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The Healing Power of Gratitude

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 […]

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Affirmations for Better Health

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 […]

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Quick Fixes for Common Ailments

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 […]

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Gut Health and Impact on Disease Development

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 […]

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Summertime: Pitta Season.

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 […]

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Cravings: What Your Body Is Trying To Tell You

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 […]

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Major Causes of Stomach Bloating

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 […]

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7 Natural Ways to Reduce Allergy Symptoms

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 […]

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Hormone Havoc: Stress & Adrenal Glands

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 […]

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How to Feel Better After Overeating

Overeating is totally normal-we all do it from time to time, in fact during the holidays there’s a cultural tradition that you’ll expect to overeat. So there’s no need to beat yourself up!  However, it’s also helpful to understand why you are experiencing pain or bloating. The combination of food, liquids, swallowed air and gas-consequence […]

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Signs Your Body Isn’t Absorbing Nutrients

Malabsorption is difficulty in digestion or absorption of nutrients from food. Gastrointestinal (GI) dysfunctions are the most overlooked and exceedingly common disorders today, affecting about 70 million Americans and counting. You might eat a healthy diet and take all the right supplements but if your digestive tract can’t break down and deliver essential nutrients and […]

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Are You Getting Enough Protein?

Many people are guilty of not eating enough protein, particularly vegans. Protein is a macronutrient powerhouse, made up of amino acids. Your body needs 20 different kinds of amino acids to function correctly. Amino acids help grow and repair body tissue, break down food, make hormones and brain chemicals (neurotransmitters). They provide energy and maintain […]

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