As warmer days make their appearance, we tend to trade our hearty soup recipes in for light, bursting-with-flavor salads. By increasing fruit and vegetable intake, and introducing a variety of produce, we can strengthen the immune system by diversifying the gut microbiome, or “good” bacteria. ...
Depending on where you live, it may be time to plant a garden. We are now frost free in Northwest Indiana. Allegedly. We’ll see… The rule of green thumbs around here is that it’s safe to plant after Mother’s Day. Grateful for the warm days of late and...
With all the conflicting information on what to eat, what not to eat, and how to eat it, this is what I know for sure. Foods that are healthy for you may not be so healthy for your friend. Or vice versa. The tricky part is figuring...
Last week I wrote about Forest Bathing—immersing yourself in nature and using all your senses to benefit your health in every way. This week, I’m heading outdoors to play in the dirt. Dirt is good. Keep reading to learn WHY. Your gut houses at least 70% of your immune...
Here are 10 interesting tips for you. Perhaps at least one of them will help you have a happier day. As we age, the amount of acid in our stomach decreases. Drink most of your water between meals, and drink only minimal amounts (8 oz....
In last week’s blog post, I addressed ways to combat stress eating. One idea I had mentioned, is to be prepared with other things you can do instead of turning to food for comfort. I suggested making a list of activities that take anywhere from 1...
“What you stay focused on will grow.”—Roy T. Bennett Today, I’m living with an intention of abundance. Considering that what I stay focused on will grow, focusing on abundance, will bring about more… …of everything! This feeling leads to gratitude, which leads to generosity. This in turn leads me...
(The following article first appeared in the January 19, 2022 issue of Get Healthy, a publication of The Northwest Indiana Times.) Stress. Everyone has it to some degree. When it takes over your life, eating habits may be turned upside down. Some people lose their appetite and...
Another year around the sun complete. Time to celebrate my birth month as I begin the journey for another go around. My dear friend, Cheryl, finally found the perfect card to express this sentiment. If you’re not on board with a lengthier celebration, perhaps you need...
Last week we were basking in 11° weather here in Indiana. This week we had a blizzard. If you’ve ever lived in a wintery weather place, you can visualize the scene: snow piling up non-stop all night into day; blowing so that you’re not sure...