Healing with Colours of Food

Each food carries a vibration and each colour of the rainbow has its own frequency. For example, freshly picked vegetables from an organic garden have a different vibration that pesticide-laden cooked food.

When we eat this colourful, high frequency food we ingest positive energies into our body. There are seven primary colours in food that correspond to seven main energy centers or “chakras” in the body.

Each Chakra can be affected by specific emotional and psychological issues. These energy centres are connected to our nerves, hormones and emotions. Chakras are the link between energy and the physical body.

 

RED COLOUR CHAKRA – is located at the base of the spine and is a basic survival center in the body. Associated organs are adrenal glands, kidneys, bladder, legs and feet.

Feed your root chakra with red food:

Beets, red peppers, red radishes, tomatoes, red apples, strawberries, cherries, red grapes, and raspberries contain high amounts of vitamin C. Vitamin C strengthens the adrenals colon, connective tissues and artery walls. Eating red food is also beneficial for people who have back pain, poor circulation, poor blood, are anaemic and are constantly cold.

 

Red food will give you confidence and well-being. If you are constantly tired, cold, depressed and with no energy than you are probably missing red from your food.

 

ORANGE COLOUR CHAKRA – is located in the pelvic (sacrum) area between the pubis and navel.

Associated organs are sacrum, lower part of the intestines, bladder and kidneys.

Feed your sacral chakra with orange food such as carrots, sweet potatoes, oranges, mangoes, papayas, apricots and peaches. Carrots are one of the best detoxifiers. They nourish the kidneys and liver and are rich in beta-carotene. Beta carotene prevents bladder, rectal, stomach and cervical cancer. Sweet potatoes are a kidney tonic and are rich in beta carotene. Oranges prevent bladder, rectal and stomach cancer and have a cleansing effect on the body. Mango is another delicious healthy fruit with lots of vitamin C, beta carotene, and pectin. Mangoes are used to treat kidney inflammation.

Orange is the colour of joy and wisdom, giving you physical energy and emotional strength

Eating orange food stimulates the appetite and aids digestion.

 

YELLOW COLOUR CHAKRA – is a solar plexus chakra located between the navel and the heart.

Associated organs are stomach, spleen, skin, pancreas, liver and gallbladder.

 

Feed your sacral chakra with yellow food.

Bananas, lemons, pineapples, yellow pepper, parsnips, cinnamon and grapefruits

contain fiber, vitamin C, pottasium, magnesium and pectin. Pineapple contains the protein-digesting enzyme bromelain which is a powerful anti-inflammatory agent. Banana is soothing for the stomach and helps balance intestinal flora. Cinammon is a digestive tonic, relieves gas and balances blood sugar.

 

Yellow is the colour of the sun and is the colour of happiness and cheerfulness.

Eating yellow food will help you focus and help you with concentration.

 

 

 

 

BODY DETOX

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Nutrient-rich foods: Seeds, Seaweeds and Blue-Green Algae

Simona Stepancic BSc, RHN, ROHP, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Orthomolecular practitioner, Raw Food Coach

SEEDS:

 

Flaxseeds:

Flaxseeds are rich in omega-3 and omega-6 fatty acids. Flaxseed is a potent laxative, and is beneficial for intestinal tract and cardiovascular system.

 

Quinoa:

Quinoa (pronounced keen-wah) is an ancient grain-like seed. Quinoa has been cultivated in Andes, South America for more then 5.000 years.

Quinoa is high in insoluble fiber which helps prevent formation of gallstones, constipation, colon cancers, and heart disease. It also balances your blood sugar levels, which is very important during a detox when you may be eating less than your body is used to. Quinoa is a highly nutritious food packed with complete protein, iron, and high levels of potassium, B vitamins, magnesium, zinc, copper and manganese. Quinoa has a delicate taste and a nutty flavour when cooked. Have a bowl of quinoa every day.

 

 

SEAWEED:

 

Seaweeds are superfoods with remarkable health benefits. They are abundant in minerals and antioxidants such as beta-carotene, calcium, iron, magnesium, selenium, iodine and zinc.

Sea vegetables also contain alginic acid which binds in the intestines with heavy metals and then eliminates them through the stools.

 

WHEATGRASS:

 

Wheatgrass is a superfood with a good source of minerals, beta-carotene, B’s, vitamin C, E, calcium, magnesium, zinc, sulfur, chlorophyll, and amino acids.

Wheatgrass is anti-viral, anti-bacterial and a potent anti-oxidant. It detoxifies and alkalizes the blood, cleanses the gastrointestinal tract and liver, eliminates heavy metals and improves digestion.

 

SPIRULINA:

 

Spirulina is a green superfood rich in chlorophyll; it contains complete protein, minerals, carotenoids, all B-complex including high amount of B 12, and essential fatty acids. Spirulina is also a powerful antioxidant; it works on the lymphatic system, boosts the immune system and increases energy. Energize your mornings with a green spirulina drink.

 

Simona Stepancic BSc, RHN, ROHP, Registered Holistic Nutitionist, Raw Food Coach

After a long hot summer we are back to work and ready for a new journey of conscious eating.

Our busy schedule might prevent us from thinking about the healthy food that’s best for us each day. But with planning ahead, our lunches gives us confidence and security. When shopping for particular food, ask yourself:  “Do I want this food to become part of my healthy body cells?”

Think about your total nourishment of the day. We need to eat (I would like to encourage you to eat) every three to four hours to balance blood sugar in order to maintain energy and focus.

I always recommend green drinks first thing in the morning. Drink them on a bus or train if you don’t have time at home. Mix greens with water or your favorite juice to embellish the flavour. If we don’t fuel our body properly in the morning, we will feel grumpy and moody, and will not be able to think straight.

Be creative when preparing a meal or a snack for work. Use different colours, shapes and textures of organic fruits and vegetables.

Serve celery sticks, radishes, cucumbers, carrot sticks, and chopped fennel with home-made spreads. You can also prepare your own cream cheese by mixing pine nuts, lemon, celery and a little water in a blender or food processor. Dips and spreads can stay for a week in the refrigerator.

You can use wraps such as rice paper, kamut pitas, and raw Nori sheets. Fill them with hummus or choose from a variety of home-made raw spreads, and add fresh vegetables such as radishes, cucumbers, sunflower sprouts, etc.

Make your own salad of radicchio, green leafy lettuce, arugula, and dandelion. You can add beans, radishes and sprinkle some ground flaxseeds, pumpkin seeds, dulse or whatever you prefer. Bring your own salad dressing made of extra virgin olive oil, lemon and Celtic sea salt.

Munch on Goji berries, which are packed with nutrients and fibre.  Have at least two apples a day. You can also make yourself a smoothie made of parsley and mango, which can be prepared ahead of time.

Take a protein shake with you if your work hours are long and you are heading to the gym after work.  You can choose from hemp, rice or whey protein; just mix them with water and add some fresh or frozen berries such as blueberries, raspberries, strawberries and blackberries. Protein shakes will keep you energized and alert and you will be able to work out longer.

 

And remember to drink water! Recommended is at least ten glasses of Reverse osmosis water every day. The amount depends on climate, stress and exercise. Have a bottle with you every day.

Many of us eat lunches away from home. Here are a few suggestions to choose proper food when eating out.

• Choose a restaurant with healthful dishes on a menu.
• Eat a salad or other vegetables with your chicken or fish if you have to have a meat
• When having a salad, order dressing on the side, such as olive oil and lemon.
• Skip the bread and butter.
• Avoid deep fried vegetables; ask the server to steam your vegetables.
• If you have allergies and intolerances to food always ask your server for the ingredients and method of preparation of your particular dish.

The transition to a healthy diet and lifestyle can be easy. Once you make the change, you won’t want to go back.  The rewards include improved memory, clarity, and focus.

 

Simona Stepancic, Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Orthomolecular practitioner, Raw food coach