holistic approach
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My healing philosophy
Your body is designed to protect you, to heal, and to automatically correct internal imbalances. It’s an amazing process that has kept us alive and well since the beginning of humanity. When symptoms appear, they’re your body’s way of gently telling you something needs to change. It’s only when these whispers are ignored that they…
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The book that changed my perspective on hormones and female reproductive health
One of my biggest challenges after stopping the pill was dealing with inconsistent and missing periods. Initially, my cycle would only come around every third month, and when it did, it was accompanied by excruciating pain, minimal bleeding, severe PMS, hormonal acne, and a host of other frustrating symptoms. What I realized through this journey…
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The backstory to my skin challenges: Where it all started
My skin started to break out more frequently when I was in my first year of high school. It was not severe by any means, but like any young teenager, you strongly believe that physical appearance is the most important thing, so your skin can quickly become an insecurity. I was no different. When I…
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The foundation of health and wellness
Health and wellness advice is everywhere. There’s so much information, so many tips on how to heal this condition or optimize that part of your life, that it can quickly become overwhelming. When I first started learning about health, I felt like I had to make so many changes. My habits were already pretty good,…
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Tired But Wired? Easy tips to get better sleep
The reasons can obviously vary, and I want to make a disclaimer that none of this is medical advice. I recommend talking to your primary healthcare provider if you’re struggling. However, these suggestions are habit-based and can be more impactful than any supplement you take. Cortisol and Stress Difficulty sleeping usually stems from an imbalance…
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Navigating Holistic Wellness, Part 1
I have been on my healing journey for about a year now. However, for most of us, myself included, we already have some knowledge about health and have likely tried various methods for self-healing and symptom management. About a year ago, I became aware of holistic wellness and started to learn more extensively about the…
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Ginger Lemon Recipe for Your Daily Morning Routine
Throughout this year, there’s been one habit I’ve maintained consistently – starting my day with a warm glass of lemon water on an empty stomach. More recently, I’ve introduced ginger into the mix, as I wanted additional anti-inflammatory and immunity-boosting properties for the fall season. The reason I enjoy warm lemon water is its detoxification…
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My best tips to start healing acne
As my first post, I thought I’d talk about something that lies very near my heart and that I’ve personally dealt with extensively – acne. I’m no expert, and this is not medical advice, but many of these tips are easy things to include in your life without much effort. However, keep in mind that…