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The Diabetes Crisis: Prevention and Management Strategies

Are You Among the Rising Number of Americans Grappling with Diabetes?

Perhaps you’re not there yet, but your physician has hinted at pre-diabetes or diabetes in your future.

Or maybe you’re contending with extra weight around your midriff, accompanied by post-meal lethargy. You might find yourself hungry shortly after meals, battling a mid-afternoon energy slump, or having intense cravings for sugar.

If any of these resonate with you, you are not alone! Many others are facing similar challenges.

It’s worth taking a moment to contemplate diabetes, its progression, and, most importantly, measures to enhance its management. Even if you’re not among the millions contending with diabetes, it’s vital to acquaint yourself with it and take steps to mitigate your risk or stave off its onset altogether.

So, please read this week’s post to discover more about the diabetes crisis as well as doable prevention and management strategies.

Conditions, OtherKelly AielloJuly 18, 2024Chronic Condition, Diabetes, Pre-Diabetic, Insulin Resistance, Cravings, Lifestyle, Sugar, InsulinComment

Show Support for Loved Ones on Their Chronic Health Journey With This Guide

Chronic Illness: Beyond Words of Comfort

Does your loved one battle a chronic health condition? You know they need your support, but "feel better" just doesn't cut it. This journey is filled with challenges, and genuine help goes beyond words.

This guide, brought to you by Happihuman, dives deep into actionable ways to show you care. We'll explore practical strategies to uplift their spirits and ease their daily burdens. Discover how empathy in action can make a world of difference.

Brain Health, Conditions, Lifestyle, Neuronutrition, OtherKelly AielloMay 16, 2024Conditions, Chronic ConditionComment

4 Tips To Have A Relaxing Evening & Reduce Your Stress

Everyone wants to have a relaxing evening. It doesn’t just feel good but offers more than a few mental health benefits. Despite that, it can often be challenging to attain.

Various obstacles can get in the way, including daily life. You may have to work late, there may be social obligations, and you may have a family to look after.

That doesn’t mean you have to settle for doing without a lovely evening, though. You can do more than a few things to relax for the night. While you’ll have to make a little time for them, it shouldn’t be impossible.

So, let’s dive into these practical tips that can help you have a relaxing evening - regardless of how hectic your day.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Lifestyle, OtherKelly AielloApril 1, 2024Mental Health, Protein, Hacks, Stress, Serotonin, Lifestyle, Nutritionist, PerformanceComment

The Science of Gratitude: How Positive Thoughts Change The Brain

Discover the transformative power of gratitude and how positive thoughts can change the brain. Learn how to ditch resolutions and embrace gratitude for a positive new year. Explore the meaning of gratitude, the brain's negativity bias, and the benefits of positive thinking. Uncover the science behind gratitude and its impact on brain rewiring. Find out how to practice gratitude and ask yourself key questions to implement gratitude in your life. Embrace a more optimistic outlook and cultivate resilience through the practice of gratitude.

Brain Health, Lifestyle, OtherKelly AielloJanuary 4, 2024Heart Math, Meditation, Mindfulness, Mindset, self-esteem, Gratitude, Lifestyle, Holiday'sComment

Cold and Flu Season: The Benefits of Alimax Garlic, Zinc, and Vitamin C

As the temperature drops and the colder months set in, strengthening our immune system with three outstanding immune-boosting champions come to the forefront: Alimax Garlic, Zinc, and Vitamin C—forming the cornerstone of my go-to protocol.

Lifestyle, OtherKelly AielloOctober 19, 2023Inflammation, Whole Foods, LifestyleComment

Are All Sugars Created Equal? Natural Sugars vs. Sugar Additives

By now, most people are aware that not all calories are created equal. A calorie from a baked potato will have a different effect on the body than one from a whole egg.

But what about sugar?

Are all sugars created equal? Is the sugar we get from an apple the same as the sugar added to apple juice?

So, be sure to read this week’s blog as we break it down for you and compare natural sugars and sugar additives. But first, I have an important question for you…

Lifestyle, Other, NeuronutritionKelly AielloOctober 12, 2023Blood Sugar, Inflammation, Insulin Resistance, Whole Foods, Addiction, Lifestyle, SugarComment

Why Teach Your Kids to Cook

How would you like to boost your child’s self-confidence, teach them valuable skills they will have for life, and support them in building a healthy relationship with food all at the same time?

It all starts with teaching them how to cook!

Regardless of their age or your confidence in the kitchen, getting your kids involved in cooking will prove invaluable in the long run!

Read this week’s post to discover how!

PS - If you struggle with healthy cooking or not knowing what to make, consider one of our meal plans to get you started.

Lifestyle, Other, Whole Foods, NeuronutritionKelly AielloSeptember 28, 2023Family, Kids, Whole Foods, Health, Meal Plans, self-esteem, LifestyleComment

How Food Impacts Your Child's Mood and Behaviour: Feeding Their Brain

It’s that time of year again! Time to trade the flip-flops and tank tops in for sneakers and backpacks.

As we send our little ones back to school for another year, we arm them with all the school supplies they need, neatly tucked into that new backpack. We make a special event out of back-to-school clothes shopping and be sure to fit those growing feet with larger shoes.

But have you ever wondered if there was anything else you could do to support your child’s needs?

What about their nutrition? What healthy foods should you fill their lunch kit with that will not only taste great but also support the needs of their growing brain?

Getting proper nutrition is essential for healthy brain function - regardless of whether we’re 8 or 88. So if you’ve ever wondered how best to keep your child’s mind sharp or improve their cognitive function, you’ll want to read this week’s blog as we explore how to feed your child’s brain.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Lifestyle, Other, Whole FoodsKelly AielloSeptember 19, 2023Brain Foods Diet, Brain-Healthy Diet, Moody, Protein, Vitamins, Whole Foods, Family, Kids, Sch, Stu, Eggs, Fish, BlueberriesComment

Top 10 Foods For Brain Function

Eating for your general health and the functioning of your organs has been widely discussed amongst nutritionists and lifestyle writers for decades.

Many people know the best foods for their heart, liver, intestines and so on. However, many people neglect their brains when they’re trying to cultivate a healthy diet. But did you realize certain foods can have a positive effect on your brain?

Your brain may be the most crucial organ you have - it is the control centre of your body, and it keeps your heart beating and lungs breathing. So, it’s important to eat the right foods to support the health of your brain.

But what should you eat to support brain function?

Read this week’s blog to discover 10 of the best brain-healthy foods you should start including in your diet.

Managing Your Lifestyle and Nutrition for Better Health as You Age: Neuronutrition

As we get older, it’s important to prioritize our health. Even though aging is a natural process, we have the ability to positively influence our mental sharpness and age gracefully.

Taking care of our bodies and minds should be a central focus of our life at any age, but especially as we get older. Why? Because our lifestyle choices can significantly impact our ability to age gracefully and maintain cognitive well-being and overall vitality.

We hold the power to manage our full potential as we age!

By making informed decisions and prioritizing self-care, we can embark on a fulfilling journey toward a healthier, sharper, and more radiant self.

Be sure to read this week’s blog to discover how.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Other, LifestyleKelly AielloAugust 10, 2023Alzheimer's, Improve Cognitive Function, Memory, Neuronutrition, Neuroplasticity, Optimization, Oxidative Stress, Lifestyle, Antioxidant, Omega-3, Vitamins, Vitamin D, ZincComment

Quick, Easy and Delicious: Eat Better, Feel Better and Save Money

When we eat well, we feel good- we’re healthier, have more energy, and experience a plethora of other benefits, as well.

However, we all lead busy lives, and it’s easy for good food to end up at the bottom of our priority list. Maybe you dislike cooking, or perhaps it’s time, money or energy that stops you from eating as you should.

While takeout can be delicious, it’s expensive and often unhealthy.

So what should we do? How can we eat better, feel better, and save money?

But, if you know you don’t cook as often as you should and would like to put more energy into cooking as healthfully as possible for your family, then be sure to read this week’s blog for some ideas to help make things quicker, easier and better on the packet-book.

Lifestyle, Neuronutrition, OtherKelly AielloJune 3, 2023Whole Foods, Family, Hacks, Health, Meal Plans, LifestyleComment

Managing Insulin Resistance Naturally

Insulin resistance is a growing concern in the health space.

If you know about it and its effects then you know how serious a condition it can be. If not, you should make yourself aware.

Regardless of which camp you currently find yourself in, do yourself a favour and read this week’s blog as we discuss what insulin resistance is, who is at risk, and what you can do about it.

Conditions, Lifestyle, OtherKelly AielloApril 6, 2023Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin Resistance, Health, SugarComment

How To Help Look After Your Health In Your 50s

As you get older, it’s important to look after your health.

Well, it’s important to look after your health at any age - but it becomes even more important when you reach your 50s.

Once you turn 50, you enter a new stage of life. You may be looking at retiring within the next ten years and travelling the world. Perhaps you’re watching your children leave home. Perhaps they’re starting families of their own and you’d like to be around to watch your grandchildren grow up.

Whatever the case may be, you’re in your prime and it’s time to make sure that prime lasts for as long as possible. None of us stay young forever and with age, we certainly start to feel it in our body.

Be sure to read this week’s post to discover some helpful tips to look after your health once you’re in your fifties.

Brain Health, Lifestyle, OtherKelly AielloMarch 9, 2023Brain Foods Diet, Brain-Healthy Diet, Health, Sleep, Excercise, LifestyleComment

Feeling Foggy?: Six Simple Methods to Give Yourself Mental Clarity

Have you been feeling a little mentally foggy lately? Unable to focus or concentrate?

If so, you don’t want to miss blog! We’ll dive into mental clarity - what it means and simple methods you can implement today to get it back.

But first, what is “mental clarity?” In brief, when you are mentally clear, your mind is not foggy or clouded by worry, overwhelm, what-ifs, or indecision. Instead, you are able to think clearly, make better decisions, be more productive, and remain focused to attain optimal performance.

However, if you do not have mental clarity, it can truly get in the way of things that need to be done. This is far from ideal, but that’s how it is.

Whether you are a high-powered executive, a student, a machinist, a homemaker, or you’re simply trying to invest your time in your hobbies, if you lack mental clarity, you will have a hard time focusing.

So, what can you do if you lack mental clarity? Read this week’s blog to discover some simple daily changes that you can help give yourself mental clarity.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Lifestyle, OtherKelly AielloJanuary 5, 2023Brain Fog, Optimization, Mental Clarity, Antioxidant, Whole Foods, Sleep, Blue LightComment

The Importance Of Diet When Dealing With Addiction

Are you or someone you love recovering from an addiction?

This can be a very challenging and frustrating time, not to mention a time during which many people feel alone and confused.

What can make matters worse is not knowing what to do to help yourself, specifically when it comes to what to eat.

Indeed, there are several different aspects to recovery from addiction. It’s important to consider effective treatment from various angles, including both how the body and mind can be supported.

One of the factors to consider as part of a successful recovery is a healthy diet.

Diet can play a vital role when someone is in addiction recovery, helping to improve health in multiple ways. It can form one part of a healthier lifestyle and support people in their recovery. There are multiple reasons to pay attention to diet during recovery and different ways to navigate dietary changes to ensure good health.

Bottom line: Diet shouldn’t be ignored as part of a healthy recovery. Creating a balanced and healthy diet needs to be a part of planning an effective recovery that can lead to a healthier life.

Keep reading to discover some tips that may help along your journey.

Lifestyle, Neuronutrition, OtherKelly AielloNovember 18, 2022Whole Foods, Hacks, Health, Mindfulness, Mindset, Addiction, LifestyleComment

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