A few weeks back I was sharing with you all that I was a Sparty through and through. I graduated from MSU with a degree in Dietetics and then went on to do a one year intensive internship where I learned so much about the many roles and jobs Registered Dietitians can hold. I worked in burn units, with low income Women, Infants & Children, on Diabetic wards, with Hospice nurses, in Cardiac Re-hab facilities…just to name a few. It was fascinating, intense and exhausting. One of my biggest take homes from this year was that I wanted to share sound nutrition advice with others but really only with those who were actually interested in listening and learning. What I experienced time and time again was that a dietitian was called in to tell, for example, a post cardiac patient how to eat more heart healthy and he had no interest in changing his ways. And although I know Dietitians are needed in many capacities, I decided right then and there that my role as a Dietitian would be sharing nutrition advice with those who were actually looking to apply the information and better their lives. So here I am and here you are. My BL peeps are my captive audience but it’s up to you if you want to listen and educate yourself. Knowledge is key in making any positive change in our lives.
I have offered many nutrition seminars over the years and some of them are housed in our BL 365 class library including the one I will be referencing today…GUT BRAIN CONNECTION. SO I’m just going to give you a few bullet point take homes from this seminar but if you want more info just tap on the video button at the bottom of your app. Those of you who have unlimited memberships will have access to this video as well as our entire BL 365 Class Library.
So here are your take homes for a healthier Gut Brain Connection…
Consume more Pro-biotics…Fermented Food and Drink: Examples include Yogurt, Sauerkraut, Pickles, Tea & Red Wine
Consider a Pro-biotic Supplement: BL offers one just ask at the front desk. Great way to supplement your diet and add more good bugs to your gut
Eat More Fiber: The good bugs that we want more of eat fiber for food. So include more whole grains, seeds, beans, fruits and vegetables
Eat the Rainbow of Fruits & Veggies: Variety is key AND the more color the better in terms of serving as an Anti-oxidant and Anti-inflammatory
Try to consume more fresh regional produce: Local food has more of the good bacteria to fight off the local bad bacteria
Eat more good fats: Fatty Fish, Walnuts, Avocado, Olives and Olive Oil
Eat LESS: Red meat, Processed Meat, Smoked meat
Eat LESS: Sugar and Refined Carbs Limit sugary foods and white carbs like white bread, white pasta that have been stripped of fiber
MAKE PLANTS THE STAR OF THE SHOW!!
This advice will not only help you to manage your weight more effectively, it will boost your immune function, help you stave off anxiety and depression and contribute to a HEALTHIER YOU!!!
I love spreading sound, evidence based nutrition information. Find me in the Link for more information or to ask me any questions. Always love to support our BL peeps on your journey to Wellness!!
