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someone who has suffered with chronic pain, fatigue, and insomnia for several
years, the immediate change that I noticed was my increased energy and I lost
weight very quickly. Within the first week I had less pain and was able to
sleep through the night without waking -- this was the first time in months. I
would recommend working with Deirdre to anyone suffering from chronic pain, an
auto-immune disease, or anybody that has poor nutrition and is looking for a
healthy start." -- Jenna Wakefield
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A Note From Deirdre
Hi ,
One of the
questions I am often asked is, "what is the most important thing I can
change about my diet that will improve my health while I'm at work?" And whatever job you do, my answer is basically
the same when it comes to how you set yourself up to commence your work
day: "Eat a healthy breakfast and
include some quality protein"!
If you are
not hungry when you wake up or simply cannot make the time, consider setting up
some breakfast food at work. Most
offices will have a staff / tea room with at least a fridge where you can fix
yourself some easy meals. Consider
boiling some eggs the night before and toss them into a container to take with
you. Eggs are nutrient dense and energy
dense with lots of vitamins, proteins, and healthy fats.
Consider packing a bag with several pieces of
fruit, which are loaded with fiber and antioxidants, include some nuts, such as
almonds or walnuts, which also contain important vitamins, minerals, and fiber;
toss in some canned salmon or tune, which is usually wild caught and not
farm-raised, and you're good to go.
Be sure to
have plenty of clean water on hand as its easy to become dehydrated when
working in air-conditioning or centrally heated offices. Depleted fluid levels lead to fatigue so keep
some on your desk and remember to take regular sips throughout the day.
Remember to
go easy on the caffeine so you don't dehydrate yourself since coffee is a
diuretic and drinking too much easily stresses
your adrenal glands. Bring enough food
to last you the entire day to keep your blood sugar levels up and your brain
well nourished. For lunch, consider
something quick and easy such as some kind of sandwich which you can make
yourself using gluten free wraps or tortillas.
You'll find some more delicious recipes and ideas below.
Remember to
keep your body moving and do regular neck and shoulder stretches. Get up from your desk at frequent intervals
and be sure to get out into the sunshine and fresh air during your lunch and
take in your supply of vitamin D.
If you would
like to learn more about toxic toiletries, chemical overload and the symptoms
they create, plus how to eliminate toxins and improve your energy, please join
me in a free 1 hour teleseminar on September 23rd, where I'll provide you with
all the necessary tools and resources to help you make better choices. You can register for that below.
Health, love,
and support,
Dr. Deirdre
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Teleclasses & Events with Deirdre
 September
23rd - FREE live Tele- / Web -seminar -- How Toxic Toiletries
& Chemical Overload Can Lead to Fibromyalgia Symptoms. Learn about: Hazardous chemicals in
cosmetics, skin care products, and many every day products that may contribute
to fibromyalgia symptoms and what you can do to protect yourself from this
chemical invasion! -- 7 PM (Eastern) / 4 PM (Pacific)
Are you suffering
with symptoms of chronic toxicity that may be contributing to your fibromyalgia
symptoms but don't realize that you're toxic?
Many products (shampoos, deodorants,
lotions, makeup, even baby shampoos), contain carcinogens, hormone disrupting
chemicals, chemicals that have never been tested for health effects, and we are
putting these chemicals on our bodies, in our hair, on our babies, day after
day, and the toxic exposures are adding up. What is this doing to us?
Join me in this FREE 1
hour tele-seminar and I'll explain some of the health consequences plus
provide you with all of the necessary tools and resources to help you make
better choices-- for yourself, your children, and the planet -- and help you to
reduce some of those fibromyalgia symptoms!
The event will be recorded so don't worry if you can't
make it. Click
here to pre-register
and receive the call-in details with a link to the recording and the replay
afterwards.
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Eating Well At Work
 Are you one of the 7 out of 10 people in America who eat at
their desks? We are! Not always, but sometimes desking and dining just can't be
avoided. So when deadlines conflict with a nice lunch out, let's do the best we
can to make desk dining as healthy and delicious as possible! There are two key things to keep your health in
mind when you desk and dine.
How We Eat
Surprisingly, how we eat is actually
more important than what we eat. When we are stressed, annoyed, angry or
frustrated, your fight-or-flight response takes over and your sympathetic
nervous system shuts down digestion. Have you ever had a meal sit like a brick
in your stomach? That's pretty much what happens, because you're literally not
able to digest unless your parasympathetic nervous system is activated. In
other words, you have to relax. Easier said than done at work, right? Not
entirely. All you need to do is take a minute or two before you eat and take
five deep breaths. Deep, like into your belly. The body will have no choice but
to switch off the stress system, and switch on the relaxation system. Voila!
Read more here |
Food Focus:
Sprouted Grains
 So what's the deal with sprouted grains? Why are they better
for us than flour products? The main benefit of sprouting any food is twofold:
first, it releases vital nutrients and second, it makes those nutrients easier
for the body to assimilate. You can sprout at home on your own, as shown here, but if you don't have time
you can now purchase sprouted foods. Let's look at an example of a sprouted
food at your local health food store.
You may have heard of Ezekial, breads and wraps, usually
found in your health food store's refrigerated or freezer section. To unlock
the dormant grain energy and maximize nutritional value, Ezekial adds water to
organic grains, which releases beneficial enzymes that sprout the grains. The
resulting sprouted grain is richer in protein and vitamins than a regular bread
made from dry, ground flour. You'll notice that if you keep Ezekial breads and
wraps out on your counter, they'll spoil after only a few days. That's a good
thing! That means that they have life energy in them, which boosts your own
energy when you eat them. See our Recipe section below for suggestions on how
to use sprouted wraps. |
Recipe:
Build-A-Better-Sandwich
 You
can store Ezekial breads and wraps in the refrigerator or the freezer - they'll
last longest in the freezer. If you store them there, just pull out what you're
going to use a couple minutes before you make your sandwich. They defrost super
quickly. Wraps are perfect for healthy desking and dining!
Ingredients:
Wraps:
- Ezekial
sprouted corn tortilla (gluten-free)
- Ezekial
sprouted whole grain wraps
Possible Fillings:
- Avocado
slices, pinto beans, organic cheddar cheese*, salsa
- Free-range,
hormone-free turkey, avocado, sprouts, shredded zucchini dijon mustard
- Tempeh,
shredded lettuce, tomatoes, Annie's Goddess Dressing
- Hummus,
tabbouleh, sprouts and cucumbers
- Baked
tofu, sautéed spinach and pumpkin seeds
Directions:
1. Put fillings in wrap and fold.
2. Wrap in paper towel or parchment to
reduce spillage.
3. Bring to work and refrigerate.
4. Enjoy!
Note:
*Omit cheese or substitute rice, soy or almond cheese
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Wellness Quick Tip
If you knew there was a vitamin that can instantly rejuvenate,
refresh and reinvigorate, would you take it? Well, that vitamin exists! It's
called Vitamin FA, for "Fresh Air". Sitting in a closed office all day is hard
on your body, as it requires liberal doses of Vitamin FA. The next time you
want to head to Starbucks to stave off your afternoon energy dip, take a brisk
10 minute walk outside instead. It's guaranteed to lift your mood and your
energy! | | |
About Deirdre
Deirdre
shares cutting edge information about using the healing powers of food and
nutrition and specializes in conditions such as fibromyalgia, chronic fatigue, auto-immune disorders, and weight loss. She is the author of Foods that Help Win
the Battle against Fibromyalgia, which shares cutting edge
nutrition information and 100 recipes to help with fibromyalgia.
Deirdre
is a Board Certified Doctor of Naturopathy (AANM), Master Herbalist, a
Certified Nutrition Counselor (CNC), a Certified Sports Nutritionist (CISSN),
and a Certified Health & Wellness Coach, and holds a PhD in Holistic
Nutrition. Dr. Dee, as she is affectionately known, touches many lives with her message of
empowerment and optimum health.
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