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25.01.2022 Are you ignoring your stress responses? Signs of stress you might not be aware of: ... * Inability to be present? People may be talking to you and you will be absent minded. Walking into a room and forgetting why you are there. * Catching up with friends sounds too overwhelming and demanding. * Irritability - are you adapting appropriately to the stressor? * Disruption to sleep and mood. Muscle soreness, tension in the body. * Change in characteristic behaviours - etc: exercise, eating habits. * Tiredness/fatigue and avoidance * Lack of joy - do you find it hard to remember what actually makes you happy? A monotone type nature. * Stomach flipping - I don’t think I’m prepared for that kind of feeling. * Bowel changes - in a fight or flight response the blood gets diverted away from the bowel decreasing function ultimately effecting the gut microbiome. * Hormonal & Libido changes - lack of period, increase pain, increase PMS, lowered libido. The body will prioritise everything else over reproduction. * Midsection ‘muffin top’ - a hormonal reaction resulting in abdominal fat is a key indicator of stress. * Lowered immune response - increased risk of infections. You can moderate stress responses by utilising the 4 A’s - disclaimer - I don’t remember where this concept came from but it has worked a treat for me over the years - Avoid - unnecessary stress. Learn how to say no. No is a complete sentence. - Alter - Change your behaviour immediately and communicate clearly what you need right now. Ask for what you need. - Adapt - to the stress. If you can’t change it learn to adapt. We can not avoid COVID so learn to adapt. Keep things in perspective. Remember the power within gratitude, reminding yourself of the positives is every situation. - Accept - Some things just don’t go away. You can’t control what you can’t control. Focus on what you do have control of - who you surround yourself with, how you nourish and move your body. Focus your energy on your thoughts and your body. Figure out what feels right for you right now. www.innatehealthcoaching.com.au See more
24.01.2022 Fatigue, memory loss, confusion. These are just a few signs of a B12 deficiency. B12 has come up a few times with clients in the past few weeks so I thought a little post to explain it’s role and where to find it in our diet might help .... B12 is essential for your nervous system, energy production, red blood cells, DNA synthesis, reproductive and pregnancy health, as well as neural health. . Low levels of B12 have been associated with every ageing disease including Alzheimer’s, dementia, memory loss, infertility, mental illness and serious neurological disorders. . Symptoms of B12 deficiency can be: - Chest pain/shortness of breath - fatigue - unexplained weakness - dissiness - confusion - memory loss - coldness numbing or pins and needles of the hands and feet - slow reflexes - sore mouth and tongue/ulcers . B12 absorption requires two things: - Intrinsic factor - developed in the upper portion of the stomach - Supply of B12 - (naturally found in animal sources) to be carried with intrinsic factor to the large intestine for absorption to take place. . Digestive enzymes are required for the production of intrinsic factor so a functioning digestive system is imperative to the production and absorption of B12. Other possible causes for a B12 deficiency can be: - celiac disease - particularly undiagnosed - proton pump inhibitors - diabetes medication - bariatric surgery - Vegan diet - digestive disorders - chemical exposure . Now I am not trying to ruffle any feathers here but B12 can only be sourced from animals. Some algae supplements claim to have sources of B12 in them, they are not usually in a bioavailable form. . One of the richest bioavailable and sustainable sources come from crickets. Depending on your moral stance of course, but I always recommend introducing crickets to any of my vegetarian and vegan clients. I personally use a great Australian company Grilo Protein I love their protein powders and greens, they also have some amazing recipes on their site! . I hope this helps guysHit me up if you’d like help tweaking your diet and lifestyle innatehealthcoaching.com.au or [email protected]
23.01.2022 With so much fear surrounding the COVID-19 situation, there has never been a better time to take a deep breath and realise that if you support both your immune system and your nervous system, than this virus is unlikely to have a significant effect on you. Here are a few things you can do to support you and your family through this time: As always eat predominantly plant-based whole foods, with a focus on vitamin C rich foods such as berries, citrus and dark leafy greens.... Take extra vitamin C - I love Raw Amazonia Vitamin C Complex. Add raw garlic - one of the best antimicrobials there is! With 80% of our immune system stemming from the gut it is a great time to focus on supporting the gut with probiotic-rich foods such as fermented vegetables that contain live cultures. I also add collagen powder every day to my smoothie. Herbs - Support your nervous system with herbs such as Ashwagandha and Astragalus. I personally, choose to turn off or unfollow any social media accounts that are fear-based - this is not ignorance, we all have the power to limit our exposure. Take a walk in the sunshine and breath. A stressed nervous system will suppress your immune system and increase susceptibility. I’d love to hear how you are supporting yourself and your family through this! Let’s lean on each other and work through this together.
22.01.2022 The benefits are not on the nutritional label! A nutritional label is designed to make the food appeal to a specific market. ... For example, if you are on a sugar-free diet and see a product with zero sugar on the nutritional label, you may think this is ideal for you. Or, maybe you are on a high-protein diet and you see a food with 50g of protein per 100g serving, you may be swayed to purchasing this product. In reality it’s the ingredients that tell the truth, not the nutritional label. The ingredients explain why the food is high in protein or low in sugar. I love my gym, but I see loads of people with all kinds of pre and post workout shakes. If the ingredients are loaded with isolate protein powders, artificial sweeteners, thickeners and stabilisers, then you know it’s filled with additives and should not be considered a real food. Regardless of its advertising being high protein for muscle growth and recovery! To determine whether a food is healthy or not, you need to make a point of reading the ingredient label, steering clear of, acidity regulators, flavours (even if they claim to be natural), fillers, fortifications, starches, gums and numbers. If you would like help learning more about clean eating to suit your individual needs, let’s catch up for a free consultation. www.innatehealthcoaching.com.au See more
22.01.2022 It’s a raw cheesecake day
19.01.2022 What is your motivation for exercising? So I’m out for a walk with my kids and I got to thinking about the motivation behind movement. When people are working hard in the gym they are often thinking about:... - Weight - Aesthetics - Cardiovascular health - Reduce risk of Heart Disease or Diabetes - Improved athletic ability - Metabolic enhancement My key focus for training is: - Sleep quality - Stress perception - Clarity of mind - Reduce inflammation But what is often ignored or forgotten is the massively reduced risk of - Alzheimers - Dementia Many of us believe that the body breaking down is the worst thing that can happen to us but what about our brain and nervous system? Without geeking out too much, studies have shown that pathways for oxygen are enhanced, muscle growth is stimulated and neurotransmitters are optimised resulting in the potential to retain information. What an amazing side effect of movement Exercise doesn’t need to be over complicated. A quick 7minute HITT session can be enough to charge the brain resulting in a higher brain performance and clarity of mind. We innately need to move, however, this is being overridden by our technology fuelled lifestyles. We don’t even need to get up and change the channel on the telly anymore! (that may be showing my age) So, I encourage you to consider your incidental exercise. - Park the car further away - Take the stairs - Isolated muscle contractions while sitting in the car or on the bus - Get outside with the kids more - nobody knows functional fitness better than a toddler! - Fitball instead of an office chair - Standing desk I’d love to hear how you have found ways to squeeze in more movement into your busy lives www.innatehealthcoaching.com.au See more
17.01.2022 For years I suffered a severe hormonal dysfunction. I managed to balance my hormones naturally and thought I’d share a little bit about it I’m going to try and keep this short While oestrogen dominance is a super common condition it does not just affect women. All you men sporting a bulging belly and man boobs may want to read this too... While testing may be needed in some cases I always encourage you to take action and try nutritional and lifestyle changes first. Physical symptoms are: * migraines * painful periods * breast tenderness * endometriosis, PSOS, cystic ovarian syndrome * fertility issues * increased risk of oestrogen dominant cancers Psychological symptoms are: * depression * anxiety * confusion * low libido * sleep disturbances There are two main culprits for the increased rate of oestrogen dominance today: 1. Emotional wellbeing - Any kind of stress that affects cortisol in the body will result in increased oestrogen. 2. Environmental oestrogen disruptors - foreign oestrogen that mimic oestrogen in the body, altering the hormonal activity. Such as: * Phthalates - plastics, cosmetics, body care products, air fresheners, cleaning aids * BPA - canned food, plastics, plastic wraps, packaged foods * Pesticides - gardens, fresh produce, meat, dairy * antibiotics - medication, dairy, meat * Birth control pill - Controversial, but, I encourage not messing around with your biochemistry by not using synthetic hormones * Soy and flaxseeds If you suffer any of the symptoms above I encourage you to investigate and explore the following: Adopt a low-tox lifestyle - eliminate the toxins that are being dumped in to the body - give your body a chance to decongest and restore balance. Invest in organic produce and grass-fed meat. Introduce loads of vegetables and water. Increased fibre and water will help your liver, gut and bowel to eliminate the excess oestrogen. Move your body - increasing the metabolic rate and circulation is one way our body detoxifies. Sleep - You already know this! For more guidance on balancing your hormones, you can find me at innatehealthcoaching.com.au See more
17.01.2022 Don’t strive for perfection, strive for balance. This is key advice to remember in any area of our health. Our body listens to our mind. ... The foundation of a healthy life is developing a strong relationship with yourself. When you have a positive relationship with yourself you will have a balanced relationship with food..then you will start to priorities sleep.then you will start to make changes to commitments that might not serve youit is a domino effect. Let go of control and perfection. Listen to your body’s cues and take a balanced approach See more
15.01.2022 Women with PCOS often have irregular, or absent menstrual cycles and often led to believe that contraceptive pills will regulate their cycle. Contrary to popul...ar belief, contraceptive pills do not regulate a menstrual cycle. They cause a withdrawal bleed, and have nothing to do with regulating a natural menstrual cycle. #DrAndrewOrr #PCOS #Contraceptivesdonotregulateamenstrualcycle #Withdrawalbleedonly
14.01.2022 Don’t strive for perfection, strive for balance. This is key advice to remember in any area of our health. Our body listens to our mind. ... The foundation of a healthy life is developing a strong relationship with yourself. When you have a positive relationship with yourself you will have a balanced relationship with food..then you will start to priorities sleep.then you will start to make changes to commitments that might not serve youit is a domino effect. Let go of control and perfection. Listen to your body’s cues and take a balanced approach
14.01.2022 This will give you a new way of looking at disease. Thank you again Peter Crone
13.01.2022 Why are people stocking up on toilet paper in preparation for a virus? Your best defence against pathogens, regardless of their name or media attention, is to support a strong immune system.... As a society we fail to recognise the body’s innate ability to heal itself. My personal approach to the ‘big C’ is going to be,......life as usual. That being, a diet rich in whole foods, loaded with healthy fats, predominately plant based with a variety of good quality ferments. Plenty of direct sunlight - early morning runs, and loads of exposure to the earth and sea to soak up all those healing minerals. The effects of any virus will vary from one person to the next depending on their immune system. If you would like help tweaking your diet to best defend against the next flu season you can find me at www.innatehealthcoaching.com.au get in contact today for a free health consultation. See more
13.01.2022 As women do we have the right to eat our emotions? Is it biochemical or just an excuse to overeat or make poor food choices? ... I mentor people on eating intuitively, learning to listen to what your body is asking for. An example of this is chocolate, this could indicate a magnesium deficiency. We can’t argue that there is a strong hormonal component. Women have stages throughout their cycle where they are in complete control and food is purely fuel, while other days they wouldn’t think twice about rocking up to the shops in their pj’s to grab that chocolate Overeating can also be situational. Our brain is hardwired to move toward pleasure and away from pain. A tough day can have you reaching for that a dopamine dump.that glass of wine at the end of the day A bit of a rabbit hole but maybe we are denying ourselves the opportunity to recognise the feelings that are being brought up? Are there behavioural patterns that you could take note of? Is there a better way to deal with the situation or emotion? Basically the underlying issue behind emotional eating is not the food. It is the emotional void or hurt. What would it be like to not think about your next meal, but rather just listen to what your body is craving and be able to eat and enjoy that in effortless moderation and balance? I am here to mentor you through many areas of emotional eating, helping you gain back control of your eating patterns. Areas we may focus on are: * Stress perception * Recognising the trigger * Food options * Activity - get your body moving If you would like to work with me you can find me at innatehealthcoaching.com.au See more
10.01.2022 Social Distancing is not Social Isolating Like many of you, I can best relate as an extroverted introvert, where I can be quite extroverted when I need to be but I recharge quietly on my own. I live in rural Australia so isolation is not a new concept for me and luckily I enjoy my own company. So being at home is not that big of a stressor to me but for my extroverted friends, I completely get that this is a big deal. We need to respect that everyone's situation is differe...nt. Some people need social interaction to recharge and destress. The uncertainty of this situation is extremely unsettling and while I'm not trying to be stereotypical, women particularly need to chat about things to destress. We don't tend to isolate ourselves when we are feeling stressed we often seek out a friend for a 'debrief'. People need people. Humans are tribal, we create our little tribes in many areas of our life. Whether that be gym, yoga, garden club, mothers group, a men's shed..the list is endless, intentional or not we create tribes to fill our physical and emotional needs. So while our daily routines have been flipped, maintaining some normality is key. Create a new normal - routine amongst the chaos Join online communities Social media is shinning right now, staying connected is easier than ever. While this time doesn't need to be productive, if you need it to be, then take this time to catch up on tasks you have been setting aside. Work on communication skills - We have no idea how long this will last and while I love my family, its no easy being around the same people day in day out for this long! While it feels awkward at times, I just want to remind you to maintain that connection with society Make eye contact and smile - have you noticed nobody is wanting to make eye contact anymore? Remember the generations that are not socially connected - pick up the phone and have a chat. There is a difference between being alone and feeling lonely and even though we need to be social distancing that does not mean you need to emotionally distance. So keep that mind healthy, reach out and create your tribe See more
07.01.2022 While it’s common to feel tired all the time, it shouldn’t be accepted as normal. I thought I’d share with you today the stages of adrenal failure so you can recognise any potential deterioration in your health. Stage 1- On point energy, cortisol is produced to create a heightened state of alertness. You may feel wired but still tired. May feel anxious and jittery inside. This is an alarm stage. ... Stage 2- Your alarm stage has been on for a while now, you’ve probably been under prolonged stress - its worth noting that the body doesn’t differentiate between stress and busy, it produces cortisol just the same. Your body is requiring more time to rest. You may feel tired even after 9+ hours of sleep. You might start to experience hormonal imbalances, weight gain, anxiety, insomnia and a lowered immune system. Stage 3- adrenal exhaustion. This is where cortisol drops away. You may experience a debilitating lack of energy, depression, chronic fatigue, fibromyalgia, muscular breakdown, unable to think clearly - you will need naps to get through a day, and chronic diseases set in. Stage 4 - Adrenal failure - At this stage you are at your doctors getting medical intervention. I lived with adrenal fatigue for too long. I have done the countless doctors visits and taken all the supplements. What I know is, adrenal health can be really simple. * Nutrition - Diet is super important with adrenal health. Without that nourishment we can’t give your body what it needs in order to heal. I’m talking whole, nutrient rich fresh foods! Gluten, dairy and refined sugar free - consider removing alcohol and caffein * Adopt a tox-free lifestyle. Toxins place an unnecessary load on the liver. Anywhere you can go tox-free will help * Mindfulness - I’m not asking you to become a monk. Just set aside a few minutes a day to rest your mind. * Gentle exercise - non adrenalin induced sports. Keep it short and simple. I am passionate about mentoring women into adrenal health. If you are feeling exhausted, fed up with feeling fed up contact me for a free consultation and we can discuss a plan for you. www.innatehealthcoaching.com.au See more
07.01.2022 Weight, weight loss, ideal body weight, body image, good food, bad food - all these words represent one of the greatest frustrations of many women today. Does this sound familiar to you: You have a great plan of action, you are eating healthy, exercising regularly. You do really well, then all of a sudden you plateau. Then within the next 6-12months, all your weight plus more reappears. You may have also been down the road of yo-yo dieting, shakes, fad diets etc. ... Quite simply a diet is a form of stress and without diving too deep, stress has many bio-chemical complications on the body. Here are a few steps that may help you re-set your response to food: * Reject the diet - research shows that dieting doesn’t work. * Work on your self - why have you got this disconnection with food? Make peace with food. Question your language, do you label food as good or bad? Ditch the negative language around food. * Ask yourself - Does this food serve you? * Be thankful for the food that is presented, love and make peace with it. This means all food that is prepared and presented to you - we need to lose the anxiety that is associated with different food groups. * When you are in a state of disease or disfunction, the signalling pathways in the body don’t work optimally. You may need to work on these areas first. * Beat the addiction - Many foods in our current diet are addictive. Sweeteners, flavour enhancers and additives are all highly addictive, driving our brain to crave more of those foods. Sometimes it is necessary to adopt a reset approach whilst learning the intuitive eating principals. You will need to eliminate these foods to calm down those signals. * Finally, utilise the principals of intuitive eating. If you don’t feel like you’ve achieved your hormone, your health or you food goals this year, this could be a great opportunity to reset, realign and start the new year with a fresh relationship with food and your body. If you would like guidance with this, contact me for a free consultation at innatehealthcoaching.com.au See more
06.01.2022 This is the image that comes to mind when I think about my adrenal dysfunction. I felt utterly exhausted, taking one step at a time, just wanting to go back into my shell. As the story goes though, slowing down wins the race. If you haven’t heard a lot about the adrenal glands, they sit on top of your kidneys and they are designed to help us survive immediate/urgent situations producing a variety of hormones including adrenaline and cortisol. They are only designed to s...witch on short term. The problem we have is, we are in chronic stressful situations, relying on our adrenals daily. Here are some subtle symptoms that your adrenals may be getting overwhelmed and overworked. * Are you getting sugar craving - feeling uncontrolled with the way you consume food * weight fluctuation - gaining weight around your mid-section particularly * Are you having issues with energy feeling wired up but still tired. Trouble going to sleep and staying asleep. Or maybe sleeping but not waking up refreshed * Emotional instability. Are you feeling overwhelmed, like you are pushing to get through the day? * Strung out and anxious * Brain fog * Irrational - jumping between tasks - not being able to prioritise * Poor immunity * Hormonal dysfunction It probably took you some time to get to this state so it will take time to get out of it. The good news is you can start making lifestyle and nutrition changes today to support your adrenal function. I would love to support you with your nutrition and lifestyle challenges. You can find me at innathealthcoaching.com.au and we can work together to design the best approach for you. See more
04.01.2022 This is our paddock at the moment - pretty dry - but still so much beauty in those hills Many of us are living in boxes We are living in boxes, working in boxes and travelling in boxes.... Often surrounded by Wi-fi, controlled heating or cooling, with no natural daylight. We are not designed to thrive in this environment - we are created to be with nature. We need to get back out there! - connect with water, earth and air. I’d love to hear how you get your nature fix See more
04.01.2022 I get it!....It’s hard to show up when nobody is pushing you. Be your biggest fan, turn up for you everyday www.innatehealthcoaching.com.au
01.01.2022 How can a health coach help me? As a health coach I consider myself more of an accountability partner to you. Similar to personal training but for your health goals. Looking at the body as a system rather than individual parts, with a focus on bio-individuality, no two people are the same. Encouraging you to understand that many conditions you are suffering from may well be part of your genetics but are by no means your destiny. Offering practical strategies to modify your ha...bits around mindset, nutrition and exercise. A health coach is not a medical practitioner, but often works alongside a GP to educate a patient on areas such as nutrition, sleep, exercise and behavioural habits offering a better environment for the body to heal. A health coach has more of a focus on improving wellness rather than treating a illness. If you have a health goal you are struggling with, get in contact today for a free consultation [email protected] innatehealthcoaching.com.au
01.01.2022 My workout buddy not feeling it today
