The Holidays bring a unique blend of nostalgia, generosity, traditions and love. Getting together with family, donating to causes, and encompassing selflessness, are just some heart-filled traits that come to mind during the holiday season. 2020 was a hard year for most of us. Mentally, physically, emotionally, it felt like 2020 lasted 20 years. When Read More
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Earth Day 2019
Happy Earth Day! Earth Day is one of my favorite days of the year. Since I was a young child, I always had a passion for keeping the planet clean. Captain Planet was a favorite childhood show and I loved recycling! That passion carried on into my adult life. A few years ago, I re-evaluated Read More
The Evolution of Selflessness and Love
My partner Alex and I have always had a unique relationship. We met while working at Sundown Mountain and started dating when I was 19 and he was 24. He wasn’t like past boyfriends. Our relationship was laid back and only as complicated as my Ego made it. Let me tell you, insecurities when you Read More
Healthy Halloween Treats
Hosting a Halloween party, or just want to make some fun snacks for the kiddos? Here are some healthy and fun options to do just that! Pumpkin Cuties – Take some clementines and a sharpie and let your kids doodle on their snacks before peeling them Peel clementines and put a piece of celery in Read More
Everyday is Earth Day
Simple steps to creating a healthier planet Earth Day is an annual event, celebrated on April 22, on which day events worldwide are held to demonstrate support for environmental protection. It was first celebrated in 1970, and is now coordinated globally by the Earth Day Network and celebrated in more than 193 countries each year. 1. Read More
Cancer Care : Resource Guide
Products Mentioned in Cancer Care: Treat Mind, Body, Spirit. (You can click on anything highlighted and it will take you to the site) What Causes Cancer: Chemicals Remove pesticides, smoke, plastics, flame retardants, bleach, candles, fake scents, non-certified cosmetics/shampoos/body lotions, deodorants, sunscreen, etc. Use water, vinegar, epsom salts for cleaning. Make perfume and scents with Read More
Cut the Crap : Getting off Miralax
If you’ve ever been to my clinic, you know there’s one thing I talk to all my patients about at each visit…. Their poop! Bowel habits are so important to help cleanse the toxic waste products out of our system. If bowels are hanging around in the colon longer than 24 hours, their likelihood Read More
Oh GERD! Relieving Heartburn Naturally
When it comes to enjoying meals with family and friends, it can be a memorable time. For some, the memories are from the time spent with loves ones, for others it’s the miserable feeling of heartburn that radiates through their mind. Today we tackle the diagnosis of “GERD”. Before we get started, I am giving Read More
Back to School & Addressing Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD)
Article written by: Stephanie Grutz, ARNP, FNP-C What is ADD/ADHD Attention Deficit Disorder (ADD) or Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder (ADHD) are two disorders defined by the Merriam-Webster Dictionary as, “a developmental disorder that is marked especially by persistent symptoms of inattention (such as distractibility, forgetfulness, or disorganization) or by symptoms of hyperactivity and impulsivity (such Read More
Protect yourself this Summer
As the sun shines and the temps warm up, Iowa Summer kicks into full effect. Families go on adventures in the woods, and those who are brave may even take their little ones tent camping. As the kids are out from school, they get together in their neighborhoods and forage through the woods and grass Read More