Most of us are keenly aware that our childhood experiences can influence us for a lifetime. But all childhood experiences are NOT created equal: They can range anywhere from blissful to traumatic. Fortunately, trauma is receiving a lot of renewed attention from thought leaders in the health and wellness space. Check out this article by […]
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Recommended Reading: Chronic Inflammation at the Root of Most Diseases
Many debilitating chronic diseases like arthritis, heart disease, asthma, lupus, multiple sclerosis, and even depression to a certain extent, have one thing in common: Chronic inflammation in the body. This common thread means, according to Dr. Josh Axe, that chronic inflammation is at the root of most diseases. What is inflammation? Acute inflammation is your […]
Recommended Reading: Conventional Ketchup is Full of Refined Sugar Try This Instead
I know people who won’t eat anything unless it’s smothered with ketchup. Are you one of them? I prefer mustard, myself, but if ketchup is one of your flavor favs, please read on! The thing about commercially prepared ketchup is that it’s loaded with refined sugar, salt, and other ingredients that are, well, problematic healthwise. […]
Recommended Reading: Mindfulness Benefits Kids With ADHD and Their Families
This article from WebMD, “Mindfulness Benefits Kids With ADHD and Their Families” validates what families everywhere have always known– those who practice mindful activities together can reap amazing health benefits. I like to think of mindfulness as the basic life-skill of staying present in the moment. In my work as a Family Nurse Practitioner and […]
Recommended Reading: We Could All Use a Health Coach
When your doctor says it’s time to make health changes– like consuming less salt, or exercising more–what happens next? You may nod knowingly and you may actually give it a try. But, be honest: Can you stick with those changes long enough to truly improve your health? This article by NY Times contributor, Jane E. […]
A Prayerful Meditation for Acceptance
Feeling stuck? Trapped by circumstances? Perpetually misunderstood? Left unaddressed, these feelings will lead to resentment, bitterness, and other negative emotions that prevent you from moving forward with your life and health goals. No one deserves that. So, what might be possible for you with a new level of acceptance? Acceptance involves exploring the intricate and […]