Dr. Alyssa’s Inspired Health Program

Email #12: Stress Less Stress is an ongoing battle in this day and age. Physical and emotional stress are hard to avoid, but learning how to manage your stress can do wonders for body and mind. Cortisol is the biggest stress hormone in the human body. Increased levels that remain chronically high are responsible for […]

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Email #11: AG Energy Balls (no baking required) This recipe is easy to make, satisfying and nutritious enough to eat for breakfast. I hope you enjoy them as much as we have over the years! Ingredients1 cup old-fashioned oats (gluten free preferable)½ cup almond butter or sunflower seed butter½ cup ground flaxseed or flaxseed meal½ 

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Email #10: Epigenetics 101 Dictionary.com, defines epigenetics as follows:  “Genetics. the study of the process by which genetic information is translated into the substance and behavior of an organism: specifically, the study of the way in which the expression of heritable traits is modified by environmental influences or other mechanisms without a change to the

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Dr. Alyssa’s Inspired Health Program #9: AG “Chocolate Pudding” No Bake Cookies

N.B. Organic, fair trade, non-GMO, gluten free/dairy free ingredients recommended Ingredients1 large or 2 small avocados (very ripe)1 ⅓ cup oats (instant or old-fashioned)¼  cup raw cacao¼  cup nut butter or sunflower seed butter¼  cup semi-sweet chocolate morsels2 tbsp maple syrup Directions Line baking pan (9” x 12”) with parchment paper for easy clean-up In

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Email #7: Gut Health 101 This week I want to bring to your attention the wonderful world that is the human gut. There is so much more to the gut than science originally recognized. To break it down as simply as possible, I went with bullet points for this Inspired Health post. Hope this sheds

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Email #6: AG Turkey Chili (N.B. Organic, free range and non-GMO ingredients always recommended) The beauty of this recipe is that in times such as these, when you can’t be sure what your delivery may hold, or what can be done with the extra can of beans you bought, this recipe can have many substitutions

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Email #5: Tapping Revealed Amongst other things, The Tapping Method is a simple yet effective way to increase calm and relieve anxiety, which we all need right now. It has actually been shown to help with a variety of conditions, from addiction to weight loss. Tapping is part of a broader program called the Emotional

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Email #4: AG GF Banana Nut Muffins In the hopes of limiting waste during this time, I figured it was the perfect opportunity to share this simple, satisfying and healthy recipe with you. Enjoy! Preheat Oven to 350 degrees Fahrenheit (N.B. Organic, non-GMO, cage free ingredients always recommended) Ingredients 3 ripe bananas 2 eggs 2

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Email #3: Thinking outside the “Box” Packaged foods have become a mainstay in our society. Each of those bags and boxes of “food” are adorned with a label that reads like a chemistry experiment. In times such as these, it is clearly important to stock up on food. However in order to keep our immune

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Email #2 : Intermittent Fasting 101 Intermittent fasting is a method used to help the body burn fat as fuel. It is based on the thought that the human body has not changed that much since caveman times and periods of large feeds were often followed by fasting states. In general there are three ways

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Email #1: Shake that Sugar Addiction Sugar is one of the most highly addictive substances on our planet and the root cause of a number of epidemics in our society, from diabetes to obesity. As we’re seeing with the current coronavirus pandemic, those most at risk at those with underlying coniditons such as those conferred

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​2020 Vision of Your Best Self: Nutritional Therapy & Weight Loss Program

Nutritional Therapy is a holistic, in-depth look into your eating and lifestyle habits, health history and symptoms. You will work together with Tonya Romano, FNTP to create a specialized plan that works for you, incorporating whole, nutrient dense foods and lifestyle changes.  Living Well’s Infrared Sauna heats the body from the inside out, creating a

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VIEW HealthBit CL: Isometric Exercise Series #4 (Wall squats)

Key Isometric Exercises: Forearm plank Side plank (on forearm) Supermans/Womans Wall squats Wall squats Press your back and head up against the wall, legs in front of you hips width apart. Slide down the wall, bending your knees and lowering into a squat position, with thighs parallel to the floor and knees at 90 degrees

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VIEW HealthBit CXLVIV: Isometric Exercise Series #3 (Supermans/Womans)

Key Isometric Exercises: Forearm plank Side plank (on forearm) Supermans/Womans Wall squats Supermans/Womans Lie on your stomach with arms outstretched in front of you and legs behind you. Tighten abs and gently lift arms and legs a few inches off the ground. Be sure to gently lift the neck and head at the same time.

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VIEW HealthBit CXLVIII: Isometric Exercise Series #2 (Side Plank on forearm)

Key Isometric Exercises: Forearm plank Side plank (on forearm) Supermans Wall squats Side Plank (on forearm) Lie on your side in a straight line with forearm on the floor, elbow bent to 90 degrees and straight down from the shoulder and legs straight out  Keep feet stacked (or slide the top foot off so that

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VIEW HealthBit CXLVII: Isometric Exercise Series #1 (Forearm Plank)

Sometimes the most profound exercises are done by assuming a position and holding it. These are known as isometric exercises, those in which the muscle does not change in length nor does the joint move. Each week we will go over a different, key isometric exercise as well as modifications and challenges. Key Isometric Exercises:

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VIEW HealthBit CXLVI: AG Slow Cooker Whole Chicken Dinner

NB: Free range, organic non-GMO ingredients recommended Ingredients1 4lb whole chickenTwo sweet potatoes twice wrapped in aluminum foilTwo white potatoes twice wrapped in aluminum foil1 onion, choppedSalt and pepper to taste Directions Place wrapped potatoes in the bottom of the slow cooker Place bird breast side down on top of potatoes Sprinkle bird with salt

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VIEW HealthBit CXLV: An old “Bit” on the swine flu vaccine (originally released October 1, 2009, and rereleased for its relevancy today)

October 1, 2009 Over the past few weeks, I have had many patients, friends and family members ask my opinion on this new vaccine. I feel obligated to report what I’ve heard and read, so here is some information you may not know. Please keep in mind I am not trying to persuade you one

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VIEW HealthBit CXLIV: Earache Help at Home

While children are more apt to get earaches because of the shape of their Eustachian tubes (they are more horizontal in kids and become more vertical as we age), ear drainage issues can affect people of all ages. Thankfully there are a few natural remedies for earaches, and a few techniques that can help alleviate

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VIEW HealthBit CXLIII: Supplements Part 4 (Herbs)

(Key: Tox = Toxicity) Alfalfa-mineral-rich due to its root structure-given as sprouts or seeds-helps decrease cholesterol and increase appetite-poultice for insect bitesTox: can cause oxidative stress to red blood cell membranes Aloe Vera-known for its healing effects-helps with constipation, pancreatic health, diabetes, minor burns and wound healingTox: rare (poss. damage to gallbladder) Bilberry-entire plant can

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VIEW HealthBit CXLII: Supplements Part 3 (Minerals)

Boron Increases absorption and prevents urinary loss of calcium, magnesium and phosphorusConditions used for: Degenerative Joint Disease (DJD), Rheumatoid Arthritis (RA), OsteoporosisSources: almonds, prunes, raisins, dark green leafy veggiesRDA: 1mg/day Calcium Most abundant mineral in the bodyHelpful with the following conditions: Gingivitis, High cholesterol, Hypertension, Kidney stones, Migraine headaches, Osteoporosis, Pregnancy, PMS, RicketsSources: dark green leafy veggies

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VIEW HealthBit CXLI: Supplements Part 2 (Fat-soluble Vitamins)

Vitamin A (Retinol)-Antioxidant-Prevents night blindness (nyctalopia)-Helps with repair and maintenance of epithelial tissues-Helps bone and teeth formationBeware: antibiotics, laxatives and some cholesterol lowering drugs interfere w/absorptionSources: Dark green leafy veges (kale, chard, cauliflower, broccoli, arugula, radicchio, spinach, asparagus), orange and yellow skinned fruit and veges (carotenoid); red meat (retinol)Dosage: 700 mcg for females, 900 mcg

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