In this post, Eleni Kapetanios, NLP Practitioner shares her story of shifting from the crushing suffering of self-hate to the contentment of self-love, and how you can do the same, starting with one of her 5 simple strategies shared right here. I used to hate myself. The way I looked. I used to look in the mirror and panic about not looking good enough, or skinny enough. Even at my leanest, I looked in the mirror, disgusted. I couldn’t stand getting dressed, if clothes were tighter than they had been, I beat myself up. I ate super clean – bringing my own dinner to people’s houses, in Tupperware. If I ate “bad” food, say at a restaurant, I would cry on the … Read More
Free Download! Get Dr. Liz’s Brain Health e-Book Now For a Limited Time
Brain health is where it’s at! Are you ready to restore your focused, calm and creative mind? Eager to exchange the grey funk of winter with the glories of good healthy grey matter? When I was invited to present at Guelph Public Library‘s annual Experts Festival, it didn’t take me long to decide on a topic. I’d been receiving a lot of questions from clients lately along these themes: How to get a happier mood How to overcome PMS How to alleviate anxiety, irritability or depression How to focus and enhance performance in business or work There are effective natural solutions to each of these questions, and they all have one thing in common: The Health of Your Brain. It was exciting to chat … Read More
Brain Food: Naturally Nourish Your Mood & Mind
Did your mom ever tell you your least favourite food was “brain food” in hopes you’d eat it in your school lunch? Tuna salad, boiled eggs, oatmeal…Pate??… Liver?? (Your mom was right). Mind Over Grey Matter In fact, many foods offer a rich complement of brain-specific nutrients. The more brain research comes to light, the more we understand that maintaining a healthy brain indeed begins with your lifestyle: the nutrients you take in vs. the toxins you release, the way you move, the way you think. Starting with food is one of the most gratifying and self-empowered, so let’s dig into some brain food together. Make Any Food Brain Food The way to let your day to day meals qualify as … Read More
Boost Your Brain Power At Any Age
In case you haven’t noticed, your brain has been turning the heads of researchers worldwide. That’s great news, since maintaining a healthy brain is imperative to avoiding cognitive decline, dementia, and premature aging that robs people of their quality of life. With plenty of published research to draw from, we’re excited to use natural medicine to your mind’s full advantage. Brain Health Isn’t Just for CEOs Anymore Your brain is the Gatekeeper to healthy moods and balanced hormones, clear thinking, contributing to your community and keeping your body well for your entire lifespan. As your naturopathic doctor, I’d like to help you ensure your brain is nourished, oxygenated, protected from injury, and not inflamed, so that you can expect optimal performance, … Read More
#1 Superfood: Matcha, The Refresher
Continued from #2 Superfood: Gelatin, The Youthmaker Matcha: The Refresher Matcha is a powder made from grinding green tea leaves with a stone mill. It is rich in epigallocatechin 3-O-gallate (EGCG), a high-potency antioxidant that promotes weight loss, liver health and reverses the process of aging. Green tea is an effective natural antiviral medicine and has been shown to reduce the risk of infection with influenza and other viruses (Cherevaty 2012). Dr. Alaina’s Green Go-Getter Smoothie This refreshing, hydrating beverage is both awakening and calming due to the small amount of caffeine balanced by the relaxing theanine from the green tea matcha. Try it after a workout, when you’re craving an afternoon pick-me-up, or even when you’re convalescing after feeling … Read More
#3 Superfood: Cacao, The Rejuvenator
Continued from #4 Superfood: Flax, The Regulator Cacao: The Rejuvenator Raw cacao is one of the most nutrient-dense foods out there. It’s rich in antioxidants, iron and magnesium. In fact, many women who crave chocolate are actually needing the magnesium that’s found in chocolate – but only if it’s made from raw cacao (not Dutch- or alkali-processed), and the key mineral that gives raw chocolate its relaxation-promoting qualities. Raw cacao is also energizing because of the antioxidants and caffeine naturally present in this “Food of the Gods”. Try using raw cacao powder in your recipes that call for cocoa powder, and blend raw cacao nibs into smoothies using a high-powered blender for a delicious rich flavour. I created these two … Read More
#4 Superfood: Flax, The Regulator
Continued from Fall Into Health With These 5 Superfoods Flax seed is a home-grown Canadian seed densely packed with goodness. Chewed well or ground, flax is one of the best foods to support healthy detoxification by keeping your bowels regular and binding toxins so they can’t be reabsorbed into your body through your digestive tract. Think of it as nature’s Metamucil. They also supply a medicinal dose of phytoestrogens, plant compounds that naturally combat excess amounts of estrogen and estrogen-like chemicals that act as endocrine disruptors. Flax seeds also contain high amounts of omega-3 oils which are beneficial for your cardiovascular health and reduce inflammation in your body. Use cold-pressed flax seed oil in salad dressings or drizzled over cooked … Read More
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