Sue Hardman

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Non-stick pans are they making you ill?

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Non-stick pans are a health hazard!

Non-stick pans (amongst other things) are coated with a synthetic polymer (containing  PFC’s) known as Teflon. If you’re hoping to lead a healthier lifestyle, then cooking is an essential part of your day. So when it comes to something your doing daily, it does make sense for you to use what is good for you and your family.

As a busy working mum, I used to be a fan of non-stick pots and pans because they are easy to clean and save me time. I’m always looking at ways that I can eliminate unnecessary exposure to chemicals because of the effects these have on my health.

Studies have linked PFOA (a type of PFC) used in your non-stick cookware, to reduced fertility and thyroid problems.

In a 2009 study, women with high levels of PFC chemical, named PFOS, reported taking longer to get pregnant. Another report, published in the Journal of the American Medical Association, links the non-stick polymer, to impaired immune responses in children making them  more vulnerable to diseases.

According to the Center for Disease Control and Prevention (US) PFC’s are so pervasive and so persistent that 98 percent of Americans carry them in their bodies.

Manufacturers warn you to avoid high heat when cooking on Teflon. However, the Environmental Working Group (EWG) commissioned tests in 2003 which showed that in just 2 – 5 minutes on a stove top, Teflon and other non-stick surfaces could exceed temperatures at which the coating breaks apart and emits toxic particles and gases that leach into your food.

Safer Alternatives

I’ve compiled a list of some options for you to consider. Some of them have been around a while others are newer:-

Safer, although more difficult to clean:-

  • Bare Cast iron is extremely durable and it will with stand high temperatures. To improve it’s non-stick finish you need to season with oil. These pans are heavy and difficult to clean. You do need to make sure they don’t rust and avoid cooking acidic foods, such as tomatoes, lemons or cranberries.
  • Glazed clay is a natural cooking alternative – it’s inert and does not leach into food, it holds heat and moisture, and it helps retain nutrient content. However, clay cookware is less durable and needs extra care to protect the life span of the product.

I often use a glazed clay tagine. My family and friends love the delicious tender casseroles it makes. Click on the image for more on these.

  • Stainless steel – leaching in stainless steel is generally thought to be less of a risk than aluminium or copper. Make sure it’s good quality. Things do stick to stainless steel. If your pots are worn or damaged metals can migrate into your foods.

Safer and easier to clean:-

  • Glassware – pyrex or corningware, non-reactive, meaning they won’t leach chemicals into your food.
  • Coated Cast Iron – It is enamelled non-stick cast iron cookware and bakeware i.e. Le Creuset or Staub, they are both quite heavy and you will pay for the quality too! Staub has potentially a superior non-stick enamel surface to Le Creuset
  • Green earth – While doing my research for alternative High Quality Non-stick easy cleaning pans I found this new Non-Stick Technology, it uses a coating called, thermolon. It is temperature resistant up to 450°C. No toxic fumes are released if overheated with 0% PFC’s released.

 

 

NB: Avoid aluminium – as it’s soft and highly reactive metal that can leach into your food, especially when you are cooking with acidic ingredients. Aluminium salts are associated with impaired visual motor coordination and Alzheimer’s disease.

 

If you’re struggling with any kind of hormone imbalance, tiredness, low energy or wanting to lose your excess weight. I’ve  put together a FREE guide for you, so you can start to learn how and why specific foods, and drinks, can help you have more energy and lose weight naturally. 

You’ll find it is easy to add these ingredients into your diet on a daily basis – get your downloadable guide here

In fact, at the end, I’m going to share one simple recipe you can make in under five minutes that incorporates all of these foods.

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Glowing Skin Is An Inside Job

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The Essential’s To Having Healthy, Glowing Skin

We’ve all heard the expression “you are what you eat”, and your skin is no exception. Glowing skin isn’t just an outside job.

As a Naturopath, I’ve had first hand experience with acne in my teens and twenties, along with bad skin pigmentation when I was pregnant.

I also believe that we can do a lot to reduce the effects of ageing and actually regenerate our skin. I’ve seen first-hand that your skin is a mirror of your internal health. The right nutrients can make all the difference; especially as we age…they’re essential to glowing skin.

Simple Fact:  Your skin is your largest organ. It’s your protective covering and your first line of defence to fight illness and disease. It is also a passageway to your bloodstream. That being said, what you apply topically on your skin, as well as what you eat, will affect the overall health & appearance of your skin.

So let’s get started from the inside out.

A quote from a well known skin doctor: “Certain foods have powerhouse ingredients that keep skin supple and smooth and help fight age-related damage”, says Nicholas Perricone, MD, a board-certified dermatologist and author of “Ageless Face, Ageless Mind”.

First off, we need to HYDRATE the skin. That means drinking plenty of water. You need at least the recommended 6-8 glasses/day. If you are physically active, live in a warm climate, or feel thirsty, you may need to up your daily intake. Also, as we age, skin tends to become dehydrated a lot more quickly, causing it to wrinkle, so ample hydration is key.

Eat your superfoods! If it’s good for your health, it’s good for your skin too! Some examples:

  • Stress relieving foodOmega-3 fatty acids are found in fatty fish, such as herring, sardines, and salmon. Other sources of omega-3s include flaxseeds & walnuts. Omega-3s are known to decrease inflammation and may reduce the risk of acne and other skin problems.
  • Vitamin C helps produce collagen & prevents cells from damage caused by free radicals. Great sources are oranges, pineapples, tomato, strawberries, & bell peppers.
  • Vitamin E helps limit sun damage & signs of aging. Avocados and Almonds are a terrific source of Vitamin E.
  • Vitamin A revitalises skin by increasing cell production and rebuilds tissue. Eggs and dark leafy greens are good choices.
  • Beta-Carotene is needed for growth & repair of tissue. It is found in abundance in orange foods like carrots, sweet potato, pumpkin, and cantaloupe.
  • Other fabulous foods to include to boost your skin health:  dark leafy vegetables, avocados, mushrooms, berries, and, surprise, surprise dark chocolate.

Did you know that your skin is a “breathable” organ? 
Up to 60% of what you apply topically on your skin will be absorbed into your bloodstream, and children absorb even more than that!!!!

Imagine that products you’ve been using for years actually contain harmful ingredients and could damage your health. If so, your first instinct would be to find a healthier alternative, pronto!

Heightened awareness and potential dangers have caused consumers to take a closer look at what they put on their skin and demand safer alternatives.

Many cosmetic companies do NOT list their ingredients, aka toxic chemicals, because they are not required to do so. Several of these toxic chemicals are linked to a host of problems including:  allergies, skin rashes, cancer, headaches, fertility & reproductive issues, birth defects, hormone inhibitors, and more.

Some toxic chemicals that should be avoided:

  • Parabens – often found in many personal care products. parabens are hormone inhibitors & believed to accelerate tumor growth
  • Artificial fragrance & color – may trigger allergies, asthma, and some colors contain lead & harmful dyes
  • Toulene – found in nail polish, hair color products, and some fragrances, this chemical is linked to kidney & liver damage, which may affect fetal growth
  • Sodium Lauryl Sulfate/Sodium Laureth Sulfate – a foaming agent found in shampoos and body/facial washes, it dries out the skin & is linked to eczema, hair- loss, rashes, and dry and scaly skin. (not to mention the effect on fish that are exposed when it ends the water system)
  • Formaldehyde – used as a preservative, formaldehyde is known by several different names & should be avoided at all costs, as the side effects are numerous
  • PEG’s – found in numerous skin & personal care products, this is anti-freeze and should be used in for your car, not your skin!
  • Paraffin/Mineral Oil/Petrolatum – clogs pores, causing toxic build-up ( favourite in baby oil and found in vaseline!)
  • Phthalates – found in plastics, it is a known hormone disruptor
  • Triclosan – used in anti-bacterial products, it is a pesticide, harmful to the environment, and a suspected carcinogenic
  • Sunscreens –Google some of those ingredients and you will see that they cause possible damage to DNA and many are known carcinogens

*****Of course, there are more, but you get the point. If you wouldn’t EAT it, it doesn’t belong on your SKIN.*****

 

If you’re struggling with any kind of hormone imbalance, tiredness, low energy or wanting to lose your excess weight. I’ve  put together a FREE guide for you, so you can start to learn how and why specific foods, and drinks, can help you have more energy and lose weight naturally. 

You’ll find it is easy to add these ingredients into your diet on a daily basis – get your downloadable guide here

In fact, at the end, I’m going to share one simple recipe you can make in under five minutes that incorporates all of these foods.

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Get your copy of the FREE guide:
5 Foods that will help boost Your Energy Levels and Lose Weight Naturally.

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Health and happiness,

Sue

Toxins – 5 Ways To Reduce Them In Your Home

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So you’ve heard about detoxing your body to eliminate internal toxins but what about your home?

The common household and body-care products we use are increasingly being found to have negative health effects on the nervous, immune, reproductive systems, endocrine, cardiovascular and respiratory systems.

The average home contains 500-1,000 chemicals, many of which we are unable to see, smell or taste. Making your home healthier and greener doesn’t have to be expensive, or overwhelming.

Just a few changes can improve the health of your home and everyone in it.

Taking more care to reduce our exposure to external toxins, by detoxing our living space allows the body’s own detoxification to function more efficiently.

Strengthening your body’s resilience to the daily onslaught of toxins impacts your health.

Here are a few ways you can you cut down your exposure to these chemicals and other potential household risks.

Mistake ♯ 1. Plastic bottles, containers and wrap. Plastic releases chemicals that are hormone disruptors, according to many studies.

What to do instead: If you use a lot of bottled water consider this, they’re no good for the environment and bad for your health. Try replacing your plastic for glassware or heavy duty plastic water bottles which are designed to be safely used, again and again. Avoid putting hot or acidic food in plastic, and never microwave them.

Mistake ♯ 2. Even if you live in a place where drinking water is considered good the following contaminants are not usually removed – chlorine, E. coli, pesticides.

What to do instead: Filtered tap water is a better choice than tap water. Simply filtering your tap water can remove lots of these pollutants. A simple jug water filter system may be all you need for drinkable water. There are also filters that attach to a tap or to the plumbing system.

It’s a ‘better safe than sorry’ approach.” You’ll also cut down on waste in landfills by not buying – and then tossing – plastic bottles.

Mistake ♯ 3. Skip antibacterial soap, new research has also shown that triclosan, the main ingredient in antibacterial soap, has the potential to affect sex hormones and interfere with the nervous system.

Antibacterial products contain harsh chemicals like triclosan, which has been linked to liver toxicity and ends up in water sources.

What to do instead: Studies show washing your hands with plain soap is just as effective or try making your own antibacterial spray using tea tree and lavender essential oils they have powerful antibacterial and antiviral properties.

Some researchers believe that the quest for hyper-cleanliness may have led to weakened immune systems, and possibly to more cases of asthma and allergies.

Mistake ♯ 4. Indoor air quality can be worse than outdoors, let your home “breathe.” Open your windows as often as you can, open your curtains and let in the sunlight, a natural antibacterial agent.

Plants that remove toxins in your homeWhat to do instead: Use natures air purifiers – plants.

While most plants take away oxygen at night, the snake plant (or Mother-In-Laws Tongue) gives off oxygen at night, it is extremely low maintenance, tolerant of irregular watering and less lighting, and has the potential to absorb airborne chemicals.

Mistake ♯ 5. Wearing outdoor shoes around your home, particularly relevant if you have a lot of carpets or small children crawling on the floor.

What to do instead: Leave your shoes at the door so that you’re not spreading outdoor pollutants and additional toxins throughout the house. Go barefoot or wear slippers. Place floor mats vertically by your entryways to wipe your shoes. This way more dirt and residue from your shoes stays on the mat. This is the easiest thing you can do, and costs you nothing.

Something else to consider: Is your body trying to tell you something? Do you often look & feel tired, have dark circles under your eyes, or wake up feeling sluggish?

Because Toxins are unavoidable, maybe your body needs a cleanse. So every once in a while it’s a good idea remove them with the structure and support of a fresh food detox!

 

If you’re struggling with any kind of hormone imbalance, tiredness, low energy or wanting to lose your excess weight. I’ve  put together a FREE guide for you, so you can start to learn how and why specific foods, and drinks, can help you have more energy and lose weight naturally. 

You’ll find it is easy to add these ingredients into your diet on a daily basis – get your downloadable guide here

In fact, at the end, I’m going to share one simple recipe you can make in under five minutes that incorporates all of these foods.

5foods-loss-weight

Get your copy of the FREE guide:
5 Foods that will help boost Your Energy Levels and Lose Weight Naturally.

HERE

This Love Your Body Detox Program will take you step-by-step through a simple detox that will make a huge difference in how you feel and look – in just 14 days!

Find out more HERE

 

 

Are you allergic, hungover? Does your liver need more support?

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Tips to use to reduce the effects of alcohol.

If you’re one of those people that suffers a little after a drink or two, by following a few of these guidelines and supporting your liver you can reduce the effects of alcohol and make your recovery a lot quicker.

Avoiding alcohol is the obvious recommendation, however there are ways you can include preparation and prevention, especially when it's the holidays and the season for celebrating.

Maybe you're allergic, not hungover?

If you follow all these tips and your hangovers are still terrible then you might find that you’re allergic or sensitive to the yeast in beer, a certain type of grape or the sulphites in wine. 

It’s a good idea to consciously choose which alcohol suits you better and avoid the pain or using a process of elimination!!

Alcohol can cause the stomach lining to feel inflamed, and you can find out more about inflammation, it’s effects and how to mange it.

Before and during the event: -

Avoid drinking on an empty stomach. Plan ahead!! Always eat a meal before drinking to reduce the risk of inflammation from alcohol. 

  • You’ve probably heard this before …. water is essential, have a glass of water with each alcoholic drink it dilutes the alcohol, speeds up elimination and stops dehydration.
    • TOP TIP – take a teaspoon of glutamine in water before a night out to protect your gut it can really make a difference for some. Or you can try slippery elm powder, it’s a traditional herbal remedy that helps protect, soothe and heal inflamed mucous membranes, including those lining the throat, stomach and digestive tract. mix a teaspoon of slippery elm powder with yoghurt, or mash into a banana.  
    • Don’t mix your drinks make it a wine night or a spirit night. In general, the less colourants and additives you add to your drinks the better try and keep it clear i.e. white wine, vodka or gin. It is of course an individual thing so get to know your body and which one has least effect on you.

    • Take the herb Milk thistle it protects and detoxifies the liver. 

    • Take N-Acetyl-Cysteine NAC – is an amino acid that will increase glutathione (the master antioxidant) - helping your liver to break alcohol.  It's found in poultry, oats, dairy, garlic, onions and brussels sprouts, although higher amounts may be needed to provide optimal support following alcohol consumption.  Take 25 – 50mg daily throughout the festive season.  You can also take NAC in higher amounts 30 minutes before you have a drink to help reduce the toxic effects of alcohol.

    • Magnesium - an essential mineral, is easily depleted by alcohol.  It has anti-inflammatory effects thereby helping to reduce symptoms of a heartaches and hangovers.  Supplement daily with 25 – 50mg magnesium to keep sufficient levels.

    • B Vitamins - Alcohol depletes B vitamins, at the same time they're essential to help clear it from the body.  Supplement with a B complex.

    • When you get home: -
      • With a large glass of water – take another milk thistle, Vitamin C, B Complex and either fish oils or evening primrose oil.
      • Eat something to help replace nutrients like mixed fruit juice, smoothies, or a slice of toast with peanut butter.
      • Take a teaspoon of bicarbonate of soda in a glass of water with some lemon juice. This helps to alkalise the acidity in your body caused by drinking, and fight symptoms of your hangover.

    Next Day:-

    • Replace lost electrolytes.  Keep coconut water handy, it rehydrates the body more effectively than water due to the electrolytes in it. Dehydration is one of the primary causes of headaches, especially hangover headaches.

    • Make your own Rehydration ‘morning after’ Drink - ½ lemon, pinch of salt, a teaspoon of honey to water helps replace the sodium and glycogen lost the night before. The likes of tea and coffee will just further dehydrate you. Squeeze in the juice of the lemon and add the salt and honey, with a splash of hot water from the kettle, and mix until the salt and honey are dissolved, top up with cold water and drink immediately.

    Breakfast Cures

    • Avoid the traditional fry up – the cooked fats are difficult to digest and hard on the liver, your body does not need additional work whilst it’s trying to heal itself. Rather, opt for a breakfast which contains foods that will help repair the damage.
    • Poached eggs on wholegrain toast, with onions and beans help support liver pathways, breakdown toxins and elimination. Egg yolks contain large amounts of cysteine, which breaks down acetaldehyde, one of the culprits behind a hangover
    • Porridge with chopped banana is a good hangover food as both contain crucial B vitamins which help reduce the stress your body is under. The banana will also help restore lost potassium.
    • Fruit Smoothie made up from natural yogurt, banana and berries is a great hangover cure because dairy is another good source of cysteine and works well paired with high vitamin C fruit. 
    • A freshly home-made juice containing apple, carrot and beet root with added ginger. Brightly coloured fruits and vegetables are a rich source of natural antioxidants, providing your body with a much-needed antioxidant hit.

    Although exercise may be the last thing you want to do, however gentle exercise - like yoga or walking will help stimulate circulation, get your brain functioning and encourage the release of happy endorphins that tend to be low the morning after the night before, also known as the ‘alcohol blues’.

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    Disclaimer: The advice in this blog is not intended to be a substitute for medical advice from a qualified, licensed professional, please consult your medical doctor if you have persistent symptoms.

     

    Milk thistle – the best liver loving herb!

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    Milk thistle is most often considered a weed, however it’s uses as a medicinal herb far exceed this.

    Although the use of  milk thistle goes back as far as Dioscorides who used it for snake bite (Mills and Bone, 2000 p. 554), the seeds have been used for centuries in mainland Europe in treating mostly liver disorders.

    The Eclectics in the U.S. also used it for the spleen, liver and kidneys and liver diseases in Pakistan and Bulgaria (Morgan, 2005 p.1). The plant is edible and the stalk and young leaves were often eaten as a salad.

    What is milk thistle good for?

    Milk thistle is an excellent antioxidant, has anti-inflammatory properties and is commonly used to detoxify the liver.Milk Thistle

    The active ingredient, silybum marianum is a flavonoid that when used as an extract or in supplement form has cell regenerating benefits. 

    Milk thistle is a true liver tonic and is a powerful detoxifier, and it boosts protective antioxidant levels in your liver cells.

    Milk thistle seeds are especially useful to detoxify and support your liver whenever you are exposed to chemicals in your drinking water or beauty products, alcohol, pesticides in your food, or prescription medications as it has been shown to decrease and even reverse damage to your liver.

    The liver performs many essential functions in your body including:

    – acting as a “blood purifier,” cleaning your blood continuously
    – detoxifying and removing harmful substances
    – it aids in hormone production
    – releases glucose giving your body energy
    – releases bile into your small intestine so fat can be absorbed from foods

    How does milk thistle protect your liver?

    It prevents tissue scarring and toxins from binding to the cells found in your liver membrane. It also stimulates protein synthesis in the liver, helping with the formation and growth of healthy new cells by inhibiting inflammatory chemicals in your liver (Thamsborg et al., 1996).

    When your liver is overwhelmed it can create various symptoms like PMS, irritability, skin itching, heat sensations, digestive problems, bitter taste in the mouth, fatigue, headaches (hangovers) and the tendency to react negatively to some drugs or herbs.

    So if your liver isn’t functioning properly you can see where all the problems can start!

    In European hospitals it has been used when someone has taken the death cap toadstool (Amanita phalloides), due to it’s ability to reverse toxic liver damage and protect against toxic liver agents.

    Milk thistle’s (Silymarin) also has numerous other benefits.

    1. It’s been is associated with decreasing the risk for cancer by boosting the immune system, fighting DNA damage and reversing tumor growth.

    2. Supports heart health and helps to lower cholesterol levels by reducing inflammation, cleaning your blood and preventing oxidative stress in the arteries.

    3. It has been reported through clinical studies that the antioxidants, can help control symptoms of diabetes by decreasing blood sugar levels in insulin-resistant patients.

    4. Helps to purify the body of metabolic waste, thereby regulating the function of the gallbladder, kidney and spleen.

    5. Studies show that phytochemicals, like those found in silymarin of milk thistle, are effective at inhibiting UV stress on the skin.

    6. The antioxidants help prevent free radical damage throughout the body and remove pollutants and waste from the blood and digestive tract, it can actually slow the aging process – on the surface of your skin and within your organs.

    Girl having lunchIn Summary
    Milk thistle is considered a true liver tonic as it is used for treating true liver conditions like hepatitis and cirrhosis.

    The antioxidants in milk thistle are known to protect the liver from toxins, including the effects of chemicals and alcohol.

    Not only has milk thistle (silybum marianum) been found to increase glutathione (a powerful antioxidant that is crucial for liver detoxification), it may reverse liver damage and help to regenerate liver cells by stimulating the growth of healthy new cells.

    Clinical applications of milk thistle include:-

    When clients need liver support I also like to combine milk thistle with other herbs like dandelion root, gotu kola or turmeric root to create a liver tonic which heals, repairs, detoxifies and gently stimulates the liver.

    Serious skin conditions, hepatitis, fatty liver, cirrhosis, ischemic injury, radiation toxicity, and viral hepatitis.

    Safety

    Very safe, occasional digestive upset. Use cautiously (consult your physician) if taking specific drugs which require adequate blood levels, such as cardiac glycosides or cyclosporine.

    DOSAGE:

    • Concentrated standardized silymarin capsules (70-210 mg): one to two pills, two to three times per day

    Something else to consider: Is your body trying to tell you something? Do you often look & feel tired, have dark circles under your eyes, or wake up feeling sluggish?

    Because Toxins are unavoidable, maybe your body needs a cleanse. So every once in a while it’s a good idea remove them with the structure and support of a fresh food detox!

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    8 Simple Ways To Support Your Body’s Daily Detox Processes – it doesn’t have to be extreme!

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    The idea of doing a detox has been around in healing traditions for hundreds of years from the North American Indians to Eastern Ayurvedic therapy.

    These days you have a huge choice of detox diets they can vary in their complexity, expense, deprivation or difficulty. You might choose to do a retreat, a no food juice-only diet or buy yourself a complete detox kit (£169++) that could include a suggested diet and a variety of powders, teas or pills to take.

    Personally I prefer to incorporate simple detoxing or cleansing into my daily routine.

    These are some easy guidelines to follow EVERY DAY to make your BODY healthier and put less pressure on your digestive system. This way your body can cleanse out the toxins without you having to follow an extreme detox routine.

    8 WAYS TO DETOX DAILY:

    1) Water
    Drink water (hot or warm) first thing each morning. Squeeze ½ an organic lemon/lime into a cup to cleanse and purify your digestive system. You can also add grated ginger if you like, especially if you feel like you’re getting a cold.

    Drink 8 glasses of water daily to flush toxins out of your system, add herbal teas or foods with a high water content like watermelon or cucumber.

    2) Green Juice – this is the best detox ever

    Make sure you have a juicer.

    RECIPE IDEA – If you like certain green vegetables then add them, even if it’s not on this list. You can add an apple for taste, don’t go OTT with fruit. Ideally the ingredients should be organic:
    – 1 stalk celery
    – 1/4 head of lettuce (romaine or whatever you can get)
    – 1/4 bunch of spinach/ kale/ or ALL (if you like)
    – 1 whole lemon or lime
    – 1 apple / or 1 pear
    – small bunch of parsley
 /and or small bunch of cilantro (if you like the taste, it is a very good herbal detoxifier).
    – 10cm Ginger root
    – 1 beetroot (great for cleansing blood and removing toxins from digestive system)
    – 2 large carrots
    – 1/2 cup of water.

    Adjust according to taste and personal preference.

    OPTIONAL add a teaspoon of ‘Green Superfood Powder‘ if want an extra detoxifying boost.
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    3) Green Genius
    Eat as many green veggies, daily, as possible (celery, parsley, kelp, spinach, broccoli…)

    4) Herbal Helpers
    Drink organic detox teas like fennel, milk thistle and dandelion they are great for cleansing the liver and kidneys.

    5) Chew your food!
    Sit down with your meal and try to chew your food properly. It doesn’t cost anything and you’re body can expend it’s energy detoxing and cleansing you, instead of processing un-chewed food.

    6) Exercise
    Even 10 mins COUNTS! Make a date with yourself otherwise exercise can slip to the bottom of your to do list. A simple thing like skipping or dancing can immediately make a difference, you’ll have greater energy and you’ll feel more positive.

    7) Eat Apples
    There is so much truth in the saying ‘an apple a day keeps the doctor away’. Apples are one of the best natural cleansers they are rich in natural fibre that binds with toxins and clears them out.

    8) …. oh that reminds me… SLEEP! That’s yet another great tip for ‘detoxing’, your body cleanses while asleep! So make sure you get 7-8 hours of decent sleep every night.

    I know this list may seem daunting to do, what I suggest is that you start by adding one of these ideas to your life every week and before you know it they’ll be part of your lifestyle.

    If some of these concepts are new to you, then even one little change in your lifestyle can make a big difference.

    If you want you want to know how you can be a healthier, more vibrant version of yourself – by having more energy everyday,  improving your mood, having better digestion and getting you’re hormones under control –  any queries or questions, need help then please do drop me a quick email sue@suehardman.com