Good health is something that’s far too easy to take for granted sometimes. When we’re down for the count with a cold or flu—stuck in bed congested, coughing, waking up in the grip of that icky malaise and fatigue—that’s when we fully appreciate a...
When you hear the words “turkey tail,” it’s natural to think of the plume of feathers on November’s bird of honor. But Turkey Tail, so named because of its similarity to the real thing, is a mushroom with immune-boosting powers. And in the fall, w...
The August/September ‘back to school’ period invokes a unique blend of feelings for both parents and children: excitement, anticipation, butterflies, with novelty and planning and growth all in the mix. More time indoors, crowded rooms of kids and...
Whether we're planning an overseas dream vacation or a quick weekend getaway, gut health isn't usually at the top of our to-do list.
But you don't have to be a globetrotter to know that when tummy troubles hit out on the road, it can make travel m...
Do you Need Probiotics for Travel?
Traveling is the perfect remedy for the age of distraction, for our minds become present as we wander. But no one wants to travel long and far just to see the inside of a bathroom. 30 to 40 % of the population h...
Happy Bee Day to you, Happy Bee Day to you, Happy Bee Day dear reader, Happy Bee Day to you! World Bee Day on May 20th reminds us of the importance and contribution of pollinators such as bees. Let’s spend a minute to think about how much better o...
For this post, we’ll dig into some details on just how your body makes the energy it needs during exercise. In order to do that, we’re first going to introduce: the small but mighty mitochondria!
Mitochondrial Fitness
Mitochondria are specialized ...
Seasonal allergies are triggered by airborne allergens, such as tree, grass, and weed pollens, or mold or yeast spores. But only about 20-30% of us react. What separates those that do and those that don’t? Read more to find out.
Seasonal Allergies...
You’ve heard that iron is a nutrient critical for energy, but did you know it’s not just your heart or other muscles that need iron to be energized? Your brain’s cells, called neurons, demand considerable amounts of iron too. Our brains use iron t...
If you think that stress is affecting your digestion, you could be right. The old narrative in medicine was that the cause of IBS is not clear. A modern perspective acknowledges the impacts of gut microbes and stress on digestion. I will share wha...
If you think that stress is affecting your digestion, you could be right. The old narrative in medicine was that the cause of IBS is not clear. A modern perspective acknowledges the impacts of gut microbes and stress on digestion. I will share w...
Sunscreen, cleansing, exfoliating, and moisturizing regularly, you may think you’re taking pretty good care of your skin. These are important steps but they’re external remedies, and as we all know, beauty is more than skin-deep. Healthy, glowing ...
