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5 foods to boost your mood

I’ve been working to a pretty tight deadline this week, which has meant several long days at my desk. It’s been pretty tiring work and I must confess that I’ve been reaching for the coffee pot and the biscuit tin one too many times.

I’ve noticed that my intake of sugary, caffeine-filled foods and drinks has been making me feel jittery and on edge. I’m also pretty tired and struggling to focus. I’ve therefore decided to give my diet an overhaul and do a bit of research into foods which are said to help boost your mood naturally. I hope you and I will both benefit from what I’ve learned.

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Originally posted on July 24, 2012 @ 2:18 pm

Make Being Vegetarian Easy With Recipe Finder

Vegetarianism is a worthy idea to consider, not because it is the fashionable thing to do, but because it does bring about a lot of benefits. I am not out to convince you to become a vegetarian. People who are actually engaged in the practice are in a better position to do that. However, I do know that one of the challenges of turning vegetarian is in finding dishes that will satisfy both the tastebuds and the appetite, while at the same time sticking to vegetarian-friendly ingredients.

Of course, you can always go for your favorite veggies and tofu, but after a while, don’t you want to try out different flavors and textures? If you cook a lot (well, let’s say enough to have to look for new recipes), and you want to make your shift to vegetarianism a tad easier, I’ve got something up my sleeve. Being vegetarian does not have to equate to less tasty food. In fact, you can have things that look (and taste) this good!

Vegetarian Lettuce Wraps
Vegetarian Lettuce Wraps

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Originally posted on October 7, 2011 @ 2:32 pm

Can Activated Charcoal Boost Your Immune System?

Taking activated charcoal has a plethora of benefits. Because of its potent detoxification properties, it helps flush toxins, heavy metals, and other unwanted substances out of the body. In other words, it helps cleanse your gut, reset your internal organs, and boost your immune system.

There are several ways you can incorporate activated charcoal in your daily life. Read on, below.

1. As a remedy for gas and bloating

If you feel that your digestion is off, activated charcoal may help soothe pain associated with mild indigestion.

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It’s available in ready-to-drink capsules but can also be taken in powder form. Try mixing a teaspoon of activated charcoal powder in your water or even breakfast smoothie.

2. As a teeth whitener

For yellowing teeth, try using toothpaste infused with activated charcoal. Much like toxins in your body, it binds onto and effectively remove plaque, food debris, and other surface stains. As a result, you get visibly whiter and cleaner looking teeth.

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Activated charcoal also helps restore the natural pH balance in your mouth, thereby preventing cavities and bad breath.

3. As a facial mask

There are many skincare products and clay masks infused with activated charcoal, although you can easily DIY it at home. For oily or acne-prone skin, it helps decongest sebum-clogged pores, slough away dead skin cells, and eliminate harmful bacteria.

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Incorporating activated charcoal in your skincare routine can help give you visibly radiant, even-toned skin and a smoother complexion.

4. As water filtration

Tap water may contain harmful chemicals and toxins. Using an activated charcoal water filter can help purify the water in your home, making it safe to drink.

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Studies also show that activated charcoal filters removes some fluoride in water. Avoiding fluoride may lead to better immune functioning and improved internal organ health.

As with all other supplements, do consult with your physician or healthcare professional as to how much and how often you should take activated charcoal. Moreover, always listen to your body and see if this is something you do need in your daily life.

3 Easy Dinner Meals That Help Sleep

Common wisdom was that breakfast was the most important meal of the day. That has been questioned in recent times and challenged in a lot of ways. Today, many people are more interested in the last meal of the day and how it might impact their sleep. Sleep has taken center stage with a lot of people who are finally starting to realize just how important it is and how much it plays a role in restoring our health and making us more productive. A great meal, a sleep routine, and a quality mattress may be the perfect recipe for a food night’s sleep. [Read more…] about 3 Easy Dinner Meals That Help Sleep