Super Foods = Super Powers

So forget all the OTC (over the counter) drugs and the illegal ones that once caught you have to face dire consequences. There is a new “high” that is cost effective, legitimate, all natural  and definitely pro body and mind! It just might be the world’s best kept secret from mankind! But as usual I cannot keep it to myself so I am just dying to fill you in on all the details! ( Super hero fanatics you may get your superpowers after all!)

super power

My Fruit Salad Recipe

1/2 pear (chopped)

1 banana (chopped)

1/8 cup of pumpkin seeds

Method

Add ingredients to bowl

Toss them

Enjoy!

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My Breakfast Story

I believe breakfast is the most important meal of the day. I hate when it gets skipped because a hungry person is an angry person (myself included). I love  variety in any breakfast menu. It should never be boring! Hence, I started to  introduce fruit salads rather than just have one fruit a day to the breakfast table. This week I added some pumpkin seeds to my morning fruit salad (see recipe above).

I loved the freshness, textures and the array of sweetness of the fruits and the crunch of the pumpkin seeds too. It took only a little while before my brain was dancing and singing (I really don’t know how else to explain it). I became somewhat happy. My mind was alert, my eyes felt like they opened up to a whole new world. My mind, my body and soul were at peace with each other. It lasted for the entire day and night. I did not feel tired at all. There was a sense of  calm. Yet, I still felt as thought I had a boost of energy!

I could not fathom why this was happening or what was the reason so I did my research and I found the culprit or should I say miracle worker! This is the real deal! It works and it is so amazing that this stuff is natural and readily available at leading supermarkets and health stores nationwide. Could you have guessed pumpkin seeds were the super ingredients ?! If you guessed right, good for you! Now go take a pumpkin seed break!

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Interesting Facts

Nutritional Value (0.25 cup)

(manganese 74%, phosphorus 57%, magnesium 48%, copper 48%, zinc 23%, protein 20%, iron 16%)

Benefits:

  1. Get High-These little pieces of magic are a great source of magnesium which help increase the creation  ATP (adenosine triphosphate) or the energy currency of life as it is known as the high energy molecule that stores energy for us to do everything that we do. This means there is an increase in the pumping of your heart.
  2. Morning Flush Guaranteed (Look out for the evening flush too!) Of course there is fiber so you can rest assured there will be a flush some time after digestion.
  3. Irie Vibes – We be Jammin’- The blood vessels become relaxed as a result of magnesium consumption. Finally, you can take the natural route to relax land.
  4. Smile and Stretch- Strengthen your bones and teeth with this magnesium drug as it promotes  bone and teeth formation.
  5. Zinc will give you Super Powers
  6. Get Immunity– improved health of the immune system
  7. Network Coverage : ” Hellurr earth to body! Pick up the phone”- increasing the growth and reproduction of cells.
  8. Mood Ring –  stimulate moods and heighten senses of taste and smell
  9. Maximum Coverage – The eye and skin are no exceptions from improved health with the consumption of zinc.
  10. Regulator– Diabetics can also benefit as it promotes insulin regulation.
  11. Keep the doctor away – Guys who are no too much into the healthy lifestyle guess what Zinc just may save you a trip to the doctor in your later years. There is proof that it improves overall health of prostate.
  12. The Good Fat  – This is a great source of Omega 3 , healthy fats, antioxidants and fibers for improved health of heart and liver.
  13. Pause for a cause – There is an increase of good cholesterol. They decrease blood pressure levels. So women who are facing menopause and suffer from hot flashes, headaches and joint pains can now enjoy a natural alternative.
  14. Goodbye Insomnia– Tryptophan is an amino acid found in this world wonder seed. The body uses it to convert into serotonin which is then converted to melatonin (the sleep hormone). It is recommended to pair it with some fruit (some hours before bedtime curfew) for a restful night!
  15. Natural Analgesic-These anti inflammatory effects will make you forgo a  trip to the pharmacy. It has been tested with proven potential to help arthritis patients.

So 2015 Cheers to a healthier and  happier you!

Take care of yourself !

Come on you owe it to yourself to not only look good but feel good too!

Credits:

Information Source:

http://articles.mercola.com/sites/articles/archive/2013/09/30/pumpkin-seed-benefits.aspx

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