Our physical health does not exist in a bubble. The mind, body, spirit connection is the trifecta of overall wellbeing and optimal health. In modern day life we are so scheduled and so rushed all of the time with appointments, social engagements, work, school, family, friends, we barely have time to sleep let alone consider…
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Do you know whats in your milk?
“Drink your milk” was a phrase often heard growing up. Milk was touted as the best source for calcium and vitamin D. It was considered a very healthy drink and offered in many households at every meal. With the commercialization of dairy farming, we have strayed pretty far from wholesome and natural when it comes…
Aging Gracefully through Proper Nutrition
While genetics play a large part in how we age, lifestyle and nutrition are also key. There is no one “right diet” for everyone. We are all different and have differing nutritional requirements. A good baseline to start from is to eat a diet filled with wholesome nutrient rich foods. Organic Vegetables, Fruits, Grass Fed…
Artificial Sweeteners, the Ugly Truth
We have been duped. Somehow, we have all gotten it in our minds that calories are the enemy. Calories are not the enemy. They are simply a unit of energy contained in food which we, as humans, need to power our bodies. Because of this, the food and drug industry has created their very own…
An Apple a Day Keeps the Doctor Away!
Everyone has heard the old adage “An apple a day keeps the doctor away!” Apples are an amazing fruit and incredibly good for you. Sometimes overlooked with the recent popularity and media coverage of the newly deemed “Super Fruits” such as Acai, Black Currents, Blueberries and Pomegranates, which are known for the high antioxidant levels…
Arnica for healing
Arnica is one of the best-kept healing secrets out there. This wonderful plant is native to Europe and has been used there for healing over the centuries. Here in America it seems we are just catching on to some of these amazing plant based medicinal helpers. Arnica Montana is a homeopathic medicine made from the…
Alzheimer’s Disease….. What?
Haven’t we had this conversation before? You think as you look lovingly at your mother, father, grandmother, aunt, uncle, friend or neighbor – humoring them, not wanting to make them feel bad that once again they are repeating themselves. Alzheimer’s is a disease as of 2014 effects approximately 1.8 million people per year here…
Urgent Health Warning!
Warning! Do not eat, drink, breathe or touch anything. (that’s a viable solution, right?) We have now identified that the majority of non-organic foods as well as household substances on the planet contain or have been exposed to ingredients that are toxic to your health. The manufacturers know it, and just simply don’t care. So……
5 Day Post Holiday Juice Cleanse!
Even the healthiest and most well intentioned of us can get derailed during the holiday season. Parties to attend, dinners to go to, celebrations, which include food and drink, are everywhere. Now that we have made it to 2015 it’s time to reset and get back on track. One fantastic and easy way to do…
Health Writer vs. Internet Trolls
I have received a lot of flack lately in regard to my health-based articles. People shouting “You are not a doctor!” “You aren’t qualified!” and so on. Internet trolls are popping out of the woodwork. They are correct. I am not a doctor. I have never claimed to be a doctor. I do not offer medical…