Sometimes quick and easy-to-digest facts are most helpful for improvements in our health.
Too often, we focus in on negative things that we do. I want to give you a quick list of 15 of positive things you can start doing today to improve your health.
1. Sage is Super
Sage, a great flavor-enhancer for foods, truly may make your memory better.
2. Raw is Right
Raw vegetables have natural probiotics and enzymes that help improve digestion [R].
3. Parsley Performs
Eating parsley or parsley seeds may reduce bloating and swelling [R]. This in turn makes you feel better and happier.
4. Is Vitamin E for Me?
Vitamin E is not one vitamin. There are 8 types of vitamin E.
Many people are deficient in this essential antioxidant. Choose natural vitamin E for best health.
5. Love Some Chia
Chia seeds have zero net carbohydrates and are rich in minerals, fiber, and antioxidants.
Chia seeds are great added to yogurts, smoothies, salads, oatmeal and more.
6. Lemongrass Brings the ZZZs
Lemongrass is bright and cheerful in scent, but also brings the chill and relaxation. Lemongrass as essential oil may improve sleep quality and duration [R].
7. Fish Food is Brain Food
Eating fish high in omega 3 fats and fish oil stimulates the production of endocannabinoids [R].
Translation: omega 3 fats are likely protective for the brain and may help serve to repair brain and nerve tissue.
8. Ginger is Gorgeous
Ginger helps reduce symptoms of heartburn and indigestion as well as nausea
9. Orange You Glad You Had an Orange?
Oranges have a pigment called beta-cryptoxanthin that may reduce the risk of arthritis [R].
10. Don’t Be So Sensitive
Food sensitivities cause inflammation in the body and even on the skin.
Identify food sensitivities by removal for at least 3 weeks. Once removed, the body may breathe a sigh of relief by releasing that inflammation [R].
11. Fungus Among Us
Mushrooms aren’t just delicious, they are medicinal.
Edible mushrooms are used around the globe to help the immune system function. They are even are used in cancer treatments in some countries.
12. The Weed that Delivers
Seaweed has precious iodine, which is a nutrient that is deficient in about 75% of Americans.
Lack of iodine may cause damage to the thyroid and breast tissue [R]. If you don’t like seaweed taste, you can supplement with kelp.
13. Cassanova’s Celery
Legends of celery’s potency runs deep. Research is now proving it’s strength.
Celery may help stimulate the growth of nerve stem cells. Celery can be added to smoothies, stir-fry, soups, salads and more.
14. Happy Bugs
Probiotics and fermented foods help make serotonin and GABA, happy brain chemicals [R].
Fermented foods include sauerkraut, kimchi, yogurt, cheeses, kefir, tempeh, natto, and pickles.
15. Oh It’s Oregano!
Oregano as essential oil has potent antimicrobial properties, even anti-viral effects in lab study [R]. Oregano oil may even improve gut function and reduce leaky gut [R].
Use only high-quality Certified Pure Therapeutic Grade oregano oil. Many essential oils use chemical solvents for their extraction, making them unsafe.
Final Thoughts
We have simple tools in our life that can dramatically improve our health.
By adding in a few of these tips, you may see quick improvements in your immunity, mood and more.
As with anything, make sure to check with your doctor before making any major changes in your lifestyle.