December Health Talk – Saving the Amazing Holiday Superwoman

Saving the Amazing Holiday Superwoman By Odette Bulaong, BSc, ND (and fellow Superwoman)

Something’s Gotta GiveIn order for the Holiday Superwoman to complete their never-ending checklists, as the saying goes “something’s gotta give”. Unfortunately, this “something” is often a woman’s health. For the most part, health conditions that start just before, during or after the holiday season are partially caused by the increased physical and mental-emotional stress that the Superwoman takes on with the increased pressures and demands of the season.

Healthtalk

Detox Your Body with Lemons

A good rule of thumb is to drink 8 glasses of water a day but sometimes water can get boring so add a slice of lemon to make it taste better. Lemons also provide some great health benefits!

Omega-3 , a natural anti-inflammatory!

Omega-3 fatty acids are considered Essential Fatty Acids (EFAs) because
they cannot be produced in the human body and therefore they must
be obtained from the diet. Omega-3 fatty acids from fish are a direct
source of EPA and DHA, two fatty acids vital for proper cellular
function. EPA and GLA are precursors to immune molecules that
promote a positive immune response and are the body’s strongest
inflammation-reducing compound. Ascenta Omega three fish oils contain up to 800mg of EPA per dose, one of the industries highest per dosage Omega-3 supplement. This is a great way for all patients suffering from the inflammatory nightmare. But remember to consult your naturopath or nutritionist before increasing your dose of Omega 3.