From the institute of natural healing

Splenda � The Little Packet of Death

Think twice before dumping that Splenda into your coffee�

The safety rating of the little yellow packet has gone from �safe� to �caution.� But it wasn�t the FDA who finally spoke up. Another agency has stepped in.

The Center for Science in the Public Interest (CSPI) downgraded Splenda�s safety rating because of a new discovery. We�re shocked that it took a �new discovery� to sound the alarms. But it�s better than nothing.

Gross but true� Sucralose (Splenda) was actually discovered by researchers while trying to create a new insecticide. You will find Splenda in numerous consumer products. Make sure to check labels for sucralose. Not to be confused with sucrose, actual table sugar. Products that include Splenda are some Arizona Iced teas, some diet sodas, Diet V8 Splash, Gatorade, Ocean Spray juices, Tropicana juices, and even Breyers ice cream.

The Food and Drug Administration approved Splenda�sucralose�in 1998. Since then, it�s come under a ton of scrutiny. And for good reason.

Manufacturers created Splenda because everyone finally realized that other artificial sweeteners are dangerous. But what was the point? Splenda actually has more of a toxic chemical�chlorine�than even aspartame.1Yet aspartame has an �avoid� rating.2

And that�s not all. When you look at effects, there isn�t much of a difference between the two sweeteners. Headaches�blurred vision�short-term dizziness. Splenda even causes depression and weight gain.

This �healthy� sweetener wrecks your digestive system too� It kills off healthy bacteria in the stomach. The good bacteria fights off harmful invaders and helps prevent irritable bowel syndrome or other stomach disorders.

Now, a new study has revealed much more about the so-called �healthy� sugar alternative. And it�s worse than we thought.

We think this newly discovered side effect deserves more than just a �caution� label�

Cancer�leukemia�These are deadly diseases that a mere �caution� label doesn�t quite cover.

In the study, Splenda caused leukemia in mice.3 And even worse�during the study they developed leukemia from the sucralose exposure even before birth.

These are still unpublished findings. But once they�re proven, Splenda will be considered a carcinogen. The National Toxicology Program will then add it to their annual Report on Carcinogens. Poisons like tobacco, lead, and Sweet �N Low, are already on the list. It�s good to know. There�s just one problem. The FDA still hasn�t banned or even controlled the carcinogens in the report.

Splenda�s already proven to damage DNA. Damaged DNA alone can cause cancer. It may currently only have a �caution� rating but we suggest you put it on your own �avoid� list.

There are safe, natural sugar alternatives. Coconut sugar, raw honey, molasses, and date sugar are just a few.4 Coconut sugar has the same amount of carbs as regular sugar. But it�s much lower on the glycemic index scale. And it has some fiber to slow down absorption a bit.

Introducing Xylitol!

It�s Natural

Xylitol is right here, inside, already. Our bodies produce from 5 to 10 grams every day from other food sources using established energy pathways. It is not a strange or artificial substance, but a natural, normal part of everyday metabolism. It is widely distributed throughout nature in small amounts, with some of the best sources being fruits, berries, mushrooms, lettuce, hardwoods, and corncobs.

Xylitol is Safe and Convenient

In the amounts clinically proven to provide amazing oral health benefits (less than 15 grams per day), it is safe for everyone, and can be conveniently delivered to your teeth via chewing gum, tablets, toothpaste, mouthwash, or even candy. You can implement your xylitol program anywhere, anytime. It fits right in with the most frantic schedules. If chewing is uncomfortable, xylitol mints or candies can also stimulate saliva, the natural tooth protector. You don�t need to change your normal routine to make room for xylitol.

See our full line of Xylitol products and start your Xylitol program today!

References:

1 http://naturalsociety.com/is-splenda-safe-examining-dangers-sugar-alternative/

2 http://news.msn.com/us/splenda-goes-from-safe-to-caution-after-leukemia-found-in-mice#tscptmf

3 http://medicaldaily.com/articles/16470/20130612/splenda-side-effects-carcinogen-leukemia-unhealthy-sweeteners-artificial-sweeteners.htm

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PH Balance and disease

Higher Healing has been discussing the effects of a balanced pH through the Habits of Health radio broadcast. CLICK TO LISTEN

If you have a health problem, most likely you are acidic. Research shows that unless the body's pH level is slightly alkaline, the body cannot heal itself. So, no matter what type of modality you choose to use to take care of your health problem, it won't be effective until the pH level is up. If your body's pH is not balanced, you cannot effectively assimilate vitamins, minerals and food supplements. Your body pH affects everything.

Just as our body temperature must be maintained at 98.6 degrees and you feel sick or tired when your body' s temperature changes one degree in either direction, if the pH range of the blood deviates too far to the acid side, oxygen levels decrease and cellular metabolism slows or stops. Cells might die or get damaged and the body's immune system is compromised.

Diabetes (type 1)

Normally, the pancreas secretes the hormone insulin to keep blood glucose from becoming too high. Insulin signals cells to take glucose out of the blood and use it for energy or fat storage. In type 1 diabetes, the body's own immune system attacks the insulin-secreting cells of the pancreas and destroys them. Because the pancreas can no longer secrete significant amounts of insulin, insulin levels are low and blood sugar levels are high in type 1 diabetes.

Diabetes, by itself, does NOT affect the ph of blood..

 

Without insulin, the body cannot transfer sugar from the blood to the cells.Your cells start to starve.Thinking they are starving, your cells send out "starvation signals", telling your body that they are hungry.When this happens, your body tries to use protein (muscles) for food.

When your body digests proteins, it produced KETONES. Normally, these are filtered out by the kidneys. But when the body is using its own protein (muscle) the ketones are in too great an amount to be filtered out completely so ketones build up in your blood.

The KETONES can make your blood acidic, thus destroying the rest of your body.Your liver, kidney, heart, and brain is damaged by these ketones and the resulting "acidic blood".

Heart Disease

Corrodes Arteries, Veins and Heart Tissues
Like acid eating into marble, acidosis erodes and eats into cell wall membranes of the heart, arteries and veins, weakening cardiovascular structures and inter connective

tissues. It disrupts Blood Pressure because with acidosis, (pH<7.20) arteries become dilated. Yet, severe lowering of blood pH also causes persistent venous vasoconstriction (a disease in the calibre of blood vessels). When this happens, peripheral blood is shifted more centrally: the more acidic the patient, the greater the fractional redistribution of blood to the central vessels. This central redistribution of blood adds to the heart's workload when its contractibility is compromised.
 

Alkaline smoothie Serves 2

Ingredient
A handful of Kale
A handful of Spinach
2 Broccoli heads
1 Tomato
A handful of Lettuce
1 Avocado
1 Cucumber
1/2 clove Garlic
Juice of 1/2 Lemon
A little water to the texture you like
Instructions
All you have to do is blend it all up! Start by blending the avocado, cucumber and lemon juice to form a mushy paste, then start adding the other ingredients.
You can blend in a little ice if you prefer it chilled, or add a little chilli if you like it HOT HOT HOT!
This will fill you up for hours.
OPTIONAL: if you find it all to veggie when you first start alkalizing, you can blend in a little fruit of your choice to sweeten it up or add some capsicum (pepper) for sweetness.

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Avocado Salmon & Kale Salad

This outstanding salad is loaded with flavor and packed with nutrient-rich ingredients. Baking the salmon for the recipe is easy, but you can also use leftover grilled or poached salmon. Find baby kale in the packaged salad greens section.

Ingredients

3/4 lb salmon fillet

1 avocado, pitted, peeled and chopped, divided

2 tbsp lemon juice

6 cups baby kale

2 tbsp chopped pickled jalape�o peppers, or to taste

The unique protein and amino acid composition of salmon is often overlooked in its nutritional profile. Salmon contains short protein molecules called peptides that have been shown to be bioactive and may have important anti-inflammatory properties. Salmon also provides important amounts of the antioxidant amino acid taurine. Salmon is an excellent source of anti-inflammatory omega-3 fatty acids and immune-supportive selenium. It is also a very good source of muscle-building protein and heart-healthy niacin and vitamin B12. Additionally, it is a good source of energy-producing phosphorus, vitamin B6, and magnesium.

Method

Preheat the oven to 400�F. Line a small baking pan with parchment paper. Arrange salmon on the pan, skin-side down, and bake until just cooked through, 10 to 12 minutes. Cool slightly, remove and discard skin, flake flesh and set aside.

While salmon is baking, mash half of the avocado with lemon juice and 1 tablespoon water in a large bowl until you have a chunky dressing. Add kale and toss very well, making sure all leaves are coated.

Divide kale among serving plates. Top with flaked salmon and remaining avocado. Sprinkle with jalape�os and serve.

Note: If using leftover cooked salmon, you'll need about 2 cups flaked cooked fish

Kale provides an excellent source of vitamins B6 and C, carotenes, and manganese. It is also a very good source of vitamins B1, B2, and E, fiber, iron, copper, and calcium. Kale has almost three times as much calcium as phosphorus. This is a beneficial ratio because high phosphorus consumption has been linked to osteoporosis since it reduces the utilization and promotes the excretion of calcium. Kale and collard greens exhibit the same anticancer properties as other members of the cabbage family.

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from WholeFoods market recipe

Avocado Lime Smoothie

Do you want to start on the road to better health? Higher Healing Herbal Institute has been sharing very important information on the dangers of living with Acidosis. If your body is functioning in an Acidic state, then you will want to try this wonderfully Alkalizing Smoothie.

Avocado is one of the richest source of fiber among all fruits and vegetables. Packed with vitamins A, several B-complex, especially B3 (folic acid), powerful anti-oxidants like vitamins C and E, calcium, iron, potassium, etc.

Limes and lemons contain outstanding phytochemicals that are high in anti-oxidant and anti-cancer properties. They are potent detoxifiers with anti-biotic effect that is protective against bacterial poisoning.

Avocado Lime Alkalizing Smoothie

1 avocado

� cup lime juice

1 tbsp almond milk

� tbsp raw sugar

1 scoop of Ultimate GreenZone

Cut the avocado in half and remove the seed. Remove the contents with a spoon and put in a blender. Add some lime juice, the milk and raw sugar. Blend to a smooth and creamy drink.

Depending on the amount of avocado you use in proportion to milk, the smoothie gets more or less creamy. If you use a lot of avocado you can eat the smoothie with a spoon. Use more milk if you want to drink it easily. The healthy fat in the avocado is filling and tasty.

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Feta & Parmesan Zucchini Bake Recipe!

 

(recipe adapted from Kalyn's Kitchen)

6-7 medium zucchini or yellow summer squash

2 Tb olive oil

2 Tb minced garlic

2 tsp dried thyme

4 eggs

2/3 C light sour cream

1 C crumbled feta cheese

1/2 C fresh parmesan cheese

2 Tb lemon juice

salt and pepper

 

1. Preheat oven to 375 degrees and spray a large casserole dish with nonstick spray.

2. Slice the squash into 1/4" slices. If they are larger squash, cut them down the middle before slicing. Heat the oil in a large non-stick frying pan. Add the squash, garlic and thyme. Saute and stir just until the squash is starting to soften slightly. Don't cook too long or it will be mushy after it bakes in the oven. Remove from the heat.

3. Beat together the eggs, sour cream, cheeses and lemon juice in a medium sized bowl. Place half of the squash into the bottom of the casserole. Sprinkle on some salt and pepper (remember the cheeses are salty!) then spread 1/2 of the egg mixture over the top. Repeat with remaining squash and egg mixture.

4. Bake for 40-45 minutes, until the mixture is bubbling and slightly set. Serve hot.

 

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PH Balancing for Optimal Health!

The human body is an indivisible, integrated organism, not a collection of various unrelated parts. In this vein, there are various mechanisms in your body that work together to maintain a proper pH balance throughout your body.

The acidity or alkalinity of a substance is measured using pH. The pH scale runs from 0 to 14, with 0 being the most acidic, 14 being the most alkaline, and 7 being neutral. To survive, our bodies must maintain the pH very close to 7.4, which is just on the alkaline side of neutral. If your body�s pH varies too much from this ideal, it becomes difficult for various enzymes to function properly.

Maintaining this slightly alkaline state is a constant challenge, primarily because of the acid-forming functions that take place within the body, and the over-abundance of acid-producing foods we consume.

The idea that various foods influence the pH of the body isn't new. In fact, as far back as the early 1900s, numerous doctors began studying the pH-altering effects of different foods. They found that while a few foods were "neutral" in their effects, most foods were either "alkaline-producing" or "acid-producing." They also found that simply changing the diet could change the pH of the body. Not surprisingly, bringing the body's pH closer to the normal range helped patients get rid of many of their health complaints.

Overacidity has even been linked to the formation of cancer, heart disease, diabetes, and osteoporosis.

Most people who suffer from imbalanced pH are acidic. This condition forces the body to borrow minerals�including calcium, sodium, potassium and magnesium�from vital organs and bones to buffer (neutralize) the acid and safely remove it from the body. Because of this strain, the body can suffer severe and prolonged damage due to high acidity�a condition that may go undetected for years.

How Important is Balancing your pH? Mild acidosis can cause such problems as:

Cardiovascular damage, including the constriction of blood vessels and the reduction of oxygen.

Weight gain, obesity and diabetes.

Bladder and kidney conditions, including kidney stones.

Immune deficiency.

Acceleration of free radical damage, possibly contributing to cancerous mutations.

Hormone concerns.

Premature aging.

Osteoporosis, weak or brittle bones, hip fractures and bone spurs.

Joint pain, aching muscles and lactic acid build-up.

Low energy and chronic fatigue.

Slow digestion and elimination. Yeast/fungal overgrowth.

 

What Causes Me to be Acidic?

The reason acidosis is more common in our society is mostly due our diet, which is far too high in acid-producing animal products like meat, eggs and dairy, and far too low in alkaline-producing foods like fresh vegetables. Additionally, we eat acid-producing processed foods like white flour and sugar and drink acid-producing beverages like coffee and soft drinks. We use too many drugs, which are acid forming; and we use artificial chemical sweeteners, which are extremely acid forming. One of the best things we can do to correct an overly acid body is to clean up the diet and lifestyle.

 

Acid and Alkaline in the human Body

Our body secretes or maintains many different kinds of fluids. Their pH factors are different. The most important of these fluids is blood, which has to be slightly alkaline all the time.

Our body�s exercise or movements produce lactic acid and carbon dioxide. Phosphoric acid and sulphuric acid are likewise produced in the body from oxidation of the phosphorus and sulphur contained in food. This makes the blood acid.

On the other hand, alkaline elements such as sodium, potassium, magnesium, and calcium are ingested in large amounts, especially in vegetable food.

How to prevent an acid system

It is very important to make sure you are eating more alkaline forming foods and less of the acid forming foods

Drink 2.5 � 3 Litres of water daily

Eat more vegetables

Keep away from refined foods and sugars

Keep away from alcohol or cut right back to an occasional drink.

 

Click the link in the right side bar to get your own personal "at home" testing kit. Test your pH every morning and evening to determine if your body system is acidic.

 

Basic Nutrition for Acidosis:

 

1. Enzymes are essential: Food Enzymes - 1 to 2 capsules with meals

2. Magnesium is beneficial: Magnesium Complex - take 2 with meals

3. Alkaline Minerials are essential: Colloidal Minerals or Mineral Chi Tonic - take 1 oz. a day

4. Focus on GREEN Foods: Use our Ultimate GreenZone mix - use 1 scoop to make green smoothie twice a day.

     Liquid Chlorophyll - take 1 teaspoon in 8oz. water up to 8 x's per day

Taking these 4 steps immediately will help to change the internal pH od your body from Acid to Alkaline bringing about a healthy balance and energy.

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Chia Seeds - Have you heard about their Benifits?

Anti-Inflammatory and Cleansing Benefits:

Chia seeds are a true superfood. Oddly, they are members of the mint family but they taste totally neutral. This makes them a very versatile food. Chia seeds have been used in ancient cultures for many medicinal purposes such as helping to ease joint pain and digestive issues.

Chia seeds are filled with omega 3 and omega 6 fatty acids.

Omega 3 fatty acids are one of the most powerful anti-inflammatory compounds in nature, as well as being great for the brain. Did you know that Chia seeds contain even more omega three fatty acids by weight than salmon does? These tiny seeds are also a complete protein, meaning that they contain all 8 essential amino acids that your body cannot synthesize on its own, and must get from food.

Chia seeds are able to absorb 9 time their own volume in water.

This ability causes them to help your own body retain needed water and electrolytes. You can use them in place of your morning oatmeal by adding a few tbsp. of Chia seeds to almond, hemp or coconut milk and letting it stand for 15-2 minutes, to give the chia seeds time to absorb the liquid. You can then throw in some fresh or dried berries for a quick cereal.

Chia seeds help to clean out the digestive tract.

They contain high amounts of both soluble and insoluble fibre, as well as drawing water to themselves. This adds bulk and water to the stools, which is important for keeping your system clean and clear. Chia seeds will also help your body absorb the fat soluble vitamins A, C, E and K, which need fat in order to be properly utilized by the body. Chia seeds are great for helping to keep blood sugar levels stable as well as binding to cholesterol and helping to usher it out of the body.

What are some other benefits of eating Chia?

• Provides energy

• Boosts strength

• Bolsters endurance

• Levels blood sugar

• Induces weight loss

• Aids intestinal regularity

Chia slows the impact of sugars on the system, if eaten together. Chia gel creates a physical barrier between carbohydrates and the digestive enzymes that break them down, which slows the conversion of carbs into sugar. That means the energy from the food is released steadily, resulting in more endurance. This is clearly of great benefit to diabetics in particular.

Try this for a quick and filling Breakfast:

3 tablespoons Chia Seeds

1/2 cup Vanilla Almond milk (Rice, Coconut or plain Almond)

1 tsp Agave

handful of Granola

Fresh fruits

Sprinkle cinnamon

splash of Vanilla flavoring

Instructions:

Add Chia seeds to a bowl with the Almond milk and stir briskly until slightly thickened. Add all other ingredients and enjoy!

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Carnation Instant Breakfast Healthy or Not?

Breakfast really is the most important meal of the day because after getting a good night's sleep, it is the meal that we use to break - the - fast! During sleep, our bodies repair and rebuild the very important cells that make up each organ which makes up every body system that keeps us healthy. It is essential to give the body the necessary building materials to complete this process of breaking down and rebuilding our cells everyday and every night. You are Not "what you eat" you ARE "what you digest". Hence, breakfast is the first meal of building blocks you fuel your body with to begin this daily process. It truly is the most important meal of the day!

If you want a quick yet nutritious start of the day and you have been fooled by the marketing department of the famed Carnation Instant Breakfast, let's take a look to see exactly what you are getting...

Okay let's talk about the Carnation Instant Breakfast Essentials that are being passed off as a "Healthy Breakfast" choice for our families. First the ingredient list from their website:

Ingredients

NONFAT MILK, SUGAR, MALTODEXTRIN, COCOA (PROCESSED WITH ALKAKI), LACTOSE AND 2% OR LESS OF DICALCIUM PHOSPHATE, SOY LECITHIN, CARAMEL COLOR, NATURAL AND ARTIFICIAL FLAVORS, MAGNESIUM HYDROXIDE, SODIUM ASCORBATE (VITAMIN C), CARRAGEENAN, MODIFIED CORNSTARCH, FERRIC ORTHOPHOSPHATE (IRON SOURCE), ALPHA TOCOPHERYL ACETATE (VITAMIN E), NIACINAMIDE, COPPER GLUCONATE, ZINC OXIDE, CALCIUM PANTOTHENATE (PANTOTHENIC ACID), MANGANESE SULFATE, VITAMIN A PALMITATE, PYRIDOXINE HYDROCHLORIDE (VITAMIN B6), THIAMINE MONONITRATE (VITAMIN B1), BIOTIN, VITAMIN K1 (PHYTONADIONE), FOLIC ACID, VITAMIN D3 (CHOLECALCIFEROL), VITAMIN B12 (CYANOCOBALAMIN).

How Healthy do you think it is now? Everyone knows that the ingredients are listed according to the amounts in each product, from the greatest to the least. In this ingredient list, Sugar is the second ingredient. Sugar for breakfast? Refined, processed Sugar! Caramel color? This is Not a healthy breakfast, this is a heart attack waiting to happen. This is a diabetics worst nightmare. This is Not fuel for a wonderful body that has worked through the night building and repairing cells to keep us healthy.

If we want to offer ourselves the ability to have a quick yet beneficial meal in the morning, then let's consider some alternatives to Carnation Instant Breakfast.

                                      

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Chocolate + Almond

Serves: 2

INGREDIENTS

1 banana

� cup all-natural almond butter

1 cup almond milk

2 tablespoons unsweetened cocoa powder

1 tablespoon stevia

� cup ice

2 scoops Natures Harvest

Combine all ingredients in a blender; blend until smooth.

Whip up this nutrition-packed smoothie for an on-the-go breakfast, meal-in-a-glass, or satisfying snack.

Nature's Harvest Benefits:

• Provides nutrient-dense plants, fruits and herbs for health and energy.
• Provides 75% of the Daily Value for 18 essential vitamins and minerals.
• Contains green foods, antioxidants, essential fatty acids, nutritive herbs, fiber and more.
• Provides 13 g vegetable protein per serving.
• Supports the intestinal and circulatory systems.
• Is vegan, dairy-free and lactose-free.

Blackberry + Wheat Germ

Serves: 2

INGREDIENTS

1� cups frozen blackberries

1 banana

Benefits: Provides 20 grams of vegetable protein per serving. Provides 75% of the Daily Value of 18 vitamins and minerals. Supports the urinary and circulatory systems. Contains a powerful antioxidant blend. Is free from common allergens, dairy, lactose and gluten. Offers a balanced amino acid profile. Is certified vegan.

1 cup orange juice (fresh juiced or squeezed)

2 tablespoons toasted wheat germ

2 scoops Love and Peas

Combine all ingredients in a blender; blend until smooth, enjoy.

Love and Peas Benefits:

• Provides 20 grams of vegetable protein per serving.
• Provides 75% of the Daily Value of 18 vitamins and minerals.
• Supports the urinary and circulatory systems.
• Contains a powerful antioxidant blend.
• Is free from common allergens, dairy, lactose and gluten.
• Offers a balanced amino acid profile.
• Is certified vegan.

Finally, I found this one online and thought it was great. Give any of these recipes a try and please let us know how you enjoyed your Healthy Breakfast Smoothies!

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Healthy Healing Whole Food Banana and Oat Smoothie

Whip up this nutrition-packed smoothie for an on-the-go breakfast, meal-in-a-glass, or satisfying snack.
Banana + Oat
Serves: 2

INGREDIENTS
1 banana
� cup low-fat plain yogurt
� cup almond / rice / coconut milk
� cup old-fashioned rolled oats
2 teaspoons flaxseeds
1 tablespoon Agave / Stevia
1 cup ice
For an extra boost also add 2 teaspoons Liquid Chlorophyll
Combine all ingredients in a blender; blend until smooth.

Benefits:
Helps promote the natural blood-cleansing functions of the body.
Strengthens cells.
Promotes a strong immune response.
Supports the intestinal system.
Deodorizes the body, including the bowel.

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