Preventable diseases cost businesses thousands of dollars a year. Recent research shows that over 50% of absenteeism at the workplace can be attributed to stress and stress-related illnesses. A 2003 study showed people with poor eating habits generated 41% more healthcare claim costs than those with good eating habits. I have designed a 10-series program specifically for companies. Employees will learn skills to take control of their wellness by deepening their knowledge of the effect of nutrition and lifestyle changes on their health.
Participants are given a custom-made workbook with informational handouts, recipes, and sections for notes on each topic. Tele-classes are available for participants unable to attend due to meetings and/or travel.
TOPICS
Sugar: The average American consumes approximately 160 lbs of sugar each year! Learn what sugar really does to your body. This talk covers the background of sugar, the refining process, hypoglycemia, diabetes, effects of sugar on the immune system, cravings, white sugar alternatives, and more.
Eating for Energy: Many people wish for more energy to make it through the day. This talk covers foods that boost energy, ways to eat to maximize energy, superfoods, cravings, beating the 3pm slump, and more.
Great Grains & Glorious Greens: Learn about great new grains to try: amaranth, millet, wheat berries, quinoa, etc., and the amazing power of greens. We’ll discuss simple ways of preparation, easy and delicious ways to incorporate them into your daily diet, recipes, and more
Stress Management: We’ll discuss the cortisol/cholesterol connection and how stress is involved, ways to reduce stress in your life – from breathing exercises, simple yoga postures, natural supplements, and more.
Protein: Not all protein is created equal. Learn how much protein you really need, the difference between organic vs. “conventionally” raised meat, vegetarian protein sources.
Food & Mood: The food you eat creates your body’s cells, blood, everything! Just as healthy foods create a healthy body, healthy foods create healthy moods. This talk covers the energetics of food, how food affects your moods, how to eat to feel better, and a sample menu for a week to get you on your way to feeling great!
Deconstructing Cravings: Do you feel weak when you give in to unhealthy cravings? It’s not your fault. Learn how the body maintains homeostasis through cravings, and how to banish your cravings. We’ll discuss mindful eating and how staying present while eating can fight future cravings.
Detoxification and Cleansing: The Standard American Diet (SAD) is toxic to the body. This workshop covers various ways to detoxify the body and covers health issues cleansing may alleviate, the bodily systems involved in detoxification, free radicals, herbal supplements and superfoods, candida, types of cleanses, detoxification techniques, and more.
The Environmental Impact of Eating: This talk teaches the importance of buying locally grown produce and animal products and what these choices mean for the Earth, local communities, and our health. We will discuss factory farming vs. farm-raised animal products, what “cage-free” really means, and GMO (genetically modified) foods.
Healthy Meals Fast: Home cooking shouldn’t be a chore. Learn tips for making effortless, healthy meals.
