How Cool Are Cucumbers?

Until I began studying nutritional biochemistry,  I didn't think cucumbers were very cool at all.  I saw them as a pretty unimportant vegetable.  Boy!  was I mistaken.   Cucumbers are now a top pick in my book and a vegetable I've listed on my top 25 Super Foods list. 

So What's So Cool About Cucumbers?   They are a great food for anybody,  they are a super food for athletes!

Cucumbers are a great source of vitamin C and caffeic acid which are great for soothing skin irritations and reducing swelling - a natural anti-inflammatory.  Of course, vitamin C is important for a strong immune system.   In addition, cucumbers are  rich in potassium and magnesium, two nutrients that help us with electrolyte balance and bone health.  They contain a mineral called silica which is essential to healthy connective tissue - intracellular connective tissue, muscles, tendons, ligaments, cartilage, & bone.

Because of the high water content in cucumbers it is naturally hydrating.  Hydration is vital to everyone, especially since the majority of people are in a constant state of mild dehydration.  Most people simply do not consume enough pure water.  Their high water content also makes them very alkaline so they hekp combat internal acidity.  This in turn helps with disease prevention, strengthens the immune system, helps lower high blood pressure, and helps prevent osteoporosis and/or maintain a healthy bone density.

Cucumbers can be used topically to soothe the skin, especially sunburned skin.   They help prevent water retention.  And when they are eaten skin and all - they provide a great source of dietary fiber which helps with digestion and maintaining a clean, healthy colon. 

So I would say if you like cucumbers - eat up!


 
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Upcoming Events
 
Boosting Immunity and Natural Healing with Nutrition and Essential Oils
Thursday Oct 28th  7:00 - 8:30pm  
1263  E. Evergreen St.   Mesa,  AZ  85203
Seating is limited,  please RSVP   to 800.775.0712  ex 7015
Special Gift for 1st 5 guests
 
 
Maximizing Sports Performance with Nutrition and Essential Oils
Saturday Oct 30th   6:15 - 6:45 AM (yep, early in the morning)
Freestone Park  in Gilbert, AZ   (Lindsey Rd, btwn  Guadalupe & Elliot)
Optional Group Run with the 1st Marathon Running Group to follow (~7:00 am)
 
 
Achieving and Maintaining Ideal Body Weight with Nutrition and Essential Oils
Thursday Nov 4th   7:00 - 8:30 pm
Location:  TBA
 
 
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To Your Best Health,
 
Melissa Guthrie
Fitness Trainer, Nutrition Coach,  Competitive Athlete, Healthy Cooking Enthusiast
BSc Nutritional Science, BSc  Exercise Physiology

What Do You Want to Know About Healthy Weight Loss, Balanced Nutrition, & Sports Performance?

I am continually amazed at how in a time in world history where we have instant access to information about any topic, we are at large a society still living in the dark ages when it comes healthy living. It is my personal mission to learn all I can so I can teach all I can and thus empower people with the solutions they seek and help them achieve their goals as they relate to health, fitness and body weight.

I'm taking my business on the road to teach and empower people around the globe - it is my mission to reach as many people as possible and make a positive difference for them. This week I'm in Arizona presenting on the following 3 topics. I invite you to join me.

• Balanced Sports Nutrition to Optimize Training, Performance & Recovery
• Maximizing Sports Performance & Fitness with Nutrition & Essential Oils
• Simple Steps to Achieve & Maintain Ideal Body Weight with Nutrition & Essential Oils
  
  Details about each event is found below:
  
  
  Attention runners, walkers, & sports enthusiasts!

Your nutrition habits can not only make or break your day to day training, they can be the primary difference between a stellar race day and a race day disaster. You are training hard, don't leave your results to chance. Come learn how proper nutrition will help you to get the most out of your training, to optimize your event performance, and recover better than ever before?


....Sole Sports invites you to a special evening with sports nutritionist & fitness trainer - Melissa Guthrie, BSc Exercise Physiology & Nutrition & Science.


Balanced Nutrition for Optimal Training, Competition, & Recovery


By attending this event you will:
* better understand your body's nutrient requirements before, during and after exercise.
* learn what foods every runner/walker should consume for better health, faster recovery, & optimal performance.
* gain greater insights into how to determine the right foods in the right amount at the right time.
* and more!

Date: Thursday October 14, 2010
Time: 7:00pm (if you'd like to join the group walk/run it starts at 6:30pm)
Location: Sole Sports Running Zone 6941 N. Hayden Ste B-4, Scottsdale, AZ 85250
www.solesportsrunning.com



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Learn how to optimize fitness,
improve race times, and stay injury-free with
the Essential Sports Performance Edge.

How would your fitness training & sports performance be impacted if you could significantly…
*improve metabolic function and increase oxygen uptake
*improve oxygen and nutrient delivery to the cells
*reduce inflammation & oxidative stress associated with training & competing
*speed recovery from hard workouts and athletic injuries
*prevent injuries and boost immunity
*get better, deeper, more rejuvenating sleep
*and much more

Come learn how to maximize your fitness & sports performance naturally through proper nutrition and the use of certified pure therapuetic grade essential oils.


Maximizing Sports Performance & Fitness with Nutrition & Essential Oils

Date & Time: Friday October 15, 2010 @ 7pm – 9pm
Location: 1263 E Evergreen Street. Mesa, AZ 85203 (Brown & Stapley)
Class Length: approx. 90 minutes
RSVP: call 800.775.0712 xt 7015, email mmguthrie@hotmail.com to RSVP . Space is limited.
Door Prizes and Give-Aways & Healthy Snacks!


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Slim ‘n Fit Seminar Series Announces a Free Introductory Education Class…

Simple Steps to Achieve & Maintain Your Ideal Body Weight

Healthy weight reduction through….
* Reducing toxic load and releasing stubborn toxic fat.
* Increasing fat metabolism and improving overall metabolic function.
* Eliminating unhealthy food cravings & developing an appetite thermostat.
* Developing a simple, healthy balance of proper nutrition & physical activity.



Date & Time: Saturday October 16, 2010 @ 10 am – noon

Location: 1263 E. Evergreen Street Mesa, AZ 85203 (Brown & Stapley)

Class Length: approx. 1 ½ - 2 hrs (optional bonus Start Right training class from 1-2pm)

Door Prizes, Give-Aways, & Healthy Snacks Provided.

We look forward to having you attend.  You are welcome to bring additional guests with you.  Please RSVP to 1.800.775.0712 xt 7015 or mmguthrie@hotmail.com as space is limited.



All Classes Taught by Fitness & Nutrition Specialist, Melissa Guthrie. In addition to having two college degrees in Exercise Physiology & Nutritional Science, Melissa was once the fat kid and has achieved her ideal body weight and has maintained it for over 14 years. Melissa is also a competitive runner and triathlete. For more info regarding Melissa visit www.gettingfitwithmelissa.com and www.journeytothegold.com


To Your Best Health,




Melissa Guthrie
MBS Development Group
Nutrition Coach & Fitness Trainer
Tel: 800.775.0712 ext 7015
http://www.gettingfitwithmelissa.com/
Eat Right. Train Smart. Live Well.