Can You Handle the Truth?

A couple years ago I discovered a great book called One Word that will change your life. The book inspired me to create a one word theme for my personal and professional life. My word this year is Truth! As a chronic people pleaser, I sometimes avoid the truth. It’s not that I outright lie but it’s more I’m not being true to myself or being true to the person God called me to be. You truly cannot serve two masters; it’s either man or God. When you try to be all things to all people, you start to become someone you are not. And know, you may…

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What is gluten and the associated health issues?

Gluten is a compound protein that composes about 80% of the protein found in wheat, barley and rye. Gluten can be found in many things such as; chocolate, imitation crab (surimi), deli meats, soy sauce, and other sauces along with vitamins and even some toothpaste. Gluten is also used in caking agents, malt beverages and soups. If you have a gluten-sensitivity or Celiac's, you must read all labels. I have a gluten intolerance and have been gluten-free for years and still read labels. The 6 grains to avoid that contain gluten are: Wheat, Rye, Barley, Malt, Spelt and Oats (unless gluten-free), What is Gluten Sensitivity versus Celiac Disease? In general,…

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Understanding gluten sensitivity and symptoms

Understanding gluten sensitivity and symptoms

Gluten is a compound protein that composes about 80% of the protein found in wheat, barley, and rye. Gluten can be found in many things such as; chocolate, imitation crab (surimi), deli meats, soy sauce, and other sauces along with vitamins and even some toothpaste. Gluten is also used in anti-caking agents, malt beverages, and soups. If you have a gluten-sensitivity or Celiac disease, you must read all labels. I have gluten intolerance and have been gluten-free for years and still read labels. The 6 grains to avoid that contain gluten are Wheat, Rye, Barley, Malt, Spelt and Oats (unless gluten-free), What is Gluten Sensitivity versus Celiac disease?…

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Why you won’t see me wearing a fitness tracker

Technology, for the most part, is great! It has changed the way we act, think, communicate and yes, it has even changed the way we track our physical activity; but have we crossed the line? Could the popularity of these fitness tracking devices actually put your health at risk? The answer is a big, resounding YES! I continually remind people, especially women (and their children), not to sleep with their cell phones next to their head or keep it on their body constantly; and now, someone creates a device that is made to be worn 24/7, even while sleeping! It’s important to understand that ALL wireless and electronic…

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Why Naturopathy is of value and 5 simples steps to afford it. 

“Naturopathic medicine is a distinct primary health care profession, emphasizing prevention, treatment, and optimal health through the use of therapeutic methods and substances that encourage individuals’ inherent self-healing process. The practice of naturopathic medicine includes modern and traditional, scientific, and empirical methods.” (naturopathic.org) In the state of Indiana, doctors of Naturopathy are not permitted to be licensed. Therefore, Naturopathic doctors are not covered by insurance. We also do not treat, diagnose or cure disease.  Our mission is to educate and empower you in the area of health and healing. If you are new to Naturopathy or unclear of the difference between Allopathy and Naturopathy, it may be difficult…

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2 Simple Ways to Love Your Body

So often, we get caught up in loving everyone else—our kids, our spouse, our family and friends—that we forget to love ourself. Take a moment and visualize how that would look—if you loved yourself. How would your outside look? How would your inside look? What if I told you two simple things you could do to love yourself and change your overall appearance from the inside out? Would you do it? The two simple changes you will need to make involve eliminating genetically modified foods and increasing your intake of whole, clean foods, such as fruits and vegetables. Stop eating genetically modified foods because these foods are linked…

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My Journey through a Toxic World: Part 1

by guest writer Angela StClair After Dr. Bonnie Schnautz ND suggested I read the New York Times article “The Lawyer Who Became DuPont’s Worst Nightmare,” I was appalled, saddened, and ready to spark an awareness that impacts positive change to our environment and our bodies! This lawyer committed 16 years of his life to expose a company’s use of the harmful chemical PFOA. The company, Dupont, knowingly used PFOA for over 5 decades, despite it making employees and community members sick. “Perfluorooctanoic acid (PFOA), also known as C8, is another man-made chemical. PFOA has the potential to be more of a health concern because it can stay in…

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Top 10 Ways to Maintain Your Optimal Weight Without Ever Dieting

I've maintained my optimal weight for at least the past six years. This, by the way, is the same as my high-school weight, which isn't bad for a woman 50+ years young! Hopefully, by sharing the tips and strategies that helped me over the years, you, too, can experience your own success story. We all know there is no “one size fits all” in weight-loss which is why we recommend nutritional testing. If you’ve attempted these strategies or just want to expedite the weight-loss process, give us a call. We love to help people ready to begin a journey to wellness, women and men alike. In your quest…

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Great Career Opportunity for a Health & Wellness Consultant

Do you live a natural healthy lifestyle? Do you have a strong passion to motivate others to live a naturally healthy lifestyle?       B Renewed has a tremendous opportunity for you. B Renewed is growing and is searching for the right person to promote a culture of health and wellness to our clients.  To join our team you must be knowledgeable and compassionate about health and wellness. The candidate must also possess strong interpersonal and clerical skills. The successful candidate must have a 2 or 4 year degree in a health related field or a wellness certificate from the health or fitness industry with at least…

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Top 10 Ways to Kick Colds & Flu Forever

Colds, flu, and sinus infections have been a part of history for our family. For me, it has been over 15 years since I've experienced any of these unpleasant conditions. Some of the benefits of less sick time include more quality time with my family, productive time in my business, hundreds of dollars saved in toxic over-the-counter and prescription medications and much less misery in general! Obviously there are no guarantees but these are things that have worked for me and many others have experienced the same success. I don't buy into the germ theory as I'm around sick people quite often. And, if this theory were true, then why…

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