The Circle of Life: It Begins with Z and ends with A
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N = Nuts & Neurons
Nuts can enhance neurological functions by helping to control stress while neurons transmit information through electrical and chemical signals. Nuts help slow down the brains again process as as well as increase memory. Cashews are a great example of how a nut mirrors a body part. The shape of the cashew is similar to the shape of the hippocampus; the hippocampus directly affects short-term memory.
M = Mange & Meninges
Similar in shape to the skull, with a seed tucked away nicely protected in the center of fruit, a mango contains tartaric acid as as well as malic acid that support the alkali reserve of the body. The purpose of the meninges is to protect the central nervous system of the brain which is tucked away nicely in the center of the skull.
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About the Book
This book illustrates the significant parallels between the human body and the foods that are so vital to the body’s healthy functions. It’s a tribute to how interconnected we as humans are to the planet we reside on.
The reader is guided to appreciate the unique ties between our bodies and the plants that nourish us the most, and to learn interesting facts about how foods directly benefit our systems. Each page is structured in a reverse alphabetical order, making the book an easy, enjoyable read for all ages.
If you’re looking to
-feel more in-touch with nature and the foods you consume
-appreciate the beautiful connections between our bodies and the planet
-easily reference the vital ways specific foods can support your health
-motivate your kids to eat more wholesome foods when they ask you, “What’s the point?”
-then The Circle of Life, It Begins with Z and Ends with A is an excellent fit as your next book choice.
About the Author
Tijan Brown, author and illustrator, shares this book as a manifestation of thoughts and ideas that have been with her through various life experiences. Whether doing bodywork as a licensed massage therapist, offering her expertise in the field of holistic arts, or sharing information on the pages of her book, Tijan is a light-bearer with a heart for healing and a sense of playfulness and accessibility. She reminds readers to marvel at the perfection of nature and the divinity of the human body.