Supplement of the week- Green Tea

Why Green Tea?

Well firstly because I'm a TEA-HOLIC! On a hot summers day I'll order a tea.... I know my friends think I'm crazy too! But in actual fact a nice hot cup of tea can cool you down as it increases your core temperature and your body automatically goes into "cool down" mode.
I like to drink normal tea with 2 slices of lemon after a meal....I just can't not have a cup of tea after I've eaten I feel like it helps me settle my meal and digest my food, plus its been a family ritual since I can remember. Right back to green Tea! LOL

So Green Tea is great for you because it has a powerful antioxidant known as EGCG (epigalloctechin gallate) , it lowers cholesterol levels, increases your metabolism ( meaning you burn more calories- YES PLEASE) and it inhibits the formation of abnormal blood clots which is one of the reasons so many people have heart attacks.
Green Tea has been used as a medicine in China for over 4000 years!

Green Tea, Oolong and other black teas all come from Camellia sinensis plant leaves. The difference between Green Tea and other normal black teas is that for Green Tea the leaves are steamed which prevents the EGCC from being oxidised!

In a nutshell Green Tea has many benefits:

• Lowers Cholesterol
• has antioxidants
• Increases metabolism & Fat burning body fat
• Helps prevent Blood Clots
• Lowers risk of cancer
• Has less caffeine then coffee

BONUS: If you don't want to drink hot tea the beauty is that you can drink Green Tea chilled, it makes for a very refreshing iced tea ;-)
Try Woolies organic Tea.

 References: Greet Tea: The Natural Secret for a healthier Life

Enjoy at leats 2-3 cups of Green Tea daily to boost your energy levels, metabolism and increase those body healing properties.

Cheers to that!

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K

Supplement of the week- Lecithin

Supplement of the week: Lecithin

Why Lecithin?

Lecithin consists mostly of  the B Vitamin Choline, and contains Linoleic acid and inositol. Lecithin enables Fats such as cholesterol and other lipids to be dispersed in water and removed from the body. The vital organs and arteries are therefore protected from fatty buildup. Taking a 1200mg capsule of Lecithin before each meal helps in digestion of fats and the absorption of fat soluble vitamins!


In other words..... Lecithin flushes out all the bad fats from the body! Reduces fat storage and buildup around the arteries and organs and if you take it before meals it helps with the absorption of fats in your meal! LOOOOVE IT!!! 
Now this doesn't mean go eat a double cheese burger!! 
Eat healthy, low in fat meals, combined with Lecithin and some training and you have a recipe for success!

Sources of Lecithin: grains, legumes,fish and wheat germ.

Reference: Phyllis A.Balch (2006). Prescription for Nutritional Healing Fourth edition. New York. Penguin Group USA

Go get some at your nearest pharmacy.




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K

Supplement of the week - CAYENNE

I had some great feedback form the previous Supplements of the week! Thank you for the positive feedback and I am so happy you enjoyed the post and that I could help ;-)))

Here's another secret weapon supplement that I take and would like to share with you. CAYENNE.. It's CAYENNE PEPPER to be exact!

CAYENNE, or Cayenne Pepper is a stimulating herb which is well known for assisting healthy digestion and increasing blood circulation circulation.
This antioxidant filled pepper is often used as a catalyst to increase the effectiveness of other herbs or minerals.

I take CAYENNE in combination with CHROMIUM .
The Cayenne assists in the absorption of the Chromium and the effectiveness of it!
Remember Chromium helps the body to process carbohydrates and fats, it promotes weight loss, lowers blood lipid (fat) levels, and improves body composition. THAT'S WHY WE LOVE IT!!!


So go get yourself some CAYENNE along with the CHROMIUM and reap the benefits of this magical combination.


Remember that you need to try stick to a healthy eating plan and at least some moderate activity in order to see the best weight loss and health benefits. That's the best COMBO! There's no use in spending money on supplements and washing it down with a burger and soda or other sugar packed fizzy drinks.....it's just a waste of your hard earned money and your health.
Happy Supplementing :-)




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K

Supplement of the week- CHROMIUM

I'm going to share a secret supplement with you ;-) My mom who is very clued up on Vitamins and supplements is a big fan of Chromium and now so am I.

Chromium,which is a mineral supplement, is involved in the metabolism of glucose and is therefore needed for energy. It is VITAL in the synthesis of cholesterol,fats and protein. 

In other words Chromium helps the body process carbohydrates and fats, it promotes weight loss, lowers blood lipid (fat) levels, and improves body composition. LOVE IT!!!

Studies have shown that Chromium helps you feel "full" due to the glucose stabilising effect it has. It reduces cravings for sugars and fatty foods. 

When you get hungry,your blood sugar starts to drop and that's when you start to crave those high in sugar and fatty foods. But if your blood sugar levels are stable then you won't crave the fatty sugary foods. In other words Chromium helps keep those cravings at bay by stabilising your glucose.

That's why Chromium is also a good supplement for people who suffer from diabetes.

Sources of Chromium: Beef, brown rice,cheese, turkey, fish and whole grain.

I buy Chromium from the Dischem range.

If you are diabetic please consult your doctor first as to the correct dosage of Chromium for you.


References: Healthassist.com
Phyllis A.Balch (2006). Prescription for Nutritional Healing Fourth Edition. New York. Penguin Group USA