Daily Health Tips

Widely known for growing an indoor Chia Pet - these seeds pack a nutritional punch that beats outs Salmon in Omega 3 fatty acid content. Heart healthy and hydrating we share in this episode 3 easy ways to add them to your diet.

A true superfood packed with antioxidants—due to concentrated polyphenols—coffee fruit has the power to boost the immune system, protect against free radicals and act as an anti-inflammatory. Listen in for our favorite way to get this into our systems and how even kiddos can benefit from coffee fruit in the search for ultimate wellness.

Reishi Mushrooms have been rated the top medicinal herb in Traditional Chinese Medicine for over 2,000 years and are among several medicinal mushrooms that have been used for treatment of infections. More recently, they have also been used in the treatment of pulmonary diseases and cancer.
Listen in for why this super food is so powerful and how you can take a Reishi supplement in your quest for wellness.

Say it with me: Ahhh-Sigh-EEE. It's a South American Superfruit know as an antioxidant with anti-aging, mind calming, cardio-preventative benefits. Most commonly eaten here in the U.S. as an Acai "Bowl" blended with other fruits and topped with a variety of things like peanut butter, coconut flakes, nuts or fresh fruit. It makes an excellent breakfast that is healthy to boot. Give it a try!?

Matcha. Souped up green tea. Super rich in antioxidants with lots of health benefits. Learn how and why you should be drinking Matcha tea.

This morning is all about intention. Set a new goal for yourself with respect to your wellness. Perhaps it's to drink more water, or take a daily walk, to try a new yoga class, or cut out sugar. Set it for today and follow through. Be true to yourself and your quest for wellness. Watch how setting and keeping a goal can transform you whether it is for an hour, a day, the week or your lifetime. Things shift in the precise minute we decide to make a meaningful change. You can do this for yourself not just today but any day you choose. Simple changes, better choices one day at time. I honor you for being here and working on yourself. Remember, wellness is a practice.

If you've never been to an Optometrist to have your eyes examined now may be the time. Listen in for how often you should be having your eyes examined.

Oral health is connected to overall health and can even affect your heart health. Brush, floss and see your dentist regularly.

An easy way to self-monitor your hydration. Tips in this audio, give it a listen.

What is structured or enhanced water and is there any real health benefit?

The federal government does not mandate that bottled water be any safer than tap water – the chemical pollution standards are nearly identical (EWG 2008). In fact, bottled water is less regulated than tap water.
GET THIS: Companies producing bottled water are not legally require to note the source of their water NOR have to list how the water is treated (if at all).
Listen in for this and more...

Light tells the brain it is time to wake up. But did you know that exposure to in the early morning, can actually help you sleep at night. The timing of exposure is crucial; the body clock is most responsive to sunlight in the early morning, between 6 and 8:30 a.m. Exposure to sunlight later does not provide the same benefit. The type of light also matters, as does the length of exposure. Direct sunlight outdoors for at least one-half hour produces the most benefit. HOWEVER,
Overexposure to the sun's ultraviolet (UV) radiation can cause a variety of eye problems, including cataracts, macular degeneration, non-cancerous growths on the surface of the eye) and even cancer of the eye and eyelids. Therefore, to protect your eyes from harmful solar radiation you should ALWAYS wear sunglasses when you are outdoors except when you are getting that early morning light. AND never look directly at the sun.

If you are going to out in the mid-day sun for a longer period of time, like for a hike, fishing, a trip to the beach or gardening…you’ll want to think about sun protection and an easy way to do this is with clothing. Light colored, loose fitting, breathable fabrics work best and will provide an UltraViolet Protection Factor (UPF) of anywhere from 3-50 according to SKINCANCER.ORG Listen up for ways to protect yourself with out chemicals.

Can you believe that the United States has not passed a major federal law to regulate the safety of ingredients used in personal care products since 1938. But In Europe things are much different. Over the past two decades, the European Union has banned close to 1,400 chemicals in personal care products and restricted the levels of over 250 more. The United States has only partially banned 30 to date. This is unacceptable.
Parabens, Phthalates, Polyethylene Glycols, Dyes, Fragrances....the same chemicals we have been talking about all week are lurking in your makeup bag. If you have bought mainstream brands like CoverGirl, Loreal, or Maybelline you are using toxic products.
There are great brands out there that are all natural and perform as well as the bad stuff.
Our three favorites:
Dr Haushka
Tata Harper
Beauty Counter.

Check them out. Get those toxins our of your personal care products for a healthier you!

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Covering the how, what and why of Herbal Medicine. How to find a practitioner, what it can treat, what to avoid. Herbal Medicine can be just as potent and powerful as pharmaceutical drugs and should only be taken under the care of a practitioner who has studied Herbology.

Being Mindful is a wonderful practice that can soothe the psyche. Whether you choose to practice working on your breath, a walking meditation or something more formal - here is the recap for being mindful and present in a world full of distraction.

What is your fitness level? Are you making time for movement? Even a move towards sitting less is a win. How do you make space in your life for dedicated movement? A yoga class, bar method, running, Cross Fit? Find things that feel more like play and less like "exercise" to incorporate into your routine. We were not built to be inactive!

A review of our favorite supplements from multi-minerals to probiotics and fish oil. All of our picks are in the Wellness Warrior Checklist on Amazon to make it easy for you. http://a.co/bTVcHjo Talk to your doctor, do your research. Simple changes, better choices. Be empowered!

Revisiting our week discussing better sleep habits. No electronics before bed, choose reading instead. Sleep in a cool, dark room. Establish a bedtime routine. Ask your medical doctor if Melatonin is right for you. If so, check out our pick on the Wellness Warrior Checklist here: http://a.co/bTVcHjo Sleep well friends!

Just a quick clip reminding you that you are only as healthy as your gut. Probiotics will keep your immune system humming and your brain health strong. We like the VSL3 probiotic supplement which is on our Wellness Warrior Checklist here: https://a.co/bTVcHjo

Including foods that are prebiotics will help to nourish your internal biome. Those include blueberries, broccoli, leeks, and asparagus.
If your digestion is not fantastic consider a supplement and try to get probiotic foods like yogurt, kefir and kombucha into your diet.

This week we will recap what we have been learning over the past 8 weeks.
Today's podcast has a new intro thanks to Jim McCarthy Voiceovers. He rocks.
Today is a good day to recommit to living a lower carb lifestyle. Omitting the breads, pastas, baked goods and saying yes to more good fats and fresh vegetables. Give that pantry a good cleaning and hit the market to stock up on fruits and vegetables. It's asparagus season and soon strawberries will be filling market stalls. As it gets warmer I find it much easier to choose lighter, fresher foods. Give it a try.

Today, make some time to contemplate activities in your life where you are in the zone. Fully present in each and every moment. For me that is when I play tennis. For some it is golf, or fishing or hot yoga. Movement that doesn't feel like work where you are focused. It feels great.