Junk Food and Nutrient Depletion
Did you know that processed foods can deplete nutrients?

I know, convenience foods are, well, convenient!! And it is definitely so hard to avoid them at times. But I recently read an article on this so I wanted to share.

Whole foods are exactly that - designed specifically how God wants them to work optimally in our bodies to nourish us. The companion vitamins and minerals are together with fiber, fats or proteins in one complete source.

So what happens when we fill our bodies with processed foods instead? We replace the natural absorbable compounds with synthetic chemicals and "food-like" ingredients that actually impair the body's ability to digest and absorb nutrients.

Some of the culprits are:
  • excessive salt
  • sugar
  • artificial sweeteners
  • emulsifiers
  • food dyes
Overall, these processed food additives wreak havoc on your body in a variety of ways. Excessive salt can interfere with the absorption of minerals like calcium, magnesium and zinc while also putting a strain on your kidneys. Sugar can reduce the good bacteria diversity in your gut and can cause inflammation. Artificial sweeteners and emulsifiers also can deplete your good gut bacteria which decreases nutrient absorption.

I have a saying I've used for forever which is, "The closer to God the better the food." It's a simple saying but I think holds true. So do your best: at least 80 percent of the time - do better. Eat a variety of good whole, fresh foods and skip the inner aisles of the grocery store where the box foods are located.

Blessings from our house to yours!
Sarah Claburn, ND

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Meet Sarah Claburn, Traditional Naturopath

 
Hello, thanks for stopping by!

Years ago, our family embarked on a journey to truly understand the significance of what we consume and apply to our bodies, from food and cosmetics to personal care products and medications. Each choice we make either makes us heathier or stresses our bodies, so we became avid label readers. We made conscious efforts to reduce processed foods, embrace whole, natural foods, and eliminate specific dyes, preservatives, and additives from our lives. Additionally, we prioritized good supplementation and explored natural solutions over prescriptions whenever possible.

Our journey led us to the incredible world of essential oils, thanks to an introduction by my friend Leah. We discovered the exceptional distillation processes behind the world’s finest oils—Young Living. It seamlessly aligned with our lifestyle, and "oiling up" became an important part of our daily routine. With Young Living, our commitment isn’t limited to just oils. We've transitioned many of our household items, including shampoos, lotions, cleaning products, and toothpaste, to Young Living products. This ensures our home is a safer environment for our family.

Driven by a passion for natural living, I pursued further education and earned my Doctor of Naturopathy (ND) degree. I am dedicated to guiding others through their wellness journeys, helping them discover natural solutions that fit their personal needs. And this goes far beyond just using essential oils.

I am available to do full health consultations with you. I have a program in place to help you "detox your home" and make it less intimidating to switch over to healthier options. I also have an amazing bio-scanner that will take a reading using your phone, and which will give us a full health profile to see exactly what your body is needing right now.

Please reach out to me to book your free Discovery Call! I would love to meet you where you are - and help propel you into better health. I'm here to support you in any way you need on your path to a healthier lifestyle!

Many blessings to you,
Sarah Claburn, ND

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