Detox Water 4flat Belly

Rodriguez Beth: You use it all together, I lost 22 lbs. in 2 months and drink 3 to 5 glass a day. The cucumber is what eats the fat. I make a pitcher every Sunday and add water to it each time I drink a glass and it will last for 7 days in the ref. Tell the Sat. night and start a new batch the next morning (Sunday).It will make you fell a lot better.

Rae Ferguson: Great stuff, but if you leave skins on lemons, use organic so you're not adding pesticides to your water.

Charles Lucas Jr: *Cucumbers prevent water retention and also have many anti-inflammatory properties. *Lemon provides the cleansing effect of citric acid to help clear out the digestive system. *Oranges contain flavonoids in the peel and juice that stimulate the immune system and protects against a fungi/pests while helping to reduce cholesterol levels.
*Mint helps the body digest more easily and it also soothes any stomach cramps you may have.

Lemons

Lemons are a powerful healing fruit that contain phenomenal antibiotic, antiseptic, and anti-cancer properties. Lemons are rich in vitamins C and B-complex and minerals such as iron, calcium, magnesium, silicon, copper, and potassium. They are considered to be a wonderful tonic and can help to cleanse and detoxify the entire body. Although lemons have an acidic taste they actually have a very strong alkaline reaction on the body and can help to alkalize blood, cells, lymph, organs, and tissues. Lemons are known to help destroy putrefactive bacteria in the mouth and intestines which can help alleviate flatulence, indigestion, and constipation. Lemons contain a compound called limonene which is used to dissolve gallstones and kidney stones and can help to fight oral, lung, skin, breast, stomach, and colon cancer. Lemons are also rich in bioflavonoids which can significantly boost the immune system and reduce inflammation in the body. Lemon juice is known to be particularly beneficial for colds, coughs, sore throats, hiccups, ear infections, fevers, arthritis, heart disease, COPD, atherosclerosis, diabetes, high cholesterol, autoimmune disorders, stroke, and cancer. Topically, lemon juice is a great remedy for wrinkles, warts, toothaches, corns, sunburns, poison ivy, acne, psoriasis, and as a hair rinse and facial astringent. A tall glass of lemon water upon waking is an excellent way to hydrate and cleanse the body first thing in the morning. Fresh lemon in tea and green juice and added to salads, wraps, hummus, guacamole, and nori rolls is another great way to add this healing and nutritious fruit into your diet. Fresh lemons can be found at your local grocery and health food store.

Vitamin A Sources

Foods with Vitamin A
Selected Food Sources of Vitamin A [8]
Food mcg RAE per serving IU per serving Percent
DV*
Sweet potato, baked in skin, 1 whole 1,403 28,058 561
Beef liver, pan fried, 3 ounces 6,582 22,175 444
Spinach, frozen, boiled, ½ cup 573 11,458 229
Carrots, raw, ½ cup 459 9,189 184
Pumpkin pie, commercially prepared, 1 piece 488 3,743 249
Cantaloupe, raw, ½ cup 135 2,706 54
Peppers, sweet, red, raw, ½ cup 117 2,332 47
Mangos, raw, 1 whole 112 2,240 45
Black-eyed peas (cowpeas), boiled, 1 cup 66 1,305 26
Apricots, dried, sulfured, 10 halves 63 1,261 25
Broccoli, boiled, ½ cup 60 1,208 24
Ice cream, French vanilla, soft serve, 1 cup 278 1,014 20
Cheese, ricotta, part skim, 1 cup 263 945 19
Tomato juice, canned, ¾ cup 42 821 16
Herring, Atlantic, pickled, 3 ounces 219 731 15
Ready-to-eat cereal, fortified with 10% of the DV for vitamin A, ¾–1 cup (more heavily fortified cereals might provide more of the DV) 127–149 500 10
Milk, fat-free or skim, with added vitamin A and vitamin D, 1 cup 149 500 10
Baked beans, canned, plain or vegetarian, 1 cup 13 274 5
Egg, hard boiled, 1 large 75 260 5
Summer squash, all varieties, boiled, ½ cup 10 191 4
Salmon, sockeye, cooked, 3 ounces 59 176 4
Yogurt, plain, low fat, 1 cup 32 116 2
Pistachio nuts, dry roasted, 1 ounce 4 73 1
Tuna, light, canned in oil, drained solids, 3 ounces 20 65 1
Chicken, breast meat and skin, roasted, ½ breast 5 18 0

*DV = Daily Value. DVs were developed by the U.S.
Food and Drug Administration (FDA) to help consumers compare the nutrient contents of products within the context of a total diet. The DV for vitamin A is 5,000 IU for adults and children age 4 and older. Foods providing 20% or more of the DV are considered to be high sources of a nutrient. The U.S. Department of Agriculture's (USDA's) Nutrient Database external link icon Web site [8] lists the nutrient content of many foods and provides a comprehensive list of foods containing vitamin A in IUs arranged by nutrient content and by food name, and foods containing beta-carotene in mcg arranged by nutrient content and by food name.

Dietary supplements

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9 Health Benefits of Coconut Water

There are not many beverages in this world that are as compatible to the human body and its hydration needs as coconut water. 
Coconut water is the juice inside a young coconut. Not to be confused with the more common brown hairy ones, it’s the young green coconuts that hold the water. Their water is one of nature’s most refreshing drinks, it is becoming increasingly popular and is now consumed worldwide as people become aware of its nutritious and health benefiting properties. When you open the green, tender, healthy and undamaged coconut. You will find inside it’s clear liquid that is sweet and full of natural sugars, vitamins, minerals, electrolytes, enzymes, amino acids, cytokine, and phyto-hormones. Generally it is the young and slightly immature coconuts that are harvested around 5 to 7 months old that are used to drink. This superdrink is low in calories, naturally fat and cholesterol free and has more potassium than 4 bananas! Not to forget it is super hydrating! These are just a few of the benefits, keep reading for more health benefits of coconut water. Reduces Blood Pressure Because coconut water is a great source of electrolytes it can be used as a balancing mechanism to keep blood pressure down. It has been recommended that by drinking coconut water each morning it will help to balance these electrolytes. Rich in Nutrients – Unlike any other drink out there, coconut water contains 5 essential electrolytes that are present in the human body, including calcium, phosphorous, potassium, magnesium and sodium. Compatible with Human Blood – Because it is isotonic to human plasma, coconut water can be used in extreme emergencies to quickly rehydrate the human body if administered intravenously. It is quite common for the drink to be used third world countries to save human lives.
It slows down ageing – By drinking coconut water it is said to give smoother and more youthful-looking skin. It has been said that it’s a natural source of cytokinins, a group of plant growth hormones that help regulate cell growth, development and ageing. Rich in potassium, antioxidants and lauric acid, cytokinins are said to balance pH levels, strengthen and hydrate connective tissues and could even reduce the risk of age-related diseases. It has also been recommended that if you dab it onto skin you may also reduce acne, cellulite, eczema, stretch marks, wrinkles, age spots and sagging skin. If you do have acne or any other blemishes on the surface of your skin, topical application of coconut water could clear it up and also tone the skin.
Boosts Hydration – The ingredients in coconut water are excellent at hydrating the human body. When endurance exercising or during long periods of physical activity, the human body loses mineral-rich fluids. What coconut water does is replace medium with 294 mg of potassium and 5 mg of natural sugar per glass. In comparison to sports drinks that only contains half of the potassium content and 5 times the amount of processed sugar.
Helps Weight-Loss Efforts – The fat content in coconut water is extremely low, so a high amount can be consumed without the worry of immediately packing on the pounds. It also suppresses your appetite and makes you feel full because of its rich nature.
Helps Digestion – If you suffer from bad digestion, coconut water could help. This is because of its high concentration of fiber, it helps in the prevention of indigestion and lowers the occurrence of acid reflux.
The Ultimate Hangover Remedy – Next time you are feeling tender after an alcohol binge, drink some coconut water to help settle your stomach. It will also replace these essential electrolytes that exit the body if you are experiencing bouts of frequent urination and vomiting.
Anti-Ulcer Properties – Both coconut water and coconut milk show strong anti-ulcer activity against chemicals such as indomethacin, a Non-Steroidal Anti-Inflammatory Drug (NSAID).
Anti-Alzheimer’s Properties – Studies have shown in an animal model of ovariectomy induced menopausal changes, coconut water appeared to prevent the decline of brain estrogen levels, as well as the associated accumulation of Alzheimer’s disease associated plaque in their brains.
How do you drink yours?

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Hemp Milk

Hemp milk? How do you milk a hemp plant? Isn’t that illegal? Won’t I get high? Is it healthy? These are just some of the common questions surrounding the magical world of hemp milk. Lets talk about what hemp milk is and is not along with all the great benefits you are missing out on if you aren’t drinking it.

What exactly is hemp milk?

A more accurate description of this product would be hemp seed milk. Of course because you can’t actually “milk” a hemp plant, this product is made from crushing or grinding hemp seeds, then mixing them with water. The result is a creamy liquid with a slightly nutty flavor that many people say looks and feels like skim milk and tastes similar to almond milk.

Isn’t hemp illegal?

It was, but since February 2014 President Obama has approved hemp to be grown in US. You will also find an assortment of seeds in your local health food store and they can give you more information on which brands taste best when made into milk. You can buy hemp milk already made and refrigerated in most health food type markets. Find out food procedures illegal in Europe but practiced in the USA.

Won’t I (or my kids) get high?

No, hemp seed contains just trace amounts of THC, if any, and that’s the substance in marijuana that gives you that high feeling. Since you aren’t eating or drinking, the “drug” part of the plant, you can’t get high. However, don’t nag your kids about it because they might stop drinking it.

Is it healthy?

Hemp milk is much healthier for the body than animal milk and it is well tolerated. Those who are lactose intolerant will have no problem with hemp milk. This magical drink is loaded with omega 6 and omega 3 essential fatty acids that help reduce cholesterol. It is also loaded with vitamins and minerals such as:

• Magnesium
• Ascorbic acid
• Beta-carotene
• Calcium
• Fiber
• Iron
• Potassium
• Phosphorus
• Riboflavin
• Niacin
• Thiamin

It also contains 10 essential amino acids which make it an excellent form of protein.

Other benefits

Due to the vast number of vitamins, minerals, and protein found in hemp milk, the body responds in kind with a stronger immune system, improved circulation, and benefits to the skin and hair (read also about 8 ways to get great skin), and cholesterol lowering omega fatty acids can mean a healthy heart.

For those who cannot tolerate animal milk or dairy products or those who choose not to consume animal milk for their own reasons and for those who are simply looking for a healthy alternative to cow or animal milk, hemp milk is your magical miracle drink!

Although prepackaged hemp milk is readily available for sale, you don’t need to buy it to enjoy the benefits. Try making your own!  Buy shelled hemp seeds from your local organic or health food store. Mix 1 cup of seeds with 5 or 6 cups of purified water. Mix well in the blender, then taste. If you wish you can add a bit of raw honey or agave nectar to taste and blend again. Once you are satisfied with its flavor and consistency, strain through cheesecloth and there you have it! Homemade hemp milk. Shake well before drinking. This should keep well in the refrigerator for about 4 days.

Don’t throw out the larger seed particles that you strained out of your hemp milk. Collect them and rinse with water. Set out to dry, and then use them as a facial or body scrub. If they seem too harsh for your skin, you can always use them in your compost pile.

Sources:
Collective-evolution.com
Wikipedia.org
Self.com
Globalhealingcenter.com