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LIGHT, Environment, and your Longevity part 2
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Part 1 of Light, Environment, and your Longevity we discussed the different types of light: natural sunlight and artificial light (AL). We talked about the benefits of being in an environment of natural sunlight. An environment of natural sunlight allows proper circadian rhythms which control our “master clock” and all other biological processes. When…
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Seared Scallops with Sautéed Tomatoes and Mushrooms
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This turns out to be such a colorful dish! Colorful food can tell you that you are consuming lots of phytonutrients. Phytonutrients are plant compounds. Phytonutrients decrease blood pressure and inflammation. Inflammation is the root of all disease. The antioxidants present in these colorful foods also help fight free radicals that can damage your…
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Bergamot Lime Salt Scrub
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I love using this scrub because its essential oils are so sweet, lively, and invigorating! Bergamot is known for helping with skin issues such as acne, oily skin, eczema, and psoriasis. Its top properties include: neurotic, anti-inflammatory, antidepressant, antibacterial, anti fungal, and digestive. dōTERRA Bergamot is safe to use aromatically, topically, and internally! Lime…
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Lemon Herb Parchment Fish
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This is a fantastic dinner dish loaded with DHA and in season vegetables (for July)! Seasoned with thyme, lemon, and garlic this will not disappoint. One reason I love cooking with parchment paper is it holds in all the juices. The fish will not be dry, but instead flaky and flavorful. In one serving there will…
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Clay Detox Mask
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Do you want to remove oils, secretions, toxins, and contaminants from your skin? Go no further! I have a great clay mask recipe for you to help detoxify your skin. Read Enlighten Life’s post on bentonite clay to better understand all the amazing benefits it provides. This mask incorporates bentonite clay and some incredible ESSENTIAL OILS! Essential oils truly…
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Bentonite Clay
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What is Bentonite Clay? Bentonite clay, or otherwise known as Montmorillonite clay, is derived from aged ashes of volcanos! The difference in names is based on geographical location. Bentonite comes from a large deposit of clay in Wyoming and Montmorillonite comes from another large clay deposit in France. It is known as the “healing”…