The health benefits and uses of flaxseed gel, and how to make this yourself at home.
Flax seeds are well known in the health community for their nutritional benefits, however you can also use these seeds to make a gel which has some fantastic uses. In some countries, these are known as linseeds.
Benefits For Hair.
Moisturiser
Flax seed gel can be used to condition to nourish and condition the hair. It is highly moisturising and can repair damaged and brittle follicles.
Cost Effective
Hair care products can be very costly, however this gel is a simple and natural remedy, and is therefore cheap to make.
Hair Growth
Using this as a conditioner regularly, will help your hair to grow longer faster. The follicles will be less likely become dry and break.
Hair Types
This is most beneficial for those with naturally curly or wavy hair, It can be used to add definition to curls, making them look much healthier and vibrant.
Nutrients
The nutrients found within flax seeds are within the gel. This leeches into the hair providing extra support, without harmful additives found in store bought products.
Other uses
Constipation
Constipation can be a chronic problem for many people, leaving us feeling uncomfortable and bloated. 4 Tablespoons of flax seed gel can be added to your drinks up to three times per day. This lubricates the intestines and clears up constipation within 3-5 days. We recommend blending this into delicious juice and smoothie drinks. You can find many recipes for these on our channel.
How To Make Flaxseed Gel
You Will Need:
200g Flax Seeds
500ml of Water
Method
Add the water and flax seeds to a saucepan. Using medium heat, allow this mixture to simmer, whilst constantly stirring with a wooden spoon.
Bring to the boil, and when a frothy gel begins to form remove the heat source. Allow this to continue thickening on its own for around 40 minutes.
The liquid will have the consistency and texture of egg whites.
Strain the mixture using a cheesecloth to remove the seeds and particles. Be sure to squeeze this well to bring the gel through the material. . You can also use pantyhose if you do not have a cheesecloth.
Store this gel in an airtight container and store in the refrigerator. This will stay fresh for around 2 weeks. You can also add some essential oils to add fragrance, and honey or coconut oil as a preservative to make this last a little longer.
Apply this to the hair to hydrate your hair and define the curls. Allow this to air dry. Be sure to see our other video to learn more about natural remedies.
21 Dangerous mistakes that you should avoid when taking care of your hair.
Everyone wants healthy, shiny and beautiful hair, however most people make many mistakes which can cause damage to the follicles. In today’s video we will teach you how to make your hair wonderful by avoiding these 21 common mistakes.
1.Using Hot Irons or Curlers on Damp Hair
Many people make the mistake of using heated tools to style the hair when it is not yet dry. This makes the hair limp and lifeless. Make sure to completely dry your hair before styling.
2.Washing Your Hair Too Often
If you use shampoo on the hair too often, you strip the natural oils away from the scalp which nourish the hair. This leaves the hair dry and brittle. If your hair is naturally dry, make sure to wash it less often. If it is naturally oily, then you may be able to wash it every 1-2 days.
3.Using Too Much Shampoo
Shampoo is designed to cleanse the hair but too much can make it very dry and unhealthy. 2 teaspoons is the standard amount for long hair. You can use a little extra if you have curly or wavy hair, or very thick hair. If you have short to medium length hair, then 2 teaspoons is more than enough.
4.Not Brushing Before Washing
The hair is weakest when it is wet and more prone to tangling. Be sure to brush your hair before washing it and this will reduce breakage.
5.Applying Shampoo Incorrectly
Shampoo should be placed in the palms and rubbed together to create a foam. Apply this to the roots of the hair using circular massage movements. Do not use the nails, as this can cause scratches, only the finger tips. When you rinse, the shampoo will wash through to the ends on its own.
6.Forgetting To Condition The Hair
The hair loses moisture in sunny environments, and when shampoo is used. It is important to condition the hair to rehydrate the follicles to prevent damage. You can make natural balms to take care of the hair using olive oil, coconut oil, avocado’s, argon oil and many more. Always use conditioner immediately after shampooing the hair. Only use hair masks once per week.
7.Poor Diet
The hair requires lots of nutrients and vitamins to grow healthily. Be sure to eat a balanced diet with lots of omega 3, protein, iron and vitamins, and your hair will grow naturally strong and healthy. You can also purchase hair supplements to help with this.
8.Not Rinsing Conditioner Enough
When using wash out conditioners, many people forget to rinse underneath the back of the hair around the scalp. This causes an oily scalp which can also be itchy. Make sure the water is running clear before you stop washing.
9.Sleeping With Hair Down
If you have long or medium length hair you should not sleep with your hair relaxed, as this can make it flat, tangled and frizzy. Simply place the hair in plaits or braids before going to bed. This will protect it as you roll over in your sleep.
10.Towel Drying Too Much
If you rub the hair too much using a towel, the cuticle in your hair will become rough. This leaves the hair looking dull and frizzy. Simply blot the hair with the towel and squeeze the strands with your fingers. This takes longer to dry the hair but will keep it healthy. You can also use a cotton t shirt instead of a towel.
11.Wrong Water Temperature
The common mistake of having the water too hot will cause your hair to become too oily, as this activates the oil glands. You should use warm or cold water. This will improve blood flow to the scalp and remove dirt along with the shampoo. It’s always best to rinse your hair in cold water when you have finished washing, this closes the hair cuticle and seals in moisture from the conditioner, making it look shinier and healthier.
12.Rinsing Too Much
If you like to dye or color your hair you should make sure that you do not rinse the hair for too long. This washes out the color, especially if you are using very hot water. Once again, stick with lukewarm water to make your color last.
13.Not Cleaning Combs.
It is important to keep your hair combs and brushes clean, by washing them in warm water once per week. You can also use a small amount of shampoo. This keeps the oil and dead skin cells from going back into your clean hair.
14.Using Hairspray Before Styling
Do not use hairspray before using heat styling products such as flat irons or curlers. Hairspray contains alcohol which dries out the hair and burns on contact with the heat. Allow your hair to cool after heat styling before applying hairspray.
15.Skipping Heat Protection
You should also always use a heat protection spray before using a blow drier, flat iron or curlers. You can also purchase serums which protect the hair from heat damage.
16.Back Combing (Teasing) Too Often
It is a common trick to tease the hair by combing the hair backwards with a hair brush. This adds lift and volume, however damages the hair and causes breakages. Instead use a root lifting product before blow drying. This has the same effect, but without the damage.
17.Brushing The Hair When Wet
When your hair is wet it is in its weakest state, so allow the hair strands to dry out and carefully separate them using your fingers. Use a wide toothed comb, and start from the ends, slowly moving towards the roots to detangle. Be gentle and never pull too hard.
18.Neglecting To Trim
It is natural for the ends of the hair to split after a time. These should be trimmed regularly and removed, making the splits less likely to spread higher on the follicles. This should be done every at least 2 months.
19.Using A Hairdryer Incorrectly
It is important that you know how to use a hair dryer correctly, as the heat from this can cause damage. Use a flat nozzle attachment and dry your hair from the roots to the ends. Make sure to angle the hair dryer on a sharp angle towards the hair follicles, this helps to lock in the moisture. Be sure to move the hair dryer constantly and do not focus heat on one area, as this will cause it to become brittle. Start off with maximum temperature, and lower this as the hair gradually dries. Finish using the cold setting on your hairdryer.
20.Not Protecting Hair From The Sun
Sun damage is one of the main problems for people who live in warm climates. Simply wear a hat, or use sun protection spray to protect your hair follicles from the harsh ultraviolet radiation, and heat.
21.Not Protecting Hair From The Cold
If you live in a cold climate, or it is winter time, make sure to wear a woollen hat. This will not only take care of your hair, but also prevent heat from escaping from your body, making you less likely to catch a cold.
For a completely natural shampoo and conditioner that you can make at home, please see our video on baking soda shampoo.
Many of my clients want to know why certain foods lower cholesterol levels. Well, researchers continue to study the ingredients in these foods. So far, this is what we know:
Oat cereal or any cereals containing flaxseed or psyllium (soluble fiber) or whole grain cereals (folic acid, vitamin E, vitamin B6)
Fruits: currants, grapes, strawberries, blackberries, raspberries, including their seeds (vitamin C, carotenoids and ellagic acid); citrus fruits (vitamin C, folic acid and soluble fiber) and apples (vitamin C and soluble fiber)
Nuts: especially pecans and walnuts, and olives (mono-unsaturated fats); seeds (lignans) and soy nuts (genistein). All these fatty foods contain Vitamin E.
Legumes: dried beans, peas and lentils – in tasty and hearty soups, stews and salads (soluble fiber, folic acid, phytochemicals, vitamins A, C and E, beta carotene, carotenoids and isoflavonoids with a synergistic effect between vitamins C and E); add corn (soluble fiber and stanol esters).
Soybeans: (genistein, fiber, unsaturated fats, B vitamins and stanol esters). Look at the variety in your supermarket shelves. Many recipes are appearing in books, newspapers and magazines.
Whole wheat bread (stanol esters)
Vegetables: onion, watercress, cruciferous vegetables, leeks and garlic (allylic acid), dark colored (folic acid, vitamin B6, vitamin E, vitamin C, carotenoids) and artichokes (cynarin). Cruciferous vegetables are members of the cabbage family – broccoli, kale, Brussels sprouts and cauliflower.
Fish: salmon, swordfish, tuna and trout (omega 3 fatty acids)
Oils: canola, olive and sunflower oils
Alcohol: 1 drink per day for woman and 2 drinks per day for men. One serving equals 12 oz beer, 5 oz wine or 1 ½ oz liquor (antioxidant polyphenols); red wine (catechin, quercetin, resveratrol)
Low fat dairy products (vitamin B12)
Tea: black, oolong or green (polyphenol flavonoids, catechins)
Dark chocolate (polyphenol flavonoids)
Hey, where are all the supplements? First change your lifestyle habits for three months and see your blood fat levels decrease. After that, discuss supplements with your dietitian.
Shop, prepare foods, enjoy the variety and aim for healthy cholesterol and triglyceride levels for you and your family.
The benefits and uses of soursop seeds, also known as graviola or guyabano.
1.Soursops are extremely healthy fruits which are grown in many tropical counties. These are well known for their health benefits but there are also some uses for the seeds.
2.The seeds within this fruit should not be eaten as they contain toxic yellow oil which contains annonacin. This has been linked to Parkinson’s disease and eye inflammation.
3.The seeds are most commonly used as a pesticide. They can be pressed to release the oil using a pestle and mortar.
4.The oil can be mixed with a little coconut water and shampooed into the scalp to destroy head lice.
5.The people of Brazil often use this seed oil to destroy bedbugs by shampooing this into sheets and furniture with some warm water.
6.Cockroaches and other pets around the home can also be destroyed using this same method.
7.The seeds can also be used to grow new soursop or graviola trees. Simply collect and wash soursop seeds ready for planting. Plant these in pots of soil which is kept moist at all times. These seeds will germinate within 15 to 30 days. When they are around 12 inches high, separate them into individual pots. These will take three to five years to produce fruit, but this is worth it for the medicinal fruit.
8.The leaves and fruit of this plant are used in herbal medicine to treat many different problems. Please see our other videos on these to learn more.
Knowing how to make your girlfriend happy is an important part of maintaining a healthy relationship. All relationships take work, and it is essential that both the man and woman work together to improve each other’s lives.
In today’s video we will cover 10 key points which you can use to not only make your girlfriend happy, but also build a stronger bond to enjoy your lives together.
1.Relaxation
Ladies minds are different to men and it’s important to understand the difference. Often a woman will have more concerns and worries. Helping them to relax will not only make them feel wonderful, but will also help you to bond more with each other.
Take the time to help your girlfriend relax by surprising her and running her a hot bubble bath. To make it very relaxing, light a few candles and perhaps some incense.
You can also give her a spontaneous massage, do some of their chores without asking, or help them to reduce their workload. This will take the edge off.
2.Listen To Her
Allow your girlfriend to blow off steam about her daily problems by asking her how her day has been. If she has had problems at work, or in her life, be sure to listen intently and allow her to speak. Men have a tendency to try to interrupt and fix the problems, even getting angry and frustrated.
Instead, stay calm and allow your girlfriend to share her problems, it is likely that she is looking for someone to listen to her and offer her support, but do not demand how she solve her problems as this may frustrate her. Be gentle and level headed, and ask her if she would like your advice. Then offer it, but allow her to deal with situations in her own way.
Also, encourage her to share stories about her life, family, friends and interests. Take mental notes, you may even get some ideas on how to surprise her in the future.
3.Make Her Laugh
Always leave your girlfriend with a smile on her face. Learn what makes her laugh and repeat these actions whenever you can. Watch comedy movies together. The purpose of life is enjoyment, and it’s important to remember this. Let go of your filters and speak from the heart too.
4.Be Sociable
It is human nature to want to be sociable and meet people. Some of us may be shy, but this does not change the fact that we are at home when we are enjoying ourselves with friends and family. Try to make lasting bonds with the important people in your girlfriend’s life. This will make her very happy, especially if her close ones get along with you.
5.Take Her Out
Make sure you take your girlfriend out on dates at least once every two weeks. This doesn’t have to be expensive. Plan simple days out with walks in nature, or a picnic. Keeping her locked away in your man cave constantly is only going to cause boredom.
6.Curiosity
Always be curious about her life. Have a desire to constantly learn new things about your girlfriend, throughout the course of the relationship. Whether it be 1 month or 50 years, you should always try to learn more about each other. Humans are constantly adapting and changing, and there are always new things to learn.
7.Generosity
This is important not only with your girlfriend but with your entire life. To willingly give and graciously receive is an important concept which will expand your life no end. Making her feel happy by surprising her with gifts, treats and even small acts of kindness will always make you both feel good about the relationship, and life in general.
8.Intimacy
Spending quality time with your loved one - just the two of you is extremely important. You should be able to share with each other thoughts that you perhaps have not shared with anyone else. Creating unique experiences with each other will strengthen your bond. Make her feel that she can be completely open with you, without judgement.
9.Commit
When you make a commitment to your girlfriend, make sure that it is genuine and you are going to stick by your words. Do not make commitments you cannot keep, whether this be planned dates, an engagement, promises or decisions. Going through with what you say shows that you are of high value and with integrity, and will make your girlfriend proud to have such a strong minded lover.
10.Grooming
Keeping yourself well groomed and hygienic at all times is very important. You should keep your beard and hair trimmed to your style of choice. Take regular showers, and never allow yourself to smell of stale body odour. Wear clean clothes. You don’t have to be at the height of fashion, but most women appreciate a well groomed man dressed in smart clothes, such as an ironed shirt and smart jeans. Keeping yourself looking good will make your girlfriend happy to show you off to her friends and family.
Some Final Notes
Remember that communicating your feelings with one another is always one of the most important elements of a healthy relationship. Your girlfriend should also make an effort to make you happy too, and together you will find a balance and unique rhythm that works for you. I wish you the best experiences and adventures with your girlfriend.
The health benefits and uses of Aloe Vera juice, and how to make this yourself at home.
1.The Aloe Vera is a popular plant which grows in the wild in tropical climates around the world. It has been used since ancient times as a natural medicine.
2.When sliced open, the leaves of the aloe vera contain a thick green gel. This gel has healing properties which is excellent for the human body.
3.This gel is used in a great range of cosmetic products, especially for the skin as it has moisturising and soothing effects. This can also be used on burns, scars, stretch marks and sun tanned skin.
4.To make the wonderful aloe vera juice, the gel from within the leaves is mixed with water and blended. Please see the recipe later in the video to learn how to make this yourself at home.
5.Aloe Vera juice can be drank on a regular basis and provides some fantastic health benefits, especially for alkalizing the body. Nowadays people eat many acidic foods which causes high carbon dioxide levels in the blood and diabetes. Aloe vera juice balances the blood’s Ph and increases oxygenation.
6.This juice contains Campestrol and Lupeol which gets rid of inflammation in the body. Many diseases such as type 2 diabetes, arthritis and irritable bowel syndrome are caused by inflammation. Drinking this regularly can heal many inflammatory conditions in time.
7.It has also been called “Natures Botox.” The nutrients within the liquid stimulates collagen production in the skin, making your skin healthier and looking younger. This also gets rid of redness, pimples and oily skin.
8.Drinking this every day will improve digestion by making you go to the toilet more regularly. This lubricates the intestines and speeds up the process, also lowering the risk of bowel cancer.
9.Those who wish to shed a few extra pounds can use this to rid their bodies of toxins. This does not have a direct weight loss effect, but instead boosts the body’s ability to manage weight by getting rid of harmful substances within the digestive system.
10.Those who suffer with diabetes can drink this as it helps to control sudden spikes in blood sugar.
11.A soluble fiber called Beta Sitosterol is found within aloe Vera juice. This binds with unhealthy cholesterol molecules in the blood, allowing them to be flushed out. This boosts cardiovascular health, helping you to maintain a healthy heart.
12.The juice contains healthy doses of vitamins B1, B2, B6, B12, A, C and E. And minerals such as iron, copper, zinc, calcium, selenium, potassium, sodium, chromium, magnesium and manganese.
13.The human body requires 22 types of amino acids to function at its best. Aloe Vera contains 20 of these, and is therefore a fantastic supplement when trying to eat healthy.
14.The plant contains Auxins and Gibberellins, these are hormones which help the body to heal from cuts and wounds, and therefore it is recommended to drink this whilst healing.
15.Aloe Vera is known as a potent antiseptic, which prevent overgrowths of fungi, bacteria and viruses. These invaders have a less likelihood of infecting your body when you consume this juice regularly.
16.It contains lots of polysaccharides which boost the immune system, making you less likely to suffer with asthma, eczema and Crohns disease.
How To Make Aloe Vera Juice
You Will Need
1 Large Aloe Vera Leaf
700ml Spring Water
Blender
Method: Slice the leaf in half using a sharp knife and scoop out the aloe vera gel inside. This is a clear thick substance, which contains all of the healthy nutrients. Store this gel in an airtight container.
Add 2 tablespoons to the blender with the spring water. Blend on a low setting for three minutes, until the gel is fully mixed with the water. You can drink this fresh, or add this to other smoothies, and healthy juices to enhance the flavour.
Do not use any more than 2 tablespoons of Aloe Vera gel per batch, as this can be a powerful laxative if used too much. Drink this once per day to boost your health.
If you prefer, you can purchase Aloe Vera powder or juice online or from health food stores, but it is best when made fresh, as this contains more phytonutrients. Many of these are removed in processed products.
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A cucumber diet for weight loss, and to reduce the size of the belly in 7 days.
1.There are many diets available for losing weight. The cucumber diet is designed to work in 7 days to reduce the size of the belly.
2.Fat around the stomach can be dangerous for our health, and can be unsightly and make us feel low in confidence. Cucumbers offer a solution which gives fast results compared to many other diets.
3.The cucumber recipes used in this diet not only reduce fat, but also get rid of excess water retention which may be making your belly look fatter than it actually is.
4.This diet can cause you to lose up to 7kgs in weight, depending upon your unique metabolism, height and weight.
5.Cucumbers are extremely healthy fruits which are sometimes classed as a vegetable. They have the ability to stimulate the metabolism and clear out the intestines and digestive tract.
6.The diet may make you feel a loss of energy at first, however after a while the toxins in your body will begin to flush away making you feel more vibrant and alert.
7.Many people who have performed this diet have also reported their skin having reduced oil and less acne.
Daily Diet Regime
Breakfast – Cucumber salad, and two hard boiled eggs.
Snack 1 – Two green or red apples.
Lunch – Cucumber salad and two slices of whole wheat toasted bread.
Snack 2 – Cucumber smoothie
Dinner – 300 to 500 grams of fresh fruit.
Method: Stick to the above diet for one whole week. This will cleanse the body of toxins, burn fat and get rid of water retention around the stomach.
Do not perform this diet for any more than 7 days. This is a simple cleanse, which is healthier than fasting.
How to make Cucumber Salad – Slice 400 grams of cucumber, and one whole fresh onion. Add a pinch of salt and mix with 200ml of fresh unsweetened Greek yoghurt.
How to make a cucumber smoothie – Blend one whole cucumber, one whole apple, 1 half inch of fresh ginger and a bunch of spinach. This should be made fresh once per day.
This diet will provide your body with enough vitamins and minerals to help cleanse the body and provide enough energy to go through the week. You will soon notice some wonderful results.
To learn more about weight loss and the health benefits of cucumbers, please see our other videos.
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The benefits of using baking soda to clean carpets, and how to do this yourself at home.
There are many different chemical products available to clean the carpets at home, however baking soda is much cheaper and is also natural. You can use this to combat the following problems.
1.Getting rid of carpet stains.
Baking soda is excellent for removing stains from the carpets caused by spills, urine, vomit or foods. It is also excellent at lifting grease.
2.Getting rid of smells.
This works as a natural deodorizer and draws our smells from the fibres. This also works on furniture such as mattresses.
3.Bed Bugs.
Once bed bugs have infected the furniture, they can be very difficult to get rid of. Sprinkling soda over the affected areas will destroy these parasites from your home.
4.Removes Moisture.
Many people who have suffered with floods in their home, or have damp carpet can use this powder to dry out the carpets.
5.Removes Mildew.
Mildew is a form of fungus or mould which grows in wet areas around the home. This has a damp like smell and can be bad for your health. Baking soda destroys mildew after getting rid of the moisture.
How to use baking soda on the carpet.
You will need
A large tub of Baking Soda
A Vacuum Cleaner
A Sweeping Brush.
Method.
Sprinkle baking soda over the carpets that you wish to clean. Be generous and use as much as possible. Let this sit on the carpet for 3 hours. Then use the sweeping brush to gentle brush the baking soda into the fibres. This will help to draw out deeper stains and odours. Leave this again overnight, and use the vacuum to clean up the powder.
The baking soda will absorb moisture, stains and smells. For more stubborn stains you may need to use a mixture of baking soda and lemon juice.
To learn more about household remedies, please see our other videos.
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A list of bad habits that make you fat, and how to get rid of them.
Nowadays there are many different weight loss methods and diets that you can use to lose fat, but the reason these don’t work for many people is due to bad habits. Habits are forms of behavior which are locked into the subconscious mind. In today’s video we will discuss many of these habits and how to get rid of them.
Habit 1 – Lack of Sleep
The body cannot function properly if you do not get enough sleep. Not sleeping effects cortisol levels in the body and causes you to be hungrier. This is a hormone which regulates your appetite.
Solution – Get at least 8 to 9 hours sleep per night. This may involve going to bed earlier, as we often lose sleep when we wake up a few times during the night.
Habit 2 – Unconscious Snacking
Often when we are watching the TV or perhaps YouTube we can be snacking on junk food, and not taking any notice on how much we are eating.
Solution – Be fully conscious when eating any food. Do not let yourself be distracted by television or games when you eat. You will enjoy your food more and be less likely to binge if you keep these activities separated.
Habit 3 – Shopping When Hungry
The modern life style can be very busy and we can often forget to eat before we go food shopping. This can make us more likely to grab high energy junk foods, as our bodies are craving sugar for energy.
Solution – Always enjoy a nutritious meal before going shopping to buy your groceries. You will make much wiser choices with your food when you are not hungry.
Habit 4 – Thinking About Being Fat
The mind has a mysterious way of making us want things that we think about often. Imagining ourselves being fat may cause us to crave more junk food and feel hopeless.
Solution – Begin imagining yourself to be slim and healthy. Do this at least three times per day instead of thinking about being fat. This will motivate you and change your subconscious focus.
Habit 5 – Emotional Hunger
Stress and anxiety can be too major causes of weight gain. We may eat to distract ourselves from the sad feelings which we feel inside our bodies and minds. This also affects cortisol levels and causes cravings.
Solution – Daily meditation. Learning to breathe deeply for 20 minutes a day without performing any other activities, causes stress levels to reduce and anxiety to settle. Over time, this can heal many emotional problems.
Habit 6 – Diet Soda Drinks
Many people believe that drinking diet soda is healthier because it has less calories. However studies have shown that the artificial sweeteners in soda can make you hungrier, and affect the digestion process in a bad way.
Solution – Drink water infused with fruit. You can purchase a water infuser bottle, and add your own choice of fruit. Refrigerate these for 12 hours and then enjoy a tasty yet healthy treat, and avoid soda all together.
Habit 7 – Supersized Meals
Our eyes are often greedier than our stomachs, and we tend to give ourselves too large a portion. The human body does not need vast amounts of foods to be healthy.
Solution – Cut your meals size down by one third (1/3). Begin by separating this on the side of the plate, and only eating two thirds. In time, simply put less food on the plate to begin with. You can also use smaller plates to encourage yourself to serve less.
Habit 8 – Eating Too Fast
It takes 20 minutes for the body to realise that it is full, so we often continue eating even though we do not need any more food. This causes us to eat too many calories.
Solution – Slow down and enjoy every mouthful of food. Enjoy the textures, flavours and be fully present. Do not let yourself become distracted from your food. Take notice of your bodies signals, and you will know when it is time to stop eating.
Habit 9 – Forcing It Down.
During war times, it was important for people to not waste food as this was scarce. Many grandparents who have experienced world war 2 have taught their children never to waste food, so we feel obliged to eat everything on the plate. This is not healthy when you have a constant supply of food.
Solution – The body sends a signal when it is full. You can feel this if you pay attention. Simply stop eating at this point, and do not feel like you must eat everything.
Habit 10 – High Salt Intake.
Eating too much salt to flavour our meals causes the body to store fluids, also known as water retention. This can make us feel bloated and cause high blood pressure.
Solution – Use healthy spices on you meals instead of salt. Black pepper is a common alternative, which is very tasty. You can also use paprika, dried mint, ginger powder and many more healthy spices seen on channel.
Habit 11 – Eating Before Bed
Eating late at night is yet another bad habit, which is usually caused by boredom. You are less active at night therefore the calories are not burnt off, and are stored in fat deposits.
Solution – Try not to eat any food after 7pm at night. This gives the body enough time to metabolise the food before you begin resting. This will also help you to sleep better at night. If you do feel cravings, enjoy a herbal tea.
Habit 12 – Not Drinking Enough Water
It is easy for our minds to trick us into thinking that we are hungry, when we are in fact thirsty. This makes us gain more weight, and the body has a hard time digesting the food.
Solution – Drink a glass of water with every single meal. This will flush out the kidneys and liver, and help your body to break down foods more effectively. Adding ice also helps the metabolism.
Habit 13 – Being Sedentary.
The modern lifestyle allows us the luxury to sit around a lot, and watch television or play video games. Sitting too often causes weight gain because our muscles are not active enough.
Solution – Take the time to walk at least 20 minutes a day, and take regular breaks if you work in an office to stretch the muscles in the body. Moving around causes the muscles to release lipoprotein lipase which helps your body to process fats and sugars.
Habit 14 – Not Eating Breakfast
Many people skip breakfast due to not have enough time in the morning. This causes cravings throughout the day, as the body does not have enough energy to metabolise.
Solution – Eat a balanced breakfast with complex carbohydrates and healthy proteins. Fish, tofu, eggs, bananas and grains, Greek yoghurt and peanut butter are all excellent to start the day. Alternatively, you can make fresh fruit juice with pineapples and apples.
Habit 15 – Avoiding Fat
It is commonly believed that fat foods will cause you to gain weight. However the truth is that natural healthy fats will actually cause your body to slim down and stay healthy.
Solution – Enjoy healthy fats from avocados, flax seeds, cold pressed olive oil and extra virgin coconut oil. These are a great source of energy which your body can process.
Putting It All Together
Remember that to get rid of bad habits, it is important to replace them with healthy habits, or else new bad habits will be formed.
It takes 30 days to fully break a habit, and you should never try to change more than 2 at once.
Re-watch the video and find which habits apply to you. Make a list, and work on 1-2 each month, and you will be slim in no time.
Diet and Exercise
There are many different diets available for losing weight. If you wish to keep the fat off, it is important that you replace unhealthy foods with tasty and healthy alternatives. This way your body will get used to the new foods. Eating should be interesting and fun. Be sure to see our channel for some unusual and delicious foods.
Exercise is also recommended to speed up the metabolism. Getting out of breath for 10 minutes a day can work wonders for the digestive system.
If you are extremely overweight, swimming is an excellent and gentle way to begin exercising once or twice per week.
Enzymes
Many people gain weight because they simply do not get enough natural enzymes from raw foods. Enzymes found in raw vegetables and fruits actually cause your body to break down food and get more nutrients. We recommend buying a juicer and making green juices daily to get these live enzymes into your diet.
Herbal Teas
There are a great range of herbal teas which you can use to prevent fat build up. Green tea and peppermint tea are excellent choices, but there are many more which can be found on our channel.
Extra Advice
Losing weight is more than just a process of dieting and exercise. Your state of mind is important to keep you on track.
Remember to imagine yourself slim and at your ideal weight every single day. Feel as though you have already reached your goal. This will keep your mind focused and motivate you.
Be sure to see our other weight loss videos for more tips and techniques.
