Activating nuts and seeds prior to consumption has recently become the focal point in both the health and wellness circles as well as featuring in culinary and foodie conversations. Pete Evans mentioning that he activates his nuts and seeds seems to have sparked the interest but the topic is actually quite pertinent, there's a great deal of valuable knowledge to uncover here. If you don't know what it means to "activate" your nuts and seeds, you're not alone. So let's explain what it means and why it can be a super tasty way to maximise the nutrition you're getting from these valuable nutrient-dense foods.

How the skin looks can indicate what is going on inside your body.

The lifestyle is important but there are some foods and herbs that may be helpful also.

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In the podcast I briefly touch on the common gut issues people are experiencing. remember, it is not that having 'bad"bacteria is an issue. it becomes a problem when they are overgrown (and in the wrong place!) and overrepresented in relation to some of the other beneficial bacteria.

Before getting into the world of microbiome let me remind you about the retreat in japan that is happening in April. A week of connection and cultural experience with my favourite yogi Ryan mannix and nourishing food provided by me. We would love to have you take a trip with us. it is going to be an amazing experience.

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The main thing I wanted to clear is the connection with mushrooms. I have heard some people avoiding mushrooms all together, thinking that it can create fungal and candida issues.

Medicinal mushrooms are an entirely different classification of fungi compared to culinary mushrooms like buttom mushrooms. These culinary mushrooms can contain mould and increase dampness in the body.

Various superherbs and medicinal mushrooms can actually be helpful when addressing gut issues. Medicinal mushroom has been used for centuries in traditional Chinese medicine and its ability to bring balance to the body has been supported in so many studies.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/29199568/

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4924437/

Because gut issues are often linked to your nervous system and there is a study showing that stress is linked to SIBO, all the adaptogens can help lower stress by supporting adrenals.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC5347643/

Another interesting study I found indicates that the active ingredients in some medicinal mushrooms can change bacteria in your stomach for the better by altering gut bacteria.

https://www.nature.com/articles/ncomms8489

The latest study that just came out in 2019 supports the importance of fibre in the diet.

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/m/pubmed/31043597/

To support the healing of your digestive system there are some herbs that have been utilised instead of antibiotic. It is easier to prevent infections in the first place than to treat it.

probiotics help repopulate the gut with helpful microbes. Supplements can be effective and useful when treating a specific conditions, however homemade, naturally fermented foods like sauerkraut, miso, kefir can help increase microdiversity.

prebiotics are foods for the beneficial bacteria. these include vegetables, as well as grains and legumes if well tolerated.

Antiviral, anti microbials botanicals such as skullcap, goldenseal,cat's claw, olive leaf extract, garlic, oregano oil may be used under an herbalist. Pau'd arcois one of my favourite herbs in this area.

Immunity Supporting herbs include all the medicinal mushrooms like reishi, chaga, lions maneare all amazing, as...

It took me a while for me to get into these berries just because when extracted into powder it has an unique flavour that goes only with specific drinks. But I have started using whole berries to make tea which I drink pretty much everyday at the moment.

Schisandra berries in Chinese which means five flavoured berry because of it has all the five flavours, sweet, sour salty, bitter and pungent. The flavours are said to be associated with different organs in the body and having all the flavours in this one berry it can positively affect the whole body system.

Schisandra is the berry of a climbing vine native to China and Russia. it is harvested in summer. We sell whole berriesthat have been dried, or extracted powderwhich you can just add to smoothies or juices.

Traditionally used for longevity, anti-aging properties, increasing energy and as a sexual tonic. It is considered an adaptogen and one of the most highy protevtive of all medicinal plants.

Studies I mentioned

liver health

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/25882501

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22610748

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/31118972

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/31004881

skin health

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/30272282

weight management

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/26048342

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In this episode I go over essential equipments in a raw food kitchen.

If you have a standard kitchen you are usually stocked with basic tools. In fact if you have a knife and chopping board it is a great start. But having more equipments can make the prep time more efficient and helps you explore more creative recipes.

I am running a fundamental raw food class on 17th and 18th August. We will be going through equipments, staple ingredients, basic and intermediate level of raw food. I am especially excited about this class as it is my first hands on class, where you get to make the recipes together, not just watching the demos.

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Refined sugar can have very harsh long term affects if consumed in large amounts, with weight gain being not the only issue, swapping sugar in recipes for more natural ingredients could help you and your family in so many ways. I understand how important our health is, which is why I decided to do a podcast about it.

We live in the times that refined sugars are everywhere and its temptations. We also live in the times that alternatives to refund sugar can be sourced much easier. There are many natural sugars such as coconut sugar, maple sugar, rice syrup etc that still have some minerals and enzymes which can easily replace refined sugar.

In this podcast though, I am focusing on the sweeteners that are low-no GI, low-no calorie. They are often classified as Keto-friendly, and safe for diabetic conditions and candida.

Monk Fruit (Luo Han Guo)

Stevia

Lakanto

are three of my favourites when I am making my desserts and drinks sugar free

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Astragalusis my go to herb for the immnity system. the roots of this plants have been used to boost immunity, tonify the spleen and digestion and also as an adaptogen, if you are not familier with the term adaptogen, we convered this in the last episode.

For me it gives a really quick almost instant energy boost because of this rising energy. And for that reason I dont take it too close to the bed time. I really notice it when I take it.

It is in my regular mix with reishi, and other mushrooms and maybe he shou wu. Because of its sweet flavour it actullay helps the tea tastes so much better. I love the ritual in the morning.

We have 7 alchemy blendsand astragalus is in the immunity mix. Also in flying highmix becuase of its this upright chi/ energy effect that gives you. You will also find it in Digestive supportbecause it is known to strenthens metabolism and digestion, stimulating spleen qi.

In this episode we cover

•the characteristic of this herb

•Main components in Astragalus https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pubmed/22981502

•Cycloastragenol in Astragalus and how it can affect telomeres https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3972662/

•meditation and effects on telomeres / telomerase activity https://www.sciencedirect.com/science/article/pii/S030645301000243X

•https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4859856/

•how to take our astragalus extract powderGet your Astragalus here

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So what are adaptogens....

Basically adaptogens refers to non specific herbs that can enhance human body.

According to the primary definition that was set in 1940. They need to meet three criteria.

1.

adaptogens must be non specific and must assist the human body in resisting a wide range of conditions, including physical, chemical or biological stress

2.

adaptogens must maintain homeostasis in humans. that means these herbs can offset or resist physical disorders caused by external stress.

3

adaptogens must not harm the normal functions of the body

In 1969 newly defined criteria was introduced. according to this definition

adaptogens

1 must reduce the harm caused by stressed states, such as fatigue, infection and depression

2. must have positive excitatory effects on the human body

3 must not cause side effect such as insommia, low protein synthesis or excessive energy consumption

4. must not harm the human body

We now have three catagories of adaptogens, including primary, secondary adaptogens and adaptogen companions .

In this episode we talk further about

what these three catagories of adaptogens are

the true adaptogenic herbs

eleuthero

rhodiola

panax ginseng

schisandra

gynostemma

reishi

similarity between adaptogens and tonic herbs

similarity between adaptogens and ginseng found all over the world

https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3991026/

Effects of Adaptogens on the Central Nervous System and the Molecular Mechanisms Associated with Their Stress-Protective Activity...

Autumn, the season of Metal, is a great time to slow down, sleep longer and reflect. The focused organs for this season are Lungs and large intestines.

As the weather cools down and air dries, the lungs are sensitive and impacted in this season. It is important to look after your immunity and Wei Qi.

In this episode I talk about how to strengthen your Wei Chi, foods to consume and my favourite herbs for this season of metal.

Herbs that i have mentioned

Astragalus

Cordyceps

Reishi

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In this episode I will go over two algae that might be even more potent than spirulina and chlorella.

Marine phytoplankton and AFA.

Micro-algae like spirulina and chlorella are widely known and we went over their health benefits in the last episode.

You can say marine phytoplankton and AFA products even have stronger taste but I beelive they are an amazing addition to your diet.

Marine Phytoplankton

Immunity https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3131561/

Emotional benefit http://www.umaclife.com/pdfs/Alpha-3-phytoplankton.pdf

Why you need to look out for annochloropsis gadditana strain and why https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC4972283/

CHLOROPHYLL CONTENT (per 10 grams)*

AFA Algae 300 mg

Spirulina 115 mg

Chlorella 280 mg

Barley Grass 149 mg

Wheat Grass 55mg

You can purchase Marine phytoplankton hereand AFA capsule , AFA powder, fresh frozenBrain on fresh frozen , brain on capsules and Blue Majik

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