Signs of Dehydration

Signs of Dehydration

Signs of Dehydration What are the most common signs of dehydration? As summer is approaching, I want to reinforce the need for you to drink water continually.  Carry it with you when you run to grocery store, at your desk at work, running a quick errand, and especially doing anything outdoors. Do not wait until you are thirsty. Dehydration occurs when your body loses more fluids than it takes in. Recognizing the signs of dehydration is crucial, as it can lead to serious health complications if left untreated. Here are some of the top signs of dehydration: Thirst: Feeling thirsty is one of the earliest indicators of dehydration.…

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What are Medicinal Herbs?

What are Medicinal Herbs? 1. What are herbs? Herbs are the highest quality food known to man containing vitamins, minerals and trace elements in natural balance and harmony. 2. Why use herbs? It is our sincere belief that our Creator put herbs upon the earth the maintain and restore health. We believe that herbs get to the cause of health problems. 3. Are there side effects with using herbs? No, but some people experience a cleansing action on the body when first using herbs (such as nausea, diarrhea, aches, etc.) It is this detoxifying process that helps bring the body into a state of health. 4. Do I…

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No Sodium Taco Seasoning

No Sodium Taco Seasoning

No Sodium Taco Seasoning Finding no sodium taco seasoning in the store is almost impossible. So I decided to start making my own that contains real ingredients only.  Also, you'll know that this seasoning does NOT contain preservatives and unsafe additives, dairy or whey that the store-bought packets often do. This is an ingredient list and nutritional facts of a conventional taco seasoning packet. The sodium is 16% (yikes) plus whey (What the label doesn't tell you: hormones, antibiotics, GMOs, glyphosate) and potato starch (more GMOs and glyphosate). The levels are only assuming you eat two tacos. Each time you make a healthier choice, you are protecting your…

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Bach Flower Remedies

Bach Flower Remedies

Bach Flower Remedies Cultivating Clarity and Confidence for a Balanced Mind The Connection Between Physical and Mental Health Did you know that our physical health and mental wellbeing are closely intertwined? They work hand in hand, each affecting the other in a delicate balance. Exploring Emotional Healing through CNHP Training During my training as a Certified Natural Health Professional (CNHP), a significant part of the curriculum delved into the intriguing realm of emotional healing. I was particularly captivated by the concepts of energy and frequency, specifically the Bach Flower Remedies. Creating Custom Remedies for Personal Emotional Challenges In our class, we had the unique opportunity to create our…

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A Remedy for Clarity and a Decisive Confident Mind

A Remedy for Clarity and a Decisive Confident Mind Fact:  Your body’s physical health is interconnected and cannot be separated from your body’s mental health. One affects the other. A large portion of my CNHP training last week focused on the emotional aspect of healing which I found absolutely fascinating.  I learned about energy and frequency and specifically about Bach Flower Remedies.  Our class was able to create our own remedy that addressed our personal emotional challenges. ( Making the remedies took me back to my days as a lab technician working for Bristol-Myers Squibb.)  It was so much fun and empowering to learn additional ways to take charge of…

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Dr. Bonnie’s Black Bean Burgers

2 cups cooked or 1 can (15 ounces) undrained black beans 1/2 medium onion, chopped 1-2 cloves of chopped garlic 1/8 c jalapeno peppers, chopped 1/2 tsp of red pepper flakes 1/2 tsp of cumin 1/4 tsp sage 1 tsp oregano 1/2 tsp chili powder 1/2 tsp paprika 1 cup gluten-free dry bread crumbs or gluten-free quick oats 1 egg, beaten 1/4 cup fine ground yellow cornmeal (non GMO) 2 tablespoons coconut or other heat stable oil 1 . Place beans, onions, jalapenos and garlic in food processor or blender. Cover and process until slightly mashed; remove from food processor. Mix beans, chilies, bread crumbs and egg. Shape mixture…

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Bonnie’s Black Bean Burgers

Bonnie’s Black Bean Burgers
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2 cups cooked or 1 can (15 ounces) undrained black beans 1/2 medium onion, chopped 1-2 cloves of chopped garlic 1/8 c jalapeno peppers, chopped 1/2 tsp of red pepper flakes 1/2 tsp of cumin 1/4 tsp sage 1 tsp oregano 1/2 tsp chili powder 1/2 tsp paprika 1 cup gluten-free dry bread crumbs or gluten-free quick oats 1 egg, beaten 1/4 cup fine ground yellow cornmeal (non GMO) 2 tablespoons coconut or other heat stable oil 1 . Place beans, onions, jalapenos and garlic in food processor or blender. Cover and process until slightly mashed; remove from food processor. Mix beans, chilies, bread crumbs and egg. Shape mixture…

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Pinch me, I’m dreaming.

Pinch me, I’m dreaming. It is only Day 2 of 8 of my CNHP (Certified Natural Health Professional) training and I’m beyond words with what I have experienced. I can’t decide which is more incredible, the training or the people I've met. And yes, I’m already getting so attached to these people in two days. But, when you are spending 8-12 hours a day, it’s hard not to. My roommate has already dubbed me the “social bee” which she tells me she greatly admires. She says in her sweet Hispanic voice that, “she is working on it” (becoming more social). I have met so many beautiful people like…

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The Arrival

The Arrival The day has finally arrived and I am excited beyond measure.  I train for 8 straight days (many 12 hour days) in Indianapolis to complete my certification as a Natural Health Professional.  I’ll be surrounded by amazing instructors and students from all over the world.  This will signify another important phase of my incredible journey as a wellness professional.  I can’t even imagine the doors that this will open with the education I receive not only from the instructors but from my fellow students/colleagues.  My new business cards have already been printed so my only option is to succeed.  It was an uneventful drive to Indianapolis…

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The Time Management and Cancer Correlation

The Time Management and Cancer Correlation First Things First is a self-help book by Stephen Covey  focused on time management and holistic life balance.  This 1995 book has always played an important part of my life as I try to live by the philosophy it teaches of sorting tasks and projects into Quadrants. This diagram has been a part of my planner for years to review daily (or at least that is my goal!). Reviewing this page today revealed a perfect analogy between cancer (or other health issues) and time management. Most of us spend our life in Quadrant III which is considered the Not Urgent and Not Important projects or…

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