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How Sugar Affects Our Kid’s Health

Apr 1, 2018 | Detox & Wellness

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You are what you eat. This is familiar phrase used around the world. Everyone knows this phrase as it is often used to encourage a healthy diet or a dietary change. However, are we really what we eat? Let’s be realistic. There are many people worldwide who hope they are not what they eat.

It is no secret that on a global level, obesity is one the rise. People are getting fatter and fatter every year, and with the weight gain comes a shorter life expectancy. Do you really want to shorten your life span? Sadly, in today’s world, many children are hooked on pizza, fast food, sweets, fried foods, pre-packaged frozen foods and have difficulty in naming fresh vegetables.

The biggest culprit of obesity is sugar, and unfortunately, sugar is everywhere. While many people know the dangers of carbonated, fizzy drinks, they are still consuming them at an alarming rate. Natural sugars can be found in fruit and vegetables, however, it is the added sugars that we need to worry about. To understand if sugar has been added to your food, it’s important to read labels and to remember that even if something says it’s sugar-free, chances are that it isn’t as sugar is often labeled by a variety of other names.

Jamie Oliver’s Teach Every Child About Food

British celebrity chef and restaurateur, Jamie Oliver, suggests that if there is to be a change from such eating habits, everyone will need to help in creating a better and longer life, especially for future generations. Many countries around the world are unhealthy and there are high obesity rates around the globe.

Jamie Oliver breaks it down into a pyramid which consists of Main Street (fast food companies), home and school and says that everyone involved in this pyramid needs to step up to break the vicious cycle of getting fatter and fatter and shorter lifespans.

In Jamie’s pyramid, Main Street is made up of fast food companies and supermarkets. The supermarkets are plagued by misleading labels. For example, low in fat means high in sugar. Home represents the homes we belong to and live in, where unfortunately unhealthy food is often served as it’s often viewed as more convenient than taking the time to prep and cook a more healthy meal. School is obviously where the majority of children spend their time. Again, it’s an unfortunate situation as most schools serve highly processed foods such as burgers, pizza and sloppy joes as well as flavored milk full of sugar instead of normal white milk. All of these factors combined lead to childhood obesity which carries over into adulthood and shortens a person’s lifespan.

In Jamie’s vision for the future, he envisions all three parts of the pyramid getting on board for a healthier lifestyle and healthier eating. He suggests adding Food Ambassadors to popular supermarket and retail chains which help customers shop and teach them about healthier recipes. He also hopes that world governments will help get big brands to help put food education at the heart of their businesses. After all, education is key. The more you know, the further you’ll go.

Jamie is a passionate chef and really believes in a food revolution that consists of simple, healthy recipes and loads of fresh food to replace unhealthy menus for healthier ones. His touching speech ends with his TED Prize wish: “For you to help a strong, sustainable movement to educate every child about food, inspire families to cook again and empower people everywhere to fight obesity.”

Learn to Live a Healthier Life at Santosa Detox & Wellness Center

If you are looking to make a change in your life, especially where your relationship with food is concerned, come visit us at Santosa. We have a wide variety of detox & wellness programs that can help you ditch old eating habits and kickstart a nutritious vegan diet and restart your system.

For more information, simply fill out the inquiry form below. See you soon at Santosa.

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Full Fast Program

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Full fast is a full cleanse program specially designed to enable maximum results. You will have no food / no juice but only drink water with cleanses drinks and nutrition supplements. Participants of this program will be subjected to the most powerful, yet natural, body detoxification processes. This program is suitable for those who have detoxification experience and are determined to go deeper for cleanse. A thorough pre-cleanse is also important for the full fast.

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Juice Fast Program

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Juice fast is a cleanse program to nourish and detoxify the body by drinking fresh fruits and vegetable juice. The key is to hydrate and nourish your cells with the correct vitamins, enzymes, minerals and antioxidants. Guests participating in the Juice Fast Program have higher energy levels allowing them to take advantage of the various activities available at Santosa Detox & Wellness Center.

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Raw Fast Program

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Raw food fast brings together nutritional science and holistic therapies. This program is recommended for guests looking for a long lasting and sustainable post program experience. With a balanced and nutritionally delicious set raw food menu in addition to the regular fasting supplements and a complete program of daily therapies, including regular cleansing sessions, this program is designed to optimize the detoxification process in every way. A raw food diet has shown to increase energy levels, which is great for taking part in many of Santosa’s activities.

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Cortisol and Adrenal Function in the Body

Mar 26, 2018 | Detox & Wellness

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Cortisol is a stress hormone produced by the adrenal glands. Located in each kidney, the adrenal glands release cortisol in a rhythmic pattern throughout the day. Cortisol influences or regulates many of the changes that occur in the body due to stress including blood sugar levels, blood pressure, immune responses and anti-inflammatory actions. Cortisol also metabolizes fat, protein and carbohydrates to sustain blood glucose levels.

The release of cortisol is regulated by the pituitary gland in the brain and is active during times of both internal and external stress. Cortisol is protective and helps to activate, defend and protect the body. However, the protective effects of cortisol can often occur at the expense of other functions in the body, especially when cortisol levels remain exceptionally high or elevated over a period of time, which is often a result of chronic stress.

The best way to battle the adverse or negative effects of cortisol in the body is through daily stress management. Some good examples of daily stress management include doing something you enjoy, such as a hobby or creative activity, meditating or taking part in an exercise class you enjoy, whether it is gentle or rigorous.

What are the effects of cortisol in the body?

Cortisol is really great for containing and controlling internal inflammation. Cortisol-based medicines are often used to treat asthma, lupus and some forms of arthritis as well as types of cancers that effect the immune system.

However, higher and more prolonged levels of circulating cortisol, especially those associated with chronic stress, have been shown to have negative effects such as blood sugar imbalances, decreased muscle mass, sleep deprivation or disruption, lowered immune functions, slow wound healing and problems with thyroid function.

Increased abdominal fat is also a negative sign of higher levels of circulating cortisol and can lead to more serious health problems such as heart attacks, strokes, lower levels of good cholesterol and higher levels of bad cholesterol. Brain fog and impaired cognitive functions are also signs of too much circulating cortisol.

Cortisol and stress

We know that cortisol plays an important role in the body’s 24-hour cycle as well as defending the body during periods of acute stress. This is normal and natural, however, when stress becomes chronic and cortisol levels remain elevated for a very prolonged period, cortisol can compromise the overall body functions as a whole, especially suppressing the immune system and creating hormone resistance. All of this can lead to diabetes, insomnia, weight gain, fatigue and exhaustion.

It is important to combat stress to keep cortisol levels regulated and to keep us healthy. Daily stress management can help keep cortisol levels in check. Breathing techniques, yoga, meditation and conscious relaxation reduce cortisol levels. Take advantage of daily stress management ideas, breathe deep and keep your stress hormone cortisol in check.

Manage your stress at Santosa Detox & Wellness Center

It is easy to manage your stress at Santosa. Set amongst a jungle-clad hillside, Santosa is a serene wellness retreat on the island of Phuket in southern Thailand. If you are looking for daily stress management activities, Santosa offers yoga, breathwork, meditation and the chance to pamper yourself with a massage. Our One Day Detox, One Day Relax and Spring Clean programs aim at reducing stress and rejuvenating the body. If you are feeling overwhelmed and looking to eradicate stress from your lives, come spend some time with us and slow down.

For further information, simply fill out the inquiry form below. We are looking forward to welcoming you to Santosa Detox & Wellness Center and helping you get on a healthy journey.