Posts from — June 2009

Diseases of the GI tract, like acid reflux and IBS are on the rise.  More and more people are becoming dependent on Rolaids, Tums, Pepto bismal, and even prescription drugs like Prilosec. Did you know that 95 million Americans reported to have a digestive disorder in 2008?  Which grew from 70 million people in 2007!  (according to National Enzyme Company)  So, is poor digestion something we have control of?  YES! Often the reasons for why we experience poor digestion are:

• Lack of proper chewing (eating too fast)
• Eating the wrong foods (processed)
• Long term consumption of prescription drugs (i.e. birth control, antibiotics)
• Eating too much
• STRESS
• Aging

Long term effects can include:

• Inappropriate hormonal responses
• Food Allergies
• Colon bacteria growth

Viktoras H Kulvinskas and Dr. Edward Howell have devoted most of their careers to studying the connection between food, digestion and enzymes.  They both have developed solid research in improving digestion and overall health by implementing enzyme supplementation.  Dr. Howell once said, “To say that the boday can eisliy digest and assimilate cooked foods may some day prove to be the most grievious oversight yet committed by science.” (according to Survival in the 21st Century by Viktoras H Kulvinskas)

Digestive Enzyme supplementaion may improve:

• increase bio-accessibility of nutrients
• enhance the immune system
• decrease digestive discomfort

What has your experience been with enzymes?  Is it completely foreign or do you not skip a meal without them?

Event: Superfoods Conference Call
Location: Via Phone
Link: Elements for Life Superfoods
Description: Learn more about David Wolfe’s endorsed Superfoods line with Elements for Life.
Start Time: 7:00 pm CST
Date: Tuesday, June 16

RSVP with a comment below.  Please feel free to include any questions you would like me cover on the call.

I recently just completed a 30 day detox program and I had amazing results:

1.  My body shape literally redistributed itself.  The ghetto bootie or some say, that junk in my trunk toned up and I didn’t even do a single lunge or squat the whole 30 days!

2.  My energy level increased. I am waking up ready to go.

3.  I require less snacking and smaller portions of meals throughout the day.  In turn, spending less money and less time on food.

4.  Intuitive eating is full on.  I crave whole foods for nutrients.

5.  My digestion is happy and consistent.

6.  My mind feels more positive and less foggy.

Most people have asked me, so why detox?  Your Liver, Kindey’s and Colon will thank you.

Do you believe in detoxing?  Why or why not?

Title: Backyard Organic Garden Install
Location: Andersonville, Sally’s backyard
Link: We Farm America
Description: Appetite for Balance is making a partnership with We Farm America to support urban organic gardening and bring awareness to eating organic and local.  Looking for volunteers. Contact Sally for details.
Start Time: 1:00pm
Date: 2009-06-11

Title: Organic Garden Party
Location: My backyard
Description: Learn how to grow your own organic garden in the city and learn about the nutrition benefits of choosing organic produce. Contact Sally for details.
Start Time: 18:00
Date: 2009-06-19
End Time: 20:00

Title: Superfoods Conference Call
Location: Via Phone
Description: Learn more about Superfoods and Elements for Life
Start Time: 10:00am
Date: 2009-06-04

Watch and learn:

1.  Almost everything in the grocery store is made up of some version corn

2.  Hamburger costs less than vegetables

3.  The FDA allows a lack of labeling.

4.  A chicken can be grown in 49 days.

5.  What is the illusion in our grocery stores?

Food Inc. Trailer

What are you doing to demand more wholesome, local, organic, quality food in your super market?