This variation of green tea refers to the way the plant is treated before consumption.  Organic means that the plant has not been grown using chemical products and fertilizers.  Instead, organic plantations use 100% natural products, the way it should be from the start really!  Organic products have proved to be healthier both in the short and the long term.

This type of green tea has a lot of benefits.  It acts as a great way to prevent skin problems and skin cancer thanks to the high amount of antioxidants it contains, it helps lower blood pressure and regulate blood sugar levels.  At the same time, green tea has been used along with good dieting programs such as Michael Thurmond’s 6 week body makeover, thanks to its fat burning benefits (thermogenesis).

This organic matcha green tea is found in the market with a higher price tag than common green tea.  Why?  Well to start, organic products have a higher value than products grown with chemical fertilizers, besides that, organic green tea takes more time to be processed for consumption so in a way there is less supply than common tea.

If you have not tried any type of green tea, let me tell you that no matter what variation you use, you will still reap the benefits of this product.  However, if you can find and afford a supply of organic tea, go for it.  It really pays off.

Natural tree syrup

The main ingredient in the lemon detox diet recipe is natural tree syrup.  This syrup is derived from trees that originate in Asia and parts of upper Canada.  The Asian syrup comes from palm tree sap while the liquid from Canada comes from maple trees.  The benefit associated with natural tree syrup is the fact that the liquid is filled with essentially minerals.  This helps the body to remove impurities which in turn helps the digestive and immune systems.  This ingredient is what makes the lemon detox diet so potent and effective.

Lemon juice, cayenne pepper

These two parts of the lemon detox diet recipe provide the remaining nutritional ingredients that the body needs.  They are also effective at awakening the senses and purifying the body of pollutants.  Lemon juice is essential to the lemon detox diet recipe because it provides vitamin C benefits and it works to improve the immune system.  Although the reasons for the inclusion of cayenne pepper are unclear, what is known is the awakening properties that it provides.  This makes it a very important part of the lemon detox diet recipe.

People who wish to feel better about their lives and bodies should consider the lemon detox regimen.  The ingredients in the lemon detox diet recipe are all natural and good for the body.  There is no other routine that can provide the same detoxing properties as this lemon detox process.

Because of this it is important to keep tabs on including fresh vegetables in our diet. Try including any or 3 three of the vegetables listed below in your diet on a regular basis and not only will you find it to be a tasty addition to your palate, but a healthy one, too.

Beets make the first entry on the list. They are so easy to eat raw yet often get overlooked. Maybe it’s because they’re somewhat of a pain to chop up and prepare due to the fact that you get everything purple in the process. Either way, they are a powerhouse of vitamins and minerals and are very easy to eat raw.

• Suggestions: Make a raw beet salad by slicing beets and adding a pinch of salt or drink beetroot juice for breakfast to start your day with a good boost of energy.

Cabbage is another delicious vegetable that many only associate as a food to boil. At best, people eat it technically raw when made into cole slaw, but at that point it’s dripping with mayonaise and other unhealthy ingredients, so we can strike that from the list! One thing that’s also nice about cabbage as how cheap it is when it replaces more expensive salad staples, such as spinach and romaine lettuce.

• Suggestions: finely chopped cabbage salad with 1 TBSP olive oil. Add salt, sweet corn, beans, and other ingredients as desired. Serve cold or at room temperature.

Cauliflower is something I seen to have an instrinic connection to. My parents tell me as a toddler I would ask for it by name. I always assumed everyone loved raw cauliflower, right? Wrong. Many people don’t even think of it as something you can eat raw, and if they do, they always want to combine it with a huge whallop of ranch dip. But cauliflower is super good in its own right and is the perfect addition to any salad – even a cauliflower salad!

• Suggestions: Add one cup chopped raw cauliflower to any salad.

What are some of your favorite vegetables to eat raw and what creative ways do you include them in your meals?

If you believe that you are going to clear acne by using over the counter acne products that are full of chemicals and harsh ingredients, then think again. I had been going down this route for many years, without the desired results I was looking for.

Once I changed direction and started using more holistic approaches, mixed in with more modern technologies such as the ANSR beam , then the results started to come. And the one thing that was extremely beneficial was green juice.

The Power Of Green Juice

We all know that eating our greens is extremely important for optimal health, but for extraordinary health benefits then try juicing your greens. When greens have been juiced it makes the vitamins and minerals easily absorbable for the body, meaning you get maximum benefits from them.

If you drink 1-3 cups of green juice per day, you will see significant improvements in your acne, and over-all health also. The reason for this is because the green juice will help to build the blood, remove toxins, provide the body with the required vitamins and minerals, plus there are many more benefits that juice will have on the body, all leading to a happier, healthier and acne free you.

Green Juice Recipes

Green Juice 1: 1/4 of red Cabbage, 2-3 stalks of Celery, 4-5 leaves of Kale, 1 Lemon, 3 Apples, little amount of ginger.

Green Juice 2: 1/2 pear, 1/2 green apple, handful spinach, handful parsley, 2 celery stalks, ½, cucumber, small piece ginger, slice of papaya.

Green Juice 3: 1 lemon 1/2 cup parsley, chopped 1 rib of celery, 2 big handfuls of Spinach, 1 pince of peeled ginger, 1 medium cucumber.

These are 3 green juice recipes I often make that I have found to work very well at keeping my system clean and clear, meaning no acne breakouts. If you have never made a green juice before I would recommend using the above, once you have made a few then start experimenting to see what works for you.

Do I Need To Add SuperFoods For This To Work?

No! You do not need to add any super foods such as spirulina or wheat grass. If you have the extra funds to use them, then it will do no harm, but you absolutely do not have to infest in any sort of expensive “superfood” for this to work. Spinach, cabbage and kale along with the other greens you can buy from the supermarket will have just as much benefits, however there is one thing that is important, that you buy as much organic as possible. The reason for this is because foods that are not organic have usually been sprayed with man-made chemicals that will build up in the body as toxins, which can eventually lead to acne breakouts.

This is one of the more common problems that parents face. In many cases, if these parents would take an honest look at their own diets, the truth would be revealed – they don’t eat them either! Why would your children eat spinach and ‘weird’ stuff like flax seeds or oil if you aren’t consuming these things yourself? The answer: they wouldn’t.

If you’re looking to include some of these natural anti-inflammatory and anti-oxidant foods into your diet, this can be a fun and easy way to do it. There are entire sites like the one you’re on dedicated to juicing your way to better health and well being. You can find a variety of recipes here to get you started. Once you know what you like, you can start creating your own. Better yet, have your kids help you create their very own. Let them have some fun with it. Oh, you want some pineapples with your spinach, you bet! The point is, make the process of eating healthier more fun and enjoyable.

This is one of the easiest ways to add more of these important groups into your diet. We’ve heard for many years now about the health benefits of any number of anti-oxidants. These are all found in the fruits you can find in most any grocery store or farmer’s market. You don’t need to take extensive or expensive supplements to get these things into you and your family’s diet.

While we’re on the subject, it is recommended that you eat as much of these foods organic as possible. Some foods, like grapes, strawberries and lettuce families are known to be more highly sprayed with insecticides and other commercial agricultural chemical compounds. You really don’t want these in your body. This is especially true of your children, who will build up higher concentrations of these toxins over time in their bodily tissues.

This is just one more reason to look locally and to your farmer’s markets for fresh, organic produce. Not only may you find some interesting fruit and vegetable choices, but you’ll be helping your local community. You may even find that you build relationships with some of these folks and end up helping your kids get involved in their own habit of lifelong healthy eating.


Dr. Michael J. Funicello is a chiropractor in Gilbert, AZ. He has been in private practice since 1998, serving the communities of the Phoenix-metro area. His particular area of expertise is Network Spinal Analysis or Network Chiropractic, a gentle and progressive form of care. You can learn more or contact him at infinitehealingarts.com.

1. Cilantro for Refreshment
I’m a cilantro lover, liberally adding it to just about any dish or salad I’m making. But why stop with solid food? Hence, I began to add it to my carrot juice and discovered it compliments the taste very, very well. I know you might be thinking that cilantro is a very strange thing to add, but please try it before you knock it! I’ve converted skeptical friends by having them taste it and they agree, it works. It gives it a nice refreshing, satisfying kick that rounds out the flavor.

2. Crushed Ice for Texture
Crushed ice is another trick I learned early on that makes my drinks tastier. Mainly what I’m going for here is obviously not flavor but something else – texture. I find that adding a small but thick layer of crushed ice to my juice after it’s fully blended improves both the texture and the aesthetic appeal, as the appearance of the ice makes it look more complete.

3. Ginger for Zest
Buying a little bit of ginger root and keeping it on hand goes a long way for altering the taste of your drinks. A small amount of ginger – about the size of a dime – will give it a zesty burst of flavor. Additionally, ginger has many digestive health properties and this is a good way to incorporate those benefits into your diet.

4. Apple for Sweetness
Adding an apple to your carrot juice will make the drink taste lighter and much sweeter. If you have fancy yourself as having a sweet tooth, you will probably find it necessary to sweeten your carrot juice, as it is naturally not very sweet at all. I prefer the tart sweetness of a green Golden Delicious apple for my drinks.

5. Banana for Increased Thickness
One day I added a banana on a whim, without really any idea of how my Omega would treat it. I wasn’t sure if it would really juice or just gunk those up. Turns out it adds a nice thickening to the entire drink, making it a bit more like a carrot smoothie than normal carrot juice. This is a good way to dramatically change the texture, giving the drink more bulk, and add a bit more calories to the drink to make it more suitable as a breakfast replacement.

What other ways do you enjoy making carrot juice?

This article is by Ben Jacobs. If you’re a fan of juicing, raw foods, and radical health, check out my food processor juicer review. Does it really work to combine a juicer and a food processor in one machine? I explore this question by looking at all the combination machines on the market and seeing how well they work – or don’t work – in their goal of a two in one juicing machine.

In his book The Ripple Effect, Alex Prud’homme warns that we are facing an imminent global danger of running out of potable water. And although many third world countries already suffer serious problems with access to water, in the U.S., most of people only have to turn on the tap to get water flowing into their homes. However, although our tap water doesn’t cause dysentery, it does contain contaminants and chemicals—including carcinogens—that can cause health problems over time. As Prud’homme explains, these contaminants are increasing at alarming rates.

Fortunately, water filter technology provides some practical ways to deal with the immediate problem. Water filters can eliminate most of the contaminants in tap water. However, many people do not take advantage of this convenient and easily accessible solution.  Many think they are protected by water softener technology. To help you determine whether you need a water filter, take this short True/False quiz. 

I don’t need a water filter because… 

1. The EPA sets standards that make tap water safe.

Trick question. True. The EPA sets standards, but an alarming number of cities don’t meet the standards. Fortunately, you can request a water quality report to make an informed decision about the need for a water filter.

2. We have a bottled water machine. 

True. If you also use the pricey bottled water to cook with, you are probably safe. And many of today’s bottled water machines also heat water, so you won’t be uncomfortable when you bathe in it. 

3. I already have a water softener.

False. Water softening devices do not remove contaminants from the water. They generally use salt to minimize the hardening effects of minerals. So while a water softener may improve the appearance of your shower tiles, even a salt free water softener won’t do much for the safety of your tap water. To remove contaminants, you need a water softener alternative.

4. A filter on my kitchen tap is enough.

True, if you are willing to run to the kitchen when you want to get a glass of water in the middle of the night.  And if you set a schedule, the morning line for brushing teeth at the kitchen sink should move along smoothly.  

5. I have well water, so I don’t need a filter.

False. The contaminants that come in through the tap don’t usually come from the city’s pipes. They get into the groundwater—which is where your well water comes from too. In addition, well water can have other particulates that can occasionally cause your tap water to taste like mud.

We may have serious problems facing us in the future, but the immediate problem of contaminants in tap water has a solution: a whole house water filtration system. Why not use it?

Jessica writes about a wide variety of topics.  She especially enjoys writing about water. You can learn more about water filter technology at http://www.lifesourcewater.com/

Smoothies are versatile and delicious, and can be used to “sneak” healthy foods into a child’s diet, or into your own. Disguising the flavor of healthy foods you don’t care for in a smoothie is an easy way to increase the variety in your own diet, and in the diets of your family members. They can be substituted for high-calorie, nutrient-poor desserts without causing you or your family to feel deprived; and are easily adapted to special diets as well.

Your family doesn’t like dark green leafy vegetables? No problem. Make them a fruit smoothie and toss in a couple of fresh spinach leaves. They’ll never notice they’re in there, but they’ll still get the vitamins and minerals they need.
Are you taking antibiotics and need to replace the good bacteria in your digestive system, but don’t like the flavor of yogurt? A smoothie is the ideal solution. With fruits you enjoy, and a bit of honey for sweetness, you’ll never taste the yogurt.

Are you allergic to cow’s milk, or lactose intolerant? Substitute yogurt made from goat’s milk, soy milk, almond milk, or coconut milk.

Want to lose weight. Try one of my top three healthy smoothie recipes for weight loss.

Love chocolate, but hate all the fat and sugar added to commercial chocolate products? Make a smoothie with a good quality, unsweetened dark chocolate powder or a few chocolate nibs and add just enough honey to keep it from being too bitter. You get all the health benefits of the antioxidants in dark chocolate, without the disadvantages of hydrogenated fats and huge amounts of processed sugar you’ll find in cakes, ice cream or candy bars.

For even more variety, you can substitute sweeteners as well. Instead of honey; try agave nectar, rice syrup, or molasses. They’ll add different nutrients, and each sweetener will provide a different flavor.

Need extra protein in your diet? Add a good quality protein powder or a handful of raw tree nuts to your smoothies. More fiber? Toss in some ground flaxseed, and get the bonus of omega-3 fatty acids as well.

Looking for an antioxidant boost? Blueberries, cherries, raspberries, strawberries, blackberries and carrots are all great sources.


Author Bio: Daisy Raybould has a passion for solving health problems the way nature intended. She, along with a number of fellow natural health enthusiasts, share their tips, secrets and recipes designed to help you obtain perfect health using the power of nature’s wonders at RevitaliseYourHealth.com

Blackberries are an excellent source of vitamins K, B, C, and manganese. They are a great source of polyphenolic anitoxidants, such as ellagic acid, tannins, quercetin, and anthocyanins. These compounds come together to give blackberries one of the highest oxygen radical scavenging capacities of any fruit. And if you’re interested in learning more about how to boost your metabolism, the antioxidants in blackberries have been proven to boost beneficial metabolic processes.

While blackberries are, in an of themselves, one of the best healthy snacks for weight loss, there are two common complaints many people (especially kids) make about eating blackberries. The first is seeds, and the second is bitterness. Blackberries are loaded with seeds, which anyone can be objectionable, as the numerous, tiny seeds get lodged in-between teeth and gums. The second is the bitter taste associated with the healthiest of blackberries, which is a by-product of the high concentration of antioxidant compounds. Although sweeter varieties are available, the trade-off is a reduction in those same beneficial antioxidants. These come together to make blackberries a prime candidate for juicing, which can eliminate the complaints about seeds altogether. Chosen properly, other juices can be used to counteract the bitterness, allowing consumers to reap the greatest benefits possible from blackberries.

Juices that complement blackberries nicely are mango, pear, and cranberry. Mangos and pears are both sweet, which nicely balances the tannic acid in the healthiest varieties of blackberries. By contrast, cranberries offer a combination of sweet and sour that, if anything, enhances the “pucker factor.” Other options include locally harvested honey, and for the more adventurous, wheatgrass. In addition to providing sweetness, locally harvested honey offers a natural long-term solution for allergy sufferers, while wheatgrass provides all the benefits expected from chlorophyll. Taken together, these give the maximum antioxidant punch, as well as give you a great all-natural energy boost.

Fortunately, there are only a handful of tips necessary to get the most from blackberry juicing. Blackberries contain many nooks and crannies in which pesticides and bacteria can reside. With this in mind, always remember to wash the berries well before juicing, as well as to disinfect, either with a solution of vinegar or a commercially available food disinfectant. Soaking works best.

When possible, make the juice using freshly picked berries that are soft and juicy. After the peak of ripeness, the beneficial compounds in berries deteriorate quickly. If fresh, locally harvested berries aren’t available, frozen generally offers the next best thing, as frozen berries are picked at the peak of ripeness and frozen to preserve nutrients.

Blackberries are an oft-overlooked choice to use in juicing recipes, but with just a handful of tips, they can be one of the most versatile additions to your arsenal to develop the healthiest, tastiest juicing recipes around.


Bio: Greg Hayes is the author of Live Fit Blog, where he writes about fitting fitness into busy lives.

Before you use calendula medicinally it helps to know what makes calendula effective. Calendula is antioxidant rich. Antioxidants help counteract the free radicals that damage cells within the body. Free radicals can be caused by environmental factors such as pollution, or the sun; but free radicals are also a natural by-product of cell oxidation. Calendula also increases blood flow to an area of the body when applied topically, which promotes more rapid healing.

Calendula For Wounds

Calendula can be used to speed up healing if you have a bruise, cut, or burn. The petals of the plant are turned into an ointment, tincture, or wash that is applied topically. In addition to speeding up the healing process, calendula also has mild antibacterial properties so it can help prevent and treat minor infections in wounds. Calendula can be applied topically three to four times daily as needed.

Calendula For Skin Care

Calendula has many benefits for the skin. It can be applied via a tincture, ointment, or wash. Calendula is often found on the ingredient list for things like diaper rash ointment because of the fact that it promotes healing and can control infection. It is also used to treat skin rashes such as dermatitis and eczema. Calendula can be applied two to four times daily as needed to treat skin conditions. Calendula has also been used as a natural cure for acne.

Calendula Tea

Calendula tea has been used medicinally to treat upset stomach, stomach ulcers and to relieve the pain associated with menstrual cramps. However, calendula can affect the menstrual cycle so you should not use it when you are trying to conceive, during pregnancy, or while breast-feeding. It is not advisable to give children calendula in any preparation they have to consume by mouth. Before taking calendula by mouth, you should consult a physician because it may interact with certain prescription medications; though the risk of interactions is low. You can drink two to three cups of calendula tea daily to reap the medicinal benefits.


Daisy Raybould has a passion for solving health problems the way nature intended. She, along with a number of fellow natural health enthusiasts, share their tips, secrets and recipes designed to help you attain perfect health using the power of nature’s wonders at her natural health blog.