Nourished with NAO

Intermittent Fasting with WeFast   I was introduced to FRESHR’s app called WeFast thanks to Nikki!     WeFast is an app supporting women with Intermittent Fasting for optimal health.  IF, also known as timed eating, is eating within a specific window of time, then giving your body a break for the remaining hours of the day.   Why do Intermittent Fasting?  It’s been shown to significantly support weight loss, blood sugar regularity, and autophagy (aka cellular renewal).  You end up feeling slimmer, less brain fog, more energy, a flatter tummy, and a mood boost.   My experience with Intermittent Fasting prior to WeFast was doing it on my own, but only here and there.  So I decided to give myself a challenge and do timed eating every day during the ...

What an 80/20 Lifestyle Actually Means   Having worked with so many clients over the years, this concept has come up a lot.  “All in moderation.”     Being in recovery from an eating disorder taught me that life is never perfect and neither am I.  It’s typically 1 step forward, 2 steps back, especially when you are just beginning to change habits.  But it really struck me when I realized what ab 80/20 moderate approach actually means to some.   I’ve had clients come to me expressing their goals and what they want to achieve, but holding their hands up and changing their tone in an instant when talking about foods that trigger inflammation like gluten, sugar, dairy, and especially, alcohol.     It’s a “Don’t you dare try and take ...

Experiencing Anxiety, Depression, or Stress? Try Ear Seeds.   According to the CDC, “In a given year, about 18 million Americans will suffer from a depressive illness. This is about 9.5% of the adult population.”     Of even greater note, “Anxiety disorders are the most common mental illness in the U.S., affecting 40 million adults in the United States age 18 and older, or 18.1% of the population every year.” ~Anxiety & Depression Association of America   COVID-19 has definitely amplified feelings of stress, anxiety, and depression as well.   "Nearly 2 in 3 adults (65%) say the current amount of uncertainty in our nation causes them stress. Further, 3 in 5 (60%) say the number of issues America faces currently is overwhelming to them. Issues they are stressed about ...

Mental Health for the Holidays   I’m a Business owner, a Mom, and a Wife.  My top priorities are my health, my family and friends, and being of service to the world, in that order.     I can’t show up for the people I love and those I serve if I don’t take care of my health first, especially mental health and emotional wellbeing.  Everything else falls into place when I am caring for myself.   That being said - I’m about to get real with you as a Nutritionist.  While food is very important and contributes to your mental and emotional welling, there is NO perfect diet that can “fix” you and your life.  You can seek to eat “perfectly” and still think negative thoughts about your body and ...

Nik's Picks: Healthy Comfort Food   Who says you can’t “have real cake” and eat it too?  I LOVE finding great swaps that are “win/win” choices when I’m in the mood for satisfying food options that "hit the spot" while being healthy.     Win/win means that I feel great now, and feel great later.  I do my best (though I’m never perfect) to crowd out win/lose habits with those that leave me feeling great all day.  Win/lose means I feel good now but don’t feel great hours and sometimes even DAYS after the fact.  Those types of choices just aren’t worth the aggravation they cause my gut and brain.   So when I have a craving for something sweet, indulgent, savory, salty, creamy, rich, or traditional comfort food I grew ...

What are Ear Seeds and Do they Work?   You may have heard of and/or experienced Traditional Chinese Medicine through the ancient healing practice of Acupuncture.  But have you tried Auriculotherapy through ear seeds?   Auriculotherapy is based on the idea that the ear is a microcosm of your body, connected to the health of your entire system through specific points on the outer ear.     What’s different about Auriculotherapy is that it stimulates points on the auricle (outer ear) without the use of needles!  It’s healing to the nervous system, resulting in so many positive results it’s mind-boggling: better sleep, weight loss, reduced anxiety and depression, reduction of headaches, vertigo, allergies, addiction, chronic pain, and so much more.     Seems almost too good to be true - tiny little ...

Healing from an Ulcer: My Body's Wake-up Call   These last few months have been a whirlwind. High highs, low lows, and virtually everything in between. Amidst all the chaos, my intention and commitment remain constant: to share highly valuable wellness information with you that speaks to what’s important to you right now.    Sometimes…that information comes in the form of a reality check.    For starters, I’ve been needing to share these two key discoveries that inspired this post and what will follow:   A potentially dangerous ulcer that had me in unbearable pain. A potentially dangerous misconception that too many of my clients were buying into.    Let’s just say both needed to be eviscerated and laid to rest.     I’ll start by sharing about the dreaded ulcer.  ...

Wholesome Thanksgiving Sides That Feel Good   Thanksgiving is a holiday meal I hold near and dear to my heart for the traditions, warm comfort food, and family gatherings.  It inspires gratitude, being present with those you love, and reminds me what's most important.   In my family, we pride ourselves on quality food that leaves us feeling good. Rather than feeling anxious over what’s on the menu that could leave us feeling sleepy and weighed down, Matt and I always pour so much love and deliciousness into meal planning.  We wouldn't have Holiday gatherings any other way.   From light kale salads with crispy chickpeas to healthy takes on those Thanksgiving classics, we hope these recipes inspire you to include some dishes that will leave you feeling great!   ...

BIG NEWS: I closed the NAO Wellness Brick-and-Mortar   I couldn’t share about this for so long and the wait is finally over.     It took a year for everything to finally clear, but closing the space was the best decision and one I am forever grateful for.   Of course, I’ll miss having the infrared sauna services, chiropractic, and reiki healing sessions we provided, as well as the gorgeous, healing energy of the space. I’m so proud of the very successful 4 years we had there.  We built it from the ground up, out of pocket with NO financial support, and still managed to pay off our loan in only 8 months! For this type of real estate in Manhattan that was truly a feat in and of itself!   ...

Refer this Healing Product and Make $5K Passive Income   When I experienced the incredible power of Ear Seeds in my own life, and for my child’s life, I knew I had to find a way to share it with everyone in a way that benefited their health and the health of their work. Yet with such a massive goal, I knew I couldn’t accomplish it alone.   After creating NAO Wellness Ear Seed Kits, our new Product line, I took it a step further and created an entire online education system that shows you how to incorporate Ear Seeds into your practice, your business, and your personal life step-by-step, making this dream passive income stream a reality.   Whether you are a Wholesaler, Affiliate, or both, you don’t have ...