You Matter

I love this sign! It speaks to me on so many levels. According to the equation, matter and energy are the same; they can become each other. How awesome is that is that?! We are all connected by this game called life which is just one giant energy transfer. What you consume converts to fuelContinue reading “You Matter”

Friend or Foe

I joined a community garden this year. It has been a wonderful experience. I am learning so much about the flora and fauna of this region. What surprised me the most was gallus gallus domesticus species. The community garden had a great season, producing plentiful crops for members to share. Unfortunately, the grasshoppers wreaked havoc on the plantsContinue reading “Friend or Foe”

Accountability

September is Pain Awareness Month. Back in the day, I sat on a pain steering committee for the hospital. Our goal was to reduce painful stimuli for our patients. This happened through reviewing pain studies, trialing products, identifying best practices, and educating best practices to staff. One thing I focused on was non-pharmacological pain management.Continue reading “Accountability”

What’s In Your Food?

I was recently introduced to the 1971 Charleston Heston film, Soylent Green. After my friend explained the premise, l looked into it further.  It was based on the book, “Make Room! Make Room!” by Harry Harrison, about overpopulation and hoarding of resources by the wealthy. Since it portrayed the futurist year 2022, I thought itContinue reading “What’s In Your Food?”

Freedom and Responsibility

In the United States we celebrate Independence Day today. Freedom is multi-faceted. There are contingencies that accompany the act of freedom, the most important being responsibility.  People from various walks of life have made quotes about the relationship between responsibility and freedom. The effects it has on others, how it is earned, and how toContinue reading “Freedom and Responsibility”

The Aging Process: Part II

In the last post, we talked about the woes of aging. Wear and tear is inevitable, but we have more control than we think.  Instead of claiming defeat or blaming poor genetics, there are a few ways to be proactive: Consume the Right Type of Fuel- Eating a variety of nutrient-dense calories is a greatContinue reading “The Aging Process: Part II”