When most people think about dementia and Alzheimer's disease, they think about aging, genetics, or simply "getting older." But what if one of the most important factors affecting brain health is something we have the ability to influence every single day? Emerging research is helping us better understand the connection between blood sugar, inflammation, and cognitive decline. While scientists are still working to unravel the many causes of dementia and Alzheimer's disease, one thing is becoming increasingly clear: what supports the body often supports the brain as well. The good news? Some of the most powerful ways to support long-term brain health are surprisingly simple. Alzheimer's disease is the most common form of dementia, accounting for an estimated 60-80% of...
If you're like most parents, trying to get everyone up, dressed, fed, and out the door on time can be chaotic. Your morning sets the tone for your entire day. If things starts off stressful and you already feel behind, it can feel impossible to catch up. There are, however, a number of ways you can make mornings go a little bit smoother. Here are our best tips for creating a stress-free start to the school day. Here are our tips for smoother, less stressful mornings: Prepare the night before.A great morning starts the evening before. Doing a few minutes of prep at night helps keep morning stress down. If your kids are old enough, they can be involved in a lot of this! Check tomorrow's schedule and weather. Set out...
Fall is just around the corner, but September first marks the beginning of pumpkin spice season for most Americans. There are the usual suspects of lattes, candles, and lotions - but these days, the list continues to expand, including things like M&Ms, chips, even pumpkin spice flavored sausage! Starbucks' signature latte was first introduced in 2003. It very quickly became their most popular seasonal beverage, and exploded into the modern craze that exists today, but pumpkin spice has been around for a lot longer than the last fifteen years.I'm sure it's not shocking to learn that while pumpkin spice may taste like a delicious homemade pumpkin pie, most products on the market have no pumpkin in them. Instead, they contain the spices that are traditionally associated...
Lemongrass is a beautifully fragrant herb that is commonly used to add a subtle citrus flavor to Asian cuisine. As an herb, Lemongrass has been used for centuries in ayurvedic medicine to treat illness, fevers and to boost immune system function. As an essential oil, Lemongrass has many beneficial uses that might surprise you! This blog post contains some of the most common benefits of lemongrass essential oil and some recipes for using this bright oil in your home. NATURAL DEODORIZER: Lemongrass oil can be used in homemade deodorants, room sprays and household cleaners to leave you and your home smelling delightfully fresh. SKIN HEALTH: Lemongrass oil can be used as an effective cleanser for all skin types; its antiseptic and astringent properties can balance issues with...
So you've tried all of the tips for combating depression naturally from our first blog post, but you're still struggling... now what? We have found these supplements to be incredibly beneficial at treating depression symptoms in our clients without the negative side effects associated with pharmaceutical anti-depressants. B VITAMINS Vitamin B-12 and other B vitamins play a role in producing brain chemicals that affect mood and other brain functions. Low levels of B-12 and other B vitamins such as vitamin B-6 and folate may be linked to depression. We recommend the methylated form of these vitamins, and the difference between methylated vitamins and non-methylated vitamins is a whole blog post in itself... lets just say that most human beings don't have the ability to...
