeat this exercise twelve to fifteen times.

Knee Raise. Keeping hips level, raise one knee until thigh is parallel to floor. Maintain neutral spine, and balance in this position 15-30 seconds. Place foot back on floor and repeat balance on other side. (You can also balance on standing leg, slowly raising and lowering knee, touching toe to floor.)

Back-Curl. While standing upright begin curling forward one section of your spine at a time until you are bent over at the waist, arms hanging forward. Be sure to keep your knees slightly bent during this exercise. Come back up to a full standing position one vertebrae at a time. Repeat 3-5X. - 17274

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Choose Right Vitamin Store

By Jerry Turley

Everyone must be cautious about their health from the beginning of teen age. Those who are suffering from vitamin deficiency can consume vitamin tablets. Separate tablets are available for men, women, kids and even babies. There are different types of vitamin tablets and individuals must consume tablets according to the deficiencies confirmed in test. Normally cost of vitamin tablets are very high, one can buy it at lowest cost from different online vitamin shops. Along with vitamin capsules different types of apparels and appliances are also available from vitamin tablets.

Food and beverages are very important for health and beauty. Everyone must consume the prescribed level of vitamin tablets for their health and beauty. Online shops offer different types of vitamin tablets and other supplements for all the people. Normally the cost of vitamin tablets and other supplements are very high. There are so many ways of decreasing the price of vitamin tablets while buying vitamins online. Regular online customers will be familiar with the term vitamin shoppedcoupon codes.

One can reduce the cost of vitamin tablets to a larger extend with the online discount coupons. Nothing to do more, just enter the Vitamin coupon code in the concerned fields of online vitamins shops. All the details about the discount amount, due date, coupon code and all other details regarding discount coupons are available in the website. Before buying vitamin products, read terms and conditions carefully.

Lots of articles about health tips and ways of gaining wellness are available at the online vitamin Shoppe. Detailed description of the vitamin capsules is also included in the websites. Anyone can sign up and buy vitamin tablets from the online vitamin shops around the world.

Vitamin Sites has a wide collection of 20,000 vitamin tablets. All the world class brands of vitamin tablets and other accessories are available with the online shops. Novice in the field may not be familiar with selecting vitamin tablets. It is better to consult a physician before confirming the vitamin product for you. They can help you in selecting vitamin capsules suitable to your body condition. Some of the well known vitamin capsules are Burt's Bees, Twinlab, Jason, Nature's Way, Met-Rx, Cytosport, Source Naturals, Natrol, Solaray, etc.

The amount of vitamin consumed by the sports man will be far more from that of normal man. Vitamin capsules for sports personalities are also available at the online vitamin stores. - 17274

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Use The Acai Berry In Moderation

By Janice A Ward

The acai berry has been touted as the world's greatest "superfood" and it has been attributed with many amazing claims from weight loss to cancer prevention and even anti-aging.

Several of these claims may be somewhat inflated as there is not one "miracle" food that supercedes all others but the fact is that there are actually many, many "miraculous" foods and the acai berry is just one of them.

The acai berry does have some of the highest antioxidant qualities found on the planet. It has double as many antioxidants as blueberries and even 10 times as many as red grapes. Not only that but it also has a good supply of monounsaturated fats and essential fatty acids in the forms of oleic acid and Omega 3, 6 and 9. It is also loaded with healthy dietary fiber and phytosterols.

All in all the acai berry is an awfully healthy and nutritious food loaded with antioxidants and several of the other nutrients that our bodies crave and need to function at an optimal level. However this berry and the products made from this berry are not the miracle answer to your anti-aging, fat fighting, and disease prevention pursuit for great health.

In reality, it has been found that while it is possible to get antioxidants and other nutrients from supplements it is far superior to get your nutrients from your diet. All nutrients including antioxidants, essential fatty acids, amino acids, vitamins and all the others work best when the synergy of many nutrients work together in concert. In other words, when it comes to nutrition the synergy of the whole is far superior to the singularity of just one.

In order to receive the uppermost benefit from the acai berry it needs to be included as part of a balanced, very nutritious diet plan that includes lots of other high antioxidant foods including blueberries, pumpkin, spinach, kale, pomegranate, sweet potatoes and even more as the list of healthy, extremely nutritious foods goes on and on. Even small amounts of dark chocolate and a glass of red wine make the list. Without doubt though one of the greatest pieces of nutritional advice is "all things in moderation".

Acai berries and the products made from them can be an extremely healthy contribution to a well-balanced and nutritious diet plan. The high nutrition and the excellent antioxidant qualities can help you decrease the effects of aging, lose excess weight and prevent serious disease, not on its own but only as a component of a nutritious overall diet plan.

High nutrition requires the synergy of a large spectrum of nutrients working together in harmony and one food, no matter how nutritious cannot do it alone. Moreover, with all foods and all nutrition, moderation is key. - 17274

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Creating The Perfect Body

By Ellen Valentine

Dr. Dennis Waitley is one of the best motivators I know. In 1988 I heard him tell a unique story about the astronauts and the space program that correlated to statistics he had gathered from the U.S Olympic team in previous years. He said that in simulations, they were told to visualize their tasks as if they were actually performing. Both groups showed physical responses that were quantifiable, as if they were actually performing the tasks. Can that information help you to create the body you really want?

Think of it, powerful visualizations create real results in the body. So, if we see ourselves as less than, as overweight, having scrawny legs, no breasts, no waist line, unhealthy, etc; then, that is what we continue to create day after day. To create the new you, see yourself as what you want to feel and look like in the body, make it real, create a sentient rich picture that could make you cry for joy and appreciation. Be in the great new body NOW.

The Success Principles, written by my mentor and friend Jack Canfield is a great book to help anyone begin creating the life you long for. Jack suggests that the very beginning of each day and the end of the day are perfect times to review, create or even recreate your day. It is the time when all of your goals can be thought over, given life so to speak, integrated as if theyve already been accomplished. Think of it this way, when you think of yourself as less than, in any way, just turn that around to visualize what you do want.

I want to share that even if you dont like the skin youre in, giving gratitude for what you have is really important. The reality is the more you push away how you look or feel, the more the feeling or unwanted situation will stare you in the face. Acknowledge all that is good about you; and please, dont say there isnt anything good. I know that isnt true at all. Think of every small and large accomplishment. Make a list and add to it every time something new pops in your head like, I have beautiful skin, my teeth are really straight, I am feeling healthy right now. Add everything you think of. Allow the list to grow and boost your self esteem.

Seeing ourselves in very different ways may be difficult at first. Imagine what it would FEEL like to be different, better in some way, better to you that is. Allow the feeling of the new you to wash over you. Let go of self-doubt, blame, shame or shoulds and just receive what your mind is conceiving. Implement new and healthy habits that will make concrete your decisions in the world of form. Detach from the outcome and begin now to enjoy the new you right now.

Create the body of your dreams and make it happen. Brain Science supports your right to create on every level; and Master Teachers all over the planet are proving it is so. Ellen Valentine, CNC - 17274

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Ten Steps to Prevent Bruising, Step 7 - Minerals That Can Help You Overcome Easy Bruising!

By Carolyn Cooper

We are not required to simply live with easy bruising because we're growing older, but we will have to take appropriate action. Wearing long sleeves to hide our bruises doesn't have to be our response to the fact that we bruise more easily now that we're older. There are remedies that will help offset the fact that our skin is no longer as elastic as it was, or because our blood vessels aren't as strong as when we were younger.

For every person dealing with their having a tendency to bruise easily, there is another person in search of the means to overcome their easy bruising. It can be easy to become confused by all of the supposed natural remedies for easy bruising that are available. You need to learn which minerals are going to provide you with the positive results to reduce bruising that you desire, and how these minerals actually perform. There is a small group of minerals that come immediately to mind.

Sulfur, in the form which is found in bromelain, which is a group of plants that includes pineapples, is one of the first and best mineral supplements that you should evaluate. Sulfur can help you overcome your tendency of bruising easily, and it also becomes a valued addition to your daily regimen for its ability to help existing bruises fade and diminish more quickly. You should also understand that sulfur is an important mineral when you are trying to prevent bruising easily as well.

Helping your body metabolize and process carbohydrates is sulfur's primary function. Sulfur is important in maintaining your overall general health, but it is even more important for people who are treating conditions that are related to diabetes and hypoglycemia. Low insulin production levels can occur if there is a shortage of sulfur in your diet, because sulfur is an important component in insulin.

Your body would be unable to quickly repair itself were it not for sulfur helping produce certain necessary substances. If you use the type of sulfur found in bromelain you will find that it helps cause your existing bruises to heal quicker.

Among sulfur sources other than bromelain, you should seriously consider adding methyl-sulfonyl-methane, or MSM for short, to your daily regimen. You will learn that this form of sulfur can also be very beneficial in helping you reduce your easy bruising. As essentially an organic sulfur, MSM can help make a positive impact on your body's ability to reduce bruising.

Any evaluation of MSM will show that it is used by your body to replace old and dying cells. It is a necessary component of cellular respiration, which helps keep your body healthy; and since this form of sulfur is one of the most important minerals needed by your body, it is critically important that you add it to your daily regimen.

In general, when you are thinking about taking a sulfur supplement, make sure that you understand why sulfur is so helpful. It helps keeps your blood pressure at a stable level, and it will also help your body get rid of the toxins that build up in the cells. Similarly, you will also find that it can give you more energy, and that it is essential to the proper functioning of your cells.

Adding both forms of the mineral sulfur are important if you really want to prevent bruising easily. You should evaluate an all natural, daily supplement program like Bruises Be Banned which has the correct combination of vitamins, nutrients, and minerals, including sulfur, that your body needs in order to help prevent bruising easily from occurring at all. - 17274

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A Powerful, Natural Detox Plan

By Michael Carrick

You don't need to starve yourself and deprive yourself of food and drink to undertake a successful, healthy detox diet. If you don't give your body the energy that it needs, you'll end up creating more health problems than you solve. Rather than reducing the amount you consume, you instead need to opt for alternatives that are better for you.

Your largest meals should be at breakfast and lunch. You should be consuming 4 to 6 small portioned meals at the same time each day, and be taking in less food as the day progresses. Also, grill, steam or bake your food instead of frying it.

You should be taking in a minimum of 5 portions of fruits and vegetables per day, whether they are canned, frozen, dried or fresh, as they are the most important part of a healthy detox.

Fruits that will benefit you that you can choose from include strawberries, tangerines, raspberries, pineapples, peaches, pomegranates, pears, melons, oranges, passion fruit, mangoes, kiwifruit, mandarins, limes, lemons dates, gooseberries, grapes, figs, chestnuts, currants, clementines, blackcurrants, cherries, blueberries, bananas, avocados, apples, blackberries, and apricots.

As for vegetables, choose from spring onions, asparagus, beetroot, brussels sprouts, gherkins, cabbage, potato, carrots, cauliflower, red pepper, celery, cress, radish, cucumber, green pepper, aubergine, haricot beans, lettuce, swede, marrow, onion, courgette, peas, green beans, parsnip, pumpkin, rhubarb, spinach, sweet corn, broad beans, runner beans, turnips, watercress or yellow pepper.

As well as fruits and vegetables, increase your consumption of fibre, beans, seeds, and nuts. The following are ideal, particularly as healthy snacks: rice cakes, buckwheat, brown rice, quinoa, mung beans, pinto beans, chickpeas, lentils, kidney beans, millet, cashews, almonds, baked beans, cereal, walnuts, sesame seeds, flaxseed, pumpkin seeds and sunflower seeds.

You want to avoid taking in too much sugar, wheat, processed or red meats, breads or pastries, and any types of dairy product. Though these foods aren't considered entirely unhealthy, they can slow down the progress of your detox as they are more difficult for your body to process. - 17274

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