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11.02.17
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Anti-Inflammatory Pineapple Smoothie Recipe

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“Let food be thy medicine.” – Socrates.

Nature has given us all of the tools to help our bodies heal naturally and without medication.

This inflammation fighting beverage is not only tasty and refreshing it can help your body naturally lessen inflammatory response leaving you with less pain.

INGREDIENTS

1 ½ cups chunks of pineapple (fresh or frozen) (if you use fresh make sure to freeze them after cutting up the pineapple.)

1 peeled orange

1 cup coconut water (any brand or fresh)

1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh ginger (or 1/4 teaspoon ground ginger)

1 teaspoon chia seeds

1 teaspoon Ground Turmeric

1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper

DIRECTIONS:

Add all ingredients to a blender.  Pulse until smooth.

Serve immediately, garnished with extra chia seeds if desired.

HOW IT WORKS

Every ingredient serves its purpose. They all work together to form a powerful blend disguised as an amazing breakfast beverage.

Pineapples contain an enzyme called Bromelain which is a documented anti-inflammatory agent.

Oranges – Oranges contain beta-cryptoxanthin, which has been shown to decrease the development of inflammatory joint conditions.

Coconut Water – contains tannins, which are known to lessen inflammation response.

Ginger – Though primarily touted for digestive properties it is also a helpful anti-inflammatory.

Chia Seeds – Chia seeds supply a high dose of Omega 3 fatty acids, fiber, and protein. All of which adds to the anti-inflammatory benefit of this drink.

Turmeric – One of the most potent of the anti-inflammatory spices. It has been shown to work just as well as many NSAID over the counter pain relievers when used on a regular basis.

Black Pepper – Black pepper is an important part of the mix. When combined with food and or other spices it vamps up the ability of the body to absorb nutrients, vitamins and minerals making this an, even more, power-packed beverage.

So grab your ingredients next time you hit the supermarket and get that blender going!

For more great recipes and health tips visit www.chiropractorbonitasprings.com or call 239-947-1177. Let Nutrition Specialists of Florida be your source for healing in Southwest Florida.

09.01.17
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NSAIDs – Not All They Are Cracked Up to Be

NSAIDs

When you are in pain what do you reach for? Digging into the medicine cabinet most of us go for the major store brands of OTC medicines.  Tylenol, Aleve, and Ibuprofen are all in the NSAID family.

While they do help short term to alleviate pain and swelling, they also have the non-wanted side effect of slowing down the healing process and may have side effects, especially when used repeatedly or chronically over time. These side effects can range from mild to severe and can include stomach irritation, bleeding ulcers, and even death!

Though they do help to alleviate both pain and swelling, they also have the side effect of slowing down the healing process and may have additional side effects, especially used over time. Side effects can range from mild to serious and can include stomach irritation, bleeding ulcers, and even coma or death!

Natural remedies to try

Black Pepper (which works wonders in conjunction with Turmeric) – Black pepper is a wonderful anti-inflammatory as well as holding the properties of being an antioxidant and antibacterial.

Turmeric – Studies have shown that turmeric contains compounds that can reduce inflammation and has been used to treat infections, cold and even wounds.

It comes in swallowable capsules as well as in spice form to sprinkle on and add to your food.

Both delivery methods work well.

Cloves – Though research is still giving mixed reviews, cloves have been touted as an anti-inflammatory especially useful for dental and mouth issues. Make sure if you are using clove oil to mix it with a carrier oil such as olive or coconut before applying to the inside of your mouth on gum areas. It can be very hot on its own.

Cinnamon – Cinnamon can help to ease swelling and inflammation. Sprinkle on coffee, tea, cereal, oatmeal or take by capsule.

Garlic – Ah, good old garlic. Fresh is always best. As well as anti-inflammatory it is a very powerful natural antibiotic!

Plant Enzymes – when taken on an empty stomach also work phenomenally well as anti-inflammatories and help with pain and swelling.

Cayenne pepper – They contain capsaicinoids giving them anti-inflammatory super powers. They have been used to boost health since ancient times!

Along with adding these spices to your vitamin protocol changing up your diet to include some amazingly powerful anti-inflammatory foods can help drastically as well. Adding these into your normal eating routine can help boost your health and well being.

Top anti-inflammatory foods recommended are:

  • Celery
  • Leafy green vegetables
  • Beets
  • Berries
  • Coconut Oil
  • Chia Seeds
  • Broccoli
  • Salmon
  • Pineapple
  • Bone broth
  • Flax Seeds
  • Walnuts

Are there foods that are inflammatory?

ABSOLUTELY

If you are already having inflammation and pain issues you would do best to stay away from eating refined sugars, refined grains, processed foods and artificial sweeteners.

 What you eat greatly affects how your body functions and how you feel. If you are not feeling your best Nutrition Specialists of Florida can help you by giving you personalized guidance on what to eat, what to avoid, supplementation and detoxification to give you the very best possible quality of life outcome.

Give us a call ay 239-947-1177 or visit us online by going to www.chiropractorbonitasprings.com.