Have you tried cinnamon tea? It's simple, sweet, and delicious and contains many health benefits. In fact, I like many teas, the aromas, the flavors, and just the experience, what about you? In places like Japan and China they have whole rituals around tea, so there must be more to it than we know :) Today I thought I'd share some cinnamon tea … [Read more...]
GFE Podcast #83: What is cortisol, cortisol and weight gain
Often we're trying to achieve goals like weight loss and we wonder why it's not coming off fast enough. Or sometimes we even wonder why we're gaining? Does this sound familiar to you? Well listen to this podcast and find out about cortisol and weight gain. And we'll aslo cover what cortisol actually is as well :) LISTEN READ Hello and … [Read more...]
Is Stress Causing Inflammation?
If I were to ask you to give me a rating for your level of stress using a stress scale from 1-10 (1 being no stress, 10 being high stress), what would it be? Often I don’t think we stop to realize just how much stress we’re under. For example, when I ask clients to give me a rating on the stress scale they often write 2 or 3 and report that they … [Read more...]
How To Quit Sugar
Any nutrient that is eaten in excess can be a stimulus for inflammation.Since sugar is often eaten in large amounts (much more than we need), and is considered one of the key pro-inflammatory foods, it is a good idea to try to reduce or eliminate it out of your diet. Reducing or eliminating sugar helps you lose weight, decrease aches and pains, … [Read more...]
GFE Podcast #78: Turmeric Benefits and Side Effects
Turmeric has an active component known as curcumin, a powerful antioxidant that helps with loads of things and in this podcast I share some of the benefits, along with answering the question about side effects. What is turmeric Does turmeric work for reducing inflammation What things does turmeric help Tips on using turmeric for cooking What … [Read more...]
GFE Podcast #76: Q&A Aches and Pains – Is it what I’m eating and more
Welcome to this Q&A session where we answer these great questions: Could your aches and pains be related to what you are eating What to do when gastric bypass fails Can changing your diet make a difference to your health conditions How to eliminate simple carbs LISTEN READ Hello and welcome to episode 75 of the GFE Podcast. Today … [Read more...]
Top 5 Foods To Avoid With Diabetes
When it comes to type 2 diabetes there are foods you want to avoid and you most likely know that most of these foods are the types of foods that are high in carbohydrates. That's because when it comes to type 2 diabetes, counting carbs is important to regulate blood sugar. But there are some foods that can be a trap when it comes to choices. So … [Read more...]
Ashwaganda Adaptogenic Herb
Withania Somnifera, that’s the botanical name for adaptogenic herb, ashwaganda. Ashwaganda is an herb used in Ayurvedic medicine where it is known for it’s anti-inflammatory, anti-stress, and antioxidant benefits and has been used as a general health aid for many health conditions. Being an ‘adapotgen’ means it helps the body respond to stress in … [Read more...]
Top 4 Anti-Inflammatory Herbs
In modern society we rely on popping pills as a strategy for reducing inflammation. But for centuries people relied on herbs, spices, and the power of plants to reduce inflammation and treat various conditions. I’m a big believer in the natural way to treat things. My kids were raised 100% natural without antibiotics and medications. And when … [Read more...]
GFE Podcast #73: Losing weight can reduce pain and inflammation
Weight loss is not just about vanity; it’s about improving our health and reducing inflammation. Here’s what we’ll cover: How weight loss can help solve your inflammatory problems How losing weight restores communication between organs and hormones How losing weight decreases inflammatory molecules How losing weight decreases ‘sick fat’ A … [Read more...]
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