functional (fx) wellness blog
Double Danger
Perfect timing for this article. See link below. Just yesterday I consulted with a client who has recently completed 22 rounds of radiation and is on 13 rounds of immunotherapy. She visits a world renowned cancer center near her home on the East Coast for treatment....
The Scoop on Poop: 14 Causes for not Going & 14 Solutions to Get Moving!
By now, I’m sure you know just how important gut health is…I mean, truly, almost everything starts in the gut. Our gut has been termed our 2nd brain, however I’m starting to believe it’s our main brain! Did you know you have more bacteria in your gastrointestinal (GI)...
Depression is Real
Depression is real. Can it be supported in ways other than these pills? I feel strongly the answer is yes! I'm sharing this read as a way to further educate and support with other options. If you feel you need help, reach out to me, a loved one, a co-worker, or even a...
HSA or FSA Funds to Spend Before Year’s End?
Click on this same image (on right or bottom if on cell), create account, put your faves in the cart to get the price, order up - it's that simple to take advantage of you HSA or FSA! ?????????? ?????. ?????????. ? ????????. ???????? ?, ?, ?, ? or ?????????.Any of...
Are You Happy Feeling Crappy?
Photo: A magical rainbow experienced during one of my amazing runs in Iceland! Your Time. (Energy. And Money.) You need tons more of each when you're simmering in that feeling of stuck or yuck VS when you're flourishing in the feeling of happy and well. What's keeping...
Get Your Fruits and Veggies in Where You Can
Having a hard time getting your family (or yourself) to eat fruits and vegetables? This is a common problem amongst people despite the effort to incorporate healthy foods. Here are some great tips to help your family eat their fruits and vegetables: -Keep fruits and...
Easy-Make, Yummy Protein Snack Balls for Home, School, Sport Bag or On the Go
I could eat these yummy protein balls by the container full, in one sitting. Easy to make, healthy and delicious. Make and take or make and freeze to enjoy later!Note: Real people make whole food look authentic, not fancy! My photo is straight out of the freezer. No...
15 Lifestyle Choices to Reverse the Impact of Sugars/Sweeteners on Your Body
Choose unrefined, clean whole foods (veggies, fruits, lean proteins). Break the habit of needing foods to be sweetened. Anchor your diet with vegetables and more vegetables. Build up fiber tolerance. Enjoy healthy complex carbohydrates in your diet based on your...
AKA Sugar
SUGAR is everywhere. HIDDEN SUGARS are lurking in so many of today’s packaged and pre-made foods. Including those from local eateries and chain restaurants. Why is there so much sugar in so many foods? For sweetness to get you hooked so you consume more so the...
