Category: Lifestyle

The Food Pyramid & Fighting Against The Grain

Dr. John Poothullil

Reading Time: 4 minutesShould I eat according to the 2023 Food Pyramid?  The first Food Pyramid was created in the 1970s in Sweden by a special committee to suggest nutritionally balanced meals at a reasonable cost. In 1992, the United States Department of Agriculture (USDA) introduced a Food Pyramid to recommend servings of each food group, which previous guides did not do.  The 2023 Food Pyramid modified the recommendations in an attempt to improve the health of Americans who continued to experience increasing incidences of cardiovascular diseases and Type 2 diabetes.  For example,…

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Ready for Your Daylight Savings Time Hangover?

Wendy Bjork

Reading Time: 3 minutes  Welcome to the latest episode of Unlocking Your Greatness with Wendy Bjork. As an international bestselling author, nationally syndicated columnist, inspirational speaker and founder of heartsofwellness.com, it is my mission to empower women to build a strong Foundation of Wellbeing: One Whole-istic™ Step at a Time.  To feel HOPE: harmony, options, peace and empowerment to help others along the way.   How Does Daylight Saving Time Harm Your Health?   The bi-annual switch to daylight saving time can disrupt your body’s natural sleep cycle, causing grogginess, mood swings and other…

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Medicaid Requirements and a Lesson Learned

Nancy Poland

Reading Time: 4 minutesOn October 17, 2024, The Price of Business posted a talk called “Medicaid and the Five-Year Lookback Period – A Must Know.”  I gave this talk to educate people about Medicaid, and to divert families from a disaster like the fictional Tom in the narrative.  It is under eight minutes and worth listening to so your family can avoid a similar crisis. As a follow-up, this article tells a personal story about Medicaid, along with helpful links. Medicaid is not to be confused with “Medicare,” the U.S. government healthcare plan…

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Reclaiming Your Worth: The Importance of Self-Compassion

Wendy Bjork

Reading Time: 4 minutes  Welcome to the latest episode of Unlocking Your Greatness with Wendy Bjork. As an international bestselling author, nationally syndicated columnist, inspirational speaker and founder of heartsofwellness.com, it is my mission to empower women to build a strong Foundation of Wellbeing: One Whole-istic™ Step at a Time.  To feel HOPE: harmony, options, peace and empowerment to help others along the way.   Steps for Harnessing Self-Compassion for Better Wellbeing  Nurturing Yourself begins with your decision to embark on an Inner Journey.   Cultivating Kindness Within for a Healthier You. Prioritize You: Unlocking Benefits…

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Can a Higher Self Belief Improve Your Health?

Wendy Bjork

Reading Time: 3 minutes  Welcome to the latest episode of Unlocking Your Greatness with Wendy Bjork. As an international bestselling author, nationally syndicated columnist, inspirational speaker and founder of heartsofwellness.com, it is my mission to empower women to build a strong Foundation of Wellbeing: One Whole-istic™ Step at a Time.  To feel HOPE: harmony, options, peace and empowerment to help others along the way.   Kintsugi and Healing Your Body The ancient Japanese art of mending broken pottery with gold is more than just a beautiful technique—it’s a metaphor for healing your body and accepting…

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The Cumulative Effect of Small Unhealthy Habits

DMUSA News

Reading Time: 3 minutesIt’s often the small, seemingly insignificant habits that add up over time and lead to long-term health consequences. Whether it’s grabbing a sugary snack here and there or skipping your workout “just this once,” these decisions may seem harmless at the moment but can have a compounding effect on your well-being. We often don’t think of these small choices as dangerous because they don’t show immediate results. However, over time, consistent neglect in areas such as diet, exercise, or sleep can build into much bigger problems, including chronic fatigue, weight…

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Why Is Living in Chaos So Addicting?

Wendy Bjork

Reading Time: 5 minutes  Welcome to the latest episode of Unlocking Your Greatness with Wendy Bjork. As an international bestselling author, nationally syndicated columnist, inspirational speaker and founder of heartsofwellness.com, it is my mission to empower women to build a strong Foundation of Wellbeing: One Whole-istic™ Step at a Time.  To feel HOPE: harmony, options, peace and empowerment to help others along the way.   Are People In Your World Sending You Into Overdrive?   In the hustling rhythm of modern life, it’s easy to get your body’s stress response stuck in overdrive. The sympathetic…

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Public Speaking Excellence: How To Amp Up Your Presentation Skills

DMUSA News

Reading Time: 3 minutesBy Peggy Sealfon, BCHC      Public speaking is one of the most powerful ways to connect, persuade, and inspire others. However, it can also be a source of anxiety and stress for many. Whether you’re speaking to a room full of people, presenting on Zoom, or giving a toast at a wedding, the ability to communicate effectively is essential. Great speakers aren’t born, they’re made—and with the right techniques, you can amp up your presentation skills to become a confident, engaging public speaker. In this article, we’ll explore key strategies…

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Setting Boundaries for Better Mental Health

Wendy Bjork

Reading Time: 3 minutes  Welcome to the latest episode of Unlocking Your Greatness with Wendy Bjork. As an international bestselling author, nationally syndicated columnist, inspirational speaker and founder of heartsofwellness.com, it is my mission to empower women to build a strong Foundation of Wellbeing: One Whole-istic™ Step at a Time.  To feel HOPE: harmony, options, peace and empowerment to help others along the way.   How to Set Boundaries With People Close to You Boundaries help you feel comfortable and safe, even when dealing with people close to you. They can also prevent you from…

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Is Your Credit on Ice Yet?

Wendy Bjork

Reading Time: 3 minutes  Welcome to the latest episode of Unlocking Your Greatness with Wendy Bjork. As an international bestselling author, nationally syndicated columnist, inspirational speaker and founder of heartsofwellness.com, it is my mission to empower women to build a strong Foundation of Wellbeing: One Whole-istic™ Step at a Time.  To feel HOPE: harmony, options, peace and empowerment to help others along the way.   In an era when data breaches have become alarmingly common, protecting your identity is an essential task. Many consumers, sadly, have experienced the consequences of a data breach: unauthorized credit…

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