Gut Health Problems February 2018

A 5-PART GUIDE ON THE AMAZING HEALTH BENEFITS OF PROBIOTICS 

Issue 13 I February 2018 

8 SIMPLE TIPS FOR 

RELIEVING YOUR 

Constipation 

6 TIPS FOR AVOIDING 

TRAVELER’S 

DIARRHEA 

4 Foods Rich In Enzymes 

THAT BOOST DIGESTION 

5 

CANCER CAUSING SNACKS 

TO KEEP AWAY FROM 

YOUR KIDS 

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5 DELICIOUS CHERRY RECIPES THAT PROVIDE A MELATONIN BOOST

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CONTENTS 

ISSUE 13 I FEB2018 

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7 COMMON QUESTIONS 

ABOUT FIBER ANSWERED 

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4 FOODS RICH IN 

ENZYMES THAT 

BOOST DIGESTION 

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5 CANCER-CAUSING 

SNACKS TO KEEP AWAY 

FROM YOUR KIDS 

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6 TIPS FOR AVOIDING 

TRAVELER’S DIARRHEA 

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A 5-PART GUIDE 

ON THE AMAZING 

HEALTH BENEFITS 

OF PROBIOTICS 

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8 SIMPLE TIPS FOR 

RELIEVING YOUR 

CONSTIPATION 

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5 DELICIOUS CHERRY 

RECIPES THAT PROVIDE 

A MELATONIN BOOST

ISSUE 13 I FEB2018 

9 NATURAL REMEDIES 

FOR BLOATING AND 

WATER RETENTION 

4 EFFECTIVE TIPS FOR 

YOUNGER SKIN USING 

GOOD GUT HEALTH 

6 FOODS THAT CAN 

DETOX HEAVY METALS 

60 99 

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5 WAYS TO ENHANCE 

YOUR KIDS’ IMMUNE 

SYSTEMS WHILE 

TRAVELING 

4 FOODS WITH POTENT 

ANTI-INFLAMMATORY 

PROPERTIES 

69 106 

76 89 113 

10 FOODS THAT 

WILL HELP YOU EAT 

HEALTHY AGAIN 

7 TIPS FOR EATING OUT 

WITHOUT GMOS 

3 REASONS YOU SHOULD 

DRINK WATER AS SOON 

AS YOU WAKE UP

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Issue 13 

FEBRUARY 2018 

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Welcome to the February 2018 

issue of Gut Health Problems! We 

hope you had great January and 

are looking forward to the last true 

month of winter. Before we get into 

the beginning of spring, this set of 

content will give you much needed 

advice for handling any gut issues 

you might have. 

In the last issue, you learned yoga 

poses to fight bloating, aphrodisiac 

foods to increase libido, foods to 

avoid if you have arthritis, and 

more. We talked about natural food 

sources for healthy eyes, tasty detox 

drinks for losing weight, and nutrient 

hacks to help you sleep better. In 

this release, get ready to learn easy 

tips to relieve constipation, healthy 

foods to end unhealthy cravings, 

natural remedies to water retention 

and bloating, and more. 

Depending on how much you love 

food, you may still be recovering 

from the effects of Thanksgiving, 

Christmas, and the new year. No 

worries - with our guides and tips, 

you’ll be well on your way to not only 

reversing that weight gain, but also 

improving your gut health. Thanks 

for reading, and be sure to have 

check out our next issue! 

Regards, 

Susan Barnes 

SUSAN BARNES 

Editor 

Gut Health Problems Magazine 


7 COMMON 

QUESTIONS ABOUT 

FIBER 

ANSWERED 

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Susan Barnes 

A diet that includes fiber-rich 

foods can help prevent diabetes 

and heart disease. This article 

answers the frequently asked 

questions about fiber. 

Some people may experience 

an issue with their digestive 

system when they eat foods 

that are filled with fiber and 

it can lead to discomfort. 

You may find that you are running to 

the bathroom frequently and gas may 

be your constant companion. In reality, 

however, fiber is good for you and you 

just need to understand some easy to 

learn fiber guidelines to make the most 

of it. In this article, we will help to put 

aside any of the differences we may 

have experienced with fiber in the past 

and learn to live peacefully with it. 

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Eliminating GMOs from your diet is quiet a challenge especially when you eat out. Read on for practical tips 

you can do to go GMO-free when eating out. 

 

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WHAT EXACTLY IS FIBER? 

The roughage of the plant is what 

is known as fiber. It is found in fruits and 

vegetables, grains, nuts and seeds and 

beans and it is not digested. So why is it 

necessary to eat things that contain fiber? 

It’s for the reason that it is not digested. 

When you eat fiber, your digestive system 

is cleaned and it helps to remove everything 

from excess cholesterol and toxins to 

hormones and waste. Fiber also creates 

a number of benefits to your health, including 

balancing out your intestinal bacteria 

and keeping your colon healthy. In 

addition, eating food that has a lot of fiber 

builds up your immune system, helps 

control your weight, reduces diabetes 

and heart disease and can improve your 

health in many other ways. 


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WHAT IS INSOLUBLE 

AND SOLUBLE FIBER? 

The type of fiber that absorbs liquids and is 

digested by the bacteria in your intestines 

is soluble fiber. As it is digested, it ferments 

and gas is produced in your digestive tract, 

which is an important factor for the health 

of your colon. When you eat soluble fiber, 

it also keeps you full and lowers your bad 

cholesterol levels. You often have to try 

harder to get soluble fiber in your diet but 

some ways to do so include flax and Chia 

seeds, oats, beans, barley, psyllium, lentils 

and the majority of fruits and berries. 

When you include insoluble fiber in your 

diet, something that is found in the skins 

of fruits and vegetables, wheat bran, rice 

and rye, it has a laxative effect. It doesn’t 

dissolve easily in water so it adds bulk to 

the waste traveling through your intestines. 

You will find that your bowel movements 

are a lot healthier and you will have 

them up to twice a day. 

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WHAT IS THE AMOUNT OF FIBER 

YOU SHOULD BE EATING? 

Most people do not eat nearly as much fiber 

as they should in order to boost their 

health to optimum levels. For the prevention 

of diseases, a minimum of 14 g of fiber 

is necessary in every 1000 cal eaten, so you 

need to eat a 30 g daily if you are a man and 

25 g daily if you are a woman. Most people 

who are considered authorities on health, 

recommend eating additional fiber to improve 

your health and well-being. On average, 

however, American intake of fiber is 

about 50% of the recommended amount, or 

up to 18 g daily for men and 14 for women. 

It is also important for children to eat fiber. 

They don’t eat as much food that includes 

fiber. Overall, however, their health 

relies on eating fiber so they should have 

a good mixture of insoluble fiber from 

vegetables, wheat and rice and soluble fiber 

from seeds, berries and beans. If your 

child is having a problem with loose stools, 

it is typically the first sign that they don’t 

have a proper balance of fiber or they are 

getting too much. 

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WHAT IS THE CONNECTION 

BETWEEN GAS, INDIGESTION, 

AND FIBER? 

You may experience some bloating and 

gas when you increase your total fiber intake 

abruptly. This is due to soluble fiber 

fermenting in your digestive tract, leading 

to those problems. When soluble fiber is 

undigested, it is broken down by the bacteria 

in the gut and you experience gas. 

Perhaps you remember the song about 

beans being the musical fruit. The soluble 

fiber in beans is very high but foods such 

as lettuce are made up mostly of insoluble 

fiber. It doesn’t matter if you eat beans or 

not, however, most people break wind up 

to 21 times daily. 


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HOW DOES FIBER BENEFIT 

DIGESTIVE DISORDERS? 

Digestive disorders, such as IBS, have an 

impact on the intestinal gassiness and how 

quickly it moves through the digestive system 

as well as leading to problems with 

discomfort and bloating. In a similar way 

to someone just starting out on a fiber-rich 

diet, individuals who have these sensitivities 

or other problems with their digestive 

systems should not eat a lot of fiber 

suddenly but rather, they should gradually 

increase their fiber intake and aim for 

a balance. Flax or Chia seeds are soluble 

fibers that can help to soften stools and 

make it possible to have a movement with 

limited discomfort. When you eat cruciferous 

or raw vegetables, you may find that 

it provides some challenge for those who 

have digestive problems. If you experience 

these problems, cook the vegetables or eat 

smaller quantities. 

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HOW DO I AVOID CONSTIPATION? 

Along with the bloating and gas, constipation may be a problem but you can increase 

the fluid you are drinking to avoid that problem. Dehydration causes the body 

to remove food from the waste in your digestive tract so you have a more difficult time 

passing a bowel movement. Women should shoot for 2 L of water daily and men should 

have at least 3 L. When you drink half of your body weight in ounces of water it can help, 

such as a 200 pound person drinking 100 ounces daily. 

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WHAT ARE ADDITIONAL 

CAUSES OF GAS? 

There are many things that can increase 

the production of gas such as smoking, 

eating quickly, not chewing thoroughly, 

carbonated beverages, chewing gum, lactose 

intolerance, too much fructose, too 

many beans, cauliflower, broccoli or cabbage. 

Raffinose is found in foods such as 

beans and it is difficult to digest. You can 

use a seaweed, kombu, to help break down 

raffinose and make it easily digestible. 

Eating too many fatty foods may also 

cause digestive discomfort and additional 

bloating. Even if you are eating 

healthier fat foods, it can cause your 

stomach to stay full longer and cause 

the foods to transit rapidly through 

your digestive tract. As a result, you 

may feel uncomfortable and gassy. 

In order to prevent disease and improve 

your health, you should get more fiber in 

your diet. It can also benefit your digestive 

system. Building your diet around healthy 

foods such as fruit, vegetables, whole 

grains, legumes, seeds and nuts will help 

you get more fiber in your diet. Using a 

fiber supplement, on the other hand, may 

not provide you with the phytochemicals 

and macronutrients along with the natural 

source of water found in plant foods 

so try to get your fiber from whole foods. 


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A 5-PART GUIDE ON THE 

AMAZING HEALTH BENEFITS 

OF PROBIOTICS 

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by 

Michael Hall 

Probiotics promote a healthy balance of gut bacteria and have been linked to a 

wide range of health benefits. Read on to know more about these benefits! 

To break it down, probiotic 

means “for life” or if you will, 

“promoting life”. Of course, 

this sounds good, however, 

you may wonder if they’re not 

just some New Age gimmick of if there 

isn’t some scientific basis out there that 

gives them all these health benefits. Probiotics 

are basically live microorganisms 

that may be eaten via fermented foods and 

supplements. As more studies are done, 

they show that there is a need to balance 

the gut bacteria, this is linked to your 

overall health and the chance of disease. 

Probiotics will promote a healthy gut bacteria 

balance and they’ve been linked to a 

wide array of health benefits. These health 

benefits include weight loss, improved immune 

function, digestive health, and more. 

Here is an overview of the key benefits to 

health as they are linked to probiotic use. 


Unhealthy food cravings can be a challenge to deal with. This article lists down the top foods that will 

help you put a stop on your unhealthy cravings. 

 


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REDUCE ALLERGENS 

AS WELL AS ECZEMA 

Some probiotics might improve the condition 

of eczema in infants and children. 

Per one study, eczema improved in infants 

who were given probiotics in their 

milk, infants that didn’t have the probiotics 

didn’t show any improvement. Another 

study showed that women who had probiotics 

while pregnant had a lower issue 

of a child with eczema. This study showed 

that children are at an 83% lower rate of 

developing eczema if their mothers are 

using probiotics while pregnant. 

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LOSE WEIGHT AND BELLY FAT 

There are many approaches to lose 

weight and belly fat, probiotics are one of 

these ways. A good example is that probiotics 

may prevent the body from absorbing 

dietary fats in the intestinal tract. Fats 

will then be excreted via the feces in lieu 

of being stored long-term in the body. 

Probiotics may make a person feel full 

longer and it may help them to burn off 

more calories and reduce their fat storage. 

This is caused by hormones such as GLP-1. 

Probiotics may also help a person to lose 

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weight. In a study of dieting women taking Lactobacillus rhamnosus for up to 3 months, 

they lost up to 50% more weight than a woman who didn’t take any probiotics. In another 

study, 210 people took lower doses of Lactobacillus gasseri for as long as to 12 weeks 

which resulted in a belly fat loss of 8.5%. 

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REDUCED RISK OF DIARRHEA 

Probiotics have long been known 

to reduce the risk of diarrhea and reduce 

the severity of diarrhea. Diarrhea is a typical 

side effect of antibiotics. The antibiotics 

negatively affect the balance of good 

and bad gut bacteria. Many studies have 

suggested that using probiotics reduces 

the risk of diarrhea in antibiotic use. 

Per one study, researchers have discovered 

that probiotics can greatly reduce the 

incidence of diarrhea in use of antibiotics 

by up to 42%. Probiotics can help to reduce 

other incidences of antibiotics in other 

conditions. Larger studies have found that 

some strains of probiotics may also reduce 

the length of time that infectious diarrhea 

lingers by as much as 25 hours. Probiotics 

can also reduce the incidence of traveler’s 

diarrhea by as much as 8 percent. They may 

also reduce the risk of diarrhea from other 

incidences by up to 57% in children and as 

much as 26% in adults. 


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HELPS TO KEEP 

THE HEART HEALTHY 

Probiotics may also help to lower the LDL 

or bad cholesterol and improve blood 

pressure. Lactic acid-producing bacteria 

may also reduce the cholesterol by helping 

to break down the bile in the gut. Bile 

is a fluid that occurs naturally and is mostly 

made up of cholesterol to aid in digestion. 

When bile is broken down, the probiotics 

can keep the body from reabsorbing it into 

the gut where it can go into the bloodstream 

and turn back into cholesterol. In a 5 study 

review, eating probiotics in yogurt for 2 to 8 

weeks can reduce the total amount of cholesterol 

by up to 4% and the LDL by as much 

as 5%. In another study, that was done over 

six months, it was found that there were no 

changes in LDL. However, the researchers 

found that there was a small improvement in 

the HDL or the good cholesterol. 

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SUPPORTS A BALANCE 

OF GUT BACTERIA 

Probiotics have good bacteria and live organisms 

that improve the health when 

consumed. The benefits are a direct result 

of the probiotics to restore the balance 

of the gut bacteria all naturally. 

This imbalance means that there is an 

overabundance of bad bacteria and too 

low of a ratio of the good bacteria. This 

can happen from illness, antibiotics, and 

medications as well as from poor diets. 

The consequences may result in serious 

digestive issues, mental health issues, 

allergies, obesity and other health 

issues. Probiotics are typically found in 

foods that are fermented or they can be 

taken as supplements. Moreover, they 

are safe for just about everyone to take. 

If you’re having any of the above-mentioned 

health issues, it’s vital that you consume 

plenty of probiotics. Many of the 

studies have shown that there are great 

health benefits when 1 billion to 100 billion 

colony forming units are taken per 

day. There are a lot of probiotics in a variety 

of foods and supplements. Probiotics 

are also found in fermented dairy products 

like yogurt and milk. 

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4 FOODS RICH IN 

ENZYMES THAT 

BOOST DIGESTION 

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Susan Barnes 

Digestive enzymes help you 

break down food that can be 

absorbed by every cell in your 

body. Read on to know the 

enzyme-rich foods that you 

can pack on! 

Enzymes play a vital 

role in virtually every 

metabolic function in 

the body. These proteins 

are required for 

respiration of food materials, digestion, 

as well as DNA synthesis, 

hence quite important. According 

to research, the human body has 

at least 3000 unique enzymes that 

take care of over 7000 enzymatic 

reactions. Your body would be 

useless without these proteins. 

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Anti-inflammatory foods fight inflammation and restore health at a cellular level. Check out this article for a 

list of these foods you must keep at home. 

 


Most of the mentioned enzymes are obtained 

from the foods we eat. Many diet 

plans today, however, contains foods devoid 

of these enzymes, which puts your 

body and health at risk. Many health complications 

witnessed today are as a result 

of less than adequate enzymes in the body. 

Focusing on foods high in enzymes can, 

therefore, help treat as well as prevent 

most of these conditions from surfacing. 

Discussed below are 4 of the enzyme-rich 

foods to add to your diet plan. 

1 PAPAYA 

The papaya fruit is rich in the enzyme 

papain, a proteolytic enzyme essentially 

needed for digestion. Papain is 

especially required for the breakdown 

of proteins from meat into individual 

amino acids. Amino acids are the main 

body building blocks, hence needed for 

cell and tissue growth and repair. Have a 

slice of papaya at least 30 minutes before 

eating an animal protein based meal. 

2 PINEAPPLES 

The pineapple fruit and stem is a 

rich source of bromelain. Bromelain is the 

enzyme needed for the digestion of food 

materials, and especially animal proteins. 

Unlike papain, bromelain is needed for 

other enzymatic reactions such as fighting 

inflammation, tumor growth, excessive coagulation, 

etc. Having a slice of pineapple 

every day is therefore vital for improved 

health and functionality. It would be wise 

to have a slice of pineapple at 30 minutes 

to 1 hour before having the main meal. 


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BEE POLLEN 

Bee pollen is one of nature’s complete foods. Organic honey contains almost all 

essential nutrients needed for proper cell and tissue development. Some of the enzymes 

found in bee pollen include catalase, amylase, cytochrome, cozymase, dehydrogenase, diaphorase, 

pectase, diastase, and phosphatase. Bee pollen can be consumed whole or mixed 

with other foods to make smoothies, superfood snacks, and oatmeal. Individuals allergic to 

bee pollen should, however, go slow on this remedy. 

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FERMENTED VEGETABLES 

Food fermentation was discovered 

many centuries ago as a means of preserving 

vegetables for later use. The Roman 

Empire used sauerkraut barrels for 

their troops, which would prevent soldiers 

from intestinal infections during extended 

excursions. Fermented vegetables 

are not only an excellent source of vital 

nutrients but also contain live enzymes 

and probiotics. This makes it an exceptional 

way of introducing all the healthy 

microbes and enzymes to your digestive 

system. Fermented vegetables can be 

eaten alongside other meals, or alone as 

a way to improve digestion and health. 

Foods rich in enzymes are known to improve 

digestive health. Other foods that 

contain vital enzymes include mango, 

melons, grapes, kiwi, raw honey, avocado, 

kefir, coconut water, and wheatgrass 

juice. The best and recommended way 

of improving enzyme population in your 

body is consuming most of your foods 

raw. Vegetable salads and fermented 

foods would be your best pick for this. 

Cooking your meals on low heat is another 

way to preserve the delicate proteins. 

Sprouted legumes and seeds are considered 

the most abundant source of enzymes 

for human consumption. This is because 

sprouting increases enzyme concentration 

in these foods, thus making them loaded 

with amino acids and enzyme co-factors. 

Have these once in a while to boost your 

body’s enzyme population. 

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8 SIMPLE 

TIPS FOR 

RELIEVING 

YOUR 

CONSTIPATION 

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by 

Michael Hall 

Constipation is a common problem 

that affects many people. Listed in 

this article are easy tips that you 

can follow to avoid suffering from 

the condition. 

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Bloating is an uncomfortable symptom that you experience due to a wide range of causes. Check out 

this list of natural remedies to fix this condition! 

 


Constipation is a common problem 

that people of every age 

are affected by, but it is more 

common during pregnancy 

and in older adults. It causes 

you to be unable to pass stools on a regular 

basis or not be able to empty your 

bowel completely. It may also cause you 

to have lumpy and hard stools, in addition 

to them being unusually small or 

large. How severe the constipation problem 

is will vary from one individual to 

the next. Those who suffer from chronic 

constipation suffer from significant discomfort 

and pain, while others may only experience 

constipation for brief periods of time. 

Constipation, in most cases, resolves itself, 

without having any risks to your health 

or needing any treatment. Treating longer-term 

or recurring constipation may require 

lifestyle changes, like drinking more 

water, eating more fiber and doing more 

exercise. The following are some useful 

tips you can use to prevent constipation 

from occurring. 


1 

TAKE PREBIOTICS 

There are numerous scientific studies 

that discuss the effectiveness of nonstart 

polysaccharides and resistant starch 

for metabolic and digestive health. The 

most effective measure is using the absolute 

smallest dose of around 1/16 teaspoon 

of potato starch. The dose can then be increased 

by around 1/16th of a teaspoon 

each week; just pay attention to what your 

body is saying. It may take you months to 

get up to one tablespoon. When you take 

more than one tablespoon, it doesn’t really 

provide any extra benefits, so you might as 

well stick to around one tablespoon per day. 

Another thing you can do is try eating regular 

potatoes or sweet potatoes on a regular 

basis that have been cooked first and 

then cooled (it is a 3 type resistant starch), 

in addition to recipes with plantains and 

green bananas in them. Most people are 

aware of how important it is to eat soluble 

fiber that comes from plant matter. So 

you should also eat plenty of vegetables 

on a daily basis. 

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TAKE PROBIOTICS SUPPLEMENTS 

There have been several studies that 

have shown that intestinal transit time can 

be decreased by probiotics (that is how 

much time it takes for the matter to travel 

through your digestive tract) in individuals 

who are constipated. You can try out various 

brands of probiotics; there are probiotics 

and prebiotics. It is very important 

to remember that you need to start out at 

a dose that is much lower than what the 

bottles recommend and work up to a higher 

dose over the course of several months. 

That will help to avoid more problems being 

caused than you have already. 

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3 

TAKE GLYCERIN SUPPOSITORIES 

There are some people who avoid 

suppositories as if they were the plague. 

However, when it comes to glycerin suppositories, 

they have been safe and successful 

anecdotally for quite some time 

for individuals who have chronic constipation. 

They work as well for those with dysfunction 

within the motility of their lower 

gastrointestinal tract and also pelvic floor 

dysfunction. Unfortunately, there is an 

insufficient amount of clinical trials for 

backing up the finding, so if you are interested 

in using this approach then you 

will need to do your homework and read 

the anecdotal evidence and then decide 

whether or not it is an appropriate strategy 

for you. 

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OBSERVE PROPER POSTURE 

Within the paleo community, the Squatty Potty has been discussed for quite some 

time as an excellent bathroom aide. Although the Squatty Potty may be able to place you 

in the optimal position, it can also really help to put anything underneath your feet while 

going to the bathroom. If you have enough money to purchase a Squatty Potty, then great. 

However, if you don’t, then you can go a long way by using a pile of books or a step stool. 

Squatting allows the puborectalis muscle to relax, which is one of the muscles attached 

to the pubic bone (symphysis) and then loops around the rectum so that the rectum is 

in a poop-friendly and straightened position. When you sit on the toilet in the same way 

that you sit on a chair you are forced to eliminate “around the bend” in the rectum, which 

isn’t the ideal way. In general, your puborectalis muscle is your friend, given that it is 

just one more way to keep you from having untimely bathroom surprises as part of your 

daily life. 


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SET TIME ASIDE 

This is an important point that is frequently 

neglected when discussing constipation. 

If you have a tendency to have 

bowel movements during the morning but 

only give yourself 15 minutes to take a 

shower, dress, and shovel food into your 

face, then that isn’t an effective strategy 

to improve your bowel habits. No matter 

what your personal bathroom clock 

is, it is very important for you to set aside 

time consistently to take care of business. 

That lets your body get into a habit, 

and will require less effort for you to get 

things moving along on a regular basis. 

When you take the time it also enables your 

parasympathetic system to start kicking in 

so that the rest-and-digest functions are 

taken care of. When you are constantly on 

the go, your body isn’t primed for taking 

care of this kind of bodily function. Quite 

often the end part of the digestive process, 

similar to the beginning, will work better if 

you can take a few minutes to allow your 

mind and body to relax. 

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KEEP MOVING 

There have been studies that have 

shown that when an individual with chronic 

constipation move on a regular basis it 

can improve bowel emptying and increase 

colonic transit time. In a majority of these 

studies, “regular exercise” is considered to 

be something such as walking briskly for 

30 minutes a day, which is very reasonable. 

That is especially true since it doesn’t 

need to be done all at once, or necessarily 

need to be a walk. Simply being active 

in some way throughout the day such as 

rowing, lifting weights, doing yoga, etc. can 

really help. 

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CONSIDER FOOD INTOLERANCES 

Like with all health problems that are hard to treat, it is very important to consider 

the possibility that you might have a food intolerance. Although most individuals who 

are on a primal or paleo type of plan have removed grains and maybe dairy from their 

diets already, it may be beneficial to consider other food irritant sources. You might 

have never guessed that eating apples were a problem for you or the grains that you 

eat. You might really like apples, but you will need to stop eating them until you see an 

improvement in your gut health. 

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KEEP YOURSELF HYDRATED 

Although most nutrient absorption 

occurs within the small intestine, a majority 

of water absorption occurs within the 

colon. That is one of the reasons why diarrhea 

is watery, which reduces time inside 

the colon. If you have low water intake, 

your body will attempt to absorb as 

much water as possible from your gastrointestinal 

tract. What will remain is lots 

of dry, hard stool that is difficult to pass. 

Some individuals, which includes some 

healthcare professionals, attempt to pass 

off drinking water as if it was a magical cure 

for constipation. However, it isn’t true for 

everyone. But the converse is true: when 

you are dehydrated it can derail even the 

best efforts at relieving your constipation. 

Usually, constipation occurs due to the 

colon absorbing too much water from the 

food you have consumed. Common constipation 

causes include aging, certain medications, 

and physical inactivity. Some constipation 

cases may be relieved by making 

changes to your lifestyle, especially changes 

to your diet. Keep in mind that you 

should only use laxatives as the last resort 

for constipation relief. The tips above that 

we have provided you with will really help 

to prevent you from getting constipation. 


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KEEP 

5 CANCER-CAUSING SNACKS TO 

AWAY FROM YOUR 

KIDS 

by 

Susan Barnes 

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Do you know that food coloring has petroleum content? Here are the top snacks 

that your kids should avoid due to its cancer-causing food coloring content. 


Dehydration can affect your bodily functions, especially your brain activity. Learn more from here why you 

need to re-hydrate first thing in the morning. 

 


Crude oil or petroleum is a 

yellow liquid often mined to 

produce motor oil and gasoline. 

Aside from producing 

gasoline, petroleum is refined 

farther to produce ingredients commonly 

used in food preparation and food 

products all around the country. Children 

are among the largest consumers of petroleum-based 

food products in America 

today. These by-products come in 

the form of flavorings, preservatives for 

processed snacks, and bright food colorings. 

Red dye and yellow dye are the 

most commonly used ingredients today. 

The FDA is yet to ban the use of petroleum 

products in the American food chains, 

though many countries overseas have forbidden 

use of the same. This is because 

most of the petroleum by-products are 

known to have serious health implications 

for the user. Artificial food dye used in 

most processed food products pose serious 

health risks such as cancer, hyperactivity, 

obesity, asthma, allergic reactions, 

hypoglycemia, chromosomal damage, 

congenital disabilities and organ damage. 

Food dyes are also known to contain impurities 

that tend to have unexpected health 

implications for consumers. The European 

Union and the British government 

were among the first countries to ban the 

use of artificial food dyes back in 2009. 

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Yellow #5, red #40, and yellow #6 are some of the most commonly used food dyes today. 

These dyes are used in a wide variety of applications including on oranges to provide 

an appealing uniform color. Red #40 has proven to cause an autoimmune disorder 

in mice and hyperactivity in young children. Yellow #5 is also linked to various health 

effects including organ damage, adrenal tumors, and hypersensitivity in children. Discussed 

below are foods that contain some of these carcinogenic substances that ought 

to be avoided, children in particular. 

1 

POP TARTS 

Pop tarts are not only loaded with 

artificial sweeteners but also contain tons 

of carcinogenic ingredients. A review posted 

on the Kellogg website shows that frosted 

strawberry is loaded with high fructose 

corn syrup, corn syrup, sugars, and dextrose. 

This is way too much sugar for a 

young developing child, and a key contributor 

to childhood diabetes, liver problems, 

and sugar addiction. These treats also contain 

TBHQ, a petroleum-based by-product 

that causes cellular dysfunction and damages 

the DNA. Other health issues linked 

to pop tarts include liver enlargement, vision 

loss, tumors, convulsions, paralysis, 

and neurotoxic effects. 

2 

FRUIT SNACKS 

Although most fruit-based snacks are 

marketed as healthy, many of these are loaded 

with artificial food colorings. Red #5, one 

of the most commonly used synthetic food 

coloring contains toxic properties known to 

cause thyroid tumors. This coloring has been 

banned in many countries, though found in 

plenty in some of the ‘healthy’ products such 

as jam cereal bars. Most of the processed 

fruit snacks have zero nutrition hence not 

recommended for children. 


3 M & MS 

M & Ms is one of the most popular 

candies in the world. It’s however not the 

healthiest choices for your children. M 

& Ms is loaded with at least five artificial 

food colorings and petroleum by-products. 

Some of these include red #40, yellow #5, 

yellow #6, and blue #2. These compounds 

have adverse effects on body cells and 

linked to hyperactivity in children, as well 

as bladder and brain tumors. These chocolates 

also contain blue #1, a compound 

known to trigger the development of malignant 

tumors as well as inhibit proper development 

of never cells. 

4 CHEETOS 

Cheetos have yellow #6 as a flavoring 

agent. It also contains ethyl methylphenidate 

and methyl benzoate that gives 

it the cheesy flavor. Cheetos also contain 

some toxic compounds that cause gastritis, 

abdominal stress, and dependency in 

both children and adults. 

5 

TEDDY GRAMS 

Although teddy grams seem harmless, 

they are loaded with TBHQ, a petroleum 

by-product. TBHQ is famous for 

causing delirium, vomiting, nausea, stomach 

cancer and anxiety in adults. The compound 

also causes symptoms of ADHD, 

restlessness, and anxiety in children. 

You will be surprised how many ‘healthy’ 

food choices of processed foods contain 

carcinogenic ingredients. Reading the fine 

print can however save you all the troubles 

in the future. There are thousands of 

healthy, all organic, and natural replacements 

for most of these snacks, fresh 

fruits, and vegetables, for example, are a 

good alternative to these products. Fresh 

veggies are not only loaded with beneficial 

nutrients, but also promote your child’s 

well-being in the long run. Other products 

you need to be careful with include shampoo, 

toothpaste, cough syrup, vitamins, 

hand creams and laundry detergents. 

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6 Tips For Avoiding 

TRAVELER’S 

DIARRHEA 

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by 

Michael Hall 

Traveler’s diarrhea is a very common problem for those 

who travel to foreign countries. Read on for some quick 

pointers on how to steer clear away from it. 

Abad stomach can ruin what would have 

been a great trip. Nobody enjoys trying to 

find a toilet or having cramps at the worst 

time. Traveler’s diarrhea is a common ailment 

that affects people who travel to foreign 

countries. Believe it or not, this common ailment 

can ruin your entire trip. Furthermore, traveler’s diarrhea 

happens in nearly half of international travelers. 

The bad news is that traveler’s diarrhea is prevalent and 

it affects around 10 million people worldwide each year. 

One of the main causes of traveler’s diarrhea is bacteria 

from water that has been contaminated, more specifically 

feces. This type of bacteria can cause a lot of damage, 

and the proper name for the bacterium is ETEC, short for 

Enterotoxigenic Escherichia coli. If you travel to developing 

countries in Latin America, Asia, the Middle East and 

Africa, then you are at a higher risk of contracting this 

bacteria. With that said, here are six tips that can help 

you prevent this type of diarrhea. 

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It’s important to keep your kids healthy while traveling. Check out this article for tips on how to boost 

your child’s immunity during their big adventure. 

 

1 

BOILED OR BOTTLED WATER 

Your best bet is to drink bottled water 

that has been properly sealed up. When 

you make coffee or tea, make sure you use 

bottled water or boil water. Never drink or 

use tap water and the same goes for well 

water, and make sure you don’t drink milk 

that hasn’t been pasteurized. 

2 

KEEP AN EYE ON THE ICE CUBES 

Travelling usually results in happy 

hour. The good news is alcoholic beverages 

tend to be safe. However, you want to order 

drinks with no ice cubes produced from tap 

water. Avoid getting ice cubes unless you 

are 100% sure it came from clean water. 

3 


DON’T USE TAP WATER 

WHEN BRUSHING YOUR TEETH 

Use bottled water when the time comes to 

brush your teeth, even though this may be 

a hassle. Never use faucet water for brushing 

your teeth. If you want to make sure 

you’re not tempted to use the faucet, then 

tie a ribbon to the faucet’s handle or tape 

a sign to the mirror. 


4 

STAY AWAY FROM UNSAFE WATER SUPPLIES 

At all costs, avoid contact with tap water that comes of water supplies that are hazardous. 

This includes fruits and other foods that have been washed with tap water that 

is potentially harmful. Feel free to use hand sanitizer before you eat if you’re not certain 

what the source of the water is. 

5 

AVOID FOOD THAT AS 

POTENTIALLY BEEN 

CONTAMINATED 

Foods you can peel are perfectly fine. 

Foods such as bananas and oranges have 

a natural protection and the chances are 

they have not come in contact with water 

that is harmful. Make sure you don’t get 

food from street vendors because there is 

a high risk of the food being contaminated 

and you do not want to eat contaminated 

food. If ordering meat or seafood, make 

sure it is properly cooked. Never eat meat 

that has been under-cooked. 

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6 

KEEP HANDS AWAY FROM MOUTH 

You can prevent ingestion of bacteria 

via contaminated hands by keeping 

your hands away from your mouth. On that 

note, use soap and clean water to wash your 

hands regularly, especially while you’re eating. 

Hand sanitizer will do the trick when 

you don’t have access to water and soap. 

Taking probiotics is another good idea. There 

is research that shows that certain strains of 

probiotics may help treat traveler’s diarrhea. 

Not only that, but those who are experiencing 

this type if diarrhea should drink plenty of fluids 

and clear liquids. 


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5Delicious 

Cherry Recipes 

That Provide A 

Melatonin Boost 

by 

Susan Barnes 

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Check out from this article five 

tasty cherry recipes that you can 

enjoy splurging on while getting the 

melatonin boost that your body needs! 

Everyone loves cherries and their 

sweet tartness. However, there 

are actually many health benefits 

that cherries can provide 

to our bodies, other than simply 

being tasty for our taste buds. For one 

thing, cherries have high amounts of polyphenols, 

and there is evidence that is coming 

out regarding the efficacy they have in 

helping to prevent cancer and cardiovascular 

disease. The vitamin K in polyphenols 

promotes both circulatory system and 

heart health since it prevents the formation 

of blood clots and regulates coagulation. 

In addition, cherries are a natural melatonin 

source, and this hormone helps with regulating 

your sleep-wake cycle. Melatonin is 

naturally produced by our bodies, but when 

you supplement melatonin through consuming 

certain foods it can help with inducing a 

natural state of sleep for people who have 

a hard time relaxing at night or who suffer 

from insomnia. Eating cherries an hour before 

you go to bed can help you go to sleep 

more easily. The following are some delicious 

cherry recipes for your enjoyment. 


Unhealthy food cravings can be a challenge to deal with. This article lists down the top foods that will help you 

put a stop on your unhealthy cravings. 

 


1 

CHERRY BALSAMIC 

SUMMER PARFAIT 

It is easy to make this summer parfait and 

it can help to improve your brain health. 

Those three compounds that we previously 

mentioned - anthocyanins, polyphenols, 

and melatonin - all have been found by 

studies to help to support healthy brain 

functioning. They might also be beneficial 

in helping to prevent several different 

kinds of dementia due to these compounds 

being able to protect brain cells against 

oxidative stress. 

2 

FRESH CHERRY SALSA AND 

GRILLED CHICKEN 

Fresh cherries are very tasty, and not only 

in pies. One tasty topping that can be used 

on any grilled food, and chicken, in particular, 

is a fresh cherry salsa. Chicken is an 

excellent source of low-fat and lean protein, 

which makes it the ideal for people 

wanting to lose some weight. The body 

uses protein to maintain and grow bones 

and muscles, repair damaged parts of the 

body, and produce neurotransmitters, enzymes, 

and hormones. 

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3 

CHOCOLATE CHERRY 

HAZELNUT DAIRY-FREE 

ICE CREAM 

This is a very winning recipe 

for people wanting to get rid 

of ice cream that is made with 

cows’ milk that is full of antibiotics 

and hormones, or for 

people who are lactose-intolerant. 

The thing that makes 

this recipe so much better than 

a majority of homemade ice 

cream recipes is this one can 

help with your weight loss efforts. 

There are medium-chain 

fatty acids in coconut milk that 

instead of being stored as fat 

are burned as fuel. 


4 

TART CHERRY FRUIT LEATHER 

This is an all-natural, healthy snack 

that can easily be made at home and is 

ideal for your post- or pre-workout fuel. 

In addition, cherries may help to reduce 

the severity of incidence of gout. In one 

study, patients ate cherries for 2 days, 

and then it was concluded by the research 

time within this short amount of time that 

their risk for a gout attack had decreased 

by a massive thirty-five percent as compared 

to the individuals in the study who 

didn’t eat cherries during this time. 

5 

SOUR CHERRY LIME JUICE 

People who love limes, cherries, 

pineapples and sour candy will really 

love this vitamin-full and enjoyable 

treat. You can take the edge off of your 

hard day by sipping on this sweet and 

fruity cherry smoothie. It is a lot better 

for your waistline compared to eating 

a bag full of sugar-filled sweets. 

Someday cherries may be prescribed to 

cancer patients since it has been shown 

that the anthocyanins contained in cherries 

slow cancer cell growth and also stimulate 

the cells to self-destruct. Anthocyanins 

are those antioxidant pigments 

contained in cherries that help with protecting 

blood vessels against oxidative 

stress - so this means that eating cherries 

on a regular basis can help with preventing 

cancer and arterial plaque from developing. 

It has also been shown that cherries 

help with slowing down colon cancer 

cell growth. 

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9 NATURAL 

REMEDIES FOR 

BLOATING 

AND WATER 

RETENTION 

by 

Michael Hall 

Bloating is an uncomfortable symptom that you experience due to a wide range 

of causes. Check out this list of natural remedies to fix this condition! 

Bloating is not only uncomfortable 

but also embarrassing 

and painful. People who 

experience bloating often 

compare it to feeling similar 

to a water balloon: it happens for various 

reasons, but the most common reason 

is the retention of too much water 

by your body. In some cases, bloating results 

in bigger abdomen and weight gain. 

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Water retention in the body happens when 

there is a buildup of excess fluids in the circulatory 

system including the cavities within 

the body as well as in your tissues. Bloating 

is often accompanied by hypertension, obesity 

and painful joints. While there are a variety 

of reasons for bloating, it is temporary 

in most cases. In some cases, women experience 

bloating before their menstruation cycle 

or while being pregnant, and it also happens 

in situations where a person sits down 

for long periods of time, or is bedridden. 

However, there are some cases where it is 

a symptom of more dangerous underlying 

problems such as heart failure or kidney 

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Constipation is a common problem that affects many people. Listed in this article are easy tips that 

you can follow to avoid suffering from the condition. 

 

disease. Some of the other causes of bloating 

include various environmental factors 

such as high altitudes and hot weather as 

well as some other factors such as allergies, 

stress, dehydration, cardiovascular issues, 

liver disorder, poor circulation and thyroid 

malfunction among others. Some people 

may experience water retention due to certain 

medications, mineral or vitamin deficiency 

as well as excessive sodium intake. 

Here are a few natural remedies to fix water 

retention issues. 

1 


DANDELION ROOT 

Over the years, tea made from Dandelion 

Root has gained in popularity due 

to its effectiveness in getting rid of bloating. 

This tea has liver detoxifying and diuretic 

properties and this is the reason it 

has been a staple in Native American and 

Chinese medicine. Since it can interact 

with diabetes, antacids medication as well 

as blood thinning medication, it’s important 

to discuss with your doctor before you 

start taking this tea. 


2 

EPSOM SALT 

While it’s true that excessive salt intake 

may result in bloating but Epsom salt 

can be used to reduce it. Addition of 2 cups 

of Epsom salt to the bathwater and soaking 

in that bathwater for up to 30 minutes can 

help in repairing muscle damage as well 

as in reducing bloating. Epsom salt also 

includes magnesium which gets into the 

bloodstream through your skin. This can 

help in treatment of edema due to nutritional 

deficiency. Epsom salt has amazing 

healing properties but it’s recommended 

to indulge in salt bath once a week instead 

of using it daily. 

3 PARSLEY 

Parsley is a herb and has similar 

healing properties as dandelion tea but it 

is also an amazing detoxifier and diuretic. 

This herb can help you smooth over your 

digestive system and it also helps in promoting 

faster waste elimination from the 

body. It also protects your urinary tract 

from kidney stones and infection. It’s recommended 

to steep a few teaspoons of 

this herb in hot water for around 10 minutes. 

Drink this water three times a day. 

4 

NETTLE TEA 

Nettle tea is widely known for help in 

reducing bloating during menstruation due 

to its diuretic properties. It helps in regulating 

the menstrual flow and in reducing 

fibroid as well as in preventing menopause 

symptoms by processing estrogen in women. 

It can be used for treatment of joint 

pain, for managing hay fever symptoms as 

well as for providing relief from sore muscles. 

To take nettle tea, you should use sun 

dried nettle tea leaves in case you can get 

fresh plants. 

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5 

FENNEL SEEDS 

Fennel seeds can be used for preventing bloating as well as for getting rid of gas 

and this is the reason some restaurants offer fennel seeds post meal. It has diuretic 

properties that help in getting rid of excessive water and sodium from your kidneys. To 

take fennel seeds, you should add a teaspoon of these seeds in hot water and let it steep 

for around 10 minutes. After steeping, you should take it up to 3 times each day. 

6 

CRANBERRY JUICE 

Cranberry juice (100% pure) has been found to be extremely beneficial for your 

urinary tract. It not only helps in increasing urine output but also helps in preventing 

urinary tract infections. It is important that you only buy pure cranberry juice and not 

cranberry cocktail or other mixtures with added sugars. 


7 

LEMON JUICE 

Lemon juice does not directly helps 

in reducing bloating but it helps in reducing 

your sodium intake by making you 

drink more water. Fresh lemon juice is free 

of natural sodium whereas bottled lemon 

juice contains around 3 mg of sodium in 

each tablespoon. Lemon juice can be used 

to reduce sodium intake by using it for adding 

flavor. Lemons as well as various other 

citrus fruits help in improving elimination 

of waste and excess fluid from the body. 

Keep in mind that these are acidic fruits 

that can harm your tooth enamel, and 

therefore, you should dilute it with warm 

water before drinking it every morning. 

8 

APPLE CIDER VINEGAR 

It helps in regulating sodium levels 

in the body which in turn helps in maintaining 

blood pressure levels. Sodium intake 

results in water retention and apple 

cider vinegar is an easy solution to get 

rid of that extra weight. It’s recommended 

to take a teaspoon of ACV after diluting 

it in a glass of water at least twice a day 

to get best results. It can also be added 

to your bathwater. 

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9 

ESSENTIAL OILS 

There are various kinds of essential 

oils and some of these oils can be used for 

stimulating the lymphatic system in the 

body for improved fluid drainage. You can 

use cypress, geranium or juniper essential 

oils by adding around 20 drops to your 

bathwater and soaking in it for around 10 

minutes. These oils can be used in various 

manners but for best results, it is recommended 

to use essential oils through 

aromatherapy or topically to treat various 

digestion related issues and bloating. 

Edema isn’t a disease and this is the reason 

it is not treated as one. Keep in mind that 

it may be a warning sign for a bigger underlying 

issue with your body. Various conditions 

that add stress to your body such 

as fluctuating hormones, high blood pressure, 

allergies as well as lack of exercise 

may result in bloating and water retention. 

To get optimal relief, you should add high 

water and high fiber foods to your diet 

such as watermelon and cucumber. Do not 

forget to drink plenty of water daily as dehydration 

may worsen the condition. It is 

also recommended to get plenty of sleep 

and do regular exercise as well as avoid alcohol, 

salt and sugar. 


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4 Effective Tips For 

YOUNGER SKIN 

USING GOOD 

GUT HEALTH 

by 

Susan Barnes 

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A healthy gut has been scientifically 

shown to also improve skin health. 

Learn more on how you can achieve 

healthier-looking skin by keeping a 

healthy gut! 


There are many techniques you can follow when it comes to detoxing. Check out these detox foods with a 

tonic recipe that you can add to your detox regimen. 

 


Many people spend a lot of 

money when it comes to trying 

to maintain a youthful-looking 

and healthy skin which 

includes expensive moisturizers, 

spa days, facial masks, cleansers 

all with the goal of trying to retain a 

healthy glow. Yet, healthy skin doesn’t always 

need expensive soaps and creams, 

you should be focusing on what goes 

into your gut. The skin can be described 

as your canary inside a coal mine when 

it comes to digestive health. When you 

consume too much fatty, greasy or sugary 

foods, you will most likely begin to feel 

uneasy and bloated, and you will probably 

begin to notice that it also impacts 

your skin in the form of blotchiness, dryness, 

breakouts, or even an unhealthy 

color compared to your natural tone. 

The skin conditions such as acne or rosacea 

could be the symptoms of something 

a lot more serious that is happening inside 

your gut. Most people are under the 

impression that the symptoms such as 

gas and bloating are regarded as normal, 

but it becomes hard to ignore if dysfunction 

symptoms of the gut start to show up 

in other places like your skin. Luckily, the 

restoration and maintenance of a healthier 

gut is something that can benefit your 

overall health, this includes your skin and 

it is simple to do. 

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1 

CHANGE UP YOUR DIET 

If you are really ambitious you can 

begin with a food-allergy testing. This begins 

with the elimination diet followed 

by slowly introducing certain foods back 

into your diet to determine if your body 

reacts to them. However, for the majority 

of people you can start by drinking a 

lot more water and choosing foods that 

offer natural anti-inflammatories such 

as turmeric. 

2 

EAT WHOLE FOODS 

Choose a diet that is high in fiber 

and make sure you include plenty of seeds, 

nuts, fresh vegetables and fruits, beans 

and legumes. Include whole grains like quinoa, 

healthy fats and lean protein, that are 

derived from avocados, coconut oil, grassfed 

beef and wild-caught fish. The vegetable 

and fruits that you eat can offer you 

with high levels of antioxidants, minerals 

and vitamins. 


3 PROBIOTICS 

If you are serious about achieving the connection that occurs between healthy skin 

and a healthy gut, probiotics are vital and include bifidus, acidophilus along with other 

bacteria that is key-good. The oral probiotics are used by many to reduce conditions 

such as skin inflammation. These essential probiotics are found in the fermented foods 

such as kombucha, tofu, sauerkraut, kefir and yogurt. If you are looking for a way to encourage 

healthy bacteria growth in your gut, these are the types of food that can offer 

you with optimal results. 

4 

REDUCING YOUR STRESS LEVELS 

The last and most trying stumbling 

block when it comes to a healthy gut along 

with more radiant and healthier skin and a 

highly insidious one, happens to be stress. 

High stress levels will affect each system inside 

the body along with stress hormones 

such as cortisol and adrenaline that have 

an adverse effect on the skin. To minimize 

these stress levels, participate in mindfulness-based 

exercises focused on stress 

reduction, like daily meditations that are 

useful and effective for decreasing stress 

levels. In essence, beauty is not only skin 

deep, in fact it involves each system inside 

your body, from your gut to your skin. 

Unlike your internal organs, you are easily 

able to check on, see and touch your skin 

at any time, and this organ is a fantastic 

indicator for what else is occurring inside 

the body, particularly the health of your 

gut. Facial redness, rosacea, dry skin, eczema, 

psoriasis and acne are all the skin conditions 

that share a root cause, this is poor 

gut function and gut health. When making 

improvements to the area of the digestive 

system, it has been scientifically proven to 

improve energy and mood levels, immune 

function, and of course skin health. 

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6 Foods That Can 

DETOX HEAVY METALS 

by 

Michael Hall 

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There are many techniques you can follow when it comes to detoxing. Check out 

these detox foods with a tonic recipe that you can add to your detox regimen. 

In the modern toxic world, 

you probably ingest, inhale, 

and absorb heavy metals and 

chemicals daily. Candida and 

bad bacteria ooze out toxins 

thanks to their metabolism, and then 

again when they die off. Semiannual detoxes 

can help you cleanse your body, 

removing these and other highly toxic 

substances, but what do you do on the 

other 363 days of each year when you’re 

accumulating toxins? What if your daily 

food didn’t just nourish your body but 

even binded to such toxins so your tissues 

could be cleansed? What if your daily 

detox happened through an already 

nutrient-dense diet? It can, if you use the 

following foods. 

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A healthy gut has been scientifically shown to also improve skin health. Learn more on how you can 

achieve healthier-looking skin by keeping a healthy gut! 

 


1 CHLORELLA 

This is one of two very amazing superfoods 

which grow in fresh water. Chlorella 

is a single-celled round organism 

chock full of chlorophyll, 20 minerals and 

vitamins, and every essential amino acid. 

It’s one of the planet’s oldest known species 

with a distinct ability of reproducing 

8 times each day, so it’s a very sustainable 

source of nutrition. This source of amino 

acids, magnesium, iron, protein, and chlorophyll 

is largely known for being a detoxifying 

supplement. The distinct properties 

and small size give it the ability to bind to 

unwanted chemicals and heavy metals that 

are inside your body. 

2 SPIRULINA 

The freshwater algae also has a 

handful of advantages to it. This organism 

is multi-celled in spiral shapes, and it’s 

rich in chlorophyll, as it is home to 8 amino 

acids, 18 minerals and vitamins, and both 

omega 3 and 6 fatty acids. It’s high in antioxidants 

and protein, just like chlorella, 

and it likewise does a good job in the absorption 

of toxins and heavy metals. Spirulina 

is actually so good at the absorption 

of metals that it’s critical you only buy it 

from a reputable source so you don’t get 

something that already wound up absorbing 

heavy metals from its growing environment 

(the same goes for chlorella). 


3 GARLIC 

Garlic is a robust source of manganese 

and vitamins C and B6. The active 

ingredient of allicin is a sulfur compound, 

providing the major healing aspects garlic 

provides. Garlic is either able to prevent or 

just reduce the seriousness of viruses such 

as the flu and common cold, while also lowering 

both LDL cholesterol and blood pressure 

and even being an antioxidant. It’s also 

antiparasitic, antifungal, and antibacterial. 

Interestingly enough, garlic also helps you 

detox by binding to heavy metals. The best 

impact happens if you eat more than two 

cloves per day. If you crush or cut garlic 

to eat raw or cook, give it 10 minutes first. 

That gives the allicin time to form. 

4 CILANTRO 

Cilantro is able to bind to heavy metals, 

which pulls them out of your bodily 

tissues and blood, so they get eliminated. 

This strong antioxidant is proven to assist 

with sleep, lower anxiety, and bring down 

blood sugar levels. What many call cilantro 

is, in fact, coriander, the very same 

plant that coriander seeds are harvested 

from. Chinese parsley is another name it 

goes by. 

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5 WHEATGRASS 

Wheatgrass has B vitamins, vitamins A and C, magnesium, potassium, phosphorus, 

and calcium. This power detoxifier is able to neutralize enzymes and toxins, helping 

cleanse your body of heavy metals, as well as other toxic substances, that get stored up 

in organs and tissues. Much like chlorella and spirulina, it’s a great source for chlorophyll. 

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A RECIPE FOR A TOTAL TONIC 

This tonic can help detoxify your 

body of heavy metals, among many other 

benefits. The ingredients include raw apple 

cider vinegar, half a handful of chopped 

habanero peppers, a handful of chopped 

horseradish, a handful of chopped ginger, 

a handful of chopped onions, and a 

handful of garlic cloves. For this recipe, 

throw everything in your blender, covering 

with 1 to 2 inches of organic raw apple 

cider vinegar. Your ingredients are ideally 

organic, but if not, you can still make 

it. The mash can be used right away, or 

just wait two weeks to turn into a tincture. 

You can’t totally avoid toxins, but a diet 

full of consumption of detoxifying foods is 

a great way to keep your health up. Toxins 

are all over the place, from too many 

different sources around you, including 

water, food, junk food, second-hand 

smoke, pollution, pesticides, airborne 

fungal spores, stress, vehicle emissions, 

and smog. When you include these foods 

in your daily diet, particularly the tonic, 

you can manage your toxins and get rid of 

a lot of them. 


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5 

WAYS TO ENHANCE 

YOUR KIDS’ 

IMMUNE SYSTEMS 

WHILE TRAVELING 

by 

Susan Barnes 

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It’s important to keep your kids 

healthy while traveling. Check out 

this article for tips on how to boost 

your child’s immunity during their 

big adventure. 

Is it time to pack your bags and 

go see more of the world? Or 

does your family just need a 

change of scenery? When travel 

season approaches, it’s crucial 

that you help your kids stay healthy. 

Whether you’re taking a short road trip 

or flying to a faraway place, the immune 

health of your kids needs to be at the forefront 

of your mind. Keep reading to learn 

five steps you can take to support the immune 

health of your wanderers during the 

next family outing. 


Traveler’s diarrhea is a very common problem for those who travel to foreign countries. Read on for some 

quick pointers on how to steer clear away from it. 

 


1 

KEEP KIDS WELL HYDRATED 

Dehydration is easy to see happen 

during hectic travel. Proper hydration is 

critical to proper metabolic functions, 

appropriate waste removal, and efficient 

digestion, as well as flushing toxins out, 

maintaining good homeostasis, and the 

regulation of bodily temperature. When 

your family is on the road, be sure your 

kids take in plenty of fresh water. Try to 

pass over letting them have too many 

sugary drinks or juices that might dehydrate 

them. They should each have 

their own bottle that helps you monitor 

their individual intake. Take empty bottles 

into the airport that you can fill up 

once past security, or just buy bottled 

water if you’re concerned about the local 

water resources. 

2 

GET SUFFICIENT SLEEP 

Not every day is created equally. Travel 

lets you engage with new surroundings, 

but the demands placed on your mind can 

be taxing, including unfamiliar situations, 

travel plans, and even different languages. 

Be certain that everyone in your family has 

a full night of rest. Children from the age 

of 6 up to 13 can sleep as little 7 hours but 

as many as 11 before you all hit the water 

park or take a historical walking tour. Try 

to schedule some downtime in the middle 

of the day before dinner so that both you 

and your kids have a chance to recharge. 

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3 

PACK SOME HEALTHY THINGS TO SNACK ON 

Of course, you’re going to indulge in travel treats, but your diet can’t be full of 

corndogs, ice cream, or local treats only. It’s too convenient to grab snacks most of the 

time, but when you’re doing travel, it’s even worse. Carry snack packs of granola bars, 

dried nuts or fruits, or bite-size carrots to keep everyone’s hunger pangs from interrupting 

your adventures. Even better, consider packing snacks that definitely boost immune 

health, such as kiwi fruit or cut peppers. 

4 

TAKE DAILY PROBIOTICS 

Constantly changing environments, 

irregular hours, and new dishes or cuisine 

can toss your child’s digestion into a 

blender, causing bloating, gas, and diarrhea. 

Daily probiotics help your kids keep 

a healthy balance of their beneficial bacteria, 

all throughout their digestive system. 

Did you know that’s where over two-thirds 

of a person’s immune system calls home? 

Probiotics can also support natural defenses 

that keep your children healthy, encouraging 

helpful immune responses. 

5 

BREATHE FRESH AIR 

It’s often said that life is a journey, 

rather than a destination. Treat your travel 

just the same. You might head to a place 

with great weather and fun outside, but be 

sure to get some fresh air and sunshine 

or natural weather along the way getting 

there. There are numerous benefits, some 

of which last a long time, to your immune 

system from being outdoors. 


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10 FOODS THAT 

You 

WILL 

EAT HEALTHY AGAIN 

by 

Michael Hall 

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Unhealthy food cravings can be a challenge to deal with. This article lists down 

the top foods that will help you put a stop to your unhealthy cravings. 

Regardless of whether you want 

to lose weight or you simply 

want to start eating better, it 

is essential that you focus on 

portion control. Americans as 

a whole are just getting heavier as time 

goes on, and one of the biggest obstacles 

that stands in the way of a healthy life is 

constant snacking, which simply makes 

people want to eat more junk food and creates 

a continuous cycle of bad eating. How, 

then, can you keep your hunger in check 

and stop the pounds from piling on? Listed 

below are ten foods that can help you 

manage your cravings and have the added 

benefit of being good for you as well. 


Probiotics promote a healthy balance of gut bacteria and have been linked to a wide range of health 

benefits. Read on to know more about these benefits! 

 


1 OATMEAL 

There are so many wonderful nutrients 

in oatmeal, including magnesium, manganese, 

iron, copper, selenium, zinc, and vitamin 

E. Oatmeal also contains protein. In 

addition, don’t forget that oats have fiber 

(both soluble and insoluble), so they have 

a positive impact on your digestive system, 

cardiovascular system and cholesterol. In 

addition, oatmeal leaves you feeling full for 

a long time and is one of the best foods to 

eat to keep you satiated. (With respect to 

the RESET program, you should consume 

oatmeal during the Maintain phase and not 

the JumpStart or Transform phase.) 

2 BEANS 

There are many different types of 

beans, including pinto, navy, red and kidney. 

Beans contain protein, so they are 

a great food, and they also have a lot of 

antioxidants and fiber, so they help you 

stay satiated and reduce the likelihood 

that you will snack after eating them. 

When you eat beans, you keep your calorie 

count low but you still feel full after eating. 

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People in the United States do not have a healthy diet, and in particular, the USDA has 

noted that people are not getting as much dietary fiber as they should be getting (the 

recommended minimum amount is 15g a day). Overall, for individuals that are fifty years 

of age or younger, the total amount of fiber consumed in a day should be 38g for men 

and 25g for women. For individuals that are over the age of fifty, the total amount of fiber 

consumed in a day should be 30g for men and 21g for women. 

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GRAPES (RED) 

Red grapes are considered a super 

food because they have phytonutrients 

and antioxidants, which help to cut down 

on inflammation and also have a positive 

impact on the heart. Red grapes have a 

lot of minerals and vitamins, like vitamins 

C, A, and K. To put it simply, red grapes 

are very good for you, but they also have 

a very appealing taste, don’t contain a lot 

of calories, and can even help you manage 

hunger. The best part is that no matter 

what season it is, you can find red grapes 

at the grocery store! 


4 FISH 

Fish do not have a lot of saturated 

fat but do have a lot of protein. Most importantly, 

however, fish have omega-3 fatty 

acids, which benefit your eyesight, your 

brain and your heart. This food is also good 

for cutting back on stubborn belly fat 

and building muscle. It is important to 

get two services of fish per week, and you 

should focus on including albacore tuna, 

sardines, lake trout, herring, mackerel and 

salmon in your diet. 

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5 APPLES 

One fun fact that you may not 

know is that more apples come out 

of China than anywhere else in the 

world. The Chinese must realize something 

about this important food. It has 

a lot of antioxidants and also antioxidant 

compounds. Apples are great for 

the digestive system and are linked to 

neurological health as well. In addition, 

apples can help you manage your hunger. 

Make sure, though, that you eat the skin 

too. The skin is so good for you, and it actually 

has more antioxidants, quercetin and 

fiber than the fruit itself. When you eat an 

apple, you are making a great choice for 

your diet and your overall health. 

6 EGGS 

Eggs are one food that you should definitely add to your diet. They have 

many positive impacts on the body, including strengthening your eyes. They have 

each of the nine essential acids and they also have a lot of protein. Finally, eggs 

have the nutrient choline, which works with the heart, brain and nervous system. 

There are not many foods that naturally have vitamin D in them, but eggs do. There are 

a lot of minerals, vitamins and sulfur in eggs as well, which means they help your nails 

and hair to look great. In addition, this food has folate, B vitamins and iron. Studies have 

shown that eggs are quite filling and tend to be more satiating than food with a similar 

amount of calories. As a result, eggs are a healthy way to manage your hunger. 


7 NUTS 

Nuts are great for your heart, because 

they have healthy mono-unsaturated 

fats, as well as fiber and protein. 

You’ll also get antioxidants, nutrients 

and several different vitamins when you 

eat nuts. Almonds have a lot of vitamin 

E, iron, calcium, potassium, magnesium, 

antioxidants and protein, while walnuts 

have a lot of omega-3 fatty acids. Selenium 

is a powerful antioxidant that 

has a neutralizing effect on free radicals, 

and it is found in Brazilian nuts. 

Nuts are good for you, but you have to be 

careful of how much you eat because they 

do have a lot of healthy fat that might 

get in the way of your weight loss goals if 

you don’t watch what you are consuming. 

Nuts help you to feel satiated and each 

nut provides a variety of different health 

benefits. Add nuts to your diet today! 

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8 YOGURT 

If you want to add more probiotics 

in your diet, eat yogurt and help battle off 

the bad bacteria that is in your digestive 

track. Yogurt also has a lot of protein, calcium, 

magnesium, potassium and vitamins. 

There are a lot of different kinds of yogurt 

on the market. Look for something that 

does not have a lot of sugar, does have a 

lot of protein and is also enriched with vitamin 

D. Finally, look for the phrase “live 

and active cultures” on the label. 

9 AVOCADO 

There is no other common fruit that 

has more carotenoid lutein than the avocado. 

It is good for your eyes and also has 

a lot of vitamin E. Furthermore, avocados 

can bring down your cholesterol level. 

They have folate in them, so they are great 

for pregnant women. Finally, avocados are 

rich in monosaturated fats, making it easier 

for you to deal with hunger cravings. 

KALE 

There are more than forty flavonoids 

in kale. This food can bring down 

inflammation. It helps you stay full for 

longer. Kale is one food that you should 

make sure you include in your diet. 

It is not easy to deal with food cravings. 

However, if you incorporate the foods on 

this list into your diet, you will be much 

more successful. Plan each day in advance 

and make sure you have a good snack 

handy so that you aren’t tempted to eat 

junk food. 


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4 FOODS WITH POTENT 

Anti-Inflammatory 

Properties 

by 

Susan Barnes 

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Anti-inflammatory foods fight inflammation and restore health at a cellular 

level. Check out this article for a list of these foods you must keep at home. 


Digestive enzymes help you break down food that can be absorbed by every cell in your body. Read on to 

know the enzyme-rich foods that you can pack on! 

 


The media and other health 

news outlets have led people 

into believing that stroke, 

cancer, dementia, diabetes 

and heart diseases just happen 

to the unlucky. This however isn’t 

the case. Although your genealogy may 

have a role in your health, experts have 

linked most of these conditions to lack 

of body exercise and poor eating habits. 

Chronic inflammation is the root cause of 

many plagues affecting millions of people 

worldwide. Most health conditions start 

off as a mild inflammation that leads to actual 

cell and tissue damage. Doctors and 

researchers use methods such as a pro-inflammatory 

marker, measure C-reactive 

protein, and homocysteine levels to test 

inflammation. There, however, no direct 

way to measure inflammation. On a lighter 

note, focusing on organic foods and an 

excellent dietary plan should protect you 

from some of these conditions, inflammation 

included. Outlined below are four best 

foods known to reduce inflammation naturally, 

and other health benefits. 

1 

TART CHERRIES 

A research conducted by the Oregon 

Health & Science University revealed that 

tart cherries pack potent anti-inflammatory 

properties. Tart cherries are among the 

best sources of high-quality vitamins and 

antioxidants that fight toxins from the cell 

out. Cherries are rich in anthocyanins and 

phenolic, compounds that come in handy 

in fighting and reducing inflammation. 

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2 ONIONS 

Although overlooked by many, onions 

are powerhouses of potent antioxidants 

and phytonutrients. Onions pack 

good amounts of anthocyanin and quercetin, 

compounds mainly needed to help 

prevent oxidation of fatty acids, as well 

as reduce inflammation in body cells. 

These compounds are also powerful 

enough to inhibit the production of inflammation-causing 

agents (histamines, 

leukotrienes, and prostaglandins), and especially 

in individuals suffering from osteoarthritis 

and rheumatoid arthritis. Another 

study conducted in Argentina also 

revealed that onions and garlic have the 

power to fight insulin resistance in animals 

with diabetes. 

3 TURMERIC 

Turmeric is a potent inflammation 

buster. Curcumin, the main compound 

found in turmeric can be used as an alternative 

treatment for inflammations. The 

compound packs anti-proliferative and anti-inflammatory 

properties that protect the 

body from cancerous cells. It would however 

be advisable to buy turmeric growth 

organically, and free from chemicals to 

reap the many benefits of the herb. You 

can use turmeric when preparing meat 

and veggies. 


4 GINGER 

Ginger is an effective home remedy 

for most health conditions including arthritic 

pains, uneasy stomach, and heartburn. 

The root contains anti-inflammatory 

properties powerful enough to help ease 

aches and inflammations in minutes. The 

best thing about ginger is that it is readily 

available in stores near you. Ginger 

can be used as an ingredient when preparing 

dishes, though many people prefer 

preparing ginger tea for faster results. 

These foods alone cannot prevent 

inflammation unless you choose to go the 

healthy way. Avoiding foods that cause 

inflammation, for starters, is the first 

step to controlling inflammation. Adding 

healthy and whole grains to your diet plan 

can also help improve your health, and 

fight inflammation too. Foods rich in omega 

fatty acids and other essential oils are 

also recommended for fighting inflammation. 

Omega fatty acids, for example, 

resist inflammation by inhibiting prostaglandin 

enzyme production in the body. 

These acids work in an almost similar way 

as aspirin does. 

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7 TIPS FOR 

EATING OUT 

WITHOUT GMOS 

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by 

Michael Hall 

Eliminating GMOs from your diet is quiet 

a challenge especially when you eat out. 

Read on for practical tips you can do to go 

GMO-free when eating out. 

As more people become aware of the 

health issues and other problems 

associated with genetically modified 

organisms (GMOs) which are often 

found in food, they often begin 

to look for foods without GMOs in restaurants 

and at the grocery store, even though they may 

pay more. The demand for non-GMO in restaurants 

is having a significant impact on menus 

and will likely continue this trend in 2018. The 

unfortunate fact about GMOs is that the United 

States doesn’t require them to be listed on the 

label, so you might feel as if you just can’t avoid 

them when eating out. That simply is not true. 

Just try putting these tips in action. 

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A diet that includes fiber-rich foods can help prevent diabetes and heart disease. This article answers 

the frequently asked questions about fiber. 

 

1 

LEARN MORE ABOUT GMO 

When you understand how to shop 

and avoid GMOs, you know a lot about 

how to avoid them when eating out. The 

foods that are typically a problem at your 

local grocery store, including beet sugar, 

soy, and corn are also going to be the 

same types of foods that put GMOs into 

your restaurant food. Unless the restaurant 

uses pure cane sugar, it is likely to 

be made from sugar beets, which are 

genetically modified. 

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LOOK FOR RESTAURANTS 

THAT ARE NON-GMO 

You can look for both non-GMO restaurant 

or “farm to table” establishments that offer 

grass-fed meats and organic produce. 

When eating in such a restaurant, you will 

find a greater variety of choices that have 

no genetically modified ingredients. It is 

best if you look for a restaurant that has 

high standards in the way that they buy in 

season and locally or that they serve organic 

and raw foods. 


3 

TAKE A CLOSE LOOK AT THE SOURCE 

You are more likely to get GMOs when eating certain types of food. The heavy base 

of corn in Mexican or the excessive soy in Asian food tend to be high-GMO but if you eat 

Greek, Italian or Middle Eastern cuisine, they tend to be based on olive oil so you are 

likely to steer clear of GMO when you eat those types of foods. 

4 

DO YOUR RESEARCH 

Look for GMOs that may be on the 

menu before you go to the restaurant. 

You can check for certain types of entrées, 

such as wild caught fish, grass-fed 

burgers or veggie bowls because they are 

less likely to have GMOs. You can typically 

find the menu on the Internet and it will 

help you to identify problems that are 

better avoided. 

5 

CONSIDER THE OIL 

Soybean and canola oils are cheaper 

alternatives that may be genetically modified 

and are frequently used in restaurants. 

If olive oil is used, it is usually blended 

with an oil that is genetically modified. 

If the restaurant uses 100% pure olive oil 

or an oil that does not contain genetically 

modified ingredients, such as sesame or 

coconut, they are worth considering. 

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6 

SPEAK UP 

Call the restaurant directly to talk 

to the chef or a manager when they aren’t 

very busy. Ask about ingredients and tell 

them that you are interested in avoiding 

GMO foods. It will allow you to be better 

educated about the foods they offer and it 

also alerts them to the demand for these 

types of foods. If they are smart, they will 

pay attention when you speak. 

7 

CHOOSE SOMETHING FRESH 

If you are having a hard time deciding, 

choose a fresh vegetable dish if possible. 

The only vegetables that are currently genetically 

modified are alfalfa sprouts, yellow 

squash and corn. Genetically modified potatoes 

may also be on sale in the United States 

and there is a test on genetically modified 

zucchini. These two vegetables have not yet 

hit the market but you can expect it soon. 

Look for restaurants that are committed 

to providing the healthiest foods and sustainable 

ingredients along with preparing 

meals in the healthiest way possible. You 

are never going to be able to completely 

avoid GMOs if you eat out but you can 

still limit your exposure. Using these tips 

will help you to avoid GMO to the greatest 

extent possible and perhaps even avoid 

them altogether. 


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3 REASONS YOU SHOULD DRINK 

WATER AS SOON AS YOU WAKE UP 

by 

Susan Barnes 

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Dehydration can affect your bodily functions, especially your brain activity. 

Learn more from here why you need to re-hydrate first thing in the morning. 

Japan has a ritual of drinking 

water as soon as they wake 

up. Japanese have a belief 

that if you drink water first 

thing, it will help to manage 

epilepsy, heal the body, heal asthma, 

heal vomiting and diarrhea, improve kidney 

issues, diabetes, urinary issues, menstrual 

conditions, arthritis, headaches, 

rapid heartbeat, meningitis, eye conditions, 

and manage a better weight. Unfortunately, 

a lot of people would rather 

drink coffee or tea, however, it’s suggested 

that drinking water or eating some fruit 

that has a lot of water is much healthier. 

When a person sleeps, the body filters out 

toxins that it has accumulated all day. The 

water that is left in the digestive tract when 

a person goes to bed isn’t enough to eliminate 

the toxins. Drinking water upon waking 

up will give the kidney’s a boost so that 

they can rid the body of such toxins that 

clog the system. 


Do you know that food coloring has petroleum content? Here are the top snacks that your kids should avoid 

due to its cancer-causing food coloring content. 

 


1 

IMPROVES BRAIN FUNCTION 

Water can improve mental clarity 

and alertness. People who are dehydrated 

are at a higher risk of dementia and delirium 

and this is especially true in the elderly 

and those who are ill. Water is vital for just 

about every function of the body. Dehydration 

can be deadly in as few as 3 to 4 days. 

A person can go up to 100 hours without 

drinking water under the right temperatures 

outdoors. If it’s even cooler, they 

may be able to go longer than 100 hours. 

However, if a person is in direct sunlight, 

they will have fewer hours. That is the 100- 

hour rule that Claude Piantadosi at Duke 

University backs up in North Carolina. 

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2 

REPLENISH LOST WATER 

Dehydration can kill by dropping 

the blood pressure to a fatal level. The 

more energy that is expended, the more 

likely a person is to lose water. Per Randall 

Packer, who is an expert at George 

Washington University, a person can lose 

water everytime that they exhale. Water 

is lost when a person sweats. They can 

increase this by a small amount as they 

metabolize food, but the balance must 

be considered and water must be taken. 

A person can dehydrate when they’re losing 

more fluids than they are taking in and 

the body can’t flush itself out if there isn’t 

enough water, then they’ll become dehydrated. 

The symptoms of dehydration 

are increased thirst, swollen tongue, dry 

mouth, dizziness, weakness, heart palpitations, 

sluggishness, fainting, confusion, 

decreased urine output and inability to 

sweat. If a person wakes in the morning 

with bright yellow urine, the body must 

have more water. By examining the urine 

color during the day, it’s easy to tell if a 

person is drinking enough water during 

the day. 


3 

IMPROVED COGNITIVE FUNCTION 

Recent studies show that not drinking 

enough water may impair driving as 

badly as being intoxicated with alcohol. 

This shows that drinking plenty of water 

is vital to the cognitive function of the 

mind. You wouldn’t drink alcohol to start 

the day so why start the day dehydrated? 

It’s easy to drink water upon arising, simply 

leave a glass of water on the nightstand 

and drink it upon arising. It will be 

easy to remember to drink it if you get in 

this habit and hold the glass until it’s empty. 

Experts recommend that as soon as a 

person awakes they drink 4X160 ml of water; 

allow the body 45 minutes to process 

this water before the first meal and drink 

another glass of water after the first meal. 

If this seems to be too much water upon 

getting up and going in the morning, start 

out with one glass of water and slowly add 

in the other amount of water until you reach 

7 to 9 glasses of water per day. Drink more 

water if you’re exercising or if you reside 

in a warmer climate or feel thirsty at all. 

Keep in mind that the above-mentioned 

steps are merely a guideline. If you’re 

thirsty, drink some water until you no longer 

feel thirsty. Just as in anything else, 

moderation and learning to listen to your 

own body and its cues each day are the 

keys to success in drinking water as soon 

as you awaken in the morning. 

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The March 2018 edition of 

Gut Health Problems 

120 will be available this February winter. 2018 

• USEFUL LOW-TOXIN DIET RULES 

• SIGNS THAT YOUR STOMACH PAIN 

ISN’T NORMAL 

• STEPS TO CLEAN EATING 

• HOW TO BECOME A VEGAN 

• WEIRD WAYS TO BOOST YOUR 

IMMUNE SYSTEM FAST 

• VITAMIN-RICH SUPERFOODS TO 

POWER YOU UP 

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