Love and Relationships

Love and relationships are part of what we call primary food, or the parts of life that feed the hunger in the human soul. We all have a need to give and receive love, because love is a basic primary food that nourishes, energizes and heals us.

And as you may have noticed, love and health are intrinsically linked. Even modern science is catching up to what ancient traditions have said for years: love is good for your health.

Donna P. Butler, CHC, AADP

February’s Tip of the Month…

“The secret of making something work in your lives is, first of all, the deep desire to make it work; then the faith and belief that it can work; then to hold that clear definite vision in your consciousness and see it working out step by step, without one doubt or disbelief.”

Donna P. Butler, CHC, AADP

February’s Heart-Healthy Valentine’s Recipe – Dark Chocolate Fruit Dip

One small piece of dark chocolate a day – just 30 calories worth – eaten two hours after dinner can actually lower systolic (top number) blood pressure 3 points and diastolic (bottom number) blood pressure 2 points.

Ingredients

• 24 slices or sections of assorted fresh fruits, such as tangerines, tangelos or clementines, Asian pear, Bosc pear, pineapple, Granny smith apple, organic strawberries with tops, or thick slices of banana.
• 4 ounces organic dark chocolate, chopped
• 1/4 teaspoon ground cinnamon
• 1/8 teaspoon ground cardamom
• 1/8 teaspoon cayenne pepper

Preparation

• Set slices of fruit on paper towels to absorb any excess moisture.
• Melt chocolate in a heavy, small saucepan over medium heat stirring frequently, 2 to 3 minutes.
• Pour chocolate into 3 shallow soup bowls.
• Stir cinnamon into one bowl, cardamom into the second and cayenne pepper into the third.
• Dip one side of each slice or section of fruit into chocolate.
• Place fruit, coated sides up onto a wax paper lined plate.
• Refrigerate until chocolate is firm, about 15 minutes.

For more information on private consultations as well as coaching programs accessible remotely from the home or office, please visit Donna P. Butler, CHC, AADP online.

Understand the Connection Between Cancer and Nutrition

Have your diet evaluated to ensure that you are getting sufficient amounts of the protective nutrients to support your medical treatment for cancer. Your body will thank you!

The diet is an important part of cancer treatment. Eating the right kinds of foods before, during, and after treatment can help you feel better and stay stronger.

• Learn about the value of food in your fight for recovery from cancer.
• Learn how you can protect yourself and your family  with a diet rich in botanical factors.
• Understand the connection between cancer and nutrition.
• Learn how to boost your physical energy, your immune system & your emotional well being.

Let’s fight for a cure together!

For more information on private consultations as well as coaching programs accessible remotely from the home or office, please visit Donna P. Butler, CHC, AADP online.

Nutrition, Balance & Education

Nutrition…

I believe that the majority of health complaints and ailments that people commonly experience are due to living with imbalance. This is largely a result of inappropriate diet and lifestyle practices.

These practices may be due to lacking or mis-guided education, and often result in fatigue, blood sugar imbalances, emotional imbalances, lack of cellular nutrition and compromised intestinal integrity.

A large part of my counseling and education is assisting clients in attaining lasting balance in these areas. As the body regains its intelligence and integrity, and discovers a new-found optimal state of balance and nourishment, a profound practice automatically unfolds. I call this practice Intuitive Eating. As my clients find that they are intuitively eating foods that provide them with a sense of vitality and optimal well-being… they create a profound sense of balance, harmony and peace previously unattainable..and seemingly effortlessly!

Learn About: feeding the body / nourishing the soul / loving food / eating to feel good / non-restrictive diet / cellular nutrition / feeling completely nourished / season specific foods / addressing individual physiology / living with optimal vitality

Balance…

My mission as a Nutritional Health and Wellness Counselor is to inspire and empower my clients to create extraordinary lives.

Balance lies at the heart of complete well-being…
Mind, Body and Spirit

“Assisting clients in making sustainable nutrition and lifestyle changes, can greatly enhance and provide dramatic improvements to their overall health and well-being.”

Learn About: deconstructing cravings / attaining emotional balance / experiencing physical balance / balancing blood sugars / causing imbalances to subside / living a feel-good life / feeling powerful and strong

Education…

You will receive profound nutritional health and wellness education. While respecting all dietary theories ranging from ancient nutrition practices through modern-day methods, I will help you develop new ways of thinking around nutrition, lifestyle and personal growth.

This is an individual process, based solely on your personal needs. You will learn how to nourish your mind, body and spirit with compassion and understanding. Food can be used as a powerful tool to help create optimal health. You are worth feeling well every day of your life!

Learn About: acidity / alkalinity / optimal digestion / metabolism / proper hydration techniques / natural body rhythms / nature’s rhythmic cycles / learning traditional foods / optimizing nutrient absorption

I am committed to helping you to be successful. Whatever happened before today is okay. Life is all about possibilities… Let’s begin!

For more information on private consultations as well as coaching programs accessible remotely from the home or office, please visit Donna P. Butler, CHC, AADP online.

Celebrate your Heart!

February is Heart Month…
Sponsored by the American Heart Association

Heart disease is the leading cause of death for both women and men living in the United States. Living a heart healthy life can decrease your risk for heart disease, heart attack, and stroke. Your heart health depends on your weight, amount of exercise, nutrition, and family history. We cannot control our family history but we can control weight, exercise, and nutrition. Losing weight and aiming for more exercise are the most important factors for a healthy heart. Plus, what we eat can lead to better heart health. A “heart healthy diet” includes foods that are low in fat, cholesterol, and sodium. These tips can help you choose heart healthy options:

• Eat less of the fats known to increase your risk for heart disease such as saturated and trans fat. Examples: fried foods, donuts, fatty meats, and poultry with the skin on it.
• Eat more foods high in the “healthy” types of fat such as monounsaturated and polyunsaturated fat. Examples:  fish, olive oil, avocado, nuts, and seeds.
• Limit excess salt by going easy on the saltshaker. Also, eat less canned vegetables, frozen dinners, and foods that are pickled or soaked in brine.
• Eat a meal plan low in cholesterol by eating more plant-based foods such as nuts, oil, and peanut butter instead of animal-based foods such as dairy products, meat, and cheese.

Following the guidelines above will help you reduce your risk of high cholesterol and high blood pressure. Both health problems increase your risk for heart problems. Eating food high in saturated or trans fats increases your risk for high cholesterol, especially the “bad” LDL cholesterol.

Additionally, the amount of salt you eat may affect your blood pressure by causing you to retain excess water. It is important to get your cholesterol and blood pressure checked regularly by your physician.

To lower your risk for heart disease, heart attacks, and stroke, follow these 3 rules:

• Control your cholesterol and blood pressure.
• Aim for physical activity on 5 days of the week for at least 30 minutes.
• Follow a heart healthy diet!

Celebrate your heart! For more information about heart health please visit www.americanheart.org or www.hearthub.com.

For more information on private consultations as well as coaching programs accessible remotely from the home or office, please visit Donna P. Butler, CHC, AADP online.