Most alternative medicine practitioners believe that skin is a reflection of one's overall health, and as a holistic health consultant, I have generally found this to be true. While there may be other contributing factors such as genetics, changing hormone levels, lack of sleep and stress, most cases of acne (especially in teenagers and young adults) can be controlled with proper diet and supplementation. Read on to discover which nutrients and lifestyle adjustments will transform your complexion into a radiant canvas that glows from within. Dietary ChangesWe've all heard the saying "you are what you eat", and when you're trying to improve your skin health, dietary changes can make a difference. When high-glycemic index foods are eliminated from the diet, the impact on skin health is significant and swift. The link between dairy...
In the high desert of the intermountain west where we live, we've had a LOT of snow this spring. It's almost as if Mother Nature teases us with mild spells of warmth, only to destroy our hopes with a layer of snow the next day. I'll admit, I'm missing my beloved garden this time of the year, and when the temperature is eventually warm enough to get my fingers dirty, I will relish it.In the meantime, before temperatures truly heat up, its a good time to prepare you for the potential muscle aches and soreness from the overexertion that can come with using muscles you haven't used in a while. In springtime, I see a lot of people in my...
If there’s one mineral you really need to get enough of, it’s MAGNESIUM. Magnesium is an essential mineral that's involved in over 300 chemical reactions in the body. It’s estimated that nearly 90% of Americans are deficient in this vital mineral that plays an essential role in the health of our bones, muscles, nerves, and many other body systems. Our bodies don’t store it very well, which means we need to get some regularly from our diet or supplement to make sure we’re getting enough of this life-sustaining mineral every day. What are the symptoms of magnesium deficiency? Magnesium deficiency manifests differently in everyone, however, the most common symptoms include: anxiety depression headaches irregular heartbeat rising blood pressure fatigue insomnia...
Insulin resistance affects almost 40% of all Americans, causing weight gain and increasing the risk for type 2 diabetes. But most people aren't sure what that means, or how to improve it. Insulin is an essential hormone that is made in your pancreas that controls your blood sugar levels by moving sugar from your blood into your cells for storage. When your cells are insulin resistant, they are less responsive and cannot use insulin effectively, leaving your blood sugar high. This hormone imbalance can effect the entire foundation on which your entire metabolic health rests. When you suffer from insulin resistance, your cells feel “starved” for energy as glucose cannot get in. The pancreas then produces more insulin to keep blood sugar levels stable....
Let’s get real: getting healthy (and staying that way) doesn’t happen by accident. In my years as a holistic health consultant I have seen a lot of people who have tried a lot of things to achieve or maintain their health goals— and I've learned that there is a general formula to what works and what doesn’t. The people who are able to achieve and maintain their health goals commonly share similar habits. These healthy habits aren’t crazy or extreme, but they consistently allow my customers to enjoy more vibrant health and a better quality of life. Today I’ve created a list of habits that my healthiest customers share so that you can adapt your own habits to discover your best health: Drink more...
