Bio-Individuality and Sun Protection The most important factor in your health is your individual make-up and needs. I have three children, and two of them are daughters. My older daughter has fair skin, blonde hair, and blue eyes. My younger daughter has darker skin, brown hair, and brown eyes. They have very different experiences with the sun. I have to protect my older daughter in … [Read more...] about Sun Protection Guide
The Mind-Gut Connection
Bacteria and the Brain The bacteria that lives in our gut influences our behavior and moods. Living organisms in our gut, including bacteria, viruses, fungi, and even yeast can communicate with the brain along the vagus nerve. Experts point out that most (80-90%) brain chemicals are made by the microbiome, or home of bacteria, in your belly. This is something important for all of us to pay … [Read more...] about The Mind-Gut Connection
Immune Health 2.0
Immune health is incredibly important during these times. Let's take a look at what matters. The Foundation of Immune Health is Gut Health. Why? Doctors and scientists agree that 75-85% of our immune system is in our gut. So what should we do to keep a strong immune system? use naturally sweet foods in place of sugar, as well as natural sweeteners like local raw honey, local raw maple … [Read more...] about Immune Health 2.0
Magnesium: The Super Mineral
If I'm going to preach to clients about resisting the urge to push too hard, or live in a gentler way, then I can't be pushing too hard myself. I've had to put some things in the parking lot, and if you've had to or you're doing that right now, it's ok. At times I have pushed too hard, or let curiosity get the best of me. I've had late nights surveying information pertaining to all things 2020. … [Read more...] about Magnesium: The Super Mineral
Primary Foods
Relationships: A Vital Primary Food Although some have found peace, new beginnings, or comfort in the changes that have taken place since March, there are many who have not. One of the most important elements of primary health has been threatened and even removed: relationships. Due to social distancing, fears of infecting older relatives, and other complex factors, many have become distanced … [Read more...] about Primary Foods
Benefits of Coconut Oil
Coconut oil has received a lot of attention over the last several years. We know it's healthy, but do you know just how AMAZING this stuff is? Here's just a few reasons why you should be using coconut oil regularly. Healthy Fatty Acids 1. The healthy fatty acids in coconut oil, known as MCTs, raise good cholesterol and provide energy. These medium chain fatty acids are also excellent for your … [Read more...] about Benefits of Coconut Oil
