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Integrative Dermatology is relatively new in Western countries despite existing for thousands of years. This kind of dermatology complements existing medical practices with alternative healing modalities that make use of Traditional Chinese Medicine, herbs, and acupuncture, to name a...
I had the chance to sit down and chat with Research Microbiologist Kiran Krishnan about Probiotics in this podcast episode of the Less Stressed Life show.
It was such an insightful discussion on microbiomes, the role of bacteria in building our immune system and how different spore-based...
"And when you think about the things that you would have missed out on because you didn't take the initiative to do something about your health and this one life that we have to live, uh, it really it really puts things into perspective." - Helen Eimers, RN.
This episode is...
What is the Less Stressed Life Podcast show?
It's all about YOU and how you can start feeling awesome about your life, health, and happiness. Episode number one is all about the origin story of this podcast show and how I was able to figure out why I wanted to share what I knew as an...
Fascinating discussion about trending medicinal mushrooms: lion's mane, chaga, cordyceps for focus, nutrition, food prep and more. Plus where to buy and what to look out for when you're perusing the market from long time shroom expert and producer Jeff Chilton.
The discovery of sheet pan dinners is life changing. You can literally take any protein, combine it with any veggie, mix it all up with any sauce or seasoning, toss it in the oven, and have a complete dinner in under an hour. There's something so satisfying about pulling a complete meal out...
What are the differences between food sensitivities, intolerances, and allergies?
Food Allergy
A food allergy is an immune reaction to food. In other words, your body’s immune system identifies a specific food as an invader and reacts accordingly by producing antibodies to protect you.
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While genetics definitely play a role in eye health, lifestyle also plays a huge role! Especially when you take into account sitting in front of a screen all day at work.
Take a quick recap of your day and ask yourself: How much time did you spend on your computer or phone today? In today's day...
Last weekend I was at a dietitian mastermind business retreat in San Diego. Our coach set up a yoga practice on the beach that was unlike any other yoga practice with a teacher and breath coach named Luke. He took us through a series of breathing patterns at the end of yoga in a sequence called...
If your holidays were anything like mine, you were a little out of routine, shorter on sleep and chowing down on the carbs on the buffet. And it was all glorious until the ol' immune system said "enough!" At least that’s what mine said after several days of the above scenario.
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12-MINUTE BREATHWORK SESSION FOR BLOAT & FOOD SENSITIVITIES
If you ever feel bloated for no reason or react to random foods, this 12-minute breathing exercise is for you.
This short recording combines several healing modalities, including an intentional breath pattern that signals relaxation to the vagus nerve. This can improve digestive function and immune health, which impacts food reactions, along with many other benefits.
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Breathwork should never be done while driving or in water. Ask your doctor if you have a serious medical condition.