Tuesday, January 8, 2008

Juice Feasting - Day 26

Woke feeling alert and energized today . . . AGAIN!

I am so glad to be doing the juice feasting. It is just what I needed.

I have really come to love taking the bee pollen during the feast. It is so satisfying. It also really seems to boost my energy for the day so I take it in the mornings. I was doing some more reading on bee pollen and was so impressed that I thought I would share some of the findings: f

BEE POLLEN:
All essential amino acids, minerals, including phosphorus, potassium, magnesium, calcium, copper, manganese, iron and zinc, some trace minerals, all B vitamins, including B-12 [one of the few vegeterian sources of B-12], Folic Acid, Panthothenic Acid, Rutin, Lecithin, RNA, DNA and enzymes. It also contains anti-oxidants, including flavanoids, beta-carotene, Vitamins C and E, and Lycopene. Research has shown that bee pollen contains a substance which inhibits the development of numerous harmful bacteria, including E. Coli.

Clincial studies have shown that bee pollen has a regulatory effect on intestinal function, relieving even the most stubborn constipation. Studies also show that bee pollen is high enzymes and co-enzymes. Enzymes are necessary in the body for digestive and immune functions. The enzymes present in bee pollen are especially important for a balanced chemical metabolism. This balancing or regulating function may be the key factor in bee pollen's ability to assist in weight regulation.

Bee pollen is approximately 25% complete protein containing at least 18 amino acids, more than 12 vitamins, 28 minerals, 11 enzymes and co-enzymes, 14 beneficial fatty acids, and 11 carbohydrates. Bee pollen is low in calories at 90 calories per oz. (approx. 2 tsps.). It contains Lecithin which helps dissolve and flush fat out of the body, which in turn lowers low density lipoproteins (LDL) and raises high-density lipoproteins (HDL).

Bee pollen stimulates metabolism and curbs the appetite due to its Phenylalanine content [one of the essential amino acids]. It is also a powerful antioxidant (one of the highest) and has a high polyphenol content -- a super bioflavinoid.








Today's Juices:

1 quart - water, MSM, lemon
1 quart - spinach, celery, tomato, cilantro, jalapeno, lemon, cayenne
1 quart - tomato, cilantro, lemon, cayenne
1 quart - carrot, beet, apple, ginger
1 pint - carrot, beent, apple, ginger
1 pint - young coconut water
1 quart - water

Supplements:
Bee Pollen, Royal Jelly, B-12, Kelp, Marine Phytoplankton, Vitalzyme, Enzymes
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