The Sugar Switch® Podcast

Got a cold?  Here's help! This Episode takes a good look at practical, proven ways that you can help your body deal with the common cold. By supporting your immune system in various ways, it is possible to significantly cut the duration of your down-time from the common cold. First, Cathy will touch on 2 Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) concepts that can have an impact on the body's immunity.  Then she will get into 9 ways to shorten the duration of your cold, including 3 specific nutrients, considering Star Anise Extract, raising your vibrational energy, the nutrition of food, and much more.  The knowledge shared in this Episode is intended as nutritional information only. These 9 ways are proven through Cathy's own extensive, personal experience in dealing with and reducing the duration of the common cold. Copyright © 2022 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Technology moves fast, especially when it comes to telecommunications.  We've just gotten used to the 4G network and its amazing speed for online activity. The 5G network is being rolled out right now, as you read this! 5G, the 5th generation of wireless access, promises to be hyper fast: up to 10 times faster than 4G.  AND it is designed to handle 1,000 times more traffic.  What's not to love, right?  But wait a minute! What do we REALLY know about 5G and its effects, especially the effects on human health??  That's exactly what this Episode is all about!   Cathy explores what 5G is, the rollout of 5G, a ‘Landmark Study' about 5G and the information that is known (so far) about the effects of 5G EMF radiation.  This is important information you NEED to know!!  Everyone needs this information! Copyright © 2022 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

EMF (electromagnetic field) energy is a huge multi-faceted topic. When researching about the new 5G network, Cathy kept coming across more and more information that pertains to the existing 4G network, and realized that we have been told very little about EMFs. This is information that everyone needs to know. In this Episode you'll find out about natural EMFs vs man-made EMFs; EMF effects on adults vs children; pulsed microwave radiation; SAR or Specific Absorption Rate; and regulations, safety and human health.  You'll also discover 5 little known facts about the effects of EMFs.  It is SO important to learn all you can about EMFs, so you can find ways to protect yourself from the effects of EMF radiation. Copyright © 2022 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

EMF (electromagnetic field) energy exposure and damage to human health is not a new issue, and it certainly isn't going away any time soon. In fact, health concerns are increasing as more, stronger electromagnetic technologies are developed. This makes it extremely important to learn all you can about EMFs, and to find ways to limit your exposure.  In this Episode Cathy starts with the effects of EMF radiation on children and youth - a topic that is not often discussed.  The rest of the Episode is all about 12 simple ways you can TAKE ACTION to limit your EMF exposure.  These are ideas you can implement right away, ranging from ways to use your cell phone differently to consuming 2 particular nutrient compounds that will help mitigate damage to your health. Even though it is almost impossible to completely avoid EMF radiation, you CAN drastically reduce your risk for related health issues. Copyright © 2022 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

EMF (electromagnetic field) energy is a very important topic that is not widely understood by most people. In this series of Episodes, the goal is to shine the spotlight on EMF radiation, so it is easier to understand and deal with this invisible health hazard. This is Part 1 of the series, where Cathy starts with the basics about what EMFs are.  Then she will tell you why there is so much confusion about EFM exposure, and why EMFs are hazardous to your health. Even more specifically, you will understand the chain reaction EMFs cause that creates significant damage to your cells.  You'll learn about some specific systems in the body that are affected by EMF exposure. At the end, Cathy touches briefly on ways you can limit your exposure to EMFs.  Part 2 in this series will have much more information about limiting your exposure to EMFs, so be sure to stay tuned for that Episode! Copyright © 2022 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Creating and sustaining great health doesn't just magically happen - it takes time, effort and conscious choices to help it happen. The task becomes much easier when your choices have high positive impact. This Episode is all about 6 impactful choices than can help you take positive control over your health - starting immediately.  Cathy has used all of these impactful choices to create her own great health, and she has also used them successfully in coaching many clients.  If you've been a Sugar Switch Podcast listener for awhile, 3 of the 6 choices might seem familiar to you.  The other 3 impactful choices have only been shared with her clients - until now.  Each person has been given an amazing, resilient, Divinely created body and it's up to each one of us to make the best choices possible for our own GREAT health.  Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

This is Part 2 of a mini-series all about 6 specific nutrients that can help you strengthen your body's defences against germs, bacteria, viruses and other pathogens.  Your body is able utilize various nutrients to help you stay strong. Many of those nutrients can be found in real whole foods, and some nutrients need to be obtained from supplementation. This Episode includes a very brief recap of Part 1 and the first 3 nutrients of this mini-series, as well as a short summary of free radicals and antioxidants.  Then Cathy shares the easiest way to get the BEST nutrition from fresh fruits and vegetables. From there, you will discover how the last 3 nutrients (out of 6) strengthen your body's defences: Vitamin C, Quercetin and NAC (N-Acetylcysteine).  Food sources are listed for 2 of these nutrients, while the 3rd nutrient needs to come from supplements. Copyright © 2022 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

The nutrients in food that you consume on a daily basis are incredibly important for your overall health and for your body's defences against pathogens.  This mini-series is all about 6 particular nutrients (revealed in 2 Episodes) that can help you maintain great health consistently.   This Episode starts with a comparison of nutrients from food sources versus supplementation, and why one is preferred over the other.  Then Cathy dives into the details of 3 (out of the 6 nutrients) that can help strengthen your body's defences: zinc, vitamin D and magnesium. Bonus! Cathy gives you very important information you need to know about 2 other specific nutrients (calcium and vitamin K2) that have a synergistic effect with vitamin D and magnesium.  Synergy of nutrients is important because the effect nutrients have on each other makes a difference in how beneficial they are for your health. Copyright © 2022 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

 YIKES! There's an invisible health hazard in foods you may be consuming every day!  The invisible health hazard is refined food oils, which are being proven to be incredibly harmful!  This Episode is a very deep dive into food oils, starting with why your body needs fats and oils. From there, Cathy explains specifically what she means by ‘food oils', and gets right into the details about PUFAs (polyunsaturated fatty acids), MUFAs (monounsaturated fatty acids), saturated fatty acids and trans fats.  You will discover exactly WHY food oils are so hazardous to health (there are at least 9 toxic effects), and you'll hear about the correlation between refined food oils and chronic illness.  You will also hear about ‘food oil poisoning'  - an important, yet little known topic that may surprise you. Copyright © 2022 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

This Episode is all about the amazing, perhaps even magical, connection between gratitude and your health. When we find ourselves in challenging or confusing situations - that's when we seem to need positivity the most. Focusing on gratitude and practising gratitude can give us that positivity. Cathy explores gratitude, starting with whether it is an inherited trait or learned. You'll discover 2 kinds of gratitude, conditional and unconditional, and you may be surprised by the power that a simple ‘thank you' can have. Cathy details 5 specific ways that gratitude can benefit your health, and lists a number of gratitude practises. Then you'll hear some inspiring gratitude quotes, including one from Oprah Winfrey. Copyright © 2022 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Keto (Ketogenic) diets or lifestyles have become quite popular, for many reasons. But what is the difference between a Keto lifestyle and a Kick Sugar lifestyle? That's exactly what you'll discover in this Episode. Cathy starts by clarifying why a keto lifestyle and a kick sugar lifestyle are not the same, even though they have one big aspect in common. You'll hear what kicking sugar is all about, and what a keto lifestyle is all about, as well as the connection each one has with the 2 types of fuel your body uses. Then Cathy goes through a detailed comparison between Keto and kicking sugar. Before the end of this Episode, Cathy tells you about an extremely time limited, incredibly amazing Keto Lifestyle bundle of 25+ expert resources that you might want to check out. Copyright © 2022 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Your immune system is one of the cornerstones of your health - so it makes a lot of sense to be pro-active in keeping your immune system strong and robust. This Episode is all about what it means to have a strong immune system, and what you can do in the present time to create that for yourself. Cathy dives into 5 specific elements that can affect your immune system; 3 of these elements are not commonly talked about. Then Cathy gives you resources you can access PLUS she shares with you 12 Tips for cold and/or flu recovery. This Episode is packed with very helpful information you can use to keep your immune system strong and healthy! Copyright © 2022 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

YOUR Health is priceless! It is the most important asset you will EVER own! So it makes sense to stand in YOUR Power and make it strong. This is Part 5 in a series of Episodes that can help you do exactly that. In the last Episode (YOUR Health - YOUR Power! Part 4 TSSP169) Cathy mentioned that there are 8 beneficial nutrients that are not commonly talked about, yet there was only enough time to tell you about 4 of them. Now you can hear all about the other 4 nutrients. Join Cathy as she explores these nutrients, particularly their health benefits: Spirulina, N-Acetylcysteine (NAC), Beta-glucan and Glucosamine. Find out how these nutrients could help you stand in YOUR Power and strengthen YOUR Health - long term. Copyright © 2022 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

You have more power over your health than you think you do! YOUR Health - YOUR Power! Part 4 is a deep exploration about where YOUR Power comes from and how you can use that power to protect and improve the most priceless asset you will ever own - YOUR Health! Cathy goes deep into 4 specific sources of YOUR Power: gaining knowledge leading to action; listening to your body; harnessing the potency of nutrition; and using specific, important nutrients and herbs. You'll hear about 10 common nutrients and herbs that you are probably already familiar with, and you'll discover 4 more powerful nutrients that are not commonly talked about. This Episode is packed with inspiring information to help you have the BEST health possible! Copyright © 2022 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

YOUR Health is the most valuable possession you have! And you can use YOUR Power to protect it and strengthen it. In this Episode, Cathy discusses YOUR Power over stress, anxiety and fear, and she shares ways that you can take control over each of them. Then Cathy focuses on gut health, and reveals the #1 best thing you can do to keep your gut healthy. You'll also discover the innate power that you immune system naturally has, plus 4 quick Tips to take care of your immune system. Finally, Cathy shares some incredible resources which you can use for great information about staying healthy during these confusing, challenging times. Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

The controversy and confusion about the world's health crisis seems to be endless, and can leave you feeling like you're standing on shifting sand! This Episode, Part 2 of the series, continues to highlight the POWER you have over YOUR health. Cathy starts this Episode with a discussion about how the world's history is repeating itself. Then she gets into the one health issue and the mandates, and what it all means for all of us. It is super important to be clear about what is going on in real time, in order for each of us to stand in our power and establish a pathway to move forward positively with our health. Cathy gives you 3 important Steps that you can take, starting immediately, which will empower you to move forward. This Episode includes a powerful TOOL that you won't want to miss! Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Today's world presents us with incredible controversy, confusion and challenges about how to stay healthy. This Episode, YOUR Health - YOUR Power!, is all about gaining knowledge and being empowered, so you can make good choices for your own health. Cathy gives you a brief overview of the past few decades, when major shifts in health took place, and our own collective thinking also shifted. She speaks about public health care, and what has occurred right up to this year (2021). Cathy discusses how YOUR health truly matters, and how you can choose to stand in YOUR power! Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

There is a silent partner within your body that works silently 24/7 to maintain balance, which keeps you healthy. It's your immune system. And it is super important to know how you can keep it strong. Cathy starts by discussing 2 main things that are damaging to your immune system, so you can avoid them. Then she dives into what you can do to energize and strengthen your immune system with nutrition. She includes specific nutrients and herbs that support your incredible immune system in specific ways. Finally, you'll discover why creating natural immunity is far better than immunity acquired through medication. Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Sugar and refined foods are two different things, right? Well… not exactly! This Episode gives you straight talk about sugar, about refined foods, and why they seem so different, but in many ways they are exactly the same. In fact, to your body, sugar and refined foods are identical - and Cathy explains why. It's a very important concept to understand. You'll also hear about the 4 main sources of glucose, the body's main source of fuel for energy. Artificial sweeteners are also discussed. You might find some surprising facts as Cathy reveals 10 different ways that sugar and refined foods have a serious impact on your body and your health. Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

This Episode is all about giving you an easy to follow, 5 Step plan - so you can banish your sugar habit. Cathy also has an amazing, extremely time limited BONUS for you, that is only available until the end of November 2021. Cathy starts this Episode by clarifying exactly what she is talking about with the terms ‘sugar', ‘sugar habit', and ‘switch OUT of sugar'. You will also hear why she believes it is NOT possible to be completely free of healthy, natural sugars. Then she gives you a brief summary of the negative issues related to artificial sweeteners. Next, Cathy tells it like it is, when she dives into the details of ‘Your Sugar Habit GONE in 5 Steps'. This Episode is one NOT to miss! The 5 Step plan PLUS the extremely time limited BONUS she gives at the end could absolutely change the game for you! Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

After hitting the ‘pause button' on weekly podcasting, Cathy Ormon is excited to be back! In this Episode, Cathy reveals why she needed to take her own coaching advice, step back and look at the bigger picture of what has been happening for her. She also outlines the expanding horizons of The Sugar Switch®️ Podcast. Then Cathy explores some very big reasons WHY you need to kick sugar. She not only tells you why this is so important - she goes on to lay out the foundations of a 5 Step plan that you can use to kick sugar to the curb! It's all about how you can take care of yourself, so you can have the optimal health and energy you deserve - without relying on pharmaceuticals! Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Have you noticed new types of honey on the market - specifically healthy sounding ones that are infused with herbs and spices? Sweet, for sure - but the real question is: are they healthy?? That's exactly what will be explored in this Episode. Cathy begins by clarifying what honey is and how it affects your body. Then she answers the question ‘what is herbal infused honey?'. Next, you'll find out about the marketing appeal of herbal infused honey, and the reality of herbal infused honey. Cathy also talks about healthy sources of infused herbs and spices. If you are looking for healthy ways to have your sugar, and you don't want to be misled by marketing ‘hype' - you'll definitely want to hear this! Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

When you're totally done, ready to quit sugar or ready to make changes to kick sugar OUT of your life - what's the best way to do it? In STEPS or by doing a sudden, full STOP? Many people ask this very big and important question, which will be fully explored in this Episode. First, Cathy clarifies what she means by the phrase ‘done with sugar', and takes it a step further by answering the underlying question ‘can a person ever really be completely free of sugar?'. Next, you'll learn why a sugar habit and sugar addiction are in your head - literally in your BRAIN! YES - it affects your brain! Then Cathy delves into being done with sugar by taking STEPS and being done with sugar by doing a sudden full STOP. There are many alternatives for highly refined sugars, and Cathy gives you 2 PROVEN ways to be Done With Sugar. This Episode is a MUST for anyone seriously wanting to take control over a sugar habit or sugar addiction. Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Gluten free eating has become a popular dietary choice for many people, but how does gluten free food affect blood sugar levels? It is an important question that will be explored in detail in this Episode. Cathy starts with background information about what gluten is and why a gluten free diet is extremely important for some people - including those with celiac, gluten sensitivity or gluten intolerance. You'll hear about naturally gluten free foods, what makes corn not-so-healthy, and the marketing of gluten free foods. Then Cathy gets into how gluten free foods affect blood sugar levels, and how you can stay healthy AND gluten free. If you've been diagnosed as celiac, or if gluten upsets your digestive system - this information is especially valuable for YOU! Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Sugar is proven to cause issues with blood sugar levels, but how can sugar negatively impact the heart? Heart health and blood sugar balance don't seem to be related at all. Truth is - they are connected! And that's what this Episode is all about… the connection between sugar and heart health issues. The connection between sugar and heart health is not obvious or easy to see at a glance. So Cathy takes you on a journey into how some hormones, like insulin, and body systems work. Along the way, you'll discover how sugar negatively affects the heart in 3 different ways: insulin resistance, cholesterol, and inflammation. Then Cathy will tell you about 5 specific foods (plant based) that are beneficial for heart health. Spoiler alert: you'll also hear some interesting facts about one of the many jobs your liver does. Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

What is plant protein all about, and how healthy is it? In this Episode, Part 6 of the Food for Thought series, you'll find the answers to these questions. This Episode is all about the nutrition of plant protein, legumes and pulses, as well as how to cook dried legumes. Cathy has some valuable solutions for common minor digestive issues that consuming legumes can cause. You'll hear about the incredible nutritional profile, the versatility and the many health benefits of 3 of the most common and popular legumes: lentils, black beans and chickpeas (garbanzo beans). You'll also become aware of one particular, important nutrient that is NOT found in plant protein. This is great information for vegetarians and non-vegetarians alike. Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

What's the big deal is about protein and why it is so important for good health? In this ‘Food For Thought' series Episode, you'll get the basics about protein, and more specific details about animal protein. Cathy starts by explaining what protein is, and why your body requires it, including how it works for keeping blood sugar levels balanced and stable. Cathy compares animal protein to plant protein - nutritionally speaking, so you'll know what the differences are. When Cathy dives into the nutritional profile of animal protein, you will discover one particular nutrient that is available in animal sources of protein, but not available in plant sources of protein. There will be a separate Episode in this series that'll be all about plant protein - stay tuned! Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Do you hesitate to eat nuts because you've been told they're super high in fat? So, you wonder if they are really healthy? In this Episode, Part 4 of the Food For Thought series, you'll discover why nuts really ARE incredibly healthy! Cathy starts by shining a light on the nutrition that most nuts contain, although the exact nutrients vary for each type of nut. Then you'll learn about phytic acid and phytase (something that is not often highlighted in nutritional information), why it can be harmful and the simple solution. Then Cathy dives into the nutritional profile and health benefits of 7 different nuts. If blood sugar issues are top of mind for you, the information in this Episode will be very helpful! Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Need a crunchy, delicious snack that's nutritious and won't kick your cravings into high gear? Seeds are a GREAT solution! They aren't just for snacks, either! This Episode zeroes in on 7 different amazing seeds. Some of them make a great snack food, or can partner very well with nuts. Some of these seeds are terrific for breakfast, some are great to add to salads or your daily nutritious smoothie, and some can be a side dish for dinner. Cathy gives you the whole scoop on each seed - the nutritional content and the incredible health benefits. If you are in the process of making a switch from junk food snacks to real nutritious snacks - you will want the information in this Episode! If you are pre-diabetic or diabetic, this is great information about foods that have a positive effect on blood sugar levels. Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Your Mother (or Grandmother) was a genius! Medical science has now proven their claims to be absolutely right. Eating vegetables WILL make you strong, and healthy. Yes - Vegetables ROCK! in both the health and nutrition categories. In this short, sweet, and to-the-point Episode you will discover 8 POWERFUL components of vegetables that give them the ability to make you strong and healthy, and 6 reasons WHY vegetables ROCK! (those are health benefits). Then Cathy will share 3 Tips to get the most benefit from consuming vegetables. This is tremendously valuable information. because you can use this knowledge to make the best food choices that will give you exuberant energy and strong health - for life! Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

If sugar is harmful, does that mean that FRUIT is harmful? (it contains natural sugar). Good question! In this Episode, Cathy does a deep dive into the pros and cons of fruit, to answer that exact question. This informative Episode starts with clarification of some basic points about sugar. Then Cathy explains how fruit can be either healthy or harmful, and how it affects blood sugar balance. You'll learn about the specific type of natural sugar that is found in fruit, and one particular nutrient that is important, which fruit contains. Cathy also discusses consuming the whole fruit vs consuming fruit juice. Cathy shares 4 great TIPS about how to keep fruit consumption healthy. Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Stress, emotion and sugar all have an effect on each other, which can keep you from gaining your freedom from sugar. This is Part 3 of the Freedom From Sugar series, where it's all about stress and emotion. This Episode starts with details of why a moderate amount of stress is necessary, and how sugar affects stress levels in the body, including the body's emergency response system. You will hear about the physical effects of sugar on particular areas of the brain and how that can keep you stuck in a sugar habit. Cathy discusses emotional undercurrents and how they could be blocking freedom from sugar. Before the end of this Episode, Cathy shares 4 valuable Tips that you can use right away to deal with stress and emotion. Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Food is SO powerful that it can either cause you great harm, OR it can absolutely heal you! In this second Episode of the Freedom From Sugar series, you'll discover how the food you eat can provide healing AND help you find freedom from sugar. This Episode starts with the bare-bones truth about WHY we are all hooked on sugar and refined foods (spoiler: it has nothing to do with weakness or a lack of willpower). Cathy analyzes the double sided nature of food - both the harmful side (like a slow poison) and the powerful healing side. You will learn about the many benefits of switching on the POWER of food to obtain optimal health. Cathy presents 2 PROVEN pathways that you can take to achieve freedom from sugar. If finding freedom from sugar has been one of your goals - the information in this Episode could change the game for you! Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Gaining freedom from sugar is an important issue that can affect health, and so many people struggle with it. This series of Episodes will explore many aspects of this complex challenge. In this Episode, Habit versus Addiction, Cathy starts by examining the specific effects sugar has on your gut and your brain, which are connected by the gut-brain axis. Then she explores the differences between habit and addiction, including 3 signs of sugar addiction. You'll hear a different perspective about freedom and control, deprivation and self-care. Cathy shares her point of view about whether or not it is possible to REALLY be free of ALL sugar. This Episode presents 2 pathways that can help you completely quit sugar or change a sugar habit, to reach optimal health. Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Your amazing body is already equipped with a truly powerful system that can keep you healthy, and you have incredible control over it! This Episode focuses on ways to ENERGIZE your immune system. If avoiding health issues from bacteria or viral infections has been on your mind - this Episode is for YOU! Cathy jumps right in with information about 9 nutrients that all relate to strengthening your immune system. Next, you'll discover why having a healthy gut is super important to keep your immune system energized. Then Cathy reveals 3 ‘immune system crushers' to AVOID. To help you take control and have the healthiest immune system possible - Cathy gives you 4 Tips to energize your immune system. Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Do you realize that you were given a priceless asset the day you were born? This Episode, Part 5 of the Create Your Shift series, shakes things up and shines an entirely different light on the most valuable asset you will EVER have, which is your HEALTH! Cathy starts with the point of view that your priceless asset, your health, is your greatest gift because you didn't have to buy it or earn it - it was given to you at birth. Then Cathy explores the multi-dimensional nature of your amazing health, and debates whether caring for your health is an investment or an expense. Before the end of this Episode, you will have some proven Tips that can help you to be pro-active in maintaining your priceless asset, so you can have great health now and in the future. Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Have you ever felt powerless when it comes to making positive changes in your health? This Episode is all about the POWER you already have, and how you can stand in that power to create your own unique health shift. Your power includes being pro-active in protecting the biggest asset you will ever own. You'll hear about tapping into the energy of nutrition, as well as using the strength of your many past successes to help you stand in your power. You might discover that stories you tell yourself could be getting in your way. Cathy shares basic concepts to follow that will help you stand in your POWER, and 3 Tips to help you implement your power for optimal health. You already have amazing power within you - now it's time to stand in that POWER! Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Looking for the perfect companion tool to help you move your health and wellness forward? Journaling could be just what you need! This Episode takes a serious look at the simple, yet amazing ways you can use journaling to help you create your unique shift, and reach your health goals. Journaling is a great tool that can work for anyone, anywhere, at any time. In this Episode, Cathy explains what makes journaling absolutely invaluable, including several proven health benefits. A journal is the perfect low cost, low tech device that can help reduce stress and help you listen to what your body is telling you, And there are at least 8 more ways that you can gain extremely helpful insight from journaling. If journaling is new to you - no worries! Cathy gives you some tips for getting started. Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Listen… do you hear what your body is telling you? It could be a key factor in creating your unique and wonderful health and wellness shift! This Episode is Part 2 in a terrific series that can help you be the BEST version of yourself! Your body is talking to you and giving you valuable messages ALL the time, whether you are aware of it or not. Cathy takes a deep look at the amazing and insightful tool of connecting with and listening to your body. You'll learn how your body talks to you, what sort of things your body is trying to tell you, and how to tune in to your body easily. You'll also discover how having a scientific mindset can help you move forward with your health. You'll be surprised at how simple, yet effective, this concept really is! Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Have you ever wanted to create a shift in your life, specifically in your energy and overall health, but felt overwhelmed and perplexed about where to start and how to accomplish it? This new series of Episodes is all about helping you create your unique shift! Cathy starts with the concept of making small, sustainable changes that add up to a big, positive impact over time. She explains why this concept works, and lays the groundwork for making your shift by setting your goal using the KISS method. You'll learn the best place to start, and how to move forward at your own pace. Cathy explains the importance of being open to the process, and being consistent. Be sure to tune into the other Episodes in this series too, where you'll discover some important tools you can use to Create Your Shift. Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Got relentless cravings for sugar and/or refined foods? You're not alone, and there are definite steps you can take to help you switch those cravings OFF! In this Episode Cathy starts with 7 different nutrients that help your body physically switch OFF cravings, and she tells you the food sources for each nutrient. Stress has been proven to be one of the biggest drivers of cravings. Cathy gives you 3 simple ways that that work quite quickly to ease your stress, and keep YOU in the driver's seat when stress happens. And finally, Cathy will share the details of 7 ways to switch OFF cravings. Some of those ways might be as easy as making simple tweaks to your current daily routine. Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Can exercise REALLY make a difference when it comes to staying young? Actually - it CAN! In this Episode, Cathy explores 7 ways that exercise can help you maintain your youthfulness. Each of these 7 ways is linked to a different aspect of your health, and Cathy explains how exercise positively impacts each aspect. Then Cathy gives you a short, sweet and to the point list of beneficial steps you can use, starting immediately, to harness the youth maintaining power of exercise. If you've ever been skeptical about the benefits of exercise - this Episode is one you won't want to miss! Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Did you know there could be a connection between having low energy, lack of concentration, muscle cramps and water? This Episode is all about water, and why you need a certain amount to thrive. Cathy starts by giving you some surprising statistics about the importance of water for your body's systems. Then she dives into the benefits of water, and how much water intake is recommended every day. You'll hear about the water content of various foods, and why you should avoid becoming dehydrated. The exploration of this essential element takes you even further by discussing how water can affect the acid/alkaline balance of your body. It is vital to understand the importance of water, so you can maintain optimal health and energy. Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Is staying young, energetic and vibrant high on your list of priorities? Having the best nutrition (the BEST foods) is one of the top ways to make that a reality, not just a dream! In this Episode, Part 2 of a mini-series, you'll discover why good food and nutrition are your best friends when it comes to staying young and full of vigour. Cathy shares details about foods that help to slow down the effects of 4 natural chemical reactions within the body. Then she'll tell you about the best foods for gut health, brain health, bone health and skin health. And, there is one particular beverage that is absolutely crucial for every system in your body. The information in this Episode, if used properly, could significantly increase your energy level and overall youthfulness! Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Is your goal to stay young, vibrant, energetic and totally healthy for your entire life? It's a fantastic goal! This new mini-series, Staying Young, explores factors that are involved in staying young and healthy, and ways that can help make that your reality Cathy identifies key components of your health that are factors in staying young, starting with your body's smallest segments - your cells. You'll hear about 4 of your body's natural chemical reactions that you have some degree of control over. You will discover the ONE common element that has a huge positive impact on your skin, your bones, your gut and your brain - which has the ability to nurture youthfulness, keeping you young, energetic and healthy for life. Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Have you ever been confused about the information on packaged food labels? If so, you're not alone with this frustration! This Episode is a valuable tool for Understanding Food Labels. While Cathy absolutely does NOT advocate a dietary lifestyle of refined, packaged foods, she realizes there are times that it is necessary to buy an occasional food product that has a label. For those times, it it very important to understand the information on food labels, so that you can make informed decisions, and wise choices about the foods you consume. You'll discover details about the Ingredients list, the Nutrition Facts table, hidden sugars, the many names for various nutrients, and several ‘grey areas' on food labels. You'll also understand the reason why some ‘gluten free' products are not healthy. Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Did you know that you already possess a powerful skill that you can use to turn OFF your body's automatic stress response? It's true! You'll learn all about it in this Episode, Part 2 of the mini-series Turn OFF Stress and Cravings. My Guest Wendy Padob joins me once again, as she shares her expertise in ‘breathing away stress'. Wendy outlines 9 different, amazing benefits of deep breathing, and the science behind it. Then she talks about 3 particular exercises you can do, and gives you tips to get the most out of the skill you already possess, to turn OFF stress and cravings, so you can be more relaxed and feel healthier - all the time! For personalized guidance, you can connect with Wendy for her unique coaching package, with special savings Copyright © 2021 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Feeling super stressed and wondering how you can simply switch it off, along with the cravings it causes? There is a way - and that's exactly what this Episode is all about! This is Part 1 of the mini-series Turn OFF Stress and Cravings. Cathy and her Guest Wendy Padob have an incredibly helpful conversation about how to use your body's ‘rest and digest' mode (as opposed to the stressful ‘fight or flight' mode) to turn off stress and cravings. Wendy is a stress management coach and she shares her expertise about how to manage the negative effects of stress, both now and in the future. You'll discover 4 self-care tips for activating the ‘rest and digest' mode, and learn how to stay in that mode for longer periods of time, for greater benefit. In Part 2 of this mini-series of Episodes Wendy will be back, and she will take you even deeper into relaxation, with how to ‘Breathe Away Stress'. This mini-series is sure to be super beneficial for controlling both stress and cravings, and increasing your health! Copyright © 2020 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Looking for clarity and tools to help you start your journey of curbing or quitting sugar? That's what The Quit Sugar Summit is all about! In this Episode, you'll get all the info you need to get started. Cathy and her Guests Mike Collins and Danielle Daem (Host and Co-Host of the Quit Sugar Summit) have a full discussion of what you can expect from the Summit. Mike tells how the Summit got started, and gives a sneak peek of the incredible key Speakers. Danielle explains how this FREE Event works for registered attendees, and how you can get the most out of the Event, including amazing Bonuses. You don't want to miss this FREE Event! It is one week that will be packed with terrific information from incredible speakers; there'll be tons of inspiration and tools to help you gain clarity to move forward with positive changes, one step at a time, to start your journey with quitting sugar. The Quit Sugar Summit is a totally online Event that will be held from January 11-17, 2021, and it's FREE! You won't want to miss it!To Register - go to: http://quitsugarsummit.com?afmc=bn Copyright © 2020 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Do you have a love / hate relationship with food, and sugar? Do you sometimes feel that food is your friend, and sometimes your enemy? In this Episode, we throw the spotlight on that exact experience with food. Cathy's special Guest is Danielle Daem, a sugar freedom and nutrition coach and Co-Host of The Quit Sugar Summit. Cathy and Danielle have a very open conversation about what's going on behind the love / hate relationship that many people have with food. Danielle outlines her understanding of emotional eating, and how emotional health plays a role in our relationship with food, including 2 particular aspects of emotional health. Then Danielle shares some incredible Tips about how to process emotions in a healthy way… super valuable! The Quit Sugar Summit is an amazing online Event that will be held from January 11-17, 2021, and it's a FREE Event! You won't want to miss it!To Register - go to: http://quitsugarsummit.com?afmc=bn Copyright © 2020 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved

Have you ever felt that you are being bossed around or controlled by that delicious white substance called sugar? I know I certainly have! This Episode explores the whole phenomenon of the control that sugar has and why that's happening for so many people. Cathy's special Guest is Danielle Daem, a sugar freedom and nutrition coach and Co-Host of The Quit Sugar Summit. They have a deep conversation about what Danielle sees as the root cause of sugar addiction and dependency. Danielle shares her insights about the inner work that is foundational to kicking sugar, our relationship with food, as well as some other things that make it difficult to kick sugar, and actually keep people stuck in a cycle that repeats over and over. The Quit Sugar Summit is an amazing Event that will be held at the beginning of January 2021, and it's a FREE Event! You won't want to miss it!To Register - go to: http://quitsugarsummit.com?afmc=bn Copyright © 2020 Cathy Ormon – All Rights Reserved