Spiritual Roots of Sickness and Disease
The title of this article might seem a little complicated and unclear. However, the next few paragraphs will change your life forever. Let's begin by defining the functionality of a root. The first root that comes from a plant is called...
The Spiritual Roots of Sickness and Disease [Audio]
In this audio teaching from a wellness class at the Functional Medical Institute, Drs. Mark & Michele unpack the Biblical principles of wellness. You will discover how sickness and disease can often have spiritual roots, and what you can do to turn it all around....
How to Minimize the Toxic Effects of Alcohol
Both Dr. Michele and I recognize that alcohol can be very much a part of social gatherings. Whether we agree or not is not the point. Here is the point, however: Alcohol is indeed a toxin and can have debilitating toxic effects. Also it is important to mention that...
The Complete Guide to Healthy Cooking Oils
There are an array of options when it comes to cooking oils. One of the most important factors that needs to be considered when choosing a cooking oil is its resistance to oxidation. Take note that oils can oxidize at both low and high...
How to Overcome Chronic Fear
First, let's define fear. Generally, it is used as a noun and defined as follows: "A distressing emotion aroused by impending danger, evil, pain, etc., whether the threat is real or imagined; the feeling or condition of being afraid." Fear causes biological changes....
Safe, Natural Remedies for Heartburn
One in five Americans regularly suffers with heartburn or GERD (gastroesophageal reflux disorder), and a significant percentage of them are on popular drugs. The names of these drugs you may recognize as Nexium, Prilosec, Prevacid,...
10 Benefits of Gratitude
About a year ago, a dear friend gifted me a 'A Year of Gratitude Journal'. The gift was a huge blessing. It had instructions on the inside that invited one into a year of giving thanks. Each week of the year I was to send someone a card of thankfulness. My experience...
Can you exercise too much?
The short answer to the question is YES! A pattern of chronic exercise in pursuit of extreme or narrowly focused fitness goals can trigger increased cravings for quick energy carbohydrates, inhibit fat metabolism, compromise immune function, exhaust the bodies stress...
5 Tips for Avoiding the Sedentary Lifestyle
We all know exercise is a critical component of the overall wellness quest. However, the common question Dr. Michele and I get is, "How much and what type?" The short answer is this… Everyone should move more and sit less! The greatest benefits of exercise relate...
The Real Cause of Weight Gain
The true answer to weight loss does not lie in a diet. It lies in discovering the spiritual root of the improper relationship with food. You may say that really has nothing to do with it. But let me prove it to you. Do you find comfort in food? Does it make you feel...
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