You are very salty! The human body is an electrochemical system that contains many salts, with sodium chloride being the major one. Sodium and potassium regulate the total amount of fluid in the body and play a major role in the nervous system and muscles. The movement of sodium, inside and outside of the cells, …
Boron is a metalloid element, similar to silicon. It is amazing for bone health and the effect on steroid hormones. Boron is found in Boric acid and its salt called borax. Boron increases mental cognition in humans. We used to get plentiful levels of boron from soil and water, however modern soils are hugely depleted. We need a …
Organic raisins Raisins (dried grapes) are anti-inflammatory and full of antioxidants, such as resveratrol which decreases the risk of heart disease. Resveratrol is a polyphenic bioflavonoid antioxidant that are known to slow the effects of aging. Resveratrol is believed to be one of the most potent polyphenols and strongest protectors against symptoms associated with aging and free radical damage. Resveratrols anti-inflammatory …
Cacao Products Cacao is essentially RAW version of the cocoa bean that maintains the antioxidants, enzymes and friendly gut bacteria. Cacao that is linked to increased cardiovascular health, lowered blood pressure and lowered blood glucose levels. Cacao is rich in minerals, such as magnesium, zinc, manganese, iron, and copper. Cacao also contains the perfect fat …
Coffee and Caffeine Caffeine ingestion is linked to increase anaerobic performance and muscle endurance. In an study, pre-workout caffeine increased maximum muscular strength. Caffeinated pills, mixes and drinks are the most common pre-workout supplement among bodybuilders, athletes, and gym-goers. Strong black coffee and cream is a great idea. Adding sugar is a bad idea. Many people …
Glutathione Glutathione (GSH) is a short chain of 3 amino acids that plays several vital roles in the body. Every cell in our body produces glutathione and it’s the most important antioxidant. Glutathione is central to recovery from exercise, it makes you feel good and prevents or overcomes both infectious diseases and chronic degenerative diseases. Glutathione protects your …
Papaya Raw green papayas contain essential nutrients and minerals such as potassium, magnesium, and vitamins like A, C, B and E. It also contains a powerful enzyme called papain, which plays a key role in digestive processes. Papain is a powerful digestive aid and antioxidant. It breaks down large proteins into smaller polypeptides and into individual amino acids. The papaya enzyme papain breaks …
Vitamin B12 Vitamin B12 is essential for DNA synthesis, brain function, nervous system function and red blood cell formation. It’s also essential for heart health as it aids in the breakdown of homocysteine which is associated with an increased risk of heart disease. Although required for proper metabolic function, the human body does not create this vitamin …
Brazil Nuts Brazil nuts have a good fat profile (100 grams of brazil nuts has 15g SFAs, 25g MUFAs, and 19g PUFAs). They are a little high in PUFAs but Brazil nuts contain masses of selenium which is a key testosterone booster. Selenium has also been scientifically proven to lift mood and prevent depression. Brazil nuts are …
Apricots and dried apricots Dried apricots are a good Source of Vitamin A. 100g of dried apricots delivers 3600 UI of vitamin A (which is 120% of your RDA). This equates to 240 calories. Dried apricots contain vitamin A in the form of the carotenoid beta-carotene (your body can convert beta-carotene into vitamin A). Vitamin …
