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Attention Deficit Disorder: New Perspectives
Posted on Mar. 30, 2006 at 1:44 PM in <%EntryCategory%> - 3 Comments - Post Comment - Link
ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER:
NEW PERSPECTIVES
I am a Board Certified Psychiatrist and have been practicing for 20 years.
For almost half of my professional career, I practiced Child and Adolescent
Psychiatry. The primary reason for referral, by far, was Attention Deficit Disorder.
Over the years, I watched as the standards of assessment and treatment shifted
from a comprehensive one, to one of almost exclusive focus on medication.
While a percentage of our children were helped, with ability to stay focused
and complete assignments, it seemed that an over-reliance on medications existed,
and still does, with an almost complete absence of education on the principles
of healthy lifestyle.
I say this with confidence, based on my observations of literally hundreds of children.
Foods they eat are high in saturated fats and carbohydrates. Not to mention the sweets
consumed by our children. While many of my families worked incredibly hard to provide
healthy food choices, it seemed that once children got to school age, they were introduced
to very unhealthy, albeit, attractively marketed food choices outside the home.
So how can we adequately assess for attentional difficulties in children without assessing
the nature and quality of their food intake?
The other area that has completely escaped our attention in conventional medicine is
exposure to environmental toxins. I used to think of environmental toxins as polluted
air near smoke stacks, oil refineries or automobile repair shops. I’ve since realized that
environmental toxins are everywhere. They are in our carpets, in the plastics that we
drink from, in the paint fumes emanating from our walls.
And all these toxins, like the unhealthy foods we eat, can contribute to the lack of focus
and inability to concentrate in our children.
While this makes common sense, it takes a lot of effort to stay healthy in any unhealthy
environment.
Where does a busy family begin?
1.) Keep an open mind, read, learn and absorb. Once you embark on this journey,
you will continue to learn; there is no going back.
2.) Watch where your dollars are going at the grocery store. Are you purchasing
fresh fruits and vegetables or processed foods full of preservatives, and high in
fats and carbohydrates? What is the nature of the snacks you are purchasing?
Are they healthy or full of sugars? Are the juices you purchase high in unnecessary
sugars? What type of grains are you buying? Are there a lot of potatoes, rice and pasta?
3.) How much exercise do you and your kids actually get on a regular basis? How
often do you engage in healthy walks?
4.) How much time do you and your family spend in front of the TV? How about the
time you and your children spend in front of video games or even the computer?
Balance is key. We live in a highly distractible environment, where stimulation surrounds us
at all times. We have painfully little time to sit quietly, reflect, dream, imagine at any level.
That goes for kids as well as adults. The lack of this quiet time, actually promotes distractibility
in children. They are programmed always to be fed with some stimulation. Their inner selves
are lacking the enrichment and nourishment they actually need.
I was recently exposed to a new type of teaching that has, at least anecdotally, shown to
be particularly advantageous for children with high levels of distractibility. It is called
‘Superteaching’. The brainchild of BJ Dorhmann, Founder of IBI Global, Superteaching
utilizes powerful multimedia technology in the classroom. I have been privileged to
participate in 8 days of Superteaching as a participant in an 8 day intensive
CEO training and retreat known as ‘IBI Forum’; many months after the training,
I remain in awe of the power of Superteaching to facilitate learning and retention
of very complex material. In retrospect, I believe at least one reason for Superteaching’s
success is the stimulation of the participants ability to dream and wonder, while learning-
about the mysteries of nature, the panoramic views of outer space, about their own
personal dreams and visions, while learning didactic material. Superteaching is now a
vailable in schools. For more information, see www.superteaching.org
Along with innovative teaching materials, innovation in diets and supplements offer new
hope for children with Attention Deficit Disorder. Research exists that supplements with
essential fatty acids and antioxidants help improve focus and concentration in children with ADD.
A key question about antioxidants exists in ADD. Are the benefits due to a direct improvement
of attention through a brain mediated response? Or does the process of detoxification of toxins
and of nourishment of brain cells improve attention span in and of itself?
These answers will only come from more research. We need more research and we need it now.
Are our children currently being treated for an innate brain condition or from sensitivity to an
environment that abounds in distractions?
Whatever the answers are, let’s start with the basics. Let’s get focused on health and healthy
lifestyle. Let’s provide good supplements to help our children clean their systems. And let’s
dialogue. Let’s share healthy tips with each other. If supplements work, let’s hear about them.
Let’s exchange recipes. Let’s share new innovative ideas.
My personal goal is to provide a foundation for dialogue of innovative solutions for living in a
complex world. If you have innovative tips, we would love to hear from you.:
Wholelifequest4u@yahoo.com
Together we can get healthy and stay healthy. This includes for our children with ADD.
Many of these youngsters are among the brightest, most gifted kids that I know. Let’s
stimulate their imaginations. Let’s get them dreaming again. Let’s give them hope for a
healthier world ahead that they can be part of creating. Let’s get focused. Now.
Mary F. Zesiewicz, M.D.
Medical Director
Inspirempower International
www.wholelifequest.com
The Inspirempower Foundation
www.inspiref.org
Introduction to Integrative Health
Posted on Dec. 8, 2005 at 11:28 PM in <%EntryCategory%> - 0 Comments - Post Comment - Link
INTRODUCTION TO INTEGRATIVE HEALTH
There are currently 2 worlds in health care, the Conventional Health Care System,
and the Alternative (also known as the Complementary) Health Care system.
Both these health care systems are huge and growing bigger daily. The Conventional
Health care system constitutes a trillion dollar/year industry. Complementary Health
continues to grow, with increased annual spending in the billions.
Complementary Health consists of many preventive health measures. In other words,
a proactive person who thinks about their health., seeks to engage in habits that will
minimize the risk of illness. Great examples include a healthy diet, fitness, drinking
plenty of clean water and attention to the reduction of exposure to environmental
toxins.
Philosophically, there is little to argue about for the maintenance of good preventative
health habits. These problems are largely related to living in a fast paced world that
doesn’t promote these habits, and the cost of these health choices. Our lifestyles,
in fact, seem to promote lack of health as evidenced by fast food, stress, insufficient
tine to relax or engager in enrichment activities, not to mention, lack of time for fitness,
lack of time for healthy relationships, are but a few factors that counteract good health.
Many people get introduced to healthy habit and lifestyles only after they have taken ill.
The need to eat well is vital for an individual with heart disease or diabetes. And
these are but 2 examples.
The incidence of chronic illness is skyrocketing at an exponential rate.
10 years ago there were virtually no autoimmune disorders. Yet today, we all know
friends and family members, if not ourselves, who have been diagnosed with
fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and the like. The incidence of cancer,
even in children, continues to escalate out of control. Psychotropic medications
are being prescribed to both adults and children at increased rates.
Ask anyone with a chronic health challenge: a proactive commitment to health is a
must. Many with chronic health challenges experience tremendous rest and rejuvenation
with any ongoing commitment to healthy life choices.
Typically these choices include: diet, fitness and nutritional supplements combined
work towards a healthy lifestyle in body, mind and spirit. Many engage a life
coach to help develop these new habits. There are some growing pains involved in the
transformational efforts required to build a healthy life.
Healthy living also involves a combination of these life strategies with the treatments
recommended by our conventional doctors. Literally millions of us take or have
taken some sort of medication, as well as many of us have had surgeries.
Part of any Integrative Heath approach involves knowledge about what natural
products can be taken with conventional medications. This means having a thorough
discussion with one’s primary care doctor or cardiologist about designing a
complementary fitness routine.
A large purpose of the website, www.drmaryz.com, is to help offer guidance in these
vital areas of integrated health. Healthy life habits will be discussed. Products offered
tend to be those without risk to an individual taking prescription medications. A
guide to herbs will be posted.
Our website is designed to provide current, up to date information to live an integrative
healthy lifestyle. As such, the contents will change to reflect new advances in integrative
health. We will attempt to augment internet health sites that are widely read, not duplicate them.
Complementary health approaches, such as natural supplements are not designed to cure,
treat or mitigate disease, Treatment takes place between an individual and their physician.
We hope, however, to provider you with good complementary health information so
that you and your doctor may facilitate the creation of optimal health decisions for you.
We wish you the best of health!
Mary F. Zesiewicz, M.D.
Medical Director
Inspirempower International
www.wholelifequest.com
The Inspirempower Foundation
www.inspiref.org
It takes practice
Posted on Nov. 23, 2005 at 1:18 AM in <%EntryCategory%> - 1 Comments - Post Comment - Link
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This blogging is new- I will need some help to make sure I'm doing things correctly! I'll hopefully see some of you in the next few days and can get a crash course on blogging
Its a good reminder, some things we do so often, even if they may be difficult at first, become reflexive since we do them so much! Alot of personal transformation (and professional as well) involves getting outside that comfort zone- and its worth it! |
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Mary F. Zesiewicz, M.D.
Medical Director
Inspirempower International
www.wholelifequest.com
The Inspirempower Foundation
www.inspiref.org
WIth Thanks
Posted on Nov. 23, 2005 at 1:04 AM in <%EntryCategory%> - 1 Comments - Post Comment - Link
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I want to share a special thanks to an IBI Grad who has been a great source of encouragement to us-
EJ Thornton of Profitable Publishing
She is a master of her craft- she sees possibilities, she is a mentor, in short, amazing
I came back from 905 Forum with one main assignment- to complete my first book on health care
EJ is partnering with me and making it reality as we speak
Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks- so thanks, EJ and thanks, IBI!
Best wishes, Mary Z | |
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I want to share a special thanks to an IBI Grad who has been a great source of encouragement to us-
EJ Thornton of Profitable Publishing
She is a master of her craft- she sees possibilities, she is a mentor, in short, amazing
I came back from 905 Forum with one main assignment- to complete my first book on health care
EJ is partnering with me and making it reality as we speak
Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks- so thanks, EJ and thanks, IBI!
Best wishes, Mary Z
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Mary F. Zesiewicz, M.D.
Medical Director
Inspirempower International
www.wholelifequest.com
The Inspirempower Foundation
www.inspiref.org
Reflections for Labor Day
Posted on Aug. 31, 2005 at 9:49 PM in <%EntryCategory%> - 3 Comments - Post Comment - Link
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Holiday Reflections
On this Labor Day, we spend time with friends and family and celebrate our hard work and the fruits of our labors.
But how we spend the holiday weekend doesnt so often celebrate our health. Rich desserts, barbecues (heaped with high sugar barbecue sauces), beer and bratwurst, leaves us fatigued, needing to put our feet up and wishing to take another day off to recover.
In fact, the state of our diets is as bad as it has ever been. Although we are surrounded by healthy choices, fast food intake is on the rise. And so are the rates of obesity and secondary health challenges. Rates of heart disease and diabetes are at an all time high.
On some level, as a nation we are busier than we have ever been. Time has become one of our most valued commodities. 'Eat and run' is a part of our daily lives.
But without our good health, everything in our lives comes to a screeching halt. Ask anyone who has suffered or who is afflicted with a chronic illness. Confined to home, life becomes empty and at times hopeless. Ask anyone with any chronic health conditions.
The good news is that we can do alot right here and now to prevent chronic conditions. And if we do have health challenges, we can do alot to restore our lives.
Good nutrition is a key factor in restoring and maintaining our good health, and in turn the quality of our lives.
Changes in our daily food habits take time. This is why crash diets invariably fail. A slow and steady approach is much more likely to be ingrained for life.
Exercise: Think of some foods you eat on a regular basis that lack real nutritonal value. One by one, replace these items with healthier choices. This can take weeks to months. It's OK!
Aim to eat as much food in its fresh and natural state. Raw vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds are great snacks and meals. Experiment with shakes and smoothies. Go to your local Wild Oats or Whole Foods and sample items in the deli counter. Get ideas from friends, try things out and make this work for you!
If your are eating healthy, congratulations! And support your friends who may need your help with improving their diets.
Good health is a gift we give to ourselves. Be patient with yourself but stick with it. You're worth it!
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Mary F. Zesiewicz, M.D.
Medical Director
Inspirempower International
www.wholelifequest.com
The Inspirempower Foundation
www.inspiref.org
Good health- a great gift
Posted on Jul. 7, 2005 at 10:18 PM in <%EntryCategory%> - 4 Comments - Post Comment - Link
Good health is among our greatest blessings; with it we can achieve all we were created to achieve; we can enjoy and appreciate our relationships and the beauty and wonder that surrounds us. Those of us who either have health challenges or help those who do, have so much to teach. Never take our health for granted. Never abuse our bodies. Set limits with jobs and lifestyles that promote abusing our bodies.
Typically our health is something we dont think about or take for granted until something goes awry.
Preventative health is a proactive gift we give ourselves.
Each of us has unique needs and health challenges.
We look forward to helping you listen to your body's wisdom in your endeavors to attain and maintain good health.....
Blessings,
Dr Mary Z
Mary F. Zesiewicz, M.D.
Medical Director
Inspirempower International
Colorado Springs/Denver
719-648-3299
Mary F. Zesiewicz, M.D.
Medical Director
Inspirempower International
www.wholelifequest.com
The Inspirempower Foundation
www.inspiref.org
Attention Deficit Disorder: New Perspectives
Posted on Mar. 30, 2006 at 1:44 PM by Mary F. Zesiewicz, M.D. - 3 Comments - Post Comment - Link
ATTENTION DEFICIT DISORDER:
NEW PERSPECTIVES
I am a Board Certified Psychiatrist and have been practicing for 20 years.
For almost half of my professional career, I practiced Child and Adolescent
Psychiatry. The primary reason for referral, by far, was Attention Deficit Disorder.
Over the years, I watched as the standards of assessment and treatment shifted
from a comprehensive one, to one of almost exclusive focus on medication.
While a percentage of our children were helped, with ability to stay focused
and complete assignments, it seemed that an over-reliance on medications existed,
and still does, with an almost complete absence of education on the principles
of healthy lifestyle.
I say this with confidence, based on my observations of literally hundreds of children.
Foods they eat are high in saturated fats and carbohydrates. Not to mention the sweets
consumed by our children. While many of my families worked incredibly hard to provide
healthy food choices, it seemed that once children got to school age, they were introduced
to very unhealthy, albeit, attractively marketed food choices outside the home.
So how can we adequately assess for attentional difficulties in children without assessing
the nature and quality of their food intake?
The other area that has completely escaped our attention in conventional medicine is
exposure to environmental toxins. I used to think of environmental toxins as polluted
air near smoke stacks, oil refineries or automobile repair shops. I’ve since realized that
environmental toxins are everywhere. They are in our carpets, in the plastics that we
drink from, in the paint fumes emanating from our walls.
And all these toxins, like the unhealthy foods we eat, can contribute to the lack of focus
and inability to concentrate in our children.
While this makes common sense, it takes a lot of effort to stay healthy in any unhealthy
environment.
Where does a busy family begin?
1.) Keep an open mind, read, learn and absorb. Once you embark on this journey,
you will continue to learn; there is no going back.
2.) Watch where your dollars are going at the grocery store. Are you purchasing
fresh fruits and vegetables or processed foods full of preservatives, and high in
fats and carbohydrates? What is the nature of the snacks you are purchasing?
Are they healthy or full of sugars? Are the juices you purchase high in unnecessary
sugars? What type of grains are you buying? Are there a lot of potatoes, rice and pasta?
3.) How much exercise do you and your kids actually get on a regular basis? How
often do you engage in healthy walks?
4.) How much time do you and your family spend in front of the TV? How about the
time you and your children spend in front of video games or even the computer?
Balance is key. We live in a highly distractible environment, where stimulation surrounds us
at all times. We have painfully little time to sit quietly, reflect, dream, imagine at any level.
That goes for kids as well as adults. The lack of this quiet time, actually promotes distractibility
in children. They are programmed always to be fed with some stimulation. Their inner selves
are lacking the enrichment and nourishment they actually need.
I was recently exposed to a new type of teaching that has, at least anecdotally, shown to
be particularly advantageous for children with high levels of distractibility. It is called
‘Superteaching’. The brainchild of BJ Dorhmann, Founder of IBI Global, Superteaching
utilizes powerful multimedia technology in the classroom. I have been privileged to
participate in 8 days of Superteaching as a participant in an 8 day intensive
CEO training and retreat known as ‘IBI Forum’; many months after the training,
I remain in awe of the power of Superteaching to facilitate learning and retention
of very complex material. In retrospect, I believe at least one reason for Superteaching’s
success is the stimulation of the participants ability to dream and wonder, while learning-
about the mysteries of nature, the panoramic views of outer space, about their own
personal dreams and visions, while learning didactic material. Superteaching is now a
vailable in schools. For more information, see www.superteaching.org
Along with innovative teaching materials, innovation in diets and supplements offer new
hope for children with Attention Deficit Disorder. Research exists that supplements with
essential fatty acids and antioxidants help improve focus and concentration in children with ADD.
A key question about antioxidants exists in ADD. Are the benefits due to a direct improvement
of attention through a brain mediated response? Or does the process of detoxification of toxins
and of nourishment of brain cells improve attention span in and of itself?
These answers will only come from more research. We need more research and we need it now.
Are our children currently being treated for an innate brain condition or from sensitivity to an
environment that abounds in distractions?
Whatever the answers are, let’s start with the basics. Let’s get focused on health and healthy
lifestyle. Let’s provide good supplements to help our children clean their systems. And let’s
dialogue. Let’s share healthy tips with each other. If supplements work, let’s hear about them.
Let’s exchange recipes. Let’s share new innovative ideas.
My personal goal is to provide a foundation for dialogue of innovative solutions for living in a
complex world. If you have innovative tips, we would love to hear from you.:
Wholelifequest4u@yahoo.com
Together we can get healthy and stay healthy. This includes for our children with ADD.
Many of these youngsters are among the brightest, most gifted kids that I know. Let’s
stimulate their imaginations. Let’s get them dreaming again. Let’s give them hope for a
healthier world ahead that they can be part of creating. Let’s get focused. Now.
Mary F. Zesiewicz, M.D.
Medical Director
Inspirempower International
www.wholelifequest.com
The Inspirempower Foundation
www.inspiref.org
Introduction to Integrative Health
Posted on Dec. 8, 2005 at 11:28 PM by Mary F. Zesiewicz, M.D. - 0 Comments - Post Comment - Link
INTRODUCTION TO INTEGRATIVE HEALTH
There are currently 2 worlds in health care, the Conventional Health Care System,
and the Alternative (also known as the Complementary) Health Care system.
Both these health care systems are huge and growing bigger daily. The Conventional
Health care system constitutes a trillion dollar/year industry. Complementary Health
continues to grow, with increased annual spending in the billions.
Complementary Health consists of many preventive health measures. In other words,
a proactive person who thinks about their health., seeks to engage in habits that will
minimize the risk of illness. Great examples include a healthy diet, fitness, drinking
plenty of clean water and attention to the reduction of exposure to environmental
toxins.
Philosophically, there is little to argue about for the maintenance of good preventative
health habits. These problems are largely related to living in a fast paced world that
doesn’t promote these habits, and the cost of these health choices. Our lifestyles,
in fact, seem to promote lack of health as evidenced by fast food, stress, insufficient
tine to relax or engager in enrichment activities, not to mention, lack of time for fitness,
lack of time for healthy relationships, are but a few factors that counteract good health.
Many people get introduced to healthy habit and lifestyles only after they have taken ill.
The need to eat well is vital for an individual with heart disease or diabetes. And
these are but 2 examples.
The incidence of chronic illness is skyrocketing at an exponential rate.
10 years ago there were virtually no autoimmune disorders. Yet today, we all know
friends and family members, if not ourselves, who have been diagnosed with
fibromyalgia, rheumatoid arthritis, lupus and the like. The incidence of cancer,
even in children, continues to escalate out of control. Psychotropic medications
are being prescribed to both adults and children at increased rates.
Ask anyone with a chronic health challenge: a proactive commitment to health is a
must. Many with chronic health challenges experience tremendous rest and rejuvenation
with any ongoing commitment to healthy life choices.
Typically these choices include: diet, fitness and nutritional supplements combined
work towards a healthy lifestyle in body, mind and spirit. Many engage a life
coach to help develop these new habits. There are some growing pains involved in the
transformational efforts required to build a healthy life.
Healthy living also involves a combination of these life strategies with the treatments
recommended by our conventional doctors. Literally millions of us take or have
taken some sort of medication, as well as many of us have had surgeries.
Part of any Integrative Heath approach involves knowledge about what natural
products can be taken with conventional medications. This means having a thorough
discussion with one’s primary care doctor or cardiologist about designing a
complementary fitness routine.
A large purpose of the website, www.drmaryz.com, is to help offer guidance in these
vital areas of integrated health. Healthy life habits will be discussed. Products offered
tend to be those without risk to an individual taking prescription medications. A
guide to herbs will be posted.
Our website is designed to provide current, up to date information to live an integrative
healthy lifestyle. As such, the contents will change to reflect new advances in integrative
health. We will attempt to augment internet health sites that are widely read, not duplicate them.
Complementary health approaches, such as natural supplements are not designed to cure,
treat or mitigate disease, Treatment takes place between an individual and their physician.
We hope, however, to provider you with good complementary health information so
that you and your doctor may facilitate the creation of optimal health decisions for you.
We wish you the best of health!
Mary F. Zesiewicz, M.D.
Medical Director
Inspirempower International
www.wholelifequest.com
The Inspirempower Foundation
www.inspiref.org
It takes practice
Posted on Nov. 23, 2005 at 1:18 AM by Mary F. Zesiewicz, M.D. - 1 Comments - Post Comment - Link
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This blogging is new- I will need some help to make sure I'm doing things correctly! I'll hopefully see some of you in the next few days and can get a crash course on blogging
Its a good reminder, some things we do so often, even if they may be difficult at first, become reflexive since we do them so much! Alot of personal transformation (and professional as well) involves getting outside that comfort zone- and its worth it! |
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Mary F. Zesiewicz, M.D.
Medical Director
Inspirempower International
www.wholelifequest.com
The Inspirempower Foundation
www.inspiref.org
WIth Thanks
Posted on Nov. 23, 2005 at 1:04 AM by Mary F. Zesiewicz, M.D. - 1 Comments - Post Comment - Link
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I want to share a special thanks to an IBI Grad who has been a great source of encouragement to us-
EJ Thornton of Profitable Publishing
She is a master of her craft- she sees possibilities, she is a mentor, in short, amazing
I came back from 905 Forum with one main assignment- to complete my first book on health care
EJ is partnering with me and making it reality as we speak
Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks- so thanks, EJ and thanks, IBI!
Best wishes, Mary Z | |
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I want to share a special thanks to an IBI Grad who has been a great source of encouragement to us-
EJ Thornton of Profitable Publishing
She is a master of her craft- she sees possibilities, she is a mentor, in short, amazing
I came back from 905 Forum with one main assignment- to complete my first book on health care
EJ is partnering with me and making it reality as we speak
Thanksgiving is a time to give thanks- so thanks, EJ and thanks, IBI!
Best wishes, Mary Z
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Mary F. Zesiewicz, M.D.
Medical Director
Inspirempower International
www.wholelifequest.com
The Inspirempower Foundation
www.inspiref.org
Reflections for Labor Day
Posted on Aug. 31, 2005 at 9:49 PM by Mary F. Zesiewicz, M.D. - 3 Comments - Post Comment - Link
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Holiday Reflections
On this Labor Day, we spend time with friends and family and celebrate our hard work and the fruits of our labors.
But how we spend the holiday weekend doesnt so often celebrate our health. Rich desserts, barbecues (heaped with high sugar barbecue sauces), beer and bratwurst, leaves us fatigued, needing to put our feet up and wishing to take another day off to recover.
In fact, the state of our diets is as bad as it has ever been. Although we are surrounded by healthy choices, fast food intake is on the rise. And so are the rates of obesity and secondary health challenges. Rates of heart disease and diabetes are at an all time high.
On some level, as a nation we are busier than we have ever been. Time has become one of our most valued commodities. 'Eat and run' is a part of our daily lives.
But without our good health, everything in our lives comes to a screeching halt. Ask anyone who has suffered or who is afflicted with a chronic illness. Confined to home, life becomes empty and at times hopeless. Ask anyone with any chronic health conditions.
The good news is that we can do alot right here and now to prevent chronic conditions. And if we do have health challenges, we can do alot to restore our lives.
Good nutrition is a key factor in restoring and maintaining our good health, and in turn the quality of our lives.
Changes in our daily food habits take time. This is why crash diets invariably fail. A slow and steady approach is much more likely to be ingrained for life.
Exercise: Think of some foods you eat on a regular basis that lack real nutritonal value. One by one, replace these items with healthier choices. This can take weeks to months. It's OK!
Aim to eat as much food in its fresh and natural state. Raw vegetables, fruits, nuts, seeds are great snacks and meals. Experiment with shakes and smoothies. Go to your local Wild Oats or Whole Foods and sample items in the deli counter. Get ideas from friends, try things out and make this work for you!
If your are eating healthy, congratulations! And support your friends who may need your help with improving their diets.
Good health is a gift we give to ourselves. Be patient with yourself but stick with it. You're worth it!
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Mary F. Zesiewicz, M.D.
Medical Director
Inspirempower International
www.wholelifequest.com
The Inspirempower Foundation
www.inspiref.org
Good health- a great gift
Posted on Jul. 7, 2005 at 10:18 PM by Mary F. Zesiewicz, M.D. - 4 Comments - Post Comment - Link
Good health is among our greatest blessings; with it we can achieve all we were created to achieve; we can enjoy and appreciate our relationships and the beauty and wonder that surrounds us. Those of us who either have health challenges or help those who do, have so much to teach. Never take our health for granted. Never abuse our bodies. Set limits with jobs and lifestyles that promote abusing our bodies.
Typically our health is something we dont think about or take for granted until something goes awry.
Preventative health is a proactive gift we give ourselves.
Each of us has unique needs and health challenges.
We look forward to helping you listen to your body's wisdom in your endeavors to attain and maintain good health.....
Blessings,
Dr Mary Z
Mary F. Zesiewicz, M.D.
Medical Director
Inspirempower International
Colorado Springs/Denver
719-648-3299
Mary F. Zesiewicz, M.D.
Medical Director
Inspirempower International
www.wholelifequest.com
The Inspirempower Foundation
www.inspiref.org
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