Real Life Herbalism. Intentional Evolution. A Self Care Space for Midlife Women.
Gut health is not particularly glamorous. Nobody gets excited about talking about digestion, bowel habits, bloating, or the trillions of microorganisms currently setting up residence in their intestines. But I think we need to talk about it anyway. Over the years, I've noticed that when I'm consistently eating in a way that supports my digestive... Continue Reading →
In my last post, we talked about how inflammation affects us in midlife. In that post, I touched on ways that we can reduce that inflammation, but I wanted to take the time to look deeper into one aspect of the overall strategy. The foods we put into our bodies. Something we do every single... Continue Reading →
Inflammation. If you've spent any time reading about health and wellness, you've almost certainly come across that word. It's linked to heart disease. Diabetes. Arthritis. Alzheimer's disease. It seems to show up in almost every conversation about long-term health. It definitely sounds important—but also a little vague, and if we're being honest, a little buzzword-y.... Continue Reading →
Weight gain in midlife, particularly around the belly, is one of the most common complaints of perimenopausal women. A little while back, the exact same diet and the exact same exercise routines I’ve always used suddenly resulted in a few extra pounds. I didn't realize it was happening until I noticed that my clothes weren’t... Continue Reading →
The Midday Crash You know how this is… Your day is moving along fine. You’re getting things done, feeling like you have a handle on things and then suddenly–it hits. The irritability.The slight shakiness.The sudden, desperate need for a sugary latte and a nap. We’ve all been there… But when I hit midlife, I began... Continue Reading →
I feel like I've been living under a rock or something, as I've only recently discovered the “golden” craze. For the uninitiated like myself, it is a beverage made using a base of fresh or dried turmeric. The practice originated in India and the traditional preparation calls for turmeric to be combined with water and... Continue Reading →
Is it useful? Overhyped? Maybe a little of both. Apple cider vinegar has lived many lives. Pantry staple. Folk remedy. Weight loss miracle. Detox darling. The truth, as usual, sits somewhere in the middle. Let’s sort this out. Apple Cider Vinegar: The Hype vs. The Humble Reality At its core, apple cider vinegar (ACV)... Continue Reading →
I love ginger. The spicy, sweet rhizome is highly versatile in the kitchen, lending flavor and zing to almost any dish. It’s one of those common ingredients that manages to be both delicious and incredibly useful at the same time. That strange looking root offers an impressive array of benefits. Ginger has long history of... Continue Reading →
So I signed up for a Pinterest account a few hours ago, and I'm finding it to be very interesting (ie. a willpower-destroying time-sucker lol). Pinterest asks you your areas of interest when you sign up, so I already had a board full of inspirational quotes, cute kitties, and an abundance of "healthy" recipes and tips when I... Continue Reading →
