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Claire  Nielsen

Claire Nielsen

Claire Nielsen is a health and nutrition coach, columnist, public speaker at health expos, and founder of www.elixirforlife.ca.

She has published articles on nutrition, mental health and relationship health for several years.

Recent Work by Claire

Claire Nielsen: Eat right and live right for your blood type

Claire Nielsen: Eat right and live right for your blood type

The idea to "eat right for your blood type" was popularized by Dr. Peter J. D'Adamo in the '90s.
Claire Nielsen: Maybe it's all about me

Claire Nielsen: Maybe it's all about me

If you've been told more than once that you take things too personally, it might be time for some honest self-reflection. This article explores how recognizing our own patterns can lead to meaningful change.
Claire Nielsen: Addicted to victim mentality — why is it always about you?

Claire Nielsen: Addicted to victim mentality — why is it always about you?

From passive-aggressive comments to constant self-victimization, some individuals have a knack for making every situation revolve around them. This article explores strategies for dealing with such behavior while protecting your own mental health.
Claire Nielsen: Why self-care is essential for every mother

Claire Nielsen: Why self-care is essential for every mother

'Supermom' may sound like praise, but it often masks exhaustion and invisibility, writes columnist Claire Nielsen.
Claire Nielsen: Soft drinks are hard on our bodies

Claire Nielsen: Soft drinks are hard on our bodies

Soft drinks may be fun and flavorful, but mounting evidence shows they come with serious health consequences — from obesity to heart disease.
Claire Nielsen: To eat grain or not to eat grain

Claire Nielsen: To eat grain or not to eat grain

Grains have been a staple of the human diet since ancient times, providing essential nutrients and energy.
Claire Nielsen: Lymphatic massage for health and healing

Claire Nielsen: Lymphatic massage for health and healing

Unlike deeper massage, lymphatic massage is a method that uses lighter pressure, gentle strokes and taps.
Claire Nielsen: Laughed so hard I peed my pants

Claire Nielsen: Laughed so hard I peed my pants

Pelvic floor disorders like incontinence and prolapse can significantly affect women's quality of life and make some women hesitant to exercise for fear of exacerbating their symptoms, writes columnist Claire Nielsen.
Claire Nielsen: A brief comparison of the digestive issues IBS, Crohn's and Colitis

Claire Nielsen: A brief comparison of the digestive issues IBS, Crohn's and Colitis

The key distinction among these conditions is in their level of inflammation and potential damage to the digestive tract.
Claire Nielsen: Tiana's story

Claire Nielsen: Tiana's story

It's never too late to improve one's health, even when we feel adrift and don't know where to start.
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