MY PUBLIC ANNOUNCEMENT MOVING ON

Do to others as you would have them do to you. Luke 6:31 NIV I strongly believe in this and have always treated others as I would have them treat me. For this reason I am publicly stating I have removed myself from any association with Purple Tiger and VistaLife. The removal is of my choice and of my own doing as many already were aware as I had told privately that I was doing so. I have closed any groups (or am mid closing them) and any webpages or pages that I had going associated with them. I had hoped to remove myself quietly and continue helping those that I bought in to the company but that said the quote I have just used does not seem to apply from the other end. I welcome any and all friendships I have developed during this time and wish you all good will and good health. I have not changed and will always be the positive, happy and outspoken aussie that I have always been. A change is as good as a holiday and I am on to happier more positive ventures. I am excited less stressed and happy that I am again back to the positive and best me that I can be and wish you all a very Merry Christmas.

Merry Christmas

Do to others as you would have them do to you. Luke 6:31 NIV I strongly believe in this and have always treated others as I would have them treat me. For this reason I am publicly stating I have removed myself from any association with Purple Tiger and VistaLife. The removal is of my choice and of my own doing as many already were aware as I had told privately that I was doing so. I have closed any groups (or am mid closing them) and any webpages or pages that I had going associated with them. I had hoped to remove myself quietly and continue helping those that I bought in to the company but that said the quote I have just used does not seem to apply from the other end. I welcome any and all friendships I have developed during this time and wish you all good will and good health. I have not changed and will always be the positive, happy and outspoken aussie that I have always been. A change is as good as a holiday and I am on to happier more positive ventures. I am excited less stressed and happy that I am again back to the positive and best me that I can be and wish you all a very Merry Christmas.

Moving On To better Pastures

Do to others as you would have them do to you. Luke 6:31 NIV I strongly believe in this and have always treated others as I would have them treat me. For this reason I am publicly stating I have removed myself from any association with Purple Tiger and VistaLife. The removal is of my choice and of my own doing as many already were aware as I had told privately that I was doing so. I have closed any groups (or am mid closing them) and any webpages or pages that I had going associated with them. I had hoped to remove myself quietly and continue helping those that I bought in to the company but that said the quote I have just used does not seem to apply from the other end. I welcome any and all friendships I have developed during this time and wish you all good will and good health. I have not changed and will always be the positive, happy and outspoken aussie that I have always been. A change is as good as a holiday and I am on to happier more positive ventures. I am excited less stressed and happy that I am again back to the positive and best me that I can be and wish you all a very Merry Christmas.

Health Benefits Pear

#pears  provide a good source of fiber and are also a good source of vitamin B2, C, E, copper, and potassium. They contain a significant amount of pectin, which is a water soluble fiber. Pears are higher in pectin than apples. This makes them effective in helping to lower #cholesterol levels and in toning the intestines. They are often recommended by health care practitioners as a hypoallergenic fruit that is high in fiber. They are less likely to produce an adverse response than other fruits. Pears are often recommended as a safe fruit to introduce to infants.

Pears are an extraordinary source of dietary fiber when the skin is eaten along with the flesh. Pears are also an excellent source of vitamin C and vitamin E, both powerful antioxidants and essential nutrients. #fruit   #health  

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Water how much do our bodies need?

The human body can last weeks without food, but only days without #water . The body is made up of 50 to 75 per cent water. Water forms the basis of blood, digestive juices, urine and perspiration, and is contained in lean muscle, fat and bones. As the body can’t store water, we need fresh supplies every day.  The amount we need depends on our body size, metabolism, the weather, the food we eat and our activity levels. #health   #hydration   #drinkmorewater

Fatigue, 

confusion, 

memory loss, 

dizziness, 

dry and wrinkled skin, 

brittle hair and nails, 

cold fingers and toes, 

constipation, 

eczema, 

headaches, 

urinary tract infections, 

and muscle pains 

are all signs of dehydration.

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This product and statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be used to diagnose or treat diseases. This Blog in no way dispenses medical advice, prescribes remedies, or assumes responsibility for those who choose to treat themselves.

Health Benefits Lemon

There are many health benefits of #lemons . Lemon have antibacterial, antiviral, and immune-boosting powers as well as being used to aid weight loss because lemon juice is a digestive aid and liver cleanser. Lemons contain many substances -citric acid, calcium, magnesium, vitamin C, bioflavonoids, pectin, and limonene that promote immunity and fight infection. #lemonade   #health   #nutrition  

Lemons are packed with numerous health benefiting nutrients. The fruit is less in calories, carrying just 29 calories per 100 g, the value being one of the lowest for the citrus fruits group.

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This product and statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be used to diagnose or treat diseases. This Blog in no way dispenses medical advice, prescribes remedies, or assumes responsibility for those who choose to treat themselves.

Health Benefits Avocado

#avocado  are an excellent source of healthful fats. This amazing #food  is beneficial for treating diabetes and cardiovascular disease. Helps with weight management and enhances the ability of your body to assimilate essential nutrients. They are considered a super food because you can find more than 80 nutrients in them such as vitamin A, B, C, E and K, iron, phosphorus, iron, copper, potassium and magnesium. They contain some essential dietary fiber, protein and some phytochemicals such as glutathione, lutein and beta-sitosterol. The fats contained in avocados are monounsaturated i.e. the healthy variety of fats.#health  

Avocado is technically a fruit, and even more specifically, a single-seeded berry. 

Nutritional breakdown

Healthy fats - fats account for around three quarters of the calorie count of an avocado. Most of it is monounsaturated fat, in the form of oleic acid. Monounsaturated fat is considered to be a "good fat" which reduces levels of bad cholesterol in your blood and lowers your risk of stroke and heart disease.

Sugar - avocado's sugar content is low compared to other fruits. Half an avocado contains approximately 0.2 g of sugar. 

Protein - an average avocado contains around 4 grams of protein, which is much more than most other fruits.

Vitamins and minerals - avocados are an excellent source of potassium (containing more per weight than bananas). In addition, avocados are rich in vitamin K, Vitamin B, Vitamin C, and Vitamin E

Dietary fiber - a medium avocado contains 11 grams of fiber, which is close to half of the daily recommended minimum intake.

Avocados are an excellent source of potassium (containing more per weight than bananas). In addition, avocados are rich in vitamin K, vitamin B, vitamin C, and vitamin E.

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This product and statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be used to diagnose or treat diseases. This Blog in no way dispenses medical advice, prescribes remedies, or assumes responsibility for those who choose to treat themselves.

Health Benefits of Apple

The #apple is a good source of #fiber , including both soluble and insoluble pectins, and it's also a good source of vitamin C. Apple nutrients are disproportionately present in the skin, which is a particularly valuable part of the fruit with respect to its nutrient content. #fruit   #health  

Nutrition Benefits:

Apples make a filling enjoyable sweet snack. They have quite a bit of fiber (4 grams per medium apple) for a modest amount of calories (95). A medium apple counts as 1 cup of fruit, so after eating one you’re well on your way to meeting your daily fruit quota (around 2 cups for adults on a 2,000-calorie diet). They also are a good source of immune-boosting vitamin C (providing 14% of the Daily Value).

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This product and statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration and are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease. This information is for educational purposes only and should not be used to diagnose or treat diseases. This Blog in no way dispenses medical advice, prescribes remedies, or assumes responsibility for those who choose to treat themselves.

Vitamins and Minerals

Vitamins are essential for your health, and must be obtained through one’s diet and the right supplements.

Vitamins and minerals are considered essential nutrients and perform hundreds of roles in the body every day.  The human body requires these vital nutrients in order to function properly, grow and develop normally and prevent disease

Vitamins are organic and can be broken down by heat, light, air or acid.  Minerals are inorganic and hold onto their chemical structure.  Vitamins and Minerals are often called micronutrients because your body needs only tiny amounts of them.  Minerals found in soil and water have an easy route to your body through plants, fish, animals and fluids that you eat and drink.  Vitamins, on the other hand, are more fragile and can become inactive through cooking, storage and exposure to light and air. 

Essential vitamins

Vitamins are usually classified into two groups - the fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K and the water-soluble vitamins B-complex and C.

Fat-soluble vitamins vs. Water-soluble vitamin

While water-soluble vitamins are able to ‘slip into the bloodstream’, fat-soluble vitamins need fat and bile (produced by the liver) for their absorption. Once absorbed, they enter the lymph before entering the bloodstream, coupled with a protein. Another difference between these two types of vitamins is that water-soluble vitamins are not stored in appreciable amounts in the body and most of the ‘extras’ are excreted in the urine. This is not the case for fat-soluble vitamins which are stored in the liver and fat tissues and released whenever needed by the body.

Fat-soluble vitamins

Vitamin A: This antioxidant vitamin does much more than fight free radicals and improve your night vision. It also helps maintain a healthy immune system by stimulating the production and activity of white blood cells; and controls cell growth (including bone remodelling) and division. Preformed vitamin A (retinol) can only be found in animal foods, either in storage areas like the liver, in the fat of milk and eggs and in cod and halibut oils. Plant foods contain provitamin A carotenoids, especially dark green leafy vegetables and yellow-orange fruits and vegetables.

Vitamin D: Known as calciferol, vitamin D maintains calcium and phosphorus homeostasis, which  helps maintain strong bones. There are few dietary sources of vitamin D and these include mushrooms, fortified dairy products and breakfast cereals as well as fatty fish such as salmon and tuna. Vitamin D can be produced by the body via modest exposure to sunlight.

Vitamin E: This antioxidant vitamin has been shown to protect against some types of cancer and to reduce risks of heart disease. When consumed together with foods rich in vitamin C, beta-carotene and zinc, vitamin E appears to offer some protection against the development of advanced age-related macular degeneration1. The two classes of biologically active vitamin E — tocopherols and tocotrienols — are synthesized only by plants. Hence, plant products, especially the oils, are the best sources.

Vitamin K: This vitamin plays an essential role in blood clotting and in bone formation. The best sources are green leafy vegetables.

Water-soluble vitamins

Vitamin B-complex: This ‘complex’ includes thiamine (vitamin B1), riboflavin (vitamin B2), niacin (vitamin B3), pantothenic acid (B5), pyridoxamine (vitamin B6), biotin (vitamin B7), folate (vitamin B9) and cobalamin (vitamin B12).

Most of the B-vitamins act as coenzymes that help release energy from food. Vitamins B1, B2, B3, B5 and B7 are involved in energy production while vitamins B6, B9 and B12 metabolize amino acids and assist cell growth. Folate is especially important prior to and during pregnancy since a deficiency of this B-vitamin has been linked to spina bifida and anencephaly.

Vitamin C: Known as ascorbic acid, this vitamin is a potent antioxidant that strengthens the immune system and helps prevent infections. Vitamin C is also needed for the production of collagen, a tissue needed for healthy bones, teeth, gums, and blood vessels. Citrus fruits, broccoli and other dark green vegetables, bell peppers.

Essential minerals

Calcium: This mineral does not only help maintain strong bones and teeth; it is also involved in blood clotting, transmission of ions across cell membranes and in required in nerve transmission. This mineral has also been linked to weight loss. Dairy products, sardines, salmon, fortified cereals, some green leafy vegetables like broccoli, kale, collards and turnip greens.

Iron: Essential for the formation of haemoglobin and oxygen transport, iron also increases resistance to infections; functions as part of enzymes involved in tissue respiration and collagen synthesis. Animal foods, legumes, whole grains, dark green vegetables.

Iodine: This mineral helps prevent thyroid enlargement and regulates cellular oxidation and growth. Seafood and iodized salt.

Zinc: Zinc is a component of many enzyme systems and the hormone insulin. It is also essential in wound healing. Seafood and other animal products, legumes, whole grains.

Chromium: This mineral is required for normal glucose metabolism. Meat, whole-grains, broccoli.

Magnesium: Magnesium is involved in nerve impulse transmission and muscle contraction. This mineral is also required in energy-producing processes in the body. Whole grains, legumes, green vegetables.

Selenium: This antioxidant is associated with fat metabolism and vitamin E. It is also required in tissue respiration and in wound healing. Whole grains and animal products.

Potassium: This well-known mineral is essential for normal cardiac function and also helps regulate acid-base equilibrium. Fruits especially bananas; potatoes; animal products.

Focus on variety and make sure your plate is always colorful to ensure an intake of various vitamins and minerals.

Essential roles of water soluble vitamins:

Produce energy
Release energy from food
Build proteins and help cells reproduce
Make collagen for wound healing, support vessel walls and form a base for teeth and bones

Essential roles of fat soluble vitamins:

Aid in keeping eyes, skin, lungs, gastrointestinal tract and nervous system in good repair
Build bones
Aid in absorption of other nutrients
Antioxidant protection

According to the Dietary Guidelines for Americans, many of us consume more calories than we need yet without taking in the recommended amounts of numerous nutrients. 

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Are You Ready to Lose Weight?

Are You Ready to Lose Weight? 

Having the right mind set can make all the difference in achieving your weight loss goals.  

Successful weight loss depends on permanent lifestyle changes, such as eating healthy foods and including physical activity in your daily routine. Whether your motivation for undertaking these changes is better health, improved appearance or simply feeling better about yourself, find your motivation and focus on it.

Do you have a reason for wanting to lose weight?

Are you prepared for the challenges ahead?

How committed are you to losing weight and keeping it off?

Are you ready to throw away clothes that are too big and no longer fit?

Are you ready to eat differently?

Are you willing to honestly change yourself, your lifestyle, and your behavior.

Are you ready to admit that you must take responsibility for your life?

Are you committed to making permanent changes?

Did you answer yes to all or most of the questions? 

You're probably ready to make the lifestyle changes that'll support permanent weight loss. Forge ahead with a healthy diet and regular physical activity — starting today!

Embrace the vision of your new lifestyle and remain positive. Focus on how good you'll feel when you're more active or when you weigh less. Picture yourself celebrating every success along the way, whether it's enjoying a new food, finishing another exercise session or losing your first few pounds.

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Are you hydrated?

Water! Stay hydrated! Your body is about 70% water, the majority of your blood and every cell in your body is composed of water. Therefore, you need water to function properly. By the time you experience the sensation of thirst, you are already dehydrated. That thirst is your body calling for re-hydration. Most of us spend our days constantly dehydrated to some degree – we are affecting the performance of the majority of our body. 

Nearly all of our systems do not function as well without the proper water intake.

Simple TIPS with water consumption:

• Drink half your body weight in ounces of water.
• Carry a bottle everywhere with you as a reminder to keep drinking.
• Eat raw fruits and vegetables – they are dense in water. 
• You can get water from food, not just from beverages.
• Drink water and other fluids until you urinate frequently and with light color.

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• Increases Energy & Relieves Fatigue – Since your brain is mostly water, drinking it helps you think, focus and concentrate better and be more alert. Your energy levels are also boosted!
• Promotes Weight Loss – Removes by-products of fat, reduces eating intake, reduces hunger, raises your metabolism and has zero calories
• Flushes Out Toxins – Gets rid of waste through sweat and urination.
• Improves Skin Complexion – Moisturizes your skin. It’s the best anti-aging treatment around!
• Maintains Regularity – Aids in digestion as to digest your food and prevents constipation.
• Boosts Immune System – Drinking plenty of water helps fight against flu, cancer and other ailments like heart attacks.
•  Natural Headache Remedy – Helps relieve and prevent headaches (migraines & back pains too!) which are commonly caused by dehydration.
• Prevents Cramps & Sprains - Proper hydration helps keep joints lubricated and muscles more elastic so joint pain is less likely.
• Puts You in a Good Mood – When the body is functioning at its best, you will feel good!
• Save Money! - Water is FREE! Even if you choose bottled/filtered water, it’s STILL cheaper than that high sugar drinks!

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