Marichiesa

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• Its my understanding that if you use it just get organic and Grade B. Its less refined. I don’t think toxicity is an issue as much as the super concentrated sugars it gives a body. I use it once in a blue moon. All things in moderation. Even Moderat…

  in What is the Deal with Maple Syrup? Comment by Marichiesa
• I agree with your take on things southernlover. My experience is very similar to yours. The more healthy fats( avo, hemp, olive oil etc.. ) I ingest the better my metabolism works. Just fruit and I blow up. Its also worth noting that the human body …

  in Craving Fats, lots of food, and Tired...help?! Comment by Marichiesa
• My husband and my daughter both have KP on their arms and legs. What seems to help them is dry skin brushing before showering and coconut oil. Rub a small amount, a little goes a long way until mostly absorbed. It helps draw the toxins out and heal …

  in Keratosis Pilaris Comment by Marichiesa
• Lordy, me too. Flax is a nightmare. Chia won’t move through me. The only thing my gut seems to tolerate is hempseeds. I’m relieved to hear other people have these issues too. Serious bummer. Bananas wrapped in romaine! Yummy.

  in Nut-free people: can you handle seeds? Comment by Marichiesa
• Great Point pianissima! I never breathe right. I’m always unconsciously holding my breath. Can you recommend any good dvd’s, classes, that teach meditation? Total non sequiter(sp?) I know but I’m looking into it for myself and my sister in law and h…

  in Interesting... Comment by Marichiesa
• Hey slosh, I totally get the raw food rigidity. I’ve been there and it is a total buzz kill. I’ve been eating a mostly raw foods diet for over a year now and in just the last month have relaxed my rules some. In a mental way this has been great. No …

  in Interesting... Comment by Marichiesa
• Manitoba Harvest distributes shelled hempseeds too. I’m on the hemp cheerleading squad too. It is super digestible and so good for you. Its a staple in my diet right now. Just 1 T or 2 in a smoothie is great. It also blends with water, cocoa, and sw…

  in Hemp Protein Comment by Marichiesa
• Can you find some asian market? A mom and pop korean or chinese foodstand maybe?? I know that might be tough but its a shot. I would think in Lancaster that you could get some really great local produce ( fresh almonds? maybe ) especially now that s…

  in NO WHOLE FOODS Comment by Marichiesa
• Hey Meditating, Thank you! That was a really well stated post. So how can individuals like yourself who ARE well informed about GMO’s help effectively educate our politicians as well as the general populace? On sites like this we are generally preac…

  in Obama Supports GMO Comment by Marichiesa
• Hey Meditating, Thank you! That was a really well stated post. So how can individuals like yourself who ARE well informed about GMO’s help effectively educate our politicians as well as the general populace? On sites like this we are generally preac…

  in Obama Supports GMO Comment by Marichiesa
• I often wonder how much our candidates actually understand about some of the projects that they support/gain funding for.I’m not suggesting they are dumb or hoodwinked but that they must be presented with so many requests for help that if something …

  in Obama Supports GMO Comment by Marichiesa
• I think the goal is to feel good. My periods are irregular but I still ovulate regularly every month.Before I went raw I had fibroids. Now I don’t. I have noticed that the months I have my periods I am more stressed than usual.All my bloodwork has c…

  in A Question For the Ladies Comment by Marichiesa
• luv it!

  in A Frank Zappa quote Comment by Marichiesa
• Gosh that is crazy! I’ve been jonesing for mushrooms recently too!! Must be in the cosmos.;0)

  in MUSHROOMS! Comment by Marichiesa
• oye vey.

  in URGENT MESSAGE EVERYONE! PLEASE LISTEN! Comment by Marichiesa
• I didn’t have to work so hard when I was younger either. Humbling isn’t it? I wish I could have appreciated my bod more 15 years ago!! I guess the cliched trade -off for wisdom as we age is true enough.( LOL)

  in great video on protein Comment by Marichiesa
• Hey Roadrunner, I’m not looking to bulk up like Mr. Universe but until I started lifting weights again I could literally watch my legs atophying before my eyes. There was exactly zero tone. I also could not lift things without straining my back and …

  in great video on protein Comment by Marichiesa
• I think his points are right on with one exception. In my personal experience I did not maintain enough lean muscle mass with raw foods alone and no exercise. He states that a raw diet alone w/o exercise will provide you with enough muscle and I sim…

  in great video on protein Comment by Marichiesa
• Thanks Guys for your input. I agree with your comments. I couldn’t help but note to myself that the so called asian diet that “thrives” on soy is actually primarily vegetable based. The amounts of soy eaten are nothing like what we tend to ingest in…

  in Soy Controversy Comment by Marichiesa
• Bluedolfin, Your posts are GREAT! Thanks for the dose of sanity. I’ve been a little concerned of late to see so many posts sounding so rigid and unforgiving. Why oh why are we so unkind to ourselves? Raw foods are part of a terrific change in eating…

  in i was tricked! Comment by Marichiesa
• I used to love pretzels too. Maybe try a cracker recipe using chia seeds. They have atexture and crunch that is reminicent of pretzels. Or possibly create a savory buckwheat pretzel? Good Luck!

  in Pretzel Substitute Comment by Marichiesa
• That is extremely cool!! Awesome to get unbiased feedback from professionals not fellow groupies. ;o)

  in Glowing Skin! Comment by Marichiesa
• Hey there, I’m glad you are trying to get over your fat phobia! Its not all bad. Try alternating different fats daily so you do not consume too much in general. ie; nuts/seeds one day avocado another. Disregard said advice if you are already doing t…

  in worried about fat content Comment by Marichiesa
• Do you know what? I think it was the brazil nuts. I never eat them otherwise. Cashews cause problems too. So it probably was the brazil nuts. Yowza.

  in Are there any raw hemp protein mixes out there? Comment by Marichiesa
• This topic really intrigues me because I find that I need more protein than others perhaps. And I’ve read oodles on the protein issue. Honestly it always comes down to the individual. I eat lots of greens but found that my muscle tone was not as it …

  in Are there any raw hemp protein mixes out there? Comment by Marichiesa
• Oh and I’ve done the salt water thing. Ugh. Never again. Yes it cleaned me out but as I have tendency to retain water all that sodium ( even celtic sea salt) was heinous. Blech!

  in Does anyone else feel a bit 'iffy' about MC? Comment by Marichiesa
• I think people who swear by it as a lifestyle are a bit overzealous ( imho ) but if you approach it from the perspective of a simple fast it will not harm you in the long term. Its just a way to provide your digestive system a break while supplying …

  in Does anyone else feel a bit 'iffy' about MC? Comment by Marichiesa
• I think its really unique to the individual. If you do not experience gas, bloating, any abdominal discomfort really and you are passing regular stools then eat in whatever combo you like! If any of the above do happen, note what you ate together an…

  in importance of food combining? Comment by Marichiesa
• Perhaps you should add in strength training two to three times per week. Is there any possibility that you are not eating enough and exercising too much? I know it sounds counter intuitive. But I mention this because I am experiencing a similar plat…

  in Ideal intake for weight loss on Raw Comment by Marichiesa
• Queenfluff, I shoulda known you were a virgo. Me too. Ditto with the career changes. Its that constant virgoean quest to improve. Arg! Okay. Back to your dillema. You are def in a rough spot. BUT you have a bunch of marketable skills and clearly a l…

  in Career Change, Financial Trouble and what do I do next? Comment by Marichiesa