Dr. Darron Smith wears many hats as a professor, speaker, author, and clinician. He is an Instructor in the Department of Sociology at the University of Memphis. Dr. Smith is also a Physician Assistant who has over 15 years of experience in family and behavioral...
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7 Strategies to Get Your Mind in Shape This Spring
With summer shorts and tank top season right around the corner, a lot of us are concerned with the size of our biceps or our waist line. You may even have a little more time to go for a run or workout at home during this time of social distancing. That’s great because...
Friday Foodspiration: Lemon Sunflower Balls
Whether you are seed cycling for natural hormone balance (see notes at the end of the post) for just want to boost nutrients for energy and a healthy immune system. The ground sunflower and sesame seed combo in these energy balls are great for the liver, natural...
Give Your Exercise Routine a Quarantine Spring Cleaning
If you are anything like our family, you may be taking a little extra time right now for some spring cleaning around the house? It was our guest bedroom and garage this past weekend. But what about spring cleaning your exercise routine? And furthermore, how do you...
Friday Foodspiration: Carrot Cake Bars
Carrot cake is a favorite Spring treat, but always seemed too time consuming and complicated. This bar version takes no time at all (as long as you have a food processor to finely grate the carrots). Cutting them into small squares makes portion control easier than...
5 Side Walk Chalk Exercises to Get You and the Kids Moving
A pack of sidewalk chalk and the blank “canvas” of a driveway can be amazing fun for kids. As a mom, I love that they are using their creativity, imagination, getting fresh air, and sometimes even collaborating nicely with one another. Instead of just drawing some...
Friday Foodspiration: Chinese Orange Meatballs
Orange chicken is a Chinese take out favorite, but it often leaves a heavy feeling that drags you down for the rest of the day. This recipe is a perfect substitution that is energizing instead as it is high in protein. It may seem like a lot of ingredients and labor...
The Surprising Connection Between Arthritis & Fatigue and 8 Tips to Get Your Energy Back
When it comes to arthritis, sore knees and stiff hips may be the first thing that comes to mind. However, there are invisible symptoms that can be just as troubling. Up to 75% of patients say they experience fatigue and other sleep issues. This is especially true with...
Friday Foodspiration: Blueberry Butter-less Biscuits
Some of my fondest food memories are baking in my Great Aunt Joyce’s kitchen. Her specialties were biscuits, pies, and berry cobbler. The best part was picking fresh berries and sneaking bites of dough! I’ve found a way to combine my love for berries and biscuits in...
Read This Before Adding a Supplement for Joint Health
The movements of everyday life can cause wear and tear of the joints resulting in weakness, inflammation, and pain. If you are experiencing joint pain or are active and just want to keep your joints strong and prevent injury, taking the best supplements can help....