Another health resolution for 2014 : Get a good night's sleep

Restful sleep is essential for a fully functioning mind and body. This means avoiding caffeine and alcohol, which can disrupt sleep. In addition, sugary snacks before bed can affect blood sugar levels and disturb sleep.

Here are 10 benefits of a good night's sleep :

1.Keep your figure.
Watching your weight can be as simple as getting a good night's sleep. Lack of sleep can make you put on weight by drastically slowing your metabolism down, according to a study by scientists at Uppsala University in Sweden. The researchers suggested getting plenty of sleep might prevent weight gain.

2.You can concentrate better.
We have all woken up after a good night's sleep ready to take on the world. But IKEA's Slumber Survey found one in three Australians rate their sleep as 'poor' to 'terrible'. A bad night's sleep can leave you struggling all day. More than half of us will have problems concentrating after sleeping badly, according to a survey by shopping channel QVC.

3.You'll be in a great mood.
Nearly two thirds of people blame lack of sleep when they feel irritable, according to the QVC survey.
IKEA spokesman Angela McCann says: "It's unsurprising only 1% of those asked in the Slumber Survey claim to feel fantastic when they wake up. The lack of sleep and the ensuing tiredness is likely impacting on people's judgment, problem-solving and creativity."

4.You'll look more attractive.
Regular shut-eye actually makes you look healthier and more attractive, according to a 2010 study published in the British Medical Journal. Researchers photographed 23 people after a period of sleep deprivation and after a normal night's sleep of eight hours. The photos were shown to 65 people who rated each photo based on health attractiveness and tiredness. The sleep deprived group scored lower in all three categories.

5.Ability to make better informed decisions.
We've all heard of sleeping on a problem, in the hope that come morning the solution will be clear. Well scientists have found that when you do this your brain still looks for a solution, even when you're asleep. Even if you don't wake up with an answer, a good night's sleep will equip your brain to assess the problem afresh.

6.You'll live longer.
Regularly sleeping less than you should is associated with a shorter lifespan, although it is not clear whether little sleep is the cause, or an effect of other illnesses. Studies have found people who routinely sleep for fewer than six hours a night have a higher risk of dying sooner than people of a similar age who sleep for seven or eight hours a night.

7.You'll be a winner,\.
Getting extra sleep can even improve athletic performance. Five swimmers were monitored as part of a study in 2008, they extended their sleep to 10 hours a day for six to seven weeks. At the end of the study the athletes could swim faster and react more quickly. With Australians sleeping for seven hours each night on average, according to IKEA's Slumber Survey, three more hours in bed could make us quicker and sharper.

8.You're less likely to get ill.
Lack of sleep can suppress your immune system, which makes you more vulnerable to infections. A study in 2009 found that sleeping for fewer than seven hours a night increased the risk of catching a cold. The team from Carnegie Mellon University found the risk was trebled compared with those who slept for eight hours or more a night.

9.You'll remember things clearly.
During deep sleep the brain goes through our impressions of the day in a process vital to memory formation. A study published in the journal Sleep found people who slept fewer than six hours a night for two weeks scored far worse on memory tests than those who slept eight hours.

10.You'll have better sex.
The better rested you are, the better sex you'll have, according to researchers. The 2010 Sleep in America poll found about 20-30 per cent of men and women felt their family life and sexual relationships had been affected by their sleepiness.

Two more new years resolutions , which could help you to improve your health right away : cut down the bad fats and exercise regularly.

-Reduce the amount of saturated fats and trans fatty acids in your diet. Saturated fats are found in animal products such as meat and butter, and processed foods. Vegetable shortening, some types of margarine, french fries, and processed foods contain trans fatty acids and partially hydrogenated oils. Cook with extra virgin olive or non refined sunflower/canola oils.

-An ideal combination of exercise includes aerobics, weight-training, yoga, stretching, and recreational activities, such as dancing and swimming. Get exercise during your regular daily activities by walking at lunch and taking the stairs instead of the elevator.45 minutes of exercise , 5 days per week will be more than enough to keep your body healthy (if you also take care of what you eat ) as well as improve your mood.

What are your health resolutions for 2014 ? This could be a good one : Avoid refined sugar.

-Sugar decreases your overall health and makes you age quicker.

-Sugar disrupts normal brain function.

-Sugar increases fat storing.

-Check food labels and look for hidden sugar such as corn syrup, sucrose, glucose, and lactose.

You can substitute sugar with Organic Maple syrup grade A , Organic honey , Rice Syrup or Agave Syrup.

The properties of Filberts.Another nut used in Abundance Living Food :

-Filberts have been deemed the most beneficial nut for heart health, containing a mix of beneficial compounds that protect against coronary disease.

-Filberts are high in oleic acid, a monounsaturated fatty acid that helps to lower cholesterol.

-Filberts lower blood pressure because of minerals such as calcium, magnesium, and potassium.

-Filberts contain cardioprotective arginine, an amino acid that relaxes blood vessels.

I grew up eating fresh and dried Figs and I love them ! Also they are one of the Abundance Living Food main ingredients. These are some its benefits for the health :

-Figs contain potassium, fiber and calcium * may help to control blood pressure * provide Omega-3 and Omega-6 fatty acids, which may reduce risk of coronary heart disease * like other high fiber foods, may be helpful in a weight management program.

-Fresh, as well as dried figs contain good levels of B-complex group of vitamins such as niacin, pyridoxine, folates, and pantothenic acid. These vitamins function as co-factors for metabolism of carbohydrates, proteins, and fats.

-Dried figs are an excellent sources of minerals like calcium, copper, potassium, manganese, iron, selenium and zinc. 100 g of dried figs contain 640 mg of potassium, 162 mg of calcium, 2.03 mg of iron and 232 mg of potassium. Potassium is an important component of cell and body fluids that helps controlling heart rate and blood pressure. Copper is required in the production of red blood cells. Iron is required for red blood cell formation as well for cellular oxidation.

Onions whole food signature :

Onions look like body cells. Today's research shows that onions help clear waste materials from all of the body cells. They even produce tears which wash the epithelial layers of the eyes.

Do you know from where Abundance Living Food gets its crunchiness ? Buckwheat ! And do you know all its benefits and properties.Here are 10 of them.By the way , Buckwheat is 100% gluten free too.

1. Best source of high-quality, easily digestible proteins.
This makes it an excellent meat substitute.
High protein buckwheat flour is being studied for possible use in foods to reduce plasma cholesterol, body fat, and cholesterol gallstones.

2.  Fat alternative.
Buckwheat starch can also act as a fat alternative in processed foods.

3.  The high level of rutin is extracted from the leaves for medicine to treat high blood pressure.

4.  Non allergenic.
Buckwheat hulls are used as pillow stuffing for those allergic to feathers, dust, and pollen.

5. May help diabetes.
New evidence has found that buckwheat may be helpful in the management of diabetes according to Canadian researchers in the Journal of Agricultural and Food Chemistry.
With a glycemic index of 54, it lowers blood sugars more slowly than rice or wheat products.

6. Great for the digestion.
“The properties of buckwheat are: Neutral thermal nature; sweet flavor; cleans and strengthens the intestines and improves appetite. Is effective for treating dysentery and chronic diarrhea.”  According to Paul Pitchford in Healing with Whole Foods (1993)

7. Chemical free.
Buckwheat grows so quickly that it does not usually require a lot of pesticides or other chemicals to grow well.

8.  Buckwheat is good at drawing out retained water and excess fluid from swollen areas of the body.
Read how to make a Buckwheat Plaster.

9.  Buckwheat is a warming food.
It is classified by macrobiotics as a yang food. It is great for eating in the cold winter months.

10.  Buckwheat contains no gluten and is not a grain.
It is therefore great for celiacs and those on grain free and gluten sensitive diets.

Apple Cider Vinegar is simply a gift for our health.Here are 7 benefits of taking Apple Cider Vinegar.You can add it to salads or even drink it by itself diluted with water.

1. Detoxification

Being rich in natural minerals, vitamins and enzymes makes apple cider vinegar a great addition to any detox. The unique acids in apple cider vinegar can bind to toxins and help the body eliminate them more effectively. Apple cider vinegar can also help to stimulate circulation and aid detoxification in the liver. In ancient cultures ACV was often used to purify the blood. Another way apple cider vinegar aids detoxification is by breaking up mucus throughout the body and cleansing the lymph nodes to allow for better lymph circulation. A healthy lymphatic system can remove toxins from the cells in the body while improving immune system response.

2. To promote weight loss

Apple cider vinegar may aid in weight loss by stabilising the blood sugar for a longer period and helping to control the appetite. Try taking 1-2 teaspoons in water before each meal. This little trick may also help with diabetes. Don’t just rely on ACV to help you trim down though. It won’t work if your diet is rubbish. ACV should be an accompaniment to a healthy, balanced diet.

3. To help with digestion

Aiding digestion is possibly one of apple cider vinegar’s biggest claims to fame. It can help with common indigestion and gastrointestinal discomfort caused by certain foods and it is said to clear up chronic acid reflux when taken religiously with each meal.

4. To alleviate skin problems

Apple cider vinegar can be used as a topical astringent for acne prone skin, and some even report that taking ACV orally every day has helped clear their skin. Add a cup of apple cider vinegar and a cup of Epsom salts to a hot bath to draw toxins out through the skin and help jumpstart the cleansing process. This can also help relieve joint pain as well as skin conditions like eczema and acne.

5. To get rid of warts

Try this for a home wart removal remedy: Soak a cotton ball with apple cider vinegar and attach it to the wart site with a bandaid. Leave overnight. Repeat each night until the wart disappears.

6. Helps ward off sickness

Apple cider vinegar devotees claim that this miracle elixir is one of the main reasons they are able to ward of common illnesses. This can most likely be chalked up to ACV's unique blend of vitamins, minerals and enzymes. It also possesses antimicrobial and antiseptic properties.

7. For soft and shiny hair

Acetic acid, the main ingredient in ACV, will remove build up from styling products and conditioners and strengthen the hair shaft, leaving you with soft, shiny strands. It will also balance hair's pH level, kill bacteria, and is a cure for dandruff.

Dilute 1/3 cup ACV in 4 cups of water and pour over your hair after shampooing. Leave it in for a few seconds before rinse your hair using cold water to seal the hair shaft and create more shine. Because vinegar is acidic, using the rinse daily is not advised. And no, your hair won’t stink like vinegar – the smell will go away after your hair dries.

How to take it orally…

Add 1-3 teaspoons of apple cider vinegar to a glass of warm or cool water before each meal. You can also add it to hot water with a little honey and drink it as a tea. Apple cider vinegar is also great as a salad dressing when mixed with flax seed oil and honey.

It’s important to buy an apple cider vinegar that is organic and unfiltered so that all of its nutritional value is in tact. The Bragg’s brand is great. The hazy looking stuff that settles to the bottom is called “the mother” and it is said to be the most nutritious part of the apple cider vinegar for its therapeutic benefits.

Sea Salt (or Real Salt) should be part of our diet as well as is an ingredient of Abundance Living Food.

-Salt is most effective in stabilizing irregular heart beats.

-Salt is vital for balancing the sugar levels in the blood; a needed element in diabetics.

-Salt is vital for the nerve cells.

-Salt is vital for absorption of food particles through the intestinal tract.

-Salt is vital for the clearance of the lungs of mucus plugs, particularly in asthma and cystic fibrosis.

-Salt is vital for clearing up catarrh (runny nose) and congestion of the sinuses.

-Salt is essential for the prevention of muscle cramps.

-Salt is vital to prevent excess saliva production to the point that it flows out of the mouth during sleep.

-Salt is vital for sleep regulation.

-Salt is vital for the prevention of gout and gouty arthritis.

-Salt is vital for preventing varicose veins and spider veins on the legs and thighs.

-27% of the body’s salt is in the bones. Osteoporosis results when the body needs more salt and takes it from the bones.

Avocado Whole Food Signature.

Egg Plant, Avocadoes and Pears target the health and function of the womb and cervix of the female - they look just like these organs. Today's research shows that when a woman eats 1 avocado a week, it balances hormones, sheds unwanted birth weight and prevents cervical cancers. And how profound is this? .... it takes exactly 9 months to grow an Avocado from blossom to ripened fruit. 
There are over 14,000 phytolytic chemical constituents of nutrition in each one of these foods (modern science has only studied and named about 141 of them).

Did you know that Prunes (another Abundance Living Food ingredient ) :

-contains contains a lot of fibers and sorbitol a stool loosening sugar.

-helps to slow aging process of the brain and body.
Helps in cases of anemia.

- are excellent for increasing one's vitality.

-It helps in normal blood circulation.

-It is a good remedy for sore throat.

-It can help prevent cancer  because of its high betacarotene content.

Clean your ears safely with Hydrogen Peroxide.I have done it several times and work wonders : You can even avoid cold or flu by doing this , amazing !

Celery Whole Food Signature.Want Strong Bones ? Eat Celery !

Celery, Bok Choy, Rhubarb and more look just like bones.  These foods specifically target bone strength.  Bones are 23% sodium and these foods are 23% sodium.  If you don't have enough sodium in your diet the body pulls it from the bones, making them weak.  These foods replenish the skeletal needs of the body.

Let's check the benefits of Grape Seed oil , one of the oils used (with Walnut oil) for Abundance Living Food. Grape Seed oil is pressed from the seeds of grapes.

-HEART HEALTH. Grape seed oil helps lower total cholesterol and increases the concentration of beneficial HDLs (high density lipoproteins), which carry excess cholesterol away from body cells and back to the liver where it is excreted.

-BREAST HEALTH. Grape seed oil can help shrink some of the swelling from non-cancerous breast cysts, a problem that affects one in five pre-menopausal women today.

-CIRCULATORY HEALTH. Grape seed oil can help shrink varicose veins, improve skin color and skin texture. It acts as a catalyst for Vitamin C, which promotes softer, smoother skin, and increases the flow of nutrient-rich blood to all areas of the body, including the extremities.

-JOINT HEALTH. Grape seed oil can help prevent arthritis because it maintains healthy collagen, the fibrous part of connective joint tissue. If you suffer from arthritis, grape seed oil can reduce the inflammation that causes pain.

-EYE HEALTH. Grape seed oil can improve eyesight by causing the small blood vessels in the eyes to function more efficiently.

-ALERGY RELIEF. Grape seed oil blocks the release of enzymes that produce histamines, natural substances in the body that trigger allergic reactions.

What do we consider to be a "whole food" ? 

You hear the term "whole food" being tossed around in health circles, but do you know what it means? Do you know why whole foods are being touted as the healthiest way to eat? 

Whole foods:

1. Contain all the nutrients your body needs.
2. Whole foods are free from synthetic chemicals.
3. Whole foods have a positive affect on your health.
4.Most of whole foods are grown locally (in a 100 mile radius)

For these 4 reasons, it makes sense to consider the benefits of eating whole foods as a lifestyle.

The properties of flax seed , another Abundance Living Food ingredient.

-Flax Fights Diabetes - Nutritionists are instructing their diabetic patients to eat flax daily. It has been discovered that the omega-3 fat and high fiber in flax may play a role in the fight against diabetes. 

-Flax Fights Constipation - Flax is high in both soluble and insoluble fiber.

-Flax Fights Inflammation - Flax is high in Omega 3 essential fatty acids. That’s good news for people who suffer from inflammatory disorders, including rheumatoid arthritis.

-Flax Fights Menopausal Symptoms - Hot flashes, night sweats, irritability, moodiness…ah, the joys of menopause. Can flax really help? Yes it can!

-Flax fights Heart Disease -Flax has been found to help reduce total cholesterol, LDL levels (the bad cholesterol), triglycerides. Flax helps to reduce clotting time and thereby reduces the chance for heart attacks and strokes. Regular intake of flax protects against arrhythmias and helps keep the arteries clear and pliable!

-Flax fights “The Blues” Preliminary research suggests that eating a diet rich in flax could slash your risk of ever feeling “down in the dumps”.

Walking is a brilliant exercise.Go to your closest park or for a hike and enjoy its benefits.

Walking ~ Numerous Benefit :

If a daily fitness walk could be put in a pill, it would be one of the most popular prescriptions in the world. It has so many health benefits. Walking can reduce the risk of many diseases — from heart attack and stroke to hip fracture and glaucoma. These may sound like claims on a bottle of snake oil, but they're backed by major research. Walking requires no prescription, the risk of side effects is very low, and the benefits are numerous:

-Manage your weight.
-Control your blood pressure
-Decrease your risk of heart attack
-Boost “Good” cholesterol
-Lower your risk of stroke
-Reduce your risk of breast cancer
-Lower your risk of type 2 diabetes
-Any amount of walking is good, but for the best health results, set a brisk pace and walk for 30 minutes at least 5 times a week.
-Be sure to check with your doctor on the level of exercise that's best for you.

My favorite Abundance Living Food flavor is Blueberry. And after reading all the properties of blueberries, I think I should eat it even more !

-Alzheimer and Strokes: In a study conducted by the USDA, it was found that feeding blueberries to elder laboratory rats markedly reduced age related declines in mental capacity. This finding alone has major implications for human cognitive decline, namely Alzheimer’s and other age related cognitive diseases. The natural phytochemicals found in blueberries have also been found to help prevent further brain damage from strokes.

-High Cholesterol: It is suggest that blueberries may reduce the build-up of bad cholesterol that contributes to heart disease. Once again, the dark pigmented skin, rich in antioxidants are thought to play a key role in cholesterol reduction.

-Urinary Tract Infections: How about some blueberries? Rutgers University researchers have isolated yet another blueberry compound that appears to promote urinary tract health. It appears that epicatechin; another natural and beneficial component of the blueberry inhibits the ability of some types of infectious bacteria to adhere to the walls of the urinary tract.

-Eyesight Problems: European studies have documented the relationship between the regular consumption of bilberries (the European cousin of the American blueberry) and improved eyesight.

-Antioxidant: The powerful antioxidant properties of the blueberry appear to play a conclusive role in the prevention and delay of certain diseases such as cancer, cardiovascular issues, and the aging process.

Tomato Whole Food signature.A Tomato has four chambers and is red. The heart is red and has four chambers. All of the research shows tomatoes are indeed pure heart and blood food.

Avoiding toxic relations is one of the 7 principles of health and happiness. And when a toxic relationship is replaced for real and unconditional love , our lives automatically becomes more whole and fulfill. Here are some of proven health benefits of love and how you can get in on them.

-Better Heart Health - Dean Ornish, M.D has compiled a number of studies on love and health in his book Love and Survival, the Scientific Basis for the Healing Power of Intimacy. In one study he describes, researchers talked with nearly 10 thousand married men who had no previous history of angina (chest pains). Despite high risk factors like high cholesterol, high blood pressure, and diabetes, men who felt loved by their wives, experienced half the angina as men who felt their wives didn’t show them love.

-Lower cholesterol levels It may seem hard to believe, but according to a study reported in a 2007 issue of Human Communication Research, just putting your affectionate feelings down on paper can lower your cholesterol level. For a period of 5 weeks, volunteers wrote about their feelings for loved ones in 20-minute sessions three times a day. Afterwards, they were found to have significantly lower cholesterol levels than their peers.

-Pain relief and a stronger immune system It's not just romantic love that can improve your health. Just showing your care and concern for others in your community can also provide health benefits. The Institute for the Advancement of Health conducted two surveys involving a total of 1746 people who did volunteer work. Results showed that just helping out in the community offered relief from pain related to stress-sensitive conditions like multiple sclerosis, and headaches, and lupus. Researchers suggested effects were due to relaxation and endorphin release.

When You Love Someone ~ Share Hugs !!!!

Healthy hugging A study conducted by doctors at the University of North Carolina, published in the July/August, 2005 issue of Psychosomatic Medicine, discovered that hugging has measurable benefits for the heart. Researchers asked 38 couples to sit close to one another, talk, and then hug. Afterwards, women showed somewhat lower levels of cortisol and lower blood pressure, while both men and women had increased levels of oxytocin, the bonding hormone.

Considering what a powerful emotion love is, maybe it shouldn't be surprising that it can protect your heart, up you levels of youthful hormones, and even lower your cholesterol. Love may have its ups and downs, but overall, at least from a medical perspective, it's worth it!

How often do you do a Colon cleanse ? Or have you ever heard about Colon cleanses are how are for your health ?.Abundance Colon Cleanse works the same way and just for these 10 reasons is good to do a Colon Cleanse every 6 months or when you feel you need it.

Colon cleansing can help improve your body’s overall health and wellness, and may even reduce your risks for colon cancer.

Makes the digestive system more effective

As the colon is cleansed, it pushes undigested waste through your system, clearing the way for good nutrient absorption. If waste remains in the body for too long, it becomes a breeding ground for bacteria and illness. A clean colon from a colon detox allows undigested waste to pass easily through your system.

Maintains regularity and prevents constipation

Constipation — especially when it's chronic — causes a sluggish digestive response, which in turn leaves waste in the system longer. This increases the likelihood that toxins will be released into the bloodstream. It is also a cause of other illnesses and irritations, such as hemorrhoids and varicose veins.

Increases energy

Releasing the toxins from your body is rejuvenating because it refocuses the energy usually used for forcing waste through your intestines to other parts of your body. People who have undergone colon detoxification say they have better blood circulation, more restful sleep and a boost in energy.

Increases the body's absorption of vitamins and nutrients

A colon that has been cleansed allows only water, vitamins and nutrients to be absorbed into the bloodstream, rather than releasing toxins and bacteria through the colon walls. When the colon is detoxified, it clears the way for essential nutrients to filter into your body unobstructed.

Improves concentration

Poor diet and ineffective vitamin absorption can cause you to become distracted and lose your concentration. The buildup of mucous and toxins in your colon can keep your body from getting what it needs to function, even if you eat a consistently healthy diet. Cleansing the colon with a detox diet can be the difference between feeling alert and not being able to focus. This has far-reaching ramifications for work, your relationships and your overall health.

Kick-starts weight loss

Foods lacking in fiber move through the digestive tract at one-quarter the pace of high-fiber choices. This slow-moving food produces excess mucous that literally sticks to the intestinal walls, weighing the intestinal tract down with pounds of decaying fecal matter.

Colon cleansing has the potential to aid weight loss; some people claim to have lost up to 20 pounds over the course of a month. The average human colon weighs about four pounds empty and can hold up to eight meals' worth of food before digestion finally occurs. A colon cleansing can result in significant weight loss and kick-start your metabolism, as well as refocus your attention on better food choices and whole-body wellness.

Decreases risk of colon cancer

All the toxins that you eat, drink, breathe in and absorb through your skin end up being processed by your gastrointestinal system and liver. If they are not forced from your colon and liver as quickly as possible, they can wreak havoc on your body's systems. By releasing stagnant body waste, you reduce the causes and the risk of polyps, cysts and cancerous growths in your colon and gastrointestinal tract.

Increases fertility

Colon cleansing, as well as increased fiber intake and healthy food choices, improves regularity and helps keep your weight under control. Fat is estrogen-based, and if too much is present, becoming pregnant becomes more difficult. A colon that is weighed down by years of buildup can also press on the uterus and surrounding reproductive organs in women, causing strain.

Colon cleansing rids the body of many chemicals and toxins that affect the egg and sperm. Many naturopaths recommend that both partners undergo colon cleansing before attempting pregnancy.

Maintains pH balance in the bloodstream

Foods that cause colon blockages are acid-forming — particularly high-protein diets without enough fiber. This leads to general malaise in the body. The tissue of the colon eventually becomes diseased and inflamed, reducing the colon's ability to do its job, which is to allow only water, minerals and vitamins to pass into the bloodstream. If yeasts, molds, fungus, bacteria, parasites or fecal material enter the bloodstream and connected tissue, the body's pH will be thrown out of balance.

Improves whole-body well-being

Ridding the colon of waste and toxins by releasing layers of colon buildup can lead to feelings of lightness, strength and overall good health.

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Another Whole Food signature : walnuts.

A Walnut looks like a little brain, a left and right hemisphere, upper cerebrums and lower cerebellums. Even the wrinkles or folds are on the nut just like the neo-cortex. We now know that walnuts help develop over 3 dozen neuro-transmitters for brain function.

Another wonderful Abundance Living Food ingredient (remember that it contains 26 organic , natural ingredients) , pecans.

-Pecans have it all. Besides being one of the most elegant, versatile and rich-tasting nuts you can put on your plate, they offer a package of health benefits that's hard to beat.

-Blood Pressure. While eating pecans and other nuts can't cure high blood pressure, they are an important part of the DASH Diet.

-Dietary Approaches to Stop Hypertension

-Breast Cancer. Pecans are a rich source of oleic acid, the same type of fatty acid found in olive oil. Researchers from Northwestern University in Chicago recently found in laboratory tests that oleic acid has the ability to suppress the activity of a gene in cells that may trigger breast cancer.

-Heart Health. Researchers from Loma Linda University in California have confirmed that when pecans are part of the daily diet, levels of "bad" cholesterol in the blood drop.

-Prostate Health. The same natural compound that gives pecans its cholesterol-lowering power, has also been shown to be effective in treating the symptoms of benign prostatic hyperplasia (BPH), a non-cancerous enlargement of the prostate gland in men.

-Weight Control. Contrary to the widely held, but mistaken belief that "nuts are fattening," several population studies found that as nut consumption increased, body fat actually decreased

Another whole food signature : grapes.

Grapes hang in a cluster that has the shape of the heart. Each grape looks like a blood cell and all of the research today shows that grapes are also profound heart and blood vitalizing food.

Whole Food Signatures : 

do you know what are they ? Let me explain it to you.This is very interesting if you really want to understand how food interacts with your body.

A stupendous insight of civilizations past has now been confirmed by today's investigative, nutritional sciences. They have shown that what was once called "The Doctrine of Signatures" was astoundingly correct. 

Referred to in the classical period of Rome as the "Law of Similarities" it is now called by scientists, "Teleological Nutritional Targeting".

It now contends that every whole food has a pattern that resembles a body organ or physiological function and that this pattern acts as a signal or sign as to the benefit the food provides the eater.

For example , carrots. A sliced Carrot looks like the human eye. The pupil, iris and radiating lines look just like the human eye...and YES science now shows that carrots greatly enhance blood flow to and function of the eyes.

Fresh air , the first principle of health and happiness.

The simple way to boost brainpower, improve health, and feel great…breathe!

- Spend time outside for good fresh air. While outdoor air isn't always perfect, you can do your body and your mind good by making it a point to get some fresh air everyday. 

- What this means, of course, is that you're spending time outside, where you're not only more likely to be doing something active like getting exercise, but you're immersed in nature.

- Numerous studies show that spending time in nature leads to major health benefits.

- Our bodies are made up of many elements. Oxygen is 56% of our bodies makeup. So it makes sense that we need plenty of fresh air.

- To help prevent indoor air pollution inside your home, open the windows and let the fresh air in.

- Houseplants can bring a fresh, wonderful outdoor feeling to the indoors, but recent studies show that they don't act as natural air filters as efficiently as once was thought. They can, however, provide an excellent medium for mold growth if the potting soil is allowed to sour from over watering or improper use of plant food. Take care to water them only as needed, watch for signs of mold growth, and add bits of charcoal to the soil to cut down on the risk of mold -- not healthy for either the plant or the humans!

Los copos de Avena es otro de los ingredientes de Abundance Living Food.La Avena usada es 100% libre de gluten y ecologica.Sabias que la Avena te ayuda a reducir los niveles de coleterol ? Pero este no es mas que una de las propiedades de la Avena , dejadme que os hable de todas sus propiedades y lo que aporta al organismo :

-Proteínas. Los copos de avena tienen seis de los ocho aminoácidos esenciales. Si se compara con el trigo, que contiene sólo uno, o la cebada y el centeno que no tienen ni uno, se puede ver la importancia de incluir este cereal en la alimentación diaria.

- Grasas. La avena contiene grasas insaturadas y ácido linoleico. Estas grasas, a diferencia de las de origen animal, son saludables y necesarias en la dieta.

- Hidratos de carbono. Los carbohidratos que aporta este cereal, proporcionan energía durante mucho tiempo. De este modo se evita la sensación de cansancio y sueño que se produce por la disminución de los niveles de glucosa, además del aumento del apetito.

- Vitaminas y minerales. Entre todos los cereales, la avena es el que más vitaminas y minerales concentrados tiene. Vitaminas, E, B1, B2 y minerales como el calcio, hierro, zinc, fósforo y magnesio están presentes en grandes cantidades.

- Fibra. También posee fibra que, aunque desde el punto de vista nutritivo, resulta menos interesante, ayuda a normalizar el tránsito intestinal y a reducir el colesterol.

- Betaglucanos. Estos componentes absorben el colesterol y los ácidos biliares del intestino, evitando que los compuestos nocivos pasen al organismo. También ayudan a eliminarlos de forma natural

Old fashioned or Rolled Oats are another of the Abundance Living Food ingredients.The oats that we used are 100% organic and gluten free.Did you know that oats can help you to keep your cholesterol levels low ? Well , that's only one of its properties , let me tell you others :

-Oats have also been proven to act as an anti-depressant. It will make you feel calm and will treat depression as well.

-Oats also prevent bowel cancer because of its high fiber content.
Having oats can cure constipation.

-Oats also help in lowering chances of heart-disease.

-Apart from being a good source of protein, oats also provide vitamin E, zinc, copper, and iron.

El organismo funciona adecuadamente gracias a la cantidad de agua que contiene :

Con relación a la salud, el agua:

- Permite una hidratación adecuada y un balance en los fluidos corporales, de tal forma que todas las funciones fisiológicas trabajen adecuadamente, es necesario compensar las pérdidas diarias del agua, que se producen de forma normal por diversas funciones y la eliminación de líquidos corporales, como son: la orina, el sudor, la respiración, la materia fecal y en menor cantidad por las lágrimas y humedecimiento de los ojos y por el moco.
- Permite el procesamiento, absorción y utilización de los nutrimentos contenidos en los alimentos que ingerimos.
- Participa en todas las relaciones bioquímicas necesarias para la vida como conductora eléctrica, llevando a cabo la contracción muscular y la sinapsis neuronal.
- Ayuda al organismo a mantener un equilibrio interno.
- Contribuye a la excreción constante de desechos.
- Tiene un impacto positivo en el buen funcionamiento del sistema digestivo, desde que la saliva ablanda y procesa ciertos alimentos hasta que son absorbidos y eliminados los restos.
- Ayuda a que la fibra dietética, soluble e insoluble), realice funciones fisiológicas de vital impacto en el estado de salud como son: el aumento del peristaltismo intestinal, el aumento del volumen y pastosidad de las haces fecales, la disminución del colesterol sanguíneo y la regulación de la glucosa sanguínea.

También contribuye a la belleza externa, ya que al tomar agua, las células de todo el organismo se oxigenan de tal manera que se puede mantener una piel sana y brillante al apoyar la regeneración celular por medio de un soporte suficiente de minerales, nutrimientos y por supuesto de oxígeno.

Quizá algunas personas por su actividad sientan mayor necesidad de consumir agua, pero en general para restablecer los niveles óptimos de agua, se recomienda consumir al menos 2 litros de agua diariamente o más sobre todo en los meses calurosos o cuando el ejercicio físico sea excesivo.

Health benefits of water :

Water is your body's principal chemical component, making up, on average, 60 percent of your body weight. Every system in your body depends on water. For example, water flushes toxins out of vital organs, carries nutrients to your cells and provides a moist environment for ear, nose and throat tissues. 
Lack of water can lead to dehydration, a condition that occurs when you don't have enough water in your body to carry out normal functions. Even mild dehydration can drain your energy and make you tired.

Several approaches attempt to approximate water needs for the average, healthy adult living in a temperate climate :

Replacement approach - The average urine output for adults is about 1.5 liters (6.3 cups) a day. You lose close to an additional liter of water a day through breathing, sweating and bowel movements. Food usually accounts for 20 percent of your total fluid intake, so if you consume 2 liters of water or other beverages a day (a little more than 8 cups) along with your normal diet, you will typically replace the lost fluids.

Eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day - Another approach to water intake is the "8 x 8 rule" — drink eight 8-ounce glasses of water a day (about 1.9 liters). The rule could also be stated, "drink eight 8-ounce glasses of fluid a day," as all fluids count toward the daily total. Though the approach isn't supported by scientific evidence, many people use this basic rule as a guideline for how much water and other fluids to drink.

Dietary recommendations -The Institute of Medicine advises that men consume roughly 3 liters (about 13 cups) of total beverages a day and women consume 2.2 liters (about 9 cups) of total beverages a day.

Weight approach – Using your body weight as a guide divide it by 2 and drink that many ounces of water. 200 lbs/ 100 oz of water


Function of water in the body :

Every day you lose water through your breath, perspiration, urine and bowel movements. For your body to function properly, you must replenish its water supply by consuming beverages and foods that contain water!

Otro de los ingredientes de Abundance Living Food son los anacardos , que tienen muchisimas propiedades alimentacias , como podeis leer :

• Ayudan a construir masa muscular

• Ayuda a bajar el colesterol debido a sus grasas insaturadas, por lo que es beneficioso su consumo para el aparato cardiovascular.

• Su alto contenido en Selenio produce un efecto antioxidante y sobre todo a formar la enzima glutatión peroxidasa que previene el desarrollo de algunas clases de cáncer.

• Su aporte en magnesio hacen de este producto muy aconsejable para asimilar bien el Calcio.

• Por su alto contenido en Vitamina B1 ayuda a prevenir el stress y la depresión.

• Debido al contenido de esta vitamina B1, es recomendable en periodos de embarazo o lactancia o después de operaciones o periodos de convalecencia, ya que hay un mayor gasto en estas ocasiones de esta vitamina.

• Es rico en minerales, sobre todo en potasio, calcio, hierro y fósforo.

• Tambien es una valiosa fuente de vitamina B, la arriba mencionada B1, B2 y B5.

Another Abundance Living food ingredient are cashews.Let me tell you some of its properties as a food :

• Good body builder.

• Cashews have no cholesterol. 

• Cashews help maintain healthy gums and teeth. 

• Cashews are an energizing food. 

• Cashew contains healthy monounsaturated fat that promotes good cardiovascular health, because monounsaturated fats reduce high triglyceride levels which are associated with increased risk for heart disease. 

• Cashews are rich in antioxidants that help in the elimination of free radicals that may cause some cancer. 

• Magnesium works with calcium to support healthy muscles and bones in the body. It also helps promote normal sleep patterns in menopausal women. 

• Cashew nuts have a high energy density and high amount of dietary fiber, both have been attributed to a beneficial effect on weight management, but only when eaten in moderation.

• Cashews have high copper content which is vital in energy production, greater flexibility in blood vessels, bones and joints. 

• Cashew nut consumption helps the body utilize iron, eliminate free radicals, develop bone and connective tissue, and produce the skin and hair pigment melanin.

Sunshine is one of the 7 elements of happiness and health.Go outside and enjoy it.Your body and well being will appreciate it !

• Being outside in the sun makes you feel good - and is really good for your health! Let’s face it – we all love it when the winter is over and the warm sunshine comes around again and turning your face to the sun makes you feel a whole lot better.

• This is because sunlight triggers an increase in the feel-good brain chemical serotonin. Serotonin controls sleep patterns, body temperature and your sex drive, and also lifts your mood and wards off depression.

                 FEEL GOOD EFFECTS OF SUNSHINE :

• The feel-good effects of sunlight starts in the brain. When light enters your eyes, it not only goes to our visual center enabling us to see; it also goes to the brain's hypothalamus. The hypothalamus controls body temperature, hunger and thirst, water balance and blood pressure. It links the nervous system to the endocrine system. 

• Additionally, it controls the body's master gland, the pituitary, which secretes many essential hormones. The hypothalamus initiates the body's stress response, affects our emotions and controls immune functions. Significantly, our "body clock" is also located in tiny centers in the hypothalamus. 

• Our body clock-controlled circadian rhythms are the 24 hour cycles of light and darkness. These light-sensitive rhythms are biological, imposed upon us by Mother Nature.

• So, anything that disrupts these rhythms (like inadequate sunlight) has a far-reaching impact on our body's ability to function properly. 

• Sunlight also triggers the body to make its own vitamin D, which is crucial to health. Vitamin D not only makes strong bones and healthy teeth, but it keeps the immune system working.

Hablemos de los ingredients de Abundance.Las uvas pasas son una de los frutos secos mas populares , pero conociais sus propiedades? Creo que os van a impresionar.

Entre algunas de las propiedades de las pasas de uvas encontramos que ayuda a disminuir el riesgo de padecer de enfermedades cardiovasculares, ayuda a mejorar al tránsito intestinal y ayuda al organismo a mantener su balance natural de líquidos.

Las pasas de uvas poseen nutricionalmente un índice glucémico moderado, hidratos de carbono, proteínas vegetales, fibra, vitamina B y potasio. Pero en realidad son destacadas por el alto contenido en fibra que contienen, por esto nos ayuda a regularizar el tránsito intestinal, a depurar el organismo como corresponde y a eliminar las toxinas que el cuerpo no requiere.

En las pasas de uva encontramos un gran antioxidante por tener gran cantidad de bioflavonoides, los cuales protegen las células alargando el tiempo la juventud. Tienen gran cantidad de potasio y este es fundamental para que el cuerpo funcione adecuadamente, aparte el potasio es un mineral muy depurativo y nos permite eliminar los líquidos del cuerpo.

Aparte las pasas de uva son una fruta seca que se destaca también por el alto contenido de hidratos de carbono que posee, por lo cual es un fruto que otorga gran cantidad de energía, siendo ideal para todo aquel que realiza deportes.

Let's talk about Abundance ingredients.Raisins is one of the most popular dried fruits out there , but did you know their properties? I think you will be amazed when you discover them.

Having antioxidant properties, raisins help keep the blood clean and flowing, by getting rid of all the impurities.

Raisins are believed to be good for bone density and have been associated with lower risk of osteoporosis in women.

The phytonutrients and olenolic acid present in raisins makes them beneficial for the health of teeth and gums.

Raisins are good for eyes and have been found to be helpful in prevention of macular degeneration.

Being high in calories, but not fats, raisins are a very good source of energy, especially for children and athletes.

Raisins are a good source of fiber and can help cure constipation.
Studies claim that raisins contain additional nutritive compounds that can protect against heart disease and colon cancer.

Pretty awesome , right ?