Health + Wellness

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Choosing Wisely: The Shopper’s Guide to the Dirty Dozen and Clean Fifteen 

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As we embark on our journey toward a healthier and more spiritual life, it is vital that we make informed choices about the food we bring into our homes and how it aligns with our values of wellness. The Environmental Working Group (EWG) annually releases two crucial lists for health-conscious shoppers like us—the “Dirty Dozen” and the “Clean Fifteen.” These lists, updated every year, help us discern the fruits and vegetables that are most and least contaminated with pesticide residues, guiding us in making choices that honor our bodies. 

Unlocking the Power of Epigenetics:

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Did you know that a family history of conditions such as cancer or dementia doesn’t automatically dictate your health future? The concept that our genes determine our health is outdated, thanks to advancements in the field of epigenetics. This promising area of study demonstrates how our behaviors and environment can profoundly impact gene activity. 

Healthy & Unhealthy Relationships Affect Our Mental, Emotional, and Physical Health 

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Healthy relationships with family, friends, parents, siblings, cousins, or co-workers play a vital role in our lives and are part of a healthy lifestyle. But not all relationships are healthy or good for us. An unhealthy relationship can add tension, lead to feeling distracted, and reduce our productivity at school or work.  

Exercise – The Burner and Builder

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Exercise burns calories and builds muscle and bones. It is a necessity for good health at any stage in life, especially for senior citizens. Many health problems faced by older people might have been avoided if exercise had been part of a daily routine. Any movement burns calories. I could write a weight loss book in one sentence: “If you burn more calories than you take in, you will lose weight,” end of book. I coauthored  Lose the Weight, and Keep the Faith, with Nick Gaglione, a fitness trainer.  “Cut and burn” was the crux of our message. If you cut calories and burn calories through purposeful exercising you will lose weight. To lose a pound a week, you must burn 3500 calories more than you consume.