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		<title>Why Weight Loss Shouldn&#8217;t Be Your Goal</title>
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		<pubDate>Mon, 27 Jul 2020 09:42:29 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[If You Have Long Term Inflammation Issues &#8211; Here’s 7 Reasons Weight Loss Shouldn’t Be Your Goal. If you struggle with: Gut issues Headaches Skin issues Autoimmune Other inflammatory issues Your focus should be on what we call the the Top Down Approach. You have to make sure&#8230; 1. The brain is healthy &#8211; sounds extreme but many people have issues with swallowing food, with constipation and yeast issues. Moreover, if you struggle with smell, taste and saliva production, these are further signs of brain dysfunction. Much of this is due to poor signalling of the brain (parasympathetic nervous system) 2. Ensure adequate levels of stomach acid and enzymes. As you age, with stress &#38; infections you drive down stomach<span class="excerpt-hellip"> […]</span>]]></description>
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<p>If You Have Long Term Inflammation Issues &#8211; Here’s 7 Reasons Weight Loss Shouldn’t Be Your Goal.</p>



<p>If you struggle with:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list"><li>Gut issues</li><li>Headaches</li><li>Skin issues</li><li>Autoimmune</li><li>Other inflammatory issues</li></ul>



<p>Your focus should be on what we call the the<strong> Top Down Approach.</strong></p>



<p>You have to make sure&#8230;</p>



<p></p>



<p>1. The brain is healthy &#8211; sounds extreme but many people have issues with swallowing food, with constipation and yeast issues.</p>



<p>Moreover, if you struggle with smell, taste and saliva production, these are further signs of brain dysfunction.</p>



<p>Much of this is due to poor signalling of the brain (parasympathetic nervous system)</p>



<p></p>



<p>2. Ensure adequate levels of stomach acid and enzymes.</p>



<p>As you age, with stress &amp; infections you drive down stomach acid which ruins things like protein digestion.</p>



<p>Often people that say ‘protein makes me feel heavy’ are struggling here.</p>



<p></p>



<p>3. Gallbladder issues.</p>



<p>If you are lucky to still have this, the production and flow of bile is essential.</p>



<p>With poor flow, you will become deficient in fat soluble vitamins.</p>



<p>Meaning you will struggle with sex hormone production (and any day based hormones)</p>



<p></p>



<p>4. Intestinal valve issues.</p>



<p>When the above is present you are at greater risk of SIBO, a condition when you have a reflow of bacteria into the small intestine.</p>



<p>If this is you, you’ll find that HIGH FODMAP foods will be a real struggle for you.</p>



<p></p>



<p>5. Immune barrier (leaky gut)</p>



<p>Many practitioners try to fix this issue first and it’s pointless if you don’t address the above issues.</p>



<p>Moreover, you have to ensure your immune system is working well.</p>



<p>If you are reacting to lots of foods, have skin issues, migraines and such like,</p>



<p>Calming the immune response becomes upmost important.</p>



<p></p>



<p>6. Microbiome Diversity.</p>



<p>We are 100% that the diversity of the microbiome is shrinking in the western world.</p>



<p>Low diversity is associated to more diseases than I can write here.</p>



<p>When we eat the same meals all the time,</p>



<p>Have low fibre diets</p>



<p>Drink alcohol in excess</p>



<p>Don’t sleep well&#8230;</p>



<p>All negativity effect microbiome health.</p>



<p></p>



<p>7. Chronic infections (large intestine)</p>



<p>Your large intestine is home to a huge array of diverse bacteria / yeast and much more.</p>



<p>However, when we get stressed, get travel illnesses, over exercise, have a poor diet.</p>



<p>We fail to protect ourselves from infections, both bacterial and parasites.</p>



<p>I could write 10 more with ease but hopefully you get the idea why so many people struggle to lose weight</p>



<p>And keep it off.</p>



<p>That’s why on the women only WOW program we address inflammation and show you how to correct it,</p>



<p>As when you do.</p>



<p>Weight loss is EASY.</p>



<p>And good news, this weeks live training in the group will run you through exactly how to action the above.</p>



<p>Plus, if you join in the next few days you save yourself 25%</p>



<p>Drop us a message to see if it’s a good fit.</p>



<p>It’s not just a weight loss program, it’s a transformation program.</p>



<p>C x</p>
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		<title>3 Types of Brain Inflammation</title>
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		<pubDate>Thu, 14 Jan 2021 10:21:07 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[3 Types Of Brain Inflammation (And How to change it)

Brain inflammation is often thought as dementia or
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<p>3 Types Of Brain Inflammation (And How to change it)</p>



<p>Brain inflammation is often thought as dementia or Alzheimer&#8217;s disease, when in reality it’s more complex. </p>



<p>When I screen new clients, I always do a neurological assessment. </p>



<p>People that are at most risk of brain inflammation are: </p>



<ul class="wp-block-list"><li><strong>People over 60</strong> (sadly an increase in brain inflammation is associated with age _</li><li><strong>People who have experienced a TBI</strong> (traumatic brain injury) </li><li><strong>People that have blacked out and suffered concussions</strong></li><li><strong>People with Autoimmune issues</strong> (especially IBD). </li></ul>



<p></p>



<p>However, it gets a little more complex than that.</p>



<p>If you are in poor health (like high blood pressure / stressed / diabetes) </p>



<p>THEN bump your head… </p>



<p>…You become WAY <em>more</em> susceptible to inflammation issues. </p>



<p>Now, because the brain doesn’t have pain receptors, inflammation shows up in many different ways like…</p>



<p>… Brain Fog, Low mind endurance, unresponsive depression, poor motor skills (balance etc). </p>



<p>Furthermore, when we work with people, we want to know what stage someone falls into with brain inflammation. </p>



<p>First stage is <strong>‘Transient’ </strong>Symptoms include: </p>



<ul class="wp-block-list"><li>Brain fog</li><li>Noticeable variations in mental speed</li><li>Reduced brain endurance</li><li>Brain fatigue after certain foods, smells or chemicals. </li></ul>



<p></p>



<p>Then we move onto more <strong>moderate inflammation</strong>: </p>



<ul class="wp-block-list"><li>Depression </li><li>Inability to concentrate for long periods </li><li>Sleepiness</li><li>Lethargy </li><li>Lack of motivation</li><li>Loss of appetite </li><li>Inability to be physically active</li></ul>



<p></p>



<p>Then we have the <strong>most severe stage</strong>:</p>



<ul class="wp-block-list"><li>Delirium / confusion</li><li>Dementia</li><li>Coma</li><li>Seizures </li><li>Difficulty speaking </li><li>Trembling</li></ul>



<p></p>



<p>You should notice that many of the symptom in the first category,</p>



<p>MANY people have on a day to day basis and learn to live with. </p>



<p>It’s not necessary. </p>



<p>That&#8217;s why myself and Marta have put together a 90 minute workshop to show you how identify your brain inflammation and reverse it with lifestyle changes. </p>



<p>Now of course, if you are stage three, go to your primary healthcare practitioner, but if you fall in the first 2 categories..</p>



<p>Our next workshop will blow your mind and give you a map to set yourself free. </p>



<p>To have the focus, the energy and happiness you miss. </p>



<p>And its all for just £47. </p>



<p>Yep, you read that right. </p>



<p>We want to reach as many people as possible with this workshop so we’d love to have you join us, and anyone you know. </p>



<p><strong>I’ll make a BOLD promise right now</strong>&#8230; </p>



<p>If you attend and it doesn’t BLOW you away, I&#8217;ll refund your money on the spot.</p>



<p><strong>No questions asked.</strong></p>



<p>Join my 90 Minute Masterclass &#8211; January 19th &#8211; just 24 hours left to grab your early bird seat for less than £50 &#8211; <a href="http://bit.ly/brain-inflammation-workshop">join us here</a> </p>



<p>If you have any questions and want to get in touch you can do so <a href="https://cliffandmarta.com/application/" data-type="page" data-id="2364">here</a></p>
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		<title>6 Steps To Save Your Brain.</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 19 Jan 2021 10:38:08 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[If you think your memory declining, forgetfulness, low zest for life and depression are a sign of ageing. It&#8217;s not correct. More than ever, young people are suffering with the above without having an idea of how to solve it. Essentially you have to look at these 6 steps: 1. Learn HOW the brain works 2. Assess your current brain function 3. Understand the role of blood sugar management in brain health 4. Understand the role of gut health / food sensitivities in brain health 5. Techniques Increase blood flow to the brain &#38; decrease stress 6. How to tame inflammation. These are the 6 steps that will help people reverse their brain fog, lift their mood and feel years<span class="excerpt-hellip"> […]</span>]]></description>
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<p>If you think your memory declining, forgetfulness, low zest for life and depression are a sign of ageing.</p>



<p>It&#8217;s not correct. </p>



<p>More than ever, young people are suffering with the above without having an idea of how to solve it. </p>



<p>Essentially you have to look at these 6 steps:</p>



<p>1. Learn HOW the brain works </p>



<p>2. Assess your current brain function </p>



<p>3. Understand the role of blood sugar management in brain health</p>



<p>4. Understand the role of gut health / food sensitivities in brain health </p>



<p>5. Techniques Increase blood flow to the brain &amp; decrease stress</p>



<p>6. How to tame inflammation. </p>



<p>These are the 6 steps that will help people reverse their brain fog, lift their mood and feel years younger. </p>



<p>We will be going in depth on each of these areas on our 90 minute workshop tonight, Tuesday 19th Jan. <a href="https://bit.ly/brain-inflammation-workshop" data-type="URL" data-id="https://bit.ly/brain-inflammation-workshop">Want to join us? </a></p>
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		<title>Depression &#8211; It&#8217;s NOT the brains fault</title>
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		<pubDate>Tue, 26 Jan 2021 12:27:34 +0000</pubDate>
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					<description><![CDATA[Depression, its not the brains fault. The lie many have been sold over and over is that depression is caused by an imbalance of the chemicals in the brain. I&#8217;ll not go into detail here but there was some pretty sketchy science in the 60&#8217;s that laid the foundations for the multi-billion anti-depressant industry we see today. I won&#8217;t stand here and tell you I have all the answers and know of a &#8216;better way&#8217;. Yet facts are pretty clear, the drugs that are so happily handed out to people are poor at best. The science shows us that the actual rate of effectiveness compared to placebo is minimal. So why are they so readily given out? That&#8217;s a long<span class="excerpt-hellip"> […]</span>]]></description>
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<p>Depression, its not the brains fault.</p>



<p>The lie many have been sold over and over is that depression is caused by an imbalance of the chemicals in the brain.</p>



<p>I&#8217;ll not go into detail here but there was some pretty sketchy science in the 60&#8217;s that laid the foundations for the multi-billion anti-depressant industry we see today.</p>



<p>I won&#8217;t stand here and tell you I have all the answers and know of a &#8216;better way&#8217;.</p>



<p>Yet facts are pretty clear, the drugs that are so happily handed out to people are poor at best.</p>



<p>The science shows us that the actual rate of effectiveness compared to placebo is<strong> minimal.</strong></p>



<p>So why are they so readily given out?</p>



<p>That&#8217;s a long story, very long.</p>



<p>But as someone who has been in dark places and been around people that have been there too, I&#8217;d share this.</p>



<p>If you buy the story that you have a chemical imbalance in your brain and the only hope is a drug&#8230;</p>



<p><strong>Here&#8217;s what happens&#8230;</strong></p>



<p>You give your power away.</p>



<p>You essentially start a fight between you and your mind.</p>



<p>The fight is, body why are you doing this to me, why are you letting me down.</p>



<p>You become powerless, change will not happen from this place.</p>



<p>For me, depression is multifaceted and it&#8217;s not the same answer for everyone to move into a place where you feel happier and calm.</p>



<p>Yet, your physical health has a HUGE impact on how you feel..</p>



<p>Several GOOD studies back this up.</p>



<p>Emotional stress has been shown to affect parts of your brain that will reduce levels of serotonin.</p>



<p>Poor sleep will slow the creation of new tissue and keep low level inflammation higher.</p>



<p>Feeling unsure of your future and security will raise stress hormones which DO reduce your ability to feel good.</p>



<p>I can go on and on.</p>



<p>Yet I&#8217;ll finish up here.</p>



<p>Depression is real.</p>



<p>Medication can and does help people.</p>



<p>Yet, it&#8217;s not an answer long term.</p>



<p>The more you take, the more you become blunted from the effects.</p>



<p>In turn the more you need.</p>



<p>Sadly, the side affects associated with the higher doses far outweigh any possible benefits </p>



<p>(in my view).</p>



<p>There is another way, in fact there are lots.</p>



<p>Just some food for thought!</p>
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