Category Archives: Health & Wellness

Health & Wellness
Echinacea
January 30, 2014

Jake Rosenberg for The Coveteur

Working hard, sweating hard, and travelling between different climates can really run you down. While there is no cure for the common cold and flu, taking preventative measures could mean the difference between being out for a day or a week.
AdrianneHo_echinachea Echinacea is a natural herb that strengthens the immune system. It works by increasing white blood cells in the body and it’s these cells that attack colds, viruses, and infections. Although taking the pills won’t wipe out a sickness immediately, it will strengthen your body enough to bounce back faster. This can stop a harmless cold from spreading to the lungs and developing into something more serious.

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Lemon Water In The AM
January 29, 2014

Warm lemon water in the morning does more than just rehydrate you after a long night’s sleep. The citric acid in lemon juice allows your body to detox while flushing out your kidneys. This provides a huge mental and physical boost in energy since your body isn’t weighed down by toxins. Plus the juice of one lemon has 187 percent of the daily recommended dose of vitamin C to keep you healthy and happy. To unleash these benefits, add the juice from half a freshly squeezed lemon to a glass of warm water.

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Get Your Fill of Chlorophyll
January 17, 2014

Chlorophyll neutralizes toxins, improves skin problems, controls sugar cravings, clears cold sores, kills infections, slows down aging, and even acts as a natural deodorant. That’s doing a lot! Chlorophyll can be taken in liquid form, mint drops, capsules, but it’s also found naturally in wheatgrass juice.

My favourite way to get in my chlorophyll fix is from The Grasshopper juice at Liquiteria. Its delicious mix of fruit juices, mint, and wheatgrass give you all the benefits along with a sweet taste. Next time you make or buy a juice I suggest adding a little wheatgrass to get your fill of chlorophyll.

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Sneezy Season Approaching
January 8, 2014

Sneezy season is here and besides bundling up under lots of layers it’s good to warm up on the inside to fight off that common cold. When I’m feeling a little under the weather I pick up Ginger Fireball from Juice Press. It contains oil of oregano, cayenne extract, ginger, lemon, and colloidal silver. The combination of the antimicrobial and the anti-inflammatory properties of the ginger, lemon, and orange are enough to burn the cold on sight!

AdrianneHo_GingerFire_JuicePress If you’re not near a Juice Press I suggest drinking hot water with lemon, ginger, and a drop of cayenne extract throughout the day. If you’re just starting to feel the itching in your throat take 1-2 drops of oil of oregano under your tongue and wash down with water. Let the oil burn before watering it down for best results.

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NATURALLY SWEET STEVIA
November 29, 2013

Stevia is a triple threat because it contains zero calories, is all natural, and very sweet. As opposed to other sweeteners, it will not cause your blood sugar levels to spike or your teeth to decay. Although it’s an incredible substitute for sugar, you still need to be careful when adding it to your food or drink because of its potency, 3-10 drops a serving is usually enough. Stevia can also be found in a variety of flavours.

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UNBREAKABLE BONES
November 28, 2013

Calcium is a mineral that your body needs to maintain and build strong bones. It’s absorbed through the food we eat. If enough calcium isn’t being provided then your body will will start removing it from the bones, this condition is called Osteoporosis.

Enough calcium can be provided from a very healthy, rich, and diverse diet but in most cases supplements are a good aid, especially for people who are lactose intolerant or vegetarians. It’s best to pair calcium with vitamin D because that allows your body to fully absorb the mineral.

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CHA CHA CHA CHIA
November 22, 2013

Chia seeds are an ancient superfood that can be added to almost anything. They contain more calcium than a glass of milk, more omega-3s than salmon, more iron than spinach, and are an excellent source of fiber. A special function of chia seeds is that they are highly “hydrophilic,” meaning that each seed absorbs 9-10 times its weight in water. This allows you to stay hydrated longer.

I like to add 3 tablespoons of PureLife Chia Seeds to my smoothies, yogurt, granola bowls, or a water bottle to sip on through out the day.

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Emergen-C Drink
November 16, 2013

Emergen-C packages are great because they flavour your water and give you vitamin C at the same damn time! I take them when I travel, feel run down, or after working out as a sport drink. Each package contains 1,000MG of vitamin C which is the recommended daily dose to keep your immune system strong and your energy levels high. Bottoms up!

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I like the Emergen-C Super Orange flavour but there are so many others to choose from. I buy cases at a time.

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OMEGA-3 FISH OIL
October 29, 2013

Having the right amount of omega-3 fatty acids in your diet allows your body to recover as fast as you are. Anti-inflammatory properties in omega-3’s like fish oil help reduce exercise-induced asthma, muscle soreness, and build lean muscle. I take Nordic Naturals Omega-3 fish oil on a daily basis.

Unless you’re eating 2-3 servings of fatty fish (like salmon or tuna) a week, these supplements can insure you’re getting enough omega-3’s.

Omega-3 Fish Oil: Nordic Naturals

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