DrMarina GVL

26/07/2025

Did you know that sugar-sweetened beverages or sugary drinks are one of the leading sources of added sugars in the American diet? 12 ounces of soda has 39 grams of sugar. 🥤 That’s over 9 teaspoons! If you’re trying to cut down on added sugars but still crave a soda, try adding fruit to sparkling water. It’s perfect for summertime! ☀️

25/07/2025

Relax your shoulders and jaw. Breathe in deeply through your nose and out through your mouth. Repeat three times. Enjoy the rest of your night! 😴

24/07/2025

Happy International Self-Care Day! Did you know that regular self-care has been proven to reduce anxiety and depression? It can also help reduce stress and anger, improve energy and more! Examples of self-care can include: getting enough sleep, going for walks, saying no more often, asking for help, taking a break from social media, taking a long bath, going for a drive, having a cup of tea and reading a book. What’s your favorite way to practice self-care? 🛁

23/07/2025

Safe Sun Tips to Protect Your Skin:
☀️ Limit peak sun exposure between 10 a.m. and 4 p.m. when UV rays are strongest.
👒 Wear protective clothing such as wide-brim hats, sunglasses and long sleeves.
🧴 Use broad-spectrum sunscreen with at least SPF 30, and reapply every 2 hours or after swimming/sweating.
💦 Stay hydrated to help your skin stay healthy and recover from sun exposure.
🔥 Get your sun time in small increments to encourage gradual vitamin D production without burning.

22/07/2025

It’s National Mango Day! 🥭 Mangos have antioxidants, vitamins and minerals including vitamins A, C and K, potassium, folate and magnesium. Mangos may help lower risk of cancer as the antioxidants help fight free radicals. The fiber content can also help relieve constipation. Do you like mangos?

21/07/2025

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21/07/2025

Support your skin and vitamin D metabolism naturally with Cataplex F—essential fatty acids that work with sunlight to keep you healthy and protected.-

Cataplex F from Standard Process contains essential fatty acids (EFAs) and important cofactors that help shuttle vitamin D into your tissues instead of letting it accumulate in the bloodstream.

20/07/2025

It’s National Ice Cream Day! What’s your favorite ice cream flavor? 🍦

19/07/2025

Are you getting enough quality sleep? Try to get into bed between 9-11pm and aim for 7-9 hours of sleep each night. Sweet dreams! 😴

18/07/2025

July is National Watermelon Month! 🍉 Did you know that the first recorded watermelon harvest occurred in Egypt nearly 5,000 years ago? Watermelon is full of nutrients including potassium, vitamins A & C, lycopene and magnesium. They’re also a great way to stay hydrated during the summer as they’re 92% water. Do you like watermelon?

17/07/2025

It’s National Tattoo Day! It’s the perfect day to grab a copy of my book, Immortalizing Emotions: A Traditional Chinese Medicine (TCM) Perspective of Tattoos. Order here: https://amzn.to/3Hpx5OM.

17/07/2025

Today is Fresh Spinach Day! 🍃 Spinach is a nutrient-rich, heart-healthy leafy green vegetable containing fiber, vitamins A, C and K1, iron, magnesium and calcium. What’s your favorite way to prepare spinach?