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:
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...
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 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.
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?
Hope and Healing
I'm creating an online course for Women of all ages who have experienced multiple miscarriages, feel alone & unsupported by the medical field, and are carrying the heavy burden of grief who want to Find Hope and Healing After Recurrent Pregnancy Loss. This course won’t provide any medical advice; however, it will encompass a holistic approach.
GI-Skin-Brain Axis
The intricate relationship between our gastrointestinal (GI) system, skin, and brain has garnered increasing attention in recent years. Often referred to as the GI-Skin-Brain Axis, this complex interplay highlights how these seemingly distinct systems communicate and influence each other. Understanding the GI-Skin-Brain Axis offers new perspectives on holistic approaches to health and wellness.
Glycation
Did you know that glycation, a natural process accelerated by sugar and UV exposure, can affect your skin's youthful glow? Glycation is a chemical reaction that occurs when sugars in our bloodstream bind to proteins, forming advanced glycation end products (AGEs). A major factor contributing to early aging is elevated blood sugar levels. When blood sugar spikes, free radicals go on a rampage, promoting premature aging throughout your entire body.
Calming Tea
Carminative herbs are known to promote optimal digestive health. The term "carminative" is derived from the Latin word "carminare," which means "to expel wind." Carminative herbs are believed to work by relaxing the smooth muscles of the gastrointestinal tract, reducing spasms and facilitating the passage of gas through the digestive system. Additionally, some carminative herbs may have mild anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial properties that contribute to their digestive benefits such as bloating & indigestion.
New Year’s Blessing
As we stand on the threshold of a brand new year, may the canvas of your life be painted with vibrant hues of joy, love, and fulfillment. May each day unfold like the petals of a blooming flower, bringing you moments of serenity, laughter, and endless possibilities. May challenges be embraced as stepping stones to growth, and may every accomplishment be a testament to your resilience and determination.