Introducing the CRT Savings Pass
Making WELLNESS affordable.
If you think about it, having "health" insurance is something that works only when you are "sick". In most cases one must reach a deductible of several hundred to thousands of dollars per year in order to utilize the so called "health benefits". What if you had a CRT Savings Pass that enabled you to receive regular CRT to help keep you well? What if your overall body systems were restored to optimal function and you found yourself not getting sick? Well, here at the CRT Wellness Center of Sarasota, your wellness is our top priority.
Single Adult - $2,000.00 per year Two Adults - $4,000.00 per year Family package - $5,000.00 per year (children must be under 18 years of age and living with parents) All passes can be billed monthly, or simply paid in full.
The CRT Savings Pass includes the benefit of discounts on all products and services offered.
doTerra Essential Oils to Rejuvenate Energy Levels
If you are feeling depleted, essential oils can be a gentle and safe way to rejuvenate your energy and invigorate your senses. Essential oils are typically blended into and applied with a thicker carrier oil (such as coconut, grapeseed, jojoba, or almond). With this method, you can massage the oil into your feet, behind your ears, or along pulse points on your arms and legs.
Essential oils also can be inhaled ("air therapy") much the way one inhales the aroma of a good meal. Hold the bottle a few inches below your nose and breathe deeply. Another option is to use an aromatherapy diffuser. It's a great way to use around the house, at your desk, or after a long drive.
These uses of essential oils are believed to stimulate the brain centers that are active in regulating hormones, including those that affect emotion and energy levels. The oils listed below are just a few that are recommended for boosting alertness, elevating mood, and restoring balance when you feel fatigued. Check with your wellness practitioner to see if these oils are right for you.
Energy-boosting oils can be blended or used individually. Remember, these oils are stimulating, so you would not want to use them within a few hours of going to sleep.
- Wild Orange (Citrus sinensis) uplifting, refreshing, and energizing.
- Ginger (Zingiber officinale) has a stimulating fragrance that can boost motivation when you feel sluggish.
- Lemon/Lime (Citrus limon/Citrus aurantifolia) are energizing, cleansing scents that can help dispel worry and clear emotional confusion.
- Peppermint/Spearmint (Mentha piperita/Mentha spicata) both can awaken mental activity and help relieve fatigue. Spearmint has a sweeter, less medicinal scent than peppermint.
- Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) helps calm anxiety and boost mental alertness.
Mindful Eating
The race is on! Cooking, cleaning, hosting, visiting, and tackling a holiday shopping list that is growing faster the summer's weeds. Before you know it, the table is set and you're serving the holiday meal. This year, though, is going to be different--you're going to sit down and savor the cornucopia of flavors and the good company at your table.
The art of Mindful Eating... When you eat mindfully, you are in tune with the aroma, taste, and texture of food. You become much more aware of your appetite--just how hungry are you? And, you become more sensitive to the feeling of fullness, so you'll be less likely to overeat. Mindful eating brings enjoyment back to mealtime.
4 Ways to Slow Down and Savor Your Holiday Meal
Pause & Connect. After you give thanks for your meal, but before you pick up your fork, take a moment to connect with your appetite. How hungry are you... really? Of all the glorious food on the table before you, what are you truly hungry for? What flavors will nourish you and replenish your energy? Try not to choose foods out of habit. Fill your plate first with the foods your body most needs. Then, embellish your plate with smaller amounts of those traditional holiday favorites.
Clear Digital Distractions. Although it's less likely at holiday time when family and friends gather from near and far, it's easy to forget to turn off the digital devices that are such a huge part of our lives. Sure, someone will complain about missing a "key play" in the big game, but what's more important? :)
Take Bites, Not Gulps. Instead of shoveling food into your mouth, take smaller bites and focus on chewing and tasting it. Pause between bites to set your utensils down and breathe.
Engage All the Senses. The taste of food is just one way to appreciate it. Throughout your meal, notice how food smells and how it looks on the plate. Notice the colors and the textures. Consider the nutrients that the food will provide for you. Appreciate every aspect of eating (and celebrating) the holiday meal.
Cranberry Orange Biscotti
Almost too good to be true ... vegan, gluten-free, cranberry orange biscotti are a delicious treat to enjoy with a cup of tea or your preferred after-dinner elixir. Even the kids will love them!
Ingredients:- 1 1/4 cups blanched almond flour
- 1 T arrowroot powder
- 1/4 tsp Celtic sea salt*
- 1/4 tsp baking soda
- 1/4 cup local/raw honey
- 2 tsp orange zest
- 1/4 cup dried cranberries
- 1/4 cup pistachios
- In a food processor, combine almond flour, arrowroot powder, salt, and baking soda.
- Pulse until ingredients are well combined.
- Pulse in local/raw honey and orange zest until the dough forms a ball.
- Remove dough from food processor and work in cranberries and pistachios with your hands.
- Form dough into 2 logs on a parchment-lined baking sheet.
- Bake at 350°F for 15 minutes, then remove from oven and cool for 1 hour.
- Cut the logs into 1/2-inch slices on the diagonal with a very sharp knife.
- Spread slices out on a baking sheet and bake at 300°F for 12-15 minutes.
- Remove from oven and allow to cool, set, and become crispy.
* Celtic Sea Salt has a stronger taste than other salts. If you find your biscotti too salty for your liking, try reducing to a little less than a 1/4 tsp.
CRT with Digestive Enzymes
With CRT, I've seen great improvements for those with Digestive Issues. That said, occasionally we need a little added help. The digestive system has an intricate relationship with all other systems in the body, including the immune, endocrine, and nervous systems. If your digestive system cannot properly digest food, absorb nutrients, and eliminate waste products from the body, then it becomes very difficult to maintain optimal health. Even if you eat an ideal diet, if you experience a great deal of stress, have an underlying medical condition, or are taking medications that affect digestive processes, you can experience digestive difficulties and have problems absorbing nutrients. CRT is my first recommendation!
Digestive enzymes are proteins that facilitate specific chemical reactions to break down food (e.g., carbohydrates, fats, and proteins) into smaller, absorbable components. CRT with Digestive Enzyme Supplements (DES) are a natural remedy for many conditions that have a root cause in the digestive system, including food sensitivity, allergies, behavioral disorders, and other health conditions that may be related to a nutrient deficiency.
Your health practitioner may suggest taking a plant-based DES with meals along with regular CRT. DES are usually derived from pineapple (bromelain) or papaya (papain). Another source of DES is derived from microbes and includes varieties of lipase, amylase, protease, and lactase, which all have unique effects in the digestive process.
The medical premise for a DES is to facilitate thorough digestion of food and to prevent foodstuffs from lingering in the gut where they can generate unfavorable bacteria and yeast (at the expense of healthy gut bacteria). Regular CRT and Digestive enzyme supplements may also enhance the nutrition received from the foods you eat, which is good for the whole body. Research shows that regular CRT, or taking a DES can promote bowel movement regularity, reduce or eliminate other gastric disturbances such as reflux or gas, and ease the symptoms of food intolerance (e.g., lactose).
Digestive enzymes can be used by adults and children alike, but consult your practitioner for proper dosage. Do not take digestive enzymes without the input of your doctor if you have active stomach or duodenal ulcers, inflammation of the bowels, bleeding disorders, or are scheduled for surgery.
CRT, for enhancing health benefits and overall wellness, is a perfect choice for all ages; newborn to grandparents.
References
I will give thanks to you, Lord, with all my heart; I will tell of all your wonderful deeds. Psalm 9:1
Happy Thanksgiving!
