I’ve updated this article to include new data and studies on the efficacy of the baking soda solution to remove pesticides on fresh produce. Pesticides have been associated with short-and long-term effects on human health, including elevated cancer risks, and potential disruption of the body’s metabolic functioning, as well as the reproductive, immune, hormone and […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
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 […]
Summer isn’t typically a time of year that people associate with getting sick. However, change in the weather during summer leads to a shift in temperature, that leads to growth of certain viruses and bacteria. Crowded swimming pools and vacation spots are perfect breeding grounds for germs. This viral landscape can create health issues like […]
Stress suppresses the immune system, causes the largest volume of lost workdays, triggers episodes in diseases from asthma to gastrointestinal disorders, and is a major factor in top-killing diseases such as cancer and cardiovascular disease. Stress appears to do this damage in part by influencing our gut microbiome. This influence takes place via the gut-brain […]
Global physical activity plummeted in early 2020, as lockdowns and work-from-home mandates took effect to reduce COVID-19 spread. Even though all those restrictions have lifted, activity hasn’t returned to its pre-pandemic level, according to a new study in The Lancet Global Health. Physical activity dropped by 32 percent among those who had higher fitness levels pre-pandemic. One explanation, is […]
