3 Reasons To NOT Eat Oats Every Day

 As we have seen in a past video, oats are well known around the world. 

Do you know all of its benefits? 

Oats can be found in many people's breakfast. It is a cereal rich in fiber and can be found as a flour, rolled oats, or oat bran. 

Although many people think oats contain gluten, it doesn't. However, most of its production happens in places that also process wheat, which makes oats to be considered a dangerous food for people with celiac. In this process, cross-contamination happens. 

So, if you are celiac but want to eat oats, it is important to be sure that there is no cross-contamination. 

Buy gluten-free oats, which must be labeled as so, to avoid contamination. 

That said, in today's video we will tell you 3 reasons to not eat oats: 

Has Avenin

Have you ever heard of avenin? Avenin is a protein from the same family as gluten, which is why it can cause some similar symptoms in some people. 

Contains Phytates

Phytate, or phytic acid, is an anti-nutrient that links to many minerals, reducing their bioavailability to our body. 

Has Lectins

Today, after many studies, we know that grains and some tubers have lectins on their surface, which are chemical substances that protect the grains from attacks of microorganisms like bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites but are toxic for our bodies. 

Lectins can be found in all foods, although the quantity varies. 

Taking all these things into account, does it still make sense to say that eating oats is healthy? 

Well, comparing it to other grains, oats might be better than wheat and worse than rice (and, even so, oats require way more processing than rice). 

So, if you are trying to eat better, you can find foods that are tastier and more nutritive than oats. 

Of course, you can still eat oats, but in moderation, since it still carries some interesting benefits to our health.

Now, tell us:

Do you eat oats? Do you like oats or do you prefer to stay away from it?

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Super Juice to Strengthen and Energize The Body

 It is a fact, you can't increase your immunity. But you can strengthen it. Did you know that?

Immunity is how we call the capability the body has of defending itself from invaders, such as viruses, bacteria, or fungi that might cause diseases. 

In the times we are living right now, we need more than ever to ingest foods that are rich in vitamins, minerals, and other substances that help maintain our immune system. Isn't it true?

Thinking about that, we decided to show you an energizing juice to give you more energy and strengthen your body.

Carrot, mango, and ginger are the three main ingredients of this recipe to strengthen the body and prevent flu and colds. 

Do you know why these ingredients are good for the immune system?

Carrots

The vitamin A found in carrots can improve the anti-inflammatory response of the body, thanks to its antioxidant effects. 

Mango

Because of its beta carotene and for being rich in vitamin A, mangoes are powerful antioxidants that inhibit free radicals, preventing the premature aging of the body, benefitting night vision, improving the elasticity of the skin, increasing the shine of hair, strengthening nails, and improving immunity, besides also acting on the metabolism of fats. 

Ginger

Rich in vitamins C and B6, and also with bactericidal action, ginger does more than just helping treat throat inflammations, helping protect the body. 

Now write down the ingredients 

1 mango, ripe;

Half a carrot, big; 

1 dessert spoon ginger;

1 tablespoon psyllium; 

6.75 oz. water; 

Directions

In a blender, combine the water, mango, carrot, ginger, and, lastly, the psyllium. Blend well. 

If you wish, strain and serve with some ice cubes.

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How Aromatherapy Can Help During Stressful Times

 We have already talked about the benefits of essential oils and the different kinds of oils that there are for our skin and body. 

One of the most used is lavender. Have you ever used it? How do you apply it? Share your experiences with us!

These oils, like lavender, cinnamon, clove, eucalyptus, lemon, and oregano are great to fight many diseases and strengthen the immune system. 

Besides that, the lavender essential oil can be used to calm down, rosemary oil gives energy, and sweet orange oil brings happiness. 

Highly concentrated and extracted from plants, essential oils are now not only key-products in spas but finding their way into many beauty products, medicines, and even some foods. 

Not to mention that today it is common to find essential oils in people's houses around the world!

Besides its most common uses, aromatherapy has been gaining a lot of space as a way to control stress and anxiety, which are very common in this period of social isolation,  and also for skincare, allergies, etc.

If you have a diffuser at home, just put 5 to 10 drops of essential oil in it, or follow the instructions on the bottle, and inhale the aroma to enjoy the therapeutic effects. 

But, if you don't have a diffuser, and if you don't want to invest in one right now, another good option is to drop some oil in a bowl with hot water. One or two drops are enough.

Besides that, eucalyptus oil can also improve your respiratory immunity. In this case, you can apply 1 drop of the essential oil on your hands, rub them together, and put them over your nose and mouth to breathe. 

It also helps with rhinitis and colds. 

There are hundreds of essential oils, each one with a different function. 

We have many videos about essential oils on our channel. Even for those who are still a little skeptical about  the properties of aromatherapy, giving a nice perfume to your house can already help alleviate some anxieties and make you feel a little comfier during the quarantine. 

Try some essential oils to lessen your physical and emotional issues during these trying times.

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Study Shows An Incredible Benefit of Curcumin You Probably Didn't Know

 You certainly have heard about turmeric, or curcuma, right? We have talked about it many times on our channel.

Because it contains curcumin, the substance that gives its yellow color, turmeric offers many benefits to health. 

Do you know any of them? Have you ever tried this root? 

If you still don't know its benefits, watch the suggested video to learn more about this powerful root. 

Did you know that turmeric is an amazing anti-inflammatory? 

There are many papers and scientific studies that compare turmeric to anti-inflammatory medicines sold in drugstores and show its therapeutic powers to treat pain, arthritis, arthrosis, etc. 

And there are other amazing benefits for people  who consume turmeric every day. 

Some of them are:

Heart Ally 

Curcumin reduces bad cholesterol and diabetes and regulates blood pressure. It improves your heart's health and makes it stronger!

Improves Brain Health 

According to studies, curcumin has many neuroprotective properties, including an improvement in cognition.

Contributes to a Good Mood and Helps with Depression 

Did you know that even your mood can improve when you start including more turmeric in your daily life? 

Fights Viruses

Curcumin is great to fight viruses that cause herpes, flu, among others.

Do you want to learn how to make a super shot to get all the benefits of this root and improve your health? 

Besides this healthy shot, you can also get these amazing benefits by combining turmeric with black pepper. 

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Protect Your Heart With This Powerful Smoothie

 You must know that the heart is a very important organ for our bodies. But, do you take care of yours? 

All the vital functions depend on the heart since it works as a pump that distributes the blood through the whole body. 

So, taking care of your heart will result in more health, energy, better functioning of organs, and more vitality.

Did you know that your diet can contribute to your heart health? 

In today's video we will share with you the recipe of a juice made of oats and grapes to protect your heart:  

Grape, and its by-products, like grape juice and wine, are rich in catechins and resveratrol, which is a powerful flavonoid that acts as an antioxidant to protect the body cells. 

According to studies, drinking grape juice increases the antioxidant capacity of the body by 50%, besides increasing the production of nitric oxide (a vasodilator) in up to 70%. 

And oat, being a grain rich in fiber, folate, omega-3, and potassium, is great for reducing the absorption of cholesterol and the plasmatic levels of LDL, the "bad" cholesterol, protecting us from heart attacks. 

Don't forget: the less processed your oats are, the better. 

Learn now how to make this recipe! 

Besides that, don't forget to add your diet to physical exercises and activities that reduce stress and psychological overload. 

By doing so, you will have more longevity and quality of life.

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Make Your Own Anti-Aging Potion at Home Using Coconut Oil

 You certainly have heard that coconut oil is great for your skin and hair, besides having many other benefits, haven't you? 

Coconut is rich in nutrients and minerals. And this fruit is also very versatile: many parts of a coconut can be used, like the water, sugar, milk, and oil (which is the main ingredient of today's recipe). 

Coconut oil is a huge ally of our face skin, since it is rich in antioxidants, like vitamin E. 

It also moisturizes, restores the life of your skin, and helps repair the damages, especially the ones caused by sun and ultraviolet rays.

That's why in today's video we will teach you two natural masks with coconut oil to clean your skin and protect you against aging: 

Green tea and Coconut oil Mask 

Lemon and Coconut oil Mask 

Besides these masks, coconut oil can be used as a facial and body moisturizer, face and lip scrub, makeup remover to remove makeup and other impurities, and even as an after-sun to soothe sunburns. 

Did you know any of these recipes? Do you use coconut oil?

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How to Gain Weight Naturally In Less Than a Month

 Are you having trouble putting on weight? 

It may sound weird, but many people have trouble gaining weight. 

We can't forget that total body weight is a thing, and lean body weight is another thing. 

Besides that, being thin is not a free pass for eating whatever you want to. You may even gain weight, but it will result in malnourishment, which may even cause health issues. 

It is important to have a diet high in nutrients to gain weight healthily and sustainably. 

So, in today's video, we will talk about how to gain weight quickly. 

Do you want to learn the techniques and tips to make the numbers go up on your scale? 

Training

Muscle training spends calories and many people think that the more they train, the less they will weight. But that's not exactly how things work! If your objective is to gain muscle mass (and weight gain as a consequence), you must do hypertrophy training to increase your muscular volume. 

Eating

Some nutrients are essential for the functioning of our body and, obviously, for building muscles, since it is from them that we take the necessary energy for metabolic processes. These nutrients can be classified as macro or micronutrients. Have you ever heard about them? 

Supplementing 

There is no need to supplement macro or micronutrients, but it can be helpful for people who have trouble hitting their caloric intake.  

Besides that, you can use creatine, which has been shown to be very efficient for hypertrophy, helping also with muscle recovery, and also use a multivitamin to increase your micronutrient intake. 

In a weight-gain diet, the consumption of salads and vegetables must be reduced, since they contain fewer calories and lots of fiber, that will make you feel satiated for longer and hinder your gains.

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Cupping Therapy: An Ancient Technique With Many Health Benefits (Hijama Therapy)

 Have you ever heard about cupping therapy?

In 2016, Olympic swimmer Michael Phelps’ back showed many bruises and red "spots". Do you remember it?  

Many people don't know, but those spots were caused by cupping therapy. 

This Chinese medicinal therapy, created more than two thousand years ago, is a type of natural treatment in which vacuum is created by the suction of skin (by cups). 

The vacuum created stimulates blood circulation and it is believed that the toxins in the blood  are released through this process. 

When the blood circulation is activated by the cups, the increase of blood in the area favors the nutrition of muscles, alleviating tensions and muscle and joint aches.

Watch the video to learn the main benefits of cupping therapy.

But, how does cupping therapy work?

You put fire on a piece of cotton and pass the flame inside a special cup and put it over the body, creating a vacuum. This process is completely painless, and you will feel just a soft suction on your skin. 

Usually, one does not feel any heat or discomfort, and the sessions can be even relaxing. 

The benefits of cupping are very satisfactory and are worth the slight discomfort. If you have done cupping therapy before, share your opinions with us.

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How To Make Coffee Scrub At Home For Gorgeous Skin

 Have you ever heard that exfoliating is an excellent way to eliminate dead skin cells and blackheads and also to facilitate the penetration of your moisturizing creams, besides many other benefits? 

An easy and cheap way of exfoliating your skin  at home is using coffee. Have you ever heard of coffee scrubs? 

In today's video, you will learn 3 coffee scrubs to make at home and exfoliate your skin. 

Exfoliating your face and body with coffee will give amazing results since, besides softening the skin, it will also help remove all the dirt and make your skin smoother. 

Write down the ingredients! 

All the recipes are prepared in the same way: just mix the ingredients well until it becomes a smooth paste. 

Using these scrubs is easy too. 

For even better results, try exfoliating after your shower since your pores will be open by the heat and steam, allowing the scrub to clean even the deepest layers of the skin. 

It is recommended to apply some moisturizing cream after the exfoliation, to make your skin even softer. You can use the coffee scrub up to 2 times a week.

Besides all the benefits we mentioned above, exfoliating also helps to soften the skin, improve blood circulation, lessen red stretch marks, and stimulate the growth of new skin cells. 

Do it and share your experience with us!

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Mix Honey, Lemon Juice and Olive Oil for These Incredible Benefits

 If someone asks what are the healthiest foods that can be found in a kitchen, there is a good chance that at least one, if not all, of these ingredients are mentioned: olive oil, honey, and lemon. 

All of them can indeed bring great benefits to health, mostly because of their nutrients and medicinal properties. 

Olive oil is one of the main ingredients of a health-oriented diet. It is an essential part of the Mediterranean diet, which has been proven by many studies to be one of the best diets to treat health issues, such as inflammation, chronic diseases, etc. 

Honey is rich in antioxidants and has antibacterial properties,  which makes it good for treating sore throats and respiratory diseases. 

Lemon, besides supplying energy and being good for the mood, also stimulates the immune system, detoxifies, treats anemia, constipation, and prevents some types of cancer. 

Tell us, do you know any of the many benefits that the combination of olive oil, honey, and lemon can bring us? 

Some of the benefits of this combo that we can talk about are: 

It gives energy, improves digestion, helps with weight loss, protects against infections and inflammations, improves oral and skin health and many others. 

And that's why this combination with extra virgin olive oil, honey and lemon has been used in Tibetan culture to improve health and rejuvenate. That's amazing, isn't it?

Besides that, this combo also helps to strengthen the immune system, cleanse the blood vessels, improves liver functioning, improves appearance and reduces wrinkles. 

Learn how to make this recipe! 

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