Brad McEwen
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Believe in yourself
If you want it you got it. You just got to believe in yourself. Wise words to follow from the great philosopher Lenny Kravitz.
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Believe in yourself. Any time you feel stressed, sit back, close your eyes, and look within. Know that you can do it.
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Pyrrole Disorder webinar: Part 1. Background, Pathophysiology, Signs and Symptoms
Pyrrole disorder is a complex disorder with numerous signs and symptoms.
Although Pyrrole Disorder is not a new health condition, there has been a large influx of information and misinformation in recent years leading to confusion of the signs, symptoms, and treatment.
This comprehensive webinar will enable practitioners to greatly expand their scope of understanding of the diagnosis, pathophysiology and clinical signs of pyrrole disorder.
This webinar will benefit new and established practitioners as well as students to consolidate their learning.
Pyrrole Disorder: Part 1. Details the background, pathophysiology, signs and symptoms of Pyrrole Disorder
When: Tuesday, 22nd May 2018
What Time: 7:00 pm – 8:30 pm AEST
Where: Online
Webinar through Australian Traditional-Medicine Society (ATMS).
Registration:
https://login.redbackconferencing.com.au/landers/page/24b6bb
Nail Diagnosis webinar – 21 May 2018
Nails often reflect the general state of health and wellbeing of a person. It is known that systemic disease/s can produce changes in the nails. Detailed examination of the fingernails can provide indications of nutritional deficiencies and potential underlying systemic diseases.
This comprehensive webinar will enable practitioners to greatly expand their skills and knowledge in the use of nail diagnosis in clinical practice. This webinar also aims to improve the skills of clinical examination in relation to nutritional deficiencies. This informative webinar will also be beneficial to students to consolidate their learning. PDF notes are included with the webinar.
Topics covered:
– Nail anatomy
– Nail signs (causes, nutritional deficiencies, clinical prescribing)
– Conditions and related nail signs
– Tissue salts/Celloids
Learning outcomes:
– Identify and describe nail signs
– Identify potential nutritional deficiencies in relation to nail signs and clinical examination
– Identify health conditions related to nail signs
Link to Nail Diagnosis webinar registration:
https://events.redbackconferencing.com.au/9e9f72
Link to other webinars:
Optimum nutrition is the foundation of all health and wellbeing
Optimum nutrition is the foundation of all health and wellbeing.
Diet and nutrition play major roles in the prevention and management of chronic disease.
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Eat colourful foods daily:
– black: blackberries, grapes, black sesame seeds, nori, kelp
– blue: blueberries, plums, berries
– green: apple, avocado, broccoli, beans, spinach, cucumber, celery, peas, kiwi fruit, capsicum, lime, grapes
– orange: apricot, carrots, oranges, mango, mandarin, sweet potato, pumpkin, papaya, peaches
– purple: acai berries, grapes, red cabbage, eggplant, purple carrot
– red: apple, capsicum, cherries, goji berries, guava, strawberries, tomatoes, watermelon
– white: cauliflower, garlic, onions, mushrooms, pears, nuts, sesame seeds
– yellow: banana, capsicum, corn, lemon, pineapple, squash
– chocolate: has its own category if goodness
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Eat a minimum of 5-6 serves of vegetables and 2 serves of fruit per day.
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– Consume nuts (e.g. almonds, cashews, walnuts) daily
– Consume seeds (e.g. chia, flaxseed) daily
– Celery and carrot sticks with hummus makes a great snack
– Consume 1.5-2 L of water daily
– Drink green tea
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Limit or reduce the following:
– saturated fat
– added salt
– refined carbohydrates and sugars
– added sugars
– sugar-sweetened beverages
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Diets higher in fruits, vegetables, fibre, omega-3 polyunsaturated fatty acids, tree nuts, and potassium have been associated with a lower risk of cardiometabolic syndrome. Improving the diet should be the foundation of any management plan of cardiometabolic syndrome and chronic disease.
Mothers are very special
Mothers are very special. There are no words that describe their unconditional love. Today is Mother’s Day, but everyday is their day for you. Spoil her today with her favourite treats…
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Nail Diagnosis webinar
Physical examination plays a fundamental role in determining the treatment and management options of patients in naturopathy and nutritional medicine clinical practice. Nails often reflect the general state of health and wellbeing of a person. It is known that systemic disease/s can produce changes in the nails. Detailed examination of the fingernails can provide indications of nutritional deficiencies and potential underlying systemic diseases.
This comprehensive webinar will enable practitioners to greatly expand their skills and knowledge in the use of nail diagnosis in clinical practice. This webinar also aims to improve the skills of clinical examination in relation to nutritional deficiencies. This informative webinar will also be beneficial to students to consolidate their learning. PDF notes are included with the webinar.
Topics covered:
– Nail anatomy
– Nail signs (causes, nutritional deficiencies, clinical prescribing)
– Conditions and related nail signs
– Tissue salts/Celloids
Learning outcomes:
– Identify and describe nail signs
– Identify potential nutritional deficiencies in relation to nail signs and clinical examination
– Identify health conditions related to nail signs
Link to Nail Diagnosis webinar registration:
https://events.redbackconferencing.com.au/9e9f72
Link to other webinars:
Nail Diagnosis
Nails often reflect the general state of health and wellbeing of a person. It is known that systemic disease/s can produce changes in the nails. Detailed examination of the fingernails can provide indications of nutritional deficiencies and potential underlying systemic diseases. This brief video gives an overview of some of the nail signs encountered in clinical practice. The full comprehensive webinar will enable practitioners to greatly expand their skills and knowledge in the use of nail diagnosis in clinical practice.
For information on the full Nail Diagnosis webinar in May 2018, click on the link below.
Optimum Mentoring: https://www.facebook.com/optimum.mentoring/
Heart Week – Don’t get the sits
Heart Week is 29 April – 6 May and focuses on the benefits of physical activity and empowering Australians to get moving. Cardiovascular disease is a very serious health issue. It encompasses a wide range of cardiometabolic conditions, including Type 2 Diabetes, high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels, thrombosis, insulin resistance, among other health conditions, such as polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS). Nutrition plays a fundamental role in optimum health.
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You might be shocked to know:
❤️ over half of Australians (52%) are not active enough
❤️ almost two in three Australian adults are overweight or obese
❤️ one in four children are overweight or obese
❤️ 5,000 Australians die per year from physical inactivity
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Australia is an inactive nation. Increasingly greater numbers of us are spending too much time sitting or being inactive.
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It’s time to do something to improve cardiovascular health:
💫 Eat good natural food. Have a predominantly vegetarian diet and utilising a Mediterranean diet. Paleo diet principles are good too.
💫 Consume plenty of fruits, vegetables, nuts, and seeds.
💫 Consume foods high in omega-3, magnesium, zinc, vitamin C, folate, B12, B6, fibre, among others.
💫 Consume less salt/sodium, refined carbohydrates, sugar-sweetened beverages, saturated fats. Consume no trans fats.
💫 Drink more water. Aim for 1.5-2 litres per day.
💫 Be physically active. We need 30 minutes of activity per day to be healthy.
💫 Consult a qualified nutritionist who will work out the best diet and nutrients for your health care needs. They will provide advice both for the short-term and long-term. Setting you up for a healthy life.
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It’s never too late to start now!
Weekends are for relaxing
Weekends are for relaxing. Find a nice, calm, quiet spot. Sit back, relax, yoga, read a good book, and take in all the beauty. Take a time out. Ahhh, Florence. You’ve done it again.
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ANZAC Day
Lest we forget
They shall grow not old, as we that are left grow old;
Age shall not weary them, nor the years condemn.
At the going down of the sun and in the morning
We will remember them.
Earth Day 2018: End Plastic Pollution
Today is Earth Day. It is time to end plastic pollution. 48 years ago, on 22 April 1970, millions of people took to the streets to protest the negative impacts of 150 years of industrial development.
Earth Day is a global event each year. More than 1 billion people in 192 countries now take part in what is the largest civic-focused day of action in the world.
Earth Day 2018 focuses on mobilising the world to end plastic pollution, including creating support for a global effort to eliminate single-use plastics along with global regulation for the disposal of plastics. Plastic pollution is poisoning our oceans and land, injuring marine life, and affecting our health! Stand up! Take action!
Weekend vibes
Weekend vibes. Sitting back, relaxing and having a timeout before it gets busy. Working on my upcoming webinar on nail diagnosis 💻.
During the month of May I will presenting several webinars: Nail Diagnosis; Pyrrole Disorder, among others. See http://www.facebook.com/optimum.mentoring for more information.
Nutritional medicine plays a fundamental role in improving health and quality of life. May sure you include high quality foods in your diet every day and steer clear of junk food! My go to is a cacao vegan smoothie. Packed full of nutrients and antioxidants for optimum health.
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Raw velvet cacao smoothie
Raw velvet cacao smoothie (and gluten-free, dairy-free carrot cake) at my favourite place in Byron Bay
Relaxing and writing in Byron Bay
Byron Bay is such a beautiful place. I’ve spent the last 4 days relaxing and writing. Yes I know, doing some work in a place that is so beautiful, but the creative juices start flowing. And once they start… Get ready for exciting things for 2018!
Remember, to always make time for a time out!
Practitioner Mentoring
Bradley McEwen PhD is a naturopath, nutritionist, herbalist, lecturer and researcher who has been providing career mentoring with great success since 2004. He has over 18 years of clinical experience, 13 years of teaching experience, and has presented nationally and internationally. He has received numerous international and national awards.
Gain confidence in Clinical prescribing, Clinical skills, Presentations, Communication, Article writing, Writing up reports, Technical writing, and Marketing self and business.
Mentoring sessions and programs can start at any time. Mentoring sessions are available as a “one-off” or on a regular basis* (e.g. weekly, fortnightly, monthly). *Scheduled mentoring sessions (discounted when paid in advance). ^Discounts apply to current or previous students of mine. Payment plans are available.
I look forward to working with you.
Bradley
High carbohydrate intake has been associated with higher risk of total mortality
Cardiovascular disease is a global epidemic with 80% of the burden of disease in low-income and middle-income countries. Diet is one of the most important modifiable risk factors for cardiovascular disease and other chronic diseases.
The Prospective Urban Rural Epidemiology (PURE) study is a large, epidemiological cohort study of individuals aged 35-70 years (enrolled between 1 Jan 2003 and 31 March 2013) in 18 countries (Argentina, Bangladesh, Brazil, Canada, Chile, China, Colombia, India, Iran, Malaysia, occupied Palestinian territory, Pakistan, Poland, South Africa, Sweden, Turkey, United Arab Emirates, and Zimbabwe) with a median follow-up of 7.4 years (interquartile range (IQR) 5.3-9.3). Dietary intake of 135,335 individuals was recorded using validated food frequency questionnaires.
During follow-up, 5,796 deaths and 4,784 major cardiovascular disease events were documented. Higher carbohydrate intake was associated with an increased risk of total mortality (highest [quintile 5] vs lowest quintile [quintile 1] category, hazard ratio (HR) 1.28 [95% confidence interval (CI) 1.12-1.46], ptrend=0.0001) but not with the risk of cardiovascular disease or cardiovascular disease mortality. Intake of total fat and each type of fat was associated with lower risk of total mortality (quintile 5 vs quintile 1, total fat: HR 0.77 [95% CI 0·67-0.87], ptrend<0.0001; saturated fat, HR 0.86 [0.76-0.99], ptrend=0.0088; monounsaturated fat: HR 0.81 [0.71-0.92], ptrend<0.0001; and polyunsaturated fat: HR 0.80 [0.71-0.89], ptrend<0.0001). Higher saturated fat intake was associated with lower risk of stroke (quintile 5 vs quintile 1, HR 0.79 [95% CI 0.64-0.98], ptrend=0.0498).
In this large prospective cohort study from 18 countries in five continents, a high carbohydrate intake (more than about 60% of energy) was associated with an adverse impact on total mortality and non-cardiovascular disease mortality. By contrast, higher fat intake was associated with lower risk of total mortality, non-cardiovascular disease mortality, and stroke. Furthermore, higher intakes of individual types of fat were associated with lower total mortality, non-cardiovascular disease mortality, and stroke risk. An inverse association was found between monounsaturated fatty acid intake and total mortality.
In conclusion, high carbohydrate intake was associated with higher risk of total mortality, whereas total fat and individual types of fat were related to lower total mortality. Total fat and types of fat were not associated with cardiovascular disease, myocardial infarction, or cardiovascular disease mortality, whereas saturated fat had an inverse association with stroke. Global dietary guidelines should be reconsidered in light of these findings.
Dehghan M et al. Associations of fats and carbohydrate intake with cardiovascular disease and mortality in 18 countries from five continents (PURE): a prospective cohort study. Lancet. 2017 Nov 4;390(10107):2050-2062.
