Sep
29
I Say, Acai!
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They’re now being touted as the new “superfood” that aim to help you lose more weight via natural, safe means—which is munching away, as opposed to crunching your abs with tiring repetitive exercises, or going under the knife in an expensive attempt to trim away your excess fat. Eating to lose weight—now there’s the acai promise!
The best news about the acai berry is that it’s bursting with vitamins and nutrients needed to aid you on your road to effective weight reduction. Some quick and proven facts about the acai berry: its rich purple color is the effect of an antioxidant called anthocyanin, which fights free radicals in the body. This, in turn, helps stabilize your energy rate for more effective fat burning. And since it’s a high-fiber fruit, the acai berry also serves as a metabolic booster to help clean out your system much faster.
What’s not to like about this sun-warmed, pulpy fruit of Brazil? You can have it as a smoothie, in liquid form, or even as preserves. It’s got more antioxidants than its close relative, the blueberry. With the acai aiding your sensible diet and exercise plan (it’s not recommended to do away with those altogether!), you can fully expect to “reap” the “fruits” of your weight loss regimen with a much lower cholesterol rate, better-looking and glowing complexion, higher energy levels throughout the day, better digestion, and a stronger immune system as extras!
Jul
4
Insomniac? Stressed? Get “Naturally” Sleepy And Calm!
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So you’re wide awake at an ungodly hour once again…and you’re not even partying! Insomnia has reared its ugly head and you’re suffering big time. You just want to sleep and put your poor, tired body to rest for the night.
If you’re iffy about taking sleeping pills (and I don’t blame you), why not try taking Valerian? It’s a natural sleep aid that’s been approved in plenty of European countries like Germany and Britain. Native to Europe and North America, it grows in all seasons, with the Latin name Valeriana officinalis. Easily recognizable for its pretty pinkish-white flowers, Valerian is harvested when it’s around two years old for the important compounds found in its roots. These compounds: valepotriates, valeric acid, and other volatile oils, are proven to have sedative powers.
And the natural ingredients of a Valerian plant don’t only induce sleep. They actually help relax the mind, as well. Used as a calming agent for centuries, Valerian is also ideal for even stressful situations in the day time, as well as anxiety disorders including diverticulosis and irritable bowel syndrome.
Some notes before taking Valerian for insomnia or stress, however: it may cause drowsiness if taken during the day. Also, breastfeeding or pregnant women shoud avoid taking Valerian. Otherwise, it’s pretty safe to pop a Valerian capsule, pill, or drink an infusion of it as tea, and let the natural ingredients work their way into a calmer state of mind for you.