We know that beauty comes from inside out and the month of June I've dedicated to skin health. I've explored everything from sunscreens, to supplements, and foods that are best at keeping your radiant and glowing. You can catch the videos on my YouTube Skin Health playlist. This is the last topic in the skin health series. Now let's chat about the five lifestyle hacks that will keep you looking young longer. 1. Ditch the Sugar and Alcohol--I'm combining sugar and alcohol because they both ...
Sagging, wrinkles, paper thin skin, spider veins, age spots....these all happen at varying degrees as we get older. Aging is not for the faint of heart! What if you could radically slow the signs of aging by the food that you eat? We know that what we eat becomes the building blocks for our cells. Our food really does become us. Armed with that bit of information, we can make better choices giving us a chance for beautiful radiant skin. Check out my top ten below! 1. Salmon-full of Omega-3 ...
Hormonal imbalances can lead to a wide range of symptoms, from fatigue and mood swings to weight gain and skin issues. While there are many factors that can contribute to hormonal imbalances, one effective way to support hormone health is through a hormone detox. Let's explore what a hormone detox is, why it's important, and how to do it the right way. What is a Hormone Detox? A hormone detox is a process of supporting the body's natural detoxification pathways to help eliminate excess ...
Are you tired of dealing with bloating, mood swings, and cramps every month? PMS, or premenstrual syndrome, affects many women, but the good news is that there are ways to reduce these symptoms. In this blog post, we'll explore eight simple and effective strategies to help you feel better during your menstrual cycle. 1. Exercise regularly Regular physical activity can help reduce PMS symptoms by releasing endorphins, which are natural mood-boosters. Aim for at least 30 minutes of moderate ...
Feeling off but can’t pinpoint why? It may be perimenopause sneakily stirring the pot! Most women begin perimenopause in their 40s as estrogen production from ovaries starts to decline in preparation for menopause. But hormone havoc usually brews stealthily for months or years before that dreaded first skipped period. Let’s explore the top six symptoms signaling perimenopause may have you in its clutches – and proactive tips to reclaim your vibrant feminine health! #1: ...
If you’re approaching perimenopause or menopause, you may be all too familiar with the havoc estrogen imbalance can wreak on your physical and emotional health. Hot flashes interrupting your day, trouble sleeping, weight gain, tanking energy levels and even low mood or brain fog. When estrogen levels rise or fall, it impacts so many aspects of a woman’s health beyond just her hormones. But you don’t have to feel powerless! In fact, there are many effective natural ways to ...
Are you distracted? I just had this conversation with another working woman last week who says she's having trouble focusing on any given task because there are so many. If you saw my schedule last week, you'll know that I also struggle--by my own design. It's hardly ever choosing between a good and bad. It' usually having to choose between a good and a good. Or An OBLIGATION that's the interruption. (more on that below) I think we all suffer from ...
February is Heart Health Month Disease is a slow process. We don't wake up one day and have full blown heart disease. It's been creeping up on us. Sticky stuff has been accumulating in our vascular system over decades. I wish we had a simple way to check in with our body. A simple way to look inside and see what's really going on in there. How are we doing? The simple way is to eat enough of the right foods, get regular exercise and get regular check ups! No one is perfect when it comes to diet ...
There's a tangible connection between the mind and the body and it's called the vagus nerve. The vagus nerve, also known as the vagal nerves, are the main nerves of your parasympathetic nervous system (rest and digest). This system controls specific body functions such as your digestion, heart rate and immune system. These functions are involuntary, meaning you can't consciously control them. Remember the last time you were under stress or emotional overwhelm? Did you get sick? Did you suffer ...
Most working women I know are high achievers. We're always looking for the next thing in life. Achievement is the name of the game and being left behind in the rat race isn't an option. We'll never "arrive" because that doesn't exist. The trouble becomes, the more you climb, it's never enough. Continue striving like this for too long and science predicts that high performers will have more disappointments later in life and less satisfaction. It's almost like we're sacrificing the good stuff in ...