One of my many teachers in naturopathic medical school was Louise Hay – not because I ever met her, not because school taught us about her, but because I found her work on my path to healing. Louise Hay was a visionary healer. She inspired so many healers and others to step into their lives,Continue reading “In honor of Louise Hay.”
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Inhale and Relax: Lavender
Ahh the aroma of fresh lavender…there’s something so soothing and uplifting about it. I’ve been longing to visit a lavender farm for awhile now, to see the fields of the purple flowers dancing in the breeze in person. Someday soon, hopefully. In the meantime… Lavender is thought to have originated in the Mediterranean and isContinue reading “Inhale and Relax: Lavender”
Going gluten-free: is it for me?
You’ve heard this term dangled around on various snacks and menu items. The question often comes up, but there can be confusion about what exactly gluten is and why people choose to forgo it in their diet. Here’s the short version. What is gluten? It’s a protein! What are sources of gluten? Wheat (this isContinue reading “Going gluten-free: is it for me?”
Ghee: what it’s all about and why you should try it!
Ghee (pronounced with a hard E, as in “he” but with a G in front) is clarified butter. It’s been used in Indian cultures for literally thousands of years. It is also used in other parts of Asia. Recently, it’s gained attention in the US for its health benefits (not to mention its deliciousness). photo:Continue reading “Ghee: what it’s all about and why you should try it!”
Snack Happy.
You know the feeling. You’re busy and you’ve got a list of things to do, but you’re hankering for something sweet, salty or otherwise snack-worthy. While it’s seems easy to grab a bag of chips or candy bar, that’s the opposite of easy on your body. Instead, choose a snack that satisfies your hunger andContinue reading “Snack Happy.”
Everything happens for a reason.
This morning my professor shared many words of wisdom and inspiration. As the day progressed, his words turned out to be particularly well-timed and relevant. Some of them are below. Choose to be around positive people Don’t listen to the “noise” Confidence before success Preparation is key Be willing to fail Understand how to feelContinue reading “Everything happens for a reason.”
Your skin.
You probably know your skin pretty well. It’s your largest organ, it’s your body’s first protective means, and it’s what you see when you look in the mirror. It’s beautiful. Your skin can also provide a window into what’s going on inside your body and can help to make you aware of your body’s needs.Continue reading “Your skin.”
No bones about it: good bone health is essential!
Our bones carry us through life, supporting us and allowing us to move, jump, play sports, dance and conduct all of our daily activities. Our bones provide structure for our body – our whole body is really quite miraculous itself! We often don’t pay much attention to bone health unless we are trying to getContinue reading “No bones about it: good bone health is essential!”
A quick immune boost
Ever heard of the thymus gland? Your thymus gland could be thought of as the origin of your immune system. As you age, your thymus actually shrinks! It’s there to support you as a baby and child, becomes less active by the time you hit puberty, and is often forgotten about by the time youContinue reading “A quick immune boost”