Women's health

Romantic Comedy Girl and laughter

July 18, 2011 By Trudy Scott 3 Comments

I’m sharing this wonderfully funny and romantic blog called The Musings of a Romantic Comedy Girl because I’m a big fan of laughter and if you’ve been following my blog posts you’ll know that I’m a BIG romantic at heart (see this post about Charlene marrying her prince https://www.everywomanover29.com/blog/monaco-wedding-jitters-tips-charlenes-wedding-to-her-prince/).

These are just two of my favorite posts:

Girls, if you want to get a man, get your Curve on!
http://romanticcomedygirl.wordpress.com/2011/06/11/girls-if-you-want-to-get-a-man-get-your-curve-on/

And, Bubble Bath Blues
http://romanticcomedygirl.wordpress.com/2010/11/07/hello-world/

There is much evidence supporting the mood benefits of laughter. In fact a 2011 study looking at laughter therapy in the elderly found it improved cognition and sleep, as well as depression! Laughter is wonderful whatever age you are. It’s also great for anxiety and I write about it in The Antianxiety Food Solution (www.antianxietyfoodsolution.com).

Be warned: some of it is quite naughty and even a bit shocking to me (!!), but I have such a good laugh when I read these posts that I really wanted to share it! Also, I love the fact that Romantic Comedy Girl is being real and vulnerable – something us women all should be. Finally, I also want to support the author, who I know personally and who is still choosing to remain anonymous for now!

Enjoy and have a good laugh!

The biochemistry of self-confidence, anxiety, motivation and focus

October 31, 2010 By Trudy Scott 12 Comments

Nutrient and neurotransmitter deficiencies (as well as hormonal imbalances) can contribute to poor self-confidence, low motivation and the blahs, feeling negative and being overly self-critical.

Poor self-confidence, worry, overwhelm, anxiety and negativity could all be signs of low serotonin. Serotonin levels can be increased by:

Eating enough good quality protein since protein provides amino acids for making neurotransmitters. Some examples of good quality protein: grass-fed organic beef, New Zealand lamb (which is always grass-fed and free of hormones and antibiotics), pastured eggs and chicken (preferable) or second best, organic, wild fish and seafood.
Eating plenty of veggies, fruit, good fats – all part of a whole foods diet – provides all the cofactors necessary for making neurotransmitters.
Exercise, sunshine and the use of a full-spectrum lamp also raises serotonin.
And of course you’ll feel more confident, less overwhelmed and anxious, and more optimistic very soon (5-10 minutes) after taking one of the amazing amino acids tryptophan or 5-HTP.

With sufficient levels of serotonin you will also sleep better, and you will not have the afternoon and evening sugar cravings that are common with low serotonin.

If you have low motivation, the blahs and feel depressed (the kind of depression where you don’t want to see anyone), these could be signs of low catecholamines. If this is the case, you’re also likely to also have low energy and poor focus, and possibly feel like you are all over the map (kind of like ADD). Just so you know, negativity can be a sign of low serotonin and low catecholamines and many people have deficiencies in both areas.

Again, eating enough good quality protein and eating real food is crucial.
The amazing amino acid tyrosine can do wonders (also in 5-10 minutes) to raise catecholamines and get you super-motivated, laser-focused and full of energy.

And with good levels of catecholamines you won’t be drawn to sugary foods or beverages for an energy pick-up.

Here is additional information on the amino acids and how to do a trial

Sweet misery & sugar wisdom in the Sacramento magazine

October 30, 2010 By Trudy Scott 14 Comments

I was recently interviewed (together with Dr Dennis Godby ND and Monica Randel, RD) by Cathy Cassinos-Carr for an article in the Health section of The Sacramento Magazine. It is called Sweet Misery: Seven spoonfuls of wisdom about sugar. Cathy has done an amazing job explaining why we don’t want sugar in our diets!

“Sugar can raise cholesterol, it suppresses the immune system, it has been connected to cancer, it masks other problems (such as anxiety or depression), it speeds the aging process, it is linked to candida, IBS and other digestive problems, and finally it can prevent us from eating the good stuff”.

“Craving sugar does not mean we’re weak or that we’re a failure. It means we’ve got some brain chemistry, nutrient or hormonal imbalances that need fixing, or perhaps candida. Quitting [sugar] is not about willpower.”—Trudy Scott

Read the whole article here http://www.sacmag.com/media/Sacramento-Magazine/August-2010/Health-Sweet-Misery/

No coffee, adrenal support and amino acids: free of anxiety, high energy and great sleep!

October 30, 2010 By Trudy Scott 21 Comments

This is such a great client testimonial that I really want to share it here on my blog. It shows how a few small changes can make the world of difference; that you don’t have to resort to drugs for anxiety or sleep or energy drinks for fatigue! And that you can feel on top on the world!

Everyone is unique, so find the root cause of your problems. For Sylvie, it was quitting coffee, supporting her adrenals nutritionally and rebalancing her neurotransmitters with amino acids.

When my energy level started to go down and my anxiety level kept going up for no apparent reason I started to look for ways to change that. I could not understand why since I knew I was eating pretty well and exercising regularly. This is when I attended a workshop on “5 Main Reasons for Anxiety and 3 Simple Dietary Changes” by Trudy Scott. Trudy was talking about neurotransmitters and amino acids which I had never heard of before. During my first visit in her office she introduced me to amino acids and recommended a particular test (Adrenal Stress Index). I started feeling the benefit of the amino acids right away – less anxiety and more energy. When the results from the test came back it was very obvious that I needed extra supplements. I always thought that if you eat well you don’t need anything else but I realized that sometimes food is just not enough! And the right type of supplements can really help you get back to where you want to be! The only dietary change I made was to stop coffee. I did not believe at first that it would make any difference since I only had 1 cup a day! But it did. And every time I doubt it and have one coffee again I feel the difference! Now, with all these changes I have zero anxiety, a high energy level and I sleep very well.

For other testimonials about the amazing healing power of food and nutrients: https://www.everywomanover29.com/testimonials.html

Do you crave sugar all the time, use willpower and feel deprived?

October 27, 2010 By Trudy Scott 10 Comments

Crave, crave not — Here I am outside the Crave restaurant in Phoenix, AZ – I can help you to “Crave Not” without feeling deprived and no will-power required! (photo taken by my wonderful friend and fellow nutritionist, Robin Nielsen)

Do you crave sugar all the time, use willpower and feel deprived?

? Are your sugar cravings out of control?

? Are you the queen of willpower – sometimes – and then you slip up?

? Do you feel guilty when you do slip up and indulge?

? Do you feel deprived when you aren’t eating sugar?

? Do you feel awful when you are eating sugar?

? Is sugar comforting for you and do you LOVE certain foods?

? Does the mention of chocolate or ice-cream bring a smile to your face?

? Do you find yourself substituting “healthier” sweeteners like agave, stevia, honey, dried fruits etc? (sugar is sugar! If you crave that sweet taste you have an issue – really!)

? Do you use sugar for an energy pick-up and mood boost?

? Do you eat sugar to calm down?

If you answer yes to at least three of the above questions then it’s very probable that you have sugar and carb cravings that could be the result of one of the following:

? what you eat – so skip the junk food, processed food and even healthy whole wheat bread if you have an intolerance to it. Eat real whole food instead.

? when you eat – so don’t skip breakfast and eat frequently enough to keep your blood sugar stable

? how much protein you eat – have protein at breakfast and at each meal and snack (about a palm-sized portion at each meal)

? low zinc levels (which are very common) – assess and address with supplements and/or a zinc-rich diet (red meat and oysters are a great source)

? burned out adrenals – do a saliva test to assess and address nutrient-wise, slow down and de-stress

? low levels of certain neurotransmitters such as serotonin or endorphins – assess and address with the amazing amino acids like tryptophan, 5-HTP or DPA

? candida and yeast infections – assess and get on an anti-candida program

? toxins and pollution – do a detox at least twice a year

The first place I often start with my sugar-addicted clients is with the amazing amino acids and they see really dramatic results in few days, often in 24 hours! And they have more energy and focus, they sleep better, their mood improves, and worry and anxiety disappear. This way it’s also so much easier to make all the food changes without it having to be a pure will-power thing and so you won’t feel deprived. We do of course also address all the other possible causes, as a holistic approach is the way to go.

If you address the root causes of your cravings then you won’t have to use will-power (really!) and sugar becomes a “take it or leave it” deal (really!) and you won’t feel deprived (really!).

If you need the support and guidance and are ready for this, contact me to set up a complimentary 15 minute consultation. All my programs are listed here https://www.everywomanover29.com/services.html It’s the perfect time to get your cravings under control before the holidays!

10 Unique Ways to Support You During Breast Cancer Awareness Month

October 17, 2010 By Trudy Scott 20 Comments

This month is National Breast Cancer Awareness month. And I have 10 unique ways for you to be informed about breast cancer prevention and treatment options. This information was provided by Ellyn Hilliard, MS, Holistic Nutrition (www.cancersurvivorzone.com). Ellyn is wonderful colleague and cancer nutritionist. We met a number of years ago as I was starting my second career as a nutritionist. I did my nutrition internship with her and what a truly wonderful and educational experience that was. I learned so much from Ellyn – about nutrition in general, doing workshops, working with clients, running a business and how powerful nutrition and other natural approaches are for cancer (both for prevention and for recovery).

A few months ago I had a scare – two large red inflamed marks on one of my breasts that remained for over a month – and Ellyn was the first person I approached. The red marks looked very much like Inflammatory Breast Cancer (IBC) – a type of cancer that is very aggressive and one that I had not ever heard of. Knowing what I could be up against and knowing I had options that did not include surgery, radiation or chemotherapy, was extremely empowering. I suspect now that the red marks were in fact spider bites.

Do you have a plan for breast cancer? Do you know about prevention and treatment options that don’t include surgery, radiation or chemotherapy? Here is some information to get you started…

10 Unique Ways to Support You During Breast Cancer Awareness Month.

By Ellyn Hilliard, MS. (www.cancersurvivorzone.com)

1. Learn to Juice – Buy a cheap juicer on Craig’s List and juice VEGETABLES.

2. Increase Your Circulation – Run, Bike, Sauna, Take COQ10, Loofa, massage….

3. Learn how cosmetic surgery can destroy the estrogen storage that is so critical to health.

4. Have a Breast exam and learn how to do it yourself. Avoid unnecessary mammograms.

5. Find out how relationships contribute to breast cancer. Fix your primary relationship.

6. Reduce the stresses in your life. Calm the nervous system. Meditate, go on a walk…

7. Start to look at chemicals in your life. Find natural alternatives to cleaning products.

8. Vitamin Therapy is the best way to address deficiency in the diet. See a Nutritionist.

9. Wake up to the minimal benefits of chemotherapy. Read the archives of www.cancerdecisions.com and learn about more effective ways to deal with diagnosis.

10. Research. The web is a plentiful resource for finding “real” information and forums.