Classes
Yoga & Nutrition Workshop
9th of April 2017
at the Harvest Moon Centre, 24 Lwr Baggot Street
1100 A.M. – 200 P.M.
COST €40, early bird €35 before the 3rd of April
There is more and more research showing us how your gut and brain are interconnected (Gut & Brain Axis – GBA). We also know that stress can affect your digestion and vice versa.
Have you ever wondered how the food you eat influences your gut and stress level? What is the physiological effect that stress has on your digestive system? Are you suffering from the Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS)? You will be able to answer these questions after this enjoyable workshop.
Dominika (yoga teacher) and Francesco (nutritional therapist) will bring you through body movement that helps with digestive discomfort and will explain the benefits and role of the gut flora in health and disease; all this in a friendly and relaxed atmosphere.
You will learn practical tips that you can use at home to improve your health and wellbeing. You will also get to taste delicious food prepared by Francesco who will share the recipes too!
The workshop will consist of 3 parts:
1) 1.5h of gentle yoga practice with particular focus on the poses that help digestion, relief IBS symptoms and stomach cramps
2) Dive in and enjoy lovely 6 freshly made vegetable dishes (recipes will be suitable for vegans)
3) 1h of a nutrition talk aimed at clarifying the role of gut flora, imbalances, symptoms and food that helps
No yoga experience or nutrition knowledge required.
Bring your own water and mat (if you don’t have one, talk to us). Wear comfortable clothing.
ONLY 8 PLACES AVAILABLE! Waitlist will be open thereafter
Cost: early bird €35 (paid by the 3rd of April) or €40 thereafter.
To book your place, please contact Francesco: chicopolito@gmail.com, 0876528301
If you have questions/suggestions, please, contact us. We will be happy to hear from you!
Dominika: dominikayoga@gmail.com, 0851597175, www.lifealiveyoga.com
Francesco: chicopolito@gmail.com, 0876528301, www.hooporganic.com
To Book your place we need 50% deposit. Please email Francesco and will send payment details or get your please NOW HERE
Monday 13th of March at
The HARVEST MOON, 615 p.m. -730 p.m.
24 Lwr baggot street, dublin 2
Cost 10€
Frequents colds, flus, runny nose, mucus, infections are the result of an imbalanced immune system.
Long term immune imbalance may lead to eczema, psoriasis, Rheumatoid arthritis and many autoimmune conditions.
We can help our body maintain a balanced yet active immune system by addressing other systems imbalances and optimising diet and lifestyle.
We will learn how the immune system basic functioning, how diet, exercise and lifestyle may disf=rutp this delicate balance.
We will look at
- foods and practices that enhance immunity to restore health
- how to quench bloating, pain
- learn about the various methods the body uses to protect our body
- gut flora pivotal role in immunity from birth
- Nervous system pathways to assist immunity
The Harvest Moon
24 lwr Baggot Street, Dublin 2
Tuesday 1st of November at 630 p.m. – Cost 10€
Plants and fruits have many benefits from fibre to vitamin and minerals.
Come and discover the world of powerful plant food rich in
- antioxidants
- flavonoids
- polyphenols
without which life could not endure and prosper.
Chemical spraying, industrial farming and regulations are impoverishing our current diet with health concern for the future
We will talk about the effect of antioxidants on
- gut flora
- heart
- cardiovascular system
- detoxification
- hormone balance.
We will review the various types of AO(antioxidants), their function and how they achieve an optimum level of protection.
You will receive a list of recipes including many fruits and vegetables.
Are you digested!!!
The Harvest Moon Centre
24 lwr baggot street
Monday 17th October – 630 p.m. – Cost €10
Digestion is vital for food breakdown and to supply the body with nutrients that nurture any other body system.
The immune, cardiovascular, detoxification system all depends on nutrients to function.
The body cells need those nutrients to allow life to take place.
Bloating, reflux, cramps, constipation, diarrhoea and other digestive disturbances may lead or are the underground factor in many chronic disease or fatigue, headaches, PMS ETC.
We will learn
- How digestion occur
- How to reduce symptoms
- Foods that help different parts of the digestive cycle
- How to test
ENERGISE NATURALLY
The Harvest Moon Centre
24 lwr baggot street
Monday 10th October – 630 p.m. – Cost €10
Tired all the time, fatigue, unable to sustain today 24/7 lifestyle, increased environmental demand.
What do we do? We increase stimulants, we can’t sleep and we get sick.
This class will discuss how energy is produced and what body systems are involved in this process.
We will talk about the cell powerhouse the Mitochondria and what nutrients are needed for energy production.
We will also learn about the reasons behind low energy output and how can we change our dietary habits and lifestyle to match our desired energy need.
Recipes and basic tips will be given.
THYROID HEALTH CLASS
The Harvest Moon Centre
Monday 3rd October – 630 p.m. – Cost €10
The thyroid is our modulating organ from body temperature to calcium metabolism and cellular burning rate.
Problems associated with thyroid dysfunction include
Hair loss
Energy
Weight gain/loss
Sex Hormones imbalances
Depression
Bad skin
Constipation
Sensitive to cold
We will discusses the main causes of HYPO/HYPERTHYROIDISM and the effect of Cortisol, Iodine on this gland.
We will look at how to test it properly and what dietary and lifestyle changes can help you managing a dysfunctional thyroid
The role of food in health and disease
Join us at THE HARVEST MOON CENTER, 24 LWR BAGGOT ST
26 SEPTEMBER AT 630 PM – 8PM
FREE OF CHARGE
Food and health have never been so closely related. Daily digestive disturbances, chronic diseases, poor sleep, low energy, weight management, mental disorders are on the rise despite greater medical knowledge than ever.
Why?
What is the role of Nutrition in health?
How food is used by our body?
How can you achieve balance in preventing bad health?
How do i know what i eat is good for me?
This free open day will highlight the benefit of optimum nutrition, targeted nutrition and your own biochemical individuality, that makes each one of us different hence our nutritional status is paramount and unique to our health.
This will be the first of a series of weekly classes that will explain how body system works and how food or lack of it, stress, lack of exercise affects our body biochemical balance leading to disease.
Food will be the essential part of these classes where you will learn what dietary changes YOU need to make to improve your health and reduce the symptoms of a discomfort.
Recipes will be available too.
There will be different speakers all of us practicing Nutritional Therapists.
We will also discuss basic points for weight management.
Sample food and teas available on the premises.
Ring the bell second down from the top left or call 0876528301
Fertility – The role of lifestyle, endocrine system and dietary changes
630p.m. – The Harvest Moon Centre, 24 Lwr Baggot Street, D2 or BOOK HERE
Fertility is controlled by various mechanism including
- Hormonal control during menses
- Stress hormones balance
- Nutrients biovailability
Our latest lifestyle practices with increasing stress levels, higher stress inducing food, poor sleeping pattern and imbalanced dietary intake may weaken the male and female reproductive system.
We will discuss how to regulate menstrual cycle, support the long term adrenal function and what nutrients are required.
All this will include a digestive check up to ensure the above points are met.
It will be a relaxing, instructive and happy class about one of the most magical yet scientific phenomenon ever to occur to us
COST €10
Labeling a guide step by step
630p.m. – The Harvest Moon Centre, 24 Lwr Baggot Street
We tend to cook less and trust manufactures when we buy packaged products.
This class will focus on how to to make healthy choices by understanding the truth behind labels.
We will have a hands on exercise on labels and explain the ingredients on it.
I will guide you through a chemical free diet. More
Cost €10
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