My 3rd Dr. Gundry Appointment

My 3rd Dr. Gundry Appointment

I was anxious to see Dr. Gundry this time around. I knew something was off with me. “Cristy”, said the nurse. I diligently followed her down the hall. My vitals were taken and when weighed I looked down at the numbers only to be disappointed. I knew I...
8 Lessons I learned from Getting Lupus… Again

8 Lessons I learned from Getting Lupus… Again

I knew something wasn’t right. I had the God-awful feeling again, a blanket of brain fog and fatigue wash over me. I told myself, it must be stress. After all, both of my parents were in the hospital at the same time for weeks. Maybe I’m just hungover, I...
5 Incredible Health Benefits of Lavender!

5 Incredible Health Benefits of Lavender!

Lavender is a gorgeous bloom which dates back thousands of years. So far back that it has even been found in ancient Egyptian tombs… talk about ancient aromatherapy (and that’s as far as we know)!I always loved lavender. So much so, my bedroom walls were...
5 Ways to Get Support From Friends & Family on Your “Diet”

5 Ways to Get Support From Friends & Family on Your “Diet”

I get it. I’ve been lucky with a supportive network, but when friends and family are maybe not the most supportive of your diet or forget that you have restrictions, what are you to do?! You still have to stick with your diet, especially if it affects your...
My Dad, the “Miracle Man”

My Dad, the “Miracle Man”

A very happy birthday to my Dad, Ray Powers who is turning 75 today and continues to be my inspiration and mentor. Having survived five (yes, five) different cancers, heart disease and diabetes, Ray Powers is what my Mom lovingly calls (her) “Miracle Man” and it...
Walk This Way: Unleash With Tony Robbins

Walk This Way: Unleash With Tony Robbins

Who is Tony Robbins (for those of you who do not know this Titan)? What does he do? Most importantly what can he do for me?!Well, if you haven’t seen books like “Awaken the Giant Within”, “Unlimited Power” or most recently...