Enhancing the Body thru Natural Healthy Detox

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Welcome back to all who continue on this journey towards complete physical, mental and social wellness. We have covered quite a few topics and you are always welcome to subscribe or add this blog to your favorites so that you may come back at any time. As always, we welcome your comments and questions as we like this to be a fun and informative interactive blog.

Our last topic covered the heart and cardiovascular system. We discussed and provided great resources for keeping your heart and cardiovascular system healthy through natural nutrition. One of the most informative tips in my opinion was that through eating healthy, you can also reverse damage.

Today, we move forward with detoxing, a new topic that has become pretty popular. There are lots of sites and companies out there selling various products that promise complete body detoxification. However, our information and tips will focus on detoxing through natural and nutritional food sources. Many physicians believe that detoxing with nutritious food is the best choice because you know that what you are ingesting is healthy and pure.

Toxins and the Body

The ability to detoxify is a major factor of a person's health level. It's estimated that 25% of the U.S. population suffers from heavy metal poisoning. Exposure to toxic food items, cleaning solvents, formaldehyde, pesticides, and other toxic chemicals can have a huge impact on a person's overall health. Toxins can also be produced by bacteria and yeast can be absorbed in the body and cause interuption of body functions. The liver is an organ that plays a key role in the metabolic process, especially detoxification and cleansing.

The liver detoxification process includes:

1. Filtration of the blood.

2. Formation of bile.

3. Phase I Detoxification Reactions.

4. Phase II Detoxification Reactions.

Additionally, glutathione is an important detoxification compound. It's produced in the liver and plays a ket role to the metabolic process. Glutathione levels can be raised by ingesting foods containing Vitamin C.

The Different Types of Toxins


A toxin is a compound that has a sever negative effect on cell function and structure. Some toxins cause minimal effects while others can be fatal. Here is a list of various toxins:

Heavy Metal Toxins
Liver Toxins
Microbial Compounds
Metobolic Protein Breakdown

Heavy Metal Toxins include lead, mercury, cadmium, arsenic, nickel, and aluminum. They accumulate within the brain, kidneys and immune system. These are one of the most common type of toxins that people have in their system. The reason these toxins are so common is because of the air we breathe and the levels of heavy metals in the air.

Liver Toxins primarily deal with the liver and come from things like drug usage, alcohol, solvents, formaldahyde, pesticides and food additives. This is also a common toxic playground for people, primarily because of the foods we eat and the harm that recreational drug use does, including tobacco.

Microbial Compounds are toxins produced by bacteria and yeast. The toxins produced by the yeast and bacteria can be absorbed and cause harm. Examples of these types of toxins are toxins from bacteria, toxic amines, toxic derivatives, and various carcinogenic substances.

Metabolic Protein Breakdown involves the kidney. The kidney is responsible for the elimination of toxic wastes. Drinking lots of water helps the kidney funtion properly as eliminate the waste as it should.

Now that we have a general idea of toxins and how they work to cause harm to our bodies, we can implement a few of the tips provided below to prevent damage.

1. Eating vitamin rich vegetables, fruits, grains and nuts.

2. Juicing with a homemade green drink (see our blogs on juicing)

3. Adopting a healthy lifestyle that includes exercise.

4. Avoiding drugs and alcohol.

5. Use herbs to protect the liver.

6. Fasting up to four times per year.

Here's a list of herbs that protect the liver:

Garlic
Lemon Balm
Milk Thistle
Tumeric
Artichoke Leaf
Gentian
Ginger
Oregon Grape Root
Dandelion Root
Licorice

Many of these herbs may be prepared as a tea for drinking. Use approximately 20 ounces of water and bring to a boil, turn the pot down and add your choice of herb. Simmer for about 15 minutes, let the teak cool and pour it into a tea cup. Drink 2-3 cups of tea daily. Here are a couple of herbal tea books that we use. Primarily because they are simple, there are lots of recipes, the herbs are easy to find, and the recipes in these books are not time consuming.

Healing Herbal Teas: A Complete Guide to Making Delicious, Healthful BeveragesHealing Herbal Teas: A Complete Guide to Making Delicious, Healthful Beverages

The Herb Tea Book: Blending, Brewing, and Savoring Teas for Every Mood and Occasion



In addition, drink a green juice which may be easily made at home. The green juice aids in detoxing the body as a whole, including your liver and kidney.

To make a green juice, you will need a juice extracting machine. There are various types on the market today, but you can find some at reasonable prices.

Hamilton Beach HealthSmart Juice ExtractorHamilton Beach HealthSmart Juice Extractor

Hamilton Beach 67650 Big Mouth Pro Juice ExtractorHamilton Beach 67650 Big Mouth Pro Juice Extractor

You will also need the following vegetables:

Kale
Watercress
Parsely
Cucumber

Start by washing your vegetables. Next, use about 2 leaves of kales, half of a cucumber, approximately 6 sprigs of watercress and a handfull of parsely. Throw it in your juicer and turn it on. The juice will extract into the juicer cup. Drink it immediately so the nutrients are not lost. Practice this twice a day for two weeks. You will notice that your body will expell the waste naturally. In addition, you will feel better, look better, and have more energy. This recipe is my own and I use it because of its ease in finding the ingredients, but at the bottom of this blog, you will find an instructional video in which you can try using other recipes and methods.

Here are a few great books on juicing that we highly recommend. They are packed with recipes and tips to get you started.

The Juicing BibleThe Juicing BibleThe Juicing Bible

by Pat Crocker The Juicing Bible 2nd editionby Pat Crocker The Juicing Bible 2nd edition


Juice Fasting and Detoxification: Use the Healing Power of Fresh Juice to Feel Young and Look Great : The Fastest Way to Restore Your Health


As we wrap up our session today, please note that the advise given here is not intended to replace that of a qualified Physician. You should see your doctor regularly for physicals and check ups. You should also discuss with your doctor a change in eating habits so that it can be monitored for progress.

Join us next time for upcoming topics on additional detoxing information, cleansing, fasting, natural remedies and natural nutrition. Be sure to leave a comments as are always interested in hearing your thoughts and answering your questions. Feel free to utilize any of the resources within this blog by simply clicking on various links and also by viewing the videos we provide as tutorials.

Instructional Videos

Physical, Mental & Social Wellness - Heart and Cardiovascular Health

Thank you for joining me for another health blog. So far we have covered many topics. Previously there was an introduction to nutrition and vitamins. We discussed the benefits of eating properly to ensure you get the proper amount of vitamins and minerals.

We then blogged about juicing and the benefits of vegetable and fruit juices. We learned that juicing is an easier and more delicious way of making sure you are getting a balanced diet full of vitamins and minerals. We then moved on to hydrotherapy and how water can actually serve as a detox tool for our bodies. And last, we blogged about the 7 steps of a healthy mind. There were exercises to practice and alot of useful information on the path to positive thinking.

All of those aforementioned topics fall into the physical, mental and social wellness category. However, there's a lot more we can do for our bodies, naturally to ensure we are at peak performance. Today, we are going to discuss the heart and cardiovascular system and various natural ways we can keep them healthy.

Cardiovascular disease is responsible for at least 43% of all deaths in the U.S. Atherosclerosis is known as the hardening of the arteries and can be prevented and even reversed through dietary and lifestyle changes. Reducing the risk of heart disease and strokes involves eliminating as many risk factors as possible. Some things we can do to eliminate these risks are:

1. Quit Smoking
2. Lower Cholesterol
3. Increase the Vitamin E
4. Increase Omega-3 Oil intake
5. Reduce Type A behavior and stress levels
6. Increase antioxidant intake

Here are a few tips that will help with changing the risky lifestyle behaviors. These tips are natural and should be the first thing attempted (in addition to quitting cigarettes) when trying to change. Changing the diet is easier and can actually impact many of the risk behaviors mentioned.

Increasing the consumption of fiber rich plant foods such as fruits, vegetables, grains, beans and raw nuts can lower the cholesterol, add more vitamin E to your diet and increase your antioxidant intake. In addition, you will have a better balanced diet, rich in vitamins and minerals. Be sure to read my previous blog on juicing and vitamins for tools and ideas. Eating these natural foods mentioned will also help maintain an ideal body weight which means less stress on the heart and less risk of heart attacks. Increasing your intake of water is also a cleansing mechanism that takes the toxins out of your body. Water helps to promote sweat and sweat is our bodies natural detox process.

There are many that reduce the risk of heart failure and disease by increasing their supplemental intake. Such tips and tricks can include taking Chronium, Pantheline, B12 supplements, folic acid, B6, Vitamin C doses, Grape Seed extract, and Vitamin E supplements. However, who wants to take all those pills? After all, the reason we try to keep healthy is so that we don't have to spend the rest of our lives on pills. And, every supplement mentioned above can be obtained through good food and nutrition. So, here's a list of the foods you can eat to get the the supplements mentioned above.









Chronium - Chronium is essential for increasing the biological action of insulin and promoting the use of glucose by the body cells and tissues for naturally produced body energy.

Foods Containing Chromium

Sweet Potato
Corn
Whole Grains
Whole Grain Cereals
Whole Grain breads
Poultry
Turkey
Tomatoes
Spinach
Broccoli
Onion
Garlic
Basil leaves
Lettuce
Fresh Chili
Green Pepper
Beets
Mushroom
Rye
Apples
Oranges

The amazing thing is that, all of the foods mentioned above include more than just the chronium, they include the other sources mentioned above, such as the Vitamin C, the B6, B12 and Folic Acids. So, we cab see that eating an orange will actually give us chronium and vitamin C, meaning that if we eat good foods, we will get the nutrients we need to prevent heart disease or reverse damage already done.

Thank you for joining me for another blog on natural health. I look forward to having you all join me next time when I discuss detoxing naturally. Be sure to leave your comments or ask questions. And, as always, feel free to click on any of the banners for great resources. If at anytime you missed a blog session, you can always go to http://www.bargainsdirectly.com and click blogger chatter - opinions matter to catch up.

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Juicing for Health & Longevity - The Green Juice

Thanks to all who continue to read my blogs. I gladly welcome your comments, especially while going into the juicing portion of my blogs. I know what juicing has done for me and would like to hear how it has affected you.

Last time, we discussed hydrotherapy and the ability to easily set up a hydrotherapy spa at home. In previous blogs, we discussed vitamins an their various health and skin benefits. If you remember, one of my blogs in particular discussed alternative ways of getting those vitamins. Juicing is one of those alternative ways to get the vitamins your body needs the natural and healthy way. Juicing is a popular choice simply because its easy, tasty and takes less time to juice your vitamins than it does to prepare and eat them. In addition, you are not cooking out all the nutrients.

The first juice we are going to discuss is the green juice. I'm starting off with the green juice because for me, this was the juice that had the biggest impact on how I felt. It increased my energy level, cleansed my body, worked to minimize colds throughout the year and simply made me feel great. I was less fatigued and more productive. I even experienced significant weight loss.

What Is The Green Juice?

Green Juice is a juice made up of green leafy vegetables. It has healing properties that simply put, works. Its also called a chlorophyll drink. When I first heard of the green juice, because of my skeptic nature, I thought there was no way a vegetable juice with green leafy plants could do anything for me. But, the person who introduced it to me explained that when animals are sick, the first thing they do is eat grass. Animals eat grass because it has chlorophyll in it and it helps them heal.

Chlorophyllis are green plants grown in the earth and charged by the sun, which provides energy for plants to photosynthesize the materials needed for human growth like carbohydrates, protiens and fats. Chlorophyll detoxes and rejuvinates cells, tissues, blood, arteries and nerves.

What are the Benefits of the Green Juice (Chlorophyll Juice)?

The more we consume chlorophyll in the form of eating green leaves like salad and herbs in addition to drinking green vegetable juices and wheatgrass, the healthier our hair, bones and skin will be. In addition, it cleans our mind to promote peace and harmony. Once we clean our minds and body temples, the better we are able to deal with relationships with others, whether it be family, children, friends or spouses. And if the aforementioned information is not enough to convince you, simply think with common sense. During the creation of earth, the foods provided for us to eat were all fruits and vegetables that grew from nature. During that time, a person's lifespan was long and extended over several centuries. So, its only natural to believe that there must be some benefit to consuming vegetables and fruits. And, not only does the green drink make you feel better, detox you and repair you, it has a bulk load of vegetables that are still pure. Meaning we have not cooked all the nutrients out.

How Do I Get My Daily Dose of Chlorophyll?

One of the things I found out when I began juicing was that its easy to get overwhelmed or excited and wanting to try various things for various problems. But, I had to stop completely and let each thing work before incorporating other things into my diet. For instance, once I tried just drinking the green juice for two weeks straight, it was then that I could actually tell what the green juice did for me and how I benefited from it.

In addition to the benefits of feeling great, drinking my green juice actually allowed me to cut out two entire meals. The green juice with all the vegetables actually made up for the meals. The aspect of cutting out a couple of meals assisted in my weight loss. Within one week, I lost 7 pounds. And, because my energy level increased by the end of the first week, I actually fely motivated and energized enough to work out. By the end of the second week of me drinking my green juice, I lost 12 pounds and felt amazing.

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Making A Pure Green Drink

Of course the best vegetables to get are the organic vegetables. However, we all know that its not always that easy or cost effective. But, if you can get all the vegetables in organic form, that would be the best.

The vegetables you will need to make one green juice:

1/2 - 1 Bunch of Parsely
3 Sprigs of Watercress
3 Leaves of Kale
1/2 Cucumber
1 Carrot - this aids in the transitioning of juicing. The green drink is super strong. After a few times of drinking the green drink and once you get use to it, you may leave the carrot out so that you get the full effect of the green juice.

Supplies Required

1 Sharp Knife
1 Juice Extractor - A juice extractor helps you get the most juice vs. a plain juicer.

First start by washing your vegetables well. Carrots if using them should be scraped, getting rid of the the dirt and dead skin.

Turn on your juice extrator and place all the aforementioned green vegetables in the machine. You will see your green juice extract immediately. Once all the juice has extracted from all the vegetables into your cup, drink immediately. The longer a pure fresh juice sits, the less nutrients your body is getting.

Make this your first drink in the morning and then drink it again for an evening snack. What this does is give you the boost you need to get through the day, especially if you work. And, the evening drink allows you to not have to worry about juggling work and middle of the day items. Most people fail on their diets due to conflicting schedules in their lives. Drink you green drink for two weeks straight and allow yourself to self reflect on your physical and emotional feelings. You will feel a positive difference.

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What Vitamin Properties are in the Green Juice?

As we mentioned previously, drinking vegetable juices and fruit juices allows you to get your daily dose of vitamins much easier than trying to eat fruits and vegetables. For the pure green drink shown above, here's a list of the vitamins found in each of the ingredients.

Parsely - Parsely is actually an herb. Its great for cleaning the liver. Parsley neutralizes toxins in your liver, inhibits abnormal cell growth, preventing tumors and cancers, and boosts the immune system. Parsely has vitamins C and A, chlorophyll, calcium, sodium, magnesium, and iron. It improves digestion, promotes urination and relieves mucous based conditions such as excess weight, swollen glands, and bladder and kidney conditions and infections. Parsely also fights those free radicals, promotes healthy lungs, bones and the heart.

Watercress- Watercress is actually a member of the cabbage family. Watercress is one of the most highly nutritious vegetables. It provides an excellent source of
vitamins B1, B2, B6, C, and E. Watercress also is a great source of fiber and iron. Watercress is another one of those vegetables that fights free radicals and is an antioxident.

Kale - Kale is one of those vegetables that goes unappreciated for their health and nutritional benefits. This is another antioxident vegetable and contains a wide variety of vitamins and minerals. Kale has a high natural source of manganese, iron,
copper, calcium, vitamin C, vitamin B1, B2, B6 and vitamin E. However, kale is best for its high content of Vitamin A. Although kale has only about 35 calories per serving, it carries 190% of your daily vitamin A requirements.

Cucumber - The cucumber belongs to the pumpkin and squash family. Some call it a vegetable and others call it a fruit. Whichever you prefer, it is still very beneficial to your green drink. Cucumbers provide a large variety of vitamins and minerals, including Vitamin B1, Vitamin B2, Vitamin B3, Vitamin B5, Vitamin B6, Vitamin B9, Vitamin C, Calcium, Iron, Magnesium, Phosphorus, Potassium, and Zinc. Cucumbers work well alone and with the other green juice ingredients. Cucumbers can heal the skin, provide relief from heartburn and has many more benefits. Be sure to juice your cucumber with the skin on so that you are getting all the nutritious benefits.

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This concludes our first segment on juicing. Be sure to join us tomorrow as we discuss the benefits of various carrot juices and their healing properties. Be sure to see our resources throughout the page on how to find some othe the items we talked about, including the best juice extractor at the best price.





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Introducing More Members of the B Vitamin Family

Thank you to all who joined me as we discussed the benefits of Vitamins B1 & B2. We discussed the various natural nutrional sources for Vitamins B1 & B2 and the benefits. We learned that these two Vitamins are super antioxidents that relieve our bodies from free radicals.

Today, we are looking into a few of the other B Vitamins. First and foremost, let me start by saying that there are many types of Vitamin B's and they all have various nutritional and health functions. So, I think it only befitting that we first start by introducing to you the B Vitamin family.

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Vitamin B1 - Also known as Thiamin
Vitamin B2 - Also known as Riboflavin
Vitamin B3 - Also known as Niacin
Vitamin B5 - Also known as Panthothenic Acid
Vitamin B6 - Also known as Pyridoxin
Vitamin B9 - Also known as Folic Acid
Vitamin B12 - Also known as Cobalamin

So, there you have it, the B Vitamin family. But, could you imagine having to take all of these as supplemental pills each and every day? That would take an eternity. And, what would happen if you simply avoided the B Vitamin family? Afterall, that list seems like a bit much doesn't it? Well, lets break it down and discuss what each one means to you and your health. We will discuss the importance, the benefits and nutritious natural ways to ensure you are getting all the B you need.

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The Benefits of B3 (Niacin)

Vitamin B3 is what we like to call a helper vitamin. It works with the other B Vitamins to energize the cells. It helps to regulate circulation, hormones, glucose and works with B2 and B6 to promote healthy skin. Vitamin B3 keeps the digestive system and the nervous system operating at peak performance when you have the proper amounts in your system at all times. Vitamin B3 is also useful in treating certain conditions such as PMS, especially since it helps to regulate hormones. There have also been proven links that B3 can prevent dizziness, headaches and circulation problems. In addition to those benefits already mentioned, vitamin B3 benefits also include: maintaining healthy skin, increasing circulation and help lower high blood pressure. The vitamin has also been known to boost enery levels. And, we know that Vitamin B3, known as Niacin can boost HDL, which is the good cholesterol.

Vitamin B3 Deficient?

Deficiencies can occur to the extreme with B3 and cause a fatal disease called Pellagra. Symptoms of deficiency include canker sores, dementia, diarrhea, and dizziness. Other symptoms include fatigue, halitosis-bad breath, headaches, and indigestion. Insomnia, pain in the extremities, reduced appetite, low blood sugar levels, muscle weakness, skin eruptions, and inflammation. So, you can see the importance of getting the proper amount of Vitamin B3.

People most at risk for being B3 deficient are those who consume alcohol in excess because the alcohol absorbs the niacin in the body. Also, vegetarians may be at risk for a B3 deficiency if they are not careful, making sure they have the proper balanced vegetarian diet.

We all know that too much of a good thing may be equally bad. So, if you feel that you are not getting enough Vitamin B3, it is important to let your doctor run tests and decide. Many people try to self diagnose which sometimes if not completely in tune with your body can be a harmful thing. Many side effects can be attributed to many various situations and only a trained professional can properly diagnose those symptoms.


Natural Nutritious Vitamin B3

Thankfully, Vitamin B3 is found in many foods. We are always reading in the paper or online about various foods and their risks. The media is constantly filling us with information about what is good for us and what will kill us if we eat certain foods. However, the key to eating healthy is by eating in balanced moderation. So, here's a list of foods that will help you get your daily dose of Vitamin B3.

Fish
Liver
Milk
Kale
Turnip Greens
Peas
Green Beans
Beans
Tomatoes
Collard Greens
Tuna
Chicken Breast
Summer Squash
Cantaloupe

Of course this is not a complete list, but its a good start and the foods are easily available at your local grocery stores or farmer's market.



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The Benefits of Vitamin B5 - Panthothenic Acid

B5 is very important for the metabolism and hormone balance. Its another one of those vitamins important for keeping healthy. Another great nbenefit of Vitamin B5 is that it keeps the skin and nervous system healthy. Vitamin B5 helps the body process carbohydrates, proteins and fats.

Vitamin B5 Deficiencies

The lack of Vitamin B5 may cause fatigue and affect your immune system making it more likey to catch infections. It is also possible to suffer from insomnia and frequent cramping. Vitamin B5 is very important for the proper functioning of the nerves in the body. But,the most important function for B5 is making sure the body turns food into useful energy.

Natutal Nutritional Vitamin B5

The best thing about Vitamin B5 is that it is found in almost all foods, although it may only be a small amount in some foods. However, its easy to obtain, decreasing the risk of B5 deficiency. However, be careful! Just because B5 is so easily available through most foods, the nutrient is easily lost during the cooking of foods. Especially the vegetables as we commonly over cook the vegetables. So,here's a simple and short list of some Vitamin B5 rich foods.

Yeast
Liver
Eggs
Peanuts
Mushrooms
Split peas
Soya beans


Vitamin B5 Deficiency

Vitamin B5 is extremely rare in developed countries because its so readily available in a huge variety of foods. However, in cases where poor diet or health problems may be of concern, your doctor can run tests to decide if your are B5 deficient.


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Vitamin To B or Not To B - What A Question

Thank you to all who joined me as we discussed the benefits of Vitamin E. We discussed the various natural nutrional sources for Vitamin E and the benefits. We learned that its a great source to promote healthy skin.

Today, we are looking into the B Vitamins. First and foremost, let me start by saying that there are many types of Vitamin B's and they all have various nutritional and health functions. So, I think it only befitting that we first start by introducing to you the B Vitamin family.

Vitamin B1 - Also known as Thiamin
Vitamin B2 - Also known as Riboflavin
Vitamin B3 - Also known as Niacin
Vitamin B5 - Also known as Panthothenic Acid
Vitamin B6 - Also known as Pyridoxin
Vitamin B9 - Also known as Folic Acid
Vitamin B12 - Also known as Cobalamin

So, there you have it, the B Vitamin family. But, could you imagine having to take all of these as supplemental pills each and every day? That would take an eternity. And, what would happen if you simply avoided the B Vitamin family? Afterall, that list seems like a bit much doesn't it? Well, lets break it down and discuss what each one means to you and your health. We will discuss the importance, the benefits and nutritious natural ways to ensure you are getting all the B you need.

The Benefits of B1 (Thiamin)

The benefits of Vitamin B1 include increased heart health, nervous system health and muscular function. Vitamin B1 helps with digestion, and is important in the metabolism of carbohydrates. Vitamin B1 is also another of those with antioxident properties as we discussed with Vitamin C and Vitamin E. So, this means that Vitamin B1 also can assist in the prevention of many diseases such as cancer and heart disease. In addition, Vitamin B1 has been noticed to increase memory function and concentration.

Why Is Vitamin B1 Important?

Vitamin B1 is extremely important and we must have it daily because its not absorbed by the body when ingested. This means that our bodies are depleted of B1 daily. So, we must replace it daily. Vitamin B1 comes from a variety of foods, so unless you live in an undeveloped country, the risk of you not getting enough is minimal, but you should still make sure you are and you should eveluate your overall health status to determine if you are. Here are a few signs that you might be at risk for Vitamin B1 deficiency.

Alcoholism
Extremely Active People
People over the age of 50
Women taking birth control

In addition, Vitamin B1 is very critical to the growth and development of children.

Natural Nutritious Vitamin B1

Thankfully, Vitamin B1 is found in many foods. We are always reading in the paper or online about various foods and their risks. The media is constantly filling us with information about what is good for us and what will kill us if we eat certain foods. However, they key to eating healthy is by eating in balanced moderation. So, here's a list of foods that will help you get your daily dose of Vitamin B1.


yeast
sunflower seeds
liver
pistachios
pork
cauliflower
peanuts
almonds
potatoes
eggs
asparagus
kale
oranges
oatmeal

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The Benefits of Vitamin B2 - Riboflavin


Vitamin B2 is a water-soluble vitamin that is available from a number of plant and animal sources. It's an important role in maintaining the healthy functioning of your body and for healthy red blood cells. Here again we have another one of those great Vitamins with antioxident properties, which means that it prevents the free radicals in the body and it helps fight infections and colds. Vitamin B2 has also just begun to be used to prevent migranes, something that millions of people suffer from daily. Vitamin B2 is essential for promoting healthy eyes and vision. It can help slow the progression of cataracs. The awesome Vitamin B2 is often used to treat anemia, and plays a key role in the production of energy in the body. Not to mention, it is also useful for preventing cancer.

Vitamin B2 Deficiency

Vitamin B2 is extremely rare in developed countries because its so readily available in a huge variety of foods. However, in cases where poor diet or health problems prevent people from getting enough Vitamin B2, they can suffer from mouth sores, sore throat, skin problems and fatigue. Once again, your doctor can run tests to decide if your are B2 deficient.


Natural B2 Nutrition

Here are some great foods to eat if you find yourself lacking Vitamin B2.

Many foods like bread and cereal are fortified with Riboflavin. But other foods like eggs, milk, broccoli, spinach and brussel sprouts also carry healthy and nutritional sources of Riboflavin. If you are not certain when going to the grocery store about the Vitamin B2 foods, simply think green. Most green leafy vegetables are excellent sources. Also, we should always try to get into the habit of reading labels. Something I really hated doing, mainly because I wanted to get in the store and out. But, once I began reading those labels, it became second nature and I do it now without thinking about it.

Since our B family is such a big one, we decided that it best to break it down into blog parts. We want everyone to benefit from what we write and we certainly don't want to overload the reader. So, we will be back tomorrow at the same time with a recap of today's blog and the introduction of a few mor B Vitamin family members. Until then, here are a few things we hope you will enjoy and benefit from.

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