Mind-Body-Heart Health The holistic approach to medicine and the interconnectedness between the mind and body are becoming better recognized and accepted into mainstream medicine. The narrow viewpoint that health is simply the absence of symptoms, or a disease state, is also being replaced with a new philosophy. This is one in which health and...
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The Mind-Heart Connection: The Effects of Stress and Mental Health on the Heart
By now, you probably understand the importance of the mind-body connection, right? But do you understand why you need to know about the heart-brain link as well? Since it’s American Heart Month, I thought it was also a great time to consider this. In my latest article, I explore this concept in more detail....
Five Naturopathic Medicine Holistic Tools and Tips for Empowering Mind-Body Health and Wellness
Does your definition of wellness embrace mind-body concepts, mindset, and beliefs? I believe health is a much broader concept than a perfect diet and fitness program. It is also not simply the absence of disease. Health is a resource that allows one to live a more purposeful and joyous life. From the start of...
Resources for Living a Healthy, Non-Toxic Lifestyle with Cleaner Food, Safer Products, and Quality Water
Recently, I’ve been exploring the concept of health and advocating for a much broader meaning. As defined originally by the World Health Organization (WHO): Health is a state of complete physical, mental, and social well-being and not merely the absence of disease or infirmity.” In 1986, the WHO made further clarifications: “Health is a...
Is Weight Loss the Answer?The Importance of Embracing Health in The Body You Are In…Right Now
Do you feel that in order to be healthy, you should be a certain weight? If you do, you are joined by the majority of the population. The fact is that people of all different body sizes and shapes can become sick at any time for a variety of reasons. Weight is not a...
Wellness Resources Beyond Diet Culture and Fitness
At the beginning of 2022, I invited you to explore how you define health and what you believe it encompasses for you. After all, how can you reach your goals for attaining it if you don’t have a specific aim that aligns with your beliefs and standards? Many focus solely on trying to achieve...
How Spirituality and Religion are Linked to Mental and Physical Health
If your doctor truly wanted to assess all the factors impacting your mental and physical health, they should be asking you about your spiritual health. Along with lifestyle factors, genetics, and other aspects, these practices and beliefs play a powerful role in treatment and wellness results. Over the past few weeks, I’ve been discussing...
Does Religion and Spirituality Belong in Healthcare?
Did you ever consider that your religious and/or spiritual beliefs, or lack of them, could be impacting your health? It’s an infrequent topic covered in wellness and medical blogs or articles. Perhaps this is because we have learned that religion and spirituality are a “hot topic to avoid” if one wants a peaceful discourse....
Supporting Mental and Physical Health During the Stressful Holidays with Naturopathic Medicine and Essential Oils
The holidays are here. Unfortunately, they may bring additional stressors on top of the already overwhelming world events. In fact, the added strain of festivities may even heighten the intensity of emotions that may be triggered by current times. Furthermore, chronic stress can exacerbate and/or lead to more mental health symptoms. This is due...
Essential Oils and Blends to Make the Holiday Season Merrier & Decrease Stress
With the holidays in full swing, it is imperative for us to be well equipped with our essential oils and emotional oil blends. Right now, especially, everyone needs a little bit extra “olfaction fortification.” In my latest article, I share how essential oils can support our mind-body in a variety of ways. I also...