by Vincine | Apr 15, 2021 | Diet
Most of us have memories of our moms (and dad’s) telling us to eat our veggies when we were small children. I recall throwing them in the garbage when their backs were turned, but I realized as I became an adult, that the joke was on me. Vegetables are a very...
by Vincine | Mar 22, 2021 | Stress
As we continue the DRESS series (Diet, Rest, Exercise, Stress Reduction, Supplementation), the focus is on rest. In my post from July 2020, I discussed the importance of sleep and its impact upon multiple metabolic functions in the body. It is the most overlooked and...
by Vincine | Feb 24, 2021 | Diet, Good Health
People with very active lifestyles that do not get adequate sleep on a regular basis usually turn to energy drinks to fuel their bodies when they feel the “crash”. The market for energy drinks has exploded since 2008, seeing an increase of about 60% in sales....
by Vincine | Jan 15, 2021 | Winter
Exercising outdoors, especially during cold weather months, is very difficult for many people, but die-hard trainers are willing to risk the unpleasant and inclement weather to continue exercising year-round regardless. It is important to adhere to safety guidelines...
by Vincine | Oct 9, 2020 | Diet
Although genetics determine many qualities that make us unique beings, contrary to popular belief, they are not the main determinants of most disease. It is epigenetics, more commonly known as lifestyle, that drives or impedes development of most disease in humans....
by Vincine | Sep 7, 2020 | Uncategorized
The term inflammation is used so frequently, but I wonder how many people really understand its meaning, and even more importantly, its ramifications on our bodies and brains. According to Dr. Joseph Mercola, in his blog dated February 2, 2015, he said “it’s...
by Vincine | Aug 31, 2020 | Uncategorized
The conclusion of this series discusses how and why elimination is so key to overall health. Many people are uncomfortable with this topic, but it is a most vital function and a critical component of wellness. Does Frequency of Elimination Really Matter? The answer is...
by Vincine | Aug 14, 2020 | Good Health
As we continue with part 2 of this series, we will look at the importance of blood sugar, and how it impacts all metabolic functions. The chart below provides a visual snapshot of all the systems that contribute to metabolic function. I believe many people in our...
by Vincine | Jul 25, 2020 | Good Health
Are you confused by the complexity & enormity of the information out there about good health? Here at Deeper Health, I communicate that there are 3 pillars on which good health is anchored, and without these, it is not possible for the body to have the balance...
by Vincine | Jul 13, 2020 | Summer
Exercising outdoors, especially during summer months, may be a wonderful and pleasant experience, but it certainly comes with challenges. Even the most physically and cardiovascularly fit must exercise (pun intended) caution and understand the importance of safety...
