If you’ve ever been to a full moon Labyrinth walk at the Peaceful Spirit Enrichment Center you know what an inspiring event it can be. After 12 years of doing in person walks every month we were forced to do a virtual Labyrinth walk this month. When I got done with this video I knew […]
We are hearing a lot these days about PPE or personal protective equipment. Rubber gloves are an important piece of that equipment. But gloves can only protect you if you take them off properly. Keeping the contamination on the outside and not on your hands is vital to your protection. In this time of the […]
The only thing more important than toilet paper these days is a healthy immune system. Our best defense against any disease is the human immune system. It enhances the body’s ability to prevent the spread of bacteria and viruses. Your immune system’s job is to identify things that naturally belong in the body and those […]
Chocolate Mint Smoothie INGREDIENTS 1 cup almond milk 1 large handful spinach ½ banana 2 – 4 tablespoons raw cacao (adjust to your preference) 2 tablespoons fresh mint squirt of stevia ½ cup ice (optional) Blend and enjoy! Cranberry Oatmeal Smoothie INGREDIENTS ½ cup unsweetened cranberry juice ½ cup frozen strawberries ½ cup almond milk […]
Global events have made how to wash your hands a major news headline these days. Not surprising since handwashing is one of the best ways to avoid getting sick and spreading illness. There was a time that doctors believed water might be the cause of disease so they wouldn’t wash their hands. Seems silly to […]
Most of us are under chronic stress. The term stress derives from the Latin stringere meaning “to draw tight”. And that’s exactly what it feels like. There are two types of stress, acute and chronic. Acute stress is when our fight or flight response is activated and then returns to normal. Acute stress can be […]
Nobody knows your body better than you. You live in it every day. You are responsible for its care and maintenance. Yet sometimes you forget to check it out. Health self checks should be a part of your wellness routine. They are simple and you can do them at home. Here are 7 health self […]
Keeping a healthy digestive system can sometimes seem overwhelming. Eat this for one part, eat that for another. Make sure the cultures are live and you get enough fiber. An adult digestive system is about 30 feel long and has a range of pH from 1.5 to 7.0 and six hollow organs. It is a […]
If you read the blog 10 Ways to Better Gut Health you already know how important your gut microbiome is and by now have probably tried at least one of those ways. (Click here to read the blog) Let’s pretend you haven’t gotten around to trying one of those ten yet. You haven’t forgotten about […]
If you read the blog 10 Ways to Better Gut Health you already know how important your gut microbiome is and by now have probably tried at least one of those ways. (Click here to read the blog) Let’s pretend you haven’t gotten around to trying one of those ten yet. You haven’t forgotten about […]
Eating for better gut health can be both nutritious and great tasting! Try one of these gut health recipes and see how good it can be to eat healthy! Adzuki Bean and Asparagus Salad Serves 2 INGREDIENTS 1 bunch thin asparagus, rough ends trimmed off ¼ cup extra virgin olive oil Zest and juice from […]
Science is confirming what holistic practitioners have long proclaimed, gut health is the key to overall health. Gut health refers to the balance of microorganisms that live in the digestive tract. The digestive tract takes in food, digests it for energy, absorbs nutrients and expels the waste. The mouth, esophagus, stomach and intestines are all […]