Helpful Health Tips

Isotonic Vitamins

isotonicWhat is Isotonix? Simply, Isotonic solution is the same pressure as your body fluid.

In more detail, the word isotonic means same pressure, which in this case, is referring to the same osmotic pressure as bodily fluids. This includes tears, plasma in the blood, sweat, saliva and other bodily fluids. Everything you ingest must be made into an isotonic solution before it can be absorbed by the small intestine. This process involves gastric acid being secreted into the food, along with stomach muscles contractions, until a uniform isotonic solution is made. This shows that digestion takes a while because this is only step one.

When you take an isotonic vitamins it is already the same as your bodily fluids. So therefore, the first step can be shortened and isotonic vitamins can get to the small intestine quicker and be absorbed within minutes. The main reason this occurs is due to biological sensors, that can tell when the ingested isotonic vitamin have attained the best level of acidity to match the body. Therefore, it becomes an isotonic solution. The sensors prompt the muscle between the stomach and intestines to open and allow the isotonic vitamin solution to pass through.

So, if you have absorption difficulties, then feel free to visit http://www.isotonicvitamins.com/

Pop Posh Bake Shop

posh popPosh Pop Bake Shop is a great bakery. All ingredients are wheat free, gluten free, and natural. They use sweet cream, whole milk, and eggs in all of their products, unless specified when ordering. If you need a specialized product (example: nut free, dairy free, or sugar free) please specify in an email to them. Although, nuts are not a part of every recipe, trace amounts of peanuts or tree nuts can be in any of the desserts. Major allergens in the desserts include milk, egg, soy, peanut, and tree nuts.

You maybe wondering, what is a Posh Pop? Well, a Posh Pop is a decadent cake pop, like a lolli-pop. Posh Pops are made from fully baked cake that is mixed with icing and dipped in imported Callebaut chocolate.

They decorate their products with ribbons, sprinkles, candy accents, chocolate and caramel artful drizzles, and many more to keep them in style and ready to impress.

Feel free to check out their menu at http://www.poshpopbakeshop.com/index.html

Cleaning

cleaningHave you ever been cleaning with chemicals and you just can’t get the mold off your tub? Mold can be very difficult to remove. The traditional cleaning products may not be able to handle the job. Well, there are natural herbs that can do the trick such as tea tree oil, lavendar, and uva ursa.

Tea tree oil has antiviral, antibacterial, antifungal, and antiseptic qualities. Tea tree oil appears to be effective against athlete’s foot, scabies, and head lice. Tea tree oil is also possibly effective against acne.

Lavender oil can be used as an antiseptic and pain reliever. It can be applied to minor burns, insect bites, and stings. Used as aromatherapy, the scent has a calming effect, which can aid in, relaxation from anxiety and stress.

Uva Ursa has been reported to be effective against E. coli, Staph and Strep strains, as well as, Candida albicans.

You can see why cleaning with these three is extremely benefical. If you like a suggestion for a natural product try Desert Essence products. They can dissolve the toughest moist, bathroom problems.

Gluten Free Pizzerias

pizzaHaving gluten free pizza at a pizzeria was just a dream. Well not anymore! There are a couple of franchise to go to called Pizza Fusion and Uno.

Pizza Fusion has gluten-free and vegan crusts, sauces, and cheeses. They are even considerate enough to list the ingredients of their crust online for all to read. You can order almost any topping, excluding the barbeque sauce and sausage. Plus, there is a wide variety of organic veggie toppings. As for the vegan and vegetarian cheeses, soy and daiya melt just as beautifully as mozzerella. Visit their website at http://pizzafusion.com/gluten-free-vegan-vegitarian/

Uno was the first in casual dining to offer Gluten-Free pizza! They specifically have a thin crust pizza. There are three choices, which include pepperoni, cheese and tomato, and veggie. The veggie pizza toppings are mushrooms, onions, peppers, and all-natural tomato sauce. For more details visit the website at http://www.unos.com/menus/glutenFree.php

So just like the good old days, stop in and grab a slice of pie or even get delivery.

Iron Chef

chefIf you have watched the Food Network then, you have most likely viewed the Iron Chef. They always have a “secret ingredient” to incorporate into all their courses. Well, how about cooking allergen-free? That would be a very interesting challenge.

The most common food allergies are considered nuts, fish, eggs, gluten, dairy, and soy. Now, you might be thinking, if you have to take away all of those ingredients, what can you make?

Well, there are three courses, the appetizer, the main entree, and the dessert. One secret ingredient could be citrus fruits such as lemon, lime, and orange.

The first course can be all roasted vegetables which include peppers, zucchini, eggplant, carrots, garlic, broccoli, and cherry tomatoes. They are very savory and flavorful, especially when, citrus fruits roast in the pan along side them.

As for the meal, lemon pepper chicken and a side dish of herbal jasmine rice. The rice should have all freshly, diced herbs such as parsley, basil, sage, and topped off with chives.

Lastly, is the sweet treat of dessert, a pumpkin bread. You can bake it with the following ingredients: canned pumpkins, orange zest, maple syrup, apple sauce, salt, baking soda and powder. You can plate it with fresh berries.

As you can see, it could be possible from the sample idea listed above. It could be an exciting episode!

Viruses

ViralIf you have unexplainable fatigue and you do not know why, the reason could be Chronic Fatigue Immune Dysfunction Syndrome, aka CFIDS.

Have you ever gone to your doctor and your CBC showed elevated lymphocytes? If you do not know, lymphocytes are white blood cells in the immune system that fight off infections. Anyway, when they are raised that usually means a viral load, such as CMV, HHV-6, and EBV.

Now, these are nothing to fear, they can easily be treated. Your body is telling you it is run down, so you obviously need rest for starters. Then, the next step is Vitamin C and natural immune boosting supplements, such as Larch Arabinogalactan or Lauricidin, plus it contains anti-viral properties.

Your blood results should go back into range with this treatment course.

Muscle Maker Grill

Protein is an essential part of the diet. It helps build muscle and burn fat. Now, I am not talking like a body builder, but just healthy muscle that everyone needs.

To gain muscle, aka lean body mass, you need the proper nutrition. Simply, by eating chicken, turkey, and fish you have found your protein sources. The human body requires, most people, to have five to six meals a day, which means three snacks and three entrees. At your snack time; have nut spreads, raw nuts, or even a protein bar.

You might be thinking, I don’t always have time to cook. Well, there are some restaurants that can aid you with your lunch while at work. One of those location is the called MUSCLE MAKER GRILL. On a side note, all of their Fit Salads, without croutons, are gluten free for you Celiacs out there. Check out their full menu at http://www.musclemakergrill.com/

Gluten Free Desserts

Most people with Celiac disease have difficulty on Halloween. Well, here is another idea. Try bakeries! There are a few gluten free bakeries in New Jersey.

There is SugaRush in Red Bank: http://www.experiencesugarush.com/ They have gluten free Wednesdays. A nice treat in the middle of the week.

Linda’s Diet Delights is located in Clark: http://www.lindasdietdelites.com/ They offer low carb, low calorie, or gluten free foods.

The Pink Cake Box is in Denville: http://www.pinkcakebox.com/ They are great for party occasions, the cakes look beautiful.

The Cake Over is in Lake Hiawata: http://www.thecakeover.com/ The owner has allergies in her family. She reduces sugar when and if possible. Prefers oil over butter, if possible. Uses more egg whites than yolks and low fat cream cheese.

Gluten Free Gloriously can be found in Sterling: http://www.glutenfreegloriously.com/ They are not only gluten free, but they are expanding to soy and dairy free too.

Now, of course, these are only some of the bakeries out there. Gluten free desserts has become a huge market. So check out your area.

GF Meals at Hotels

Whether you are having a wedding, retirement or graduation party a hotel might be a convenient option. The Ramada was very obliging for individuals with food allergies.

They have platters of raw vegetables, on the side of, olive oil infused in basil or garlic. There were also beautiful, fruit arrangements with slices of pineapples, melons, and grapes. The salad course was crisp, romaine lettuce with cherry tomatoes topped with salt and olive oil as the dressing.

As for the main entree, you had a choice that very evening, of filet mignon or lobster. You might even be able to have chicken or salmon, as other possible choices. The side dish was sauteed, vegetable medley.

As for your dessert beverage, you have regular or decaffeinated, coffee or tea with lemon wedges.

You can eat very comfortably and enjoy the party, just like everyone else. So buggie the night away!

GF Franchise Restaurant

There are a lot of restaurants that now have gluten free menus available to their diners.

The Bloomin’ Brands, Inc. has various franchises such as Outback Steakhouse, Carrabbas Itailian Grill, and Bonefish Grill. These restaurants are also approved by the Gluten Intolerance Group (GIG.)

Pizza Fusion has delicious gluten free pizza pies. Good Karma Cafe is not only celiac friendly, but is also great for vegans. They even offer rice pasta.

Bertuccis, Macaroni Grill, and Olive Garden are Italian restaurants that can offer those fresh herbal flavors without having to worry about the traditional wheat pasta appearing on your plate.

Houlihans, Charlie Brown’s Steakhouse, Chilis, and Long Horn have terrific steaks and hamburgers that you can get bun free, but still have all the trimmings such as cheese, pickles, ketchup, lettuce, and tomatoes.

So let you taste buds begin to water and enjoy a restaurant atmosphere again!

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