will be presenting on April 7, 2011 at the Hilton Garden Inn, Troy, NY

Come learn about therapies that have been found to help reduce fear and anxiety, enhance the immune system, manage side effects of chemotherapy, aid in post-operative recovery and promote deep relaxation.

 I had a great time presenting at the Call to Wellness!  It was exciting for me to  meet so many people looking for ways to incorporate ideas on healthy living.  I discussed the many factors that contribute to increasing or decreasing our energy with the foods we eat.

I promised to share with you one of the most powerful grains we should be eating today.  Its called “Quinoa” pronounced keen-wah. 

Summary of the Super Grain “Quinoa”

Protein: a complete source!

Other nutrients: high in calcium, iron, potassium, magnesium, manganese, iron, copper and phosphorous and  its alkalizing

Health Benefits:

• when cooking with spinach, it becomes a great source of iron
• for heart patients: this grain can be very beneficial as it helps dilate blood vessels and increase blood flow and circulation not only to the brain, but also to other parts of the body (such as the heart, which is also why Quinoa is an excellent food to prevent cardiovascular disease
• antioxidants -  act as cell guardians and can help reduce the look of aging, contributes to excellent skin (along with the Vitamin E within it) and can even help prevent diseases such as cancer
• does not contain gluten, which makes them easily digestible, and suitable for celiacs, who are gluten-intolerant.

Jane’ Basic Quinoa Recipe

1 cup of quinoa

2 cups water

dash of salt

Rinse: prior to cooking, rinse the grain in a small strainer, with cold water until the water runs clear.

Pre-soak: (optional) when you soak this grain you improve their digestibility and increase their nutritional value.

Cook: done in 20 minutes

Pan/Pots: use a stainless steel pan not Teflon coated

Fluff:  many grains benefit from fluffing.  When grains are done cooking, remove from heat and gently lift and separate with a fork .

nourish your body. find balance. love your life.

 Please feel free to post a question, I am here to support you. 

Researchers at the University of California, San Diego School of Medicine and Creighton University School of Medicine in Omaha have reported that markedly higher intake of vitamin D is needed to reach blood levels that can prevent or markedly cut the incidence of breast cancer and several other major diseases than had been originally thought. The findings are published February 21 in the journal Anticancer Research.

For more infomation on Vitmain D and news Article from Vitamin D Council

Have you ever gone outside when it was snowing?  Yea, I know, you have to shovel the walkway or take the kids out.  No, no, I mean you.  

We all tend sit inside on a snowy day.  Maybe, rent a movie, or watch TV all day.  Some of you bake, talk on the phone or whatever you do to stay occupied. 

I wanted to do something fun, something that would make me feel good all over.  This year I did not want to sit around doing nothing.  I purchased snow shoes for my husband and me.  I cannot ski due to alignment in my legs (yea, my skis cross together) so, I don’t ski. 

My husband and I have now been snowshoeing outside for over 3 years now.  It has been so much fun.  Not only do we get time together, but we are also exercising when it doesn’t even feel like it.  Now, we have friends that have also purchased snowshoes from our local LL Bean Store.  The expert reps at LL Bean or EMS with set you up with the correct size. 

The first week of January 2011, we had a beautiful day full of big snowflakes.  I decided to text a friend of mine and we all went out into the woods for an hour walk.   

Check out the Benefits of Snowshoeing:

• it beats the winter blues
• it is low-impact aerobic
• you can burn 300-800 calories per hour
• it will strengthen your heart
• will tone your legs

So what are you waiting for?  Call your friends and go have fun!

Two Friends

It will be a place where many of you can go and ask questions about your health concerns.  This site is being dedicated for  you, and for anyone needing to go and feel free to just jump in and ask that burning question about health and wellness.   

So stay tuned … Going live: January 20, 2011

Six years ago a small Texas publisher released an obscure book written by a father-son research team. The work, based on a series of studies conducted in rural China and Taiwan, challenged the conventional wisdom about health and nutrition by espousing the benefits of a plant-based diet.

To everyone’s surprise, the book, called “The China Study,” has since sold 500,000 copies, making it one of the country’s best-selling nutrition titles. The book focuses on the knowledge gained from the China Study, a 20-year partnership of Cornell University, Oxford University and the Chinese Academy of Preventive Medicine that showed high consumption of animal-based foods is associated with more chronic disease, while those who ate primarily a plant-based diet were the healthiest.

Last fall, former President Bill Clinton even cited the book in explaining how he lost 24 pounds by converting to a plant-based diet in hopes of improving his heart health. The president gave up dairy, switching to almond milk, and says he lives primarily on beans and other legumes, vegetables and fruit, although he will, on rare occasions, eat fish.

Recently, I spoke with T. Colin Campbell, a co-author of the book and professor emeritus at Cornell University, about the success of the book, the research behind it, and why he thinks the nation’s health woes can be solved by plant-based eating. Here’s our conversation.

To get the full story click below:

Eating Advice From the China Study – NYTimes.com.

Would you say that December is usually a month of doing things out of your bodies comfort zone…?

Would you agree that you

• Drank a lot more
• Ate foods that you have not eaten in a while,
• Or ate more then you normally do
• You even stayed up longer and ate later.

Most of you would agree we were out of our normal routine.  Did you know the average person will gain between 5-8 pounds during all of these festivities?

Now, is a great time to start and cleanse some of what the Christmas holidays have given us… all yummy stuff!

What to bring:

• 2-3 bottles of water
• Banana or nuts or a raw protein bar
• Towel
• maybe a change of clothes

and a good attitude.

 So why am i suggesting a 2 hour spin?  Let me share my top 10 benefits:

1. rapidly cleanse chemical toxins from the fun Holiday
2. promote weight loss
3. increase oxygen
4. cause a lower resting heart rate
5. increase your endurance
6. improve circulation and muscle tone
7. stimulate elimination
8. helps lower blood pressure
9. relieves depression
10. improves self-image and confidence

 Wow, can you image… it can even improve your memory.  If you are going to participate in the 2 hour class, please remember to take it slowly, gently and breathe a lot.  The longer you ride the more body fat you will burn.  So now, burn baby burn!

You Will…

• Set and accomplish goals
• Explore new foods
• Understand and reduce cravings
• Increase energy
• Feel better in your body
• Improve personal relationships

Food changes everything. As your daily diet changes, your body changes and your happiness improves. Imagine what your life would be like if you had clear thinking, energy and excitement every day.

Your Program may includes…

• Two, one-hour sessions per month
• Group seminars and classes covering a variety of health-related topics
• Cooking session
• E-mail support between sessions
• Books, CDs, handouts and other materials
• Food samples and self-care products
• A monthly newsletter
• Access to a lending library of health and wellness books

During our initial consultation we will discuss your unique situation in depth and determine how I can help you reach your personal goals.

Contact me…. our conversation can make a difference in your health.

While most dietitians dwell on calories, carbs, fats, proteins, restrictions and lists of good and bad foods, I work with my clients to create a happy, healthy life in a way that is flexible, fun and free of denial and discipline.

No one diet works for everyone. I will guide you to find the food and lifestyle choices that best support you. I will also help you to make gradual, lifelong changes that enable you to reach your current and future health goals.

Could one conversation with me change your life?

Please join me this Friday for a 15 minute chat with Melody and myself.  We will discuss what I do and why.

Jane Trinidad-Hennes, HHC

Holistic Health Coach

Whole Food Nutrition

Fitness Consultant

I invite you to join me on “Women In” my interview with Talk 1300am:

To listen live on your computer go to link below and when at the site just hit “Listen Live”.

http://www.talk1300.com

Friday, June 18, 2010

Time: 11:30

Segment: Women In

Hosted by: Melody Burns

“Women IN” Radio Show (Broadcast Media industry)

“Women IN” – a weekly radio show featuring women in business, science, medicine, the arts, law, technology, politics, government, just women in everything. Beginning April 3, 11:05 – 11:55 am on TALK 1300AM or www.talk1300.com. Not a girly show – we’ll be discussing everything and talking to people who provide services to women or just want to know what women are doing in the capital district of New York State and Beyond.

I invite you to please leave me a comment or share you thoughts.  I look forward to reading more.  Thank you all.