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Are you salty?
Hack: try taking an epsom salt bath to help relieve stress and body pain All you really have to do with this one is get in the tub and relax! What is an epsom salt bath? Simply put, it is a bath with epsom salt dissolved in it. “Epsom salt is one of many naturally […]
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Food = Mood
Life hack: keep a food diary/journal to track what food(s) may be causing issues As I’m sure many of you know, what we eat affects our health in significant ways. As daunting as it might sound, writing down everything that you eat in a day can be a very effective and practical tool in determining […]
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Aloe There!
Life Hack: drink aloe vera juice It’s not the most tasty drink out there, but the benefits are worth it: Loaded with antioxidants and minerals Can help skin treat skin conditions May benefit pre-diabetes treatment Can help with digestive issues Can help oral health flushes toxins out of body Boosts immunity Helps balance hormonal issues […]
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Exercise: Is less more?
Life Hack: Less is more when it comes to exercise and workouts if you have chronic fatigue In the years I was going from doctor to doctor in Mayo, the conclusion was that the reason I was so tired was because I wasn’t exercising enough. Now, of course exercise is extremely important and everyone needs […]
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Beet Kvass
Life Hack: Drink a glass of Beet Kvass every morning Beet Kvass is a fermented drink (not as gross as it sounds, I promise) that benefits liver, digestion, and heart health. I have been drinking a small glass of this every morning on an empty stomach for about two months and have seen some improvement […]
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Castor Oil Packs
Life hack: Castor oil packs What is a castor oil pack? It’s a piece of cloth soaked in castor oil that’s applied topically to the skin above the liver. What does it do? “Conditions that respond well to topical castor oil include:◌ General detoxification◌ Intestinal disorders: constipation, loose stools, poor elimination◌ Liver and gallbladder disorders: […]
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A glass of water a day keeps the doctor away
life hack: drink a full glass of water right away in the morning Of course it’s important to stay hydrated all day, but drinking water after you wake up has some nice benefits. Improves metabolism “If you are dieting, you know that just by drinking water on an empty stomach, you can increase your metabolic […]
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Introduction: start here
Disclaimer: everyone’s health journey is unique to them and what works for me won’t always work for you. This is not meant to replace treatment from your doctor or physician Years of going from doctor to doctor. Being discouraged by lots of unanswered questions. Waking up more tired than when you went to bed. Not having enough energy for the day, […]
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