What is wellness? It has been defined as “the state of being in good health, especially as an actively pursued goal.” Many factors shape our wellbeing, like diet, lifestyle, and relationships. Some are not entirely in our control, but there are some substantial ones we can influence that contribute to our overall health: healthy digestion,…
The last couple of years have been exceptionally stressful for everybody – and we’ve gained a greater appreciation for protecting our health. Even at the best of times, finding balance amidst the fast pace of modern life is tricky. The stress response is instinctive – but physiological stress responses that helped our ancestors escape predators…
If the last few years have taught us anything, it is to prioritize our health and look for ways to protect ourselves and our loved ones. To stay healthy, it is critical to be proactive by building a strong immune system and being prepared to fight back against infections that can quickly be passed around….
It’s all about Reconnecting with Your Natural Rhythms.Restless nights, tension headaches, racing heart, distracted thoughts, waking up groggy, all-day fatigue … do any of these issues sound familiar? Unfortunately, high stress and poor sleep are common among those living modern lifestyles, affecting people of all ages. Many factors can influence these health issues, including:
Stress! Unfortunately – we’re all too familiar with it, especially over the last couple of years. Did you know that, when we experience stress, the body goes through something called the “stress cycle,” which physiologically brings us into and then, importantly, out of the stress response? Many of us are unaware of this, and in…
Health is wealth – and these days, it feels more critical than ever! We often step up our health regimens when cold and flu season approaches, but this year, it coincides with a return to socializing in the “new normal” – and we’re all concerned about our health and looking for strategies to protect it.
In Traditional Chinese Medicine, the heart is known as the “king of all organs”, representing self awareness, the ability to connect, and the key to living a fulfilling, happy life. The heart is the centre of the cardiovascular system – an elaborate network of veins and arteries that flow blood into every area of the…
Stress is a part of everyone’s life. But today’s fast-paced lifestyles paired with current events have us feeling full of anxiety! A healthy stress response is essential to survival: when we perceive threats, the body “adapts” with a series of physiological changes to reduce the impact. With constant, extreme, or long-term stress the body’s resilience…
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