Healthy Living

Wellness is  a buzzword in 2022. But what does wellness really mean? By definition, it’s the state of being in good health - and for most people, that centers around physical health. However, wellness extends to many other areas of our lives and requires a holistic approach to reach our full potential and feel maximum fulfillment. In other words, if you only focus on...

With the transition into a new year, it can be a potent opportunity to commit yourself to new habits in support of your optimum wellness. Much like learning a new skill, new habits also have a learning curve necessary for proficiency. Creating a fitness routine is a common choice for a new year's resolution, as exercise is a pillar for reaching significant wellness.  We...

  It's all too easy to get caught up in a hectic schedule of get-togethers, cooking, shopping, traveling, and everything else that goes along with the holidays. We've put together a list of practical tips to help you take back your day and make room for your own wellbeing in the busiest time of the year. Making time Batch your tasks for the week...

Adaptogens are a category of non-toxic herbs that support a healthy stress response.† They offer holistic support to the immune, digestive, cardiovascular, musculoskeletal, nervous, and endocrine systems. Although the term “adaptogen” wasn’t coined until 1947 by Dr. Nicolai V. Lazarev, adaptogenic herbs have actually been used for centuries in Chinese and Ayurvedic healing traditions. In 1998, the American Food and Drug Administration (FDA) defined...

  Botanicals can be highly beneficial for the human body, but navigating the vocabulary around them while researching which herbs could help you reach your wellness goals can often be confusing and overwhelming. Here are 20 of the basic terms you should know when reading up on botanicals and herbal medicine. Adaptogen: Adaptogens are a category of non-toxic herbs that support the body’s response...

  Exercise isn’t just good for your body; it also helps train mental acuity and helps you combat acute stress. Additionally, physical activity is key in activating the parts of your brain that process your response to stressful situations. During a stressful situation, the rational left side of your brain turns off and the emotional right side of your brain takes center stage. In order...