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My name is Crystal and I decided to do a blog to talk about my struggle with Lyme Disease, what helped and didn't help, and to share how important it is what we put into our bodies. I just recently updated new information. Through my 3+ year illness I learned so many things that I would love to share with you! I found a good fit for me was an 80% raw diet, gluten free, and detox, detox along with treatments. I want to see you feeling good and living your true potential so you can live your dreams! Disclaimer: I am not a medical doctor. The information on this blog is based on research, conversations with others in the health industry,and my own personal experiences. If your seeking a formal medical diagnosis, or contemplating any major dietary change, I suggest you speak with a health care provider.

Thursday, October 6, 2011

Switch Up Your Salads

I love adding different ingredients on my salads so you never get tired of the same salad all the time. Check out a few of these tasty salads!






Spring mix w/ arugula and cherry tomatoes, strawberries and raw white cheddar cheese.




Spinach and spring mix with radish and beets shredded.

Cucumber and heirloom tomato salad with basil, parsley, lemon, olive oil, and coconut vinegar.

I've been eating organic heirloom tomatoes instead of regular tomatoes and man, what a difference! The tomatoes have more flavor and are crisper. Then I use organic persian cucumbers instead of regular cucumbers. It's such a refreshing salad! Enjoy!

Tuesday, October 4, 2011

If Your Going To Eat meat- Eat Grass Fed Meat

Yes, a good burger tastes so yummy now and then. As you know I choose to eat 80% raw and the rest if  I have meat I like to have good fresh meat that is not treated with hormones, antibiotics, pesticides, growth implants, animal by-product, or steroids. I know for some people who are sick they have to be careful what meats they will consume because of bacteria counts. When I had Lyme Disease I couldn't eat sugar, gluten, or meat because I was already trying to get rid of bacteria in my system. Now that it is gone I can eat meat again but I am very choosy about what meat I will eat. Pork is an animal that is very dirty and full of bacteria. My doctor and many other health professionals say to never eat pork, or lobster because they are ground feeders. Also eating fast food meat is sometimes asking for it. If you can get your meat from a grass fed farm or read labels in your grocery store. Some will carry meats like Trader Joes. I am very excited about a company called Beyond Organic that will be carrying the purest meats and foods and they will bring them right from their farms to your door. (which is pretty cool!) For more info go to my page called Beyond Organic. The food will be available starting November 1st and you can sign up for free now to be a part of this new movement of families no longer eating what the food industry tells you to eat but realizing it is important what we consume and put into our bodies. I don't know about you but with cancer on the rampage and so many other diseases out there, I want to do the best I can with the body I have been given! Don't wait until you are sick to make a change. Do it today!