Mind-Body Connection

someone wrestling with the unpredictable chaos of allergies or mast cell activation syndrome (MCAS), or maybe both. For about a year I’ve been battling a random assortment of allergy symptoms with the most disruptive being overwhelming itching, and dodging triggers that set my body into a spiral of inflammation. It’s exhausting, right? Antihistamines help, but they don’t fix the root cause. So, I’ve been digging into something new: bovine colostrum. Yep, that nutrient-packed

The truth is, there's a significant, well-documented link between how you position your head and body during sleep, the quality of that slee

Living with a chronic health condition is a constant battle, and it's not just a physical one. The invisible weight of stress can be just as

Work gives you purpose and social connection, while hobbies—like gardening, painting, or even pickleball—bring joy, relaxation, and a break from the grind. Together, they’re a powerhouse against the blues. And this wasn’t just a fluke—researchers adjusted for age, health, and lifestyle, and the combo still shone. Imagine that: a little side gig plus a weekend watercolor session could keep your mind brighter as you age.

The past nearly five years have ushered in unprecedented shifts in how we live and connect with the world. For many working adults who weathered the COVID-19 lockdowns, it’s tempting to brush those years aside as a strange blip, a memory best forgotten. But for adolescents and young adults, the pandemic didn’t just interrupt life—it reshaped it in ways we’re only beginning to understand. As we emerged from prolonged isolation, a new challenge surfaced: what I call "post-COVID

Even moderate amounts of walking can significantly lower your risk of depression. Studies show that just 75 minutes of brisk walking per wee

One fascinating area that's gaining traction is Photobiomodulation (PBM), particularly transcranial photobiomodulation (tPBM). This cutting-

This study followed three women, all in their early 40s, who had been trying to conceive for over two years without success. They’d faced multiple miscarriages, molar pregnancies, and unsuccessful IVF attempts—situations I know many women can relate to. What’s fascinating is how these women used red and near-infrared light therapy, applied through the skin, to boost their fertility. The results? All three welcomed healthy babies after treatment.