Fat is one of the most misunderstood nutrients. Fat is one of three nutrients that supply calories to the body. The other two are protein and carbohydrates. Fats belong to a group of substances called lipids and come in liquid or solid form. All fats are combinations of saturated and unsaturated fatty acids. Fats (namely omega-3 and omega-6) ...
Sometimes we need more energy to do a particular task. This week I needed more energy when I got the call from my granddaughter that she was in labor around 11 p.m. So as her doula, instead of preparing for bed, I prepared to go to the midwives’ clinic where we were meeting for the birth. So I ...
Here are a few ways in which you can emotionally support yourself and your mental health: Meditate – meditation is an important habit for improving focus, concentration, clarity and attention span, as well as having a calming effect. Benefits include: relieving stress, trauma and anxiety, calming the fight or flight trigger, counteracting aging, relieving depression, reducing insomnia, improving ...
4 Types of Estrogen The hormone story is certainly a very complicated one. Barraged by misinformation, myths and propaganda, it’s no wonder that so many women are confused about matters relating to their bodies and their health. It is time for women to take even greater responsibility for their health, their choices and their lifestyles. The greatest ...
With summer right around the corner, it is customary for many people to want to lose a few pounds to get into their bathing suit or go to a wedding, etc. While there are many reasons to want to lose weight, the bottom line is that diets are on people’s minds during this time of year. The definition ...
One Food That Can Save the Day We are faced with numerous environmental challenges these days. Xenoestrogens are particularly dangerous and I wanted to inform you where you are being exposed to these chemicals and the effects they are having to our future generations. The word “xenoestrogens” means foreign estrogens. They are man-made environmental chemicals, which are taken ...