Speaking to the ‘user friendly’ aspect of the body, give the body the tools it needs and it will build a healthy, strong body! Simply put, these tools are nutrient dense foods, clean water, clean air and exercise. Yes, it’s really that simplistic, but not that easy for most people. With all the fad diets, opposing exercise theories and general misinformation, it is confusing to sort through what is beneficial for each individual: which diet? which exercise program? which vitamin? more protein or less protein?….on and on swirls the confusion.

Some of the greatest authors regarding food and health are Dr. Joel Fuhrman, Dr. Thomas Rau, Colin Campbell, Dr. Russell Blaylock and Dr. Ben Lerner, to name a few. While non-traditional, each simplifies the complexities of the body, teaches the reader to understand the body and where to find the proper tools to build the kind of wellness of our dreams. Education leads to knowledge and knowledge to power. Once we have the knowledge, we have the power to change our lives, to reverse and prevent disease; we have the power to take charge of our lives and our well being. Fast food has become an acceptable norm, along with donuts and sugar laden cereals for breakfast. The majority of diseases in the United States are lifestyle related, which translates into; they’re within our control and within our power to change.

My goal and my passion are to share my knowledge, thereby empowering my clients to make lifestyle changes that save lives. I combine all the best of what I have learned from every book, every class, and every mentor, and formulate a program that allows me to share that knowledge in a way that is easy to understand and easy to put into practice.

Dr. Thomas Rau, author of The Swiss Secret to Optimal Health explains, “When you nurture your internal body, you optimize the rebuilding power that lies within every human being. As I have already explained, all living tissues renew within a certain period of time. If you have an organ that is sick, slowly degenerating, or not functioning as it should and you want to improve your health you need to create a new organ that functions better. You do this by nourishing the internal environment that surrounds and sustains that organ, so that over time, cell by cell, you grow a better body, essentially optimizing your natural potential for healing.” So now the big question: how is the internal body nurtured?

Healthy gastrointestinal function is essential to overall health and well being. Each section of the gut has a different function. These functions are not limited to digestion and elimination; but rather include the immune system, nervous system and hormonal function. Greater that 70% of serotonin is produced in the gut and 80% of the immune system lies in the gut lining. Problems, such as leaky gut, Candida, parasites and food sensitivities can cause damage to the gut lining. This damage creates minor, isolated symptoms and even systemic symptoms and diseases. Some symptoms or diseases that may not appear to be related to the GI tract but actually are directly related may include arthritis, skin eruptions, headaches, infertility, etc. The 4R’s to gut health, which translates to whole body health, are remove, repair, restore and replace. Scientists at the Institute of Functional Medicine describe the 4R approach as; remove stressors, antigens and toxins (food related as well), repair damaged lining mucosa, restore beneficial bacteria and replace inefficient digestive secretions such as digestive enzymes and hydrochloric acid.

Whether the goal is maximized health or weight loss, the path to success is the same. The Get Lean Weight Loss Program and the Prescription for Wellness Program are founded on the 4R approach with hands on individual, weekly coaching and support with muscle testing for individual sensitivity and nutrient assessments. Also included is a program specific cookbook, bi-monthly group meetings and educational materials.

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• Premenopause
• ADHD
• Exhaustion
• Memory problems
• Osteopenia (precursor to Osteoporosis)
• Excess Weight
• Allergies, Eczema, Asthma and
• More

What –Learn to eat great food, save money and save your life! Food tasting included.

Why – If you don’t feel better every year of your life you are doing something wrong (in almost all cases). The Feel Better workshop will introduce you to the key actions and foods that can help you avoid the standard, overwhelmed American life of aches and pains that begins around age 40.  Instead you can be on your way to the energetic, vibrant and healthy life you should be living.

Take the time to change your future.

When – January 26, 2010 (Tuesday) from 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

Where – Calm and Sense, 2603 Glenwood Ave., Raleigh, NC 27608 (next to Harris Teeter).

How Much – $30

Contact: Calm and Sense by phone 919-787-1799. Pre-registration required.

About Laura – My health, as well as that of my husband and son, has accelerated to incredibly amazing, surprising and fun levels because we overcame all of the health problems above. I feel better at 43 than I did at 38. You are supposed to feel great at 40, 60 and beyond and I am on a mission to help you find your way by making simple changes in the food you eat.

Email: movingstronglyforward@yahoo.com

Blog: www.movingstronglyforward.typepad.com

Phone: 919.460.7092

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