Water upon Waking
What simple habit can you start your day with to support weight loss and boost metabolism? It’s the small changes we make each day that make a significant health difference over time.
Now, if you know me, you know I love my cuppa joe in the morning (coffee is practically a food group, right?).
But, before you grab that mug, let’s talk about something simple and powerful…
Sneaky Sugars
While eating whole foods is the best choice, knowing how to read labels helps you make healthier decisions.
What Are Sneaky Sugars? Sneaky sugars are added sugars that are found in products where we least expect them, like sauces, snacks, and even foods labeled as healthy. These can all contribute to your sugar intake without you even noticing! Pretty sneaky…
Here are some common names for these sneaky sugars that you should watch out for:
Simple Soothing Cough Syrup
Staying well this fall season is simple and it begins with preventative remedies. This easy-to-make home remedy combines ingredients that you likely have on hand to create a soothing cough syrup.
If you have any specific health concerns, it’s always a good idea to chat with your doctor, hopefully your ND. Never give honey to an infant under 1 year of age. Please remember that while honey is a natural ingredient, it is still sweet so be mindful to consume it in moderation.
The Headache Detective: Tracking Down the Root Causes
For those of you who may not know, I grew up with naturopathic medicine. It’s been a part of my lifestyle since childhood. Because I’ve grown up with naturopathic medicine, I approach health differently. To better explain what I mean, let’s talk about headaches.
Staying Balanced with EFT
EFT (Emotional Freedom Technique) is a type of acupressure that involves tapping on 9 specific points, or meridians, on the head and upper body.
The goal of tapping is to relax your nervous system so that you can then acknowledge and release the emotions or thoughts that are causing disharmony in the body.
If you’d like to tap along with me, you can check out my EFT #WickedGoodWellness video.
Preventative Medicine
As fall approaches, it’s the ideal time to focus on your health. At the core of naturopathic medicine is the idea of "praevenire"—prevention is the best cure. This means taking proactive steps to stay healthy rather than just treating illness when it arises. If you’re wondering why you would need to book a session such as this, here are the top 10 reasons to schedule your preventative care session...
Helping Parents Who've Lost
Experiencing the loss of a child is an unimaginable sorrow for any parent, and while no words can fully ease their pain, our support and compassion can make a significant difference in their healing journey. Reaching out with empathy and understanding during these difficult times can help provide comfort and solidarity, offering a small beacon of hope amidst their grief.
Traditional Fire Cider
The Power of Fire Cider: A Step-by-Step Guide to Your Wellness Elixir. Fire Cider is a traditional remedy with deep roots in folk medicine. This traditional recipe is known for strengthening the immune system, boosting energy, helping with digestion, offering congestion relief, and more! Stay well this fall season!
Embracing Peace With Meditation
Every moment dedicated to self-care brings us closer to wholeness. Meditation complements yoga by offering a stillness that allows you to observe and accept your thoughts and emotions without becoming overwhelmed. Here’s how meditation can support healing:
Embracing Gentle Yoga
Yoga, with its focus on breathing, gentle movement, and mindfulness, provides a nurturing space to reconnect with your body and spirit after pregnancy loss. Engage in activities that bring you joy or provide a distraction, even if only for a short while. Here’s how gentle yoga can aid in healing:
Living Well With Hemochromatosis
Have you heard of hereditary hemochromatosis? This is a genetic condition in which individuals absorb too much iron from their diet, water source, or supplements. This occurs because the body believes that it does not have enough iron. When I was diagnosed with having this iron overload condition several years ago, I dubbed myself Rusty Robinson. A little humor lightens the uncertainty of what lies ahead, right? Here’s a link to a recent article I wrote about this hemochromatosis that highlights a variety of ways to manage this condition with natural health.
Nourishing Your Body
In honoring our bodies after pregnancy loss, prioritizing self-care becomes crucial on the path to healing. The physical toll of loss, coupled with the emotional weight, emphasizes the importance of nurturing our bodies with care and compassion. While grief may consume our thoughts and emotions, honoring our bodies through nourishing foods, gentle movement, and restorative practices offers a pathway to healing and renewal.
Cultivating Spiritual Wellness
Navigating through pregnancy loss is a deeply personal experience that requires holistic approaches addressing the interconnected aspects of mind, body, and spirit. By nurturing your emotional, physical, and spiritual well-being, you can navigate through grief with greater resilience, compassion, and healing. Here are 5 suggestions to nurture your soul.
Nurturing Your Mind
Experiencing pregnancy loss is a time when the need for healing extends beyond just the physical body to encompass the mind and spirit as well. While grief may feel overwhelming, embracing holistic approaches can provide a nurturing framework for coping and finding solace during this difficult time. Here are some holistic strategies aimed at nurturing your mind after pregnancy loss.
Finding Joy After Pregnancy Loss
Pregnancy loss is a profound and deeply personal experience that can leave individuals and couples grappling with intense grief and a profound sense of emptiness. Whether it's a miscarriage, stillbirth, or the loss of a child shortly after birth, the pain of losing a pregnancy can feel overwhelming and isolating. In the midst of such profound loss, finding a way to reconnect with joy and create a life you love can seem like an impossible task.
Finding Peace After Pregnancy Loss
Finding peace after pregnancy loss is a journey marked by both heartache and hope. If you've experienced this profound loss, know that you're not alone. Each day is a step towards healing. I invite you to join our community of hope and healing after pregnancy loss. We are better together. You do not have to walk this journey alone. Here are my top 5 tips for navigating these difficult times and finding peace.
The Dirty Dozen and The Clean 15
For years, the EWG has been publishing its "Dirty Dozen" and "Clean Fifteen" lists to help consumers make informed choices. Pesticides are chemicals designed to control pests and weeds, but their widespread use comes with potential risks to human health and the environment. One significant concern is their role as endocrine disruptors, interfering with the body's hormonal systems. Here’s the 2024 line-up…
How Long To Heal?
A common question with naturopathic medicine is 'How long will it take for me to heal'? Naturopathic medicine is a gentle, integrative approach that works to heal at the root cause, rather than just treating symptoms. You can expect this form of medicine to take longer. You can also expect this form of medicine to dig deep and enhance your body's natural ability to heal itself. At the perfect time and pace that is right for you. What does this mean?
Two Wolves
The Cherokee story of two wolves offers profound insights into the human experience, reflecting the universal truths and struggles that people face in their lives. While the author of these wise words is of unknown origin, it is said to be deeply rooted to the Cherokee or the Lenape people. One of the most powerful lessons of the two wolves story is that you aren't alone.
Earth Day Blessings
Thank you for being Earth-conscious and forward-thinking for our future generations. Earth Day serves as a gentle reminder of our interconnectedness with the natural world, urging us to reflect on the significance of preserving and nurturing our planet. How can you support our beautiful Earth and help preserve her innocence for future generations to come?