When your child goes to bed does it take forever for them to fall asleep? Or do they fall asleep quickly, but wake up at 2 am wide awake and asking to play? If this describes your child, then you are definitely not alone. Many kids do not have a sleep hygiene routine that can help them fall asleep fast adn stay asleep. According to the CDC, it is estimated that 30 to 40% of children do not get enough […]
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Recovery to relieve muscle soreness is an essential part of any workout routine. Recovery may not be as exciting as your workouts, but what you do post-workout can have a huge impact on your overall fitness, progress, and results. Put simply, your muscles can only do so much for you, especially if you don’t allow them to recover and give them what they need to perform. I began researching workout recovery because I feel somewhat sore or achy on most […]
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Gluten-free may sound like a fad diet. However, the truth is that many people would benefit from removing gluten from their diets. According to the New England Journal of Medicine, more than 55 diseases have been linked to gluten. A few of these diseases include irritable bowel disease, arthritis, and almost all autoimmune diseases. The most well-known condition related to gluten is celiac disease. Celiac disease is a hereditary autoimmune condition that affects about 3 million Americans, or roughly 1 […]
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After sharing My Experience with Hashimoto’s, I started thinking about how overwhelming Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis can be. From diagnosis to treatment, there are so many decisions to be made. Without the right resources this can cause some to feel hopeless about their ability to feel better. When I received a diagnosis of Hashimoto’s in 2015 I began to research as much as possible to learn everything that I could about this condition. With this post I want to share with you […]
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I have been on a bit of a hiatus due to work, family, and life in general. Thankfully, the school year is coming to an end. I am excited to finally wrap up my school psychology job and get back to writing. A topic that I have been wanting to write about is Hashimoto’s symptoms, diagnosis, and treatment. I haven’t written about this in the past because it’s such an elusive condition. I say elusive because there are so many […]
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I have been adding spirulina powder to my morning protein shake for about a year now. After I heard about how it can boost energy and protect overall health I had to try it and now I’m hooked. Spirulina truly is nature’s superfood supplement. In this post, I’d love to share information about spirulina benefits, how to choose a spirulina supplement, and how to easily add it to your daily routine. Trust me, you will love it! What is Spirulina? […]
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“Have you had your fat today?” This is probably not something you’re used to hearing, but believe it or not, just as you need enough protein, veggies, and other vital nutrients, healthy fats are an essential part of an overall healthy diet. Fortunately, the misconceptions about fat are being debunked. The truth is that fat does not “make you fat”. And healthy fats are actually crucial to your health. As a result, moderate to higher fat diets are becoming more […]
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Have you ever thought about what is in your wine? I know most of you are thinking…nope I just drink the wine. Well, I didn’t either until I recently found out that I can enjoy wine and not worry about headaches and brain fog the next day. You could say I was pretty thrilled to discover this wine. I didn’t drink wine until my husband and I visited Italy for our honeymoon. While in Italy we tried all of the […]
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A thumping heart is your body’s way of saying thank you. Everyone knows that exercise is good for your heart. That’s why sweat-inducing activities like running are called “cardio”, right? But did you know that exercise can actually help prevent and reverse heart disease? Well, it is possible. In this post, I am going to show you how to take control of your heart health with exercise. I know some people cringe at the word “exercise”, but seriously you won’t […]
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I started using MCT oil in my coffee daily about a year and a half ago when I was following a ketogenic diet. It sounded kind of weird to me at first (oil in my coffee, really?), but is something that I enjoy and have stuck with even when transitioning back to a higher carb diet. MCT Oil can have a massive impact on your energy and cognitive function. I have found that for me it helps with energy pre-workout […]
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