Space Coast Advanced Health - Treating The Root Cause

Stop Snacking & Get Rid Of Bloat May 22nd, 2017 From Dr. Mark Hyman Making the right choices to opt for real,  whole, unprocessed foods  is crucial to ditching the junk food habit, but so are your emotional triggers and emotional health. Whenever you get a strong desire for a  chocolate chip cookie  or other junk food, ask yourself two questions: 1) What am I feeling? and 2) What do I need? What we need does not involve stuffing our faces, I can assure you of that. We have a chance today to  stop and detox , not only from junk food, but also from junk thoughts. We must de-clutter our bodies  and  our minds. Breaking these addictions and  rewiring your brain  is easier than you might think. It doesn’t take weeks or months. These eight strategies can help: 1. Eat real food.  You need to  eat fat and protein  for each of your meals. Whole foods carbohydrates like veggies, legumes, nuts and seeds are per...

Do you know if you have elevated blood sugar levels? According to the American Diabetes Association, over 160 million American adults may have elevated blood glucose, putting them at increased risk to serious health concerns. Blood sugar is the basic fuel that all cells in the body use to make energy. In an optimal state, the body maintains the blood sugar level in a fairly narrow range: not too low (hypoglycemia) and not too high (hyperglycemia). Stability is important because imbalances, particularly hyperglycemia, can cause serious health problems, including metabolic syndrome, type 2 diabetes, and heart disease. Even short spikes or dips in blood sugar levels can cause symptoms that can impact daily living. Control what you eat to control blood sugar levels. Insulin is a hormone that responds directly to what you eat. Among its many roles, insulin regulates fat metabolism and controls blood sugar levels. A leading diabetes research center...