Purification Corner Steps 23 & 24

The Ultimate Guide to Purification and getting your Energy back!

 

The purification system that I use takes just 3 weeks to boost the elimination of natural toxins from your body. As these toxins leave, people report feeling lighter and more energetic along with experiencing better sleep and weight loss! 

 

This self-directed purification is similar and can be accomplished over a two year period  with step-by-step instructions that will be outlined here in the Purification Corner every month!

 

Step 23: Add more fish

Step 23:  Add more fish. Salmon has 82% of the U.S.R.D.A of calcium; and over 100% of vitamin D, niacin, Vit. B12, phosphorus, selenium, and a huge amount of Omega 3’s. Salmon is a Superfood and I eat it every week. Herring, Halibut, Cod, Sea Bass and Mackerel are good choices as well.

The benefits to the heart cannot be over-stated. 3 servings of salmon each week provide half of the calcium needed, proteins, and many minerals and vitamins.  These nutrients provide for heart health, brain health, thyroid health and cholesterol benefits. 

 

Step 24: Reduce Grains to 1-2 servings/week

Now that you can make desserts from almonds, buckwheat or quinoa (pseudo-grains), the true grains need to be reduced drastically (unless you are gluten sensitive – if so, eliminate them). True grains do not have enough nutrition to justify the calories;  increase your appetite by activating hunger receptors in the brain; and increase inflammation causing any existing pain to hurt worse. True grains are wheat, rye, barley, corn ( pastries, pasta, bagels, bread, crusts, flour). These grains are not doing anything good for the body, but plenty to cause:

weight gain

increased pain

and, in many cases, allergic reactions.

Step 21 & 22                                                                                  Steps 25 & 26

 

Mistakes that Diabetics Make (It’s Not their Fault)

Magnesium and Chromium
Studies suggest that magnesium influences the action of insulin in the body. A lack of magnesium may worsen insulin resistance, or even trigger the onset of diabetes. The current RDA for magnesium is 310-320 milligrams (mg) for adult women, and 400-420 mg for adult men. Average intake among Americans tends to be about 100 mg below the recommended levels. Those most likely to have low blood levels include the elderly and those who take diuretic medications, which increase the excretion of magnesium. The best food sources of magnesium are green leafy vegetables, almonds, seeds and dried beans.

  1. Spinach — 1 cup: 157 milligrams (40% DV)
  2. Chard — 1 cup: 154 milligrams (38% DV)
  3. Pumpkin seeds — 1/8 cup: 92 milligrams (23% DV)
  4. Yogurt or Kefir — 1 cup: 50 milligrams (13% DV)
  5. Almonds — 1 ounce: 80 milligrams (20% DV)
  6. Black Beans — ½ cup: 60 milligrams (15% DV)
  7. Avocado — 1 medium: 58 milligrams (15% DV)
  8. Figs — ½ cup: 50 milligrams (13% DV)
  9. Dark Chocolate — 1 square: 95 milligrams (24% DV)
  10. Banana — 1 medium: 32 milligrams (8% DV)

Chromium is depleted by sugar and as we get older we store less in the body. The body preferentially uses Chromium III (trivalent) and studies show that it is optimal at 160 micrograms per day, but safe up to 1 milligram each day. This trace mineral is essential for sugar balance, and must be replaced everyday, especially as we age. The best food sources are seafood, nuts, various vegetables, and some meats.

  1. Mussels 100 grams: 128 micrograms (80% DV)
  2. Brazil Nuts 100 grams: 100 micrograms (63% DV)
  3. Oysters 100 grams: 57 micrograms (36% DV)
  4. Dates 100 grams: 29 micrograms (18% DV)
  5. Pear 100 grams: 27 micrograms (16% DV)
  6. Brown Shrimp 100 grams: 26 micrograms (16% DV)
  7. Tomato 100 grams: 20 micrograms (13% DV)
  8. Mushrooms 100 grams: 17 micrograms (11% DV)
  9. Hazelnut 100 grams: 12 micrograms (8 % DV)

These two nutrients are the bare minimum that diabetics can supply the body to help themselves. The class that is scheduled November 14th, at 6:30 pm will cover the top three issues that keep diabetics from losing weight and how they overcome them, which helps reduce their numbers. The information is known to doctors, but often not explained by the clinicians because they don’t understand the impact on the patient’s lives.

The third tip for diabetics in this article is zinc, which is another trace mineral that is necessary for life. Most Americans are deficient in zinc. Zinc is not absorbed without sufficient levels of Vitamin A present and are blocked from absorption by ingestion of wheat, barley, and legumes (phytates).

Avoid wheat, barley, and legumes. Ensure you are eating sufficient zinc. With these three minerals, magnesium, chromium and zinc, brought up to optimal levels, patient’s A1C levels have normalized without medication.

 

References
Wang JL, Shaw NS, Yeh HY, Kao MD. Magnesium status and association with diabetes in the Taiwanese elderly. Asia Pac J Clin Nutr. 2005;14(3):263-9.
Longstreet DA, Heath DL, Vink R. A potential link between magnesium intake and diabetes in Indigenous Australians. Med J Aust. 2005 Aug 15;183(4):219-220
Simsek E, Karabay M, Kocabay K. Assessment of magnesium status in newly diagnosed diabetic children: measurement of erythrocyte magnesium level and magnesium tolerance testing. Turk J Pediatr. 2005 Apr-Jun;47(2):132-7.
http://www.eufic.org/article/en/diet-related-diseases/diabetes/artid/Chromium-in-the-diet/.
http://www.eufic.org/article/en/nutrition/carbohydrates/artid/Chromium-in-the-diet/

Beauty Secrets: Tips for Healthy Skin, Nails and Hair

In August, Dr. Johnson is starting a series of classes to help you with staying young-looking. This article will get you started with some helpful tips to care for your skin.

  1. Everyone knows that the skin needs to be protected from the sun. The sun ages the skin significantly so for the most complete protection, use sunscreen with zinc oxide every day, seek shade during the middle of the day (10 a.m. to 2 p.m.) and wear wide-brimmed hats to keep your skin protected and healthy.

  2. Use a mild soap or even oils to remove makeup and wash with warm water, not hot.

  3. If you smoke, stop. Smoking contributes to wrinkles, reduces oxygen getting to the skin cells and makes the blood vessels smaller reducing blood flow. All of this starves the skin and it will age early.

  4. Eat a healthy diet, low in white carbs and high in vegetables, free range meat, healthy proteins, and reduce packaged foods.

  5. Reduce stress, find something that you enjoy to do and do it. Cut back on unnecessary time killers that are stressful.  Doing something small just for yourself can have huge benefits to a healthy state of mind.

REGISTER HERE for Part 1 of 3 of Dr. Johnson’s Beauty Secrets to learn even MORE great tips and beauty aids that are easy and affordable.

The Secrets of Insulin Resistance

Glucose in the blood stream that is excess causes sugar to attach to proteins in the blood. These proteins are not supposed to have glucose attached to them and this is glycosylation. This glycosylation has been linked to aging and inflammation.

Anyone who has Diabetes knows that they are supposed to avoid sugar. But many don’t know the new information that pasta, bread, cereal and all foods made of wheat and rye break down into sugar. This means the body uses grains like sugar and this can make your blood sugar go through the roof. This leads to glycosylation of the proteins and these glycosylated proteins cause oxidation. Oxidation is a leading cause of aging, Parkinson’s, Alzheimer’s and ALS.

Diabetics need to add sugar and wheat and rye to their DO NOT EAT list. Need help with what TO EAT or what natural remedies you can add to your pharmaceutical medication? We can help your body age more slowly and feel better too. Call the office today for individual consultation.

References:
http://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S0891584902007803

Foods for Healthy Teeth

What you eat and how often you eat play an important role in the health of your teeth and preventing cavities. Research shows:

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1. children who have healthy dietary practices are 44 percent less likely to exhibit severe dental caries in early childhood compared to children with poor diets.

2.For adults, a healthy diet can protect tooth enamel and result in fewer trips to the dentist.

The moment you place food in your mouth, bacteria in the mouth turns sugars and carbohydrates from food into acids. These acids erode the enamel on teeth, starting the decay process. The more often you eat, the more you are exposing your teeth to the cycle of decay. To promote mouth and tooth health, pay attention to the types of foods you’re eating.

Worst Foods for Teeth

Hard candies and mints, fruit “chews,” dried fruit bits (except raisins), cookies, pretzels, and potato chips all have high sugar content that bacteria feeds on. Soda, sports drinks, sweetened coffee and tea contribute to the breakdown of enamel. Sugar-substitutes such as Splenda and aspartame don’t react on teeth the same way as natural sugar, but these artificial sweeteners aren’t a healthy staple for anyone’s diet. Read food labels: Sugar-free does not always mean a food does not contain sugar; it may mean additional sugar has not been added. Many sugar-free products contain fructose, sucrose, maple or rice syrup, which can be just as bad for teeth.

Best Foods for Teeth

Cheese, chicken and lean meats, nuts, plain yogurt, and milk all contain calcium and phosphorous, two nutrients thought to protect tooth enamel and to remineralize teeth. Other great food choices include leafy greens, fish, and eggs.

Hard, crunchy fruits and vegetables, such as apples, pears, carrots, and broccoli all have a high water content that stimulates saliva and helps wash away food particles and acid. However, citrus fruits and tomatoes are more acidic and should be eaten with other foods (e.g., a turkey and cheese sandwich with tomato slices; orange slices with a few almonds). When it comes to beverages, your best choice is water followed by milk and unsweetened tea. And about those raisins … the sweet, bite-sized raisin does not contain sucrose (table sugar), plus it is rich in phytochemicals that, in some studies, have been shown to affect the growth of bacteria associated with gum disease.

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