Being married to a Pediatric Gastroenterologist, there’s plenty of “poop talk” around our house. 💩 But here’s what I’ve learned: once you know it’s just a case of the slowdowns and nothing more serious, you don’t need to reach for the drugstore stuff. There are natural, safe, and super-effective ways to get things moving again—without the side effects you’d get from over-the-counter options.
Read MoreDid you know that stress is one of the biggest health challenges Americans face today? It’s true, and especially right now, it’s more important than ever to understand how stress affects us. Excessive stress can have devastating effects on our health. Because your sense of smell is directly connected to the limbic system of your brain...which controls emotion. When you smell an essential oil it can immediately affect how you feel & reduce stress levels dramatically! Understanding these effects can help us take proactive steps to manage stress better and improve our overall health.
Read MoreDigestive discomfort happens to all of us, whether from overeating or other reasons. Here are some essential tools to keep in your medicine cabinet or pack for vacation to tackle those tummy troubles quickly and safely.
Read MoreThere are all kinds of possible causes for when you digestive system doesn’t feel great. My husband is a gastroenterologist, and these are natural options we turn to over and over - both for ourselves and for our children. Most times, these solutions help even faster than anything else we would pick up at the store. And it’s also nice to not have to deal with the side effects of those other medications.
Read MorePeppermint is one of the most popular essential oils, & can be used dozens of different ways. I use it almost daily + always carry it with me when I'm away from home. It really is a jack of all trades! Peppermint oil acts as a natural anti-inflammatory, analgesic, antispasmodic, cooling, invigorating, expectorant, vasodilator, & stimulator.
Read MoreIs it possible to enjoy the yummy food we look forward to all year long, and not have the lousy side effects? I believe so. And I've got some tips that have worked wonders for our family, and they can for yours too. So enjoy the gingerbread cookies, pumpkin pie, and candy canes. And use these tools to help your digestive system. Or if something else is keeping you awake at night, these tips will help you with that too.
Read MoreWhatever you're doing for your summer, there's bound to be some fun going on & hopefully a vacay or two. Take advantage of these helpful tips our family has learned for staying healthy & happy over your summer!
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