If you’re anything like me, you may have been burned far too many times because you trusted people who were untrustworthy and felt blindsided when you realized your discernment failed to pick up on the red flags. In my internal family system, those parts in me are young, naive, gullible, sweet, and open-hearted but boundaryless. They wear rose colored glasses, give people the benefit of the doubt, … [Read more...]

Stomach acid has long been blamed for acid reflux, gastroesophageal reflux disease and other ailments. It is a watery, colorless fluid that is produced by your stomach’s lining. Its high acid(pH) level helps break down food and absorb nutrients but sometimes acid has a higher pH level than normal and can irritate your esophagus lining. This can cause heartburn, a symptom of acid reflux which is a … [Read more...]

In the United States, breast cancer ranks as the most common form of the disease among women, second only to skin cancer. Sadly, it’s responsible for one in every three new female cancer diagnoses, resulting in nearly 42,000 deaths each year. As we enter Breast Cancer Awareness Month this October, it’s crucial to highlight the significance of proactive health care. Let’s discuss the … [Read more...]

Epsom salt, or magnesium sulfate, is most commonly used in a soothing bath. Epsom salt is a tool that integrative medical specialists often recommend for its physical and mental health benefits and is often used as a natural remedy for joint pain or skin conditions like athlete’s foot. While no clinical trials have confirmed the benefits of Epsom salt, many healthcare providers promote it for its … [Read more...]

High blood pressure, also known as hypertension, is one of the most common health issues all around the world. In fact, about 75 million adult Americans suffer from hypertension. This makes up about 29% of the US population. hypertension was once common among seniors, but now even many youngsters suffer from it. Some say the jump in the number of patients is due to poor eating habits while some … [Read more...]

Carrots are root vegetables that were first grown in Afghanistan around 900 AD. Orange may be their best-known color, but they also come in other colors, including purple, yellow, red, and white. Early varieties were purple or yellow. Orange varieties were developed in Central Europe around the 15th or 16th century. This popular and versatile veggie may taste slightly different depending on the … [Read more...]

For all those people suffering from chronic pain, we all know that excruciating pain which never seems to leave you alone, to the point where it seems like it’s a part of your life. But that is still physical. What about your mental health? In this article, we will take our time to explore how chronic pain can affect your mental health and other such related topics. We will try and … [Read more...]

We are always looking for ways to stay healthy and keep our immune system strong, especially after the world’s recent battle with Covid-19. Using tips like conscious healthy eating, practicing good hygiene, and minimizing our stress levels will strengthen your immune system enabling it to fight off infections. Getting sick can easily be avoided by following the tips below and ensuring your immune … [Read more...]

When my father was in his eighties, he experienced ongoing numbness in his feet due to neuropathy.  His legs stopped working well and he had difficulty getting around even with a walker.  Simply trying left him exhausted. But he believed there was a cure.  So when his cardiologist recommended heart valve surgery, he convinced himself the surgery would improve his legs, too. His trusted, long-time … [Read more...]

I’m reading a great book about boundaries, Anne Katherine’s Where To Draw The Line, with my partner Jeff. The whole book is great, but I just wanted to share with you all some of the Cliff Notes of what I really appreciated, which is a check list of helpful “Do’s” and “Don’ts” from the chapter about boundaries that protect intimacy. People with severe boundary wounding may read a list like this … [Read more...]