Stress – it’s everywhere – in much of what we do, see, hear, and read. Most of us think of stress as an external circumstance that affects us in a detrimental manner. But we can have a lot of self-inflicted stress, as well, that can be just as harmful. In a past post (Nature Interrupted),Continue reading “5 Ways to Reduce the Stress You Didn’t Know You Have”
Category Archives: Hydration
Healing Made Simple
I recently listened to a podcast in which Dr. Zach Bush, an MD specializing in internal medicine, endocrinology and hospice care, was interviewed. The subject was healing the mind, body, & spirit, and Dr. Bush, who is also well-versed on the role of soil and water ecosystems in human genomics, addressed it with his typicalContinue reading “Healing Made Simple”
8 Quick Morning Practices to Supercharge You for the Day Ahead
I remember well the morning rituals of my days working in an office. Jump out of bed, no time for breakfast, shower & dress, and rush to work, often arriving flustered & grumpy, feelings which could linger for hours. At the time, it felt as though there was nothing I could do about it, asContinue reading “8 Quick Morning Practices to Supercharge You for the Day Ahead”
5 Little-Known Tips for Seasonal Allergy Relief
Seasonal allergies affect up to 30% of the world’s population, according to an article from The Conversation, an independent, worldwide publisher committed to sharing academic research for the common good. Fueled by warmer temperatures and increased carbon dioxide levels, pollen seasons are now longer, and pollen counts are higher, the article explains. Continued climate change,Continue reading “5 Little-Known Tips for Seasonal Allergy Relief”
7 Lifestyle Touchstones from the Healthiest Person I Know
Over the years, I have learned that regularly investing in the health of my mind, body, and spirit is vital. I don’t want to live forever, but I do want to feel good, enjoy life, and thrive as long as I’m on the planet. When I go to my annual doctor’s visit for a check-upContinue reading “7 Lifestyle Touchstones from the Healthiest Person I Know”
Six Science-Backed Reasons to Get Outside
Did you enjoy spending time outside as a kid? I did. As a matter of fact, I don’t remember spending much time inside. I loved playing outdoors with pets we had over the years, including lots of dogs and cats, a couple rabbits, and a rooster that I treated like a baby. I enjoyed ridingContinue reading “Six Science-Backed Reasons to Get Outside”
Why Is Sitting the New Smoking?
Sitting is more dangerous than smoking, kills more people than HIV and is more treacherous than parachuting. We are sitting ourselves to death. ~James Levine, professor of medicine, Mayo Clinic If you’re like me, you’ve probably heard the phrase sitting is the new smoking for years without really understanding it. Regular exercise is important, asContinue reading “Why Is Sitting the New Smoking?”
Hydration – Does It Really Matter?
It’s a glorious, sunny day here in Arizona. But it’s dry. Always dry. As much as I dislike the humidity of the East Coast and the South, the dry cold (and heat) is a challenge for me as well. So as I write, I’m hydrating by drinking a huge breakfast smoothie made with lots ofContinue reading “Hydration – Does It Really Matter?”
Water: The Miraculous Molecule
For a substance that seems so simple, there appears to be no end to the functions and benefits of water. Many have written about it through the ages, including poets, artists, explorers, statesmen, philosophers, and spiritual leaders. They’ve addressed water as our source, as the driving force in Nature, and as a metaphor for theContinue reading “Water: The Miraculous Molecule”
Thinking Outside the COVID-19 Box: 10 Ways to Boost Immune Function
Over the past 18 months, I’ve heard a lot about masking, hand washing, and social distancing to protect yourself and others from coronavirus. Sadly, I’ve also heard about many immunocompromised people dying from the virus. But I haven’t heard top health officials talk much about boosting immune function. Have you? Doesn’t it make sense thatContinue reading “Thinking Outside the COVID-19 Box: 10 Ways to Boost Immune Function”
Micro of the Macro 