I don't know what I would do without my friends. My Gluten-Free Club is filled with videos from my expert business gal friends. They are generous with information, warm with feeling and filled with laughter.
I recently filmed a segment with Scarlett. She is an image consultant and a wardrobe stylist. She has a successful business and is loving every moment of it. When I asked her if she would do a video with me that would play as a lifestyle issue for my members about some simple fashion ideas she easily said yes. that's Scarlett, always ready to help you. Always with a bright smile and a exuberant personality. I am amazed and at her generosity. I grew up with guys, had jobs that mainly employed guys and most of my friends in the first 45 year of my life have been guys. Wow was I missing out. I now have some of the best friends of my life and they are all women. Smart, fun and caring business women. There is just something about the way we can all relate. We are willing to jump in and help without any ego. That alone makes me proud to be a woman. I have really dedicated my business to helping women get healthy. I address the problems that are unique to our gender and do so in a manner that is conversational and supportive. It has been an honor to know some of my clients. Go Woman Power!
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Do you think the other veggies know that they can't even begin to compare in nutritional value to leafy greens? Do they lay awake at night in their little garden plots knowing that the neighboring kale is full of calcium that parsley is one of the most nutrient dense foods you can get and that arugula is one of the most nutritious salad greens? I think they know.
So why is it that when I speak to groups about greens, most people only eat iceberg lettuce. Jeeze! Here's what you have to know about the most under eaten but most important part of a healthy diet.... Greens help build your internal rainforest and strengthen the blood and respiratory system. Green is associated with spring, the time of renewal, refreshment and vital energy. In Asian medicine, greens are related to the liver, emotional stability and creativity. Nutritionally, greens are very high in calcium, magnesium, iron, potassium, phosphorous, zinc and vitamins A, C, E and K. They are crammed with fiber, folic acid, chlorophyll and many other micronutrients and phytochemicals. Whenever possible, choose organic. But eating non-organic greens is much better than not eating any greens at all! Some of the benefits of eating dark leafy greens are: - Blood purification - Cancer prevention - Improved circulation - Strengthened immune system - Promotion of healthy intestinal flora - Promotion of subtle, light and flexible energy - Lifted spirit and elimination of depression - Improved liver, gall bladder and kidney function - Cleared congestion, especially in lungs by reducing mucus There are so many greens to choose from. Find greens that you love and eat them often. When you get bored with your favorites, be adventurous and try greens that you’ve never heard of before. Broccoli is very popular among adults and children. Each stem is like a tree trunk, giving you strong, grounding energy. Rotate between bok choy, napa cabbage, kale, collards, watercress, mustard greens, broccoli rabe, dandelion and other leafy greens. Green cabbage is great cooked or raw, or in the form of sauerkraut. Arugula, endive, chicory, lettuce, mesclun and wild greens are generally eaten raw, but can be consumed in any creative way you enjoy. Spinach, Swiss chard and beet greens are best eaten in moderation because they are high in oxalic acid, which depletes calcium from bones and teeth, and may lead to osteoporosis. Cook these vegetables with something rich like tofu, seeds, nuts, beans, butter, animal products or oil. This will help balance the effect of the oxalic acid. I recommend to all my clients to eat a salad for lunch everyday. Add some protein, top with tons of your favorite veggies, squirt on some apple cider vinegar and flaxseed oil and you are sure to be more alert in the afternoon, slimmer in no time flat and have a digestion that runs well. All this from some leafy greens! It couldn't be any easier! You deserve to be Healthy! Each of us is a science experiment. We are all unique and are affected in different ways by all the things that we eat and do. Some people can eat junk food and it never seems to affect them. Some never exercise but they appear to be in good shape. For most of us, what we eat matters. When we really start to pay attention we realize that the connection between what we eat and how we feel, look, and think is huge. Do you feel groggy and lazy after lunch? Do you snap or feel irritable with your coworkers or family when you haven’t eaten in a while?
Food changes your mood. Look at caffeine and alcohol. They are the ultimate mood changers. The typical person eats a diet that is high in sugar and processed food and that leaves them in a bad mood. Julia Ross, author of The Mood Cure states that “junk moods come from junk foods”. All those foods that are so easily accessible – french fries, chips, candy bars and ice cream are loaded with salt and sugar and preservatives. Some can make you feel high for a while, but then you drop like a brick as your blood sugar plummets. Ever notice how you crave different foods at different times? When we are down, we sooth ourselves with a bowl of chicken soup – comfort food. We crave protein when we are looking to be focused. We crave food that enhances romance, like spicy food, avocados, chocolate, and chilies when we are on a date. Neurotransmitters are the chemical messengers that relay thoughts and actions to the brain. Serotonin can make us feel relaxed. Dopamine makes us feel stimulated. When we eat, food breaks down in our digestive track and creates changes in our system that send messages to our brain via these neurotransmitters. Pasta releases serotonin and thus we feel relaxed after a spaghetti dinner. Eat too much pasta and chances are you will be dozing on the couch. Eating protein releases dopamine and nor-epinephrine in the brain and helps us to be alert. Too much protein and we get short tempered and irritable. When you eat fruits, starchy vegetables, and whole grains throughout the day, you keep your body fueled and your blood sugar level on an even keel. You also are getting vitamins, minerals, antioxidants and phytonutrients. Combining carbohydrates and proteins enhances the availability of serotonin in your brain. Serotonin is a neurotransmitter said to have a calming effect and to play a role in sleep. So if you're wondering just how food affects you, keep a food journal for a week or two. Write down what you eat, how you feel, your stress level and how your body feels after the meal. This is the first step that I take with each of my clients. It is very illuminating for them to see, what they are eating and how it affects their everyday lives. Once you see what you normally eat and how it affects you then, start to add in foods that will give you more energy, help you to lose weight, and look better. This will keep your moods on an even keel and keep you alert and awake throughout the day. So what can you do to boost your mood? Exercise. You don't have to sweat it out at the gym to make a difference. Go for a walk. Get some fresh air. Get organized! Sometimes clutter can make one feel overwhelmed and mildly depressed. Getting things in place can ease your mind and bring a smile to your face too! Laugh . The simple act of laughter releases endorphins and is shown to improve your mood. Even smiling will have that effect. Listen to music . Put on your favorite tunes and rock the blues away. Perhaps you enjoy soothing classical music. Dance around if you can. Set small, achievable goals . Oftentimes, if our busy lives are broken down into more manageable tasks, we can feel happiness at minor accomplishments. Volunteer . You may think that you do not have time in your busy life, but I'll bet you can find 2-3 hours a month to make a big difference in a few peoples' lives. That is a sure-fire way to feel great! I love these types of events.
You have a gorgeous setting, about 60 vendors that are all dedicated to the environment, good health and nature. Throw in some gorgeous birds, lots of participants that also care about the environment, good health and nature and you have the makings for a real fun weekend! This is my second year as a vendor. My first was 2010 and it was also my first year in business and my first festival. I really enjoyed myself, started a lot of conversations, met a ton of really great people and added about 75 people to my newsletter list. Many have become clients and some even friends. My good friend Audrey was on of the attendees last year. She is an awesome graphic designer and has a website that you just have to check out. It is the PeaceandHealthCafe.com. It is a great site with recipes, tips, meditation and yoga! Love it! So my veggies for my demo are packed and all my marketing collateral is in the car. I am really excited because it is all about the conversation. I will be starting some tomorrow and I am sure I will make new friends and find people that are interested in improving their health through eating delicious foods and achieving a balanced lifestyle. Come on down and say hi! So what’s up will all the juicing you hear about these days?
Juice bars are springing up everywhere. You see health food stores offering juice fasting programs and you have to wonder what that is all about. So here’s the scoop! At a time when so many people are obsessed with supplements – juicing is the most complete and natural form of supplementation around. All the nutrients that a body needs are present in balanced quantities in fresh fruits and vegetables. They are best utilized by your body in their whole form not in separate supplement form. Juices supply us with the vital building blocks for cell regeneration, in this way are true longevity food. Juices tend to satisfy our thirst and therefore we tend not to reach for other less nutritious foods. They are the only beverage the supplies us with real, vital energy . Take a look at Joel Fuhrman’s Green Longevity Drink listed in the recipe section below. My husband and I drink one of these each morning and have done so for the last 21 months. It is filling, satisfying and let me tell you, keep you as regular as anything out there. Imagine chopping all those ingredients and putting them into a bowl and trying to eat them. It would take a lot of time and a heck of a lot of chewing. By juicing them your are extracting their organic water, chlorophyll and enzymes from heaping mounds of fruits and veggies without using any digestive energy.. Enzymes in fresh fruits and vegetables have the vital role of converting food into body tissue and energy. Enzymes are also involved in metabolism, so one of the more valuable health benefits of juicing is that it can increase metabolic rate. Juicing also ensures that the body is getting sufficient amounts of phytochemicals, substances in plants that are considered among the most powerful ways to combat disease. While most people do not eat enough raw fruits and vegetables to obtain the amount of phytochemicals that would make a difference, it is relatively easy to drink enough juice to obtain sufficient amounts of these powerful nutrients. In addition, antioxidants and other immune boosting nutrients are concentrated in juices. Juicing can therefore help to accelerate recovery from illness. In fact, juicing with specific combinations of fruits or vegetables can target particular conditions and improve or alleviate symptoms. A juicer separates the fiber of the vegetables, leaving you with only the pure organic water from the fruits and vegetables. The reason that this is important is that your body is able to digest more organic water without expending any energy or getting full on fiber. The enzymes go right to the cellular level to do their work. Remember, when enzymes can go straight into the cells they can go to work cleaning out the toxins that make your leaner and healthier. So what about those bottle juices? They appear to be fresh but they are not. They have been pasteurized, which kills the live enzymes. Bottle juices don’t count as green juices and should be avoided. So how about those juice bars? It is a good place to get fresh juice but don’t assume that anything you get there is good for you. Many of those chain stores are a made of blended juices with frozen, sugary fruit soy or frozen yogurt. This is distinctly different from what we are talking about as healthy. These are filled with sugar and tons of calories and contain little nutrients. So what about those green powders? They are not the same as green juice. They are lacking in organic hydration. They are better than nothing but real fruits and veggies are the key. When buying a juicer, look for one that extracts the pulp. Breville makes a great juicer. So whether you are going to start juicing at home or know of a store that you can obtain fresh organic juice, juicing fruits and vegetables is a great way to improve your health. You deserve to be Healthy! If you want to watch a great film about juicing and how dramatically it can effect your health check out: Fat Sick and Nearly Dead | a Joe Cross Film Pizza!
Where do I start. Oh yeah, I love pizza. I haven't been able to eat regular- bubbly, gooey, cheesy hot pizza for a while now. The cheese and the gluten in the crust just kill me. I won't get into the details but it ain't pretty! So I started to really play with gluten-free crust and dairy -free cheeses. I found a great crust made from almond flour that is really unsual but so savory and delicious it is a killer. Let me know if you want the recipe! Yesterday I made pizza out of Pamela's Gluten-Free Bread Mix. I am not sure what happened but it was sticky and goey, not in a good way. It barely rose and it was nearly impossible to spread on the pizza pan. The end product looked nice but really had a bad taste and a super dense feel. I am going to play with another one tonight that uses Namaste's prefect flour blend. The recipe that I am using strongly resembles a more traditional crust. I know my pizza crusts. I really like OrganicVille's pizza sauce (their bbq sauce is great on a BBQ chicken pizza. I have also been using daiya pepper-jack and mozzarella shreds. It is gluten-free, soy and dairy free and has a nice taste. If you have a gluten-free pizza crust pass it along. I'd love to hear from you My husband is s pretty observant guy. And I like that.
As you could imagine we talk all the time about our observations of people's shopping, eating and health habits. We decide that really and truly, people know what they should and should not be eating but they don't think that it applies to their health. they get lucky and live until 90 or get unlucky and die young. The unfortunate thing is that it takes too long to see the affects of our bad behavior and by the time we do start to feel bad and get sick we think that it is natural aging or maybe a genetic defect. One of my husband's best comments to date on this subject came when we were discussing cars...which we do a lot....he made the observation that the vast majority of people take much better care of their cars than they do their own body You would never see a person pour Mountain Dew into the gas tan of even the most inexpensive car and expect it to start right up and drive on down the road. But that is what the vast majority of people do with their food. They dump soda, coffee, processed foods that contain chemicals, additives, dyes and foods and I use that term loosely and are shocked that they have cancer, heart issues, problems concentrating, sleeping, skin and digestive issues. They wonder why their kids have behavioral problems and can't focus and concentrate. Your putting Mountain Dew in your gas tank - come on! You sure want that car to run well make it to work everyday, carry you back and forth to the cape into the mountains skiing. Same hold true for your body. You will have to ride in it for the next 60-90 years. Yeah a longer ride is great but wouldn't you like it to be smooth and problem free? No flat tires, leaky radiators or transmission that's slipping - yeah the motor head is rubbing off, I know what these things are. 8-). This is not rocket science but what you eat matters. You have the ability to choose what diseases you get, how you feel, how you function and look. You have a choice. Dont' give that away. You deserve to be Healthy! Do you or someone that you know suffer from constipation, gas, diarrhea, bloating, abdominal cramps acid reflux or indigestion?
Maybe they have migraines, skin rashes, brain fog or sleep issues. The only way to have permanent positive digestive health and eliminate all the symptoms that you are having is to change your diet and lifestyle. This four week digestive health telecoaching program will: *Help you to determine what is causing your digestive unhealthiness *Give you the knowledge you need to permanently change your health and your life *Offer simple doable steps that will have you on the road to good health in less than 4 weeks. *Includes: private health consultation and 2 private food journal reviews! *Include program workbook with information and delicious recipes! Nothing else will solve the issue: not medicine and definitely not ignoring the problem. You need to take action! I had digestive issues for 48 years and my proven step by step process has changed not only my health but that of my clients. It's easy, logical and it works! Act now: Space is limited to 10 spots! Program runs four Thursday nights in October, starting October 6th All from your own home! The cost of the program is $147 - That is less than $30 a session and includes 2 food journal reviews and recommendations and workbook! Change your health by clicking here and getting registered. Deadline is September 28,2011! You deserve to be Healthy! CONTACT ME AT 203-210-7462 MindyKannon@yahoo.com www.MindyKannon.com Follow us on Twitter Like us on Face book! So I get asked all the time why women? Why digestion?
I grew up with three brothers, always held jobs where my boss and co-workers were men. Men are easy. They are fun, don't hold grudges and pretty reasonable. So why women? Working with women has a complexity that I adore. They tend to have issues that are not commonly seen with men. They are emotional, deep and want to be heard. When empowered to demand good health and given the knowledge and the support they need they excel in a way that is really exciting to see. There is a camaraderie that I can't find in men. Maybe because I am a woman. We have a universal experience that we share with all the women that came before us. We are giving and nurturing and need someone to affirm that our health holds an importance that our busy life seems to ignore. We need an advocate that gives us permission to put our health at the forefront of our priorities. A healthy digestion is a key to good health. Without the ability to absorb nutrients efficiently and eliminate waste and toxin we function at a diminished capacity reducing our potential to achieve are life passions and goals. I love to help women customized food and lifestyle choices that support their need to address their digestive issues in a natural and permanent way. My mission is to show women that conventional medicine does not always hold the most affective and natural remedy for their digestive issues. The body will heal itself if given the right conditions. I am here to support my clients to create those conditions. Let me know if I can help you. You deserve to be Healthy! Mindy Kannon's Gluten-Free Club! Sign-Up Today!no ratings yet27 views You deserve to be Healthy Attention all you ladies that suffer with constipation, diarrhea, gas, bloating, migraines, skin issues, brain fog, depression and generally feeling rotten! If you have already been diagnosed or suspect that you have an issue with gluten in your diet this members-only club is just for you! Discover how the gluten you are eating is keeping you from the good health that you deserve and how you can dramatically improve your life by choosing delicious gluten-free food and a balanced lifestyle! Have you spent most of your life feeling well, not so great? Are digestive problems keeping you from living the life that you really want? Do you find yourself running to the ladies room all the time or not being able to go to the bathroom at all? Has a doctor told you “That’s just the way you are; add more fiber and you’ll be fine?” I suffered with these problems for years. I was always uncomfortable, my clothes never fit, I had painful bowel movements, had acne, skin rashes, experienced itchiness and redness on my face and ears, I suffered from major brain fog and an emotional rollercoaster that made me less than pleasant to live with. I had no idea that it was the food I was eating. I was told and believed that it was just me, high strung, sensitive to smells and allergens, slow digestion and a little neurotic. Not so! It was the food I was eating. What a relief! I found, through my method of discovery, diet and lifestyle modifications, that I can feel great, lose weight, have mental clarity, stable moods and emotions that have enhanced my life dramatically. My 48 years of digestive suffering is now a thing of the past. I spent over 18 months playing with my diet and adjusting lifestyle to come up with a perfect balance that has me feeling great, having tons of energy and happier than I have ever been. I created this club to share my knowledge and love of great tasting, fast to make food, and a fun and fulfilling healthy lifestyle so that you won’t have to go through your life suffering. In this 26 week program you will: *Learn more about gluten and how it is affecting your health. *Know that you are part of a huge community of women that have the same problem. *Learn what food is off limits and the tons, yes a ton of delicious food that is yours for the eating! *Decide how being lactose intolerant may also be affecting your health and how you don’t need dairy to have strong bones and a healthy body! *Learn how to keep your blood sugar in line, thus helping you to lose weight and lower your risk of developing diabetes. *Go on an audio shopping trip to a health food store where a gluten-free expert will talk about all the delicious prepared food that we can eat! *Learn about what supplements should you be taking and what to avoid (yes gluten may be hiding here too). *Learn important information on how to set up your “shared” gluten-free kitchen. *Be shown cooking tips that will help you take your classic favorites and make them gluten-free. I do not believe in deprivation here! *Receive cooking videos that are fun and filled with information so that you can learn how to make meals that are easy, quick and full of flavor. Oh and did I mention fun? (maybe a bit crazy!) *Learn how to entertain, go out to restaurants and attend parties without feeling like the spotlight is on your digestive restrictions. *See a video of how an image consultant helped me find the clothes that would compliment my new svelte look. She will give us tips that everyone can use! You’ll love this one. *See how we ask experts how to improve our relationships, finances and how to organize our life! This isn’t just about food it’s all about your Gluten-Free life! Oh and yes, did I mention…….Baked Goods Galore! You will be making that cake and eating it too! Life is to be enjoyed and we are taking the joy back! (on a plate with icing!) You will get all this information delivered to your email inbox once a week for 26 weeks. You will get informational audios for the first few weeks than get cooking videos (and I am a crazy woman with food – can’t blame that on any food issues – darn!) recipes and healthy living tips. This 26 week club is jammed packed with so much information and fun that you will have to see it to believe it. I am probably embarrassing myself but hey it’s all in the name of good health, no? My clients will attest to the fact that my programs work. See what they had to say: “I approached Mindy with a digestive problem that my doctors weren't willing to address. I enjoy cooking and feel I eat a pretty balanced and nutritious diet but couldn't get a handle on what was the problem. Mindy has been great in paring my diet down to some basics and helping me to rebuild it without problems. I have reached two of my goals with her which was to lose some unnecessary weight and discover some new foods. Her enthusiasm is contagious. Have fun.” Sherrie “Mindy is so incredibly enthusiastic! She makes the learning process for eating nutritiously a total adventure. I loved every minute and learned so much at the same time. I would recommend her whole-heartedly anytime!” Dagny "Mindy Kannon is one of the very best things to happen to me! I’ve been working with Mindy since November 2010, and my impetus is to improve my diet and fine-tune it in such a way as to help with a digestive issue I had been having. Her skilled insights and recommendations have been right on the money. My digestive challenges are now calm and my gastroenterologist was impressed by my dietary measures. Mindy is both an excellent sleuth and a tremendous support, always with great cheer. I find our bi-monthly sessions very supportive and refer to Mindy as my “Food Coach.” It’s nice to know that I don’t have to do this alone and the recipes and encouragement work together in positive ways. Whatever your health goal, Mindy takes the time and energy to customize a plan especially for you. You have to do your part, but, thankfully, it is “delicious” work. I have found working with Mindy to be a successful collaboration and can’t recommend her highly enough. Thank you, Mindy!" Audrey “Working with Mindy has changed my life. Before working with her, I was a stressed out and exhausted business owner who rarely took the time to cook, let alone workout or spend time with family and friends. As a result of working with Mindy, I have changed my lifestyle. I have taken control of my health and have made my personal well-being a priority. As a result, I have enjoyed significant weight-loss, have more energy and am sleeping much better. I now plan my meals each week, workout regularly and continue to educate myself on the proper way to implement a plant-based diet. In fact, working with Mindy has helped me discover a new passion and hobby – cooking! Mindy’s approach to health coaching is non-judgmental, motivational and enthusiastic. The passion she has for her work, and for her clients, is inspiring. Quite frankly, working with Mindy is one of the best personal investments I have ever made.” - Heather, Stratford, Connecticut I am so honored to have worked with a ton of great ladies and gentlemen that want to change their lives and stop being held back by their digestive and health problems. So what else do you need to know? Oh yeah, what does it cost and how do I sign up? This 26 week program is jammed packed (I had a hard time editing anything out, I love it all!) with videos, audios, recipes and healthy living tips delivered to your email every week at a cost of just $29.97 a month. That is less than $1 a day! Wow now that I see it in print I really realize that maybe I should re-think this..... If you can find a way to change your health and in turn change your life, with no side effects, not just treating the symptoms, not just accepting that this is just the way you are…. for less than a dollar a day, do it! Tell me where that program is and I am joining it! I want you to feel better right now…..I know how great I feel and I want you to experience that feeling for yourself. In order to get you to sign-up right now…..so you don’t go back to your unhealthy life, continuing to suffer and be limited by your struggling digestion… I am going to offer the first month of this program, for the first 50 members that join in the first 10 days….. for $9.97. Was there gluten in my breakfast? Wow it must be brain fog! So that is the first month for $9.97 then the next five months for $29.97 per month. You can cancel at any time but I am betting that you are going to love this program and that you will hang out with me for the full 6 months. I am only allowing 300 members to be part of this group. As a member you will get special offers, group session discounts and the first to see what’s new at MindyKannon.com Sign-up today and you will get the first issue within 48 hours. You will be feeling better in no time! Sure you could just buy a whole bunch of books and read them and figure it out on your own but I have already done that…..it took me way too long and at times was really boring! There are over 4,000 books on Amazon and I got over 3 million hits when I Googled, gluten-free. Wow where do you start? So are you ready to go? Really ready and committed to feeling better? Sign up now and start living the life you dream of! Click Here! Then click Subscribe! You deserve to be Healthy! Please pass this on to anyone that is interested in living gluten-free! Thank you! You deserve to be Healthy! CONTACT ME AT 203-210-7462 MindyKannon@yahoo.com www.MindyKannon.com Follow us on Twitter Like us on Face book! |
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