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My Detox Water

Water is a huge part of my daily routine. Drinking water helps with your immune system and skin, metabolism. The benefits of water are important for the body to maintain normal functions. See https://gracehagedorn.com/2019/05/09/why-i-drink-my-weight-in-water/ for more information.

Whenever, I get a new client I tell them 10-16 oz of filtered water to start the day. My Detox Water is made up of essential nutrients broken down to help with different benefits. I created this drink to start off in the morning because, its helps stimulate and amped up your metabolism and detox your body. Lemon is rich in Vitamin C, which helps reduce muscle and joint pain. Lemon can aid in weight loss and helps boost the immune system and help absorb iron. Adding lemon to my water was crucial for those reasons. Mint can aid with indigestion and stomach ache and is a great source of vitamin A, and antioxidants. Mint can also help the flow of bile which ends in the result of improved digestion. The Lime helps with fighting infections big to small as it can also help control inflammation in the body. The cucumber is packed with antioxidants. It is a very good source for B1, B6, Calcium and Vitamin K, which is good for supporting healthy bones. Cucumber is also a great weight-loss factor and is great for healthy skin and joint health.

There are multiple benefits of Pink Himalayan Salt . The first example is it helps aid in the balance of pH (alkaline/acidity) which in the end helps to reduce acid reflux and having the proper electrolytes throughout the day. More benefits can include it helps the improve circulation and lowering of blood pressure. Pink Himalayan Salt not only allows nutrients to get absorbed but also allows the body eliminate toxins. Finally, the Ginger has many properties that are super beneficial to the body. I used Ginger to help with Nausea and muscle pain. Which is why I added Ginger Root in this recipe. Ginger also has active properties that can help fight infections, also help maintain a strong immune system.

Fun Facts: *

1. Warm Lemon water helps prevent gingivitis and toothaches.

2. 18 Species of mint

3. Ginger can grow up to 4 feet tall.

4. Pink Himalayan Salt Contains 84 trace minerals vital for wellbeing.

Ingredients:

  • 1/2 Lemon
  • 1/2 Lime
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  • 10-14 Fresh Mint Leaves
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  • 2 inches Fresh Ginger Root
  • 1/2 Cucumber
  • Pinch of Himalayan Salt
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Steps:

  1. Cut Cucumber, Lemon, Lime into slices and chop ginger into cubes.

2. Add all ingredients to a large pitcher of filtered water and stir in the fresh mint. Enjoy!

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Why I Drink My Weight In Water

What most people don’t realize there are many benefits of drinking our weight in water. Water can help boost the immune system in many ways and help cleanse your body of wastes. Drinking water everyday is part of my Wellness Regimen. Most people find, by drinking water they are also able to lose weight naturally. Half the time, the body thinks its hungry when really it is thirsty. I always tell my clients Water first, and to always start the day drinking 16oz. The weight loss aspect comes from drinking a lot of water, the body will stop retaining as much. More water more weight loss. Drinking water daily can also help with factors such a,s having more energy and mental focus will increase.

To figure out how much water your body needs a day is your body weight divided by 2. I personally drink 82 oz a day to maintain my health, weight, and skin. This can prevent the body from not going into dehydration mode. When the body is dehydrated it can cause the skin to prematurity wrinkle and be vulnerable to skin disorders. Dehydration can lead to an imbalance of Electrolytes. The importance of electrolytes are they generate cell electricity from Sodium and Potassium.While, drinking water can help with weight loss, it is very ideal to help the functions of the kidneys as well. If they Kidneys don’t function waste products can build up in the body causing damage or failure of the organ or organs. The kidneys help to balance out the Electrolytes in the body to regulate it and keep it stable.

Fun Fact: Adults are 60% Water, and our blood is 90% water .

Enhancing Your Water Flavors: (Here are some ideas to enhance your water flavor. Some but not limited to.)

Fruits/Veg:

  • Cucumber
  • Melon
  • Lemon
  • Lime
  • Pineapple

Herbs:

  • Mint
  • Lavender
  • Basil
  • Rosemary
  • Pink Himalayan Salt
  • Ginger Root

Sources:

  • Water from Tap or Bottle
  • Food with high water content (Such as Cucumbers, Watermelon, Oranges, Soups, Califlower, Grapefruits, Yogurt, Zucchini ect)
  • Milk, Teas and Juices are a good source, however not drinks with high caffeine levels or alcohol levels are not good due to empty calories.

My Favorite Go To Water : Waiakea Water @Waiakea

I choose Waiakea Water as my favorite water, not just because it taste great but also it has beneficial electrolytes and minerals. The water is filtered through volcanic rock from Hawaii. The nutrients in this water helped strengthen bone structure for skin, hair, nails to make them more radiant. It can also help with healthy blood flow throughout the body and radical damage.

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2 Ways for Bone Broth ( Homemade & Store Bought)

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Whenever I feel a cold, I always try to make a huge pot of bone broth. Bone broth is very concentrated in vitamins and minerals to help the immune system. By boiling the bones, the broth absorbs Magnesium (good for bones), Calcium (also good for bone growth and development), Collagen 1 and 2 (helps elasticity of skin, strengthens skin, hair, nails, bones and joints, hydration of skin, maintains firm skin) Glucosamine (helps with joint support), Glycine (can help aid in sleep) and more! Bone broth can also help the gut, and help lining of colon. Bone broth is also known for natural weight loss, and detoxification for body. You can cook with the bone broth or drink it. I drink 1-2 glasses of bone broth a day heated up in a mug, (4-6oz) but when I am sick 2-4 cups.

Homemade Bone Broth-

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Ingredients-

  1. Bones from either Chicken, Grass-fed  beef, Turkey
  2. 1-2 tbsp. of apple cider vinegar (don’t worry you wont taste the ACV afterwards!)
  3. Half a Onion
  4. Baby carrots or assorted color (handful or so)
  5. Herbs (rosemary, thyme, sage, Himalayan Pink Sea Salt)
  6. Filter water and or vegetable broth

Instructions-

  1. Place the bones from either chicken, turkey, or grass fed beef into slow cooker
  2. Add than apple cider vinegar with water to cover bones ( add veggie broth as well)
  3. Wait an hour before stirring the bone broth
  4. Set timer for 2 hours (on high)
  5. Strain broth so veggies don’t mix
  6. Use left over veggies for soup or next meal!
  7. Broth can be stored up to 3-4 days in fridge (or stored in freezer for a later date)

Store Bought (Go-To’s)

  1. Jarrows Formulas

Jarrow-Bone-Broth-PowderboneThis Bone broth is my go to and drink this one regularly everyday. Bone broth benefits are good for joints and the digestive tract. It is powdered drink mix that contains Type I and Type II collagen peptides, cartilage  sulfate, calcium. These nutrients have significant amount of impact on the body and provide nutrients and vitamins that goes beyond homemade broths.

2.                                                                 Imagines Foods

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BoneBroth_ChickBfTurkFor quick on the go, Imagine Foods makes it easy to warm up the bone broth and take it to go. All you need to do is pour some into a glass and warm up. This company is vegan, Non -Gmo, Vegetarian, Soy- Free, Low Sodium, Kosher, Organic, Non- Dairy. Bone Broth is designed to give you a nutritious boost with a good source of protein. Sometimes if I am extra sick, I add my Jarrows Powder to the broth!

 

 

 

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How to get Longer and Thicker Lashes Naturally

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If your eye lashes need an extra boost here are different natural ways to help thicken and lengthen them. It is also important to treat your eyelashes if you wear a lot of mascara or fake eye lashes with the glue. Mascara and fake eye lashes take a major toll on your eyes. I mix all three oils in one small container and put it on my eyes every night before I go to bed!

1.vitamin e enhance1. Vitamin E oil is great to put on your eye lids and lashes every night to promote growth so they can get conditioned. The oil will allow strengthening and thickening of eye lashes as well as eye brows! Make sure the vitamin E oil has jojoba oil as well if it doesn’t it can be mixed with the vitamin E oil. You can use vitamin E oil with jojoba oil but it really helps promote growth to your eye lash. Vitamin E oil also has many other uses such as removing dark spots under eyes, helps reduce appearance of acne and damaged tissue, helps with brittle hair works as a conditioner, lip balm, removes all makeup, and moisturizer. Use vitamin E oil and castor oil and jojoba oil for best results!

 NOW-07713-22. Jojoba Oil is very gentle and great to use all around your eye reign. It is a natural way to stimulate eyelash growth. You can even use it on your eye lashes! You can even use jojoba with  vitamin E oil on your hair and as a moisturizer (day or night), acne and spot treatment, lip balm, makeup remover and hair treatment. Even as a post shaving cream! Use vitamin E oil with Jojoba and Castor for best results!

castor oil3.   Castor oil is very important for thickening and re growing hair. It can help prevent breakage and moisturizes the eye lash by hydrating the tired, brittle, dry lashes. This will help the eyelash to grow full length and height so new lashes will come in easier. Mixing castor oil with both jojoba and vitamin will enhance results. Make sure you get 100% cold pressed. Mixing with Castor oil with jojoba and vitamin E oil will show better results.

shea butter4. Try massaging Shea butter on your eyelids, along the lash line. This will help the blood flow and increase efficient circulation that will help your lashes grow and prevent thinning in the future. If you wear extensions a lot or tryin to repair the lashes from extensions this is an amazing all natural way to repair. Make sure you use 100% raw Shea butter

eye-brush-comb5. Brushing you eye lashes everyday in an upwards motion can help get rid of any clogged pores you have. This helps essential nutrients to reach the follicle. By stimulating the follicles in the eye lashes will help promote growth. Once to twice a day is recommended.

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Benefits of Apple Cider Vinegar

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Apple Cider Vinegar has many benefits regarding your hair, skin and health. Apple Cider Vinegar helps the most with your body’s need and capability to absorb nutrients easier. It is made up of amino acids as well as antioxidants to help promote healthy hair and skin. ACV is also known for reducing blood pressure, migraines, nausea, helps kill certain cancer cells, helps joint pain, helps prevent acne as well  regualtes the pH in you body. Apple Cider Vinegar is simply crushing apples and squeezing out all of the extra liquid.

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Add 1 half apple cider vinegar and the other half water through your hair (1-3 tablespoons). Rinse after 2-3 minutes. You will notice results in a few weeks. Also combining a little apple cider vinegar in your condition helps as well. It helps get rid of all the extra build of with oils that you don’t need.

Drinkable-

Drinking it also has amazing benefits if drank daily. If you mix some apple cider vinegar into water can help reduce bloating and help your body absorb materials more efficiently. ( two tablespoons twice a day with a large cup of water) It is also known to help with weigh loss. One of the major benefits to drinking ACV is reducing acid, may help prevent certain cancers, reduce blood pressure and even help people who have diabetes with blood sugar levels.

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Add 1-2 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar to a glass of water. Swish and rinse out. Apple cider vinegar is a natural antibacterial so it can kill all the bad germs in your mouth.

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Two ways to make Organic Fresh Almond Milk

Almond Milk Vanilla (way one: stovetop):

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I love to make this and keep it in my house if I am in need of extra calcium. Almonds are one of the only system- alkalizing nut. Their benefits include regulating the nervous system, helps support bones, heart and even skin. Fresh almond can also include other great health benefits such as, flushing the body with minerals and proteins, omega 3, and antioxidants.

Ingredients-

  1. Organic Almonds (1 cup)
  2. Vanilla Extract (2 tsp)
  3. Organic Agave in the raw (in the raw) vegan and gluten sweetener(1-2 tsp)
  4. water(4 cups)

Instructions-

  1. Bring a cup of water with almonds to a boil than boil
  2. Drain and wash the almonds with cold water
  3. Add the organic almonds and stir on and off
  4. Peel almonds  (you can leave peel on I prefer mine off ) than add 1 tsp of vanilla, 3 cups of water in blender and blend for about 1-2 mins depending on how thick you want it.
  5. A fine grade mesh bag is needed to pour the milk through
  6. Can be stored up for 3 days !
  7. Enjoy

 

Almond Milk (way two: refrigerator)

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Ingredients-

  1. Organic Almonds (1 cup)
  2. 4 1/2 cups of water
  3. 2 pinches of Himalayan pink salt
  4. 2 teaspoons of honey (or cane sugar)

Instructions-

  1. Put almonds in a bowl and add water to soak over night
  2. Drain nuts the next morning and add to blender
  3. Add the water and Himalayan pink salt  and blend on high for 45 secs (until liquid is milky)
  4. Poor in jar and enjoy!

 

 

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Organic Sweet Potatoe Chips

 

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These chips are my favorite to make during the fall and winter seasons. Not many people know but these snack are gluten-free. Sweet potatoes are also good for carbhoydrates which turns into energy. It is also packed filled with fiber and protein and, has a good amount of vitamins and minerals!

Ingredients:

  1. 2-3 organic sweet potatoes (orange) you can use white but I prefer the orange ones
  2. 2 tablespoons of olive oil (veg  oil can be used)
  3. 2 tablespoon of dried organic rosemary (the fresh rosemary doesn’t keep the same consistency)
  4. Himalayan pink salt or reg sea salt about 2 or 3 small pinches

Instructions:

  1. Before cutting and getting seasoning ready preheat the oven to 350F.
  2. Wash off the dirt from the sweet potatoes and cut very thin to about about 1/4 or smaller pieces
  3. In a bowl mix together the potatoes with the olive oil,rosemary,and salt
  4. Once oven is ready bake for 10 mins, than flip and watch chips (take out golden brown)
  5. Enjoy!