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Dr. LaTouche, ND, helps you navigate the multitude of anti-inflammatory supplements on the market.
Drug therapy can be very helpful in managing acute pain, but they are not without side effects. Dr. LaTouche, ND, shares more in today's tip.
Should you use ice and NSAIDs when you have an acute injury? Dr. LaTouche, ND, breaks in down in today's health tip.
What do you need to keep in mind if you have an acute injury, like a sprain or pulled muscle? Dr. LaTouche, ND, shares more in today's tip!
Dr. LaTouche, ND, discusses how the body uses inflammation to heal, but why chronic inflammation is a big problem.
Dr. LaTouche, ND, explains the importance of identifying the source of pain so it can be treated effectively.
Amino acids you get from protein in your diet provide the building blocks for your immune cells. Dr. LaTouche, ND, explains how you can figure out of you're getting enough protein in your diet.
To keep your immune system optimized, you need to support circulation through movement. Dr. LaTouche, ND, explains how you can do this to boost immunity this cold and flu season.
Dr. LaTouche, ND, explains the importance of lymphatic drainage and how to prevent lymphatic congestion which can negatively impact immune function.
Stress can unravel a strong immune system. Dr. LaTouche, ND, shares tips on how you can reduce stress and build resilience to foster strong immunity.
Dr. LaTouche, ND, explains how to reduce inflammation and boost immune function with antioxidants from vegetables and fruits.
Are you often bouncing from meeting to meeting, conversation to conversation, email to email without being able to focus on your primary function? Those are fractured hours. Block some time of to get your work done!
Dr. Krause, ND and his family are sick this week! Sometimes, even when you take all of the precautions, you will get sick anyways! The best thing to do is let yourself rest!
Dr. LaTouche, ND gives you a great way to deal with nasal congestion by using a neti pot. What is that? Listen to find out!
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Dr. LaTouche, ND explains what a steam inhalation does and how to do it in today's health tip.
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Do you use over the counter cold remedies? Dr. LaTouche, ND is here with a word of caution. Use them carefully and ensure that you don't get stuck with that cold or flu longer than you need to!
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Dr. LaTouche, ND what prebiotics are and why you need them to keep your gut bacteria healthy and your immune system healthy.
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Our previous immune system tips were based on taking supplements to fight infection but what about being proactive? Dr. LaTouche, ND explains how we can use adaptogens to boost immunity before cold and flu season starts!
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Dr. LaTouche, ND talks about using antiviral herbs to boost your immune system.
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Dr. LaTouche, ND breaks down how much Vitamin D you need and how to appropriately supplement your way there!
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Did you know sugar impacts your immune system? Dr. LaTouche breaks down what you need to know in today's health tip!
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Have you used all your health benefits yet? If you haven't, Thrive Workplace Wellness does 1 on 1 health coaching! Email info@thriveworkplacewellness and get an appointment with Dr. LaTouche, ND or Dr. Krause, ND!
Flu shots are coming to a local pharmacy near you in Canada by the end of October. They are covered by the provincial health plan and get them early to give your immune system a chance to build resistance!
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In this tip, Dr. LaTouche, ND, makes ginger tea. How do you like your tea?\
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We've talked about hydration before, but did you know it's always a key component in your immune system?
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A lot of us turn to hand sanitizer as a quick way to clean our hands when we don't have soap and water. You're probably using it incorrectly. Dr. LaTouche, ND, explains the best way.
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Dr. LaTouche, ND, breaks down why hand-washing is key to reducing contamination and how to do it properly.
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I hope you enjoyed Mindfulness Month in September! It's October now, so we're switching gears!
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If mindfulness-based stress reduction program (MSBR) isn't right for you, try Full Catastrophe Living! What is FCL? Dr. LaTouche, ND, explains in today's health tip!
Dr. LaTouche, ND, breaks down mindfulness-based stress reduction; a structured mindfulness program. Is this program right for you? Check out the tip to learn more!
Dr. LaTouche, ND, gives you another mindfulness activity to try. It's called mindfulness in motion, try it out and let us know how it went at liam@thriveworkplacewellness.com!
Dr. LaTouche, ND, gives you a mindfulness tip about nature in today's health tip. Go out to a park, take a walk in a forest and boost your mindfulness.
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Today, we break down what are the top 5 causes of long term disability. If you'd like to learn how Thrive Workplace Wellness can help you reduce those, email info@thriveworkplacewellness.com
Today, we break down what are the top 5 causes of short term disability. If you'd like to learn how Thrive Workplace Wellness can help you reduce those, email info@thriveworkplacewellness.com
A stopping activity is an external event which brings your focus into the present. Try to stay in the moment, recommends Dr. LaTouche, ND. Try to do this as often as possible to boost mindfulness!
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Dr. LaTouche, ND, explains what a body scan meditation is and why it can help you sleep better in today's health tip!
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Dr. LaTouche, ND is back with today's health and wellness tip. Today's tip is doing 6 minutes of deep breathing in 2 sessions. Try it out and see how your mindfulness changes!
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Are you living the life you want to live? Are you doing what you want to do? Dr. Krause, ND, explains how asking yourself these questions can boost your mindfulness and help you achieve the life you deserve.
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Do you want to share mindfulness with your kids? Don't try to get them to meditate, try the raising exercise. Dr. Krause, ND, explains what it is and how to do it in today's health and wellness tip!
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Today's health tip breaks down washing your hands, a great way to reduce the risk of getting a cold from other people.
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Are you reacting or responding? Employ mindfulness and choose your responses to emotional stress instead of letting yourself get out of control. Dr. Krause, ND explains more in today's health and wellness tip.
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Do you monitor your breathing throughout the day? Dr. Krause, ND, explains why you should, what you should look for and why deep breathing will make you healthier!
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Dr. Krause, ND, breaks down the benefits of keeping a journal on your mindfulness. Check it out and let us know how your journaling goes!
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Dr. Krause, ND, explains a metric called heart rate variability as a way to increase mindfulness in the morning!
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Don't want to sit down and meditate? Try an adult coloring book to boost your mindfulness recommends Dr. Krause, ND. Let us know how it goes at info@thriveworkplacewellness.com
Learn some ergonomics tips to keep your body healthy. For more information on how Thrive Workplace Wellness can help you and your employees stay healthier, go to www.thriveworkplacewellness.com
Learn some ergonomics tips to keep your body healthy. For more information on how Thrive Workplace Wellness can help you and your employees stay healthier, go to www.thriveworkplacewellness.com
In a previous video, Dr. LaTouche explained trying a mindful meal as a way to boost your mindfulness. In today's health and wellness tip, he explains why you should start doing mindful activities on a daily basis to connect yourself!
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Are you struggling with mindfulness or mindful meditation? Try a mindful meal! Dr. LaTouche, ND, explains what a mindful meal is and how to do it in today's health and wellness tip!
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Are you doing deep breathing exercises to boost your mindfulness but you don't know if it's working? Dr. LaTouche explains how you can find out. If you want to learn more about these devices, email Dr. LaTouche at liam@thriveworkplacewellness.com to get the device information.
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Want to reduce stress and boost mindfulness? Dr. LaTouche gives you a deep breathing exercise to do daily to make your life healthier and happier!
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Dr. LaTouche, ND, breaks down the 3 pillars of mindfulness in today's health and wellness tip!
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This month is mindfulness month! In today's health tip, learn 6 benefits of mindfulness.
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This month is mindfulness month at Thrive Workplace Wellness. Dr. LaTouche, ND and Dr. Krause, ND will be bringing you tips on how to be mindful, reduce stress and improve your mood.
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Did you know that 30% of short and long term disability claims are attributed to mental health illnesses? Did you know mental health costs Canadian employers more than $6 billion annually? If you want help with mental health at your workplace email Rob at rob@thriveworkplacewellness.com
Do you get enough sleep at night? If you don't, it can impact your food choices the following day. Dr. Krause explains why you need to sleep well to eat well in today's health and wellness tip.
In today's health and wellness tip, Dr. Krause gives you strategies on how to stabilize your blood sugar levels and keep you feeling energetic all day long.
Do you take lunch breaks away from your computer? In today's health and wellness tip, Dr. Krause breaks down how eating slowly and mindfully can improve your digestion, improve your energy and mood.
Dr. Krause breaks down why turning to caffeine for energy each time can cause some problems in the long run. Start reducing your caffeine intake later in the day!
Workplace wellness isn't just health, it's productivity too. Today, learn some tips on how to run effective meetings.
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Take a walk at lunch. It will boost your energy for the afternoon, help you build relationships with your colleagues and is fun!
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Dr. Krause breaks down why you need to keep some healthy snacks at the office in today's health and nutrition tip! Don't get left eating vending machine snacks!
Dr. Krause discusses the benefits of eating vegetables when focusing on energy, hydration and weight loss. If you're at the office, turn away from the candy bars and have some veggies instead!
Dr. Krause breaks down why MSG (monosodium glutamate) can affect your energy levels throughout the day in today's health and wellness tip!
Dr. Krause breaks down why blueberries are a superfood and how much you should eat to get the health benefits! Check it out!
Do you drink juices, coffee with sugar, soda or other high caloric drinks? Dr. Krause breaks down why these cause spikes in blood sugar levels and can affect your energy throughout your day.
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Dr. Krause breaks down why carbohydrates aren't a good choice as a breakfast meal for people who are mostly sedentary throughout the day. Find out why in today's health tip!
Start your day off with 20g of protein in the morning to keep your blood sugar stabilized throughout the day. Dr. Krause explains more in today's nutrition tip!
Do you eat the same fruits and vegetables each day? You need a variety. Dr. LaTouche explains why "eating the rainbow" is a great approach in today's health and nutrition tip!
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Dr. LaTouche recommends introducing green tea into your caffeine regiment instead of only drinking coffee. Find out why in today's health tip!
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Do you drink while eating? Dr. LaTouche recommends that you don't drink too much. Having too many liquids can impair your digestion and cause you to lose out on some nutrients.
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A Willis Towers Watson 2017 Global Benefits Survey found that 54% of employees are dissatisfied with their current workplace wellness program. Thrive Workplace Wellness had a 93% satisfaction rating with their customers' employees. If you want a great workplace wellness program at your site, email rob@thriveworkplacewellness.com for more information and tell your HR manager about Thrive Workplace Wellness!
Recently, Apple opened an on-site wellness clinic for its San Francisco based employees. The clinic is focused on proactive health care rather than reactive. If this sounds appealing to you, Thrive Workplace Wellness offers a variety of options that can fit your company's needs. Email rob@thriveworkplacewellness.com for more information.
Are you eating enough healthy fats? If not, it can impair your ability to focus! In today's health tip, Dr. LaTouche breaks down some great sources of healthy fats and why you should eat them!
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Do you have trouble focusing? Do you eat a lot of preserved foods or foods with dyes? These can be contributing to your lack of focus, Dr. LaTouche, explains more in today's health tip!
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Are you chewing your food enough? Dr. LaTouche explains how much you need to chew and why it's important.
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Dr. LaTouche talks about what to eat when you're stressed. Check it out!
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Dr. LaTouche, ND, explains what to do when you have a sugar craving. Win a free health talk for your office at http://thriveworkplacewellness.com/workplace-wellness
Why should you go see a naturopathic doctor over a medical doctor? Medical doctors are trained in acute medicine, fixing problems. Naturopathic doctors receive more training in lifestyle management; including diet, exercise and overall performance. If you'd like to know how Thrive Workplace Wellness can help you perform better, email rob@thriveworkplacewellness.com or visit our website, www.thriveworkplacewellness.com
Does Thrive Workplace Wellness only focus on health? No, we also offer a performance and mindset coaching package where we work to boost your productivity, goal setting and overall mindset. For more information, email rob@thriveworkplacewellness.com
Is it 8 glasses, 2 liters or what? Dr. LaTouche breaks down how much water you actually need to drink and how to know if you're on the right track!
Do you eat cereal for breakfast? If so, Dr. LaTouche recommends that you eat some protein with it (nuts, seeds, protein powder, eggs, etc.). Otherwise you might get hungry earlier than you should.
When should you talk to your doctor about getting blood testing? Dr. LaTouche gives you the answer in today's health tip!
Your body will let you know if certain foods are working for you or not working for you. Dr. LaTouche breaks it down in today's health tip!
We're switching themes for August! We'll be giving you tips geared towards eating for energy and focus. Check out www.thriveworkplacewellness.com for more information or email info@thriveworkplacewellness.com with any questions or inquiries about our health coaching!
How much wellness programming do we need to make a difference? Recently, a study published in the American Journal of Health Promotion documented a sustainable change in employees over a period of 6 months from a 2.5 day intensive health programming session. For information on Thrive Workplace Wellness' programming, email rob@thriveworkplacewellness.com
Why should you invest in workplace wellness? It makes your employees happier, healthier and more productive. If this sounds appealing, email rob@thriveworkplacewellness.com for more information!
Change your life, but not too fast. Dr. Krause breaks down how you can make sustainable change and get the life you want.
This strategy will help you use less willpower so you can add lifestyle or performance changes to your life!
When you're making a lifestyle change, you need to love your new life otherwise you will revert back to your old habits.
Only taking pleasure in 100% accomplishment will often lead you to not achieve your goals. Dr. Krause suggests another way in this tip!
To successfully change, you need to understand why you want to change. Dr. Krause breaks it down in this mindset tip!
We talked about absenteeism in the last episode, presenteeism is a bigger problem! It costs the US economy $150 billion each year. If you want to reduce presenteeism at your workplace, send an email to info@thriveworkplacewellness.com or check out our website www.thriveworkplacewellness.com
Learn why being proactive with our employees' health and engagement reduces sick days, boosts their health and happiness. For more information, email Thrive Workplace Wellness at info@thriveworkplacewellness.com or check out our website www.thriveworkplacewellness.com
What are your core values? Relating your goals to your core values will help you sustain the habits that are needed to change your life!
Failing but trying is better than not trying at all. Dr. Krause breaks it down in today's mindset tip!
Why you need positivity in your life so you can change your habits and achieve your goals.
Do you struggle to achieve your goals? Try something new! Dr. Krause, ND, breaks down a strategy for crossing the finish line in today's tip.
Don't waste time and money by having disengaged employees. Employee engagement wastes $450-$550 Billion annually in the USA (Gallup). Learn more from today's workplace wellness tip!
Variation can be helpful in a lot of ways, but can actually compromise motivation when trying to develop healthy behaviours and habits. Dr LaTouche, ND, describes how consistency is key when it comes to building new habits.
How do you set goals? Do you achieve them? Dr LaTouche, ND, breaks down the recipe to establishing goals you can actually achieve. Set yourself up for success with this tip!
Enhancing willpower can be a challenge without a sense or purpose. Dr. LaTouche, ND, explains how Ikigai (the Japanese concept that means "reason for being") can be used as a catalyst to spark your motivation, willpower, and desire to establish healthy habits.
Dr. LaTouche, ND, explains how mindfulness can be the key to enhancing your willpower and establishing healthy habits.
If you're not a fan of the buddy system, you can use an accountability app to help you stay on track and achieve your goals.
Dr. LaTouche, ND, explains the value of using the buddy system and accountability to achieve your goals.
If you only focus on big overhauls, you may be setting yourself up for failure. Dr. LaTouche, ND, encourages that you use aggregation of marginal gains to achieve sustainable benefits and enhance your well-being.
Do you have a tough time making decisions later in the day? There's a reason! Dr. LaTouche, ND, explains the concept of decision fatigue so you can make big decisions earlier in the day, before you are mentally depleted and end up making poor choices.
For July, we'll be giving you tips about how you can maximize willpower so you can achieve your health goals!
Curious about greens powders? Dr. LaTouche, ND, breaks it down for you in this health tip!
Have a hard time picking a protein powder? Dr. Krause gives you some tips on what to look for!
If you hate cooking or really struggle to find the time, maybe a meal delivery service is for you. Dr. LaTouche, ND, shares more on how to optimize your energy and focus through nutrition!
As Dr. Liam LaTouche, ND, explains, a slow cooker can be a great tool for a busy executive!
Strapped for time? Dr. LaTouche, ND, uses meal prep or batch cooking as an effective technique to keep nutrition prioritized while staying efficient with time!
Dr. LaTouche, ND, gives you an idea of how to get healthy fats for energy and performance in today's health and wellness tip! Check it out!
Dr. Liam LaTouche, ND, breaks down easy ways to get your veggies when strapped for time!
What should you do if your only option is eating fast food and you still want to eat healthy? Dr. LaTouche gives you a few options in today's nutrition tip!
Dr. LaTouche, ND, shares his favorite quick, easy, and nutritious snacks! Keep yourself healthy at work with these snacks!
Can't live without caffeine? Dr. LaTouche, ND, wants you to try green tea for the boosting energy and to help achieve a calm and focused mental state!
Dr. LaTouche is back with another healthy sweet snack idea. How can you pick your own from a grocery store?
What snack foods can you eat while maintaining a healthy diet? Dr. LaTouche gives you a few ideas.
Dr. LaTouche gives you insight on what macronutrients are needed for a great breakfast.
Does your energy crash in the afternoon? Dr. LaTouche explains why and what to do about it.
Dr. LaTouche gives you a quick tip how to eat healthier to kick off our nutrition tips!
Do you work 7 days a week? Dr. LaTouche breaks down why it's important to take a day off.
Dr. Krause explains how planning your week effectively reduces stress and boosts resilience.
Don't have time to exercise? Do you have 7 minutes? If so, you have time, Dr. LaTouche explains.
Do melatonin, Zzzquil, zinc and magnesium live up to the hype? Dr. Krause tells you which sleep aids are helpful depending on your sleep patterns.. Get more rest, feel better!
Should you get sun? Do you get too much sun? Dr. Krause is back with another health and wellness tip. He tells you how sunshine can reduce stress and make you feel better!
Dr. Krause's health and wellness tip is how your pre-bed routine affects the quality of sleep and what you can do to sleep better to wake up refreshed.
Dr. LaTouche is here with today's health and wellness tip. Today's tip focuses on how spending time in nature changes our hormones and helps us reduce stress. Check it out!
Dr. LaTouche's health and wellness tip centers around mindfulness based stress reduction (MBSR). How you can implement mindfulness in your day-to-day life to reduce stress.
Dr. LaTouche's health and wellness tip centers around how rotating hot and cold showers can change our stress levels. Check it out!
Dr. LaTouche's health and wellness tip centers around taking supplements. Should you take supplements? Should you talk to your doctor? Find out!
Dr. LaTouche's health and wellness tip centers around getting laughter in on a daily basis. Not only is laughing enjoyable, it also causes physical and mental changes in your body!
Today's health and wellness tip focuses on why starting your day off with gratefulness will reduce your stress, boost your happiness and your overall health. Check it out!
How should you take breaks at work? Dr. LaTouche explains the best way to keep your energy up throughout the day.
Dr. LaTouche explains how to eat properly and why that helps us reduce stress, boost performance and boost our energy levels.
Dr. LaTouche explains what diet is optimal for reducing stress and boosting resilience in today's health and wellness Tip.
Dr. Krause, ND, explains how taking a break from your social media, email and text notifications can help reduce stress and boost resilience.
Dr. Krause, ND, explains why it's okay to seek professional help for excessive stress, anxiety and depression.
Do you spend a lot of time alone? Dr. LaTouche talks about how finding social circles and community reduces your stress and helps your mindset.
In today's health and wellness tip, Dr. LaTouche talks about how being true to yourself reduces stress!
Do you meditate but do not know what you're supposed to feel? Dr. LaTouche explains how we can track our body's response to stimulus and why that's important in health and wellness.