By Susan Tanner, MD – complete article written originally for and found at SinusitisWellness.com. It is well recognized that sleep, or lack thereof, impacts the brain and body in myriad ways that may range from improvement and recovery in physical fitness, to insulin resistance and metabolic function, to illness prevention and healing, to overall brain function and the ability…

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Okay, I can hear the audible groans! A key question I have always asked my patients is, “Do you exercise regularly? If yes, how much and what type?” This question was never meant to shame anyone but truly is every bit as important as identifying their current symptoms, health history and medications and supplements being taken.…

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In Sleep and Stress – Part 1 I talked about how important sleep is to restoring and repairing our bodies, and why we should devote ourselves to optimal sleeping in the best ways we can.   Our bodies are designed to be active during the day and rest at night. Our modern lifestyle keeps us up…

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Why is sleep so important? We have many stressors in our life, and for the most part, healthy stress strengthens our immune system. We all know someone who thrives on a full and busy schedule. And then there are those folks who fall apart when just one more thing gets added to their busy day. Most of us…

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With so many different dietary plans out there, how are you supposed to know how to eat? Or what to eat? Ketogenic, Paleo, Low carb? Have you tried one or two, but still aren’t sure how to really integrate it into your busy life? And, one size doesn’t fit all. We can answer your questions…

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Far Infrared Sauna (FIRS) and Its Use in Detoxification, Health, and Fitness There is an abundance of medical studies which have looked at the chemical and toxic burdens our bodies carry as a result of environmental exposures. We are being increasingly exposed to a whole range of new chemicals. In the last fifty years, it has been…

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With longer workdays and increased work pressures, it can be difficult to find time to exercise throughout a busy work week. And it’s pretty normal to look forward to an active fun-filled weekend. After all, that’s what inspired the famous acronym TGIF. But when some people are inactive during the week and then too active…

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If you are looking for a way to optimize your health, wellness coaching is your answer. Whether you are wondering how to improve your sleep, well-being, fitness level, energy, and eating, or hoping to manage stress levels, a wellness coach has your back.  The Body Nexus offers this coaching support to help you meet your…

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