Today’s post will continue the conversation I began yesterday regarding baking soda water. If this is the first time you’re hearing of such a thing, don’t stress; I just heard about it myself within the past few months, and because I wasn’t entirely sure what the purpose of drinking water with baking soda mixed in … More Baking soda water: fib or fact? (part two)
I’ve been seeing more and more material popping up on my social media channels as of late pertaining to baking soda water. When I initially heard of such a thing, my first thought was ‘ew, that probably doesn’t taste great,’ but upon actually investigating the topic of baking soda water, I’ve come to learn a … More Baking soda water: fib or fact? (part one)
I’ve lost count of the number of times people have asked me what it is like living with Lyme disease, and, furthermore, the ways in which the illness impacts my daily life. As much as I appreciate the interest and the willingness of others to learn more about Lyme disease, I always explain to individuals … More Chronic illness: a different experience for everyone
As we continue our discussion pertaining to the hindrance of a popped rib, this conversation has prompted me to consider how many times I have damaged my rib cartilage. I don’t think it is a great sign that I’ve lost count, so perhaps we will leave it at that. Despite how often I’ve had this … More Popped rib? Read this (part two)
Anyone who has had the privilege of experiencing a popped rib can attest to how positively miserable the sensation is. As soon as it occurs, you’re well aware of what you’ve done, seeing as the sensation is indistinguishable from most other injuries, and, sadly, once this type of injury occurs, it tends to happen again. … More Popped rib? Read this (part one)
In conversation with someone recently, I was presented with a term I had never heard of before. Called oil pulling, the person I was speaking with recommended it to me because I was telling them about how I’ve recently started to have some issues with my own teeth in the context of staining. I was … More What the heck is oil pulling?
The cleanliness and purity of the air we breathe is a topic that poses tremendous relevance to us all, unless you’re superhuman or some shit and don’t require oxygen to literally exist. Air and water are two things we as human beings require to survive, and the cleaner the air, the better, relatively speaking. Air … More Looking for cleaner air in your home? Consider these plants (part one)
Within the past few months, I’ve made a personal effort to consume more protein. It isn’t at all a matter of me not enjoying protein, because I’m a meat feign; rather, because I have increased my physical activity and another rugby season is approaching, I figure it might do me some good to build up … More Let’s make protein pancakes
Yesterday’s post about canker sores provided you all with a sort of fundamental understanding as to why these pricks have to make their presence known. I was prepared to just delve right into how to go about preventing, and, furthermore, treating them, but then I realized perhaps I should share some background information on the … More Tired of dealing with canker sores? Read this (part two)
I have, unfortunately, been on the receiving end of canker sores for most of my life. I started getting them when I was quite young, and I don’t think I was yet ten years old before they became more common than not. I would go through periods during which their presence ceased dramatically, only for … More Tired of dealing with canker sores? Read this (part one)
Today’s post will be a continuation of our discussion regarding burnout and its common signs and symptoms. Burnout is no joke, and while I’ve never experienced it myself, I’ve come close. If anything, I’m sort of always dangerously bordering on burnout with Lyme disease, if I’m not attentive to how much strenuous activity I’m engaging … More Burnout: know the signs (part two)
I recently wrote a post discussing a young woman who pushed herself to the absolute limit mentally and physically and ended up having a heart attack. The source of this information was an Instagram reel, and the woman explained how she now has a stint in her chest due to damage from the heart attack. … More Burnout: know the signs (part one)
Life is full of surprises, as most of us know. At times, things are excellent; everything is falling into place, and optimism seems to flow more freely from us when we are excelling. At other times, things are pure shit; nothing can go right no matter what you do, and it seems easier to lay … More The endless agony of trying to decipher life’s injustices
Most of us are familiar with the significance of staying hydrated. Seeing as we are mostly composed of water as human beings, it makes sense that water is something we should be putting back into our bodies, consistently, throughout a given day. Despite the majority of us being well aware of the importance of drinking … More Struggling to drink enough water? Read this
Now that we have thoroughly covered the basis of sciatica in terms of a foundational understanding of what it is, what it encompasses, and how to go about treating it, today’s post will specifically address the relief component. Unfortunately, when it comes to sciatica relief, stretches only do so much. But, when you’re in pain, … More Try these stretches for sciatica relief
Yesterday’s post served as a sort of informational one on the topic of sciatica pain. As I said, if you, unfortunately, have had issues with sciatica pain before, you are well aware of how uncomfortable and miserable it can be. Sciatica pain is more common than you may suspect, and now that we have established … More Here’s how to relieve sciatica pain
If you’re unaware of what sciatica pain is, I consider you lucky, because that likely means you have never had any issues with your own sciatica nerve. If you are savvy with the condition, however, I empathize with you, and I entirely acknowledge how miserable the pain can be. I’m a little reluctant to admit … More Sciatica pain? Read this
I managed to fracture the tip of my left pinky and tear the tendon clean off the bone of my finger back in December. I jammed my pinky off of a rugby ball, and while it hurt like a bitch at the moment, I really did not think this injury would be worthy of much … More Mallet finger? Here’s what to expect
For the final installment in our Gua Sha post series, I figure it would be helpful to discuss how to go about making use of one. Thus far, we have discussed the origins of the tool, as well as the benefits it can offer with regular use, so I think it makes sense to conclude … More Here’s how to use a Gua Sha
Yesterday’s post focused on the concept of a Gua Sha in addition to its history and a general overview of some of the ways in which it is commonly used. As I said, I wasn’t too savvy on the use of a Gua Sha or the benefits it offers with consistent use, so I wanted … More What sorts of benefits does a Gua Sha offer?
Please do not fret if you read the title of today’s post and felt your eyebrows creep into your hairline as a result of your surprise. I wouldn’t think that the term Gua Sha is one with a universal understanding, but, because it has and continues to gain tremendous popularity within the beauty community, I … More What the heck is a Gua Sha?
Continuing with our conversation that began yesterday regarding common misperceptions and myths that exist in the exercise realm, I thought I would share a personal experience before we get into the nitty-gritty. When I was in high school, I was, I suppose you could say, at my peak in terms of athleticism. I was heavily … More Myth versus fact: fitness edition (part two)
As promised at the conclusion of yesterday’s post, today’s will be a continuation of our conversation pertaining to beef tallow. Yesterday’s post provided you with a brief overview of what exactly beef tallow is, and some common uses for it, and today’s post will focus more specifically on the different uses of beef tallow as … More Beef tallow: not just a cooking agent
Beef tallow is something I never gave a tremendous amount of thought to up until relatively recently. The reason behind a new and found interest in this magical stuff is thanks to a local business known as Tallow Twins; founded by two twins I went through school with, these sisters have created a number of … More You really should be using more beef tallow
Neurodivergence is a term that I would argue has gained tremendous traction in the mental health realm over the past couple of years. I feel as though the term was almost unheard of up until relatively recently, and because many people are unfamiliar with the term, I thought I would discuss it here with all … More What does it mean to be neurodivergent?
I’ve debated being more transparent about my marijuana use here on my blog with all of you, my lovely readers, and I think I’ve mostly decided to be a little more forthcoming about it. I suppose the reason for my hesitancy to discuss it openly here is a fear of turning anyone off, but, because … More Where do you get your ganja?
In the likely case you have not heard of mallet finger before, don’t stress. I certainly was not savvy with the term up until about a week ago after demolishing my pinky finger, so I would imagine most people haven’t heard of it before unless they, too, have experienced it. I play in a touch … More Are you familiar with mallet finger?
While a harrowing realization, it seems as though in today’s age, it has never been more important to be your own health advocate. Here in Canada, the medical system is a bit of a joke to speak plainly, and I am not the only one who feels this way. Yes, OHIP is wonderful to an … More The significance of being your own health advocate
I struggle to describe what it is like having floaters in my eyes. My best attempt at explaining it would be that it’s sort of like seeing squiggly lines and spots that move as you move your eyes; in my case, they honestly look like little worms, or parasites, as awful as that sounds, and … More Seeing floaters in your eyes? It could be more serious than you think
Back in the beginning of August, the conclusion of my regular rugby season came to a rather abrupt and unfortunate end. I sustained a serious concussion and whiplash during the game, and while I am grateful the injury happened at the end of the season, it still wasn’t wonderful time-wise in the sense we were … More In pain? Consider visiting Achieve Movement Health Clinic
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