The decision to pursue the Philosophy on Holistic Nutrition was sparked off during an application for a trainer program. I have been a corporate trainer for yeas simply because I love this job. It’s a very rewarding job to witness people’s transformation and people growing beyond their boundaries after undergoing training.
For a long while, I gave very hard thoughts for the kind of training to focus on. Stretching to contemplate beyond livelihood concerns, I discovered that while I value the continuation of my profession as a corporate trainer, I treasure life most. And the best way to cherish life is to live it naturally. Hence, I will want to be able to share with others the secrets to improve live and health naturally.
Health and family are 2 most important treasures in life that I cherish. I love to share with friends and family on the discoveries I made about natural health. People closest to me benefitted from my advice. I am always excited to share the knowledge I learned on natural health; simple questions such as how to get a better skin, what food to eat to cure their gastric, how to increase their immune system. I took personal time to attend seminars about health; I realized I have an amazing habit to head off straight to the health and beauty section of the community library or bookstore whenever I am in one!
My relentless passion and curiosity for natural health brought me to enroll for a nutrition certification from one of the college in Singapore. I enjoyed the class and learning exceedingly. I was very motivated to further my studies on natural heath. I am very glad to find a reputable university on the subject matter.
In Singapore, my country of domicile and Indonesia my country of birth, I witnessed a growing number of friends and families suffering from chronic diseases like cancer, high blood pressure, cholesterol, diabetic, severe migraine. I begin to question if we are bounded by our genetic inheritance. Can we edit out genes and rewrite the future chapters of our lives? Can a good health be an enduring feature of a fulfilled and contented life? Are age-related diseases a necessary by-product of growing old?
My inspiration is that with the knowledge I acquired from this program, I will be able to spread the good news that health problems are treatable and often avoidable with the right lifestyle and nutrition.
Drawing from my personal experience, eating healthily and exercise moderately makes me look, feel much younger and healthier than people of my age. I want others to benefit from my experience especially to people who suffer from chronic disease. Most importantly, I hope I will be the living example to demonstrate that healthy aging is attainable and it’s possible for us to age gracefully.
Having a healthy body will allow us to develop a sense of purpose and this ultimately results in fulfillment in life. And by learning about Holistic Nutrition will enable me to share this knowledge to develop others with a sense of purpose and fulfillment. I believe I will be fulfilling my own purpose in life by doing so.
Thursday, July 31, 2008
Miracle Foods for Healthy Skin
hm..today is Janet's farewell lunch and during our girls conversation, again we discuss abt anti aging remedy.
Since i am now taking Phd on Holistic Nutrition, this conversation really inspire me again to write another post about foods for healthy skin. Oh yah..specially for Stacy, I add in Calories and serving size..since she worry so much on her weight..hehe..
The secret to a gorgeous, wrinkle-free complexion lies in what you eat. These seven super-nutritious foods can work miracles on your skin.
Before you reach for the bounty of cleansers, moisturizers, and toners in your bathroom, add the following seven foods to your diet to clear the way for a beautiful complexion. "The nutrients found in these foods benefit the skin because they nourish us from the inside out"
1. Sweet Potatoes
The pumpkin-colored hue of sweet potatoes not only looks pretty on your dinner plate, but its shade also works wonders on your complexion. Sweet potatoes boast large amounts of beta carotene -- an antioxidant whose red, yellow, and orange pigments dress many vegetables in their vibrant colors. Beta carotene's protective qualities defend against the damage that sun exposure will cause.
Serving size: 1 medium size potato
Calories: 117
Quick tip: For an extra dose of fiber, leave their skin on when preparing these tasty treats.
2. Salmon
My all time favourite..Salmon. Oh yah..we just had it during our lunch at sakae sushi just now :-)
Add luster and softness to your complexion by feasting on salmon, a fish with one of the richest concentrations of omega-3 fatty acids. These healthy fats nourish the skin by reducing the body's production of inflammatory substances, decreasing clogged pores, and averting fine lines and wrinkles.
Serving size:3-4 ounces
Calories: about 150
Quick tip: Buy extra fillets at the market and freeze them; having salmon on hand is the best way to ensure you'll keep up your skin's nutritious regimen.
3. Snapper
This tropical fish, like salmon, is also sky-high in anti-inflammatory fats, and it harbors another beautiful skin booster: the mineral selenium. Selenium has the ability to reduce the risk of sunburn and promote an even skin tone. Snapper itself has a sheen to envy -- in many fine restaurants the fillets are often served skin side up to show off its luminous scales.
Serving size: 3-4 ounces
Calories: about 110
Quick tip: Bake snapper in a bit of olive oil with a layer of chopped almonds on top -- a supper your skin will sing about!
4. Kiwi
An uncelebrated hero of supple skin is kiwi. This tangy-sweet treat packs more vitamin C per ounce than practically any other fruit. Vitamin C helps maintain the collagen in our skin, keeping it firm. But this nutrient can quickly evaporate through exposure to air, water, or heat. Kiwi is an ideal carrier since it locks in the juicy benefits firmly beneath its furry skin. Serving size: 1 medium fruit
Calories: 46
Quick tip: For a quick and easy way to peel kiwi, cut the ends off first. The rest should be a cinch.
5. Sunflower Seeds
Slow down the development of saggy, wrinkled skin by spooning sunflower seeds over salad. These seeds are replete with vitamin E -- a powerful antioxidant that decelerates the aging of skin cells, keeping us looking younger longer. Vitamin E is also known for its ability to diminish the appearance of scars.
Serving size: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 324
Quick tip: Pair unsalted sunflower seeds with raisins for a snack that strikes a perfect balance between savory and sweet.
6. Turkey
Choose turkey over other lunchtime meats for its high concentration of zinc. This mineral maintains collagen and elastin fibers that preserve skin's elasticity and firmness. The healthiest variety to ask for at your grocery's deli counter? Roasted or smoked; flavored turkey, such as honey turkey or turkey pastrami, contains sugar and salt additives.
Serving size: 3-4 ounces
Calories: about 120
Quick tip: Toss turkey with spinach leaves. The latter is another nutritious food packed with zinc.
7.Tea
Dietitians continue to debate just how much liquid we should consume each day, but the requisite eight to 10 glasses still stands. Our body is 70 to 80 percent water, and if we are not drinking enough, our cells don't regenerate and remove waste, resulting in a buildup of impurities. Alternate glasses of water with hot tea or unsweetened iced tea -- green or black. These beverages boast their own supply of acne-fighting antioxidants and phytonutrients (healthy substances from plants).
Serving size: 1 cup
Calories: 2
Quick tip: To avoid diluting your delicious cold brew with plain ice, fill ice trays with tea. Add a few cubes just before you drink!
Hope this tips will help all of us to grow old gracefully..and stay wrinkle free as long as we could :-). Thanks for such a fun lunch gals..
Since i am now taking Phd on Holistic Nutrition, this conversation really inspire me again to write another post about foods for healthy skin. Oh yah..specially for Stacy, I add in Calories and serving size..since she worry so much on her weight..hehe..
The secret to a gorgeous, wrinkle-free complexion lies in what you eat. These seven super-nutritious foods can work miracles on your skin.
Before you reach for the bounty of cleansers, moisturizers, and toners in your bathroom, add the following seven foods to your diet to clear the way for a beautiful complexion. "The nutrients found in these foods benefit the skin because they nourish us from the inside out"
1. Sweet Potatoes
The pumpkin-colored hue of sweet potatoes not only looks pretty on your dinner plate, but its shade also works wonders on your complexion. Sweet potatoes boast large amounts of beta carotene -- an antioxidant whose red, yellow, and orange pigments dress many vegetables in their vibrant colors. Beta carotene's protective qualities defend against the damage that sun exposure will cause.
Serving size: 1 medium size potato
Calories: 117
Quick tip: For an extra dose of fiber, leave their skin on when preparing these tasty treats.
2. Salmon
My all time favourite..Salmon. Oh yah..we just had it during our lunch at sakae sushi just now :-)
Add luster and softness to your complexion by feasting on salmon, a fish with one of the richest concentrations of omega-3 fatty acids. These healthy fats nourish the skin by reducing the body's production of inflammatory substances, decreasing clogged pores, and averting fine lines and wrinkles.
Serving size:3-4 ounces
Calories: about 150
Quick tip: Buy extra fillets at the market and freeze them; having salmon on hand is the best way to ensure you'll keep up your skin's nutritious regimen.
3. Snapper
This tropical fish, like salmon, is also sky-high in anti-inflammatory fats, and it harbors another beautiful skin booster: the mineral selenium. Selenium has the ability to reduce the risk of sunburn and promote an even skin tone. Snapper itself has a sheen to envy -- in many fine restaurants the fillets are often served skin side up to show off its luminous scales.
Serving size: 3-4 ounces
Calories: about 110
Quick tip: Bake snapper in a bit of olive oil with a layer of chopped almonds on top -- a supper your skin will sing about!
4. Kiwi
An uncelebrated hero of supple skin is kiwi. This tangy-sweet treat packs more vitamin C per ounce than practically any other fruit. Vitamin C helps maintain the collagen in our skin, keeping it firm. But this nutrient can quickly evaporate through exposure to air, water, or heat. Kiwi is an ideal carrier since it locks in the juicy benefits firmly beneath its furry skin. Serving size: 1 medium fruit
Calories: 46
Quick tip: For a quick and easy way to peel kiwi, cut the ends off first. The rest should be a cinch.
5. Sunflower Seeds
Slow down the development of saggy, wrinkled skin by spooning sunflower seeds over salad. These seeds are replete with vitamin E -- a powerful antioxidant that decelerates the aging of skin cells, keeping us looking younger longer. Vitamin E is also known for its ability to diminish the appearance of scars.
Serving size: 2 tablespoons
Calories: 324
Quick tip: Pair unsalted sunflower seeds with raisins for a snack that strikes a perfect balance between savory and sweet.
6. Turkey
Choose turkey over other lunchtime meats for its high concentration of zinc. This mineral maintains collagen and elastin fibers that preserve skin's elasticity and firmness. The healthiest variety to ask for at your grocery's deli counter? Roasted or smoked; flavored turkey, such as honey turkey or turkey pastrami, contains sugar and salt additives.
Serving size: 3-4 ounces
Calories: about 120
Quick tip: Toss turkey with spinach leaves. The latter is another nutritious food packed with zinc.
7.Tea
Dietitians continue to debate just how much liquid we should consume each day, but the requisite eight to 10 glasses still stands. Our body is 70 to 80 percent water, and if we are not drinking enough, our cells don't regenerate and remove waste, resulting in a buildup of impurities. Alternate glasses of water with hot tea or unsweetened iced tea -- green or black. These beverages boast their own supply of acne-fighting antioxidants and phytonutrients (healthy substances from plants).
Serving size: 1 cup
Calories: 2
Quick tip: To avoid diluting your delicious cold brew with plain ice, fill ice trays with tea. Add a few cubes just before you drink!
Hope this tips will help all of us to grow old gracefully..and stay wrinkle free as long as we could :-). Thanks for such a fun lunch gals..
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