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Run, run as fast as you can……….. nope, not necessary. Most people don’t have an excuse to not get moving. If you can walk, you can move, and if you can walk you can probably walk briskly. Continue reading
Iridology is the holistic study of the iris of the eye, in which all parts and organs of the body are mapped out as relating to a specific section of the iris. An abnormality or discoloration in a specific section of the eye can help identify trouble in the relating region of the body. While iridology has long been seen as a pseudoscience by the Western world, more and more medical and naturopathic practitioners are beginning to recognize its inherent value. Continue reading
Protein is essential for optimal health. Whether you want to lose weight, maintain an ideal weight, build muscle, or just be able to function properly, your daily protein intake plays an important role in sustaining life and keeping your body running smoothly and efficiently. Continue reading
A new alert just in from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) cautions hospitals to be on guard for a sinister strain of bacteria that is mightier than any antibiotic. This ominous bacterium preys on the weak and kills up to half of its victims. It goes by the name of carbapenem-resistant Enterobacteriaceae, or CRE for short. Other members of the same Enterobacteriaceae family include Klebsiella species and Escherichia coli (E. coli), which are bacteria normally, found in the digestive system that can become carbapenem-resistant. Continue reading
As I attended one of my children’s soccer games last Saturday and absorbed the fields full of children running and playing, one thing that jumped out to me was the amount of plastic water bottles at the park. They were everywhere; on benches, under benches, in people’s hands, on the ground, in trunks and back seats of cars, and overflowing in trash cans! Our soccer community was completely inundated with plastic water bottles. From one stand point, it is a marketing dream. At least 80% of the people at the field had either purchased bottled water or been given bottled water that had been purchased. On the other hand, our landfills might never recover. Continue reading
It’s that time of year again when we all start thinking about bathing suits and sunshine filled days at the beach. Along with our urge to run into the welcoming sunshine, come thoughts on the best way to do a little “spring-cleaning” for our bodies, and lose the extra pounds we might be carrying over from the winter. Amidst our desire to look and feel lighter we’re often at odds with how best to achieve our weight loss goal. Continue reading
Whether it’s a New Years resolution, or just a desire to look and feel better, people jump ahead into self-prescribed weight loss routines constantly. Looking around, its plain to see that many of us are genuinely in need of some change. Bulging waistbands, skyrocketing stress levels, and a proliferation of cheap and fast food has created a situation that demands our attention, on a personal and as well as a national level. Continue reading
With yesterday’s media reports of Arsenic found in a variety of foods including health food bars and organic baby formula I feel compelled to share the other chemicals lurching in your food and environment, way worse than Arsenic. You may be wondering, what could be worse than Arsenic? Keep reading to find out the 5 most common toxins, the health risks associated with them, and how to keep them out of your home and off your plate. Continue reading
There is a lot of information out there about vitamins. Some claim vitamins are necessary and should be taken throughout the day to keep the body healthy and prevent disease. Others claim vitamins are a complete waste of time because your body doesn’t absorb but 10% or so. I have to admit that I used to be a believer of the latter. However, over the past couple of years as I’ve increased my studies to become a health coach I’ve discovered information that I simply can’t ignore and I feel compelled to share this knowledge with you because it’s quite profound. Continue reading
If you’re feeling run down or lethargic, you’re not alone. So many of us struggle with having enough energy to see each day through. Sometimes it feels like the only things keeping us going are caffeine and the obligation to get everything done. Thankfully, your days of exhaustion are over. In this article, you’ll learn three simple tips to create more energy and stamina and enjoy your life even more Continue reading
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