by Daina Gardiner | Jan 22, 2019 | Balanced Diet, Exercise, Fat Loss, Fatigue, Healthy Fat Low Carb, Hormones, Inflammation, Metabolism, Stress
A few weeks ago, I was rifling through comments in a Facebook group I joined. This group is focused on the keto diet (which, as you probably know, I don’t totally approve of) and women were talking about why they started the diet. One common theme was...
by Daina Gardiner | Jan 8, 2019 | Boot Camp, Exercise, Fat Loss, Fatigue, Sleep, Stress
Did you know that I wake up at 4:50 AM every weekday to hit the gym? Yes, that may sound nuts to a lot of you, but that’s what works for me…mostly. However, I have noticed over the years that there is a huge connection between exercise and...
by Daina Gardiner | Dec 4, 2018 | Adrenal Health, Fatigue, Hormones, Sleep, Stress
Did you know there are different stages of adrenal fatigue? And that, depending on which stage you’re in, there are different foods to eat and care to take? Not only are the symptoms of adrenal fatigue confusing, the actual condition is too. Not fair, right? I...
by Daina Gardiner | Nov 13, 2018 | Hormones, Inflammation, Skin Health, Stress
Do you have any control over premature aging? Stress is a natural response by your body to both real and perceived stressors. These stressors can be physical, emotional or mental. Acute stress happens when something stimulates an immediate stress response, like a...
by Daina Gardiner | Oct 23, 2018 | Holistic Nutrition, Hormones, Inflammation, Menopause, Skin Health, Stress
A few weeks ago, I was sitting in the dentist chair watching a morning show on their TV. The host was talking with a lady, who was showcasing skin care for menopause and demonstrating all her products. There are unique and new skin concerns as a woman ages. These...
by Daina Gardiner | Oct 16, 2018 | Adrenal Health, Hormones, Hypothyroidism, Metabolism, Stress, Weight Loss
Your thyroid is a big deal. This small, butterfly-shaped gland that sits in your neck regulates the metabolism of all your cells. Which means, the thyroid is important for weight management, energy and so many other things. If you’re sluggish or struggling with...