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Healthy Habits; Himalayan Pink Salt
Himalayan Pink Salt In the March 25th edition of the Hancock Clarion, you may’ve read my column on Celtic sea salt. https://www.hancockclarion.com/2023/05/24/celtic-sea-salt/ Another salt that is comparable to it, in that it has more of the vital minerals that we need for optimal health, is pink Himalayan sea salt. I, personally, prefer Celtic sea salt,…
Read MoreHealthy Habits; be cautious of TSP food additive
Trisodium phosphate (TSP) is used as a paint thinner, cleaning agent, stain remover, degreaser and…FOOD ADDITIVE? Yes, that’s correct; it is also used as a common additive in many processed meats, packaged & frozen foods, box mixes, baked goods and fast foods/restaurant foods. Some of the many negative side effects of consuming foods with…
Read MoreHealthy Habits; Copper
Copper Copper is an essential mineral that we need in small amounts. Studies show that it is common for people to be low in copper. It’s very important to make sure you get the right amount each day according to your weight/dosage recommendation, because too much copper could cause health problems. Here are just some…
Read MoreHealthy Habits: Sassafras
Healthy Habits: Sassafras root bark was traditionally used for the most delicious beverage (in my opinion) known to humans – root beer! After enormous amounts of sassafras were fed to lab rats and the safrole in it allegedly causing them liver damage and cancer, the FDA banned it and root beer companies stopped using the…
Read MoreHealthy Habits; Galangal Root
Healthy Habits: Galangal Root There are 2 varieties of this cancer-fighting root, greater and lesser. Galangal is related to turmeric and ginger and has been used in Traditional Chinese Medicine and Ayurveda for centuries, as it’s native to Asia. https://specialtyproduce.com/produce/Galangal_Root_618.php It is similar in appearance to ginger, and contrastingly has a flavor described as bitter,…
Read MoreHealthy Habits; Yellow Dock
Healthy Habits: Yellow Dock Also known as curly dock and field sorrel, yellow dock’s leaves, roots and seeds can be made into a tincture, tea, decoction, syrup or poultice, for internal and external healing and nourishment. Harvesting should be done in early spring, the year after planting. The young leaves can also be rinsed…
Read MoreHealthy Habits; NAC
Healthy Habits: NAC NAC (N-Acetyl Cysteine) is a semi-essential amino acid that breaks down into cysteine and is then metabolized into glutathione, an important antioxidant to help your immune system work at its best. www.healthline.com/nutrition/nac-benefits Here are some of the other possible health benefits of NAC: promotes tissue-building & repair, detoxes, antimicrobial, supports fertility, balances…
Read MoreHealthy Habits: GABA
Healthy Habits: GABA Gamma Aminobutyric Acid (GABA) is an inhibitory neurotransmitter naturally occurring in the central nervous system. It is an amino acid that relieves anxiety, reduces muscle spasms, promotes a restful & healing sleep, lowers blood pressure and boosts immunity. While blood tests cannot indicate a GABA deficiency, decreased levels of GABA could…
Read MoreHealthy Habits, Vitamin C; beware of synthetic versions
Healthy Habits: Vitamin C The best way to get your daily Vitamin C is from whole foods. Most supplements, even if they claim to be natural, are incomplete and can cause negative side effects. I used to purchase ascorbic acid powder, or Emergen-C not realizing this. Ascorbic acid on its own is not Vitamin C;…
Read MoreOnion Juice; inexpensive home remedy for many ailments
Healthy Habits: Onion Juice Onion juice is an easily accessible, inexpensive home remedy for many ailments. I recommend juicing organic, red onions instead of other varieties, because of their higher antioxidant content. Here’s how to make onion juice: Peel one small, organic red onion and rinse with filtered water. Next, you can either grate…
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