Big Sky Integrative Health

08/11/2025

"Unlike traditional saunas, which can use everything from hot stones to electrical heaters, infrared saunas warm the body through infrared light emitted by lamps. “Infrared light penetrates deeply into the body's tissues, reaching muscles, joints, and deeper structures,” says Bjørn Ekeberg, co-founder and CEO of Recharge Health, the company behind FlexBeam, a portable infrared-light device. “At a cellular level, infrared energy increases circulation by dilating blood vessels and improves oxygen delivery to tissues, enhancing cellular metabolism and repair. This leads to reduced inflammation, relief from muscle and joint pain, and improved tissue healing.”"

Everything You Need to Know About Using an Infrared Sauna for Workout Recovery and Performance

08/09/2025

"Monotasking can help us accomplish more with less stress, and often with more clarity, quality, and focus. It comes down to using our attention, and ultimately our energy, with intention.

As you rebuild your ability to monotask, eventually, the urge to multitask will subside, and that’s when you’ll know you’re gaining back some control of your own attention. Your brain will thank you."

Feel pulled in a million directions? Deep breaths. Monotasking may be just what you need to avoid burnout.

08/07/2025

"Just as spending time in the sun and nature can have health benefits, hanging out in the dark while still connecting with nature can, too.

Dark nature activities, such as stargazing, moonlit hikes, or nighttime walks, can have the effects of ecotherapy. This may include improved mental well-being.

So, while an after-dinner walk might be beneficial, you might also want to consider going on after-dark walks."

Just as spending time with nature in the daylight can help boost your health, so can spending some time with nature in the dark. Find out the connection in this article.

08/04/2025

"The amount of sleep a person needs goes up if they’ve missed sleep in previous days. If you don’t have enough, you’ll have a "sleep debt," which is much like being overdrawn at a bank. Eventually, your body will demand that you start to repay the debt.

We don't really adapt to getting less sleep than we need. We may get used to a schedule that keeps us from getting enough sleep, but our judgment, reaction time, and other functions will still be off."

Are you getting enough sleep? Learn more about how much sleep you need, signs and effects of sleep deprivation, and tips for how to get the sleep you need.

08/02/2025

"Head to nearly any packed gym, and you’ll probably see at least one woman working on her core. Maybe she’s whipping out some bicycle crunches, or holding still in an impressively-long plank. There are good reasons why these moves are so popular: Core exercises for women aren’t just about our cultural obsession with flat abs—they create stability that helps keep us strong and healthy throughout all stages of life. "

Discover the best core exercises for women, from breathwork to lifting heavy. Top trainers share expert tips for strength, posture, and pelvic floor health.

08/01/2025

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07/31/2025

"Have you ever wondered why your mind suddenly feels unburdened in the presence of trees? Or why the ocean so effortlessly lulls you into a meditative state? Outdoor spaces are scientifically proven to soothe the nervous system—and quickly.

Think about it: Forests ground you. Mountains lift you. Water opens you. Jungles awaken you. Even sitting in a park beneath a tree restores you.

Still, despite these truths, we exist in an era of indoor living. The average American spends approximately 90 percent of their time indoors, and we’re increasingly glued to screens that consume hours of our valuable time and are known to induce stress reactions and deplete mental reserves."

Feeling frazzled? Even being near one of these environments will help you chill out.

07/29/2025

"Children need fruits and vegetables daily for healthy growth and brain development.

Early eating experiences can affect how we eat as we get older.

See tips on how to introduce young children to healthy foods, including a variety of fruits and vegetables."

See ways to introduce young children to healthy foods, which affect how they eat as they get older.

07/21/2025

"Yes, diet has a pivotal influence on brain health. But it’s not the only factor. For optimal cognitive health, lifestyle also matters. Galati says it’s just as important to stay mindful of alcohol, processed meats, refined carbohydrates and added sugar. “Quality sleep, regular movement and stress management are other important habits for brain health that can’t be overlooked,” she adds."

The foods you eat play a critical role in brain health. Learn why protein is so important, plus the #1 high-protein snack for better cognitive health.

07/19/2025

"The foods you eat play an essential role in helping you stay healthy, and some may even help you live longer. Like blueberries. These sweet, juicy berries are rich in antioxidants and fiber, which may help improve gut health and reduce the risk of chronic diseases like heart disease, type 2 diabetes and Alzheimer’s disease. Plus, they’re incredibly versatile. Whether you like them as a snack, or toss them in salads, yogurt, cereal or smoothies, there are countless ways to add blueberries to your day. Of course, blueberries aren’t the only fruit that may help you live longer. Cherries, oranges, avocados and apples are all loaded with nutrients that may add years to your life; plus, they’re filling and delicious. Now, that’s what we call a triple win!"

Blueberries are loaded with fiber and antioxidants that may help you live longer by promoting better heart, brain, gut and metabolic health.

07/17/2025

"Whether it’s vitamins, minerals, or fiber, it’s best to get them from foods instead of pills. But that can be a challenge for some older Americans, especially if you don’t eat a balanced diet. You’re most likely to lack vitamin D, potassium, calcium, or dietary fiber. If you think you need more than you can get from food, talk to your doctor about supplements that will be safe with your meds, diet, and health."

Your body needs more of certain vitamins and minerals as you hit your 40s and beyond. Find out which ones will benefit you -- and which won’t.

07/14/2025

"Want to live longer? Open the door, step outside, and get moving."

Scientists crunched the numbers to come up with the single best predictor of how long you’ll live—and arrived at a surprisingly low-tech answer