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In the last posted article we discussed a step number one to your healthy digestive system. Today, we are moving into Step number two:
Step # 2: DO NOT decrease the alkaline properties of vegetables by cooking them. With that, Increase the intake of mineral-rich foods.
While I do not completely disregard the cooking of the vegetables due to the fact that it helps to soften the food, which makes it easier to digest, I stay behind the fact that the raw veggies fall into the class of alkaline food. And I believe the “alkaline diet “ (see article Body pH) leads to a healthier digestive system. Increasing the intake of alkaline foods has helped me, so I hope you see the same good results.
Also: Mineralization is one of the most important nutritional elements to naturally achieved healthy, glowing skin, strong nails, shiny hair and bright eyes. I have already talked about the mineral deficiency of our foods (mainly due to modern agricultural practices. ) You can see the article on this subject published on June 11 here. Thus, without repeating myself, I will list a few minerals and the foods that are rich in such:
Silicon
… mineral with remarkable beautifying properties. Silicon is highly concentrated in hair, nails, and is present in skin, teeth. It is important element for connective tissue (helps to maintain the elastic quality of the skin), muscles, cartilage and lungs.
Silicon has ability to transform into calcium. Thus, a silicon-rich diet leads to an increase in bone mineral density and beautiful teeth.
ORGANIC FOODS rich in silicon: cucumbers (with skin), bell pepper (with skin), tomatoes (with skin), radish, romaine lettuce, and nopal cactus.
Sulphur
….is known as “The Beauty Mineral”. That is because it is an essential component in the formation of collagen.
As I discussed in my earlier articles, I chose to take MSM supplement (Methyl Sulphonyl-Methane), a nutritional form of sulphur. I have been taking it in the liquid form. I mix it with the Pomegranate concentrate juice and take the recommended dose each morning. If you chose to take the supplement, consult with your doctor first and afterwards you can buy MSM (sulfur) in your local Health Food Stores or on line: VitaCost.com 32 oz for $35.24
ORGANIC Foods high in sulphur include: arugula, broccoli, kale, mustard leaves, pumpkin seeds, spirulina, brussels sprouts, onions and radishes.
Zinc
….. is absolutely necessary for healthy skin. It promotes cell division, repair and growth.
ORGANIC RAW (!!!) Foods containing zinc: pumpkin seeds, pecans, cashews, sunflower seeds, sesame seeds, coconuts and pine nuts.
Iron and manganese
Those two together have many similar qualities. They help to oxygenate the skin, blood, nerves and brain cells.
ORGANIC RAW Foods rich in these two minerals: onions, parsley, spinach, most dark green leafy vegetables, seaweed, hemp seeds, almonds.
I support raw consumption of the listed foods since the cooking disrupts this mineral organization.
Potassium:
…… is a mineral responsible for the proper functioning of all cells and tissues in your body. It helps to maintain fluid balance and regulates the heart rate.
Vegetables rich in potassium: Sweet Potatoes, Asparagus , Spinach , Cabbage, Sprouts, Avocado (also rich in vitamins A, B, C, K):
For the active people, I personally would recommend 1 avocado a day. (20 % of daily recommended potassium. ) The mono-unsaturated fats found in it are burned for energy and actually encourage body fat burning.
So, after giving you all that, now you know why I am suggesting you make Raw Veggie– Lettuce Wraps for dinner tonight!
We will incorporate the step number one (from the last article ) and the step number two together and create a delicious meal!
Veggie Lettuce Wraps:
Ingredients:
2 med tomatoes
2 avocados
1 /2 large sweet onion
2 tbsp crushed raw pumpkin seeds
1 cup of chopped parsley
Hand full of sprouts (your choice)
2 tbsp of lemon juice
1 tbsp of raisins
Sea salt and pepper to taste
2 heads of long romaine lettuce
Directions: Chop all vegetables by the romaine lettuce and mix it in a bowl. Prepare lettuce leaves by separating them into singles. Wrap a hipping tbsp of veggie mix into the lettuce leaves. “Secure” the lettuce leaf by a tooth pick . Top the wraps with the Red Pepper and Cilantro Dressing discussed in earlier article, which you can see here.
My turned out like this: (please let me know how you enjoyed yours)
Please eat them with your hands!!! Forget the silverware!
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