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paleo diet? grain free? Gluten free? Low carbs? There is a lot of talk in the nutrition world about the benefits of a low-carb diet. Books like The Atkins Diet, Grain Brain, and Wheat Belly have had a very interesting conversation about the role that some of our favorite foods can play in causing chronic […]
self love. It almost makes you feel uncomfortable just reading the sentence, doesn’t it? We know that we should be kind and compassionate to others. But love yourself? Isn’t that… well, kind of a little bit egotistical? It is. And that’s the point. There are times when “selfish” can be very, very good. When you’re […]
75 to 90% of all family doctor visits result from stress-related illnesses. Paul Rosch, MD, President of the American Institute of Stress A few evenings ago I was involved in a fascinating discussion with some very insightful colleagues about the role of stress in the lives of executives and other high-performing professionals. Ultimately, we came […]
Because I love music, I am constantly drawn to associate music with harmony in every area of life. There are four (4) main voice types in a typical choir – soprano, alto, tenor and bass – and all are necessary to give the choir full tonal quality and harmony. We all have a mind, a […]
Good health should not be taken for granted. You’ll never realize how important it is until it’s gone. Therefore, it is crucial for us to take care of our health. We should take care to keep our bodies as healthy as possible so that we don’t get unwanted diseases in the future. Take a look […]
Choosing a spa is very different from choosing a beauty salon. Many women and men tend to ask their friends for beauty salon recommendations and feel that they should do the same when choosing a spa. The difference, however, is that a beauty salon includes many beauty treatments and services such as manicures, pedicures, haircuts […]
I will never forget the day my mom told me to wash strawberries. As a typical inquisitive 4-year-old, I asked, ‘Why?’ Because fruit pickers pick their noses, was her reply. I then washed them – sometimes. Now, at 31, I buy organic products, which must mean they’re booger-free and definitely pesticide-free. But as a medical […]
Health prevention consists of three levels: primary, secondary and tertiary. Primary is health promotion or prevention. At this stage, the focus is on educating individuals about precautions that should be taken to improve health. Secondary is the diagnosis and treatment phase. As soon as a disease is detected, your doctor will select the right treatment […]
I have just returned from a visit to the vet to take my three dogs for their scheduled booster shots and tests. I saw a sign at the vet for a senior wellness insurance plan that covered an exam along with the necessary tests and some preventative measures. I didn’t think I needed this insurance […]
If you have a local fitness, health or wellness business, be sure to get involved in community events. This is a great way to increase awareness, acquire customers, build strong bonds, create long-term loyalty, and build a better community at the same time! There is no substitute for interacting face-to-face with prospects. As a smaller […]