Monthly Archives: September 2015

Sleep Techniques

If your physical environment prevents you from getting a good nights rest, make your bedroom sleep-friendly and “Create a tranquil space for sleeping”. After moving to a downtown condo that overlooked a bright and very noisy street, I had to install blackout blinds and use an air conditioner to create a peaceful sleep environment. A […]
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Sleep Routines

In an article entitled “Beyond Memory: The Benefits of Sleep” in the October 2015 issue of Scientific American, Robert Stickgold states: “Taken together, the results of studies looking at the role of sleep in hormonal, immunological and memory functions suggest that if you do not get enough, you could-besides being very tired-wind up sick, overweight, […]
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Routines

Welcome to the official launch of the Well Healthy Ways blog! September is the beginning of autumn and of a new academic year for many.  For me, this month has always seemed like the beginning of a new year more so than January, since it signals the end of a more relaxed schedule and all […]
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Born to Move

Humans were born to move and the lack of physical activity is dangerous for our health. Going to the gym to exercise is not a preferred or realistic option for some people. Taking a daily power walk or a hike could be an alternative way to move it. The strategy, is finding those physical activities […]
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Well Healthy Ways

My life long interest in health and wellness, along with a focus on physical activity and healthy cooking and eating lead me to make a career transition. I would like to hear your wellness and health strengths and challenges and assist you in finding those well healthy ways that will lead to lasting positive lifestyle […]
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Take Care of You

Take care of yourself. Make your health and wellness a priority. Lifestyle is the “way” we live. Wellness and health is directly related to the choices we make every hour, of every day of every week. Through coach certification training with Real Balance Global Wellness Services, I learned that wellness is not static and health […]
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A Walk in the Woods

Taking a walk in the woods feeds my spirit. Scientific research has shown that there is a strong mind and body link. Stress and worry can lead to an upset stomach. Positive connections with others, physical activity and meditation can all reduce stress and improve the ability to deal with an illness or injury. In […]
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Cook and Eat

I love to cook and eat. I am not a food snob; I am a food lover. Give me food that looks, feels, smells and is real. I try to shop at farmer’s markets and local roadside produce stands, but I also enjoy cruising the aisles of a neighborhood grocery store for fresh, whole foods. […]
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