Rest and Digest ~ Simple Seconds to a More Productive You!
We’ve heard the term before, and it really does make a huge difference in your wellness! So just to focus on the “rest” part today, many will say they don’t have time to “rest”, and that’s typically because they’re thinking…
What’s the big deal about a cup of coffee?
The blog post below comes from the Functional Nutrition Alliance and was written by Andrea Nakayama, so well written that there was no need for me to rewrite it, just to share it with you! And I wanted to share…
Making Your Own Microbiome Mash!
Are you a creature of habit? Do you typically eat the same 3-10 veggies every month, maybe tossing in a seasonal berry or two when you visit the farmer’s market? Or are you heavier into the fruit rather than the…
Ways we Numb Ourselves
Ways We Numb Ourselves Numbing yourself prevents you from confronting your issues and keeps you from ever finding resolution or peace. We are born equipped to experience a complex array of diverse emotions. Many of us, however, are uncomfortable…
Learning to Slow Down
When we rush through our days and lives, we fail to notice the simple beauty of living. Throughout our lives, we are taught to value speed and getting things done quickly. We learn that doing is more valuable than merely…
Shuteye and Sleep Hygiene: The truth about why you keep waking up at 3a.m.
You give up caffeine after lunch (or maybe all together), have stopped drinking alcohol and eat healthily. But you’re still staring at the ceiling in the small hours. Here’s a possibility of why. You land in your body with a…
Seasonal Eating Guide: Autumn by Andrea Nakayama
Reflections on Eating with the Elements I’m a big fan of reminding people to tune into the rhythm of the day ~ the circadian rhythm. I call it “catching the wave”. Not surprisingly, it’s in the best interest of your…
Chew on this!
Lately, I’ve been obsessed with chewing. It’s the thought of chewing that’s got my attention, not the practice. The practice is what I’m hoping to inspire today—in myself, and hopefully in you too. I often say that ‘we’re not just…
A Perfect Food
What if there were a food that contained protein, the major minerals (calcium, phosphorus, magnesium, etc), trace minerals (including iron and zinc), vitamins A, B, C, D, E and K, fiber, flavonoids, and an array of enzymes to help digest…
Forward and Up Wellness
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