Spring Cleaning Your Way to Wellness – Blog Updated for 2021

Posted by: Rhona Reid On May 19, 2021 12:00 pm

It’s that time of year again! Spring cleaning your home can feel cathartic and enormously rewarding – never underestimate the joy of living in a space that feels clean, calm and just how you like it.

We have some fabulous tips for getting the most out of your annual spring tidy, so roll up your sleeves and start getting your house in order!

 

Spring Cleaning Your Way to Wellness

 

First Things First

Don’t try to clean anything before you’ve had a thorough declutter first. Be firm about this and keep in mind how fabulous your house is going to look when it’s free from all the unnecessary stuff that never gets used/worn/read.

Donating items to charity or recycling them feels good and you have …

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The Carcinogenic Substance Inside Kangen Enagic Water Ionizers

Posted by: Rhona Reid On May 14, 2021 12:00 pm

There’s a problem with Kangen water ionizers, and Enagic – the company behind the products – is seemingly burying its head in the sand.

To give some context, many people buy a water ionizer to remove deadly contaminants from their tap water. Tyent filters remove and reduce a host of toxic elements, including notorious carcinogens such as Chromium-6.

So, what if you bought a Kangen water ionizer, only to later discover that not only does it provide scant information about the contaminants that its filters actually remove, but that a potentially carcinogenic substance is known to exist at the heart of the Kangen water ionizer itself?

It’s hard to comprehend, but true.

 

The Carcinogenic Substance Inside Kangen Enagic Water Ionizers

 

Fancy Some Bleach with Your

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How To Start Dieting Again (When You Don’t Really Want To)

Posted by: Rhona Reid On May 12, 2021 12:00 pm

Yay – it’s that time of year again! Time to start looking forward to the summer, planning day trips and picnics, maybe a vacation, swimming and sipping cooling drinks, and… oh yes. That other thing that many of us do at this time of year. Stand in front of a full-length mirror and wonder if we can still fit into last year’s bikini or swim shorts.

 

How to Start Dieting Again

 

Make Positive Changes

Look. If your favorite outfit is a little snug, because lockdown/winter/life, don’t feel disheartened. Millions of people are in the same boat. If you want to make changes to your lifestyle and diet to help you feel a little more confident going into the summer, then we’ve got your …

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11 Science-Backed Reasons to Drink Enough Water [Updated]

Posted by: Rhona Reid On May 11, 2021 1:20 am

Having to lose water from your body all day, every day is a fact of life. Even while you’re sleeping, you’re losing water. The weather, the temperature, your environment and activity levels, among other factors, affect how quickly you lose water. In order to stay healthy and thrive, you have to replace it.

Most of us need around 8 eight-ounce glasses of water every day, which equates to about 2 liters.

But why? What exactly is all of that water doing for us? We take a look at hydration from the scientist’s point of view!

 

 

1. During sports or intense exercise, your performance is intrinsically linked with your hydration levels. Even mild dehydration can have a

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Need More Energy? Read On… [Updated]

Posted by: Rhona Reid On May 10, 2021 1:00 am

Do you need more energy? Are you feeling a little…meh? Are you finding that your regular afternoon slump is getting harder and harder to climb out of? Does the prospect of exercise and preparing for the next day of activities make you feel tired?

Like almost everyone else in this modern, busy life, you could probably use more energy, right?

 

 

Unlock Your Energy

Now, there are some tried-and-tested ways of boosting your energy – getting more sleep, eating energy-boosting foods and yep, getting some exercise.

You can even reduce stress in your environment or avoid day drinking to keep your body’s cycle healthy and consistent.

But one of the fastest, most accessible ways of unlocking new

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Lentil Burgers Recipe – The Wellness Kitchenista

Posted by: Jessica DeLuise On May 7, 2021 12:00 pm

Lentil Burgers Recipe!  Today we are so excited to partner with our friend Jessica DeLuise!  The Wellness Kitchenista, Jessica DeLuise, MHS, PA-C, CCMS, is a seasoned medical practitioner, culinary medicine specialist, TV-chef and wellness entrepreneur.  

Lentil Burgers Recipe - The Wellness Kitchenista

Recipe time!

Growing up, I always soaked lentils overnight before cooking them. It was an old wives tale that soaking them in this way, and even adding a little baking soda to the water, helps soften the legumes and even may help digestion and reduce gas and bloating after eating.

For me, this process has always been something that I do when preparing lentils. The baking soda is basic (alkaline) so instead, I have been soaking my lentils in alkaline water from Tyent! I’m …

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Dr. Lori’s Intermittent Fasting For Beginners [Updated]

Posted by: Rhona Reid On May 4, 2021 1:25 pm

Do you aim to steadily lose weight and maintain a healthier mind and body? If you are, know that going on a fad diet isn’t the answer. Fasting is.

Fasting – essentially a therapeutic dietary intervention – is the ancient practice that’s as popular as ever in our modern times.

 

 

In general, fasting doesn’t just help you to lose weight – practitioners believe that it can improve multiple aspects of your overall health, helping you to:

  • Sleep better
  • Boost your metabolic health
  • Improve your memory
  • Optimize gut health
  • Enjoy abundant energy
  • Improve muscle tone
  • Experience increased satiety
  • Reduce inflammation
  • Enjoy clearer skin

Many people who want to try fasting for the first time find themselves overwhelmed by information. …

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The Magic of Cardio and an Alkaline Water Detox

Posted by: Rhona Reid On April 28, 2021 12:46 pm

Want to really put a spring in your step? We have the best way. Combine your favorite cardio exercise routine – or find a new one – with an alkaline water detox and feel the benefits fast!

Separately, exercise or an alkaline water detox can make you feel good. Combine the two, and they will deliver an exhilarating fusion of wellbeing to re-energize your mind and body!

 

The Magic of Cardio and an Alkaline Water Detox

 

How to Do an Alkaline Diet

Let’s start with the detox. Firstly, an Alkaline detox is not a fast. You can look forward to eating delicious meals, snacks and smoothies, as well as drinking lots of energizing alkaline water – at least 64 oz per day.

Use our list of …

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Dangers of Reverse Osmosis Water – Updated Blog for 2021

Posted by: Rhona Reid On April 26, 2021 1:00 pm

What is reverse osmosis water and why is it considered both a brilliant emergency resource but a health hazard if drunk on a regular basis?

We’re here to find out!

Dangers of Reverse Osmosis Water

 

 

What Is Reverse Osmosis Water?
Does Reverse Osmosis Work?
Why is Reverse Osmosis Water ‘Too’ Clean?
What Are the Dangers of Drinking Reverse Osmosis Water?
Reverse Osmosis Water and Water Waste
Is a Water Ionizer Better than Reverse Osmosis?

What Is Reverse Osmosis Water?

Reverse osmosis water is defined as ‘purified water.’ It means that all the sediment, heavy metals, hard minerals, nutrients, viruses, and bacteria (both good and bad) are no longer present.

Reverse osmosis water is produced by applying pressure to force undrinkable water through semi-permeable …

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5 Steps to Living Alkaline with Dr. Lori

Posted by: Dr. Lori Shemek On April 26, 2021 12:01 pm

Dr. Lori Shemek is back again to share her 5 easy steps to living alkaline.  Dr. Lori is the best-selling author of books such as The Ketogenic KeyFire Up Your Fat Burn and Beginner’s Guide to Intermittent Fasting.  Dr. Lori is a certified nutritional consultant and weight loss expert who spreads awareness of the negative effects of inflammation.  Enjoy!!

 

The majority of people on a global scale are sedentary and eating an inflammatory, acidic diet. The average person’s intake of processed, refined foods such as the Western diet is promoting poor health, weight gain, obesity, poor gut health, reduced immunity and much more.

Taking easy, small steps to living a more alkaline diet and lifestyle are …

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