Civilization brings in toxins, and the body can suffer after constant exposure to various chemicals. According to scientists, there are over thirty thousand synthetic chemicals in the environment. There are plenty of ways to experience chemicals that incorporated into our everyday lives.

Scientists recognized the danger of toxins a few decades ago. The leading expert, Samuel Epstein, stated that people exposed to thousands of toxins.

Sometimes people do not feel the silent influence and suddenly awake when got allergies, chronic diseases, or feel tired without reason.

I do not like scary stories about people who suffer and cannot help themselves. Unfortunately, it is a reality, especially if we do not pay attention to our surroundings, what do we eat, where do we live.

The movie Erin Brockovich paints a grim picture of what happens when people do not analyze events and agree with everything that told them.

Do people have the choice to change the environment or circumstances?

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Yes, everybody can take care of the body in less or more extent. We can choose what to drink, eat, how to spend free time, get rid of bad habits, and select the tools that help us to protect ourselves against an invasion of various toxins.

Thee are significant areas where toxins lurk and can do real damages. These areas are:

•   Food
•   Air
•   Water
•   Electronics

Food

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Everybody knows that can of Coca Cola contains eight spoons of sugar. Usually, people drink more as one can of sodas.

The majority of people understand that junk food does not bring any nutrients, only empty calories that become fat. However, fast food chains enjoy popularity and do not lack customers.

Gluten becomes a well-known risk to those who allergic to particular grains. It seems that gluten, according to Suzzane Somers, can “cause brain inflammation and increase  the risk for an autoimmune attack on your brain tissue.”

There are plenty of articles that point out the danger of chemicals to our bodies.

I guess that people do not believe or forget that everybody, who are rich or poor, can put real food on the table without harming the wallet and breaking a bank. Look at other countries such as Europe or Asia. You rarely will find obese people in such quantities as in North America.

Of course, with the help of new fast-food chains in some European countries, obesity can show up without a doubt.

 What do people can do about it?

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•  First, recognize chemicals and toxins in the food
•  Find ways to get free from chemicals  in the meals

There are tools and techniques on how to protect ourselves from toxins lurking in the food, air, water, and from electromagnetic fields.

Magnesium helps detoxify from electromagnetic fields

Magnesium helps get rid of toxins

Air-cleaners provide fresh air without pollution

Water filters protect from toxins

 

The Internet is full of recipes on how to prepare food from scratch, how to preserve it, how to grow vegetables and fruits in your back yard.

You live in the city, and there is no way to grow your food? Farmer markets can help, or you can share with others buying food from farmers in larger quantities and dividing between themselves.

 How to recognize that food is full of toxins?

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There is a simple rule which tells that if you do not understand what written on the label and cannot easily pronounce names of compounds, it means that you have the item stuffed with chemicals.

Our bodies do not need any chemicals. We need building blocks for successful metabolism. Toxins do not help organs or tissues to perform functions. The body adapts for a while but later on, expresses its disappointment giving us allergies or malicious diseases.

Do we need that? I do not think so.

 Water

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To get a full picture of harm from water is advisable to watch the movie Erin Brockovich. It is entertainment and eye-opener at the same time. It does not cover all problems associated with water quality. It does visually paint the picture of naiveness and lack of information.

This movie opens the curtain in the one play with people’s lives. However, there are plenty of different toxins in the water.

Fluoride, chlorine, antibiotics, heavy metals are toxins that pollute our bodies. What stinks about them that these compounds accumulate in the body and do not want to leave us without proper detoxification.

 Air

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Air is another way to get toxins. It is no secret that there is plenty of individuals who allergic to pollen or hay. For me, the smell of grass is unbelievable and tempting; to others, it is a running nose and puffy eyes.

Smog comes from cars, factories, fires, or mixture in between poses danger to our bodies in the long run. If we breathe once, lungs and bronchioles will get rid of disturbing material. Contrarily, when we continuously breathe in polluted air, we can develop various diseases.

Do you remember the horror movie”Fog”? It is about unnatural mist, which engulfed the coastal town. Everybody who stepped and wandered into the fog had been mysteriously killed.

Now, this type of movie become a reality. The University of California in Santa Cruz found out dangerous mercury levels in coastal fog.

The story started with a simple bicycle ride. The scientist felt that his eyeglasses get wet when cruising around. He decided to check out what is in the water. The lab run few times tests because of the disbelief that they found in it.  Before, it was the research of mountain lions. Scientists find in cats dangerous levels of mercury. How do lions get mercury in their system?

• Fog deposited mercury on the ground
• Lichen got it from the air because it does not have roots
• Deers eat lichen
• Mountain lions eat deers

Does it seem simple? Yes, it is a food chain. Unfortunately, the human is no an exception.   We eat plants and animals who feed on them too.

Mercury is a neurotoxin. There is no doubt that this element is not only one which can harm living beings.

 How does mercury reach fog?

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Oceans distribute fog around the whole world. However, we can not blame oceans. Toxins come from the mining industry and coal-fired power plants. The researcher Weiss-Penzias states that “mercury is a global pollutant.”

 

 Electronics and electromagnetic radiation

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It seems that nowadays everybody cannot survive without a smartphone, computer or video games. There is plenty of conveniences using these devices. However, there is a dark side too. The radiation from Wi-Fi can make people sensitive.

French scientists found out that people who continuously use phones for their work have a higher risk of getting tumors such as glioma and meningioma.

Besides phones, smart meters pose a danger to everybody who agrees to have installed close to the house. Extensive EFM radiation surrounds people 24 hours all year long.

Wi-Fi in public transportation, airplanes can disturb the wellbeing of many people.

Susanne Somers, a health advocate, cites Elizabeth Plourde, Ph.D. She points out that the number of people complaining about insomnia, migraines, heart palpitations, shortness of breath, and rashes on skin increased.

The famous doctor Stephen Sinatra states that EMF can disturb the heart rhythm, atrial fibrillation can occur, DNA damage possible. Experts think that EMF can open up the blood-brain barrier.

 A real story

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Doctor Stephen Sinatra has a son who, a few years ago, was on the brink to a death. The doctor thinks that mysterious illness started after long hours spent in Wall Street, surrounded by cellphones. It was electrical pollution. His son’s digestive tract shut down, hormones too, pituitary gland was out. The father tried everything to save his son. Fortunately, he came back after lengthy treatment.

Not everybody is lucky as the doctor’s son. Sometimes people lack money for simple things.

 Wrapping Up

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We cannot live in caves or in places where is no civilization. However, we can escape the side effects of living in the cities and industrial areas.

 How to do that?

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•  Use filters for water. Do not depend on bottled water only because of the possibility of getting harmful substances.
•  Use air purifiers
•  Check food labels, and make meals from scratch, try to eat mostly organic food. The store ALDI is good with prices of clean eating.
•   Detoxify body with the help of knowledgeable health practitioner
• Protect yourselves from mold, home cleaning chemicals, aggressive paints, or chemicals in carpets.

 

 

Zeta White lightening skin system provides the opportunity to brighten skin, make it look fresh and beautiful. Everybody can use Zeta White products.

 Zeta White introduction

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Manufacturer: under Wolfson Berg  Limited name

Made in the United Kingdom

Product purpose: help customers achieve lighter skin with innovative, vegan-friendly, well-researched products.

Price: moderate

 Zeta White products

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 Face lightening wash

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Zeta White face lightening wash contains papaya extract, full of enzymes, and lemon extract. Lemon helps to get rid of melatonin produced by the skin. Washing face in the morning and evening helps the skin to lighten and by nourished with enzymes prom papaya extract.

 Lightening moisturizer

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Zeta White lightening moisturizer contains licorice extract. It helps

•  brighten skin
•  protect  the skin from  the damage of sun rays

You would wonder why, licorice?

It seems that licorice has plenty of benefits to provide for us, not only to satisfy the sweet tooth. Overall, I never like licorice candy. However, I want to share more information with that licorice has more to offer us.

Licorice herb name is Glycyrriza glabra. I know it sounds strange, but it is Latin.

Researchers found out that there are 134 different compounds in the glabra company and over 170 in Chinese counterpart Glycyrriza uralensis.

Main  active licorice components are:

• Flavonoids are antioxidants. They fight against free radicals. As you know that free radicals can fasten aging. Flavonoids help with the inflammation too.
• Triterpenoids contain steroidal substances. One of them is Glycyrrhizin.  It works as an anti-inflammatory.
•  Coumarins and stilbenoids act as antiinflammatory and antibiotic agents.

Flavonoid glabradin has a positive effect on metabolism and acts as the phytoestrogen. It can have a beneficial impact on women’s health.

More licorice benefits show up when taking it orally.

•    Acid reflux and heartburn
•    Adrenal fatigue
•    Leaky gut syndrome
•    Cough and sore throat
•    Immune system  strengthening
•     Menopause
•     Spasm reliever

As you see, licorice that used in the Zeta White lightening moisturizer helps internally and outside.

It is advisable Zeta White cream to use daily. It prevents the further darkening of the skin.

 Lightening Zeta White night  cream

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The night cream contains high amounts of allantoin. This active ingredient derived from botanical plant comfrey helps in:

• Removing dead skin cells
• Keeping cells hydrated
• Soften keratin, the main component of the skin
• Increase the smoothness of the skin
• Promote wound healing and cell proliferation
• Providing an anti-irritant, soothing effect for the skin

 Benefits of 3-point lightening system

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People who use all three products: face lightening wash,  lightening moisturizer and lightening night cream from Zeta White rip benefits because of constant care to their skin 24/7

These three products work synergistically. It means that they increase their beneficial influence on the surface.

Active ingredients provide support and care for skin needs.

Now when you see how it works, there are more benefits on why to choose Zeta White lightening products.

 Pros of Zeta  White Lightening products

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• Ingredients are natural, without toxins, from the trusted suppliers.
• Zeta White lightening system contains ingredients of the highest quality
• Manufacturing takes part in the FDA approved facilities
• Zeta White products do not bleach skin. They do it naturally, reducing melatonin and it’s production in the skin.
•  Zeta White products work gently on the skin
• 3-point lightening system helps rejuvenate dull skin, lighten and brighten it, and soften or remove aging lines on the face.
• Zeta White does not have additives and fillers
• Zeta White products provide care for your skin 24/7

Cons of Zeta White products

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• Price is higher compared with other products

 

However, when you compare the quality and benefits of Zeta White, you will not want to risk your precious skin to experiment with harsh and invasive treatments.

Please check out this table and see yourself the difference between brands:

Okay, okay, I can hear from you. You know that Zeta White products are of the best quality. However, how about the money guarantee?

The company gives a 100 percent money return back guarantee. It means that after trying the product out and having doubts, you can return it and get your money back. This company’s promise is for a lifetime.

I think that it shows the company’s integrity and self-assurance that Zeta White products are effective and deliver results.

On the other side,  people are different. Genetics, environmental issues can affect the skin. You may not get results so fast as other people do. Here lifetime money return policy comes to the picture.

Do I need to pay for shipping?

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Good news! Shipment in the whole USA is free.

 Wrapping up

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Zeta White lightening system consists of active and healthy products. Creams, moisturizers, face washes consist of natural ingredients. They not tested on animals and are 100 percent vegan.

Zeta White products help lighten, brighten, and refresh skin without harm, thanks to high-quality ingredients. Everybody can use Zeta White products. The results depend on constant usage and following manufacturer’s recommendations.

Skin lightening ingredients are of the best quality. Zeta White products do not have toxins, fillers, or additives. The price is on the higher side. However, quality products require careful preparation, scientific research, and constant follow-up in the labs.

Zeta White sends products worldwide. Thousands of people use these products for skin lightening. If you want to see your skin lighter and rejuvenated, Zeta White 3-point lightening system is for you.

 

 

 

How is bottled water safe? Do we need to worry about it? What is better: tap water or bottled water? Bottled water gained popularity when some celebrities endorsed it. Before them, Nestle introduced a single-use PET bottle that attracted customers. Americans spend $31 billion last year on bottled water.

Why people prefer bottled water over tap water?

 Water safety

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One of the biggest reasons is water safety. Plenty of people think that municipal water could be contaminated with chemicals, especially with chlorine, lead, or arsenic. Besides, the bottled water industry ignited fears pointing out tap water is suitable for irrigation and cooking.

Avoidance of sugary drinks

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Another reason to choose bottled water is the willingness to avoid sugary drinks.

Yes, people in this way are right because of sugar consumption that leads to chronic diseases.

The usage of sugar creates plenty of problems besides diabetes and obesity. It removes vital nutrients and creates an addiction consuming more sweets.

 Commercials and online influence

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The third reason is the constant commercial that points out about benefits and convenience of drinking bottled water.

The reality check-up

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Consumer Reports found out as they always do what facts regarding bottled water safety are telling a different story.

IBWA or so-called International Bottled Water Association turn facts upside down when asked about test results.

For example, in 1999, the IBWA website posted a question:” Does bottled water contain any harmful chemicals that can pose a threat to human health?”

Overall, it would be strange that they would answer yes. However, according to Consumer Reports,

federal records show that in the 1990 there were around 50 recalls of bottled water for excessive chlorine, mold, and fecal coliforms.

 What do you think about how IBWA  answered what?

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They pointed out that it meant to be “general nature,” and there was no risk to human health.

Overall, I think that they have a strange sense of humor. Why? Fecal coliforms show that something is fishy with the treatment of water.

Wikipedia explains it perfectly:

In general, increased levels of fecal coliforms provide a warning of failure in water treatment, a break in the integrity of the distribution system, possible contamination with pathogens. When levels are high there may be an elevated risk of waterborne gastroenteritis. Tests for the bacteria are cheap, reliable and rapid (1-day incubation).

Independent tests showed in 1999 that 1 in 4  of more than one hundred brands violated California limits for arsenic or other carcinogens. You do not need to be a scientist to know about the harm of arsenic.

This stuff, I mean arsenic, is found naturally in Earth’s crust, water, air, animals. However, inorganic arsenic can be dangerous because of the nature of how it was produced. Industries use arsenic for various purposes, such as in smelters or for herbicides and pesticides.

 Is a plastic bottle safe?

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Nah, especially if these plastic bottles kept in hot areas such as in the sun. Studies show that antimony trioxide, a carcinogen, may be released into the water if bottles are kept too long, such as five days. Federal limits are 167 degrees after five days, but in some cases, it happens after a few hours.

Think about plastic bottles left in the car on the hot summer day. I saw some people put these bottles back into the cooler and reusing them again. No wonders why various environmental illnesses surround us.

Consumer Reports have a story about the study made in 2019. It shows that microscopic pieces of plastic could leach toxins into the water. People, who drunk only bottled water, consumed on average, 90,000 microplastics annually. Individuals who guzzled only tap water got only 4,000.

What is horrible about these tiny pieces of plastic is what they help create reproductive problems, obesity, and other nasty things.

How does tap water become bottled water?

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A few years ago, I heard saying that bottled water is the same as water from the tap. Previously I sneered at the tap water because of lack of knowledge. I was happy with San Pelegrino, which comes in glass bottles.

Thankfully,   my wallet and my body got better alternatives because of learning about the benefits of minerals.

I will talk about it later, but for now, let’s check how tap water becomes suitable for famous brands.

I never was crazy about  Coca-Cola, except the company’s commercials at Christmas time and beautiful design of bottles or about Nestle, which strips communities and lakes taking water for their own needs.

However, when I read in Consumer Reports article about the usage of tap water by these famous brands, I was confused. Is it a crime or just fooling of consumers giving tap water names such as Dasani, Aquafina, Poland Spring, or Zephyrhills Natural Spring Water?

Yes, you understand, right.

Companies use water from the tap, create a brand name, and make a nice profit. Besides, companies such as Nestle drain out lakes, the resources of local people.

How about tests of bottled water

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According to Consumer Reports, “Government regulators generally don’t test bottled water themselves, and bottled water makers aren’t required to publish their results.”

Besides, companies are not responsible for making the results of tests available to the public.

 What does it mean?

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It means that there is no consumer protection at this point. You depend on the generosity and sanity of manufacturers who can be honest or think about profits. You heard plenty of stories about how people were left behind when something serious happened. The city of Flint is one of having this reputation.

Of course, I  doubt if tap water from Flint could go into bottled water because of the color. However, there are plenty of toxins that do not appear visible to the human eye.

 Funny story about Fiji water

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It is op to you decide how much fun is here, especially if you would be a customer who used this particular Fiji bottled water.

At 2006, Fiji had an ad which stated that water is good in bootle because of the different origin, not taken from the tap in Cleveland.

Officials in Cleveland did not get excited over this statement and checked their tap water and water in Fiji bottles.

 What do you think they found?

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Cleveland’s municipal water was good. Fiji bottled water had arsenic in it. How about that?

Here is a peak of Fiji’s reaction to findings. The company told us that it was only a joke. Uh!

Let’s see how  tap water can serve for us

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The majority of the USA have access to safe tap water, except in some communities, there are real problems. The lack of investment in water systems leads to disasters such as Flint or in the Hudson, Mass.

It is good news for tap water users that systems that provide water to 90 percent of the USA  consumers are safe. Only less than ten percent had at least one health-based quality violation.

You can learn about your tap water safety, receiving annual water quality, called the Consumer Confidence Report.  If you do not get one, you need to call the local water supplier. People who rent can ask reports from their landlords.

Testing kits

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It is advisable to test the water using test kits because of lead danger. Why? Municipalities can provide excellent water to you, but lead can reach your water from pipes that go into your house.

EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) recommends using a certified lab. Sometimes communities can provide test kits free of charge.

Filters 

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Filtering tap water prevents you from headaches and possible problems coming with contamination from bottled water or the tap, mainly if you do not test it.

Filters are various depending on the quality and price.

According to Consumer Reports, osmosis filters are the most reliable. They can remove arsenic, lead, bacteria, chlorine, and other chemicals.

It is essential to know and make sure that filters are certified to NSF International standards by an independent lab.

 What does it mean?

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It means that these labs are not associated with manufacturers and not have influence from them.

 What do I use? 

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Osmosis filters are too expensive for me, and they require a lot of space. I choose the Pure Earth Technologies Inc. filtration system. You can select various cartridges for your needs. The quality is excellent and price affordable.

If you would read more about water filtration and devices for it, please check this link.

 Wrapping Up

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Water is the main staple for humans. However, we need to be conscious of the quality of it. As you see, there are no strict requirements from regulation agencies about testing. Bottled water seems convenient to use, especially when you see celebrities doing that. The majority of bottled water sold today appears to be safe.  However, you are the most important person who must have the responsibility for your health.

It is an adage about first taking care of yourself, and then later on that others will help you too.

Having filters at your home or the renting place will save you from the problems being sick and at the same time will save you money when you refill your glass bottle without the need going to the store.

I add some magnesium ReMag and some of the Himalayan salt. It is a perfect drink that gives benefits not just for the body but for the mind too. Would you like to read about the best magnesium supplement? Check this link here.

If you have questions or remarks, please leave a comment.

 

 

 

 

 

 

Spirulina, blue-green algae is a fantastic source of nutrients. Does Spirulina help you lose weight? Yes, especially if you exercise and consume all the vital nutrients, your body can do it quickly and without unpleasant feelings.

It is good to know that nothing happens overnight. It may be just pleasant dreams, which come and go about the proper shape on the beach. Everybody, who wants to lose weight, must have a plan and follow health practitioners advice. Why do you need that?

Usually, overweight people have not just plenty of unnecessary fat around the belly, but they can be prone to diabetes and heart problems. It is useful when somebody watches over you. Anyway, Spirulina does not harm anybody and never will, primarily if you will use organic brands.

Why organic?

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Organic means that the source of nutraceutical food checked thoughtfully and diligently. There is no chemical residue and toxins. Labs are responsible for delivering results and giving answers about the product. If something is wrong, nobody will approve the food supplement as the organic one. Organic means that you get the best product, which does not harm you.

     Think about it why you gain weight?

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•  Bad relationship?
•  Plenty of junk food?
•  Genes?
•  Staying against TV or playing video games?

Nobody gains weight starting from nothing. Unnecessary food and bad quality of it adds plenty of calories. Think about sugary drinks. I think that the whole world knows that in one can of soda usually is at least eight spoons of sugar. Okay, maybe now manufacturers are smarter and they but different sweeteners which are worse.

Why?

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Because artificial things are unfriendly to the body, look at animals. Dogs and cats become fat because we want to express our love for them and feed with everything that animals ask. Have you seen these pleading eyes of your furry friend when you took icecream fro freezer? How can you stand away and do not feel guilty indulging just yourself? Why do I talk about it?

Because of all these things which look innocent, the usage of it leads to obesity. Empty calories do not give the body vital nutrients. The body craves it. It is a vicious cycle, which we can break with the help of Spirulina. Having Spirulina as the nutraceutical food you will provide for vital body nutrients. You will have calories which will be used for energy and the body’s building blocks.                                                                                                                                                 You do not need fat around your belly or waist. It happens when empty calories from junk food go the storage in the shape of fat. Read the story about this guy. He won his war using will and calculator in his brain. He does not need many pizzas and bottles of soda. Now he can go to the gym and pick clothes which look good on him. Another guy won his fight too, but it took for him longer to understand that is going on.

 Benefits of Spirulina

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• Spirulina has plenty of proteins. There is 85-95 digestion from the Spirulina
• Spirulina has few calories. Ten grams of Spirulina has only 36 calories. One egg contains 300 mg of cholesterol and 80 calories.
• Spirulina is rich in vitamins. This blue-green alga has vitamin A, vitamins B1, B2, B3, B6, B12, vitamin C, vitamin D, vitamin E, pantothenic acid, inositol, and biotin.
• Spirulina contains organically bounded minerals.
• Spirulina contains iron. Its quantity makes Spirulina wealthiest iron source.
• Spirulina has plenty of pigments which help synthesize enzymes. Enzymes are proteins which participate in the body’s metabolism. However, enzymes vanish in the high temperature. It means that organic Spirulina serves best because the process is regulated to preserve all best qualities of algae.
• Besides enzymes, which help with the body’s metabolism, Spirulina contains a particular one protein, which fights against free radicals. Enzyme called superoxide dismutase (SOD).
• Spirulina is low in sodium. Most of the foods have hidden salt and sugar inside them to give a better taste. The body does not need so much.
• Spirulina contains 225 mg of essential fatty acids. These acids are crucial for cholesterol level normalization. Essential fatty acids are precursors for hormone compounds, called prostaglandins.
• Fatty acids in Spirulina come in the form of linoleic and gamma-linolenic acid (GLA). GLA is a precursor for hormones which control functions such as the blood pressure. Have you seen an obese person with low blood pressure?
•  Spirulina contains trace minerals such germanium, magnesium, zinc, selenium, copper, calcium, and manganese.

How does Spirulina help with weight loss?

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 Taking Spirulina, you do not crave for vital nutrients. More in detail, your body does not need nutrients. We eat plenty of junk food because it is full of empty calories without the necessary materials for the body to function well. You can not build the house on marshmallows; you need steady bricks and good wood.

We take our bodies for granted. Here we make big mistakes, especially if we do not care what do we eat, what do we drink and how we act are.

There are plenty of diets, but weight loss can be harmful, and the weight comes back. Why? The body is smart and requires resources to survive. If you give good stuff such as Spirulina, you will not gain weight.

You will be energetic, without additional pounds and with the improved self-esteem. I know that Spirulina is not a tasty one.

You can put it in a smoothie, which consists of vegetables. Adding some cacao powder and stevia, which is a natural sweetener, you will have a pleasant experience.

Why do I not offer fruits? Fruits usually have plenty of sugar. Of course, it is a natural thing. However, when you are obese, you do not need to put additional pressure on your pancreas and liver.

 Conclusion

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You can lose weight with Spirulina. Remembering that one guy in Japan lived 15 years eating only Spirulina, you can deal with that few of weeks. Consult with health practitioner regarding your health. People who are not dangerously obese will benefit from Spirulina. However, maybe you need additional sources to support your body during the transition.

The supplement bundle from Dr. Carolyn Dean is an excellent way to get all necessary elements and feel good. You can take a look here.

What do you think about Spirulina? It would be nice to hear from you.

 

 

Food dehydrators help preserve food. Here you will find eight helpful food dehydrators for wellness produce high quality, fiber-rich products. When summer ends, and fall begins, we have plenty of fruits and vegetables. It can be spoiled because we do not have so much capacity in our stomachs to eat everything that is grown and looks so appealing.

 Benefits of food dehydrators

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•  Preserve food from spoiling
•   Dehydrated food has plenty of fibers
•   Saves money
•   Saves storage space
•  Produces healthy snacks and meal replenishment

Food preservation

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Food preservation helps us in the long run. We can eat dehydrated food all year long and have benefited from it. Preserved food lets us save good vegetables and fruits, which oppositely would be thrown away.

You can save food in various ways. You can marinate it, put in cans, make preserves, combine with gelatine, smoke. However, these efforts require additional compounds such as salt, sugar, or other preservatives.

 Fibers

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You heard this expression: eat your vegetables. I am not a big fan of it because sometimes I do not want to eat vegetables. My stomach does not deal with that, or the taste does not appeal to me.

I know that fibers are suitable for wellbeing, especially for the intestine.

A sedentary lifestyle does not provide any help to bowel muscles which must work harder and harder. Why?

Everything that we eat must go away after absorption. We do not need waste to clog our pipes. Otherwise, we suffer consequences such as acne, toxication, change of belly shape, meteorism, and so on.

Fibers help move all waste down. They work as the broom which brushes walls of the intestine. This process helps bowel muscles to work more efficiently.

I guess that you understand the difference between clean from the waste body and full of undigested food. If the waste stays in the intestine, you will know about it pretty soon.

It is not the same as the saying: what happens in Las Vegas, stays in Las Vegas. It is a different case.

Without fibers, the microbiota cannot provide the full range of benefits for the body.

What is microbiota? It is a big bunch of various bacterias which help us to digest food and stay sane and happy. Do not believe it? Read this article, please.

 What is fiber?

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Dietary fibers are undigested parts of vegetables or fruits. Fibers can be

•    Soluble fiber
•    Insoluble fiber

Soluble fiber dissolves in the water. Insoluble fiber does not have this ability.

 Soluble fiber

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Soluble fiber forms in water or other liquid the mass similar to the gel-like material. According to the Mayo Clinic, it helps lower blood cholesterol and glucose levels.

You can find soluble fiber in peas, beans, oats, citrus fruits, carrots, psyllium, apples, and barley.

 Insoluble fiber

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These fibers help to form the bulk of the mass in the intestine. Insoluble fibers help food move through the gut. It allows individuals who have problems with constipation or irregular bowel movement.

You can find plenty of this type of fibers in the whole-wheat flour, green beans, wheat bran, potatoes, cauliflower, and nuts.

 How can you benefit from fibers?

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Bowel job normalization. Fibers increase to the bulk of waste and make it soft. It prevents from damaging inner blood vessels. Nobody likes hemorrhoids, do you?

People who have sensitive bowels and stool is watery, fibers add some of the consistency and help with the safer removal of the waste.

Bowel wellness maintenance. Besides hemorrhoids prevention, dietary fiber may lower the chances to develop small pouches in the colon. This problem can lead to diverticular disease.

Some studies show that diet full high quality of fibers can make a positive impact on colorectal cancer.

Lowering cholesterol. Soluble fibers are suitable for lowering low-density lipoprotein. Besides it, fibers may help deal with inflammation and blood pressure reduction.

Control of blood sugar. Nobody needs high levels of sugar in the blood. It can lead to widespread and harmful disease: diabetes. Fibers prevent the fast absorption of the sugar. In this way, insulin resistance is in control. The pancreas does not need to release more insulin to keep the sugar level in safe levels for the body.

Dietary fiber helps control body weight. Nobody wants to be big or buy over and over again, new clothes. Dietary fibers help to create a sense of fulfillment. You do not need to look around for ice-cream or candies. That is great that fibers have fewer calories compared with different types of food.

Promotes longevity. Living longer is useful, especially if we not complain about health and do not suffer from chronic diseases. Studies suggest that people who eat more fibers can experience less cardiovascular and cancer diseases. The risk reduces because dietary fibers have health benefits.

 Which fiber is best?

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Vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds have most of the fibers. When you eat food, full fibers, you rip all benefits. From another side, you save money in the long run.

Best fiber is from the whole food. It means that this food is intact, not processed, and has most of the fibers. Organic food or food bought from known farmers brings real benefits.

You would think about fiber supplements. Of course, it is better than nothing. However, the whole food has all minerals, vitamins, and other nutrients. Fiber supplements are processed. It means that fiber was affected by heat. As you know, heat destroys all good stuff.

Now, when we know how fibers can help us, let check out eight helpful food dehydrators for wellness.

  Excalibur 3926TB 9 Tray Electric Food Dehydrator

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The 3926TB 9-Tray Dehydrator is a unique product with plenty of space, which provides a good job preserving food.  The device uses patented Parallex Horizontal Airflow helping dehydrate food more efficiently.

 Product information

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Manufacturer: The Legacy Companies USA

Item weight: 22 lbs

Item dimensions: 19 x 17 x 12,5 in

Electricity: 600 Watts and 110V Voltage

 

 Benefits of Excalibur 3926TB 9-Tray Dehydrator

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• The dehydrator with nine trays lets you preserve large quantities of food
• The device is solid
• Trays are BPA free, easily removable. However, you do not need the rotate during the dehydration process.
• You can wash trays in the dishwasher
• You can dehydrate various foods as you wish, even pieces of chicken for the dog.
• The heating element, thermostat, and fan are in the back of the dehydrator. Cool air goes in and flows around food when heated.
• The dehydrator can fit on the counter easily
• The timer helps you to control the drying process and have the peace of mind, that the device will switch off when food is dehydrated.
• The timer can be set for 26 hour period and works in the 105 to 165 F temperature range.
• Excalibur has 15 square feet of drying space
• Food dehydrates fast thanks to the patented Parallex Horizontal Airflow.
• It is easy to clean the Excalibur after usage

Conclusion

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Excalibur is an excellent device for those who want to consume healthy food. Dehydrated vegetables, fruit, meat have most of the nutrients intact. You can use your imagination for various recipes such as making fruit leather rolls, yogurt, beef jerky, granola, or spaghetti sauce leathers.

Besides vegetables and fruits, you can dry fish, raise bread. Plenty of space in the machine helps you to save time instead of waiting to dry another portion of food. The unit works quietly. The noise is not higher as from the convection oven.

Excalibur 3926TB 9-tray dehydrator can serve all year long. Dehydrated food in glass containers can stay a long time and be fresh. You will have benefits from dry food because it is free from chemicals, preservatives, and contains dietary fibers and nutrients.

 

 

 Gourmia  Countertop Dehydrator

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Gourmia 4328521155 GFD1680 countertop food dehydrator makes food delicious and worth of attention. This dehydrator is practical and straightforward when it comes to the dehydration of vegetables and fruits.

 Product information

Manufacturer: Gourmia

Item weight: 17.8 lbs

Item model number: 4328521155

 Benefits of Gourmia Countertop Dehydrator

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• The dehydrator is easy to use and maintain
•  Airflow reaches all six trays without obstacles
• The transparent unit door lets you observe the process of dehydration
• You do not need to rotate trays because air reaches all corners and surfaces from below and above of food.
•  Digital thermostat lets you set the desired temperature for your food
•  You can dry up to 2 pounds of fruits, vegetables or meat at once and have some space left
•  Trays are BPA free
•  The dehydrator has automatically shut off feature
• The unit lets you know when dehydration is done with the beep
•  The item uses a little bit of electricity

 Cons

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•   You need to wash trays manually with soap
•   The timer works only for 10 hours. If you need to dry longer, you will reset it again.
•   You cannot disable heating function

 Conclusion

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Gourmia dehydrator is a helpful device when you want to stay away from junk food. It does the dehydration job correctly, without fussing with food. The price is moderate, and the quality of the food is good.

 

 

 Magic Mill Professional food dehydrator

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Magic Mill food dehydrator comes with the full array of beneficial options regarding dehydration of food. You dry most of all types of foods, even herbs, and beef jerky.

 Product information

Manufacturer: Magic Mill

Item weight:21.4 lbs

Item model number: MFD-9100-1

Benefits of Magic Mill  professional food dehydrator

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• the unit has nine stainless steel height adjustable racks
• Airflow goes from the back of the device to the front
• You can dehydrate at once 9 pounds of desirable food
• You can set the temperature or use the timer
• Timer lets set temperature and automatically shuts off when the job is done
• You do not need to rotate shelves because the heat is distributed evenly
• You will get three  fruit leather sheets
• You can buy more stainless racks if you need it. The dehydrator has nine racks already
•  Drip pan prevents from spoiling and helps maintain the cleanliness in the unit
•   The device comes with stainless steel mesh
• The unit works quietly
• You can wash racks in dishwasher saving your time
• Plastic components of the dehydrator are BPA free
• The Magic Mill Dehydrator has plenty of space
• One set of oven mittens added to Magic Mills unit complex

 Cons

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•  People who like raw food can not set the proper temperature.
•  You can not choose a particular temperature because of preset settings
•  The unit needs to be unplugged after 20 hours of usage.
•  Some of the customers missed the guide for various items

 Conclusion

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Magic Mill professional food dehydrator is an excellent choice for everybody who wants to have a productive working unit, which produces high-quality dry products. This device is cheaper compared with Excalibur but has all properties and features which provide a good job.

 

 

Ivation 6 Tray Digital Electric Food Dehydrator

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Ivaton 6 tray digital electric food dehydrator helps you to prepare fresh meals from scratch, which are without chemicals or preservatives. The unit uses airflow circulation technology, which ensures proper drying.

 Product information

Item weight:13.8 lbs

Manufacturer: Ivaton

Item model number: IV-FD60RB

 Benefits of Ivaton food dehydrator

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• Contains six removable tracks
• Materials are BPA free
• The unit has an adjustable thermostat which helps you to choose the desired temperature for the food
• Solid sheet serves as the place to make fruit roll snack
• The device works without loud noise like the fan
• You do not need to rotate trays
• It is easy to clean the equipment and maintain it

 Cons

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•  It takes a long time to dry when racks are full
•   Trays can be not sturdy for the more extended usage
•   Some customers complained about inadequate customer support
• Some of the people would like to have stainless steel trays

 Conclusion

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The Ivation food dehydrator is a decent device at a modest price. It provides excellent job drying various food such as fruits, vegetables, meat.

 

 

 

   Chefman Food Dehydrator Machine

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Chefman food dehydrator equipped with a timer, airflow maximized function, temperature presets. It lets you dry foods regarding your taste and needs.

 Product information

Manufacturer: Chefman

Item weight: 15.05 lbs

Item model number: RJ43-SQ-6T

 Benefits of  the Chefman food dehydrator

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• Trays are BPA free and easy to clean
• You do not need to rotate trays
• The Chefman dehydrator dries various food: from herbs to the beef jerky
• Automatically shuts off when the job is done
• The unit works quietly
• Products come dehydrated and of good quality
• The device is easy to operate and maintain
• The price does not break the wallet

 Conclusion

Chefman food dehydrator is an excellent solution for those who want to keep a healthy lifestyle and stay away from junk food. The device does its job drying different food. Temperature settings let to choose the desired level of heat. You will nor break the family budget with this affordable and useful for the wellbeing food dehydrator.

 

 

 

 BioChef Arizona Sol Food Dehydrator

BioChef Arizona Sol Food dehydrator is an excellent option to those who like stainless steel materials, do not want break wallet but like good quality.

 Product information

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Manufacturer: Vitality 4 Life

Item weight: 11.46 lbs

  Benefits of BioChef Arizona sol food dehydrator

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•   Trays made of stainless steel
•   Trays slide in easily and are sturdy
•   Outer casing made of non-leaching material called PP(polypropylene)
•    The unit dries various food
•      The digital timer helps set the right temperature
•    Time selection comes in 30 minutes intervals. It is easy  to adjust temperature regarding the type of food
•     The door slides out to the top. You can easily to reach trays to take them out
•   The unit is comfortable to maintain and clean
•   The fan works quietly

 Cons

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It can take a long time to dry the food

 Conclusion

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The BioChef Arizona Sol Food dehydrator is a suitable device which does its job: dries the food. The price is fair. The usage of materials is beneficial to the body because trays yare made of stainless steel. The rest of the parts y are made of high-quality, safe polypropylene. This dehydrator will provide benefits for your wellbeing when you incorporate into a diet rich with fibers food.

 Tribest Sedona Express SDE-S6780-B Digital Food Dehydrator

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Tribest Sedona Express food dehydrator is an excellent unit thanks to the features which preserve best qualities of food. Low-temperature let’s keep enzymes which are vital for the proper body metabolism.

 Product information

Manufacturer: Tribest

Item weight: 20.4 lbs

Material type: steel

Item model number: SDE-S6780-B

 Benefits of Tribest Sedona Express Digital Food Dehydrator

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• Enzyme protection. The dehydrator uses the feature, called TST. It is a two-stage sequential temperature-timer. It sounds funny, but in short, it means that the temperature, in the beginning, will be high and later on gradually will slow down. This process helps preserve enzymes and nutrients, which are vital for the body’s metabolism.
• Overheat protection. It allows you to set maximum temperatures instead of average temperatures. It prevents enzyme spoiling during the dehydration process.
• Continuous operation mode. You can choose how long you want to dehydrate food. The period is up to 99 hours. Impressive, isn’t it?
• Glass hinged door. The glass door lets you see the process and easy to take out or insert trays. Internal LED light allows better observe and check what is going on inside dehydrator.
• 11 stainless steel trays. Products, made from steel, serve longer, and cannot spread harmful chemicals.
• The dehydrator is equipped with tray from stainless steel.
• The maximum temperature is 167 degrees Fahrenheit or 75 degree Celsius.  You can choose which temperature mode you would like to use: Fahrenheit or Celsius. You do not need to precook beef jerky in the oven. Everything is done for you in Tribest  Sedona Express dehydrator.
• The dehydrator is great for raw food lovers.
• The dehydrator has a washable and reusable air filter.
• Compact design lets you put the unit in the kitchen, saving counter space.
• The dehydrator works quietly.
• Tribest Sedona Express dehydrator has a 10-year warranty

 Cons

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• This dehydrator is an expensive product.
• Some dehydrators from Tribest have BPA free trays. You need to check which option do you choose. This particular model has stainless steel trays.

 Conclusion

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Well, this dehydrator Tribest Sedona Express is worth your money if you considering to get a dependable, robust and able to produce food, full of enzymes and nutrients. It is excellent for people who eat raw food. You can choose a temperature which preserves all the nutrients. The food does not have any contacts with plastic details. Compact design provides plenty of space inside the unit but at the same time takes less of your counter in the kitchen. The 10-year warranty allows you to have the peace of mind if something unexpected happens.

 

 

 Nesco FD-1040 Gardenmaster Food Dehydrator

Nesco FD-1040 Gardenmaster food dehydrator comes with digital features, 1000 watts of drying power, and ability to expand to 20 trays. Converge-a-Flow airflow allows air dry food from top to bottom.

 Product information

Item weight: 8.95 lbs

Material type: plastic

 Benefits of Nesco FD-1040 Gardenmaster Food Dehydrator

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• All plastics are BPA free
• The significant capacity allows using 20 trays
•  The dehydrator turns off automatically
•  Controls on the lid lets set comfortable temperatures
•  It is suitable for chicken strips, vegetables, mushrooms, and fruit
•  The unit is easy to operate
• The unit is easy to clean

 Cons

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•  The unit is loud
•   The food can be spoiled using more trays, especially in the lower trays
•  You need to open the lid to see how dry the food is
•  The dehydrator does not make beef jerky tasting good without preparation such as putting in the marinade
•  You need to play with temperatures to find out what works best for you and food.
•  The dehydrator does not have the cool mode for a fan. The lowest temperature is 90 degrees

 Conclusion

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Most of the customers are happy with Nesco FD-1040 Gardenmaster food dehydrator. Despite that everything constructed from  BPA-free plastic, this unit makes great dehydrated food. The fair price, which does not break your wallet and excellent performance make it tempting to add as one of the necessary gadgets to your kitchen.

 

 

 Wrapping Up

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All these dehydrators are worthy because they do a great job preparing healthy food. However, some features such as prolonged drying, lack of low temperature for raw food lowers do not appeal for them. Somebody calls them fanatics, but I do not agree with this definition. Why? Everybody is entitled to their own opinion and has the right to choose. Somebody needs just dry fruits and veggies. Another person would like to buy the device for life as I believe that the Tribest Sedona Express is.

From the health point, more enzymes and nutrients left in your food; more you get benefits. Of course, you always will get fibers from the food dried with every dehydrator, mentioned in this article. You will be free from chemicals and additives which are in dried food from stores. Yes, you can find good quality dried goodies, but the cost is high too.

In the long run, people save money by using suitable devices to prepare healthy snacks at home.

Your furry friends will happy too when you will prepare for them chicken stripes or anything healthy and tasty for them.

Benefits of healthy eating

Healthy eating means that your body gets all the vital nutrients needed for your body. No less, no more. You do not need to stuff yourself as the Thanksgiving turkey unless:

• Your diet lacks certain nutrients, and you search for missing minerals, vitamins, or proteins, consuming plenty of junk food.
• Your emotional state is out of balance thanks to stress and events in ordinary life.

Goods news are that if we get all the nutrients with our diet, we will conquer most of the obstacles or will find ways how to overcome and avoid them.

The lack of nutrients pushes the body out of the balance. If we do not get that our body needs, we will have problems.

One of the problems is when the body cannot adequately rid of toxins. We can use chemicals, but if we do not change the situation, problems will occur.

For example, as you know that junk food lacks fibers, vitamins, minerals, and enzymes. Processed food can stay a long time on the shelf. It does not have a life inside. There is no fiber which would help intestine to move unwanted calories down the drain.

Our ancestors did not have so many problems as we have now. Modern life brings a lot of good things around, but at the same time lures as to be less active and deprived of real, nutritious food.

Food dehydrators help us to avoid junk food because dried fruits, vegetables, mushrooms, meat help satisfy the need to munch on something.

Habits do not die fast. The transition from junk food can be horrible. In this way, food dehydrators can be real saviors in our path to wellbeing.

 Benefits of healthy eating are:

•  You do not gain weight
•  You have energy
•  You can postpone or avoid all chronic diseases
•  Eating nutraceutical food, you can improve your wellbeing
•  You can help others who are less fortunate because you feel good.
•  You can accomplish more tasks and reach your goals when your body is in great shape

Do you have a food dehydrator? It would be interesting to know how long do you use it? Please, leave a comment below.

 

 

 

Protein is an essential material for the body. Protein powder’s upside downside tips and guidance will show why you need wisely choose from the various brand. Protein powders are different by structure, nature of the material, quality, and added components.

 Why Do We Need Proteins?

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Proteins serve the body participating in every process within cells. What do proteins do?

• Plenty of proteins are enzymes which influence chemical reactions in the body. They are vital to the body’s metabolism.
• Proteins perform mechanical and structural functions in muscles.
• Proteins participate in cell adhesion when cells interact and attach to neighboring cells.
• Proteins play a vital role in the immune system. An antibody, known as the immunoglobulin serves as the killer of pathogenic bacteria and viruses. It neutralizes intruders.
• Cell life needs proteins too. During cell division, proteins are synthesized and serve for new cells. The constant buildup and breakdown in cells is an essential part of the body’s metabolism. Cells need building blocks from proteins to make new cells.
• When cells break down, proteins participate in the detox system to remove the trash from the body.
• Individuals need proteins which cannot be synthesized by the body. We need to get essential amino acids from outside sources because our bodies do not produce them.

   Casual Protein Benefits

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Now you know why your body needs proteins. However, most of us do not have much time to think about wellness and health. We want to have convenience anywhere starting from Alexa and finishing with dietary supplements. Busy schedules, family duties, and wish to accomplish as much as possible during one day gives protein powder to have a proper place in our diets.

• Everybody knows that fit body leaves a better impression compared with a slumpy one. You do not need to be as from the front page of a magazine. However, you can have fit body getting dietary supplements of high quality, exercising your body and mind.
• Protein powder works best right away after exercise when the body burns calories without putting them into storage. You do not need to cook the steak or other meals.
• Protein powder can do a great job fulfilling you and providing building blocks for muscles, tissues, and cells.
• Besides it, protein powder boosts burning of calories and lets you create more lean muscle mass.

  Who Can Benefit From Protein Powder?

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•  fast-growing teenagers
•   Busy Moms
•   wAthletes, who need muscle-building proteins. Athletes can burn twice as many proteins compared with the individual who is not so active.
•    Adults and seniors, who want to keep muscle mass intact and without damage.
• Everybody, who does not have time to cook a  protein meal, and they want to replenish the body with needed nutrients.
• Individuals who want to lose weight, and they look for the fast burning, low-calorie meal.

Vegans can benefit from hemp, rice, and pea protein. Vegetarians will be content with whey protein which contains all essential amino acids.

 How Many Proteins Do We Need?

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According to Dr. Carolyn Dean, M.D., N.D. if you want to count in grams using the metric system it will be like this:

Bodyweight in kilograms multiplies by 0.8. For example, if you weight 80 kilos, you need 80 x 0.8=64 grams of proteins per day. For infants, you need multiply by two and for growing adolescents by 1.2.

Imperial Version

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You multiply body weight in pounds by 0.36. If your weight is  176 lbs, 176 x 0.36=63.36g of protein each day.

For infants, multiply by 0.9 and for growing adolescents multiply by 0.54.

  Protein Types

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Proteins can be animal-based or plant-based proteins.

We need a clean product from chemicals, toxins, antibiotics, and artificial colors or sweeteners.

Words such as grass-fed, without hormones or hormone-free, cold processed show that proteins are of good quality.

There are plenty of good brands which do not contain sugar, heavy metals, sugar alcohols, caffeine, or even steroids. You need to check labels and carefully pick the best protein powder, which suits your needs.

Some of the companies have small packages which you can try how it works for you. Whole Foods sell small kits. Dr. Carolyn Dean M.D., N.D. offers Restructure High Protein Powder in small packages too.

 What Is The Difference Between Animal Proteins and Plant-Based Proteins?

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You know that we need proteins as building blocks for cells and all the bodily structure. We need essential amino acids which our bodies do not produce.

Animal-based protein powder comes from dairy and eggs.

According to T.Colin Campbell, Ph.D., Jacob Gould Schurman Professor Emeritus of Nutritional Biochemistry at Cornell University, animal-based proteins are more similar to human proteins. It means that amino acids derived from animal proteins can be faster used for body’s required proteins.

One or few essential amino acids can limit plant proteins. However, if these lacked amino acids will be added to the plant-based protein, there will be no difference between these two types of proteins.

 Cons Of Animal-Based Proteins

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According to T.Colin Campbell, Ph.D.

   Animal proteins also have a higher concentration of sulphur containing amino acids that get metabolized to acid-generating metabolites. As a result, a slightly lower physiological pH must be corrected and buffers like calcium are used to attenuate these adverse acid effects-to the disadvantage of the host.

Cancer cells prefer an acidic environment. It means that it can be a lottery where you can get the unlucky ticket. T.Colin Campbell states that casein is a problem maker.

Besides it, countries where people eat a lot of meat, the cancers rates are higher. Heart diseases, kidney stones, hypertension, osteoporosis, diabetes happen more often.

Choosing animal-based proteins, you will miss vitamins, fibers, and other nutrients such as calcium.

When you choose the animal-based protein, you must be sure that it came from a reliable source, not from factory animals, treated with antibiotics and hormones.

You know that hormones, antibiotics, and drugs cannot bring health to your body. Animals who stay inside farms, do not eat grass, get plenty of hormones and antibiotics to stimulate growth, will not provide functional quality proteins.

 Pros Of Animal-Based Proteins

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•  You will get all essential amino acids
•  Your glucose tolerance can be improved
•  You will manage your appetite better
•  Lower triglycerides

However, you need to get animal-based proteins from grass-fed and free-range animals without antibiotics, hormones, and drugs.

Could you listen to your body? Intuitive eating when you pay attention to every feeling or symptom after meals can lead you to the right choices. We all are different and react to various foods in unique ways.

 The Verdict?

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There are two opposite camps which think that their advice is the best.                                           Dr. T.Colin Campbell advocates that meat proteins can do more harm compared with benefits. His study The China Study got many followers and advocates. However, the meat can come from different sources too:  animals who treated with chemicals and from creatures which grass-fed and do not have any chemical in their body. It is a big difference. I can compare it with water from the tap with all range of Mendeleyev periodic table and filtered water, which has only one formula: H2O.

The proponent Dr. Loren Cordain, Professor in the Department of Health& Exercise Science at Colorado State University, author of The Paleo Diet has a different opinion. He thin protein powder as the whole food from sources, clean of chemicals, hormones, and antibiotics. Protein powder must be non-GMO, rBGH-free. We need all essential amino acids, zero of casein, traces of lactose,  fiber, and prebiotics inside protein powder.

 

  Plant-Based  And Dairy Proteins

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Plant-based proteins come from hemp, soy, rice, and pea. The soy is not the best choice because it can interact with the thyroid. Most of the soy in the USA is modified. It means that you do not know what can happen in the long run with your body.

However, plant-based proteins are not the best solution because it lacks amino acids.

Dairy protein can be from whey or casein. Plenty of people can be allergic to casein.

Whey protein fits best because it contains all of the essential amino acids. Besides it, whey protein is high in the branched-chain amino acids such as leucine, isoleucine, glutamine, and valine.

Whey protein fulfills you fast, especially on an empty stomach. It has the right name: fast-acting protein.  A whey protein powder produces a 68 percent increase in protein synthesis, which is good for the body.

 The Difference Between Whey Concentrate And Whey Isolate

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Whey concentrate derived from milk. Depending on the company, the best whey concentrate must come from organic dairy. It means that cows are grass-fed, not treated with hormones or antibiotics.

Whey concentrate processed without harmful chemicals or high temperatures. It retains whole-food properties such as entire fats. They way from grass-fed cows is high in omega-3 fatty and linoleic acids. These acids increase the body’s ability to produce glutathione, the most potent antioxidant.

Whey concentrate is cold processed and preserves all-natural nutrients.

Whey isolate contains more proteins compared with whey concentrate. Unfortunately, it goes through fats, cofactors, and enzymes removal process thanks to high temperatures.

Whey hydrolysate is more processed as whey isolate. It means that there are no nutrients just isolated whey protein which does not assimilate well. Our bodies prefer whole food over processed because of benefits are enormous thanks to vital nutrients.

 Tips For Choosing The Best Protein Powder

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When you look for the best protein powder, check the label on the product. Words such as cold-pressed concentrate, non-GMO, rBGH-free show that the protein powder comes from a reliable source.

Whey protein without casein and with traces of lactose works best. Additional fiber, prebiotics, and amino acids complete the beneficial protein powder.

You can compare here two types of protein labels:

 

You see that this protein powder contains protein blend. (1). It means that you get not whole food but processed whey which lacks vital components. Besides it, the powder contains soy. (2) The manufacturer does not mention if it is GMO or not. It is up to you to read labels and decide what is best for you.

The other protein powder has organic ingredients. Besides whey concentrate, it contains fiber, prebiotics, and some powerful amino acids such as lysine. It is my favorite protein powder. You can read about it more here.

 

You would ask why do I show these labels? You know how to read. You are conscious about benefits or organic ingredients, are you?

However, people can look at the cheapest options and forget luring dangers. You want to lose weight and be active as soon as possible. However, it is better to pay attention to labels.

Consumer Reports mentioned that the new study, made by Clean Label Project, found that 134 products tested for heavy metals had at least one toxin. Fifty -five percent are positive for BPA. More than 150 contaminants found in protein powders and drinks.

Eight years ago, Consumer Reports study found arsenic, cadmium, lead, and mercury in all 15 tested products.

Toxins accumulate in the body. They sit nicely in tissues and organs, creating problems.

According to Sean Callan, Ph.D., a neuroscientist, and director of operations at Ellipse Analytics, plant-based proteins contain more toxins because they absorb heavy metals from soil.

Five protein powders got best overall scores after screening in a lab. These products are:

Biochem Vanilla 100% Whey Protein

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This protein powder made from grass-fed cows. There are no artificial sweeteners and contaminants. The absence of lactose and fructose provides benefits to those who are allergic. When you mix this powder in the smoothie, you can get the texture similar to the cream.

You can stir it in the water, smoothie or use the blender.

Cons: This protein powder contains whey isolate what means separation from the whole milk. It implies that fats, cofactors, and enzymes lessen its biological activity.

Conclusion: The Biochem Vanilla is free of contaminants, easy on the stomach, mixes well, and provides so needed proteins.

 

 

 Performix Pro Whey Sabor Vanilla Protein with Amino Beads

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Performix Pro Whey Sabor Vanilla protein does its job. The taste is not so exciting but works effectively and timely. Protein powder mixes well with fluids and yogurt. People see results in muscle growth after exercising and using this product.

 

Pure Protein Vanilla Cream 100% Whey

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Pure protein vanilla cream is an efficient and delicious meal replacement, especially with fruits and juices. You can add various berries to the blender to enhance flavor. Some people like to add espresso powder to have a boost from the caffeine in the morning.

Pure protein is gluten-free an organic without contaminants.  Protein powder contains additional amino acids: leucine, isoleucine, and valine. It has 19 servings in one scoop 170 calories.

Cons. Pure Protein contains 2 grams of sugar per serving.

 

 

 

Puori PW1 Vanilla Pure Whey Protein

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Puori PW1 vanilla protein powder ranked as the cleanest protein powder in the USA. Clean Label Project is an unbiased, independent, and science-based organization. This protein powder contains the least amount of environmental and industrial contaminants.

Puori vanilla protein powder is free from GMO, pesticides, chemicals, and antibiotics. Whey proteins come from grass-fed cows. Happy cows, happy you.

Protein powder will provide you boost and strength after the workout as the concentrated meal-replacement. Of course, you cannot live only on proteins, but for exercises and lean muscles, protein powder provides substantial benefits.

 

 

 

BodyFortress Super Advanced Vanilla 100% Whey Protein

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BodyFortress whey protein powder provides support and strength after exercises or daily.

Low carb content, taste, and the excellent price keep BodyFortress protein powder standing out from other brands. You can mix the powder in smoothies or into the water and shake well. You will be content with this protein powder because the quality and the price goes along with results after the workout.

 

 

 

All these protein powders are from whey and got best overall scores from Consumer Reports.

I like the ReStructure High Protein powder because it melts fast, does not stick together, has a mild taste, and provides the best organic ingredients. Besides it, fibers and prebiotics in the Restructure are the big pluses for me. I do yoga, have a standing table for my laptop, but I feel that I do not get enough fibers. This protein powder fills the gap and provides all constituents that my body needs.

 Conclusion

• All protein powders will work for you as long it is organic and whole food. For example, whey concentrate, cold-pressed contains all nutrients such as fats and enzymes.
• Proteins come from sources clean from chemicals, antibiotics, hormones, and drugs.
• Proteins must contain all essential amino acids for building blocks in cells.
• Proteins are best without casein and lactose because of some of the people who allergic to these materials.
• It is best to avoid sugar. Stevia provides excellent taste and does harm the body.

 

 

Minding wellness tips from Harvard Health newsletter prompted me to see different sides of opinions from health professionals. It is always good to learn from various sources. I guess that nobody needs the explanation that the Harvard is. This word associates with the old history, scientific discoveries, and famous alumni.

I got a newsletter from them because I guess they send it to all individuals who care about wellbeing. I will dare to go through all the topics presented, and you can decide it is works for you or no.

  Be Careful Taking Supplements

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Supplements are a few billion worth industries. Understandably, everybody presents their product as the best and most beneficial. However, there are plenty of details hidden under pompous words.

Supplements which have the neutral scientific foundation, evidence, and have positive feedback from customers that their health improved more as it was before, could benefit individuals.

Of course, a placebo effect can work better as the real supplement. It is proven. However, there are supplements such as magnesium which cannot be replaced with positive thoughts. If you need minerals, you need. The body cannot get them from the air or the imagination.

Harvard Health newsletter points out that people need to be aware of the statement: life-saving supplements. I wonder what kind of supplements do they have in mind?

  Enjoy Benefits Of Summer

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Great news! Tomatoes can benefit you in a way that 59 percent can lower the risk of stroke caused by blood clots. Overall, eating more vegetables will allow for avoiding problems associated with Alzheimer’s disease. Of course, besides being a rabbit, sorry, a crazy joke, you could:

• Sleep at least seven and the half-hour without serious interruptions
• Exercise at least four times a week
• Consider intermittent fasting. It means that you ate last time at seven in the evening, and the next morning the first meal could be at ten or eleven a.m. At least 14 hours must be between meals. I heard this information on NBC regarding Alzheimer’s prevention.

In Europe, people eat differently compared with North America. Usually, the dinner is at 2 p.m. and supper at six p.m. The breakfast is at seven or eight in the morning. You see that people have a long break between meals naturally.

 Take Care Of Your Memory

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 According to Harvard Health Newsletter, foods such as fish, olive oil, and nuts provide benefits lowering the risk of dementia or Alzheimer. Overall, I wonder why people lost good eating habits? Most of us come to North America from Europe. Primarily Italians are known for their famous Mediterranian cuisine.

Dr. Andrew Weil, M.D., recognizes the importance of fatty amino acids, which lower inflammation. There are two types of fatty amino acids: omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. These acids have the funny name:  PUFAs. It means polyunsaturated fatty acids.

However, omega-3 fatty acids provide more benefits for the body because they lower inflammation in the body.

 Throw the TV  Through Window

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Sorry; it is an exaggeration. However, in a newsletter, facts tell that obesity can increase up to twenty-five percent for every two hours of watching. Not so much fun here. You can add junk food to the whole picture, and it is clear why people get unhappy when they do not fit into airplane seats.

 Carefully Choose What You Eat

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It is excellent to read about side effects of processed foods. People know that meals high in sugar and refined grains can lead to chronic disorders. Unfortunately, not so many of us know that these processed foods can cause inflammation. Organs, joints, and tissues can be damaged without returning the clock. Who does need it?

 More Tips For Wellness

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Harvard Health newsletter provides more beneficial information about how simple tactics can change your life.

• Brief walking, even a few minutes, can lower blood sugar. When your muscles work, the blood sugar distributes to the liver, and you do not need to wear out the pancreas. Besides it, strengthening and mobility exercises help relieve the arthritis pain. It means: keep moving, forget the couch or Lazy Boy furniture!
• The red wine protects people from the usual cold.
• Yoga helps to keep balance, increase concentration, and flexibility. Yoga is around thousands of years. Why do we discover good things so late?
• The laugh is an excellent prevention against stress, depression, fear, and inflammation in arteries. It seems that laughter helps increase good cholesterol.

 

• You can reduce plaque in arteries eating meals from the Mediterranean diet. Exercises may help too to prevent the hardening of arteries. In this way, you may avoid stroke or heart attack.
• Avoid sodas. A search from Harvard shows that phosphoric acid in soft drinks interferes with calcium absorption. It can destroy cartilage and cause knee pain.
• The dark bitter chocolate full of flavanols is good for heart, mood, and clear thinking. Do not go after any chocolate. These sweets are full of processed fats and sugar. Look for the product where cacao has all flavanols intact. It means that you will get benefits from it.
• You will live longer if you eat fewer calories. However, here people need more information because if we feast on doughnuts, pizza, and coffee, we will always be hungry. Soda drinks have their shaming part too. Scientists found out that intestinal bacteria in mice started to help absorb more calories into the body after giving them some soda.

I was surprised, maybe more  I was reminded that we do not need carbohydrates. If we get enough fat and proteins of good quality, we will not crave for ice cream or cakes. Why?

The body can produce carbohydrates from fat and proteins. Unfortunately, the opposite process is not possible such as the creation of proteins from carbohydrates. Our body is a smart one. Think about a hundred years ago. Who ate the pizza? Meat, grains, and vegetables were the everyday staple.

  Wrapping Up

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You see that minding wellness tips from Harvard Health newsletter are easy to protect ourselves from unnecessary problems. We do not need to spend plenty of money. Taking care of ourselves, such as changing habits, improving lifestyle, and continuously checking for progress will let you and me have a peace of mind. Why? The health is the most critical asset. You can not buy it. Let’s use common sense and give our body what it needs: proper nutrition, exercises, and a positive attitude.

Besides it, giving the body what it needs, you will have peace for the mind. Prevention is the best thing. We cannot get with food enough minerals, proteins, and vitamins. However, we can help ourselves by taking dietary supplements.

NAD can be a key to the doors to the youth, as the futuristic car in the movie Back to the Future. NAD supplement best tricks are that people see results from the usage of this thing. David Sinclair, co-director of the Paul F. Glenn Center for the Biology of Aging at  Harvard Medical School, states that this molecule can be a fountain of youth.

 What Is the Heck NAD?

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The real name for NAD is nicotinamide adenine dinucleotide. The molecule is the coenzyme residing in all living cells. It is involved in redox reactions when electrons are carried from one reaction to another. Yes, I know it is a complicated thing. If we can not see our cells, how we can catch the meaning of electrons?

NAD has essential roles in the body’s metabolism. It acts as the extracellular signaling molecule. It means a cell communicates with another cell with the help of NAD.

Another important trick is that proteins deacetylases depend on NAD+. These proteins got name sirtuins in 2000. These proteins sirtuins influence cellular processes such as aging, inflammation, transcription, and apoptosis. These processes are essential and are stages of body cells lives.

Do you see why NAD interests scientists who see real help for everybody who wants to improve the quality of life?

That is most important that NAD is not a drug. It is a supplement and can be used safely.

 Why Do We Need To Take NAD?

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When people and animals age, levels of NAD+ slowly disappear. It means that bodily metabolic functions can slow down too.

Maybe you can not get back to the past and change your appearance, but findings in science sound promising.

Studies with mice showed that after usage of NAD older mice behavior and looks did not differ from a lot of younger mice. Fascinating is that after a couple of hours, NAD made the difference for the older mice.

This study was published in March 2017, in the prestigious journal Nature.

Okay, mice are mice. However, how about humans? Sinclair, the scientist from the Harvard Medical School, takes NAD+ daily. His father takes the supplement too. They see results, especially his dad. He is seventy-eight, hikes, has a sharp mind, and feels better and younger.

 NDA Supplement Best Tricks

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This supplement is the real thing. The molecule exists in our bodies and participates in metabolic functions.

 What Do I Call Best Tricks?

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• This supplement makes you feel better and more energetic
• NAD helps proteins sirtuins which influence cellular processes. These proteins participate in metabolic functions such as natural cell life.
• Sirtuins help efficiently use energy and be resistant to stress. Besides it, these proteins can control circadian rhythms and mitochondrial biogenesis. You know that mitochondria are natural factories for energy production.
• NAD is an integral part of processes where cells can do their job without worrying about the damage.

 Supplement Market

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Everybody wants to live sufficient and enjoyable lives. Supplements help us to fill the gap when factors such as oxidative stress can damage cells. Radiation, UV radiation, pollution contributes to aging.  NAD abilities to improve life’s quality excite not just scientists but ordinary people too.

We all want the same for ourselves, families, and friends. Health and well-being are top priorities.

David Sinclair is on the way to create a pill and offer it as the subscription or purchase over the counter. However, another company, called Elysium, already has a supplement Basis. The mission of this supplement is to improve people’s lives.

The Elysium company has eight Nobel prize winners on the board. Does it mean that the supplement is a top-notch thing? Some of the prominent scientists question why these Nobel laureates want the association with this supplement without comprehensive human study behind.

David Sinclair and Elysium company conduct clinical trials to see and reveal the magic of NAD.