Superfood Quotes

I may look small, but my bark AND my bite is BIG. - STRONG by Kailin Gow

I see things in windows and I say to myself that I want them. I want them because I want to belong. I want to be liked by more people, I want to be held in higher regard than others. I want to feel valued, so I say to myself to watch certain shows. I watch certain shows on the television so I can participate in dialogues and conversations and debates with people who want the same things I want. I want to dress a certain way so certain groups of people are forced to be attracted to me. I want to do my hair a certain way with certain styling products and particular combs and methods so that I can fit in with the In-Crowd. I want to spend hours upon hours at the gym, stuffing my body with what scientists are calling 'superfoods', so that I can be loved and envied by everyone around me. I want to become an icon on someone's mantle. I want to work meaningless jobs so that I can fill my wallet and parentally-advised bank accounts with monetary potential. I want to believe what's on the news so that I can feel normal along with the rest of forever. I want to listen to the Top Ten on Q102, and roll my windows down so others can hear it and see that I am listening to it, and enjoying it. I want to go to church every Sunday, and pray every other day. I want to believe that what I do is for the promise of a peaceful afterlife. I want rewards for my 'good' deeds. I want acknowledgment and praise. And I want people to know that I put out that fire. I want people to know that I support the war effort. I want people to know that I volunteer to save lives. I want to be seen and heard and pointed at with love. I want to read my name in the history books during a future full of clones exactly like me. The mirror, I've noticed, is almost always positioned above the sink. Though the sink offers more depth than a mirror, and mirror is only able to reflect, the sink is held in lower regard. Lower still is the toilet, and thought it offers even more depth than the sink, we piss and shit in it. I want these kind of architectural details to be paralleled in my every day life. I want to care more about my reflection, and less about my cleanliness. I want to be seen as someone who lives externally, and never internally, unless I am able to lock the door behind me. I want these things, because if I didn't, I would be dead in the mirrors of those around me. I would be nothing. I would be an example. Sunken, and easily washed away.

Juniper berries are a superfood, which basically makes gin a cold-pressed juice,” he says. “I’m looking out for my health.

...no lifestyle program, superfood, supplement or exercise regime can guarantee optimal health or even the prevention of disease and illness.

You may also have heard that fiber helps prevent kidney stones. But, in a trial with 99 volunteers, researchers at the Kaiser Permanente Medical Center, in Walnut Creek, California, found that a high-fiber, low-purine, low animal-protein diet increased the likelihood of getting another kidney stone—by six times!

Diabetic Diet. The premise of this book is to enable the reader to choose healthy foods by following a healthier more nutritious diet plan.

Living a healthy, joyful life is a gift you give yourself.

Beans SIDEKICKS: All beans are included in this SuperFood category, though we’ll discuss the most popular and readily available beans such as pinto, navy, Great Northern, lima, garbanzo (chickpeas), lentils, green beans, sugar snap peas, and green peas TRY TO EAT: at least four ½-cup servings per week Beans contain: Low-fat protein Fiber B vitamins Iron Folate Potassium Magnesium Phytonutrients

In terms of nutritional content, a tablespoon of chia is like a smoothie made from salmon, spinach, and human growth hormone. As tiny as those seeds are, they’re superpacked with Omega-3s, protein, calcium, iron, zinc, fiber and antioxidants.

We currently know more about superfoods, calories, fat content and food groups than ever before. Yet obesity—and all the awful illnesses that go with it—is more prevalent than ever. So where are we going wrong? And what can we do about it? Well, as one of my favorite experts, the brilliant Dr. Mark Hyman, a physician and bestselling wellness author, said, “We have to cook our way out of this mess.” And this starts with getting back in the kitchen and making all of our meals from scratch.

Royal jelly is the substance that worker bees produce and feed to the queen bee. Because the queen bee is the only bee that is fertile within the colony, laying around 2000 eggs per day, this substance is considered to help promote fertility in humans as well.

Hummus is quick and easy to make. Puree canned garbanzo beans with chopped garlic and olive oil. Bean salads are fast to make. Toss different varieties together for a colorful salad with some fresh herbs and olive oil. Baked beans count, too! Buy or make them without too much

Myth #3: Fasting Causes Low Blood Sugar Sometimes people worry that blood sugar will fall very low during fasting and they will become shaky and sweaty. Luckily, this does not actually happen. Blood sugar level is tightly monitored by the body, and there are multiple mechanisms to keep it in the proper range. During fasting, our body begins by breaking down glycogen (remember, that’s the glucose in short-term storage) in the liver to provide glucose. This happens every night as you sleep to keep blood sugars normal as you fast overnight. FASTING ALL-STARS AMY BERGER People who engage in fasting for religious or spiritual purposes often report feelings of extreme clear-headedness and physical and emotional well-being. Some even feel a sense of euphoria. They usually attribute this to achieving some kind of spiritual enlightenment, but the truth is much more down-to-earth and scientific than that: it’s the ketones! Ketones are a “superfood” for the brain. When the body and brain are fueled primarily by fatty acids and ketones, respectively, the “brain fog,” mood swings, and emotional instability that are caused by wild fluctuations in blood sugar become a thing of the past and clear thinking is the new normal. If you fast for longer than twenty-four to thirty-six hours, glycogen stores become depleted. The liver now can manufacture new glucose in a process called gluconeogenesis, using the glycerol that’s a by-product of the breakdown of fat. This means that we do not need to eat glucose for our blood glucose levels to remain normal. A related myth is that brain cells can only use glucose for energy. This is incorrect. Human brains, unique amongst animals, can also use ketone bodies—particles that are produced when fat is metabolized—as a fuel source. This allows us to function optimally even when food is not readily available. Ketones provide the majority of the energy we need. Consider the consequences if glucose were absolutely necessary for brain function. After twenty-four hours without food, glucose stored in our bodies in the form of glycogen is depleted. At that point, we’d become blubbering idiots as our brains shut down. In the Paleolithic era, our intellect was our only advantage against wild animals with their sharp claws, sharp fangs, and bulging muscles. Without it, humans would have become extinct long ago. When glucose is not available, the body begins to burn fat and produce ketone bodies, which are able to cross the blood-brain barrier to feed the brain cells. Up to 75 percent of the brain’s energy requirements can be met by ketones. Of course, that means that glucose still provides 25 percent of the brain’s energy requirements. So does this mean that we have to eat for our brains to function?

Over the years, I’ve been told that meat is an important protein; meat is bad for you; the best way to lose weight is to eat a high-protein diet; the best way to lose weight is to eat a vegan diet; juicing is good for you; juice cleanses are pointless; someone with my blood type should eat only lamb, mutton, turkey, and rabbit, and avoid chicken, beef, ham, and pork; bacon is okay; bacon is bad for you; consuming fat helps you lose weight; all fats should be avoided or used minimally; yogurt helps your digestion; yogurt has no impact on your digestion; calcium from dairy is good for you; dairy is bad for you; gluten is no problem for people without celiac disease; everyone should be gluten-free; kale is a superfood; too much kale can actually result in a thyroid condition causing you to gain weight; and using non-natural toothpaste can cause bloating of up to five pounds.

When a middle school teacher in San Antonio, Texas, named Rick Riordan began thinking about the troublesome kids in his class, he was struck by a topsy-turvy idea. Maybe the wild ones weren’t hyperactive; maybe they were misplaced heroes. After all, in another era the same behavior that is now throttled with Ritalin and disciplinary rap sheets would have been the mark of greatness, the early blooming of a true champion. Riordan played with the idea, imagining the what-ifs. What if strong, assertive children were redirected rather than discouraged? What if there were a place for them, an outdoor training camp that felt like a playground, where they could cut loose with all those natural instincts to run, wrestle, climb, swim, and explore? You’d call it Camp Half-Blood, Riordan decided, because that’s what we really are—half animal and half higher-being, halfway between each and unsure how to keep them in balance. Riordan began writing, creating a troubled kid from a broken home named Percy Jackson who arrives at a camp in the woods and is transformed when the Olympian he has inside is revealed, honed, and guided. Riordan’s fantasy of a hero school actually does exist—in bits and pieces, scattered across the globe. The skills have been fragmented, but with a little hunting, you can find them all. In a public park in Brooklyn, a former ballerina darts into the bushes and returns with a shopping bag full of the same superfoods the ancient Greeks once relied on. In Brazil, a onetime beach huckster is reviving the lost art of natural movement. And in a lonely Arizona dust bowl called Oracle, a quiet genius disappeared into the desert after teaching a few great athletes—and, oddly, Johnny Cash and the Red Hot Chili Peppers—the ancient secret of using body fat as fuel. But the best learning lab of all was a cave on a mountain behind enemy lines—where, during World War II, a band of Greek shepherds and young British amateurs plotted to take on 100,000 German soldiers. They weren’t naturally strong, or professionally trained, or known for their courage. They were wanted men, marked for immediate execution. But on a starvation diet, they thrived. Hunted and hounded, they got stronger. They became such natural born heroes, they decided to follow the lead of the greatest hero of all, Odysseus, and

Contrary to the impression given by the health pages of newspapers, the greatest single nutritional shortfall in our diets right now is not our failure to eat enough ‘superfoods’, whatever those might be. It is the iron deficiency of girls.

Nearly all the rice protein used in superfoods and supplements sold in North America still comes from China and other Asian nations where product testing is virtually nonexistent. “To my knowledge, no company offering these products has yet been able to provide its customers an accurate ‘country of origin

experiencing occasional oxalate-related aches and pains somewhere in your body. Do you tend to get a stiff neck? In those of us with dietary oxalate overload, pain, knots, or stiffness in the top of the shoulders or in the upper or lower back are typical. Some people experience chronic or intermittent joint inflammation, gout, arthritis, carpal tunnel syndrome, or a more generalized

Really fresh high- quality eggs are a great source of protein, natural fat, vitamins, and minerals. “Superfood” is an overused term, but eggs actually earn the title. They’re loaded with key nutrients like choline—essential for brain health and often deficient in plant-based diets—and lutein and zeaxanthin, which support eye health. For most people, it’s fine to consume two good-quality eggs a day. Spend more to get the best-quality eggs you can find. The language you’re looking for is “hormone-free and pasture-raised” (“free range

Jane and Noah fell silent as she opened it to the first page, a vibrant watercolor of a forest-green shrub laden with dark purple fruits, with the fruits shown in detail in a separate drawing. 'Aristotelia chilensis--- maqui berries,' said Jane. 'Full of antioxidants and touted as a "superfood" now.' There was a note in pencil at the bottom of the page. 'Leaves used for brewing chicha,' Noah read. 'Whatever that is. "Sore throats, heals wounds, painkiller",' he continued. 'Extraordinary. I can't believe the condition it's in. It's scarcely aged at all.' He turned the page to find a painting of a tall, oak-like tree with dark brown bark, oval-shaped green leaves and dense white flowers. 'Quillaja saponaria--- soapbark,' he read. 'Native soap, for the lungs and good health.

meditation is the superfood of recovery,

Take care never to marinate with dark miso mixtures for longer than overnight, since they can dry out meat, fish or vegetables and change their natural textures. Lighter, white miso marinades are fine for long periods of marinating.

Sip on the refreshing combination of chia and lemon water, and let the seeds of positivity and zest for life bloom within you.

Like chia seeds soaking up water, let your mind soak up the zesty freshness of lemon water, nourishing and invigorating your soul.

Like a chia seed floating in lemon water, let your dreams rise to the surface and flourish with every sip.

Like a chia seed soaking up water, let the refreshing taste of lemon infuse into your soul, revitalizing and rejuvenating every fiber of your being.

Like chia seeds in water, let perseverance and patience infuse your life with nourishing growth, while the zest of lemon adds a refreshing touch of positivity.

Life is like a glass of chia seed and lemon water, it may seem simple at first but as you let it soak, it reveals its true potential and nourishes your mind, body, and soul.

Like the tiny chia seed, our potential is often underestimated. But when paired with the refreshing power of lemon water, we can achieve greatness. So drink up and let your inner strength and health bloom like a vibrant chia plant.

Chia and lemon water: a refreshing blend of nature's superfoods, nourishing your body and soul with every sip.

Chia lemon water: a zesty, invigorating elixir that not only quenches your thirst but also fuels your day with vitality.

Chia seed and lemon water: a harmonious fusion of nature's bounty, providing a delightful balance of hydration, nutrition, and zest.

Chia seed lemon water: a vibrant, healthful concoction that combines the power of chia seeds with the zing of lemon, creating a drink that's as delicious as it is nourishing.

Chia seed lemon water: a refreshing, rejuvenating beverage that harnesses the power of chia seeds and lemon to invigorate your senses and nourish your body.

Chia And Lemon Water: Whether you're looking to detox, boost your energy, or improve your overall health, chia and lemon water has got you covered! Try it out today and experience the amazing benefits for yourself. Cheers to a healthier you!

Like chia seeds in water, let your dreams soak and sprout with the refreshing zest of lemon. Nourish your body and soul, and watch as your potential grows with each sip.

Like the chia seeds that swell in water, let your dreams expand and grow with each sip of refreshing lemon water. Nourish your mind, body, and soul with this powerful duo, and watch as your potential blooms.

Chia and lemon water: a simple yet powerful combination that brings together the goodness of chia seeds and the zesty tang of lemon, offering a delightful way to hydrate and nourish your body.

Chia seed lemon water: a vibrant, energizing drink that blends the nutritional powerhouse of chia seeds with the refreshing zest of lemon, creating a perfect balance of taste and health.

Chia seed lemon water: a delightful, invigorating beverage that combines the nutritional benefits of chia seeds with the zesty, refreshing taste of lemon, offering a perfect way to start your day.

Chia and lemon water: a simple yet powerful elixir that harnesses the nutritional benefits of chia seeds and the zesty, refreshing taste of lemon, providing a delightful way to hydrate and nourish your body.

Chia seed lemon water: a vibrant, rejuvenating drink that combines the nutritional power of chia seeds with the zesty, refreshing taste of lemon, offering a perfect way to hydrate and nourish your body.

The following are all foods you should feel welcome to eat freely (unless, of course, you know they bother your stomach): Alliums (Onions, Leeks, Garlic, Scallions): This category of foods, in particular, is an excellent source of prebiotics and can be extremely nourishing to our bugs. If you thought certain foods were lacking in flavor, try sautéing what you think of as that “boring” vegetable or tofu with any member of this family and witness the makeover. Good-quality olive oil, sesame oil, or coconut oil can all help with the transformation of taste. *Beans, Legumes, and Pulses: This family of foods is one of the easiest ways to get a high amount of fiber in a small amount of food. You know how beans make some folks a little gassy? That’s a by-product of our bacterial buddies chowing down on that chili you just consumed for dinner. Don’t get stuck in a bean rut. Seek out your bean aisle or peruse the bulk bin at your local grocery store and see if you can try for three different types of beans each week. Great northern, anyone? Brightly Colored Fruits and Vegetables: Not only do these gems provide fiber, but they are also filled with polyphenols that increase diversity in the gut and offer anti-inflammatory compounds that are essential for disease prevention and healing. Please note that white and brown are colors in this category—hello, cauliflower, daikon radish, and mushrooms! Good fungi are particularly anti-inflammatory, rich in beta-glucans, and a good source of the immune-supportive vitamin D. Remember that variety is key here. Just because broccoli gets a special place in the world of superfoods doesn’t mean that you should eat only broccoli. Branch out: How about trying bok choy, napa cabbage, or an orange pepper? Include a spectrum of color on your plate and make sure that some of these vegetables are periodically eaten raw or lightly steamed, which may have greater benefits to your microbiome. Herbs and Spices: Not only incredibly rich in those anti-inflammatory polyphenols, this category of foods also has natural digestive-aid properties that can help improve the digestibility of certain foods like beans. They can also stimulate the production of bile, an essential part of our body’s mode of breaking down fat. Plus, they add pizzazz to any meal. Nuts, Seeds, and Their Respective Butters: This family of foods provides fiber, and it is also a good source of healthy and anti-inflammatory fats that help keep the digestive tract balanced and nourished. It’s time to step out of that almond rut and seek out new nutty experiences. Walnuts have been shown to confer excellent benefits on the microbiome because of their high omega-3 and polyphenol content. And if you haven’t tasted a buttery hemp seed, also rich in omega-3s and fantastic atop oatmeal, here’s your opportunity. Starchy Vegetables: These hearty vegetables are a great source of fiber and beneficial plant chemicals. When slightly cooled, they are also a source of something called resistant starch, which feeds the bacteria and enables them to create those fantabulous short-chain fatty acids. These include foods like potatoes, winter squash, and root vegetables like parsnips, beets, and rutabaga. When was the last time you munched on rutabaga? This might be your chance! Teas: This can be green, white, or black tea, all of which contain healthy anti-inflammatory compounds that are beneficial for our microbes and overall gut health. It can also be herbal tea, which is an easy way to add overall health-supportive nutrients to our diet without a lot of additional burden on our digestive system. Unprocessed Whole Grains: These are wonderful complex carbohydrates (meaning fiber-filled), which both nourish those gut bugs and have numerous vitamins and minerals that support our health. Branch out and try some new ones like millet, buckwheat, and amaranth. FOODS TO EAT IN MODERATION

Buffett’s investments]?” MARC: “No. No. Absolutely not. Furthermore, every time I hear a story like See’s Candies, I want to go find the new scientific superfood candy company that’s going to blow them right out of the water. We’re wired completely opposite in that sense. Basically, he’s betting against change. We’re betting for change. When he makes a mistake, it’s because something changes that he didn’t expect. When we make a mistake, it’s because something doesn’t change that we thought would.

Chia And Lemon Water Benefits:

Chia seeds may be small, but their weight loss benefits are mighty. By adding them to your diet, you'll see the pounds melt away and you'll be 'chia-mpioning' your health and wellness!

Chia seeds may be small, but their weight loss benefits pack a powerful punch. From suppressing appetite to boosting metabolism, these tiny superfoods are the ultimate secret weapon for shedding pounds and keeping them off.

Chia seeds may be small in size, but their weight loss benefits are mighty. Packed with fiber and healthy omega-3 fatty acids, these little seeds can help you feel fuller for longer and curb cravings. Add them to your diet and watch the pounds melt away!

Chia seeds, the tiny but mighty superfood, can help you shed pounds without sacrificing nutrition. Packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats, chia seeds keep you feeling full and satisfied, making it easier to stick to your weight loss goals. Plus, their ability to absorb liquid helps regulate blood sugar levels and curb cravings. Jumpstart your weight loss journey with the powerful benefits of chia.

Chia seeds may be small, but their weight loss benefits are mighty. Packed with protein and fiber, these tiny seeds can help you stay fuller for longer, curb cravings, and aid in healthy digestion. Incorporate chia into your daily routine and watch those pounds melt away!

Fuel your weight loss journey with the tiny but mighty chia seeds - packed with fiber, protein and healthy fats, they'll keep you feeling full and satisfied while supporting your body's natural fat burning process.

Chia seeds may be small, but their weight loss benefits pack a powerful punch. With high levels of fiber and protein, these tiny seeds can help you feel fuller for longer, curb cravings, and promote healthy digestion. Plus, their omega-3 fatty acids can help boost metabolism and burn fat. Incorporate chia seeds into your diet and watch those extra pounds melt away!

Fuel your day with a nutritious and delicious chia seed pudding, packed with fiber, protein, and essential vitamins and minerals. It's the perfect superfood breakfast to give you the energy and nourishment you need to conquer anything that comes your way.

Eat well, live well. Just like chia pudding, our choices today determine the nutritional value of our future.

Elevate your health with every spoonful of chia pudding; it's a nutrient-packed powerhouse that satisfies your cravings while nourishing your body from the inside out.

Fuel your body with the powerful nutrients of chia seed pudding - a delicious and nourishing treat that will leave you feeling energized and satisfied.

Chia seeds may be small, but their nutritional value packs a powerful punch. Just one serving of chia seed pudding is loaded with protein, fiber, and essential omega-3 fatty acids, making it the perfect fuel to start your day right. Add in some fresh fruit and you have a delicious and nutrient-dense breakfast that will keep you satisfied and energized all morning long.

Start your day with a nutrient-packed boost of energy and flavor - a chia seed pudding! Packed with protein, fiber, and omega-3s, this delicious treat will keep you feeling satisfied and nourished all morning long.

Fuel your body with the ultimate nutritional powerhouse - chia seed pudding. Packed with protein, fiber, and essential vitamins, this tasty treat will keep you satisfied and energized all day long.

Empower yourself, add chia seeds to your daily routine. These tiny but mighty seeds are rich in omega-3s, calcium, and antioxidants, providing women with the essential nutrients for stronger bones, glowing skin, and a healthy heart. Fuel your body with chia seeds and watch as you blossom into a confident, vibrant woman.

Empower your body and mind with the nourishing power of chia seeds. From balancing hormones to promoting glowing skin, these tiny seeds are a woman's secret weapon for overall wellness and vitality.

Strong women plant their feet firmly with each step, but it's the tiny chia seed that gives them the energy to conquer the world.

Empower yourself with chia seeds - a small but mighty superfood for women, packed with essential nutrients and omega-3s to aid in hormone balance, improve skin health, and boost energy levels. Nourish your body, nurture your soul, and unleash your full potential with chia seeds in your diet.

Add a sprinkle of chia seeds to your daily routine and watch the pounds melt away. These tiny seeds pack a powerful punch in helping you achieve your weight loss goals.

Start your day off right with a delicious chia pudding - packed with fiber, protein, and healthy fats, it's the perfect choice for a satisfying and nourishing breakfast that will help you reach your weight loss goals.

Start your day with a chia pudding, packed with protein and fiber, to boost metabolism and aid in weight loss. With each spoonful, you'll nourish your body and slim down naturally.

Indulge in the guilt-free goodness of chia seed pudding - a treat that satisfies your cravings without weighing you down!

Indulge in the guilt-free pleasure of our low calorie chia seed pudding - a delicious and nutritious treat that will satisfy your cravings without weighing you down.

Fuel your body with the power of protein-packed chia pudding, because strong muscles and a satisfied stomach are the ultimate combination.

Satisfy your cravings while fueling your body with the ultimate combination of protein-packed chia pudding. It's a win-win for your taste buds and muscles!

Fuel your body with the power of chia! Packed with protein, fiber, and omega-3s, chia pudding is a delicious and nutritious way to start your day. So go ahead, indulge in this superfood treat and nourish your body from the inside out.

Fuel your body with the powerful nutrition of chia pudding - packed with protein, fiber, and omega-3s, it's the ultimate superfood breakfast!

Fuel your body with the power of chia seeds - packed with protein, fiber, and essential nutrients, our chia seed pudding will keep you feeling satisfied and energized all day long!

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eating fewer calories than our bodies ask for seems to increase longevity. The key to staying healthy while consuming fewer calories is eating foods with a high nutritional value (especially “superfoods”) and avoiding those that add to our overall caloric intake but offer little to no nutritional value. The calorie restriction we’ve been discussing is one of the most effective ways to add years to your life. If the body regularly consumes enough, or too many, calories, it gets lethargic and starts to wear down,

Add some water. Add fruit. Add greens. Add superfoods. Blend.

Making an Herbal Fertility Infusion An herbal infusion is basically herbal tea, but it is made from a larger amount of herb and brewed for a longer length of time. Thus, an infusion is richer in nutrients (and taste) than tea. To make an infusion, take one ounce of dried herb (about a cup) and put in a quart jar. Then fill the jar with boiling water and cover. Let the infusion steep for 4-10 hours or overnight just sitting on your counter.

Borage oil is rich in omega-6 essential fatty acids. It has anti-inflammatory properties and is considered to be one of the best sources of gamma linolenic acid (GLA). GLA is an essential fatty acid that our bodies cannot produce on their own. Therefore, supplementation is necessary in order to receive and retain the benefits of this nutrient.

Evening primrose is another essential fatty acid that benefits fertility. EPO specifically helps improve cervical mucus, making it more fertile and abundant. This in turn makes the female reproductive environment more "sperm friendly." Take this fertility herb after menstrual bleeding stops up through ovulation.

False Unicorn An overall uterine tonic, false unicorn helps promote a healthy environment for conception.

Dong Quai Another one of the excellent fertility herbs, dong quai specifically helps regulate hormones and tone the uterus. It also helps to maintain estrogen and progesterone balance, which is especially useful for those with estrogen dominance. Also helps with premenstrual depression.

Red Clover Another excellent overall tonic herb, red clover blossoms have a very high vitamin and mineral content, which nourishes the reproductive organs as well as the entire body. This wonderful fertility herb also helps balance hormones for a great boost in your chances of getting pregnant more quickly.

Preconception Nourishing Infusion 1/3 cup dried red clover 1/3 cup dried red raspberry leaf 1/3 cup dried stinging nettle leaves Place all the herbs in a quart jar and pour boiling water up to the rim of the jar. Cover and let steep for at least 4 hours or overnight. Strain herbs and add honey or sweetener of choice. You may need to reheat the mixture in order for the sweetener to dissolve properly. Drink daily.

HOW TO USE: For tea: Pour 2 cups of boiling water over 1 oz. of dried damiana leaves and allow to steep for 10 to 15 minutes. Strain the water off the leaves, add honey and enjoy. You can drink damiana tea up to three times daily. You can also combine with chamomile and mint for better flavor (using equal parts of each herb).

HOW TO USE: For Men: 500 mg 1-3 x day (may take up to 3 months to see improvement); use all month long for 3-6 months. For Women: 250-500 mg per day (from end of menstrual bleeding up until ovulation occurs, or from day 5-14 if ovulation is not known).

Yohimbe Yohimbe is a popular herb for libido, especially among men. And for good reason. It has been proven to increase blood flow to the genital area in both men and women, which improves sexual function and performance.

Milk thistle is a liver-cleansing herb. For fertility, it helps detoxify excess hormones, thus helping to balance hormones.

Essential Vitamins For Men It's important for the male partner to get proper nutrients as well. Therefore, supplementation is usually a good idea. Here's a list of the vitamins and minerals that men need in order to have optimal reproductive and sperm health. There are others, and dosages can be higher, but this is a guideline to get your started. Zinc - 30 mg per day Selenium - 100-200 micrograms CoQ10 - 200 mg Vitamin E - 150-400 IU Folate - 500 micrograms B12 - 25 micrograms Vitamin C - 250-500 mg L-carnitine - 3-4 grams

Maca Smoothie Recipe: 1/2 cup raw cow or goat milk or nut milk (avoid soy and non-organic cow's milk) heaping spoonful of plain whole milk yogurt 1/4 cup raw honey one ripe frozen banana one tablespoon maca powder sprinkling of cinnamon

Spirulina is a blue-green algae superfood that is an excellent source of vitamins, minerals, and protein. Spirulina also contains essential fatty acids, which are helpful for balancing hormones and blood pressure.

HOW TO USE: 1000-1500 mg per day (divided doses). Many use throughout the cycle, but some stop once ovulation has occurred. Vitex takes 2-3 months to build up in the system. If using for luteal phase, take throughout the cycle with a break during menstrual bleeding. Should be taken long term for best results.

Oranges SIDEKICKS: lemons, white and pink grapefruit, kumquats, tangerines, limes TRY TO EAT: 1 serving daily

Pumpkin SIDEKICKS: carrots, butternut squash, sweet potatoes, orange bell peppers TRY TO EAT: ½ cup most days

You hungry? We can grab a burger or something before we get home. Mom’s on another health kick. She’s determined to cook kale into everything we eat.” “Kale?” “It’s spinach’s ugly stepsister.” I laughed. “I know what it is, but why kale?” “Oh, superfood? I don’t recall. I just know our dinners have been very green lately.” He unlocked the doors to his SUV. “Which means we really need a burger. We’re stopping.” He cleared his throat. “Don’t tell Mom.” And this was why I loved my dad.

Pinto bean & spiralized sweet potato quesadilla

Adzuki beans are small, russet-colored beans. They have a thin white line on the ridge. They’re somewhat thick-skinned with a sweet, nutty flavor. Black beans or turtle beans have a beautiful matte black color. The flesh is cream-colored with a rich, earthy flavor. Cannellini or white beans are white and kidney-shaped. They have a creamy, smooth texture and are good in soups and salads. Chickpeas are round, cream-colored legumes. Extremely popular in the Mediterranean, India, and the Middle East, they have a nutlike flavor. Very high in fiber and nutrients, they’re great when tossed on a salad, mixed with some chopped onion and olive oil, or pureed into hummus. Fava beans or broad beans are usually available whole in their pods or peeled and split. They’re large and light brown with a nutty taste and a slightly grainy texture. Great Northern beans are large white beans with a creamy texture. Use them in baked bean dishes. Navy beans are small white beans and are so called because the U.S. Navy used to keep them aboard ships as a standard provision. Pinto beans are perhaps the most popular beans in the United States. Pale pink with streaks of brown, once cooked, they turn entirely pink. They have a rich, meaty taste.

Broccoli SIDEKICKS: Brussels sprouts, cabbage, kale, turnips, cauliflower, collards, bok choy, mustard greens, Swiss chard TRY TO EAT: ½ to 1 cup daily

Sprouts = Super Broccoli Researchers estimate that broccoli sprouts provide ten to one hundred times the power of mature broccoli to neutralize carcinogens. A sprinkling of broccoli sprouts in your salad or on your sandwich can do more than even a couple of spears of broccoli. This is especially good news for those few people—particularly children—who refuse to eat broccoli. Check www. broccosprouts.com to learn more about this nutrition-packed veggie and where you can buy it.

Spinach SIDEKICKS: kale, collards, Swiss chard, mustard greens, turnip greens, bok choy, romaine lettuce, orange bell peppers TRY TO EAT: 1 cup steamed or 2 cups raw most days

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