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Ditch the Diet Soda



Here are few reasons why sodas (especially diet ones) will absolutely not help you achieve your health goals: 

  • pH of 2.5: Sodas are 50,000 times more acidic than neutral. It would require 30 glasses of clean water to balance out just ONE can of soda. Why is this important? All diseases (including cancer) thrive in an acidic environment. 

  • High Fructose Corn Syrup (HFCS): This highly processed sweetener significantly raises insulin levels and has been linked to Diabetes, Obesity and Metabolic Syndrome. Plus, the majority of HFCS is derived from genetically modified corn. (GMO) 

  • Aspartame, Splenda: All artificial sweeteners are just that–Artificial. They are the result of a chemical process that produces dangerous neurotoxic compounds. Aspartame has been linked to brain tumors, migraines/headaches, epilepsy/seizures, depression and autoimmune diseases. Sucralose (Splenda) falls into the same category. The company claims it is made from sugar, but they neglect to tell you they alter a sugar molecule and insert chlorine–a dangerous carcinogen (cancer causing agent).  These artificial sugars are addictive and actually cause you to gain weight!  

  • Caffeine: Caffeine has a half-life of 6 hours, meaning that it will stay in your body for 12 hours before the effect wears off. Even if you think caffeine doesn’t affect you, it will still alter your sleep cycles and the quality of your sleep. Caffeine is also a diuretic–dehydrating you even though you believe you are ingesting liquids. 



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Copyright, 2018, 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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Ingredients to Watch Out For



If  you can’t  pronounce it,  you probably don’t  want to put it in your  body. You were meant to eat  simple foods: spinach, carrots,  apple instead of monohydroxsodium  aspartate (I just made that up). If  it sounds like a chemical, it probably  is and does not belong in your body.


High-fructose  corn syrup: Corn  and syrup are two  easily pronounced, natural  sounding words can’t be that  bad, right? In fact, many believe  HCFS is the most significant factor  in the rising rates of obesity and type  2 diabetes in the United States. HCFS is an  artificial sweetener derived from corn. It is highly  processed, and contains high levels of fructose, which  may result in liver damage, and it rapidly raises blood  sugar. Recently, the Corn Refiners Association, have pushed  to be able to label HCFS merely as “corn sugar.” If you see  this on a label, it’s just HCFS trying to sound more natural. Remember  though that agave has more fructose though than HFCS! Check ingredient labels  and avoid “health” or raw foods that contain agave, which is certainly not a health  food you want to be ingesting.


Sugar:  A label may  come straight out  and say it contains  sugar, or it may use  all kinds of clever names  including sucrose, fructose, glucose  solids, barley malt, corn syrup solids,  dehydrated cane juice, cane juice, refiners  syrup, maltodextrin, caramel, fruit juice, dextrose,  and many others.


Artificial  sweeteners: These  are chemicals, some  of which are neurotoxic.  Look for names like aspartame,  NutraSweet, sucralose, Equal, Splenda,  saccharin, acesulfame-K, acesulfame potassium,  and neotame.


Monosodium  glutamate: Another  neurotoxin, monosodium  glutamate or MSG is added  as a flavor enhancer. Avoid  it at all costs, or anything  containing free glutamate. It may  also appear on labels as hydrolyzed  protein, glutamic acid, glutamate, monopotassium  glutamate, calcium glutamate, yeast extract, autolyzed  yeast, textured protein, soy protein, whey protein, calcium  caseinate, and sodium caseinate.


Artificial  anything: Simply  put, these are chemicals.  Avoid foods that call out artificial  colors or flavors. It may also be listed  as “(color) dye # (number).”

Trans  fats: According  to the American Heart  Association, no amount of  trans fats are considered safe.  This processed ingredient is associated  with raising LDL (bad) cholesterol and increased  risk of heart disease and diabetes. Avoid any ingredients  listed as hydrogenated or partially hydrogenated, as well.


Sodium  nitrate or  nitrite: Nitrates  and nitrites may increase  risk of pancreatic cancer, according to the National Institute of Health.  Nitrates are found in processed meats.


**Want to learn more? Please contact me to schedule a wellness session or grocery store tour at the local store where you shop! 712.790.5883 or Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com

Copyright, 2018, 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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Sugar High





After all these classes I've been giving on sweets and sugar I spotted this! I want to point out just because something is organic or at the natural health food store does NOT mean it is necessarily good for you. This hot cocoa boasts a whopping 14 grams of sugar per serving! That is equal to 3.5 teaspoons of sugar.  The first ingredient on the food label is cane sugar.  Something to take note of this winter when you are looking for a hot beverage to warm you up!! Try my Paleo Hot Chocolate Recipe.
If you would like to learn more please contact me to schedule a grocery store tour at the local store where you shop! Jackie@OptimumWellnessMN.com or 712.790.5883
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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Addictions and Intuition


As you know I'm an avid reader! I've been reading a book on detoxing and addictions. Coffee, energy drinks, soda, cigarettes, alcohol, drugs, exercise, food, sugar, wheat/gluten, sex. porn, complaining, blaming, procrastinating...etc.  These things numb us and prevent us from receiving messages from our guides and dull our intuition.  When our bodies and mind are clear from toxins, our brains are sharper, we are focused, full of energy and more creative!! Thus ready to fulfill our life purpose here on Earth!



Some simple steps to take to help release addictions:   

Support/Accountability- Therapist, counselor, energy healer, pastor, family, friends.

Ask your angels and the Universe for help- Call upon Archangel Michael and Raphael specifically for addictions.

Rid your home of anything you use to dull the pain, hurt, boredom, or loneliness.

 Fuel your body with clean foods. Avoid processed, acidic foods and other toxins.

Drink plenty of pure, filtered water. When we are dehydrated we are more emotional, develop brain fog, which leads to making bad decisions.

Use essential oils. Particularly Geranium and Rose.  Geranium helps regulate your body clock and balances your sleep/wake cycles.  It's calming and uplifting at the same time. It also enhances your self-esteem and confidence.  Rose brings you to a heart-centered space, with your total awareness being focused on love, which is the ultimate healer. The more love you surround yourself with, the more healing energy you will experience. 

Detox negative people from your life. Dramatic, draining, and stressful people have no place in your life. These people can dampen your light and overstep boundaries.  If you feel off or uneasy around someone they are usually negatively affecting your energy. Releasing these unhealthy and unbalanced relationships is the healthiest thing you can do.  


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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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Jackie's Health Tip of the Week 6/11/17




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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Jackie's Health Tip of the Week 4/23/17



Sugar Cravings?


Eat sour and fermented foods!

This is the trick of the trade. When you crave the sugar taste, hit it with its opposite. Eat sour, fermented foods and beverages like sauerkraut, kimchi, kombucha, and apple cider vinegar. These foods give you a blast of probiotics, enzymes, and nutrients to cut sugar cravings. Look for them at your local health food store or make your own at home!


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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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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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Jackie's Health Tip of the Week 4/2/17



3 Powerful Nutrition Principles:


1. Food From Nature vs. Food by Man

-Eat “real” food and not factory made processed food
-Eat food that comes from the Earth (organic fruit, vegetables, grass-fed meat, etc.) and NOT food that man has created (Doritos, candy, boxed food, etc.)
-Over 3,000 chemicals have been approved by the FDA and are found in our food supply
-Read labels- if you cannot read the ingredient, DON’T EAT IT!
 
2. Decrease Sugar

-Leads to inflammation, disease, feeds cancer cells, and increases acidity in the body.
-Comes in hidden forms: soups, salsa, boxed foods, lunch meats, pizza, sauces, crackers, fruit drinks, canned foods, yogurt, ketchup, mayonnaise, etc.  
-Limit rice, pasta, bread, whole grains- they turn into sugar in the body.  
-Increase fruits, vegetables, grass fed and free range meats, healthy fats.

3. Increase Healthy Fats

-Your body needs fats to function: hormone production, cancer prevention, brain development, weight loss, cellular healing, and anti-inflammation.  

-Change bad fats to good fats

*Replace margarine with real organic butter
*Replace vegetable/canola oil and hydrogenated oil (trans-fat) with coconut oil and extra virgin olive oil          
*Other Healthy Fats: fatty fish, raw nuts and seeds, avocado, chia, flax, hemp seeds, natural nut butters (with no added oils), olives


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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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Jackie's Health Tip of the Week 3/5/17



Stay Hydrated!


Sugar cravings often arise because of dehydration. When you feel a craving, first drink a few glasses of water. A good health habit is to start your day by drinking water and having a smoothie for breakfast. This practice will hydrate your system, give your body easily digestible nutrients, and set you up for healthy eating for the rest of the day. Look to incorporate at least half your body weight in ounces of water into your daily regime. 




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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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