Crave It!

January brings our sister brand Crave It! to the DYB lineup. Smoothies, shakes, protein. Active lifestyle brand. 
Keeping with the same principles that we use for our current products. Real food, no fillers, no preservatives, no additives, no junk. I'm so excited for this line!
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My new obsession!

Mountain Rose Herbs

Mountain Rose Herbs offers high quality organic bulk herbs, gourmet spices, loose leaf teas, essential oils, herbal extracts, and natural body care ingredients. Our extensive selection includes certified organic, fair trade, ethically wild harvested, & Kosher certified botanical products.

The list of items I want to order is so large! I need to get back to work to make the purchase!

Marshmallow Root ~ Healing Properties

What Is It?
In ancient times, Europeans relied on the root of the marshmallow plant (Althea officinalis) for cough and sore throat remedies. The "Althea" in the Herb's botanical name comes from the Greek word for "heal" or "cure."

 
Marshmallow is native to Europe and western Asia. Also found in North America,  in salt marshes along the eastern seaboard. In addition to its root, marshmallow's velvety leaves and pale pink or white flowers are occasionally used in healing as well.


Historians believe that marshmallow plants were once used to fill hungry stomachs during famines. In the 19th-century, children with sore throats were given a hardened disk made of whipped marshmallow root juices, sugar, and egg whites to suck on.


Health Benefits
The key ingredient in marshmallow root and leaf is mucilage, a substance that becomes gooey and gel-like when combined with a liquid. This quality has been put to good use, both in internal and external forms, to soothe and protect inflamed Mucous membranes and other tissues.
Cooled marshmallow root tea has been used to soothe inflamed skin or mouth irritations; it can also be used as a gargle. A compress, poultice, or paste made from the root works well as an emollient for skin irritations and wounds.
Marshmallow contains various vitamins and minerals, including key immune-system boosters such as vitamins A and C.


Marshmallow may help to:

Soothe a sore throat and suppress a cough.Few herbal remedies have been used for as many centuries--with such great effectiveness--as marshmallow for irritated throat and cough. Try sipping a tea made with the roots or leaves of marshmallow for quelling a sore throat or dry, irritating cough.

Reduce heartburn and intestinal conditions, such as ulcers, irritable bowel syndrome, and constipation. The root of the marshmallow plant is particularly rich in mucilage and gets extremely gooey when wet. This quality makes it particularly valuable for coating and protecting irritated mucous membranes in the mouth, throat, and gastrointestinal tract. British health authorities even consider marshmallow root preparations safe and effective for soothing ulcers along the digestive tract. Dosage Information

For cough: Add 1 teaspoon of liquid Extract to 1 cup (8 ounces) of very warm water 3 times a day. Alternatively, drink 1 cup of marshmallow tea (or a marshmallow-containing herbal cough tea) up to 3 times a day as needed.

1. Add 1 tsp. liquid extract to 1 cup (8 oz.) hot water 3 times a day. Alternatively, drink 1 cup marshmallow tea (or a marshmallow-containing herbal cough tea) up to 3 times a day as needed.

For sore throat: As a tea, use 1 tablespoon of dried herb per 8-ounce cup of very warm water. Alternatively, mix 1 tablespoon of liquid extract in 8 ounces of very warm water. Drink up to 3 cups daily.

1. As a tea, 1 tbsp. dried herb per 8 oz. cup of hot water. Alternatively, mix 1 tbsp. liquid extract in 8 oz. of hot water. Drink up to 3 cups daily.

For heartburn or other stomach upset: Drink 1 cup of tea as needed or add 1 teaspoon of liquid extract to 8 ounces of water, and sip 4 times a day.

1. Drink one cup tea as needed or 1 tsp. liquid extract in water 4 times a day.

Guidelines for Use:

Many people use marshmallow tea for healing. It's important to know the proper brewing method: Use 1 to 2 teaspoons of the dried root (or 1 teaspoon of the dried leaf) for each 8 ounces of water.

For external use, add just enough water to the chopped root to make a paste. General Interaction

Marshmallow may delay the absorption of other drugs when taken at the same time.

According to studies in mice, marshmallow can lower blood sugar levels. It's not clear whether this happens in humans, but it may interfere with treatments for lowering blood sugar, such as insulin. **If you have diabetes, consult your doctor before taking marshmallow and monitor your blood sugar levels closely.** Possible Side Effects

There are no known side effects associated with marshmallow. Cautions

Marshmallow has been safely used for centuries. My personal experience:

• I take Marshmallow Supplements daily to heal my Esophageal Erosions that were detected on my Endoscopy. My Acid Reflux has gone away with supplementing Marshmallow.

I take Marshmallow every night before bed. Sleep is a healing time and having the Marshmallow in my system while I repair and sleep helps with my Celiac Disease Recovery.

 The other option I have for days when exposed to Gluten inadvertently…. drink some tea…. soothing!












Courtesy of : Whole Health MD

8 Natural Metabolism Boosters

13 Super Brain Foods - by Nature's Sunshine

Tumeric

That spice that's in almost every curry -- that's turmeric. It has been reported to increase metabolism by increasing bile production within the body, as well as lowering blood sugar levels. Be careful with curry, though. Curries are full of creams and fats that do anything but increase your metabolism. Further Turmeric (or Curcumin) benefits are that it can help detoxify your blood and support a healthy inflammation response. Turmeric or Curcumin should be taken with peperine or black pepper to help with bioavailability. 

Cayenne Pepper

Cayenne pepper helps support body fat by increasing oxygen consumption. Cayenne pepper may also support blood pressure, blood circulation, and digestion. Capsicum is a natural stimulant without the threatening side effects (palpitations, hyper-activity or rise in blood pressure) like most other stimulating agents. Cayenne's primary chemical ingredients include capsaicin, capsanthin, beta carotene, flavonoids, and vitamin C. Cayenne Pepper is a very high source of Vitamins A and C, has the complete B complexes, and is very rich in organic calcium and potassium.

Cinnamon

It is known as an "insulin mimicker" meaning it minimizes the amount of insulin your body produces after a meal by transporting sugar molecules into cells within the body.Cinnamon also may slow down the emptying of the stomach after a large meal, leaving you to fill fuller and less likely to snack. Now, cinnamon rolls don't count. Cinnamon is also an ingredient in our new product, Sweet FX.

Kelp

Kelp is a natural thyroid stimulant, which may support metabolism. Kelp, as well as other seaweeds, raise metabolism in two ways: they affect the thyroid gland and they increase basal metabolic rate (the speed at which your body burns calories while at rest). Iodine, an important component of kelp, has a direct effect on basal metabolic rate. Kelp is believed to stimulate a thyroid hormone which is responsible for boosting metabolism. By returning the iodine levels to normal, it can help alleviate low-grade hypothyroidism. Kelp contains large amounts of potassium, and naturally varying amounts of trace minerals, which may be useful in maintaining proper glandular function and metabolism. Some medications for high blood pressure can increase potassium levels in the blood. Taking Kelp along with some medications for high blood pressure might cause too much potassium in the blood.

Ginger

Studies by ICMR(Indian Council of Medical Research) show ginger supported the digestion process by absorbing the necessary nutrients into the system and regulated the metabolism cycle. The gingerol is the majorly active component in ginger. Such active components in ginger activate the muscular activity in the digestive track and stimulate the chemical reactions in the digestive system. Ginger is an important ingredient used in the traditional Ayurvedic medicines to support the metabolism and digestive system. Researchers have found that ginger may help settle the stomach during times of occasional nausea, motion sickness and morning sickness.

Yerba Mate

A stimulant similar to caffeine, this herb can also increase blood pressure. Yerba Mate is also is a good source of antioxidants. It also contains many nutrients like potassium, chromium, iron, niacin and magnesium. Yerba Mate suppresses your appetite and increases energy levels, therefore stimulating the ability to burn unwanted calories faster. Yerba Mate contains a content named mateine, which increase metabolism and energy. It also help you to get rid of allergy symptoms, act as a gentle diuretic and colon cleanse, nutritionally speed up the healing process and decrease stress. Yerba mate can be used in as a tea drink. It is also found in a supplement pill or energy drink. Those who are on blood pressure medication or are sensitive to stimulants should avoid Yerba Mate.

Green Tea

Green tea is a thermogenic agent, which means, that you may burn more calories. Green Tea is also a stimulant which contains powerful antioxidant, as well as, caffeine. The antioxidants found in green tea also aids in energy production. It can also be found in capsules for those who do not wish to make tea. The chemical in green tea, or Green Tea extract, known as EGCG (or epigallocatechin gallate) is known to speed up your metabolism, among many other benefits.

Bitter Orange

Bitter Orange which is an extract of Seville oranges is a stimulant and works on receptors in fat tissues.

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Joy Bauer's Celiac Disease Food Shopping List

Joy Bauer's Celiac Disease Food Shopping List

Controlling celiac disease is not so much about foods you should eat as foods you shouldn't eat. The foods on this list are considered to be generally safe for people with celiac. You'll need to carefully check labels on all foods marked with an asterisk (*) because ingredients can vary from brand to brand.

Because most of the popular grains contain gluten, it is important to try new, safe whole grains. You’ll also need to eat plenty of vegetables and fruits to make sure that you get a wide variety of naturally occurring vitamins, minerals, fiber, and antioxidants. Toward the end of the grocery list, I’ve listed additives and ingredients that are also thought to be safe.

Fruits

ALL fresh fruits
ALL frozen whole fruits with no additives

Vegetables and Legumes

ALL fresh vegetables
ALL frozen vegetables with no additives, breading, or sauces
*Beans, canned
Beans, lentils, and peas, dried
Olives
Potatoes (all varieties)
*Pumpkin, canned, 100% pure puree

Seafood

ALL fresh fish and shellfish
ALL frozen fish and shellfish with no additives or sauces

Lean Proteins

ALL fresh meats and poultry with no breading or additives
ALL frozen meats and poultry with no breading or additives
Eggs
Tofu

Nuts and Seeds (Preferably Unsalted)

ALL natural nut butters
ALL nuts
ALL seeds (except rye and barley)

Grains, Cereals, Pasta, and More

Amaranth
Arrowroot starch
Buckwheat
*Cereals, dry: puffed and flake varieties made with amaranth, buckwheat, corn, millet, rice, or soy
*Cereals, hot: cream and flake varieties made with amaranth, cornmeal, buckwheat, hominy grits, rice, quinoa, or soy
Corn bran
Corn chips, plain
Corn flour/corn meal products
Crackers, gluten-free (such as brown rice, corn, and lentil)
Flour: amaranth, buckwheat, carob, chickpea, lentil, millet, potato, quinoa, rice, sago, sorghum, soy, tapioca, teff
Grits (corn or soy)
Kasha (not the same as Kashi)
Masa
Millet
Pasta made from beans, brown rice, corn, peas, potato, quinoa, lentils, or soy
Polenta
*Popcorn, air-popped and gluten-free packaged varieties
Potato chips, plain or *flavored
Quinoa
Ragi
Rice (preferably brown or wild)
Rice cakes, plain
*Soba, 100% buckwheat
Sorghum
*Soy crisps
*Tacos shells made with corn, hard and soft
Tapioca starch/flour
Teff
*Tortillas made with corn, soy, or brown rice
Tortilla chips, plain or *flavored

Dairy

*Cheese (preferably reduced-fat), not blue cheese
*Cottage cheese (preferable fat-free or 1% low-fat)
*Cream cheese (preferably reduced-fat)
*Ice cream (check labels; ingredients will vary from flavor to flavor)
Milk (preferably fat free or 1% low-fat)
*Milk alternatives (soy, almond, rice)
*Sour cream (preferably fat-free or reduced-fat)
*Yogurt (preferably fat-free or low-fat)

Miscellaneous

ALL pure herbs (check ingredients of *herb mixes)
ALL pure spices (check ingredients of *spice mixes)
Apple cider vinegar
Baking chocolate
Baking powder
Baking soda
Canola oil
Cocoa powder
Coffee, instant and ground (check ingredients of *flavored coffees)
Corn syrup
Cornstarch
Cream of tartar
Garlic
Gelatin
Honey
*Hummus (check labels; ingredients will vary from flavor to flavor)
Jam and jelly
*Ketchup
Maple syrup
*Mayonnaise (preferably reduced-fat)
Molasses
*Mustard
Olive oil
Pickles
Relish
*Salsa
*Soft tub, trans fat–free spread (regular and reduced-fat)
Sugar
Tea, black and green (check *flavored and herbal tea varieties)
Vanilla and other extracts
Vinegar, balsamic, red wine, or white
Wine, red and white
* The asterisk (*) indicates foods whose labels need to be carefully checked for gluten.

Safe (Gluten-Free) Additives

Acacia gum
Adipic acid
Agar
Algae
Algin/alginate
Allicin
Annatto
Arabic gum
Arrowroot
Ascorbic acid
Aspartame
Aspic
Astragalus gummifer
Benzoic acid
BHA
BTA
Dextrose
Ester gum
Fructose
Guar gum
Locust bean gum
Malic acid
Methylcellulose
Microcrystallin cellulose
Pectin
Pepsin
Stearic acid
Sulfites
Tapioca starch/flour (not pudding)
Whey
Xanthan gum

* The asterisk (*) indicates foods whose labels need to be carefully checked for gluten.

Get Joy's Gluten-Free, Whole-Grain Shopping List.

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Celiac Disease Diet and Treatment - Food Cures

Celiac Disease Diet and Treatment - Food Cures

Source: JoyBauer.com

Celiac disease is a surprisingly common autoimmune disorder. It can begin at any time in a person’s life, and there is no consistent set of symptoms. Luckily, the disease is almost entirely treatable with the appropriate dietary changes — so feeling better is as simple as knowing what to eat and what to avoid.

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Celiac Disease ~ Feel Better

Recently diagnosed with Celiac's Disease, I am on a mission to feel better and be an educated eater.

My symptoms began back in 1986..... originally diagnosed by my doctor as Spastic Colon ~ the new politically correct term is Irritable Bowel Syndrome. Which turns out is a SYMPTOM of Celiac's Disease and not truly a condition to treat.

28 years later, with the help of a Naturopathic Doctor the REAL issue at hand was diagnosed!
Celiac's Disease.

Celiac disease is a condition that creates inflammation in the small intestine, and damage in the lining. This prevents important components of food from being absorbed. The damage to the lining of the intestine comes from a reaction to eating gluten, which is found in wheat, rye, and possibly oats.

My symptoms have improved with the elimination of: Wheat, Gluten, Rye, Barley and Oats. Unfortunately, getting exposed to any of the offenders on accident is easy to do. Some of the offenders for Celiac Sufferers are listed on the ingredient list as another name. It happened to me on Sunday of this week, careful reading and review of ingested foods was not enough. Monday I suffered with Esophageal Pain all day. Back to basics it is for this girl!

I have become a Short Order Cook for myself, the family gets one meal and I get another! My basics are protein foods - Organic Chicken, Eggs and Pork. Vegetables are limited to potatoes and carrots at this point. I have discovered that at this point in my healing, foods that are considered high in FODMAPS affect the healing process and digestive system while it is "damaged".

Thanks for your support. I look forward to the day when food is not an enemy!!

Resources to my healing:

Celiac disease - sprue: MedlinePlus Medical Encyclopedia

http://www.dramymyers.com/2014/07/07/3-reasons-to-give-up-gluten/

Image Credit: Kids Health

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Reading Labels - How to Spot Gluten

Reading Labels - Excerpted From Getting Started Guide by CelebrateToday

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Hidden Gluten in Your Home

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How Essential Oils Can Be Used....

Essential Oils can be used in several ways

Aromatherapy ~ For Respiratory Ailments via Steam Inhalation & Chest Massage

Healing properties of Essential Oils inhaled into the lungs diffusing throughout the body.

 Methods for Aromatherapy ~

• Smell the Bottle of Essential Oils
• With Steam
• Use a Diffuser
• Aromatherapy Air Freshener
• Personal Perfume

 Massage Aromatherapy ~ For Physical, Emotional, or Mental Stress

 Massage Therapy stimulates circulation, releases toxins from the muscles, relaxes breathing and muscle  tension, and soothes  the nervous system.

 Recipes for Massage Therapy ~

• Simple Massage Lotion or Oil                                                                                                        *Use 1/2 to 1 Tsp. Essential Oil per Pint of Unscented Body Lotion or Botanical Oil (Sunflower or    Sweet Almond Oil)
• Simple Ailment Massage Lotion or Oil                                                                                        *Use 1oz Carrier Oil to 10 to 20 Drops of Essential Oils

 Bathing Aromatherapy ~ For Nervous Complaints

 Scented Baths assist with healing powers of Essential Oils

 Recipes for Bathing Aromatherapy

• Add a total of 6 to 10 drops Essential Oil to Full Bathtub
• For Sensitive Skin ~ Dilute Essential Oil in 1oz Carrier Oil first, then add up to 6 drops of the mixture to the tub

Lavender Essential Oil

Lavender Essential Oil 

Benefits:

• Well known for its calming abilities, Lavender Essential Oil will melt stress and anxiety.
• Commonly used to quiet your mind and help you get a good night’s sleep.
• Lavender Oil is a must have for your family’s medicine cabinet. When mixed with JE Multi-Purpose Oil or Unscented Lotion, Lavender is considered safe enough to use for children’s minor cuts, scrapes, and mild sunburns.
• Lavender Oil is floral, fresh, sweet, herbaceous, and slightly fruity.

Ingredients: Lavandula Officinalis - 100% Pure Therapeutic Grade Essential Oil

Essential Oils

The term Essential Oil is misleading. Essential Oils are not oily or greasy, they evaporate readily, leaving no residue. As they evaporate, the aromatic molecules permeate the air. When we inhale the aroma those molecules travel into the nose and to olfactory receptors where our sense of smell originates. These receptors  then transmit information about the odor to the limbic system in the brain. The essential oil molecules don't stop in the brain, they travel to the lungs and then to the bloodstream, where they improve on health by acting on individual cells.

Also, readily absorbed by the skin, they should be diluted by a carrier oil, such as almond oil to prevent irritation to the skin. Once the Essential Oils penetrate the skin, they can stimulate circulation and encourage cell regeneration.

Whether inhaled or absorbed through the skin, Essential Oils can fight bacteria, fungi, viruses, and other microbes inside the body and can stimulate the immune system to help renew health.