Getting your morning calories can help you lose weight, if you get the right ones.

A new study suggests that if you skip breakfast, you’ll actually end up eating more throughout the day. You’ll also make less healthy food choices, according to the MRC Clinical Science Centre at London’s Imperial College. If you get enough calories in the morning, you probably won’t overeat or have cravings for high-calorie foods.

Here’s the scoop: MRI brain scans of 21 people were taken. The researchers conducted scans after the participants hadn’t eaten anything in the a.m., and then again after they had a 750-calorie breakfast. “Through both the participants’ MRI results and observations of how much they ate at lunch, we found ample evidence that fasting made people hungrier, and increased the appeal of high-calorie foods and the amount people ate,” Dr. Tony Goldstone of the Centre said in a society news release.

There have been several similar studies in the past, and we agree, your morning meal is a must — especially if you want to drop pounds.

You are what you eat for breakfast 

It’s important to note what constitutes a “healthy” morning meal.

For example, eating pancakes, biscuits, gravy and bacon might get you up to 750 calories  for breakfast (probably a lot more), but that’s not exactly the nourishment that your body needs.

Instead, fill your gut in the morning with organic food that will really give your body the nutrition and energy it needs. That includes, depending on your dietary needs, a balance of fruits, vegetables, grains, dairy and protein. And never underestimate the power of water.

A balanced meal in the morning really gets your metabolism flowing and signals your body that it’s time to start the day. Your essentially fasting while you’re asleep, which is why your body and brain need nutrition to function properly when you wake up.

Our organic food diet guide provides an outline of which foods are acceptable and which are not. For example, pasteurized dairy products should stay off of the table, but almond milk is perfectly fine.

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There’s been a lot of hoopla lately about organic food being a waste of money. And we’ll be ignoring it. The answer is obvious to us: buying organic is never a waste of money. Organically-grown foods are not only better for your body; they are good for the environment.

The study misses the main issue  

A new study from Stanford University implied that organic produce might not be any more nutritious than the conventional variety. The media took those findings for quite a spin, going as far as saying that you shouldn’t even bother buying organic. But nutrition isn’t the main issue here. Organically grown produce contains fewer pesticides than non-organic options, and that’s important from a health standpoint.

The Stanford study showed that 38 percent of conventional (non-organic) produce contained pesticide residue. Only 7 percent of organic produce contained pesticide residue. That’s a pretty big difference. The EPA says the pesticide residue limits in conventional produce are safe for human consumption, but we have a problem with that.

You should always avoid pesticide residue

Pesticides are never safe to consume, in any amount.  Pesticides act as toxins within the body, and they can cause all kinds of illnesses. Eating organic food can eliminate a lot of that risk, but it’s still important to cleanse your body on a regular basis with colon hydrotherapy, lymphatic massage and other alternative therapies.

We buy organic for other reasons, too

The reasons supporting organically-grown food seem limitless – at least to us. The wide use of pesticides and chemical fertilizers ruins the environment. It pollutes the water we drink, the air we breathe and the soil we plant our gardens in. Organic farming, on the other hand, removes carbon from the air, promotes the livelihood of soil and protects wildlife from the harms of chemicals. It doesn’t get much more sustainable than that.

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There’s been a lot of controversy over the safety of food dye in recent years. Proponents of dyes say that they are perfectly safe. Their argument is that dyes go through extensive testing – 5 – 10 years of laboratory and animal testing – before they are sent out on the market. They also say that it’s safe because the amount of dye in certain food is insignificant. The FDA also monitors complaints very closely.

But there are several things that point to food coloring being very toxic. Dr. Mercola points out in an article that dyes are one of the most dangerous and widely used additives. That’s bad news for everyone.

Health risks

According to some studies, dyes have been associated with cancer. Blue 1 has been shown to cause kidney tumors in mice. And Red 3 has been involved with thyroid cancer in another animal study. Dyes may also exacerbate symptoms of ADHD, according to studies done at Columbia University and Harvard University. Not to mention that the European Union passed a law in July of 2011 that all foods containing dye must have a label warning consumers that additives may have an adverse effect on activity and attention in children.

How to avoid them

Keep in mind that these additives are in processed foods to cover up the unnatural color of the processed food. Processed foods lose valuable nutrients, fiber and texture. In order to avoid the harmful impacts of food dye, purchase organic food or shop at your local farmers’ market. You can buy colorful foods; just make sure they are naturally vibrant. Purple eggplant, green spinach, rainbow chard and blueberries with bright colors can be natural and delicious. By eating a well-balanced diet, you’ll promote wellness and health within your body.

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We don’t want to steer you away from purchasing organic food. It’s one of the best ways to keep your microbiome stable. Organics are also filled with more nutrition – keeping your wellness at the maximum level. But if you’re budget-minded, you may be able to browse over a few expensive organics and buy conventional versions at the grocery. Of course, we support farmers markets and other locally grown produce, but here are six items you can skimp on:

Avocados

These delectable fruits are filled with monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fats, making them great to add into your daily dishes. But organic versions can increase your grocery bill. Because they have a thick skin, pesticides are less likely to get into the meat of the fruit, so you can get by with going conventional. Just make sure to rinse it off before you slice into it.

Spices

Any spices are good to go non-organic. Unless you’re consuming large amounts, the risk of pesticides is very minimal, says the Environmental Working Group.

Eggs

Eggs can be OK if they aren’t organic. If you buy them from your local farmers market, chances are they were grown with organic standards in mind anyway. Talk to your farmers and see how they were grown. The chickens generally aren’t given hormones or antibiotics.

Onions

According to the EWG, onions are extremely low in pesticides. That means that you can get away with going conventional on these delicious vegetables.

For more information on buying organic foods, check out the EWG’s shopper’s guide to pesticides in produce.

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We talk a lot about healing through alternative methods on this blog. That’s because alternative methods are the best way to heal your body naturally – whether it’s lymphatic massage, rain drop therapy or colonic irrigation. But it’s just as important to utilize nutritional therapy for overall health.

Food Matters is a new documentary that I urge everyone to watch. It focuses on the rise of disease due to processed and genetically engineered foods, the fallacy of modern western medicine and how an organic diet can help prevent and cure disease.

You are what you eat

With the wide availability of fast food restaurants and genetically engineered food, it’s no wonder that pharmaceutical industry is a $300,000 billion dollar business in North America. There’s a McDonalds on every corner, and citizens of the U.S. are some of the unhealthiest on the planet – chronic illness, heart disease and cancer are some of the most widespread disease.

Part of the reason for this is that most of the foods you’ll find at restaurants, and even at chain grocery stores, are devoid of nutrition, which leaves your body craving fresh nutrients. If all you eat is nutritionally barren foods, your body is going to be nutritionally barren as well – you are what you eat.

Heal through food

Many cultures that haven’t succumbed to the way of the West are still very healthy. How are they doing it? They are eating locally grown, organic, unprocessed foods. An organic diet, in combination with alternative medicines like colonic irrigation and lymphatic massage, can greatly prevent and improve common disease and ailments.

Look for foods that are grown locally in naturally fertilized, nutrient-rich soil. Once you’ve been on a pure organic diet for a while, you should notice the difference. This kind of diet not only improves immune function, but it has been found to contain higher levels of cancer fighting anti-oxidants.

Shop the right way

Not all organic foods are made equal. When you’re looking for organic food, make sure to buy from your local trusted farmers and only eat what’s in season. Check out our Organic Diet Guide for full instruction on how to eat organic.

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Optimizing your intestinal flora is one of the most effective health interventions you can do. The flora in your gut is one of the largest organs in the body, and it plays a major role in your overall health. Toxins and bad bacteria in the gut can cause a variety of disease and ailments, which is why it’s vital to promote the growth of good bacteria.

Sugar and processed foods have a harmful effective on the flora in your gut, so it’s important to remove those from your diet. It’s best to use fermented foods to encourage the growth of good bacteria. Colon hydrotherapy and lymphatic massage can also rid the body of harmful bacteria and toxins, and stimulate the growth of good microorganisms within the gut.

The benefits of Kimichi

This fermented nourishment can be found at almost every Korean meal and holds a wide range of health benefits. It is very rich in vitamins A and C, but its real advantage is in its fermentation process, which produces beneficial lactobacilli bacteria. Those bacteria can help break down pesticides, which are extremely harmful to the body.

Pesticides are commonly found in today’s food sources and drinking water. They can accumulate in the body and remain in the fat for long periods of time, confusing cells and over stimulating the nervous system. That leads to ailments such as dizziness, nausea, confusion and other disease. Eating fermented foods that naturally break down these pesticides within the body are vital to your health.

Eat more fermented foods

Kimichi isn’t the only beneficial fermented foodstuffs for your body. In fact, all fermented foods are good for the intestinal flora. Organisms that live in your gut produce beneficial byproducts as they eat your digesting food, such as vitamins B and K, and also break down food that your body can’t naturally digest.

Things like grains, sugars and processed foods promote the growth of bad bacteria, which is why it’s important to counteract those foods with good microbes from fermented foods. If you’re suffering from diarrhea, Crohn’s disease, lactose intolerance, bladder cancer, autism, diabetes, irritable bowel syndrome or urinary tract infections, you may need more fermented foodstuffs in your diet.

Cleanse with a colonic

Colon hydrotherapy can help cleanse the intestinal tract and get rid of bad microorganisms, toxins and built up waste products. Cleansing the system is a crucial part of colon health – it makes room for good bacteria to flourish. Eating a diet rich in fermented foods, and receiving regular colonics, can optimize your body for overall health.

Want to know more about detoxification, diets and cleansing? Contact our Los Angeles spas to schedule an appointment for your personalized detox program.

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The U.S. is known to be one of the most unhealthy nations in the world. Chronic illness is on the rise and Americans are generally uneducated on many health issues. It’s no wonder that almost all U.S. citizens have some kind of mineral deficiency. The following excerpt is taken from the booklet “Minerals – The Fundamental Necessity for Perfect Health and the Electrical Potential of Divine Expression” by Rich Anderson.

At Transformational Health in Palos Verdes and Santa Monica we seek to educate all of our clients on ways in which they can better their overall health for life. Please take in the following valuable information to improve your well-being and lifestyle:

Many of us see the organic aisle at our local grocery stores and wonder what exactly the “organic” tag means. Is it just a word that means paying a bit more in the checkout lane? Or does organic food actually justify a small price increase? And what does organic food taste like? The truth is that organic food is incredibly beneficial for our digestive systems and tastes just as good, if not better, than other foods that we buy and eat on a regular basis.

For so many grocery store shoppers, the produce aisle is the place for finding those extra sources of vitamins and minerals that we believe are the key to leading healthy lifestyles. While fruits and vegetables are essential to a well-balanced diet, many bananas, apples and other so-called “healthy” foods can be loaded with pesticides and toxins that preserve their longevity on the shelf.

Some farmers use pesticides to prevent insects from destroying crops and large produce companies want to use preservatives that help fruits and vegetables look appealing for a longer period of time. While these pesticides and preservatives can be helpful for selling fruits and vegetables, they can carry toxins that are damaging to our health. Our bodies are not meant to eat spray pesticides and additional chemicals that are standard on so many farms.

Eating organic means avoiding these pesticides and preservatives that can be so harmful. Farmers grow organic foods without the assistance of pesticides or drugs, keeping these types of food in their most natural state. Our bodies digest organic foods with ease because they lack the chemicals of so many cans, bags and containers of other foods that line the grocery store.

Organic goes much further than the produce aisle, too. Eating organic meat can be very beneficial for our digestive systems, too. Organic meat comes from animals that are typically raised on healthy diets without the aid of growth hormones or steroids.

On your next grocery store trip, be sure to look for those “organic” and “all-natural” tags. They might be the most important step toward your healthy diet.

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A Santa Monica, California Hydrotherapy Colonics company, TransformYourHealth.net specializes in internal body cleansing, nutrition education and wellness promotion. As a Santa Monica Hydrotherapy Colonics specialist and Palos Verdes Hydrotherapy Colonics specialist, many California residents rely on TransformYourHealth.net for hydrotherapy products, resources and information. For more information and to browse a selection of high-quality natural products, please visit TransformYourHealth.net.

Cool community initiative combining investment into the health of school children with investment into local farmers. The way of the future!!!

One of the products that Transformational Health clients love is Celtic Sea Salt.

Why? Because it’s taste and the presence of trace minerals and sea water.

The presence of trace minerals and sea water is essentially “the good stuff ” you wish to find in sea salt. It’s what differentiates sea salt from common table salt; Celtic Sea Salt is engineered to be virtually 100% sodium chloride. Also, Celtic Sea Salts contain the highest amount of trace mineral and sea water (13.36%) of any brand on the market today, now that’s just good news for your health.

Celtic Sea Salt is available for purchase at our office at any time.