~ Welcome to the Nutrition Page ~

My interest in wellness grew considerably when I researched the effectiveness of relaxation and guided imagery to affect wellness for my doctoral dissertation. It was then I learned that wellness has three basic components: nutrition, exercise, and stress management. Extensive research demonstrates that these are essential for our health.

Nutrition became more of an interest and concern as I began to teach my wellness program to cancer patients and their families. There was so much conflicting information. So, here are some very brief comments and suggestions. However, what you’re about to read can appear overwhelming. Please take baby steps, or do whatever you can to get started. As you make changes, it becomes easier and easier. Honest.
 

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  1. Eat more fresh/raw fruits and vegetables (7-13 servings daily, preferably organic).
  2. Eat whole grains.
  3. Buy local-grown vs. supermarket.
  4. Avoid processed foods, preservatives, & almost anything that’s packaged.
  5. Avoid junk food – It’s not food; it’s junk (burgers, fries, doughnuts, etc.).
  6. Avoid all sugars and sugar substitutes, especially soda drinks and high fructose corn syrup.
  7. Drink more water (half you body weight in ounces daily).
  8. Avoid caffeine.
  9. Avoid wheat (gluten) and dairy.
  10. Avoid saturated fats - read meats and any heated fats (trans fats).

I am very aware of the difficulty that people can have making any change in their lifestyle. The fact is we have learned very unhealthy habits related to our health and wellness. I am certain that the above changes are in your interest. Please take care of yourself.

Metabolism

Our body cells need and burn energy as a normal part of metabolism. This process creates free radicals and oxidative stress that must be balanced by consumption of whole foods and antioxidants. Unfortunately, eating sugar and fried and processed food increases free radical production. If this oxidative stress is not controlled, inflammation, aging, and disease result.

The good news is that oxidative damage can be minimized through a whole-food diet rich in antioxidants, and by whole-food supplementation. Good nutrition can also improve, if not cure, poor cholesterol regulation. If you are not eating a healthy diet, exercising or managing your stress well, the whole-food product that I take and recommend is Juice Plus. It is 15 fruits and vegetables, 2 whole grains, and 9 grapes and berries in 3 capsules (or chewable form). It is the ideal way for most people to fill in the gap between what we’re eating and what we should be eating. And it has been demonstrated to significantly offset the damage of a poor diet, as well. It is inexpensive, convenient, and the best researched nutraceutical available.

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