Reduce Stress In Three Easy Steps
As we approach this holiday season, life can become more overwhelming than normal. Everyone has stress in their lives. Unfortunately, we cannot eliminate it completely. We can reduce the level of stress by applying these three easy steps: get moving, limit the incoming noise, and get enough sleep. Get Moving An easy, natural, yet incredibly powerful method of reducing stress is as simple as putting one foot in front of the other and increasing your... Read More
Monday November 14, 2022
What is Cardiometabolic health?
Did you know that only 1 in 14 American adults have optimal heart and metabolic health? A recent article, July 2022 , in the Journal of American College of Cardiology stated that only 6.8% of US adults have optimal cardiometabolic health, declining from 1999-2000. Metabolic health is determined by adiposity (fat storage/healthy weight and waist circumference), blood glucose, (normal blood sugar level without taking medication), blood lipids (ideal... Read More
Monday October 10, 2022
Daily Vitality
Daily Vitality with Supplement Support As a health coach, I do my best to practice what I share with my clients. Eating a whole foods nutrient-rich diet is vital for living our best lives. What we eat, and we eat, eats lays the foundation of a healthy lifestyle. If you eat meat, you have to pay special attention to what the animal is being fed as well. You may be a vegetarian and think, I don't have to worry about that, yes, you do. Unfortunately, today's soil... Read More
Wednesday September 7, 2022
Lighten Your Toxic Load with Three Easy Steps
Lighten Your Toxic Load with Three Easy Steps! Did you know that we are exposed to countless toxins every day from sources we may not even be aware of? Toxins are any substance that places undue stress on the body. The toxic load is the sum of these substances, accumulated within your body, and the burden they place on organs at any given time. Many of these toxins are hormone disruptors and wreak havoc on our health. Over the last two decades, there has... Read More
Monday August 8, 2022
The Power of the Sun - Summer Suncare
The Power of the Sun - Summer Suncare Our Friend, the Sun is essential to life on earth. It provides warmth, daylight, and positive signals to your body. Its rays provide our bodies with the ability to create serotonin which is linked to improving mood and mental health. The sun also regulates the production of melatonin and supports our circadian rhythms and sleep cycles. It also helps synthesize vitamin D which helps boost our immune system and promotes... Read More
Tuesday July 5, 2022
A New Way to Cook and Hydrate!
A New Way To Cook and Hydrate! A dash of this is, a sprinkle of that, and a drop of essential oil for the perfect dish! A new way to cook and hydrate. Essential oils are always fresh and are a great alternative to traditional dried herbs. Do you have a favorite soup recipe that could use a face lift? Or maybe a salsa recipe that could use a little extra kick? It is so easy to add essential oils to soup recipes, homemade salsa, sauces for pasta and... Read More
Sunday June 5, 2022
Is It Time For A Sugar Detox?
Is It Time for A Sugar Detox? Have you ever wanted to do a sugar detox? Do you ever feel weighed down by too manytreats, a not-so-healthy diet, or just too much-processed food? So, what are the benefits of a sugar detox? Depending on what types of sugar we consume in our regular diet, our sugar intake can have a major impact on how we feel from day-to-day. In today's world, so many foods and drinks contain added sugars, we often don't even realize... Read More
Saturday May 7, 2022
Cleanse and Detoxify!
Cleanse Detoxify Spring brings new growth and regeneration, which makes it a great time to refresh our systems. This month we welcome in the month with simple and gentle ways to detoxify our bodies. Understanding Our Natural Detoxification System While there are many uncontrollable factors in our overall health, through good lifestyle habits and proactive health care we can have a significant influence over our physical well-being. Proper... Read More
Tuesday April 5, 2022
Emotions: Mind Body Connection
Emotions: Mind-Body Connection Emotions. No matter our age, lifestyle, or where we live, the one thing that unites all humans is that we all experience emotions. Emotions impact everything we do and affect our overall happiness and wellbeing. Emotions differ from person to person and moment to moment. Did you know that every emotion you experience can be linked to a physical response in your body? The reasoning is found in the limbic system... Read More
Sunday February 13, 2022
Welcoming a New Year. Hello World!
Welcoming a New Year. Hello World! Ah, it's a new year and we have a fresh clean slate of endless possibilities. This time of year, most of us set resolutions that are full of goals and fitness planning. Sadly, these well-intentioned plans are often set aside and come to an end as we navigate the state of our world. This blog post is not about planning or dreaming. It's not about welcoming big goals. Or, long-term plans. It's not about... Read More
Wednesday January 5, 2022
Our Immune System
Our Immune System The immune system helps the body stay healthy. It consists of tissues, cells, and small organs that produce white blood cells. Without a healthy immune system, you could not defend yourself from potential threats that are all around. The immune system is responsible for protecting your body from environmental threats. To do so, the immune system uses a variety of cells, tissues, and organs, many of which are shared by other body systems. The... Read More
Tuesday December 7, 2021
Being Grateful & Appreciative
Being Grateful Appreciative Have you ever noticed when we are in a joyful or grateful state of mind, that everything seems to roll off our shoulders? When life becomes too much, I remind myself to look around and listen. I ask myself, "What do I see?", "What do I smell?, What do I hear? I look up to the sky and take in all its beauty and really focus on the clouds, colors, and overall appearance. I tune in to the sounds of nature that help soothe my... Read More
Thursday November 4, 2021