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Jan 26, 2022 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip - The Benefits of Urolithin A
Urolithin A(UA) is a compound which is naturally produced by bacteria within the gut microbiome, after consuming ellagitannins or ellagic acid – polyphenols which can be found in foods like pomegranate, berries, nuts, teas, and other foods. Urolithin A has recently been in the longevity spotlight, with research showing that it protects against age-related disease and also slows the aging processes.
Jan 19, 2022 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip - What's a Carb
Carbs (aka carbohydrates) are a hot topic in nutrition these days. They are a hot topic in Dr. Lipman’s office too. When we meet with patients, we help them find the best diet for their individual needs, but there is almost always one point in common: eat fewer carbs.
Jan 12, 2022 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip - Healthy Salty Snacks
When it comes to reaching for a salty snack, most people mindlessly grab store-bought popcorn or chips. But with a little forethought, it’s easy to make a healthier choice. Prioritize your health this new year by choosing healthy snacks over inflammatory processed foods - either store-bought or homemade!
Jan 5, 2022 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip - 5-minute HIIT Workout
HIIT stands for high-intensity interval training (HIIT) which pertains to alternating between fixed intervals of high-intensity and low-intensity or resting exercises. The list of benefits HIIT delivers is long, including: improving aspects of muscular health and mental health, reducing blood pressure and blood sugar, and activating longevity pathways. Whether you have 5 minutes between meetings, or you’ve set aside time for a longer workout – here is a short 5 minute HIIT routine (feel free to repeat this routine depending on how much time and experience you have).
Dec 29, 2021 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip - De-Stress Your Immune System
End of the holidays is prime time to focus on de-stressing your immune system. You’ve stressed out your immune system, lost sleep, stressed over family obligations and over-indulged. Plus you’ve had too much alcohol and sugary foods, both which weaken your ability to fight off winter ills and prevent you from continuing through the season in best health. So instead of undermining immunity, preserve your health by fortifying it. Since 70% of our immune system lives in our guts, it makes sense to start with the diet.
Dec 22, 2021 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip – A Guide to Resolutions
When it comes to the end of the year and the start of another, taking some time to reflect on the lessons learned and think about tweaks going forward can be a life enriching experience. But making sustainable resolutions can be hard! This year, save yourself wasted time and use these tips to create a fitting resolution – not without the help of Dr. Lipman.
Dec 15, 2021 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip - The Benefits of HIIT
Recently heard of HIIT, but unsure what it is? HIIT stands for high-intensity interval training (HIIT) which pertains to alternating between fixed intervals of high-intensity and low-intensity or resting exercises. The list of benefits HIIT delivers is long, including: improving aspects of muscular health, reducing blood pressure, reducing blood sugar, improving mental health, and activating longevity pathways.
Dec 8, 2021 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip - Walking Mindfulness Activity
Whether you decide to set aside time to go for a walk, or you are going to be walking to run errands – you can bring mindfulness into it. Mindfulness improves stress levels, brain health, heart health, pain, sleep, GI issues and more. Here is a walking mindfulness activity that you can do if you have a 5 minute or a 45 minute walk ahead.
Dec 1, 2021 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip - Responsible Indulgence
It’s December already and holiday parties abound. It’s a festive time for gathering with family and friends to celebrate the season (usually with lots of food and beverage). Here are some simple tips to help you enjoy, without surrendering your health!
Nov 24, 2021 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip - Common Nutrient Inadequacies
Inadequate intake of nutrients may result from many factors including an improper diet, medication, chronic disease, gut health and other barriers to absorption. In the United States, some of the most common nutrient inadequacies, as documented by NHANES (National Health and Nutrition Examination Survey) data include: Vitamins A, C, and D, magnesium, and potassium.
Nov 17, 2021 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip - Eat Your Brain Healthy
Nourishing our brains through lifestyle factors, such as food, is of utmost importance. Don’t know where to start? Here are some foods that you might be quite excited to learn encourage brain health.
Nov 10, 2021 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip – Benefits of Resveratrol
Resveratrol is a phytonutrient that delivers a wide array of benefits possibly including: improved blood pressure, insulin sensitivity, cholesterol, and markers of aging. Healthy sources of resveratrol include pistachios, cranberries, cacao, and supplements.
Nov 3, 2021 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip - Easy Winter Squash
Are you overwhelmed with the thought of cutting into the hefty and tough-skinned winter squash? Are they piling up from your CSA, or are you avoiding them at the market because they are just too much work? Here's an easy non-recipe recipe!
Oct 27, 2021 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip - Kitchen Makeover
Have you done a kitchen inventory lately? You might be surprised about what’s lurking inside! Open up the cupboards, pantry, under the sink, the refrigerator and freezer – there’s a chance you will find some chemicals, additives, plastics, GMOs and a few other unsavory toxins lurking. Even if you shop at the farmers’ market and the healthiest grocery store in town, chances are there is room for some healthy improvement
Oct 20, 2021 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip - Eat Your Pizza
Who has a favorite food that you mostly try to avoid because it's not so healthy (I know I do!)? Pizza is probably top of many people's list. A NYC slice eaten on the street, a fancy wood-burning oven pizza, and anything in between.
Oct 13, 2021 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip - Candy Crush
October is the month of candy. Halloween brings endless bowls of drug store candy - M&Ms, Reese’s Peanut Butter Cups, Candy Corn - all filled with sugar, artificial flavors, food dye, GMO cornstarch, and other scary ingredients! Plan ahead and you can avoid the usual crap by making your own healthier (but still tasty) treats!
Oct 6, 2021 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip - Preserve the Fall Harvest
Later summer into fall is harvest season when the farmers markets are the most bountiful and colorful. It’s a great time to stock up on your favorite produce and spend an afternoon preparing and preserving some goodies for winter!
Sep 29, 2021 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip - Familiarize Yourself With Calcium
Despite calcium being found abundantly in the body, it is still one of the most common deficiencies in the United States. And that’s quite unfortunate – this mineral is vital for the body in a number of ways. Older individuals (especially those at risk for osteoporosis), women, adolescents, vegans, and those who are lactose-intolerant should pay special attention to their calcium levels and consider adding more foods rich in calcium to their meal plan.
Sep 22, 2021 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip - Nutrient Combos For Increased Absorption
We all want to nourish our bodies to the best of our abilities, and for good reason - worrying about our health is no way to live, but preventing illness by focusing on health and taking precaution, is. Whether the pandemic has made you more dependent on delivery services or perhaps, more of a self-proclaimed chef - these health hacks will make you put extra consideration into your meals.
Sep 17, 2021 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip - Hack At-Home Massages
Are you craving a massage but can’t find the time or money? Or maybe you’re afraid of exposing yourself to a new COVID variant or you’re caught up with obligations. Did you know you can hack the power of massage by learning to do Abhyanga Ayurvedic massage - a warm oil self-massage? You can, and it’s easy and inexpensive.
Sep 8, 2021 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip - PMS Relief
Most women experience PMS symptoms at some point in their menstruating lives. These symptoms last from a few days to what can feel never ending. The symptoms are all over the place - fatigue, breast tenderness, moodiness, bloating, cramps, anxiety… and the list goes on.
Sep 1, 2021 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip - Stretch Every Day
The holidays are here and our usual schedule is often thrown out the window. Chances are you might not make it to yoga (or spin or on that run or pilates) as often as you would like for the next few weeks. But you do have time for this simple stretch! It’s great to counter all the forward action of sitting and typing we do every day.
Aug 25, 2021 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip - Eat Your Veggie Protein
Protein is an essential part of every person’s diet, but you don’t need to be a meat eater to get your daily allotment. If you aren’t a meat eater, you are going to need to be more more mindful about where your protein is coming from each day (and if you are a meat eater, you might want to mix up your protein intake with some of these veggie options!). These days, most people get ample amounts of protein, but if you aren't, skimping on protein is not a good idea.
Aug 18, 2021 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip - Lower Your Blood Pressure Today
Too many of us struggle with high blood pressure yet there are simple things you can do significantly improve the condition and lower your blood pressure, naturally!