On the internet you will find magic-sounding solutions to anxiety, depression, brain fog, and fatigue.
Eat this ancient mushroom! Wear this crystal! Hang upside down!
If only felt better as simple as that.
Focusing on just one food or supplement is like wearing a raincoat that only covers your left shoulder.
It just isn’t enough to get you through the storms of life.
First, nutrition only accounts for part of the mental and emotional health picture.
Things like exercise, stress management, sleep, social support, and a sense of purpose are also important for feeling balanced, strong, and competent.
Second, mental and emotional health depends on a lot of different nutrients from a lot of different food.
(It’s an ancient mushroom Not Your nutritional panacea.)
In the infographic below, you’ll find ways to build a better “raincoat” for mental and emotional health — one that lasts (and for the whole body).
If you are a coach…
Remember your scope of practice: You cannot recommend specific foods, drinks or supplements as a treatment for depression, anxiety or any other medical condition. That’s what your client’s doctor is for.
Here’s what you CAN do….
- Support clients as they put their doctor’s advice into practice
- Listen with curiosity and compassion as customers tell you about their struggles
- Tell customers about supplements that may be helpful — and encourage them to discuss that information with their doctor
- Recommend dietary patterns known to promote mental and emotional health
Download this infographic for your tablet or printer and take the steps to create a diet that helps you think and feel better.
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If you are a health and fitness professional…
Learning how to help clients manage stress and optimize sleep can dramatically change your client’s outcomes.
They will “not tire” and ultimately move forward — whether they want to eat better, exercise more, lose weight, or regain their health.
Plus, it will give you confidence and credibility as a specialist coach who can tackle the biggest problems that stand in the way of any client’s progress.
Completely new Certified in sleep, stress management and recovery training PN Level 1 will show you how.
