Listen to the audio version. We’ve all seen the health advice that promotes unnecessarily restrictive diets, conditions us to view exercise as a chore, or places one’s health status entirely in the hands of the individual. Many of us may have grown up with family members who spoke negatively about their bodies, or who were […]
Listen to the audio version. Have you ever tried fermented foods? Do you make your own fermented food or drink, like sauerkraut or kombucha? In this post, I will introduce the benefits of fermentation. In future posts in this series, I will describe how to make your own, starting with kombucha! What is fermentation? Fermentation […]
Listen to the audio version. Starting a new fitness routine, although daunting at times, can be exciting and make us want to jump in headfirst to try it out. As human beings, we are naturally drawn to new challenges, and fitness is no exception. Sticking to an exercise routine, however, is not so simple. Boredom […]
Like most of us, the recent events in Ukraine are just breaking my heart. I can’t imagine what it would be like to live through a war in my own country. While I try to stay abreast of the news, I have to take care to avoid too much “doomscrolling.” I pray for the people […]
I know most of you reading this already know this, but I am a career changer from the world of writing and communications, UX, and a little bit of broadcasting, to health care. As I have mentioned previously, I am a certified integrative health coach, but am also pursuing my Master’s of Public Health in […]
Listen to the audio version. As the year comes to a close, it’s common to reflect on what went well and what could have been better. It’s a time of reflection, pause, and acceptance. Many of us set intentions and goals, or make plans for the new year. This year has not been easy. However, […]