Women and Nutrition in our Industrial Age: What to Choose

The role that nutrition plays in our overall well-being proves that we truly are what we eat. There is no “one size fits all” solution when it comes to wellness.

Estrogen and Testosterone decline with age, and our body produces Cholesterol to compensate for this loss. However, if we’re stressed, the body is unable to produce Cholesterol and it produces Cortisol instead. With the increase of Cortisol, we tend to crave more glucose and reach for more sugar in our diet as a result. The increased intake of sugar eventually translates to increased fat, more specifically in the gut area.

Dr. Hall uses the analogy of a car to compare to hormones and how all parts need to be working properly to drive efficiently. Testosterone and Estrogen are the tires of the car, Cortisol is the gas in the tank, Thyroid is the engine. It is important to keep your hormones regulated to control the underlying issue rather than to cover it up with medication and never get to the source of the problem. Hormone Replacement Therapy, offered by Quantum Health & Wellness, is one major solution to this common issue.

Leaky gut is also a major issue in terms of nutrition as it can lead to multiple health issues, including: Autism, Celiac Disease, Pancreatitis, Chronic Fatigue Syndrome and Migraines to name a few. Gut Health is extremely important to keep the rest of our body functioning properly, as well as healthy brain function. “Leaky gut=leaky brain” according to Dr. Hall.

Many believe that Psoriasis, Eczema and other common skin conditions are due to skin disorders and irritation. Dr. Hall claims this isn’t the case, and that they stem from poor diet. Oftentimes, babies who develop eczema are getting their nutrients from their mother while she is pregnant and then breastfeeding, and if her diet is poor, this can lead to skin issues in babies.

Overall, regulating stress is crucial to the wellness of the body as the increase of Cortisol leads us to crave unhealthy foods, which leads to fatigue, decreased energy, etc. Thankfully, Quantum offers multiple services to help combat stress in the body, including: float therapy, massage therapy and personal training services. Be sure to keep your health in check with a nutritious diet to ensure you’re feeling your best and that your body is functioning as well as it should.  Watch the full video here: https://www.facebook.com/quantumhealthmhk/videos/1522300291225364/