Sprouted organic buckwheat, organic sunflower seeds and pecan pieces soaked over night in water with a high quality sea salt and rinsed, soaked organic flax seeds, diced organic apples, organic virgin coconut oil, raw organic honey, organic cinnamon, organic vanilla and Redmond Real Salt. Dehydrated at 115 degrees for 24-48 hrs.
Monday, December 26, 2011
Tuesday, December 20, 2011
Superfoods for Migraines
Migraines and cluster headaches: whatever the label, the pain and side effects can be intense! In addition to traditional treatments, including more of the following "superfoods" can help.
What are superfoods? Well, they're not exactly supplements--although some supplement companies have begun to market "extracts" of various superfoods. By definition, superfoods are whole foods or oils that offer exceptionally high doses of nutrition. People call them "super" in part because of their benefits and in part due to their origins. Most superfoods are not new; rather, they've been used by powerful ancient cultures and only recently rediscovered by the West. Although some scientists and many raw foodists credit superfoods with amazing regenerative and protective abilities for almost any health issue, this article discusses superfoods for special consideration by those who suffer migraines and/or cluster headaches.
Cacao (kuh-COW): Commonly marketed as raw cacao or raw chocolate, this "food of the gods" actually became monetary currency in the Aztec empire! Conventional wisdom tells those with migraines to avoid chocolate as a major trigger food. While some people do have sensitivities to chocolate, most people actually react to the typical dairy and refined sugar in cooked chocolate bars. Raw cacao, by contrast, offers seven times the antioxidants of its cooked version, without the offending dairy and sugar. More importantly for those with migraines, raw cacao contains one of the highest sources of magnesium in any food. Magnesium acts as the relaxing counterpart to calcium and helps to balance brain chemisty. In fact, many migraine sufferers manage to stave off headaches by consuming large quantities of magnesium supplements. Magnesium can also help with PMS, another known trigger of migraines. In addition to magnesium, raw cacao offers caffeine (which seems to affect the body less intensely in its raw form). Some people with migraines find that judicious use of caffeine can curtail a headache before it becomes a full blown episode. Most prescription migraine pills contain some form of caffeine. From a nutritional standpoint, raw cacao certainly beats a Pepsi! If you know for sure that chocolate causes a reaction, skip the raw cacao, but otherwise it could be worth a (delicious) try. Add cacao nibs or powder to morning smoothies, or make raw fudge by mixing the powder with coconut butter, raw agave nectar or honey, and some of the other superfoods listed below. As with any new food, start small so you can monitor your reactions.
Maca (MAH-kuh): Also known as "Peruvian viagra," maca is a root grown at 14,000 feet in the Andes Mountains. Despite its fame for keeping Peruvian men virile into their 80's, maca actually functions as an adaptogen, meaning it balances all hormones. If someone has too much estrogen, maca works to lower estrogen levels. If another person has too little estrogen, maca helps the body bring those levels back to optimal levels. Maca also nourishes the adrenal glands, helping the body handle some of the stress that so often triggers cluster headaches and migraines. Maca grows in some of the most inhospitable conditions on earth, but it has learned to flourish where other plants die. Natives believe that the root transfers this strength and adaptability to those who consume it: "You are what you eat!" Metaphysics aside, maca's high mineral content, B-vitamins, protein, fatty acids, and plant sterols allow it to rebuild the body wherever it most needs help--good news for people whose headaches come from stress or hormonal imbalance. Maca tastes a bit like radish, so you don't want to add too much to sweet smoothies. It blends exceptionally well with cacao, though, and I always enjoy a morning glass of fresh squeezed lemon juice in water with about a teaspooon of maca. The lemon brings out maca's hidden sweetness, making a surprisingly zesty lemonade.
Hemp: No, I'm not talking about marijuana, even though some people do employ cannabis for medicinal purposes. You can now find hulled hemp seeds, hemp butter, hemp protein powder and hemp oil at alternative health food stores and in many online shops. Despite virtually no THC content (the psychoactive ingredient in marijuana), the U.S. government prohibits the sale of hemp seeds ready for sprouting, so you can only legally buy hulled ones or hemp products, most of which seem to come from Canada. Nonetheless, hemp has experienced a major resurgence in recent years as people have rediscovered what ancient Europeans knew so long ago. Hemp supports the immune system and contains edestin, the protein most easily assimilated by humans--good news for people who react to protein powders made from soy or dairy (whey). Hemp seeds, butter and oil also contain the perfect ratio of Omega 3 and Omega 6 fatty acids, thought to help balance hormones and brain chemistry. In addition, the green color of hemp comes from chlorophyll, which differs only by one atom from hemoglobin. (Hemoglobin forms around an iron atom, whereas chlorophyll forms around that beneficial magnesium atom.) Purifying the blood with chlorophyll-rich foods like hemp, wheat grass and leafy greens can alkalinize the body, which, in turn, eases stress responses like migraines and cluster headaches. Hemp protein powder tastes a bit gritty, but the butters, oil and seeds carry a pleasant, slightly nutty sensation that combines especially well with raw cacao and maca. You can also replace the bulghur wheat (gluten is a major migraine trigger) in foods like tabouli with hemp seeds, or use hemp butter as a nutritious replacement for another common trigger--peanut butter.
Yerba Mate (YUR-buh MAH-tay): For those people who know they need to kick the coffee habit but simply can't forgo their cuppa Joe, Yerba Mate offers a good substitute. Another highly mineralized South American food, Yerba Mate tastes somewhat similar to coffee, but instead of depleting the adrenal glands, it nourishes them with B-vitamins, 15 amino acids, 11 polyphenols (like in green tea and red wine) and, you guessed it: more magnesium and chlorophyll. Whereas coffee provides a caffeine jolt, mate's energy comes from the B-vitamins, blood purifying properties and a component called mateine. Unlike caffeine, mateine gives a lift without the crash. Some independent coffee houses now serve soymilk "mate lattes," or you can brew the tea at home. For best results, warm but don't boil the water, then let the tea steep for 5 minutes. You can then add hemp milk and essential oils like peppermint with a hint of raw cacao powder, creating your own minty mocha. Yerba Mate also brews well as a sun tea, mixed with orange peel or traditional chai tea spices. A favorite of shamans, Yerba Mate offers a traditional, nutritional alternative to coffee, along with minerals and nutrients thought to support hormonal balance and alkalinity.
In short, these superfoods bring trace minerals, potent nutrients, and a bit of folklore. As foods rather than drugs, they gradually rebuild and support the body, instead of generating a "quick fix." If you'd like a holistic approach to treating migraines or cluster headaches and haven't responded to "newfangled cures," you might want to explore some ancient culinary treats.
Saturday, December 17, 2011
Minecraft - Yogbox V1.0 Part 2
Yogbox V1.0 is out! Go download it at: yogiverse.com The Yogbox is a regularly updated, easy to install compilation pack of the best Minecraft mods out there that improve the single player experience :D
Ott Lite Desk Lamp Purchase Bargain Sale Dyson Dc25 Dyson Ball Upright Save You Money!
Sunday, December 11, 2011
Making berry pots for FREE!!
Ok so I was in such a fog with my cold that I opted to make a video. I might regret it when the cold medicine wears off, but I just had to share some things with you before the year ends. Tune in if you have a minute, ok? ps: I'll even make hats! I am just that talented! :)
Just Cause 2: Top of the World Achievement Guide
Geoff and Gus show you where to get the Top of the World Achievement in Just Cause 2.
Friday, December 2, 2011
Growing Your Own Seed Indoors - Seed Starting Equipment
PicketFenceGreenhouse.info In this video show you what I use to get started on growing and starting my seeds indoors. You can grow from seed on a smaller scale that works for you. You will need the following to grow from seed Seeds, Trays, Soil, warm place to Germinate or Heating...
Tuesday, November 29, 2011
Baka and Test: Summon the Beasts - S2 - 3 - Me, That Girl, And A Stuffed Toy! (SUB)
Buy Season 1 today! funimation.com When Hideyoshi's tone-deaf twin is asked to sing the school song, he's roped into a costume change that's just asking for trouble. Then, Akihisa gets a new admirer - or two? - when he risks his neck to help Haduki cheer up her big sis.
Catalog Leatherman Pst Best Prices How To Stain A Wood Fence Good Bargain Ginger Grater
Sunday, November 27, 2011
12 Lbs. Sprouting Seed Assortment - 1 Lb Ea. of Organic Sprout Seeds - Alfalfa, Radish, Clover, Lentil, Mung Bean, Garbonzo Beans, Green Pea, Bean Salad Mix, Protein Powerhouse Mix & More.
!±8± 12 Lbs. Sprouting Seed Assortment - 1 Lb Ea. of Organic Sprout Seeds - Alfalfa, Radish, Clover, Lentil, Mung Bean, Garbonzo Beans, Green Pea, Bean Salad Mix, Protein Powerhouse Mix & More.
Brand : Handy Pantry | Rate : 
| Price : $64.95
Post Date : Nov 27, 2011 10:13:30 | Usually ships in 1-2 business days
| Price : $64.95Post Date : Nov 27, 2011 10:13:30 | Usually ships in 1-2 business days
12 Pounds of our most Popular Sprouts! One pound of the following: Bean Salad Mix-Bean (Adzuki, Lentil, Mung), Radish, Cruncy Lentil Fest (Green, Red & French Lentils), Clover, Green Peas, Green Lentils, 3 Part Salad Mix (Alfalfa, Radish, Broccoli), Protein Powerhouse (Garbonzo,Snow Pea), Cabbage, Radish, 5 Part Salad Mix (Alfalfa, Radish, Brocolli, Mung & Lentil), Alfalfa, Garbonzo, Mung Beans.Sprouts are high in protein, essential amino acids, and eight digestive enzymes; vitamins A, C, B comples (including B-12), D, E and K; minerals iron, phosphorous, calcium, magnesium and potassium; and - when exposed to light - very high in chlorophyll.
- 12 Types of Sprouting Seed
- 1 Lb. of Each Type
- High Germination Rate
- Certified Organic Seed
Evenflo Comfort Select Breast Pump Compare Powerblock Set On Sale
Friday, November 25, 2011
Six Important Managerial Skills For Successful Leadership
A mark of a good leader is to be able to provide consistent motivation to his team encouraging them to attain excellence and quality in their performance. A good leader is always looking for ways to improve production and standards. Here are six management skills you can develop as a leader in working to create a quality effective team.
1. Observation
This is an important aspect that often gets neglected due the demands on a leader's time and schedule. Observation and regular visits to the work environment are a priority and should be scheduled into the calendar. Observing employees at work, the procedures, interaction and work flow is foundational to implementing adjustments to improve results. To have credibility, a leader needs to be seen and be known to be up to date with what is happening in the work place.
2. Monitor Employee Performance
Employee performance needs to be monitored in mutually accepted ways. Policies and procedures need to be clear. Conferencing should be on a regular basis and not just when there is a problem. Assessments and evaluations should not be merely all formality or viewed a necessary paperwork to be done and filed away. Individual and group conferencing should be undertaken not only to monitor performance, but with the expectation of on going professional development and support. There should be frequent encouragement and clear criteria for on going goals both for the group and individual.
3. Implementation of Professional Development Programs
A good leader evaluates weaknesses and provides training and development strategies to strengthen the weaker skills in the team.
4. Demonstrates Working Knowledge and Expertise
Good leadership comes from a place of strong knowledge and experience of the production and process leading to results. If a leader does not possess all the expertise and knowledge personally, then regular consultations with experts involved in the departments should be held. This is important in order to maintain an accurate and informed overall picture.
5. Good Decision Making
Good leadership is characterized by the ability to make good decisions. A leader considers all the different factors before making a decision. Clear firm decisions, combined with the willingness and flexibility to adapt and adjust decisions when necessary, create confidence in the leadership.
6. Ability to Conduct and Evaluate Research
On going review and research is vital in order to keep on the cutting edge in business. While managing the present to ensure on going excellence in product and performance, a good leader is also able to look towards the future. Conducting and evaluating research is an important way of planning and being prepared for the future.
Excellent leadership is always pro active rather than reactive. By developing these six managerial skills builds a solid foundation for success.
Order Honey Nuts Cheerios Original Chi Flat Iron Free Shipping
Wednesday, November 9, 2011
How to Start Sprouting Sprouts - It's Really Easy
It is simple and inexpensive to sprout a vast amount of grains and seeds in your own home. Sprouts are going to be one of the healthiest additions to your meals, especially for the cost of the seeds. Sprouts will provide active enzymes, in which are very important to having a healthy body. The sprouts are alive due to the process of sprouting up to the moment that you eat them and it causes the seeds nutrients to be released and broken down, so that they are easier to absorb and digest.
There is quite a bit of different vegetable seeds that can be sprouted. These vegetable seeds include broccoli, onion, corn cabbage, mustard, lentils, kale, radish, garlic, chives, watercress, pumpkin, green peas and beans. Along with sprout able grains such as brown rice, oats, barley, rye, kamut khorasan, spelt, wheat berries, amaranth, buckwheat, millet, triticale and quinoa. And you do not want to forget the grasses and herbs including clover, alfalfa, chia, fenugreek and anise. As well as a couple of seeds like sunflower and sesame.
Sprouts have an abundance of use in cooking. Wheat berries that have been sprouted can be grown into wheat grass, which can be used to make some incredibly healthy food. Sprouts can be used to put some unique and delicious flavors to foods like salads. Raw foodists can use a mixture of grains they have sprouted to make raw cereals, breads and crackers.
When sprouting you want to make sure you have organic seeds to use. You are going to need a container that is not made of wood, metal or plastic. Some good containers would be a ceramic jar or a large glass. You are going to want to use filtered, cold water that is about 2 or 3 times the volume of the amount of seeds. Soak the seeds in the water, large seeds 8 to 12 hours and the small seeds 4 to 6 hours.
The large seeds should fill up about 1/8 of the jar and small seeds should simply cover the bottom. You will need a lid in which you can dump the water and keep the seeds. You can use cheesecloth or mesh sprouting lids. After the seeds have soaked for their appropriate time dump out the water and put back down the container upside down somewhat tilted so that air can get into the container. Make sure they stay moist, but not to damp or they will go bad and have mold growth.
Make sure to keep them in a room about 70 degrees Fahrenheit overnight. You are going to want to rinse and then drain the water about 2 to 4 times a day. After about 3 days they should be one and a half times the original length of the seed.
To give them greater nutritional value put them in indirect sunlight for at least 6 hours before they are finished. Do not do that with bean sprouts though it will ruin them.
Then to harvest the sprouts you will need to soak them in cold water until the hulls float to the top of it. Throwaway the hulls and rinse the sprouts. And finally your sprouts are ready to eat!
Saturday, November 5, 2011
Saturday, October 29, 2011
Wednesday, October 26, 2011
Subscribe to:
Posts (Atom)
|
|
|
|
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |
 |