One of the molecules in cacao, called Theobrine, is a stimulant that helps to get your blood pumping. This grounding energy source is focused in your heart rather than your nervous system, and aids in the intention and feelings of openness. Embrace this loving and receptive force by having deep relationship conversations, practicing self-care, or answering reflective questions.
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Poor gut-health has been plaguing Americans for decades, but the stress, poor diet choices, lack of exercise, and illness in one year may have doubled the damage on our microbiomes. Here's how to improve your gut-health and reduce stress, support your immune system, improve your mood, balance your hormones, support brain health, and get better sleep.
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Practicing Gratitude This Holiday Season Can Help Your Gut Health. The benefits of gratitude range from your physical health, to your mental health, to relational health. Gratitude affects our brains – and our health – more powerfully than other types of positive emotions.
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Despite the fact that you often cannot control many of these triggers, toxins, or need for helpful medications - being aware of the impact these three things can have on your gut health is vital. Attempt to reduce your exposure as often as possible to all 3, but also take action, be proactive in nourishing your good bacteria. Eat whole foods and also consider introducing a daily probiotic/prebiotic supplement like Just Add Water.
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If you haven’t REALLY taken the time to embrace self-care in this difficult year, now is the perfect time. HERE is the round up of our favorite fall self-care tips on everything from nutrition, to mental health, to personal growth, to skin care!
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One of the most important factors in our healthy habits for sanity and our immune system is GOOD SLEEP. Sleep deprivation has been linked to immune system failure, diabetes, cancer, obesity, depression, and memory loss. Just sleeping poorly for one night can result in faster aging of your skin, storing extra body fat, and your body being as insulin-resistant as that of a type-2 diabetic.
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Here’s everything you need to know about these balancing super herbs and mushrooms called, Adaptogens! “Adapt” is the root word because these magical sources literally balance the chemicals released during your body’s stress response, helping you to readjust and reharmonize your systems back to equilibrium. This specific group of herbs and mushrooms tweak your body’s responses to hormonal triggers and physiological responses by mocking \ matching the signalers your body usually reacts to. Adding adaptogens helps your body function properly - from your mind, to your immune system, to your energy!
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Your brain can do so much to change YOUR world. The more experiences, good sleep, and nutrient dense foods you give it to work with, the more it learns and establishes connections.
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The best way we can empower ourselves is to stay informed, which Is why we have compiled a list of resources that you may find helpful during this unprecedented time.
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I love using Cinnamon in some of my favorite recipes. It doesn’t just spice up a tasty dish, however, but it also offers a wide range of health benefits as well! From heart health to flawless skin, Cinnamon is a simple and healthy addition to your everyday diet.
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Everybody knows I’m passionate about packing more fruits and vegetables into our diet, but I’m also an avid follower of beauty and fashion.
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