Reshaping your health habits takes time and dedication. Our daily efforts and actions have a tremendous influence on how we feel…about everything! Most of us demand immediate results, but substantial changes take time. Don’t give up on these three! Meditation: There’s an old Zen saying that goes “You should sit in meditation for 20 minutes a day. Unless you’re too…
Our environments, stress, food, exercise, genetics, and emotional well being all impact our health. Exploring family history can provide insight and perspective into conditions that have affected your lineage. Empower yourself with the knowledge of your genetics and ancestral lifestyles to help personalize your health care. Technological advances have put genetics and family history into the forefront of progressive health care…
Taking control of personal health habits has never been more important. The current statistics in our country indicate trends that should alarm every single one of us. As we age into our 30’s, 40’s, 50’s and beyond, it’s imperative to embrace a passionate dedication to the prevention of chronic disease. Here’s a look at the current numbers… ***These statistics are…
The health and fitness world loves a good “craze” or “fad”. The latest and greatest promise to get us lean and fit with minimal effort is always calling our names. Nothing can override principals of truth though! Here’s the reasons why you want to stick to the whole food… Fiber and Nutrients: The skin and pulp of fruits and vegetables…
Most of us live in a world where food is readily available at every turn. Calorie intake, obesity, and chronic disease rates are at all time highs. A conscious approach to your food intake gives you power to control your health. Let’s break down some top reasons you can’t help yourself reaching for snacks… Habit: We are creatures of habit!…
Exercise has a long list of health benefits. As you age, it’s important to identify what forms work best for you. Stress, work, responsibility, and injuries can all have an impact on how we feel. Sometimes burning through extra energy is what we need, but sometimes we need to rest and recover. The first step to choosing what you need…
Why do so many of us find it difficult to exercise? Here we break down the top three reasons people use and provide some simple solutions. Stepping out of classic definitions and personalizing your approach can go a long way… “I Don’t Have Time”: Yes, everyone is busy. We are all so busy that taking care of ourselves often takes…
Sometimes thinking of the big picture is hard to do. Time goes by quickly though, and our food choices add up for the good or the bad. Here’s the breakdown of four “treats” that a lot of us give ourselves and what it adds up to by the end of the year… The After Dinner Ice Cream Treat Having a…
The majority of today’s health, medical, and fitness trends play right into human nature: the quick fix. Pills, diets, procedures, and “the perfect” exercise routine dominate an environment that is screaming for a better approach. Viewing personal health as a life long learning process allows you to listen, feel, and adjust to what your body needs as you age. Physical…
Gluten has become a buzz word in personal health care over the last few years. It’s important to learn more about all foods that you put in your body. Let’s take a closer look at gluten, gluten-free products, and some of the potential health impacts of regular consumption. The word “gluten” comes from the latin derivative “glutinum”, which means glue. …