HAPPY HALLOWEEN OCTOBER 2018- AUGUST FULL MOON 24TH @ 5.45pm IN TAURUS

HAPPY OCTOBER TO ALL THE AMAZING PEOPLE WHO HAVE TAKEN TIME TO STOP BY HERE. NAMASTE

HAVE YOU WONDERED WHY WE HAVE HAD THE MOST AMAZING COLOURS ON THE SUN SETS THIS YEAR, ?

Astrology 

Full moon in Taurus , Wednesday 24th October @ 5/45 pm 

EXCITING AND DYNAMIC/ FULL MOONS BRING EMOTIONS TO THE SURFACE, THE WAY TO DEAL WITH THIS IS TO GO WITH THE FLOW, AND NOT TO HAVE ANY EXPECTATIONS,REST AS MUCH AS YOU CAN AROUND THIS PERIOD AS SLEEP CAN BE DISTURBED  BY THE FULL MOON. VALUE YOURSELF. 

HOUSEKEEPING - WHATS COMING UP

WORKSHOP  

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 24TH  12 - 5PM

VENUE : yogaanada centre, 46 albert road, Reigate, RN2 9EL

SATURDAY NOVEMBER 24^TH ANGEL GRID WORKSHOP

-       On this workshop you will be selecting a crystal gird to work with your vibration.

-       An authentic yoga Sivanda Practice created by the hatha yoga master, Swami Vishnudevananda

-       A topic of conversation! ‘Sensing your angel/s exercise’.

-       Fresh cleansing juice break free from snack break.

-       Pilates class to stretch and relax. Home,

This is a very popular workshop booking early is advised.

  Price PP:              £29.99

Noticeboard:     suggestion of a change of comfortable clothing for workshop, and water bottle.

Look forward to seeing you there. Namaste

FOR BOOKING, enquires please email Michelle Lia Murray:calvert38@aol.com

ASTROLOGY  

- NEW MOON IN LIBRA 08/09 OCTOBER 2018

LOVE AND RELATIONSHIPS - FRESH STARTS.

VENUS IS RETROGRADE IN SCORPIO. SO, ALL WILL BE HIGHLIGHTED THAT IS NOT FOR THE BEST OF YOUR INTEREST, TO ENABLE BALANCE TO BE RESTORED. 

NEW BEGINNING  = BALANCE 

NUTRITION 

Health Benefits of Oats

1. Help Lower Cholesterol

Oats are one of the most loved high-fiber foods there are. Oats contain soluble fiber, particularly a kind called beta-glucans, which can help naturally lower cholesterol when eaten several times or more per week. B-glucan is a soluble dietary fiber found in the endosperm cell walls of oats that’s praised for its cholesterol-lowering, insulin-regulating properties. In fact, because they contain more soluble fiber than many other grains, oats are one of the most recommended grains for reducing LDL (“bad”) cholesterol, total cholesterol levels and the risk of heart disease.

A high-fiber diet (with as little as just three grams of soluble fiber daily from whole grains) can lower the risk for heart disease. Studies show that people who consume whole grains like oats and eat plenty of fiber from whole foods are more likely to maintain better cardiovascular health, in addition to a healthier body weight. 

One reason this is true is because oats contain not only fiber, but important, heart-healthy trace minerals and phenolic compounds linked to lower inflammation levels, reduced hypertension and disease prevention. The fiber we acquire from oats swells up in the digestive track, absorbing water and taking with it waste and excess cholesterol particles.

2. Provide Filling Fiber

Oats and other whole grains contain more belly-filling fiber, in addition to more vitamins and minerals, compared to processed and refined cereal grains or carbohydrates. Oats’ soluble fiber is present in the outer casing of the oat, called the oat bran. Oats contain about 55 percent soluble fiber and 45 percent insoluble fiber. Fiber is more than a regulator; fiber-rich foods also take up a large amount of space in your stomach while absorbing water, so they help you feel satisfied despite being low in calories.

Oats can help support weight loss because their high fiber content makes you feel full, satisfied and less likely to deal with cravings as a result of fluctuating blood-sugar levels. Rolled oats are a great way to fill your need for comforting carbs without consuming too many calories, excess sugar or a load of insulin-spiking refined carbohydrates.

3. Help Improve Digestion

Oats provides a good daily dose of the fiber you need in order to maintain regular bowel movements and detox your body. Because we can’t digest dietary fiber from whole foods, it sweeps through our digestive tracts and pulls toxins and waste along with it, which is one reason why many studies show that diets higher in fiber can lead to improved gut and colon health, constipation relief and curtailed IBS-related symptoms. To get the most benefits from eating oats, make sure to also increase your water intake to allow fiber to do its job best.

4. Increase Immunity

Beta-glucans, naturally occurring polysaccharides found in oats and other protective foods like mushrooms, are known to enhance immune function by fighting bacterial infection and lowering inflammation that’s at the root of most diseases. They do this by activating certain immune responses, especially white blood cells called macrophages that fight fungus, bacteria and toxins.

In fact, consuming foods rich in beta-glucans is even linked with the ability to naturally fight cancer cells. Beta-glucans show anticarcinogenic activity and are capable of reducing cancerous tumor growth.

5. Have a Low Glycemic Score Compared to Refined Grains

If you feel like you’re always tired because your blood sugar is out of sorts. switching to whole grains can help. organic rolled oats (the kind that are unsweetened and unflavored) have a low score on the glycemic index, especially compared to enriched or refined carbohydrates, which means they can prevent spikes and dips in energy. (7, 8) Oats provide slow-releasing carbohydrates that keep blood sugar in check and support sustainable energy, which might be one reason why people love having them for breakfast or before a workout.

Whole grain oats also improve insulin sensitivity, which is one reason they’re tied to lower rates of diabetes and other chronic diseases. Although oats contain plenty of carbohydrates, their high level of fiber slows the rate that glucose is digested, so your blood sugar is more stable as a result. Quick and instant oats are capable of spiking blood sugar quicker than less processed oats, so look for steel-cut or rolled (old-fashioned) oats that have the least impact on blood sugar and insulin levels.

6. Provide Trace Minerals like Manganese and Phosphorus

Just one serving of oats provides about 73 percent of your daily manganese and 16 percent of your daily phosphorus needs. Manganese is important for maintaining a healthy bone structure since it plays a role in creating essential enzymes for building bones. It also supports your metabolism, energy levels and hormonal balance.

Phosphorus is another crucial nutrient for bone health, in addition to protecting teeth and gums. Phosphorus-rich foods can contribute to healthy growth and development, and foods high in phosphorus regulate digestion of nutrients and improving kidney, muscle, heart and nerve functions. Oats are also a good source of selenium benefits, magnesium, iron, copper and B vitamins. Foods containing these nutrients prevent deficiencies — such as iron deficiency, copper deficiency and B vitamins deficiency — that can cause a sluggish metabolism, anemia, poor energy, “brain fog,” mood changes and aches or pains.

7. Higher Source of Protein Compared to Most Grains

Oats are a good source of plant-based protein, with more than eight grams in every 2/3 of a cup — more than you find in nearly all cereals. Together with fruit, almond/soya/coconutmilk or any other alternative to milk can make a filling breakfast that provides antioxidants and energizing nutrients.

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How to Buy and Cook Oats

When it comes to buying oats, you already learned to look for certified gluten-free oats to avoid gluten contamination. The other important things to look for are rolled or old-fashioned oats, and a kind that has no added sweeteners or flavors. Check the ingredients label carefully to make sure no flavoring, preservatives or chemical sweeteners are included; the sugar content should always be zero for pure oats.

Confused about all of the different kinds of oats available in supermarkets?

No matter the kind you buy, all types start off at oat groats, but then they’re processed in different ways, which results in a variety of textures, uses and effects on digestion. Different types have roughly the same nutrient breakdown and health benefits, although “quick oats” are absorbed by the body more quickly and can spike blood sugar more rapidly than rolled or steel-cut oats. 

As long as your oats are plain and free of sugar and chemicals (plus ideally certified gluten-free), any type makes a relatively good choice, but ideally buy organic rolled oats.

Here’s a breakdown of what makes these oats different:

Steel-Cut Oats — When the whole oat groat is split into pieces. These have a chewy, nutty flavor and are also called Irish or Scottish oats. They have less of an impact on blood sugar than processed oats.

Rolled Oats — When groats are steamed to make them soft and then pressed between rollers and dried. They tend to cook quicker than steel-cut oats because they absorb water quickly but are still low on the glycemic index.

Old-Fashioned Oats — The same as rolled oats but given a different name.

Instant or Quick Oats — When groats are pressed thinner than rolled oats and steamed longer so they cook more quickly. They’re cut into tiny pieces, which sometimes makes them look powdery. These are the kind to usually be pre-flavored and sugary, so check to make sure they’re plain.

Oat Flour — When oats are steamed, rolled, pressed and cut very finely to make a uniform powder/flour. This can raise blood sugar more quickly, which makes them a poor choice.

You can cook oats in a few different ways, but the most popular way is to make them on the stovetop. Do this by bringing one cup of water (or a milk of your choice, such as almond milk, coconut milk or raw goat milk) to a boil, then adding a half cup of old-fashioned rolled oats. Reduce the heat to medium, and sit them occasionally for about five to seven minutes or until they’re soft and have absorbed most of the water.

Other ways to make oats? Let them sit overnight in water to soak, and then rinse them well and heat them for just one-two minutes. You can also use rolled oats in granola or oat flour in baked goods or in place of bread crumbs. Also keep in mind that oats don’t even need to be cooked at all — steaming and rolling them (which happens before they’re sold to customers) and soaking them does the job of making them edible. Muesli, for example, is made of uncooked oats. time poor, of course the  microwave can be occasional, 

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Healthy Oats Recipes

Oats have many uses around the world beyond just being the base for a simple breakfast. For example, oat bread has been an important food for many cultures living in Europe for hundreds of years, especially the English, Irish and Scottish. The first oat bread factory was established in 1899 in Scotland, and this staple food can still be found across Great Britain, as can oat flour products, oat porridge, and oats made into soil fertilizer or feed for horses and cattle.

Oats are also used in a variety of baked goods worldwide, including oatcakes, oatmeal cookies and oat bread. In the U.S., they’re available in popular granolas, too, although it’s better to make your own to avoid loads of sugar. Oats are even used in several different drinks across the world, from the brewed beer in England to oatmeal stout in Ireland. In Latin America, oats are used to make a popular cold “milk” drink called avena.

Now that you know the benefits that oats can provide and that they can, in fact, be gluten-free, you can also try using oats in things like healthy snacks and low-sugar dessert, every day for breakfast, which is the most important meal of the day, 

Starting with a good size bowl of your favourite source of milk, add some organic hemp milled seed pressed powder, a tablespoon/ good dollop of organic honey, couple of pinches of cinnamon to give some spice, plus some great fruit on top, this is a great start which will keep you full for about 4 hours, keeping your sugar levels stable, packed with so much nutrition. can you afford to not have this for your breakfast, so, invest wisely . its your health, nothing more important. ENJOY, XX

Happy Halloween 

All Hallow's Eve, Hallow E'en, Halloween, Day of the Dead, Samhain. By whatever name it has been called, this special night preceding All Hallows day (November 1st) has been considered for centuries as one of the most magical nights of the year. A night of power, when the veil that separates our world from the Otherworld is at its thinnest.

As ubiquitous as Halloween celebrations are throughout the world, few of us know that the true origin of Halloween is a ceremony of honoring our ancestors and the day of the dead. A time when the veils between the worlds were thinner and so many could "see" the other side of life. A time in the year when the spiritual and material worlds touched for a moment and a greater potential exists for magical creation.

Ancient Rites 

In ancient times, this day was a special and honored day of the year.

In the Celtic calendar, it was one of the most important days of the year, representing a midpoint in the year, Samhain, or "summer's end". Occurring opposite the great Spring Festival of May Day, or Beltain, this day represented the turning point of the year, the eve of the new year which begins with the onset of the dark phase of the year.

And while celebrated by the Celts, the origin of this day has connections to other cultures as well, such as Egypt, and in Mexico as Dia de la Muertos or the day of the dead.

The Celts believed that the normal laws of space and time were held in abeyance during this time, allowing a special window where the spirit world could intermingle with the living. It was a night when the dead could cross the veils and return to the land of the living to celebrate with their family or clan. As such, the great burial mounds of Ireland were lit up with torches lining the walls, so the spirits of the dead could find their way.

Jack-O-Lanterns

Out of this ancient tradition comes one of our most famous icons of the holiday: the Jack-o-lantern. Originating from Irish folklore, the Jack-o-lantern was used as a light for the lost soul of Jack, a notorious trickster, stuck between worlds. Jack is said to have tricked the devil into a truck of a tree and by carving an image of a cross in the tree's trunk, he trapped the devil there. His pranks denied him access to Heaven and having angered the devil also to Hell, so Jack was a lost soul, trapped between worlds. As a consolation, the devil gave him a sole ember to light his way through the darkness between worlds.

Originally in Ireland turnips were carved out and candles placed inside as lanterns lit to help guide Jack’s lost spirit back home. Hence the term: Jack-o-lanterns. Later, when immigrants came to the new world, pumpkins were more readily available, and so the carved pumpkins carrying a lit candle served the same function.

Festival for the Dead

As the Church began to take hold in Europe the ancient Pagan rituals were co-opted into festivals of the Church. While the Church could not support a general feast for all the dead, it created a festival for the blessed dead, all those hallowed so, All Hallow's was transformed into All Saints and All Souls day.

Today, we have lost the significance of this most significant time of year which in modern times has turned into a candy fest with kids dressing up as action heroes.

Many cultures have ceremonies to honor their dead. In so doing, they complete a cycle of birth and death, and keep in line with a harmony and order of the universe, at a time when we enter into the cycle of darkness for the upcoming year.

As you light your candles this year, keep in mind the true potency of this time, one of the magical connections to the other side of life, and a time to remember those who have passed before us. A time to send our love and gratitude to them to light their way back home.

AS WE REMEMBER THEM, ALSO BE GRATEFUL FOR ALL THE LEARNING AND TEACHING THERE LEGACY LEFT FOR US TO BE ABLE TO GROW AND EVOLVE INTO WHO WE ARE TODAY, TO THANK THEM INDEED.  

THE AMAZING SKIES WE HAVE BEEN EXPERIENCING ALL YEAR LONG ARE PART OF THE WAVES OF ENERGETIC VIBRATIONS THAT ARE COMING IN TO ENABLE THE FREQUENCY OF OUR PLANET TO RAISE ,THIS WILL BRING IN MORE LIGHT , MORE NEXT MONTH ON THIS. I HOPE THIS HAS BEEN AN  INFORMATIVE READ AND HELPED YOU, I LOOK FORWARD TO SEEING YOU ALL IN NOVEMBER. MAY YOUR MONTH BE KIND TO YOU. LOTS OF LOVE XXXMLMXXX