Maintaining balanced blood sugar levels is crucial for overall health and particularly important for individuals with conditions such as diabetes. One effective strategy is to create a well-balanced plate that provides the right mix of nutrients. This guide will walk you through how to balance your plate to help control your blood sugar levels, focusing on the appropriate portions of protein, vegetables, fats, and carbohydrates.
Hormonal balance is crucial for overall well-being. Hormones regulate numerous bodily functions, from metabolism to mood, and imbalances can lead to a spectrum of health issues. Two vital organs play a significant role in maintaining hormonal equilibrium: the gut and the liver. This document explores how optimizing the health of these organs can help balance hormones naturally.
Exploring the Benefits of Copaiba Oil
Copaiba oil, derived from the resin of the Copaifera tree predominantly found in South America, has been used for centuries in traditional medicine. Its therapeutic properties are attributed to its rich content of beta-caryophyllene, a cannabinoid that interacts with the body's endocannabinoid system. The oil's benefits span a range of physical and emotional well-being, making it a valuable addition to natural health practices.
Following a regular sleep routine calms and restores the body, improving concentration,regulating mood, and sharpening decision-making skills. In other words, you’re a better problem solver, and are therefore better able to cope with stress, when you’re well-rested.
When it comes to choosing skincare products, we have thousands of options. Peels, scrubs, cleansers, serums, oils, toners, spot treatments, masks, and creams take up multiple isles in the drug stores, and as a result, it’s easy to go a little overboard, especially if you’re desperate to clear up your skin.
The skin is the largest organ in the body with the job of protecting the body from trauma and outside dangers, regulating temperature, and sensing pain. Like with any other organ, it is good practice to pay attention and nurture its health. One way to do this is to start a daily routine of dry brushing your skin in the morning before taking a bath or shower.
Here is a recipe included in my Holiday Survival Guide. that accompanies my upcoming New Gut New You Winter Detox Post-Thanksgiving Group Program. You will receive 21-days worth of recipes designed to nourish your body while cleansing it naturally with REAL whole foods! You won't be starving, deprived, and lacking energy, but rather the opposite!
I recognize that weight is just one measure of overall health, but it is one that many of my clients are concerned with. If this describes you, then this article is for you. Overweight and obesity are so common today that two-thirds of adults and one-third of children experience these in the United States right now. That’s hundreds of millions of people, so please don’t feel alone. Overweight and obesity can increase the risk of many health problems like type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and some cancers. Achieving a healthy weight, eating nutritious foods, and being physically active can help improve your health and reduce your risks.
Magnesium influences more than 300 biochemical reactions in the body, including blood sugar, blood pressure, and energy production. However, a majority of Americans aren’t getting enough magnesium from their diet, and experts believe that the majority of Americans are living in a deficiency without obvious symptoms—yet.
Stress affects us all, but we each have a different way of dealing with it. Some of us can quickly move on with our day, some of us can transfer that stress into physical activity, like running. But a large number of us find difficulty coping with life’s challenges and tend to over-analyze and allow our minds to spiral into a dark place that makes carrying on with our day next to impossible.
Did you know that when you make juice from raw vegetables, your body absorbs the nutrients within 15 seconds? Talk about an energy shot! No need to buy those sugary and chemical-ish concoctions from your local drug-store or mini mart. Juicing is an all-natural way to boost your energy and feel amazing!
Have you even heard of Adrenal Fatigue? If not, you are not alone. It is often not discussed and goes undiagnosed, even though many silently suffer from it. Yes, extreme exhaustion is just one of the common symptoms of this issue. For this reason, many folks just chalk it up to getting older and a way of life as we age.
Who doesn't crave cookie dough from time to time? I know I sure do. But, what I don't love is the belly bloat that accompanies typical store-bought dough. I am always looking for healthier, cleaner versions of desserts so I can enjoy a sweet treat without feeling horrible afterward. This recipe fits the bill. I hope you find it as tasty as I do! This recipe is taken from one of my clean eating programs.
We all have likely known someone who has recently gone through a breast cancer scare or someone who, unfortunately, was diagnosed with it. For this reason, I thought it was important to shed some light on how the liver helps to break down estrogen as well as which metabolites are associated with breast cancer development or prevention.
