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Over 50% of our population struggles with inadequate thyroid function. The thyroid gland is closely related with weight gain and loss.  Hypothyroidism is a major contributor to weight gain.  In hypothyroidism the gland is less active, slowing the metabolism and altering the digestive process. In turn, the body needs less food for energy and starts storing the fats, ultimately resulting in obesity. Obesity itself directly works against proper thyroid hormone activation, setting up a vicious cycle that can send a person's system into a perpetually slow metabolism. So what is the solution to Hypothyroidism? Lifestyle change is your best bet! ...

Total time: 2 mins Great to use for seasoning food and in dressing recipes. Ingredients 2 tablespoons dried parsley 1 teaspoon dried dill 1 teaspoon garlic powder 1 teaspoon onion powder ½ teaspoon dried basil ½ teaspoon black pepper Instructions Combine Store in an air tight container or zip lock bag

Different foods can nourish different parts of your body. It is like nature's pharmacy: A sliced Carrot looks like the human eye. The  pupil, iris and radiating lines look just like the human eye... And YES, science now shows carrots  greatly enhance blood flow to and function of the  eyes. A  Tomato has four chambers and is red. The  heart has four chambers and is red.. All of the research shows tomatoes are loaded with lycopine and are indeed pure heart  and blood food. Grapes hang in a cluster that has the shape of the heart. Each grape looks like a blood...

Prep Time: 10 minutes / refrigerate overnight Calories: 0 calories This detox water can help flush toxins out of your system, aiding in the weight loss process. It is also a great way to flavor your water without adding sugar or calories. Ingredients 1 Cucumber- sliced 1/2 lemon- sliced 2-3 sprigs fresh mint 1-2 liters of water Instructions Fill pitcher with water Put cucumber, lemon and mint into water Let sit overnight in refrigerator

Did you know that around 80% of all American Disease can be linked with inflammation?  It’s true!  Even more astounding is that the American Diet is the biggest culprit of inflammation in the body.   Increased consumption of processed foods, high consumption of trans-fatty acids, high ratio of omega 6 fatty acids, consumption of refined carbohydrates with a high glycimic index, all create inflammation. Almost half the US population suffers from a known inflammatory disease or disorder says author of Inflammation Nation Dr. Floyd Chilton.  Recently, research is finding that chronic inflammation may be linked to more disease and chronic conditions...