Welcome to the very first newsletter of one of the Central Coast’s most established and respected Allied Health Clinics. Read on for actionable advice on all things health-related, see what the clinic has to offer, and keep in touch with what our amazing practitioners are up to.
Upcoming events
Wellness workshops
On the last Tuesday of each month at 7pm, Merlene will be running a series of Wellness Workshops at the clinic. We invite you to come along and learn from an expert in Lifestyle Medicine, Nutrition, and Exercise.
This month’s topic is Lifestyle as Medicine. Learn:
Actionable steps to improve your health and prevent chronic disease
4 important diet hacks to improve your health
What is sleep hygiene and why is it so important
How to exercise effectively to prevent chronic disease as we age
SPACES ARE STRICTLY LIMITED. TO SECURE YOUR SPOT PLEASE CALL THE CLINIC ON 4340 5154.
Tuesday October 28
7 PM · Better Health Practices, 20 Langford Dr, Kariong
MEET OUR PRACTITIONERS
Merlene
Merlene has over 20 years experience in preventative health.
She is a Chiropractor, Nutritionist, Health Coach, and a board-certified Fellow in Lifestyle as Medicine.
Merlene is passionate about improving her client’s health literacy so they can make better health choices for themselves and their family.
Merlene is also an endurance athlete and has run four 100km ultra-marathons since turning 50.
Merlene offers Chiropractic services, and also provides 1-1 health coaching.
RECIPE RECOMMENDATION
Chia Seed Puddings
Chia seeds are packed full of nutrients, and are the perfect go-to for an easy breakfast full of protein, omega-3’s, and fibre.
Mix a ratio of 2 tablespoons Chia seeds with ½ cup milk of choice in a glass or bowl.
Let stand for 5-10min, then mix again.
Pop it in the fridge for a couple of hours / overnight.
Top with your choice of berries, nuts, yoghurt - whatever you like really!
THIS WEEK’S HEALTH HACK:
15 min MORNING SUNLIGHT
Sunlight in the morning helps establish our circadian rhythm. Having trouble sleeping at night? 15 minutes of sunlight exposure in the morning can help.
Sleep is important for
DNA modelling and repair
appetite control
mental health
memory and concentration.
Sleep also decreases our risk of:
heart disease
diabetes
depression
obesity
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