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THE BODY AND SOUL ummer is the perfect time to enjoy fresh leafy greens like spinach, chard, cabbage, collard greens, and kale. Greens are high in fiber, vitamins, and other phytonutrients, making them important for your overall health. They include cognitive effects such as increased memory, and a boost in neurotransmitters. Leafy greens contain a variety of beneficial chemical compounds, they work together to support a healthy inflammatory response to protect you from chronic illness. Nettles are a wonderful weed that grow abundantly here in Portugal. They are rich in vitamins A, C, K1, and minerals like magnesium, potassium, calcium, and iron. Nettles are known for their nourishing effects on the glandular system, as well as cleaning, purifying, and oxygenating the blood. By taking a daily nettle supplement you can really build up your nutrient stores while you enjoy your daily dose of fresh greens! If you are looking for a reputable source for stinging nettles tincture, Polycultured is a great local source for tinctures and other artisanal goods. Order a stinging nettles tincture by mail at www.polycultured.com/portugal. Press on the roof Tense people have tense jaw muscles. To release this tension, simply press on the roof of the mouth behind the front teeth, with your tongue.
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The wonderful world of Super Greens!
ALOE-HA SMOOTHIE ● 150 ml of water ● ½ lime juice ● 2 ripe bananas ● 100-150 g cucumber washed but not peeled ● 50g baby spinach leaves washed ● 100 g green frozen grapes ● ¼ avocado ● 70 g fresh aloe vera gel ● Blender 3-4 minutes and add more water if required
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✤ Spirulina face mask ✤ Avocado cream facial ✤ Vegan aromatherapy body massage ✤ Cucumber & mint foot mask ✤ Coconut sugar & lavender foot scrub ✤ Vegan refreshment ✤ 90 minutes of luxury for your body
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The back of your hands are the way to tap into calm. The lightest possible upwards stroke with the fingertips helps to induce a relaxed state.
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