I really thought this was worth talking about. If we can take preventative measures by eating yummy / healthy foods...why not? I know I enjoy each of these and so do the girls. You want the real / no additives version.
Sheryl Crow's 8 Cancer Fighting Foods courtesy of Healthy Child Times.
http://healthychild.org/blog/comments/8_great_family_friendly_foods_that_help_fight_cancer/
Here are some of our favorite foods that pack enormous nutritional value (including anti-cancer benefits). Truly, toddler tested, mother approved.
1. Whole Grains
2. Beans
3. Berries
4. Tomatoes
5. Cruciferous Vegetables (Broccoli)
6. Dark Green Leafy Vegetables (spinach)
7. Grapes and Grape Juice ( I would add cranberry or pomegranate to this #)
8. Walnuts
The World of Ayurveda
I have been exploring / dabbling in the world of Ayurveda and have to say it's challenging but interesting. I have learned a few things that I thought you all might be interested in.
First thing in the morning I used to drink 8 ou of cold water. I have learned that 2 ou of cranberry juice (100%) the real stuff 2 ou of pomegranate juice (100%) mixed with warm water is sooooooo beneficial. You can drink warm water throughout the day mixed with lemon and lime. Of course, if it is 100 degrees and your body is heated then please drink cold water to cool it down. When I first heard this I thought yuck! Who wants to drink warm water. I have found that I really enjoy it. It also quenches your thirst more effectively because your body doesn't have to work overtime to process it.
Every morning the first thing I do is say thank you for another day! Then I use my tongue scraper which I LOVE! I then use the neti pot as my allergies are kickin something fierce. I wash my face with cold water and then I go to the kitchen and fill up the tea pot and boil. I use that water throughout the day. I only fill up my Sigg bottle a couple of times - so for those of you that are in an office if you fill up your 32 ou Sigg bottle in the morning and then again when you get home that should take care of your water intake (factoring in that you drink water at lunch). Bonus you kick the plastic habit, flush the body and believe me your skin will thank you for all of the extra antioxidants. See what you think...
First thing in the morning I used to drink 8 ou of cold water. I have learned that 2 ou of cranberry juice (100%) the real stuff 2 ou of pomegranate juice (100%) mixed with warm water is sooooooo beneficial. You can drink warm water throughout the day mixed with lemon and lime. Of course, if it is 100 degrees and your body is heated then please drink cold water to cool it down. When I first heard this I thought yuck! Who wants to drink warm water. I have found that I really enjoy it. It also quenches your thirst more effectively because your body doesn't have to work overtime to process it.
Every morning the first thing I do is say thank you for another day! Then I use my tongue scraper which I LOVE! I then use the neti pot as my allergies are kickin something fierce. I wash my face with cold water and then I go to the kitchen and fill up the tea pot and boil. I use that water throughout the day. I only fill up my Sigg bottle a couple of times - so for those of you that are in an office if you fill up your 32 ou Sigg bottle in the morning and then again when you get home that should take care of your water intake (factoring in that you drink water at lunch). Bonus you kick the plastic habit, flush the body and believe me your skin will thank you for all of the extra antioxidants. See what you think...
Some of my FaVorites
I was thinking about what lives in my pantry and in my body. I am always in search for the most nutrient rich foods that are going to provide me with the best return. I thought this might help some of you if you are anything like me "ViSual" when you are out shopping. Most everything I buy is from HEB or Whole Foods or Costco. I will make the occasional quarterly run to the vitamin shop for protein powder.
Some Items I Love but do not have pictures of are:
*Organic Frozen blueberries from the Pacific North West they are at Costco for $10.99 for a very large (should last you forever) bag
*Ginger HEB has those squeezable bottles of it for $3.00
*Kashi Oatmeal Dark Chocolate Cookies :( I have not been able to find these at there usual spot at HEB I am very sad about this as I used to cherish them as a treat
* Spring Mix (Organic) Central Market version I buy at HEB the large one is $3.99 (usually cheaper than the small one?) I have thought about going away from this version and just buying various different lettuce but have found that you get all the kinds you need (Swiss Chard, Cabbage, Romaine, Red tip etc in this one tight easy package - so I for now I am sticking with it.
*Almonds / Walnuts ( I buy the very big bag at Costco for $10 which last a long time)
Oatmeal Bob's Red Mill (gluten free) quick oats @ HEB
Wheat Grass by amazing grass
HEB $25
Some Items I Love but do not have pictures of are:
*Organic Frozen blueberries from the Pacific North West they are at Costco for $10.99 for a very large (should last you forever) bag
*Ginger HEB has those squeezable bottles of it for $3.00
*Kashi Oatmeal Dark Chocolate Cookies :( I have not been able to find these at there usual spot at HEB I am very sad about this as I used to cherish them as a treat
* Spring Mix (Organic) Central Market version I buy at HEB the large one is $3.99 (usually cheaper than the small one?) I have thought about going away from this version and just buying various different lettuce but have found that you get all the kinds you need (Swiss Chard, Cabbage, Romaine, Red tip etc in this one tight easy package - so I for now I am sticking with it.
*Almonds / Walnuts ( I buy the very big bag at Costco for $10 which last a long time)
Oatmeal Bob's Red Mill (gluten free) quick oats @ HEB
Wheat Grass by amazing grass
HEB $25
Typical Days Worth of Goodness
Power Oatmeal & Coffee
Spinach Egg Omlett / OJ, Wheat Grass & Acai
Turkey rolled with cream cheese, avocado pieces and dates with 2 Cups of Spring Mix & Pumpkin Seeds
Nuts & Fruit
Orange (small)
Sloppy Joes (ground turkey with onion, bell pepper, cabbage -all chopped thin for disguising) topped on a Whole Wheat mutligrain bun with monster low sodium cheese and green beans
Oatmeal Chocolate Kashi Cookie with 8 ou. of milk and peanut butter
Spinach Egg Omlett / OJ, Wheat Grass & Acai
Turkey rolled with cream cheese, avocado pieces and dates with 2 Cups of Spring Mix & Pumpkin Seeds
Nuts & Fruit
Orange (small)
Sloppy Joes (ground turkey with onion, bell pepper, cabbage -all chopped thin for disguising) topped on a Whole Wheat mutligrain bun with monster low sodium cheese and green beans
Oatmeal Chocolate Kashi Cookie with 8 ou. of milk and peanut butter
Monday
Tara Parker-Pope at The New York Times Well Section recently compiled a blog entitled "The 11 Best Foods You Aren't Eating" I have decided that I need to step it up and incorporate some of these power foods to the diet. Drum roll:
Beets
Cabbage
Swiss Chard
Cinnamin (i used this all of the time and LoVe It!)
Pomegranate Juice
Pumpkin Seeds and Canned
Frozen Blueberries
Tumeric (I use this spice daily)
Dried Plums (prunes)
Beets
Cabbage
Swiss Chard
Cinnamin (i used this all of the time and LoVe It!)
Pomegranate Juice
Pumpkin Seeds and Canned
Frozen Blueberries
Tumeric (I use this spice daily)
Dried Plums (prunes)
Let's Eat...
Power Oatmeal (don't forget the cinnamin or the blueberries)
Spinach Egg Omlett (sprinkle in some tumeric)
After omlett drink -OJ, Acai and wheat grass mixed
Before workout ate 3 prunes (weight training)
Protein Shake (Hello pumpkin and swiss chard...I just blended the normal recipe adding a few sprigs of swiss chard) not bad don't turn your head till you try it)
Turkey rolls and spring mix
Salmon topped with sliced oranges with cream cheese mixed with salsa and broccoli
6 out of 9 not too bad.
It's Friday!!!!!!
Good morning -before I do anything I drink 8 ounces of cold water
Breakfast / Meal One
Power Oatmeal with berries
only 8 ounces of coffee with silk creamer and a spray of whip cream
Snack / Meal Two
Spinach Salsa Omelet
4 ounces of orange juice mixed with wheat grass and some acai or goji
Lunch / Meal Three
Protein Shake
Snack / Meal Four
1/2 and apple with almonds
Dinner / Meal Five
Broccoli, Brown Rice with Feta, & Chicken
Good morning -before I do anything I drink 8 ounces of cold water
Breakfast / Meal One
Power Oatmeal with berries
only 8 ounces of coffee with silk creamer and a spray of whip cream
Snack / Meal Two
Spinach Salsa Omelet
4 ounces of orange juice mixed with wheat grass and some acai or goji
Lunch / Meal Three
Protein Shake
Snack / Meal Four
1/2 and apple with almonds
Dinner / Meal Five
Broccoli, Brown Rice with Feta, & Chicken
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