Transform Natural Health

07/13/2021

For almost a year and a half, most of us have been at home more than ever since before kindergarten.

Weight gain and mental health has become a concern for millions of people.

Quarantine 15, 25, 50.

Not experiencing human touch.

If you are an emotional eater like myself, being home near the fridge and panty might seem hard without checking what’s in there.

Here is a thought. You (you!) are totally in charge of what food you choose to bring into your environment. That’s great news.

Next time when you are shopping, and start to pick up a snack or dessert that you know is not healthy – ask yourself does it get to come home with me? Maybe not.

Another way to look at it is... that if on average most of the calories in your grocery cart are fat or carbs, then most of the calories you consume in the long run will be from fat or carbs.

07/04/2021

07/01/2021

Guess what today is?...

National Creative Ice Cream Flavors Day! 🍦 Rather than going out somewhere and buying ice cream, you can make your own with as little as three ingredients:

2 frozen bananas
1/4cup oat milk (or any milk of your choice)
1tbsp baking cocoa powder or cacao powder

To make it even more interesting, I sprinkled shredded coconut on top!

Enjoy 😁

06/29/2021

The temperatures have been rising, and getting overheated can sneak up on you.

Make sure you can cool your house, or at least the room you are staying/sleeping in.

Be careful outside, and watch for signs of multiple kinds of heat stress, and be ready to take prompt and effective action to keep yourself and others safe.

Drink enough water or other liquids.

Eat colorful berries, fruits and vegetables.

This article provides great tips for surviving a heat wave.

https://www.today.com/food/t224066

Hydrating, no-cook foods are the order of the day when temperatures soar.

06/25/2021

Gut health has become a popular health topic.

Do you know what all the fuss is about?

Here are a few reasons the health of your "microbiome" matters...

Gut health plays a major role in
- heart health
- immune system functions
- and weight loss

And that's only the start. As a student in a Functional Medicine program, I am becoming even more aware than I was of how often disease starts in our gut.

The good news -- we can take steps to keep our bacteria in a healthy balance.

The great helpers are probiotics, and enzymes.

This article explains the importance of both.

https://well.org/healthy-body/probiotics-vs-enzymes

06/24/2021

What foods to eat post workout?

Eat real food and listen to your body - what is it that you are hungry for?

This ACE article simply sums it up.

https://www.acefitness.org/education-and-resources/professional/expert-articles/3638/recovery-redefined-post-workout-nutrition/

06/23/2021

Today is a National Hydration Day, and even though I wrote about importance of drinking water yesterday, I want to emphasize the hydration again.

When thinking about hydration - think beyond just water.

Vegetables, fruits, soups and broth can also be a good source of hydration.

Eating these foods daily help you to meet your hydration requirements, which are very individual depending on your activity level and other factors.

In this link you can find more information from Dr. Axe about best hydrating foods:

https://store.draxe.com/blogs/all/hydrating-foods

06/22/2021

Just a simple reminder - stay hydrated.

Every single cell in your body needs water to function properly.

Drink water and herbal teas to hydrate your body.

Make sure you are drinking at least half of your body weight in ounces.

06/21/2021

I have a confession - strength training has always been out of my comfort zone. I have been intimidated by "heavy weights".

A more juicy layer to that confession - I am an ACE-certified personal trainer.

I recently started working with strength training professionals at Compass and Anchor Fitness and Performance. Derek Marsette and his trainers started with me where I am.

And their knowledge and approach have me opening up my mindset, seeing the possibilities, gaining strength, protecting my body, and elevating my mood.

It’s only my second week working out at CAFP, and I can totally see the importance of a growth mindset, and being willing to try. There is so much room for me to grow and be challenged in this new dimension.

06/19/2021

This week me and a small committed group of individuals participated in the 5-day program designed to reset eating habits.

A lot discoveries were made and habits shifted, but most importantly we were listening to our bodies. Connecting to the inner wisdom that we all have within.

Trust your own intuition, you already have it.

06/18/2021

Unfortunately, stress and tiredness is normal for many.

We need energy for everything we do, and when we don't have it, we look for ways to boost it.

Here is a great list of energy boosters that goes beyond caffeine.

https://well.org/healthy-body/herbs-for-energy-vitality

Are you feeling lethargic than usual? These seven herbs for energy and vitality will help you cope with stress better, beat fatigue, and get sleep.