Lavender Essential Oil for Restful Sleep
Are you struggling to get a peaceful night’s sleep? You’re not alone. Lavender essential oil is one such remedy that has shown promising results in improving sleep. We all want a rejuvenating sleep that prepares us for the challenges of the next day, and while there are countless products that promise better sleep, it’s always […]
Optimizing Physical Health for Better Sleep
Are you tired of hearing about the importance of sleep for your overall health? It’s true that a good night’s rest is vital, but have you ever considered that your daytime activities and habits play a crucial role in ensuring you get the quality sleep you need? Here’s how you can optimize your physical health […]
Supplements for an IBS
One of the most common recommendations for people dealing with gas, bloating, or other irritable bowel issues is to follow a low-FODMAP diet. I agree that dietary changes are powerful for gut health! While we work on sorting out food triggers and dietary changes, we can also support the gut with supplements. None of this […]
Tips for Mindful Eating
Question for you. What were you doing the last time you ate (or is it right now)? Most people I know eat while driving, watching a show, scrolling through social media, or working at their desks. I want to shake things up here and suggest something radical. What about doing nothing other than EATING while […]
How much alcohol is too much?
I know there are a lot of you who don’t want to hear this (and might stop reading now). You enjoy your glass of wine in the evening and even though you kinda think you should give it up in the back of your head, it’s just too good. I see you. But as a […]
How many steps do you need per day?
For the longest time, we’ve been told to walk 10,000 steps per day. Well, apparently that was based on a marketing campaign for a Japanese pedometer with no real science to back that up. Who knew The fun part is that now we actually do have data to answer this question—from 50,000 people spanning 4 […]
Fun Facts about Kefir
You may have heard that fermented foods are good for gut and immune health. They’re chock full of naturally occurring probiotics to support your microbiome and more! But most people don’t consume too many fermented foods—beyond yogurt. One of my favorites is kefir. Kefir is similar to yogurt because it’s also made from milk, but […]
5 Root Causes of IBS
Do you think you should settle for a diagnosis of IBS and just deal with it? I don’t think so. The only thing an IBS diagnosis tells you is that you have digestive issues that haven’t been explained yet. With testing and assessments that most conventionally trained doctors aren’t using, we can dig deep to […]
Belly Breathing for Digestion?
Most people think about belly breathing for relaxation and stress relief. But what about digestion? Belly breathing means contracting the diaphragm to expand the belly and maximize airflow into the lungs. Here’s why it might support digestion: It activates the parasympathetic nervous system—a relaxation response that supports digestive function. It improves the pressure gradient of […]
Goji Berries for Vision
Do you like quick wins? I always love when I come across a health research article that gives an actual and actionable takeaway that I can put into action right away. The latest? Goji berries support healthy vision and might combat the risk of age-related macular degeneration. That’s pretty awesome because macular degeneration is the […]
