Sugar free frosting

1 package sugar-free instant pudding mix
1 3/4 cups milk (rice or almond)
1 (8oz) package cream cheese
1 (8oz) container lite frozen whipped topping
1 tsp. of any flavor you would like (peppermint, vanilla, etc.)

in medium bowl, combine pudding mix and milk. mix well and let stand until thickened.
in a large bowl, beat cream cheese until smooth. add pudding and mix well. fold in whipped topping.

PINK SALT!!!

At the Valencia Wellness Center, there was a product I was curious about... Premier Pink Salt.
What's the difference between that and regular salt? or sea salt?
So here's some reasons you should make the switch, besides the fact that it is an awesome conversation starter when people ask you to pass the salt at the kitchen table:

Premier Pink Salt is a blend of two premium, unprocessed sea salts from ancient, non-polluted sea beds. This natural, sun dried salt contains valuable trace minerals and sodium chloride. These minerals, undamaged by heat, retain their high energy, unaltered molecular structure which is ideal for helping to maintain the extracellular and intracellular fluid balance in the body. Not to mention ∫!!

Sodium from salt (unrefined) is the primary positive ion found in the blood and body fluids. Through function of the kidneys, by buffering the blood with a balance of positive or negative ions, sodium and potassium help to control acid/alkaline balance. The flow of sodium and potassium across the cell membranes helps to create an electrical charge that enables muscle contraction and nerve conduction. Sodium is also important in the production of hydrochloric acid in the stomach and is used in the transport of amino acids from the digestive tract into the blood.

Premier Pink Salt is free of flow or anti clump additives. Many salts are highly heated, have chemicals added or are refined which can damage its chemical properties and reduce its content of trace minerals. Commercial salt is typically heated to extremely high temperatures, over 1,0000 Fº, to super-dry the salt so that it will pour easily and not clump. This super-heating deranges the molecular configurations of the minerals in the salt. Many researchers point out the toxic reaction of the body to commercial, highly heated salt. In contrast, natural unheated sea salt reacts favorably in the body, delivering many minerals. In addition, unlike most commercial sea salts, Premier Pink Salt is ground using nickel-free grinders, ensuring that no toxic metals will be present.


so it is pretty cool. and you can purchase it online, or, like I said at the Valencia Wellness Center. I'm sure some other health food stores offer it too. But now go forth in the new year! and fear no salt!
haha
sorry for he cheesy ending:D

Personalization

I really don't crave anything on my avoid list anymore...which is nice. But I have been talking to Kim and Jess and Crystal at the Valencia Wellness Center a lot and they tell me the blood type diet is really very personal. Once you have been really cleansed of all the junk in your system, you can start trying things one by one on your avoid list and see how you react.
For instance, Jess says there are eight items on her avoid list that she knows for sure will trigger an attack of some kind and one of them is cinnamon. She has an immediate reaction no matter how much or how little. They all say it is about being aware and avoiding the foods that are especially bad for you.
So I made pumpkin bread the other day and the only thing that was "bad" for me was the cinnamon I put in it. I had a TON of it and had no reaction. So I tried it again yesterday by putting cinnamon in a waffle recipe I made and still no reaction. SO I am safely assuming I can have cinnamon now and be fine.
HOWEVER...
I had sushi the other day with soy sauce. And little did I know the first ingredient in soy sauce is wheat-gluten. UG! I had incredible stomach cramps and felt extremely bloated. Wheat-gluten is just horrible for me. So now I use Bragg's Amino Acid substitute for soy sauce. It is cheap and delicious and I don't get the horrible feeling afterwards.
Also, this morning I was drinking my green tea and my mom had a cup of coffee with peppermint creamer. I wanted to taste it so I took a sip...a really really tiny sip...and had stomach pains and nausea. I do miss coffee...but not enough to endure that every time I take A SINGLE SIP.
crazy right?
so my advice, stick to the diet for a few months then start experimenting and testing. We all react differently to foods. I might try brussel sprouts next because I do miss them in stir frys...
but enjoy living and eating and digesting!
And have a wonderful holiday season!

YOU ARE LOVED.

TIPS when approaching the blood type lifestyle

SO I have heard many people recently wanting to switch over to the blood type lifestyle and eating patterns for health reasons which I think is absolutely AMAZING. It really makes me excited to hear how many people are interested in becoming healthier and treating their bodies better.
But...I have also heard people kind of getting confused, frustrated, or super strict when trying to adapt the diet guidelines. And trust me,if you look at it as a "diet" or as "limitations", it will drive you crazy.
so this blog entry is just some helpful hints when you are trying to make the switch over to the blood type lifestyle. hope it is somewhat helpful and makes you happier:D

1. don't try it cold turkey. ease into it. you will be less frustrated. start with the most important things to cut out, because once you notice a difference in how you feel, you will want to change and adapt more. for instance, blood type O's, cut out the gluten and wheat products right off the bat. start buying Ezekial 4:9 bread and tortillas. Or spelt bread. or rice based products. start cutting down on carbs all together. and slowly start eliminating the dairy products on the avoid list. the changes you see will be dramatic and only encourage you to start changing more.

2. don't be afraid of the neutral list. I know some people start the program and think "I'm only going to eat beneficial. neutral only when absolutely necessary". but to be honest, that's a little ridiculous. it's an amazing feat you are even considering the health change, so why torture yourself? that's when it seems more like a major diet than a sustainable lifestyle. Even now, and I've been following the program for months, I still eat a lot off of the neutral list. I love bananas, and hemp ice cream, and cereal. I'm not giving those things up and I shouldn't have to. they aren't hurting me. Once you start getting used to the program, try thinking "I'm going to eat something beneficial at every meal". that way you will be feeling better but not depriving yourself of good food.

3. don't be stuck at home. enjoy eating out every once in a while. it may be scary at first, but it's just because you've never looked at a menu so closely before to check ingredients. when first starting, have the mind set of "avoiding the avoid foods", not "only eat the beneficial foods". majority of the time, you will find a number of entrees you can eat, even if it's mostly neutral ingredients. check the menu online before you go out to make sure there is something you will enjoy. Suggest a place you know you can get something truly satisfying. I will be continually blogging about restaurants that have a number of options for the blood typers out there:D

4. it's not a diet. so don't deprive yourself. eat when your hungry. eat as much as you want. don't eat when you're not hungry. learn to listen when your body is telling you to eat or not to. the best part about this lifestyle is that as long as you are eating the right things, you are digesting food easily, allowing you to eat more. I eat more now than I ever have and am at a thin, stable body weight.

5. have fun and experiment in the kitchen. get creative! start making "mock meals" and playing around with ingredients. look up other gluten free bloggers or watch for the links I will start posting of good recipes and blogs to follow. if you are in the mood for something, try making it with your new lifestyle in mind! like i wanted pizza tonight, so i made it with a tortilla and mock cheese and vegetables. or i wanted ice cream but we didn't have any hemp or almond ice cream one night so i made my own pumpkin ice cream! don't be afraid to make new creations! it's all about trial and error. make it a game and it doubles the fun lol


hope these helped. and if you need motivation or advice, don't hesitate to ask:-)
you are loved.

Sooooooooy Delicious

this is a quick blog about a discovery I made.

I love Tofu and Tempeh and I thought since it is neutral, I was fine eating everyday. And not only did I have soy at least every other day, but I was drinking soy milk, eating soy ice cream, and using soy sauce numerous times throughout the week.
Soy is a delicious dairy substitute and amazing for blood type A...but I found after a few days I was moodier than normal and after a week, I was having stomach issues and starting to inexplicably cry again.
I thought back on my diet and realized how much soy I was consuming...all the extra estrogen was probably wreaking havoc with my digestive system (and hormones).
So I have only been using soy when I use soy sauce now, which is only once or twice a week. I wouldn't hesitate ordering it at a restaurant...but I am not making tofu a staple in my diet by any means.
So basically the point of this blog is to caution everyone to be extremely conscious about what you put in your mouth. Don't be afraid of the neutral list...I eat off it all the time. But be aware if you start feeling different. Try and find out what changes you have made to your eating regime and if it is helping you or hurting you.
SO ya...hope this is helpful to someone haha
you are loved.

Positive Forces

So I have been pursuing this new lifestyle for the past two months (more or less) and could not be happier with the results. I feel better all the time, I'm happy, I'm awake, I'm healthy...
I have not eaten anything off of the avoid list once since I have started and I am astounded at how much I eat and yet I haven't gained any weight. I mean...it really blows my mind
But the reason why I titled this positive forces, is because not only am I receiving support and guidance through all of this, but I feel other people are turning to me for comfort and support and motivation.
And I am encouraging everyone who inquires about the blood type diet to find out their blood type and really research the science behind it. The information is astounding. And if anyone has questions about blood type O, I am always willing to answer to the best of my ability.

go to www.4yourtype.com to research the blood type diet a little further if you are interested.

One of the most positive influences and means of encouragement has come from the Valencia Wellness Center. (www.facebook.com/pages/Valencia-Wellness-Center)

Everyone over there is helpful and welcoming and compassionate and they only have your health and wellness in mind when you come in. They probably think my mom and I are crazy for going in there sometimes 3 or 4 times a week. But I truly trust them with my life at this point.
When I first started trying to figure out what was physically and emotionally wrong with me, all of the doctors checked my blood and told me I was fine. They even tried to put me back on birth control which I had said made me pass out and black out and have hormonal mood swings. They told me that I should try again and that's about all they could do for me. I am not in anyway undermining what doctors do, but they are concerned more with test results than with trying to find the the answer as to why a patient is feeling so abnormal.
The Valencia Wellness Center sought after something more than what was on the test results. They wanted to heal my body, mind and soul. And little by little I am healing without the use of medications, birth control and numerous invasive tests.
Ever since that turning point, I have been researching homeopathy and alternative herbal remedies because I find it extremely interesting. Like for instance, vitamin D levels in the blood should be at a minimum 40ng/ml. When I had my blood work done, I was at 22ng/ml.
Vitamin is the vitamin you get from sunlight (UV rays) but unless you live on the equator and stay outside majority of your day, you don't get enough of it. This vitamin is super important for your immune system. To learn more about the major importance of vitamin d go to www.grassrootshealth.com.

just consider everything. I can testify to the fact that this stuff works.
feel free to contact me with any questions or want to know where to find more information.

you are loved.