Recipe: Baked Pork Katsu

As the summer season kicks off, I thought it was about time I shared another delicious recipe with you!

This one has many variations and can be spiced up to suit your individual tastes - but one thing is always the same… it’s delicious!

I made this recipe with boneless pork chops, but you could easily use a pork tenderloin, cut into pieces, or chicken instead. You can also spice it up with more or different dried spices if you like. You can use fresh ginger for the sauce or ground. You can bake these as I did, or fry them in your cast iron with a little coconut oil. The possibilities are endless!

So I certainly hope you give this recipe, in any variation, a try the next time you have dinner guests over or simply want a healthy meal that’s a little different from your ordinary go-to’s. In fact, I wouldn’t be surprised if this recipe made it’s way into your regular rotation!

Dinner, Lifestyle, Whole FoodsKelly AielloJuly 16, 2020Pork, Recipe, Eggs, Garlic, Gluten-free, Keto, Lectin-free, Low FODMAP, PaleoComment

A Nutritionist’s Guide: How to Stay Safe and Healthy this Summer

Summer is typically a time of the year to look forward to - for travel, for excitement, for new adventures. Yet this year, our focus will likely be much different than in years past.

This year has been tough on everyone everywhere around the world. We have seen and experienced things unlike anything we’ve encountered in our lifetime.

Neuronutrition, Lifestyle, OtherKelly AielloJuly 9, 2020Vitamin D, Family, Health, Lifestyle, Travel, WaterComment

Foods that Affect Mood: Mood-Boosters vs. Mood-Busters

Did you know those bad moods can lead to bad eating habits, and that bad eating habits can also lead to bad moods? Are you in need of a mood boost? Many of us are! Read this week’s blog to discover how food impacts our mood and what you can do about it.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Whole Foods, LifestyleKelly AielloJuly 2, 2020Depression, Mental Health, Moody, Neuroinflammation, Antioxidant, Carbohydrates, Omega-3, Protein, Serotonin, EggsComment

5 Surprising Ways to Increase Productivity

Are you a procrastinator? Do you spend countless hours each week dwelling on all the tasks you’d like to complete each week then find yourself spinning your wheels and not finishing any one of those tasks? Do you have great intentions then start project after project only to find yourself never finishing anything?

Do you have a hard time getting started on boring or dull work that just needs to get done? Wouldn’t it be great to be more productive? Wouldn’t it be great to be able to focus on and finish the most important projects on your plate?

Kelly AielloJune 29, 2020WorkstationComment

Neuronutrition after Traumatic Brain Injury: The Nutrients your Brain Needs

No matter how well you take care of yourself and your brain, the reality is that anyone can suffer from a Traumatic Brain Injury (TBI) at any time. TBIs do not discriminate against gender, age, race, or health status.

For my husband Joe, it happened in a cycling accident.

For Maggie, whom I interviewed last week, it happened at a waterslide park.

For you, it may have been on a football field or hockey rink.

But regardless of how one may have sustained a TBI, the science is showing that proper nutrition following an acquisition can play a helpful role in TBI recovery.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Lifestyle, ConditionsKelly AielloJune 25, 2020Brain-Healthy Diet, Concussion, Neuronutrition, TBI, Neuroinflammation, Neurodegeneration, Antioxidant, EFA's, Zinc, Athletes, FatigueComment

Life After TBI: Maggie’s Story

I am super excited to announce a special new series that I’m launching about life after a traumatic brain injury.

This week, I’d like to introduce you to Maggie Doucette.In celebration of June being Brain Injury Awareness month in Canada, Maggie of M.A.D. Digital Marketing sat down with me to share her personal story. We discussed what living with a brain injury is like and how her life has changed. She also offered her advice to others struggling with a TBI and had a special message for their friends and family members.

So be sure to read this week’s post to discover what Maggie had to say!

Brain Health, Conditions, Neuronutrition, Lifestyle, Whole FoodsKelly AielloJune 18, 2020Concussion, Depression, Mental Health, Neurofatigue, Fatigue, Omega-3, Dairy, Gluten, Sugar-freeComment

Probiotics vs. Prebiotics 101

Probiotics are getting more and more well-known for their health-promoting benefits. And the research showing the importance of our gut microbes is growing every day.

Did you know that what you eat feeds not only you, but your probiotics, too?

It’s true!

Those little “gut bugs” need to eat a healthful diet, just like you do. The good news is that the foods that are healthy for you are also healthy for them. And, because they’re microbes, they can digest foods that we can’t, like dietary fibre.

The foods that feed probiotics are called “prebiotics.” And this post is the 101 on what you need to know about both probiotics and prebiotics.

Other, Neuronutrition, Digestive HealthKelly AielloJune 11, 2020Depression, Moody, Microbiome, Probiotics, Prebiotics, Serotonin, Brain-Healthy DietComment

A Nutritionist’s Guide: What to eat in times of stress

Sometimes, stress gets the best of us.

Sometimes, stress levels are so high that we get trapped in circular thinking and can’t escape. We cannot turn off recursive thoughts.

So what do we do?

Most of us reach for McDonalds, lasagna, French fries, cookies, ice cream, or some other fatty, salty, sugary foods that we find comforting.

If this sounds like you, you’re not alone!

But have you ever stopped to think about how these foods may actually be making matters worse? Would you like some ideas of foods you’d be better off eating in times of stress?

Read this week’s blog to discover how stress messes with our health and what to eat in times of stress.

Lifestyle, OtherKelly AielloJune 4, 2020Health, Sleep, Stress, PetsComment

Reversing Your Road to Diabetes: The Pre-diabetic Diet

Do you love pasta, crackers, white bread, ice cream, and donuts?

Do you enjoy a morning bowl of breakfast cereal?

Do you love deep fried foods or anything from fast food restaurants?

Most of us do, but here’s the real question… do you eat these foods regularly?

If so, you may be on the road the diabetes!

The good news is, you can stop diabetes from developing and reverse pre-diabetes! Let me show you how in this week’s blog where you’ll discover how to properly eat a pre-diabetic diet and reverse your path before it's too late.

Conditions, Neuronutrition, Other, Digestive HealthKelly AielloMay 28, 2020Blood Sugar, Diabetes, Insulin, Antioxidant, Carbohydrates, Spices, Nutritionist, Sugar, Pre-DiabeticComment

7 Neurofatigue Coping Strategies to Take Back Your Life

Do you ever feel so mentally exhausted that even regular daily chores or tasks seem impossible? Does it seem as though each task you undertake requires every single ounce of energy that you have? If you’ve suffered a concussion or traumatic brain injury, you are likely all too aware of these sensations. But even if you haven’t, these feelings may still sound all-too-familiar. If they do, you may be experiencing neurofatiuge.

Neurofatigue following a head injury or incident can make it hard to readjust to your daily life. Read this week’s blog to discover some tips for managing it and regaining control.

Neuronutrition, Brain HealthKelly AielloMay 21, 2020Concussion, TBI, Neurofatigue, Coffee, FatigueComment

Emotional Freedom Technique: Tapping

Have you heard of EFT or tapping? Either way, you’re in for a treat! I’m super excited to share the recent interview I had with Brad Yates - a leading expert in EFT. Keep reading to discover the details and to learn about EFT as well as how it may help you.

Conditions, Lifestyle, OtherKelly AielloMay 14, 2020Inflammation, Hacks, Health, Meditation, Mindfulness, Mindset, EFT, Stress, LifestyleComment

Creating a Mindset for Better Health

Is it just me, or is “mindset” the new buzzword in the health & wellness sphere lately?

You may feel like there are so many things that can improve your health and wellness - and we are being bombarded by ideas from every angle.

But what if I told you there is one small yet powerful thing you can do to start improving your health? Changing your mindset!

Research shows that having a positive mindset about your health can have a positive influence over your actual physical health! The mind-body connection is real.

Setting your mindset in a positive direction can be very powerful. Discover how to access the power of your positive mindset in this week’s blog.

Neuronutrition, Lifestyle, OtherKelly AielloMay 7, 2020Whole Foods, Health, Mindset, LifestyleComment

The Negative Effects of Too Much Screen Time for Children

How much time do you allow your children to spend watching television or playing video games? Do you know the negative effects of screen time? Learn more today. Too much screen time is harmful to most people, but this is especially true for children whose brains are still developing. Beware of these damaging effects.

Brain Health, Lifestyle, OtherKelly AielloApril 30, 2020Family, Health, Kids, Meal Plans, Sleep, Blue Light, Time, Screen TimeComment

Meditation: The Surprising Health Benefits and a How-To

This is a post I’ve been meaning to write for a while now, and I believe there’s no better time than now for it. Why? Meditation can be a game-changer - especially when stress levels are high (and who’s stress levels aren’t through the roof right now?). So this week, I joined forces with two meditation experts to compile the information presented here.

Now I’d like to share this valuable information with you, including some of the many health benefits of meditation and a simple step-by-step guide to help you get started today.

Brain Health, LifestyleKelly AielloApril 23, 2020Memory, Mental Health, Meditation, Mindfulness, LifestyleComment

Caring for your Mental Health During a Pandemic

With everything surrounding us including health concerns, financial woes, and news updates around the clock about COVID-19, it’s no wonder that many people are currently swimming in a sea of stress.

Though it is important to stay updated on the latest news and be aware of advisories and cautions as they are placed in effect, it’s just as important that we don’t make ourselves ill with a constant intake of media coverage - especially from the wrong source.

Instead, it’s wise to find a balance between staying informed and becoming all-consumed with the latest news. Try to fill your mind with positive thoughts, navigate each day one step at a time, and do whatever you can to take care of yourself and your loved ones.

Most of all, it’s important to be kind to yourself, take care of your mental health, and improve your mental hygiene.

Brain Health, Neuronutrition, Lifestyle, OtherKelly AielloApril 16, 2020Depression, Mental Health, Optimization, Minerals, Vitamins, Whole Foods, Meditation, Serotonin, Nutritionist, SugarComment

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