the maitano academy

Take charge of high blood pressure in as little as 2 weeks. This Master course breaks down the  Dietary Approaches to Stopping Hypertension (DASH)  and teaches you how to manage and in some cases reverse high blood pressure while enjoying African heritage foods.

Did you know that your gut is the powerhouse of your health?  Beyond the day-to-day belly aches and discomforts, the gut is filled with an ecosystem of tiny bacteria that build health. From heart health, to good mood and a brain that remembers everything, more and more studies show that your gut has everything to do with good health. This course teaches you how to create a healthy microbiome. A happy gut= a healthy you.

Plant-based diets are all the rave...and for good reason. Diets that are high in plants and low in animal products have been shown to reduce blood sugars, manage blood pressure and improve overall health. Furthermore, eating less meat is good for the earth. However, plant based and vegetarian diets are not created equal. This course provides you with the guidance you need to create a plant based eating pattern that is loaded with your favorite foods and truly transforms health. 

Is it really possible to sleep your way to better health? Studies suggest so. Getting enough, good quality sleep may be the boost your body needs to jumpstart the  healing process and leave you feeling your best.This course presents the science of sleep and gives you the science based skills you need to create a healthier sleep regimen.  

Exercise! You either love it or hate it. Beyond going to the gym and engaging in exercises you absolutely hate, one thing health professionals know is that in order to improve health, movement that you can stick to matters. This mini-course gives you the basics you need to know about how to develop a movement plan you love and can still to forever. 

Learn what numerous anceient cultures have known...Meditation is important for stress management. But, how do you still your mind when all you can think of is a laundry list of things to do and how you are going to manage the stress life is throwing at you? Learn how to calm the mind and relax through meditation in this mini-course. 

Did you know that type II diabetes can be prevented. This quick mini-course discusses 3 components of healthy living that help prevent it. 

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