You are used to me writing about health – food, relationships, supplements, alternative treatments. You may not know that I’ve studied energy healing for over 15 years, working with energy of the body, auric fields, energy as it relates to relationships and even our homes. So, I’m starting a 12 week series of blog posts relating to this fascinating topic and how it affects all areas of our health including physical, emotional, mental and spiritual and relational. Energy is a force of life and a God-given instrument to enhance our wellbeing. The posts will go live by each Tues of the week until mid-October! So, join in regularly and post your experiences so we can all learn from each other.
You may have heard of energy fields, auras, chakras or meridians that correlate to your bodysystems in Eastern medicine. We’ll look at all of these aspects and the energy of your emotions, thoughts, foods and more. There are little tricks in the home you can do to increase positive energy, as well as energy tune-ups for increased health and wellness. I’ll talk about how to protect your energy (from negative people or places) and how to project your energy. This is information that will help you feel better, handle stress and life better and potentially heal from long-standing issues that have been “in your energy field” that you will now be able to release. There’s no voodoo involved, or strange & wacky ceremonies. Just great energy information to assist you on your life’s journey. See you next Tuesday!
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12 Week Energy Series Kickoff!
Tuesday, July 20th, 2010Gettin’ Your Fix
Monday, April 12th, 2010
A lot of people have asked about caffeine withdrawals and “how-to” get off the buzz – especially in the face of a cleanse! I’ve been there, so all I can do is tell you what worked for me. Know that caffeine in small doses is not going to kill you – even on the cleanse. But if you want to help your body function more efficiently by using natural & healthy energy, kicking the coffee habit is wise.
As simple as it sounds is as simple as it is. Just like anything else, 90% of the work is in your mind. The other 10% is taking action to replace coffee with healthy substitutions. I used to drink 3-5 large mugs a day, in a variety of styles & flavors, but haven’t had a cup of joe in 10 years! This was my strategy:
First – any coffee you drink, make sure it’s organic. I believe that removing the chemicals, pesticides and junk from anything will help the brain and liver “read” the substance for what it is, and lesson the detox affects.
Second – Do the good ole fake-out. Yes, I switched to half caf/half decaf for a week or two. Have a friend or spouse mix it together, and you wont know the difference. Faking yourself out gets the mind under control, which lessons the “withdrawal” symptoms.
Third – Start replacing. If you MUST have that first cup in the morning then have it, but any other time you crave caffeine during the day replace it with a coffee alternative like Teeccino (found in health food stores or gourmet markets) or peppermint tea. I used Teeccino as my half-replacement for a few days, then went straight to peppermint and green tea.
Before long, the habit, aromas and pleasurable associations with coffee start to change, and you’ll find yourself not “needing” the fix. Especially after a cleanse, you body will find its natural rhythm, and energy levels will rise and fall naturally.
To help your body adjust, you may want to pay attention to your adrenal glands with herbal support. Healthy adrenals give your body the energy needed at various levels during the day. If you want to read about this, go to A Girl Named Guy fanpage on facebook in the discussion section – I’ve written a lot of healthy tips there for adrenal support.
Good luck – YOU CAN DO IT!! I know, because I got off the caffeine roller-coaster and so glad I did!
Threshold
Sunday, November 29th, 2009
Chlorella
Every health conscious human alive in this era has embraced the word green. It’s become a word about lifestyle, be it environmental, physical or mental. Green represents sustainability. Freshness. Eco-friendliness and frankly, life itself. This word is now embedded into American pop culture: the “Go Green” movement of the 21st Century. I propose we employ an even more thorough green movement, one that will feed the hungry, heal the sick and preserve our ecological system: The “Green Micro-Algae” movement, powered by the dynamos Spirulina and Chlorella.
With a full spectrum of macro and micro-nutrients, trace minerals, fatty acids, nucleic acids, chlorophyll, phytochemicals as well as being chock full of protein, these food substances have fueled civilizations for centuries, offering not only a food alternative to the natives, but optimal nutrition for modern-day health enthusiasts alike. These superfoods are thought to contain every nutrient required by the human body. You could literally live off these micro-algae!
A scientist I am not, but as a natural lifestyle expert and passionista for health and healing, I can attest that Spirulina and Chlorella are harmoniously effective for any body’s health. And, like all food or beverage, the higher the quality input, the greater the results output. That’s why I love Source Natural’s Organic Spirulina and Emerald Garden Organic Chlorella. These superfoods from Source Natural are super-high quality, grown under the rigorous standards of the USDA Certified Organic regulation with no GMO’s, presticides, contaminants, filler or binders, harvested in fresh water or open air in natural sunlight… just the way nature intended.
People often ask, “Do you need to take both Spirulina and Chlorella?” I liken these two powerhouse foods to exercise and nutrition. You can take spirulina or chlorella, the same way as you could choose exercise or a healthy diet. There will be arguments until the end of time if healthy food is better for your health than exercise alone, but in general we know that the two absolutely compliment and support each other. The same is true with Spirulina and Chlorella. One without the other is a great start. The two together? Watch out! Your body, mind and spirit will soar!
Emerald Garden Organic Chlorella is a vegetarian protein that contains 90% of the amino acids available and up to 7% chlorophyll. With a full range of vitamins, minerals, healthy fats, amino acids and ample protein, this food source is unique in that it actually nourishes the system while at the same time cleanses the body of toxins. Chlorella has a unique fibrous cell wall to bind all toxins including heavy metals, pesticides and herbicides and excrete them from the body. Also, Chlorella contains very unique Chlorella Growth Factors to promote growth and regeneration for a younger and more beautiful you! This broken-cell wall Chlorella is a powerful food that also supports the immune system, the cells/DNA, circulation and even blood sugar regulation. You can equally count on this natural cleansing agent to cleanse the colon, blood, kidneys, lungs and liver; as well as to stimulate healing and repair of tissue.
I encourage people interested in adding Organic Chlorella to their diet to begin slowly. Chlorella will most definitely be a great support, but to jump in at mega-doses may not be comfortable, depending on your level of health and/or toxicity. Hearing the amazing benefits of this superfood might inspire you to chug a whole bottle at once. Probably not the best idea. Chlorella’s amazing detox ability should be folded into your lifestyle with ease. Chlorella is capable of removing alcohol from the liver and heavy metals (such as cadmium, mercury, uranium and arsenic), certain pesticides, herbicides, and polychlorbiphenyls (PCBs) from the body’s tissues. Let your body adjust to the healing transformations, allow your system to release the negative toxins and gradually increase dosage as desired results are attained. An added bonus: weight normalization. When the functions of the body are balanced and cleansed, and the processes of assimilation and elimination are working correctly, the body will naturally revert to its ideal weight. As the body is supported at cellular levels, a sluggish bowel is restored, friendly bacteria in the gut are increased and the organs throughout are working with ease. Your energy levels soar, your skin radiates, your mental clarity sharpened and over-all vibrancy returns. It’s the miracle of Green. Green Algae that is.
If Chlorella is the cleansing nourisher, Organic Spirulina is the energy enhancing, nutrition champion of this powerhouse duo. The simple, multi-celled blue-green algae is a complete vegetable source protein that also offers a rare vegetarian form of GLA and is chock full of nutrients. The benefits of ingesting this highly alkaline food substance are so numerous, you’ll wonder why it’s not mandatory on our food pyramid. From antioxidant defense, anti-inflammation support, immune function enhancement, healthy circulation, increasing endurance and energy to preventing oxidative damage to your DNA and supporting healthy neurological function, Organic Spirulina is a win-win-win for your health. It’s highly absorbed protein content is a major bonus for vegetarians and vegans, which has made it a universal food option for all health enthusiasts. With the added nutritional benefits of chlorophyll, calcium, iron and antioxidants, anyone will benefit from Spirulina’s nutritional profile. In fact, Spirulina offers 10x more calcium than milk, 50x more iron than raw spinach and approximately 20x more chlorophyll than wheatgrass, barley grass or alfalfa! And, if you’re watching your weight, this is a perfect addition to your diet. It’s low fat and low calorie but you won’t sacrifice nutrition while monitoring food intake!
Organic Spirulina works congruously with its cousin Chlorella to enhance the natural cleansing and detoxification processes throughout the body. This duo is sure to take you to the next level of health. As is the case with all foods and supplements, it’s imperative to know the source and trust the brand you use.
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