Let’s talk latex

What’s the first thing you think about when you hear the word “latex”? Do you think about latex gloves from the doctor’s office? Or those yellow latex gloves for washing dishes? But would you think latex mattresses? YES, latex beds are a cool hot trend growing in popularity. One reason is that people are looking for a “green”…

7 steps to get a good night’s sleep while vacationing

You’ve booked your trip. Your itinerary is planned. You’re bags are packed. But if you don’t get enough sleep prior to your vacation, everything is shot. You’ll either be too grumpy to enjoy anything or sleeping all day just to catch up. Here are 7 tips to get the proper night’s sleep so that you will be…

Week 3: Weight, Sleep, and Overall Health

This post is part 4 of a journey for better health. If you missed part 1-3, click here. Week three has turned out to be disappointing at least for me. I am still having occasional nausea usually in the middle of the night. I thought my sinus was complete cleared, but once in awhile i still experience burning in my throat and…

Week 2: Exercise, Mood, and Energy

This post is part 3 of a journey for better health. If you missed part 1 and 2, click here. Week two has turned out to be a challenging week. I still miss my morning cappuccino dearly. I am also disappointed that I still have the occasional nausea associated with acid reflux. According to the book, “It Starts With Food,” by Dallas…

Week 1: Detoxing, Food Cravings, and Food Choices

This post is part 2 of a journey for better health. To read Part 1: Do you have a bad relationship with food, click here. Week one has turned out to be a decent week since changing my bad relationship with food. From day one, I made the commitment to only eat foods that will make me more healthy.…

Do You Have a Bad Relationship With Food?

This post is really a journey for better health. For years I’ve been living with nausea that sometimes wakes me two to three times a night. Sometimes I have it all day long. I have had numerous doctor’s visits and tests but I always get the same treatment –  Prilosec for heartburn. It’s discouraging and frustrating.…