Why Am I So Tired All the Time?
Why Am I So Tired All the Time? You open your eyes in the morning, only to feel like you didn’t sleep a wink – or, the sleep you did get didn’t seem to do much, because you feel just as tired as you did when your head hit the pillow last night. It feels […]
Makeup That WON’T Break You Out – Part 2
Makeup That WON’T Break You Out – Part 2
Risk Factors for Hypertension
Risk Factors for Hypertension Picture this: you’re sitting in your favorite café, enjoying a leisurely afternoon with friends, when suddenly you feel a pounding in your chest that just won’t quit. Or maybe it’s during a routine check-up that your doctor mentions those three dreaded words: high blood pressure. Hypertension, as it’s formally known, is […]
Cultivating Joy, Happiness, and Vorfreude
Cultivating Joy, Happiness, and Vorfreude Living a happy, joyful life is a goal for many of us, but how often do we slow down and really think about what these terms mean? How often do we reflect on how our daily choices lead to joy and happiness? In this blog, we invite you to take […]
Lifestyle Interventions For Pre-Diabetes and Diabetes
Lifestyle Interventions For Pre-Diabetes and Diabetes “I’m not superwoman but I’m fighting diabetes so close enough!” Anonymous Living with pre-diabetes or diabetes can be challenging especially when you consider the possible health implications. Ranging from obesity, hypertension, diabetic retinopathy and kidney disease, diabetes seems to be the catch-all for many chronic conditions. So prevention and […]
The Gut Microbiome’s Role in Aging Gracefully
The Gut Microbiome’s Role in Aging Gracefully “Aging is a fact of life. Looking your age is NOT!” – Dr. Howard Murad Tweet What truly helps slow down aging? Just as a tree needs a strong root system to flourish, our bodies rely on a well-balanced gut microbiome for optimal health and longevity. In this […]
Everything You Need to Know About Diabetes and Pre-Diabetes
Everything You Need to Know About Diabetes and Pre-Diabetes Did you know that 12% of the US population has diabetes and 30% (100M of us) are pre-diabetic, many of whom are unaware? And that this chronic condition is associated with a range of health problems, from kidney disease and nerve damage to foot ulcers and […]
What Type of Bread Should I Eat?
What Type of Bread Should I Eat? Legend has it that bread was originally discovered by accident. In Egypt, supposedly around 8,000 BC, someone left remnants from beer brewing out in the sun (because yes, Egyptians were actually skilled brewers!) Later in the day, they found the accidental dough rise into bread after hours baking […]
Think You May Have Sleep Apnea? Options for Testing
Think You May Have Sleep Apnea? Options for Testing The time we spend sleeping dramatically affects our time awake. A good night’s sleep lets us wake up feeling refreshed, rejuvenated, and ready to take on whatever the day has in store. A rough night’s sleep, on the other hand, can lead us to starting the […]
Makeup That WON’T Break You Out – Part 1
Makeup That WON’T Break You Out – Part 1 Makeup products are ubiquitous and with a gazillion choices, it can be mind-boggling. But how do we know which ones to use that won’t cause your skin to break out? Everyone’s skin type is different, but a common acne-causing culprit is the ingredients. Our advisor, Rennie […]