Amy
What a fabulous vacation my husband Dave and I enjoyed over Thanksgiving! We were grateful for one another and the time we spent together traveling in Argentina. We spent the majority of our trip in northern Patagonia, Bariloche Argentina. This picturesque town reminds you of a European mountain town littered with chalets and delicious food. …
Recently I went to a wellness summit in Boulder, Colorado where I learned a bit about biohacking. You may be like myself and have heard of the word and understood what it means, or this may be the first time you have even heard of the term. Let me first share what my understanding of …
Our skin sheds layers throughout the year which tends to be dry. Our skin needs to be brushed and exfoliated, this is a great way to rejuvenate our skin. Dry brushing is an ayurvedic practice that believes when removing the dead skin you are improving your skins ability to eliminate toxins through the pores. The …
Recently, I took a course to become a certified transformation specialist, I discovered so many wonderful tips on how to support clients to achieve their health goals. The subject of multi tasking was part of one of my units. I was surprised by all that I learned in the course and came to the conclusion …
Planning ahead and being prepared goes a long way to staying on track with your healthy lifestyle when you are traveling. Traveling is typically out of the daily routine for most people. Many times we are on the run and following a schedule, and it always seems easier to grab something on the road, or …
Walking provides us with a mode of transportation to get from a to b. Many of us take for granted the ability to walk as this seems like something we have always done. Think of small children as they progress from crawling to walking, this takes time, strength, and determination. Our muscles and nervous system …
As we are approaching July 1st, six months after the calendar year has begun, it is a wonderful time to check in with yourself and see how you are doing so far this year. How are you really? How are your intentions for this year coming along? Have you set goals and started working towards …
When I was diving into my research of purchasing a “healthier” sunscreen a few years ago, I found it daunting in all honesty. Luckily I found the organization EWG which stands for the Environmental Working Group. This group has been around since 1993 shining a spotlight on outdated legislation, harmful agricultural practices, and industry loopholes …
I have heard about enzymes over the years and the importance of them. Only recently have I started to dive into the why and how. Enzymes are primarily proteins, though some are RNA molecules which translate the information from DNA to proteins. Each cell contains thousands of these enzymes, providing specific help with functions throughout …
I am asked as a health coach often, are oats good for you? This question does not have a black or white, yes or no answer. The answer is more extensive and based on a variety of variables I will describe below. Oats can be a healthier form of a grain than others, they are …
Love, starts from within. When most people think of love we think of loving another person or animal. These relationships are extremely important in our lives, at the same time so is self-love. Self-love is crucial for us to also love one another. Loving others starts with loving yourself first, if we do not love …
The start of a new year is a great time to set intentions for ourselves in our lives. Throughout the year it is easy to get caught up in all the things we need to do, the routine of life, and staying stuck in habits that may not serve us. An annual tradition for my …
“The mind is everything. What you think you become.” Buddha What we think, say and tell ourselves does directly affect our overall well-being and health. Having positive or negative thoughts do matter. It is not realistic for a human to be happy all of the time or feel 100% physically in tip top shape all …
Gratitude is the positive state of being grateful; an overwhelming feeling of appreciation and thankfulness, and the desire to return kindness to others. The holiday season is a time of year many of us feel grateful for the people and things in our lives. It is a wonderful thing for all of us to express …
Feeling the cool crisp air upon my skin, the leaves crunching under my feet, experiencing less light each day, are all signs that fall is here. I love this time of year, a season of change. It is a time to let go of summer and prepare for winter, physically and emotionally. Similarly to trees …
Farmers markets continue to gain popularity in modern times for a multitude of reasons! Between fresh, local, seasonal whole foods, flowers and veggie starters, homemade baked goods, artisan crafts and jewelry, live music, food trucks, and community involvement, there are many reasons why farmers markets are so fantastic! If you have not been to one, …
Stretching regularly should not be overlooked by any individual at any age. It is an important factor that many people do not consider unless they are recovering from an injury, or are participating in instructed led activities. Stretching is a wonderful thing for your body, mind and soul to stretch any time of the day. …
Strength training has evolved for me over the years. My understanding of it in my 20’s has grown now that I am in my 40’s. I used to only associate strength training with building muscle and being an athlete, this was incorrect. Yes, strength training will build muscle and increase endurance, both very important factors …
Meditation is an ancient practice, anchored in world religions including Buddhism, Hinduism, Judaism, Christianity, and Islam. Practicing meditation trains your mind to focus on your awareness in the moment. It allows you to observe and release your thoughts to quiet the mind. Regular practice of mediation has benefits for both your mental and physical health. Studies …
The optimal source of Vitamin D is from the sun, also coined the “sunshine vitamin”. The amount you receive from the sun depends on the time of day, season, latitude and your skin pigmentation. For example, during the winter months depending on where you live, your vitamin D production may be reduced or absent. This …
When you’re stressed out, the foods that you’re turning to are most likely going to be traditional ‘comfort’ foods – think big meals, take-out, fatty foods, sweet foods, and alcohol. Let’s face it – we’ve all found some comfort in a tasty meal and a bottle of beer or glass of wine when we’ve been …
The winter season is here and one of my favorite self care things to do is taking a cozy bath. Self care bath time is not about “cleaning” yourself, rather it is a time to relax, reset, and restore. There are numerous benefits to soaking in a bath. Lighting candles, filling the tub with bubbles, …
Cutting out sugar will improve your life drastically! Many people claim they do not have a sugar addiction, little do they know the hidden amount of sugars in our everyday foods. Who would have thought that some bone broths & stocks have added sugars?! Be sure to read your labels when grocery shopping to see …
