Taryn Hall-Smith who is the Director of The Contented Body www.thecontentedbody.com talks about the benefits of exercise and detoxification this month.

Exercise and Detoxification

We are all exposed to numerous toxins and harmful chemicals on a daily basis – in the air we breathe, the food we eat, and in the beauty and household products we all use! These substances enter our bodies and are slowly broken down and eliminated, although some do remain lodged in our fat cells for a very long time. Although it is possible to reduce our exposure to and intake of toxins it is practically impossible to avoid them altogether, which is why detoxification or detox measures should be an important consideration for all of us.

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Hi and welcome to week 4 of our Superfoods News with an article by Carole from Energy Superfoods.

The following selected grains are particular favourites of mine from a nutritional as well as fuel perspective, all of which I use to support increased energy, weight control, alkalising and fitness training efforts.

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We are please to bring you week 2 of our superfood articles. We hope you enjoyed last weeks article on cruciferous vegetables and their amazing health benefits, as well as the nutrition available from broccoli sprouts and hope you enjoy this article just as much. This week we are looking at Nuts and Seeds. 

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• 1 ounce liquid castile soap
• 1 cup washing soda
• 1 cup baking soda
• 1 cup white vinegar

Mix ingredients and add to wash

• 1-1/2 cups vinegar
• 1/2 cup water
• 8 drops citrus essential oil of choice

Combine all ingredients in a pump spray bottle and shake well before use
Spray solution onto mirror and wipe with a dry cloth or scrunched up newspaper

• Warm water
• 2 teaspoons borax
• 2 TBS liquid soap
• 1 cup Baking soda

Combine baking soda with enough water to make a paste
Apply it to oven surfaces, and let it sit for 15 mins
Now take a scouring pad and scrub the inside of the oven remove deposits and then wipe dry
It’s a good idea to use gloves and glasses if you have them. I'd recommend a solid pair of working gloves that are waterproof such as a pair of these gloves.