Health Conscious Choices

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There are many things that can be incorporated into your diet that also provide amazing health benefits. When hydrating your body, as we know, water, water, water! BUT- along with water there are other drinks that are super good for you too! And here’s why…

Kombucha is one of them. Kombucha is a fermented tea beverage that uses symbiotic culture of bacteria and yeast. It has a vinegary smell and tart taste that comes in a variety of flavors. The health benefits kombucha provides includes;

1.     Detoxification – aids in natural detoxification
2.     Improved digestion – the organic acids, enzymes and probiotics promote healthy digestion and soothe upset stomach
3.     Immune system stimulation – the healthy gut bacteria gained by drinking this beverage helps to stimulate the immune system. The probiotics that are gained from fermented foods help to strengthen our natural defenses against harmful bacteria and forms of illness
4.     Cancer prevention – the living organisms found in kombucha can reinforce natural defenses some forms of cancer and free radicals. The microbes activate our natural cancer-killing cells
5.     Energy enhancement – contains energizing B vitamins and iron, iron increases hemoglobin in the blood in which enhances oxygen flow
6.     Weight loss – the natural acids and antioxidant properties found in the beverage promote fat loss, increases metabolism when consumed before meals
7.     Mood enhancement – the vitamins found in the beverage, B1, B6 and B12 can help to battle depression, stabilize mood and enhance concentration

Green tea is loaded with antioxidants and nutrients that have powerful effects on the body. It can improve brain function, fat loss, lower risk of cancer and much more.

1.     Contains bioactive compounds that improve health
2.     Compounds in green tea can improve brain function and make you smarter
3.     Increases fat burning and improves physical performance
4.     Antioxidants in green tea may lower risk of cancer
5.     Green tea may protect your brain at old age, lowering risk for Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s
6.     Can kill bacteria, which improves dental health and lowers risk of infection
7.     May lower risk of type 2 diabetes
8.     Can help to lose weight and lower risk of obesity

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