Happiness and Meditation
Check out this infographic. ” The Science Behind Why Meditation Makes You So Much Happier”
Nutritional Recommendations
Avoid: Glutamate / MSG Aspartame / NutraSweet Sugar and refined carbohydrates Avoid processed foods Eat a high protein diet: More protein than carbohydrates. Choose lean cuts of meats. Chicken Eggs Fish Turkey Pork Cottage cheese Eat large quantities of vegetables and fruits Eat 2x more vegetables than fruit Eat more salads and fresh […]
Activity Recommendations
Some physical activity is better than none at all and it will offer health benefits. Start slow- if you have not been active, start with short sessions (5-10 minutes) and gradually build up to the desired level of activity. Walking is a great way to exercise. Take a brisk walk once or twice a day […]
Diet and Headaches
Many headache sufferers know that their headaches can be triggered by bright lights, loud noises, and chemical odors. Diet and food choices may also be a source of headache triggers. Not only can specific foods trigger a headache, but dietary habits can also play a role. Fasting, dehydration, or skipping meals may cause […]
Types of Headaches
Types of Headaches Migraine Headache: • May occur with or without aura • Nausea with the headache • Light sensitivity with the headache • Interferes with activities Tension Headache: • Bilateral • Non-pulsating pain • Mild to moderate • Not worsened by activity Cluster Headache: • Frequent occurrence • Severe • Brief < 3 hours […]
7 Benefits of Regular Physical Activity
Exercise improve your mood Exercise combats chronic disease Exercise helps you manage your weight Exercise boosts your energy level Exercise promotes better sleep Exercise can put the spark back in your sex life Exercise can be FUN !
Susan’s Sugar Blog; by Susan Lyn
It’s been a while since we last met to explore self-care strategies that support great health. Let’s reconvene. It seems somewhat fitting, given the flavor of the season, to take a look at sugar. I’m not trying to be a buzz kill- but let’s hunker down and consider the good and the not so good […]
Biography
Susan Lyn is an Educator and Registered Nurse. She holds a Masters Degree in Nursing Education as well as Certified Hospice and Palliative Care Nurse (CHPCN). Years of providing care to those at the end of life has sparked in Susan a passion and commitment for health and holistic well-being. She has personally delved deeply into nutrition, fitness, […]
Inflammation by Susan Lyn
Here we are, well immersed in the midst of summer. Hot days and warm nights summon up plenty of opportunities for barbeques’, picnics, and frolicking in the water. Today, we are going to take a quick dip into the topic of food, nutrition and inflammation. Given the spirit of the season, we will gracefully skirt […]
The YIN and Yang of Summer
The Yin and Yang of Summer The taste of summer is upon us. The sun sticks around longer…stretching out the day…teasing us with promise of sweet adventures. Summer inspires the perfect balance of yin and yang. Yin and Yang represent the flow of energy within and around us- our qi. Both are important to our […]