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June 24, 2012

Health coach preaches eating for energy

TERRE HAUTE — Advertisers make some really sweet offers when it comes to food, but the reality could be a real downer.

Larry Wetnight, a certified health coach with Major Wellness, told visitors at a free workshop Saturday morning that what they eat plays a significant role in how they feel. About a dozen participants attended the workshop, titled “Eating for Energy,” hosted inside the Vigo County Public Library.

“A good rule of thumb is don’t buy anything that’s advertised on television,” he said with a laugh midway through the program.

Boosting one’s energy naturally begins with the morning rituals they practice concerning food, as well as the substances they consume throughout the day, and how much rest they get at night. All of these aspects are interrelated, he pointed out, emphasizing the need to reduce caffeine and processed sugar.

“Sixty-six percent of all Americans start off with soda in the beginning of their day,” he said, citing statistics that show 56 percent drink coffee in the morning, and 35 percent use some form of energy drink. “Your morning ritual may feel like an energy boost, but caffeine actually wreaks havoc on your blood sugar and nervous system.”

This is just one of many ways people can get their day started off wrong, leading toward a mid-afternoon “slump” full of mood swings, fatigue, impatience and even headaches.

“Most Americans are chronically dehydrated,” he said, encouraging people to drink more water. Specific amounts to consume vary from individual to individual based on their activity, he said, offering 64 ounces or half of one’s bodyweight in ounces as guiding principles.

Another way to replace sugar and caffeine is to blend vegetables into drinks. Offering samples of an “energizing green smoothie,” Wetnight blended kale, broccoli, apples, bananas and grape and peach juices with ice to make a vitamin-packed concoction.

“Drink something green,” he said. “Green is good. Green is healthy.”

Fighting off the urge to eat sugary treats is tough, he said, pointing out the sheer volume of advertising focused on fast food and candy. The average American consumes 142 pounds of sugar each year, he said, and the negative results on health are telling.

Afterwards, participant Leah Myers said the workshop was beneficial.

“I had a good time and I learned a lot,” she said as Wetnight distributed shots of green smoothies.

Wetnight offers individualized health consultations through his company. More information about the company can be found at www.majorwellness.net.

Brian Boyce can be reached at 812-231-4253 or brian.boyce@tribstar.com.

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