Wow, 10 is a lot! One thing you can start to do to help you de-stress is take magnesium oil. A few sprays (about 6 on each arm) of this natural mineral on your forearms about 30 mins before going to sleep at night will help your muscles and brain relax and you will get better quality sleep, which will in turn affect everything else from digestion, to mood, to concentration. Most of us are deficient in this mineral due to modern life stresses and the fact that it’s pretty much impossible to get it through nutrition alone these days. In a few days you should notice the difference in terms of how well you sleep, how bright you wake up, and how much more relaxed you feel… Check out http://www.magnesium.ie and get Ancient Minerals Transdermal Magnesium Oil. You can also use it on your body during the day to help you relax by the way.

Anna

Anna

Mung beans are rich in protein, vitamin C, folic acid, iron, zinc, potassium, magnesium, copper, manganese, phosphorus, thiamine.

They are also high in fibre, low in saturated fat, low in sodium, and contain no cholesterol. Because of the wide range of nutrients contained in mung beans, they offer a whole host of health benefits for the immune system, the metabolism, the heart and other organs, cell growth, protection against free radicals, and diseases such as cancer and diabetes.

The folic acid helps to lower the risk of heart disease, fights birth defects, contributes to normal cell growth, helps in the metabolism of proteins, and is essential for the formation of red blood cells and for healing processes in the body. Another B vitamin, thiamine, is needed to ensure that the nervous system functions properly. It is also important for releasing energy from carbohydrates. Manganese is a trace mineral that is key for energy production and antioxidant defenses. It is also necessary for the metabolism of carbohydrates, fats, and proteins, and can be helpful for the brain and nerves.

Magnesium helps the veins and arteries to relax, lessening resistance and improving the flow of blood, oxygen, and nutrients throughout the body. Research has shown that a deficiency of magnesium is not only associated with a heart attack but that immediately following a heart attack, a lack of magnesium promotes free radical damage to the heart.

The body requires copper in order to absorb iron and copper is also involved in the metabolism of protein.

Iron helps to build resistance to stress and disease and it is essential for the formation of hemoglobin, which carries oxygen from the lungs to every cell in the body. It is also part of key enzyme systems for energy production and metabolism. Potassium is necessary for maintaining the acid-alkaline balance in the blood and for muscle contraction and a normal heart beat.

Zinc is a well known immune system booster and can be helpful in fighting male infertility. Zinc aids healing processes in the body, growth, and tissue repair.

Like all legumes, mung beans are very high in fibre – more so than fruits and vegetables. The soluble fibre in mung beans captures cholesterol in the intestines, keeps it out of the blood stream, and carries it out of the body.

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Mung beans are rich in protein, vitamin C, folic acid, iron, zinc, potassium, magnesium, copper, manganese, phosphorus, thiamine.

They are also high in fibre, low in saturated fat, low in sodium, and contain no cholesterol. Because of the wide range of nutrients contained in mung beans, they offer a whole host of health benefits for the immune system, the metabolism, the heart and other organs, cell growth, protection against free radicals, and diseases such as cancer and diabetes.

During a fast drink lots of mineral water, liquorize tea in the morning – until about 2pm, and three tulsi tea afterwards. You can have organic coffee, without milk or sugar of course, but I'd avoid it as much as possible. If you have a tough workout scheduled and you think you need the boost, go for it though. During your fast you can do cardio, but if you have a strength training session scheduled for that day, I recommend you do it before you are due a meal, so you can eat after your workout and you'll feel better for it.

I hope this helps,

Anna