Wholistic Transformation

16 years ago, I gave my first power point presentation to the National Nutritional Foods Association (NNFA) located in Austin, Texas. Mind you, I gave dozens of presentations before using overhead projections (I kid you not), but this new technology made speaking simple! I just opened my mouth and pushed a button! On Monday from 3-4PM Central Time, I’m going to share the exact lecture with you using the same graphics I used in 2008. Here’s a snippet of what to expect. Please join me!

Time for restocking nervine, mood, and brain formulas. More on these herbs in Chapter 4 of The War for Peace.

Learn more about conscious vs. subconscious beliefs in "The War for Peace ~ A Wholistic Approach to Emotional Wellness" coming February 14, 2024!

How do we create the honeymoon effect? - Bruce H. Lipton, PhD Science has now observed that the conscious minds of people in love do not wander but stay in the present moment, becoming mindful.

My first book will be available for purchase on February 14, 2024! The War for Peace ~ A Wholistic Approach to Emotional Wellness is for those who desire to have an active role in managing their emotional health and to empower them in that process. The book addresses a selection of physiological, psychological, and spiritual elements that affect mood and emotions with an emphasis on root-cause resolutions. Stay turned for more details. PM me if you want to be added to my mailing lists for updates.

Below are my top tips for boosting glutathione levels.

Eat sulfur-rich foods. Glutathione contains a sulfur chemical group, which is kind of like its secret weapon. Sulfur is a sticky, smelly molecule that acts like flypaper in the body—all the bad things stick to it, including free radicals and toxins like mercury and other heavy metals. The main sources of sulfur-rich foods are cruciferous vegetables and allium vegetables like onions, garlic, shallots, and leeks.

Pro-tip: Crush or chop vegetables to activate their glucosinolates, the bioactive molecules that increase glutathione enzyme activity. Stick to steaming or eating raw for maximum benefits.

Eat selenium-rich foods. We need selenium to power glutathione peroxidase (GPX), the enzyme that removes free radicals inside the cell. A study in The American Journal of Clinical Nutrition found that eating two Brazil nuts, one of the richest sources of selenium, a day was enough to increase GPX.

Eat foods that contain B vitamins. We need riboflavin (B2) to power glutathione reductase (GR), the enzyme responsible for recycling glutathione. Grass-fed meats, pasture-raised eggs, chicken, wild-caught salmon, and leafy greens are excellent sources.

Antioxidants. Vitamin C and vitamin E are also involved in recycling glutathione. Leafy greens, citrus fruits, and kiwi are excellent sources of vitamin C. Nuts, seeds, and avocado contain vitamin E.

N-acetyl-cysteine. Cysteine is the rate-limiting amino acid needed to make glutathione. You can get cysteine from eating pasture-raised chicken, turkey, eggs, grass-fed dairy products, and sunflower seeds. Or, you can take a NAC supplement.

Alpha-lipoic acid. Like glutathione, alpha-lipoic acid (ALA) is an antioxidant made by the body. It recycles vitamin C and E, helps with glucose metabolism, supports the nervous system, and overall liver function. ALA is found in grass-fed meats, organ meats, broccoli, tomatoes, and Brussels sprouts. You can also get ALA in supplement form.

Also, make sure to exercise your way to more glutathione. Exercise boosts glutathione.

Good quality sleep. Chronic lack of sleep actually depletes glutathione levels.