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Dear ,
We are taking the next steps with regards
to the granola. We are finalizing labels and have found an FDA approved kitchen in downtown Columbia, SC and should start manufacturing by mid-April. All that to
say that this is a major step of faith for me as I step out into something totally new. Keep an eye out for Alive Again Wheat Free Granola coming soon!
This month is HEART Month. Cardiovascular disease is the number one cause of death in America. It has been that way for 90 years. Almost one million Americans die of heart disease each year. One of the saddest things is that many of these deaths can be prevented through diet and exercise. It's about going back to the basics, slowing down the pace of our hectic lives and focusing on what is important in life! Most of the younger people that die with heart disease are male. But interestingly enough once women go through menopause, their risk of dying from heart disease increases threefold. Women who are apple-shaped (carry their weigh around their waists and tummy) are at greater risk as this is the "dangerous fat".
There is a genetic predisposition of developing this disease, yet there are many people who simply repeat the aweful dietary habits of their parents and grandparents. People with heart disease have:
- High LDL cholesterol level. High cholesterol and hardening of arteries go hand in hand. Cholesterol is only one piece of the puzzle.
- High levels of homocysteine (a toxic amino acid formed as a by-product of the metabolism of proteins). Levels are higher in people who have a genetic predisposition and those who eat a lot of animal protein, including eggs.
Also, those people who have high blood pressure, diabetes and those who are overweight are much more susceptible to heart disease. Try to maintain your ideal body weight. Work out your BMI here : http://www.nhlbisupport.com/bmi/
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WHAT'S BEST FOR THE HEART?
*Essential fatty acids (the good fats : flax seeds, avocado pears, nuts (almonds, walnuts, brazil nuts - lower cholesterol) and seeds, olives, olive oil and fatty fish (tuna, mackerel, herrings, sardines, wild salmon and wild trout)
*Fruit and vegetables containing carotenes: carrots, broccoli asparagus, spinach, mangoes, butternut squash. Apples and bananas which are high in pectin, a water soluble fiber that helps to lower cholesterol levels and blood pressure.
*Artichokes lower cholesterol - contains cynarin, which has been formulated into a drug for lowering cholesterol and is also a natural diuretic (helps with water retention) and a natural anti inflammatory.
*Beans help reduce bad LDL cholesterol and lower blood pressure. They contain a glucose called alpha-galactose, which can cause gas but within a few days of eating regularly you will produce the enzymes needed to digest this and the gas will stop.
*Lecithin granules, which emulsify the bad fats. Sprinkle a tablespoon over your salad, vegetables or your breakfast cereals.
*Water - drink more of it.
*Brown rice, quinoa, millet, barley, oats and spelt.
*Exercise. The heart is a muscle that needs exercise.
30 - 40 minutes a day. Tennis, walking, swimming, running are all good.
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NOT RECOMMENDED FOR A HEALTHLY HEART
*Saturated fats which include cheeses and butter, cream cheese, hard margerines and red meat.
*Fried foods, hydrogenated or transfats.
*Smoking
*Junk foods such as hamburgers, pies, sausages, pastries, pizzas, cookies, biscuits, cakes and desserts.
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LUCIOUS GREEN SALAD
Ingredients:
100 ml olive oil
50 ml honey
½ teaspoon cinnamon
¼ cup fresh lemon juice
2 teaspoons French mustard
1 packet spring mix lettuce or baby leaf salad
½ pound or 125g fresh mango, peeled and cubed
1 large avocado pear, peeled and sliced
Method:
-In a small bowl combine, oil, honey, cinnamon, lemon juice and mustard and season well with salt and pepper. Mix well and refrigerate until serving.
-In a serving bowl, gently toss together the lettuce leaves, mango and avocado. Drizzle with the dressing and toss again. Serve immediately.
Serves: 8 Time: 10 minutes
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| AIM HEART HEALTH
 AIMega, an organic seed oil blend that delivers an important source of healthful and essential omega-3 and -6 fatty acids, plus omega-9. EFA's are the main structural component of every cell membrane and are necessary for cell growth and activity.
 CellSparc 360 combines coenzyme Q10 (CoQ10) with tocotrienols and fish oil to provide total cardiovascular support.The CoQ10 provides potent antioxidant capabilities, and the tocotrienols and fish oil help maintain healthy cholesterol and triglyceride levels.
 BarleyLife, an all-natural, green barley powder concentrate helps provide the daily nutrition you need to develop a strong foundation for good health and is abundant in enzymes, essential amino acids, and rich in antioxidant ability, antiinflammatory activity, and immune system support. Available in traditional powder, no kelp powder, vegetarian capsules, single-serving packets, and great-tasting.
 BarleyLife Xtra with 13 additional fruit and vegetable powders for 1/3 of your RDI of vitamin C per serving.
 CellStar powerful antioxidant superjuice made with real juice extracts, containing half the sugar of regular juices. CellStar comes in two varieties: Pomagrape anti-aging juice and Mango Tango immune boosting juice.
 Fit 'n Fiber, an orchard peach smoothie mix with 12 grams of total fiber per serving, and 10 grams of heart-healthy soluble fiber per serving. Soluble fiber has been linked to reduced appetite, cholesterol and glucose absorption
To order, visit www.aliveagainonline.com or contact me directly at: (803) 403 4777. |
As water reflects a face, so a man's heart reflects the man.
(Pr 27:19).
Above all else, guard your heart, for it is the wellspring of life. \
(Pr 4:23).
Here's to a healthy heart! Take care and God Bless.
Most Sincerely,
Lere Robinson | |
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