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Vitamin C, the Miracle Vitamin

Vitamin C is known to most people as a "good vitamin" that is to be found in oranges and is not stored in the body. It is time now to dust off the old view of this godsent vitamin and enlighten all and everyone about the benefits of vitamin C.

One guy that certainly is aware of the healing powers of vitamin C, is Alan, a dairy farmer from Australia, who had a severe case of swine flu in 2009 and also developed leukemia. The doctors wanted to turn off his life supporting machine, but thanks to his family insisting on they give him high doses of vitamin C, everything changed. See the touching video here. 



 

Forget about oranges, Camu is the powerhouse of vitamin C!



Eating vitamin C from a plant based source or via a tablet with synthetic ascorbic acid, is a mile wide difference. Vitamin C, in it's natural plant form, contains a full spectrum of many plant chemicals that works together and gives a complex and natural source of vitamin C. 
 
Camu camu is an Amazon berry that has the highest content of vitamin C known to man. It also contains minerals such as potassium, calcium, iron, beta-carotene and three amino acids. Camu tastes fresh and tart, and you can use the powder in your smoothies, in juice or any raw sweets you would like. The powder has as much as 16-20% C-vitamin, it's 30-60 times more than oranges!
 
 

Universal healer



Vitamin C is a water soluble vitamin, that can be taken in high dosages in need. The body will dispose the excess vitamin C through the urine. What the daily dosage should be, is a matter of discussion, as different bodies has different needs in different situations. 
 
Vitamin C is one of the most important nutrient, and science have repeatedly indicated that it is a strong protection against the big killing diseases of today and gives a stronger immunity for a longer life. Eating Camu camu instantly freshen up the mind and mood, mental activity and the overall condition. The powder is also kills virus and bacteria. One to two teaspoons a day is a good dosage. Camu doesen't have any side effects. 



 

Health benefits of Camu camm

• Has anti-mutagenic effects.


• Cleanses the blood vessles and lowers blood preassure.  


• Heals the nervous system.


• Restrains and prevents Alzheimers, Parkinsons and dementia.


• Has a positive effect against depression, anxiety, nervousness and panic attacks.
• Increases mental clarity and learning. Works well against "brain fog".


• Nurtures muscles and keeps them in good condition. Muscles that don't get enough vitamin C, will start to sag. Your bum as well as your heart. A malnurushed heart can become deformed in time.


• A lot of vision problems are a result of stress that effects the muscles around the eye. In some cases vitamin C can help. 


• Is Anti-aging!


• Is Anti-inflammatory. Inflammation drains vitamin C from the body, and will in time weaken the connective tissue. Vitamin C is also great for gum problem and herpes.


• Camu is healing for the liver and all liver related diseases, also liver cancer. The antioxidants in the berry helps the liver to cleanse.


• Migraine: In combination with cutting off all aspartam sweeteners and toxins in food and start using Camu, you can get a positive effect against migraine.
 


Super simple Camu balls, makes about 10



• 0.5 cups of Dates

• 1 cup of Walnuts

• 1 pinch of himalayan salt

• 1.5 teaspoon of Camu camu

• 1 teaspoon of Mesquite



Pit and soak the Dates for a couple of minutes. In a food processor, make a flour of the Walnuts, Salt, Camu and Mesquite. Add the soaked Dates and process until you have a dough. Form balls of the doug that you roll in Hemp seeds, Cacao, shredded coconut or what ever you feel like. These are tasty to nibble on after a meal, or keep them by your computer.

 

[What is Mesquite?]                           

Raw Mesquite is a light brown powder, which is made by grinding the pods from the Mesquite tree. Due to the amount of fibers, it balances your blood sugar and requires longer time to digest, therefore it prevents hunger. It also contains 16 % protein and 15 different important minerals. Mesquite is suitable for diabetics.
 
Taste: It tastes and smells like fudge and caramel and has a bit of a sweetening effect.
Usage: Mesquite makes your fillings, mouses and smoothies more creamy.
Dosage: In a smoothie a couple of teaspoons to one or two tablespoons.

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