So, with the abundance of fresh fruits and vegetables
of spring-time available to us, I thought I'd share the following
information…keeping in mind the farmers markets…
What are Living and Raw Foods? Living and Raw foods
are uncooked vegetables, fruits, soaked and sprouted nuts, seeds, and grains
that contain powerful enzymes. Living
raw foods have a much higher nutritional value than
'cooked' foods. When you heat foods to a temperature above 105 degrees you
destroy the vital nutrients and enzymes while creating toxins. Heat changes
the chemical make up of the food which creates substances that the body can
no longer recognize. This causes unwanted damage within our bodies. Without
the vital nutrients and enzymes we loose the 'life force' of the food and
we get sick with illness & disease. This is why America is overcome with
obesity and disease!
What are Enzymes? Enzymes are the life force in
food. They are the catalysts that enable vitamins and minerals to be utilized
in the body and assist in digestion and absorption of food. Without enzymes,
you body becomes toxic which can lead to disease, major digestion problems,
and overweight or obesity. The United States leads the world in obesity and
disease.
Why eat living and raw foods? The reasons are endless
.... Enzyme rich food boosts the immune system to keep you vibrantly healthy
and repairs damage done to a sick or diseased body. Weight loss becomes
effortless. You have energy like that of an eagle because your body isn't
spending several hours a day digesting enzyme-less food. You know the feeling
of being sleepy after a large 'cooked' meal. You physically feel and look
younger when you eat enzyme rich raw foods. Raw food has been shown to reverse
disease and degeneration.
Benefits of eating a Raw and Living Foods Diet The
benefits are too abundant to list here, but MANY people have healed themselves
of cancers, diabetes, colitis, digestion problems, HIV, obesity, CFS, Asthma,
ADD, ADHD anxiety, depression, allergies, migraines, back pain, heartburn,
diverticulitis, and many more .... You not only feel and look younger, you
sleep less, your skin changes texture and color, weight loss is easy, your
hair changes and some of the gray may disappear, wrinkles become less noticeable,
your skin will glow and your eyes will sparkle! This does not happen overnight,
but, you will see and feel results in as little as a few days.
Medical research in the benefits of RAW! Michael
Donaldson, Ph.D., a nutritional biologist at Cornell University says, "We
are looking at the links between raw foods and [preventing] cancer and
degenerative diseases. These studies have opened my eyes, because as scientists
we are always trying to make the next pharmaceutical
breakthrough."
In one study, Donaldson evaluated the seven-day
intake of 180 people eating 60 to 80 percent raw foods to determine the average
ingestion of vitamins, minerals, protein, and calories.
He discovered that vitamin and mineral intake was
excellent; the ratio of protein to calcium was right where it should be;
sodium levels were low while potassium levels were high; fat ratios were
good, with 20 to 25 percent fat, coming mostly from flaxseed oil, extra virgin
olive oil, nuts, seeds, and avocados.
"Generally the raw food diet works because it is
a synergy," says Donaldson. "Vitamins, enzymes, a healthy bowel, balanced
emotions, positive outlook-all of these components come together in a living
way. People overcome arthritis, allergies, cancer, you name it. I am still
amazed by the testimonials."
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Would you like to have more energy and vitality?
Does shoulder stiffness, low back pain or arthritis cramp your style? Would
you like to have less stress in your life? If your answer to any or all of
these questions is a resounding ?YES?, then you should have a
massage.
Experts believe that stress accounts for 80-90%
of all disease. Even when it is not the direct cause, it aggravates health
challenges, making it harder to heal and maintain well-being. Receiving massage
on a regular basis reduces stress and pain, and helps the body function in
a more harmonious manner.
Massage is one of the oldest healing arts. Hippocrates
recommended rubbing and friction to ease circulatory and joint problems.
There is also documentation of massage among the ancient Chinese, Egyptians,
Persians and Hindus.
So…Isn't it about time to schedule your next
massage treatment? Simply, for better health? And perhaps consider "treating"
someone you love to the "gift" of massage with a well-deserved GIFT
CERTIFICATE…
Also, come on by and try the deliciously therapeutic
Amazon Herb Treasure Tea …the "easiest" way to detox and boost your
system while hydrating your body this spring. Which reminds me …don't
forget to drink your water AND take a DEEP BREATH every now and again.
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Wishing you a spring-time full of blessings…to
your health, Dawna
HEALING HANDS
MASSAGE
A New Dawn Massage & Wellness
Therapy
Dawna Lord, Reiki & Massage
Specialist
997 E. Champlain, Suite 160 (NW corner of Champlain & Perrin)
Fresno, CA 93720
(559) 260-0505
www.dawna.amazonherb.net
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