How You Can Juice for Weight Loss

How You Can Juice for Weight Loss...

The Secret to weightless is juicing! and its easier than you think.

It really doesn't take much to get rid of that extra weight when you consider the effort that is involved to do so. I know I lost an easy 8 lbs with 2 weeks of juicing. Juicing is a great way to get the proper nutrients that support your body's own ability to burn fat and get rid of those extra pounds and it will help keep you looking and feeling healthy. No fad diet is going to do you any long term benefit or improve your wellbeing like juicing fresh organic fruits and vegetables. I have had a few friends suffer heart attacks attempting to lose weight by increasing their protein intake with animal fats and other wacky restrictions in their diets. Others that tried these diets lost weight temporarily but soon gain it back and looked very unhealthy during the process and after. Some lost their hair, their skin looked pale and their energy levels did not improve due to these crazy fad diets.

I am going to give you a challenge. Dust off that juicer you have at the back of kitchen cabinet or if you don't have one, you can purchase a great masticating juicer for as little as $200.00 (This investment will save you thousands in future medical costs).  My challenge is this... you will juice these two recipes:

juice recipe 1

• 3 carrots and 
• 1 granny smith apple 

once a day. In the morning is great. fills you up and gives you tons of energy. you may even like to add a little ginger to it.

juice recipe 2

• 1 granny smith apple, 
• 1 lemon, 
• a piece of ginger, 
• 1/2 fennel bulb, 
• 1/2 cucumber 
• a handful of mint 
• 2 kale leaves 

at another time in the day, maybe when you get home from work.

Do this for 7 days. It only takes a few minutes, it takes as much time as it does or less than to prepare that damaging breakfast such as eggs and bacon. You will find that this juice will actually fill you up. I usually have a bowl of oatmeal as well sometimes. If you want the full benefits of this for weight loss, refrain from consuming any animal fats (no fish, chicken, pork or beef), no dairy, and no processed foods. Just whole plant based foods, beans, whole grains and fruits and vegetables for at least the first four days. If you can do the week, give it a shot. You will find almost immediately that you will have more energy, feel better, your friends will be commenting soon about how much better and more radiant you look. you will soon have a overwhelming feeling of wellbeing.


I found this great website with many recipes for juicing for weight loss. I urge you to check it out. Juicing has helped many people lose unwanted pounds. Follow the recommended recipes when provided and don't think adding more is better. Whenever people overload their juice ingredients and get terrible tasting juices, they tend to quit juicing and I don't want to see that happen so follow the recipes. Juicing can be the gateway to your newfound health and wellness! Be sure to visit the following websites:
juiceforweightloss.com
juicerecipes.com
rawjuicecleanserecipes.com
or check out the juicing recipes on this blog at wellandwild.blogspot.ca/p/juicing

Hearty Greens Soup

Hearty Greens Soup

 

3 tbls of olive oil

1 med onion, chopped

1 leek, wash well, chopped

Sea salt and pepper

1 garlic clove, chopped

4 potatoes, peeled and large dice

1 celery root, peeled and large diced

2 large carrots,  diced

6 cups of vegetable broth

A mixture of  greens cut to bite sizes.

kale leaves,  ribs removed,

swiss chard,  ribs removed

baby bok choy

spinach

add your favorite greens

variations: add green peas or asparagus.

Heat oil in a large pot over medium heat and add onions and a pinch of salt and pepper. Sauté onion until soft. Add garlic and sauté about a minute. Add potato, celery root, carrots and vegetable broth. Simmer and cook until carrots and potatoes are tender. Puree the soup in a blender or using a immersion blender. Once blended return to the pot and add greens and cook until the greens are tender. Add sea salt and pepper to taste.

MAKE YOUR OWN ALMOND OR COCONUT MILK!

Make your own almond or coconut milk.

ALMOND MILK

•   1lb raw organic almonds

•   1 tsp organic vanilla extract (or organic vanilla beans)

Directions:

            Soak almonds for 8 hours or overnight in distilled or spring water in a bowl or jar. Drain water then rinse and discard water. If you are using a masticating juicer, place almond and fresh spring water in the juicer with a ladle. This should make great almond milk. Note that some juicers may require that you remove the skins with hot water prior to placing in the juicer. 
            If using a juicer like the Norwalk that has a separate press, you should placed soaked almonds in a blender such as a Vitamix and pulse blend. Then pour into a cloth bag that Norwalk sells and place in the press for the best almond milk you ever had.

            The other option is to place soaked almond (after draining and rinsing)  with a ladle in a Vitamix and pulse blend, then pour into a sprout bag and strain the milk. Then add vanilla extract or organic raw honey. You can order bags from 

             http://www.norwalkjuicers.com  or purchase nut milk bags from a health store or online retailer. Other juicers great for almond or coconut milk are the hurom masticating juicer or the omega masticating juicer. 

Glorified Shepherd’s Pie

Glorified Shepherd’s Pie 

From Vegetarian Times

INGREDIENTS

Serves 6 Vegan

3 large baking potatoes, peeled and coarsely chopped (5 cups) 21⁄2 Tbs. olive oil
1 large onion, chopped (11⁄2 cups)
1 medium eggplant, peeled and diced
2 medium zucchini, diced (2 cups) 1 cup sliced mushrooms
1 cup frozen baby peas
2 cloves garlic, chopped (2 tsp.)
2 Tbs. tomato paste
1 14.5-oz. can diced Italian-style tomatoes 1⁄4 cup chopped fresh basil
11⁄2 Tbs. balsamic vinegar
1 tsp. chopped fresh thyme
1 cup warm soymilk
3 Tbs. canola oil

DIRECTIONS

1. Preheat oven to 375°F. Grease large, deep pie pan or medium-size casserole.
2. Put potatoes in medium saucepan, and add enough salted water to cover by 1 inch. Bring to a boil, reduce heat, and simmer 12 to 15 minutes, until tender.
3. Meanwhile, warm olive oil in large, deep skillet over medium heat. Add onion, and cook, stirring often, 5 minutes. Add eggplant and zucchini, and cook, partially covered and stirring often, 3 to 4 minutes. Add mushrooms, peas, and garlic, and cook, partially covered, 3 minutes, stirring occasionally. Add tomato paste, and cook 2 minutes. Add tomatoes, basil, vinegar, thyme, and salt and pepper to taste. Bring to a simmer, and cook gently, partially covered, 3 to 4 minutes. Transfer mixture to prepared pie pan.
4. Drain potatoes, and mash, gradually adding soymilk and canola oil as you mash. Spread evenly over filling. Bake 20 to 25 minutes, or until bubbling hot. Cool at least 5 minutes before serving.

PER SERVING: 298 CAL, 7 G PROT, 13.5 G TOTAL FAT (1.5 G SAT FAT), 39 G CARB, 0 MG CHOL, 510 MG SOD, 8 G FIBER, 11 G SUGARS 

The Chemical Names of Vitamins You Should Know

Here is a list of vitamins and their chemical name that they sometimes are listed as on a vitamin bottle label. 



A-               retinol, retinyl palmitat, or betacarotene

B1-             thiamine, thiamine hydrochloride, thiamine mononitrate

B2 -            riboflavin

B3 -            niacin, niacinamide

B5 -            pantothenic acid, calcium pantothenate

B6 -            pyridoxine, pyridoxal-5-phosphate, pyridoxine hydrochloride

B12 -          cyanocobalamine, methylcobalamine

C -              ascorbic add, calcium ascorbate, magnesium ascorbate, sodium ascorbate

D -              ergocalciferol, cholecalciferol

E -               d(l) alpha tocopherol, tocopheryl acetate, tocopheryl succinate

Biotin -        biotin

Folic acid -  folate

How To Improve Your Memory & Boost Your Brain Power!

How You Can Boost Your Brain Power!

Learn what foods and nutrients that are are beneficial for proper brain functioning.

Inside your brain are billions of brain cells linked to a multitude of pathways and control centers and are interacting with one another at an astonishing speed. Your brain is always working and even when you are sleeping it controls functions that are vital to your life from circulation to breathing. 

Food for your brain....Fats, Proteins, Carbohydrates, Fresh Fruit and Vegetables are all required for a healthy functioning brain. A balanced diet that is rich in essential amino acids, minerals, and vitamins will help provide you optimal functioning brain with a  vibrant and sharp memory.

Juicing fruits and vegetables can be beneficial to supplying the necessary nutrients for proper brain function and are used by the body to build up the walls in your brain cells. Omega-3 fatty acids are especially helpful for optimum brain health.  You will also benefit from other omega oils in almond oil, flaxseed oil, olive oil, and sesame oil. These are also rich in monounsaturated fats.  

How to get fit fast .... The Official Body-for-LIFE Weight-Training Plan

HOW YOU CAN GET FIT!

I found this amazing weight-training and cardio plan on EAS's http://bodyforlife.com website. I have been following this program for some time after reading Bill Philips book "Body for Life" I think you will be amazed at the results you will get. 

Official Body-for-LIFE Weight-Training Plan

• Weight train intensely, three times per week on alternating days with aerobic exercise three times per week. Make sure to hit your "high points" during your workout.
• Alternate training the major muscles of the upper and lower body.

Summer Roasted Ratatouille

Summer Roasted Ratatouille

1 large or 2 small egg plant, large diced (you may prefer to peel the egg plant)
2 green zucchinis, large diced
1 yellow zucchini, large diced
2 red bell peppers, large diced
3 tomatoes,  large diced
1/4 cup olive oil
2 springs of rosemary
5 sprigs of thyme
3 cloves of garlic, chopped
sea salt
fresh ground pepper

Heat the oven to 375 degrees.  toss the vegetables with olive oil and season generously with sea salt and pepper. You may require a little extra olive oil at this point if vegetables not fully coated. Spread the vegetables in  a single layer on a baking sheet or baking dish. spread the rosemary and thyme over the vegetables in the baking dish and place in the oven for approximately 25 minutes. Now sprinkle garlic over vegetables and mix then continue roasting are soft and browning around the edges (about 20 minutes). after removing from the  the oven, cover and allow to steam for a few minutes. taste and adjust seasoning. (optional) toss with balsamic vinegar or fresh squeezed lemon juice.  

SPICY CORN AND PEPPERS RECIPE

SPICY CORN & PEPPERS

2 Tbsp olive oil

2 cups of corn kernels

2 scallions, thinly slice

1 red bell pepper, small diced

1 jalapeño, cored, seeded, minced
Sea salt
1 tbs fresh squeezed lime juice

Directions
Heat oil in a deep frying pan over medium heat. add corn, red peppers, scallions, jalapeños and cook, stirring occasionally. once the corn starts to brown and stick to the pan, you may want to add a couple teaspoons of water to deglaze the brown to add more delicious flavour.  Once the water has evaporated, season with salt to taste and then remove from heat. add lime juice and serve. serve with a lime wedge. 

Easy To Make Vegetarian Enchiladas Recipe

Vegetarian Enchiladas

Try this awesome vegetarian enchilada at your next party or for lunch or dinner. I love this dish and don't be afraid to try different ingredients or tortilla shells. This dish is easy to make and tastes great!

Ingredients

6  tortilla (I used 6” but you can use 10” if you like)

I also use either corn (gluten-free) or whole wheat organic. Try different ones and see which you like best.

Green Lentil Salad Recipe

GREEN LENTIL SALAD

•    1 cup French green lentils

•    3 cups of corn kernels 

•    2 organic tomatoes (chopped)

•    1 organic cucumber (peeled and chopped)

•    3/4 red onion (chopped)

•    2 cups fresh organic baby spinach (chopped)

•    1/4 cup organic olive oil

•    1/4 freshly squeezed organic lemon juice

•    1salt & fresh ground pepper to taste.

•    1 organic cucumber (peeled and chopped)

In a large sauce pan bring lentils and 5 cups of water to a boil. reduce to a simmer for 15

minutes or until tender but firm. drain and rinse under cold water and set aside. 

Combine lentils with remaining ingredients in a large bowl and toss and combine and serve

1/2 cucmber (peeled and chopped)

How To Prevent Memory Loss and The Onset of Alzheimer's Disease

Vitamin B12, Vitamin B6, and Folic Acid Daily Juicing May Help Prevent Memory Loss!

In recent studies there has been overwhelming evidence showing that memory loss and increased risk of Alzheimer's disease is strongly associated with low levels of Vitamin B12, Vitamin B6 and folic acid. It has also been associated with low levels of essential fatty acids. Supplementing with a b-complex or extra b vitamins may be of benefit to you. You should have tests done to check if you have any deficiencies.

Test your memory and cognitive functions for free online at www.cognitivefunctiontest.org. 

Foods For Your Well Being! - Garlic

GARLIC
Garlic has been used to prevent and cure illness for centuries. Garlic’s main ingredient is an oil called allicin. Research has shown allicin to be a powerful anti-coagulant that inhibits blood clotting and helps to break down clots and allows blood to flow which helps reducing blood pressure.  Garlic stops the production of cholesterol in the body and also helps eliminate cholesterol from the body.

Allicin has been known to be a very potent antibiotic, antibacterial and antifungi ingredient.  Raw Garlic has been known to relieve symptoms from colds and respiratory infections. It has also been used to fight off infections in the digestive system, helps balance bacteria in the gut and ward off intestinal parasites.  It helps protect the body from carcinogens and bacteria and helps healing, lower blood sugar, alleviates hypertension, and speeds healing. The Egyptian pyramid builders used garlic help give them strength. Garlic is really another wonder food that can be included in your juicing recipe too. 

Roasted Parsnips with Cinnamon and Coriander Recipe

Roasted Parsnips with Cinnamon and Coriander

8-10 parsnips, peeled, roughly chopped to same size approx 1"
1/4 cup olive oil
1/4 tsp ground cinnamon 
1/2 tsp ground coriander
1/2 tsp ground cumin
1/2 tsp weet paprika
1/2 tsp kosher salt
2 tbs parsly, chopped
2 tsp freshly squeezed lemon juice
zest from lemon

DIRECTIONS: preheat oven to 375 degrees F.  Arrange parsnips in a baking dish and drizzle olive oil and toss and coat parsnips.  Combine coriander, cumin, cinnamon, paprika and salt and mix and sprinkle over parsnips. Roast for about 45 minutes or until lightly browned turning a couple times while baking. Once done, sprinkle with parsley and lemon juice and toss then serve. 

CAULIFLOWER BUFFALO WINGS RECIPE

CAULIFLOWER BUFFALO WINGS 

This is an awesome addition to the BBQ party. Your friends will be amazed!

Ingredients:

•   2 medium heads of cauliflower

•   1 cup white rice flour (or substitute regular flour)

•   ¼ teaspoon garlic power

•   ¼ teaspoon salt

•   ¼ teaspoon paprika
•   1 cup Frank’s Red Hot Buffalo Wing Sauce or any organic vegetarian friendly buffalo wing sauce. 

Directions: combine all ingredients in a bowl and toss. you can serve this cold or steam your cauliflower then gently mix with remaining ingredients. Be careful not to over cook cauliflower.  Even great on the BBQ.

RANCH DIP

Ingredients:

•   1 cup vegan mayonnaise

•   ½ cup vegan sour cream

•   1 teaspoon vegan worcesterchire sauce

•   1 teaspoon white vinegar

•   1 tablespoon dill

•   1 tablespoon chives

•   ¼ cup Italian parsley

•   1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

•   1 garlic clove

•1/2 teaspoon black pepper

Kale and Cannellini Bean Soup Recipe

Kale and Cannellini Bean Soup Recipe


1 1/2 Tbs extra-virgen olive oil
1 yellow onion, finely chopped
2 carrots, peeled and finely chopped
2 celery stalks
1 1/2 tsp minced fresh rosemary
2 tbs tomato paste
2 garlic cloves, minced
4 cups vegetable broth
2 cans of cannellini beans, drained and rinsed
4 cups of Kale, ribs removed, leaves chopped
1 1/2 tsp apple cider vinegar

Directions:
heat 1 Tbs of olive oil in a pot over medium heat. Add onion, carrots, celery, and rosemary. stir occasionally until vegetables are tender. Add tomato paste and garlic. Then add broth, beans and kale. Bring to a boil, then reduce to a simmer for 15-20 minutes. Stir in apple cider vinegar and season with salt and pepper. You may need to add water or extra broth if liquid reduces too much. Optional: you can add a couple of cups of potato (cubed) after you add the paste and garlic. 

THE BEST CLEANSE...SHOULD I DO A CLEANSE?

So you want to do a cleanse...
What is cleansing? ... What will cleansing do for me?... Is it safe for me to Cleanse? Can I lose weight cleansing?... Why Cleanse? 

All these questions and more come up whenever someone has heard about a wonderful cleanse and thinks they may want to try it. I spent many years working in the retail health industry and found most people wanted to do a cleanse mainly to lose weight and body fat, but there are far more benefits than just that. So, is it for you.? Well let us find out. 

Cleansing is a great way to rid your body of toxic, poisonous waste from your body. The internal body cleanse became very popular (in my opinion) when the master cleanse was widely publicized in Hollywood, California by Beyonce Knowles, Gwyneth Paltrow and Angelina Jolie.

The Best Summer Zucchini Soup Recipe

Summer Zucchini Soup Recipe
You are going to enjoy this soup as it contains a wide variety of vegetables that will provide a range of vitamins and fibre.

Serves : 4–6

5 Zucchinis, cut in 11⁄2cm slices

3 tbsp olive oil

1 onion, chopped

2  leeks, chopped

1.2L water or stock

1 Handful of French beans, cut in 11⁄2cm slices

2 carrots, chopped

1-3 cloves garlic, pressed

2 tbsp fresh basil, finely chopped

Sea salt and fresh ground pepper

3 Medium tomatoes, skinned and quartered

1/2 cup wholewheat or buckwheat macaroni

 grated parmesan cheese (optional)

Directions:

-Prepare the vegetables, leaving the zucchini unpeeled (do not peel off skin).

-Heat the oil and cook the onions and leeks until soft.

-Add the water or stock, French beans, carrots, garlic, basil and seasoning and simmer for about 15 minutes of an hour.

-Add the tomatoes, zucchini and macaroni and continue cooking for 15-20 minutes. 

-Adjust seasoning.

-Serve with grated parmesan cheese (optional).

How To Stop Hair Loss And The Best Way You Can Improve Your Hair's Condition Naturally!

How to improve your hair’s condition and stop hair loss naturally!

Your hair is very important. Having great hair can help your self esteem and to some improve your attractiveness. Here are some natural ways to improve or protect that great head of hair.  Here are some recommended natural treatments that you can try. I recommend using organic whenever possible because I believe you should only put on your skin what you would put in your body.