
Judith Guerra Wellness Connections
By JUDITH GUERRA

Judith Guerra Wellness ConnectionsApr 08, 2023

Episode 53 - Segment 2 - Living With The Book: Breathe Magazine
In this episode of Wellness Connections, "Living With The Book", listeners are introduced to one of my favorite magazines which I believe provides spirit, mind and body medicine. The value is exceptional for a Wellness Regimen.
In addition, listeners can look at my HairBlues Blog for links to explore detailed information about Breathe magazine.
Link to the website - About us - Breathe (breathemagazine.com)
Link to HairBlues Blog - HairBlues | Focusing on hair, health, exercise, essential oils, and other healthwise topics
All the best in Wellness!
Judith

Episode 52 -A Conversation about Organic, Non-Organic Food, and Planet Sustainability
Listeners are introduced to the topic of participating in planet sustainability steps to take in their own households when purchasing food.
They are also given tips about organic and non-organic food. For example, what are the nutritional values, and why there should be consideration when purchasing foods.
Links to research and the blog post are in the description of this podcast.
Find more details at the Tech4Boomers blog at the link below.
ORGANIC, Non- ORGANIC Food, and Planet Sustainability | tech4boomers
All the best in Wellness!
Judith

Episode 51 - February 2023 - Focuses on News You Can Use :)
Listeners are introduced to topics which are covered this month - celebrating Black History Month, Heart Issues for Women and a future topic to be covered about Organic versus Regular Food to learn the nutritional differences and why purchasing organic food makes a difference.
Go Red for Women | The American Heart Association’s signature women’s initiative
Links to my blogs, which have topics discussed in this podcast can be accessed by clicking the links below.
FEBRUARY 2023 Black History Month Connections | tech4boomers
FYI – Black History Info at American Airlines | TRAVELMARE!
Newsroom (aa.com)
Selections of places to look for Black History Information -
Black History Month - Exhibits and Collections
Other sources:
5 Things To Know About 'Whipped Peter' The Enslaved Man ‘Emancipation’ Is Based On | News | BET
Emancipation vs. the True Story of Whipped Peter, Runaway Slave (historyvshollywood.com)
FoodPrint Newsletter
Making Sense of Food - FoodPrint
All the best in Wellness,
Judith

Episode 50 - News for 2023 That You Can Use for Healthful Habits
Listeners will learn what the focus and intention of The Wellness Connections podcast is for 2023.
Healthful Habits are the 'theme'. In the description of this podcast there are links to many of the websites of the topics discussed.
Stay-tuned for a New Wellness Journey with 'News You Can Use'.
Links discussed in the podcast are:
Complementary, Alternative, or Integrative Health: What’s In a Name? | NCCIH (nih.gov) YOGA: Good for the Aging | livingsenior.me https://www.yogauonline.com/yoga-practice-tips-and-inspiration/aging-brains-keep-producing-new-cells-research-finds ACS Breast Cancer Screening Guidelines https://sarahcannon.com/blog/entry/seven-sites-for-reliable-cancer-information Health & Wellness Topics | DrWeil.com | Andrew Weil, M.D. Medicine for the Mind | NewYork-Presbyterian (nyp.org)Resource link: Medicine for the Mind | NewYork-Presbyterian (nyp.org)
Happy New Year,
Judith

Episode 49 - End of 2022 Chat for Wellness & PlanetCare
Listeners will hear what I am thinking about as I enter the last Wellness Connection Podcast session for 2022.
Foremost on my mind are Mental Health and FoodWaste, and how we can get help and learn more about these issues.
To sign up for Newsletters about FoodWaste use this link: Join the FoodPrint Email List to Stay Informed - FoodPrint
To learn more about GoodR, use this link : Our Story | Goodr
It is a company that works with organization’s who have surplus food. They use technology to get groceries and meals to local communities in need.
My blog Tech4Boomers.com has posts, which give information about Mental Health resources. Learn more at the link below.
Technology Support for Mental Health, Wellness & Well-being | tech4boomers
Best wishes for the Holiday Season!
Judith

Episode 48 - FoodPrint/FoodWaste and Climate Change - Guidelines for reducing food waste.
Listeners will be introduced to the FoodPrint website. Learn more about developing good habits to reduce food waste in your household.
Click this link for a free pdf - FoodPrint "The ABCs of Reducing Food Waste"
2021_05_03_FP_ABCsOfReducingFoodWaste_FINAL.pdf (foodprint.org)
To learn more about FoodPrint click the link below.
https://tech4boomers.com/2022/11/15/foodprint-reducing-your-food-waste-more/
All the best in Wellness!
Details for this podcast have been sourced by the FoodPrint website

New Flash - November 2022 - Blog Posts Topics - News you can use :)
A summary describes what posts are available on my blogs in November. Click a link in the description after listening to this podcast. Later in the month there will be other topics posted and discussed on the Wellness Connections.
All the best in Wellness!
Learn more at the links below:
Are you drinking enough water or too much water? | livingsenior.me
(https://livingsenior.me)
APPs for Tracking Your Water Intake | tech4boomers
(https://tech4boomers.com)
Revisiting a Conversation about our Sense of Smell | HairBlues
(https://hairblues.me)
Smart Traveler Enrollment Program (STEP) | TRAVELMARE!
(https://travelmare.me)

News Flash about Aromatherapy Tabs
Bioesse Technologies, a father and son team that create Breaththerapy Tabs, which are designed to use with your sense of smell.
Read more about the company and the tabs they created for therapeutic benefits by clicking the link to a post I did.
It's "news you can use".
All the best in Wellness!

Episode 47- October Blog Posts That Give You News You Can Use :)
This podcast gives a detailed description of the information posted on my various blogs for October 2022.
Links are provided in this episode description for your easy access.
FYI – Breast Cancer Awareness Month | HairBlues
Revisiting a Conversation About Our Sense of Smell | livingsenior.me
JUST FYI – FAITH -Heart Health APP for African Americans | tech4boomers
FYI – Airlines Dashboard | TRAVELMARE!
All the best in Wellness!
Judith

August Blogs - News Flash - Topics with "News You Can Use" :)
Listeners get a summary of the information posted on my blogs, Travel; Tech; Beauty; Senior Care news for August, 2022.
Learn more at the links below:
Why Wear a Mask ? | TRAVELMARE!
Test Your Hearing for Free | livingsenior.me
How to Read Sunscreen Labels | HairBlues
FYI – News About Replacing Surge Protectors | tech4boomers
All the best in Wellness!

Episode 46 - July is Minority Mental Health Month for Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC)
Listeners will be given information about what tools and Mental Health resources websites, which are available to help (Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC), The focus and needs for this support was initially brought to the attention of the Mental Health Organization by the late Bebe Moore Campbell.
Access to this information can be found by clicking the link to my Tech4boomers blog below.
JULY – Mental Health Awareness Month for “Black, Indigenous, and People of Color,” (BIPOC) | tech4boomers
All the best in Wellness !

News Flash for July 2022 Blog Posts - Wellness & Mental Health
Listeners will get a description on what blog posts will provide during July 2022. Links to the blog posts are available in this description. In addition, a heads-up about Minority Mental Health Awareness Month and the late Bebe Moore Campbell's role in advocating for Mental Health tools for the Black community.
Learn more at the blogs below by clicking the link provided.
Integrative Methods of Self Care | livingsenior.me
An Essential Oil Dilution Lesson | HairBlues
Health Apps for Wellness and Sleep -2022 | tech4boomers
FYI – Travel Insurance Companies | TRAVELMARE!
All the best in Wellness!
Judith

Episode 45 - Sunburn Signs and Remedies: SFP/Sunscreen Guidelines
Listeners will be advised how to identify sunburn and what remedies can be used to help them. A link to Hairblues.me will provide detailed information on how to prevent sunburn and why.
Learn more at my blog.
Sunburn Remedies: Aloe Vera, Hydrosols & Essential Oils | HairBlues

Episode 44- Luck Happens to the Well Prepared - Using Mobile Phones for Safety
Listeners will be introduced to ways that can help them with their mobile phones In Case of Emergency (ICE).
Detailed information can be located on the Tech4Boomers.com blog, which will feature links with the detailed information needed in order to create contacts that can be located in the event of an emergency, and in addition, provide links that give guidelines on how to unlock a mobile phone in the event you have to help someone who requires medical assistance right away.
Find out the many emergency features, which are available on your mobile phones. Luck can happen when we are well prepared.
All the best in Wellness!

Episode 43 - Managing Your Pain with Your Brain
Listeners will be introduced to a conversation that is going on with doctors and other pain management specialist about techniques we can use to help us manage our pain by using various brain techniques and exercises.
Website links to this information will be available on my Livingsenior.me blog.
All the best in Wellness,
Judith

Episode 42 - Using Essential Oils When Traveling
Listeners will be introduced to using essential oils to enhance and help them have a better travel experience. Links on the Travelmare.me blog will provide guidelines to travelers on what essential oils can be beneficial to use for a well-being travel journey.
All the best in Wellness!
Judith

Episode 41 - May is Mental Health Month
This episode is a 'heads-up' to inform listeners that various resources will be posted to my blogs for their information and use. Some of the document resources posted will help listeners determine what signs can point to needing assistance in managing their mental wellness.
During May, look for posted information at the blogs below.
Most recent posts:
May is Mental Health Month | livingsenior.me
Travel & Mental Health | TRAVELMARE!
Mental Health Month – Toolkits | HairBlues
Using APPs for Mental Wellness | tech4boomers
All the best for your Well-being journey and Wellness regimen.
Judith

Episode 40 - Living with the Book - A Conversation About Carrier Oils
Listeners will be introduced to a new book by well-known Aromatherapist-Entrepreneur-Teacher, Jade Shutes. She is an Aromatic Visionary, who has more than 30 years experience, and was active in the field long before Essential Oils became so 'marketable' for wellness and well-being uses.
Find out more on my Hairblues.me blog.
All the best for your Wellness and Well-being Journey.
Judith

Episode 39 - What have you done for your hearing lately?
The episode will focus on the importance to getting hearing exams, especially when experiencing difficulty. Reference to articles, which give guidance in the dos and don'ts for ear wellness will be discussed. In addition, listeners will be given details of resources on the LivingSenior.me blog, which can help define what steps to take in exploring the wellness regimen ear health.

Episode 38 - Using Apps to Help With Chronic Pain
Listeners will be introduced to the concept of using Apps for pain. Recent research indicates that these Apps can help with managing Chronic Pain. Website links will be provided on the Tech4Boomers.com blog post to assist listeners in locating this valuable health information. The Pain Foundation website is filled with free resources you can use for your personal experience with pain. As always consult your doctor to help you with making decisions about how to use this information.
All the best to your well-being!
Judith

Episode 37 - The Alopecia/Hair Loss Conversation
Listeners will learn about my personal journey investigating various options to get information and help for alopecia/hair loss conditions. In addition listeners will be given links on my Hairblues.me blog post and to websites where they can find help for their personal journey with this challenge.
As always, all the best for your well-being!
Judith

Episode- 35 Guidelines for How to Speak with Your Doctor
Listeners will be given information about a website which provides guidelines on how to speak with doctors when visiting their office and ask questions for your specific health needs. Links to my Livingsenior.me blog will provide links to the website and sample question documents for your reference.
My mission is to provide you with resources to assist you in your "well-being" and "wellness" regimen.
Best wishes,
Judith

Episode 36 - What's Your FoodPrint Impact on Climate Change?
This is a conversation about FoodPrint aka Food Waste and how it impacts Climate Change. It also introduces listeners to the Foodprint website App, which provides surplus food for purchase at 50% the normal price. The links to the Free Foodprint App for Apple or Google Phones will be available at my Tech4Boomers.com blog. In addition, there will be a link to the Foodprint website with a video presentation.
Click the link to access the post:
All the best to your "well-being"!

News Flash - Update to Episode 33- Expedited Fee for PassPort Works!
This is a follow-up News Flash to Episode 33 about how to renew your passport and get it expedited quickly.
Listeners will have confirmation that the expedited service is worth the fee. In addition, they can find links at my Travelmare.me blog to get quick and helpful information in completing the application.
Passport Wizard Link:
Passport Application System (state.gov)

Episode 34 - Can Coffee Help Alleviate Headaches?
Heads UP - Episode 49: Caffeine and Migraine • National Headache Foundation (headaches.org)

Episode 33 - News Flash Info for Passport Renewal
This episode gives a description of how to use the PassPort Wizard, when applying to renew your passport or applying for a new passport. how do use the guidelines for the DS-82 form for renewing a passport is the focus with detailed information.
You can learn more about various descriptions at the Travelmare.me blog.
To use the PassPort Wizard click the link below.
Passport Application System (state.gov)
Best wishes for your well-being!

Episode 32 - Smell: Using smell to enhance your well-being
Listeners will be introduced to the role smell can play in their well-being journey. According to research using our sense of smell can help us relax, feel energized and elevate our mood.
Learn more about this at my blog Hairblues.me
All the best for your well-being.

Episode - 31 - True Open Heart Surgery Stories
Listeners will find resources which will point them in the right direction to 'know the facts' about heart disease, and how it affects women in particular. February is American Heart Month. This year, Friday February 4th is National Wear Red Day in the United States. On the first Friday each February you can raise awareness for heart disease by wearing your favorite red outfit.
You can learn more at my livingsenior.me | WellBeing Conversations Blog.
All the best for your well-being journey,
Judith

Episode - 30 - Black History Month Celebrated at Tech4Boomers.com
February is Black History Month. Listeners will be informed where they can locate information about newly created Black History websites. A lot of progress has been made since my Tech4Boomers.com blog was created in 2011. This month's blog post will provide you with the links to many of the websites, which are Black-Owned.
Find out more at: Tech4boomers.com

Episode 29 - Integrative Medicine Free Resources and Information
Listeners can access free training at the links below:
Health Resources: Andrew Weil Center for Integrative Medicine (arizona.edu)
Listeners can also learn more about Integrative Medicine guidelines at the National Center for Complementary and Integrative Medicine: 6 Things To Know When Selecting a Complementary Health Practitioner | NCCIH (nih.gov)
Mayo Clinic: Integrative Medicine and Health - Overview - Mayo Clinic
John Hopkins: Integrative Medicine | Johns Hopkins Medicine
See additional information at my Tech4Boomers.com blog
All the best for your well-being!

Episode 28 - 2022 New Year Intentions for the Wellness Connections Podcast
Listeners will be introduced to what the Wellness Connections has to share with audiences for the 2022 year.
Some websites which are talked about in the podcast are listed below. Just click the link to view the website.
BLOG – MyIntent Project
Senior Citizens (westchestergov.com)
According to your weight, how many glasses of water should you drink a day?
Water Chart: Calculate How Much Water You Should Drink According To Your Weight | Healthy Food House
All the best for your well-being,
Judith

Episode 27 - Principles of Kwanzaa - December 26 -January 1
Listeners will be introduced to the Principals of Kwanzaa, which was created by Dr. Maulana Karenga. Links to websites which define and give information on how to engage in this celebration of African Americans are available in the episode description.
Film: The Black Candle
The Black Candle — MK Asante
The Black Candle (2008) - IMDb
Sources of information for Kwanzaa
Official Kwanzaa website: Official Kwanzaa Website
Frequently Asked Questions: https://officialkwanzaawebsite.org/faq.html

Episode 26 - Walking and Smelling for Senior Citizen Well-Being
Listeners will be introduced to new research which advises that walking and smelling can help prevent cognition issues.
Links to the research will be available on the LivingSenior.me blog. In addition, videos to help users exercise while sitting in chairs will be provide for those who have difficulty walking outside.
All the best for your well-being,
Judith

Episode 25 - What's coming up for December 2021 Blogs
Links to various blogs will be provided and links to the information pertaining to safety holiday measures, wellness, and beauty.
Also, when you have a moment, please look at my TravelMare.me blog for a YouTube demo on how to wear your mask securely.
All the best for your well-being!

Episode 24 - Food Waste App: A Climate Change Idea
This episode brings news about the Too Good To Go app, which was developed to connect restaurants and stores who have surplus food with customers who can then purchase the surplus food from their businesses using the app at a substantially reduced prices - one-third its original price.
Links will be posted on the Tech4Boomers.com blog for easy access to the information.
All the best for your well-being,
Judith

Episode 23 - How to use Cell Phone Parking Lots at Airport
This episode describes how to use Cell Phone Lots at the airport. Even though these lots have been in existence sine 2001, it does not appear that many people use them. This conversation encourages travelers to take advantage of this option. Links to Airport Parking guides will be available on the Travelmare.me blog.

Episode 22 - HairTalk with Gladys Luciano - Fall and Winter Haircare
Glady Luciano, Hair Stylist and Consultant joins the Wellness Connections and provides suggestions for taking care of our hair during the cooler months. You can also find her page HairTalk with Gladys on the Hairblues.me blog.

Episode 21 - A Cruelty-Free and Vegan Cosmetic Choice
Links on the HairBlues.me blog will give you an opportunity to look for yourself what is available to purchase from companies who produce cosmetics that are cruelty-free, and vegan.
All the best for your well-being and safety.
Judith

Travel Apps 2021
I have placed some links on my Travelmare.me blog to suggestions from travel and tech "advisors" who think these apps can help to make your traveling experience better.
Click the link below for more information:
Travel Apps 2021 | TRAVELMARE! Or visit TravelMare.me
All the best for your well-being journey,
Judith

Episode 20 - Breast Cancer Technology Support
This podcast features information that will be available on my Tech4Boomers.com blog in support of Cancer Awareness Month. There is a new app recently launched by Pfizer, and it is designed to assist people who are living with cancer. The free app is available for Apple and Android users.
In addition, there will be links to the pdf brochure available in English and Spanish. Pfizer Oncology Medicine has support available. "Care Champions" help cancer patients with their personal health related concerns.
Technology and help available on the Internet is a useful resource.
As always, all the best to you for your well-being journey.
Judith

Episode 19 - October - Breast Cancer Awareness Month - Information
This episode focuses on the various ways we can get involved in donating and spreading the word about what the Breast Cancer Research Foundation (BCRF) does to fight Breast Cancer. It also provides a peek on what information will be posted on the Hairblues.me blog . You can learn more about the various ways to donate by clicking the link to the Hairblues.me blog from this description.
All the best for your well-being,
Judith

Episode 18 - Cancer Awareness for Aging
October is Cancer Awareness Month where I often like to share information on how new ideas for protecting and taking care of ourselves to fight, and help other fight this serious health challenge.
On the blog post you will learn about methods used by Dr. Ting Bao an Integrative Medicine Specialist, and what she does to help her cancer patients on their way to recovery.
If you would like to donate to Breast Cancer Research click this link to USPS.com to purchase Breast Cancer Stamps. You can also purchase stamps at your local post office.
See more at Livingsenior.me
All the best for your well-being and safety,
Judith

Breast Cancer Awareness Month Info
This podcast will introduce you to some ideas on how you can contribute to Breast Cancer Awareness and support.
One way I heard recently as a suggestion is to support someone who needs help getting to their appointment, either by driving them, or taking care of their loved ones so that they can make sure to keep the Mammogram appointment. Other ways of supporting this challenge will be posted on my three blogs: Hairblues.me, Tech4Boomers.com, and LivingSenior.me
In addition, I am providing you a link to an interview with Rachel Maddow of MSNBC, who recently had a Melanoma Skin Cancer challenge.
Read about it at this link: Rachel Maddow Says This Was the First Sign She Had Cancer | Best Life (bestlifeonline.com)
All the best for your well-being journey.
Judith

News Flash - New Ways to Heal Chronic Pain
On my Livingsenior.me blog post for September, I have an Integrative Medicine podcast with Dr. Howard Schubiner. He is the director of the Mind Body, Medicine Center. His ideas are worth listening to because he has different techniques in helping to relieve chronic pain.
All the best for your well-being.

Episode 17 - An Introduction to the Fooducate App
We can all use a little help in understanding the nutrition content of the food we are purchasing. For example, is there a lot of sugar in that "health bar"? I have found the Fooducate App to be very useful in assisting me with understanding what is in the food products I am purchasing.
You can access links to the App and information about the creator of Fooducate at my Tech4boomers.com blog.
All the best for your well-being,
Judith

Episode 16 - What's The Point? My New TravelMare Blog
My new blog "TravelMare" will provide and discuss what resources are available to understand the documents required to authenticate your identity when traveling throughtout the United States and Internationally.
Links to websites will be available for easy access to authentication sources.
Visit my website to connect to the TravelMare Blog
JudithGuerra.com

Episode 15 - Basics of Shampooing with Gladys Belle Luciano
Join the conversation with Gladys Belle Luciano - Hair Specialist has 30 years of experience with haircare and as a Master Stylist.
Gladys is a graduate of Wilfred Beauty Academy. She is also trained with the Paul Mitchell System, where she worked as an educator for professional hairdressers.
On this episode - she shares with us her guidelines for Shampooing correctly.
Hair Talk is a New Page on the Hairblues.me blog. Click the Hair Talk link to learn more.
Stay beautiful,

Episode 14- Is Sunscreen an "American Thing"
This episode discusses whether Africans "need" to use Sunscreen. In my research about this topic, I visited four websites, created by Nigerians, who have been discussing this topic. You will be introduced to these very interesting conversations, which will give you a detailed account of why the authors believe Sunscreen is important for Africans, as well as other persons with Melanin in their skin.
I assure you that this will be an enjoyable and useful post on my HairBlues.me blog, which will have the website links available for your easy access.
Stay beautiful!
Judith

Episode 13 - A Story Close to My Heart
This information is provided to you via my Tech4Boomers Blog because it has Heart Health information on the WomenHealth website. There is a lot of good and useful information on the Internet, and I would like to encourage my 'followers' to stay tuned for more information about this topic, and other resources available using Apps, and receiving electronic Newsletters, which can be useful in maintaining well-being.
Find the details for accessing the WomenHealth website, and contact information at:
tech4boomers | Helping to keep up with technology
In addition, look for the COVID-19 image, which has a link to the latest information from the CDC about Booster Shots, the Delta Variant, and much more.
Stay healthy!

Episode 12 - News Flash- COVID-19 Hair Loss Issues
This podcast provides information for those who have hair loss due to COVID-19. The temporary issue is described and where you can find support.
You can find more information at the New Hair Talk page of my https://hairblues.me blog
Other sources:
HTTPS://WWW.AAD.ORG/PUBLIC/DISEASES/HAIR-LOSS/CAUSES/COVID-19

Wellness Connections Mission
An information statement on the mission of what I do on the Wellness Connections Podcast.
You can listen and subscribe to the podcast on various platforms. Just click an icon of your choice on the public site.
Judith Guerra Wellness Connections • A podcast on Anchor
You can see my blogs and essential oil information by clicking the links on my website: JudithGuerra.com

Episode 11- A Conversation with Frauke Galia about Anosmia, The Loss of Smell
In this episode, Frauke Galia of F.A.L.K. Aromatherapy and the Podcast, An Aromatic Life, explains what she does to train people who have loss their sense of smell. Anosmia can be the result of a viral infection, which are known to directly damage olfactory sensory neurons. The COVID-19 Virus has caused people to lose their sense of smell. In addition, Frauke talks about the diminishing sense of smell for people starting at the age of 65.
Detailed information and links we discussed on the Podcast can be found at my blog -

Episode 10 - Good News - VIM App for Arthritis Sufferers
The Arthritis Foundation has a new App to help patients with short-term goals to improve sleep, healthy eating, weight loss pain and medication tracking. Listen to my podcast for the details. Then find links to the APPs and Websites at my blog livingsenior.me | WellBeing Conversations

Episode 9 -July Is Mental Health Month with Digital Help for Wellness
As we enter, July 2021, this episode focuses on various digital modalities, which are available to assist underrepresented groups in their Mental Health and Wellness Regimens. Listeners can find the links to these apps and websites on my https://tech4boomers.com blog to connect with these resources.

Episode 8 - A Conversation About Hydrosols

Episode 7 - Considering Integrative Medicine

Episode 6 - SPF APPs

Episode 5 - SPF Beauty & Wellness

Episode 4 - News Flash about the upcoming blog post. “What have you done for your skin lately?”

Episode 3 - Wellness & Well-being Connections Info for June 2021

Episode 2 - What have you done for your skin lately?
