The Ultimate Guide to Understanding Inflammation
The Ultimate Guide to Understanding Inflammation “Inflammation is a big buzz word in the world of health now, and rightfully so. The word inflammation comes from the Latin word ‘inflammare’ meaning ‘to ignite’ and it’s your body’s response to danger signals.” Dr. Stephanie Davis Inflammation, often dubbed as the ‘secret killer,’ is a stealthy biological […]
Plastic Invasion: Unmasking the Hidden Threat to Our Health
Plastic Invasion: Unmasking the Hidden Threat to Our Health In today’s modern life, convenience often takes precedence over the hidden costs that come with it. One such hidden cost that has been silently infiltrating our daily lives is the omnipresence of plastic in our food and water. From packaging materials to storage containers, plastic has […]
Aging Skin Tips – It’s Never Too Late
Aging Skin Tips – It’s Never Too Late As you get older, your skin’s health changes. You can see these changes in the texture, firmness, and strength of your skin—especially the skin on your face. In a previous blog, we reviewed the reasons why skin changes as we age, covering the different internal and external […]
How to Live Young For As Long As You Live
How to Live Young For As Long As You Live I listened to an interesting podcast featuring the guru of Functional Medicine, Dr. Mark Hyman. He’s written numerous NY Times bestseller books (UltraMind Solution, UltraMetabolism Solution, What the Heck Should I Eat?) and runs UltraWellness Centers across the country. He just released his new book […]
The Power of Gratitude in Attracting Health and Happiness
“It’s not happiness that brings us gratitude. It’s gratitude that brings us happiness.” Unknown Tweet We say “thank you” in its various forms all throughout the day—when someone holds the elevator door, when your partner does the dishes, when a stranger compliments your new shirt. Sharing our gratitude serves as a nicety, point of connection, […]
Keys Factors That Cause Aging Skin
Keys Factors That Cause Aging Skin There’s a sweet saying that goes, “Wrinkles are engraved smiles.” Aging points to increased wisdom, memories, and experiences of long life. Although ‘youth is wasted on the young’, our society has a fear of aging and the physical characteristics associated with it. For instance, women as young as 20 […]
A Breath of Fresh Air: 4 Ways to Protect Yourself From Air Pollution
Let the clean air blow the cobwebs from your body. Air is medicine. Lillian Russell Tweet Food, water, air. Each is necessary for our body to function. When we go to the grocery store, we often consider which foods to buy for a healthy diet. Or purchase a new water bottle on Amazon to stimulate […]
Chronic Anxiety is the Smoke Alarm in your Life
I listened to an interesting podcast featuring Dr. John Delony, a bestselling author, mental health expert, and host of The Dr. John Delony Show. He has two PhDs and decades of experience in counseling, crisis response, and higher education. This podcast was primarily about his personal experience but he outlines some steps on healing from […]
3 Simple Hacks For Managing Your Blood Sugar
You just finished lunch. You grabbed a sandwich, an apple, and a bottle of OJ from a local spot with coworkers, but as you sit down at your desk, you feel groggy. Your mind is hazy, perhaps you’re even a bit irritable. Maybe part of you even wishes you lived in a European country where […]
Drinking Alcohol: Understanding Organic, Biodynamic & Natural
Organic. Biodynamic. Natural. As you peruse the beer, wine, and liquor sections of your local grocery store, you may start noticing terms like these. Organic sounds familiar, but what is biodynamic? Or natural? These are all terms which describe processes used for making the beverage, and some of them can make for healthier alcohol options. […]