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TOXICITY
The presence of an organism or chemical substance which has poisonous and detrimental effects on body functions.
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consider the following points carefuliy. Make an effort to relax before you eat or drink, we do not digest properly when we are anxlous, hurried or pre-occupied, nor is the dinner table a place for'heated' debates. L,earning to relax before and during meals is essential to your digestion ancl thus your health.
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AJways give thanks for what you are about to receive. Sixty-three million people will die of starvation in our world this year. Every two seconds, a child dies of starvation, somewhere in our world. Whatever you are about to eat, please appreciate the opportunity. There is no place for the whining, fussing and 'spoiled' behaviour which goes on around so many dinner tables today, when we remember and are..genuinely grateful for the relative abundance which surrounds us.
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Drink the majority of your fluids between and before meals. This minimizes the dilution of
important digestive enzymes during your meal, the time when you need them the most.
Chew all food to liquid and sip all liquid foods siowly, beingsure to mix them wellwith saliva, in order to ensure this essential first stage of digestion.
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Review the principles of 'food combining' as different foocis require different digestive processing, and enzymes, in their proper digestion and absorption. The charts founcl on the following pages will provide you with an overview, however for specific information refer to the section on " Proper Digestion and Assimilation". This is especially important for those with any digestive or gastrointestinal challenges. These principles may be relaxed somewhat, once your digestion has been restored, your food sensitivities pinpointed and any gastrointestinal toxicity resolveci. Until such time (your Health Coach'" will keep you informed) please try your best to practise these guidelines and listen to what your body tells you about their relative importance.
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Refrainfromovereatingoreatingwhenyouarenothungry. Dueconsiclerationoftheabovepoints and their effective practise will assist you here. Simply be conscious of how you feel before, during and after all meals. This will help you to know when you have met your real needs. Try to eat so as to feel at least as well after you eat, as you did before. That's right, you don't have to feel bloated or lethargic after meals!
'Refrainfromtheritualofdessert. Ifyouchoosetoeatclessertfoods,clonotletthernspoiltheproper processing of your lunch or dinner; eat them some hour or more later on.
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Tune-in, and learn to listen to your body. Eating should not be stressful or create any discomfort. If you are practising the above principles and you are still experiencin gany discomfort arouncj eating or digestion, be sure to discuss this with your Health coach.'" '
Do not take any digestive aids, enzymes or antacids without the expressecl consent of your Health Coach.'" The judicious use of any such items is essential to your long-term health.
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DETOXIFICATIOI{
The Growing Problem of Toxicity
In recent historv, mankind has managed to drasticallv change
the chemistry of the environment in which we live. For example, in 1989 alone, more than 1,000,000,000 pounds of chemicals were released into the ground, threatening a pofiion of the soil we grow our food in and the natural underground water tables that supply some of our drinking water, 0ver 188,000,000 pounds of chemicals were also discharged into surface waters such as lakes and rivers. More than 2,400,000,000 pounds of chemical emissions were pumped into the air we breathe. A grand total of 5,705,670,380 pounds of chemical pollutants were released into the environment we eat, breathe and live in, all in just one,vear.
To compound the problem of our toxic environment, we have refined awav
helps us understand the best way to strengthen and support it. Please take
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it clear that simple juice 0r water fasting is less complete and no longer the method of
choice. Prolonged fasting may weaken muscles and various organs
much of the nutritional value of our food supply and replaced it with arlificial colorings, preseruatives, flavorings, conditioners, etc, This poor qualitv diet-combined with extensive use of antibiotics in medicine and agriculture-may have predisposed manv of us to experience a kind of "internal" pollution. Internal pollution occurs when the healthful bacteria in the intestinaltracl are overcome bv unhealthful bacteria. These unhealthful bacleia release toxic bv-products into our circulation which
can negatively impact many aspects of our overall health.
because of protein losses and a gradtil slowing of metabolic activity as the body endeavors to consefle its depleted energy resources.
athreal to the vibrant level of health we would like to enjoy. But whether we oftoxicif depends on our knorvledge ofthe subject and the choices we make. We need to take personal responsibility to make sure that we do not fall victim t0 toxiciry That involves learning what rve need to do to help our body protect itself from toxicity,
succumb to the adverse effects
Intestine:
The nutrients zinc and nantothenic acid. the amino acid [and microorganisms knorvn as acidophilus and bifidus, are a few of the substances that provide support for the health and integritv of intestinal function. In a proper state 0f health, the intestine promotes elimination of toxins through (1) regular bowel movements, (2) eliminating the build-up of unhealthful microorganisms and internal toxins, and (3) providing a strong and intact barrier t0 prevent the leaking of toxic materials from the intestines into circulation.
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The vitamins A, 83, 86, C, E, beta-carotene, the amino acids Lcysteine and L-glutamine, and components known as glutathione and phospholipids are some of the substances that suppofi liver function. In a
It is also venr important Io eat lgood diet with plentv of fresh, wholesome foods. Avoid eating excess fat, refined sugar and foods high in additives and preseruatives. Eat moderate levels of protein (approximately 15% to 20% ofyour calories) and fat (approximately 20% ofyour calories), rvhile increasing levels of complex carbohvdrates (approximately 60% of vour calories). Substitute organically-raised animals and organically-grown fruits and vegetables whenever possible. Drink plenty of purified water
(ideall.v, eight S-ounce glasses a day). A home water purification system is
proper state of function, the liver filters out and transforms toxic substances that have entered the blood into harmless substances that cut be excreted in the urine. Interestingl,v, it appears that the ratio of dietary
protein t0 carbohydrate may be a very important factor in determining the ability of the liver to detoxifr cefiain substances.
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potassium, are just some of the substances that supporl kdney activity. The kidnev provides a major route of toxin excretion via the urine.
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Veight reduction and management is helpful for those who are overweight. Excess fat provides a ready storage site for fat-loving toxins entering the body. 0nce deposited there, it is very difficult to remove them. Unless the excess fat is removed, they remain there with the possibilif of being a continual source of toxicitv.
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Oregano: Thyme:
with Add any other natural herbal seasoning per your taste preference. If unfamiliar Dietetics' these herbs try the'sniff test'described on page 133 of Functional
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lid (to avoid Shake all of the ingredients in an opaque container with a tight-fitting before using so that excessive exposure to light and oxygen). Refrigerate several hours the flavours blend. Yields approximately 2/3 cups'
Vegetables
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Steam or eat raw as many of the different types of high-water-content, low carbohydrate vegetables listed below as circumstances permit.
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Simmer the quinoa, turnip, carrot and onion in 2 cups of water until tender, (15 minute$). Add the second batch of water and bring to a slow boil. Season to taste. Garnish with parsley. Serve with raw or steamed vegetables.
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make the patties crispy brush the tops with the same kind of oil after they have been baked for l0 minutes. Serve with steamed vegetables.
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Measure I cup of millet and put in strainer to rinse. Rirse well until water runs clear. Put milfet in pot with | /z cups cold water. Bring to a boit uncoverd then reducc heat to low and simmer (covered) for another 20-30 minutes. Add water as neccssary. When water is closc to being absorbe4 stir in I Tbl ghec rhis makes a great flavor. Season with Spike or Bragg's Liquid Aminos. Or serve for brca.ljas with ground nuts, seeds, flax sccd oil, nce or almond milt pure maple syrup or stevia
'+ Follow tbesc same directions for quinoa Quinoa usuatly cooks up a bit quicker than millet, so kecp your eye on the stove.
Easy Besmati Rice I cup brown or white basmati ricc or long-grain rice | '/, cups water or veggie or cfucken stock
Give ricc a qurck nnsing. Then combine all ingrediens in a stovetop pot, stir and turn on heat to. fugir- Bnng to a boil, reduce the heat and simmer, covered, until almost all of the liquid has becn absorbed" about 20 minutes. Turn offhcat and let stand, covered arorher J minutes.
4 cups quinoa (cooked" warm) 'A cup grated raw beets t/z cup grated raw carrots 'A cup tightly packed, minccd fresh parsley or cilantro l/3 cup finely chopped scallion gecns 2-3 tbl. Olive oil /z cup fresh squeezcd lemon juice Sea salt, Spike or Bragg's Liquid Amino's to trste. Combine aJl ingredients in large bowl. Serve warrn or refrigerated.
Colorful Quinoa
Baked Basil and Terregon Halibut (lf prefened, you can prepare this saire recipe on the griil)
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Sautc onion, carrots and celery in oil vegetables and scasonings. Simmer another l5-30 minutes.
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