December Newsletter- Healthy Healing Habits

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December Newsletter  Healthy Healing Habits Greetings! As 2012 comes to a close I encourage everyone to take some time away from the hustle of the holiday season and focus on themselves.  We often forget during this busy season to relax.   Read Tips to Survive the Holidays and find peace and balance along with your yuletide this year.  Learn to love your body and respect your space.  I am looking forward to a wonderful 2013, but completely happy and satisfied in the present 2012.  Many blessings for you this season.  I thank you for being a part of my tribe and hope you have a healthy and happy holiday! Sincerely, Melissa Binkey Healthy Healing Habits Love Your Body Type Almost all of us have a distorted image of our body, often due to the importance our culture places on outward appearance and the onslaught of media images of airbrushed models and celebrities. On a daily basis, we talk to ourselves in ways we would never speak to another. Imagine speaking to a child the way you speak to yourself about your body. It would devastate and squelch a child. It affects you similarly, causing stress and emotional pain in your body, which can make improving your health or losing weight even more difficult. Think of all the intelligence, creativity and time you spend on improving, altering and judging your appearance. Who would you be and what could you accomplish if your valuable resources weren't used this way? Constant emphasis on the external makes us discount the great presence and intelligence that is housed by the body. It makes us forget the magic of our internal rhythms and fail to acknowledge the beautiful bodies we have. The body you have right now is incredible! It never misses a heartbeat, it maintains homeostasis and it miraculously digests whatever you put in it. It is your instrument for expressing your creativity, intelligence and love. By focusing on the 1% you don't like or wish were different, you may be ignoring the remaining 99% about your body that is beautiful, unique and delightful. What would your life be like if you were simply at peace with the body you have? You may wish to make your body healthier and stronger, but could you do that out of love and respect for your body instead of the opposite? Could you begin to treat yourself with kindness, to limit the negative self-talk and to reconnect with your inner wisdom? Take a minute to imagine what that would feel like. It would mean celebrating your body rather than punishing it. It would mean nourishing your body rather than depriving it. It would mean a chance to watch your body flourish when treated with care and respect. Learn how to be at peace with your body!  Call 561-578-9492 or email fitchicmelissa@gmail.com for a guide to Loving YOUR Body! Join Our Mailing List! Upcoming Events  Sunday December 9 11 am to 12:30 pm Nutrition Detective's Children's Workshop The overall objective of Nutrition Detectives™ is to empower children with the ability to make better food choices while still eating the foods they love. For this to be achieved, the children must be able to influence the food choices their parents/guardians make in settings such as supermarkets and restaurants. The primary objective is thus supported by programs directed to parents as well as children  Specific learning objectives include: * To understand how food choices affect health and abilities. * To understand how food choices relate to short-term performance goals. * To understand why eating badly is so easy, and why eating well can be so challenging. * To recognize deception in food advertisements. * To become familiar with food labels. * To know the 5 main things to look for on a food label as a basis for making better choices. * To understand how looking for items on a food label can be like finding "Fingers the Fox." MARANDO FARMS 1401 SW 1st Avenue Fort Lauderdale, FL 33315 Sincerely, Melissa Binkey Healthy Healing Habits 561-578-9492        Save 50% I am running my holiday specials till the end of December.  You can order the 3 day detox guide or 6 Day Detox guide or 6 Day Detox Package.  Order Here  or save 50% on service such as Healthy Shopping Tour and Private Cooking Classes Order Here Offer Expires: Enter Expiration Date here

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10 Tips to Survive the Holidays

Has the grinch stole your yuletide?  Are you stressed with gift buying and giving?  Get rid of the holiday blues with these tips to survive the holiday season without killing a family member or locking yourself in a closet (we all prefer to be out of the closet anyway, wink)  I hope this December is the most bountiful and least stressful yet!

Feed your soul with primary food. Friends and family, physical activity, spirituality and a satisfying career feed us. Lack of primary food creates over-reliance on secondary, edible food.

Drink water. Most people are chronically dehydrated. We often mistake thirst for hunger. If you feel hungry between meals, drink a glass of water before giving into cravings. Limit liquid calories from soda and juice.

Chew your food well. Digestion begins in the mouth. By thoroughly chewing your food, your body will better assimilate nutrients; you will also slow down your eating. It takes about 20 minutes for your brain to register that it is full. By slowing your eating, you’ll feel full and satisfied on less food.

Be patient. This time of year everyone is in a rush. Slow down and enjoy the season.  Smile it creates kindness!!  Relax. 

Eat breakfast. Skipping meals causes your blood sugar levels to peak and dip, affecting your energy and moods. It can also cause overeating later on because you’re so hungry.

Don’t try to lose weight. The holiday season is not the time to try and lose weight or go on a restrictive diet. Just focus on maintaining and enjoy the season

Get moving. Do any type of physical activity every day. Find movement or exercise you enjoy.  Go for a walk, play some flag football, stretch during commercials of your favorite football team’s game!

Sleep, rest and relax. When you are sleep-deprived or stressed, your body will crave energy, causing cravings for sugary snacks and caffeine as an energy boost.

Say “NO”. It’s ok to put yourself first. Don’t let the holidays create extra stress for you.  Stress is number one way to derail your health.

Get back on track.  After your weekend of family and holiday eats start the new week out with a healthy meal.  Do a 3 day cleanse or 6 day cleanse in between the two holidays.  

My 50% off sale is still going on till the end of December.  Sale Items  

Want to schedule a one on one personal phone consultation Schedule A Session

Melissa Binkley

Holistic Health Coach

561-578-9492

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South FLorida: New Year's Resolution Group Program Class Filling FAST

Get a jump start on your

NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTION!

Every year we start the same promising to do this or that, lose those extra ten pounds, have more energy, be healthier, exercise more….  What do you resolve to do every year?  And what happens six months later when SUMMER rolls around?  You have forgotten your resolutions! Why? Because life happens.  You nurture your partner, lover, children, employer and community, but not yourself.

• ·         Are you focusing on everyone else first?
• ·         Struggling to find the right foods for your family? 
• ·         Have low energy? 
• ·         Need to lose weight or just feel better? 

Traditionally, women have not been taught to have good boundaries or take good care of themselves.  So this time instead of forgetting about yourself and your NEW YEAR’S RESOLUTIONS join a group of like-minded individuals and have the accountability and support to get the life you want!

This  six month group program led by Certified Holistic Health Coach Melissa Binkley will meet for one hour every other week starting the first FULL WEEK of January.

You will learn:

·         To make better food choices,

·         To read labels

·         The steps to natural and effective weight loss

·         To prepare healthy  meals easily

·         Take time for yourself and nurture your soul.  The Program Includes:

·         2 One hour sessions each month

·         Full set of notes and recommendations

·         A variety of handouts, recipes, books etc.

·         Goal setting and prizes

Program is limited to 10 participants.

This program is a fraction of the cost of my normal one to one coaching program.  I want health to be available and affordable to a wide range of people and incomes.  Please contact me for price and to register!!  Make this NEW YEAR the first time you keep your resolution.

Exciting Cyber Monday Offer from Healthy Healing Habits

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Cyber Monday SALE Save 50% This Monday I hope you had a wonderful Thanksgiving and now that the insanity of Black Friday is over enjoy your week! I am offering a 50% discount on certain services for Cyber Monday only!! You have until noon on Tuesday to buy at this special price!! Melissa Binkley 50% Off 3 DAY DETOX $20  your price $10  6 DAY DETOX Package $50  your price $25  Healthy Shopping Tour $100  your price $50  Private Cooking Class $100 your price $50  Offer Expires: Noon 11/27/12        Healthy Healing Habits  Blog

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Tips To Survive the Holiday Season

The holiday season can reek havic on our bodies, minds, and soul!  Don't let this holiday season pass like every other. Make a point to have a healthy, happy Thanksgiving.  I have made a list of my top ten tips to survive the holiday season!  Look over the list, make adjustments in your life and be thankful for everything that has gotten you where you are today!  

Feed your soul with primary food. Friends and family, physical activity, spirituality and a satisfying career feed us. Lack of primary food creates over-reliance on secondary, edible food. All the veggies in the world won't save you in the rest of your life sucks!

Drink water. Most people are chronically dehydrated. We often mistake thirst for hunger. If you feel hungry between meals, drink a glass of water before giving into cravings. Limit liquid calories from soda and juice.

Chew your food well. Digestion begins in the mouth. By thoroughly chewing your food, your body will better assimilate nutrients; you will also slow down your eating. It takes about 20 minutes for your brain to register that it is full. By slowing your eating, you’ll feel full and satisfied on less food.

Be patient. This time of year everyone is in a rush. Slow down and enjoy the season.  Smile it creates kindness!!  Relax. 

Eat breakfast. Skipping meals causes your blood sugar levels to peak and dip, affecting your energy and moods. It can also cause overeating later on because you’re so hungry.

Don’t try to lose weight. The holiday season is not the time to try and lose weight or go on a restrictive diet. Just focus on maintaining and enjoy the season

Get moving. Do any type of physical activity every day. Find movement or exercise you enjoy.  Go for a walk, play some flag football, stretch during commercials of your favorite football team’s game!

Sleep, rest and relax. When you are sleep-deprived or stressed, your body will crave energy, causing cravings for sugary snacks and caffeine as an energy boost.

Say “NO”. It’s ok to put yourself first. Don’t let the holidays create extra stress for you.  Stress is number one way to derail your health.

Get back on track.  After your weekend of family and holiday eats start the new week out with a healthy meal.  Do a 3 day cleanse or 6 day cleanse in between the two holidays. 

If you need support this holiday season staying on track I can help!!  My health coaching program is designed to give you support right NOW.  I will be your mentor and guide you to a healthy happier you!  I use a holistic approach.  Holistic Health and Wellness.  I also have a wonderful 3 Day Fall Detox Guide or you can join my 6 Day Holiday Group Cleanse from December 2 through December 8!  Call 561-578-9492 or visit my website Healthy Healing Habits for more details.  Tune in this Wednesday to WPBR 1340 AM for my next health talk between 10 and 11 AM. 

LET ME DECIDE: Make GE Labeling the LAW

As the movement to label genetically engineered foods continues to gain support nationwide, we are still being subjected to potential health risks from eating these foods. We have the right to know what we are eating but agribusinesses like Monsanto foods are stripping us of this right. As a part of a democracy we have the power, and the responsibility, to take this right back. We need to continue to educate the public on the importance of labeling GE foods to increase the pressure on our legislatures. Join us for:

"What's in your Thanksgiving Dinner?"

GE FREE COOK-OFF

MARANDO FARMS

1401 NW 1st Ave

Ft. Lauderdale, FL 33315

Sunday November 18, 2012 2-4 PM

I invite you to come and bring your friends and family to enjoy an afternoon of GE Free eating. Bring a GE free dish to have it judged byDion Taylor, the president of Raw One Foods, Adrian Veitia from Miami catering services and another surprise judge. The best dish will win a prize!

The cook-off will showcase the difficulty of avoiding GE foods as well as discuss the importance of labeling GE foods. The event will feature Tammy Ayon, Executive Director of Democratic Party of Broward County and concerned mother, Reverend Gail Tapscott from the Unitarian Universalist Church of Ft. Lauderdale, Joseph Chammas, an organic farmer and many more great speakers.I look forward to seeing you there to enjoy some delicious GE Free foods with me and the Food and Water Watch team.

Can’t join us on Sunday? Come to our weekly Campaign Action Meeting tomorrow, Tuesday at 6:45pm at BM Organics, 2960 N. Federal Highway.

Organizer Contact:

Alyse Opatowski

Field Organizer

Food and Water Watch

e) aopatowski@fwwlocal.org

c) 303-929-8448

www.foodandwaterwatch.org

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Thanksgiving Food Drive

Please make a donation to my Virtual Food Drive for hunger this Thanksgiving! Greetings! For millions of families across the country it can be hard to find joy in a meal when faced with the decision to put food on the dinner table, or to pay for medicine, the heating bill, or the mortgage. Hunger is a difficult issue, but it's not insurmountable. I am deeply committed to fighting hunger in my community and across the country, and I know you are too. Join me and make a difference this Thanksgiving. Feeding America understands hunger! Feeding America is the leading domestic hunger relief organization, with network food banks serving every state. Feeding America's nationwide network of over 200 food banks provides food and groceries to 33,500 food pantries, 4,500 soup kitchens and 3,600 emergency shelters. This extensive network helps feed 37 million Americans each year -- delivering over 3 billion pounds of food. Each week nearly 5.7 million people receive emergency food assistance from an agency served by a Feeding America member.   Will you support my virtual food drive today? Every dollar you give to my virtual food drive helps provide EIGHT meals to people served by the Feeding America network. When was the last time your dollar bought eight of anything? I hope you'll agree: by coming together, we can help end hunger in America. Give as much as you can -- every bit counts! Thank you. Sincerely, Melissa Binkey Healthy Healing Habits  Join Our Mailing List!

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