How Stress and Cortisol Are Connected

Chronic stress is an imminent part of today’s fast-paced culture. It’s estimated that stress is responsible for 75-90% of visits to primary physicians, either acutely or caused by chronic problems associated with stress. Working in excess of 40 hours per week more than doubles (2x!) your risk for obesity, depression and heart disease. Stress is…

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Short n’ Sweet Thyroid Boosting Workouts

Thyroid hormones regulate our metabolism and organ function and directly affect heart rate, cholesterol levels, body weight, energy, muscle contraction and relaxation, skin and hair texture, bowel function, fertility, menstrual regularity, memory, mood and other body processes. However, I often see clients who are unknowingly lowering their thyroid – with exercise!

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Mood Boosting Essential Oils

If you’re looking for a simple way to shift your mood, you’re gonna want to try using essential oils. I talk about essential oils often, but I am always asked HOW I use them. I have shared how I use essential oils to make spritzers for your home, or to refresh your laundry, but what…

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