Messy Wellness

Do you ever find yourself bombarded with bio hack techniques every time you scroll through social media or the internet? Some of them may seem enticing, promising quick results in your journey to better health. But before you dive headfirst into the world of biohacking, it's essential to have a reality check. None of these techniques will get you to your end goal faster if you haven't built a soli...

Let’s dive into the topic of vitamin D, exploring what it is, its role in the body, and practical ways to ensure we get to optimal levels. Vitamin D, although classified as a vitamin, functions more like a hormone, by regulating bodily functions. Unfortunately, many individuals are found to be deficient in this vital nutrient. First I need to point out that Vitamin D is a fat-soluble vitamin and a...

Let’s chat about the impact of stress and how to mitigate it. When we look at health from a holistic point of view we need to look at all aspects that affect our health. Too often we focus only on nutrition and exercise. It is important to not only look at but address the outside influences that can impact our health. The stress we experience from external influences like work, family, and life in...

Are you tired of starting diets and exercise routines only to fall back into old habits shortly thereafter? One of the main reasons for this struggle is not having your brain fully on board with your health goals. Your mindset plays a crucial role in achieving long-term success. Let’s explore how to get your brain in the game and stay committed to your health journey, especially when faced with ch...

Sleep is the ultimate power-up for your health.  Let's explore the wonderful world of the power of sleep. You might think of sleep as a luxury, but it's actually a necessity for our bodies. Quality sleep is like a secret weapon that can unlock numerous benefits for your health and well-being. So, let's dive in and discover why sleep is a crucial piece of the health puzzle and how you can improve t...

Many people underestimate the profound impact of their food on their overall health. Let's explore the significance of food and its profound influence on our well-being. Discover how daily encounters with food can shape our health outcomes and learn to make informed choices for optimal nutrition. Gain insights into the power of whole real foods and their positive impact on our bodies. By understan...

Holistic health is a term that is often used, but its true meaning and implications can sometimes be misunderstood. Many associate it solely with clean eating, meditation, yoga, or metaphysical practices, but it encompasses much more than that. Holistic health encompasses various dimensions of well-being and emphasizes the interconnectedness of physical, mental, emotional, social, and spiritual as...

Today I wanted to take some time and talk about identity, where what you eat becomes your identity. Now, I'm not saying you identify as broccoli, that's not quite what I'm saying. There are certain styles of eating and we call them ways of eating that are very beneficial and very healthy. And a lot of people find lots of success with them. But when they stop finding fast success and they start sli...

Hello friends!  We are going to continue on our last episode's talk of healthy weight. We talked last time about being healthy enough to participate in life without worrying necessarily about what we look like doing it, but there's a little bit more to that. We want to be healthy. So it's not just a matter of being able to do things, it's a matter of making sure that we can continue to do things t...

Today I want to talk about healthy weight, what that means, and I have something for you to think about. So we're gonna start with something to think about. Did you know your enjoyment of life is determined by how you actually participate in it, not how you look doing it. So let's break this down a little cuz it does have to do with the healthy weight. You can be as skinny as you want. If you're f...

Welcome to Holistic Health Made Simple Podcast.  Like you, I was sick and tired of being sick and tired. I  wanted off the diet roller coaster. And was beyond confused, overwhelmed, and frustrated with all the conflicting diet and health information. Nothing I did ever worked no matter how hard I tried.  Do you feel me? Do you wish there was a simple solution to get you healthier, smaller, and hav...