Posted by Cassandra Stirling
Top Spring Foods to Boost your Alkalinity
1. Blueberries are the king of dietary fiber, antioxidants, manganese, and vitamin C. They have also been shown to help reset insulin sensitivity. Although it depends on geographic location, in warm climates, blueberries start to ripen in the spring. The health benefits of blueberries are extensive and they are lower in sugar than most fruits. Try adding them to oatmeal, granola, salads or your morning smoothies. Make sure when purchasing blueberries that they are
ripe as they do not continue to ripen after harvesting. Do not wash them until ready to eat as this will speed up deterioration. In addition, keep them refrigerated. They should last up to 2 weeks if they are freshly picked. If this is not the case, eat them as soon as possible or freeze them. Read more...
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Apr
2012
Posted by Cassandra Stirling
Still not sure what to give that special someone for Christmas? Why not give them the gift of health. Many people are too busy with the hustle and bustle of life to take the time to investigate simple ways that they can improve their health. They don’t invest enough in their own health and before they know it, their state of wellness is on the decline. If you know someone like this, don’t waste money buying them fancy clothes and needless indulgences. Do them a favor and get them something that will benefit them from the inside out. Take a look at my top 10 suggestions. Read more...
19
Dec
2011
Posted by Cassandra Stirling
Tis the Holiday Season and there is no shortage of sweets and treats on the go. People have started their holiday baking and cookie exchanges are well under way. Boxes of chocolates and eggnog are flying off the shelves. There are Christmas parties for work, for kids, for various organizations…you name it, and Christmas is still two weeks away. You may find yourself in many situations where sugary foods are around or being offered to you more than usual. It may be tempting to have a cookie or piece of cake here and there and in many cases you may even feel bad passing it up, however these homemade and store bought baked goods can wreak havoc on your health and your alkalinity. Read more...
09
Dec
2011
Posted by Cassandra Stirling
October is National Pizza Month! Who doesn't like pizza? It's definitely one of my favorite foods. When most people think of pizza they think of a high calorie, fattening, meat and cheese feast. Eating pizza can certainly be fattening, highly acidic and processed if you choose the unhealthiest options, however it doesn't have to be that way. You can still enjoy pizza while living an alkaline lifestyle. Try making some healthy substitutions using the tips below to change your pizza from an acidic one to a delicious alkaline one. Read more...
10
Oct
2011
Posted by Cassandra Stirling
August is National Water Quality Month and since we are nearing the end of August, it seems like a fitting time to
conclude this month with a brief look at a very important topic to the Alkaline Lifestyle: Alkaline Water. Read more...
30
Aug
2011
Posted by Cassandra Stirling
Every morning I like to start my day with a fresh green smoothie. Alkalizing greens and fresh veggies are a great way to start the day and keep you energized. I usually buy enough fresh organic produce from the farmers market to last all week in my smoothies. The darker the greens the more better they are for you. Greens contain chlorophyll, which is extremely alkalizing. Most people do not get enough greens in their diet so green smoothies are a great way get your daily fix. They are also high in fiber because the pulp is included. Read more...
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Aug
2011
