Little Choices Everyday
P3 Improve Immunity with Bell Pepper Tacos
Bell peppers contain high amounts of vitamin C and are also a great source of beta carotene, a precursor of vitamin A (retinol). Vitamin A is important for healthy skin, your mucous membranes and your immune system. Bell Pepper Tacos 4 red bell peppers 3/4 cup shredded cheese 1 lb lean ground beef or turkey 1/2 onion,…
Immune-Boosting Ginger Lemon Green Tea
Ginger Lemon Green Tea 2 cups water 2 green tea bags 1 lemon, juiced 1 tsp fresh ginger, peeled and chopped 1/8 tsp cinnamon 1/8 tsp turmeric 1/4 tsp honey In a pot over medium heat bring the water, green tea bags, lemon juiced, chopped ginger, cinnamon, tumeric and honey to a boil. Once boiling…
Simple Roasted Almonds with Sea Salt
Simple Roasted Almonds with Sea Salt 5 cups raw, whole almonds 2 tablespoons olive oil 1 1/2-2 teaspoons sea salt Instructions Heat oven to 375 degrees and Add almonds to a bowl. Add olive oil and mix until all the nuts are well coated. Transfer to a prepared baking sheet, spreading the nuts in a single layer. Bake at 375 for…
Tuna Salad for Immune Health & Weight Loss
Tuna Salad 4 (5oz) Cans Albacore Tuna 1 Cucumber, sliced 1 tomato, sliced 1/2 Cup olives Handful Fresh Parsley – chopped 3 Garlic Cloves – grated 1 Tablespoon Dried Italian Seasoning 1/4 Cup Olive Oil 1 Tablespoon Red or White Wine Vinegar Salt/Pepper Drain canned tuna and prep all other ingredients. Combine ingredients in a…
P2 Tea to Help Combat Colds and Reduce Inflammation
Green tea contains flavonoids, which may reduce the risk of a cold and strengthen the immune system. Flavonoids are a type of antioxidant, and all-important in combatting COVID as well as other colds. Green tea is a good source of L-theanine, an amino acid that may aid in the production of germ-fighting compounds in your T…
Bee Pollen—an All-Around Dietary Supplement
Bee pollen contains an enormous amount of essential vitamins and minerals, helping nourish the body. It’s a must for those with unhealthy eating habits! Bee pollen is so full of nutrients that it alone could sustain human life! It’s been said that bee pollen has everything we need to survive—so many nutrients jammed in the…
See Significant Mood Changes with Spinach
If you’ve ever found bliss in a bite of chocolate or smiled when someone offered you a french fry, then you know food can make you happy. But while it’s true that your favorite treat may give you a brief emotional lift, sustained mood-boosting brainpower can only come from a consistent supply of nutritious foods.…
Sleep Part 1, Why It’s Important
The Benefits of Getting the Right Amount of Sleep Everyone knows by now that if they don’t get enough sleep, they usually feel tired and irritable the next day, and that having a good night’s sleep makes them feel better. Why then is most of the population NOT getting enough sleep? Scientists are now seeing…
Sleep Part 2, How to Fall Asleep!
Tips for How to Get a Good Night’s Sleep Darkness: Make sure your room is completely dark. Any light can hinder the production of a hormone called melatonin that helps you fall and stay asleep. Black-out blinds or simply using night shades over your eyes will make a huge difference in your sleep quality. Temperature: …
Getting some sleep, the natural way!
I used to take over an hour to fall asleep or I’d wake up at 2:00 am and be awake for hours almost every night – this is a common complaint for women going through the change. The amount of sleep you get can affect your mood. It a horrible daily cycle, and unfortunately, all…
Sleep for Body and Brain Detoxification
We all know that when we don’t get enough sleep, we usually feel tired and irritable the next day, and that having a good night’s sleep makes us feel better. That is partly because sleep reduces stress. Our bodies produce less stress hormones while sleeping. All hormones and chemicals that govern our body are affected…
Sleep Plays a Critical Role in Your Immune Health
A strong immune system doesn’t just protect your health, it helps eliminate your body’s internal stress. When your immune system is calm and supported, your mind is much more at ease. OVERCOMING THE SLEEP-STRESS CYCLE Sleep and stress go hand-in-hand. When you’re stressed, you can’t sleep. When you can’t sleep, you’re stressed. But when you…
