Wondering about Electrolytes?

How does Amanda get her electrolytes?

Teaching and taking class for 9 years in the hot room, this is what I have found...

If you are experiencing extreme cramping often during or after class, chance are you are already beyond low levels of electrolytes. If you only cramp once in a awhile, maybe you forgot to drink enough water, or could use a boost. I have been looking for an excellent source of minerals, that my body can absorb, and that my wallet can handle for years! I have experienced in my body all extremes, and at the last stages, only then realized that I was very low, and my body was a bit mad at me... in fact I was out of breath often, and with some energy testing, I found I was really mostly low in copper, the trace mineral that supports the uptake of oxygen through haemoglobin in my red blood cells.

I did not need a multi vitamin, or a pre natal. I needed copper.

I had tried other mixes that just made me feel nauseous or sick due to the fact that I didn’t need all the extra vitamins in the bottle... so, by simply adding some trace minerals, I felt better in just a few short days!

I have tried cell food, minerals from mount Fuji, multi vitamins, sea salt, and just lately have found a few other options that I feel are maybe the best I’ve tried.

Originally found in India in the Himalayas, and found in mountain ranges around the world (we just haven’t tapped into our Canadian sources yet...) Shilajit (shee-li-jeet) is a mineral supplement from Russia. $25 for small jar of what looks like black tar that I mix from the tip of a toothpick into my 40 oz water bottle for the day! My needs will be different from yours, as I sometimes spend 90-180 min in the hot room a day, so experiment with what feels good for you. A little goes a long way!

To maintain a balance, you can definitely sprinkle ( a pinch like in grandma's recipes) of Himalayan sea salt into your daily water bottle. A full spectrum of minerals are also well absorbed this way into your body.

Gomashio is a Macrobiotic condiment that will also help you get a great source of salt in your diet that your body will love. (We will do another workshop with Tannis soon on how you can make it at home:)

For more info, check in with Amanda or Kalee at the studio.

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Macrobiotic Home Remedies ~ Simple Solutions for Common Complaints

Hello friends! There is wellness emerging in all of us on our journey to healthful Self-Realization. Coming soon, this spring, Amanda, Kalee Mund, myself, and other staff members will be teaming up to bring you the most inspiring Self-transformative month yet at SSYH. A fusion of Bikram yoga, Macrobiotics, Ayurveda, and other ancient art forms will help you balance, cleanse, de-toxify, beautify, and transform yourself in the spirit of dedication and discipline; pleasure and FUN! All natural and unique as YOU!

This blog is going to introduce you to the Macrobiotic Home Remedies that will be served to you fresh every Sunday as part of this transformative experience ~ I will include the ingredients and the medicinal effects that each remedy produces in the body. Let’s get started!

Beginning with the basic and daily macrobiotic beverage:

KUCKICHA or TWIG TEA ~

This tea made from the branches of the green tea plant, dried and roasted, helps bring balance and alkalize the acidic blood of modern day people (meat, processed food, alcohol, sugar, flour products, coffee, etc all acidify the blood, which to be healthy should maintain a 7.2 alkalinity on the PH scale). The tea also relieves fatigue.

ROASTED BARLEY TEA ~

Another basic and daily macrobiotic tea made from roasted barley is traditionally used more in hot weather or hot conditions, as it cools the body more that twig tea. Cooling and moistening for heat conditions (red face, tongue, high blood pressure, rashes, tightness, anger issues). This tea regulates and strengthens the stomach, spleen and pancreas.

LOTUS ROOT TEA ~

(Lotus root and a pinch of sea salt - optional dose of fresh ginger juice)

This gentle-flavored tea made from root of the lotus brings relief to respiratory problems (smokers congestion, lung cancer, excess mucus from colds and flu, emphysema, bronchitis and asthmas) It is also beneficial for the intestines.

UME-SHO-BANCHA-KUZU ~

(Twig tea, ume plums, kuzu powder, shoyu, optional fresh ginger juice)

This super deluxe blood alkalizer is the king remedy for all types of cancers, and the fastest way to recover from a food or alcohol hangover. It supplies salty electrolytes to a fatigued body and regulates all digestive problems. It soothes stomach lining and relieves intestinal problems, stimulates circulation and regulates heart rate. On top of all this, it relieves nausea and anxiety and fights infectious mico-organisms. Overall it increases vitality in the body and mind.

CARROT-DAIKON DRINK ~

(Carrot, white radish (daikon), twig tea and shoyu)

This interesting hot drink relaxes tension and tightness in the organs from too much meat, dairy and salt consumption. It removes peripheral and recent fats and lowers cholesterol. It is also beneficial for dissolving kidney stones and relieving swollen ankles and feet. Also helps in weight loss.

ADUKI-KOMBU TEA ~

(Aduki beans, kombu sea vegetable)

This hot drink enhances immunity, adds minerals to the body, thereby strengthening the blood. It is the primary remedy for kidney related problems as it regulates kidney function.

SWEET VEGETABLE DRINK  ~

(Onion, celery, carrot, squash, cabbage and daikon radish)

This hot drink regulates blood sugar levels (beneficial for spleen, pancreas and diabetic symptoms) Also beneficial for the thymus gland. It is an immune enhancer and it softens tightness caused by heavy animal food consumption.

AME-KUZU DRINK

(Unsweetened berry or apple juice/cider and kuzu powder)

This very soothing and sweeter hot beverage relaxes the mind and body. It is beneficial for stomach, intestinal problems and hypoglycemia. It relieves PMS and menstrual cramping and tension.

So, there you have it folks! Your introduction to macrobiotic home remedies! Looking forward to serving you through this transformative healing journey and getting to know you all personally. See you at Ume’s Kitchen for your remedy!

Blessings on your path,

Tannis 

Join Us for Tea, Snacks and Tips - Next Open House March 25th

Stafford Street Hot Yoga is hosting Open Houses once a month!

Kalee, Tannis and Amanda will be here to share information on the special healing arts of Ayurveda, Macrobiotics, and of course Bikram Yoga!

If you missed our first one, the next one is Sunday, March 25th  from 11am-3pm.

Why come to one?
Free workshops! Complimentary tea & snacks! Meet new people! What more could you want?!

Workshop Schedule:
11-11:30am – Ayurveda  (Kalee)
12:45-1:15pm – Macrobiotics  (Tannis)
2-2:30pm – Intro to Bikram Yoga  (Amanda)

If you know anyone who is afraid of or interested in Bikram Yoga, but hasn’t made it through the doors yet, this is the day to bring them!

They can ask questions, take a tour and meet our lovely staff. Or if you have any questions/concerns and are looking for more information, come on down!

More Brekkie Options - Fridays & Saturdays

At Ume’s Kitchen, we believe food is medicine (and totally en-JOY-able too!).

Introduce your tastebuds to Ayurvedic and Macrobiotic cuisines.

Friday & Saturday Mornings

Both are Eastern Style philosophies that recognize food as a way of healing the body.

What’s on the menu? Smoothies, infusions, specialty coffees and more!

Even if you haven’t done a hot yoga class, you are still very welcome to join us for breakfast! Purchase Ume’s Kitchen punch cards at the front desk, or pay cash at the bar.

Enjoy Winnipeg's yummiest macrobiotic kitchen!

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