At the beginning of last year, I explored the concepts of health and wellness and how my viewpoint has expanded on them over the years. To me, health and wellness are comprehensive and dynamic concepts. They are inclusive of the body, mind, spirit, community, and socioeconomics. They are also personalized in that everyone’s goals...
With the highest expenditure on healthcare in relation to most developed nations, America places last in all measurements of it but one. Although some may view a better rank in coordinated care, with more patient engagement in preventative screening, counseling, and treatments, as a good thing, it is not true in our case. The...
As we continue to make our way through the hustle and bustle of preparing for the upcoming holiday celebrations, a sense of general overwhelm has set in. To offset the negative impact of this stress, I have aimed to offer information on how lifestyle shifts, mind-body modalities, and nature’s gifts (essential oils) can provide...
A recent survey shockingly reported that over 80% of Americans’ are experiencing a rise in stress. Due to the compounded effect of everyday irritations, the holidays, and world events, it’s important to find ways to prevent the detrimental impacts these havocs can have on our minds and bodies. Beyond the memory robbing, focus stealing,...
The busyness of the season can sometimes dim our holiday spirit. This is especially true today. The extra strain and stress of planning additional gatherings, financial concerns, and family triggers, on top of the turmoil of current world events, can lead to unwelcome physical and emotional havoc. Thankfully, we have some natural tools to...
We have counted our blessings during the Thanksgiving holiday, and now the holiday season is in full swing. If we allowed ourselves to harness the mind-body benefits of gratitude, we likely felt a sense of rejuvenation and refreshment when in this emotional state. Yet, it is often a challenge to hold onto these uplifting...
‘Tis the Season for Gratitude Thanksgiving is a time to gather with loved ones to share our blessings. It signifies a day of appreciation for the gifts that we have received in the year passing. For some, the holiday season is a time of great joy. For others, it leads to feelings of anxiety,...
Hormones have a widespread impact on many biological processes, so it makes sense that various issues can become more prominent when these powerful chemical messengers fluctuate in their levels. In fact, up to 90% of women report an aggravation of symptoms before and during their period, premenstrual syndrome (PMS). Interestingly, it is estimated that...
Recently, I got an intuitive hunch to explore the use of yarrow (Achillea millefolium) essential oil. I was contemplating what to do for a client struggling with a dermatological condition. She was making some progress with her skin and many other issues, but we both wanted her to reach the next level of healing....
Keeping Our Bodies and Minds Healthy Over Time… by Focusing on the Gut There are certain biological changes that occur and impact our body’s biological functioning over time. Some general wear and tear on the body is inevitable, but it can eventually lead to an accumulation of damage. This can result in lowered physical...