by mercygrace | Mar 9, 2024 | General Health
Introduction March marks an essential period in the health calendar: Sleep Awareness Week. Spearheaded by the National Sleep Foundation, this week aims to highlight the pivotal role of sleep in achieving optimal health and well-being. Unique to Arizona, and...
by mercygrace | Feb 28, 2024 | General Health
As we bid farewell to American Heart Month, it’s imperative not to let the momentum wane but instead to embrace the vital lessons it imparted on us about nurturing our heart health. Heart disease, as reported by the American Heart Association (2021), remains a...
by mercygrace | Jan 10, 2024 | General Health, W.H.Y. Wednesdays
WHAT ARE PROBIOTICS? Probiotics are live micro-organisms which provide a health benefit on the body when they are taken. They can be found in yoghurt, kombucha (fermented tea), some aged cheeses, kefir (a type of fermented milk), fermented sauerkraut (not pickled,...
by mercygrace | Dec 27, 2023 | Seasonal
Winter in Phoenix brings a reprieve from the scorching summer heat, introducing a cooler and more inviting outdoor environment. However, this season also ushers in health challenges distinct from the sweltering months. Shorter days can affect our mood and energy,...
by Mercy Grace Private Practice | Nov 27, 2023 | General Health, Seasonal, Uncategorized
Staying Healthy During the Holiday Season The holiday season in Phoenix brings with it a unique blend of warmth and cheer, as our community comes together to celebrate, reflect, and enjoy. It’s a time filled with festive gatherings, delicious feasts, and...
by mercygrace | Nov 8, 2023 | General Health, W.H.Y. Wednesdays
WHAT IS INSULIN RESISTANCE? Insulin resistance is a state or condition where there is an abnormal response of the cells in the body to insulin. Insulin is a hormone which helps with the uptake of glucose into the cells of the body to be used for energy. Insulin...
