The Diet of Common Sense: Recent Episodes
Sarah A.D. Summers
Welcome to The Diet of Common Sense Podcast! www.dietofcommonsense.com
A common-sense approach for active people to stay healthy, improve energy and mental power! It’s the nutrition of entrepreneurs, busy professionals and other people who lack time but value their health and well-being. The Diet of Common Sense is the nutrition of active people who are looking for simple & smart food choices for optimal health.
With The Diet of Common Sense, you just need to follow 5 key principles, make smart food choices. And first, you make the habit, then the habit makes you! I believe the 5 STARS Principles of The Diet of Common Sense are at the core of what a busy person should know.
Coffee - how much coffee is the optimal amount to get all the health benefits, but avoid the negative side effects? What is „the tipping point”?
Coffee lovers, this topic is for you! We’ll explore the benefits of coffee, based on science. Is coffee good for you? This course is for everybody who wants to have a good relationship with ... coffee. Especially coffee lovers who want to know what to expect from this popular drink - what are the health benefits, how many cups of coffee a day they should drink to experience the most health benefits and what is the tipping point where the risks outweigh the benefits and caffeine start to affect your heart and overall health.
Coffee is the most popular beverage worldwide, with an estimated 3 billion cups consumed every day. If you're like most adults, caffeine is a part of your daily routine and a social habit. Coffee consumption has been linked to a reduced risk of many conditions, with the greatest effects being at around 4–5 cups per day. It appears that coffee is generally safe as long as you're not a heavy drinker.
A new article from Harvard School of Public Health named “Caffeinated or not, coffee linked with longer life” shows that the compounds in coffee – the powerful antioxidants – show potential health benefits, the most notable being an increased life span. Studies have shown that up to 5 cups of coffee/day (or a total of 400 ml) is associated with a reduced risk of diabetes, cardiovascular disease, and mortality. An increased quantity does not seem to offer additional health benefits.
The study analyzing data from about half a million Britons found that coffee consumption was linked to a 14% decrease in mortality rates, during the 10-year study period. An interesting finding is that it doesn’t matter if coffee is caffeinated or not, it’s the overall composition that matters – good quality coffee, freshly grounded and well-prepared, to keep its most nutrients. In two other very large studies, drinking coffee was associated with a 20% reduced risk of death in men and a 26% decreased risk of death in women, over a period of 18-24 years. So, it seems that up to 5 cups of coffee daily seems acceptable unless you have a particular condition (such as suffering from heart disease, inflammatory bowel disease, ulcers ) or if your doctor advises otherwise. This is the power of antioxidants!
Coffee contains hundreds of bioactive compounds. It can be a single source of antioxidants for many people – those who do not eat a variety of fruits and vegetables on a regular basis.
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The Holiday Gift Guide (Health & Wellness related) – include last-minute options too
Gifts for birthdays, anniversaries, Christmas, New Year, house-warming parties and other gift-giving events. Put Healthy Living on your New Year’s Resolution list! Give the gift of healthy living! Check the selections below and create your own Health BOX to gift your loved ones and why not, to yourself. Love yourself more this holiday season and start the New Year with products and experiences that will make you happy!
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Get the links / promo codes to the products mentioned in this podcast episode here: www.dietofcommonsense.com/2019-holiday…th-wellness/
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This Podcast Episode is for Brainy People! In this episode, we’ll talk about Brainy Foods and their Impact on Brain’s Health and Happiness.
But first, I am proud to announce the successful launch of my course The Diet of Common Sense on Udemy and Skillshare learning platforms! I’ve just launched the course and I want to reward my podcast followers with a special offer announcement! Follow this promo link: skl.sh/2QrisDs to access my course and other premium courses on Skillshare, with a free 2 months Premium Membership subscription! You’ll get access not only to my course The Diet of Common Sense, but you can unlock unlimited access to thousands of other premium classes on Skillshare. Join now! Also, check the Black Friday offer on Udemy: 80% off, only EUR 9.99 until Nov 29th!
The Superfoods for Brain Health, Memory Boost and Mental Performance There are superfoods that help with brain health and mental performance for all individuals! Greeny leaves such as spinach, broccoli, berries in general and blueberries in particular, the red grapes and red wine, the healthy fats found in avocado, coconut oil, olive oil, walnuts, salmon; also beans and lentils and some fermented foods such as kefir, yogurt, and kombucha. Include them frequently in your eating habits, especially for breakfast, to start the day right!
And moving a bit further in this area, from what keeps the brain healthy and happy in healthy individuals, to a more sensitive topic: Eating to Remember - Foods that Delay Cognitive Decline
Mental disorders affect one in four people yearly. Around 450 million people currently suffer from such conditions. Antioxidants found in fruits and vegetables prevent cell damage from free radicals. Omega 3 fatty acids found in nuts and seeds, oily fish such as salmon, other healthy oils found in coconut oil, avocado, olive oil - also feed and protect the brain cells. The foods that keep our brain healthy – that we talked about in the previous topic - can also relieve mental health symptoms, slow down the aging process, delaying or mildening the symptoms of some brain dysfunctions. The right foods can preserve your brain’s health for the long run.
The conclusion? Eating high or moderate amounts of „brainy foods” is key for brain health, benefits ranging from memory boost, alertness, improved cognition, creativity; - they protect and relieve the symptoms of disorders such as anxiety, eating disorders, personality disorders, post-traumatic stress disorders ; - and in the long term, offer brain protection and delay or ease the symptoms of some more serious conditions such as Alzheimer's disease.
The key to brain happiness? Develop a better relationship with „brainy foods”: greeny leaves, berries, healthy oils (avocado, olive oil, coconut oil, walnuts, chia seeds), fatty fish rich in omega 3 (salmon), beans and lentils, some fermented foods such as kefir, yogurt, and kombucha. Important note: this information is for educational and awareness purposes only. It is not meant to diagnose or treat any condition related to mental health.
An article from the Mayo Clinic explores the relationship between foods and neurodegenerative delay. The observational studies suggest that diet can reduce the risk of developing Alzheimer's disease by up to 53 percent as well as slow cognitive decline and improve verbal memory. The foods that offer the most benefits in dementia prevention include vegetables, especially leafy greens, berries, fish, nuts, beans, and whole grains.
The Diet of Common Sense Podcast aims to keep you on top of the latest news and research. It brings you simple and actionable information to help you make the best decisions for your health and well-being, despite your limited time. The podcast topics go beyond nutrition, exploring related subjects in the areas of health and wellness. When nutrition and research meet common sense, amazing things can happen!
Coffee lovers, this topic is for you! Coffee – from guilty indulgence and addiction to magical health elixir? Drink more coffee or caffeinated beverages – research from Harvard Business Review suggests that up to 5 cups of coffee/day (or a total of 400 ml) can increase your longevity. Another article from Harvard School of Public Health named “Caffeinated or not, coffee linked with longer life” shows that the compounds in coffee show potential health benefits, the most notable being an increased life span. The study analyzing data from about half a million Britons found that coffee consumption was linked to a 14% decrease in mortality rates, during the 10-year study period. An interesting finding is that it doesn’t matter if coffee is caffeinated or not, it’s the overall composition that matters – good quality coffee, freshly grounded and well-prepared, to keep its most nutrients. So, the good news is that up to 5 cups of coffee daily is acceptable unless you have a particular condition (such as suffering from heart disease, inflammatory bowel disease, ulcers – pronounce alsărs) or if your doctor advises otherwise. What do you think, coffee lovers? How many cups of coffee a day do you usually have?
How to Boost Your Energy Levels in Winter. Here’s what you need to know to increase your Health IQ and make the most of your limited time! As winter is approaching, keeping our energy levels up may seem harder to achieve at this time of the year. However, it’s not impossible – simplification and prioritization can help us stay on top of things and avoid energy losses. Start by looking at your daily routine, become more aware of what’s making you feel tired or have that afternoon sluggishness. As long as what you can actively do about it – here is your winter energy toolbox! [...] Listen to find out more!
The 30 Days Health Challenge with The Diet of Common Sense! About one month until Christmas and less than 2 months until the end of a decade! So what about a health transformation? New Year = New You? Here’s the Challenge! For 30 days, aim to follow the 5 Principles of The Diet of Common Sense! Cook healthy, simple recipes and make the transformation happen! You can find quick, simple recipes (under 30 minutes) on my blog or my instagram page : dietofcommonsense.
Try them, experiment with ingredients and flavors and be ready for a beautiful transformation in 30 days! You may experience increased energy levels, an incredible feeling of lightness, better focus and mental power, improved skin , you may also lose some weight too. And most importantly, view this as a detox, as the start of the cellular regeneration for your body, so you can thrive!
That’s all for this episode! Thank you and have a wonderful week, active people! And coffee lovers, don’t forget to drink your coffee with us in the morning, by reading our latest updates on our Instagram page: dietofcommonsense Empowering you to live your best life!
Welcome to the Diet of Common Sense! A common sense approach for active people to stay healthy, improve energy and mental power! It’s the nutrition of entrepreneurs, busy professionals and other active people who lack time, but value their health and well-being.
With The Diet of Common Sense, you just need to follow 5 key principles, make smart food choices, at your own pace. And first, you make the habit, then the habit makes you! I believe the 5 STARS Principles of The Diet of Common Sense are at the core of what a busy person should know and apply.
Why should you consider the Diet of Common Sense? What’s in it for you? Well, everything. Everything in your life starts with a good health. The Diet of Common Sense should give you valuable information to help you manage your most important asset: your health. Together with managing your business, carreer and other priorities in your life. You win on multiple roles, right from day 1. The Diet of Common Sense is practical and action-oriented. And right from the beginning you will look great and feel amazing!
So dear busy entrepreneur, professional or other active people, you only have 24 hours in a day, so you need simple and actionable advice! If you resonate with this, then congratulations! You understand that your health is important and have a powerful reason to learn more! Let’s do this!