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Jan 29, 2014

Dangers of High Fructose Corn Syrup

Are there trace amounts of Mercury found in High Fructose Corn Syrup? "Chemical contaminants used during manufacturing end up in HFCS and in our food. What we know, for example, is that chloralkali is used in making high fructose corn syrup. Chloralkai contains mercury." ouch.

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Dangers of High Fructose Corn Syrup

Are there trace amounts of Mercury found in High Fructose Corn Syrup? "Chemical contaminants used during manufacturing end up in HFCS and in our food. What we know, for example, is that chloralkali is used in making high fructose corn syrup. Chloralkai contains mercury." ouch.

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Jan 25, 2014

Butternut Squash and Spinach Lasagna Rolls | Skinnytaste






Lasagna rolls stuffed with spinach and cheese, then topped with a creamy
butternut parmesan sauce and baked in the oven with even more cheese –
trust me, you want these in your life!



Last year I fell in love with creamy butternut squash as a pasta sauce and have had this on my mind ever since. Now that the Fall is here it was the perfect time to play around with this idea.





They turned out as good as I could have imagined, even my teen daughter
who is pretty picky loved these! And, they are meatless so they're
perfect for meatless mondays. Use gluten free noodles to make them
gluten free or whole wheat for added whole grain. Enjoy!





Butternut Squash and Spinach Lasagna Rolls

Skinnytaste.com

Servings: 9 • Size: 1 lasagna roll • Old Points: 4 pts • Points+: 6 pts

Calories: 227 • Fat: 5 g • Carb: 29 g • Fiber: 3 g • Protein: 16 g • Sugar: 3 g

Sodium: 265 mg (without the salt) • Cholesterol: 30 g



Ingredients:



For the Butternut Parmesan Sauce:



  • 1 lb butternut squash, peeled and diced
  • 1 teaspoon olive oil
  • 1/4 cup shallots, minced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp fresh grated parmesan cheese
  • kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste


For the Lasagna:



  • 9  lasagna noodles, cooked (use gluten free noodles for gluten free)
  • 10 oz package frozen chopped spinach, heated and squeezed well
  • 15 oz fat free ricotta cheese (I like Polly-o)
  • 1/2 cup fresh grated Parmesan cheese
  • 1 large egg
  • salt and fresh pepper
  • 9 tbsp (about 3 oz) part skim shredded Italian Blend Cheese (I used Sargento)
  • 1 tablespoon parsley, minced


Directions:



Bring a large pot of salted water to a boil. Add butternut squash and
cook until soft. Remove squash with a slotted spoon, reserve about 1 cup
of the water and set aside, then blend until smooth with an immersion
blender, adding 1/4 cup  of the reserved liquid to thin out.

 





Meanwhile, in a large deep non-stick skillet, add the oil, sauté the
shallots and garlic over medium-low heat until soft and golden, about 4
to 5 minutes. Add pureed butternut squash, season with with salt and
fresh cracked pepper and add a little more of the reserved water to thin
out to your liking. Stir in 2 1/2 tablespoons of the parmesan cheese
and set aside.



Preheat oven to 350°F. Ladle about 1/2 cup butternut sauce sauce on the bottom of a 9 x 12 baking dish.



Combine spinach, ricotta, Parmesan, egg, salt and pepper in a medium bowl.





Place a piece of wax paper on the counter and lay out lasagna noodles.
Make sure noodles are dry. Take 1/3 cup of ricotta mixture and spread
evenly over noodle. Roll carefully and place seam side down onto the
baking dish. Repeat with remaining noodles.



Ladle about 1 cup of sauce over the noodles in the baking dish and top
each one with 1 tbsp Italian cheese blend. Put foil over baking dish and
bake for 40 minutes, or until cheese melts and everything is hot and
bubbly. Top with parsley and serve. Makes 9 rolls.



To serve, ladle a little extra sauce on the plate and top with lasagna roll.

Butternut Squash and Spinach Lasagna Rolls | Skinnytaste



Jan 20, 2014

Foods to Improve Blood Circulation



"Proper circulation is essential for adequate oxygen delivery to the cells, and for removal of carbon dioxide and various waste products from the body.
Circulation problems can involve such symptoms as:
- tingling and numbness (also known as Neuropathy)
- fatigue
- brain fog
– poor memory
- cold hands and feet
- leg pain when walking
- shortness of breath
- lack of energy
- irregular heart beat
- hemorroids
- dizziness when standing or rising quickly
- swollen ankles and legs
- poor and/or slow healing of wounds and bruises."

From EMA'S HERBS

Foods to Improve Blood Circulation



"Proper circulation is essential for adequate oxygen delivery to the cells, and for removal of carbon dioxide and various waste products from the body.
Circulation problems can involve such symptoms as:
- tingling and numbness (also known as Neuropathy)
- fatigue
- brain fog
– poor memory
- cold hands and feet
- leg pain when walking
- shortness of breath
- lack of energy
- irregular heart beat
- hemorroids
- dizziness when standing or rising quickly
- swollen ankles and legs
- poor and/or slow healing of wounds and bruises."

From EMA'S HERBS

Jan 19, 2014

Grilled Cheese Rolls Recipe


Grilled Cheese Rolls

for 6 roll-ups:
  • 6 slices very soft, fresh white bread (crusts removed)
  • 6 slices American cheese (such as Kraft singles)
  • butter for “toasting”
  • homemade marinara/spaghetti sauce (or your favorite store bought brand)
Using a sharp knife, carefully remove the crusts from the bread slices. Flatten each slice of bread with a rolling pin until very flat. Place a slice of American cheese on each of the flattened bread slices and roll each of these up into a tight roll. Moosh the edge of the bread to the roll to seal (you can use a couple drops of water to do this if needed.)

Grilled Cheese Rolls Recipe


Grilled Cheese Rolls

for 6 roll-ups:
  • 6 slices very soft, fresh white bread (crusts removed)
  • 6 slices American cheese (such as Kraft singles)
  • butter for “toasting”
  • homemade marinara/spaghetti sauce (or your favorite store bought brand)
Using a sharp knife, carefully remove the crusts from the bread slices. Flatten each slice of bread with a rolling pin until very flat. Place a slice of American cheese on each of the flattened bread slices and roll each of these up into a tight roll. Moosh the edge of the bread to the roll to seal (you can use a couple drops of water to do this if needed.)

Jan 17, 2014

make soap from leftover soap bars


    • 1
      Gather all of your leftover soap pieces. Grate each soap piece with a grater until you have enough for one cup. Cutting the soap into tiny pieces works, too.
    • 2
      Fill a saucepan halfway with water and place it on the stove, turning the burner to medium heat. Next, place the glass bowl in the pan, making a homemade double boiler.
    • 3
      Pour the milk into the glass bowl and then add the grated soap. Using water instead of milk also works well.
    • 4
      Stir the soap mixture often to ensure that it does not stick to the bottom. Once the mixture has melted, remove the saucepan from heat.
    • 5
      Spoon the melted soap into the muffin tins. Alternatively, plastic containers, candy molds or even milk cartons can work as molds for your soap.
    • 6
      Set the soap aside so it will cool and harden to the touch, which usually takes between three and four hours. Placing the molds in the freezer for one hour will help speed up the cooling time.
    • 7
      Remove the soap from the muffin tins and place on a wire rack. This will help the soap to harden completely and can take up to a couple of weeks. Once the soap is cured, or completely dry throughout, you can use the soap.
       recipe found on ehow.com

make soap from leftover soap bars


    • 1
      Gather all of your leftover soap pieces. Grate each soap piece with a grater until you have enough for one cup. Cutting the soap into tiny pieces works, too.
    • 2
      Fill a saucepan halfway with water and place it on the stove, turning the burner to medium heat. Next, place the glass bowl in the pan, making a homemade double boiler.
    • 3
      Pour the milk into the glass bowl and then add the grated soap. Using water instead of milk also works well.
    • 4
      Stir the soap mixture often to ensure that it does not stick to the bottom. Once the mixture has melted, remove the saucepan from heat.
    • 5
      Spoon the melted soap into the muffin tins. Alternatively, plastic containers, candy molds or even milk cartons can work as molds for your soap.
    • 6
      Set the soap aside so it will cool and harden to the touch, which usually takes between three and four hours. Placing the molds in the freezer for one hour will help speed up the cooling time.
    • 7
      Remove the soap from the muffin tins and place on a wire rack. This will help the soap to harden completely and can take up to a couple of weeks. Once the soap is cured, or completely dry throughout, you can use the soap.
       recipe found on ehow.com

My Life on Maple Grove : Nature's Remedies - The Pineapple


My Life on Maple Grove : Nature's Remedies - The Pineapple


Jan 11, 2014

The Ultimate Barbecued Ribs

http://m.foodnetwork.com/recipes/36846

Ingredients

  • 2 slabs baby back ribs (about 3 pounds)
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • Extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 bacon slices
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1/2 onion
  • 3 smashed garlic cloves
  • 2 cups ketchup
  • 1 cup peach preserves
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard or 1 tablespoon dry mustard
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 2 tablespoons red or white wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika

Directions

Special equipment: Kitchen twine
Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F. Put the ribs on a baking sheet, season with salt and pepper and drizzle with olive oil. Stick them in the oven, and let the ribs bake, low and slow for 1 1/2 hours.
Meanwhile, make the sauce. Wrap the bacon around the middle of the thyme sprigs and tie with kitchen twine so you have a nice bundle. Heat a 2-count of oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the thyme bundle and cook slowly for 3 to 4 minutes to render the bacon fat and give the sauce a nice smoky taste. Add the onion and garlic and cook slowly, without coloring, for 5 minutes. Add all of the rest of the sauce ingredients, give the sauce a stir, and turn the heat down to low. Cook slowly for 20 minutes to meld the flavors. Put some sauce in a separate bowl for basting, reserving the remaining sauce for serving.
Baste the ribs with the sauce and let them continue cooking, basting twice more, for 30 more minutes. When the ribs are cooked, take them out of the oven. You can let them hang out like this until you're ready to eat.
When ready to eat, preheat the broiler for 5 minutes and broil the ribs, basting with the sauce. They should become crisp and charred, about 5 minutes on each side. Pick the onion and garlic out of the sauce and serve with ribs.

The Ultimate Barbecued Ribs

http://m.foodnetwork.com/recipes/36846

Ingredients

  • 2 slabs baby back ribs (about 3 pounds)
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground black pepper
  • Extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 bacon slices
  • 4 sprigs fresh thyme
  • 1/2 onion
  • 3 smashed garlic cloves
  • 2 cups ketchup
  • 1 cup peach preserves
  • 2 tablespoons Dijon mustard or 1 tablespoon dry mustard
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 1/4 cup molasses
  • 2 tablespoons red or white wine vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1 teaspoon ground paprika

Directions

Special equipment: Kitchen twine
Preheat the oven to 250 degrees F. Put the ribs on a baking sheet, season with salt and pepper and drizzle with olive oil. Stick them in the oven, and let the ribs bake, low and slow for 1 1/2 hours.
Meanwhile, make the sauce. Wrap the bacon around the middle of the thyme sprigs and tie with kitchen twine so you have a nice bundle. Heat a 2-count of oil in a large saucepan over medium heat. Add the thyme bundle and cook slowly for 3 to 4 minutes to render the bacon fat and give the sauce a nice smoky taste. Add the onion and garlic and cook slowly, without coloring, for 5 minutes. Add all of the rest of the sauce ingredients, give the sauce a stir, and turn the heat down to low. Cook slowly for 20 minutes to meld the flavors. Put some sauce in a separate bowl for basting, reserving the remaining sauce for serving.
Baste the ribs with the sauce and let them continue cooking, basting twice more, for 30 more minutes. When the ribs are cooked, take them out of the oven. You can let them hang out like this until you're ready to eat.
When ready to eat, preheat the broiler for 5 minutes and broil the ribs, basting with the sauce. They should become crisp and charred, about 5 minutes on each side. Pick the onion and garlic out of the sauce and serve with ribs.

Spicy Crispy Potato Wedges

http://www.bestyummyrecipes.com/

Spicy Crispy Potato Wedges

Ingredients:
  • 2 medium potatoes peeled and cut
  • into wedges
  • 1 tablespoon melted butter
  • 1/4 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1/4 teaspoon seasoning salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/8 teaspoon Paprika spicy
  • 1 cup breadcrumbs
  • 3/4  cup shaved parmesan cheese
Directions
  1. Turn oven on to 450 degreesF; grease pan. Slice the potatoes in half lengthwise on a cutting board.
  2. Cut each lengthwise half into 4 pieces to make a total of 8 wedges for each potato or 16 total.
  3. Put the wedges in the pan and spread them to make a single layer.
  4. Brush the melted butter over the potatoes.
  5. Combine the 4 seasonings in a small dish and mix well.
  6. Sprinkle mixture over the potatoes. (Be generous)
  7. Put the crumbs and shaved parmesan cheese into a plastic bag and coat each potato with the crumb mixture. Please they are well covered with bread and cheese
  8. Bake on center rack for 30 minutes.
  9. Place the potatoes on a cooking sheet in a single layer.
  10. Take them out after 30 minutes and turn over the potatoes.
  11. In this step if you want you can re- brush the potatoes with butter
  12. Bake for 10 more minutes or until crispy and golden brown.

Spicy Crispy Potato Wedges

http://www.bestyummyrecipes.com/

Spicy Crispy Potato Wedges

Jan 10, 2014

Smoothie's

Smoothie's


Feeling tired for no reason? Stressed and run down? Have trouble getting up in the morning, or require caffeine, sugary or salty snack to keep going? You might suffer from adrenal fatigue! Making some simple lifestyle changes will help you on the road to becoming adrenal fatigue-free. Consuming the proper foods, learning to breathe properly and reduce stress all help the adrenals repair themselves. 
This smoothie contains ingredients that are known to help support our adrenal glands. Adaptogenic ingredients such as siberian ginseng and ginger increase the ability of an organism (humans, other mammals, etc.) overcome the stress of environmental factors like stress, pollution, disease and toxins. They essentially help the body adapt to stress and deal with it more efficiently. 
Ginseng has been used for centuries to heal, nourish, strengthen and stimulate the adrenal glands. Ginseng helps boost energy levels, fights stress and increases our mental alertness. Ginger is great for normalizing our adrenal hormone levels too! Greens have plenty of vitamins and minerals like vitamin K which regulate the production of hormones in the nervous system to help us sleep better and to improve the body's response to stress and physical activity. In addition, bananas and dates are loaded with potassium, magnesium and B vitamins all of which promote an overall sense of calmness and aid in the production of serotonin and melatonin. These two brain chemicals promote muscle relaxation and stress relief!

Ingredients:
- 2 ripe bananas (when they have cheetah spots, they are ready to eat!)
- 1 green apple
- 1 tsp. siberian ginseng
- 1 tsp. raw ginger powder
- 1-2 cups spinach or kale (or a bit of both!)
- 4 pitted medjool dates
- 1 cup young thai coconut water

Take the above ingredients and pulse blend in a blender for 20-30 seconds. Enjoy!
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We have seen how sometimes the best cures are in our kitchen.

This smoothie can help with any kind of minor pain and PMS too. It is armed with anti-inflammatory properties.
Premenstrual syndrome (PMS) refers to a set of symptoms that commonly occur before a woman’s menstrual cycle. PMS is debilitating sometimes.
Eating a raw food diet helps with pain. Simply eating at least 50 percent of your diet with raw foods could really make a difference. Avoid sugars, sugary drinks, caffeine, dairy, fat and processed foods.
This smoothies is packed with antioxidants and anti-inflammatory properties. The main cause for pain is inflammation.
Cherries are blood cleansing and will aid in flushing away toxins from your body.
Try to use use fresh and organic ingredients.
  • Blend:
  • 1 inch piece ginger
  • 1 cup cherries
  • 1/2 cup blueberries
  • 1 cup filtered water
  • Drink 2 times a day when you have pain or suffer from PMS symptoms
  • As always: Consult your health practitioner before changing or including anything new to your diet.
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Smoothie's

Smoothie's


Feeling tired for no reason? Stressed and run down? Have trouble getting up in the morning, or require caffeine, sugary or salty snack to keep going? You might suffer from adrenal fatigue! Making some simple lifestyle changes will help you on the road to becoming adrenal fatigue-free. Consuming the proper foods, learning to breathe properly and reduce stress all help the adrenals repair themselves. 
This smoothie contains ingredients that are known to help support our adrenal glands. Adaptogenic ingredients such as siberian ginseng and ginger increase the ability of an organism (humans, other mammals, etc.) overcome the stress of environmental factors like stress, pollution, disease and toxins. They essentially help the body adapt to stress and deal with it more efficiently. 
Ginseng has been used for centuries to heal, nourish, strengthen and stimulate the adrenal glands. Ginseng helps boost energy levels, fights stress and increases our mental alertness. Ginger is great for normalizing our adrenal hormone levels too! Greens have plenty of vitamins and minerals like vitamin K which regulate the production of hormones in the nervous system to help us sleep better and to improve the body's response to stress and physical activity. In addition, bananas and dates are loaded with potassium, magnesium and B vitamins all of which promote an overall sense of calmness and aid in the production of serotonin and melatonin. These two brain chemicals promote muscle relaxation and stress relief!

Jan 9, 2014

RIVIERA NAYARIT’S RINCON DE GUAYABITOS – MEXICO’S SECRET VACATION GETAWAY


RIVIERA NAYARIT’S RINCON DE GUAYABITOS –
MEXICO’S SECRET VACATION GETAWAY
A Riviera Nayarit Media Release


Riviera Nayarit, MEXICO – In the Jaltemba Bay, nestled between the exuberant vegetation of the Sierra Madre Occidental Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, hides the quiet seaside town of Rincon de Guayabitos. Named for the groves of guava trees that once lined the shore, the name translates to “corner of the little guava trees” and nowhere will visiting vacationers find a better value for a beach escape in authentic Mexico.

In the 1970’s the Mexican government decided that Guayabitos was to become a resort and an area where foreigners could own property. Since then, many North Americans have discovered the affordable pleasures of Guayabitos and its handful of neighboring coastal towns and villages. Visitors often rent or even buy vacation homes here, but others will find the offering of B&B’s and small independent hotels and resorts in this area some 40 miles north of Puerto Vallarta International Airport equally appealing.
For centuries the home of fishermen, farmers, owners of family-run restaurants and other businesses, Guayabitos, with a population of scarcely 2,000 permanent residents, is, for the visitor, an opportunity to immerse oneself in timeless Mexico before the rest of the world changes it.
There is only one main street, Avenida del Sol Nuevo, parallel to the beach stretching the entire length of Guayabitos. It divides the town into two areas: the Hotel and Commercial Zone on the south and the Residential Zone on the north.
The Hotel and Commercial Zone is home to several mercados (grocery stores), pharmacies, boutiques offering Mexican handicrafts, clothing stores, discos and restaurants featuring Mexican and American cuisine. During the high season a popular Artisans Market is held every Monday in the Town Plaza beside the church. Many of Guayabitos’ modestly priced hotels, bungalows and condos are located in this area. During the low season, August to November, hotels are only half full and nightly rates range from $14 to $50 and can go up to $170 for stays at the main bungalow at AAA 3 diamond awarded B&B Villa Corona del Mar. Weekly and monthly rooms are available. There are several trailer parks with boat launches. The atmosphere here is casual, relaxed and “beach-y.”
Beadch vendors are very freindlyThe beach itself is the real protagonist of this destination. Stretching about 1 ½ miles wide, the spectacular flat beach consists of golden sand with calm blue waters. It is lined with palapa-covered restaurants and bustling with beach vendors in colorful canopied carts selling everything from coconut drinks to shrimp on a stick. In fact, the water is so calm that Guayabitos’ beach is referred to as “The Largest Swimming Pool in the World.” The beach is perfect for walking, swimming, people watching or to simply sit and run one’s toes through the sand under the warm sun. Farther down the beach there is an area that is good for bodysurfing and boogie boarding. Afternoon winds make for good sailing and windsurfing. Salvadores a great place to eat on the beach
The majority of restaurants in Guayabitos are family-run. The local cuisine is seafood and Mexican dishes. Around town one can find a few fruit stands and stalls with fresh fruits such as mangos, pineapples, papayas and melons. At Salvador’s, established in 1980, visitors can dine on nightly dinner specials on the beachfront patio. If you are looking for something a little more casual, head down the main street to La Toscana, which offers tasty traditional Mexican fare with a warm smile; Pollo Alexandra known for its grilled marinated chicken; and George’s Tres Banderas Café to enjoy a sweet roll with a cappuccino or mango smoothie. There are many other small restaurants and stands where you can find fresh fruit and juices as well as tacos and tortas.

Some of the more famous restaurants amongst the tourists are Latitude 21 for fine dining aGuayabitos includes fun restaurants like Matejas Bar and Grillnd entertainment, Willy's and Matejas Bar and Grill for fun times. And Jaun's Place is fantastic for a good hearty meal. Vista Guayabitos is a must try when visiting the area, as the restaurant sits atop one of the highest points in Guayabitos and offers a spectacular view of the entire Jaltemba Bay. At Tonita’s Restaurant, you’ll find Tonita and her family serving incredible Mexican dishes. La pina Loca, a popular local favorite, offers everything from tortilla soup and Enchiladas to Fajitas, coconut shrimp and locally caught seafood.                                                                    Matejas offer great fun
For the traveler who wants to do more than just enjoy good food and lie on the beach, Guayabitos and the surrounding region offers a lot to see and do.
Offshore, the deep sea fishing is renowned, with catches of marlin, sailfish and tuna. In the winter months the famous humpback whale migration provides ample opportunities for whale watching. During the summer, three native species of endangered sea turtles – the Olive Ridley, the Leatherback and the Hawksbill – become the focus of hatchling releases. Bird watching – Mexico is home to more species of birds than the U.S. and Canada combined – draws visitors from around the world while others come for horseback riding, hiking, cycling or trekking. The rugged Sierra Madre which protects the coastline provides plenty of opportunities for mountain adventures. Horseback riding trips are available through the tropical rainforest of Los Ayala, through the mountains or through the beach. And, on Monday mornings, the town’s “tianguis” or market brings out the entire population.
                         
Boat trips to Isla Coral, a small island visible from the shore, go for just $5 per person. Glass bottom boats line the shore waiting to take people for a ride near this island where one can view marine life through the boat bottom and see frigate birds and terns nesting on the island. There is a good spot offshore Isla Cangrejo accessible only by boat for people to snorkel or scuba dive.
Other nearby beaches include Playa los Ayala and Playa del Beso, on a tiny secluded cove reachable by a path over the hills. The often deserted beach at Punta Raza is another favorite, along with the lesser known La Peñita de Jaltemba and Chacala.
The art and culture buffs can visit the Altavista archaeological site with important petroglyphs. The site is close to the coastal village of Chacala, south of Compostela. This area has been inhabited by a native group from the Tecoxquin culture, and is now an important religious center for the indigenous Huichol.
Sports enthusiasts will find jet skis, water skiing, tennis and its mini-version, pickle ball, all available as well as nine-hole golf at the Campo de Ensueño course (though several signature championship courses are nearby in Punta Mita and Nuevo Vallarta, as well as other resort areas), yoga and massages on the beach.
Rincon de Guayabitos is widely known as a safe, friendly and affordable beach vacation area. It is accessible by flights to Puerto Vallarta and Tepic, with public bus transportation and car rental available.
Nearby in el Monteon  is a local golf course that is fun and reasonably priced
About Riviera Nayarit
Riviera Nayarit is Mexico’s newest travel destination stretching along 192 miles of pristine Pacific coast framed by spectacular mountains to the north of renowned Puerto Vallarta. Mostly undeveloped, the destination extends along the entire coast of the Pacific state of Nayarit including the resorts of Nuevo Vallarta, the historic, colonial town of San Blas, exclusive Punta Mita and the spectacular Banderas Bay. The region features luxury resorts and eco-tourism boutique hotels, world-renowned surfing, four professional golf courses, rare native wildlife including sea turtles and tropical birds, mountain and island adventures, shopping for local artwork and traditional Huichol handicrafts, charming fishing towns and miles of serene beaches. For more information, visit www.RivieraNayarit.com or find us on Facebook.

RIVIERA NAYARIT’S RINCON DE GUAYABITOS – MEXICO’S SECRET VACATION GETAWAY


RIVIERA NAYARIT’S RINCON DE GUAYABITOS –
MEXICO’S SECRET VACATION GETAWAY
A Riviera Nayarit Media Release


Riviera Nayarit, MEXICO – In the Jaltemba Bay, nestled between the exuberant vegetation of the Sierra Madre Occidental Mountains and the Pacific Ocean, hides the quiet seaside town of Rincon de Guayabitos. Named for the groves of guava trees that once lined the shore, the name translates to “corner of the little guava trees” and nowhere will visiting vacationers find a better value for a beach escape in authentic Mexico.

Jan 8, 2014

Block Dangerous Inflammatory Signaling- Life Extension



Block Dangerous Inflammatory Signaling

By Julian Warshovsky
Block Dangerous Inflammatory Signaling
The list of chronic diseases caused by inflammation is enormous.1-3
From initiating cancer, Alzheimer’s, and heart disease to the chronic pain of arthritis, sustained inflammation relentlessly destroys our aging bodies.1,3
Mainstream medicine has failed to offer satisfactory solutions for suppressing chronic inflammatory reactions.3 Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and glucocorticoids target acute pain, but they have adverse side effects and are not suitable to quench ongoing inflammation.4,5
This widespread problem led scientists to seek a solution to safely reduce both acute pain and the chronic inflammation. 6
Three plant extracts have been identified that powerfully inhibit the underlying factors that trigger inflammation—safely reducing both chronic pain and long-term disease risk.
Unlike drugs, turmeric oil, ginger, and curcumin work through diverse mechanisms to block multiple pathways of the inflammation-signaling process.7-16
These natural ingredients deliver benefits that no currently available drug can—they inhibit both COX and LOX enzymes, which in turn curtails creation of the prostaglandin and leukotriene signaling molecules.7-16
An abundance of studies have confirmed that the biochemical actions of curcumin, ginger, and turmeric oil can be beneficial against the causative factors behind arthritis,16-23 cardiovascular disease,16,24-28 cancer,29-33 and other diseases…and these effects are often observable in a matter of weeks!20,27,29,34
A novel method has been discovered to deliver more of the active molecules found in these three plant extracts to your bloodstream.35-38

An All-Out Assault on Chronic Inflammation

An All-Out Assault on Chronic Inflammation  
Just about every chronic disease—from arthritis, to heart disease, to diabetes, to Alzheimer’s disease— has one thing in common: destructive, unchecked inflammation.1-3
Chronic inflammation is often the end result of a complex “domino effect” of signaling molecules known as prostaglandins and leukotrienes.39,40 The problem with most drugs is that they only inhibit one of the steps involved in chronic inflammation (providing only partial relief).41
For example, NSAIDs inhibit the production of prostaglandin signaling molecules by blocking enzymes known as COX-1 and COX-2. But they do not inhibit production of leukotriene signaling molecules, which requires blocking the 5-LOX enzyme.7,41
Curcumin , turmeric oil, and ginger work together to block all these signaling pathways to deliver broad-spectrum protection against chronic inflammation.7-16
As a result, these plant extracts have potential benefit against numerous disorders.42,43

2,000 Studies Can’t Be Wrong!

Inflammation is a major trigger of cancer,44 the second leading cause of death in the United States.45
Your body has a natural ability to fight cancer through the activity of its own tumor-suppressing genes.46 However, over time, environmental factors such as inflammation can turn off (or “silence”) these genes, allowing cancer to take hold and spread unchecked.47,48
Over 2,000 published studies show curcumin suppresses many cancers—including breast, prostate, liver, skin, colon, and lung cancers31,49—by interfering at every stage of their development, progression, and metastasis.50 While anticancer drugs and cancer itself weaken the immune system, curcumin enhances it,51-55 serving as an “immune-restorer.”52

Guard Against Platelet Aggregation

Inflammation plays a key role in the development of cardiovascular disease.56 Due to their action against the underlying causes of inflammation: curcumin, ginger, and turmeric have all been found to have powerful effects against cardiovascular disease.16,24-28
A study on ginger indicated that it could improve cardiovascular and cerebrovascular complications that occur as a result of platelet aggregation (the tendency of blood cells to clump together).24 For the study, either ginger or aspirin taken daily with 10 mg of the antihypertensive drug nifedipine (Procardia®) was shown to boost the drug’s anti-platelet aggregation effect in both normal and hypertensive patients.

Outperforms Leading Arthritis Drug

Outperforms Leading Arthritis Drug
The hallmarks of the most common form of arthritis (osteoarthritis) are inflammation and cartilage destruction. While both ginger and curcumin block inflammation—curcumin also inhibits cartilage breakdown by the body!57
In one study, one group of rheumatoid arthritis patients received 500 milligrams of curcumin daily, another received 50 milligrams daily of the NSAID drug diclofenac, and a third group received a combination of the two. After eight weeks, the curcumin-only group had the greatest reduction in joint pain and swelling, with no supplement-related adverse effects. By contrast, 20% of participants in the drug-only group dropped out due to adverse effects!19
Ginger has also been tested against the NSAID drug diclofenac. Two groups of osteoarthritis patients took either ginger extract ( 340 milligrams daily) or diclofenac (100 milligrams) for four weeks.20 Both treatments were equally as effective; however, the drug group experienced an increase in digestive pain (dyspepsia) and degeneration of their stomach mucosa.

Reverse Cognitive Impairment

Curcumin and ginger offer great promise in the fight against cognitive decline and dementia.
In animal models of Alzheimer’s, curcumin has been shown to cross the blood-brain barrier in order to enhance clearance of amyloid-beta from the brain (the accumulation of which is strongly associated with Alzheimer’s).58
One impressive study demonstrated ginger’s ability to defend against—and possibly even reverse—middle-aged cognitive impairment.59 For the study, 60 healthy middle-aged women took 400 or 800 milligrams of ginger extract or placebo daily. After two months, the ginger participants showed significantly enhanced memory and brain activity consistent with boosted cognitive capability.
As beneficial as these ingredients are on their own, they’re even more powerful together. Scientists have combined curcumin and ginger extracts with turmeric oil in a novel formulation that also delivers a distinct advantage: it naturally enhances absorption.

Enhanced Formula Provides Better Absorption!

Turmeric oil is obtained from the potent liquid remaining after curcumin extraction.60,61 Aside from turmeric oil’s own strong anti-inflammatory and antioxidant effects, research revealed that its rich content of compounds called aromatic turmerones produces a significant enhancement of curcumin levels inside the cell compared to normal curcumin.38 This formulation also contains phospholipids, a type of emulsifying molecule that enhances absorption of poorly soluble active compounds.62

Summary

Chronic inflammation eventually leads to serious diseases such as cancer.1-3Drugs that target acute inflammation are not suitable for long-term use and can cause substantial side effects.3-5
In a significant breakthrough, ginger, curcumin, and turmeric oil have been found to block chronic inflammation at every stage of the process, safely inhibiting long-term disease risk.7-16
Multiple studies demonstrate that these three extracts combat an array of disorders, including cancer, cardiovascular disease, and arthritis. 16-33
These three extracts have been combined in a groundbreaking formulation that greatly boosts absorption!

Block Dangerous Inflammatory Signaling- Life Extension



Block Dangerous Inflammatory Signaling

By Julian Warshovsky
Block Dangerous Inflammatory Signaling
The list of chronic diseases caused by inflammation is enormous.1-3
From initiating cancer, Alzheimer’s, and heart disease to the chronic pain of arthritis, sustained inflammation relentlessly destroys our aging bodies.1,3
Mainstream medicine has failed to offer satisfactory solutions for suppressing chronic inflammatory reactions.3 Non-steroidal anti-inflammatory drugs (NSAIDs) and glucocorticoids target acute pain, but they have adverse side effects and are not suitable to quench ongoing inflammation.4,5
This widespread problem led scientists to seek a solution to safely reduce both acute pain and the chronic inflammation. 6
Three plant extracts have been identified that powerfully inhibit the underlying factors that trigger inflammation—safely reducing both chronic pain and long-term disease risk.
Unlike drugs, turmeric oil, ginger, and curcumin work through diverse mechanisms to block multiple pathways of the inflammation-signaling process.7-16
These natural ingredients deliver benefits that no currently available drug can—they inhibit both COX and LOX enzymes, which in turn curtails creation of the prostaglandin and leukotriene signaling molecules.7-16
An abundance of studies have confirmed that the biochemical actions of curcumin, ginger, and turmeric oil can be beneficial against the causative factors behind arthritis,16-23 cardiovascular disease,16,24-28 cancer,29-33 and other diseases…and these effects are often observable in a matter of weeks!20,27,29,34
A novel method has been discovered to deliver more of the active molecules found in these three plant extracts to your bloodstream.35-38

An All-Out Assault on Chronic Inflammation

Jan 4, 2014

Crock Pot Recipes - Pizza Pasta - Food Recipes



Ingredients
  • 12 oz rigatoni cooked  (the package says 12 minutes of cooking I have cooked only 8 minutes)
  • 28 oz jar spaghetti sauce
  • 3 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 cup Cheese cheddar
  • Pepperoni (to taste)
  • 1 cup. canadian bacon chopped
  • 1 small can sliced mushrooms (optional)
  • 1 can sliced olives (optional)
Directions
  1. Cook the rigatoni for 8 minutes.
  2. Drain and mix with pasta sauce.
  3. Put half in the crock pot.
  4. Then put half of the ingredients: mushrooms, olives, mozzarella, cheddar and canadian bacon.
  5.  Now place the rest of the rigatoni with sauce, and cover the other half of the ingredients. The last layer should be covered with mozzarella and pepperoni.
  6. Cook on low for at least 5 hours.

Crock Pot Recipes - Pizza Pasta - Food Recipes



Ingredients
  • 12 oz rigatoni cooked  (the package says 12 minutes of cooking I have cooked only 8 minutes)
  • 28 oz jar spaghetti sauce
  • 3 cups of shredded mozzarella cheese
  • 2 cup Cheese cheddar
  • Pepperoni (to taste)
  • 1 cup. canadian bacon chopped
  • 1 small can sliced mushrooms (optional)
  • 1 can sliced olives (optional)
Directions
  1. Cook the rigatoni for 8 minutes.
  2. Drain and mix with pasta sauce.
  3. Put half in the crock pot.
  4. Then put half of the ingredients: mushrooms, olives, mozzarella, cheddar and canadian bacon.
  5.  Now place the rest of the rigatoni with sauce, and cover the other half of the ingredients. The last layer should be covered with mozzarella and pepperoni.
  6. Cook on low for at least 5 hours.

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