Posted on February 29, 2016July 20, 2017 by Kelly Gibson — Leave a comment

Detoxifying Mint Tea

Written by Cheyenne, vegan blog writer

Benefits of Mint

One of the most popular seasonings in the world is the flavor mint. Mint belongs to the Lamiaceae family of flowering plants ,which also contain the plant dead nettle. Mint originates from Europe and Asia and now grows in a variety of climates around the world. Mint has been used for a variety of medicinal purposes for millennia. Ancient Greeks and then the Romans used mint for pain relief and also to help stomach aches. The cool refreshing taste is soothing and the strong flavor helps eliminate even the worst of odors. Mint is hardy, grows very quickly and is perennial so this makes it very convenient and popular as a house plant. There are a great deal of benefits to eating mint leaves.

• Mint is excellent for bowel issues such as indigestion and irritable bowel syndrome

• Mint has also contains peryllyl alcohol which has been found to have anticancer properties

• Mint reduces allergy symptoms due to high levels of romarinic acid • When used externally, mint can also be used to reduce skin inflammation

• Mint has been found to possibly reduce candida by helping the effectiveness of candida medicine

• Mint is fantastic for scalp problems such as dandruff and promoting hair growth

• Mint can be used in facial scrubs to energize the skin

• Mint can be used to alleviate illness when used in steam

• Mint can also be used as an aroma for relaxation

To truly benefit from the health properties of mint, it should be taken daily. Mint can be added to a variety of different dishes and can added to drinks as a detoxyfying mint tea.

Detoxifying mint tea recipe:

Ingredients:

• 16oz water

1 packet organic green tea

• 1 tablespoon lemon juice

• 1 sprig of mint

• 1 tablespoons xylitol, mixed well

• 1 slice of lemon

• Ice cubes

Combine all ingredients in a glass and mix well. Use xylitol as a healthier alternative to sugar sweeteners. Top with a slice of lemon and add ice cubs to make drink cooler if you wish. Repeat as needed.

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Posted on February 9, 2016September 1, 2017 by Kelly Gibson — Leave a comment

2-Minute Sore Throat Remedy

Sore Throat Remedy: The Best Natural Remedy

Blog by: Cheyenne W, vegan blog writer. Edited and “Sore Throat Remedy” Recipe by Kelly Gibson.

This time of year, there is an increase of sickness and sore throats. We all have lives that do not need to be interrupted by a cold and a sore throat. Colds and sore throats can also cause an interruption in one’s workout regime. Many medicines are filled with chemicals and can take days to take into effect. This remedy for a sore throat is not just fast acting and effective, it is also made at home and made with completely natural ingredients.

Apple cider vinegar is a vinegar that is made from apple cider and is well known for its many uses but especially for its anti-bacterial properties. It is effective in killing bacteria that cause sickness, making it effective as a remedy for a sore throat. ACV is very acidic so make sure it is always diluted properly.

Lemons are beneficial to health in much the same way that ACV. They are effective in flushing out unwanted toxins and are helpful against throat infections, making them an effective remedy for a sore throat. Cinnamon is a spice well know for its sweet flavor but it is also filled with antioxidants that fight disease. Combined together, this makes a very effective remedy for a sore throat! I have helped a dozen family & friends overcome a sore throat and even reduced phlegm by recommending this drink!

Sore Throat Remedy Recipe

Here are the ingredients you will need:

1 cup of hot water
1 tsp apple cider vinegar
1 tsp fresh lemon juice
1 pinch of cinnamon
1 tbsp of maple syrup for sweetening (apple cider vinegar and lemon can be very bitter)

Instructions: Combine all these ingredients in a cup of hot water and mix and then drink. It is possible to use lemon juice bought in a bottle but it is better to squeeze a lemon because bottled is often filled with other chemicals. Repeat if needed.

Note: The best time to drink this beverage is immediately after you start experiencing a sore throat. It might not work as quickly if you have been suffering for days, and has not been tried on viral throat infections. It works very quick for an oncoming sore throat!

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References:
1. Authority Nutrition

2. Optimal Beauty

Posted on February 13, 2015July 20, 2017 by Kelly Gibson — Leave a comment

Gluten-Free Vegan Recipes to Promote Candida Die-Off

Recipes to promote Candida Die-Off

Candida Yeast feeds on sugar, so it’s an important first step in a candida elimination diet to remove all sugar from your diet. Gluten can also impact your digestive system and make candida worse. And finally, coconut oil contains caprylic acid which has anti-fungal properties. Peanut Butter can contain mold, so I recommend using an alternative for your recipes (like almond butter or sunflower seed butter). Combined we have a need for gluten-free sugar-free peanut-free meals with the addition of an anti-fungal. Here is a fantastic yeast-fighting recipe that is quick and easy to make, and is one of my recipes to promote candida die-off. For making 4 pancakes, here’s what you’ll need:

*1/2 cup Gluten-Free Pancake Mix (I recommend The Pure Pantry as pictured above)

*1 serving Ener-G Egg Replacer

*1TBSP Coconut oil

*3/4 cup Unsweetened WestSoy Soy Milk

Combine all ingredients in a small bowl and mix with a fork until smoothe. Scoop 1/4 cup onto a pan per pancake, and cook over low-medium heat for 2 minutes. Flip and cook for 1 more minute. Top with Sunflower seed butter or Almond Butter instead of Syrup :) It’s really delicious and unlike any other pancake its truly healthy! IF you’d like more gluten-free vegan recipes to promote candida die-off please subscribe to my blog or set up a Nutrition Evaluation to get started on a candida-fighting diet today!

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Kelly Gibson is a plant-based Personal Trainer in Tempe, AZ who specializes in weight loss, muscle toning, and nutrition for vegan, vegetarian, and gluten-free diets. Kelly has personal experience with fighting off candida and after 2 years of effort, candida is gone!