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Jackie's Health Tip of the Week 4/16/17


Inflammation is not only the mechanism of pain, including achy muscles and swollen joints, but is also the root cause of many other health concerns, including autoimmune diseases, infections, heart disease, diabetes, cancer, Alzheimer's disease, and obesity. 

To reduce inflammation avoid or reduce foods including sugar, high-glycemic foods, trans fat, processed and refined foods, and all foods you are individually allergic or sensitive: Common culprits included gluten, dairy, soy, corn, eggs, and nightshades. 

A good night's sleep, stress management, and regular exercise can decrease inflammation!

Supplements to consider: Tart cherry juice, Boswellia, and Turmeric.  Please reach out if you would like more information or would like to be tested for possible food allergies or intolerances.



Copyright, 2017, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.
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Spring Body Cleaning



Juicing is a great way to cleanse your body and give your digestive system a break. It's beneficial to do a full body detox every time the seasons change. Here are my top picks to juice: 


Carrots- Beta-carotene. Great for liver, brain, eye health

Cucumber-Pancreas, liver, high in silica for glowing skin, hair, nails

Celery-Alkalizing, high in electrolytes, potassium, reduces cellulite, inflammation, tightens skin

Asparagus-High in vitamins C and D, removes heavy metals, radiation. 

Beets-Circulatory system, cleanses blood, Athletes-increases endurance

Broccoli- High in chromium-balances blood sugar and hormones

Cabbage-Source of sulfur- stomach ulcers, detox, digestive issues, joints, leaky gut

Cilantro-Heavy metal detox

Garlic-Heart health, Candida, colds/flu

Ginger-Reduces inflammation/swelling

Turmeric-Arthritis, inflammation, heart disease

Kale-Nutrient dense, alkalizes pH, detox

Lemons-Contains Quercetin, vitamin C, alkalizing, seasonal allergies

Parsley-Alkalizing, bloating, chlorophyll 



Want to learn more? Schedule a juicing consultation with me: 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com 




Copyright, 2016, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutritionist and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.
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Neem Oil-Natural Cure



Neem is considered a super-herb and addresses a wide range of health problems. Indian households have been using neem in their daily lives for thousands of years. It is used in cooking, lotions, shampoos, medicines, religious ceremonies, and as a natural pesticide. 

Neem is a tropical evergreen tree that grows from 50 to 130 feet tall found primarily in India, Pakistan, and Bangladesh.  Neem is currently being researched in India for the treatment of cancer. Every part of the neem tree can be for used – leaves, bark, roots, seeds, fruit, and fragrant flowers.

Neem leaves have been used traditionally as a blood cleanser due to their antiviral, antifungal, antiparasitic, and antiseptic qualities. Neem leaves are also used to treat many eye disorders, skin conditions such as acne and rosacea, stomach ulcers, poor appetite, diabetes, gum disease, fever, liver disorders, and arthritis. It is also great for the heart and used to prevent blood clots. 


Neem oil is used in soaps, lotions, face masks, shampoos, and toothpastes. It helps treat fungal infections, lice, dry scalp, dandruff, premature graying of the hair, gingivitis, and skin disorders and soothes dry, itchy, red, irritated skin. It has also been used for chicken pox to relieve the associated skin irritation caused by the chickenpox virus and has the ability to improve overall skin health by fighting the bacteria that causes pimples and acne. Unlike antibiotics, neem fights bacteria without causing bacterial resistance over time. I have been using it on my face at night the last few weeks and my acne is gone! Especially the trouble spots on my forehead! 

Please message me if you would like to know the high-quality brand I use! 



*CAUTION: If you are pregnant, trying to become pregnant, or breastfeeding, you should not consume products with neem because it can result in miscarriages and toxicity to infants.


Source: Neem: Benefits for Health and the Environment by Pamela Paterson



Copyright, 2014, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutrition and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.



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Arthritis- Choose an Anti-Inflammatory Diet


Over Easter my grandpa asked me about what he could do to help alleviate his arthritis. I suggested to start with his diet since that would have the most significant effect. Most people underestimate the power of eating clean and nutrient-dense, whole foods. Here are three simple changes to make.
Removing the BAD FATS – Replacing them with GOOD FATS.

Bad fats such as hydrogenated and partially hydrogenated oils, Trans fats, soybean oil, canola oil and vegetable oils cause heart disease, stroke, diabetes, cancer, and chronic fatigue. Bad fats create chronic inflammation throughout the body inducing disease. Good fats are essential to hormone production, cancer prevention, brain development, weight loss, cellular healing, and anti-inflammation. Examples of good fats: raw nuts, seeds, extra virgin olive oil, coconut oil, grass fed butter, avocados, flax seeds, chia seeds, hemp seeds, fatty fish. 

Change the MEATS that you EAT.

There are hundreds of studies that link commercial meats with cancer and heart disease. The grain fed to animals that were created to eat grass changes fatty acid ratios (too much omega-6, not enough omega-3) and denatures good fats, leading to modern day disease. The accumulation of commercial pesticides, herbicides, antibiotics, and hormones in meats are causing a toxic onslaught, which leads to many cancers, neurological disorders and chronic illness. Grass fed and free range meats offer many fatty acids missing in the Standard American Diet (SAD) such as: CLA and Omega 3 fatty acids.



Remove ALL Refined SUGARS and GRAINS from your Diet.

This includes white rice, white pasta, and white bread. Hidden sources including: lunch meats, pizza, sauces, breads, soups, crackers, fruit drinks, canned foods, yogurt, ketchup, mayonnaise, etc. High glycemic or refined sugars cause elevated glucose, which elevates insulin leading to premature aging and degenerative diseases such as type II diabetes, heart disease (inflammation of the arteries), and cancer.

Sugar is an anti-nutrient offering insignificant amounts of vitamins and minerals and robbing your body of nutrient stores. This leads to diseases such as chronic fatigue, ADD, ADHD, heart disease, diabetes, and cancers.

Low glycemic carbohydrates in the forms of fruits and vegetables have high amounts of fiber; enzymes, vitamins, minerals, and antioxidants that help you age slower, improve energy levels, lose weight, and naturally detoxify your cells.
Want to learn more? Please contact me to schedule a wellness consultation or grocery store tour! 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com 


Copyright, 2014, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutrition and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.
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Vitamin D-The Sunshine Mega Vitamin

Researchers have been discovering the importance of this vitamin more and more! Studies have been linking vitamin D deficiency to multiple diseases and disorders. Thank you Dr. Josh Axe for this information I am sharing with you.

Chronic Diseases Fueled by Vitamin D Deficiency:


Alzheimer’s disease
Asthma
Autism
Cancer
Cavities
Cold & Flu
Cystic fibrosis
Dementia
Depression
Diabetes 1 and 2
Eczema & Psoriasis
Hearing loss
Heart disease
Hypertension
Infertility
Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Insomnia
Macular degeneration
Migraines
Multiple Sclerosis Crohn’s disease
Muscle pain
Obesity
Osteoporosis
Periodontal disease
Pre eclampsia
Rheumatoid arthritis
Schizophrenia
Seizures
Septicemia
Signs of aging
Tuberculosis

What isn't on this list, right?!?!?!

In a recent study, researchers at the Mayo Clinic found that leukemia patients with low levels of vitamin D at their diagnosis were twice as likely to die and progressed at a faster rate than those with adequate vitamin D levels. They also discovered trends revealing that higher levels of vitamin D matched with longer survival times and decreased progression of the disease.

D. Alexander Parker, Ph.D., Associate Professor of Epidemiology and Urology at Mayo Clinic in Florida, suggests that one-quarter of Americans suffer from low levels of Vitamin D.

In fact according to data obtained by the National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey 7.6 million children across the USA were vitamin D deficient. This is defined as less than 15ng/ml of blood.



The Importance of Vitamin D

Vitamin D is important for bone health as well as reducing the risk of heart disease, diabetes and some types of cancer. It is vital for the absorption and metabolism of calcium and phosphorus. In addition it has been found to:

-Regulate and support the immune system
-Maintain healthy body weight
-Reduce the risk of developing multiple sclerosis
-Maintaining brain function as you age
-Reduce severity and frequency of asthma symptoms
-Reduce the risk of developing rheumatoid arthritis in women



4 Best Food Sources for Vitamin D3


1. Wild caught salmon (and other fatty fish like tuna, mackerel and sardines. NOT tilapia)
2. Raw dairy like cheese and yogurt
3. Organic, cage free, vegetarian fed eggs (eat the WHOLE egg! Yolk too!)
4. Mushrooms


 What’s the Best Time of Day for Vitamin D?

 The best time of day to get sunlight exposure for vitamin D is noon. 

It’s essential to know and maintain healthy levels of vitamin d to protect against disease and disability later in life. For this reason, it’s important to get proper testing to know your levels of vitamin D.

Supplementation is critical especially here in the Midwest! As an adult woman I take 5,000 IUS a day.  I would encourage you to go to the doctor and get your vitamin D levels tested to see if you need a higher dosage! (simple blood test) When looking for a vitamin D supplement make sure it comes from a whole food source. I sell a wonderful brand that is organic, raw, vegetarian, and gluten-free! Please contact me if you would like to order. I will be placing an order this week! 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com



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Copyright, 2013, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness LLC, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutrition and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.


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Olive Oil (Extra Virgin is Best)


It seems fitting to write about olive oil since I have been promoting it in the grocery stores!! Extra virgin olive oil is not processed with chemical or solvents like regular olive oil.  Be sure to check the bottle you have in your cupboard! 
Extra virgin olive oil (EVOO) is generally the best oil for most recipes. It has many benefits, and has a unique flavor. Olive oil is made from the fruit of the olive tree. There are several types of olive oil and the type, in part, determines how the oil was made and what it should be used for in cooking or other genres.Olive oil is high in monounsaturated fats; these healthy fats can help lower cholesterol, improve your immune system, and lower blood pressure. This healthy oil decreases inflammation in rheumatoid arthritis, and has been shown to help improve bone health. 

Please note, olive oil cannot withstand high temperatures. It has a very low smoke point, and when it gets too hot some of its benefits are lost. Be sure to not let olive oil smoke. If you need oil for high temperature cooking, coconut oil is an excellent choice! Purchase extra virgin olive oil in a dark glass bottle because once exposed to light and air it can go rancid.
  

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Copyright, 2013, Jackie Mart. For further information about this blog, or Optimum Wellness MN, contact Jackie Mart at 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com. As a holistic nutrition and lifestyle coach, I will support you in taking steps to a healthier and happier you. My goal is to help you create an art of balance in your life. You will also learn how important balance between primary foods (relationships, physical activity, sleep, career and spirituality) and secondary foods (organic food and whole food) is.

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