Balance in Health

06/22/2022

04/10/2013

I was asked if Garcinia cambogia was good or bad, I'm assuming for weight loss (as seen on Dr. Oz...ugh) and instead of my pat answer which would have been nothing will overcome the basic science of calories in and calories out (quality over quantity), I thought I'd do some research and found this great review of the latest studies available:

http://bucatiniforever.files.wordpress.com/2013/03/concetti-base-nutrizione-e-sport.pdf

"HCA (Garcinia cambogia) is a nutrient that has been hypothesized to increase fat oxidation by inhibiting citrate lyase and lipogenesis. Theoretically, this may lead to greater fat burning and weight loss over time. Although there is some evidence that HCA may increase
fat metabolism in animal studies, there is little to no evidence showing that HCA supplementation affects body composition in humans. For example, Ishihara et al. reported that HCA supplementation spared carbohydrate utilization and promoted
lipid oxidation during exercise in mice. However, Kriketos and associates reported that HCA supplementation (3 g/d for 3 days) did not affect resting or post-exercise energy expenditure or markers of lipolysis in healthy men. Likewise, Heymsfield
and coworkers reported that HCA supplementation (1.5 g/d for 12 weeks) while maintaining a low-fat, high-fiber diet did not promote greater weight or fat loss than subjects on placebo. Finally, Mattes and colleagues reported that HCA supplementation
(2.4 g/d for 12 weeks) did not affect appetite, energy intake, or weight loss. These findings suggest that HCA supplementation does not appear to promote fat loss in humans."

03/30/2013

While we're on the topic of plastics... Here's a great chart showing what products are made from which plastic resins. Absolutely avoid #'s 1, 3 & 6. Better yet, avoid them all and go with glass or stainless steel. If you do use a #7 BPA-free water bottle, make sure you only fill it with cold liquid and never leave it filled for long.

03/30/2013

Get rid of your plastic storage containers that leach PCB's and phalates into your food. Pyrex glass storage containers are 50% OFF at Fred Meyers through 3/30/13. What a deal!

03/29/2013

A little Friday afternoon humor from a friend.

03/29/2013

If you’re looking for a magic bullet to quickly ‘cure’ your health problems, I recommend that you go deeper than this. Each of us is responsible for our own level of well-being. If you’re willing to work with your diet, exercise patterns, and lifestyle choices, miracles can absolutely happen... but it DOES require commitment. Need some help? Call for a free consultation and take the first step on the journey to Balance in Health!

03/29/2013

YES!

http://www.nydailynews.com/life-style/health/protein-packed-breakfast-key-weight-loss-study-article-1.1301166?localLinksEnabled=false

03/21/2013

If you can't fly then run, if you can't run then walk, if you can't walk then crawl, but whatever you do...keep moving! ~Martin Luther King Jr.

03/17/2013

In celebration of St. Patrick's Day, I'm re-posting one of my favorite smoothie recipes:

JOLLY GREEN GIANT (Green Monster Smoothie)

Handful kale
1 small apple
1/2 English cucumber
juice of 1/2 lemon
1/2" ginger
1/2 cup coconut milk
1 serving Whey Protein
ice

Powerhouse breakfast in the Vitamix!
256kcal, 39g cho, 21g pro, 5g fat, 6g fiber

03/15/2013

Looking for a way to eat more veggies? If you're already my patient, you've probably heard this. If not, give it a try!

"Bulk Blanching" vegetables gives you ready to use veggies that you can eat cold on salads or throw into a stir-fry for a quick meal when time is short.

Put a large pot of water on to boil as you cut up a bunch of carrots, broccoli, cauliflower, green beans or whatever you like. Add them to the boiling water for 3 minutes as you prepare another pot of ice water. Strain the veggies and immediately immerse in the cold water for 5 minutes as you clean up. Drain, refrigerate, and eat within 5 to 7 days.

03/15/2013

Wondering how much water you should drink? Ideally, you would drink half your body weight in ounces of water per day and more when you're exercising. Get hydrated!

03/10/2013

I just made this and fell IN LOVE, so I thought I would share! I think this would pair nice with a meaty with fish like halibut.

Carrots with Fennel and Toasted Hazelnuts
1 lb rainbow carrots, peeled, trimmed, and cup into 3/4 in coins
1 small fennel bulb, trimmed, cored, and cut into 3/4 in slices
2T olive oil
1t salt
1T sherry
1t honey
1/2 teaspoon smoked paprika (my new favorite spice!)
15 roasted hazelnuts chopped

In a large saute pan, heat the olive oil over medium heat, Add the carrots and season with salt. Cook for 10 minutes then add the fennel. Stir well to combine. Continue to cook, stirring occasionally at first and more frequently as the pan begins to brown. When the carrots are tender, add the sherry and honey to the pan and stir well until it has almost evaporated. Sprinkle the paprika over the vegetables and stir for just a few seconds to incorporate the spice and release its flavor. Remove the pan from the heat and let it cool for a minute. Transfer to a serving dish and garnish with toasted hazelnuts (or just add the hazelnuts toss before serving). You can skip the honey for a more savory dish.

ENJOY!

03/08/2013

This morning I posted tips on how to remember to drink more water but I've decided that I did not emphasize (for smartphone users) how effective a water application on your phone is! I've successfully hit 96oz/day using Water Your Body (Droid) and I know I wouldn't have without it. I'm looking for an IPhone app to recommend. Please let me know if you find a good one. Thanks!

Like my posts? Please share them with your friends! There's more good stuff to come!

03/07/2013

Struggling with insomnia? Check out this free webinar for behavioral techniques that can help.

The 3 Most Powerful Insomnia Solutions That Will Reshape Your Sleep

03/07/2013

Drinking enough water is one of the most important and easiest things we can do to nourish our body and improve our overall well being. Do you drink enough water on a regular basis? Ideally, you would drink at least half your body weight in ounces of water and more when you exercise.

Are you having trouble remembering to drink enough water? Here are some of my favorite tips!

1. Drink 16oz of water at waking every day. Refill the cup in in the kitchen so you'll be more likely to drink some every time you see it.
2. Get a water bottle to carry around that you don't have to open. Flip straws make it easier to drink more water.
3. If you sit at a desk at home or office each day, get a 32oz wide mouth glass jar and drink one before lunch and one after lunch.
4. Download an application like Water Your Body to give you reminders to drink water throughout the day!

03/06/2013

How's your New Year's Resolution going? Need to shed a few pounds? LOSE WEIGHT NOW! Call (541) 653-8881 for your free health consultation and let Dr. Ananda help you like she's helped hundreds of others find their way to better balance in their health.

03/06/2013

With my patients, I have found that above all else, stress is the biggest obstacle to cure. Lack of a personal organizational system and consistently feeling overwhelmed are huge contributors to daily stress. Would you agree in your life?

I recently found a book that has cleared my head like never before! I highly recommend reading it. If you do, please let me know what you think!

https://www.facebook.com/pages/Getting-Things-Done/108162082537598?fref=ts

Getting Things Done is a time management method, described in a book of the same title by productivity consultant David Allen. It is often referred to as GTD.

03/06/2013

If all you can do is crawl, start crawling. ~Rumi

02/19/2013

02/15/2013

This video is an incredible tribute to self-discovery. Be your OWN Valentine EVERYDAY! If you are single (like me), embrace it! Cherish the opportunity to get to know yourself in a way that most people never take the time to do.

Lonely is a freedom that breaths easy and weightless and lonely is healing if you make it.

02/10/2013

JOLLY GREEN GIANT

Handful kale
1 small apple
1/2 English cucumber
juice of 1/2 lemon
1/2" ginger
1/2 cup coconut milk
1 serving Whey Protein
ice

Powerhouse breakfast in the Vitamix! Peels and seeds and all :)
256kcal, 39g cho, 21g pro, 5g fat, 6g fiber

02/10/2013

Take back control of what you eat!! "You shouldn't be buying garlic shipping in the hulls of ships from thousands of miles away packed between s*x toys and flip flops."

Spend an hour and revolutionize the way you think about and buy the food you eat. Buy local from CSA's and Farmer's Markets and support sustainable farming practices in this country. A must see documentary featuring many local Oregon farms. Bon Appetite!

Ongoing... "Who's Your Farmer? Tour" An examinantion of the collaboration between farmers & chefs-- resulting in great tasting food and an explosion of consumer awareness about the benefits of eating local. Join the ongoing discussion!

01/17/2013

“Alice’s Wonder Spray” All-Purpose Cleaner (homemade 409)

Mix 4 tbsp. vinegar with 2 tsp. borax in the bottom of a 32 oz. spray bottle. Fill the rest of the bottle with very hot filtered water. Shake to dissolve borax. Add ¼ cup liquid detergent or ½ cup liquid soap last, then scent with 30 to 40 drops of your favorite essential oil.

From Clean House, Clean Planet: Clean Your House Safely for Pennies a Day by Karen Logan

For detergent, use Dr. Bronner's Sal Suds, or if you want cleaning power and scent all in one, try one of their scented liquid soaps. One spray bottle lasts me close to a year! And most of my original supplies came with me from California. Now that's a good deal! I also make dish soap with Dr. Bronner's Almond soap and water (2T per cup). It smells great, is inexpensive, and environmentally friendly. ENJOY!

01/10/2013

Check out this meal planning service I discovered!
https://www.facebook.com/emealz?fref=ts

They offer 52 weeks of dinners complete with recipes and shopping lists for 10 different diets!

Normally $58/yr, but they have a Groupon for 7 more days for $29!
http://gr.pn/TLGR1g

I checked out the Paleo and Gluten Free diets and was pretty impressed. What a great way to add yummy variety to your diet!

eMeals makes meal planning easy, with fresh recipes, a streamlined grocery list, and smart cooking tips delivered to your inbox or phone each week.

01/10/2013

Welcome to my new page! It's been a long time coming, and I'm really excited to be here. I'm looking forward to sharing health tidbits, recipes, clinic events, and my own journey in health with all of you.