how to eat well
DESCRIPTION
How to Eat Well. Dr. Erika Ristok, N.D. Brief Introduction to Naturopathic Medicine. A distinct profession of primary health care Diagnose and treat “dis”ease as well as promote optimal health Encourage body’s inherent healing ability. Training. - PowerPoint PPT PresentationTRANSCRIPT
![Page 1: How to Eat Well](https://reader036.vdocument.in/reader036/viewer/2022081421/568147a4550346895db4dfc6/html5/thumbnails/1.jpg)
How to Eat Well
Dr. Erika Ristok, N.D.
![Page 2: How to Eat Well](https://reader036.vdocument.in/reader036/viewer/2022081421/568147a4550346895db4dfc6/html5/thumbnails/2.jpg)
Brief Introduction to Naturopathic Medicine
A distinct profession of primary health care Diagnose and treat “dis”ease as well as
promote optimal health Encourage body’s inherent healing ability
![Page 3: How to Eat Well](https://reader036.vdocument.in/reader036/viewer/2022081421/568147a4550346895db4dfc6/html5/thumbnails/3.jpg)
Training
Minimum seven years of post-secondary education Includes at least three years of pre-medical studies Four years at an accredited college e.g. CCNM Course work includes: basic medical sciences,
seven naturopathic modalities, internship at the Naturopathic College Clinic
Licensing exams
![Page 4: How to Eat Well](https://reader036.vdocument.in/reader036/viewer/2022081421/568147a4550346895db4dfc6/html5/thumbnails/4.jpg)
Basic Principles
Find the cause of disease Support and stimulate the body’s own healing
capacity Treat the whole person Individualized care Focus on prevention of disease
![Page 5: How to Eat Well](https://reader036.vdocument.in/reader036/viewer/2022081421/568147a4550346895db4dfc6/html5/thumbnails/5.jpg)
Therapies used:
Clinical nutrition Botanical medicine Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine Homeopathic medicine Hydrotherapy Physical therapy Lifestyle counselling
![Page 6: How to Eat Well](https://reader036.vdocument.in/reader036/viewer/2022081421/568147a4550346895db4dfc6/html5/thumbnails/6.jpg)
Getting the Most from our Food
CHEW RELAX LOCAL
SEASONAL WILL IT SPOIL? VARIETY & MODERATION
EAT LIKE A CAVEMAN!
ALKALINE VS. ACID
READ INGREDIENTS
![Page 7: How to Eat Well](https://reader036.vdocument.in/reader036/viewer/2022081421/568147a4550346895db4dfc6/html5/thumbnails/7.jpg)
Chew
Part of mindfulness First stage of digestion Give your fork a rest
![Page 8: How to Eat Well](https://reader036.vdocument.in/reader036/viewer/2022081421/568147a4550346895db4dfc6/html5/thumbnails/8.jpg)
Relax
Deep breaths Calm environment Be in the present Gratitude Fight or flight effect
![Page 9: How to Eat Well](https://reader036.vdocument.in/reader036/viewer/2022081421/568147a4550346895db4dfc6/html5/thumbnails/9.jpg)
Local
Sustainability Local economy Use of resources e.g. shipping, refrigeration Nutrient depletion
![Page 10: How to Eat Well](https://reader036.vdocument.in/reader036/viewer/2022081421/568147a4550346895db4dfc6/html5/thumbnails/10.jpg)
Eating with the Seasons
Food quality Traditional Oriental Medicine
![Page 11: How to Eat Well](https://reader036.vdocument.in/reader036/viewer/2022081421/568147a4550346895db4dfc6/html5/thumbnails/11.jpg)
Will it Spoil?
“Eat nothing that won’t spoil, but eat it before it does”
Chemicals/preservatives Nature preserves by drying and freezing Pasteurization
![Page 12: How to Eat Well](https://reader036.vdocument.in/reader036/viewer/2022081421/568147a4550346895db4dfc6/html5/thumbnails/12.jpg)
VARIETY & MODERATION
Breakfast? Food sensitivities Rotate foods Buffet: not for every day! Protein – growth and repair vs. overacidity Carbohydrates: energy vs. blood sugar
rollercoaster
![Page 13: How to Eat Well](https://reader036.vdocument.in/reader036/viewer/2022081421/568147a4550346895db4dfc6/html5/thumbnails/13.jpg)
EAT LIKE A CAVEMAN!
Eat low on the food chain Fruit, veg, nuts & seeds, grains,
beans/legumes Good quality meats Raw; minimally processed
![Page 14: How to Eat Well](https://reader036.vdocument.in/reader036/viewer/2022081421/568147a4550346895db4dfc6/html5/thumbnails/14.jpg)
ALKALINE VS. ACID
Effects of diet on pH level Promote alkalinity by soaking grains/legumes Saliva is alkaline Emotional and physical stress
![Page 15: How to Eat Well](https://reader036.vdocument.in/reader036/viewer/2022081421/568147a4550346895db4dfc6/html5/thumbnails/15.jpg)
READ INGREDIENTS
Can you pronounce them?? Shop the perimeter of the grocery store
![Page 16: How to Eat Well](https://reader036.vdocument.in/reader036/viewer/2022081421/568147a4550346895db4dfc6/html5/thumbnails/16.jpg)
Key components of a Whole Foods Diet
Good quality proteins Whole grains Vegetables, vegetables, vegetables Fruit Healthy oils
![Page 17: How to Eat Well](https://reader036.vdocument.in/reader036/viewer/2022081421/568147a4550346895db4dfc6/html5/thumbnails/17.jpg)
Challenge: try these out!
Seaweeds, e.g. dulse Raw nuts & seeds Nut butters Dark leafy greens Bitter-tasting foods Quinoa Millet Kasha
Beans: aduki, mung… Lentils
Think colour when you make your selections
![Page 18: How to Eat Well](https://reader036.vdocument.in/reader036/viewer/2022081421/568147a4550346895db4dfc6/html5/thumbnails/18.jpg)
Children
Food Boosters for Kids by Amanda Cross Deceptively Delicious by Jessica Seinfeld
(search “Children Nutrition” at Milton Public Library; many great titles)
![Page 19: How to Eat Well](https://reader036.vdocument.in/reader036/viewer/2022081421/568147a4550346895db4dfc6/html5/thumbnails/19.jpg)
Websites
The World’s Healthiest foodsNutrient-rich foods to promote vibrant health and energywww.whfoods.com
Portfolio Eating PlanRecipes for lowering cholesterol levels; good for anyone implementing healthier diet and lifestyle interventionswww.almondboard.com/HealthProfessionals
N.B. these links are provided on www.erikaristok.com
![Page 20: How to Eat Well](https://reader036.vdocument.in/reader036/viewer/2022081421/568147a4550346895db4dfc6/html5/thumbnails/20.jpg)
River of Health
![Page 21: How to Eat Well](https://reader036.vdocument.in/reader036/viewer/2022081421/568147a4550346895db4dfc6/html5/thumbnails/21.jpg)
River of Health
Diet/Nutrition Exercise Outdoors/Nature Water
Spirituality Good rest Happiness Genetics