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As a reminder, here are the five types of foods you should avoid, or at least minimize, to speed the healing process:
- Bagels, Muffins, Pastas, Breads (white or wheat), etc. Virtually all of these use wheat that has to some degree been tampered with by man over the past several decades. Specifically, I mean they use genetically modified organisms (GMO). On top of the fact that you are eating a genetically modified ingredient, these foods are for the most part empty calories, offering little nutritional value. Finally, the small protein called gluten present in these foods often affects our bodies in unexpected ways through our gut. It’s best to minimize gluten intake whether you know you are sensitive to gluten or not.
- Processed Foods, or what I like to call “Food Product.” For the most part anything that comes in a box or bag with a multitude of ingredients is a food product lacking the nutrition needed to heal your body. In fact, most ingredients you’ll find included in these products fall somewhere between empty matter and toxic slug. Best to just avoid all together.
- Blackened or Charred. Foods cooked at high heat have a byproduct called Advanced Glycation End products (AGEs). Studies have shown that elevated AGEs can accumulate in your body over time with an adverse effect on many of your bodily systems. If you wish to overcome arthritis pain, avoid foods cooked at high temps for a majority of your meals. Personally, I love a good barbecue, but I’m careful not to overcook or burn the meat. Since I eat clean most of the time and take Heal-n-Soothe, I find it’s okay to indulge sometimes.
- Nightshades. The term nightshades may be one of the most misunderstood concepts in nutrition today. Vegetables from the nightshade family have trace amounts of naturally occurring chemical compounds called alkaloids. These pose very little risk for the average healthy adult, but if you have an autoimmune disorder or your digestive system issues these alkaloids should be avoided or minimized for optimal health.
- Sugar. Let’s be clear, sugar is sugar regardless of how you sell it. There are simple sugars called monosaccharides including glucose, dextrose, fructose and galactose. Then there are disaccharides, or compound sugars, where two monosaccharide molecules merge. Those include lactose, maltose and sucrose. They are all sweet. And they are all oxidative in excess amounts. With continued oxidative action, your body will trigger an immune response which keeps your body in an inflamed state. In short, if your body must constantly work to process sugars over a long period of time, your body will become stuck in this inflamed state, never giving your body a break long enough for it to advance to the next stage of healing.
Of the five worst foods, I firmly believe sugar is the worst of them all because it is found in virtually everything and we simply eat too much of it on a daily and weekly basis.
I know it can be hard to change your dietary habits, so instead of asking you to stop eating sugar, let me ask you to simply look at the nutritional facts label on the food you eat and just try to gauge your daily intake for now.
The American Heart Association indicated men can have up to 37 grams, or 9 teaspoons, a day and women can have up to 25 grams, or 6 teaspoons a day. Use that as a guideline and goal.
Breakfast is the most important meal. Eat a healthy breakfast high in protein and high in fiber with no sugar or flour. Eat breakfast like a king/queen; Lunch like a prince/princess and supper like a popper.
When your blood sugar goes up quickly and stays there, insulin rises in response, chasing that excess sugar around the bloodstream and shoving it into any cell that will take it, which is more often than not the fat cells.
This effectively turns off your fat-burning switch, which is glucagon, a hormone that has the exact opposite effect of insulin.
If you want to burn belly fat, you will want your fat-burning switch to be turned on. This can not happen when insulin levels are high. So you want a breakfast that does not send insulin levels skyrocketing. It is that simple.
Lets take a closer look at 19 of the balancing benefits of water, lemon, and salt, all in one cup.
Lemons are excellent for fighting inflammation. Lemons can help dissolve the uric acid in your joints, and also have been found to help build and repair tendons, ligaments, and bone. This anti-inflammatory property may be especially beneficial for people with rheumatoid arthritis and osteoarthritis, according to an American College of Physicians study on osteoarthritis, published in the Annals of Internal Medicine (2000).
Aids in proper food and water absorption. A daily glass of lemon water with Himalayan salt may provide a better overall mineral balance, which promotes proper food and water absorption in your body, allowing essential nutrients to get where they need to be.
Balances your body’s acidity (pH). The alkalizing effects of lemon and natural salt are highly useful for managing your body’s delicate pH balance, which is crucial for optimal functioning of the body’s systems.
Boosts immune function. One lemon serves up 139 percent of your daily value (DV) for vitamin C. Squeezing one lemon into your morning is a natural alternative to that vitamin C supplement you may be taking.
Its a detox for your cells. The all-natural Himalayan salt mixed with lemon juice and water helps to pull toxins from your cells, reducing cellular toxicity. This may reduce your risk for various chronic diseases, as well as make you feel generally awesome!
Reduces problematic cellulite. Natural salts like Himalayan salt have been used for centuries for skin care. Interestingly, most spa treatments for cellulitis contain some form of salt and/or citrus blend. A few daily gulps of lemon and salt water in the morning may firm up a few of those unsightly areas.
Clears up skin and adds a fresh glow. Using natural salt for skin problems, such as psoriasis and eczema, dates back to ancient Roman times. Roman emperor Marcus Aurelius doctor, Galen from Pergamum, used sea salt for skin diseases, according to Science Tribune (1999).
glass of water with lemon
Useful for allergy season. It has been suggested that the combination of lemon and salt, specifically mixed into warm water, acts as a natural antihistamine for allergies. It may be the perfect alternative to those pink pills that leave you feeling drowsy.
Paves the way for better sleep. The natural hormone-balancing properties of lemon and Himalayan salt can be more than useful when it comes to bedtime. Getting the proper amount of sleep is essential for physical health, mental health, productivity, and much more. This hormone-balancing beverage can make an effective nightcap.
Helps controls blood sugar. The fiber content of lemons helps to balance blood glucose levels, which is useful for type 2 diabetes patients and prediabetics alike, according to a study published in the New England Journal of Medicine (2000).
Lemons may help detoxify your liver. Vitamin C is essential for producing glutathione, which plays a foundationa role in detoxifying the liver. It also has antiseptic properties that are useful for liver function, as well.
Freshens breath! Lemon and Himalayan salt may not be the first things that come to mind when you think of fresh breath. However, the lemon and salt in this simple morning drink help kill the bad breath bacteria that build up while you are sleeping.
May help you chill out. When you get stressed out, do not be so quick to reach for those prescription pills. You may be able to chill out and return to that state of Zen by boosting your vitamin C levels first thing in the morning.
Useful for reducing blood pressure. Lemons are not all about vitamin C and fiber. They also boast potassium, which is vital for flushing excessive sodium from the body.
Boost your libido! The vitamin C content and hormone-balancing properties of this morning beverage can help lift your mood. This might be all it takes to boost your libido, without the need for that little blue pill.
Gets you hydrated right out of the gate. Many people forget how important hydration is, especially after a seven or eight-hour sleep period with no water. Start your morning off right and get hydrated. The water, salt and zesty lemon will get your day off to the perfect start.
An antioxidant powerhouse vital for, well, everything! Lemon offers up a wealth of vitamins and minerals, while Himalayan salt boosts your mineral and trace mineral levels even more. The antioxidant and detoxifying properties of lemon saltwater pack a powerful, free radical knockout punch.
May improve your heart health. Lemons and real salt are both exceptional for increasing heart health on their own. However, when you combine the two into one vibrant morning drink, you get even more vital heart-thumping health benefits.
Natural salt supports electrochemical reactions in the body, while negative ions assist in healthy heart rhythm. Lemons are rich in vitamin C, which is, associated with lower endothelial dysfunction in men with no history of cardiovascular disease or diabetes, according to a study published in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition (2006).
Promotes digestive health. A glass of warm lemon water with Himalayan salt before breakfast, or any meal, helps signal your liver to produce the essential bile needed to clean out harmful gut bacteria. The fiber content and natural salt will also promote digestion.
Are you ready to commit to this simple and health-promoting morning drink? I have been drinking warm lemon water with a little bit of Himalayan salt every morning for months, and I absolutely love it. My energy levels are up, and I feel as cool as a cucumber throughout the day.
Want to join me? Combine 10 ounces of filtered water with one whole lemon, squeezed, and half a teaspoon of Himalayan salt.

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