Wellness Wednesday

It's Wellness Wednesday! As we head into Fall and Winter (especially here in the PNW), and the amount of sunlight we are exposed to decreases, it is very important to increase foods rich in Vitamin D.
Vitamin D is essential for absorbing calcium, a mineral we need to consume on a daily basis for excellent bone health. It also enhances our ability to maximize other minerals we need such as iron, zinc and magnesium. Vitamin D also plays an important part in strengthening your immune system.
Fatty or oily fish, such as wild salmon, trout, eel, swordfish and mackerel are excellent sources of vitamin D. But wild salmon trumps the rest. According to the Skin Cancer Foundation: "A 3.5-ounce fillet of cooked wild salmon contains 360 International Units (IUs) of vitamin D." Salmon also boasts omega-3 fatty acids, which is essential for a healthy heart and healthy cholesterol-levels.
Break out the eggs for tomorrow's breakfast. One large hard-boiled egg contains 44 IUs of vitamin D. If you prefer eggs poached or scrambled, one egg can still provide you with 7 percent of their daily vitamin D intake. While pasture-raised eggs are an excellent source, the vitamin D is concentrated in the yolk, so the entire egg must be consumed to get the most out of it.
Incorporating mushrooms and tofu into your diet is another excellent source of Vitamin D. One cup of portabello mushrooms, for example, boasts 64 percent of your daily value.
Libbey B. CNT
www.theopenpalate.com

Health Presentation featuring Dr. Ratansi

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Autism and Hyperbarics

Autism is a hot topic nowadays... Why do so many children have it? And how do we manage the symptoms? Well, Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy may be a key to managing symptoms! As you can see from the children in the video, they are more affectionate, social, and have clearer speech. A huge step in the Autistic community!

Check out this short clip to see children before and after a hyperbaric chamber session! https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hUSfq7NsuCw&feature=share

Eat Your Veggies!

Eating Vegetables Will Improve Your Health

Vegetables are good for you.
They are rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber, antioxidants and an endless variety of trace nutrients that science has just begun to uncover.
In observational studies, eating vegetables is associated with improved health and a lower risk of disease.
Eat a variety of vegetables each day.
They are healthy, fulfilling and add wonderful variety to the diet.

~Libbey Bartel, CNT

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Wellness Wednesday!

It's Wellness Wednesday! Here is the next tip on our series about how to Eat Healthy On the Go, by Libbey Bartel, CNT.
MAKE THE RESTAURANT WORK FOR YOU! Going out to eat is very popular. But when you're depending on the chef of a restaurant to accommodate your diet, things get tricky. Not to worry, there's a solution: Look over the entire menu when you sit down. Let’s say you want salmon, but it comes with a side of cheesy risotto. The gluten and dairy laden chicken Parmesan, on the other hand, comes with sautéed spinach and garlic. Politely ask your server to switch sides! Chances are, your server will be more than willing to accommodate your request.
Check in next week for our LAST tip on the benefits of Water!

Chamber Time

Our young client is enjoying chamber time! :)

Wellness Wednesday

It's Wellness Wednesday! Here is tip 3 of 5 in our series about how to Eat Healthy On the Go, by Libbey Bartel, CNT.

USE YOUR SMARTPHONE TO LOCATE HEALTHY EATS! If you're traveling this summer, use your smartphone to your advantage to find healthy options, such as a juice bar or farm-to-table restaurant. In addition to a selection of nourishing, immunity-boosting juices, most juice bars have a variety of other options that you can grab—from salads and smoothies to homemade granola and protein bars—there's no shortage of healthy options available, regardless of the location.

Stay tuned next week for how to make your restaurant work for you!