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IN NATURAL PRODUCTS By Bobbe Ann Crouch Photos by Melissa Donald
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he sun is shining. The air is clear. You take a deep breath, allowing your lungs to fill with the crispness of the fresh, cool air. You sigh and think to yourself, “Wouldn’t it be great if I could feel this good all the time?” Of course we all know that life is cyclical. The inevitable ache, pain, sniffle, sneeze, or stomach bug is bound to appear at some point. The good news is that the universe is brimming with all kinds of useful, healthy, preventative supplements and over-the-counter remedies. There are so many, in fact, that the task of knowing which ones to choose can be a daunting one. Here is a brief list of natural, healthful helpers that may be of use on the ever continuing quest to feel better, stay better, and become healthier. Read more details of each product on the following pages.
SUPER HERB: TURMERIC/CURCUMIN Cost: $16 per 120 capsules, 1950mg Home cooks can easily add turmeric to recipes such as salad dressings, soups, roasted vegetables, and proteins.
Important: It is always advisable to consult with your doctor prior to taking anything new. Even supplements that are completely natural can interact with prescription drugs. Most of these items can be found at Rainbow Blossom.
ELDERBERRY SYRUP Cost: Various, $10 per 4 oz. Some take it preventatively yearround; others take it only as medicine when they are sick.
CLEANSERS: ORGANIC LEMONS AND LIMES Cost: $1 each Squeeze the juice of one lemon or one lime into 8 oz. of warm water. Drink this every morning prior to anything else to aid in digestion and to help filter toxins.
A WONDER: ORGANIC COCONUT OIL Cost: $7 per 14 oz.
GOOD BACTERIA: PROBIOTICS Cost: Various, $36 and up for supplements Probiotic supplements should be taken once daily.
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1 teaspoon to start, increasing to 2 Tbsp daily over a one- to two-week period. (MCT oil may be mixed into morning coffee or tea.)
PURE ALOE VERA JUICE Cost: Various. Fruit of the Earth Aloe Vera Juice, $6 per 128 fl oz. Begin with 1-2 oz. per day slowly increasing to 6-8 oz. over time.