by empowerednutritionntp_dowpee | Mar 5, 2024 | Self Care, Stress
According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), around 35% of adults in the United States regularly report not getting enough sleep. People encounter different difficulties with sleep; some struggle to fall asleep, while others experience...
by empowerednutritionntp_dowpee | May 2, 2023 | Nutrition information, Stress
At least 50% of adults are deficient in magnesium. Magnesium is a critical mineral involved in over 300 metabolic (how we convert food into energy) functions. Recently studies have shown magnesium is actually involved in 3700 enzymatic reactions. It is the fourth most...
by empowerednutritionntp_dowpee | Mar 23, 2023 | Mindfulness, Stress
Stress impacts digestion, gut health, and sleep patterns. Experiencing chronic stress is a tied to many health issues including heart disease, diabetes, and depression. Stress and trauma are part of life so it is important to develop strategies to provide the central...
by empowerednutritionntp_dowpee | Mar 23, 2023 | Stress, Uncategorized, weight management
Cortisol is our body’s stress hormone released by the adrenal glands which sit on top of the kidneys. It is a glucocorticoids, a type of steroid hormone which helps suppress inflammation in all of your bodily tissues. They control metabolism in muscles, fat, liver,...
by empowerednutritionntp_dowpee | Feb 1, 2023 | Digestion, Mindfulness, Stress
I am fortunate to know several incredible, hard working and very high-powered women in demanding careers. Many of whom have struggled with digestive issues. Some even hospitalized for emergency digestive-related procedures. Stress’ affect on digestion can also...
by empowerednutritionntp_dowpee | Jan 25, 2023 | detox, Self Care, Stress
One of the pillars of health is to reduce toxins, which will reduce overall stress on the body. Toxins are all around us in home cleansers, scented candles, body products, pesticides, processed foods, and air pollution etc. We must find ways to support the body’s...
