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Jul 5, 2023 · Health & WellnessHealth Coach Tip – The Benefits of Aromatherapy
Harnessing the power of scent, aromatherapy offers a unique and delightful way to enhance our physical, mental, and emotional well-being.
Jul 3, 2023 · Nutrition9 Simple Ways to Make Your Kitchen a Greener and Healthier One
Though plenty of people still cling to their plastic, these days we know that doing so is bad news. Over time we’ve realized that plastic-based convenience comes at a high price, exposing our bodies to far too many health-bashing endocrine disruptors or EDs. What makes EDs so scary is that they have the power to wreak havoc with your hormones – think stimulating cancer development and triggering immunity, fertility, metabolic, developmental and cognitive problems - so in short, it’s time to get this crap out of your kitchen and your life.
Jun 30, 2023 · MovementHow Positive Emotions Supercharge the Effects of Exercise
Psychologist Kelly McGonigal, PhD, on how a joyful approach to exercise can help people reach their fitness goals more easily.
Jun 28, 2023 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip – The Benefits of Creativity
The relationship between creativity and health is a fascinating one. Embracing your inner artist offers up many health benefits.
Jun 26, 2023 · Health & Wellness9 Things to Know About Optimizing Brain Function with Nootropics
Not sure I’ve ever met anyone who’s not interested in having a well-functioning brain and as time marches on, we tend to desire it even more. There are a number of things you can do to keep your brain moving in a positive direction for as long as possible, like the usuals of high quality sleep, whole foods, no sugar and movement, but another you may wish to add to the list would be ‘nootropics.’ Though the name alone might stop you – it does have a bit of a 50’s sci-fi ring to it – the phrase comes from the ancient Greek which, literally translated, means “mind turning.” These are substances that when ingested may enhance mental performance.
Jun 23, 2023 · MovementThe Importance of Maintaining Mobility as You Age
Mobility is a critical component of aging well. Experts explain how to maintain it for the long haul.
Jun 21, 2023 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip – How To Stay Hydrated
Ideally we need to get 4 big glasses of water a day – give or take.
Jun 19, 2023 · Health & Wellness9 Ways to Connect With Nature – the Medicine Just Outside Your Door
More than just being good for your emotional life, one fact that often gets overlooked is that connecting with nature creates incredibly positive physical changes in the body as well, making time spent in nature a powerful natural medicine, and one I happily ‘prescribe’ to all of my patients. What’s more, time in nature is one more pillar of wellness – along with good sleep, whole foods, and plenty of movement that can make or break how well you feel right now and for as long as possible in years to come.
Jun 16, 2023 · Healthy AgingMethyl-what? A Beginner’s Guide to Methylation
Methylation is a hot topic in health these days, but do you have any idea what it means? Put simply, it’s a cellular process constantly happening in your body, and when it’s working optimally, so are you.
Jun 14, 2023 · Health & WellnessHealth Coach Tip – Tips For Travel
With all of the fun that travel brings, it also poses risks for health, be it fatigue, circadian rhythm disruption, or dry skin – but luckily, we can easily combat and avoid many of these risks. With this in mind, here are some tips to promote health on your journey.
Jun 12, 2023 · Nutrition3 Reasons to Love Organics – And 17 Ways To Buy More Of Them For Less
The increased demand for and supply of organic food has narrowed the cost differential, putting more organic options within reach for more people. Still, I know price can be a concern. That’s why I want to explain why I’m so passionate about organics and offer a few ways to help you enjoy more of them without emptying the piggy bank. In the end, investing in the cleanest, least altered, healthiest food possible is a lot less costly than a lifetime of prescriptions and doctor visits, so I feel strongly that organics are an essential investment in long-term health everyone should make. Here’s how to do it with an eye toward the bottom line.
Jun 9, 2023 · Health & WellnessConquer Cervicogenic Headaches: The Power of Manual Physical Therapy
Cervicogenic headaches are a common and often debilitating type of headache that originates from the cervical spine or neck region - learn more about them.
Jun 7, 2023 · Health & WellnessHealth Coach Tip – The Benefits of Reducing Tech Time
Research suggests that cutting back on technology usage may have incredible benefits for our mental and physical health, relationships, and overall well-being.
Jun 5, 2023 · Nutrition9 Instant Health Upgrades That Happen When You Quit Booze
Everyday we’re bombarded with TV images advertising all the good things that drinking alcohol brings – fun! Spontaneity! Romance! Too bad they rarely show us the other side, the busted lives and wrecked livers that come with blatantly abusive drinking. But for a much larger group of us, it’s a more subtle erosion of the quality of life – trouble sleeping, feeling a bit dragged out and mentally maybe a step slower – that is so routine we may not even think about what’s behind it. All too often, a so-called moderate alcohol habit that may even stay within government recommendations –no more than two daily drinks for men, one for women – nevertheless chips away at our physical and mental health. It’s time we call alcohol what it is: a toxin, and as we get older, the body gets less shy about confirming its toxic status.
Jun 2, 2023 · Healthy AgingThe Best Ways To Integrate Cold Into Your Life
Looking for ways to benefit from cold exposure? Check out these possibilities to get some cold into your life!
May 31, 2023 · Health Coach TipsHealth Coach Tip - No Time For Self-Care?
Taking care of yourself doesn't have to be time-consuming or expensive. In this article, we'll explore three simple yet effective ways to include self-care in your daily routine.
May 29, 2023 · NutritionMy 9 Rules of Good Food and How to Get Yours
Big Food has so dazzled us with the quantity of what they produce, it’s helped made it easy to overlook or consciously ignore quality. The result? The food we’re putting into our systems, however reasonable in cost and tasty they may be, is making us sick and ultimately contributing to shortened life and health spans -- and making a hash of our health on a global scale. I have a few thoughts on how you can beat the odds by shopping and eating smarter.
May 26, 2023 · Health & WellnessHow to Build Mental Resilience Through Thermaculture
Learn how the practice of activating your body’s thermoregulation response can help you improve your stress tolerance for daily life.
May 24, 2023 · Health & WellnessHealth Coach Tip – Spring-Time Cleaning
Spring is a time for new beginnings, and what better way to start fresh than with a little spring cleaning?
May 22, 2023 · NutritionLet’s Get Nuts: 7 Nuts That Taste Great and Boost Health
It’s hard not to love nuts. They’re portable, convenient, delicious and deliver a solid dose of nutritional goodies that help your body thrive. Eating more nuts is one simple, virtually effortless healthy habit that I encourage everyone (everyone who isn’t allergic, that is) to indulge in. Nutritionally speaking, the average nut punches above its weight (and small size), yet it’s one of nature’s most often overlooked superfoods! Whether you’re trying to snack smarter or add more flavor and texture to your morning oats and lunchtime salads, nuts are always a great idea.
May 19, 2023 · MovementThe Powerful Health Benefits of Walking
Going for a walk — though often underrated and underappreciated — is one of the most powerful things you can do for your health. Here's why.
May 17, 2023 · Health Coach TipsRecipe - Spring-Time Frittata
Try this 4-serving recipe for a delicious spring vegetable frittata – it is not only delicious, but also a great way to use up some of the wonderful vegetables that are available during this time of year.
May 15, 2023 · Nutrition7 Ways to Balance Your Brain, Belly and Mood with Food
In a post-pandemic world, depression and anxiety are all too common afflictions, but before you reach for the pills, consider the plate, that is, the food you eat every day. It can have a major, and all too often, underappreciated, effect on your mood. Why? A lot of it has to do with the role of the bacteria in your gut, the microbiome, which play crucial role in maintaining your emotional well-being. Feed the good bugs in your belly what they want, they, in turn, will take care of you.
May 12, 2023 · Health & WellnessHow I Reversed My PCOS with Functional Medicine and How You Can Too
Here are some strategies that I have used for my patients to help reverse PCOS and restore hormones balance.