Blossoming Your Body And Soul This Spring

Blossoming Your Body And Soul This Spring

by | Apr 12, 2016 | Cleansing, Diets, Self-care

Are you feeling sluggish, tired, or stressed? Have the last few months of cold winter days made you gloomy? Spring isn’t only for cleansing your body, but also for cleansing your mind and soul. Traditionally, many cultures have adopted the art of cleansing your mind and soul through meditation, especially during the springtime.

 

 

Introducing meditation into your life will renew your inner self and bring light to the life you live.

 

 

Find a mantra that resonates with you, an area that is peaceful, and a comfortable seat. Setting a timer for the amount of time you wish to meditate will help to avoid any distractions and interruptions during your session. Typically, most meditations last approximately 20 minutes; However, adjust the time you spend meditating to your specific needs!

 

 

Ideally, you will want to have two mantras. The first, focusing on something you would like to bring forth into your life; the second, focusing on something you would like to transition out of your life. It is crucial to focus on your breathing during meditation, inhaling when thinking about bringing something into your life and exhaling when thinking about letting something go. After choosing your mantras for the day, you are ready to begin your meditation. Repeat your mantras until your timer goes off. To further your reflection, you may journal daily about your meditation.

 

Studies have shown that morning meditation helps to lower blood pressure, improve circulation, reduce anxiety and stress, and promote relaxation. Cleansing your soul by releasing those negative feelings in your life while bringing in positivity promotes a healthier and happier lifestyle.

 

 

Aside from meditation, waking up at the same time every day ensures you are establishing a routine and helps to eliminate those sluggish feelings incurred from waking up late, or after the sun has risen. Some ancient rituals also recommend splashing water on your face first thing in the morning to wake up and rehydrate the skin. Developing a routine that includes meditation will ensure you wake up eager to tackle the day with a positive outlook and vision.

 

 

Meditation is an art form that takes time to develop and perfect. Simply focus on your breathing and your mantras and you’re well on your way to a relaxed mind and renewed soul this Spring!

 

 

Thanks for reading, and keep well,

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8 Best Foods to Detox Your Body This Spring

8 Best Foods to Detox Your Body This Spring

by | Apr 5, 2016 | Cleansing, Diets

Have you considered doing a detox, but wondered if it was right for you? Are you unsure about which foods to eat that will yield the best results? Then this article is for you!

With flu season in high gear, and summer drawing near, now is the perfect time to detox your body! A simple detox is the foundation of a long-lasting, healthy, and vibrant life. Not only is it a program specific to improving your inner body, but detoxing is beneficial for the mind and soul as well.

 

First of all, what is a detox? Detoxing is the process in which you rid your body of the harmful toxins that have built up over a period of time, and in turn, you’ll have a healthier inner & outer body, mind, and soul. Detoxing can help to increase your energy levels and fight fatigue, as well as assist in weight loss and strengthen your immune system!

 

Here are 8 superfoods that should be making their way into your shopping trolley this Spring!

Watercress, Spinach, and Kale are staples to your detox, and can be used in a variety of ways such as smoothies or salads. Aside from the fact that these leafy greens are packed with high-quality nutrients and vitamins, they also aid in lowering cholesterol, restoring energy levels, and help to decrease your chances of developing cancer.

 

Asparagus is one of the most beneficial superfoods, offering kidney and bladder cleansing support. Asparagus can be oven roasted with a little bit of seasoning, which brings us to our next two superfoods, Garlic and Cayenne Pepper!

Garlic and Cayenne Pepper act as the perfect bridge from tasteless foods to delectable meals! By seasoning your food with Garlic and/or Cayenne Pepper, not only are you aiding in detoxifying your body, but you’re ensuring that your meals taste delicious! The sulfur found in Garlic works specifically to rid your body of toxins, while Cayenne Pepper helps to support weight loss and promote heart health!

 

Dried fruit is the perfect alternative to those tempting, yet unhealthy grab-n-go snacks! For example, dice up some dried Peaches and throw it into your morning oats, or snack on dried Apples throughout the day! In moderation, Dried Fruit helps to reduce excess fat and lower cholesterol while aiding in the detoxification process.

 

Carrots are rich in glutathione which aid in the detoxification of the liver! Additionally, Carrots are loaded with Vitamins A, C, & K! It’s best to consume carrots raw, perhaps with avocado or hummus.
Keep in mind, it’s crucial to eat all of the foods mentioned above, raw, as heating can destroy some of the beneficial properties they contain!

 

Aside from these 8 superfoods, make sure you are drinking at least 64 oz. of water, per day. If you’re finding that the taste of water is unappealing or mundane, add some sliced Strawberries to a gallon of water and refrigerate it overnight. The next day, you’ll have a gallon of ice-cold Strawberry-Infused water that’s just as delicious as it sounds!

 

Enjoy your detox and remember that when it ends, it doesn’t mean you should suspend your healthy eating! Make it a habit to look good, feel great, and eat nutritiously plentiful foods! Happy Spring!

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Spring Cleaning Smoothie

Spring Cleaning Smoothie

by | Mar 29, 2016 | Cleansing, Diets

The holidays are over, summer is drawing near, and warmer days at the beach are upon us! What better way to feel better, look better, and rid your body of toxins than with this “Spring Cleaning Smoothie”!

Are you struggling to get in your recommended daily servings of fruits and vegetables? Are you skipping breakfast because of time restrictions? Do you feel tired or less energetic? Fear no more! It’s time to be proactive about your health, especially when there’s a smoothie recipe THIS delicious and beneficial for your mind, body, and soul! Start off your morning with this high-quality smoothie dense in nutritional value, drink it midday as a snack, or take it on-the-go.

 

SPRING CLEANING SMOOTHIE

1 ½ cups dairy-free milk, such as almond milk, hemp milk, or cashew milk
½ cup pea or broccoli sprouts
¼ teaspoon ginger powder
*1 handful mixed greens
*1 apple
*3 kale leaves
½ lemon, juiced
dash of cayenne pepper

Ice – optional

Where you see this * icon please buy organic if possible. These products have the highest pesticide load. A great list to keep handy when shopping is The Dirty Dozen & The Clean Fifteen. To get your own copy of these lists click here.

Click here for a short video from Dr. Andrew Weil about pesticides and our food.

 

What exactly will this smoothie do for me, you might ask?

 

Dairy-free milk such as Almond, Coconut, or Hemp Milk are loaded with vitamins, rich in protein, and are packed with minerals. Dairy-free milk is also cholesterol-free and easier to digest! Broccoli and Pea Sprouts are superfoods shown to have anti-diabetic and anti-microbial properties, improving kidney function, and killing cancer stem cells! Ginger and Cayenne Pepper act as anti-inflammatories! Cayenne Pepper also acts as an anti-allergen, anti-fungal, and antibacterial! The additional fruits and vegetables tie in this smoothie providing you with the ultimate cleanse for a healthier liver while riding your body of toxins that have been building up!

Want an extra boost? Add in a scoop of your favorite probiotic powder to aid in your gastrointestinal health while enhancing your immune system response! You can find probiotic powder at most grocery stores or health food stores!

 

Make this “Spring Cleanse Smoothie” part of your daily routine! You’re on your way to a happy and healthier you! Trust me, your liver will thank you later!

Thanks for reading, and keep well!

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Juicing Health Benefits – Detox and Cleansing

Juicing Health Benefits – Detox and Cleansing

by | Aug 7, 2015 | Cleansing, Juicing

Succo di pompelmo rosaThe concepts of detoxification and cleansing have become very popular across North America in the past decade or so, for many good reasons. Not the least of these reasons is that the foods that are mass produced for consumers in Western countries are loaded with preservatives and chemicals, processed sugars, and salt. Further, many of these foods’ nutrients have been removed, leaving nothing but empty calories.

Foods like this, which have been so heavily processed, tend to sit in the gut or the bowels, leading to constipation, irritable bowels, and other digestive problems that can literally drain your energy, as your body struggles to metabolize things it wasn’t meant to digest.

Benefits of a juice cleanse

According to research performed by the Mayo Clinic, your body will require 6-8 hours to process a meal through your stomach and small intestine. However, that food will then require another 25-39 hours to pass through your large intestine and be eliminated. “The average transit time through just the large intestine (colon) was 40 hours, with a significant difference between men and women: 33 hours for men, 47 hours for women.” That is an awful lot of work for your body, isn’t it?

What this means of course, is that your body is constantly processing food: 24/7, 365. It also means that your body never really catches up, never mind getting ahead of the game; often leaving useless waste to stagnate in your bowels.

A juice cleanse can benefit you by reducing the amount of food volume you ingest, while still providing all of the nutrients, vitamins, and minerals your body requires to function normally. The resulting reduction in volume will allow your digestive system to purge itself of all the waste that has accumulated over many years. Your body will stop wasting energy on the digestion of difficult to process foods, or on eliminating old waste material.

Once your juice cleanse is complete, the clearing of your digestive tract will allow your body to function more easily and efficiently, leaving you the energy you need to perform more effectively. As a bonus, once your body has been detoxified of stagnant waste. Your mind will feel cleansed as well, with increased mental acuity and focus.

If you would like to know more about the benefits of juice cleansing and detoxification, please get in touch with me today for your FREE 30-Minute Wellness Consultation.

Thanks for reading and keep well.

Tara