by Julie Thenell | Dec 28, 2024 | Health
‘Tis the season…for cranberries! Cranberries have their roots in Native American culture as a treatment for urinary tract infections (UTIs). Research corroborates the chemical and physiological benefits of cranberries for helping to keep the urinary tract...
by Julie Thenell | Dec 18, 2024 | Health
It’s no surprise that we are in the midst of a global mental health crisis. In the United States alone… Approximately 1 in 5 adults (57.8 million people) experienced mental illness in 2021. About 8.4% of adults have at least one major depressive episode in...
by Julie Thenell | Dec 8, 2024 | Nutrition
The holidays are here—a time for joy, celebration, and the inevitable abundance of treats. While enjoying seasonal delicacies is part of the festive experience, maintaining stable blood sugar levels is crucial for both immediate well-being and long-term health....
by Julie Thenell | Nov 28, 2024 | Health
Yes, I’ve been missing in action for the past several months. Not intentionally but by distraction. Amidst the distractions was a list of books I had on hold at the library, all of which came due about the same time. Oh, happy bookworming! Top four books on my...
by Julie Thenell | Sep 12, 2024 | Resilience
An exciting aspect of our world is the ever-changing landscape of health and nutrition. Scientists continue to explore how the body works, what it is capable of, and how best to support it. Take, for example, the vagus nerve. This peripheral nerve begins in the...
