Did you know that there are over 80,000 synthetic chemicals in commercial products? That means that every day, we are bombarded by toxic chemicals and ingredients that could be (or rather are most likely) wreaking havoc on our bodies. This week on Mamavation TV, we’ll be talking about practical strategies to remove the toxins from…
Most of us grew up with sugar as a reward: a cookie for good behavior, some candy for a job well done. And most of our kids associate sugar with parties, carnivals, and fun. From that morning cup of coffee to that glass of wine with dinner, sugar can be right beside us all day…
Stress. The word itself holds so many connotations that we probably get stressed just thinking or talking about it. This past Monday night, we were joined by Dr. Kathy Gruver of The Alternative Medicine Cabinet who provided us with really great tips to reduce your stress levels. Too often, we worry about things we cannot…
How much do you work? Too much? How stressed are you? Extremely? When our bodies and minds are under stress from working too much or taking on too many responsibilities, we can be what’s considered over-worked. Our immune systems can begin to shut down, and then we get sick. This week on Mamavation TV, we’re…
This week on Mamavation TV, we discussed the gut. If you’re suffering from gas, bloating, and other not-so-pleasurable issues in your digestive tract, chances are that the problem starts in your gut. Dr. Jean Layton was our guest, and she gave quite a bit of insight as to why and how our gut is so…
Does your stomach cause you problems? Do you often wonder if your digestive system is causing more problems than just gas and bloating? If you suffer from multiple ailments, it could be that your body is screaming out to you to heal your gut! This week on Mamavation TV, we’ll be talking about how to heal…
Pee-pocalypse (Or how I learned to love the Naturepedic Mattress Protector Pad) Disclosure – while Naturepedic is a client of ours we purchased all of their products that we use on our bed. Much like Superman, I have a fortress of solitude. It’s called my bed. Just like a fish needs water, I need my…
This week on Mamavation TV, we spoke with Mamavation Dietitian Corinne Dobbas (find her at CorinneDobbas.com) and Sarah Koszyk (find her at SarahKoszyk.com) on the topic of emotional eating. Eating in response to emotions is a very real problem that many people are facing, but Corinne and Sarah have the expertise to help us learn…
Childhood obesity is a troubling and growing trend across the world. According to the American Heart Association, “about one in three American kids and teens is overweight or obese, nearly triple the rate in 1963.” One in three! How did America get here so quickly? What can we do to stop this explosion in childhood obesity?…
Do you struggle with the choices you make when eating? Have you ever thought that you were an “emotional eater” because you find yourself eating more during stressful or emotional times? On our next Mamavation TV show, we’re going to talk about reasons behind why you might end up as emotional eater and tips for…