The winter solstice arrives on December 21st, 2024. It’s the shortest day and longest night of the year and marks the first day of winter. As the holiday season approaches, the image of joy, celebration, and togetherness comes to mind. However, the reality for many individuals is that holidays can bring stress and anxiety. With […]
This is a season where many of us observe the traditions of practicing gratitude – and of giving. Gratitude is a powerful human emotion. Thanking others, thanking ourselves, Mother Nature, or the Almighty can enlighten the mind and make us feel happier. Giving thanks to all the blessings in our life transforms how we interact […]
As a Holistic Health Coach I know your body has an incredible capacity to heal itself. A healthy body fights infection, heals wounds, kills cancer cells, repairs damage, and fights the aging process. Sadly, many factors inhibit a body’s natural self-healing functions; we know that various types of stress and toxins cause harm on the […]
The signals our bodies use to tell us we need to cleanse ourselves physically, mentally, and emotionally are multifaceted and often mirror symptoms we associate with illness. If we heed these signs, we not only feel better quickly but also stave off poor health before it can start. These quick fixes for common ailments can […]
Endocrine disruptors, disrupt the function of the entire endocrine system- a network of glands and organs that produce, store, and secrete hormones in the body. When functioning normally, the endocrine system works with other systems to regulate your body’s healthy development and function throughout life. Endocrine disrupting chemicals (EDCs) are all around us in our […]
Twenty five hundred years ago, the ancient Greek physician Hippocrates, stated that “All disease begins in the gut”. One might say he had an incredible intuition, that has recently been fully appreciated due to the scientific research that has been made. More and more studies support the idea that the gut plays a fundamental role […]
According to Ayurveda, India’s system of traditional medicine, each season has its own group of qualities and each quality has its antidote. Summer season is associated with pitta qualities and when out of balance, pitta causes fiery, reactionary emotions such as frustration, anger, jealousy, and criticism. Certain foods can add to the imbalance; spicy foods […]
Many people believe cravings are a sign of weakness, and often times feel guilty and flawed when they “give in” to their cravings. First off, this is bogus thinking and if you fall into this pattern you need to understand that cravings are not the problem. Nor are you. Your body is an amazing machine […]
Bloating is a common and uncomfortable symptom that many describe as feeling tight, full, and gassy in the abdomen. 50% who experience bloating claim that it’s accompanied by a distended belly. There’s plenty of tips on the internet on “How to Decrease Bloating”, from acupressure massage to the worst, antacids. The tips are to ease […]
The number of adults & children suffering from pollen allergies is rising. For some it means a few sneezes & sniffles, and for others it can be a hugely debilitating time. Hay fever and allergies is an area in which diet and lifestyle can play a key role, as a preventative measure & to help […]
More than a quarter of U.S. adults say they’re so stressed they can’t function. Many experienced at least one symptom such as-headache, fatigue, feeling nervous or anxious, sad or depressed. Many experienced additional symptoms including feeling overwhelmed, a change is sleep patterns, or constant worry. The term “adrenal fatigue” has been used to explain a […]
Dietary fiber has many health benefits from regulating gut bacteria to weigh loss and a central part of a healthy diet. Most people have a basic understanding of fiber but very few are getting the recommended intake of 25-30 grams a day. The current average in the U.S. is about 15 grams or less. Fiber […]
