Passionate About Health and Wellness - Body, Mind, and Spirit

10/20/2025

Here at the local library picking out some reading material for my downtime before bed. I am ALWAYS trying to learn and read as much as I can! As they say, KNOWLEDGE IS POWER!
What is one of the best books you have read lately? And why?

10/20/2025

Welcome to 7 Days of Medicinal Teas 🌸
Each day, I’ll highlight one tea that supports the body, mind, and spirit — naturally and effectively.

🌿 Day 1: Passionflower Tea — Calm the Mind, Soothe the Nervous System

If your mind races at night or stress has your nervous system in overdrive, passionflower is your gentle ally.

Here’s what makes it so powerful:
✨ Natural anxiety + sleep support – Helps quiet the mind and promote deeper rest.
✨ Nervine relaxant – Calms an overactive nervous system without grogginess.
✨ Balances GABA – Supports neurotransmitters responsible for relaxation.
✨ Root-cause benefit – Instead of numbing stress, it restores your body’s ability to self-regulate.
** It's also great with some nerve pains without the harmful side effects that most pain relievers bring
Try a cup 30–60 minutes before bed, paired with slow breathing or journaling.
Your body will thank you for slowing down. 🌙

10/20/2025

Focusing solely on medication rather than exploring the interconnected factors of diet, lifestyle, environment, stress levels, and genetic SNPs will not lead to holistic healing. A comprehensive approach that targets the root causes is necessary for genuine recovery.

10/20/2025

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10/20/2025

🌿 Hibiscus — Nature’s Flu-Fighting Secret Weapon 🔪 🔫
When it comes to flu prevention, few herbs are as underestimated as hibiscus 🌺

This vibrant flower isn’t just beautiful — it’s powerful medicine.

Here’s why I love incorporating hibiscus into seasonal wellness routines:

✨ Rich in vitamin C – Supports immune defense and helps your body fight off viruses.
✨ Anti-inflammatory properties – Soothes the body’s immune response and eases symptoms if you do catch something.
✨ Antioxidant powerhouse – Fights free radicals that weaken the immune system.
✨ Natural antiviral compounds – Research shows hibiscus extracts can actually inhibit certain flu strains.

Whether you sip it warm as tea or enjoy it iced, hibiscus can be a delicious ally for your immune health.

💡 Elevated tip: Combine hibiscus with rose hips or elderberry for a potent immune-boosting blend that’s both healing and comforting.

And remember — prevention starts with strengthening your terrain, not just avoiding germs. 🌿

10/20/2025

10/20/2025

Patients with cancer often comply with chemotherapy regimens recommended by their doctors without hesitation, yet proposals to modify their dietary habits, lifestyle choices, sleep patterns, stress management, and daily routines are frequently viewed with suspicion, underscoring the degree to which conventional medicine shapes attitudes toward genuine healing.

10/20/2025

🧬 Your Body Has a Built-In Detox System — and It’s More Powerful Than Any Juice Cleanse.

In 2016, a Japanese scientist named Yoshinori Ohsumi won the Nobel Prize for discovering autophagy — your body’s natural “self-cleaning” process.

Autophagy literally means “self-eating.” It’s how your body breaks down and recycles damaged cells, clears out toxins, and helps protect against aging, cancer, and neurodegenerative diseases.

And here’s the incredible part —
You can activate this process naturally through fasting.

Studies show that fasting for 16 hours or more (for example, eating between 12 p.m. and 8 p.m.) can trigger autophagy, giving your cells time to repair and rejuvenate instead of constantly digesting food.

This ancient rhythm of rest and renewal isn’t just about weight loss — it’s about cellular healing and longevity. 🕊️

✨ Sometimes the best medicine is letting your body do what it was designed to do.

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10/20/2025

Welcome to Passionate About Health & Wellness 🌸 — where healing the body, mind, and spirit begins with compassion and connection!

10/19/2025

Benefits of Milk Thistle

Liver Support: Arguably the most renowned advantage of milk thistle is its capacity to promote liver health. It harbors a potent compound known as silymarin, which serves as a natural antioxidant recognized for shielding liver cells against damage induced by free radicals and toxins.
Detoxification: Milk thistle plays a pivotal role in aiding the liver's detoxification functions by augmenting the production of glutathione, a critical antioxidant integral to the detoxification process.
Anti-Inflammatory Properties: Silymarin, a constituent of milk thistle, boasts anti-inflammatory characteristics, potentially making it a valuable remedy for ailments like fatty liver disease and hepatitis.
Cholesterol Reduction: Research suggests that milk thistle may have the potential to reduce levels of detrimental cholesterol, which can have positive implications for cardiovascular health.
Skin Wellness: The benefits of milk thistle extend beyond internal organs, with its anti-inflammatory properties being capable of contributing to healthier and clearer skin.