Healthy Directions Summer 2016

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HEALTHY DIRECTIONS SUMMER 2016

TOSS A MEAN SALAD

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Sensational, & Seasonal

SMART START SUPPLEMENTS

Salads HOW TO DIGEST SUMMER’S BEST

LYME DISEASE AWARENESS

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[CONTENTS] FOOD FIGHT AT THE FARMERS’ MARKET Salad Triumphs 07

MEGA SALAD

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ROASTED BEET, GOAT CHEESE & FARRO SALAD

Lettuce Get Things Started

Throwing Tomatos in the Mix

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FIESTA FARMERS’ MARKET SALAD

Party Starter with Nutritional Punch

DIGESTION SUGGESTIONS You Are What You Digest 14

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DIGEST YOUR BEST

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A TIMELESS ANSWER TO THE MODERN DETOX DILEMMA

Watermelon, Feta and Arugula Three-Tomato Pasta with Pesto Breakfast Burrito

LOVE & LEMONS Summer Fare

Journey and Discovery NURTURE WITH NATURE Experience The Canadian Outdoors

HEALTHY STARTS A Pathway to Better Health 12 18

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SMART START SUPPLEMENTS

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GET READY FOR BACK TO SCHOOL

Filling the Nutritional Gaps

Tips for a Smooth Transition

AMAZING, AMINO ACIDS Essential Building Blocks

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OUR HEARTS AND HEALTHCARE ARE FAILING US A Natural Heath Standpoint

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LYME DISEASE AWARENESS

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REDEFINING MIDDLE AGE

WHEN EASY DAYS END Best Starts for School and Work

Barbecue Season Survival Tips

Sage Wisdom Backed By Science

MEALS IN A JAR

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COOL CREATIONS

Strawberry-Rhubarb Vegan Ice Cream

5 SURPRISING FOODS FOR DIGESTION

Which Ones Do You Guess?

FOOD PASSIONS Gourmet Nourishment

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How to Remove a Tick Safely

What’s Your Activity Level Age?

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Get Set for Salad Wars

SUMMER 2016 Vol. 17 No. 3

Your compass for natural health, wellness and outdoor adventure.

Raise your salad forks. Arm yourself with a cucumber and prepare to julienne. This edition, we’re about to toss some lettuce.

Editor / Publisher

Charleen Wyman healthydirectionscwyman@gmail.com 1-877-276-1849 519-823-5404 Guelph, Ontario, Canada

If you’re seeking some sensational, summer salads our Food Fight at the Farmers’ Market feature shares some of Canada’s very best. Three foodie family teams share their favourite farmers’ market foods and a salad recipe in this food fight.

Contributors

Join the food fight by choosing your favourite salad recipe on our website healthydirections.ca to declare the winning team and enter for the chance to win a Mountain Hardwear Scrambler Backpack for your next trek and 1 of 3 cookbooks.

Kelly Childs and Erinn Weatherbie, Julie Albert and Lisa Gnat, Lisa Petty and Cassie Irwin, Marva Ward, CNP, Tanya Linton, Adele Cavaliere, Jeanine Donofrio and Jack Mathews, Stephen Case, Jolie Root, LPN, LNC, Nahida Jamal, ND, Cassie Irwin, Rachel Schwartzman, ND, Jean-Yves Leroux, PhD, MBA, and Omar Cruz.

I know you were hoping for flying food, smashed tomatoes, fencing with cucumbers and mini potatoes bouncing off saucepan lids being used as shields. As fun as it would be, no such luck. Instead, every recipe is a triumph in taste and nutrition. Plus, I’ve added a few more great salad in a jar ideas for inspiring back to school and work ideas.

Barbecue season is here and I have lined up a few fantastic articles with better digestion suggestions. Holistic Nutritionist Adele Cavaliere shares, “5 Surprising Foods for Better Digestion.” Food fight competitor Cassie Irwin in “Digest Your Best” shares how to celebrate the best of the barbecue season in comfort and Omar Cruz looks to the sages of the past and today’s scientific research for better digestion in “Timeless Answer to the Modern Detox Dilemma.”

Distribution

Do you have a store in the Greater Toronto Area? Would you like to carry Healthy Directions magazine?

Call or e-mail: Jon Cousins at healthydirections@rogers.com or 1-877-276-1849

Enjoy all the best the season has to offer in seasonal and local foods available at farmers’ markets and health food stores!

Best of Health!

Charleen Wyman, BA Journalism and Communications, BA English Editor, Healthy Directions healthydirectionscwyman@gmail.com Healthy Directions is an independent journal produced by Cousins Publishing, four times a year in Canada. Printed in Canada. All content is copyrighted by Cousins Publishing. ISSN 1714-5791

IMPORTANT: Always seek the opinion of your medical or naturopathic doctor before starting any complementary health program. Any information contained herein is intended towards that purpose; thus “Healthy Directions” and its contributing writers will not be held liable should this advice not be followed.

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Âť OUR CONTRIBUTORS Rachel Schwartzman is a board certified naturopathic doctor, licensed acupuncturist and birth doula in Toronto. Visit: rachelschwartzman.com.

Adele Cavaliere is a Holistic Nutritionist, published author of the book 21 Days to Detoxify Your Life is an elite fitness trainer, yoga instructor and the founder of Nutri-School.

Cassie Irwin is a lifelong nutrition junkie and healing foods writer.

Visit her blog at thekitchndoctor.com, where food is medicine.

Marva Ward is a Certified Nutritional Practitioner (CNP) and works for Puresource as the National Product Educator for the NOW brand of supplements in Canada.

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Food Fight at the Farmers’ Market We asked three Canadian foodie, celebrity families to share their favourite farmers’ market food picks. Each team shared a salad recipe in this food fight. Choose your favourite to declare the victor and enter for the chance to win a $200.00 Mountain Hardwear, Scrambler Backpack and 1 of 3 cookbooks at: www.healthydirections.ca.

Excerpted from “Made with Love” by Kelly Childs and Erinn Weatherbie.

Copyright © 2016 Childs and Weatherbie Inc. Cover and book photography: Alyssa Wodabek and Chris Sue-Chu. Excerpted by permission of Appetite by Random House, a division of Random House of Canada Ltd. a Penguin Random House company.

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Sprouts

There is so much goodness in sprouts! Radish, sunflower, pea, broccoli and lentil sprouts are examples of this amazing living superfood. Sprouts are loaded with nutrients and enzymes and they are a good source of protein. They are a superstar ingredient that you can pair with your favourite salad or sandwich. We use them in the Mega Salad from our cookbook, Made with Love. The combination of the sprouts and herbs create a salad bursting with flavour.

Fresh Herbs

Fresh herbs are magical ingredients. Herbs have so many healing qualities, and they power up flavours especially when they are not cooked. Our favourite is mint which we use in Kelly’s Bikini Season Tonic from our cookbook, Made with Love because it leaves you feeling vibrant and healthy.

Lettuce

Lettuce is one of our favourite things to purchase at our local farmers’ market. We love it so much that we even named our restaurant, Lettuce Love Cafe after it! You can pick up so many varieties of lettuce and they all add a different flavour and texture to your meal. Dark leafy greens are nutritional powerhouses and a great building block for any salad. We recommend trying to buy organic whenever you can to avoid pesticides.

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Kelly Childs and Erinn Weatherbie authors of Made with Love and owners of Lettuce Love Café toss a mean salad.

MEGA SALAD

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What is so wonderful about salads is the more you make them, the more you get comfortable with experimenting and discovering new favourite flavours. Trust us, salads are addictive. Treat this recipe as a guideline, substituting whatever nuts, seeds or sprouts are your faves. Makes 4 servings.

Ingredients

8 cups any greens (romaine, arugula and/or spinach), torn into bite-size pieces 2 cups any sprouts (radish, sunflower, pea, broccoli, lentil etc.)

1 cup fresh cilantro leaves, chopped 1 cup fresh basil leaves, chopped 1 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped 4 tablespoons fresh lime or lemon juice ¼ cup avocado oil Pinch of sea salt ½ cup walnut pieces ½ cup dried blueberries ½ cup hemp seeds ½ cup raw sunflower seeds ¼ cup raw pumpkin seeds 2 avocados, pitted and cut into ½-inch chunks 2 tablespoons Brazil Nut “Parmesan” (optional)

Directions

1. In a large bowl, mix the greens, sprouts and herbs. Toss with lime juice.

2. Add the avocado oil and toss to coat the leaves thoroughly.

3. Sprinkle with salt to taste. Toss until well combined.

4. Add the walnuts, blueberries, hemp, sunflower and pumpkin seeds, and toss well.

5. Add the avocado chunks and toss gently to fully incorporate.

Sprinkle with Brazil nut “Parmesan” (if using). Serve immediately.

Sprinkling the sea salt after the lime juice and avocado oil is an important step, as it helps the salt stick to the leaves and make the greens taste more fresh and vibrant.

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Toronto sisters Julie Albert and Lisa Gnat authors of Lick Your Plate throw tomatoes, cheese and berries in the mix.

Tomatoes

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At a Farmers’ Market, you can get all different tomato varieties, shapes and colours. It’s guaranteed that they will be at their peak freshness, sweet and not sitting in storage for weeks before hitting stores.

We eat tomatoes raw like apples, in salads, soups, sauces or tomato jam.

Cheese

You will find many varieties of the creamiest, richest and most original cheese at the farmers’ market. Not only can you can speak directly to the cheese artisan and discover where and how the cheese is produced, but you can also taste before buying and find new flavour-packed cheese.

Local Berries

You can be sure that berries at the farmers’ market will be plentiful, sweeter and perish much slower as they’re likely fresh from the field. As well, berries will be less expensive than at your grocery store and you can ask farmers directly if they have been sprayed with any pesticides.

ROASTED BEET, GOAT CHEESE & FARRO SALAD

Farro (pronounced FAHR-oh) may be as old as the hills (20,000 years and counting) but definitely not past its prime. In fact, this protein and fiber-rich ancient cereal grain is hitting its stride in mainstream cuisine, gracing everything from soups to salads with its nutty flavour and chewy texture.

Dijon Vinaigrette

⅓ cup olive oil ¼ cup Champagne vinegar 1 tsp Dijon mustard 1 tsp honey ½ tsp kosher salt ¼ tsp freshly ground black pepper

Roasted Beets

6 medium-sized beets, trimmed and rinsed

Farro

1½ cups uncooked farro, rinsed 6 cups water ½ tsp kosher salt

Salad

6 cups mixed greens 3 celery stalks, chopped ¾ cup crumbled goat cheese

Directions

1. FOR THE DRESSING, in a small bowl, whisk olive oil, Champagne vinegar, Dijon mustard, honey, salt and pepper. Set aside.

2. FOR THE ROASTED BEETS, preheat oven to 400°F. Pat beets dry after washing and wrap each individually in aluminum foil. Place all on a baking sheet and roast 30–40 minutes, until fork tender.

Remove from oven, discard aluminum foil and place beets in a bowl of cold water. When cool enough to handle, rub off the peel, cut into wedges and set aside.

3. WHILE THE BEETS ARE ROASTING, prepare the farro. In a large sauce- pan, combine farro, water and salt. Bring to a boil over high heat, reduce heat to low and simmer for 20–25 minutes until tender. Drain and set aside to cool.

4. TO ASSEMBLE SALAD, in a large serving bowl, combine mixed greens, chopped celery, roasted beets and farro. Add dressing and toss well to combine.

Sprinkle goat cheese over top and serve.

From Lick Your Plate Copyright © 2016 Pinky Swear Press. Reprinted by permission of Appetite

by Random House, a division of Penguin Random House Canada Limited. Photography credit: Ryan Szulc.

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Nutritionist Lisa Petty and her daughter Cassie Irwin, a naturopath in training team up with protective foods that pack nutritional punch.

This mother-daughter duo believes that the family who eats together usually argues a lot about what to have for supper. It’s impossible for us to leave the farmers’ market without picking up cilantro, red pepper and garlic. Cilantro simply tastes like summer, and it’s protective against sun damage while also supporting the liver. Part of the reason we like to get red pepper from the market is we find it really hard to grow in our garden! It’s also high in beta carotene and vitamin C. And garlic is one of our favourite beauty herbs, since its sulphur content is great for hair and nails!

With these 3 farmers’ market finds, we threw together this Fiesta Farmers’ Market Salad. It’s perfect for summer potlucks since it’s gluten free and vegan friendly! Quinoa is one of the few plant foods that provide all the essential amino acids. The tiny ancient grain also an easy source of B vitamins, calcium, fibre, magnesium, phosphorus and potassium. Try it in all your salad recipes in place of rice.

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FIESTA FARMERS’ MARKET SALAD Salad Ingredients

1/2 cup uncooked quinoa 1 cup water 1 tablespoon olive oil 1 red pepper, diced 1/2 cup onion, chopped 1 medium carrot, in coins 3 garlic cloves, minced 1 cup sweet corn 1 19 oz can black beans, rinsed 2 medium tomatoes, diced 1/3 cup fresh cilantro, chopped 1/2 cup salted peanuts to top (optional)

Dressing Ingredients

1/2 cup olive oil 1/2 tsp black seed oil Juice of 1 lemon 1/2 - 1 tsp cayenne pepper, depending on spice preference 1/2 tsp ground cumin

Directions

1. In a small saucepan, boil water.

Add quinoa; return to boil. Reduce to medium heat; cover. Cook until done. Allow to cool, fluff, and place in large bowl.

2. Meanwhile, sauté peppers, onions, carrots and garlic in oil until crisp-tender. Add to bowl with quinoa. Stir in tomatoes, corn, beans and cilantro.

3. In a small bowl, whisk together olive oil, lemon juice, black seed oil, cayenne and cumin.

Pour over salad and stir to coat.

Doctor with salt and pepper.

This salad is best enjoyed at room temperature.

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Amazing Amino Acids for Health Amino Acids (AA) are the building blocks of proteins, hormones, neurotransmitters and antioxidants.

AA are the fundamental components in the structure of every cell in the human body.

By Marva Ward, CNP

These 20 amino acids are joined together in unique sequences to perform millions of biological functions from tissue repair to cognitive and neurological functions, and from the regulation of vitamins, minerals and hormones to their role in methylation and gene expression.

Nine AA are referred to as “essential” as they can only be acquired through the diet.

The remaining 11 are synthesized in the body through the utilization of essential AA, and thus they are classified as “nonessential” amino acids. Any amino acid missing or in short supply affects the availability of others and over time the deficit of these vital nutrients may create an imbalance in the body, leading to illness and disease. Conversely their ability to support the body and bring it back to a state of homeostasis (balance), health and vitality is well documented.

Cardiovascular Disease

Taurine, L-Arginine and L-Citrulline are known to support healthy cardiovascular function. Taurine plays a key roll in the regulation of sodium, potassium, magnesium and calcium. This can help stabilize the heart, as irregular heart beat is often linked to the dysfunctional mineral utilization inside and outside of the cells.

1000mg - 3000mg of Taurine daily has been shown to be effective in controlling irregular heart beat. Nature’s vasodilators are found in the amino acids L-Arginine and L-Citrulline. Supplementation supports the production of nitric oxide which in turn regulates blood pressure.

Neurological Health from ADD to Depression

There are also a number of amino acid precursors and derivatives that play an important role in maintaining neurological health. GABA and 5-HTP help to manage depression and anxiety disorders by either increasing inhibitory neurotransmitter activity (GABA) or increasing circulating levels of serotonin (5HTP). Amino acid precursors and neurotransmitters have been shown to be effective when included in a supplement regime for ADD and ADHD. L-Tyrosine - is a precursor to the neurotransmitter, dopamine. Minimal amounts of L-Tyrosine taken daily may support the production of this vital neurotransmitter, thought to be deficient in many ADHD sufferers.

Glutamate – the latest research supports the finding that stimulating the excitatory neurotransmitter, glutamate, in the prefrontal cortex of the brain may be the key in controlling some cases of ADHD due to its interaction with dopamine.

TMG – Trimethylglycine addresses the methylation needs of children for detoxification. Methylation is involved in the function of neurotransmitters, in controlling inflammation, in detoxifying the body via the antioxidant system and it also influences gene expression.

A League of its Own

N-Acetylcysteine (NAC), possesses potent antioxidant properties; recognized as the reason for its diverse regenerative qualities

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in many diseases. Recently, NAC has also been touted as a treatment option in numerous psychiatric disorders such as schizophrenia, obsessive compulsive disorder and bi-polar disease, due to its antioxidant properties as well as several other very complex mechanisms. It is a powerful mucolitic agent (loosens and clears mucous) and is used in the management of conditions such as emphysema, bronchitis, TB and cystic fibrosis, just to name a few. As it is the precursor to the liver’s own primary antioxidant and detoxification agent, glutathione, it is commonly used in hospital emergency rooms as an antidote for acetaminophen overdoses.

Due to the fundamental roll of amino acids in the structure of the human body, it is understandable why the medical and naturopathic communities are looking to these basic building blocks to play a major role in solving a variety of everyday health issues. t

Marva Ward is a Certified Nutritional Practitioner (CNP) and works for Puresource as the National Product Educator for the NOW brand of supplements in Canada.

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» MEALS IN A JAR SENSATIONAL & SEASONAL SALADS

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3 BREAKFAST BURRITO

This is my take on a breakfast burrito. It doesn’t have the wrap, but that doesn’t mean you couldn’t bring one with you.

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1 WATERMELON, FETA AND ARUGULA SALAD

This salad is one of my all-time favorites. Not only is it super-easy to prepare, but the combination of watermelon and feta, with a hint of fresh mint, makes it a refreshing summertime lunch.

Makes 1 serving.

Ingredients

• 1-quart (1 L) mason jar 2 tbsp extra virgin olive oil 1 tbsp balsamic vinegar Salt and freshly ground black pepper 1 cup chopped watermelon 2 cups tightly packed arugula 1⁄2 cup crumbled feta cheese 1 tbsp chopped fresh mint

Directions

1. Pour oil and vinegar into jar, wiping down any splashes on the side of the jar.

Season to taste with salt and pepper. Layer watermelon and arugula on top, tightly packing the arugula. Top with feta and mint.

Seal jar and refrigerate for up to 3 days.

2. When ready to serve, turn jar upside down in a bowl and let the dressing coat the salad.

Courtesy of “150 Best Meals in a Jar” by Tanya Linton © 2016 www.robertrose.ca Reprinted with publisher permission. Available where books are sold.

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Surprising FOODS FOR DIGESTION

Poor digestion can lead to a whole host of problems – including fatigue, nutrient deficiencies, weight gain, food sensitivities and systemic inflammation – all of which can lead to the onset of chronic disease and illness.

By Adele Cavaliere

Unfortunately, most of us feed our taste buds before thinking about how it affects our digestive health, not realizing that mysterious 30-foot tube called the GI tract holds more solutions for your health than you could ever imagine!

Adele Cavaliere is a Holistic Nutritionist, published author of the book “21 Days to Detoxify Your Life,” is an elite fitness trainer, yoga instructor and founder of Nutri-School. Adele has worked with countless people empowering them to transform their lives, their bodies and their careers! Adele has worked with celebrities, pro-athletes and her success stories have been featured in Cosmopolitan, Shape, Fitness RX and more. www.adelecavaliere.com

Luckily Mother Nature is a genius when it comes to making sure our bodies, and more specifically our tummies, are humming happily along – which is why a whole food, organic diet is our best path to good digestion. But if you’ve let things slide and gotten a little backed up, don’t worry - we can get you back on track with a few superfoods that have helped hundreds of my clients de-bloat, de-gas and reset their digestive power. Here are my top 5 surprising foods for better digestion to help banish the bloat and get your digestion working as it should.

Kombucha

Hard to pronounce – easy on the tummy (and tastes delicious)!

Kombucha is a fermented tea drink that has been around for centuries in many different cultures and is used for a multitude of health

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benefits – including improved digestion. Practically speaking, it is a sweetened tea that is fermented with a SCOBY (a symbiotic colony of bacteria and yeast) to become a nutrient-rich, low-sugar beverage that is rich in gut-friendly probiotics – the good bacteria that keep the bad bacteria in your gut in check and promote smooth digestive function. On top of that, kombucha is also great for increasing energy, weight loss, liver detoxification and improved mood. You can make your own at home or choose from the many store bought varieties. Just make sure you choose one without a lot of added sugar (my personal favourite is GTs Raw Organic brand since it has no added sugar).

Kiwi

Feeling that dreaded bloat after a protein-rich meal? Grab a kiwi!

These mighty little green fruits have been found to contain a unique compound called actinidin which helps to digest proteins found in red meat, dairy and fish.

Studies have also shown them to be an effective natural laxative to get things moving, thus preventing gas, bloating and the fermentation of food in the gut that can feed bad

bacteria and seriously mess with your digestion. Plus, kiwi fruit has more immune boosting vitamin C than the equivalent amount of orange! Kiwi-based fruit salad, anyone?

Cod Liver Oil

It may sound like something your grandmother would have used, but cod liver oil is honestly one of the best additions to your supplement team. It is one of the most reliable and concentrated food sources of four nutrients that are essential to human health: DHA, EPA, vitamin A, and vitamin D – also making it one of the best foods for improving digestive health. High in antiinflammatory omega-3 fatty acids along with fat-soluble vitamins A and D, cod liver oil helps fight inflammation and build the immune system, which in turn restores digestive health. These anti-inflammatory properties also mean that cod liver oil is highly effective for those with inflammatory bowel disease. Also, the presence of these nutrients prevents various digestive problems from developing in the GI tract. Consuming even a small amount of cod liver oil, less than a teaspoon, on a daily basis can

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make a huge difference in your digestive system’s health. If you just can’t stomach the taste of a liquid form (which is the easiest for your body to utilize), try a capsule instead.

Sauerkraut

Yes – that funky cabbage stuff you associate with your Oktoberfest sausage is actually a digestive aiding powerhouse! That’s because sauerkraut is another fermented food that contains those wonderful probiotics we discussed earlier. On top of that, sauerkraut also has strong detoxifying abilities, and also produces isothiocyanates, which can prevent cancer growth, particularly in the colon. Some other lesser known fermented fare you may want to try are kefir (made from fermented milk), kimchi (Korean pickled cabbage), and miso (a Japanese paste made of fermented soybeans).

Beetroot

Beautifully purple and packed with nutrients, beetroots are excellent for overall digestive health. Beetroots are rich in betaine, which helps increase stomach acidity to control bacteria and yeast in the system, thus preventing food intolerances and reducing bloating. They’re also rich in fiber, potassium and magnesium, all of which help maintain a healthy digestive system and prevent problems like constipation and stomach aches. Not sure how to get them into your diet? Try them roasted in a salad or in a root veggie side dish; or for a super dose of digestive aiding nutrients – juice them!

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Getting all of these amazing foods into your diet is a great place to start when it comes to healing your gut and getting your digestion back on track – but when it comes to good digestion it’s not just about what you put in your body. Stress management plays a huge role in maintaining good digestion.

In fact, the digestive system is one of the biological processes most affected when the body is tense and anxious. When in stress mode, our body no longer focuses on everyday functions like digestion since everything becomes secondary to our body’s “fight or flight” survival response. This can wreak havoc on the gut, causing inflammation, acid reflux, ulcers, and even food allergies.

Two great ways to manage stress that I consistently recommend to my clients are meditation and yoga. Both focus on calming the mind and body, which takes us out of stress mode, allowing a deep level of relaxation so that our bodies can focus on functioning normally, including digesting our food better. Both also focus on breathing deeply, which improves digestion by increasing blood oxygen levels and circulation, making digestion easier.

So there you have it – some easy (and delicious) ways to heal your gut, get your digestion back on track and banish that bloated belly for good!t

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» LOVE & LEMONS

1 BEET AND CARROT SALAD WITH SWEET CITRUS VINAIGRETTE Find these three recipes from “Love and Lemons” on our website: www.healthydirections.ca Excerpted from “The Love & Lemons Cookbook” by Jeanine Donofrio and Jack Mathews.

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» A NATURAL HEALTH STANDPOINT

Our Hearts and Our Healthcare are Failing Us

It should be no surprise heart disease is the number one killer of North Americans, but did you know it kills more people than all forms of cancer combined?

By Stephen Case

Despite the billions spent on research, medical breakthroughs and the development of advanced testing methods our situation is not getting better.

What’s even more surprising is that many general practitioners are simply not aware of some of the new test methods available and still rely on the basic cholesterol test when 75% of heart attack patients have normal cholesterol levels and new studies show that those with high LDL (nonoxidized) actually live longer than those with low LDL. What the outdated cholesterol test does do is provide a basis for recommending statin drugs, which could in fact be harmful.

Dr. H. Okuyama, of Nagoya City University reports, “We have collected a wealth of information on cholesterol and statins from many published papers and find overwhelming evidence that these drugs accelerate hardening of the arteries and can cause, or worsen, heart failure. I cannot find any evidence to support people taking statins.”

Dr. Peter Langsjoen, a heart specialist in Texas warns, “Statins are being used so aggressively and in such large numbers of people that the adverse effects are now becoming obvious. These drugs should never have been approved for use. The long-term effects are devastating.”

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Dr. Langsjoen conducted research on 50 patients who discontinued taking statin drugs. Instead they supplemented with CoEnzyme Q10 and the research team saw no adverse consequences.

Prevention is the best medicine for a nation whose people are dying prematurely in huge numbers and unfortunately many of us are not being recommended or covered for an echocardiogram, coronary calcium scan or carotid artery scan. Yet the results could be the wake-up call we need to make some important lifestyle changes before it’s too late. More shocking research proves we are now showing signs of plaque build up in our 20’s.

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Healthy lifestyle Women are now highly cautioned because they are at the highest risk with 51% of cardiovascular related deaths and the research budget does not favour them as the majority of research is on men’s heart attacks. For many women the first sign of heart disease is a fatal event and many of their symptoms are not the same as men’s (light-headedness, nausea, upper back pressure, anxiety, unexplained fatigue).

There are additional options, new advanced blood tests available from Canadian labs (LifeLabs) that along with general testing can help provide a clearer picture of your cardiovascular status. You may be able to get these lower cost tests through your general practitioner (don’t be surprised if they aren’t familiar with it) or through a naturopath physician or metabolic coach.

PLAC® Test (Lp-PLA2) - Lp-PLA2 is a biological marker for vascular inflammation, a condition associated with the buildup of plaque in the arteries that supply blood to the heart. The greater the Lp-PLA2 activity, the greater the risk for fatal and nonfatal CHD events.

Myeloperoxidase (MPO) is a biomarker of oxidative stress that can identify the presence of oxidized LDL and vulnerable arterial plaques that increase a person's risk for heart attack.

The majority of adults will likely not score well but there are alternatives to drugs and surgery for some. Reducing fast food, hydrogenated fat and sugar intake plays a big role in prevention when supported with a well balanced and proportioned whole food diet. Practicing moderate exercise, forgiveness, and living a low stress lifestyle are not to be underestimated.

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Stephen Case is a natural health researcher and expert in culinary medicine. He is a classically trained French chef with advanced knowledge in the areas of herbology, nutrition, supplements and superfoods. Stephen has participated in the formulation of numerous natural health products sold internationally.

References:

Ravnskov, Uffe, Malcom Kendrick, and Sherif Sultan, e. Lack of an Association or an Inverse Association between Low-density-lipoprotein Cholesterol and Mortality in the Elderly: A Systematic Review. BMJ Open, 21 Apr. 2016. Web. 15 June 2016.

Okuyama H, e. (2016). Statins stimulate atherosclerosis and heart failure: pharmacological mechanisms. - PubMed - NCBI.

Langsjoen PH, e. (2016). Treatment of statin adverse effects with supplemental Coenzyme Q10 and statin drug discontinuation. - PubMed - NCBI.

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FILLING THE GAPS BEST CHILDREN’S SUPPLEMENTS BRAIN BOOSTERS

Smart Start Supplements

By Jolie Root, LPN, LNC

As parents, we often question if we should give our children nutritional supplements or not.

Although we do our best to help our kids meet the recommended daily allowances for all vitamins and minerals, their diets often fall short.

Supplements can help fill these nutritional gaps and keep your children on track toward reaching optimal health. Here are some of the best to

support a healthy brain and body.

Omega-3 DHA

The essential long chain omega-3 fatty acid docosahexaenoic acid (DHA), found in fish and fish oil supplements is crucial to brain and eye development in our early years and plays an important role in supporting optimal brain and vision function throughout adolescence and adulthood. Babies often get DHA from their mothers before birth, during breastfeeding following birth and through their diet after age two. But the average diet is often deficient in DHA sources, which is why supplementing with fish oil can be a great option.

Scientists from the University of Kansas found that infants fed DHA-enriched formula from birth to 12 months scored significantly better than the control group on several measures of intelligence conducted between the ages of three and six years old. Specifically, the children showed accelerated development on detailed tasks involving distinguishing patterns and learning rules and also performed better on two widely used standardized tests. Babies can also get

DHA by taking small doses of fish oil from birth or by breastfeeding from their mothers who are eating a diet high in fatty fish or are taking a fish oil supplement.

During childhood, higher blood levels of DHA have been linked to better reading ability and memory performance in children. Scientists at the University of Oxford found that healthy kids, ages seven to nine, who underperformed in school showed improved reading and behavior after supplementing with 600 mg of DHA for 16 weeks. DHA helped improve reading performance in the poorest readers, so they could catch up with the other students in their grade level.

Low omega-3 intake during our growing years can also be linked to anxiety and hyperactivity. In addition, studies indicate that eating junk food fats during adolescence can have long-lasting effects on learning and memory during adulthood.

Children can support their brain health by reducing their intake of saturated fats and junk food while increasing omega-3 intake. Healthy omega-3s actually undo some of the damage done to kids’ brains by junk food.

Phosphatidyl Serine

Another nutrient that supports children’s brain health is phosphatidyl serine.

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Phosphatidyl serine supports transmission of molecular messages from brain cell to brain cell, also known as thoughts and memories. In a study reported in the Journal of Human Nutrition and Dietetics, 200 mg of phosphatidyl serine improved children's attention deficit hyperactivity disorder (ADHD) symptoms and shortterm auditory memory. The children also experienced significant improvements in impulsive behaviors and short-term auditory memory.

Vitamin D

Vitamin D can also offer many health benefits for children. Some children struggle with middle ear infections that can be painful because of inflammation and fluid build-up. One-thousand units of vitamin D given to a child with a history of ear infections can reduce the risk of infections. Boosting vitamin D intake is a good idea even for children who don’t suffer from ear infections because many kids don’t get an adequate amount through their diet or from the sun.

Supplements, including the omega-3 DHA, phosphatidyl serine, and vitamin D, can make a big difference in the lives of our children by boosting brain health, reducing infections, and achieving overall wellness. Give your kids the gift of good health.t

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Lyme Disease Awareness

By Nahida Jamal, ND

BE PREPARED

Lyme disease is a very old infectious disease, dating back thousands of years. Unfortunately, until as of late, it has not received

much attention and many people are unaware of its detriments. It is an infection caused by the Borrelia burgdoferi bacteria, and is usually found in forest birds and animals. It is transmitted to humans by ticks, which usually feed on the infected animals first, then pass it on through bites. It is present in most of Canada, although in more rural areas such as campgrounds and forests, it can also affect those in urban environments.

Prevention is critical when it comes to this infection. The primary mode in this case is to minimize the risk of tick bites by dressing appropriately in wooded areas, assessing the body for any bites after being in a tickprevalent area, and seeking prompt medical treatment should a rash or flu-like symptoms develop.

Common symptoms associated with Lyme disease can be but are not limited to, a bulls-eye rash surrounding the bite, followed by flu-like symptoms such as fever, extreme fatigue, headaches, jaw pain, joint pain and muscle stiffness. If left untreated, Lyme disease coupled with many co-infections can progress to devastating neurological symptoms including memory loss, inability to concentrate, mild seizures, facial paralysis and extreme body pain,.

There are four common tests which are done to diagnose Lyme disease.

The ELISA test, the Western Blot test, the PCR test and the Antigen test.

These tests can yield false-negatives since Lyme bacteria are very sparse and may not be in the test sample. It is important to look at the patient’s entire medical history and symptom picture to make an informed and accurate diagnosis.

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unique needs of the body, at a cellular level. This type of support stems from natural means such as hydration, good fats, low glycemic index foods, nutritional support attained through diet as well as nutraceuticals such as digestive aids, multivitamins, minerals, antioxidants, anti-virals, and of course anti-microbials. Since this is a microbe-borne disease, it is imperative to treat it with powerful agents that can control the progression of the disease. A few such anti-microbes to consider are berberine, black walnut and stabilized allicin.

In a recent study called There is Hope for Chronic Lyme Disease, researchers concluded that 100% stabilized allicin has proven to be effective against many drug-resistant bacterias including staphylococcus, streptococcus, MRSA, candida, E.coli, salmonella and H.pylori.

It is with this concrete knowledge that stabilized allicin should be considered as part of the treatment plan during any stage of the infection, alongside other anti-bacterials, antivirals, and anti-mircrobials. It is imperative to carry out any treatment plan under the supervision of a licensed health care provider.t References:

1) Allimax International L.T.D.Peter Josling, PD (dir. Garlic Institute) Sussex, England, Norman Bennett NJ. Rye, England September 2006-December 2006 Nahida Jamal, BHSc, ND is part of the team of doctors at Trinity Health Clinic. Located in North York / Toronto.

HOW TO REMOVE A TICK Both Health Canada and the CDC Centers for Disease Control and Prevention suggest the best method of tick removal is with fine-tipped tweezers. If you are not comfortable with removing a tick, visit your health care provider.

Using clean tweezers, carefully grasp the tick as close to the skin as possible. Pull slowly upward, trying not to twist or crush the tick. If parts of the tick's mouth break off and remain in your skin, remove them too. Once the tick is removed, wash the area where you were bitten with soap and water and disinfect the area. Wash your hands with soap and water. Visit your health care provider if you cannot remove: parts of the tick's mouth in your skin, the tick itself because it has buried itself deep into your skin.

You can also submit ticks for testing in a sealable plastic bag or pill bottle. Refrigerate. Submitting a tick for identification and testing will not lead to a diagnosis or treatment but leads to an understanding of how black legged ticks have spread in Canada and exposure risk.

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Digest Your Best

By Cassie Irwin

Ahh, the sounds of summer!

The sizzling meat on the barbie, the scratching of plastic forks on paper plates, the burps and toots of bloated partygoers… Well, not everything about summer is music to the ears – or to the gut!

DIGESTION DO’S • Stop drinking 30 minutes before you eat and only take small sips as needed throughout the meal.

The extra liquid dilutes your stomach acid, making food harder to digest.

• Take smaller bites of your food.

• Chew well so you can swallow easily.

• Stop eating before you feel full.

We tend to overeat in party environments.

Pay attention to what your body is telling you.

Here are some tips to keep your digestive system in harmony as you enjoy barbecue season.

Sour Notes

When all goes well, you probably don’t even think about your digestion. But, when it’s out of whack, diarrhea, heartburn and flatulence likely put the damper on your party mood.

Meat is notoriously difficult to digest, which is why you may feel sluggish, sleepy, and a little constipated after a barbecue.

Less obvious signs of digestive weakness include pimples appearing in the mirror or breaking your nails more easily.

Left unaddressed, digestive troubles can lead to nutrient deficiencies and their associated health effects.

What's Supposed to Happen

Digestion involves breaking down food both physically through chewing and churning, and chemically, through the use

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of strong acids as well as digestive enzymes. Enzymes are primarily manufactured in the pancreas, and each different macronutrient (protein, fat and carbohydrate) has a dedicated team of enzymes to help with their digestion.

When chewing the first bite of your burger, for example, an enzyme in your saliva called amylase begins digesting carbohydrates like your burger bun. After you swallow, gastric acid works with protease enzymes to digest proteins, like those found in your barbecued meat. Partially digested food then leaves your acidic stomach to enter the alkaline environment of your intestines, where fats are broken down by lipase enzymes.

This is a crucial step, because we need fats not only for energy and to support our brains and cell membranes, but also to help with the absorption of fat-soluble vitamins A, D, E and K. Unfortunately, digestion becomes more difficult as we get older, due, in part, because stomach

acid loses its strength with passing years. At the same time, we produce fewer digestive enzymes as we age, which might explain why you can't eat the same way you have in years past.

Fortunately, there are a few strategies you can use to amp up the digestion and absorption of your food.

Party Prelude

Set the stage for a gut environment that’s conducive to proper digestion and absorption by creating a healthy intestinal balance. Nourish the good bacteria (probiotics) in your gut that help with nutrient absorption and the production of certain vitamins. Eat fermented foods like plain, unsweetened yoghurt, kimchi, or sauerkraut – which would be great on your burger at the party, too! If you’re not a fan of fermented foods, consider taking a probiotic supplement with more than one strain of bacteria to contribute to diversity in your gut.

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If you have a dietary intolerance or experience symptoms of poor digestion, try digestive enzyme supplements to boost your nutrient absorption and soothe your digestive tract. Although raw fruits and vegetables contain enzymes that help with their own digestion, these enzymes are destroyed through cooking.

Take supplementary enzymes before cooked meals, like those you'll enjoy at the barbecue.

Composing Your Plate

Hopefully, you always leave room for some salad on your party plate! Greens are really important in your meal because they help you absorb the omega-3 fats that are essential for the health of your brain, eyes, and skin. The high fibre content in greens also promotes digestion and regular elimination. Try dark, leafy greens like kale, spinach and lettuce along with your burger, to increase your intake of beta carotene and calcium.

And since hitting the recommended target of 10 vegetables per day can be a challenge, consider mixing a greens powder with highly nutrient-dense ingredients like spirulina, kelp, and alfalfa to hummus or a veggie dip. Taking care of your digestion now will help you enjoy the parties of the summer and fall’s family get togethers.t

References:

Armand, Fieker, A., & Philpott, J. (2011). Enzyme replacement therapy for pancreatic insufficiency: present and future.

CEG, 55. http://dx.doi.org/10.2147/ceg.s17634

Cassie Irwin is a lifelong nutrition junkie and healing foods writer. Visit her blog at thekitchndoctor.com, where food is medicine.

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Get Ready for Back to School It feels like the kids just ran out (away!) from the school building and you started to settle into summer holidays, but soon it is back to school, work and reality.

By Rachel Schwartzman, ND

ALL GOOD THINGS COME TO AN END

We have all been enjoying leisurely summer mornings, having the time to make healthy meals and go to the park. Here’s how to get your

family and yourself ready for the back to school fall rush in five steps.

1 ) Set a bedtime routine.

Rachel Schwartzman is a board certified naturopathic doctor, licensed acupuncturist and birth doula in Toronto. Visit: rachelschwartzman.com.

The summer is a great for that laissez faire attitude, but now that we need to get to school/work on time, those carefree summer days are going to have to come to an end. Children between the ages of 5-12, need 10-12 hours of sleep per night. Lack of sleep is connected to poor attention and memory, lower grades and mood disturbances.

Start by turning technology off at least an hour before bed. Keep lights dim and the mood calm.

Set a bedtime routine with a bath / shower, reading, snuggles, and lights out. A cup of chamomile tea at bedtime can help relax the nervous system and aid in a restful sleep.

2) Bring back a healthy diet.

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the over consumption of sugar. Being back in school also means being surrounded by large populations of germs and in order to maintain healthy immune systems we need to keep the sugar out.

3) Up the intake of fruits and vegetables.

We want our children (and ourselves) to “eat the rainbow” daily. With such bounty this summer of fresh and local produce it should come easily. Fresh produce is rich in vitamins, minerals, fiber and antioxidants. These food choices keep us energetic and healthy, which are two essential ingredients for successful learning.

If your little ones are reluctant to dive into the fruit or veggie platter; ask them to eat as many pieces as how old they are, cut pieces into fun and exciting shapes, or feed them in stages with the fruit or veggies coming first while they are most hungry.

4) Get kids active outside everyday!

The downfall of school is the need to sit at desks for large periods of time. The recommended guideline is for our children to have 1 hour of outdoor activity daily and sadly only 7% of children are reaching this. Try to make this a priority for your children.

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5) It might be time to bring the supplements back.

One of the best things you can give your kids (and yourself!) for focus and concentration is a good quality fish oil supplement.

Omega-3 essential fatty acids are important for brain development, mental focus and a balanced mood. Most people (kids included!) are deficient in omega-3’s; so, a high quality fish or vegan algae oil is key.

Foods rich in omega-’s are; flax or hemp seed oils, chia seeds and hemp hearts, walnuts, and fatty fish (salmon, mackerel, anchovies, sardines and herring). Consult with a naturopathic doctor about appropriate supplementation for your family.

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HIMALAYA TRIPHALA AND LIVERCARE

A Timeless Answer to the Modern Detox Dilemma India’s great sages of herbalism believed digestion affects everything.

By Omar Cruz, Botanical Researcher and Author

From a biological viewpoint this makes sense. If every organ, muscle and thought of the body depends on the nutrients we give it to work properly, then good digestion is nothing short of a monumental vital process by which food and drink are broken down into their smallest parts; so, the body can use them to build and nourish cells and to provide energy.

However, in the West, when we discuss detoxification we go straight to the principle organ by anatomical standards.

In this case, the liver, and from there to prescribing drugs that treat the condition or recommend supplements that replace what’s missing in their diet. This ranges from antioxidants to highly specialized vitamin or herbal combinations to aid the chemical process of detoxification. Unfortunately, this process completely bypasses what should be our first question – why are the nutrients missing? Certainly, diet is a consideration. But, at least in the West, food is prevalent and the tell-tale signs of malnutrition are rarely seen.

Ayurveda suggested thousands of years ago the organ to target first is the digestive tract.

India’s system of healthcare gave us a timeless trio for proper digestive support, and one which was most often the first step in herbal treatment: Triphala. Triphala has far reaching and scientifically validated effects on the digestive system. The studies are mounting and seem to show this ancient trio of herbs, and one of herbalism’s oldest formulas, affects the intestines, bowels and colon in the way enzymes, fiber, and probiotics work today.

Triphala, which translates to “Three Fruits” or “Three Sours,” contains equal parts of three offerings: amla fruit, belleric myrobalan and chebulic myrobalan. These three sour fruits provide digestive energy by supporting normal peristalsis, the body’s regular contraction and relaxation of muscles in the digestive tract. They provide natural, nonhabit forming support for flatulence, sluggishness and occasional constipation. For thousands of years, Triphala has reawakened digestive regularity in a non-purging, noncramping, gentle manner. Ayurveda believed that Triphala worked by removing undigested waste/food from the intestinal wall, a product called ‘ama’ which translates loosely into ‘toxins’. They believed that ‘ama’ would disrupt the absorption of nutrients from food which fed the vital force and the organ systems that support the detox process. This aligned with the maxim in Ayurveda which is that ‘herbs have no healing power; they can only remind the body how to heal itself’.

Research supporting Triphala’s positive effect on digestion can be seen in a three-week double-blind, placebo-controlled, human clinical in which 50 participants were given 1 caplet per day of Himalaya Pure Herbs Triphala before food. Participants taking Triphala had bowel movements increase 2.5 times over the first 7 days vs. no change in the placebo group. In addition they also had significantly less flatulence.

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So, if you’re concerned that the body is not detoxing efficiently, you should be equally concerned about the other 499 functions your liver may not be doing well either.

Himalaya’s prized formula is the #1 selling liver support formula in the world and is prescribed or sold every 1/8th of a second somewhere on the planet.

LiverCare has over 250 human clinical trials supporting its positive affect on liver functionality with many of them published in medical journals. The studies on LiverCare have shown a variety of effects on the liver’s health, such as reducing liver enzyme levels (a sign of improved liver function) as well as improving protein creation and retention! So, in line with the Ayurvedic paradigm of healing the system instead of the symptom, LiverCare has shown a vast array of possibilities in terms of improving liver performance.

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