Replay | Wellness Revolution

Replay | Wellness Revolution

TOPIC:  Superfoods to boost your Immune system, adrenals and thyroid function

Today I learned about "grounding" and connecting to the earth from the replay of David Wolfe's  discussion on "Superfoods to boost your Immune system, adrenals and thyroid function" presented by Adoley Odunton's "Wellness Revolution".

I love gardening so winter time is really hard for me to deal with. Yesterday, I had this overwhelming urge to touch soil. I finally decided to clip all the dead branches and leaves off my patio herb garden. Just touching the soil made me happy again. I need to get some houseplants to help me through the long Northwest winter.

Another issue that David emphasized was "water" -- drinking lots of water to reduce inflammation. He recommends natural spring water.

He recommends super foods and herbs to create an arsenal to boost your immune system. He mentioned the following

• Reishi or Lingzhi mushrooms
• Aloe Vera juice (fresh is best, remove the skin and use the fillet)
• Noni (powder or fruit rollup)
• Tumeric (very nutritious and helps cognitive ability. Add to juice, dressings, smoothies, seasoning of other superfoods)

 Have enzymes, anti-fungal and anti-inflammatory properties.

Other super foods to consider -- blueberries, raspberries, blackberries.

Use powdered super foods (concentrated) to supplement fresh super foods. 

Calcification affects our immune system and leads to inflammation. Calcium supplements could be adding to the calcification problem.

Iodine: we don't get enough from our food. We can use seaweed -- kelp -- to supplement iodine.

Maca: it is in the cruciferous vegetable family. You can use the powdered form.

Horsetail Nettle tea: natural medicine against fungal infections.

Learn more about David Wolfe's work: http://www.davidwolfe.com/

Brain Function by Dr. Mark Stengler

Your brain is the most critical part of your body. When it’s tired, you’re tired—which is why you will want to supercharge your brain. Start with a nutritious diet, one that’s high in fiber and rich in fresh fruits and vegetables, the best source of antioxidants. Antioxidants from foods protect the brain from damage and inflammation that can lead to poor memory.

Make sure to get enough protein. Inadequate protein often leads to blood sugar problems, which are linked to memory and mood problems.

Make sure that your diet includes plenty of healthful omega-3 fatty acids from coldwater fish, such as salmon, sardines, trout. Walnuts, too. Studies show that omega-3 fatty acids help with depression, anxiety and memory and that people who have the highest levels of omega-3s have the lowest rates of Alzheimer’s disease.

Fruits are also brain protective, especially blueberries and pomegranates.

What foods cause brain problems? Too much simple sugar—white breads, desserts, sodas. They elevate your blood sugar—your body responds by elevating the hormone insulin and that creates inflammation in your body and your brain.

With some of my patients, I find that artificial sweeteners, preservatives and artificial coloring agents disrupt brain function. If you’re having problems with memory, please avoid them.
Supplements are very effective in helping people with memory. A key nutrient is magnesium. Magnesium is found in whole grains as well as green vegetables, but most people don’t get enough magnesium through diet.

Video: http://highenergyforlife.com/event/improvebrainfunction/

Brain Function Article: http://highenergyforlife.com/watch/uploads/BrainFunctionSummary.pdf

Author: Dr. Mark Stengler, America's Natural Doctor