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8 Ways to Stay on Track

Don’t let minor challenges in schedule de-rail your new found healthy habits with these 8 tips to stay on track and enjoy life!

  1. LOVE every minute. Don’t be so hard on yourself! Give yourself permission to eat something or do something that is not according to your plan. If you chose to indulge, do it, LOVE IT, and move on. All is not lost.
  2. Connect with your surroundings. Get outside and sit in the park. Re-decorate or de-clutter a room. Plant flowers and watch them grow. Take your shoes off and stand in the grass. Dr. Sinatra writes a really nice blog about why grounding (also known as earthing) can be beneficial for our health.
  3. Get up 10 minutes earlier. When was the last time you saw the sun rise or took 10 minutes for yourself in the morning? When we make time for ourselves, we are more productive and motivated throughout the day, and better able to help others at work or home.
  4. Take a walk. Get in the habit of taking a stroll in the morning with coffee or tea, during an afternoon lull, or after dinner. Not only will you get the cardiovascular benefits of exercise and the blood-sugar lowering effects (when you walk after a meal), but new research suggests it may also boost creativity. Stuck on a project at work? Feeling frustrated? Need to make a decision? Walking may be the answer!
  5. Learn something new. Learning a new skill helps to keep your brain young and can help with memory. Researchers have found this is particularly true in older adults who learn computer skills. Consider finding a class through the Chicago Park District, going to a craft store, or finding a distance learning class online.
  6. Plan ahead. Planning for just 10 minutes for the next day can ease stress and worry. Pick out your clothes, pack your lunch, have your bag packed by the door, set out your supplements on a plate. Seriously, challenge yourself to see how much day-ahead planning you can get done in 10 minutes. You will be surprised.
  7. Laugh more. According to the Mayo Clinic, laughter can help you relax. This is because a good laugh releases endorphins, can help calm your body’s stress response, and can even help stimulate blood circulation and muscle relaxation. Less stress = more motivation.
  8. Slow down. Enjoy the luxuries of life and take time to savor the present. The past cannot be changed and the future cannot be controlled. Be in the now.

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Estrogen dominance, or unopposed estrogen, is a th Estrogen dominance, or unopposed estrogen, is a theory in which the level of estrogen outweighs the level of progesterone and other hormones in the body. Picture a seesaw. Estrogen is the person high in the air looking down at the progesterone (and other hormones)- sitting at the other end with their feet on the ground.

Our bodies need estrogen for reproductive, cardiovascular, and bone health. Estrogen is a very important hormone! Too much estrogen, however, can be linked to an assortment of conditions like: 
- Heavy periods
- Migraines
- Water retention 
- Fibrocystic breasts
- Uterine fibroids 
- Endometriosis
- Mood swings 
- Hormonal weight gain

High estrogen can be caused by certain medications, excess body fat, stress, alcohol, liver issues, and synthetic xenoestrogens, so some dietary and lifestyle changes may be needed to correct your hormone levels. And, what about supporting the other hormones? Picture the seesaw again. We can support healthy progesterone production with dietary and lifestyle changes as well!

Was this helpful? If so – like, follow, and don’t forget to comment below any questions you have about estrogen dominance!
There are few health conditions as frustrating to There are few health conditions as frustrating to address and correct as acne.

Courses of antibiotics, dozens of topicals, spironolactone, supplements, and the birth control pill are the main treatments most of my patients have tried before they come to me. While some may be effective, you might be still wondering: is there a way to heal my skin once and for all and not have to use this stuff?

Acne is so frustrating for many because it seems like there are a million things you could be trying. So, what are some NATURAL first steps you can take if you are struggling with acne?

1) Get your hormone levels checked. Knowing if you have any hormone imbalances can help your doctor to cater your treatment plan to your specific needs.

2) Address your gut health. Your gut is the foundation of your health and can be closely tied to skin issues.

3) Try going dairy free. I’ve found this is one food group that can be especially problematic for people that suffer with acne. The thing to know is that you have to avoid it for at least 30 days and also that in the future, you can probably have at least some dairy back. It’s usually not a forever restriction.

If you have questions about your struggles with acne, leave a comment below or send me a DM. I’d love to chat about potential solutions and help you get to the bottom of your skin concerns.
It’s time for another Sunday Supplement highligh It’s time for another Sunday Supplement highlight! Today, we’re talking about Magnesium Glycinate.

Magnesium Glycinate is a supplement that increases magnesium levels. Magnesium is vital in regulating muscle and nerve function, blood sugar levels, and blood pressure. It may also be helpful in the making of bone, protein, and DNA. 

I love magnesium glycinate because it is one of the easiest forms of magnesium supplementation for the body to absorb. It is also gentle on the digestive tract which means it is less likely to cause undesirable side effects such as an upset stomach or loose stool. 

Magnesium glycinate might be especially helpful for you if you suffer from:
- High blood pressure or heart disease
- Type 2 diabetes
- Osteoporosis
- Migraine headaches
- Depression

Do you have more questions about magnesium glycinate? Leave a comment below, or shoot me a DM and we can chat!
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