How To Make Juice That Can Stop Snoring And Sleep Apnea

April 5, 2016 by Power of Positivity

The act of sleeping comprises about one-third of our life. It’s not just about time, but also the fact that sleeping affects nearly everything that we need to do, and the quality of things that we want to do. When thought of in this context – that quality of sleep affects quality of life – we’re more apt to take sleep seriously.

Snoring is a period of loud breathing, snorting or grunting sounds made when one sleeps. If we have a sleeping partner, odds are that snoring frequently disrupts their ability to sleep, which in turn affects things that they need or want to do (we’re guessing they probably made you aware of it by now!)

As defined by the National Heart Lung and Blood Institute, Sleep Apnea is “a common disorder which you have one or more pauses in breathing or shallow breaths while you sleep.” Such disruptions in breathing may last anywhere from a few seconds to a few minutes, and may occur 30 times or more in an hour. Unsurprisingly, this condition results in a poor quality of sleep and leads to increased episodes of daytime sleepiness.

Currently, there are all sorts of medications and contraptions that are designed to relieve snoring. The same can be said for sleep apnea. However, it is always best to utilize natural solutions, as they almost always are better received by the body.

This ONE Juice Helps Stop Snoring and Sleep Apnea

Juicing has become a common method for people to achieve various health outcomes, from supplementing vitamins and nutrients to counteracting diagnosed health conditions. The ingredients used in juicing are often raw and unmodified (unadulterated), which accomplishes two things: (1) it’s easier to digest and (2) it allows for maximum nutritional benefits (processed foods often undergo mechanisms that subtract from the food’s nutritional value.) Generally, such juices are predominantly made of raw fruits and vegetables.

With that said, a simple juice concoction exists that reduces the effects of snoring and sleep apnea. The premise behind this mixture is to eliminate excess mucus, which is a primary factor in symptoms of snoring and sleep apnea.

The ingredients and the preparation are very simple, although it is recommended that the products included in the mix are of the organic, raw variety for the reasons mentioned in the previous paragraph. It is also helpful to have a juicing machine, as these devices will blend the mixture more thoroughly.

Here are the ingredients that you’ll need (quantities are for 1 serving):

– 2 Apples (of any preferred type)

– 2 Carrots

– ¼ of a Lemon

– 1 inch stick of ginger

Simply use a juicing machine, such as a NutriBullet, to combine and thoroughly blend the ingredients. Sans a juicing machine, a traditional blending machine will suffice.

In addition to this and other healthy diet options, certain lifestyle changes can relieve the symptoms of both snoring and sleep apnea. In terms of diet, it is important to minimize or (preferably) eliminate alcohol because of its suppressive effect on the central nervous system.

For those that smoke, quitting this habit will likely ease an assortment of symptoms. The reason is obvious: smoking impairs the lungs and blood vessels, which restricts airflow produced by the lungs. The adverse health effects of smoking are both short and long-term in nature. In addition, quitting smoking results in near-immediate improvement in the ability to breathe.

It is important to maintain a healthy weight for a multitude of reasons, including the suppression of snoring and sleep apnea symptoms. As this relates to sleep apnea, individuals that are overweight are more likely to get the disorder. According to Cedars-Sinai, those will store fat and tissue around the neck can apply restrictive pressure on the airway or tongue.

Some other pieces of advice:

– Avoid eating too much chocolate

– Eat fried food in small amounts, or eliminate it completely

– Eat at least five servings of fruits and vegetables daily

– Eliminate or limit the amount of processed foods

– Eliminate or limit the amount of starched, sugar-laden foods

– Establish a set sleeping routine. Go to bed at and wake up at the same time every day

Lifestyle changes are necessary for minimizing the symptoms of snoring and sleep apnea. Be cognizant of what is put into your body and remain steadfast in your sleeping routines. Eat adequate amounts of raw fruits and vegetables on a daily basis. Seek support if you desire to stop smoking or drinking alcohol.

Here’s How Using Lemon Peels Can Help You Wake Up Pain Free

April 5, 2016 by Power of Positivity

The tart, bright taste of lemon is like a burst of sunshine for your body, and it can even help you wake up pain free if you know how to use lemon peels. Treating your pain with something you probably have at home already will keep you active and out of the doctor’s office.

The cause of your specific pain is specific to you. In this article we will be talking about how to use it to fight the pain of inflammation.

Inflammation in the body is the cause of much pain and illness. Inflammation means that the body’s blood vessels are dilated and swollen. This swelling leads to redness, pressure, stiffness and pain.

Although pain can be felt anywhere in the body, most commonly the pain of inflammation is felt in the joints. Joint pain can occur in any part of the body that has bone to tissue connection. That means that any one of the 360 joints in your body could be experiencing the pain of inflammation right now.

The active ingredient that helps relieve pain is the flavones. Flavones are a molecule in fruit, vegetables, tea, wine and herbs, which often give us a strong taste associated with the food. In lemon peels it is specifically polymethoxy flavones which contribute to the anti-inflammatory benefit that can help you wake up pain free.

Here’s How Using Lemon Peels Can Help You Wake Up Pain Free

NOTE: Prior to using this for pain relief, speak to your health care professional about whether your health concern would benefit from this type of treatment. There are some conditions, such as chronic pelvic pain or individual sensitivities to limonene that could cause an unhealthy reaction.

Let’s look at how you can use lemon peel to wake up pain free. Get the most benefit from lemon peel as possible by following this simple method to extract the pain relieving properties:

Grate the lemon peel of two lemons
Remove the yellow part of the rind without grating any of the white pith part
Put the rind of two lemons in a clean jar and fill the jar with olive oil
Close the jar and let it rest for 2 weeks
Apply the lemon infused olive oil onto clean gauze and wrap or place the gauze onto the area where you are feeling pain
Wrap the gauze with plastic wrap to seal the oil against your skin
Place a wool or cloth wrap over the plastic wrap to help keep the area warm

The warmth of your own body heat being retained against your skin will help the lemon peel oil to penetrate into your skin and help your joint pain.

Lemon peel can be taken internally and eaten, however, the benefits from the pain-relieving properties of the peel are believed to be best absorbed externally. Some compounds found in lemon peel cannot be passed to the bloodstream through digestion. If you are not concerned with possible interactions, you may try adding a small amount (a pinch) of your grated lemon peel to a glass of water and see if you notice any change in your pain levels.

Nutritional benefits

Lemon peels are naturally high in Vitamin C, just like the fruit inside. They also contain Potassium, Magnesium, Calcium, Vitamin B6, Folate, and Iron in smaller amounts. Lemon peels also contain the fatty acids Omega-3 and Omega-6. Lemon peels also have phytosterols.

Don’t worry about calories when consuming lemon peel as you would have to eat 6 grams (a whole tablespoon) of the tart stuff to equal a puny 3 calories. Just as you would add lemon juice or a lemon wedge to water, you can also add grated lemon peel to a beverage.

Other health benefits

Lemon is also a cancer-fighting agent. The same polymethoxylated flavones that help reduce inflammation also help fight cancer. A study found that these flavones inhibited the growth of a several different types of human cancer cells.

The citric acid in lemon juice and lemon peels can help eliminate kidney stones. The citric acid helps reduce the likelihood of calcium crystals forming in urine. The calcium crystals can become hard deposits or kidney stones.

Kidney stones, when they become lodged in the small diameter urethra can feel horribly painful. Avoiding the pain of kidney stones is an excellent reason to use lemon peels for a pain-free morning.

In Traditional Chinese Medicine, citrus peels are used to help with respiratory problems. The lemon peels tend to help with a reduced inflammatory response in the lungs. Decreased inflammation can help with problems like asthma and bronchitis.

The Vitamin C in lemon peel is also good for preventing scurvy, a disease which is much less common than it used to be before citrus fruit were available year-round. An old remedy for scurvy used to be to mix lemon peel and vinegar and rub it into the patient’s gums.

Lemon peel can also help fight fatigue. A review of non-medical approaches to fight fatigue found that lemon peel was used traditionally to help with stabilizing emotions, improving confidence, and keeping the mind fresh.

5 Signs You Care…Too Much

April 4, 2016 by Power of Positivity

Obviously, this world could benefit greatly from more kindness and compassion, because frankly, we live in pretty egocentric times. Nice people bring so much light into the dark places of this world, helping to elevate the vibration of the planet. However, sometimes kindness and care can be the opposite end of the spectrum. Thus, it can become almost self-destructive rather than helpful.

You should care about others, of course, but not when it comes at the expense of your own well-being and happiness.

Here are 5 signs you care just a little too much:

1. People take advantage of your compassion and kindness often.

The moment you start putting others’ needs above your own, people will start to notice, and expect the royal treatment from you at all costs. Having a backbone doesn’t mean you don’t have sympathy for others. Indeed, it means you have a perfect balance between looking out for people while also taking care of your own needs. It’s okay to say no sometimes if you feel overwhelmed or simply don’t agree with others – you have every right to stand up for yourself without being labeled as cruel and unfeeling.

If you don’t think your opinion or well-being matter, people will start to treat you like a doormat. If you don’t believe in your worth, people will walk all over you. It’s important to remember that you have an obligation to look after your own self first, because no one else will fill that role for you.

2. You hide your opinion in fear of others rejecting you.

People pleasing behavior begins in childhood, when parents praise a child for obeying them but discourage him or her from asserting themselves, according to Jay Earley, author of Finding Your Life Purpose. Impressionable children perceive this as a threat, because they believe that in order to feel loved, they must please others and do as they’re told. Otherwise, they will be shunned and scolded for realizing their own needs have not been met by blindly following others orders.

So, because of this learned behavior, you probably go along with the popular opinion in order to please others and not cause any rifts. This also means you care too much about what other people think. Remember, your true friends and family won’t care that you have a different opinion than them, because two people can’t agree on everything all the time. Remember, other people’s reactions have nothing to do with you, so don’t take responsibility for them. You should never have to bend over backwards to please others at the expense of your own well-being.

3. You put everyone else’s needs above your own.

Perhaps this is the most draining and saddening aspect of being a truly kind-hearted person. Some people will only see you as a means to an end, or a tool in order to fulfill a goal in their storybook if you continually give them they idea that you’ll do anything for them at any cost. Being nice does sometimes feel like more of a curse than a blessing, but remember that people cannot take advantage of you unless you allow it to happen.

Make sure you set clear boundaries with people and let them know when they have crossed the line. You can learn how to say no without coming across as rude and uncaring; after all, if you don’t look out for yourself, who will?

4. You don’t give yourself enough self-love.

When you devote all of your time to caring for others, you might pass yourself up for a good dose of TLC. Make sure to let others know when you just can’t pencil something into your schedule; only commit to obligations that you feel certain you can follow through with. You deserve just as much love and attention as you give others; in fact, without enough self-care, you can easily fall into a state of disarray and depression. Spend time helping others, but don’t forget to take care of yourself, too.

“You yourself, as much as anybody in the entire universe, deserve your love and affection.” – Buddha

5. You attract needy, desperate people into your life.

Remember that in this universe, like attracts like. So not surprisingly, too much niceness will attract those who also seek attention from others. In a way, becoming a doormat for others is selfish, because deep within, you look to others to fill a void that you have not filled yourself. You have not discovered your true self-worth, so others can’t possibly recognize it, either.

Be sure to spend time developing yourself and practicing assertiveness when you need to; this way, you can start attracting people who are also kind-hearted, but don’t demand your love and affection.

10 Habits That Make You More Attractive

April 4, 2016 by Power of Positivity

Daily, loving self-care is a habit that can make you more attractive to others. There are many ways to treat yourself right that can make a visible difference on the outside as well as the inside.

Prioritizing self before others can feel selfish, but it is vital for your health, well-being, and wholeheartedness. Your self-confidence is attractive to others, so nourishing this inner resource is important. Let’s look at 10 daily habits that make you more attractive.

10 Habits That Make You More Attractive

When we think of attractiveness, we usually think of things that affect our physical appearance. However, not all attractiveness is external. Being attractive emotionally, spiritually, and mentally is just as important as sprucing up your exterior through a new hairstyle or a facial treatment.

1. Connect with people deeply

We are attracted to people like us, and we also find likable people attractive. You might not realize this, but being likable is easy. All you have to do is: be more interested in hearing about the other person than you are in talking about yourself.

When you are in conversation, ask probing questions to understand the background behind someone’s actions, preferences, and stories. What is this person like when they are at home alone? What are their fears and dreams? Actively listening to someone makes them feel important, and we all like to feel important.

2. Treat friendships as a priority

True friends don’t let friendships grow apart. By nourishing your friendships, you practice the skills necessary to sustain a romantic relationship as well.

What is more, friends make you smile, and smiling is always an attractive habit.

3. Live in the present moment

In a study of attractiveness in a speed-dating situation, women found men more attractive if they measured higher in mindfulness. Interestingly, this appears to only go one way for the sexes, as men in the study did not find mindful women to be more attractive.

Mindfulness is peacefulness. Self-awareness. It is the knowledge that in the present moment, everything is just as it should be. Mindfulness is attractive because we shift focus away from anxiety or depression while we focus on the now. Mindful people tend to be more emotionally balanced.

4. Move your body

Obviously physical exercise keeps a body in shape, and healthy bodies are more attractive than unhealthy ones. This is especially true of males and females who are looking for healthy partners with whom they hope to raise a family.

When we think of someone who is attractive, they almost always possess grace in their movements. Balance and stretching, as well as mindful movements, will help you to present yourself as an attractive partner.

5. Nourish yourself with excellent food

Nourishing your insides through eating the right foods helps nourish your skin. Radiant skin is always attractive, and beauty starts from the inside. Think about a potential mate watching you as you eat. Would your potential mate be more attracted to you if they saw you eating some greasy fast food or dining on a gourmet vegan meal that you had prepared yourself?

6. Know your self-worth

Be sure of your value. Be confident in the fact that you are intrinsically valuable as a human being and more so because of your character, intelligence, and kind actions. It’s been said before that confidence is sexy, and self-love is the best way to build self-confidence.

Project your value with your head held high. Meet the gaze of others directly and say to yourself, “I would make a great catch for the partner who is worthy of me.” Be careful not to cross the line into arrogance. Aim for an attitude of gentle self-assurance.

7. Have excellent sleep habits

Sleep ensures that our bodies are able to replenish their depleted resources. Making a habit of getting good rest also means that you’ll look better physically; your skin will look healthy and your eyes will shine!

Mentally, well-rested people are better able to cope with stress and less likely to fail to manage their emotions. Good sleep is a good self-care habit that can also make you more attractive to your potential mate.

8. Make it a habit to have downtime

Self-care includes regularly treating yourself to time with no stress or concerns. Make sure to release stress by enjoying plenty of downtime. Again, visualize your ideal mate watching you as you relax. Choose an activity that feeds your soul like mindfulness meditation, yoga, or reading.

9. Forgive and learn from mistakes

Self-improvement is synonymous with continually learning. Studies that consider desirable traits in a partner show that “psychological traits are important in human mating, with both sexes valuing intelligence and kindness very highly.”

Intelligence doesn’t have to mean that you have a degree. You can demonstrate intelligence to a potential mate by learning from mistakes and handling it well when you make one. You can demonstrate self-kindness by forgiving yourself for making a mistake in the first place; then, show what you’ve learned by avoiding the mistake in the future.

10. Take immense pleasure in simple things

In every moment, you have a choice to be happy or angry/sad/afraid. Choose joy and gratitude no matter the situation. This choice could lead you to find the mate who is right for you, and who has a matching inner and outer attractiveness.

And above ALL things, it’s most important to remember that you will be loved not for who you aren’t but for who you truly ARE. This list is only meant to help bring you closer to that truly authentic, loving, attractive self.

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7 Signs The Law of Attraction is Working For You

April 3, 2016 by Power of Positivity

The New Age concept called “The Law of Attraction” basically states that you attract the energy you put out into the world. Whatever thoughts you repeatedly give your energy to, experiences of that nature will show up in your life, simply because you have created them subconsciously. The quote “What you think about, comes about” best summarizes the law of attraction. In order to manifest anything in your life, you have to first bring it into your field of consciousness with your thoughts, which transform into visions, and then action.

So, if you focus on negative thoughts or people, you will have more negative experiences. Conversely, if you shift your attention to the positive aspects of your life and what feels good, you will see more of that appear in the future. The law of attraction concept has been popularized in recent years due to the book and film “The Secret,” and although it shed much-needed light on one of the most hidden universal truths, it also raised many questions about how people can actually get this to work for them.

Many people feel baffled by this concept, but here are some signs that you’re on the right track with manifesting the reality you want.

Here are 7 signs the law of attraction is working for you:

1. You start manifesting things at a faster rate when the law of attraction is working.

When you turn your attention to things you DO want in your life, more of those things will start to appear before you. If you have learned to shut out the negative voice in your head telling you everything going wrong, and have shifted your focus to everything going right, you have already mastered one of the key components of the law of attraction. As you continue to keep your mind centered on what you want to see more of in your life, you will likely notice these things manifest more quickly. Everything starts to fall into place for you, and it couldn’t feel more right. You have learned to remain grateful for what you do have, and the universe has sent you even more to be thankful for.

2. You feel totally open to changes.

“What you resist, persists.” Any time you put up walls between you and an experience or person, you will only encounter it more often until you face your fears and confront any challenges head on. We all have come to Earth to get in touch with our highest selves, and that involves breaking the mold and leaving behind old thought processes and habits in order to reach our full potential. You have learned to just go with the flow, and accept whatever may come. You embrace every aspect of change; the vulnerability, the fear, the uncertainty. Because of this, the universe can more easily send you what you need on your path to keep growing and learning.

Remember this quote to help you out: “Only those who risk going too far can possibly find out how far one can go.” – T. S. Eliot

3. You keep your attention on the present moment.

Most of our lives, we have been fooled into thinking that only the future matters, and the present moment has no value. If you have noticed your life going in the right direction, you’ve likely learned how to shift your attention to the now instead of focusing so much on the future. Each moment you have, you focus on what you learned and keep the lessons with you along the way.

You’ve learned to redirect your attention to The Now anytime you catch yourself worrying or contemplating the future too much.

4. You don’t feel afraid to tell the universe what you want.

Whether you believe in angels, spirit guides, or your higher self, you have gotten comfortable with the idea of telling the universe what you want, and actually working for it. If something doesn’t feel right in your life, you ask for guidance along the way. As you delve deeper into spirituality or simply talking with yourself or your angels, your unique path will become even clearer to you.

5. You feel more positive energy in your life.

All the negativity and heaviness that you once felt in your heart seems to melt away. The things that once bothered you just don’t seem to anymore. You feel happy, excited, and ready for what the day holds when you wake up in the morning. You know that the universe always has your back, so there’s no need to fret about the future or allow negativity to reign in your life.

6. You feel at peace when the law of attraction is working for you.

Regardless of what might be happening around you, you feel calm and content with where you’re at in life. You don’t let things outside of yourself bother you anymore. That’s because you feel at ease within. You’ve finally found balance in life, and everything feels right just as it is. You don’t feel like you’re missing out on anything, and you have a strong connection to yourself and the universe, which contributes to all the good in your life.

You finally can relate to the saying: “life is good.”

7. Good things keep happening to you.

Obviously, when you tap into your higher self and discover what you came here to accomplish, life just starts to seem effortless. You meet the right people at just the right time, you go to places that enhance your spiritual growth and allow you to flourish, you become healthier, you have more abundance financially, and so on. While the right path isn’t completely devoid of obstacles, you start to notice that the good finally outweighs the bad.

One Sentence Reminders Every Relationship Needs To Hear

April 3, 2016 by Power of Positivity

What would life be without relationships? We all need someone to help us get through this crazy ride, but sometimes, our own relationships can make life more difficult. When times get tough or you just need some simple reminders to help you remember why you fell in love with your significant other in the first place, just reference these quick tips.

Here are one sentence reminders every relationship needs to hear:

1. Never take your love for granted – even when times get tough, true love will get you through.

2. Take time to make each other feel special; after all, the magic shouldn’t just disappear just because you’ve been together for a while.

3. Great sex only goes so far. So make your partner feel loved in other intimate ways, such as holding hands, kissing them in public, and hugging them, just because.

4. Tell each other “I love you” as much as possible, and share the reasons why you feel this way.

5. When the times get rough, remember why you fell for him or her to begin with.

6. Share your deepest, darkest secrets with one another, but don’t feel like you have to spill everything onto the table. The mysteries of the human soul make life worth it.

7. Express gratitude for each other every day.

8. Forget the rest of the world and create your own story.

9. Hold onto each other, especially through the storms.

10. Don’t stop believin’.

11. Remember to spend time apart sometimes. Indeed, distance will make your relationship even better.

12. Go stargazing sometime – it will help you remember just how lucky you are to have come across one another in this vast universe.

13. Keep the lines of communication open at all times.

14. Encourage self-love on the daily, as you will become better partners if you learn to love yourselves first.

15. Have cute names for each other.

16. Learn how to forgive one another, even if you don’t fully agree with the other person’s words or actions.

17. Remember that you will fight sometimes, but this doesn’t have to mean the end of your relationship.

18. Sometimes, you’ll have to ask for forgiveness. This doesn’t make you weak. Instead, it means you really love your guy or gal and want another chance.

19. You will never stop learning from one another.

20. Engage in deep discussions often.

21. Surprise your partner sometimes. That’s because this element keeps the relationship fresh and exciting.

22. Rejoice during the happy times, and cry during the sad ones. Part of the human experience is to feel many different emotions, and that’s perfectly okay.

23. Embrace the weirdness in both of you.

24. Relationships change over time. So don’t fight the evolution of your bond.

25. Develop friendships outside of your relationship, too; that way, you won’t get bored of one another.

26. Realize how amazing your partner is, and remind them daily.

27. Your partner won’t always make you happy, but that doesn’t mean they don’t love you unconditionally.

28. Share your thoughts with your partner always, even if you two have differing opinions.

29. Trust and respect are the number two most important things in your relationship.

30. Get out of the city once in a while and feel the wind in your hair – it will do your relationship good.

31. In a discussion, remember to listen to each other before speaking.

32. Remember that relationships take work. Nothing worth having ever comes easily.

33. Make time to have fun and play; just because you’re adults, doesn’t mean you can’t roll around in the grass and get a little dirty, right?

34. Eat ice cream in bed and watch Netflix all day. Without feeling guilty.

35. Try new exotic foods together. In fact, sharing experiences will help you grow as a couple.

36. Go a day each week without your phones.

37. Act like big kids for a day. So have a water balloon fight, play hide and seek, and make macaroni and cheese for dinner.

38. Congratulate each other on any accomplishment, no matter how small.

39. Walk on the beach hand in hand, focusing on how amazing love feels.

40. Read a book together in bed.

41. Never forget your inside jokes.

42. Your partner will annoy you to death sometimes. However, you’ll even find this cute about them.

43. Go on a road trip together, and see the world from a different perspective.

44. Challenge each other to new experiences that will help both of you grow as people.

45. Take care of one another and cherish the relationship you have, because every fleeting moment is precious.

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Nutritional benefits

Other health benefits

Here are 5 signs you care just a little too much:

1. People take advantage of your compassion and kindness often.

2. You hide your opinion in fear of others rejecting you.

3. You put everyone else’s needs above your own.

4. You don’t give yourself enough self-love.

5. You attract needy, desperate people into your life.

10 Habits That Make You More Attractive

1. Connect with people deeply

2. Treat friendships as a priority

3. Live in the present moment

4. Move your body

5. Nourish yourself with excellent food

6. Know your self-worth

7. Have excellent sleep habits

8. Make it a habit to have downtime

9. Forgive and learn from mistakes

10. Take immense pleasure in simple things

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Here are 7 signs the law of attraction is working for you:

1. You start manifesting things at a faster rate when the law of attraction is working.

2. You feel totally open to changes.

3. You keep your attention on the present moment.

4. You don’t feel afraid to tell the universe what you want.

5. You feel more positive energy in your life.

6. You feel at peace when the law of attraction is working for you.

7. Good things keep happening to you.

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