Author: Courtney O'Connor RHN

Adapting the Perfect Diet: Seasonal Eating

Seasonal Eating

Is there such a thing as a “perfect” or “ideal diet”? The simple answer is no. Our nutritional requirements are ever changing based on our stage of life, environment, stress level, activity level, our current state of health, where we live, the time of year and even the weather. 

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Improving Digestion, One Bite at a Time!

When we think of eating healthy, we think of choosing foods that are fresh, local and organic, perhaps even eating more vegetables and fruits, getting enough protein and other beneficial macro and micro nutrients.  All these things are important in bringing us vital nutrients and optimal health; however, there is another step that is often overlooked.  We can eat the best foods available but if we are not digesting and absorbing our food efficiently and completely we are doing our body a disservice.  Some simple steps can help improve the quality of your digestion, one bite at a time.  Try introducing some of these ideas:

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Reducing the Symptoms of Allergies Through the Food You Eat

Allergy and asthma sufferers everywhere are ever looking for relief from their annoying symptoms of runny nose, watery eyes, allergy related asthma, nasal congestion, and itchy throat especially during this time of the year as we enter Spring and allergy season. Some of us have had allergies for as long as we can remember while others have developed it gradually over time.

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Reducing Your Seasonal Allergy Symptoms

“Providing our body with nutritional and environmental support is crucial in allergy maintenance and symptom reduction. By gaining knowledge and applying what we learn everyday, we can successfully reduce allergy response. Imagine going through “allergy season” without all of those annoying symptoms that you usually experience every year! What would that be like? How would you feel?…”

 

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Introducing The Thriving Child Series

 

As parents we want nothing more than to see our child healthy and succeed. We strive to protect them from the dangers life throws their way and to provide them with healthy food, a loving home, positive environment and plenty of opportunities for them to grow into their greatest version of themselves. As you know, circumstances don’t always go according to plan and children don’t always cooperate. I am a parent as well, who understands how you feel; I’ve been there and have struggled too. What if you had a program that would help provide you with a framework and a solid foundation of health for your child in which you could build upon?

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How A Holistic Nutritionist Can Help You!

What is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist?

In simple terms, a holistic nutritionist solves problems with food. We help access the body’s natural ability to recover and restore itself to a thriving and nourished state. When we prioritize nutrition and eat according to what the body needs at a cellular level, we start to see tremendous improvements in our energy levels and quality of life. A holistic nutritionist is a professional who has been educated in the subject of Natural Nutrition and complementary practices. They specialize in supporting the body through whole foods, balanced lifestyle, environment and a positive mind-body connection.

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