the EYWC wellness edit Alicia Pope Hey Reader, There's been a lot of confusing actions lately with large impacts on our daily health. I wanted to take a minute to talk through a couple of them. We are here (in this proverbial health newsletter space) because we believe in the power of lifestyle and healthy food to heal the body and build better lives. Part of that is avoiding substances that could be damaging or toxic, like food additives and ultra-processed foods designed to build addictions...
27 days ago • 3 min read
the EYWC wellness edit Alicia Pope Hey Reader, Recently I saw a short clip from Dr. Becky Kennedy on the experience of learning that I think applies to a health journey as much as any other journey. There is this temptation in all of us to have a quick fix. To just take this probiotic or eat paleo and have all our health problems miraculously fade away. The problem is, that's fantasy. Because just like life, our bodies and the environments in which they exist are incredibly complex. Our lives...
2 months ago • 2 min read
the EYWC wellness edit Alicia Pope Hey Reader, Following the vein from last week about conflicting and contradictory infromation on health, let's talk about what clean eating really is. At it's heart, it's trying to reduce ultra-processed foods, which reduces toxic burden and increases nutrient availability. But it should not be pursued to the extent of undue stress and for many americans follwing the standard american diet, it may take time to adjust both your lifestyle and tastebuds to less...
2 months ago • 1 min read
the EYWC wellness edit Alicia Pope Hey Reader, I have a deliciously moist and light cornbread recipe paired with delectable honey butter to share with you this week. It's classic comfort, cast iron skillet and all. And of course gluten free! It's also real simple. But I also want to take a moment to make sure that no one misunderstands my celebration of food and healthy lifestyle as anythign but that. You are probably following me because you believe that lifestyle and food can improve your...
3 months ago • 2 min read
the EYWC wellness edit Alicia Pope Hey Reader, If you're spending the weekend outside grilling and soaking up the last of the summer sun, you might enjoy some of these recipes. Grilled Cantaloupe Prosciutto Skewers Get Recipe Classic Clean Margarita Get Recipe Savory Watermelon Salad Read article PS. When you are ready to take your journey a little further, here are 2 ways I can help: 1. Start journaling your own health goals and needs to better understand the language of your body and how to...
8 months ago • 1 min read
the EYWC wellness edit Alicia Pope Hey Reader, A few weeks ago I wrote about a common question I receive often. It's about the number one thing a person can do to improve their health. I provided a few practical tips that can benefit basically anyone, but they don't get to the heart of what I'm trying to do here. What I think we all want to do when we embark on a health journey. So I have an updated answer I want to share. Our motivations for health often determine the best way to achieve...
11 months ago • 2 min read
the EYWC wellness edit Alicia Pope Hey Reader, It is hot, hot, hot this time of year! What better time to protect yourself from the sun’s rays? But let’s make sure you aren’t hurting yourself in the process! As I mentioned in this post about beauty care, the skin absorbs what you put on it, including makeup and moisturizers. At this time of year, the product we most often find ourselves slathering on is sunscreen. Sunscreen and Health Chemical sunscreens can disrupt your endocrine system. But...
about 1 year ago • 1 min read
the EYWC wellness edit Alicia Pope Hey Reader, You know I'm mostly interested in our health and how food and lifestyle impact that, but I don't think we can reach true health without considering the health of our environment. The land, air, and water that make up this earth heavily influence our ability to stay healthy. Healthy vibrant soil is required to grow nutrient-rich plants. Animals then feed off those plants and either become nutrient-rich meat sources or bioaccumulate toxicants. The...
about 1 year ago • 1 min read
the EYWC wellness edit Alicia Pope Hey Reader, Spring is in the air and it smells and feels wonderful. Except for my nose. I hate sneezing, but this time of year I can't seem to help it. Thankfully, my allergies are a LOT better than they used to be and I've learned a few tricks to reduce the pain of seasonal allergies. Since they are hitting hard around here, I thought I'd share those tricks with you this week. Natural Remedies for seasonal allergies to lessen the symptoms without side...
about 1 year ago • 1 min read