Does your gut and metabolic health have a stranglehold on you? Living in a constant or cyclical state of mental and emotional stress, chronic pain, chronic disease, and physical diminishment can be overwhelming. The mainstream may lead you to believe that your nutrition and lifestyle have nothing to do with it. However, the right doctors (usually naturopathic and integrative) and health coaches will help you understand that your metabolic flexibility has diminished or even been destroyed, and what you consume is crucial to supporting any pharma treatment, as well as mitigating or turning off flares of pain, discomfort, and symptoms of distress.

Age shouldn’t be a barrier; it’s merely a perspective many have been led to believe, which has become normalized.

Having chronic pain and/or flares? Here are some examples of nutrition that one could avoid to help mitigate internal inflammation.
1. Alcohol
2. Smoking
3. Polyunsaturated fats (PUFAs), such as canola oil and sunflower seed oil. Avoid PUFAs, especially after they’ve been heated at high temperatures. Opt for coconut oil and olive oil.
4. Gluten and all types of flour
5. Ultra-Processed Foods
6. Ingredients that are unfamiliar or difficult to research

I don’t advocate for restricting macronutrient intake, as there are other factors to consider.  I do advocate balancing macronutrients to support metabolic function.  Based on my experience, research, and implementation, some commonly problematic ingredients and foods can irritate the GI tract and cause health issues. Once underlying GI issues are addressed, you can gradually reintroduce foods that may have initially caused intolerances or allergies, such as dairy, starchy vegetables, and carbohydrates. Whether you’re young and healthy,  an athlete, or on the contrary, someone with underlying issues, applying this approach can support overall health, enhance recovery, improve performance, and promote preventive care.

Disclaimer: Any information communicated is intended strictly for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice nor should it be considered a substitute for consulting with your qualified healthcare practitioner.