Simplistic Skin! GLOW INSIDE & OUT CHEMICAL FREE

Chemicals In Your Skin Care

We all strive to be healthy & glowing from the inside out but forget one important factor.... CHEMICAL EXPOSURE! In today's world we are surrounded by pollution, chemicals & false marketing from Major Cosmetic Companies whom paint a picture of healthy skin through air brushed models & the promise of a healthy GLOW!

We focus so much energy & time on what we eat, the supplements we take & our exercise routines that we forget about what we are putting on our skin, the chemicals used in most big brand name cosmetics as listed below are not only being absorbed through the skin into your system but reeking havoc on your insides & causing free radical damage. The skin is actually quite an uncomplicated organ & only needs the basics to be happy, nourished & glowing.

The skin naturally produces SEBUM from the Sebaceous Gland which is an oil used in the protection & hydration of the skin. When the skin is dehydrated or dried out from over cleansing with harsh chemicals it can then over produce causing skin issues like blemishes, blackheads & white heads. So as you see can see, THE SKIN IS NOT COMPLICATED! Don't be sucked in to gimmicks, marketing & false promises as if you EAT WELL, KEEP HYDRATED & USE A BASIC NATURAL SKIN CARE RANGE YOUR SKIN & INSIDES WILL BLOSSOM WITH VITALITY.

Common Chemicals To Watch:

• Parabens
• Mineral Oils
• Paba & EDTA
• Petro Chemicals
• All Sulphates
• preservatives
• animal derivatives

Here is a link to an A-Z list of harmful chemicals used in your comercial skin care & cosmetics. When unsure always check your labels against this list.

http://www.naturalinstinct.com.au/pdf/Advanced%20Natural%20Formula%20(Excluded%20Ingredients%20List).pdf 

This is the BIBLE when it comes to additives in not only your food but cosmetics. This book can be purchased from all good book stores, healthfood stores & online from the link below.

http://www.chemicalmaze.com/

Nutrition Tips:

• Keep hydrated, allot of skin issues can be resolved with simply increasing your daily water intake.
• Cut out refined sugars & foods high in saturated fats. (PACKAGED FOODS)
• Keep your blood sugar levels regulated e.g. skipping meals, have small snacks throughout the day.
• many brands claim to put high potency Vitamin C on your skin when in fact it is much better to take a good quality Vitamin C powder e.g. Collagen synthesis.
• Add Super Greens & Fresh Juices into your daily routine as this combats free radical damage, Oxidative stress & increases your intake of Antioxidants.
• Eating a balanced diet full of wholefoods, Maxim hydration & limited packaged foods will have not only your skin glowing but your insides to.
• RELAX -  stress also is a major precursor in oxidative stress which in turn effects your skin. Enjoy Yoga, Meditation, Reading, Painting or whatever it may be that gives you time out for YOU at least 3 times per week.

Brands I love To Suit All Budgets:

• http://www.naturalinstinct.com.au/Home.aspx/Index - Affordable & Sustainable
• http://www.sukinorganics.com/ - Affordable & Sustainable
• http://orgess.com/ - VERY SPECIAL LIP BALMS & BODY CREAMS Which are all in Biodegrdable packaging.
• http://www.mionegroup.com/ - 100% CERTIFIED ORGANIC
• http://www.koraorganics.com/ - SPECIAL PRODUCTS & SUSTAINABLE
• http://www.antipodesnature.com/ - All Natural Cosmetics & Skincare
• http://www.livingnature.com/ - SPECIAL PRODUCTS DIRECT FROM NATURE.

NOW YOU ALL HAVE THE TOOLS & KNOWLEDGE, GO CLEAN OUT THOSE CUPBOARDS & REPLENISH WITH ALL NATURAL PRODUCTS AS THIS WILL NOT ONLY NOURISH YOUR SKIN BUT YOUR INSIDES TO. PEACE

Digestive issues, Fatigue, Poor Immunity? Pre & Probiotics for LIFE!

Pre & Probiotics

Prebiotics... how healthy is the enviroment in which your Probiotic good bacteria can live, strive & maintain an effective & healthy digestive balance within your digestive tract... Most people start with a probiotics, when in fact you are much better off to start with a pre & probitoc as the prebiotics not only interior decorate the living environment for the probiotics but feed them, making them vital & serving their purpose to the best of their ability.

In this day & age many health conditions are related to poor gut flora like Chronic Fatigue, headaches, IBS, Bloating & many other common conditions. This is caused because if you don't have the GUT integrity e.g. a health environment for your gut flora to live in & getting your probiotics daily it can cause the villi in the small intestine to die or shorten, this means that you can have all the abundant food in your diet but may not be getting any of the nutrients from them as all the nutrients from the foods we consume are absorbed in the small intestine by our villi, so healthy gut flora = healthy villi which = a healthy & abundant you.

There are many foods in which we can get our prebiotics & probiotics from. However with the beat of the daily grind it can be hard to get these in your daily diet so another great way to do this is through purchasing a good quality Pre & Probiotic powder of caps from your local Nutritionist, Naturopath or Heath food store. I cant stress enough the importance of a healthy digestive system & how incorporating this into your daily diet will keep you vital through maintaining not only maximum absorption of nutrients but a strong immune system & healthy digestive system. Enjoy the essence of good bacteria & nourish the bodies most important system for optimal health. 

The Benefits of Pre & Probiotics together: 

• Helping to prevent Bloating, IBS & Constipation.
• Improves Immunity
• Protecting the gut of harmful Microorganisms
• Maintain healthy Villi of the small intestine
• Stabilising Blood glucose levels
• Improving absorption of Minerals & Vitamins
• Helps to lower triglyceride levels
• can help in Chronic & Acute disease states e.g. Stomach bugs.

Sources of Prebiotics:

• Bananas
• berries
• Raw oats
• legumes
• greens
• flaxseed

Sources of Probiotics:

• Fermented foods like Miso, Natto & Tempeh
• Kefir Yoghurt
• Cultured dairy products

To survive the festive season make sure you are taking a good quality Pre & Probiotic supplement as this will insure the maintenance of your digestive system whilst consuming festive indulgences.

Yours in Health, Peace :-)

Nutritionist Dayne Crocker & SUPER GREENS + MAKE IT + SHAKE IT + DRINK IT

SUPER GREENS!

MAKE IT – SHAKE IT – DRINK IT

 Super greens are fast becoming a daily ritual for your general health enthusiast & for good reason, this potent mix of phyto nutrients, Antioxidants, Vitamins & Minerals will have your insides cleansed with purity, your eyes beaming white, skin glowing with vibrancy, vitality & health. Below you will find my favourite 4 super greens that I have on a daily basis & what health benefits are associated with each.

 When Purchasing your super greens I find it beneficial to find one that has all four in the mix, certified organic & if available to you from a bulk health food store as this way you know exactly what your getting & tends to be more affordable.

 Super Greens are so versatile & can be added to most foods. My favourite way of having mine are as follows. Tip: Orange Juice, Vitamin C aids in the absorption of Iron & tastes divine.

1. Freshly Squeezed 1 Orange & 1 Serve of Super Greens.
2. Go Green Banana, Agave, Blueberry, & Super Green Smoothie.
3. Fresh Vegetable Juice, Beetroot, Carrot, Tomato, Lemon, Ginger & Super Greens.

Super 4 Greens

1. Spirulina Is jam packed with over 100 nutrients, exceptionally Vitamin A & is considered to be the most complete food group in the world as it is a complete protein. It is full of antioxidants, Aids detoxification & has a antimicrobial effect on the body which aids immunity. Many studies have been conducted on Spirulina and its adverse affects on patients suffering from HIV, Heart Disease, Influenza & herpes.
2. Chlorella  was first discovered in the 1960's & earned its credit due to it's extraordinary high levels of Zinc, Iron Magnesium, B Vitamins, Antioxidants A, C & E together with Essential Fatty Acids you can see why this little algae is so beneficial in not only your every day overall health but in acute & chronic sickness like influenza.
3. Barley Grass Has been around for centuries & was actually found to be cultivated in Roman Times, hence their beauty blossomed through the ages. With its high amounts of Antioxidants, Vitamins, Minerals & in particular calcium, somewhat compared to a glass of milk, 10 times more Calcium & 6 times more vitamin C then A glass of Orange juice, you can see why the Romans were onto such a vital green in their everyday routine.
4. Wheatgrass Is not only extremely high in Vitamins, Minerals & Antioxidants as mentioned in the above super greens but actually contains Eight of our essential Amino Acids, as these amino acids are essential we cannot make these & can only be obtained through ones diet. This versatile little green is also amazing in the fact that it is already in its broken down form, meaning it is pre digested & does not need digestive enzymes to break it down, this means it is highly bio available & the nutrients are easily absorbed. 

Dayne Crocker

Zen Soul Nutritionist

BODY BENEFITS! Trikonasana: Triangle pose

Trikonasana: Triangle pose.

Body Benefits for you!

>Stretches and strengthens muscles

>Helps align and strengthen spine

>Strengthens feet, back, arms, neck, shoulders and joints.

>Aids digestion, respiration and circulation.

>Rejuvenates spinal nerves, veins and tissues

>Increase flexibility in hips, ankles and knees.

>Great for menstrual discomforts and male reproductive disorders.

Zen Soul tip: Your ability to do the triangle will vary from day to day. Some days you will find it more difficult than others. Before you do this pose, close yours eyes and imagine yourself doing it with grace and ease. Doing the Triangle will boost your self-esteem and confidence needed to meet life's other challenges.

Do not hold for long periods of time if you are pregnant or menstruating, if you have high blood pressure or weak back muscles.

LINCOLN LEWIS does his very first Yoga class with Zen Soul.

LINCOLN LEWIS does his very first  Yoga class with Zen Soul. 

"I heard other actors like Matthew McConaughey and Brad Pitt do Yoga but i've never tried it" 

Lincoln was a little anxious at the start but not soon after a few warm up postures he was perfecting his moves.

How did Linc feel at the end of the class? "i feel really good. Hard to describe but I feel really good!" 

Will he be back?YES he confirms and we look forward to sharing more fun Zen Soul Play moves. Lincoln love the flying arch "Wow! feels so great on he back"

 

 ZEN SOUL

Move your body – nourish your soul – be yourself