In midlife, our hormones are already shifting. Estrogen plays a big role in how we handle stress, and when it fluctuates, cortisol (our main stress hormone) can rise more easily and stay high longer.
That affects everything from blood sugar and cravings to sleep, digestion, and even muscle recovery.
Read MoreI did it! 31 blog in 31 days! As someone with ADHD, consistency doesn’t always come naturally, but I’ve learned that when I commit and make it simple, I can stick with it. I blocked one hour a day, made it non-negotiable, and told my family it mattered to me. Just like my decision not to drink alcohol, it was black and white with no grey zones and no debate.
Read MoreYou don’t need a grand adventure to feel that sense of connection. Nature’s healing presence doesn’t require a mountain or a lake view. Sometimes it’s just a few mindful minutes outside, wherever you are.
Read MoreSome days, work doesn’t feel overwhelming, just constant. The other day, I sat at my desk for a total of nine hours, my shoulders creeping toward my ears, my breath staying shallow, and my mind skipping steps. These five small tools have helped me shift out of that low-level static without interrupting my workflow.
Read MoreYears ago, when I was studying at the Institute for Integrative Nutrition, I learned about arsenic in rice and thought I must have misheard. Arsenic? In rice? It sounded unbelievable. But it’s true. Rice naturally absorbs arsenic from the environment, and once I understood why, I started paying attention to where my rice comes from and how I cook it.
Read MoreWhen the temperature drops, our digestion often slows down as well. The good news? This season offers plenty of simple ways to support it, starting right in your kitchen.
Gut care isn’t always a supplement protocol or a restrictive food plan. Sometimes, it begins with something as ordinary as what you reach for while stirring soup or steeping tea.
Read MoreDuring my workout today, three quotes from Peloton instructors really stood out to me. Each one reflects the trainer’s personality and the mindset they bring to their classes.
What about you? Do you have a favorite quote that always seems to find you at the right time?
Read MoreThe truth is, when you’re tired, bloated, or overwhelmed, food can feel complicated. The fridge might be full, but nothing sounds good. That’s often when we reach for quick fixes or skip meals entirely, which only makes us feel worse.
Read MoreMany people still think they have to choose between working with a health coach and their physician, as if it’s one or the other. But that’s not how it works at all. To me, that would be like sending a football coach onto the field without the rest of the coaching staff.
Read MoreI am pretty strict with my clients when it comes to using electronics when they first get up and yet…
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