Health is wholeness and balance; an inner resilience that allows you to meet the demands of living without being overwhelmed. – Andrew Weil, M.D. Most of us have a basic, general knowledge of “good to eat” foods that lend a hand to our health and wellness. We know which foods are considered “junk” foods and …
Are You Cooking and Storing Food Safely? You consciously buy fresh and organic foods to eat but have you ever thought about what you cook it in? Cookware may be one of the most toxic items in your home. It can add those toxins to the food you cook and even release toxic fumes when heated to …
Grief and Nutrition Grief is an emotion we all experience, yet we all experience it in different ways. When we are in a grieving state, it can be difficult to take care of ourselves and maintain good health, particularly when it comes to our nutrition. However, nutrition can be an important factor in providing us …
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Health is wholeness and balance; an inner resilience that allows you to meet the demands of living without being overwhelmed. – Andrew Weil, M.D. Most of us have a basic, general knowledge of “good to eat” foods that lend a hand to our health and wellness. We know which foods are considered “junk” foods and …
The physical body is an incredible machine. It’s far more advanced than we’ll ever understand. But like a machine, if it’s taken care of and treated with kindness, it will last for decades. On the contrary, a machine that is ignored, overworked, and abused, will wear out far too early. In a prescription-focused world, it’s …
Mental health is the foundation to better emotional and physical wellness. This is an area of our well-being we may think about when we are experiencing negative emotions, stress, feelings that create distress, or feelings we do not like to go through. Have you thought of the effects your mental health has on your overall …
Take care of your body. It’s the only place you have to live. – Jim Rohn Did you know that including a whole food-based diet in your life brings a balance that weighs in equally physically, emotionally, and spiritually? While eating alone isn’t the “be all and end all,” it certainly is a major contributor …
I have Type 2 Diabetes, and according to a report from the CDC in 2018, 34.2 million people in the United States were diagnosed as diabetic. As if that number wasn’t shocking enough, the CDC estimated that another 88 million adults in the US had prediabetes. Prediabetes is a serious health condition in which blood …
The Role of Nutrition Nutrition is the foundation upon which health exists. Conversely, nutritional deficiencies will inevitably compromise health, sometimes subtly and often dramatically. Too often dismissed, the link between micronutrient status and metabolic and cardiovascular health should not be underestimated. Every metabolic step in our biochemistry requires vitamins and minerals to operate optimally. Building …
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By the time this post reaches your eyes, many of us will be at the onset of our growing season, which is such an exciting time for those with green thumbs! Of course, not all of us are savvy when it comes to growing our own food, so this list is designed to help pick …
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