We all deserve a little self-care. Especially those of us who forget to take care of ourselves until the damage has been done. However, there are some simple steps that we can take to remind ourselves that we matter as individuals and as a society. These include eating well, exercising regularly, drinking enough water, and spending time with friends and family.

Nutrition is a huge component of good mental health. It controls our moods, how we feel about the world around us, and our energy levels. Being healthy is important for everyone, but it can be especially vital for those with mental illness as many people find that changing their diet helps to control symptoms. And eating healthily brings us various benefits: living longer; having more energy; looking better; feeling happier; preventing illness. Eating a balanced diet is the best thing you can do for your body. It's a form of self-care.

Jinan Banna, is an Associate Professor, Registered Dietitian and Nutrition Coach. Her mission is to help working women navigate the food environment with ease. She also help busy people meet their health goals, maintain a healthy weight, improve digestion, and feel energized.

Together with Jinan, we will discuss the importance of taking care of yourself by focusing on food andgive you tips on how to make "healthy" food choices towards achieving optimum health and lifelong wellness.

In this episode, you’ll learn:

· How a nutritionist is different from a registered dietitian

· What are some common misconceptions about diet and weight loss

· Why restricting your food intake is not an effective approach of losing weight

· What leads to weight gain

· How Janina got started in her career

· How healthy diet may help in disease prevention and the management of chronic conditions

· What is the key to maintaining a healthy diet

Get in Touch with Jinan Banna:

· LinkedIn

· Website

· Facebook Page

· Pinterest

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