10,000 Steps A Day? Fewer Also Counts!
10,000 Steps A Day? Fewer Also Counts. I actually do measure my steps and I aim for 10,000 steps a day. This equates to about five miles daily. However, this may be too large a target for many people and it might discourage you from physical activity. Does it really take nearly five miles daily […]
Psychobiotics, The Future of Mental Health?
Have you heard the term psychobiotics? At this year’s National Wellness Conference in October, 2019, I am speaking on Your Brain and Microbiome (Psychobiotics)- New Imperatives for Depression, Anxiety and Mental Health. YOUR SECOND BRAIN “The second brain,” is a mesh-like network of 500 million neurons lines our entire digestive tract from the esophagus to […]
How Owning A Pet Can Improve Your Overall Health – PART 2
Pets can improve your emotional health. They give unconditional love and are always happy to see you. They shower you with love and attention. This is PART 2 in a series on How Owning A Pet Can Improve Your Overall Health CLICK HERE for PART 1 Knowing that you have someone who loves you at […]
What Causes Your Irritable Bowel Syndrome?
Irritable Bowel Syndrome (IBS) is the most common gastrointestinal (GI) disorder. In fact, studies estimate that 38-96 million Americans suffer from IBS, although only 5 to 7% have been diagnosed. Symptoms of IBS include frequent diarrhea, constipation—or both—gas, bloating, and abdominal pain. IBS is a group of symptoms, including abdominal pain or discomfort and changes […]