For some, Christmas means heartache.
The holidays. For most people it means a joyous time, overflowing with family gatherings, beautiful decorations, wonderful gifts, food and drink, and revered memories of our own childhood. It’s a special time for love, intimacy, and matters of the heart.
Sad as it may be, “tis the season to be jolly” is not a welcome refrain for a high percentage of the population. For those of us who have experienced the loss of a loved one, divorce, rejection, abandonment, or betrayal, the holiday season can further intensify feelings… Continue reading Categories
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Tis the Season to Be Jolly…Or Not?
December 24th, 2010For some, Christmas means heartache.
The holidays. For most people it means a joyous time, overflowing with family gatherings, beautiful decorations, wonderful gifts, food and drink, and revered memories of our own childhood. It’s a special time for love, intimacy, and matters of the heart.
Sad as it may be, “tis the season to be jolly” is not a welcome refrain for a high percentage of the population. For those of us who have experienced the loss of a loved one, divorce, rejection, abandonment, or betrayal, the holiday season can further intensify feelings… Continue reading Have a Stress-Free Labor Day
September 3rd, 2010
Enjoy some of my favorite easy recipes for summer's last holiday weekend.
Whether you're vacationing over Labor Day or fleeing hurricane Earl, make sure your last summer getaway is as free of stress as possible.
Stormy seas aren't the only concern for beach goers. Poor water quality—in our ocean, rivers, and lakes—can lead to GI distress, as well as ear and respiratory infections. West Coast beaches have had shark alerts, parasites often infest fresh water, and flying Asian carp can put a damper on Great Lakes swimming.
No matter where you're spending the weekend… Continue reading No Worries, B Happy
July 2nd, 2010
The right vitamins relieve depression and diabetes.
B vitamins, those water-soluble nutrients, have been popping up in the news lately—for good reason. For starters, they're essential to metabolism and help relieve irritability and nervous tension.
New research in the American Journal of Clinical Nutrition following 3,500 Chicagoans over 65 years of age for 7 years finds that increasing vitamins B-6 and B-12 boost mood. Specifically, every 10 mg increase in B-6 (pyridoxine) and every added 10 mcg of B-12 (cobalamin) decreased depressive symptoms by 2% in this population. "Our results support the hypotheses… Continue reading A New Secret Weapon at the Pentagon
June 7th, 2010
Can aromatherapy relieve post-traumatic stress, anxiety, and restore vigor?
A number of studies—including placebo-controlled clinical trials—suggest the use of essential oils, or aromatherapy, as an effective alternative treatment for stress.
Recent Brazilian research with rats—animals with many brain functions similar to those of humans—supports aromatherapy's tranquilizing power. And most experts discount placebo effects in animals since they're unable to understand or believe in healing results, as people may do when they're given treatments.
In May, Defense Secretary Robert Gates announced that the U. S. military was trying aromatherapy with the growing number of personnel suffering… Continue reading Detox Your Emotions and Combat Stress
May 7th, 2010
Yoga, deep breathing, and letting go can be a big help.
Is there anyone who doesn't feel stressed out these days? Political unrest and environmental pollution are all over the news. Even if you turn off the TV or talk radio, you're still bombarded from the Internet or your smartphone.
A recent review of research into the effects of acute and chronic stress clearly—and consistently—identifies the damage it does to the immune system and cardiovascular health.
First, stress impacts endothelial (the inner lining of the blood vessels) function and the way the body responds to… Continue reading Educate Yourself In Health And Wellness
March 23rd, 2009
I am just returning from beautiful Vancouver, WA, just across the Columbia River from Portland, OR where I had the opportunity to address hundreds of health care practitioners at the Nutritional Therapy Association (NTP) Conference. My keynote address, "Are You a Copperhead? The Surprising Connection Between Copper and Mental Health" was received with great interest!
As I did last week I would like to share another great resource with you, especailly for any who are considering furthering their pursuit of education in health and wellness.
The Nutritional Therapy Association, Inc. is an independent vocational school based in Olympia, Washington. NTA trains practitioners… Continue reading
Give Yourself a Gift – Live in the Present
December 29th, 2008
Another new year will dawn this week. The most important piece of advice I can share with you has nothing to do with diet and exercise, interestingly enough. Its all about living in the present because I firmly believe that "where your attention goes, there goes your energy."
Each day we have a specific amount of energy that seems to be allotted to us. If our attention is fixated on worrying about the future, concern about the economy or is fixated on the past and the "good old days," then there is much less pure energy left to use right here… Continue reading
Suffering from SAD?
November 17th, 2008
Now that the days are getting shorter and the holidays are right around the corner, many of us should be happy – but sadly SAD – seasonal affective disorder is also a reality. Trying to get as much natural light as possible is one solution as well as a product that has helped me sail through the holiday season with ease...
What am I referring to? The legendary Ultra H-3, a procaine-based supplement that has been featured in newsletters and my books for the past decade.
The use of procaine therapy today is important—especially during this holiday season… Continue reading
Stressed Out? Your Adrenals May Need a Boost
September 22nd, 2008Good Morning Gang:
Well, thank you all for your participation last Thursday evening. We had close to 100 people on the call - the capacity for the conference line. The next call will be announced shortly - perhaps this week - if we can obtain the "line" and this time, I will be able to block out all extraneous background noise so that the call will go even more smoothly.
I will also suggest that you email in your questions directly during the call so that I can take even more of them and get to as many people as possible.
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Visionary, health guru, diet/detox expert, author, spokesperson, role model, and natural foods icon, Ann Louise Gittleman has always been a trendsetter. 
