Wellness
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When the elements of life are in balance, wellness happens naturally. It is normal to have an affinity towards some but not all of the elements of wellness. Wild Free Organic is here to guide you on your journey towards a balanced healthy lifestyle and provide new paths of exploration.
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Fasting for Beginners
Fasting is the process of abstaining from all food, and by activating different aspects of human biology, fasting is an incredible healing tool that can be used to reduce inflammation throughout the body, lose weight, heal the gut, reset the microbiome, improve the immune system, and much more. Get started on the first foot with this beginners guide to fasting.
The Secret to Longevity
In the field of science it's generally accepted that the simpler the theory, the better. This concept widely applies to life, and as it relates to health and longevity there is a very simple concept you can apply into your lifestyle that few people are aware of. Learn about it here!
Best Supplements for Brain Fog
Brain fog and overall mental fatigue is a serious health concern that effects executive decision making, focus and memory, and also emotional status. The symptoms of brain fog itself make it difficult to treat, so the use of natural supplements like herbs is a great strategy for quickly making in-roads into the treatment of the condition.
How to Heal Leaky Gut with Fasting
16, 24, and 48 hour fasts are one of if not the best way to heal leaky gut easily and effectively. By giving the digestive system time to rest from the rigors of digestion and by activating autophagy, digestive barriers can be restored to their normal integrity and leaky gut is healed.
Coffee and Digestion - The Complete Guide
Coffee is enjoyed the world over, and its destabilizing effects on digestion have been experienced by a majority of people who drink coffee. By effecting the autonomic nervous system coffee influences digestion, but if the right steps are taken, coffee can improve digestion and favorably alter the microbiome.
Apigenin is Nature's most Powerful Flavonoid
When it comes to fighting cancer few other phytochemicals if any can match the effects of apigenin. Apigenin is a flavonoid most notably found in parsley and chamomile flowers that in addition to its powerful anticancer effects also improves mental health disorders, heals the gut and microbiome, is neuroprotective, and so much more! Learn more about apigenin and the best way to supplement with it.
5 Incredible Health Benefits to Pumpkin Seeds
Pumpkins are a large squash that can grow to exceptional size, and the real treasure of pumpkins is their seeds. Pumpkin seeds have many notable health benefits, from their excellent micronutrient and macronutrient profiles to their anti-microbial and anti-parasitic effects. Learn the top five reasons why you should regularly include pumpkin seeds into your diet.
Dangers of Pesticides
Herbicides are chemicals used to kill or affect plant growth, and they were first created in the 1940's for use in war. Now in the 21st century herbicides are the most commonly used pesticide, and residues from herbicides like glyphosate and chlorpropham can be found in most foods. 90% of Americans have pesticides or byproducts in their body, and this can cause serious and deadly health effects.
Health Benefits of Panax Ginseng
Asian ginseng is one of the most popular herbal supplements in the world. Panax ginseng has been used for millennia in Eastern traditions as a medicinal herb for its health-giving properties. It’s proven to be safe, and modern scientific research has now proven many of it’s widely known health benefits such as reduced risk of cancer and a strengthened immune system.
Improve Digestion in Three Steps
If you suffer from gastrointestinal issues, then careful attention needs to be paid to your meals and activities around meal time. With a simple three step method, you can radically improve your digestion and make progress in reclaiming your gut health.
Five Wellness Habits to Follow
Life moves fast, and when responsibilities and stress begin to pile up, bad habits can form which make the situation worse. While it takes time to create the wellness lifestyle you desire, you can speed up the process and reduce your stress in the process by following these five simple wellness habits.
Use Fasting to Reset the Digestive System
Fasting is a powerful tool which can be used to hit the reset button on an out-of-control microbiome. Fasting also provides the digestive system a chance to rest and heal. A 48 hour fast is the quickest method possible for favorably altering the microbiome and healing the gut, and its easier done than you think.
How to Reset Dietary Beliefs
Fad diets all have one thing in common: they tell you what you can't eat. Diets don't address the underlying psychology behind why overeating or poor health exist in the first place. Developing mindfulness and an inclusive, long-term mindset for diet and health is the first step towards sustainable lasting progress.
Daily Supplements for General Health
Micronutrients are best obtained naturally, but some vitamins and minerals are harder to obtain than others. Common nutrient deficiencies which remain untreated can lead to chronic health effects. To fortify your health in times of uncertainty and stress, supplementing with these five micronutrients will improve you wellness, alleviate the most common deficiencies, and increase your resiliency.
Dairy vs Plant Protein
Protein is an important macronutrient, used throughout the body. Protein supplements are one option for increasing protein intake, with diary and plant proteins both being commonly available. Dairy and plant proteins both have their pro and cons; let's discuss!