How many times do we hear we shouldn’t be stressed? Easier said than done. We live in a fast-paced world where everything we do seems to stress us out. Even the morning alarm puts us in a stressful state. What does all this stress do to our bodies? Where should I start? Let’s start with the hormone cortisol. In our primitive ancestor's time, if we were face to face with a … [Read more...] about What Does Chronic Stress Do to Us?
Be an Empowered Patient
I recently changed my healthcare provider from a naturopath to a “mainstream” PPO medical provider. After a trip to a "regular" MD, I felt I knew more than she did about nutrition and how food affects the body. The one issue I can't hack is better sleep. I thought I'd discuss it with the doctor to see her suggestions. I made it clear medication was NOT going to be my … [Read more...] about Be an Empowered Patient
The Importance of Self-Care: Nurturing Your Well-being
In a world that never seems to stop, where we are constantly bombarded with responsibilities and expectations, the concept of self-care has become increasingly vital to our well-being. Self-care isn't just about pampering oneself or indulging in luxury; it's a holistic approach to maintaining and improving our physical, emotional, and mental well-being. It is the practice of … [Read more...] about The Importance of Self-Care: Nurturing Your Well-being
“See the USA in Your Chevrolet”
In 1950, Dinah Shore sang this famous jingle. I wasn't born yet and vaguely remember the jingle growing up. I bring up this nostalgic memento because my husband Bob, our dog Zeke, and I just completed a 6,134-mile road trip to see the USA in our class B RV on a Chevrolet chassis. We were gone for 38 days. We left AZ and reached Kittery, Maine, and exciting spots. Many people … [Read more...] about “See the USA in Your Chevrolet”
We Can Make Life Easier If We Try
Life is simple, but we do everything possible to make it hard. We tend to live exclusively in the past or become fortune tellers about the future. So why can't we live in the present moment? For most people, it's tough to do. I asked people if they could stay now; most didn't understand the concept. They can't keep their mind from thinking about past or future events. From … [Read more...] about We Can Make Life Easier If We Try
My Dog Zeke
For the last 2 1/2 years, I've enjoyed our rescue cowboy Corgi Zeke. He came from a good environment where the previous owners raised him from a puppy and loved him; however, as Zeke got older, he would fight with the existing dogs in the house. After putting Zeke through training and doing everything possible to get the dogs to cohabitate, the previous owners surrendered … [Read more...] about My Dog Zeke
Why Do We Need Real Food?
When you visit your doctor, the first thing he usually asks is, "How are you feeling?" Keeping your list short is essential because he only has about five minutes to spend with you. Then he might ask, "Are you taking your medications?" If you say, "Yes, I am, but they make me tired, and my stomach is always upset. And I'm itching." Maybe he can give you something to control … [Read more...] about Why Do We Need Real Food?
Sleep Better for Wellness
I want to credit ChatGPT and my millennial son, Michael, for this month's article. Michael, a real estate agent, had written some great marketing pieces for his real estate listings, so I congratulated him on his beautiful work, and his response was "ChatGPT." So, not to be left behind in the AI world, I thought I'd get the app and see how it works. I asked the app to … [Read more...] about Sleep Better for Wellness
Do You Eat When You’re Not Hungry?
Many people are guilty of passing by the fridge or pantry and mindlessly grabbing something to eat even when they're not hungry.
Here is a short list of why we eat when we're not hungry:
Someone said we must eat three meals plus snacks daily or die. We have nothing else to do, so we eat. We're addicted to sugar, and we eat more sugar. Comfort food is … [Read more...] about Do You Eat When You’re Not Hungry?Getting Old Is Not for Sissies
It's a familiar quote, and ain't that the truth?
I just completed my first full year on Medicare, and as a part of my annual Medicare wellness exam, I was provided multiple screenings that Medicare would pay for. The one test I was curious about was a cognitive test. The good news is that I passed. Phew! I didn't know what to expect, and I thought I'd … [Read more...] about Getting Old Is Not for Sissies