Compass Rose Nutrition & Wellness
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With Gaylene Gomez
The Goji Berry is quickly growing in popularity for it amazing health benefits and there are some amazingly effortless ways to enjoy this Asian fruit. Goji is available fresh, dried or in juice form. I’m going to give you a run down on why the Goji Berry should be a staple in your diet and some super simple recipes to start taking advantage of what they can do for you!
Wondering why you should add goji berries into your diet? Goji berries have a long history of health benefits such as Cholesterol Control, Anti-Aging, Cardiovascular Protection, Reduce Stress, Improve Digestion, Protects Brain Cells, Protects Liver, Increases Sleep quality and that is only SOME of the benefits. No wonder it’s called a superfood.
Most goji berry recipes are simple and require no cooking whatsoever. Goji trail mix for example, involves just throwing goji berries in with other dried fruits and grains for a delicious on the go snack. Simple.
Are you trying to eat healthy? But maybe feeling a little bit stuck or confused?
I know it can be hard.
Are you reaching your health goals? Or maybe you don't even know where to start?
Those are a few of the main reasons why people decide to reach out to a Health or Nutrition Coach. Do you ever wish you had that extra voice in your head to just tell you what to eat, or to help you make healthy decisions? Do you wish those pounds would fall off without having to count calories?
I'm here today to tell you a bit more about what it is like to work with a Holistic Nutrition Consultant. Also I have some tips for you to find one if you are interested in having a bit more help in that area of your life.
What is a Holistic Nutrition Consultant?
You might hear the term Nutritionist, Holistic Nutrition Coach, Nutrition Consultant or something else similar to that. Not all Nutrition Coaches are the same and every different province and state has a different term, as well as different training schools. A Nutrition Coach is someone who has training and experience in healthy eating and understands the way food and good nutrition can affect our health.
You have heard it before, Breakfast is the most important meal of the day. Well, all meals are important, but for energy levels- a good breakfast is the MOST important. What you eat at the beginning of the day is fuelling your body for either lasting, strong energy, or short burst often followed by sugar crash.
If Captain Crunch is part of your morning, then keep reading. These 3 foods will make a big difference to your energy levels.
