Cherie's Cranberry-Pear Fat Buster

Health Tip for the Week Health Benefits of a Thankful Heart There are many reasons to practice being thankful all year round ,not just  on Thanksgiving Day. Scientists have found that people who practice being grateful regularly, experience many health benefits including: Smoother and coherent heart rhythms. Reduced risk of cardiovascular disease. Stronger immune system. Higher sense of attentiveness, alertness and energy. Less physical pain. Longer more restful sleep. Better able to handle stressful situations. Healthier relationships Better physical fitness. Fewer feelings of sadness and depression. To experience many of these benefits try to become consciously aware of what you are thankful for in your life.  See how many things your can think of to be grateful for and appreciate while doing one of your daily routines. Studies have found that people who focus on what they are grateful for everyday for one week can experience the benefits up to a six-month period. Thanksgiving Juice Cocktail Cranberry-Pear Fat Buster Studies show that cranberries boost metabolism and their acids help dissolve fat. They also act as a diuretic, which helps you get rid of stored up water. The credit goes to their soluble fiber, which is not lost entirely with juicing. 2 pears, Bartlett or Asian 1/2 cucumber, peeled if not organic 1/4 lemon, peeled if not organic 2 tablespoons cranberries, fresh or thawed if frozen 1/2- to 1-inch-chunk ginger root Cut produce to fit your juicer’s feed tube. With the juicer turned off, add the cranberries and top with the plunger. Then turn on your machine and juice. Juice all remaining ingredients and stir. Pour into a glass and drink as soon as possible. Serves 1. From The Juice Lady's Turbo Diet