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If you want to fast-track your personal power, take care of your body first. Use Erleen’s insights, experience, and advice to enjoy great health – the REAL foundation for success!
Are You Just Treating the Symptoms?
I am constantly bombarded with phone calls and emails asking questions such as:
What would you recommend for IBS, other than the drugs?
- I can’t sleep – what should I take?
- I have little energy – what’s the best thing I should take?
- What should I take to eliminate menstrual pain?
- What can I take for allergies naturally?
- My cholesterol is high – what can I take that is natural?
The truth of the matter is that all symptoms stem from one very important factor: The foods we consume are lacking something! And if we want to correct our health problems, then we must first begin with what we are eating, instead of just looking to treat the symptom.
Example: IBS (Irritable Bowel Syndrome) is caused from the lack of fiber and water-rich foods, and because of this the intestines become compacted with matter that causes irritation. The best remedy would be whole grains and lots of raw fruits & vegetables to keep the intestines clean.
Example 2: Pollen and most food allergies are created when the body’s defense system finally gives up fighting so hard to rid the body of the pollutants we feed it. If instead, we would cleanse the body of its pollutants, then nourish with wholesome foods that are vitamin & mineral rich, we can eliminate most pollen and food allergies.
Most of us have not yet comprehended the fact that the REAL reason we eat is to furnish the body with the nutrients its needs to function properly – these are called the Daily Basic Seven:
- Fats
- Proteins
- Carbohydrates
- Vitamins
- Minerals
- Fiber
- Water
Most diets include scads of the first three, most of which are in unhealthy forms. But we greatly lack the last four – thus, our body cries out in DISORDER! So if we begin by eliminating processed and refined foods, and replace them with:
- Lots of raw fruits & vegetables – high in vitamins, minerals & fiber
- Whole grains & whole grain breads – high in fiber and good carbs
- Whole legumes (beans, peas) – high in vitamins, minerals, protein & fiber
- Raw nuts – high in healthy fats, protein, vitamins, minerals & fiber
- …then voila! We end up clearing up the IBS, sleeping disorders, lack of energy, menstrual problems, most allergies, high cholesterol, and so much more!
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