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Just in Case You Don’t Already Know … Here’s What You Often Get in an SPORTS ENERGY DRINK

maud — Thu, 27 Sep 2018 17:02:49 +0000

Looking for electrolytes, fuel, power and vitamins in your Sports Energy Drink? This video may make you think twice!

Watch the video: a simulated tv commercial …
After watching this video, you may want to visit: Make Your Own Healthy Sports Drink at Home!

Highly recommended: Make Your Own Healthy Sports Drink at Home!

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Tips to Overcome FATIGUE and a Lack of ENERGY Due to IRON DEFICIENCY

maud — Tue, 25 Sep 2018 22:05:05 +0000

Listlessness, breathlessness and a general lack of energy can often be attributed to anemia and iron deficiency. Other occasional symptoms include dizziness, irritability, headaches, lack of concentration, craving for ice, rapid heartbeat, brittle fingernails and toenails, cracked lips, sore tongue, muscle pain and difficulties swallowing.

Iron deficiency is the most common nutrient deficiency in women. This is typically because women need greater amounts of iron than men:
Men need around 8 mg of iron in their daily diet, while women need up to 18 mg (27 mg if pregnant).

Low iron levels can also be caused by menstrual or internal bleeding (ulcers, hemorrhoids, colon cancer) or an absorption problem known as celiac disease.

It’s important to know the following:

Iron is a mineral that works with other substances to create hemoglobin, the compound that carries oxygen in the blood.

Iron absorption can be impaired by very high-fiber diets, alcohol, the tannic acid in tea and concentrated sources of calcium (for example, calcium supplements).

The best source of iron is red meat, with smaller amounts in chicken and fish. Iron is also present in plant foods such as legumes, nuts, whole grain breads and cereals, and green leafy vegetables, but it is not absorbed as well from these foods.

Eating foods rich in Vitamin C alongside iron-rich foods can improve iron absorption.

Learn more about the best sources of iron on the next page …

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Popular Homemade CRANBERRY ENERGY DRINK Recipe

maud — Wed, 19 Sep 2018 01:28:17 +0000

It’s really easy to make your own energy drink, and you’ll undoubtedly find that it tastes better than the store-bought alternatives. In addition, the homemade version is all-natural (… no artificial flavors, colorings and preservatives) and a lot cheaper!

Here are the ingredients to mix together:

3 cups unsweetened cranberry juice (100 percent juice)
5 cups water
1/2 teaspoon salt
2 tablespoons maple syrup

Optional: 1 star anise. If using this optional ingredient, leave to infuse for one hour then strain.

After mixing all ingredients: refrigerate.

This all-natural homemade energy drink provides a great tasting mix of carbohydrates to fuel your muscles. It also contains electrolytes (sodium and potassium) to help replace what your body loses through sweat.

Source: Jenn

Favorite Popular Protein-Packed PANCAKE BREAKFAST Recipe

maud — Thu, 13 Sep 2018 22:28:04 +0000

Recipes with eggs, yogurt and the odd ingredient for extra nutrients and flavor can be perfect for breakfast. Some ideas for that extra protein ingredient include chia seeds, oatmeal, peanut butter, kale, lentils, spinach, avocado and more.

High-protein breakfast items have become hot items for good reason: Starting your day off with a hearty helping of the stuff has been shown to wake you up, stave off hunger, help you maintain a healthy waistline, and improve your chances of making better food selections throughout the the day.

One of my favorites is a 3-ingredient Peanut Banana Pancake recipe with 17 grams of protein from Lee Hersh on the next page …

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This is When SKIPPING BREAKFAST May Be Good for You! (Video)

maud — Thu, 13 Sep 2018 16:08:17 +0000

Skipping breakfast in the morning can be good for you, but not all of the time. Dr. Axe explains why in this video, and also explains how to make breakfast the most important meal of the day — if and when you eat breakfast!

Because your body hasn’t been fueled in a half day from sleeping, your body needs nutrients to start your day. I would personally recommend starting with a superfood smoothie. There are plenty of other options too like a healthy omelet or sprouted oatmeal, but I would recommend a superfood smoothie which includes: coconut milk, a good source of protein like protein powder, chia seed or flax seed, and berries. Some spinach, kale, or green superfood powder are optional.

Dr. Axe explains that intermittent fasting can be beneficial and healthy. Then you may want to skip breakfast …

Watch the video to learn more!

Secondly I want to go over intermittent fasting. Some people have asked me if it’s healthy to skip breakfast through fasting. Yes, it can be healthy, but I don’t think it’s healthy to do all the time and for specific people. However, fasting can have benefits by allowing your body to rest and recover. So sometimes skipping breakfast can be beneficial, however breakfast can also be the most important meal of the day.

Image: Lee Hersh

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HERE IT IS! – 4 Ways to WAKE UP Without a Cup of Coffee

maud — Wed, 12 Sep 2018 21:29:10 +0000

Coffee in the morning is how half of the adults in the U.S. wake up and get started every day. This habit isn’t all that bad since drinking coffee appears to lower the risk for diabetes, depression and some cancers.

Nevertheless, drinking coffee isn’t the only way to energize yourself for the day ahead. Here are 4 other ways to invigorate your sleepy mornings.

1. Chomp on an Apple

Taking a bite of this energizing fruit is a delicious way to jolt your body into gear. Apples contain natural sugars and other carbohydrates that can help stabilize your blood sugar. Other fruits, like bananas and oranges, will do the same. Pair a fruit with a protein, like a serving of Greek yogurt, for sustained satiety.

See more ways on the next page …

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Annie’s Awesome Citrus Coconut ENERGY DRINK Recipe!

maud — Wed, 12 Sep 2018 00:43:13 +0000

Annie obviously spent a lot of time fine-tuning this tasty recipe that uses both coconut water and coconut oil for the nutty, sweet flavor. Dates pack the blended drink with fiber and plenty of natural sugar.

Ingredients:

400 ml mineral water or young coconut water (this one is the ideal but unfortunately not widely available)

½ tsp extra virgin coconut oil

1½ tsp fresh lime juice

1 tsp fresh lemon juice

2 medjool dates (stones removed)

1½ tsp agave nectar

pinch of sea salt

Bonus tip: Put the left-over lime peels in the fridge as a deodorant!

Source: Annie Taylor Chen

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[Video] “INTERMITTENT FASTING” for Quick Weight Loss (… or Maybe Not!)

maud — Tue, 11 Sep 2018 21:42:00 +0000

Here’s a surprising video from Freelee (the “Banana Girl”) about Intermittent Fasting and weight loss results.

First of all, it’s good to know that Intermittent Fasting is a nutritional weight-loss strategy that alternates periods (hours) of fasting with non-fasting. It’s often combined with high-intensity exercising with short rest intervals. Combining the two has been shown to inhibit the development of chronic diseases such as obesity, diabetes, hypertension, dementia, and even cancer.

Freelee tells how she has been following an Intermittent Fasting routine by not eating on Mondays, and what the results have been:

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[Video] Aspyn Shows How to Make Yummy “APPLE PIE” PANCAKES and More

maud — Tue, 11 Sep 2018 13:03:26 +0000

Here are some more quick and healthy breakfast recipes to get you started in the morning — my favorites are the apple pie pancakes and cinnamon roll waffles!

Aspyn shows you how in the video:

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When Do You NEED ELECTROLYTES? Here’s the Answer (and My Reco!)

maud — Mon, 10 Sep 2018 23:46:55 +0000

You’ve undoubtedly heard that you need to replenish your electrolytes, especially after a workout. But what are electrolytes, why do we need them and what’s the best way to maintain them in our body?

What are Electrolytes?

There are tons of electrolytes out there, but in our bodies they are basically calcium, sodium, potassium, magnesium chloride, hydrogen phosphate (a mineral) and hydrogen carbonate (a salt).

Why do we need Electrolytes?

Electrolytes are vital for survival. Not only could we not function if we didn’t have them, if we dilute them too much, it can lead to death by “water poisoning.” They regulate our nerve and muscle function, our hydration, the pH of our blood, rebuilding damaged tissue, and determining blood pressure. One example of their job would be in order for a muscle to contract-from your heart to the tiniest toe muscle- it needs the electrolytes calcium, sodium, and potassium.
Too little and muscles become weak, too much and they over contract.

Go to the next page to learn WHEN we need to replenish Electrolytes in our body …

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maud – Top Morning Recommendations

Just in Case You Don’t Already Know … Here’s What You Often Get in an SPORTS ENERGY DRINK

Tips to Overcome FATIGUE and a Lack of ENERGY Due to IRON DEFICIENCY

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Popular Homemade CRANBERRY ENERGY DRINK Recipe

Favorite Popular Protein-Packed PANCAKE BREAKFAST Recipe

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This is When SKIPPING BREAKFAST May Be Good for You! (Video)

HERE IT IS! – 4 Ways to WAKE UP Without a Cup of Coffee

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Annie’s Awesome Citrus Coconut ENERGY DRINK Recipe!

[Video] “INTERMITTENT FASTING” for Quick Weight Loss (… or Maybe Not!)

[Video] Aspyn Shows How to Make Yummy “APPLE PIE” PANCAKES and More

When Do You NEED ELECTROLYTES? Here’s the Answer (and My Reco!)

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