Why we need nutritional supplementation

Just a quick video on why we need nutritional supplementation every day. Very well worth a look!!!
http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=A6sD6S2efDw&feature=share&noredirect=1

If you would like to know more about the supplements you and your family are taking simply email me the brand and products name as well as how much you take per day and i will explain what make that product good and/or not so good

courtney@vitalianaturalhealth.com.au

Health & Happiness,

Courtney XXX

Nothing Naughty Rocky Road

Ingredients

·         150gm lindt 70% or 85% dark chocolate

·         ½ or ¾ cup oil4life unrefined coconut oil

·         6 fresh dates – pitted and loosely chopped

·         1 cup shredded coconut

·         ¾ cups chopped dried baby wild figs or ½ cup chopped dried figs

·         2 cups of chopped raw unsalted organic brazil buts, almonds, macadamias

·         ½ - ¾ cup pumpkin seeds

·         ½ cup flax seeds

·         1 tsp mixed spice or cinnamon and nutmeg

Method

·         Melt chocolate and coconut oil over low heat in a small saucepan, while stirring. When melted add to bowl containing all other dry ingredients and combine with hands or wooden spoon, until the chocolate combined thoroughly with dry ingredients. You may use a food processor to chop nuts loosely or alternatively use a knife to chop them

·         When the mixture is combined well – pour into a greased, slice or cake tin, lined with grease proof paper. Press down firmly into tin. Place in fridge to set

·         When the mixture has set hard, remove from tin and cut into fingers. Store in an airtight container in the fridge.

Coconut Oil

Research has now shown that one oil in particular, coconut oil is a healthy saturated fat that supports immune system function.  Coconut oil contains lauric acid, which is a proven antiviral, antibacterial, and antifungal agent and it is easily digested and absorbed. This is why it works well for conditions such as Crohn’s disease, irritable bowel syndrome and coeliac disease where digestion is a problem for many people.

The anti-fungal aspect of coconut oil helps to kill candida in the gut which is common problem for people with digestive issues. The great benefit of coconut oil is that it helps the body eliminate toxins as well as improving digestion and assists with the absorption of beneficial nutrients from our food. When more nutrients are absorbed this aids the body at cellular level and supports the immune system.

The most damaging fats and oils for the body are man-made hydrogenated fats (trans-fats) and polyunsaturated fats and vegetable oils. These fats and oils are damaging to your entire body because they affect the structure of cells and severely depress the immune system due to the hydrogenation processes they have undergone, resulting in an extremely toxic product that the body finds difficult to process. When your body is working in over drive trying to process toxic products it cannot function effectively.

Coconut oil is reported to enhance metabolism and for many people this helps them to achieve their ideal body weight in conjunction with regular exercise and a healthy diet. Because metabolism is enhanced, the thyroid gland which produces hormones that regulate metabolism, by using coconut oil, this can be helpful in treating Hypothyroidism an underactive thyroid.

There are a number of published studies about the effect of coconut oil on metabolism.  Dr. Ray Peat, a biochemist and proponent of coconut oil for thyroid patients says;

“An important function of coconut oil is that it supports mitochondrial respiration, increasing energy production that has been blocked by the unsaturated fatty acids. Since the polyunsaturated fatty acids inhibit thyroid function at many levels, coconut oil can promote thyroid function simply by reducing those toxic effects. It allows normal mitochondrial oxidative metabolism, without producing the toxic lipid peroxidation that is promoted by unsaturated fats. Coconut oil added to the diet can increase the metabolic rate.”

The best coconut oil to buy is one that is cold or expeller-pressed and unrefined. It’s a safe oil to use it for cooking as it has a high burning point. . Enhancing the natural flavour of foods, its consistency and great taste make it a useful oil when sautéing, or frying or used with curries and Thai style dishes. You can also use it in dessert dishes and baking or in your morning smoothie!

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Chai and Choclate Puddings

Chia seeds have a delightful crunch and have been called a "Superfood” These littletreats are idea when you desire something sweet and delicious that’s also really good for you. They are packed with omega 3 oils, fiber, and much more. They take very little time to make and are great in the morning too for a quick and healthy addition to your breakfast

Ingredients

1 Cup coconut cream or coconut milk

¼ Cup chia seeds

2 tablespoons coco powder

¼ cup honey, agave, or coconut palm sugar (more or less to taste)

½ Teaspoon vanilla extract (optional)

Method

In a medium size bowl mix above ingredients together well mix well to fully combine. Now you need to refrigerate the pudding for at least 2 hour or overnight. You can use the same bowl you mixed it in or transfer to a “lovely” serving bowl. I also like to use little shot glasses. Just spoon a little pudding into each glass or your favorite little containers, cover and pop in

the fridge, and within no time you’ll have your own pudding creation to enjoy.

You can also try different flavours by adding raspberry puree or lime juice

ENJOY