Why Most Grains Are Bad For You, And What To Do About It
Primal Diet - Modern Health
This is a topic that could fill four newsletters, but I want to mention some points about grains that I feel strongly about. First let’s talk about gluten. Gluten is a protein found in wheat, rye, barley, and spelt, and is a contaminant in most oats as they are often shipped or processed with wheat. Gluten-free diets are becoming well-known now, and many scientific studies are showing that gluten intolerance is much more common than previously suspected.
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Herbivores vs. Carnivores
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The digestive systems of herbivores and carnivores tells a lot about what each are meant to eat. Humans model carnivore digestion patterns. Digestive systems of herbivores vs. carnivores I began researching equine digestion to check a hunch that my elderly pony had an ulcer. She was biting her sides and seemed uncomfortable. In learning her non-human digestive system, several points became clear. Some creatures are born to be vegetarians, and some are not. Should humans be vegetarians? Looking at differences in digestion may help answer that question.
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5 Steps I Took To Heal Leaky Gut
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If you want better health now and in the future, you have to heal leaky gut. It may be the key to preventing and reversing autoimmune disorders which some say most ALL of us have. And helping resolve pain, bloating, allergies, headaches, rashes and more.
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4 Foods to Avoid with Herpes or Shingles
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There are several common foods to avoid with Herpes or Shingles. You may be eating these daily! Having personally struggled with both these viruses, I’ve learned my tolerance level of these foods when well and when stressed. Herpes viruses live in the nervous system, and when we’re overtaxed, anxious or angry, inflammatory stress hormones and other substances suppress the immune system, allowing the virus to overwhelm our defenses. When you’re feeling strong, healthy and rested, you may be able to handle these edibles better. It’s not just the items themselves, but how your health...
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GABA – The Forgotten Neurotransmitter MC Draft
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What do you know about GABA - the forgotten neurotransmitter? We've heard about Serotonin and its use as an antidepressant but we seldom hear about the related GABA neurotransmitter and its effects on the body. Full show notes
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Are Your Olive and Avocado Oils Pure?
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Are your Olive and Avocado Oils pure? Do you trust labels? It’s sad but true. Labels often hide the true ingredients. Real Olive Oil is green and a little bitter
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Is Your Hair Care Making You Sick?
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Is your hair care making you sick? Skin and scalp absorb things easily, sending them straight into the bloodstream. The moisturizer you put on your skin disappears, right? Your body just ate it! Would you consume the chemicals and colors in hair dye or shampoo? Or breathe ammonia, chlorine or formaldehyde?
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Easy Carb Counting for Weight Loss
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Body fat comes primarily from excess Carbohydrates. It’s not general “excess calories” that usually cause weight gain. Calories from steak, vegetables and Olive Oil don’t convert to adipose tissue (fat). Carbs = Adipose Tissue = Body Fat
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Where Does Body Fat Come From?
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Where does body fat come from? It’s not from overeating protein, healthy fats or vegetables. Why is it SUCH A SECRET in the news where body fat comes from? Do we need expensive drugs to get rid of it? What if Steak, Eggs and Guacamole could actually drop fat without drugs?
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Vegan Bloggers Claim Periods are Toxic
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Are your periods toxic? Is your body discarding toxic waste when you flow? Some Raw Vegan bloggers began to claim periods are toxic wastes leaving the body as early as 2017. They say that periods are not necessary. Have heavy flow or painful periods? Stop eating all fats, proteins and cooked food and your painful periods may stop. The diet guidelines? Raw grains, raw vegetables, raw fruit. No fat, no meat, no eggs.
info_outlineAre there valid reasons to avoid coconut oil, meat, milk or water? Should coconuts be off the menu?
My clients occasionally do see problems with coconuts (and I do too). Sometimes it’s the oil and sometimes issues occur with the meat or milk.
Coconuts can offer wonderful health benefits, both internally and externally, but like all things, they may not be right for YOU. Check out these questions and try going coconut-free for a few weeks before consuming again. Watch for effects in any area.
Self-experimentation is one of the cornerstones of the Paleo/Ancestral lifestyle. Here are 6 reasons to try a coconut-free experiment.