8 Common Herbal Supplement & Medication Interactions to Look Out For
8 Common Herbal Supplement & Medication Interactions to Look Out For

Over the last several years, many people have turned to herbal medicine to boost their immune systems, treat various diseases, and restore their overall health and well-being – me being one of them. In 2022 alone, the global herbal medicine market was valued at 166 billion dollars, and it is expected to reach 348 billion dollars by 2029! This shift towards natural herbal remedies is largely due to the perception that herbal supplements are more effective and safer than their synthetic counterparts….

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NutritionElissa GoodmanFEATURED, food, HEALTH & WELLNESS, Nutrition
Vibrant Aging: Here’s What Made Me Healthier After 60
Vibrant Aging: Here’s What Made Me Healthier After 60

Throughout my adult life, I pursued the search for vitality and tranquility in every area of my well-being. And I’m proud to say that, in my 60s, I have found all that and more. The holistic modalities I have implemented into my everyday routines have helped me reverse the aging clock, maintain my youthful glow and spirit, and create a platform to share my profound experiences with others with similar wellness goals….

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Health, Lifestyle, Mental Health, NutritionElissa GoodmanFEATURED, HEALTH & WELLNESS
AI and Healthcare: What to Look Out for
AI and Healthcare: What to Look Out for

While AI has been around for decades, it feels like it has really taken off in just the last year or two. From planning a travel itinerary to perfecting emails, the possibilities are seemingly endless with AI. But with any new technology comes the power to use it for good and to abuse it. One area of concern for me and other health experts is AI’s role in healthcare…

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Medicine-Science, MedicineElissa GoodmanMedicine
Insights into Inherited Gene Mutations & Cancer Risk: In Conversation with Genetic Counselor, Angela Arnold Ross
Insights into Inherited Gene Mutations & Cancer Risk: In Conversation with Genetic Counselor, Angela Arnold Ross

In our interview with Angela Arnold Ross, MS, LCGC, Genetic Counselor, we dive deep into the world of inherited gene mutations and their impact on cancer risk. With her extensive experience and expertise, Angela provides valuable insights into genetic testing and counseling, available treatment options, and essential resources for patients and their families…

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Medicine-ScienceFEATURED, Genetic Testing, Health, Science
10 Surprising Health Benefits of Snuggling
10 Surprising Health Benefits of Snuggling

Very few things in life are as wonderful as snuggling up with someone you love. When you look at the anatomical image of a human heart, it looks nothing like the heart symbol we all adore. But, when two people meet chest to chest, their hearts come together as one to form the familiar heart shape we often use to depict love. It’s as if our hearts are puzzle pieces that fit perfectly in the embrace of one another.…

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Elissa GoodmanHEALTH & WELLNESS
Prebiotics, Probiotics, and Postbiotics: Do We Need All Three?
Prebiotics, Probiotics, and Postbiotics: Do We Need All Three?

Did you know that there are currently trillions of microorganisms living in your body? That’s about ten times more microorganisms than cells! And while some of these “bad” microorganisms do hold the potential to make you sick, most are considered “good” and live in the body harmoniously to provide incredible benefits for a healthy human host….

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Elissa GoodmanFEATURED, HEALTH & WELLNESS, Nutrition, Wellness
Transparency and Traceable Science with the Revolutionary Founder of Ritual, Katerina Schneider
Transparency and Traceable Science with the Revolutionary Founder of Ritual, Katerina Schneider

Meet the visionary mind behind Ritual, a health and technology company that is reshaping the supplement industry through traceable science and sourcing. In this exclusive interview, we had the pleasure of speaking with Katerina Schneider, a trailblazer committed to providing women with absolute transparency and better health through better ingredients….

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NutritionFemale Founders, HEALTH & WELLNESS
My Top Holistic Methods for Treating Seasonal Allergies
My Top Holistic Methods for Treating Seasonal Allergies

I love the changing of seasons. Each seasonal onset symbolizes a new theme, such as renewal or growth, that inspires me to prioritize my health. But despite my excitement for the seasonal changes, one pesky element routinely disrupts my invigoration: seasonal allergies. Unfortunately, seasonal allergies are extremely common, affecting approximately 81 million Americans…

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NutritionElissa GoodmanAllergies, FEATURED, HEALTH & WELLNESS
The Link Between Gut Health and Menopause: How Nutrition Might Help
The Link Between Gut Health and Menopause: How Nutrition Might Help

What comes to mind when you see or hear the word menopause? I know for most of my clients, menopause often provokes a gut-wrenching reaction being that it’s typically associated with uncomfortable symptoms, such as hot flashes, night sweats, migraines, and mood fluctuations. Well, believe it or not, this inevitable stage of a woman’s life doesn’t have to be as terrible as it’s normally depicted—actually, it’s not supposed to be terrible at all….

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HEALTH & WELLNESSElissa GoodmanNutrition
8 Steps for a Holistic Anti-Stress Protocol
8 Steps for a Holistic Anti-Stress Protocol

If you experience stress and anxiety, know you are not alone. Stress and anxiety management is something I am persistently working on for myself, as it’s not as simple as I wish it were. It feels like each year, more and more stressors are weaved throughout society, so it feels almost impossible to escape the worry. However, I’m thankful that conversations surrounding stress awareness are evolving….

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Elissa GoodmanAnxiety, HEALTH & WELLNESS, Mental Health, Stress
Here’s the Skinny on The New Weight-Loss Drug, Ozempic
Here’s the Skinny on The New Weight-Loss Drug, Ozempic

There’s a lot of buzz about Ozempic and newly approved prescription weight-loss medications on the market. While these GLP-1 agonists were originally created as effective ways to manage type 2 diabetes, the weight loss side effect (caused by early fullness and less hunger, leading to consuming less food), has consumers requesting these meds in droves. Several medications in this class have now been FDA-approved strictly for weight-loss for those with comorbidities of obesity. We’re seeing exciting results, but these medications are not without their issues, including a supply shortage causing diabetics to be denied access….

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Medicine-ScienceSarah ZimmermanMedicine, Science
A Holistic Nutritionist’s Thoughts on Ozempic
A Holistic Nutritionist’s Thoughts on Ozempic

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, I’m sure you’ve caught wind of the recent Ozempic hype. Ozempic and other GLP-1 RA medications (I’ll expand on what that means shortly) have entered the global spotlight as the hot health topic among celebrities and across news outlets. While the drug was originally prescribed for diabetes, this “miracle medication” has risen to fame over the last few years due to its impact on rapid weight loss….

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Medicine-Science, MedicineElissa GoodmanMedicine