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October 29, 2014 In News, Spotlight, Yoga By Vancouver Health Coach

Finding the Right Medium to Experience Yoga

Just as there are many different styles of yoga from which to choose, there are also several ways to learn and experience yoga. It’s important that you find the right medium, and the right teacher within that medium, because that relationship will directly affect the likelihood that you will adopt yoga as a regular practice. Probably the most popular method with which to experience yoga is by attending public classes. Studios are popping up on every corner so there’s no shortage of choices – Hatha, hot, yin, etc. The benefits of classes are their availability and the powerful feeling that comes...

October 28, 2014 In Food and Recipes, News, Spotlight By Vancouver Health Coach

Healthy No Bake Nut Butter Protein Bar

These homemade protein bars only have a few ingredients in them, they are super easy to make and are way healthier than bars you’ll find at the store. The main two ingredients are the nut butter and the protein powder. You can experiment with different nut butters like Peanut butter, Almond butter and Sun Butter (sunflower seed butter). They all work really well and taste great! You can also experiment with different types and flavors of protein powder. I tend to switch between a high quality whey protein and a great vegan protein like the ones from Vega. If you come up with...

October 27, 2014 In Emotional Health, Family Fitness, News By Vancouver Health Coach

Got Stress? Alpha-Lactalbumin to the Rescue

Most people these days will tell you that they are stressed! Chronic stress has been linked to North America's five leading causes of death: heart disease, cancer, lung disease, accidents and cirrhosis of the liver, but there is also much evidence that also implicates stress in the number one cause of disease (and death) these days--obesity. Author and stress researcher Kenneth Pelletier has contended that, in America, between 80-90% of all illness is linked to stress and that 75-90% of all visits to the doctor are for stress and anxiety-related concerns. Many people realize how detrimental the effects of excess stress can...

October 27, 2014 In Eliminating Toxins, Food and Recipes, News, Spotlight, Uncategorized By Vancouver Health Coach

Back To School Food Ideas for Avoiding the Flu

Back to school season is around the corner, which for many of us means an increased exposure to colds and flu. Viruses can spread very easily, so it’s important to boost your immune system to guard against these common diseases. The first signs of a virus sends many people reaching for the nearest over-the-counter medications that merely treat the symptoms without ever addressing the cause of the illness. A healthier option to potentially harmful medications can be found in a number of immune-boosting foods that will help you avoiding the flu and stay healthy through the fall and winter months. Chicken soup It appears...

October 26, 2014 In Food and Recipes, Green & Healthy Living, News, Spotlight By Vancouver Health Coach

GMO Crops, Safe or Evil?

If you haven't heard of GMO, I really encourage you to just stop what you are doing and google GMO because if you haven't noticed it's kind of a problem.  It is a world-wide issue that has caused a lot of up-roar, controversy and frustration between the government and big corporations and the people and little guys who are just trying to do the right thing. GMO= are genetically modified organisms that have been created using new techniques of recombinant DNA technology.  GMO are viewed with concern because of public debate over the safety of the products and the fear that GMO foods...

October 26, 2014 In News, Spotlight, Yoga By Vancouver Health Coach

A Man’s Introduction to Yoga: Man Up! Yoga for Men

Do you find yourself reluctant to try an effective way to relax, relieve stress, and stay healthy because there is less hype about yoga for men? This is understandable because in society, men are expected to take on all types of stress without a blink of the eye. Each limit is pushed further away in terms of school, work, family, and friends. Without a healthy way to re-energize, a burnout is likely coming sometime in the near future. Yoga for men can be just as beneficial as it is for women. From strengthening the body to training and refocusing the...

October 25, 2014 In Green & Healthy Living, News, Spotlight By Rich Ralph

3 Tips to Boost Male Fertility

As my wife’s prenatal business, PrenatalCoach.com, continues to grow, so too does my exposure to fertility issues. When couples begin preparing for conception, there is often an unequal amount of pressure placed on the woman and her fertility. If there are difficulties conceiving, the onus is typically taken on by the mother-to-be. Her health is scrutinized, her fertility is questioned, and her confidence is shaken. It is becoming much more apparent and accepted that the woman’s fertility may not be the only issue. After all, men must contribute half of the genes in order to produce a healthy fetus. Male fertility is...

October 24, 2014 In Emotional Health, News, Spotlight, Yoga By Vancouver Health Coach

Finding My Voice Through Yoga

How can a simple, unassuming four letter word change your life? I found that answer the day I unrolled a yoga mat, had a comfortable seat and took my first conscious deep breaths. Inhale….. Exhale….. It was the spring of 2010. At that time I was completely unaware of the miracle that was about to unfold. My mat has become my mirror. As my yoga practice has begun to evolve, the past eleven years of my life are slowly being reflected back at me. On December 13th, 1999, working as a Radiation Therapist at the BC Cancer Agency, I suffered a...

October 24, 2014 In Ask The Expert: Health & Fitness Advice, Green & Healthy Living, Holistic Health, News, Spotlight By Vancouver Health Coach

Prevention of Insomnia with Natural Treatment Options

Insomnia is a general term used to describe the patient’s perception that the amount or quality of sleep he or she experiences is inadequate, despite that the fact that the opportunity for adequate sleep exists. The problems can range from having difficulty falling asleep, being too easily disrupted with multiple awakenings, or early morning awakenings with an inability to fall back asleep. It is important to note which particular symptom the patient expresses, as this may not only indicate the cause but also the possible treatment. As such insomnia isn’t really a disease at all, but a symptom that can...

October 23, 2014 In Green & Healthy Living, News, Spotlight By Vancouver Health Coach

Using Metaphors to Improve Your Health

There is no escaping the presence of metaphors. From advertising to poetry, they exist all around us in almost every facet of our lives. The reason for this is that metaphors are far more successful at painting clearer pictures of the world around us than simple description. They help us to convey meaning by creating interesting and compelling comparisons that enable us to effectively share our experiences. Understanding the metaphors we use The metaphors we choose to embrace can have a tremendous influence on how we think, act, and feel, which can ultimately impact our health. Therefore, it makes sense to try...