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5 Foods to Avoid in Preventing Migraines
Five Foods to Avoid in Preventing Migraines. As I am sure you are aware, the causes of migraines are varied. You should also be aware that some headaches (which may even trigger a migraine) can be a symptom of an underlying problem, such as vision problems, sinusitis or high blood pressure, and as such, you should consider seeking the help of a healthcare provider if you are concerned. Of course, migraines can be caused by our daily habits such as our diet. If you suffer from migraines or frequent headaches, watching your diet is essential because many foods greatly increase the chances of getting a headache or migraine. Pay attention to what you are eating and which foods trigger a migraine and moderate your intake of those foods.
How to Identify and Overcome Emotional Eating
Do you know how to identify and overcome emotional eating? Do you ever find yourself eating for no reason? Do you have a tendency to eat even when you are not hungry? We don’t always eat just to satisfy hunger; we also turn to food for comfort, stress relief or even to reward ourselves. While some people may take these negative things and channel them into some type of physical outlet like a hard work out or jogging, and others make find relief through meditation and family/friend support and encouragement, for many of us, it means turning to that bowl of ice cream or dessert after dinner – something that we feel will give us comfort to combat those stressors and/or situations.
Are You Under Stress? Successful Natural Relief for Migraines
Are You Under Stress? Successful Natural Relief for Migraines
How to Avoid the Effects on Your Body
Many of you probably have already seen or experienced the effects that anxiety and stress can have on your body. This is especially so when we think about migraine triggers. Stress is one of the number one triggers of migraines, and yet stress is all around us. At home; in the work place; on the roads; even in the grocery store. Many factors in our lives, environmentally, socially and relationship-wise can cause us to experience stress overload. Anxiety in and of itself induces stress. Stress can not only trigger migraines, but if it is not dealt with, it will lead to other issues, sickness and symptoms in your life.
I remember years ago when my husband was still in the Air Force, he had to go on a “remote” tour of duty for a year. It was a very hard year for both of us, as well as our two small children. While my husband was so stressed away from home and family, he developed high blood pressure, but stress for me was more subtle. As the year went on, I began to feel sick and weak, and I experienced so many symptoms in my body that three-quarters of the way through the year, I had convinced myself that I was dying – and probably of cancer. I was so fearful and yet at that time, didn’t associate my symptoms with stress. Once he came home and I was able to voice my concerns, and we got back into a normal routine, my symptoms went away. Of course, now I understand how the mind-body association work and how stress can cause all kinds of symptoms in our body.
6 Amazing Keys to Proven, Successful Weight Loss
6 Amazing Keys to Proven, Successful Weight Loss
In my work as a Certified Health Coach, I have discovered many things that lead to successful, healthy weight loss. It is always exciting to see clients who successfully meet their weight loss goals. However, at some point throughout their journey to success, many stall for a little while in their health and weight-loss goals. So from what I have learned, I wanted to share with you 6 amazing, proven keys to successful and sustainable weight loss and how you can kick-start great habits — and see results — immediately.
Top 10 Tips For Weight Loss
Are you trying to lose weight and you are finding it hard-going? Sometimes it seems as if we are trying, but we are not losing the weight we want. Here are a few tips that can really help with weight loss. I have used these tips consistently in my own life and have found them to really effective with both weight loss and maintaining my weight. I use some of these same tips when I am working with clients, and have found they have also had success in their weight loss goals. So here we go, the Top Ten Tips for Weight Loss:
8 Tips for Avoiding Weather-Related Migraines
We have talked a little before about how weather can trigger migraines and the effect weather can have on us as migraine sufferers. I know that since moving to Florida many years ago, it became apparent to me that certain weather patters trigger a migraine for me. Having lived in England until the time I moved to the States with my husband, and subsequently moved to Florida, the weather did not affect my migraines. However, once I moved here, the weather patters took a toll on my migraines. Still, it was many years before I learned this was a trigger for me. Once armed with that crucial information, it became easier to prepared for that type of trigger. Most definitely, the barometric pressure and weather changes, plus humidity and storms affect me here in Florida. I am sure many of you can relate to that – and in fact, some of us can even predict the weather/storms, etc. before other people can.
Eat These Foods and Burn Fat
Eat These Foods And Burn Fat!
Yes, it’s true! Certain foods have a very high thermogenic effect, so you literally “scorch” calories as you chew. Other foods contain nutrients and compounds that spark your metabolism. If you want to “stack the odds in your favor” in weight loss and healthy living.
In the past, I used to eat a lot of junk food, sweets, candy, and processed foods. I was on and off diets for years. Finally I saw the light! I realized that for me, eating “clean foods” and not having processed and junk foods, not only helped me lose weight and maintain my weight, but it also made me feel so much better. I now have more energy, I don’t get sick very often, and I enjoy the foods I eat.
Here are some foods to add to your diet to help you burn fat:
Inconspicuous Migraine Symptoms
Inconspicuous Migraine Symptoms: When people think “migraine,” they only tend think about the pain associated with migraine. In reality, a migraine consists of far more than the pain. A typical migraine attack actually consists of four parts, which are referred to as phases or components. It’s important to note that not every migraineur experiences all four phases. Also, a migraine attacks can vary with different phases being experienced during individual attacks.
Total Body Recharge Challenge
Total Body Recharge Challenge: Well, the New Year has come and gone…..and along the way, many people’s New Year resolutions have also GONE with it! How are you doing with your goals? If you are struggling, we have the perfect answer for you. This 16-day mini course will give you just the start you need for your goals for 2016. If you feel bloated, overweight and out of shape, this program is for you. Make 2016 your year to get your health and lifestyle in the place they should be. Have a healthy and successful 2016!
Can Drinking Alcohol Cause Migraines?
Can Drinking Alcohol Cause Migraines?
All of us who suffer with migraines know how very painful they can be, not to mention that they often put you out of action for quite some time. As we’ve discussed before, because of that, it is important for you to know what causes your migraines.
The most common trigger in women is hormonal changes related to the menstrual cycle. These changes generally decrease after menopause. Of course, hormonal changes are not the only triggers to migraines. Other possible causes of migraine include feeling tired or tense, stress, changes in the weather or atmospheric conditions, and certain foods and drinks. Thinking about some of these possible triggers and causes, it makes sense to think that the use of alcohol may play a role in the development of migraines.
Sugar Alcohol: Good or Bad
Sugar Alcohol: Good or Bad?
What is your take on sugar alcohols? Are they good or are they bad? Have you noticed whether or not your foods contain sugar alcohols? If so, have you checked to see how many grams that food contains?
If you’ve looked lately at the “Nutrition Facts” panel on a pack of sugar-free gum, candy, even protein bars and other foods, you might be surprised to see that it contains “sugar alcohol.” There’s a reason these ingredients have this consumer-friendly name — that’s because part of their structure resembles sugar and part is similar to alcohol.
Don’t be confused by the name. While they share a similar name, sugar alcohol and alcoholic beverages do not have the same chemical structure. Alcoholic beverages contain ethanol, while sugar alcohol does not.
5 Tips to Eliminate Sugar From Your Diet
5 Tips to Eliminate Sugar From Your Diet: Healthy eating isn’t always so easy…especially when you have just gone through the holiday season, and you have eaten a lot of foods that normally are not on your diet. I know I have found that to be so for myself this year. Once you start eating sugar, that addiction kicks in and it is hard to get back on the right track. If you are also struggling like that, know that you are not alone. Thousands of people are in the same position. It isn’t easy to get back on track, but you absolutely CAN do it.