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  • Why Drugs Can’t Fix a Dietary Disease (But Lifestyle Can)

    The Truth About Weight Gain, Insulin, and Real Healing

    Weight gain isn’t just about “calories in versus calories out.” If that were true, the solution would be simple: eat less, move more. But the real story is deeper.

    Consider this:

    • People with type 2 diabetes are often prescribed insulin injections—and they gain weight. Why?
    • People with type 1 diabetes struggle to gain weight. Why?

    Because insulin is your body’s fat storage hormone.

    Here’s the inconvenient truth: you cannot medicate your way out of a dietary disease. Yet most doctors don’t ask about diet and lifestyle. Why? Because prevention doesn’t pay.

    Dr. Andrew Weil highlights a shocking reality:

    • For every health consultation, a doctor may lose $75.
    • But for every diabetic limb amputation, the system earns $6,000.

    Now imagine the billions lost if people healed themselves through food and lifestyle changes instead of relying on prescriptions. That’s money not going to pharmaceutical companies, hospitals, and pharmacies.

    But here’s the good news: you have a choice.

    • Drugs mask symptoms.
    • Lifestyle changes heal the root cause.

    Over time, the results of healthy habits compound—your energy, your mood, your resilience, your freedom from disease all grow stronger.

    Imagine the world we could create if we stopped pouring money into unnecessary drugs and doctor visits—and instead invested in our own health and vitality.

    ✨ What a world that would be.

    Are you ready to start your healing journey?
    I’d love to guide you. Let’s build a lifestyle that supports your body’s natural ability to thrive.

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  • Why I Tried a 72-Hour Water Fast for Pain Relief and Anti-Aging

    Why I Tried a 72-Hour Water Fast for Pain Relief and Anti-Aging

    Hello health seekers!

    I’m currently two days into a 3-day water fast—yep, just water (well and black coffee:))! You might be wondering… why on earth?! Well, I’ve been dealing with a nagging hip flexor injury that just won’t seem to heal. It’s stiff in the mornings and flares up after walks or hikes. Honestly, it’s been bothering me for years. I first injured it chasing after my dog (total cartoon moment), and then re-injured it falling through a hole in my deck—don’t ask!

    I’ve been practicing intermittent fasting for quite a while now and love how it makes me feel. Plus, it frees up so much time—no need to worry about making breakfast every morning!

    Recently, I came across Dr. Mindy Pelz’s book, Fast Like a Girl, and was intrigued by what she calls the Immune-Reset Fast—a 72+ hour fast designed to help with chronic inflammation and pain from long-standing musculoskeletal injuries (sounds familiar, right?). Even better? She shares that longer fasts like this can trigger a stem cell surge that supports cellular repair and anti-aging. I mean, aging backwards while healing my hip? Sign me up!

    So how’s it going?

    Day 1 was a little rough. I’ve done several 24-hour fasts—I typically do them weekly or every couple of weeks for gut health and as a reset—but pushing past that mark was new.
    Day 2 honestly hasn’t been too bad. I had a stressful moment at work (which usually sends me reaching for a snack), but once I got home, I was surprisingly fine. I didn’t even miss dinner!

    I’m super curious to see how I’ll feel tomorrow. I’ll be sure to report back and share what I’ve learned, especially if this helps ease my hip pain and gives me that youthful energy boost!

    Thanks for following along—and if you’ve ever considered fasting for healing or anti-aging, I’d love to chat more about it!

    Have a beautiful evening 💧✨

  • Choose your hard

    Choose Your Hard: The True Cost of Chronic Disease and Unhealthy Living

    Chronic diseases—like heart disease, type 2 diabetes, respiratory illnesses, certain cancers, and dementia—aren’t just medical conditions that appear out of nowhere. In many cases, they’re the long-term consequences of poor diet and lifestyle choices.

    We all know the basics: eat healthy, exercise regularly, get enough sleep, manage stress. But despite this common knowledge, millions continue to struggle with preventable chronic illnesses. Why?

    Because people say eating healthy is hard.
    Because cooking at home takes time.
    Because gym memberships cost money.
    Because life is busy, stressful, and overwhelming.

    Yes—living a healthy lifestyle can be hard. But let’s not forget: the alternative is even harder.

    The Real Cost of an Unhealthy Lifestyle

    Think eating healthy is too expensive?
    Try calculating the cost of:

    • Frequent doctor visits and specialist appointments
    • Prescription medications to manage chronic symptoms
    • Missed work due to illness or fatigue
    • Emergency room visits or hospital stays
    • Long-term care or nursing home expenses
    • Increased health insurance premiums
    • A declining quality of life

    These are not just hypothetical scenarios—they are the real, everyday consequences of neglecting your health. The financial, emotional, and physical costs of chronic disease far outweigh the price of healthier groceries or a gym membership.

    Choose Your Hard: Prevention vs. Treatment

    Is preparing a home-cooked meal harder than managing insulin injections?
    Is going for a walk harder than recovering from heart surgery?
    Is setting a bedtime harder than living with brain fog and fatigue?

    Both paths are hard, but only one leads to long-term vitality, independence, and a better quality of life.

    You’re going to choose your hard either way:

    • The hard of planning meals, saying no to junk food, exercising, and prioritizing sleep.
    • Or the hard of medications, appointments, physical limitations, and chronic pain.

    Healthy Habits Are an Investment, Not an Expense

    Preventing chronic disease through healthy eating, regular physical activity, and lifestyle improvements is one of the best investments you can make—for yourself and for your loved ones. The sooner you start, the more your future self will thank you.

    You don’t need to be perfect. Small, consistent changes go a long way. Cook one more meal at home each week. Take a 15-minute walk. Swap soda for water. Get an extra hour of sleep. It all adds up.

    Final Thoughts

    Chronic disease prevention starts with the choices you make today. It’s not about restriction or perfection—it’s about protecting your health, your energy, your time, and your finances. Don’t wait for a diagnosis to start caring. Start now.

    Choose your hard. Choose health. Choose life.

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