The COVID-19 pandemic is reaching a global peak. While most of us are practicing self-isolation and social distancing, the main focus as been to prevent the spread of the virus to others by strengthening our immune system. At the same time, this is a great opportunity for us to nurture and replenish the body, mind, and […]
You may have recently heard that probiotics hold the key to your DNA. The trillions of microorganisms in your gut are a community unlike any other. Sure, there are similarities that make all of our guts more or less the same. But, each of us has a bacteria community that is as unique as our […]
If you’ve ever heard that cleanliness is next to godliness, you might want to read the latest research. It turns out that our obsession with cleanliness might actually do more harm than good. Those surface cleaners and room spritzers that are so popular on pharmacy shelves do more than simply kill a few germs. They […]
Let’s talk about resolutions! The new year is right around the corner, whos to say we can’t start planning for a healthier new year? Some of the most common goals set by Americans are exercising more, losing weight and getting organized. In some cases, all three of those goals coincide. You have to schedule your […]
One of the most common questions I get asked in regards to my plant-based lifestyle is “How do you get protein in your diet?”. This is a concern for people that are looking to reduce their intake of animal products or follow a more vegan or vegetarian style diet. In choosing the right diet for […]
It All Starts With A Great Health Routine! Good morning! Do you know that friend who wakes up without difficulty, greets you with a big smile and always ready to take on the day? Some people are naturally morning people and thrive at this time of the day. This does not mean that you can’t […]
THE NATURAL HISTORY OF SLEEP It is already proven that naps enhance performance, energy, learning, memory and alertness. And yet, in our culture it has become taboo to take naps as an adult. “A study at NASA on sleepy military pilots and astronauts found that a 40-minute nap improved performance by 34% and alertness 100%.” […]
Half of us may admit to overeating but the truth is, it happens to everyone at some point or another. Especially around the holidays, for many of us, it has become a part of a tradition to cook and share a big meal with family and friends! Sure, it’s festive and fun and we all survive […]
Probiotics For Weight Loss Good news! You can eat your way to weight loss. You just have to eat the right foods. While we all know about getting a healthy amount of fruits, vegetables, protein, dairy, and whole grains into our diets, some people might not know about probiotics. These are foods that have been […]
Natural Clear Glowing Skin Starts With Good Diet. You know that saying, ‘You are what you eat’? Oftentimes that phrase is used to demonstrate the importance of being mindful with our food choices because it shows up on our bodies. But there is a deeper meaning than overall health and nutrition, it applies to how […]
