Protein Love Shake & Its Benefits !!!

Who doesn't love sweetness ! 

Well this yummy shake will have you energize, full and healthy. 

Recipe:

1/8 of Tumeric 

1/4  Maca Organic Powder 

1/2 Organic Hemp Protein Powder 

1 tsp Organic Pure Peanut Butter 

3-4 pitted dates ( for sweetness ) 

3 Ripe Bananas 

2 glasses of Organic Almond Milk ( I chose vanilla flavor ) 

2 cups of ice 

So here we have a Healthy Shake filled with Superfoods to start we have Tumeric : this ancient plant powder extract has hundreds of health powers ( antiflamatory , helps with stomach pains, arthritis, diarrhea, stomach bloading, liver and gallbladder problems, it's used for fibromyalgia, menstrual cramps, depression, Alzheimer's, water retention, kidney problems; just to name a few adding this superfood to our daily foods can have long term beneficial effects on our bodies. 

Maca powder another super food used in Peru since ancient times, the. Maca roots are gently dried and milled at low temperatures. This awesome root has super powers haha ! This super food I was used in ancient times by warriors to increase strength and endurance, it contains an abundance of vitamins, minerals, amino acids and sterols. 

Hemp protein powder, so maybe you have Hurd about hemp this plants has hundreds of uses from fiber, oil, and seed  where it can make rope, wax, cloth, paper and even fuel. So imagine this organic plant can give us so much outside benefits imagine in the inside. Protein the most famous topic for vegetarians and vegans well here it is an excellent way to obtain protein without having to harm any living thing. 1 oz of hemp powder can get you 14 g of protein ( did you know that 3 oz of beef gets you only 22 g of protein ?) well now you know :) 

Hope you guys love this shake and instead of buying processed protein shakes try this one after your work out or simply as a delicious nutritious breakfast ! 

God bless x Eat The Rainbow !! 

Aloe Vera Extraordinary Benefits !!

Aloha Aloe Vera ! 

My beautiful friend Veronica inspired me to make this blog post about the Extraordinary Benefits of ALOE VERA ! 

This plant has been used for medicinal purposes since the beginning of the first century AD. This magical plant has been used in a variety of things including cosmetics , food & of course medicinal, but it doesn't stop there many researchers have found its strong healing power. 

Many products now have aloe Vera specially facial & sun burn products  but is this really healthy or are they 100% natural, unfortunately most of them have added chemical ingredients and preservatives even when said 100% natural. Remember that the skin is our biggest organ and is actually the least one to receive pure nutrients due to high sales of body care products & their attracting smells. So becareful when purchasing any products promising you that are 100% natural read the ingredients and if you can't spell them or know what exactly they are better of to not buy it. This goes for everything and anything ! :) 

So where can we use this, well I say in EVERYTHING , from face mask for fighting acne, inflammatory medicine, rejuvenation aid, hair mask for hair loss, can be mixed in salads or dressings & even made in yummy made in juices & smoothies. 

 This recipe :

• 1/4 of Aloe Vera gel 

• 2 cups of strawberries 

• juice of 1 or 2 lemons 

• 3 cups of water 

• 2-3 Dates ( for extra sweetness ) 

Aloe Vera has unlimited health benefits here are the top 15 I've researched about : 

1. Aids in detoxification 2. Promotes alkalinity 3. helps with inflammation 4. Contains 20 of the 22 amino acids 5. Halted the growth of cancer tumors 6. Reduces cyst  7. Cures ulcers ( IBS , CROHNS DISEASE ) 8. Reduces high blood pressure 9. Accelerated healing from physical burns or radiation 10. Ends constipation 11. Hydrates skin & accelerated skin repair 12. Boost cardiovascular performance 13. Soothes arthritis pain 14. Functions as natures * Sports Drink * for Electrolyte balance 15. Prevents and helps with candida infections.  

#HealthisWealth #AloeVera #Benefits #Magical 

Changing how we call our problems !

As the first Monday of the year is here. Let's go with our day full of gratitude. Maybe many of us are going thru hard times obstacles, detours, hardships & we might be asking our selfs why is everything piling up one on-top of the other & instead of seeing the positive in our life's or being thankful for what we do have, our minds concentrate over and over again in the problem and negative  trying to find a way to fix it, I mean that's how our humans minds work we are not perfect but what about if instead of going with our days repetitively thinking how to fix the problems or asking why is it happening to you why now! Actually stop and think that when something's is dying something else is being born ! We concentrate so much on the sad that we forget to see that new opportunity that is giving birth in our life's. I'm even going thru quite a lot lately but when you listen to Gods word it resonates with you in so many ways that it gives you hope, faith & so much strength to see further then the pain. Remembering that sorrow creates strength is such an important key to help us not give up and know that we are strong and can overcome anything with time. Don't let your negative thoughts and words take over the situation for more painful and dark that it feels for you know that our minds are so powerful and when we constantly say our problems or are constantly sending those vibrations to the universe of " why is this happening to me , my life is a mess right now , I'm broke , I don't see way out of this , why everything happens to me " saying this will only make more hardships happen, even if you don't believe it at the moment talk positive about your situation and sooner then later you will notice changes because what you say and think you attract. 

A powerful statement that I learned " IF YOU CANT CHANGE YOUR SITUATION, YOU CAN CHANGE WHAT YOU CALL YOUR SITUATION" - LET IT BE A BLESSING INSTEAD OF A PROBLEM 

With God, Hope, Faith & Love everything is possible ! 

HAPPY WONDERFUL MONDAY -  GOD BLESS <3 love you all <3

PINEAPPLE JUICE MIRACLES !

Winter is here and many of us if not all will happen to catch a cold, sinus congestion or a cough and many will reach for Tylenol, DayQuil , NightQuil or any over the counter medication to get rid of the symptoms or soothe the discomfort , but are we really helping our bodies with this medications or are we just suppressing and hiding the symptoms ? Well we are as humans we often look for the easy way out of things and pharmaceutical companies dont make it any easier since they have hundreds of products for everything with the promise that it will help you with your symptoms. 

The human body is so powerful and amazing , you give it time and rest and it will get better by itself but we live in a fast pace life and we rather take a toxic chemicalize  liquid or pill rather than treat the root of the problem and actually help our bodies get better. 

Pineapple has an enzyme that has anti-inflammatory properties which is called - bromelain - , it helps fight Infections and can kill bacteria. YES ! pineapple is fantastic. The juice of pineapple can suppress cough up to 5 times more than any cough syrup. 

Only one cup of pineapple can contain up to 50% of VitaminC for our daily requirement of vitamin c . Not only does it help to soothe sore throats and help the body expel unnecessary mucous but since pu apple has the anti - inflammatory enzyme it helps with arthritis pain and  swelling. 

Pineapple also contains manganese a mineral that helps form healthy connective tissues and bones, manganese works to absorb more calcium in the body  and increases regular nerve function. 

Researchers have found that pineapple extract has help patients recovers 4.8 times faster than when drinking a cough syrup or prescribed medication. 

WHAT TO DO ! 

Purchase pineapples ( please don't buy canned or frozen as this has more chemicals to be maintained bagged or canned for a longer period of time ).

Simply cut the pineapple into chunks and blend. 

RECIPE #1 

-1 Cup of Fresh Pineapple Juice 

- 1/4 of Fresh lemon juice 

- 1 Piece of Ginger ( 2-3 inches ) 

- 1 Tbs of Organic Raw Honey ( be-careful not to buy the regular honey as this has been extremely processed and won't have the same benefits ) 

! FOR VEGANS USE MAPLE SYRUP ! 

- 1/2 table spoon of cayenne pepper 

- 1 clove of garlic ( if cough is very severe and recurrent - Garlic is a Natural Antibiotic ) 

Mixed this ingredients together and drink 2/3 times per day repeat daily 

Cold Busting Juice !

- Juice from 4 or more oranges 

- 3 carrots 

- 1 pineapple 

- 2-3 inches of Ginger  

Drink this juice in the morning and after dinner 

#LetsGetHealthy #NaturesWay #PlantBase #NaturalRemediesWorksBest #GodBlessYouAll #PeaceAndLove 

Yin & Yang

My First Balance Painting 

Yin & Yang -> Life is about balance  we cannot have light without darkness, without pain we wouldn't know comfort . Smile/frown - up/down - Love/Heartbreaks - Female/Male - Tall/short - Funny/Serious- Passive/Active - Moon/Sun - Unhealthy/Healthy - Weak/Strong if we don't experience failure we wouldn't know how Success really feels , if we are never cold we wouldn't crave the warmth or even notice a difference. If we don't loose something sometimes we wouldn't even appreciate their value they had in our lives.

Life is all about equilibrium and how everything comes in two one can be positive to some and one can be negative to others but no matter what we need both. To be able to LIVE life not everything can be a sunshine and rainbow to grow as an individual we need dark and light ,understanding that without one we can't have the other. We as humans can get two positives in our life but once that one negative arrives we make it bigger then the positive & draw all our attention to it without realizing that without this negative we wouldn't have the positive. 

We are responsible for our actions and our ever lasting karma .

Don't get overwhelmed for the negative be grateful for it because of it you and I are growing & evolving make the positive the center of your life & let the negative teach you the important lessons of growth in life. 

Overcoming Depression

 Depression :  May be describe as feeling sad, blue, unhappy, miserable, down, recurrent negative thoughts , self harm.

 This is a topic close to my heart & I want to share it with you guys because maybe one of you are going thru something like it or know some one battling with depression and hopefully this may help one way or another.


 For many years I dealt with depression some days more then others but overall it was a day-to-day issue. Then I decided to take medication for it (big mistake ), I was unaware of the harms of these types of medications and was on them for 3 years on and off. Battling with depression is not easy and sometimes not even noticeable on others, because we tent to put this shield and pretend everything is ok or get a costume to the word this is life! our mind has a million and one thoughts and close doors when we are alone its when we feel it a bit more. Depression comes in diferent levels , at different stages of our lifes, teenage years, post partum, loss of a family member or friend, bad grades, unhealthy relatioships, unhealthy home environment or even our jobs just to name a few. Life is full of up and downs at some point we will face unhappy moments that can last a short period of time or even years, depression is treated here with medication or psychotherapy, the reality is that we all will experience a blue moment in our life that may take over our days but a very important tool we need is how we can overcome this feeling no matter your situation. Battling depression at a young age living alone and with all the responsibilities being independent comes with was definitely not easy. That's when alcohol and binge eating took over my life I was not noticing that all my problems where the leading cause of this.Depression medications come with so many side effects and we think its ok because it was prescribed to us, but are these medications really helping us? My opinion is NO, they are just stimulants filled with chemicals that are very harmful to our bodies. This is why they have side effects don't they? Here are a few side effect source (helpguide.com)*Nausea  * Insomnia * Anxiety * Restlessness * Decrease Sex Drive * Dizziness * Weight Gain * Headaches *Constipation *Sleepiness or Fatigue 

so basically we are prescribed a medication to help us feel better and get rid off depression right? Well yes, that is supposed to be the purpose, but the reality is that this medications are only made to make you worst, I don't think if you or I have depression we want to feel even worst by adding all this other symptoms. That will be like taking a medication for a headache that makes your headache worst in other ways, it makes no sense but unfortunately RX are here just for the money not for the sake of our health. 

So were am I going with this, well after having depression and even suicidal thoughts, when I began my life style change and physical activity this symptoms and thoughts began to minimize my view of life was changing and ability to think of the impossible was more clear. Food has so much power it can really change our life’s but becareful because not everything that looks appealing is good for us, this is why I cannot say enough choosing carefully what you eat or give to your kids have a huge influence on how we feel.  FOOD IS MEDICINE. The more plant based diet you have while adding a physical activity you enjoy, the more your serotonin levels rises. Your mood, thoughts and feelings become happier ones. (this does not mean you eat this way you will automatically be depression free). What I mean is that everything comes with life style changes, we all want a magic pill for everything but this has consequences, so what not better then modifying you life style while bettering your health and life in great ways for a better you. 

Here I want to share with you some steps for helping not only our depression but our life’s in general. Loving you, your body and acknowledging how wonderful your are no matter the amount of faults your have ( because guess what – no one is perfect and even the people you think that are the closest they too have faults ) don't compare your self to others, this is one big mistake we often make which can lead us to depressive moods ( because we always wish to have what others have) . Know that you are unique and even when you think you are not enough or are not where you want to be, stop breath and think this twice. YOU and YOU only have the power to manifest wonderful beautiful things here on earth, and even if life is unpleasant to you right now, remember that there is no light without darkness. 

#1 Eating a diet high in nutrients : meaning more fruits and veggies in great quantities. 

#2 Fill Your Plate with Essential Antioxidants 

#3 Eat Smart “ carbs “ for calming effect : Healthy, smart carbohydrates are found in whole, plant-based foods like fruits and vegetables, minimally processed whole-grain products like oatmeal, brown rice, quinoa and whole-wheat bread as well as beans, lentils, nuts and seeds. *source * Livestrong.com 

#4 Exercise : Weather is taking a walk, jog, yoga, or even jumping in the treadmill.  ( try a work out you have never done take that leap of faith and do it , you will never know how you truly feel about it until you try it !) exercise is essential for a healthier mind and body. 

#5 Be Grateful : Each morning say a small prayer of the things you are Grateful for ( this can help bring out the positive more then the negative, for your day to go smoother) 

#Meditate : even if its 10 min in your home , your bathroom, any where were you are alone and their is minimum noise. Meditation has been found to help with depression weather it is cause by external events or chemicals imbalances in the brain. Having that one to one moment and being able to release all this emotions it is beyond beneficial for our health. After you feel comfortable with it you can take a moment to medicate even on your worst moments at any place. BREATH is LIFE and when we practice meditation and noticing you breath, this will help you maintain stability in your life. So please get you MEDITATION ON, this is for everyone with depression or not.( google meditation classes around your area some might even be free-take advantage of the internet )


#6 Remember the Phrase “ You are what you eat “ – this has to do a lot with mood changes & depression, the more fatty, processed foods, sugary and artificial foods you eat the more you will be on the edge of depression or making it worst.  Because we often associate food with emotions, binge eating can be deadly for many of us. As I like to say – have the good things in moderation and the bad on recession. 

#7 Eat Fruits: Colorful fruits and fruits high in antioxidants help our bodies to reduce oxidation which can be a cause of mood swings and depression. For example ( blueberries, blackberries, cranberries, beans, artichokes, prunes ) 
#8 Love your self; don't ever forget that you are unique, beautiful and without you the world would not be the same, so do things that make you happy and enjoy giving time for yourself. 

#9 Try to do something you like doing at least once a day and little by little you might incorporated more and more, even when your schedule is full all day everyday plan something for your self, it doesn't always have to be about spending money, it can be a walk alone having this time to think breath and release the stress for the past days, visiting a friend, exploring a new city, go get a massage, doing a new exercise or even buying a book and having couple of hours for your self to read it. Anything do anything you like, we often get carried away on the day to day life work, school, kids etc. and then we make it even worst by saying I don't have time, I cant. Remember what I always say what ever you think repeatedly it manifest so take that I can't 
and make it into I AM I WILL.

#10 LOVE YOURSELF; don't ever stop loving yourself each and every one of your are special and wonderful in so many ways even if people don't tell you this, just know it. And you’re capable of everything you set your mind, so let think positive and eat healthy vibrant foods. 

` Thank You so much for reading I love you all & don't forget if you are going thru a hard time, if this wouldn't be happening personal growth wouldn't be possible and I’m sure non of us would like to be stuck in the same place so each and every day we are alive to grow learn and teach. 

  SMILE. DO WHAT YOU LIKE. LOVE YOURSELF 
 

# GodBlessYouAll <3 

( Disclaimer: I am not a doctor , nor any information mention here is not intended to diagnose, cure, treat or presevent any disease. )

POMEGRANATES ARE IN SEASON !

Pomegranate & Apple 

Fruit is truly magical , not only does it have vitamins, minerals and sustancial nutrients but they are colorful and vibrant. Mother earth doesn't make mistakes this red orange its in season for a reason ( haha ) the color of fruits has a lot to do with our health.  ( keep reading I'll promise I'll tell you why) 

Pomegranates benefits : high in antioxidants which helps free radicals from our bodies, studies have shown in various participants how it lowers blood pressure , so if you have anyone in your family with hypertension suggest them to drink this juice home made not purchased ( as they all contain artificial ingredients ), wards off the flu ( perfect for this winter ), stimulates the immune system, helps with hemorrhoids, osteoarthritis, menopausal hot flashes ,upset stomach, the list is big haha & last But not least it is said that it can keep you YOUNG [ as stated in the chiniese herbology ] :) REMEMBER FOOD IS MEDICINE - 

Studies has also shown to " inhibit Breast cancer, prostate cancer , colon cancer , leukemia". Each food is made for a health benefit, either to help us see better, skin problems, depression , illnesses & even cancers. When you give your body the right amount and the proper foods it can work miracles. 

    * source - Dr.fuhrman 

 

The color Red in fruits , why ? How does it help us ? 

Red fruits are loaded with antioxidants [ like I said before this substance help us preventing oxidation in our bodies ] red fruits also have phytochemicals like lycopene and anthocyanins which helps fight heart disease ,prostate cancer and much more  source - webmd .* 

Best sources of lycopene( the bright red pigment & antioxidant ) 

--> Tomato , watermelon , guava , pink grapefruit 

Best red sources of Anthocyanins ( what makes the fruit or veggies appear red,purple or blue ): 

--> red raspberries , strawberries , cranberries , red cabbage , kidney beans, red onions , red apples etc .

So all this colorful fruits are not only here to be different or look pretty. They all have a reason to look and be its own unique way, I suggest you that since they are in season now to go buy some make some juice for you and your family or even sprinkle them in your salads besides looking pretty it will work wonders in your body so let's get POMEGRANATE READY !! :D 

Recipe : 

I used the seed of 

-3 pomegranate 

- 4 tiny apples ( or 1 big apple ) 

- 1 cup of filter water 

- Blend & then strain 

* when blending It , it will turn to this beautiful pink color because of the apples :) 

SO LETS GET JUICY !!  

#Linaloveforhealth #Pomegranates #RecipesWithLove