Part of getting and staying healthy is knowing about the toxins in your environment ... in the air you breathe, the foods you eat, and the stuff that contacts your skin.
I learned this lesson the HARD way more than once … the first time as a teen-ager.
Read MoreNothing says Ahhh … more than enjoying a bowl of homemade soup stock. Our grandmothers knew long before science proved it that it’s great for overall health.
Read MoreLately I’ve gained a whole new respect for herbal teas. I used to think that they were nothing more than, well, “just lovely.” I’ve lived and learned an important lesson. Herbal teas are more powerful than you think.
Read MoreI often get asked “What sweetener should I use?” The short answer is … it depends who you are. By that I mean, no one food is right for everyone. That’s why the one-size-fits-all diet ...
Read MoreLast week I challenged the commonly held belief that pills are the answer to your child’s (or your) emotional, mental or behavioral health issues. I introduced you to how the brain and gut interact and left you with three ideas to consider before you blindly accept the advice of your doctor and take those pills. This week I want to address the suggestions for improving gut health and in turn, brain health.
Read MoreSo, I recently dropped my high-schooler off for a Youth Group weekend retreat when my Nurse “radar” kicked in. My gaze locked on a red bag stuffed full with paperwork and medication bottles in zip-lock baggies. I was shocked by the amount of medications necessary for about 75 teen-agers.
I left wondering why do so many people – parents – believe there is health and happiness in a pill bottle?
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