The gift that keeps on giving…..

The gift that keeps on giving…..

Why to stay for relaxation…. We know there is ALWAYS so much on the go, on your mind….to be done. (Before reading on, take note that below is a freebie moment of zen for you….try it out!).   Plus: we MUST get out of class before the rush of everyone else wanting to get to their locker, yes? NO.  Not…

HRV: Your 3 crucial health words.

HRV: Your 3 crucial health words.

The low-down on hrv:Our brain and nervous system support our heart. HRV is the latest piece of our health puzzle – and this one is worth really taking note about.  It is to do with the connection between our brain and heart and can be an indication of how healthy we are.  The higher the number, the better in this…

What to know about anti-oxidants.

What to know about anti-oxidants.

Amazing Anti-Oxidants The prefix ‘anti’ means against,  in opposition to,  or corrective in nature.  In this case, the ‘anti’ in antioxidant describes the effect these chemicals have against oxidants.   Oxidants, usually referred to as ‘free radicals’ are produced as a natural by-product of the millions of biochemical processes undertaken by the body every minute. The same life-giving oxygen that supports all…

Am I being true to me?

Am I being true to me?

How to be true to you.I recently heard a song that really resonated with me since it really got you thinking about what you are doing – and basically if you are feeling fulfilled. I don’t remember the group (it was actually on my Hubby’s hard rock channel) and the words were:  Am I just breathing…or am I living?It was a…

The power of Gratitude

The power of Gratitude

Why be grateful?For your cognitive health amongst other things, that is why. You see…the simple action of gratitude actually benefits our brain health amongst other things.  And think about it – when you are grateful, you tend to have a smile on your face, feel calm….how can you not benefit from these?  However, my friend it’s not ONLY thinking you are…

6 strategies for keeping dementia at bay 40+

6 strategies for keeping dementia at bay 40+

Keeping your brain healthy 40+ Cases of dementia are increasing – and women need to know how to keep the brain healthy at any age, but especially 40+. Know why – and know what you need to do for optimal health through menopause and beyond.As women – and 40 plus/ menopausal/ post-menopausal women especially, we need to be very aware…

Finding the calm this Christmas.

Finding the calm this Christmas.

Take a breath this Christmas….Try one of the below methods to help create calm in your day….to take you from “fight or flight” to “rest and digest”. Christmas can be tough for many; and with so much to do from prep to post – can be one of the most challenging times of the year.  Why not try something from the…

It’s all in how you see it….

It’s all in how you see it….

The importance of perspective.I listened to an incredible podcast this am. About how we look at expectations. About how we think about these. And… about how these expectations and thoughts have the power to affect us down to the core; to our cellular level. As a Health coach I promote this way of thinking to clients daily however he made…