Are you Toxic? Take the Quiz!

Are you Toxic? Take the Quiz! We've, been discussing toxicity lately so I thought I'd share this fun quiz on toxicity. Take the quiz and add up your points. At the end check out your score to see if you are toxic. 1. How many servings of fruits or vegetables do you consume? 1 per day = 1, 3 per day = -1, 5+ per day = -2 2. How often do you consume whole grains (such as brown or wild rice, millet, quinoa or barley) and/or natural fiber? almost never = 3, once a week= 2, 3 times a week = 1, at least once a day=…

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Are you Toxic?

Are you toxic? A better question would be, "is your body toxic".  Living in the world today, everyone has some level of toxicity. I strive to detox my body at least three times per year. Or some do when the seasons change so it's easier to remember. I don't recommend a single organ cleanse but all major organs including the brain. These comprehensive detoxes are most effective. I have clients start with a simple 14 day protocol and once they get the hang of it and realize how easy it is, I encourage them to continue for a full month. What are the different types of toxins? Heavy…

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Health Issues from Toxicity

Your Body's Cry For Help: Toxicity Have you been feeling healthy lately?  If you find yourself suffering from sickness or fatigue you may not be eating for optimal wellness. Are you... Feeling tired, sluggish, lethargic Having trouble concentrating and staying focused Experiencing headaches Experiencing joint pain Catch colds easy Having trouble sleeping Suffering from bad breath Emitting an unpleasant body odor Having frequent gas, bloating or indigestion Suffering from allergies and/or food sensitivities Noticing skin problems like acne, psoriasis, eczema Experiencing constipation and other gastrointestinal irregularities Feeling depressed, irritable or noticing mood changes Having recurrent respiratory problems Suffering from back pain, hemorrhoids or sinus congestion These are common…

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The Alarm

The Alarm I woke up before the alarm today, thank God.  I really despise alarms.  Alarms are loud, set our nerves on end, disrupt us from our focus (usually much needed sleep) and force us to take action immediately. My first thought this morning was that this is just like our health.  The alarm signifies our “wake up” call.  We may have been diagnosed with high blood pressure, high cholesterol, arthritis or God forbid cancer. Every day we make choices.  We either say YES to health and NO to disease/sickness or we say YES to disease/sickness and NO to health.  There really is no in between. We can…

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Fruits and vegtables can save your life…

Fruits and vegtables can save your life... This months article titled Body Harmony in EWoman Magazine features me! It is wonderful to see so many people taking an interesting in improved wellness, it seriously is as easy fruits and vegetables folks! “I teach people what to eat even more than what not to eat,” said Schnautz. “We are a society of overweight and obese people, yet we are literally starving to death.” “I work with clients who go through chemo or the alternative approach or both,” said Schnautz. “It is crucial to eat as much Whole clean food as possible to enable the person to complete the treatments.…

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More muscle can save your life

More muscle can save your life What’s the difference between a dreary life of frustration, pain and chronic anxiety and a life of enjoyment, options, less stress and no pain?  Properly performed exercise is the vehicle that will move you towards this level of fulfillment. If you are looking to buy a book on exercise, I highly recommend Body By Science by Doug McGuff M.D and John Little. The book explains the what, why and how of strength training that is backed by scientific research. The eleven chapters contain a wealth of information including graphs and diagrams (great for us visual folks). Some of the benefits of this…

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24-Hour Urinalysis: How Can It Benefit You?

24-Hour Urinalysis: How Can It Benefit You? There is a distinct connection between proper digestion and the occurrence of many recurring and nagging health complaints such as allergies, migraine headaches, and digestive disorders. A 24-Hour Urinalysis screening provides biochemical evidence of what food(s) your body is having a difficult time digesting and assimilating. Your diet & digestion plays a critical role in how you feel and how you maintain health so this screening provides key information about how to best improve wellness. The 24-Hour Urinalysis screening will enable you to knowledgeably modify your diet according to your body’s needs. Your body and needs are unique this is why…

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This Fitness Concept Challenges the Norm

This Fitness Concept Challenges the Norm Evansville, Indiana's Flex151 is a workout facility and training concept that challenges everything I thought I knew about strength training. The training concept is based on a once-a-week, high intensity ~15 minute session. Yes, you read it right, once-a-week. My workouts were in desperate need of a change as I wasn’t seeing progress. Therefore, I was more than willing to experience a free session that would only take me approximately 15 minutes to complete and weekly! The challenge in adopting most new programs especially exercise/strength training is the learning curve and time element. That’s why this one was so intriguing. Is anyone…

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Cancer and Chlorophyll

Chlorophyll is one of the top-selling dietary supplements worldwide. Chlorophyll has been used to detoxify and deodorize the body and to support gastrointestinal health. These health benefits are complemented by a pleasant taste in the case of Liquid Chlorophyll. A major component of chlorophyll is the green-colored, water-soluble chlorophyllin. Researchers at the prestigious Oregon State University Linus Pauling Institute have found that chlorophyllin can potentially be used successfully to prevent and treat cancer. Their findings, published in the International Journal of Cancer, showed that chlorophyllin inactivates a cellular enzyme called ribonucleotide reductase (1). This enzyme is needed by cells to produce DNA, the core substance essential for cell…

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Do You (or Your Child) Have Yeast/Candida?

Do You Have Yeast/Candida? Yeast is a common digestive health issue that is overlooked by many. Did you know that hyperactivity, ear infections, depression, skin rashes, mood disorders and even food cravings can be caused by yeast imbalances? People that consume large quantities of alcohol, sugar or carbohydrates are likely to be susceptible to yeast issues and yeast is a very common problem area for a wide range of different people. Getting to the source of the yeast issue is better and will provide more relief for the sufferer than simply masking the related symptoms one might experience as a result of the yeast. Unfortunately, we live in…

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