Body Biotics

Get ready for a good spring cleaning Spring is the perfect time to clean out all the things that are bringing you down or making you unhealthy and start anew.   Spring is almost here…and you know what that means. Spring cleaning! I know what you are picturing… brooms and mops, dust everywhere, boxes full […]

2020…what we learned During the hardest of times come the most valuable lessons. It’s almost here! 2021! You did it. You made it through one of the roughest years most of us have ever experienced. Things are much different than they were last year at this time. Last year at this time we were making […]

Being grateful can mean the difference between good health and poor health. “Start each day with a positive thought and a grateful heart” Roy T Bennett Despite our recent holiday centered on giving thanks, more than a few people in our country might be feeling a little down and discouraged with the current state of […]

Added sugars in packaged foods must now be listed on food labels. Knowing how much sugar and what kinds are in packaged foods has become a little easier with this food labeling requirement. 1* We try to eat right. We focus on keeping our guts healthy. But sometimes despite our best efforts to eat right […]

Dogs are being trained to “sniff out” positive cases of  COVID-19. 1* With their acute sense of smell, dogs continue to alert humans to dangers of all kinds.   A few weeks ago, we talked about how dogs serve us in ways that benefit both our mental and physical health. Having the love and companionship […]

Is there a connection between Vitamin D and the severity of COVID 19 cases? Vitamin D is essential for good health but may also play a role in the fight against COVID-19. Sunshine on your shoulders does more than make you happy, it makes you healthy. Getting adequate exposure to the sun helps our bodies […]

Who’s your buddy? During times of isolation and difficulty, having a pet can benefit both our mental and physical health. * Pets can be a real comfort to us. From the happy wagging of a tail and endless devotion from a loving dog to the soft purring and cuddles from your favorite cat, the unconditional […]

Feeling down? You’re not alone. Americans are unhappier then they have been in 50 years, according to study.1* If there’s ever been a time to have a bad attitude, it might be these times! No one would blame you and pretty much everyone is feeling some stress right now due to our current circumstances. All […]

Is the current pandemic going to turn us all into vegetarians? As meatpacking plants shut down due to Covid -19, take this opportunity to find healthy alternatives.   With the current pandemic, we are all having to accept a new way of life. We are adopting new practices, adjusting our schedules, learning new skills, and […]

Paying close attention to your mental health is especially important during these “crazy times”. Maintaining a healthy gut is essential for a strong immune system as well as strong mental health.* People are calling what is going on right now “crazy times.” You hear it everywhere. And there is a good reason. It is crazy! […]