Hot Topics - HealthCheck360 March - Hot Topics.pdf · PROBIOTICS What are probiotics? • Microorganisms that promotes good gut health Benefits • Immune system, emotional health

Presented By |

Hot Topics

Coach Shawna and Coach Shelby

AGENDA

• Keto diet

• Intermittent fasting

• Probiotics

• Natural sweeteners

• Too much cardio?

• HIIT training

• Exercise for arthritis/menopause

• Stretching benefits

• Weighted blankets

KETO DIET

Keto Diet• What is it?

- Low carb- High fat- Ketosis

- Pros- Quick weight loss- Feel full- Possible benefits with certain

conditions

- Cons- Restrictive- Keto flu- Not for long-term use

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/ketogenic-diet-101#what-it-ishttps://www.precisionnutrition.com/ketogenic-diet

IS INTERMITTENT FASTING HEALTHY?

• What it is- Alternating eating and fasting

• What it isn’t- Skipping breakfast

• Barriers- Social Life- Workouts

• Why it can work?- Variety of possible health benefits

PROBIOTICS

What are probiotics?

• Microorganisms that promotes good gut health

Benefits

• Immune system, emotional health and much more

Best food sources• Yogurt, kefir, sauerkraut, tempeh,

kimchi, miso, pickles, kombucha

Supplements?

Prebiotics• Feed the good gut bacteria

- Garlic, onions, leeks, asparagus, bananas, barley, whole oats, apples, flaxseed

https://www.healthline.com/nutrition/probiotics-101#what-they-arehttps://www.healthline.com/nutrition/19-best-prebiotic-foods#section20

NATURAL SWEETENERS

• How much is too much?- Women: 6 tsp/25g- Men: 9 tsp/36g

• Types of Natural Sweeteners- Honey- Maple Syrup- Agave

• Stevia

• Key Takeaway- Reduce and limit added sugar intake

TOO MUCH CARDIO?

• Injury?

• Not losing weight or still feeling “soft”?

• No energy?

• Lack of motivation?

HIIT TRAINING

• What is it?- High intensity- “give it your all”- Short workouts

• Benefits- Quick and convenient- Little to no equipment required- Variety

• Barriers- Not a beginners workout- It might not be for you

EXERCISES FOR ARTHRITIS AND MENOPAUSE-AGE

• Check with doctor

• Range of motion

• Strength training

• Aerobic training/Cardio

• Yoga

https://www.arthritis.org/living-with-arthritis/exercise/benefits/https://www.healthline.com/health/ten-best-menopause-activities#stay-motivated

BENEFITS OF STRETCHING

Range of motion- Injury prevention- Activities of daily living

Circulation- Lactic acid

De-stress

Types

- Static

- PNF

- Dynamic

WEIGHTED BLANKETS

What are they?

- Blankets filled to be heavier

Benefits?

- Possible benefits with insomnia, anxiety, autism

Drawbacks

- Cost

- Not for babies/toddlers

https://www.webmd.com/sleep-disorders/news/20180402/seeking-better-sleep-under-a-weighted-blanket

OTHER QUESTIONS?

Find out more on www.healthcheck360blog.com

UPCOMING WEBINARS

April 3, 2019

Financial Wellness

May 1, 2019

Fresh FindsThe what, why and how to incorporate more veggies into your life!

Even your money needs to be healthy! We will bring in expert advice to answer your burning questions on financial health.

Find out more on www.healthcheck360.com/blog

CONTACT US

www.twitter.com/healthcheck360

www.facebook.com/healthcheck360

www.healthcheck360.com/blog

www.instagram.com/healthcheck360/

@HealthCheck360 or #HealthCheck360

WATCH PAST WEBINARS

www.healthcheck360.com/blog

CONTACT A HEALTH COACH

1-866-511-0360 or healthcoach@healthcheck360.com