Vitamin D is a super important vitamin that we can only get three ways: the sun, supplements our or food. While supplements are great we should always try natural means to obtain our daily vitamins.… More
6 Budget & Taste Friendly ACV Drink Recipes
Apple Cider Vinegar has so many benefits but let’s face it taking a shot of it everyday can be a challenge. And it can get pretty pricey at the store to buy those drinks that actually taste good. So instead here are 6 recipes that you can make at home that are budget and health and most importantly taste friendly.
Cucumber Lime
Ingredients:
- 1 shot of ACV
- 1/3 of a cucumber
- slice of lime
- water
Directions:
In a small glass pour a shot of acv. Then slice up a lime and squeeze the juice of one slice into glass. Cut cucumber it’s slices and add as much as you would like. fill the rest of the glass with water. Let sit for 3-12 hours. Enjoy! Make large batches to enjoy everyday and on the go.
Lemon Lime
Ingredients:
- 1 shot of ACV
- Slice of Lime
- Slice of lemon
- Water
Directions:
In a small glass pour a shot of acv. Then slice up a lime and lemon squeeze the juice of one slice of each into glass. Fill the rest of the glass with water. Let sit for 3-12 hours. Enjoy! Make large batches to enjoy everyday and on the go.
Honey Lemon
Ingredients:
- 1 shot of ACV
- 1 tsp of honey
- slice of lemon
- Water
Directions:
In a small glass pour a shot of acv. Then slice up a lemon and squeeze the juice of one slice into glass. Drizzle 1 teaspoon of honey into glass and fill the rest of the glass with water. Let sit for 3-12 hours. Enjoy! Make large batches to enjoy everyday and on the go.
Ginger/ Turmeric
Ingredients:
- 1 shot of ACV
- 1/3 sliced up Turmeric
- 1/3 sliced up Ginger
- Water
Directions:
In a small glass pour a shot of acv. Then slice up 1/3 of ginger and turmeric and add as much as you would like. Fill the rest of the glass with water. Let sit for 3-12 hours. Enjoy! Make large batches to enjoy everyday and on the go.
Green Tea Lemon
Ingredients:
- 1 shot of ACV
- 1 green tea bag
- Slice of lemon
- Water
Directions:
In a small glass pour a shot of acv. Then boil water and add tea bag to steep for 10min. Add tea to glass with acv. Cut a slice of lemon and squeeze juice into cup. fill the rest of the glass with water. Let sit for 3-12 hours. Enjoy! Make large batches to enjoy everyday and on the go.
Honey Lemon Ginger
Ingredients:
- 1 shot of ACV
- 1 tsp of honey
- Slice of lemon
- 1/3 of ginger
- Water
Directions:
In a small glass pour a shot of acv. Then slice up a lemon and squeeze the juice of one slice into glass. Cut ginger and add as much as you would like. Add 1 teaspoon of honey and fill the rest of the glass with water. Let sit for 3-12 hours. Enjoy! Make large batches to enjoy everyday and on the go.
Enjoy all of these recipes to get your daily intake of acv in a healthy and delicious way! Let me know in the comments if you try any of the recipes and how they help you!
7 Supplements to Live a Healthier Life
Life is already hard enough without having to worry about getting all the right nutrients throughout the day. That’s why I started to take supplements for the things I was missing most in my body. Here is a list of 7 supplements that have changed my life and helped me to lead a more healthy lifestyle.
the craze of collagen is a viral one. But this health craze may just be worth the talk. Known to help with joints, cellulite, aging skin, and even building muscle and burning fat! This is definitely something you need to add to your supplements today!
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2. Vitamin C
Vitamin C is a power house of good. not to mention it’s an important ingredient for your body fully absorbing those amazing collagen peptides we recently spoke about. It can also help fight heart disease and blood pressure. It’s loaded with antioxidants to help keep your immune system strong and my favorite use is it helps protect your thinking as you age.
Find the Vitamin C supplement I personally use by clicking this link.
3. Turmeric
Turmeric is one of my favorite roots to eat but finding out how much benefits it has I had to also start taking supplements with it to be sure I was getting the full dosage required to get all its medicinal benefits. There are natural anti-inflammatory properties that help a lot with joint pain. Improved brain function and it helps lowers the risk of heart disease, all while being able to help prevent cancer! Wow what a root!
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4. Probiotics
Probiotics are all about that good gut health right? Yes, but did you know that can help with so much more! While they absolutely help balance the friendly bacteria in your stomach which can help with things like diarrhea and constipation they can do so much more, Some probiotics can help with some mental health conditions. Certain strains can help with heart health and can even reduce the severity of some allergies and eczema. and they can even help you lose weight and belly fat. So why haven’t you started taking them already!
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5. Protein
Think you don’t need much protein in your diet? Think again! Hair and nails are mostly made of protein. Your body uses protein to build and repair tissues. You also use protein to make enzymes, hormones, and other body chemicals. Protein is an important building block of bones, muscles, cartilage, skin, and blood. Better get that in your diets like yesterday.
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6. Calcium
Your body needs calcium to build and maintain strong bones. Your heart, muscles and nerves also need calcium to function properly. Some studies suggest that calcium, along with vitamin D, may have benefits beyond bone health: perhaps protecting against cancer, diabetes and high blood pressure.
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Don’t worry these aren’t the psychedelic type of mushrooms, but they do have amazing effects on your brain function. Starting with helping against dementia, depression and anxiety! They can help protect against ulcers in the digestive track and even help speed up recovery from nervous system injuries. As if you needed any more reasons to take these amazing mushrooms here is one more they can even help with cancer!
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So there you have it, 7 amazing supplements to incorporate into your daily routine. All of these can help you live a more productive life and in the right dosage will provide the necessary parts to have a healthy and properly running body. If you have or do try any of these supplements let me know in the comments below what your experiences have been!
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5 Ways to Calm a Restless Mind Before Sleep
1. Schedule Time to Address Worries
block off a 15-30 min window during your day to address worries and concerns. Try to find solutions for them or ways to delegate so they no longer are your main concern.
2. Journal
Transfering your thoughts and ideas from your brain to paper can allow you brain to let go of the thoughts and relax.
3. Role Play
Walk yourself through the imaginary scene thinking of all the worst case situations that can arise. Now do the same thing thinking of all the best case scenarios.
4. Meditate
Concentrate on your breath and body. Find all the areas that are tense and breath into those areas allowing them to relax.
5. Read
Give your mind something to focus on that has nothing to do with your current situation. You can also listen to an audio book or podcast.
Do you have problems sleeping? What do you do to help you sleep? Let us know in the comments
