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Welcome to the New Year Wellbeing and Nutrition newsletter - I hope you all had a lovely Christmas.
 
If you perhaps over-indulged, then now is definitely the time to get a grip!
However, this is not the time for radical detoxing as we need warming substantial food to sustain us through the rest of the winter so it's a good idea to stick to plenty of homemade soups and stews with lots of vegetables and ditch all the less nourishing foods - you know what they are - in fact, here's a few scary facts in case you have any doubts...
 
PRINGLES - otherwise known as "cancer in a can"
 
Once again, Dr Mercola provides us with some shocking information about this popular snack - he calls Pringles "cancer in a can" and claims they are one of the most toxic processed foods you can eat:
 
• Stackable crisps often contain so little actual potato that they cannot, technically, be considered “potato chips”

• One of the most hazardous ingredients in potato chips is not intentionally added, but rather is a byproduct of the processing. Acrylamide, a cancer-causing and potentially neurotoxic chemical, is created when carbohydrate-rich foods are cooked at high temperatures, whether baked, fried, roasted or toasted

• According to a 2005 analysis, ALL potato chip products tested exceeded the legal limit of acrylamide by 39 to 910 times, and baked chip products often contain more acrylamide than their fried counterparts

• There are more than 800 different heat-induced compounds, 52 of which are potential carcinogens. Three of the most well-known, aside from acrylamide, include Heterocyclic Amines (HCAs), Polycyclic Aromatic Hydrocarbons (PAHs), and Advanced Glycation End Products (AGEs)
 
 SUGAR
 
Sugar is involved in four aging processes: acidification, inflammation, eliminative slowdown and hormonal imbalance. A diet high in sugar slows the body's ability to regenerate itself therefore speeding the ageing process. On an everyday level a diet high in sugar can can cause aching joints and muscles, cravings, fat around the middle, mood swings, poor energy and concentration, puffy eyes, spots and wrinkles.
 
However, of even greater concern is the continually mounting evidence that sugar is a primary factor causing not just obesity, but also chronic disease. There's really no doubt anymore that sugar is indeed toxic to your body, and many now believe it's only a matter of time before it will be commonly accepted as a causative factor of most cancers, in the same way as we accept that smoking and alcohol abuse are direct causes of lung cancer and cirrhosis of the liver.
 
Sugar:
• Leads to insulin resistance, which is not only an underlying factor of type 2 diabetes and heart disease, but also many cancers. Researchers from the World Health Organization's International Agency for Research on Cancer have reported that those who are obese and/or diabetic are at greater risk of cancer.

• Tricks your body into gaining weight by fooling your metabolism, as it turns off your body's appetite-control system. Fructose does not appropriately stimulate insulin, which in turn does not suppress ghrelin (the "hunger hormone") and doesn't stimulate leptin (the "satiety hormone"), which together result in your eating more and developing insulin resistance.

• Fructose rapidly leads to weight gain and abdominal obesity ("beer belly"), decreased HDL, increased LDL, elevated triglycerides, elevated blood sugar, and high blood pressure—i.e., classic metabolic syndrome.

• Fructose metabolism is very similar to ethanol metabolism, which has a multitude of toxic effects, including NAFLD (non-alcoholic fatty liver disease).

And now for some good news!
 
CHOCOLATE
 
It's true - it seems the right sort of chocolate (dark, organic) can have health benefits including easing emotional stress and anxiety.
There is also growing scientific evidence that antioxidants and other beneficial substances in dark chocolate may reduce risk factors for heart disease and other physical conditions, so it seems moderation consumption, ie. a couple of squares of dark Green and Black (which is low in sugar), can be eaten guilt free!
 
 
 
PRODUCT OF THE MONTH

 DEAD SEA MAGIK BATH SALTS £5.05
 
Benefits:
Particularly beneficial in alleviating dry skin conditions as well as acting as a natural exfoliant. Hydrating & healing. Anti-inflammatory anti-bacterial, anti-fungal, anti-viral and antiseptic. Improves psoriasis and eczema . Relieves aches and pains within the body. Prevents infections. Helps athletes foot and thrush. Reduces stress and tension for both body and mind.

Directions:
Dead Sea Salts should be dissolved in the bath water in the following quantities:
For Psoriasis~ 1kg in warm water (37°C). Soak for 20 minutes, rinse off and relax for ½ hour. Repeat every third day. For children under 10 years of age use ¼ kg (or as advised) per bath.
For Eczema~ ¼ to ½ kg in lukewarm water, soak for 20 minutes, rinse and relax. Repeat every third day. For babies, use 1 heaped tablespoonful in a baby bath with a few drops of Spa Magik Skin Softener; repeat every other day.
For Arthritis~ ½-1kg in a warm bath. Repeat daily.
For sprains, bruises, strains, open wounds~ ¼ to 1 kg in a warm bath.
For Relaxation~ 1 handful in a warm bath.

NB. If you have any concerns about using this product, consult your doctor before use.
 
Order from The Natural Dispensary www.naturaldispensary.co.uk or on 01453 757792 quoting your practitioners name.
 

RECIPE OF THE MONTH
 
 
SPICED SWEET POTATO, AUBERGINE AND CORIANDER STIR FRY WITH POMEGRANATE

The perfect antidote to rich Christmas food, this dish is packed with beta carotene, antioxidants, anti-inflammatory ingredients and is also low in calories if you're trying to shift a few Christmas pounds.
 
INGREDIENTS - serves 4
 
1 red onion, chopped
2 aubergines, cut into cubes
2 tsp black mustard seeds
1 red chilli (deseeded if you don't like it too hot)
2 tsp of cumin seeds
8 curry leaves
1 tsp turmeric
4 sweet potatoes, cubed
juice of half a lemon
pomegranate seeds
coriander leaves
 
In a moderate oven, roast the aubergine and sweet potatoes in olive oil until soft and slightly brown.
Meanwhile fry the onion and then add chilli, mustard seeds, cumin seeds, broken up curry leaves and turmeric powder.
Add in the cooked vegetables and lemon juice.
Sprinkle the pomegranate seeds and coriander over and serve with quinoa.
 
 

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Wishing you all good health and hope to see you soon,

 Vanessa