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Botanical alchemy in a modern world
THE SIMPLE LIFE
Many people in this region still walk to the grocery store, gather their own firewood, grow their own kale, and collect eggs from their own organic chickens.
Making olive oil is both an art and a science. Besides sourcing the best organic, non-GMO olives, there's many other standards that must be taken into account.
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OCEAN PLANT
This savory seaweed also contains chlorophyll (used by plants to convert sunlight to energy) and can help us stimulate red blood cell production and oxygenation in the body.
This abundant ocean plant is essentially a seaweed that thrives in the sunlight and takes in a large amount of nutrients and minerals from the water around…
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What makes these "magic" mushrooms so unique? For one thing, fungi and humans are actually more closely related biologically than fungi and plants! Perhaps that's why they make us feel so good.
Medicinal mushrooms have a profound healing power, and were used thousands of years ago by the Greeks, Egyptians, and Chinese as a means to promote longevity…
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TAKE YOUR TIME
The Greeks are known for taking their time, enjoying the moment, and valuing relationships… everything that reduces stress. So, with all these amazing health benefits why aren't more of us going Greek???
THE BASICS
Eat a fresh diet rich in veggies and fruits
Support Elimination Pathways
Support and Balance Hormones
Okay, maybe this is a little easier said than done! To create a lasting change in your diet slowly integrate more fresh foods into your diet…
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PERCEPTION
Reduces the perception of sweetness inside the mouth
Gymnema sylvestre aka "the sugar destroyer" is a powerful herb that reduces the perception of sweetness inside the mouth and seems to increase the perception of bitterness by neural inhibition…
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POTENT ANTIOXIDANT
It is found in the skin of red grapes, grape juice peanuts, and some berries including blueberries, billberries, and cranberries.
Resveratrol is believed to be responsible for "French Paradox" (how the french are able to smoke, drink, and eat red meat yet have a lower cardiovascular rate than the US)…
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FALL FOODS
Autumn feast means preparing meals with in-season fruits and vegetables.
Pomegranate: a potent antioxidant and high in fiber…
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FARMERS MARKET
IN-SEASON SHOPPING
Eating a diet from in-season fruits & veggies provides many benefits for you and the environment…
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KEEP IT FRESH
The medicinal use occurs When the fresh garlic is crushed or chopped because than the allin converts into allicin.
Our old faithful friend garlic has amazingly wonderful properties that contain valuable therapeutic uses…
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TOMATO TIME
rich in lycopene which is a Potent antioxidant and has been shown to be protective against certain cancers. They are also a great source of vitamins C, B6, K, A, folate, potassium, niacin, and thiamin.
It's the height of tomato season right now and the perfect time to discuss the benefits…
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BE IN NATURE
Embrace the wonderful healing foods in your region.
Having a picnic with fresh local season fruits and veggies is a great way to appreciate nature and the embrace the wonderful healing foods in your region…
Read MoreThis luscious tropical fruit is also called "the fruit of the gods" and it certainly lives up to its name…
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NUTRIENT-DENSE
This leafy green is loaded with beta-carotene and vitamin C, as well as various flavonoids and polyphenols.
Kale has sulfur which is great for detoxifying the body and has omega 3's which decrease inflammation. It also contains vitamin A, vitamin C, vitamin K, calcium, iron, folate, and magnesium.
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MAYAN FOOD
Chia seeds are native to South America and have been a staple in the Mayan diets for centuries because of their high content of healthy oils and antioxidants.
Chia seeds are native to South America and have been a staple in the Mayan diets for centuries because of their high content of healthy oils and antioxidants…
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RASPBERRIES
Raspberries are delicious and have endless amounts of phytonutrients including anthocyanins and flavonoids along with fiber which supports a healthy digestive tract.
Raspberries are delicious and have endless amounts of phytonutrients including anthocyanins and flavonoids along with fiber which supports a healthy digestive tract…
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DETOXIFICATION
Artichokes are a good source of fiber and are quite nutritious with vitamin C, vitamin K, folate, magnesium, potassium and manganese packed in.
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NUTRIENT-DENSE CACTUS
Rich in antioxidants, minerals, and linoleic acid, an essential fatty acid for your body.
Prickly pear is a cactus that is both a food and a medicine and also touted as a "superfood' by many doctors…
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HIGHEST ON THE ORAC
The most impressive part about goji berries...they are the highest rated antioxidant (ORAC) food in the world based on the ORAC Chart of Fruits, Vegetables and Essential Oils!!!
Goji berries pack a powerful punch! They are filled with potent antioxidants and are rich in vitamin A…
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MEDIUM CHAIN TRIGLYCERIDES
Coconuts provide many nutrients from the meat, juice, milk and oil which are rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals…
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