7 Ways Longevity Starts with Your VO₂ Max

Why does cardio fitness matter so much to longevity? Cardiovascular fitness, best measured by assessing your VO₂ (oxygen consumption), is one of the most powerful indicators we have to measure your overall health and longevity potential. Your ‘VO₂ max’ reflects how efficiently heart, lungs, and muscles function together to keep the body moving when it’s working hard. Research indicates that higher VO₂ max levels are associated with a lower risk of mortality and a longer lifespan, which is the main reason I encourage everyone to work on improving their VO₂ max.

Sunshine Deficiency: Why Your Mood Might Be Hibernating This Winter

Health Coach Tip - Improve Your Immunity With Meditation

Can meditation help support the immune system? When creating a health arsenal to support your immune system and combat illness, I bet that meditation isn't the first thing that comes to your mind! While it’s always important to incorporate as many immunity-boosting, health-supporting foods, supplements and healthy habits as possible, there are other lifestyle modalities to focus on – like mindfulness and meditation!

9 Life-changing Ways to Tend to Your Soulspan

As my readers know, I often talk about ‘health-span,’ the number of years we’re able to physically function well. Well, soul-span speaks to an even bigger issue, as in, what are you doing with all those years? What good is a long life with a well-functioning mind and body if the time you spend on the planet lacks meaning or purpose? I think if we’re honest enough to ask that question, we already know the answer. Which begs the question: how to cultivate and nourish your ‘soul span’ to help seed a happier, and yes, healthier life?

What You Need to Know About Nitrates

Despite their bad reputation, these nitrogen-based compounds are a vital piece of a nutrient jigsaw puzzle. Our bodies need them to make nitric oxide, which plays a major role in how well we age.

Health Coach Tip - How to Support Stem Cells Naturally for Longevity

Stem cells play a crucial role in maintaining and repairing tissues throughout the body. As we age, the number and efficiency of our stem cells decline, contributing to the aging process and age-related diseases. By supporting and nurturing stem cells naturally, we can potentially improve healthspan and enhance longevity.

6 Ways B12 Keeps Mental and Physical Health Humming

Vitamin B12 is one of those unique substances that does so much good that I urge anyone interested in health and longevity not to overlook it. One big reason to keep your levels topped up? It’s great for brain health and keeping your mood on an even keel – just what our difficult times require. What else can B12 do for you? Tend to the essentials like heart health, energy levels, and neurological function and so much more. My advice? Top off your tank every chance you get!

Why Quality Sleep Matters — and What to Do When You’re Not Getting It

The healing power of sleep may elude us for any number of reasons — including insomnia. Learn why quality sleep is so essential and how to get more of it.

Health Coach Tips - Natural Remedies For Autumnal Allergies

Autumn is here, and with it comes the beauty of colorful leaves, the crispness of cooler air, and the dread of seasonal allergies. Allergies can be incredibly frustrating and debilitating. The constant sneezing, congestion, and itchy eyes can make it challenging to enjoy the beauty of autumn. Luckily, there are many natural remedies that can help tame those pesky symptoms: