Theedtalks | Helping Busy People Feel Energized Again

The health of our children is something that we as parents often worry about. That incredible love that you feel for your child and wanting to keep them safe and sound usually comes before your own wellbeing which is not a great recipe for feeling energized. So I think that becoming informed about possible solutions for improving your child's health can definitely help us feel more empowered and in this episode of TheEdTalks, Board Certified Naturopathic Doctor Stephan Cabral shares with us simple tips and strategies for improving not only the health of our children, but also us the parents. He has helped many many children and adults overcome lots of illnesses and thankfully gave up his time to share with us his knowledge to help change our lives and that of our families for the better. Tweet: Simple tips for improving your child's health. @stephencabral explains in this podcast. In this episode you’ll discover: A common drug that may set you up for future infections and potential autoimmune disorders The

In the last Energy Boost episode 18  I dived into the Brazil nut which I discovered is in fact a seed and how it may protect us against cancer, improve sexual performance and boost our metabolism; so a biggy when it comes to our energy levels. But you can definitely do harm to yourself if you eat more than a few each day because of selenium toxicity and it’s definitely not a good idea to be giving kids too many Brazil nuts. You can check out that episode here for more info. In this episode of TheEdTalks I bring us back to the importance of water and our energy, which is a topic that I’ve talked about before in WEB Episode 3 and WEB Episode 4, but in this episode focusing on new science. Quality water has been such a key part in improving my energy levels that it is always worthy of discussing and a big reason why I bring it up again is because there have been lots of articles recently about drinking too much water, which is definitely not a good thing, but the focus for the most part of these articles are on

Most people I think love thongs and I’m talking about the onesyou put on your feet, although I’m sure the other type of thong isalso loved by many – ha ha, he he - made my simple mind have achuckle! Flip flops, thongs, jandals or what ever you like to callthem are such a winner as they’re easy to slip on and off, they letyourfeet breath and they’re comfy – what’snot to like? Yes they can look a little daggy when you wearthem with a pair of white socks (like I unashamedly do), but whenyou learn of various problems attributed to thong style flip flopuse such as muscle soreness, back and hip pain and possibly clawingof toes it becomes evident how a humble pair of thongs can leave usfeeling fatigued and adding another burden to our energylevels. Podiatrist (or as referred to in the UK, Chiropodist) Dr. BrieShepherdson educates us with simple yet powerful advice on makingthe right decision in regards to our feet and footwear andimportantly that of our children. Tweet: Learn how to stop yourthongs from zapping you

In the past few Energy Boost (EB) episodes of TheEdTalks I’ve been focusing on superfoods. Particular foods that are overflowing with goodness or exhibit a few particular traits that can be extremely beneficial for us. In the last Energy Boost episode 17  I discussed the superfood Acai. It is definitely a powerhouse when it comes to antioxidants, nutrition and consequently energy, but deceptive marketing and the inclusion of other not so healthy ingredients in acai products, can negate its benefits and definitely does not justify its high price tag. You can check out that episode here. In this episode I discuss a nut which I discovered is in fact a seed. And that is the Brazil nut or should I now be saying The Brazil seed? I’ll go with nut as that seems to be what’s stuck. The Brazil nut is not your average nut for many reasons but some biggies are that it may protect us against cancer, boost our metabolism and get you rocking when it comes to the loving department. But you can definitely do harm to yourself

Many people think that meditating and increasing your energy are not related, especially if you picture someone meditating it doesn’t seem like they’re doing much, which funnily enough is actually the aim of many forms of meditation. But it's been shown that it can be a highly effective way to increase energy and de stress. The laboratory of neuro imaging at the University of southern California claims that the average person may have up to 70,000 thoughts per day – which makes me feel tired just thinking about it. Now if these thoughts involve lots of stressful stuff it could result in your hormone levels becoming unbalanced, which in turn may affect your immune system and bam you feel exhausted. There’s also research that suggests that meditation helps regulate sleep and may boost DHEA a hormone linked to energy that decreases as we age. It sounds all good, but there are reported side effects which before I did the research I knew nothing about such as nausea, release of hidden memories and depression. So t

Many people think that meditating and increasing your energy are not related, especially if you picture someone meditating it doesn’t seem like they’re doing much, which funnily enough is actually the aim of many forms of meditation. But it's been shown that it can be a highly effective way to increase energy and de stress. The laboratory of neuro imaging at the University of southern California claims that the average person may have up to 70,000 thoughts per day – which makes me feel tired just thinking about it. Now if these thoughts involve lots of stressful stuff it could result in your hormone levels becoming unbalanced, which in turn may affect your immune system and bam you feel exhausted. There’s also research that suggests that meditation helps regulate sleep and may boost DHEA a hormone linked to energy that decreases as we age. It sounds all good, but there are reported side effects which before I did the research I knew nothing about such as nausea, release of hidden memories and depression. So t

In this episode of TheEdTalks we continue along a little series on superfoods. In the last Energy Boost episode 16 I discussed the superfood coconut oil. There are loads of scientifically proven energizing health benefits that can result from including coconut oil in your life, but for some people depending on what other foods you include in your diet, the type of coconut oil you use and how your body functions, coconut oil can in fact be harmful to you. You can check out that episode here. In this episode I discuss a superfood that I discovered when travelling in Brazil, the acai berry. It is definitely a powerhouse when it comes to antioxidants, nutrition and consequently energy, but deceptive marketing and the inclusion of other not so healthy ingredients in acai products, can negate its benefits and definitely does not justify its high price tag. In this episode you’ll discover: Why acai is considered so important to traditional Amazonian people Why the berries need to be frozen / freeze dried Why it can

In this episode of TheEdTalks Dr. Jack Wolfson shares how through his own journey as a practicing cardiologist, the tragic death of his father and words of wisdom from his wife, led him to give up fast food and soda pop and discover a palaeolithic lifestyle approach to life and disease. It is this simple approach that is having lifechanging results for his patients. There is lots to learn in this episode that may help us avoid not only the world's biggest killer heart disease, but so many other ailments and all you need to do is listen, apply some of Dr. Wofson’s advice in conjunction with that of your health practitioner and see how your life changes for the better. Tweet: @thedrswolfson explain why a simple Palaeolithic approach saves lives. In this episode you’ll discover: The 2 main things that lead to disease What is a palaeolithic lifestyle Why you should limit dairy and only consume one piece of fruit per day Why it is so important to consume only organic coffee 3 important things Dr. Wolfson's fami

In today’s episode I’m going to discuss coconut oil, a food that has lots of amazing benefits worthy of the term superfood but there are also some dangers to be aware of before you start having an all out coconut oil frenzy. In this episode you’ll discover: 10 key reasons why coconut oil can be beneficial for you How it can increase your energy and possibly help with weight loss and thyroid issues How it can help us against serious infections and greatly assist children with epilepsy Why it is a great anti ageing/beauty product How it may play a role in brain and gut health Why you should consider using it as a cooking oil Dangers to be aware of before consuming coconut oil on a regular basis. Items mentioned in this episode include: EB15: Cordyceps Superfood Or Alien? Saturated fats and increase of cholesterol enriched LDL Lauric acid effect on increasing HDL cholesterol Coconut oil and weight loss MCTs and obesity Satiety effect of coconut oil Coconut oil and visceral fat reduction Coconut oil and belly

Life has its ups and downs and a way many of us try to alleviate the downs is through the incidental use of sugar. For some of us it might be a chocolate bar or for me it used to be ice cream – mmm, sweet delicious ice cream. But then I got smart and turned to healthier options like fruit juice, but uh oh, that has nearly thesame amount of sugar as a can of coca cola, over 6 teaspoons! Ok, what about a Yoghurt Sesame snap (I used to love those snacks)? No way - that has more sugar than a two serve of tim tams, over 4 teaspoons!! Now here’s one for you parents out there that I saw at my son’s daycare; Yoplait Petit squeezie for 6mths+ containing healthy calcium for bone growth. Shockingly it has over 2 teaspoons of added sugar. This is when I knew something needs to be done to educate us and that is exactly why I interviewed world renowned actor, director and self experimenter of the award winning documentary “That Sugar Film”, Damon Gameau. In this episode of TheEdTalks Damon sheds some light on the sticky wo

In this episode of TheEdTalks we continue along a little series on superfoods; the foods that stand out because of their nutrient density, healing properties and energising effects. In the last Energy Boost episode 14 we have covered the truly incredible food Spirulina which you can read more about here. Today we are going to cover a so called superfood that I’ve heard a lot about in regards to energy, but something I'm yet to try - Cordyceps sinensis which are medicinal mushrooms. These funky looking club shaped fungi, that look like something out of a sci fi movie, are found in the wild sprouting from the body of caterpillars which ultimately results in the caterpillar's death. Traditionally they're found in the high mountainous regions of Tibet, Nepal and Bhutan however various cultivations are now occurring in other parts of the world. In the podcast I go into more detail of the reported benefits of Cordyceps sinensis and why the penalty of death became of anyone other than the Chinese royal family if fou

Mindfulness is about learning to be ‘present in the moment’. For me that happens when I catch a wave surfing – my mind doesn’t have all the regular background noise such as, "I have to do this and I have to do that" or "Why is she angry with me" etc, etc. Looking up at the clouds or watching my son play can also take methere. The flip side is driving somewhere and arriving at your destination and not being able to recall anything about the drive – some people refer to this as mindlessness!! And it happens to me often. My mind will be so busy that I didn’t notice any of the journey; the buildings or trees I passed or worryingly the pedestrians and cars! For most of us, how to be a mindful parent whilst trying to do all the other tasks we need to accomplish in our day can seem like another overwhelm in our life. But as ‘Buddhism for Mothers’ author Sarah Napthali explains in this episode of TheEdtalks, it doesn’t have to be an overwhelm at all. I really love that Sarah’s approach is refreshingly honest and free

In this episode of TheEdTalks, which is a little longer than usual, I begin a little series on superfoods. The importance of superfoods becomes apparent when you realise that most of us are dealing with so many stressors in our modern day lives such as environmental toxins, relationship stress, work stress, mental stress; all using up vital nutrients in our body. Being able to top up every now and then with foods that stand out because of their nutrient density, healing properties and energizing effects seems like a good thing to me. A food that truly deserves the title of superfood is the cyanobacterium, often referred to as a blue green micro algae, called spirulina. This may well be the most nutrient dense food on the planet, coupled with an amazing array of scientifically observed health benefits that assist you to ward off disease, feel healthier and live a longer and more energized life. But, be warned that you need to be very cautious and do your research before choosing your supplier to reduce possibl

Damon is a health, fitness & lifestyle coach with over 20 years experience transforming people’s lives through fitness and nutrition. For each of us our specific goals may be different, perhaps it’s loosing some weight for some of you, or feeling fit again for others. But hitting your health and fitness goals does not come easy tomost – me definitely included. What I loved about this interview is how Damon rejects the “cookie cutter” approach and digs deep for the very unique reasons people want to improve their health and fitness. To him, health and fitness is a journey, not a fad, and he shares how to create a sustainable process for transforming your life. Tweet: Stop straddling the fence. Hit your health & fitness goals. @damonmoschetto helps us out in Ep28. In this episode you’ll discover: How to find out what kind of workout program works for you Why someone who is in bad shape may see results quicker than they think How to realistically fit fitness into your busy life How to stay motivated t

In the last Energy Boost episode number 12 I discussed the importance of getting more fermented probiotic foods into your diet to improve your overall health and energy, because of their added benefits beyond supplemental probiotics. The exception being, if you are trying to heal a specific illness like thrush or Crohn’s disease, utilizing a targeted probiotic strain with demonstrated efficacy in that condition may be the most effective approach. It's fantastic to be consuming fermented foods, but in order for the probiotics to flourish in your gut they require the assistance of prebiotics, which is a term many people are still unsure of. This group of indigestible carbohydrates play a pivotal role in ensuring that we feel energized and healthy on a daily basis. In this episode you’ll discover: What are prebiotics and why are they so important for probiotics (the good bacteria) The health benefits of consuming prebiotics What are the 3 main types of prebiotics Why resistance starch is so important How prebio

As discussed in episodes 19 & 20 of TheEdTalks with Dr. Greg Emmerson, Lyme disease is a widespread illness that many people have still never heard of and that many more are suffering with. This is a disease that if treated early can be eliminated but if left unchecked, can knock people down in many varied ways; chronic fatigue being just one of them. The importance of understanding Lyme disease was made very real for me when I discovered a tick on my son's arm only days before recording this episode - very uncanny, especially since I had never seen a tick in our town previously. In these episodes Dr. Kevin Conners, who himself has contracted Lyme disease twice before, helps us understand how to approach treating each stage of the disease. There's lots of valuable information that you'll gain from listening to these episodes. Tweet: Low energy, autoimmune issues and Lyme disease. @drkevinconners explains all in Ep26. In this episode you’ll discover: What is Lyme disease Why the bacteria that causes Lym

This episode is brought to you by audible.com  Get Your FREE Audio Book As discussed in episodes 19 & 20 of TheEdTalks with Dr. Greg Emmerson, Lyme disease is a widespread illness that many people have still never heard of and that many more are suffering with. This is a disease that if treated early can be eliminated but if left unchecked, can knock people down in many varied ways; chronic fatigue being just one of them. The importance of understanding Lyme disease was made very real for me when I discovered a tick on my son's arm only days before recording this episode - very uncanny, especially since I had never seen a tick in our town previously. In these episodes Dr. Kevin Conners, who himself has contracted Lyme disease twice before, helps us understand how to approach treating each stage of the disease. There's lots of valuable information that you'll gain from listening to these episodes. Tweet: Low energy, autoimmune issues and Lyme disease. @drkevinconners explains all in Ep26. In this episode

I’m a believer of doing things naturally, hence why I like consuming fermented or cultured foods as an important step to help cultivate a healthy gut and overall health. Low levels of beneficial bacteria and high levels of pathogenic (or bad) bacteria in the gut have been linked to everything from depression to diabetes and weight gain. This means that maintaining healthy gut flora is crucial to promoting optimal health, even if you don’t have any digestive symptoms. And I know that even though many of you listening consume fermented foods already, especially yoghurt I imagine, there are still lots of people who aren’t really aware of all the other types of fermented foods out there and their important health benefits beyond what plain natural yoghurt with live or active cultures can deliver. In this episode you’ll discover: What are fermented or cultured foods Why fermented foods are so beneficial for our health and energy levels Why you should eat a variety of fermented foods rather than just plain yoghurt

For many people hormones start to decline in their 30’s and this can cause a whole range of symptoms such as fatigue, low confidence, depression, low libido, increased body fat and lots more. Now a suspect that can play a role is testosterone. What many women may be unaware of is that low testosterone may be the cause of these problems not only in men but also in women. Stress plays a big role in reducing testosterone production especially as you age, but thankfully as our expert Dr. Tami Meraglia in this episode of TheEdTalks explains, there are many simple, safe and natural ways to bring your testosterone levels back to normal, to give you the vitality and energy you once had and even possibly help with losing that stubborn belly fat. Tweet: Why women should care about testosterone. @askdrtami explains how in Ep25. In this episode you’ll discover: What are hormones and how do they affect us The reason why traditional medicine may not be paying attention to testosterone levels in women The importance of t

Food Poisoning is so draining of energy that anything we can do to prevent it from occurring is going to make our life happier. We are particularly at risk when attending parties that contain foods such as dips which have been shown to have lots of nasty bugs in them. So rather than being totally paranoid and not consuming any foods when we go out, in this WEB episode I explain 2 simple things that will give your body more of a fighting chance to resist food poisoning and allow you to eat with pleasure. In this episode you’ll discover: 2 simple ways of reducing your chances of food poisoning Whether or not "double dipping" has been scientifically proven to be un-hygenic What dips to choose to reduce your chances of food poisoning How fermented (or cultured) foods can help improve your immunity Why acid blockers may decrease your immunity Items mentioned in this episode include: Double Dip Study       Hilarious Seinfeld Double Dip scene Almost 70% of our immune system resides in our gut Kefir milk i