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Warning: You Should NOT Reboil Water Again!

by March 12, 2017

Have you ever wondered what happens to water when we boil it twice? Something serious happens, and you should never do this! This was never taught in chemistry classes, and it is important for everyone to know.

 

When we boil water the chemical properties of it change, but if you continue to boil it, or boil it many times it can be dangerous for you to consume! It concentrates the water into harmful chemicals instead of getting rid of them, like boiling fresh water does. The chemicals that are left there can be poisonous to your health. It mainly consists of a combination of arsenic, nitrates, and fluoride.

Water fluoridation is already really harmful to your health. According to a 500-page scientific review, fluoride is an endocrine disruptor that can affect your bones, brain, thyroid gland, pineal gland and even your blood sugar levels! Reboiling fluoridated water only makes it worse! If you’re going to boil water, boil purified water and never reboil it! Pour it out and use fresh!

The New Male Birth Control Shot Is Here, And It Actually Works

by March 12, 2017

Usually it falls on the women to prioritize Birth Control, but things are changing! According to a new study man can take birth control shots to prevent pregnancy in their female partners.

According to a study published in the Endocrine Society’s Journal of Endocrinology & Metabolism, men can now take birth control shots to prevent pregnancy!

The shot is currently being perfected, but the shot has succeeded in lowering a man’s sperm count and had a success rate of 96%. Here is what you need to know about the study, and what you need to know to figure out if the male birth control shot is right for you.

Women have a lot of options at their disposal when it comes to birth control, like female condoms, IUDs, patches, and of course, the Pill. Men basically just had condoms and pulling out, and if they wanted something more permanent, vasectomies. Men and women deserve better than this, the responsibility should not fall solely on the women.

Researchers tested the safety and effectiveness of a contraceptive shot in 320 healthy men in monogamous relationships with female partners. The shot contained two hormones, and it worked pretty well. It knocked down their sperm counts significantly, and there were only a handful of pregnancies among partners of men in the trial.

According to the Guttmacher Institute, 40% of all pregnancies in 2012 were unintentional. That proves that there is really something that can be done here, which is why the researchers have been trying to find a breakthrough for male birth control for so long.

“The study found it is possible to have a hormonal contraceptive for men that reduces the risk of unplanned pregnancies in the partners of men who use it,” said one of the study’s authors, Mario Philip Reyes Festin, MD, of the World Health Organization in Geneva, Switzerland. “Our findings confirmed the efficacy of this contraceptive method previously seen in small studies.”

The hormones were able to lower sperm count to under 1 million within 24 weeks in 274 participants. Additionally, 96% of continuing users were successful in preventing pregnancy.

But, get this! A lot of men were actually dropping out of the study because they were experiencing certain side effects. The most common side effect was acne, then there were mood swings and in some cases weight gain.

There has been a lot of eye rolling on the internet about these side effects because women have been experiencing things like mood swings and weight gain for decades because of birth control.

“More research is needed to advance this concept to the point that it can be made widely available to men as a method of contraception,” Festin said. “Although the injections were effective in reducing the rate of pregnancy, the combination of hormones needs to be studied more to consider a good balance between efficacy and safety.”

21 Reasons Why Apple Cider Vinegar Rocks

by March 11, 2017

Not only is apple cider vinegar delicious, it also serves a ton of benefits! It can be used as a cleaner or a health supplement! Here are 21 reasons why apple cider vinegar rocks!

Apple cider vinegar can be used for tons of different things including cleaning, detoxifying your body, skin health, and even immune system health. It can be beneficial to virtually every part of your body, and that’s not all either! Apple cider vinegar is such a powerful medicine because it contains several extremely powerful healing compounds such as acetic acid, magnesium, probiotics, and enzymes!

Apple cider vinegar is not only great for your body, but it is also a great cleaning tool. It is an excellent alternative to chemical based cleaners because it is natural, and gives off no harmful fumes. Plus, it’s not even toxic for your body in the first place. It actually works a lot better than some leading cleaning products.

Cleaning

Cleaning Digital Devices – People often make the mistake of cleaning their TV or laptop screen with Windex, or other ammonia based window cleaners. Do not do this! This can severely damage the LCD screen below the glass! Instead, use apple cider vinegar. It works great, and it leaves no streaks.

Remove Ink Stains from Walls – if you have a little one running around you might have discovered marker or ink on a wall one time, or another. Getting ink off walls is extremely hard when you’re not using ACV! Simply replace your water and soap with ACV and watch the ink wipe away easily.

Unclog Drains – ACV is awesome for unclogging drains because it’s acidic nature will break down any sludge or clog you have in your pipes. Mix ½ cup baking soda with 1 cup vinegar and pour into your drain for a volcano effect. More effective and way less harsh than the chemical cleaners.

Degreaser – The kitchen can become greasy overtime, and chemical degreasers contain lots of harmful chemicals. These are chemicals you wouldn’t want anywhere near your food or anything going into your body. Instead try ACV. it is an excellent degreaser, and completely natural too. Hell, it might make your food healthier!

Wash Carpets  – Apple cider vinegar works wonders on materials and carpet. It will break down tough stains and dirt deep within the carpet. It also takes away any unpleasant odors too!

Health Benefits

It Treats Acid Reflux – A leading cause of acid reflux is an unbalanced stomach pH level. Typically caused by a lack of enzymes, ACV is perfect because it replaces those lost enzymes and relieves acid reflux!

It Can Kill Candida – Candida may be the cause of your bad breath and lack of energy. It can also cause common UTI’s and digestive issues, but thankfully ACV can kill what millions of people around the world struggle with; candida.

Regulates pH Level – When your pH balance is off, it throws your entire body into a fritz. Nothing works correctly, and it makes you feel horrible. ACV  can easily balance your pH level!

Sunburn – Sunburn feels horrible, and aloe works great for it. However Aloe makes it feel better, ACV actually takes the sting away completely! Your sunburn will be nothing more than some red skin before long!

Balances Blood Sugar – Medical research has proven that the acetic acid found in apple cider vinegar can balance blood sugar and improve diabetes.  Put apple cider vinegar on salads or consume 1 tablespoon in water before meals.

Repel Fleas on Your Pets – Mix a 50/50 solution of water and apple cider vinegar together and soak your pet in a tub.  Do this 1x a day for several weeks to rid your pet of a flea infestation.

It Lowers Blood Pressure – ACV effectively lowers blood pressure, and can be an excellent alternative to Statin medications. In a 2009 12-week study they found that consuming apple cider vinegar lowered triglycerides and blood pressure!

Rids Varicose Veins – ACV works significantly when it comes to easing your varicose veins. It improves circulation in the vein walls and is anti-inflammatory. It causes the bulging to go down, and soon they will fade away forever!

Deodorant – ACV i an excellent natural deodorant. Common deodorants can contain dangerous chemicals such as glyphosate. Instead use ACV! Simply dabbing some apple cider vinegar on your fingers and running it into your armpit can kill yeast and neutralize odors keeping you smelling fresh all day.

Cure a Cold – Apple cider vinegar is the ultimate remedy to cure a cold and sore throat fast!  Because it’s loaded with vitamins and probiotic boosting acetic acid it’s a great natural cure.  Take 2 tablespoons of apple cider vinegar in one glass of water 3x daily to cure a cold.

Warts – Put apple cider vinegar topically on the wart and then cover in band-aid or bandage.  Leave on overnight and remove in the morning.  You may see results in one week or it could take longer.

Kills Bacteria – It has traditionally been used for cleaning and disinfecting, treating nail fungus, lice, warts and ear infections.

Weight Loss – ACV makes you feel full, so you eat less. If you are an overeater, ACV is the one for you! It also fights diabetes.

Lowers Cholesterol – Lab studies on mice showed that apple cider vinegar can lower cholesterol and triglyceride levels.

Anti-Cancer Effects – Some studies have shown that vinegar can kill cancer cells and shrink tumors, However, all of the studies on this were done in isolated cells in test tubes, or rats, which proves nothing about what happens in a living, breathing human.

A sore throat – The bacteria fighting properties of apple cider vinegar work just about anywhere. Gargle equal parts warm water and apple cider vinegar at the first sign of a sore throat to keep it at bay, and repeat every hour as needed.

What are you waiting for? Go out and buy some TODAY!

Diets High In Carbs are Linked to Increased Risk for Dementia, Cancer and Alzheimer’s Disease

by March 11, 2017

The two most dangerous things we see the most might be linked together. Carbohydrates are packed in almost everything we eat today, cancer is the second leading cause of death in the United States. New studies show that Carbohydrates might be the cause of this deadly disease.

According to Mercola, carbohydrates cause nearly all age related diseases. Many people might consider it normal to develop something as common as cancer, but it isn’t. These diseases are caused by a sinister called carbohydrates. Carbohydrates are not an essential element for health. In fact, optimal health lies in keeping the amount of carbohydrates in the diet to a minimum.

The supermarket departments that contain the healthy essential proteins and essential fats are the fresh meats, fresh fish and seafood, dairy and non-starchy vegetables. Everything else in the store is very high in carbohydrates, which turn to glucose, hype the metabolism and trigger the release of disease-causing hormones like insulin, cortisol and adrenaline.

Another study published by the Mayo Clinic, showed that senior adults with a diet consisting of high carbohydrates had an increased risk for Alzheimer’s disease. The study stated that these seniors  may have almost four times the normal risk of mild cognitive impairment, a mental change that may precede Alzheimer’s disease.

It isn’t all carbohydrates that are deadly either. There are natural carbohydrates that are harmless to humans, but big corporations have manipulated them for profit. These carbs are called refined carbohydrates. Refined carbs have been stripped of almost all fiber, vitamins and minerals. For this reason, they can be considered as “empty” calories. They are also digested quickly, and have a high glycemic index. This means that they lead to rapid spikes in blood sugar and insulin levels after meals. Eating foods high on the glycemic index has been linked to overeating and increased risk of many diseases, including cancer.

So if you have to have your carbs stick with whole foods like brown rice, root vegetables, fruit and vegetables. Your body, your mind, and your waist line will thank you for it!

One Delicious Combination Will Boost Attention Better Than Any Other Drink

by March 10, 2017

Researchers from Clarkson University as well as the University of Georgia have recently studied the effects of caffeinated versus not caffeinated brewed cocoa on our attention spans. The results were quite interesting!

The results from this study were published in BMC Nutrition and showed that the combination of fatigue fighting coffee and cocoa that reduces stress was the best possible combination for boosting one’s attention span. This means if you don’t already partake in the consumption of mocha you may want to start. You see cocoa increases the cerebral blood flow that works to increase cognition and attention and caffeine by itself can increase anxiety, however, together they counter one another for the best results possible.

According to this study, the cocoa lessens the caffeine’s anxiety-producing effects. This study took a year to complete and in this researchers had participants drink brewed cocoa with and without caffeine. They used a placebo with neither caffeine nor cocoa and tested the effects by evaluating the subjects moods and ability to perform cognitive tasks. The study was also something called a double blind study which is a study in which the participants and the researchers are unaware of which substance is being tested.

Ali Boolani of Clarkson University says that this study was fun and that the results are without a doubt promising. The group will be doing follow up studies for this at Clarkson in order to assess natural caffeine versus synthetic caffeine and he is quite excited about those. This may be the bit of information you need to get a coffee maker set up at work. If you are feeling a bit sluggish don’t just go for coffee make sure you aim for mocha the cocoa makes a huge difference!

For a healthy homemade mocha, you will need:

Ingredients:

Koffee Kult Dark Roast coffee, made as two espresso shots or brewed very strong,
1 tbs. unsweetened cocoa powder,
1 packet stevia,
1/4 tsp. coconut oil and
1 1/2 to 2 cups unsweetened coconut milk (from a carton) or your favorite milk.

Directions:

To make the mocha, brew the espresso or brew a strong cup of coffee. Combine the coffee with 1 tbs. cocoa powder, 1/4 tsp. coconut oil and froth to combine. If you don’t have a frother, you can also use an immersion or bullet style blender or small whisk to ensure the coconut oil gets blended well in with the coffee. Add the stevia and stir again.

You will want to microwave your coconut milk for 2 minutes on high. Froth with a hand frother or steam with the attachment on your espresso machine. Your immersion blender will also work well!

Pour the coconut milk over the chocolate espresso mixture. You may want to top this with shaved unsweetened chocolate or coconut whipped cream. Enjoy!

Detoxify, Heal Your Liver and Boost Your Blood Count With These 5 Fresh Fruit and Veggie Juice Recipes

by March 10, 2017

Anemia can be a very serious issue and is extremely common here in the United States. This issue can lead to things like fatigue and organ failure if not properly dealt with.

The most common type of anemia is caused by iron deficiency and generally, our diet is to blame for this. The causes for anemia can vary the type of anemia a person has, for instance, you could become anemic from heavy metal poisoning, poor nutrition (as mentioned above), prolonged medication, and even your menstrual cycle. Symptoms can include things like dizziness, weakness, fatigue, weak hair, weak nails, and even heart palpitations.

Luckily before the issue becomes too extreme we can fix it. Reversing anemia is something that requires just a few dietary changes. Beetroot is one of the best sources of iron so if you aren’t eating any you need to add it to your diet. If you combine beets with carrots you’re in for something special. This will boost your body’s absorption of iron. If you are anemic these drinks will help you tremendously.

1. Beet Juice

Ingredients:

Directions:

  • Wash the beetroots, lemon, and carrots.
  • Run them through the juicer.
  • Stir in the Brewer’s yeast and drink immediately.
  • Drink on an empty stomach for best results.

2. Beetroot, Spinach, and Berry Juice

Ingredients:

  • 1 handful of spinach
  • 1/2 of a beetroot
  • 1/2 of a cup of red berries
  • 1/4 of a lemon
  • 1 1/2 small radishes

Directions:

  • Wash all of the ingredients.
  • Chop the beetroot and the radishes.
  • Run everything through the juicer.
  • Drink.

3. Parsley Juice

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 of a bunch of parsley
  • 1/4th of a lemon
  • 1/2 of a cucumber
  • 1/2 of an orange or a green apple depending on your preference.

Directions:

  • Wash the ingredients well.
  • Run them all through the juicer.
  • Run everything through the juicer.
  • Drink.

 

4. Kiwi Juice

Ingredients:

  • 1 Carrot
  • 1 Green Apple
  • 1 Kiwi
  • 1/2 of a tomato

Directions:

  • Wash the ingredients.
  • Juice them together.
  • Drink.

5. Spinach and Green Apple Juice

Ingredients:

  • 1 green apple
  • 4-5 ribs of celery
  • A bunch of spinach
  • 1/2 of a bunch of cilantro
  • 1 lemon slice
  • 1/2 inch of ginger

Directions:

  • Wash everything thoroughly.
  • Juice it all together.
  • Drink.

These juices are delicious and I am sure you will love them! For more recipes that will help reverse anemia please take the time to watch the videos below. Enjoy!

https://youtu.be/x25DDqKF2VI

https://youtu.be/Z5tF0tn2ZE0

 

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