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Gut Health and Stress Management for Weight Loss

When working with others, I often hear frustrations around the inability to lose weight, bloating, anxiety, GI problems and more.  There are many possible contributing factors but there are some important variables that I want to shine light upon.

Let’s take a step back first and think about everything we’ve been through over the past year and a half. We’ve lived through a pandemic and a time where many were isolated, separated from their families and communities, stress was heightened and many consumed food and alcohol in larger portions.  The stress alone is enough to greatly impact the body and mind.  There isn’t one person who hasn’t been impacted by this time, so if you’re feeling alone, you’re not.

Today I am going to shine light on two important parts of the body- the gut and liver.  Are you wondering what your liver has to do with your gut? It’s ALL connected, believe it or not.

Bacteria flourishes throughout the body, not just in the gut.

The human microbiome is what we call all of the gut flora plus all of their metabolites throughout the body. I am sure you’ve heard about the role that the microbiome plays in your gut health. It also plays a part in your liver health. When there is too much bad bacteria in the body, we can experience inflammation and an imbalance in the gut.

When the body is inflamed and experiencing a toxic load, it can easily carry around an added 7-10 pounds (more or less) that may be hard to release when it’s in a stressed and inflamed state. 

That imbalance and inflammation can also impact  the liver, since they’re ALL connected. Inflammation in the liver means difficulty detoxifying and insulin resistance. This is one of the main reasons why we see resistant weight loss — an overburdened liver and microbiome imbalance which puts the body into fight or flight- a chronic state of stress. A stressed body is an inflamed body. A stressed body is going to focus on survival, not weight loss, not reproduction… survival.

It’s important for us to nourish our body and be mindful of the stress levels that we are living with on a daily basis.

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Good digestion and a healthy microbiome are essential to your overall health.

Without a strong digestive process, your body cannot assimilate nutrients or properly excrete waste. If you suffer from gut issues such as IBS, constipation, acid reflux, digestive distress, or hormonal imbalance, then adding probiotics and cultured foods/drinks may help to restore your gut health.

We also know about the Gut-Brain axis or the Gut-Brain Connection.  Mood, sleep and memory can be impaired by bacterial imbalance and can be supported by probiotics. Personally, I take Axis TreBiotic (pre-, pro- and post-biotics) and Pure Collagen to nourish my microbiome and gut lining. To learn more: Axis TreBiotic

Furthermore, immunity is impacted by bacteria. 80% of our immune system stems from specialized cells in the intestinal lining (GALT cells). Without enough good bacteria, the lining of the intestines can be weakened, and those cells can suffer.

Trusted Sources of Probiotics Include:

  • Cultured vegetables (sauerkraut is my favorite), which also support weight loss, reduce sugar cravings, and help avoid constipation. I suggest starting with two tablespoons of cultured vegetables each meal and slowly increasing by one tablespoon until you reach 1⁄4 cup at each meal.
  • Inner-Eco Probiotic Drink (my favorite store-bought option as it contains an average of 100 billion active probiotic cultures per serving)
  • Coconut water kefir—homemade or store-bought (Kevita)
  • Coconut, goat or almond milk, or any unsweetened and dairy-free yogurt
  • Coconut milk kefir or any non-dairy kefir
  • Grass fed bone broth
  • Kombucha (although you may want to avoid kombucha if candida is present, as sugar is used in its fermentation process)

I suggest starting with a small amount of a cultured food, or one serving of a probiotic or TreBiotic daily. Slowly building your exposure to good bacteria can help bring your body back to balance. Too much too fast and you may experience a die-off of bad bacteria. That can cause headaches, diarrhea and some bloating. So, go slow and adjust based on how your body feels.

Also, consult your doctor or trusted medical professional if you have specific medical concerns. While probiotics are generally regarded as safe, there are sometimes when it is not a good idea to introduce them. If you are working with a physician, just double-check if this is a good choice for you before you start anything new!

Reducing Stress for Optimal Health and Wellbeing: 

In addition to supporting the body with the above products, bringing a stressed body into a calmer state will help support it in many ways.  For me, I prefer grounding in nature, gardening, soaking up Vitamin D in the sunshine, reading or journaling, yoga and meditation.  Breath work is another incredible options for reducing stress in the body.  Breathing in through your nose for a count of six, hold for a count of four and exhale for a count of ten.  Repeat as often as desired.  You can do this seated or laying down.  Sometimes people find comfort placing one hand on their belly and another to their heart.  This breath work will provide oxygen to the brain and will help to reduce stress in the body.

Whatever your goals, reducing stress, nourishing your liver and supporting your gut will greatly benefit your health and overall wellbeing. 

A loving reminder that we all have a unique bio-individual blueprint.  It’s important (and also empowering) to discover what supports you individually.  If you’re still trying to discover what works for your unique beautiful being, I welcome you to connect and schedule a Free Discovery Session: https://kimwilson.me/contact/

Together we rise, 
Kim 

My Daily Refresher Drink

I love starting my morning with a delicious and healthy Daily Refresher Drink.  With the season beginning to change and the air turning a little crisper, I want to protect my body against the temperature changes and germs which surround us every day.

Not only is this power packed drink a great fighter against illness, but it’s great for cleansing the body, clearing up your skin and those pesky blemishes, building immunity, slimming your waistline (with proper nutrition) and kicking up your metabolism.  Yes, you can choose to drink this when you feel a cold or flu coming on, but I recommend it every day and throughout the year.  Plus, it’s delicious!

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There are SO many benefits to every ingredient in this yummy concoction.  I know a lot of people get freaked out when they hear the words “detox or refresh,” but this isn’t some “crazy liquid diet, only drink this all day, magically make you healthy drink.”  It’s safe enough to drink daily (even several times a day) and year round.  It does help you cleanse your body, but there are other benefits, as I mentioned.

Warm Lemon Water:  i love warm lemon water!  There are so many benefits with these two ingredients alone.  warm lemon water balances ph in your body, aids in digestion, hydrates and rejuvenates skin, flushes out toxins, reduces inflammation, helps purify and stimulate the liver and has been linked to weight loss.

ginger:  this spice is a power house of health benefits.  it helps to boost the immune system, eliminates gas, has anti-inflammatory effects, helps to prevent cold and flu symptoms, provides headache and cramp relief, aids in allergy prevention and reduction of symptoms, helps with motion and morning sickness and provides heart health.

turmeric:  this powerful plant is actually a part of the ginger family, so you know it’s got to be kick ass!  turmeric helps to detox the liver, improve the appearance of skin, improve digestion, reduce bad cholesterol, helps with weight management, reduces fever, heals wounds quicker and helps to relieve arthritis pain.

honey:  did your mom ever tell you to drink warm water with honey when you had a sore throat?  That’s what i always thought it was for, but i had no idea how many other benefits honey provides.  honey does help to relieve sore throats, but it also has antibacterial and anti-fungal properties.  it also helps to strengthen the immune system, provides energy to the body, can aid in proper digestion, improves skin quality, helps with improving sleep, helps with inflammation and has been shown to improve allergy problems.  it’s also a great natural sweetener.  i recommend local, raw honey to all of my clients.  It’s much healthier than tablespoons of sugar or “fake” sweeteners

apple cider vinegar: this is another ingredient that i’ve been using for several years.  it’s definitely got a power punch of a taste, but combines well with other ingredients.  apple cider vinegar helps to detoxify the body and warn off cold and flu symptoms.  it also acts as a natural appetite SUPPRESSANT, slims the waistline, lowers cholesterol, clears skin, reduces inflammation, helps with arthritis, regulates ph in the body, helps to relieve gout, helps relieve sinus pressure and infection and helps with nausea symptoms.  it’s very universal in that it can be combined in a drink, taken in a diluted shot and used in many recipes.  i often use apple cider vinegar in my salad dressing recipes.

As you can see, these ingredients together (and alone) provide a phenomenal combination of health benefits.  This drink can be modified to your liking, so I welcome you to switch it up.  Even though the raw honey is healthy, I encourage you to not go too overboard.  It does provide a nice sweetener and boost of benefits, but you don’t want to add too much.  One half to one full tablespoon should be plenty.  The apple cider vinegar is optional and a splash should do just fine.  I provided a gauge with the measurements because everyone has different taste buds.  Play around with it and see what combination you like the best.  I welcome you to message me if you have any questions or if I can help you in any way.

Have you found a healthy drink or detox combination that you love?  I welcome you to share it below.  Wishing you a happy and healthy day!

 

daily detox drink recipe

One cup of hot water (to steep)
lemon juice (1/2 of an organic lemon, freshly squeezed)
1/2 tsp of fresh turmeric (you can use the powder if you cannot find it fresh)
1/2 tsp of fresh ginger (i zest mine fresh from the root, but you can also use 1/2 to 1 tsp of ground ginger in the powder form)
1/2 to 1 TBSP of local, raw honey
a splash of apple cider vinegar (you can measure a 1/2 tsp as well, but some prefer a splash)

Directions:

Carefully pour the hot water into a mug of your choice.  Squeeze the juice of half a lemon into your mug.  I prefer organic, but it’s not imperative.  Add in your turmeric and ginger.  If you’re using fresh ingredients, you can cut your ginger and turmeric into pieces or zest them into the cup.  If you’re using the powder version, measure out and add into your cup.  Finish off your drink with the raw honey and apple cider vinegar (optional).  Stir to combine all ingredients and let cool until warm.  You may notice some of the ingredients settle while you’re enjoying this yummy, healthy drink.  Stir occasionally to mix all of the ingredients.  Enjoy!

XOXO~

Kim

 

 

       

 

 

DITCH THE DIET: EAT CLEAN CHALLENGE

Ladies~  How many of you are ready to ditch the diet book and magic pill?  Are you so tired of being sick, tired and frustrated when it comes to your health and well being?  

I get it because I was that girl!  I cannot tell you how many books, diet pills, crappy supplements and “advice” I tore through while trying to lose weight.  I wasn’t even thinking about health and how I felt.  I was SO focused on the scale.  There were times that it consumed me to no end.  I didn’t know what to eat or how to eat.  I also allowed no time for personal care.  Have you been there?

I work with a lot of women and I see it all too often with my clients.  I cannot tell you how many times I hear them say that they just want to feel better, find happiness, have energy and stop beating themselves up.

Food (REAL FOOD) changed my life in so many ways!  I never knew I could feel this good, and that’s one of the big reasons why I help others.  I want you to feel incredible too!  I don’t want you to waste all of the time and money that I did while trying to figure it all out.  But Ladies~  It’s not a diet… It’s a lifestyle!  I want to help show you that it can be simple, easy and possible!  PLUS, It’s so empowering!

ARE YOU READY TO DITCH THAT BELLY BLOAT + FEEL SO INCREDIBLY AMAZING? 
READY TO SAY GOODBYE TO YOUR LATE AFTERNOON CRASH AND BURN? 
ARE YOU READY TO STEP INTO YOUR FAVORITE SUMMER DRESS, KICK UP YOUR WORKOUT, AND FINALLY DITCH THE ALLERGIES THAT YOU CANNOT SEEM TO GET OVER?
Why not have a little fun while you ditch the bloat + the blah feeling?

 

if this sounds appealing to you, i welcome you to join me and other fabulous ladies as we experience my free (yes, free) 4 day clean eating challenge!

 

Are you ready to ditch the diet and learn about real food? Let’s kick start your journey with a clean eating, do diets allowed, challenge. Are you ready? #cleaneatingchallenge #nodiet #eatrealfood #accountability

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I am a Health Coach, lover of green smoothies, lover of simple eating and delicious food. I believe in the power of clean eating to improve digestion, ditch the bloat, give you the energy you desire for rockin’ workouts and clearer thinking.

I am for ditching the junk in the trunk and the excess belly fat, and accessing the foods that are “right for you,” that truly fuel you.  Bio-individuality is so important, and it’s important to figure out what foods make you feel amazing and which ones don’t.  

Many years ago, I struggled with health issues that took away from my happiness, my life, and my health. I had foggy thinking, rashes, allergies and a whole lot of bloat. No fun! I discovered that the way to lessen my food allergies, improve my digestion, and restore my happiness was through eating clean and taking care of my body.

If you are feeling exhausted, overweight, or you just want to kick-start your metabolism, then this Clean Eating Challenge is perfect for you.

NO MORE CONFUSION.  NO MORE DIET BOOKS AND CRAPPY SUPPLEMENTS.

JUST SIMPLE NOURISHMENT. REAL FOOD!!!

I will provide you with recipes that I love and eat, a grocery list, daily accountability and a wonderful community of support, where you can engage and ask questions.  I will also share daily health and wellness tips and resources that can help you kick start your own journey to better health and wellness.  Does this sound like something that could help you?  If so, then Let’s Do This, Girlfriend!!!!

 

clean eating WILL:

  • Reduce gas and bloating
  • Help improve your digestion
  • Get your digestion and metabolism up to top performance
  • Eliminate sugar or coffee cravings that leave you feeling tired
  • Reduce inflammation that leads to bloating, headaches, or gut imbalance
  • Help you feel grounded, alert, robust, and ready to take on the world every day of your life
  • Jumpstart and reboot your metabolism
  • Help you learn how to play again and have fun, even in your busy life

ALSO….  There will be prizes!  i will be holding a drawing at the end of the program.  will you be one of the lucky ladies to win?  come join us and see!

You’ll have the chance to win one of these options:

#1. A 50 minute coaching call with me

#2. My Seasonal Clean Eating Program~ These seasonal programs are my larger, paid programs.

#3 A bottle of PURE essential oil (variety of options to choose from)

EVERYTHING YOU NEED TO FEEL MORE ALIVE IS WAITING RIGHT HERE FOR YOU!

THE RESULTS:

  • Feel recharged, renewed, and revitalized
  • Learn how to handle stress in your life & take control of your body
  • Leave old, unhealthy habits behind
  • Access the tools you need to live healthy for a lifetime
  • Sleep like a baby at night
  • Have rocket fuel energy

It’s all about letting go of what is not nourishing your body, both physically and emotionally. Once you let go, you access your FREEDOM (both in body and in mind).

ready for a change?  I am so excited to get started on this journey with you.

And remember, you can do this program in the comfort of your own home at any time, but you have me daily in the forum to cheer you on!

 

if you’re ready to join me and our fabulous community, reach out to me below and let me know you’re ready to improve your health, happiness and wellness.

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IT IS TIME TO HIT THE RESET BUTTON.

LET’S GET STARTED, GORGEOUS.

P.S. If you have family, friends, colleagues, or neighbors that are just like you and want to look fabulous, have endless energy, lose belly bloat, improve digestion, and reset their metabolism, then please have them visit my website at:

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XOXO~

Kim