healthy living

How to Solve Mystery Symptoms, Even When “Your Labs Are Normal”

February 16, 2023 / Comments Off on How to Solve Mystery Symptoms, Even When “Your Labs Are Normal”

“Ahh, that’s just part of getting older.” When’s the last time you said (or thought) that to yourself?  It’s something I hear allll the time from friends, family & patients, and it makes me sad! The unfortunate reality is that most of us begin to accept all kinds of unwanted symptoms as we age, when…

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What is “Functional Medicine” Anyway?

February 2, 2023 / Comments Off on What is “Functional Medicine” Anyway?

Have you heard about “functional medicine”?  Maybe you’ve seen the phrase used on social media, or have a friend who raves about their new “Functional Health Practitioner”.  Or maybe that friend is YOU, but you’re still not really sure what “functional medicine” really means.  Or still yet – maybe you have absolutely ZERO idea what…

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What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) + How to Feel Better

January 19, 2023 / Comments Off on What is Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) + How to Feel Better

Snowflakes & holiday parties are lovely, but the reality is that winter can be tough for many people.  It’s dark. It’s cold. The trees are bare, and the grass has turned brown. Everything looks gloomy. Shorter days mean you’re probably driving to and from work in the dark. And instead of exercising, maybe you’re binge-watching…

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How to Eat Healthy on a Budget in 2023

January 5, 2023 / Comments Off on How to Eat Healthy on a Budget in 2023

I’m kicking off the New Year with a double-whammy blog that will set you up for success. What makes it a double-whammy blog, you ask??  Whether your New Year’s resolution has to do with (1) saving money OR (2) eating healthier, this blog has you covered (hence the double-whammy). 👏👏 But, all jokes aside, eating…

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What the Nose Knows: The Science of Smell + Essential Oils

December 22, 2022 / Comments Off on What the Nose Knows: The Science of Smell + Essential Oils

How to Get Started + Pick The Essential Oils That Are Best For YOU. A few days ago I came across a meme that got me thinking about the power of smell. I wish I could remember the details, but I can’t (at least not completely), which is funny because it was about our ability…

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Healthy Gifts Under $60 (2022 Holiday Season)

December 8, 2022 / Comments Off on Healthy Gifts Under $60 (2022 Holiday Season)

Ready or not, gift-giving season has arrived! Whether you’re enjoying the season or feeling like a total grinch, I’m here to help you check off some boxes. — gift boxes, that is! 🎁 My challenge to you this year? Step away from the chocolate & fancy liqueurs, and opt for some healthy gifts instead.  …things…

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Sound Baths As a Natural Stress Reliever & Healing Modality

September 29, 2022 / Comments Off on Sound Baths As a Natural Stress Reliever & Healing Modality

The Evidence-Based Health Benefits of Sound & Vibration. Most of us know that a nice hot bath is great for stress relief. But the bath I’m talking about today isn’t filled with water & bubbles… It’s filled with healing sounds & vibrations! Now, if you’ve heard of “sound baths” before, you might know they have…

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Delicious + Healthy Meal Prep Recipes For a Successful Labor Day Weekend

September 1, 2022 / Comments Off on Delicious + Healthy Meal Prep Recipes For a Successful Labor Day Weekend

Make-Ahead Recipes That Are Free From Dairy, Gluten, & Hassle.  Well… it’s almost time to say ‘goodbye’ to summer!  And while this might be bitter-sweet for some of you, we’ve got a holiday weekend just around the corner to send summer off in style 😉  Labor Day is one of my favorite holidays. It’s a…

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Biological Dentistry: How it Can Keep You Healthier & What You Need To Know

July 21, 2022 / Comments Off on Biological Dentistry: How it Can Keep You Healthier & What You Need To Know

Have you noticed that we’re becoming increasingly health-conscious as a nation in recent years?  Healthy foods, organic produce, and better habits are all on the rise, compared to years past. 👏 And this means increased demand for better healthcare (including dentistry!). We’re starting to understand that we can’t simply treat one isolated part of the…

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How to Create a Home Apothecary & Heal Naturally

July 7, 2022 / Comments Off on How to Create a Home Apothecary & Heal Naturally

What if I told you that your body is innately intelligent?  That it knows exactly how to heal on its own, naturally? While society pushes the story that we need a synthetic medication for every rash, cough & pain, the truth is that people have been healing themselves using natural solutions for centuries – long…

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