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With all of the Fast Food Restaurants on every corner, it's hard to stay committed to a healthy lifestyle. But, it's because of pure laziness AND unawareness that brings on disease, inflammation and pain within our bodies.
Every living organism on the planet must consume other living organisms for it's life, at least that is how humans USED to live before we started cooking (killing) our wholefoods. So, here is a lost of the Top 10 foods that give you energy so that you can be start to feel GREAT:
1) SPINACH: An easily digestible protein that is super alkalizing and detoxifies the body. This is a very nutrient dense food. It's low in calories yet very high in vitamins, minerals and other phytonutrients. This vegetable can be juiced or mixed in with smoothies or shakes and you will not even notice it's there So, no more excuses if spinach is not your thing'.
2) CELERY: The Earth's #1 inexpensive healer that alkalizes the body because if it's high sodium content. Celery calms the nerve perhaps because of the high calcium content. It's good on kidneys and will help eliminate body's waste through the urine. Celery is also great for pain and inflammation. It can be eating raw in salads or juiced. If you juice it, be sure to keep the pulp and add it to soup or raw crackers.
3) COCONUTS: BABY Coconuts are recommended over the brown ones because they are old and the fat could be rancid. Coconut is highly nutritious and rich in fiber, vitamins, and minerals. It is classified as a "functional food" because it provides many health benefits beyond its nutritional content.
4) APPLES: They don't say "An apple a day keeps the Dr. away" for nothing. Apples keeps your body clean and energized. The are low in protein but they are high in fiber and energy and is a great cell repair. Apples cleans the teeth, strengthens your gum's and will make the cholesterol level lower.
5) GRAPES: These delicious little fruits are great for the lymphatic system, thyroid issues and headaches. Grapes are used to treat constipation, indigestion, fatigue, kidney disorders, macular degeneration and prevention of cataract.
6) KALE: I know this one is a little on the nasty' side, but it's not as bad as you think. I for one hate the taste of kale ALONE, but when mixed with other ingredients can actually taste very good. It's high in protein and chlorophyll. Kale is rich and abundant in calcium, lutein, iron, and Vitamins A, C, and K. It has seven times the beta-carotene of broccoli and ten times more lutein.
7) BANANAS: Bananas are rich in vitamin B6 and they are a good source of fiber, vitamin C, magnesium and potassium. Lack of B6 in a diet can cause weakness, irritability and insomnia. You can do lots of things with bananas such as smoothies, pies, ice cream, and so much more.
8 ) AVOCADO: High in NATURAL fats so use sparingly. Half of an avocado a day should be enough for you. Avocados are good for brain function and lubrication of the joints. Avocados contain "oleic acid", a monounsaturated fat that may help lower cholesterol. Avocado is a good source of potassium, a mineral that helps regulate blood pressure.
9) CUCUMBER: These are great for hydration. Raw cucumber, when applied on the skin, can help reduce heat and inflammation. Cucumber contains silica, which is an important substance for good health and skin. The juice of this fruit is known to contain silica, which enhances skin tone and its texture.
10) Grapefruit: Also moved the lymphatic system and the water goes into your cells and neutralizes acidity. Citric acid of fresh grapefruit juice has an alkaline reaction that increase the alkalinity in the body.
I can go on and on with all of the wonderful RAW and SUPER foods that are out thereand it will cost you an arm and a leg and you may even have to sell one of your kids (joking) just to buy all of these foods. So, that is why I would highly recommend using Shakeology because it has 70 different super food ingredients in one serving.
Do your own research by visiting the Shakeology website.
