by Life Integrative | Apr 20, 2020 | April 2020, Natural Medicine
It is always tempting to consult Google or social media for the latest and greatest in natural medicine, but a reminder that natural does not always mean safe. Natural medicine, and in particular, the use of herbs and vitamins, is not without contraindications and...
by Life Integrative | Apr 8, 2020 | April 2020, Heart Health
Foods For Heart Health The foods we eat (and don’t eat!) can have a significant impact on our heart health. Aim for real, whole foods, cooked at home whenever possible, while limiting processed and packaged foods. In the words of Michael Pollan, “If it’s a plant, eat...
by Life Integrative | Mar 24, 2020 | Massage Therapy, Mental Health, Uncategorized
“As an RMT I always have to be on top of caring for my body. If I fall behind on self-care, minor injuries and aches creep up and may affect my ability to work. Most of my workouts at the gym involve core activation activities. My target...
by Life Integrative | Mar 19, 2020 | Uncategorized
We are in pandemic status and understandably, we are all feeling pretty damn anxious about it. Fear of the unknown and the inherent lack of control in all of it will do that to you. So how do you keep anxiety low in a situation like this? My view, focus on what you...
by Life Integrative | Feb 27, 2020 | February 2020, Nutrition
Things can get pretty complicated pretty quickly when it comes to our diets. There’s so much info out there that it can feel overwhelming and difficult to know what’s “good” and “bad” for us.This quote from @michael.pollan is a nice reminder to keep things...