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Recently we’ve been discussing more simple, all-natural DIY ways to get more real, sustainable energy and fine tune that “well-oiled machine” you call your body …
So you can be in a good mood, reduce stress-related inflammation, and rev up your immune system …
I mean, who doesn’t want to be more productive, feel better mentally and physically, and stay healthy on a fundamental level, right?
To that end, be sure to check out Get the Most Out Of Your Diet if you haven’t already …
Because, again, it all starts with those “tiny power plants” inside your cells – your mitochondria – and keeping your body’s electrical system charged up …
How?
With practices, supplements, and foods that donate those little pieces of electricity we call electrons directly to your cells …
And you can’t do it piecemeal, whenever you feel like it …
You need to cover ALL the bases – as many as possible, at least – consistently…
Which is why I try to do the following every single day …
If nothing else, it’s a great place to start, and you can always add to it …
Lately, for example, we’ve been focusing on the last one – your diet – and how the easiest way to get more fuel for your body to use is to eat more electron-rich foods …
AND how intermittent fasting can help activate your body’s native healing intelligence so your cells can use that fuel more efficiently.
Well, last time, we added a new wrinkle …
By suggesting you pay more attention to what foods you should NOT eat …
Specifically, what we call anti-nutrients – substances found in a variety of foods that interfere with the absorption of vitamins, minerals and other nutrients.
Typically found in grains, beans, legumes and nuts, they are also common in plant roots, vegetables, leaves, and fruits to a lesser degree …
Why? Because it’s their job …
In short, they protect plants by binding to vitamins and minerals, rendering them unabsorbable, most importantly in seeds and grains …
This helps repel pests, bugs, and other predators, so these plants can survive and reproduce.
The problem is there are many different types of anti-nutrients and not all of them are bad for you; however …
As a rule, you should limit your intake of anti-nutrients whenever possible and cook, sprout, or process them …
Just don’t overcook them, like I said before, as this disperses the electrons we’re trying to get more of in the first place …
That said, here’s another basic rule to live by:
Try to avoid anti-nutrients like oxalates.
Oxalates are naturally-occurring molecules found in abundance in plants – and humans – but NOT a required nutrient for people …
In plants, they help get rid of extra calcium by binding with it, but too much in your body can cause health issues like kidney stones.
That’s why, for example, kale should never be eaten raw, only lightly steamed or cooked to inactivate the high oxalate content.
Like oxalates, high lectin content can also be an issue with vegetables and some fruits.
Fermentation removes much of this problem as does simply removing the skins in many cases.
Kelp and seaweed, on the other hand, may be a culinary area you’re not familiar with, but trust me, they are worth adding to your diet …
Kelp is high in bioavailable iodine, but that’s not the only reason to add it to your diet …
Among other things, kelp is high in antioxidants, including carotenoids and flavonoids, that help fight against disease-causing free radicals.
It also contains antioxidant minerals, such as manganese and zinc, that combat oxidative stress, protect cardiovascular health, and prevent cancer.
My advice is to try as many varieties as you can, making sure to throw Irish Sea Moss in there frequently.
Irish Seas Moss is a forgotten part of an old Irish diet and an incredibly potent way to support your thyroid.
I recommend Rising Tide Sea Vegetables, Mendocino Sea Vegetable Company, and Maine Seaweed, which are all good sources to order from.
Like all marine-based foods, it’s also super high in electrons – that indispensable fuel your body needs to produce more real, sustainable energy on its own …
Tune in next time to discover the 3 main sources of anti-nutrients you want in your diet and a few “Old Timey” recipes for preparing them at home …
So you get more of the vitamins, minerals, and proteins your body needs without the harmful substances it doesn’t …
Don’t worry – as always – they’re super inexpensive, 100% all natural, and delicious!
And for more simple, all-natural ways to stay healthy, fend off disease, and have more energy all day, every day, check out my new E-Book:
Supercharged: The Lost Secret Behind Limitless Energy
‘Til Next Time … To Your Better Health,
Theo