In the late fall of 2014 I was diagnosed with hypothyroidism. Later on in early 2015, I would find out that I had an extremely low iodine level. What does this have to do with having an under-active thyroid? A lot. Because of what I went through, I believe that it's highly underestimated as to how much iodine we all really need to be healthy in this day and age. Iodine is a powerful mineral … [Read more...] about Iodine: Your Thyroid and Overall Health
The Benefits of Tongue Scraping
There is a daily practice that offers many benefits to the thyroid and our overall health, but it's not usually thought of! Tongue Scraping This daily practice I fell in love with a couple of years ago is tongue scraping. What exactly is that? Well, here's a great tongue scraper that I personally use. You can start by looking at that. Then, let's discuss why you would want to stroke your tongue … [Read more...] about The Benefits of Tongue Scraping
The Courage to Slow Down
"Ok, so I need to slow down. I feel like I forget to breathe most of my day, which can't be good. That's probably why I'm having all the health issues I have, right? I mean, I know what I have to do," she said very matter of factly. I knew by looking in her eyes that she thinks about it everyday. I could see it. The question of "Why am I doing this to myself?" burned in her brain on a regular … [Read more...] about The Courage to Slow Down
Water And Your Thyroid
The things that affect our health the most are the simple, everyday things we do, and take for granted. Water and oxygen are necessary for life. How many people really stop and think about the quality of these two things on a regular basis? You go to the sink, or to the refrigerator and get water. Are you thinking about what's really in that glass or plastic bottle? What's in Our … [Read more...] about Water And Your Thyroid
How to Be the Perfect Mom
The Mom Jeans skit from SNL definitely shows us how to be the perfect mom. A sense of humor and a pair of mom jeans (that accentuate the fupa) are critical to surviving the job of raising little people, am I right? I had the opportunity to sit down with The Perfect Mom on Mother's Day. I asked her how she does motherhood so well. Here’s what she told me: 1. "Be honest with yourself." “One of … [Read more...] about How to Be the Perfect Mom
Hair Loss: What You Should Know
As a health coach who primarily works with women, hair loss tops the list of concerns that come up. Hair loss is something I’ve dealt with myself. It’s listed as a symptom of thyroid disease, but here’s my perspective on illness. Remember, I am not a medical doctor. My views developed from my own journey, as well as the wisdom of others. Disease is an overall imbalance. There’s levels or … [Read more...] about Hair Loss: What You Should Know