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Green Smoothies and Breast Cancer

April 8, 2011 green smoothies

Will green smoothies help my dear friend with Breast Cancer?

I have a friend who is dealing with breast cancer.  Just recently she had one of her breasts removed.  Now the doctors are telling her she needs chemotherapy.

What’s really disturbing is the fact she had several different opinions with conflicting results from her doctors.

I’m upset because I know not one of those doctors mentioned anything about changing her diet totally to vegan and introducing 100% raw and organic fruits and vegetables in her diet.  Here’s where green smoothies would play a key role in the overall healing of the breast cancer.

By the end of the month she is to have a tube inserted in her breast area where the chemo will be administered.

I see her practically every day.  But yet, I am afraid to voice my opinion to her.  My fear is  I don’t want to make the situation anymore difficult for her because she’s dealing with so much at this moment in time.

Yet, if I don’t say anything about her breast cancer and inform her on the topic of introducing green smoothies in her diet, and letting her know she needs to start pumping her body with high levels of leafy greens and totally 100%  non-animal foods, she will be putting chemo through her body shortly and feeling the nasty side effects of this horrible drug.

Many people don’t believe in natural healing, such as changing your diet and eating 100% organic vegetables and fruits.  I believe 100% in natural healing!!!

What’s strange, even though she is my dear friend, she doesn’t know how passionate I am with my own health.  In fact, sometimes I have 3 green smoothies a day.  This was never a topic we discussed.

I never had cancer so I can’t say I was healed by changing my diet, but it’s not hard to find resources on the internet of many people who cured themselves from many illnesses such as cancer, heart disease, in fact,  any type of disease after they changed their eating habits to total vegan and no meat by-products what-so-ever!

I am very torn because I don’t want to see my dear friend suffer anymore physically and emotionally than she has already.  But, I don’t know if she is ready or will be receptive to my beliefs of natural healing.

What should I do?

I do know this…Everyone of us has choices in life.   If you are sick and suffering with any disease changing your diet to totally vegan will make a big difference in cleansing and healing your body.  You don’t always need to agree with the medical field and choose their methods.

Eat Healthy and Well,

 

 

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Why Eat Raw Vegetables?

August 13, 2010 raw foods, raw vegetables

Do I really need raw vegetables and fruit in my diet?

Simply, you want to eat raw vegetables because your body needs the enzymes to create a healthy environment within.

Many of us think just because we eat cooked greens or vegetables this is good enough, and we’re getting our source of veggies in our diet.  Well, you’re getting veggies in your diet, but you kill off almost all of the good enzymes your body needs.  About the only benefit you get from cooked greens or veggies is fiber.

You should eat at least 50-60% or more raw foods during breakfast, lunch, and dinner.

Here’s what I mean:  We’ll use breakfast for an example.

If you like to have eggs, bacon, or bagels with cream cheese etc… for breakfast, this is totally opposite of what I’m talking about.

Did you ever consider eating just fruit or raw veggies for breakfast?  This is where drinking a green smoothie makes it easy and quick! Refer back to the green smoothies article by clicking here on raw vegetables to see how easy it is!

Note: If you don’t have raw foods in your diet at all, be careful with how much you consume at first. Make it a gradual change, this way your body accepts it more easily. It’s been a known fact, many people who switch from the typical “western diet” , become very sick. Just take it slowly, and everything will be OK.

Eat Healthy and Well,

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2 Major Benefits of Eating Raw Vegetables

August 5, 2010 eating raw vegetables

Eating raw vegetables have been the basis for survival from the beginning of time.

  1. It is mother natures natural remedy for cleaning out the body.   “Natural laxative” Many foods we consume just lay around in our stomachs too long and builds up waste.  By eating raw vegetables, this helps move the waste out of our system quicker.
  2. Raw vegetables have a higher vitamin and mineral count than cooked ones.  With the hectic lives most of us lead, we need as much nutrients in our system as possible.

It’s a well known fact that eating raw vegetables over cooked veggies gives you more nutritional value.  I know saute vegetables taste awesome, especially when there marinated in your favorite sauce, but try to eat more raw ones instead.

Fresh is always the best too!  The longer the veggies sit around,  the more they loose their superfood power.

It’s best to pick the vegetables fresh from the vine and eat them the same day.  Many of us who don’t have this option should find a local grower or farmers market and get their veggies from them.

Eat Healthy and Well,

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Raw Organic Foods Have 5 Powerful Benefits

June 22, 2010 raw organic foods

Raw Organic Foods, how can they benefit Dads?

5 Health Benefits Of Eating Raw Organic Foods:   

  1. Increased amounts of energy throughout the day
  2. Reduces the risks of heart, diabetes, and cancer diseases
  3. Keeps added and unwanted weight off your body
  4. Promotes positive emotions by helping you think clearly
  5. Increases you fiber intake for getting rid of unwanted toxins

Many of the  foods in the raw category contain very few trans and saturated fats.

Many fruits and vegetables are low in sodium, but high in essential vitamins and minerals.

Back to the fiber intake,  and the benefits of promoting a healthy colon.  This to me is one of the most important benefit!

Those of you who are at the age of 50, you know what that means. Yes, the good ole rectal examine. Sorry to bring that up, but eating fruits and vegetables prevent colon disease.

Here is examples of some of the delicious raw organic foods to consume :  

  • Freshly juiced fruits and vegetables
  • Grains
  • Legumes (beans and lentils)
  • Seeds (sunflower, pumpkin, etc.)
  • Nuts (walnuts and almonds have more benefits than peanuts)
  • Dried Fruits and Vegetables

Not only should you consume more of this list above, it’s important to drink lots of distilled water. Water is what makes the nutritional elements go through your body easier, and helps with the cleansing process.

Debi Crisrtiano has a great article posted a few days before father’s day for us dads. Check out her blog because she provides some added bonuses to what I’m telling you.
She describes in more detail about raw organic foods.
When are you going to stand about your health?  It’s up to you to start eating healthier, so start today!

Eat Healthy and Well,

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