Here are questions we need to ask:
Get maximum absorption by understanding how Iron interacts with food and drinks. Foods that inhibit absorption include plant components in vegetables, tea and coffee (e.g., polyphenols, phytates), and calcium. “Giving 165 mg Ca as milk, cheese, or calcium chloride reduced absorption by 50-60%”.
Check the facts : https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/1984335/.
So take the above several hours away from Iron supplementation.
Vitamin C however will aid in absorption of oral iron, particularly when taken with meals. The ratio of 2:1 and will be provide even higher levels of absorption. That is, about 6 mg of elemental ascorbic acid for each 1 mg of iron. Check your supplement to see if it’s included or take it separately.
Foods that enhance your iron levels include, very well soaked and cooked beans & lentils, red meats, spinach, and citrus fruits.
Secondly, watch out for a down regulation (decrease) of absorption due to a protein called Hepcidin. Our bodies are smart and if too much iron is sensed then hepcidin levels will increase resulting in less iron being absorbed. This can be beneficial as we don’t want too much iron or a risk of developing hemochromatosis.
Therefore it can be beneficial to take your iron intermittently eg every second day, in the morning with a breakfast that includes fruit and meusli soaked well over night, with little dairy and possibly a double dose. For an deep dive into this very important topic, especially for women read more
Of course we are always available to chat at Bodywise about the best options for you!
Good heart health is vital to your overall health. We are going to discuss the hidden causes of hypertension (high blood pressure) and what you can do to reduce it.
Cardiovascular health relates to heart and blood vessels that provide a strong blood supply to all our organs, brain and soft tissues.
A healthy heart maintains everything from normal blood pressure and brain function, to sleep and skin quality. Your blood pumps nutrients, oxygen and water around your body, as well as supporting your immune system and transporting the body’s messenger chemicals such as hormones. Its one busy organ.
Your heart is also affected by your emotional reactions to both acute and chronic stress. The more on edge we are the more our heart has to work. Prolonged stress and repressing our emotions can not be avoided to some extent. However being aware of how you are feeling, finding solutions can make a big difference to your health
For many folk day to day living is a rollercoaster of emotions. While some people easily share their emotions, too many of us have been conditioned to hide our feelings to the point of repression. Long term this can have a negative effect on our health in general and blood pressure. If you wish to learn more here is a link to research on this subject.
Get off technology if possible (especially in the evenings), make a date with nature (without your phone), do you best to address your relationship issues (get help and ideas from anyone who you trust) Get social in places and with people who uplift you. Find out who can help you sort issues.
If you are at risk of high blood pressure you can do all of the above anytime, everyday.
You can also get support from a great variety of herbs to reduce your reactions to stress, insomnia, inflammation, and support hormones and cardiac health.
Conventional medicine can be essential for some people with high blood pressure. The good news is that you are advised to address all the above at the same time. Another aspect is the effect from blood pressure treatments on your mood. You may want to check this out.
If in doubt and you don’t know where to start – do come in, with some time on your side and have a chat to anyone of us at Bodywise, we will give you a heads up on where to start.
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https://www.tum.de/nc/en/about-tum/news/press-releases/details/35100/
https://www.heartfoundation.org.nz/wellbeing/managing-risk/managing-high-blood-pressure
When the first Dr. Hauschka products appeared on the market in 1967, the concept of a natural cosmetics range that promotes healthy skin was something entirely new. Elisabeth Sigmund and Rudolf Hauschka felt like rebels when they developed the pioneering formulations.
Their aim was to make use of the powers of nature for skin care through the application of their knowledge and their own unique processes, an aim which is still maintained today.
They created a science-based brand that has been around for over 50 years, specialising in high quality natural skincare. Their products have been thoughtfully formulated with medicinal plant extracts from fair trade growers to holistically care for whatever your skin needs.
Dr Hauschka refers to skin conditions that change with the seasons and your stage of life
At Bodywise we can help you to find out the best care to meet the needs of your skin conditions. Come and try it out instore and check out our latest gifts with purchase
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Ageing is a natural biological process that begins in early adulthood and continues throughout life. As we age, certain changes happen to the body, both internally and externally, which can impact the way we look and feel.
Because collagen plays an important role in many of these changes, it is widely believed that supporting the body’s natural collagen synthesis may help support healthy aging.
What is collagen?
Collagen is the most abundant protein in the human body and the primary structural component of our cells and tissues. It is found nearly everywhere—in our bones, blood vessels, skin, hair, nails, eyes, muscles, joints, and even the delicate lining of the digestive tract.
Not only does collagen provide structural support for the body, but it also keeps our skin strong and supple and plays an important role in bone and joint health. All of these functions make collagen a key factor in the aging process.
Unfortunately, collagen production slows down as we age.
On top of that, lifestyle factors such as tobacco use, a high-sugar diet, and sun exposure can also contribute to a decline in collagen production.
There goes all that strength and resilience we rely on daily.
As we age, collagen cross-linking and depletion can lead to common signs of aging in the skin, muscles, tendons, ligaments, and bones. With less collagen, our skin loses elasticity and we may develop wrinkles and other visible signs of aging. Our hair typically loses its luster and becomes thinner. Our connective tissue changes and loses mass, which can lead to stiffness or tenderness in our bones and joints. And all of this is beyond our control.
Or is it?
It’s possible to support natural collagen synthesis as you get older.
And it starts with a healthy diet.
Consuming plenty of protein is paramount to helping your body get the amino acids it needs to produce collagen. On top of that, it is important to eat a diet rich in vitamins A and C, as well as the minerals copper and zinc, which also support collagen synthesis.
Choose foods such as beef, pork, chicken, eggs, fish, bone broth, fresh berries, dark leafy greens, citrus and tropical fruits, garlic, bell peppers, soybeans, wheat germ, avocados, nuts, seeds, mushrooms, sweet potatoes, apricots, carrots, and broccoli.
Hydrolyzed collagen supplements may also provide some of the building blocks our bodies need to make collagen or other proteins.
Because we don’t always get the essential vitamins and minerals we need from our diet, adding a hydrolyzed collagen supplement may provide additional support for collagen synthesis as we get older. Numerous clinical studies have examined the link between collagen-based dietary supplements and healthy aging with positive results.
A recent review published in the Journal of Drugs in Dermatology assessed the data from several randomized-controlled trials involving the use of collagen supplements. From the existing literature, the authors were able to conclude that, “Preliminary results are promising for the short- and long-term use of oral collagen supplements for aging skin. Oral collagen supplements also increase skin elasticity, hydration, and dermal collagen density.”
A 2019 study published in Current Developments in Nutrition also found a correlation between collagen supplementation and preserving healthy skin as we age. In this study, more than 120 women between the ages of 39 and 59 agreed to take a collagen peptides supplement along with hyaluronic acid and chondroitin sulfate (or a placebo) twice daily for three months. At the end of the study period, participants who received the supplement reported significantly fewer facial lines and wrinkles, increased skin elasticity, a reduction in skin dryness and redness, and a more “youthful skin appearance.”
And, with regard to joint health, a nearly six-month-long study involving young athletes found that taking supplemental hydrolyzed collagen may support joint health.
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Echinacea is a wonderful herb to help us with infections and our stress response. How wonderful is that.
From our Bodywise herbal dispensary we offer the most effective species and parts of the Echinacea plant that are historically used and scientifically researched to balance the immune system and support our stress response. We do not consider Echinacea to be an immune booster. That is to be avoided by some folk. We consider it to be immunomodulator that help the body prepare and cope with infections.
Stress is known to increase inflammation in the body and reduce immunity. Echinacea has been shown to be beneficial in counteracting the negative effects that stress and anxiety can have on the immune system. It helps to boost the immune system whilst also reducing the inflammation caused by long term stress
Echinacea comes from the long history of use by Native Americans who preferred the root of the Echinacea Angustifolia. Their definition of quality was the sensation of tingling on the tongue. In Europe in the 1930’s the Echinacea Purpurea tops were used as a fresh juice. Today herbalist use a balance of both.
Echinacea well known for immune system however this wonderful herb is also well used for auto-immune diseases, during times of stress and the lymphatic system.
Our Echinacea is grown and prepared in NZ by Phytomed or comes from Australia from MediHerb.
The Echinacea available at Bodywise comes in singular or combined form, with a higher ratio of the Echinacea Angustifolia to Echinacea Purpurea. Contact us if you need advice.
We also stock our “Viral Ease” that has the big guns of herbal medicine to treat colds and flu. We know it doesn’t taste great but if you follow our guidelines and take regularly it can keep you well and get you back to normal life.
Please contact us if you would like to order either of these products and we will courier to you with payment by credit card or internet banking.
For those who like to dive deeper into the science around echinacea you can read this great article by Phil Rasmussen from NZ very own Phytomed, who grows this great herb so we can say it is Made in NZ
This article from MediHerb is interesting… believe that the Alkylamides (active phytochemicals) in Echinacea Angustifolia are the most active and potent species and have a stimulating effect on the immune system lasting for 6 hours whereas the Echinacea Purpurea lasts only 1-2 hours. Interestingly, the Angustifolia can slow down the degradation of the Purpurea within in the liver and therefore prolonging the effect of the Purpurea.
Globally Iron Deficiency Anaemia is a big problem. The most common cause for many people is maintaining optimum iron stores through food. Causes of iron deficiency vary, based on age, gender, and socioeconomic status and general health.
A lack of iron containing foods associated with Vegan and vegetarian diets, or budget restraints prevent adequate dietary intake of iron containing foods and may lead to chronic iron deficiency anaemia.
Chronic intestinal, inflammatory problems and menstrual problems in women, may all inhibit or deplete the iron levels at any age. If iron levels become low there is a reasonable chance other vitamins and mineral are as well.
Iron deficiency anemia is a common type of anemia — a condition in which blood lacks adequate healthy red blood cells. Red blood cells carry oxygen to the body’s tissues to give us lots of energy for daily living.
Worldwide, one out of three non‐pregnant women of reproductive age are aneamic. Symptoms experienced include fatigue and breathlessness on exertion, recurring colds or infections, mood changes, weepiness and a feeling of not coping with life. This makes for some very tired and dispirited women, affecting relationships, work productivity and general health. As result many women are very misunderstood and need help to find out what is going on for them. During pregnancy iron deficiency remains problematic and continued supplemation with a gentle iron and nutritional cofactors such as folic acid, vitamin b12 and vitamin c are essential.
Rapidly growing children and teenagers, athletes, physically hard workers and the elderly are also prone to anaemia if the any of the causes of iron deficiency are also present. In the elderly reduced food intake and reduced absorption are common causes. Mood and behavioural problems in children may be avoided or overcome with supplementation or iron and cofactors such as folic acid, vitamin b12.
Anemia of chronic disease (ACD), also known as anemia of inflammation, is the most prevalent anemia in hospitalized patients worldwide. It occurs in patients with acute or chronic inflammatory conditions including infections, cancer, rheumatoid arthritis, and chronic kidney disease
To elevate and maintain iron levels treatment includes underlying inflammation and auto-immune diseases that may inhibit absorption of iron. A review of the dietary intake of iron containing foods is necessary. Certain lifestyle habits that harm our health (think processed foods and alcohol) can be an underlying cause as well. For women iron supplementation due to anaemia associated with women’s heavy menstrual periods is common and necessary for maternal and baby’s health.
Here is a good description of these two types of iron contained in foods necessary for good health. For those who are vegan or vegetarian, Non-haem iron from plants is harder for the body to absorb than Haem iron from meat. As a result supplementation is essential, especially for most women. Adding a Vitamin C tablet to your meals aides the absorption of non-haem iron by two to three times.
Tannins from tea, coffee, high levels of oxalates common in silver beet and beetroot and too high levels dietary fibre. Alcohol abuse results in inflammation the digestive tract which then may inhibit the uptake of iron. Foods and Drugs that Impair Iron Absorption:
Take your tea and coffee between meals and iron supplement last thing at night.
There is a protein connected to inflammation response in the body that can slow down the absorption of iron called hepcidin. If iron supplementation is intermittent, eg every second day rather than everyday, minimizes the effects this protein has. Other versions are cheaper and more widely used however Iron Bisglycinate Chelate (FeBC) has been shown to significantly increase iron stores and is our preferred version. The dose is dependent on age and health status.
This inherited condition is a result of very high iron levels and is more common in men. For those who have symptoms that are not treated significant effects on the cardiovascular system can occur. As a result we will not take peoples word for it that they need iron and that is especially men. Be warned, if you are a male do not take iron unless you have had blood tests.
As always, our team at Bodywise will ask questions about your health in some detail during any interaction over the counter. When it comes to iron, we may say – get a blood test first.
If in doubt – come talk to us.
Are you tired of feeling fatigued, wired and tired – help is at hand so read on
Firstly, you are not alone. There are many healthy skills to learn, nutritional tips and herbal medicines to help you get back on top of your game.
When we experience acute or prolonged stress, we receive a rush of chemicals called stress hormones, to the brain and body. This is called the Stress Response and and how it works is incredible.
Since the beginning of time humans have experienced a burst of energy when being chased down by a wild animal or to survive an acute crisis. You may have heard of the stress hormones Cortisol and Adrenaline. These are two of a group of hormones that drive us to stay alive.
Fast forward to 2020, and the stressors come in the form of a global pandemic, a full email inbox, relationship tensions, money worries or even what’s for dinner ? Its no wonder we feel fatigued, wired and tired. Managing our response to stress during prolonged periods of time is vital to keep us happy and healthy.
The catch phrase “Adrenal Fatigue” is misleading suggesting that the adrenal glands alone are fatigued. There is a lot more to fatigue than one gland or body part. Inflammation, sleep and blood sugar problems may be involved. And sadly prolonged emotional stress may be the original cause of fatigue.
The interaction between our nervous and hormonal system (Neurohormone systems), regulates functions within our body and mind. One system, the hypothalamic-pituitary-adrenal axis (HPA), is crucial for the bodies automatic stress management. There are many other reasons you may have prolonged fatigue yet feeling wired and tired and here is a good summary and reason why a trip to the doctor for tests is important
A variety of tools learned in childhood help us cope during stressful times and can be both useful and sometimes destructive. Going to counselling and getting to know your unhelpful habits, perceived stressful thoughts and PTSD patterns are important tools to help you understand your response to stress. Getting older is another contributing factor to how we cope with stress.
So that was some background information to help you understand what the science has to say. Knowledge is power so lets move on ...
Building resilience to stress and physical reserves enhances health and wellbeing and there are lots of tools to start with.
No one treatment plan helps all.
For many years our naturopaths at Bodywise have provided advice and natural therapy to so many people. Using a programme of specific nutrients and herbal medicines people then have the energy to maintain needed lifestyle changes and go on to feel empowered and happy.
If you need a hand in coping with your feelings of stress, overwhelm and fatigue our herbal Stress-Ease Tonic may be suitable for you right now.
Contact us or come in and chat to our Bodywise team to work out the best solution for you.
Hay-fever season is upon us already and may be getting you down and feeling really tired
Along with itchy eyes a runny nose, or even a low grade headache and joint pain, hay-fever is not an uplifting experience.
That dreaded yellow cloud over Rabbit island is coming our way ?
Help is at hand. We have our Hay-fever Ease tincture ready to go if you are feeling all stuffed up, sneezing and worse.
This herbal formula has specific herbs to help reduce histamine levels and reduce hay fever symptoms. One of the herbs we use is Euphrasia officinalis (eyebright). The British Herbal Pharmacopoiea 1983 indicates that Euphrasia is anti-catarrhal and can be used internally for nasal catarrh and sinusitis.
Surprisingly another key herb is Nettle (Urtica dioica). The herbal extract shows a reduction of several key inflammatory events that cause the symptoms of seasonal allergies. https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/19140159/
Come in and get your tailored tincture to lift the grogginess and enjoy spring fever not hayfever
Sometimes we stumble across a herb that really intrigues us. Step up chamomile…
Maybe you might need something to help you unwind and relax your digestive tract. Or you perhaps you also need anti-allergy properties to calm inflamed skin? Like so many herbs multi actions are the norm. Isn’t that beautiful.
Known for its relaxing properties Chamomilla is used to support a good night’s sleep for babies and children and to calm the nervous system, digestive discomfort, inflammation and allergic sensitivity.
Do you need relief for painful nipples during breast feeding – often worse during winter
Cold weather can lead to very painful nipples during breast feeding Other possible causes are cracks, mastitis and candida infections. For some mothers an underlying condition called Raynauds and other auto-immune conditions may leave a mother more vulnerable to this painful condition.
Practical habits include:
Keeping warm and not exposing nipples to cold air and covering nipples as soon as breast feeding is finished.
Do not over clean as it removes natural oils and bacteria that help keep the skin healthy.
Also use natural nipple care creams that contain the beautiful herbs calendula and hypericum to reduce inflammation and reduce cracking that may result from the sucking of a hungry baby.
Useful herbs to promote blood flow and general wellness include:
All of these herbs are safe during breastfeeding and pregnancy
Talk to Bridget and see if we can help
With short days upon us in winter we may need a lift.
Help may come from the essential bone-building nutrient, vitamin D3 that plays a role in regulating your immune system, balancing mood and circadian rhythms.
Many people don’t get enough vitamin D, because they routinely wear sunblock, spend most of the day indoors, have darker skin, or live up in the northern or southern regions on mother earth.
Those who cannot eat a quality diet (for any reason), or consume a mostly processed food are particularly vulnerable. The elderly living indoors all day are also in need of a daily dose.
Our Lipsomal Vitamin D3 formulas help you meet your daily needs in a form that is readily absorbed by the body. Talk to us about the dose best for you and if you should get a blood test.
If your mood and feelings of overwhelm are getting you down a little herbal mood up-lifter can make each day feel brighter.
Talk to us anytime.
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So here we are out of lock down and heading into winter. This means our faces can become more sensitive to cold air and need extra nourishment. We also feel a little colour goes along way to feeling uplifted and looking your best.
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We can show you how you can have find relief from troublesome bacterial vaginosis, (BV).
Our naturopaths offer a few different solutions using herbal tonics, probiotics and specific supplements. All our advice and products are tailored to each individual woman.
Visit Bodywise for a confidential over the counter chat between 9.30 and 5 pm or send us a message
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Herbal medicines and a few specific nutritional supplements help us deal with seasonal chills and ills that sweep through a community and put people to bed.
When infections take hold, herbal medicine can ease symptoms and hopefully reduce complications and duration. Every person is different and if complications arise you will need medical help.
In 2009 our famous Viral Ease herbal tonic was taken into homes around NZ. Since then we have helped many hundreds of people cope with their winter chills and ills. We want to stress these are NOT preventatives.
Here are our top suggestions for keeping well during the change of seasons
Bodywise’s famous “Viral Ease” tonic – uses herbs that are well researched and have anti-viral and anti-bacterial actions. Black Elderberry is a key herb in our Viral Ease along with many other powerful immune enhancing herbs such as Andrographis, Eupatorium, Baical Scutellaria, Lomatium and more. These herbs can moderate symptoms associated with the change of seasons and winter.
Specific herbs are suitable and safe for children, pregnant or breast feeding mum’s, and those on medications with direction from a herbalist.
Regularly make up the following tea;
Add boiling water to steep the following herbs fresh or dried : elderflower, oregano, sage, yarrow, thyme and lemon balm, drink hot or cold.
Make a fresh pot each day. Drink throughout the day either hot or cold, diluted to taste or big drink as a concentrate.
Note: don’t use sage if you are breast-feeding – talk to us and we find suitable herbs for pregnant and breast feeding Mum’s.
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A fever is the bodies amazing response to an infection commonly from a virus or bacteria. The heat stimulates metabolic processes that increase the protective nature of our immune system. A strong temperature, up to 38-39 degrees means immune system is healthy and strong and while sometimes uncomfortable it is usually mean the person will bounce back very quickly.
Having said that, a Cytokine Storm, can become a problem on top of a virus and needs medical help quickly.
While it is tempting to use pain killers and anti- inflammatory medications, research has shown that not only can these drugs reduce the efficiency of the immune system but it can have other major side effects, especially in children. You can always do an old fashioned Tepid Sponge
How to give a baby or child a tepid sponge.
A tepid sponge can quietly reduce heat. Place baby in a barely warm bath. They may cry a bit. When you remove them the water will cool on their body and assist in reducing heat. Place cool flannels on their heads and body, again letting the air cool the water on them.
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Adverse drug reactions to nonsteriodal anti-inflammatory drugs –
At Bodywise we are really concerned because these medications can be very harmful to the liver of babies & children and the research is there to prove it. They can be used sparingly and as a last resort.
Check with your Doctor and read the fine print on the product side effects
If your child is suffering any fever & pain – Bodywise can offer gentle methods to ease and manage these inflammatory fevers.
The following is the conclusion from research performed at: 1Royal Children’s Hospital, Murdoch Children’s Research Institute & the Royal Children’s Hospital, Parkville, Australia and 2Australian Paediatric Pharmacology Research Unit (APPRU), Murdoch Children’s Research Institute & the Royal Children’s Hospital, Parkville, Australia
Adverse drug reactions to nonsteriodal anti-inflammatory drugs, COX-2 inhibitors and paracetamol in paediatric hospital Br J Clin Pharmacol. 2005 June; 59(6): 718–723
“ NSAID exposures are a significant cause of morbidity in children. Both nonselective NSAIDs and the newer COX-2 inhibitors were associated with significant drug reactions. The reactions reported to COX-2 selective inhibitors have not been well documented in paediatrics. A substantial proportion of ADRs reported were preventable, illustrating the difficulty in ensuring appropriate use of drugs readily available over the counter and the care that needs to be taken with paediatric drug selection. The overall severity of these ADRs highlights the need for ongoing, prospective ADR surveillance in paediatrics, including both established and newer agents ” (ADR = adverse reactions. NSAIDs = anti-inflammatory meds)
While very controversial, some folk also swear by homeopathic Belladonna and other homeopathic remedies for the relief of high fevers. These are not prescriptions, get advice from a homeopath.
Is your climate changing?
The years leading up to and beyond menopause can be really difficult for many women and relief from those symptoms is life changing.
While you continue to work, look after elderly parents and teenagers, maintain careers and personal relationships, you may find your grip on reality is slipping. There are scientifically researched herbs and specific supplements that can help you regain balance, get more sleep and during this huge change in your life.
Our Naturopaths have been helping women find relief from the tiredness associated with hot flushes, mood changes, insomnia and weight gain associated with menopause for decades!
If you have been struggling with this huge change in your life natural medicine might just be the answer.
We prescribed specific herbal medicines to meet your needs from our herbal dispensary. Give your self some time to come in and we will get you back to feeling more balanced and postive about this massive change of life. Our scientifically researched herbal medicines and nutritional supplements are chosen to meet your individual needs.
View menopause as a time for positive change.
If we can be of help please visit us and talk our herbalist and naturopath or book a consultation.
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Decision making can be difficult, lead to procrastination, decision fatigue and sometimes post-decision remorse. How can we become a confident decision maker to benefit our life and well-being?
For some people making changes to their eating habits (even though they know it makes sense), comes right up against their perception of what makes us happy, how they have always eaten and drunk, how it affects our social life and the person we believe we are.
For example: “No, I cannot remove my nightly wines because that’s how I relax at the end of the day”, even though the habit is creating insomnia and an irritated digestion. Or, “if we don’t eat bread, I”m to busy to work out what am I going to give the kids to eat”. Sometimes a little understanding around the topic is enough. For others it is a much harder choice and that creates stress and decision fatigue and remorse.
Do you have a hard time making choices? If you are still reading I suspect you are at least interested in learning more. Decision making dominates our every moment so the following may be of help.
Ruth Chang says on the Ted Radio Hour that “: I cannot make a decision to save my life, I’m a terrible decision maker”. Then she goes on to say ” So what I should say is I used to be a terrible decision maker”. Ruth Chang is a professor of philosophy at Rutgers University. She studies hard choices and here are her steps to confronting a difficult decision.
The first thing you have to do when you’re confronting a hard choice is to figure out what matters in the choice between the alternatives.
Ruth reasons that committing to a decision not only helps you make the right choice but helps define who you are.
This is really useful in our health and lifestyle choices. Once you have made a decision create the habit to reduce decision fatigue.
Sometimes you may find decision making really hard because you are depressed and anxious . Specific herbs and supplements boost your mood and energy and help get you on a path to learn how to make great decisions.
I think most of us will agree that while we all have differing perspectives and knowledge on life, the most important tool is knowing your own self. This includes our health and living to our full potential, for ourselves and those around us.
Happy Decision Making