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Teas and Tisanes

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Teas and Tisanes are a perfect way to jumpstart your journey to wellness by aiding in detoxification, digestive health and immune support. Here’s a list of our top seven teas and tisanes and their benefits. Try adding one to your morning routine or after meals and track the benefits!   Kombucha Tea- Kombucha is known… Continue reading Teas and Tisanes

Herbs, Teas, Tinctures and Tisanes for Wellness

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Herbs and teas have been used for thousands of years across the world for medical purposes. For example, Turmeric has been used since as early as 4000 BC by Ayrvedic practitioners. Study of herbs has been documented dating back over 5000 years in Mesopatamia, and Egyptians had schools of herbalism as far back as 3000… Continue reading Herbs, Teas, Tinctures and Tisanes for Wellness

Weekly Round Up

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Salmonella Outbreak Update CDC officials have not yet identified the cause of a Salmonella outbreak that has now spread across 15 states and affected over 125 people. https://www.health.com/condition/infectious-diseases/cdc-salmonella-newport-outbreak   Laughter IS the best medicine Smiling and laughter can impact perceived stress associated with stressful events, according to one study conducted by researchers with the Division… Continue reading Weekly Round Up

Taming Technology

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By becoming aware of how and when we are engaging with technology, we can explore whether we are utilizing technology in a balanced manner.

Technology and Wellness

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In the last two decades technology has exploded and there are endless possibilities to what new technology can offer us, including adding to our wellness journey. Technology also has the ability to distract us from what is truly important in our lives, create separation and unhappiness. The technology itself is not necessarily good or bad,… Continue reading Technology and Wellness

Weekly Round Up

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Prediabetes and Vitamin D Research indicates that Vitamin D can help with blood sugar levels, insulin production and reduce inflammation. https://www.healthline.com/health-news/vitamin-d-lower-risk-prediabetes-type2-diabetes   Blood Sugar and The Effects of Aerobic Exercise Doctors have pushed us to get in our exercise as a part of healthy living for decades. Unfortunately for those struggling with hyperglycemia or chronic… Continue reading Weekly Round Up

Mindfulness

Mindfulness is often talked about in wellness and health forums. Mindfulness is a mental state achieved by focusing one’s awareness on the present moment, while calmly acknowledging and accepting one’s feelings, thoughts, and bodily sensations. How can we continue to apply mindfulness to our everyday lives?

Exercise and Mental Well-Being

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Scientists and researchers have long touted the mental health benefits of exercise. It not only helps to regulate hormones such as serotonin and dopamine, it can help relieve physical pain that is a contributing factor to depression. As little as 20 minutes a day of yoga, stretching or exercise can elevate mood and help us… Continue reading Exercise and Mental Well-Being