'Tis the Season...AHCHOO!

'Tis the Season.....AHCHOO!

12/14/2018

There’s nothing like hearing Donny Hathaway croon the tune of ‘This Christmas’ to get you in the holiday spirit. But when the fire side is blazing bright while you sneeze all of your insides into a tissue, that spirit can start to ‘blow’ away (pun intended, lol!).

My purpose with AC Art Of Food is to consult year-round on how to not only eat deliciously healthy, but to also provide natural prevention tips to boost your immune system and to try and keep you from having to medicate because your body has been taken over by illness. To be clear, my suggestions are just that, suggestions based on my research and study but more important, my experiences and the experiences of others I encounter.

Listed in the middle of the homepage of AC Art Of Food, you can find the section ‘Food Is Medicine’. This is a collection of natural minerals and herbal remedies that get my family and me through the year shielding us from the ‘cooties’...in addition to my daily cup of steamy green tea. And while these remedies are great in aiding in prevention, proper diet, rest, regular exercise, fresh air, washed hands and stress relief, are just as important in living an all around healthy lifestyle.

Food is Medicine

For the purpose of actual application, the following is what I rely on whenever I get ‘that’ feeling, aching, or when I see one of the kid’s noses running, or when I hear my hubby sneezing more than 2 times within a 30 minute span…yeah, I’m on it!

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As with everyday, I kick-off the day with 8 oz. of warm lemon water. Yes fresh squeezed is best, however, for convenience purposes…..the bottle if you must.
- Warm lemon water first thing in the morning alkalizes the body and aids in releasing and flushing mucus in the body. It also helps to relieve gas and indigestion. In addition, consuming at least 1/2 your body weight in ounces of water consumed daily is ideal! Water alone flushes the organs and keeps the body hydrated and viable.
1 Capsule daily of Garden of Life Probiotic.
- A good probiotic daily cleans out the bad bacteria in your gut and promotes and maintains the good bacteria in place empowering your immune system. Click here for more info and to purchase.
1-2 tbsp of Elderberry Tonic by Homemade Healing.
- Accurately deemed 'Nature's Flu Shot', this awesome tasting tonic jump-starts your immune system to help prevent the attack of colds and flu. Click here to learn more and grab your jar.
2 capsules of Oil of Oregano.
- Yep, oregano is not just for good sauce! This herb in liquid capsule form cleanses and fights off those aches and pains before they can settle in. Click here to learn more and purchase.
1 tbsp of Ionic Zinc.
- This amazing mineral when taken moderately, zaps a cold before you can blink your eye! Now, it's not at all as pleasant to take as the Elderberry Tonic taste wise, however, the effect is amazingly impactful and worth it! The key is to take the recommended dose on the bottle immediately once you feel you may be getting sick and chances are that cold will pass right on by! Do not take on an empty stomach. Click here to learn more and purchase.

1 'Jump-Back' Juice Smoothie.
- This juice smoothie is LOADED with immune boosting giants that consist of valuable minerals, vitamins, and the kick you need to get you back right! Blend together the following ingredients(preferably in a Vitamix) until smooth:
  - 2 stalks of celery
  - 1 cup spinach
  - 1 cup pineapple
  - 1 tbsp molasses
  - 1 knob (thumb size) of turmeric root
  - 1 knob (thumb size) of ginger root
  - 1 cup water
  - 1 cup ice

Please keep in mind that when encountering an illness, it is of VITAL importance that you seek professional medical help and speak with your doctor to get an ‘ok’ before taking any medicines, treatments, or tonics. TRUST, allergic reactions are REAL.

what are your go-to remedies that get you through the cold/flu season?

Let me know in the comments below!

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