Why Peppermint Oil?

Peppermint improves digestion and helps control cravings that help you feel full faster.. It is also a natural energizer that reduces fatigue and improves focus.

Peppermint essential oil also helps clear and release emotions of failure and restriction.

Why Lemon Essential Oil?

Lemon contains a variety of vitamins and minerals such as the essential oil. It helps cleanse toxins from the body which makes it ideal for weight loss.

Lemon essential oil will increase energy levels, cleanse the body, raise the mood, bring joy, fight cellulite and assist weight loss.

The scent alone in these two oils will actually reduce your appetite. The blend of these two oils is helpful also to those who struggle with stress eating and other eating disorders.

How Peppermint & Lemon Essential Oils Help To Lose Weight?

• Control cravings
• Reduce fluid retention
• Alleviate emotional issues
• Melt fat

How To Use Oils For Weight Loss?

• Add  a drop of these two oils in your milk, tea, coffee or water.
• Inhale when you are thinking of stress-eating, before a meal to prevent overeating, or to help control cravings.

• Dilute with a carrier oil (coconut oil, sunflower seed oil, jojoba oil) and apply to the skin
• Put 5-10 drops in a warm bath.

Conclusion:

Peppermint improves digestion and helps control cravings that help you feel full faster and Lemon is known to help cleanse toxins from the body which makes it ideal for weight loss.

Cucumber is high in beneficial nutrients as  well as certain plant compounds and antioxidants that may help treat and even prevent some conditions.

Also, cucumber is low in calories and contains a good amount of water and soluble fiber, making it ideal for promoting hydration and aiding in weight loss.

What are the top 5 health benefits of cucumber?

High nutritional benefits.

A serving of a cucumber, half a cup, has about 8 calories. It has small amounts of vitamin K and vitamin A and is about 95% water. They also have several phytonutrients (plant chemicals) called lignans.

One medium unpeeled raw cucumber contains the following:

• Calories:30
• Total fat: 0 grams
• Carbs: 6 grams
• Protein: 3 grams
• Fiber: 2 grams
• Vitamin C: 10% of the recommended daily value
• Vitamin K: 57% of the DV
• Magnesium: 9% of the DV
• Potassium: 12% of the DV
• Manganese: 9% of the DV

Although, the typical serving size is about 1/3 of a cucumber, so eating a standard portion would provide about 1/3 of the nutrients above.

In addition, cucumbers have a high amount of water content. In fact, cucumbers are made up of about 96% water.

To maximize their nutrient content, cucumbers should be eaten unpeeled. Peeling them reduces the amount of fiber, as well as certain vitamins and minerals.

Contains antioxidants.

Antioxidants are molecules that block oxidation, a chemical reaction that forms highly reactive atoms with unpaired electrons known as free radicals.

Antioxidants such as beta carotene in cucumbers can help fight free radicals in your body, unpaired electrons that damage cells and can lead to disease.

The accumulation of these harmful free radicals can lead to several types of chronic illness. In fact, oxidative stress caused by free radicals has been associated with cancer and heart, lung and autoimmune disease.

Fruits and vegetables, including cucumbers, are especially rich in beneficial antioxidants that may reduce the risk of these conditions.

Promotes hydration.

Water is crucial to our body’s function, playing numerous important roles. It is involved in processes like temperature regulation and the transportation of waste products and nutrients. In fact, proper hydration can affect everything from physical performance to metabolism.

Because cucumbers are composed of about 96% water, they are especially effective at promoting hydration and can help you meet your daily fluid needs.

Aid in Weight Loss.

Cucumbers are low in calories and can be used as a low-calorie topping for many dishes and high in water.  All of these may aid in weight loss.

It Could Promote Regularity.

Eating cucumbers may help support regular bowel movements. Dehydration is a major risk factor for constipation, it can alter your water balance and make the passage of stool difficult.

Since cucumbers are high in water and promote hydration. Staying hydrated can improve stool consistency, prevent constipation and help maintain regularity.

Moreover, cucumbers contain fiber which helps regulate bowel movements. In particular, the soluble fiber called pectin that is found in cucumbers can help increase bowel movement frequency.

Conclusion:

Cucumbers are a refreshing, nutritious and incredibly versatile addition to any diet.

They are low in calories but contain many important vitamins and minerals, as well as a high water content.

Eating cucumbers may lead to many potential health benefits, including weight loss, balanced hydration and digestive regularity.

7 FULL BODY USES OF COCONUT OIL

Firm & Glowing Skin

Did you know that the nourishing fatty acids and vitamins in coconut oil can fight any signs of aging and firm up your skin?

Simply massage a teaspoon of coconut oil all in your face for 5 minutes. It improves skin’s elasticity and collagen production and retains its moisture.

Makeup Remover

We all are in dire need of makeup before bed, but just simply a slide of coconut oil can get you clean skin in no time.

Just take  a few drops on a cotton pad and gently wipe your face to clean up even water proof makeup.

Lash Growth

Have you always wanted long lashes? Dip a cotton pad in coconut oil and apply the above eyes. The fatty acid in the coconut oil makes it easy to absorb and can prevent protein loss that ultimately promotes lashes growth.

Natural Baby Wipes

Babies need extra care for their skin and these natural baby wipes are safe to use.

In 2 cups of boiling water, add 1 tablespoon of coconut oil & baby wash and 15 drops of lavender essential oil. Now pour it in a glass jar on top of some small towels.

The antibacterial properties and anti fungal properties in coconut oil help make the skin smooth and clean. It also nourishes your baby’s skin.

Stretch Mark Remedy

Mix 1 cup small cup of sugar with half a cup of coconut oil and a juice of half a lemon to make a scrub. Use twice a week to reduce stretch marks pigmentation.

The antioxidant properties of coconut oil treat various skin ailments. It also restores the skin’s natural pH level making it glow.

Oil Pulling

Nobody likes going to the dentist. But what if I told you the secret of good oral health is right in your kitchen?

A single tablespoon of coconut oil in your mouth and swish it around for 10-15 minutes.  Try doing this the first thing in the morning or before dinner. Follow up by washing your mouth with salt water and brushing your teeth.

The antimicrobial properties of coconut oil fights harmful bacteria and bad breath and also whiten your teeth.

Cold Remedy

Need an easy cold remedy? Add 1 spoon of coconut oil to a hot beverage and say goodbye to that cold. The antiviral, antiseptic and anti-inflammatory properties of coconut oil can boost your immune system and fight viruses.

Other than these 7 full body uses of coconut oil, do you know more? Please share it in the comment section.

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And this is true whether you are trying to get pregnant or not.

If you suffer from Polycystic Ovarian Syndrome (PCOS), you likely know that diet is the most important factor for improving symptoms, regulating your menstrual cycle, and helping you feel good again.

Since PCOS is linked to insulin resistance, it is important for women with PCOS to avoid all foods that contain sugar or that turn into sugar in the body, both of which disrupt blood sugar and exacerbate insulin resistance. This includes cereals, breads, bagels, desserts, pastas, candy, soda, crackers, tortillas-all white, processed, refined stuff. 

Many women struggle with keeping their sweet tooth in check, but for women with PCOS, it is important to be EXTRA diligent about keeping sugar out of your diet because your risk of developing diabetes type 2 is much higher. Smoothies can be a great way to feel like you are getting a treat but without all that excess refined sugar. Including a lot of fresh vegetables & fruits in your meals also improves your insulin response.

To make sure our smoothie is PCOS and fertility friendly, we choose low sugar fruit and balance our carbs, fats, and proteins.

With the right blend, and with daily consumption, smoothies can help you address all aspects of fertility.

Before making theses smoothies a part of your daily routine, let us take note a few things:

Consistency is the key. To make sure it is all creamy and delicious, add a healthy fat like half an avocado, BPA-free canned full-fat coconut milk or ¼ cup of almonds or cashews.

Balance proteins/fats/carbohydrates. Most smoothies are just sugar bombs-filled with heaps of fruit and milk. These smoothies keep the sugar content low so you are just spiking your sugar.

Use natural sweeteners to curb your sugar cravings. Small amounts of ingredients like fruit, raw honey, and maple syrup will satisfy your sweet tooth.

Below are the 5 Fertility Smoothies You Can Try!

Take Me To The Beach

½ cup frozen pineapple

½ of a frozen banana

1 teaspoon coconut oil

2 tbsp hemp hearts

1 teaspoon maca powder

1 scoop vanilla flavored protein powder

¼ cup BPA-free canned full fat coconut milk 

¼ cup filtered water

Blend all ingredients together, and add additional coconut milk until desired consistency is reached.

Pink Grapefruit Delight

¼ rugby red grapefruit (skinned and seeded)

¼ cup frozen strawberries

½ cup BPA-free canned full fat coconut milk

½ teaspoon vanilla extract

2 tablespoon cashew butter

Raw honey

1 scoop plant based protein powder

Filtered water to create desired consistency

Blend until smooth and delicious!

Get Your Greens

1-2 handful of spinach

½ tbsp chia seeds

1 ripe banana

½ cup BPA-free canned full fat coconut milk

½ cup filtered water

1 heaping tablespoon of coconut oil

1-2 tbsp of nut butter (almond or cashew)

Add a few ice cubes if you like your smoothies extra cold

Blend all ingredients until well incorporated and enjoy!

Chocolate Cherry

½ cup frozen tart cherries

1 small handful of spinach

½ of an avocado

1 tbsp of cacao powder

1 tbsp of maca powder

2 tbsp soaked chia seeds

1 tsp of vanilla extract

½ cup BPA-free canned full flat coconut milk 

½ cup filtered water

Blend until smooth and enjoy!

Berry Delicious

1-2 tbsp soaked chia seeds

1 scoop plant based protein powder

1 handful of spinach

½ cup frozen blackberries

½ cup of tart cherries

1/ cup filtered water

2 tsp grated nutmeg

½ cup BPA-free canned full fat coconut milk

Blend until desired consistency is reached, adding more almond milk as needed.

Below are PCOS & fertility smoothie ingredients that you can mix and match:

Low Sugar Fruits

Berried

Tart cherries

Peach

Apricot

Pineapple

Pear

Kiwi

Cranberries

Grapefruit

Apple

Strawberries

Navel orange

Nectarine

Cantaloupe

Honeydew

Acai berry

Heart Healthy Vegetables

Cucumber

Spinach

Kale

Collard greens

Swiss chard

Spirulina

Chlorella

Wheatgrass

Good For Your Fats

Avocado

Full fat organic coconut milk

Coconut oil

Soaked cashews or almonds

Nut milks

Protein and fiber

Hemp hearts

Flax seeds

Chia seeds

Sesame seeds

Nut butter

Plant-based protein powder

Optional Add-On

Cinnamon

Raw cacao powder

Pure vanilla extract

Fresh spearmint

Maca powder

Royal jelly

Bee pollen

MAIN BENEFITS OF DRINKING FERTILITY SMOOTHIE FOR PCOS

1.Keeps you regular

Toxin build-up from food, water, cosmetics and other external sources plays a huge role in PCOS symptoms. Once toxins are in the body, the only way to get rid of them safely is through regular bowel movement.

A minimum of 2 bowel movements a day is necessary.

If you are only having bowel movements every few days or less, then toxins end up recirculating into your bloodstream.

With the right fertility smoothie, you can keep yourself regular and get rid of toxins before they accumulate to unhealthy levels.

2.Provides Essential Nutrients

Whether it is boosting fertility, regulating hormones, detoxing or digesting food, everything in the body needs nutrients.

Nutrients are the raw material for everything that the body has to do. Manh times, fertility problems and other hormonal imbalance symptoms come from the fact the body is undernourished.

3.Improves Digestion

In order to absorb nutrients from foods, you need a healthy digestive system. Poor digestion tends to go hand-in-hand with hormonal imbalance like PCOS.

If your digestive system is sluggish, then you end up constipated. Constipation means toxins don’t leave your body fast enough, which contributes to infertility, acne, weight gain and other symptoms.

Do you know that your body is easier to absorb food in liquid form? That is the beauty of a smoothie.

4.Supports Your Liver

Before toxins get eliminated, they have to be filtered from your blood and processed. The liver does the heavy lifting. Fertility smoothies use ingredients like healthy fats, greens, fruits and herbs that support the liver so that it can work for you.

5.Lowers Inflammation

One of the 3 underlying causes of PCOS symptoms is inflammation. Inflammation occurs as a response to various types of stress, including:

• Emotional stress
• Chemical stress which comes from a diet and other environmental factors

Since fertility smoothies contain foods that are rich in antioxidants, they are great for lowering inflammation. And less inflammation means your cortisol levels go down. When cortisol goes down, this also improves insulin sensitivity, blood sugar levels, thyroid function and ovarian function.

6. Nourishes Your Gut

As mentioned above, fertility smoothies can lower inflammation. This is good news for the gut because inflammation contributes to leak gut syndrome and also disrupts your gut microbiome. Since the gut plays a role in hormone production and detoxification, that means gut health also affects fertility. Also, fertility smoothies contain fiber, which acts as “food” for your gut bacteria. The more fiber you have in your diet, the happier your gut bacteria will be.

CONCLUSION

Fertility smoothies are a great addition to any PCOS diet. 

But before that, let’s check the benefits of eating crabs.

• Crab is an excellent source of protein.
  • It is one of the possible dietary sources of protein available. It contains almost as much protein per 100 grams as meats without anywhere near the same levels of heart disease. The protein in crab is of high quality and, because of a lack of connective tissue, very digestible for people of all ages.
• Crab contains long-chain omega-3 fatty acids.
  • Rich in vitamins and minerals, crab meat is also low in fat and contains Omega-3 polyunsaturated acids. Omega-3 helps protect from heart disease and aids brain development.
• Crab contains Selenium.
  • All shellfish are a good source of Selenium, but crab meat is particularly rich in it. Selenium plays a vital role in the human’s antioxidant defense system, preventing damage to cells & tissues. It also plays an essential role in the function of the immune system, thyroid hormone metabolism, and synthesis in reproduction.
• Crab contains Riboflavin (Vitamin B12).
  • Vitamins are water soluble and therefore not stored in the body, so they must be obtained through our diet, such as crab meat. Riboflavin is vital in producing steroids and red blood cells, promoting average growth and maintaining the skin, eyes, and nervous system.
• Crab contains Copper & Phosphorus.
  • Crab meat contains nearly 30 times the copper found in cod and 56 times that in salmon, chicken & beef. Copper is involved in the absorption, storage, and metabolism of iron. It is vital in forming red blood cells and keeps bones, blood vessels, nerves, and the immune system healthy. At the same time, phosphorous is a principal mineral of bones and teeth and is vital in skeletal health and development. It is involved in most metabolic actions in the body, including kidney functioning, cell growth, and contraction of the heart muscle. It is also involved in converting food to energy.

How To Cook Crab With Sprite.

INGREDIENTS:

• 4 pieces Crabs
• pinch Salt
• 3 cups Sprite Soda
• 1 cup water
• Sliced Ginger
• Pinch Ground Black Pepper

STEPS ON HOW TO COOK CRAB WITH SPRITE:

1. Boil the crabs.

Heat your pan on high heat. Add 3 cups of Sprite soda and a cup of water. Add the ginger slices, followed by the crabs—season with a pinch of salt and pepper. Cover the lid and let it boil. (Seeing foam in the boiling water is normal)

2. When you see the top shell becoming orange in color, it is time to flip.

Cover the lid again and boil for another 5-10 minutes.

Then, remove the crabs from the pan and set them aside.

3. Serve.

You can add lemon if you want.

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