You have over 500 species of microbes living in your body. These organisms help support healthy gut function. To support these microbes, eat the right foods. Foods rich in fiber can help. These include beans, broccoli, Brussels sprouts, and spinach. Fermented foods also are good for your guts microbiome. Also, consider including naturally fermented sauerkraut,…

Want to know the secret to beating the effects of aging?   First, avoid exposure to free radicals, such as smoking, eating foods with trans fats or pesticides, and a diet of those that are charred from grilling. Instead, eat lots of colorful fruits and vegetables. Next, reduce inflammation by eating fish, nuts, and even cacao….

Research is showing with increasing certainty that there is a link between depression and inflammation in the brain. Long-term depression, brain scans & study results Essentially, a recent mood study consisted of 80 individuals. 25 participants experienced depression for 10 or more years but had not received treatment. Another 25 people were depressed for less than 10 years….

Everyone wants and deserves to be happy. However, it can be a struggle for some to find happiness. Relax and relate to foster more happiness One way to find happiness is by learning how to relax. We get bombarded every day by variables that cause us to feel stress and anxiety. Relax by taking deep…

We, humans, have the capacity to see things through a filter called “negativity bias.” It’s a survival skill our brains use to stay alert and watch out for danger. Yet, negativity bias can hinder us when it comes to being happy and positive. Still, it is possible to overcome negativity bias when we need to….

Do you struggle with indecisiveness?  Consider these ideas for how to cope. Avoid overthinking the problem and what the possible results of your decisions may be. Embrace fear when making decisions rather than avoiding it. Try not to make impulsive choices. Consider when you said “yes” to a decision and whether it was the right…

New research is showing that there is a link between anxiety and eating. The study included 5,580 middle-aged women. Researchers used a scale that measured anxiety and depression to determine levels of anxiety. They also measured participants’ height and weight. The results showed that 55% of women with the smallest waistline had anxiety, 59.7% in…

Oftentimes, we project aspects of ourselves onto others. If this sounds like you, there is a 4-step process you can to do fix it. First, recognize what you are doing and how that affects you and the other person. Next, reframe things that you don’t like about yourself. For example, instead of being grumpy consider…

Everyone has one person in their lives who is toxic. Yet, there are ways to manage their influence. Observe what motivates these people and how their actions affect others. Also, be prepared. It’s important to be aware of how their tactics could affect you. Reassess your expectations for toxic people Resist the temptation to just see…

There are times when you need to hold a boundary with someone, but that isn’t easy. However, using empathy, you can create boundaries without alienating the other person. How to set boundaries well First, acknowledge the other person’s feelings or beliefs and then state how you feel. Use the “positive no” when needing set limits with…