Magnesium

Sources of Magnesium: Spinach: Raw Spinach has about 78 milligrams per cup, but one cup of cooked Spinach contains over 760 milligrams of Magnesium per cup. Spinach is twice the amount of magnesium than Kale or Collards.

Seeds: Pumpkin, Sunflower, Sesame, Chia, Hemp, Flax seeds are all great sources of Magnesium. Seeds are also very rich in anti-inflammatory fats and high in protein. Use them on salads, cereals, smoothies, yogurt, and they make great snacks too.

Almonds: highest source of Magnesium among all nuts, with cashews taking second place.

Bananas: Another great sources of Magnesium, as well as being a good source of Vitamin C; Potassium; fiber, Vitamin B-6 and Manganese.

Coffee: Your morning cup of java provides a very high source of liquid Magnesium. Espresso has the highest Magnesium content.

Cocoa and cacao: Dark chocolate and cocoa powder are also high in Magnesium. Having a small square of dark chocolate each day is beneficial.

Exposure to PFA’s and other toxins is way too common, with some serious consequences:

If you are suffering from Fatigue and Sleep Issues; Autoimmune Disease; Gut issues reading about PFA’s might be helpful to you and your family. How are we exposed to PFA’s? Drinking contaminated municipal water or even private well water. Eating fish caught from contaminated by PFA’s; Accidentally swallowing contaminated soil or dust; Eating food that is grown or raised near places that used or made PFA’s. Just take the time to review some products that may contain the PFA’s:

*Some grease-resistant paper, fast food containers/wrappers, microwave popcorn bags, pizza boxes, and candy wrappers.

*Stain resistant coatings used on carpets and carpet padding; Stain resistant coatings used on upholstery and other fabrics; water resistant clothing.

*Cleaning products

*Personal care products (shampoo; dental floss) and way too many cosmetics which include nail polish and eye makeup.

*Paints, varnishes and sealants

Some PFA’s have been linked to thyroid disease, decreasing fertility, pregnancy complications, low birth weight, decreased immune response and increased cholesterol.

And you are certainly worth putting in the work to stay well. The lists below are meant to be helpful:

1. Avoid white bread and white flour products;
2. Avoid wheat-based products, especially high gluten and sugar products;
3. Look for Sprouted grains; Sprouted breads; Sprouted crackers;
4. Look for Brown Rice Pasta; Brown Rice Bread; Quinoa Pasta;
5. Good Snack Ideas: almonds; cashews; pecans; pumpkin seeds; walnuts; sprouted tortillas; black olives; black beans; hummus; fresh fruits; fresh berries; organic apples; organic pickles; fresh organic veggies

Food Dyes make food look more appealing, but they should be avoided at all costs. They don’t belong in your body. Yellow#5; Blue#1; Blue#2 increase the risk of tumors in the Brain. Candy is loaded with so many dyes, and they contribute to the following: Allergies; ADHD; Learning difficulties; Hyperactivity; Mood disorders; Cancer of the Bladder and Thyroid Disease, to just list a few serious health issues that food dyes are connected to.

Fatigue; Personality changes; Memory problems and weight gain

How to help yourself: Exercise regularly; Lose Weight; Stop drinking alcohol; Stop drinking sodas; Avoid coloring; Avoid additives; stay away from chemicals.

Herbs that help: Milk Thistle; Dandelion Root; Licorice Root; Turmeric; Ginger; Fresh Garlic; Ginkgo Biloba

Working with a health practitioner that understands herbs is always helpful!!!