I have to admit that I’m not very good about taking a multivitamin. I’ve tried on and off over the years, but I never seem to stick to it. Right now I’m taking a Vitamin D supplement and that’s it. As an aside, I found an amazing sugar-free Vitamin D gummy that I really like. Yes, it’s a…
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Longevity Test: Can You Stand Up Without Using Your Hands?
I’ve become completely obsessed with this longevity test. Can you get off the floor from a seated position without using your hands, arms or knees to help you? Try it! It’s not as simple as it sounds. I somehow stumbled upon a longevity study that was done a few years back and now I’m hooked. In…
Stop Cancer With a Mammogram
Last week I had my annual mammogram. It’s not a fun day by any stretch of the imagination. I know that many of you know exactly what I’m talking about. Being in New England where the temps are pretty chilly, I was already cold when I arrived for my appointment. I was asked to change…
Join Me for a Deep Breathing Challenge
When my friend Lindsay asked if I wanted to participate in a 30 Day Deep Breathing Challenge my first thought was I’m way too busy. Then I managed to take a step back only to realize the timing was perfect. This is a transitional time of year for many of us – school’s starting, the seasons…
6 Tips for Naturally Fresh Breath
The quest for fresh breath has been around for ages. We flock to mints, mouthwash, gum and toothpaste all for temporary fresh breath. Take a stroll down the aisles at your local pharmacy and you’ll likely find an entire section of products dedicated to the promise of fresh breath. Bad breath is big business. Contrary…
Why I’m Adding Probiotics to My Diet
There’s a cabinet above the fruit bowl in our kitchen that’s overflowing with vitamin supplements. When I was pregnant I was very diligent and took my prenatal vitamin like clockwork. But ever since my pregnancies I’ve completely fallen off the wagon and all those supplements are sitting in the cabinet untouched. I focus on eating…
How to Beat Insomnia Naturally
After the birth of my third child I suffered from insomnia that lasted well beyond the newborn phase. For those of you who haven’t experienced insomnia it’s pretty awful. During that year (yes, 12 months) of sleepless nights there were times when I was able to fall right asleep, but would then wake up and…
