Coffee Caffeine Harmful Pesticide Side Effects

March 8, 2009 By 1 Comment

I have written often about the harmful effects of Caffeine.

Here is one of my Original Blog Posts on Harmful Effects of Caffeine – that is what I wrote when I created my Cravings Coach Blog over 2 years ago.

I have only just learned that caffeine is really the way a plant protects itself from insects…… – did you know that? So the coffee bean protects itself, it is nature’s way of protecting it from being eaten by insects and bugs.

In other words, the caffeine is a natural plant PESTICIDE!

Can you believe it?

We are definitely eating a poison!  A natural poison, but still a poison.

I remember on the beach in Hawaii, when I was working for Dr. Paul Bragg over 30 years ago… he would often talk about how people needed to get off coffee.

It certainly applies more today – with caffeine being in all the Sodas and Diet Sodas, in the Energy Drinks, in the upscale Lattes and coffees that everyone is addicted to!!

I just would encourage you to cut back on your caffeine consumption (and cut it out altogether if you can!).

Here is the way I was able to gain complete freedom from my addiction to 8 cups of coffee a day!  Sunrider Calli Tea came to my rescue 12 years ago!

Hope you are having a healthy and happy weekend, and remember to cut back on your caffeine!

Diana

Diana Walker, Cravings Coach

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Splenda – is it a healthy sweetener?

February 22, 2009 By Leave a Comment

I have posted frequently about the harmful side effects of Artificial Sweeteners on my blog.

So many people use Diet Coke and Diet Pepsi and other Diet products, thinking they are doing well because they are eliminating sugar from their diets.

However, these artificial sweeteners are addictive, and often you crave more.  The artificial sweeteners used include Aspartame and Splenda.  Many people already know that they should avoid aspartame.

However, even Doctors and Nutritionists recommend Splenda.
The advertising for Splenda is very enticing and hypnotic, making you want to use this substitute for sugar.

See this site for The Truth About Splenda

More research is being done, and proving that Splenda can be harmful for you.

Splenda is not a natural food.  It is a chlorinated artificial sweetener which has been marketed as being a healthy substitute for sugar.

A recent Duke University study states:

“Splenda suppresses beneficial bacteria …. and interfere with the bioavailability of ….nutrients.  Furthermore, these effects occur at Splenda doses that contain sucralose levels that are approved by the FDA for use in the food supply.”

Click here for the Duke University Study on Splenda Duke University Study

Want to experience nutrition that will be healthy and natural, instead of artificial sweeteners?

Then be sure to check out Diana Walker Stevia Health Benefits

Listen to my podcast here: Is Diet Coke Making You Fat?

Does Diet Coke Make You Gain Weight?

Diana Walker, Cravings Coach

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Raw Whole Foods for a Healthy Thanksgiving

November 13, 2008 By 2 Comments

RAW WHOLE FOODS FOR A HEALTHY THANKSGIVING

Thanksgiving in the United States is almost here.  We had our Canada Thanksgiving in October.

You may already be preparing a menu with your family favorites.  Many traditional dishes for turkey day are high-fat, high-sugar, and low in nutrition.  If you make a few subtle changes it can be a great improvement.

While traditional foods can bring a lot of comfort and happiness why not try to mix things up a bit this year by adding a few nutrient rich raw dishes? You can keep Thanksgiving familiar and fun while adding some healthier foods to the menu so that your whole family can reap the benefit of amazing raw foods.

Now might be a GREAT time to pick up the Raw Kids Recipes book and start creating new and healthy family traditions that the whole family will love. This recipe book has many recipes that would be a tasty addition to any Thanksgiving Feast too.

  • Since Persimmons are in season why not make the delicious Persimmon Pudding with a scoop of Raw Ice Cream?
  • The Mini Tomatoes with Pine Nut Cheese or the Mushroom Caps would make great appetizers.
  • The Imitation Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Chickpea Crunchies, and Almond Milk could replace regular mashed potatoes, steamed peas, and Egg Nog.

There are many ways to make this year’s celebration a whole lot healthier by adding delicious and nutritious raw food dishes! All you need to do is pick up the Raw Kids Recipes un-cookbook and make a commitment to better health!

Diana Walker, Cravings Coach

P.S.  Also check out my family’s Healthy Cashew Gravy Recipe Even though it is not raw, it is made with whole foods and is great for vegetarians and vegans.

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