GENERAL INDEX

Note: Page numbers in italics indicate affirmations and exercises.

Abdominal pain, 60, 70, 71, 77, 78, 123, 137, 140, 172, 178, 212. See also digestive references

“Accepting My Physical Perfection” Treatment affirmation, 96

Acid (HCl), improving and testing, 175–176

Acid reflux. See Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), acid reflux, heartburn

Acne, severe, 34–35

ADA, 140, 143, 234

Addictions, 36, 70, 80, 112, 124, 127, 247

Additives, food, 139–140, 233–234

ADHD, 91, 125, 137, 139

Advertising. See Media

Affirmations

about: troubleshooting, 55

“Accepting My Physical Perfection” Treatment, 96

Change, 17–20

Eating Meals, 163–164

Healing, 42

Health, 21

Health and Nourishment, 54–55

“Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Digestion” Treatment and Meditation, 96–99

Judgment and Compassion, 53

Listening to Your Body, 117–118

Loving and Accepting Yourself and Others, 20–21

Loving Your Body, 54

Preparing Meals, 163

Trusting Life, 22

Your Greatest Love Story, 201

Affording to eat healthfully, 36–38

Aggarwal, Bharat B., Ph.D., 147

AIDS/HIV, Hayrides and, 15–16

Alcoholism and depression, client story, 35–36

Allergies. See Food allergies

Aloe vera juice, 173

Alzheimer’s disease, 33, 126, 129, 183

Anemia, 6, 67, 82

Appleton, Nancy, 126

Appliances and equipment, 206–207

Arthritis

bone broth helping, 156

castor-oil packs helping, 174

dehydration and, 152

digestive challenges and, 60, 69

magnesium and, 182, 183

methylation and, 81

remedies for, 191

rheumatoid, 6, 313

spices/herbs helping, 191, 299, 313, 324

Artificial sweeteners, 127–128

Aspartame, 127, 128, 129, 141, 230

Assessment, health, 14–15

Autism, 6, 80, 85, 133, 137, 167

Autoimmune disease. See also specific conditions

appearing without warning, 6

common conditions, 6

defined, 5

statistics and trends, 5–6

Azodicarbonamide (ADA), 140, 143, 234

Back pain, 60, 174

Bacteria, bad

cleaning up diet for, 75

detox reaction and, 167

diet cola reducing, 77

digestive challenges and, 60, 69, 75, 78, 90

digestive system and, 63, 66, 70–71

fiber and, 169–170

honey combatting, 149

Lyme disease, 12–13

sugar/sweeteners and, 126, 150

Bacteria, good

brain relationship, 85–86

bread and, 134

cinnamon and, 324

cultured vegetables and, 178

digestive challenges and, 74–75

digestive system and, 63, 70–71, 74

fiber and, 169–170

loving army of, 74–75

mind-body connection, 84–86

prebiotics and, 169

probiotics and, 170, 171, 172, 175

soft/energy drinks and, 77

sweeteners and, 127, 151

Bagging lunch, 159

Baking dishes and pans, 207, 208

Ball jars, 205

Baths, warm mineral, 174

Baumeister, Roy F., 87

Beliefs. See also Thoughts

genes responding to environment or, 10

health and, 3

negative. See Negative thoughts and beliefs

negative thoughts becoming, 7–8

Beverages

about: sparkling cherry/pomegranate drink, 218

damage from soft/energy drinks, 76–77

green-powder drinks, 146

herbal teas, 188, 218

BHA, 140, 143, 233

The Biology of Belief (Lipton), 10

Bipolar disorder, 91–92

Bitters, digestive, 176

Bitter/sour foods, for digestion, 177

Blaylock, Dr. Russell L., 129

Blenders, 206, 207

Bloating. See Gas, bloating, indigestion

Blood sugar

bulimia recovery and, 88

dysbiosis/malabsorption and, 78

imbalances, 35–36

pancreas regulating, 63, 69

soft/energy drinks and, 76

willpower and, 76, 87, 216, 324

The Blue Zones (Buettner), 8, 39

Body, listening to, 101–120

about: overview of, 101–102

authors’ experiences, 102–105

being present, aware and, 108–109

developing relationship with self and, 109

dreams and, 107

emotions and, 105–106

exercises for, 116–120

feelings and, 105

food selection and, 123, 124–125

getting quiet and, 109–110

gut feelings and, 84–86, 102, 105

how to listen to inner voice and, 108–111

importance of, 11

“inner ding” and, 11, 102–103

judgment-free mind and, 110

keeping journal and, 110

open mind and, 110

others and, 114–116

patterns and, 107–108

physical symptoms and, 104

power of, 3

practicing, 111

starting small and building, 110–111

still, small voice inside, 102–104

symptoms and, 104–105, 106

things getting in way of, 111–116

thoughts and, 106–107

tuning in and, 110

for what body/life wants, 105–108

Body, obsession with weight and diets, 30–31

Bone broths, 156, 199

Book overview, vii–ix, xiii–xv, 200

Bowls and dishes, 205, 207–208

BPA (bisphenol A), 77

Brain

digestion and, 62

digestive health and, 84–86

diseases, 33. See also Alzheimer’s disease; Parkinson’s disease

soft/energy drinks and, 76

Braun, Ashley, 58

Braun immersion blender, 207

Bread, 134

Breaks, taking, 24

Bristol Stool Scale, 72, 73

Brominated vegetable oil (BVO), 140, 142, 233

Broths, bone/vegetable, 156, 199

Budget

affording to eat healthfully, 36–38

eating healthy on, 157–160

money-saving tips, 158–160

Buettner, Dan, 8, 39

Bulimia, 30, 38–39, 44, 88, 92–93, 104, 106, 123

Bulk, buying in, 158

Butter, margarine vs., 33

Butylated hydroxyanisole (BHA), 140, 143, 233

BVO, 140, 142, 233

Calcium, 182

Campbell-McBride, Dr. Natasha, 91, 133, 145, 156, 170, 175

Cancer

BHA and, 140

chemotherapy, 175

CoQ10 and, 180

deaths increasing, 33, 36

essential fatty acids and, 153

food dyes and, 139

healing experience, 43

Louise’s asparagus recipe for, 224

magnesium and, 183, 186

maple syrup and, 149

methylation and, 80, 81, 82

potassium bromate and, 140

sugar/sweeteners and, 126, 127

trans fats and, 135

Caring

for others before yourself, 10

for yourself, 10–11

Castor-oil packs, 168–169, 172, 174

Celiac disease, 6, 133, 183

Change

affirmations, 17–20

fear, guilt, shame restricting, 30

learning from, 19–20

magic of trying something new, 19

self-acceptance and, 30

tips for starting out, 17–19

willpower and, 86–87

Change Your Thoughts—Change Your Life (Dyer), 113

Cholesterol, 77, 79, 154, 155, 180, 181, 183, 190

Chyme, 63, 66, 70–71

Client stories

about: common patterns, 90

alcoholism and depression (James), 35–36

bipolar disorder (Becky), 91–92

Cushing’s disease and eating disorder (Cara), 92–93

depression, mood disorder, chronic fatigue (Carter), 90–91

fibromyalgia (Catherine), 12

lupus (Mary), 40–41

Lyme disease (Stacey), 12–13

severe acne and rash (Jennifer), 34–35

weight loss and metabolic healing (Mindy), 93

Coffee enemas, 170

Coffee grinders, 207

Colitis. See Ulcerative colitis

Combining foods, 178–179

Compassion, 21, 24, 53. See also Listening Meditation

Constipation

colon health and, 70–71

diarrhea and, 71. See also Diarrhea

as digestive challenge symptom, 60, 78, 162

gluten and, 133

healthy poop and, 71–74

magnesium and, 183

remedies for, 168–170, 174

vitamin B12 and, 67

Containers, storage, 209

CoQ10, 180

Corn syrup. See High-fructose corn syrup (HFCS)

Cravings

balancing sweet taste for, 151

“eat this instead” ideas, 219–220

falling away, 156–157, 189

remedies for, 189

soft/energy drinks and, 76

stress and, 85

whole foods and, 156–157

Critser, Greg, 34

Crohn’s disease, 6, 60, 67, 71

Cushing’s disease, 92–93

Cutting boards, 205

Dalai Lama, 124

Dane, Heather, about, xii–xiii, 363

Dates, as sweeteners, 149, 224, 236

Dean, Dr. Carolyn, 182, 187

De Becker, Gavin, 102

Dehydration, 77, 152

Dehydrators, 206

Depression

alcoholism and, 35–36

client stories, 35–36, 90–92

cravings and, 189

dehydration and, 152

digestive challenges and, 61, 66, 68, 79, 86, 133

energy drink consumption and, 76

fibromyalgia and, 12

food and, 85. See also Digestive challenges

gluten and, 133

herbs and spices for, 191, 324

listening to body/life and, 75, 105–106

magnesium and, 181, 183, 191

methylation and, 80

vitamin B12 and, 66, 68

women as sex objects and, 29

work/life balance, food and, 35–36

Detox reactions, 167

Diabetes

as autoimmune condition, 6

cinnamon and, 324

dehydration and, 152

empowering yourself and, 41

magnesium and, 183, 184

maple syrup and, 149

methylation and, 79–80

natural sweeteners and, 149, 150

pancreatic balance and, 69

statistics and trends, 33, 36

sugar, non-natural sweeteners and, 126, 127

vitamin B12 and, 67

weight gain and, 76

Diarrhea

Bristol Stool Scale and, 72

colon health and, 71

constipation and, 71. See also Constipation

detox reaction and, 167

as digestive challenge symptom, 60, 78, 162

gallbladder support and, 177

gluten and, 133

remedies for, 171, 324

sugar/sweeteners and, 128, 150

vitamin B12 and, 67

Diary, food, 161–162

Diets

fleeting effects of, 31

GAPS, 149, 150, 274

obsession with, 30–31

only one that works, 31–32

Digestion. See also Methylation

about: overview/summary, 57, 99

diet, thoughts, lifestyle positively affecting, 83–86

exercises to get to know body and create foundation for health, 94–99

important steps of, 75–79

lifestyle changes aiding, 61–62

natural beings, natural food, 99

soft/energy drinks and, 76–77

starving bodies full of food, 75–79

vitamin B12 and, 66, 67–68

Digestive bitters, 176

Digestive challenges

malabsorption or dysbiosis symptoms, 78–79

with 2nd/3rd steps, 78–79

symptoms of, 60–61, 78–79

Digestive enzymes, 174–175

Digestive system. See also Digestion; Liver;

Methylation; Stomach; Stool (poop)

brain and, 62, 84–86

challenges. See Digestive challenges

chewing food and, 64

client stories related to. See Client stories

enteric nervous system of, 59–60, 84–85

esophagus to stomach, 66–67

function of, 60

gallbladder and, 63, 70, 169, 177

health of, brain and, 84–86

illustrated, 63

immune system and, 74–75

intelligence of, 59–60

large intestine (colon) and, 63, 70–71, 72, 90, 183

loving army of, 74–75. See also Bacteria, good

organs and functions, 63

pancreas and, 63, 69, 126, 148

as “second brain,” 60

small intestine and, 63, 69, 90, 133, 169–170, 178

soft/energy drinks and, 76–77

willpower and, 86–87

Disconnection

from body and bodily signals, 74, 75, 121

dis-ease and, 8–9, 11

media messages feeding, 28–29

from real, all-natural food, 58–59

reconnecting after, 13–14, 22–24, 121

Dis-ease/disease. See also Autoimmune disease

disconnection causing, 8–9

noncommunicable, health and, 5. See also Autoimmune disease

Dishes and bowls, 205, 207–208

Doctor, choosing, 42

Dreams, 107

Drugs

natural remedies and, 165–166. See also Home remedies

side effects of, 45

synthetic, 165

Duke, James, Ph.D., 166

Dyer, Dr. Wayne, 113

Dyes, food, 139

Dysbiosis, 60, 75, 78–79, 80, 87

Eating

healthy on a budget, 157–160

at home, 159

mindfully, 94, 122, 123–124, 162–164. See also Present, being in

whole foods, 24, 143–145, 156–157, 199–200

Eating disorders, 6, 16, 29, 67, 78, 92–93. See also Bulimia

Eating Meals affirmation, 163–164

Eczema, 69, 79, 133

Emotions, listening to, 105–106

Empowering yourself, 41–43

Enemas, 170

Energy drinks, soft drinks, 76–77

Energy, remedies for improving, 192

Enteric nervous system, 59–60, 84–85

Enzymes, digestive, 174–175

Equipment and appliances, 206–207

Erythritol, 150, 223, 236

Esophagus, food movement through, 66–67

Excalibur dehydrator, 206

Excitotoxins, 128–129, 141–142, 187, 230, 231–232. See also Aspartame; Monosodium glutamate (MSG)

Excitotoxins: The Taste That Kills (Blaylock), 128–129

Exercises, creating new perspective on health, 15–25

Meditation: Reconnecting to the Earth and All Things, 22–24

Mirror Work and Affirmations: Sweet and Loving

Thoughts Begin Healing Journey, 16–22. See also Affirmations

Some Beautiful Ways to Reconnect, 24

When You Don’t Know What to Do, Focus on Love, 15–16

Exercises, emphasizing food/thoughts that heal body and mind, 161–164

Eating Meals affirmation, 163–164

Food Diary, 161–162

Listen to Your Body, 161

Preparing Meals affirmation, 163

Exercises, for listening to body, 116–120

about: overview of, 116–117

affirmations, 117–118

Listening Meditation, 118–120

Listen to Your Body, 161

Exercises, to know body and create foundation for health, 94–99

“Accepting My Physical Perfection” Treatment affirmation, 96

“Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Digestion” Treatment and Meditation, 96–99

Tips for Improving How You Digest Life, 94–95

Exercises, to love yourself and your body, 46–55

Health and Nourishment affirmation, 54–55

Judgment and Compassion affirmation, 53

Loving Your Body affirmation, 54

Vision Exercise, 46–53

Extrasensory perception (ESP), 101, 102, 106

Factory-farmed meat, poultry, eggs, dairy, 136–137

Family and friends

family dinner and, 8

lack of support from, 116

reconnecting with, 13–14, 24

supportive, spending time with, 95

Farmers’ markets, 158

Farms, buying from, 158

Farms, visiting, 24

Fatigue

chronic, 6, 69, 90–91, 133

constipation and, 71

dehydration and, 152

digestive challenges and, 60, 69, 71, 78

gluten and, 133

improving energy for, 192

liver and, 70

magnesium and, 183

mercury fillings and, 64–65

remedies for improving energy, 190

sugar and, 112

vitamin B12 and, 67

Fat Land: How Americans Became the Fattest People in the World (Critser), 34

Fats and oils

to avoid (refined), 134–135, 234

breaking down. See Gallbladder; Liver; Pancreas

brominated vegetable oil (BVO), 140, 142, 233

to emphasize, 152–154, 235–236

essential fatty acids, 153

food combining and, 179

healthy, 152–154, 235–236

healthy ways to use, 154

heating dried herbs/spices in, 188

improving mood, 85

trans fats, 33, 134–135

Fear, guilt, and shame

clouding inner voice, 113–114

media messages feeding, 28–29, 31

Feces, 70, 90. See also Constipation; Diarrhea; Stool (poop)

Fiber, 169–170

Fibromyalgia, 6, 12, 80, 128

Fillings, silver mercury, 64–66

Fischler, Claude, 58

Fitzgerald, Randall, 32–33

Flatulence, 60. See also Gas, bloating, indigestion

Food. See also Eating; Food, to avoid; Food, to emphasize

about: reconnecting using, 121

affecting digestion, 83–86

“bad for you” fads, 144

budgeting for. See Budget

client stories illustrating effects of. See Client stories

combining, 178–179

craving. See Cravings

disconnection, dis-ease and, 8–9

family dinner and, 8

getting started with whole foods, 199

growing, 158–159

“hundred-year lie” about medicine and, 32–33

“If it doesn’t grow, don’t eat it,” 32–34

importance of, 31, 34

learning from ancestors and body, 122–124

listening to inner guidance, 123

manufactured, 8

money-saving tips, 158–159

natural beings and, 99

pesticides and, 131

phytonutrients and, 132

processed/packaged. See Processed foods

recipes. See Index of Recipes and Menus

seeking expert guidance, 122

taking time for nourishment, 160–161

where we got lost and refinding ourselves, 57–59

whole, 24, 143–145, 156–157, 198–200

Food additives, 139–140, 233–234

Food allergies

as autoimmune condition, 6

corn, 145

dairy, 137–138

digestive challenges and, 60, 69

GMO foods and, 130

honey and, 149

liver and, 70

sugar and, 126

Food Diary, 161–162

Food dyes, 139

Food in History (Tannahill), 58

Food processors, 206

Food, to avoid, 124–143. See also Processed foods; Sugar

about: listening to your body and, 124–125

artificial sweeteners, 127–128

excitotoxins, 128–129, 141–142, 187, 230, 231–232. See also Aspartame; Monosodium glutamate (MSG)

factory-farmed meat, poultry, eggs, dairy, 136–137

farmed fish, 138–139

food additives, 139–140, 233–234

GMOs, 129–130, 136, 137, 138

high-fructose corn syrup, 77, 127, 141, 230

reading labels for, 126, 141–143

soy, 136

trans fats, olestra, refined fats/oils, 134–135

Food, to emphasize, 143–156, 235–236

animal protein, 235

bone broths/vegetable broths, 156

fruit/natural sweeteners, 148–151, 235, 236

grains, nuts, and seeds, 154–155, 236

healthy fats and oils, 152–154, 235–236

herbs and spices, 147–148

vegetables, 145–146, 235

water, 151–152

whole foods, 143–145

FOS or inulin, 169–170

Fruit

eating alone, 179

shopping list, 223–224

as sweetener, 149, 223–224

Fungal infections, 60, 69, 78. See also Bacteria, bad

Gallbladder, 63, 70, 169, 177

GAPS diet. See Gut and Psychology Syndrome (GAPS) diet

Gardening, 24, 158–159

Garlic press, 207

Gas, bloating, indigestion

detox reaction and, 167

as digestive challenge symptoms, 60, 64, 71, 91, 106

food combining and, 178–179

gallbladder support and, 177

gluten and, 133

pancreas challenges and, 69

remedies for, 172, 188

vitamin B12 and, 67

Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), acid reflux, heartburn

as digestive challenge symptoms, 60, 66

esophageal sphincter and, 90

food combining and, 178–179

gluten and, 133

magnesium and, 181

remedies for, 172–173

Genetically modified organisms (GMOs), 129–130, 136, 137, 138

Genetics

methylation and, 68, 80

responding to environment/beliefs, 10

Gershon, Michael, 84

The Gift of Fear (de Becker), 102

Gluten

bread and, 134

“gluten-free” foods and, 144

grains with, 142, 143, 232–233, 234

grains without, 155, 236

green-powder drinks with, 146

identifying problems with, 133

intolerance, symptoms of, 133

lupus and, 40–41

magnesium deficiency and, 183

recipes without. See Index of Recipes and Menus

Grains

digestion challenges, 154

emphasizing in diet, 154–155, 236

food combining and, 179

healing protocols and, 155

rotating in diet, 155

whole, 144–145, 154–155, 236

Graters, 207

Gratitude journal, 95

Green-powder drinks, 146

Grinders, 207

Grocery shopping. See also Shopping list

affording to eat healthfully, 36–38

eating healthy on a budget, 157–160

money-saving tips, 158–160

Growing food, 158–159

Gut and Psychology Syndrome (Campbell-McBride), 133, 145, 170

Gut and Psychology Syndrome (GAPS) diet, 149, 150, 274

Gut-associated lymphoid tissue (GALT), 74

Gut feelings, 84–86, 102, 105. See also Body, listening to

Gut microbiome, 85–86. See also Bacteria, good

Habits, negative thoughts becoming, 7–8

Hashimoto’s thyroiditis, 6

Hay, Louise

about, 363

Ahlea, Heather and, xi–xiii

on assisting body in maintaining perfect health, 165

cancer healing, 43

on creating your best health, 195

on digesting life, assimilating new experiences, 57

on everything as thoughts and food, 121

HIV/AIDS, Hayrides and, 15–16

on listening to body, 101

listening to inner voice, 102–103

on love as miracle cure, 27

on perfect health, 3

philosophy of life, vii–viii

putting self-care/health first, 39–40

this book and, vii–ix, xiii–xv

Hayrides, HIV/AIDS and, 15–16

Headaches or migraines, 12, 61, 69, 133, 162, 181, 183, 190

Healing

exercises for, 161–164

“incurable” illness, 43–45

refinding yourself, 59

remedies for. See Home remedies; Supplements; specific remedies

Healing Spices: How to Use 50 Everyday and Exotic Spices to Boost Health and Beat Disease (Aggarwal), 147

Health

about: perspective on, 3–4

affirmations for. See Affirmations

asking Life for help, 42

asking questions about, 42

assessment, 14–15

autoimmune disease and, 5–6

being own best advocate, 41–43

best, road map for, 195–201

common perception of, 30–31

daily choices affecting, 5

defined, 4–5

doctor selection and, 42

empowering yourself, 41–43

how science views, 4–5

“hundred-year lie” about food, medicine and, 32–33

important truths about, 4

inner guidance for, 43. See also Body, listening to

inner thought, beliefs and, 3, 32

issues, loving yourself and, 3–4, 13–14. See also Health, new perspective on; Loving yourself

measures for, 32

noncommunicable diseases and, 5

second opinions and, 42

7 Steps to Eat, Think, and Love Yourself to Great Health summary, 197–198

side effects of drugs and, 45

stress and, 7–8

taking time for, 38–40

team, creating, 42

tests binder/folder of, 42

willingness to learn about, 42

Health and Nourishment affirmation, 54–55

Health, new perspective on

ability to heal and, 25

client stories, 12–13

disconnection, dis-ease and, 8–9

exercises for. See Exercises, creating new perspective on health

reconnecting and, 13–14

relationship to self and, 9–10

taking care of yourself and, 10–11

“Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Digestion” Treatment and Meditation, 96–99

Heart

putting hands on (focusing on love), 16, 24

soft/energy drinks and, 77

Heartburn. See Gastroesophageal reflux disease (GERD), acid reflux, heartburn

Heart disease, 33, 127, 154, 182

Herbs and spices, 147–148

for acid reflux, heartburn, GERD, 172

adding to salads, smoothies, meals, 188

chewing seeds, 188

for cholesterol problems, 190

for constipation, 168

for cravings, 189

defined, 147

for diarrhea, 171

for energy, 192

for gas, bloating, indigestion, 172

for headaches or migraines, 190

heating in oil, 188

herbal remedy benefits, 166

for immune support, 192

for insomnia, sleep apnea/problems, 191

for joint pain and arthritis, 191

making teas from, 188, 218

for moods, 191

recommended, 147

spice jars for, 210

sprinkling on/in foods, 188

working with, 188

Herxheimer reaction, 167

High-fructose corn syrup (HFCS), 77, 127, 141, 230

Hill, Napoleon, 46

History, of losing our way, 57–59

HIV/AIDS, Hayrides and, 15–16

Home remedies. See also Magnesium; Supplements; specific remedies

about: overview/summary, 165–166, 193

for acid reflux, heartburn, GERD, 172–173

assessing fit for you, 167–168

for cholesterol problems, 190

for constipation, 168–170

for cravings, 189

detox reactions from, 167

for diarrhea, 171

for digestive support (overall), 173, 174–179

for energy, 192

food combining, 178–179

for gallbladder challenges, 177

for gas, bloating, indigestion, 172

for headaches or migraines, 190

herbal remedy benefits, 166

for immune support, 192

improving stomach acid and HCl testing, 175–177

for insomnia, sleep apnea/problems, 191

for joint pain and arthritis, 191

for moods, 191

pharmaceuticals vs., 165–166

precautions for starting, 166–168

“start-up symptoms,” 167

unmasking deficiencies, 167

Honey, 149

Hugging yourself, 94

The Hundred-Year Lie: How Food and Medicine Are Destroying Your Health (Fitzgerald), 32–33

Hydration, 151–152, 169, 171

Hydrochloric acid (HCl), improving and testing, 175–177

Hyman, Dr. Mark, 79

IBS. See Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS)

“If it doesn’t grow, don’t eat it,” 32–33

Immune system

gut and, 74–75

sugar and, 126

support remedies, 192

Indigestion. See Gas, bloating, indigestion

Infertility, 61, 67, 68

Inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), 6, 71, 86

Inner ding. See Body, listening to

Insomnia. See Sleep

Interview with God (Strickland), 37

Intestines

large (colon), 63, 70–71, 72, 90, 183

small, 63, 69, 90, 133, 169–170, 178

Intrinsic factor, 63, 66

Intuition

authors’ experiences, 102–105

ESP and, 101, 102, 106

examples of, 102

how to listen to body and, 108–111. See also Body, listening to

still, small voice inside, 102–104

things getting in way of, 111–116

Inulin or FOS, 169–170

Irritable bowel syndrome (IBS), 61, 67, 71, 86, 133, 172

Jars, wide-mouth, 205

Joint pain. See also Arthritis

broths for, 156

digestion and, 75, 78

fibromyalgia and, 12

lupus and, 40–41

remedies for, 191

Journaling

Food Diary, 161–162

gratitude journal, 95

listening to body and, 110

Judgment

of body, outer appearance, 31

compassion instead of, 24, 53

diets, weight and, 31, 88

loving adjustments instead of, 99, 118

thoughts, body signals and, 106–107, 110, 114

Juicers, 207

Khadro, Ahlea, about, xii, 363

Khanna, Vikas, 9, 124

Kidneys

acne problems and, 34, 35

cleansing, castor-oil packs for, 174

diet soda impacting, 77

fear in, 11, 18

lupus and, 40

magnesium and, 181, 182, 183, 184, 187

methylation and, 81

sugar and, 126

Kissing hand, 94

Kitchen

appliances and equipment, 206–207

basics for, 205

food storage for trips, 209–210

tools and supplies, 205, 207–209

Knives, 205, 208

Labels, reading, 126, 141–143

Lao-tzu, 195

Large intestine (colon), 63, 70–71, 72, 90, 183

Leaky gut syndrome, 61, 69

Lick the Sugar Habit (Appleton), 126

Life, asking for help, 42, 95

Lifestyle

affecting digestion, 83–84

affirmations for. See Affirmations

improving how you digest life, 94–95

making things easier, 83–84

Lipton, Bruce, Ph.D., 10, 61, 79, 81

Listening Meditation, 118–120

Listening to body. See Body, listening to

Liver

affirmation for health of, 97

castor-oil packs helping, 174

characteristics and functions, 63, 69–70

digestive system illustrated, 63

dryness problems, 90

magnesium and, 181, 184

signs of issues with, 70

soda intake and, 77

sugar/sweeteners and, 126

triphala for, 181

Lo han guo, 150, 236

Lomonaco, Michael, 102

Love

feeding yourself, 95

focusing on, 15–16

Loving yourself

affirmation for your greatest story, 201

affirmations for. See Affirmations

affording to eat healthfully and, 36–38

benefits of, 4

difficulty in, 4

exercises for. See Exercises references

health issues and, 3–4, 13–14, 197–200

healthy body, mind and, 37

refinding yourself, 59

road map for best health, 195–201

self-acceptance and, 30

7 Steps to Eat, Think, and Love Yourself to Great Health summary, 197–198

starting your own love story, vii–ix

taking care of yourself and, 10–11

your greatest love story, 200201

L-tryptophan, 173, 189, 191

Lunch bags, insulated, 210

Lupus, 6, 40–41, 128

Lyme disease, 6, 12–13

Magnesium, 181–187

constipation and, 169

contraindications, 187

deficiency, stages and symptoms, 182–184

forms of, selecting, 185–187

as master-key mineral/importance of, 181, 182–184

testing levels, 184–185

vitamin D and, 182

The Magnesium Miracle (Dean), 182

Malabsorption symptoms, 78–79

Maple syrup, 149, 236

Margarine, 33

Measuring tools, 207

Meat, 144–145

Media

clouding inner voice, 114

diet, 31–32

inciting fear, guilt, shame, 28–29, 31

negative programming of, 28–30, 114

stopping engaging with violence/negativity, 94

Meditation

about: getting quiet and still, 109–110

“Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Digestion” Treatment and Meditation, 96–99

Listening, 118–120

Reconnecting to the Earth and All Things, 22–24

Melatonin, 173

Memory and learning issues, 61, 66, 68, 76, 82, 84–86, 124, 184

Mercury, in fillings, 64–66

Metabolic healing, 93

Methylation

defined, 79

factors affecting, 80–82

health issues related to, 79–80

issues, symptoms of, 82

MTHFR and, 80, 82–83, 91

processed food impacting, 82–83

testing, 80

vitamin B and, 68, 82–83

Methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase (MTHFR), 80, 82–83, 91

Migraines. See Headaches or migraines

Mindfulness, in eating, 94, 122, 123–124, 163–164. See also Present, being in

Mineral baths, warm, 174

Mirror work and affirmations. See also Affirmations

about: process of using, 16–17

getting started, 16–20

tips for starting out, 17–19

Mixing bowls, 207

Molasses, 149, 223, 236

Monosodium glutamate (MSG), 129, 142, 232

Moods

client stories, 90–92

dehydration and, 152

digestion and, 61, 79, 85

fat intake elevating, 85

food and, 85, 124–125

food diary documenting, 161–162

magnesium and, 181, 183, 186

methylation and, 79, 80

remedies, 191

serotonin and, 85

soft/energy drinks and, 76

sweet and savory booster, 247

sweeteners and, 128

unrefined fats, oils and, 135, 153

vitamin B12 and, 68

Mouth

chewing food and, 64

digestive system and, 63

functions of, 63, 64

oral health and, 64

silver mercury fillings alert, 64–66

MSG. See Monosodium glutamate (MSG)

MTHFR (methylenetetrahydrofolate reductase), 80, 82–83, 91

Multiple sclerosis, 6, 126, 128, 184, 186

Muscular dystrophy, 44

Nature, aligning with, 195–196

Nature, being in, 24

Negative thoughts and beliefs

becoming beliefs/habits, 7–8

eliminating, viii

exercises for, 28

identifying, 28

media feeding into, 28–30

never focusing on body with, 89

physiological effects, 7–8

stress and, 7–8

Nonstick pans, 208–209

Obesity rates, 31

Oils. See Fats and oils

Olestra, 134–135

Omega-3/omega-6 fatty acids, 153

Ox bile, 177

Packaged foods. See Processed foods

Pain, listening to, 112

Pancreas, 63, 69, 126, 148

Parkinson’s disease, 33, 129, 183

Patterns, 107–108

Peelers, 205

Pendulum, for decisions, 102–103, 116

Perfection

“Accepting My Physical Perfection” Treatment, 96

following intuition and, 114

“Healthy Body, Healthy Mind, Healthy Digestion” Treatment and Meditation, 96–99

recognizing yours, 29–30

Pernicious anemia, 6, 67, 82

Pesticides, 131

Phytonutrients, 132

Poop. See Stool (poop)

Potassium bromate, 140, 143, 234

Pots and pans, 208–209

Premenstrual syndrome (PMS), 61, 91, 181, 184, 191, 299

Preparing Meals affirmation, 163

Present, being in, 8, 24, 49, 52, 108–109, 118

Probiotics, 170, 171, 172, 175

Processed foods

cravings and, 156–157

food additives and, 139–140

grains, 154–155

healthy, whole foods instead of, 36–40, 123–124, 125, 143–144, 154–155, 157–161

high-fructose corn syrup and, 77, 127

“hundred-year lie” about medicine and, 32–33

methylation and, 82–83

MSG and, 129

natural sweeteners instead of, 148–151

negative effects of, 32–34, 36–37, 58, 70, 75–79, 82–83, 139–143

trans fats and, 135

Protein

animal, vegetarians and, 145

excitotoxins, 129, 142, 232

factory-farmed meat, poultry, eggs, dairy, 136–137

food combining and, 179

hydrolyzed, 142

MSG cloaked as, 129, 142

nuts and seeds for, 155

Psoriasis, 6, 79

Psyllium husks, 169

Pumpkin seeds, Styrian, 170

Quietness, being in, 109–110. See also Meditation

Rash, severe acne and, 34–35

Recipes. See Index of Recipes and Menus

Reconnecting

with family and community, 13–14, 24

filling environment with things that connect you to love, 94

health and, 13–14

Meditation: Reconnecting to the Earth and All Things, 22–24

Some Beautiful Ways to Reconnect, 24

Remedies. See Home remedies; Magnesium; Supplements; specific remedies

Responsibility

only for yourself, 95

worrying about shirking, 115

Return to Rivers: Recipes and Memories of the Himalayan River Valleys (Khanna), 9, 124

Rheumatoid arthritis, 6, 313

Road map, for best health, 195–201

Robbins, Morley, 184–185, 186

Salad spinner, 208

The Schwarzbein Principle II (Schwarzbein), 88–89

Scleroderma, 6

Self

caring for and loving, 10–11. See also Loving yourself

developing relationship with, 109

disconnection from, dis-ease and, 11. See also Disconnection

empowering, 41–43

health mirroring relationship to, 9–10

illness as invitation to change relationship with, 9

listening to. See Body, listening to

reconnecting with. See Reconnecting

responsibility only for, 95

taking time for, 38–40

taking time to nourish, 160–161

7 Steps to Eat, Think, and Love Yourself to Great Health, summary, 197–198

Shopping list, 220–236

about: overview of, 220

animal protein, 224–225

condiments and extras, 227–228

fats and oils, 228–229

foods to avoid, 230–234

fruit/sweeteners, 223–224

grains, 224, 236

herbs, spices, and sea salt, 226–227

how much to buy, 220

how to use, 220

master list, 230–236

nut butters, 226

nuts and seeds, 225, 236

teas and beverages, 229

vegetables, 221–223

Side effects, of drugs, 45

Silver mercury fillings, 64–66

Simplicity, moving to, 18, 83, 95

Skin problems, 6, 61, 79, 133. See also Acne, severe; Eczema; Psoriasis

Sleep

digestion and, 59, 61, 74, 86

documenting food intake and, 162

methylation and, 81

remedies for insomnia, apnea, other problems, 181, 191

serotonin and, 85

Slow cookers, 206

Small intestine, 63, 69, 90, 133, 169–170, 178

Small intestine bacterial overgrowth (SIBO), 78, 170, 173

Smoothies, green, 199

Snacks and treats, 160. See also Index of Recipes and Menus

Soda, problems with, 76–77, 79

Soft drinks, energy drinks, 76–77

Soup, blended, 199

Soups

about: travel storage containers, 209

Soy, avoiding, 136

Spatulas, 208

Sphincters, 66, 70, 90, 172

Spice jars, 210

Spices. See Herbs and spices

Stevia, 150, 224, 236

Stillness, being in, 109–110. See also Meditation

Stomach

acid, improving, HCL testing and, 175–177

common health challenges, 66

digestive system illustrated, 63

food movement from esophagus to, 66–67

functions of, 63

intrinsic factor and, 63, 66

thoughts, feelings impacting, 83

Stool (poop), 71–74. See also Constipation; Diarrhea

Bristol Stool Scale, 72, 73

healthy, signs of, 71

metaphysical meaning of, 72–74

unhealthy, signs of, 71–72

Storage tips, for trips, 209–210

Stovetop pots/bowls, 208

Strainers, 208

Stress

chronic, 7–8, 16

cravings and, 85, 157, 189

digestion and, 59, 61, 67, 78, 85–86, 92. See also Methylation and

food combining and, 178

magnesium and, 182

melatonin, L-tryptophan and, 173

methylation and, 79–80, 81

negative thoughts, beliefs, habits and, 7–8

physiological effects, 7–8

reducing/releasing, 16–17, 67, 81, 95, 173, 178, 189, 191

relationship to self and, 9–10

taking responsibility for, 95

willpower and, 86–87

Strickland, Reata, 37

Strokes, 68, 77, 184

Styrian pumpkin seeds, 170

Subscription food programs, 158

Sugar

ADHD and, 125

alternative names for, 126

annual consumption, 126

artificial sweeteners and, 127–128

clouding inner voice, 112

effects on children, 125

high-fructose corn syrup and, 77, 127, 141, 230

listening to your body on, 124–125

reasons to avoid, 124, 126

severe acne, rash and, 34–35

sucrose, 126

types of, 126

Sulfites, 140, 143, 234

Supplements. See also Home remedies; Magnesium

assessing fit for you, 167–168

CoQ10, 180

HCl, 176–177

for methylation, 81

for overall health, 180–187

precautions for starting, 166–168

for smoothie recipes, 229

“start-up symptoms,” 167

triphala, 181, 190

unmasking deficiencies, 167

vitamin B12 and B complex, 68, 180

vitamin C, 180

Swedish bitters, 176

Sweeteners. See also Sugar; specific sweeteners

artificial, 127–128

to avoid, 127–128, 141, 230–231

balancing, reducing cravings, 151

high-fructose corn syrup (HFCS), 77, 127, 141, 230

natural, to emphasize, 148–151

reading labels for, 141

Symptoms

of digestive challenges, 60–61

of gluten intolerance, 133

listening to, 104–105, 106

of liver issues, 70

Tannahill, Reay, 58

Teas, making, 188, 218

Teeth

healthy digestion and, 64

silver mercury fillings alert, 64–66

soft/energy drinks and, 76

Thoughts

affecting digestion, 83–86

health and, 3, 32

listening to body and, 106–107. See also Body, listening to

negative. See Negative thoughts and beliefs

Tools and supplies, 205, 207–209

Travel, food storage tips, 209–210

Triphala, 181, 190

Trusting Life affirmation, 22

Ubiquinol (CoQ10), 180

Ulcerative colitis, 61, 71

Ulcers, 66, 79

Vegetables. See also Index of Recipes and Menus

blue/purple, 146

broths from, 156

cultured, 178

emphasizing, 145–146, 235

green, 145–146

green-powder drinks, 146

orange, 145

red, 145

white, 146

yellow, 145

Vegetarians and vegans, 144–145

Vision Exercise, 46–53

Vision problems, 126

Vitamin B12 and B complex, 180

challenges digesting, 66

deficiency symptoms, 67–68

deficiency treatment, 68

forms of, 180

importance of, 67

intrinsic factor and, 63, 66

as master-key vitamin, 67–68

methylation and, 68, 82–83

supplements, 68, 180

Vitamin C, 180

Vitamin D, 182

Vitamix blender, 206

Vitiligo, 6, 68

Water intake. See Hydration

Water, type to drink, 152

Weight

after giving birth, 89

as common health focus, 30–31

excess, representing protection need, 89

fattening of America, 34

obesity rates, 31

obsession with, 30–31

qi (“chee”) and, 89

soft/energy drinks and, 76

Weight loss

client story, 93

obsession with, 30–31

Wenk, Gary L., 196

Whisks, 208

Whole foods, 24, 143–145, 156–157, 198–200

Wide-mouth containers, 209

Willpower

blood sugar and, 76, 87, 216, 324

gut impacting, 86–87

temptations and, 87

Willpower: Rediscovering the Greatest Human Strength (Baumeister), 87

Winfrey, Oprah, 102

Women

losing weight after giving birth, 89

media inciting fear, guilt, shame of, 28–29

as sexual objects, 29

Xylitol, 150, 223, 236

You Can Heal Your Life (Hay), 27–28, 83

Your Brain on Food: How Chemicals Control Your Thoughts and Feelings (Wenk), 196

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