Herbal Tea: Summer herbal tea recipes

Herbal Tea

Unlock good health and vitality...

Dear friend,

Summer is here and the wealther is hot, your body is hot, so how about a nice cool drink to quench your thirst and replenish hydration...

Cranberry Orange Ice Tea

• 2 cups boiling water
• 6 cranberry herb tea bags
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 9 packets (or 1 tablespoon bulk) Sweet'N Low granulated sugar substitute
• 2-1/2 cups cold water
• 1-1/2 cups orange juice
1. In a large pitcher, pour the boiling water over the tea bags. Steep 5 minutes;
remove the tea bags and discard.
2. Stir in the lemon juice and Sweet'N Low until the Sweet'N Low dissolves. Mix in
the cold water and orange juice.
3. Refrigerate until well chilled.
4. Pour over ice in tall glasses. Makes 6 cups.
Per Serving (1 cup): 40 calories, 1 g protein, 9 g carbohydrate, 1 g fat, 1 g
saturated fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 10 mg sodium


Triple Berry
• 4 oz. of ice
• 6 oz. raspberry iced tea
• 2 oz. cranberry juice
• 1 oz. blackberry syrup
Combine ice, iced tea, juice and blackberry syrup in a cocktail shaker or a jar with a
lid. Shake until cold and frothy. Pour into a tall iced tea glass.


Green Banana Iced Tea
• 1 cup Green Tea
• 1 cup Banana Pineapple Nectar
• Ice cubes
Place one tea bag of Green Tea into an 8 oz. cup. Pour approximately 2 oz. (1/4
cup) boiling water into cup and steep for 4 to 6 minutes. Remove tea bag and fill
cup to top with cold water. Mix with banana pineapple nectar and ice. Makes on 16
oz. serving.

Replace enzymes and enjoy the natural balance of, protiens, fats and carbohydrates that make life possible.

Herbal Tea

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Herbal Tea: Summer herbal tea recipes

Herbal Tea

Unlock good health and vitality...

Dear friend,

Summer is here and the wealther is hot, your body is hot, so how about a nice cool drink to quench your thirst and replenish hydration...

Cranberry Orange Ice Tea

• 2 cups boiling water
• 6 cranberry herb tea bags
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 9 packets (or 1 tablespoon bulk) Sweet'N Low granulated sugar substitute
• 2-1/2 cups cold water
• 1-1/2 cups orange juice
1. In a large pitcher, pour the boiling water over the tea bags. Steep 5 minutes;
remove the tea bags and discard.
2. Stir in the lemon juice and Sweet'N Low until the Sweet'N Low dissolves. Mix in
the cold water and orange juice.
3. Refrigerate until well chilled.
4. Pour over ice in tall glasses. Makes 6 cups.
Per Serving (1 cup): 40 calories, 1 g protein, 9 g carbohydrate, 1 g fat, 1 g
saturated fat, 0 mg cholesterol, 10 mg sodium


Triple Berry
• 4 oz. of ice
• 6 oz. raspberry iced tea
• 2 oz. cranberry juice
• 1 oz. blackberry syrup
Combine ice, iced tea, juice and blackberry syrup in a cocktail shaker or a jar with a
lid. Shake until cold and frothy. Pour into a tall iced tea glass.


Green Banana Iced Tea
• 1 cup Green Tea
• 1 cup Banana Pineapple Nectar
• Ice cubes
Place one tea bag of Green Tea into an 8 oz. cup. Pour approximately 2 oz. (1/4
cup) boiling water into cup and steep for 4 to 6 minutes. Remove tea bag and fill
cup to top with cold water. Mix with banana pineapple nectar and ice. Makes on 16
oz. serving.

Replace enzymes and enjoy the natural balance of, protiens, fats and carbohydrates that make life possible.

Herbal Tea

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Sleep Helps Memory: Inner beauty and better scores with sleep.

Sleep:

Your brain consolidates and absobs new knowledge during sleep...

Dear Friend,

Getting a good night's sleep may help you learn.

During sleep, the brain appears to firm up memories of newly acquired information, report Jeffrey Ellenbogen, MD, and colleagues in Current Biology's July 11 edition.

Ellenbogen is a sleep research fellow at Harvard Medical School in Boston. His study included 48 adults, aged 18 to 39, who were healthy and had no sleep problems.

At the researchers' lab, participants learned 20 word pairs that included two randomly chosen two-syllable nouns, such as "blanket" and "village."

Half of the participants learned the word pairs at 9 p.m. Afterward, they went home, slept for an average of seven hours, and returned to the lab for a 9 a.m. test on the word pairs.

For comparison, the other participants learned the word pairs at 9 a.m. and took the follow-up test 12 hours later, with no napping in between.

The group that slept before the exam scored 13% better on the follow-up test than the no-sleep group, the study shows.

Half the participants in each group got an extra challenge. Right before the word test, they were shown another set of word pairs that weren't covered on the exam. Their task: Ignore the new word pairs when they took the test.

Once again, the sleep group scored best. Their test scores were 58% better than those who hadn't slept before the exam.

Ellenbogen and colleagues repeated the test with 12 more participants, doubling the time frame to 24 hours. The results held.

Sleep may help consolidate memories and make those memories resist interference, the researchers write.

Thanks for reading and to friend Miranda Hitti from WebMD Medical News.

Sleep:

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Nutrition Vitamin: Harmones and weight gain...what's the connection?

Dear Lifestyler

If an improved diet and extra trips to the gym failto help shed those excess pounds, a growing body of research is shininglight on a new way to get to a new you: Do nothing.

Do nothing, that is, but sleep.

As millions of Americans move through life weary andsleep-deprived, scientists are uncovering more and more evidence thatinsufficient slumber may cause hormonal shifts that boost both hungerand appetite - particularly for fat-laden carb catastrophes likejelly-filled donuts and super-sized fries.

"We all need to be aware there is a relationship between sleepand obesity," says J. Catesby Ware, chief of the division of sleepmedicine at Eastern Virginia Medical School, and director of the SleepDisorder Center at Sentara Norfolk General Hospital in Norfolk, Va.

Ware and his colleagues found signs of this link in a recentlycompleted study of more than 1,000 men and women that indicated thosewho reported sleeping less also weighed more.

He is now in the midst of new research focusing on anothergroup of 1,000 individuals that is quantifying specific daily sleephabits, with preliminary data reinforcing his previous observation -less sleep equals a bigger belly.

"There are a number of research studies that all support thethesis that too little sleep leads to weight gain," Ware said. "Howthat happens is still somewhat unclear, but there are hormonalsecretions that are affected with sleep loss that apparently affectappetite and eating."

Other researchers are working to unravel the mechanism behind the mystery.

Eve Van Cauter, a professor of medicine at the University ofChicago, recently found that when 12 healthy men in their 20s wereinstructed to sleep just four hours a night for two nights straight,they reported an increase in feelings of hunger by 24 percent.

What's more, Cauter and her colleagues noted that levels of thehormone leptin, which delivers feelings of satiation to the brain,decreased by 18 percent among the men.

Conversely, levels of the hormone ghrelin, which sparks hunger,shot up 28 percent - prompting cravings for candy, cookies and cake.

Dr. Phyllis Zee, a professor of neurology at the NorthwesternUniversity Feinberg School of Medicine, said that while researcherscontinue to be stymied by the exact nature of the sleep-weightconnection, the relationship is undeniable.

"This kind of short-term sleep deprivation study supports therelationship we see in the larger population-based studies, which showsthat if you restrict sleep, the hormonal and metabolic profiles beginto resemble those of people who are pre-diabetic, while bringing aboutautonomic changes that can be related to the development ofcardiovascular disease," added Zee, director of the Sleep DisordersCenter at Northwestern Memorial Hospital in Chicago.

According to several polls by the National Sleep Foundation,many Americans of all ages barely meet or fail to meet the minimaldaily sleep requirements most physicians and researchers recommend.

In its most recent 2005 survey, the NSF found that more than 70percent of adults over the age of 18 get less than eight hours of sleepa night on weekdays - and 40 percent get less than seven hours.

A 2003 poll found that, on average, American adults between theages of 18 and 54 sleep just 6.7 hours a night during the week, andseven hours a night on weekends.

Among older adults - those between 55 and 84 - 13 percent sleepless than six hours a night during the week, while 11 percent have asimilar sleep pattern on weekends.

Against such a national backdrop of sleep deprivation,researchers concur that the battle of the bulge may ultimately best bewaged beneath the sheets.

"Between seven and eight hours seems to be a fairly magicalnumber for sleep duration," said Zee. "People who report, on average,getting between seven and eight hours of sleep are the ones who appearto have the lowest risk" of weight gain.

Ware agreed: "By sleeping more, you gain on all fronts. If youare obese and are trying to lose weight, it's almost a no-brainer."

Thanks Alan Mozes for your valuable contribution, you're much appreciated...

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9 of the biggest reasons why Spinach is King?

Do you like fish???

Some people feel we need to eat fish to get our good oils.  

Well, by including spinach in your diet you can take advantage of the same essential fatty acids that re found in fish. 

These omega 3 nutrients can help keep the heartbeat regular, reduce the level of fatty substances in the blood and prevent blood clots from forming in the coronary arteries.

Dear Lifestyler,

How are you doing...thanks for reading, I appreciate you.

* It's all nutrients - it is rich in both iron and calcium and is an excellent source of beta-carotene, chlorophyll, vitamin C, riboflavin and potassium. 

* It goes with everything--very versatile veggie.  Chop it raw into salads or mix in with cooked food and is great for juicing with carrots, etc.

* If you are planning a baby, or are already pregnant, spinach should be top of your list.  Just 100g provides ¾ of an adult's daily requirements and it is easily absorbed.

* Protection - those who are at risk of cancer, would benefit from adding spinach to regular meals or juice.  The vegetable is one of the richest sources of protective carotenoids - containing more than other dark green fruits and veggies.

* Eye Sight - it is two of the carotenoids (lutein and zeaxanthine) that play an essential role in protecting your eyesight.  These have also been found to help reduce the risk of colon cancer.

* Blood-boosting - the iron and chlorophyll in spinach helps to build the blood, while its sulphur content helps clean the liver and relieve herpes irritations.  It is both a diuretic and laxative.

* Fight signs of aging - spinach contains high levels of antioxidants, which help keep us healthy and young.  Antioxidants are responsible for fighting free radical, which harm cells and DNA and cause aging.

* Getting your vits - Green leafy veggies, such as spinach are an excellent source of vitamin C.  This nutrient is essential to help the immune system, encourage wound healing and protect against some forms of cancer.  Our bodies cannot store the vitamin, so it is important to top up levels each day, particularly if your are prone to colds and infections. 


TO GET MAXIMUM BENEFIT FROM SPINACH, EAT IT RAW TO RETIN THE NUTRIENTS THAT COOKING DESTROYS.

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Nutrition Vitamin: Are there benefits in eating only raw foods!

Nutrition Vitamin

Is eating raw food healthier and nutritionally is it really better for you?

OK. Stop whatever you're doing and read the opening phrase again...nutrition vitamin.

Hello Lifestyler,

How are you doing, thanks for your time.

Hey, I'm glad you've decided to read today's article.

Yep, short and sweet, but timely and valuable never the less...

There's always hot debate and controversy that surrounds any kind of diet.

I tend to feel there's always two sides of the coin, even if the odds are against you many will say there's little, if any, scientific evidence that a raw-food diet is more healthful.

Well, of course marrying these two concepts for a lot of people is a lot easier said than done.

Healthy food = excellent results...

Now from my own personal experience, I can absolutely tell you don't believe everything you hear or read.

For some: Healthy foods means less than healthy profits.

I know of many people that have followed a simple raw diet and at the end of the day, you could do a lot worse than not eating raw food.

Let's face the facts, its true that the concept of cooking foods goes way back.

It's difficult to go against this tidal wave, and I must say I was a little daunted.

Of course, it should be your own personal decision, because each individual circumstances and expectations will vary.

If you consider that cooking may deactivate certain enzymes, that doesn't always cause a digestive problem or have a significant effect on the food's nutritional value.

Why?

The reason is really quite simple and it has more to do with evolution.

The human digestive tract makes its own enzymes, which break down proteins, lipids (fats, waxes and related substances) and carbohydrates.

On the other side of the coin you have to use heat.

Certain forms of cooking destroy vitamins.

For Example:

1. Boiling vegetables in lots of water and overcooking.
2. Health wise, its much better to avoid cooking vegetables for more than two to three minutes.
3. Usually in a small amount of water, steaming is by far the best method.
4. Stir-frying is a good method if you use water and reduce the amount of time.
5. The faster they're cooked, the more vitamins they retain...

Also, when you start to eat food as close to raw as possible, one thing I've learnt over the last 20 years is that, to be successful in a RAW DIET you must have a passion.

Like all things it is about trying to achieve balance.

There's strong evidence that nutritional value of many foods, such as beans and carrots, are a lot easier to digest raw...

By making their nutrients more accessible to the body...

In my book that kind says improved nutrition and energy, would you agree?

Re-ignite your passion for life and go raw, and experience the happy vice versa of nature.

Live healthy, long and prosperous...my friend, talk to you soon!

Nutrition Vitamin

Acid reflux or what?

Acid Reflux

Acid reflux or what?

So many people are looking for ways to become and stay healthy, I know you're heading in the right direction otherwise you wouldn't be reading this blog.

Hi Lifestyler,

How are you doing, thanks for reading today's article hot off the press.

If you get into the habit of listening to your own body, that means thinking differently, right!

Hmmm...

Guess what?

Here’s the really exciting part...the end results are usually positive.

Today I'd like to clear up a confusing point for many about acid in relation to food...

If acids are bad how can things like lemons or limes be good?

Firstly, this stuff actually works so lets get the facts because there are different kinds of acids...

Bear this in mind, there's no such thing as bad acids.

In fact, you want acids in your body.

Yeah, but the whole debate hinges on the proportion of acids in relation to alkaline.

The simple formula is if the ratio between the two is unbalanced then your body is out of wack.

There are four kinds of foods:

1. Acid Foods
2. Alkaline Foods
3. Acid Forming Foods
4. Alkaline Forming Foods

Inshort, this all has to do with the way food reacts in your stomach because the moment to put food in your mouth, from here on out it's a chemical process that happens.

Let's take Lemon juice as an example:

• Lemons are considerd acidic, right?
• And yes, because of it's citric acid and potassium, when eaten it creates carbonic acid.
• When carbonic acid and citric acid enter the stomach it causes the release of secretin.
• Secretin then signals the pancreas to release sodium bicarbonate, and many other alkalines into the small intestine.
• Some of the bicarbonate is released into the body's circulation through the lymph.
• But it is the potassium citrate in the small intestines that is the strongest alkaline buffers.

In fact, sometimes I wonder what all the fuss is about.

Doctors have been prescribing potassium citrate without problems for years to raise pH in urine to prevent acid forming stones.

It would seem obvious that your PH balance just might be worth keeping an eye on...would you agree?

Acid Reflux

Nutrition Energy Diet...Poor Sex Drive?

Impotence

Taking care of your body, mind, and spirit is far too often thought of as a luxury, something other people do or reserved for special occasions.

When you don't get enough sleep, this can play havoc on your sex drive.

Hey Friend,

Get ready to move yourself to the next level...overcoming impotence.

Sleep deprivation can increase your risk of erectile dysfunction," says Jon L. Pryor, a professor of urological surgery at the University of Minnesota.

Why?

Too little sleep has the side effect of testosterone levels.

Lack of sleep causes testosterone plummet making it much tougher to get and sustain an erection.

But you maybe too stressed and tired to care, since low testosterone also triggers a drop in a mans desire for sex.

What to do?

Sleep it off because there's nothing like a rigorous romp in the sack to put you into a deep doze.

Approximately 90 minutes after blissfully passing out, most men arrive in REM (rapid eye movement) sleep.

That's the dream state in which erections naturally occur, usually up to five times a night, when you sleep long and well enough.

And why should you care about sleep-induced arousal?

Use it or lose it, friend.

Think of each erection as a sexual tune-up for overcoming impotence!

Every time your penis rises, it becomes stronger and less vulnerable to impotence.

Thanks for reading, and remember to get more zzzzzzzzzzzz.

Sweet dreams...the moment you make self-care a priority, everything else begins to change for the better.

Impotence

Nutrition Energy Diet...the ultimate smoothie?

Smoothie

Ultimate smoothie...you can be the judge.

Have you ever had a slush, or milkshake?

Hey Friend,

Hows it going...thanks for reading, I appreciate you.

Here's a great recipe for smoothie, yeah, I mean a power and delicious tasting smoothie with a healthy power-packed difference...

A smoothie that is packed with vitamins, minerals, proteins, fatty acids, and bioflavonoids.

Here's what I drink for morning energy and a feeling of well being:

In a blender combine the following ingredients...

• one banana - fresh or frozen
• 1/2 cup of fruit that you like - strawberries, peaches, blackberries etc,
• one small apple cored and cut into small peices
• tablespoon of sunflower seeds
• teaspoon of pumpkin seed
• one-two teaspoons of flax seeds
• 4 vitamin C powder capsules, (open and pour contents, ie; powder into blender)
• pour rice dream, goat's milk or almond milk into the blender and blend for a few minutes to get the right consistency

You can also use apple juice in combination with rice dream or a little honey if you like.

Blend this combination for 1-2 minutes.

Now it's ready to drink. In summer, I'll freeze the strawberries to cool this drink a little or throw in a few cubes of ice.

Drink one glass for the ultimate pick-me-up booster.

By the way, if you've any left over, just put it in a thermos and drink it a couple hours later.

The vitamin C will help to minimize the smoothie's oxidation.

Smoothies digest and get into your blood and body quickly.

This is one of the great health benefits of smoothies...enjoy!

Thanks, come back again, I'll have another yummy recipe and healthy drink for ya.

Smoothie