Whole Foods Friday - Pesto

Time for a good whole foods recipe!  I love this recipe by my sister, Christy, at Whole Foods On a Budget.  We just made this last week with greens from an heirloom watermelon radish and it was delicious!  So hop on over to Whole Foods on a Budget and learn a quick and easy way to whip up some pesto with your greens and herbs this summer.

Sealogica Prices go UP Tomorrow

Dear Readers,  Thanks to all who stop by and read this blog!  I love reading and answering all your comments.

I wanted to give you all one last chance to order your Sealogica before prices go up tomorrow.  I will honor all orders placed until midnight PST.  I have already sold out of my initial stock, but expect more either today or tomorrow, so I can get your order out to you as soon as possible.  You can check out with paypal now - you will see the link just to the right.

Our family is seeing excellent results with this supplement; I hope you give it a try!

Your "Must Have" Homeopathic Kit

I have been looking for a good homeopathic kit to have on hand for emergencies and every day life.

Homeopathics are excellent remedies to have on hand because not only are they quick and easy to use, they are inexpensive and last for years.  Many countries require some sort of expiration date, so you may see a date on your bottle, but that is often just a legal requirement.

Picture credit: www.homeopathyworks.com

I have just bought a kit recommended by my homeopath that you can find HERE.  It is a much better price at this website vs. amazon.

While homeopathics are easy to use and can be used without consulting a homeopath, I recommend finding a good homeopath in your area who can help you to know which homeopathic remedies are best for you to take for your unique situations.

My homeopath is wonderful and often available via email or phone when I have a question about how to use a remedy or will help me chose which remedy I need for a specific situation for no charge.

If you are unable to find a homeopath in your area there are two good books that I recommend:
     *The Family Guide to Homeopathy by Dr. Andrew Lockie which can be found HERE.
     *Homeopathy: An A to Z Home Handbook by Alan V. Schmukler which can be found HERE.

Disclaimer:  I am an affiliate for some of the links that I post.  I appreciate my readers using my links to help pay for the costs of running this blog.  Thank you!

You Can Now Use Paypal On My Website for Sealogica

I wanted to let me readers know that I have now added a Paypal Button for purchasing Sealogica on my website.  You can read more about this wonderful raw, whole food supplement HERE, that will replace a multivitamin and more.  I give this to my entire family (including our pet!).  Being a liquid, it's easy to use and very easily assimilated by the body.


For those who have asked for the ingredients list it is:

*distilled water
*7 types of wild harvested seaweed (a complete description is listed in the link I provided above)
*citric acid

Remember prices go up starting JUNE 1st.  So, if you want to try it at the introductory pricing, buy it today or tomorrow.  I have already sold out of my initial stock, but have more on the way!

Why is Organic Dog Food Important? Sealogica for my Pets?

Did you know that some pets are now being contaminated and cross-contaminating their owners with anti-biotic resistant bacteria due to their conventional food supply?  Here is an interesting article by ABC news regarding this subject.

THIS article is a bit old, so I don't have the latest stats on what is now in conventional pet food, but it would surprise me if this has really changed at all.  Considering how poor the Standard American Diet is, I am not surprised to see how sad the state is with regards to conventional dog food.  THIS article was helpful, and I am considering trying some of their products.

Right now we are using Natural Balance Organic Dog food (and our dog gets plenty of veggies and meat from leftover table food).  I would love to add some raw, organic dog food into the mix - I just need time to research the brands!  Thankfully, our dog has been very healthy.


I have also started to add some Sealogica to his water.  Here is what the maker of Sealogica says about adding it to your pet's diet.

Sealogica is Great for Pets!

Studies show that animals get along better when they have the proper amounts of minerals. In fact, animals can be trained to act in certain ways simply by depriving them of vital minerals in their diet. Conversely, giving them the vitamins and minerals missing in their diet, has shown that animals who once were aggressive and fighting with one another became very friendly and started laying together.

A case in point: These cats lived together for more than 5 years, and hissed at one another, and didn't play together. They never slept together until after trying Sea Vegetables for only two weeks!  Now they play together and rarely if every fight and even eat from the same bowl.

Folk Lore: During the War the French Ministry of War experimented with regard to the value of seaweed as food for horses. A batch of twenty fed on the usual ration of oats and fodder gained eleven kilogrammes less in two months than a similar number fed on the same weight of seaweed. Another trial resulted in the cure of some sick horses fed on seaweed, while others fed on oats remained out of health.

Frequently Asked Questions

  

1. What is Sealogica? Sealogica is a complete whole food, highly concentrated into a convenient easy to use liquid. Sealogica for Pets contains the proper combination of seven sea vegetables that provides every vitamin, mineral, trace mineral and amino acid known to your pet, in a natural form that is easily absorbed and properly utilized.

2. What ingredients make up Sealogica for Pets?Sealogica for Pets is a proprietary blend of seven sea vegetables containing phytovitamins, macro and trace phytominerals, amino acids and enzymes. Containing no toxic residue, these sea vegetables are wild harvested from the coldest and purest seawater from around the world. 100% vegan. Gluten free. pH balanced. No preservatives.

3. What will Sealogica do for my pet/pets? All animals have different chemistries, genetics, make up, and physical conditions, emotional conditions and environmental conditions. Sealogica is an exclusive blend of seven sea vegetables that provides your pet exactly what it needs synergistically just as mother- nature intended, regardless of their breed or conditions. When a group of compounds in a vitamin complex are kept together your pet receives the correct amount and combination of vitamins, minerals and micronutrients in a natural, distinct consumable form that your pets' body recognizes making it one of the best nutritional supplements on the market.

4. Is Sealogica recommended for older pets? As your pets get older their ability to digest foods and assimilate nutrients lessen. We highly recommend Sealogica for senior pets because it provides nutrients in a natural liquid form that your pets' body will recognize. Research has shown the nutrients and benefits of whole foods cannot be replicated. Sea Vegetables are rich in iodine and that plays a vital role in restoring a healthy metabolism rate, treating thyroid disorders, arthritis, joint pain, digestive disorders and much more.

5. How do you compare Sealogica to "Traditional Supplements"? Nutritionist Judith De Cava could not have said it better, "Separating the group of compounds (in a vitamin complex) converts it from a physiological, biochemical, active micronutrient into a disabled, debilitated chemical of little or no value to living cells. The synergy is gone." Your traditional supplements in the market place today only have to be 10% natural to make this claim, most are synthetic! They are made with isolated nutrients causing your pets body not to recognize it, treating it like a foreign substance. Your pets' body then excretes what it does not recognize and can sometimes cause adverse effects.Sealogica is a whole food. Nutrients within whole food are not isolated and work together synergistically enabling the vitamin complex to do its job for optimum nutrition.

6. Does my pet need to take any other multi-vitamin, mineral supplement or traditional supplement? No.Sealogica contains the proper combination of seven sea vegetables that provides every vitamin, mineral, trace mineral and amino acid that your pet needs. If your pet has health challenges larger quantities may be necessary. Remember most traditional supplements are synthetic and make the supplement disabled giving your pet little or no value which can contribute to negative long-term side effects.

7. Is Sealogica SAFE? Absolutely! Sealogica is safe because it is a whole food wild harvested oceanic treasure coming from the least toxic, polluted and chemically compromised environment on earth. Sea Vegetables are unrivaled in nutrients and cannot compare to any land plant.

8. Why sea vegetables? Sea vegetables contain thousands of discovered and undiscovered nutrients that contribute to complex functions that prevent disease and overall wellness. Land vegetables are farmed in soils that researchers have found to be up to 85% depleted robbing food of it's important nutrients. The pristine waters where these selected ingredients come from are free from herbicides, pesticides and heavy metal contamination and are in a constant state of nutrient enrichment.

The information and products provided are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure or prevent any disease.

Suggested Pet Dosage:  
1 ml/day for small - medium animals (1#-30#)
2-3 ml/day for medium & large animals (30#-100#)
mix with water or in food.

Please consult a health professional before undertaking any new health regime for your pets.

(Featured on the Healthy Home Economist)

Spiced Cultured Carrots Using the Pickl-it

It's Cultured Mondays and this week I am happy to feature my first attempt at fermenting using my pickl-it jars.  (I apologize for any blurriness to the pictures as we are having lens issues with my camera.)

I found these jars fairly easy to use and have ordered a few more sizes to try (I have 2 of the 1 1/2 liter size).  I am looking forward to sampling the results in a few days.

My recipe is very easy and quick to make.  This is enough for the two 1 1/2 liter pickl- it jars.

*Approximately 5 pounds of carrots, peeled, washed, and grated
*2% saline solution (4 cups of  filtered water and 19g of pink salt)
*4 cinnamon sticks
*20 cardamon pods
*1/2 cup whey

Press the carrots firmly into your jar.  Pour in your saline solution until it reaches the top of the carrots.  Add your whey, cinnamon sticks, and cardamon pods.  Assemble the jars and airlocks as instructed on the pickl-it website.  Place in a cool, dark place for 3-4 days.  Enjoy!

(Featured on the Healthy Home Economist, Real Food Forager, Cooking Traditional Foods)

Whole Foods Friday - Sealogica

It's Whole Foods Friday!  Today I am going to share about a raw, whole foods supplement that I am now using for our family and selling to those interested.



Yesterday, I did a post you can read here, about Sealogica, which includes the benefits and the types of seaweeds used to make this product.

I always encourage people to get their nutrients from whole food sources and to avoid standard or synthetic multivitamins which the body cannot utilize or has a difficult time using.  It's tough to find good whole food sources for concentrated intake of vitamins, minerals and antioxidants.

I was thrilled when my holistic practitioner started me on Sealogica.  I am now off of almost every supplement that I was taking!  I do still take a greens mix and EFA and cod liver oil a few times a week.  Other than that I have me and my family on Sealogica.

You can place your order using paypal on my website for the single bottle and the three pack.  If you would like a case, please call me at 301-233-2840 so I can make arrangements for the distributor to send the case directly to your home.

PRICES GO UP STARTING JUNE 1ST!

Here is a quick description from the maker:

Sealogica is a raw whole food blend of 7 wild-harvested sea vegetables, harvested from the coldest waters from around the world in their region of origin. The Sealogica synergistic blend of sea vegetables contains every vitamin, mineral, trace mineral, and amino acid in nature’s perfect balance - plus enzymes, antioxidants, avonoids and many other powerful nutrients found in nature, required for ultimate health.

Sealogica

I am very excited to be able to offer a product called Sealogica, which is a whole foods supplement.  I had myself and my family on Selogica and was so pleased with the results that I have decided to spread the word and offer my readers a chance to buy this product.  I only offer products that I currently use on myself or my family (which is just two at this time).  Sealogica is an excellent alternative to taking a multi-vitamin.



Sealogica is a whole food and is a blend of 7 types of seaweed.  It is full of vitamins, mineral, antioxidants and more!  Because it is in liquid form, it is easily absorbed into the body, and it's very easy to take.   It comes in two flavors, plain or berry.


I do recommend starting slow, especially if you run hypothyroid.  Start with 1/4 the dose and slowly work your way up to the recommended dose over the course of a month. Some people may also find that Sealogica provides a mild detox, so if you things like eczema, you may find it flares up a bit when you start the product.


If you are pregnant or nursing, talk to your doctor or midwife before taking Sealogica.


The recommended dose on the bottle is the adult dose.  Talk with your pediatrician before starting this with your children, but because it is a whole food, children are able to take this product, at a much reduced dose.


Prices are going up in just one week - June 1st!  So if you order now, you can get one bottle for $30, a three pack for $75, or a case of 12 for $216.  Prices starting June first will be $40 for a bottle and three pack for $90, and $240 for a case of 12.


The shipping is free for a three pack and the case.  The shipping fee for a single bottle is $5 and is included in the price on my buy now tab.


You can order from my website using paypal for the one bottle or three pack.  Please call me at 301-233-2840 if you would like to order a case so I can make arrangements to have the distributor send it straight to your home.




Here is some information about Sealogica:

Sealogica Info Sheet

Looking for Nature's Most Amazing Whole Food Vitamin Liquid Supplement? If you are, you’ve found it!

Weight Loss -- Detoxification -- pH Balance

Sealogica is an alternative to the dangers associated with taking synthetic vitamins and minerals. It also has a far better absorption rate. Sealogica is one of the best sources of whole food nutrition......

6 THINGS SEALOGICA CAN HELP

1) Sealogica is a great source of iodine and assists in losing weight by affecting your thyroid gland. It more or less kicks in your metabolism. If you are going to lose weight and keep it off, you are going to need a healthy thyroid gland.

2) Sealogica is a great source for magnesium.

3) It also contains chromium and vanadium which may help in correcting blood sugar challenges.

4) Sealogica contains natural iron for people with anemia.

5) It also has anti-inflammatory properties to fight inflammation which helps reverse premature aging, and on top of all of that...

6) Sealogica has antioxidants which help you have a stronger immune system to fight-off free radical damage leading to other serious health challenges.

There is nothing on the market today that compares to Sealogica It comes down to Whole Food Nutrients vs. Isolated Nutrient Supplements. More Potential Health Benefits of Sealogica:

● Weight Loss The special proprietary blend of sea vegetables in Sealogica could be your optimal health

solution for weight loss. If you want the simple, fast, and easy way to stay healthy, and lose weight, you have finally found it. Essential fatty acids (EFA's), plant fiber and the alginates in Sealogica help speed up the weight loss process by affecting your thyroid gland. When you use Sealogica twice a day, ‘weight loss’ is much easier and longer lasting. Anytime you stimulate the thyroid, you’re going to help your health and this is going to help keep the weight off. Besides being a key nutrient in effective, natural, long-lasting weight loss, Iodine that is found in Sealogica helps prevent goiters.

● pH Balance - Detoxifies The macro minerals, amino acids and fiber found in Sealogica work in unison to detoxify heavy metals and pollutants that enter the body through diet and air you breath. This specialized formula helps keep life-sustaining activities going on in the body while maintaining proper pH balance. Sealogica alkalizes the body making it less “acidic” and more “alkaline”. When you alkalize the body, weight loss is much easier. Proper pH balance is mandatory for optimal health and optimal weight loss.

● Immune System - Anti-Aging -The phyto-nutrients in Sealogica help strengthen the immune system and keep your body resistant to illness and infection. A large variety of antioxidants found in Sealogica ‘fight’ dangerous free radicals... providing a strong immune system. The Anti-Aging properties found in Sealogica enhance cell regeneration and rejuvenation which helps ‘slow down’ the aging process.

● Anti-Bacterial, Anti-Viral & Anti-Inflammatory Properties: Sealogica’s powerful anti-bacterial properties help build up resistance to allergies and infections.

It helps prevent colds, flu and other respiratory challenges. It is loaded with vitamins B and C, minerals, trace minerals, amino acids and anti-inflammatory properties.

● Healthy Heart -  Sealogica helps curb the formation of blood clots to help prevent atherosclerosis and or hardening of the arteries. This alone makes this a viable product everyone could use. The special sea vegetables in Sealogica are a good source of magnesium, which is known to reduce high blood pressure, improve circulation and prevent strokes. Sealogica can help effectively lower blood cholesterol levels helping to prevent the onset of chronic diseases. It contains energy- boosting B vitamins, vitamin C and minerals that can help fight stress and fatigue. It can help you stay active and alert.

● Kidneys - Liver Sealogica contains important vitamins, macro minerals, trace minerals, amino acids and enzymes which act like electrolytes that help support optimum kidney function while aiding in the prevention of kidney stones. Sealogica also helps prevent fatty liver development, toxic build-up and other related health challenges.

● Teeth - Gums With 26 times the calcium in milk (milk does not help you maintain healthy teeth or bones),

Sealogica helps strengthen your teeth and bones. Aside from calcium, the sea vegetables in Sealogica are also rich in vitamin C, one of the most essential vitamins, which keeps the gums in the pink of health.

● Healthy Eyes - The sea vegetables used in this proprietary blend are a leading source of natural carotenes like Vitamin A (beta carotene) and bioflavonoids – antioxidants which help clear up the cellular debris that accumulate in the eyes. Bioflavonoids work with prolonging Vitamin C activity in the eyes, and help prevent swelling and inflammation of ocular tissues. Vitamins A and C help keep your eyes healthy and can prevent “dry eye” syndrome.

● Healthy Hair - Skin - Nails Vitamins, macro minerals, trace minerals and amino acids and enzymes in Sealogica help strengthen nails, and the B vitamin Biotin helps to promote healthy-shining hair with good texture.  The amino acid Serine promotes healthy skin while Threonine improves skin tone. Rich in beta-carotene, minerals and amino acids, sea vegetables maintain collagen (a protein that strengthens and rebuilds connective tissues) making skin supple and soft while reducing wrinkles and laugh lines. The antioxidants increase the body's fat-burning ability This helps skin tissue and fat cells absorb minerals. These minerals then break the “chemical bond” that seals the fat cells. Then the fat is released out of the body (through the kidneys and bladder) reducing and eliminating cellulite build-up.

● Memory -  Sealogica has significant amounts of vitamins, macro minerals, trace minerals and amino acids which enhances your brain’s performance specifically Asparagine, which energizes the brain and also boosts the immune system, while Boron improves mental clarity as it assists in unclogging arteries.

● Supports Bone Health and Joint Function - The high magnesium content in Sealogica stimulates production of calcitonin (a hormone), which helps increase calcium uptake in the bones. Sealogica is a ‘terrific source’ of vitamin D, essential for 1) calcium absorption, 2) bone health and 3) muscle function. It can help improve bone density, helping to prevent osteoporosis.

● Prostate Health - Sealogica is also high in trace minerals and antioxidants which help maintain a healthy prostate (gland) - especially in middle-aged men (anyone over 45).

Sealogica is easy to take, and you only have to take it twice a day, to get a ton of health benefits along with feeling better.

These are the kinds of seaweeds used in Sealogica:

Ascophyllum nodosum is a large, common brown sea vegetable from the northern Atlantic Ocean, also known as Norwegian Kelp, Knotted Kelp or Knotted Wrack. Chemical and nutritional analyses indicate that it contains vitamins such as thiamine, folic acid and vitamin C, and amino acids and minerals such as sodium, potassium, calcium, iron and iodine, according to the Journal of Nutrition.

Chondrus crispus, known under the common name Irish Moss or Carrageen Moss, is a species of red sea vegetables which grows abundantly along the Northern Atlantic coastline. It is rich in iodine and sulfur. Known mostly for aiding in diges- tion and intestinal disorders, it possesses antibacterial and antiviral properties. It is also considered an anticoagulant and research has claimed that it may reduce high blood pressure and the risk of arteriosclerosis.

Fucus vesiculosus, known by the common names Bladder Wrack, Red Wrack, Red Fucus and Sea Oak, is found in the Northern Atlantic Ocean. Primary chemical constituents of this plant include mucilage, algin, mannitol, beta-carotene, iodine, bromine, potassium and many other minerals. This species has been shown to help women with abnormal menstrual patterns and/or menstrual-related disease histories.

Fucus evanescens is an Arctic species, originating in the North Atlantic. As with other brown sea vegetables, it is very high in magnesium and high in protein, vitamin A, iodine, bromine and phosphorous. It also contains vitamin C, vitamin K, vitamin E and an extensive list of minerals such as potas- sium, calcium, sodium, sulfur, chloride, silicon, iron, manga- nese, copper, zinc, titanium and trace elements.

Laminaria is a genus of 31 species of large, brown sea vegetables, all sharing the common name of Kelp. Aside from its high vitamin B-12 and mineral content, Kelp has strong anticarcinogenic properties. Also, the sodium alginate in Kelp has been shown to reduce the body's absorption of radiation.

Porphyra may be the most domesticated marine sea vegetable, also known as laver, or nori. Containing more vitamin C than oranges and minerals that include manganese, copper and selenium, it is particularly high in trace elements such as zinc.

Ulva Lactuca, a bright green sea vegetable in the division Chlorophyta, is also known by the common name Sea Lettuce. It is high in protein and a variety of vitamins (A, B1, C) and minerals (potassium, magnesium, calcium) especially iron.

Disclaimer - This information has not been verified by the FDA.  Please consult with your medical caregiver before starting any new supplement.  I am not a licensed medical professional and do not diagnose, treat, or prescribe for any health issue.  The information here should not be construed as medical advice.  If you chose to use any of the herbs, natural remedies, or supplements, you are taking responsibility for your own health and wellness. 

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Book Review: Naturally Healthy Babies and Children

I'm slowing finding a number of books related to treating children with natural remedies.  One of my new favorites is a book called Naturally Healthy Babies and Children by Aviva Jill Romm, MD.

I really like this book because it provides a balanced attitude towards caring for children naturally, but also helps parents to know when it is necessary to obtain medical help.  I think this is because Ms. Romm was a midwife and herbalist for many years before becoming an MD.  I like the approach of "integrated medicine" this book takes.

The book is divided into three parts; Herbalism and Natural Healing, the Newborn and Baby Care, and Natural Healing for Children.

The section on Herbalism and Natural Healing focuses on many helpful things, some of them being, how to build a home herbal medicine chest, understanding herbs, learning how to evaluate your child's health and when to seek medical attention.  I found this section to be very well rounded.

The Newborn and Baby Care includes a section on pregnancy and herbs, labor and delivery, as well as bonding with and care for the newborn.  So much helpful information in this section.  I highly recommend this for people who want to be parents and parent's to be.

Natural Healing for Children covers a host of common childhood illnesses along with the appropriate herbal, natural, and homeopathic remedies as well as information regarding when to seek medical care.

This is an excellent resource for parents and I know will be a "go to" book for our home.


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Salted Cultured Lemons and Salads

We have had friends in town for the past few days, so I am a bit behind on my posting, but I would like to post a quick easy way to use my salted, cultured lemons...



I made a nice green salad today and diced a few of these up and put them on my salad with a honey mustard dressing.  It was delicious!  The lemons were light and refreshing and added a nice zing to the salad.

Whole Foods Friday - Making Whole Foods Fun for Kids Part 2

Following up on last weeks post, I wanted to share this second post my sister did over at Whole Foods on a Budget, about making whole foods fun and interesting for kids.  So, hop on over HERE and read her post about kids and novelty!

(Featured on the Nourishing Gourmet)

Recipe for Organic Cacao Body Butter

I am linking another fabulous recipe from my aromatherapy instructor Jade Shutes, who teaches at the East West School for Herbal and Aromatic Studies, where I am getting my aromatherapy degree.  By the way, they are launching a wonderful skin care class with early bird sign up right now!  Click HERE for more info!

Hop over to Jade's Blog, HERE, to read her extravagant recipe for organic cacao body butter!