Elaine Gavalas
Elaine's featured on the Today Show, Martha Stewart Living Today and other media. She's an exercise physiologist, nutritionist, yoga therapist and author of Yogi in the Kitchen, Yoga Minibook Series and Secrets of Fat-Free Greek Cooking elainegavalas.com.
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Elaine Gavalas received her Master's degree and Certification from Columbia University, New York.Interests
yoga, health, fitness, diet, alternative medicine, healthy cooking and recipes, whole foods and organics, weight loss, weight management, green lifestyle, spirituality, Greek food and drink, Greek diet, Mediterranean diet, Greek recipes, Greece travelMotto
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Sea Vegetable Salad to Fight RadiationResearch suggests that adding sea vegetables to your diet may protect against toxins and nuclear radiation exposure. Here's a sea vegetable salad to fight radiation.
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Worried About Nuclear Radiation? Try AlgaeResearch suggests that chlorella and spirulina algae may protect against radiation damage from nuclear power disaster. Here's the full story. -
These Foods Protect Against Radiation DamageBreakthrough research suggests that antioxidants found in bran, legumes and green tea may protect against radiation damage from sun exposure, cancer radiation therapy or nuclear fallout. Here's the full story. -
Yoga Chocolate PleasuresSucculent chocolate-dipped strawberries is a decadently delicious and healthful yogic treat to indulge in this Valentine's Day (or any day).
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Yoga Relieves Eye ProblemsOverview: A study suggests that yoga may relieve eye problems such as dry eye and eye strain. Here's the full story.
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Lose Weight with Yoga TeaYoga Tea can help with weight control. Make Yoga Tea part of your New Year's resolution to lose weight.
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Yoga Holiday CheerYoga-inspired, healthy holiday treats for family, friends and Mother Earth.
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Scientific Breakthrough: Mediterranean Diet and Olive Oil Positively Change Gene FunctionBreakthrough research suggests that the Mediterranean diet and virgin olive oil change gene function to protect the heart. Here's the full story. -
Can Compassion Meditation Positively Change the Brain?Can practicing compassion meditation change the brain region linked with positive emotions? A study suggests that it can. Get the full story here.
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Elaine Gavalas Yoga for Weight Loss Part 1In this podcast sample, author and expert Elaine Gavalas presents her complete yoga weight management and lifestyle program to achieve and maintain desired weight goals. YOGA FOR WEIGHT LOSS PODCAST SERIES: http://bit.ly/c3fXqG THE YOGA MINIBOOK FOR WEIGHT LOSS: http://amzn.to/cCfB5V -
Yoga Relieves FibromyalgiaA study suggests that yoga may relieve fibromyalgia symptoms and improve functioning. Here's the full story.
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Greek Mediterranean Diet Combats Breast CancerA new study suggests that the Greek Mediterranean diet can lower the risk of breast cancer in postmenopausal women. Get the full story here.
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Elaine Gavalas Greek Mediterranean Diet, Part 2In this two part series, author and expert Elaine Gavalas discusses the ancient roots of Greek cuisine and the health benefits of the Greek Mediterranean Rural Diet. SECRETS OF FAT-FREE GREEK COOKING Book: http://elainegavalas.com -
Elaine Gavalas Greek Mediterranean Diet Part 1Author and Expert Elaine Gavalas discusses the ancient roots of Greek cuisine and the health benefits of the Greek Mediterranean Rural Diet. SECRETS OF FAT-FREE GREEK COOKING Book: http://elainegavalas.com -
Elaine Gavalas Yogi in the Kitchen Web Videos - Yoga Fruit & Grain Salad, Episode 1Elaine Gavalas' Yoga Fruit & Grain Salad Episode 1 shows how to combine healthy cooking with yoga breathing and meditation for a spiritual experience. Yoga Fruit & Grain Salad Recipe: http://bit.ly/9acaO7 Yogi in the Kitchen Book: http://amzn.to/cCfB5V -
Can Yoga Benefit Heart Failure Patients?A study suggests that yoga can improve heart health and quality of life in patients with heart failure. Read the full story here.
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Want to Lose Weight? Try Tai Chi and QigongA study suggests that tai chi and qigong can promote weight loss and improve metabolic syndrome. Here's the full story. -
Yoga Nidra Helps War VetsA feasibility study suggests that yoga nidra can help war vets cope with stress. Get the full story here. -
Can Probiotics Promote Weight Loss?Find out what a recent study reports about probiotic supplementation and obesity. -
Can Yoga Help Post Traumatic Stress Disorder?A study suggest that yoga can help relieve PTSD and the aftershocks of natural disasters. Read the full story here. -
Can Mindfulness Meditation Help Binge Eaters?Could practicing mindfulness meditation curb compulsive overeating? A study suggests that it can. Get the full story here. -
Yoga Relieves Irritable Bowel SyndromeA study suggests that yoga may relieve irritable bowel syndrome more effectively than medication. Here's the full story.
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Yoga for Cancer Patients Improves Sleep and FatigueA new study suggests that yoga can improve sleep and fight fatigue in cancer patients. Get the full story here. -
Yoga Relieves Teen Eating DisordersA study suggests that yoga therapy can help teens relieve eating disorders. Here's the full story. -
Yoga Lowers Obesity and Diabetes RiskA study suggests that yoga can promote weight loss and prevent diabetes. Here's the full story. -
Yoga Improves Premature EjaculationA study suggests that yoga can help men overcome premature ejaculation and enhance sexual satisfaction. Here's the full story.
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Yoga Improves Balance in SeniorsA study suggests that yoga can improve balance in seniors and prevent falls. Here's the full story.
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Spring CleanseTreat yourself to a yoga cleansing diet and greet the spring with a fresh new feeling.
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Gut Bacteria Linked to ObesityA new study suggests that gut bacteria can increase the risk of obesity and metabolic syndrome. Find out the full story here.
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Yoga May Reduce Pregnancy ComplicationsThere may be another advantage of yoga practice - reduced pregnancy complications for expectant moms. Get the details here.
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Obesity Jeopardizes U.S. National SecurityResearch reports that the obesity epidemic jeopardizes the military and national security. Find out the full story here.
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Yoga Combats Binge EatingA study suggests that yoga can relieve binge eating disorder. Here's what you need to know.
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Mediterranean Diet Promotes Brain HealthA new study suggests that the Mediterranean diet can promote brain health and lower the risk of dementia. Get the full story here.
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Yoga Improves Women's SexualityA study suggests that yoga can enhance women's libido and sexual satisfaction. Find out the full story.
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A Yoga Practice May Reduce InflammationThere may be another advantage of a yoga practice - reduced inflammation and chronic disease risk. Find out what a new study shows about yoga, stress and inflammation.
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Yoga Weight Loss PlanYoga can help with weight control. Here's a yoga plan for weight loss and maintenance.
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Can Botanicals Really Promote Weight Loss?Find out what recent studies report about plants and weight loss.
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Can Herbs Boost Sex Drive?Are herbal aphrodisiacs as effective as advertising claims? Find out what recent studies report about herbs and libido.
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Can Transcendental Meditation Prolong Life?Could practicing TM prolong your life? Recent studies suggest that it can. Find out the full story.
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Yoga Mindfulness Promotes Weight LossA study finds that yoga practice is associated with mindful eating and weight management.
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Yoga Prevents Middle-Aged SpreadA study finds that yoga practice is associated with a lower 10-year weight gain in middle-aged adults.
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Vinyasa (Power) Yoga Boosts Calorie BurningA study finds that vinyasa (power) yoga can burn as many calories as traditional aerobics such as walking, running and aerobic dance.
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Hatha Yoga Promotes FitnessA study finds that hatha yoga practice promotes overall fitness including flexibility, strength, endurance and balance.
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Which Specific Foods in a Mediterranean Diet Promote LongevityResearch suggests that specific food groups in the Mediterranean diet may promote longevity.