At only a few weeks of age, my first child became extremely fussy during and after feedings, screaming, crying, arching her back, and even refusing to eat at times. Our lactation consultant suggested she may have a dairy intolerance; many infants do because their digestive systems are still...
“Holistic” can mean different things to different people, but is generally defined as taking into account the whole person, including mental and social factors, rather than focusing only on the physical aspects. “Holistic” typically also means utilizing multiple methods, including natural forms of care. When it comes to supporting...
Pure essential oils are potent. Internal use is a personal choice, and not all essential oils are equal in quality. The industry is not regulated, so labels can be confusing. Before choosing to ingest, it’s important to research the policies and procedures of the brand to ensure there...
You know the feeling. The one you get when it’s time to go to the dentist. You’re trying really hard not to wiggle and squirm in the chair as your mind floods with worry and your stomach does flip-flops. Are they going to find a cavity? Or worse?...
Summer, with its glorious bounty, is an excellent time to join a CSA. Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) is a partnership between a farm or group of farms and local members who purchase “shares” of its harvest. Some run year-round, while others have sign-ups for each season. Many continue...
It’s no secret that healthcare costs are skyrocketing. The graph to the left comes from this column posted by the Wall Street Journal, which states “a surprising percentage of people with private insurance … simply do not have the resources to pay their deductibles and will either have to put...
The human nervous system is responsible for delivering over 100,000 messages per second to each cell, organ, muscle, bone, gland, and blood vessel. These messages are delivered at 325 miles per hour across 45 miles of nerves. It’s a very efficient system because it has to be! But...
I was raised on Hamburger Helper and Rice-a-Roni. Spaghetti-O’s, condensed soups, microwave dinners, and ramen were staples, as were ice cream, soda, cookies, and chips. My family ate the standard American diet, and exercised next to never. My parents had long commutes and demanding jobs. We were out the...
Did you know that until recently, soda was the most popular beverage in the US for nearly 2 decades? It wasn’t until soda started to be blamed for the rise in obesity that our old faithful friend, WATER, rose back to the top in 2013. Water makes up about...
My friend, Emily, had a really rough year in 2014. First, her husband lost his job, then she lost hers. They’ve struggled to find adequate new employment. Here, Emily shares why their family makes a healthy lifestyle a top priority, despite – and because of – their limited...