Technology Addiction
It's hard to argue that cell phones and other devices have changed the way we live. But is it always in a good way? We've all seen it - two people sitting across from each other, both on their phones. Perhaps we've been that person. How have we gotten so disconnected from each other?! Research is
Vision
Why did the chicken cross the road? Even in this age-old joke, it's all about the reason. The Why. In health coaching, we'll often start with a vision session. If that sounds too cliche for you, all it means is really getting in touch with your "why." What is/are your most important reasons for wanting to
“I Can See It!”
I want to tell you a true story. I worked recently with a client who asked me early on about my own health journey. I wanted to understand the reason for the question, and upon further discussion, she blurted out, “Will it always be this hard?” This person had taken on some major diet and lifestyle
Go With Your Gut
We’ve all heard the expressions. “Go with your gut. I have a gut feeling… He gut-punched me. “ These sayings exist for a reason! Turns out, our gut (which includes everything from our mouth to our anus) is a main driver of our good health. Functional and conventional medicine alike are increasingly recognizing that if
What Is Autoimmune Disease?
An autoimmune disease develops when the body’s immune system becomes confused and attacks its own tissues. Rates of autoimmune disease have exploded in the last 50 years. One in five Americans suffers from an autoimmune disease, and conventional medicine has relatively few options for treatment, usually involving heavy duty medications which only manage the symptoms,
Myths About Getting Older
If you’re here, you might be thinking that since you’re past age 35, there are certain conditions that you will just have to deal with forever. I’m happy to dispel a few of the myths, and my wish would be that this article gives you a sense of hope and empowerment. (Later edit to this
How It Starts For So Many Of Us
“After age 35, good health doesn’t come to us anymore. We have to go get it.” Those were the words my physician said to me, after she informed me that I had Hashimoto’s Thyroiditis, an autoimmune condition where the body makes antibodies that attack the thyroid, decreasing its function, and often requiring for medication for life.
Your Paleo Template
If you’re here, chances are you’re intrigued by the idea of reclaiming your health. You may have no idea what to do or where to start, and that’s OK. I can help. Perhaps you’ve already been to doctors who’ve told you that you need to make changes, but you struggle with how to do this on
Partnership
If you’re here, you might be feeling some self-doubt. You’ve tried and failed so many times to lose weight, get more exercise, handle your stress better, and here you are, back at the same place. Then you feel down on yourself and demoralized and weak. I can help. Yes, you can change. As a health coach,
