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Welcome to the October 2011 issue of the LaVida Health Newsletter. LaVida Health Services - Naturopathy In this Issue
Website Articles Click here to visit the News and Views articles section of the LaVida Health website, where you will find comments on items appearing in the media, information about specific health issues, and other titbits. Pass it on Know anyone who might be interested in our newsletter? Click here to forward this email to up to 5 friends at once.
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Welcome to those of you who are receiving this newsletter for the first time. I hope you find the information contained within interesting. This month I talk about the importance of fibre...what is it, why you need it and how to get it. Also, Jasmine Stankovic, our resident NLP and coaching practitioner has a new service as well as a wonderful coaching offer for you...excellent if you are feeling stuck or struggling to change your habits and behaviours. Until next time, you can keep up to date with us on Twitter and Facebook. I hope to see you there. It's an easy way to interact. Yours in good health,
Kaye Wright You can forward this email by clicking under "pass it on" in the lefthand column of this newsletter or simply:
Thanks for sharing! I appreciate it. It's not a very exciting subject (unless you're a naturopath) but it is certainly one that is vital to your ongoing good health! Fibre is the part of food which can't be broken down and absorbed by your small intestine. It is mostly found in fruit, vegetables, nuts, seeds and legumes as well as grains and rice (especially in the outer covering which is often lost in highly processed foods). The role of fibre is to keep your digestive tract clean (it's like a big broom for your gut) as well as encourage good elimination of waste and toxins through your bowels. A diet with sufficient fibre can reduce your risk of bowel cancer, diverticulitis, constipation, gastrointestinal problems, increased cholesterol, heart disease, weight gain and more. It is generally thought we should aim for a minimum of 30 grams of fibre in our diet each day. This is a general guideline which may vary from person to person depending on their specific health and needs. It is also important to remember that this should come from a variety of sources (and not just by taking a fibre supplement or adding heaps of wheat bran to your cereal). So, how do you get it? Some good sources of fibre include:
Making a few simple changes to your diet, (swapping to wholemeal pasta for example) can have a significant impact on your fibre intake. It's important to increase your fibre slowly and make sure you drink plenty of water as well. While the majority of us struggle to keep our fibre intake up, you should be aware that excess fibre over a long period of time can lead to reduced asborption of certain minerals such as zinc, iron and calcium. Would you like help in assessing your diet (including fibre intake)? Do you feel your digestion is struggling? A naturopathic consultation can help get you on the right track. Call Kaye on 9620 9503. From Jasmine I've had quite a number of enquiries about the current programs we have on offer here at Look Within regarding the upcoming holidays. A lot of people are concerned about going on holidays and missing out on their sessions. We are happy to announce that Look Within is now able to do Skype sessions, so you continue uninterrupted with your progress. The 3 month Coaching program is designed for people who have those issues that they’ve “tried everything but nothing seems to work”. This program will help identify the issue, work on it and provide support for 3 months. It is designed to help combat addictive behaviors like smoking or gambling. The 6 month Coaching program is designed for the more complex issues regarding health and well-being, such as weight loss, eating disorders, depression, anxiety, pain management and so on. For further enquiries contact Jasmine directly on 0433 51 33 99. Due to popular demand the 25% discount has been extended until the end of 2011, so hurry up and take advantage of the massive savings that are on offer. You’re saving a massive $2970 on the 6 month coaching program by acting NOW!!! Call Jasmine directly on 0433 51 33 99. Since the last newsletter, I have posted the following articles in the News and Views section of our website:
You can catch up with these articles by clicking on the link under Website Articles in the lefthand column of this newsletter. I've also posted quite a bit of other news and links on Facebook and twitter so be sure to "like" my facebook page or follow me on twitter if you want to stay up to date with health and clinic news. Just click the buttons on the lefthand column of this newsletter. Do you have health questions? Or is there a topic you'd like me to cover in future newsletters or online? Just let me know. You can pay me a visit on facebook or twitter. Or, if you prefer, you can email me at info@lavidahealth.com.au or talk to me directly by calling the clinic on 9620 9503. Naturally, the advice in this newsletter is of a general nature for educational purposes and should not be taken as a substitute for personalised advice from your healthcare professional. It is provided in good faith without any express or implied warranty. If you have, or suspect you have, a medical condition you should seek expert advice prior to taking any supplements or treatments. Self-diagnosis and treatment may be ineffective, costly and possibly even harmful in some circumstances. Back to Top |
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