Whole Self Nutritional Wellness

05/01/2025

Don't forget we are not in the office tomorrow. Give us a call today and we will get you set up with supplements, we are here until 5pm. Happy Derby!

04/29/2025

04/21/2025

Let's talk about stress...

Last week I had to reschedule my entire week of clients, if you were on that list, I truly apologize. I have been super blessed to have many amazing training opportunities in the last month, in fact 3 trips. With these blessings also comes a level of stress, my mom-heart has a really hard time leaving my family. Two flights to Florida and a drive to Atlanta (Atlanta during rush hour alone is enough to trigger a cortisol dump) were a bit more than my body could handle. The blessings ended with my mom and two of my sisters arriving on Sunday after I returned from my Florida trip. Again - all wonderful opportunities but the combination resulted in my body deciding I had had enough.
The result?

Stress rash — red, itchy, inflamed skin that flares when your body’s overwhelmed. Now the rash flared on a full moon weekend so you know I was sure it was parasites!! This is where the muscle testing comes in...stress not parasites.

My skin was speaking. But was I listening? Not at first, I had to go to work, I had already been out of the office for travel, I couldn’t stay home…This is where we all need our mom, it was because of my mom’s prodding that I decided I needed to reschedule my week and let my nervous system calm down.

So what was happening in my body? A cortisol dump.
💥 What Is a Cortisol Dump?
A cortisol dump is a sudden surge of the stress hormone cortisol released by your adrenal glands in response to intense or prolonged stress. It’s your body’s way of preparing to fight, flee, or freeze.
🧠 Why It Happens:
Your brain detects a threat (physical, emotional, or perceived), and signals your adrenals to flood your body with cortisol to help you react quickly.
🧠 Takeaway:
A cortisol dump is your body’s high-alert system kicking in — but when it happens too often, it can wear you down, affect your immune system, skin, hormones, and mood.

🧠 How Stress Can Show Up on Your Skin
High stress = high cortisol.
Too much cortisol can:
✨ Disrupt your immune system
🔥 Trigger histamine (hello, hives & itching)
🧷 Weaken your skin barrier
⚡ Put your nervous system on high alert

What did I learn?
~It's OK to breath and take a moment.
~Even good stress is stress and can trigger a stress response in the body.
~I already knew this - but muscle testing is an amazing tool to get to the root cause if issues.

More to come on my recent journey with stress...

Have a blessed day!

04/20/2025

He is Risen!!!

02/19/2025

We are here today! If you don't want to come out in the snow today just call and let us know - we will get you rescheduled.

We also want you to know that we do offer telehealth so you can switch to tele health if that works better for you!

Stay warm and have a blessed day!

We are open today as long as weather permits. We understand if you don't want to come out, please call and let us know and we will get you rescheduled.

We also want you to know that telehealth is an option, if you can't make it just let us know and we will switch to telehealth!

Have a good day and stay dry (if possible).
Wishing you all a safe and blessed day.

02/18/2025

Breathing is so important! Make sure you are taking time to breathe.

Breathing is something we do automatically, but conscious breathing can be a powerful tool for health, energy, and emotional balance. 🌬️✨
Why Is Proper Breathing So Important?
🧠 Brain Function – Oxygen fuels the brain, improving focus, clarity, and mood.
💆‍♀️ Stress Reduction – Deep breathing activates the parasympathetic nervous system, calming anxiety and lowering cortisol.
❤️ Heart Health – Proper breathing supports circulation and lowers blood pressure.
🦠 Detoxification – 70% of the body's detox happens through the lungs!
💪 Energy & Digestion – Deep breathing improves oxygen delivery, boosts metabolism, and supports gut function.
Are You Breathing Correctly?
Many people breathe shallowly, keeping stress levels high and reducing oxygen intake. Try this:
1️⃣ Inhale deeply through your nose for 4 seconds
2️⃣ Hold for 4 seconds
3️⃣ Exhale slowly through your mouth for 6-8 seconds
4️⃣ Repeat for a few minutes and feel the difference!
✨ Conscious breathing = Instant relaxation + better health! ✨

02/13/2025

Balancing insulin is the key to hormonal harmony ☀️

02/05/2025

Keep your immune system strong. Let us know if you need anything.

02/03/2025

I know many of you relate to this journey, It hasn't been as hard/daunting as I expected (when I have the time...working on making the time) and it tastes delicious.

The best era ✌🏻💛

01/30/2025

BeFree Structural Integration is offering free demo's tomorrow from 2-5pm stop by and check them out!!

01/25/2025

Unfortunately due to family priorities we are unable to there today but I hope you all stop by the Iron Bell and meet the amazing local businesses that can support your holistic healing journey. It is a truly beautiful venue with amazing people.

Take advantage of them all being in one place. Enjoy!

Join us for a free wellness fair featuring local business within the holistic community!

01/02/2025

Stop by and visit us at the Winter Wellness Fair Saturday January 25 from 11am to 3pm!! We love being part of this event! Stop by and visit us and the many other amazing holistic practitioners in Louisville!!

Join us for a free wellness fair featuring local business within the holistic community!