Being Joyful and Mindful

Joyful, Juicy Goodness!

Juicing your own Fruits and Vegetables provides your body with an immediate infusion of antioxidants, vitamins A and C, plus disease-preventing phytochemicals found only in nature.

The nutrients and chemicals help to neutralize harmful effects of the body’s free radicals, which have been linked to aging, heart disease, and cancer. Juices contain plant enzymes that greatly aid in digestion.

Beware of ready-made juices as many manufacturers add preservatives and additives to packaged or bottled juices. By far, the most common ingredient added to juice is refined sugar.

For Soothing Indigestion and Easing Inflammation, Papaya and Pineapple juices contain the enzymes papain and bromelain that ease pain in the upper abdomen.

For Preventing Cancer, Red Pepper and Carrot cocktail is rich in sources of antioxidants beta carotene and vitamin C.

For Absorbing Iron, Fresh Citrus juices make ideal components to greens as they contain plenty of vitamin C, which helps the body absorb iron from foods.

The Benefits of Meditation

“While we’re sitting still, sitting peacefully, there are three elements that we need to harmonize. The first is the body, the second is the mind, the third is the breath ~ mind, body, breath.” -Thich Nhat Hanh

We are told that meditation is a useful and spiritual tool to practice stillness and allow for deep relaxation. But, what if you don’t quite know how to do it?