I recorded this episode for you! I have noticed a great increase in the consumption of alcohol in women in my life and practice due to the amount of stress, just as a result of life happening in 2020. Alcohol consumption creates a domino effect on our health, causing other struggles. When we drink too much, we tend to eat too much and we are often directed to foods that don't honor or nourish our bodies, we can have interrupted sleep patterns, we can also notice more inflammation and gut issues, and even weight gain.

 

I want to bring awareness to this topic that seems to be normalized.

 

Here are the main topics of today’s episode:

• Why does alcohol impact women differently than men?
• Alcohol contributes to massive oxidative stress.
• Increasing levels of alcohol impact your gut microbiome.
• Your symptoms are a result of your decisions.
• Alcohol contributes to more toxicity in your liver.
• Are you supporting your body to detoxify?
• Increased alcohol will impact your relationship with cortisone and cortisol.
• Why do you drink?
• Tips and suggestions to limit alcohol consumption.
• How to clean up the sneaky triggers.

 

 

At the end of the day, everything comes down to you, your habits and lifestyle decisions. Make conscious choices. Wishing more simplicity and ease in all that you do!

 

You can connect to this episode on iTunes, Spotify, or Stitcher by searching The Simplicity Sessions, or visiting www.jennpike.com/podcast.

 

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I want to share a recipe for a gorgeous smoothie I made for myself recently:

• 1 scoop of SUNWARRIOR Classic Plus Protein Powder, I used the vanilla flavor that includes about 20grs of protein. When buying at SUNWARRIOR use the code simplicity2020 and save 10% off your purchase.
• Cashew butter.
• Cashew Milk.
• Frozen cauliflower.
• A pinch of cinnamon.
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• Blend and add crushed pecans and additional cinnamon on top.

 

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Quotes:

“Women metabolize alcohol way slower than men do.”

“Alcohol contributes to massive oxidative stress.”

“A drink a day is probably too much.”

“There is a direct correlation between the amount of alcohol we consume and increased rates of heart disease, increased risk of cancer and dementia.”

“Losing weight should not be your main goal, your main motivation should be taking care of your health, so you can enjoy more quality time with your children and family.”

“Avoid engaging with people who are asses.”

“Your children are watching what you do, they are not listening to what you say.”

 

Additional Information About Jenn:

Jenn studied and graduated with honors in Human Anatomy and Physiology with such a passion that it propelled her to continue her education over many years. Jenn is a Registered Holistic Nutritionist, Medical Exercise Specialist, Registered Yoga Instructor and Faculty of the Toronto Yoga Conference, Pre & Post Natal Yoga Expert, STOTT Pilates trained instructor, Twist Sport Conditioning Coach, Spin Instructor Crossfit Level 1 Coaching, among other certifications she got along the way. She is also a guest Holistic Expert for Breakfast Television, Global, CHCH, Rogers Tv and writes columns for STRONG Fitness Magazine, iRun magazine, Savvy Mom and contributes to Inside Fitness Magazine, The Toronto Star and Sun. She is also a proud educator and ambassador to Genuine Health, Nature’s Emporium, and Juice Plus.

Jenn is a proud mama to two beautiful souls and her best teachers of life. She resides on Lake Simcoe in Keswick with her husband and two children.