Why Gut Health Boosts The Immune System

Why Gut Health Boosts The Immune System

Keeping our immune system strong is of the utmost importance especially during this time. Our gut health is so connected to our immune system health that we decided to focus in on helping you to get your gut even healthier!The human gut is home to a hundred trillion microorganisms…

How To Have A Happier Healthier Heart

How To Have A Happier Healthier Heart

Heart Health: A hot topic that tends to come up especially in the month of February perhaps more in the way of "my heart sings" or "my heart is broken" with that sweetheart of a holiday Valentine's Day.  The truth is, our heart is affected in so many ways...

Holidays the Holistic Way

Holidays the Holistic Way

The holidays for many, are the least healthy time of year. At Be Optimal, we’re here to help you shift that! Believe it or not, it IS possible to go through the holiday season healthy and thriving, instead of having lowered immune function and fatigue (not to mention packing on a few extra pounds!) See below, my tips to have a healthy holiday season, without feeling deprived or restricted. In order to fully support ourselves throughout the season - we need to address all aspects of our health: physical, nutritional, and emotional!

6 Ways to Reduce Inflammation for Health + Longevity

6 Ways to Reduce Inflammation for Health + Longevity

Inflammation is the body’s natural response to injury or infection causing localized reddness, swelling, heat and pain. However, inflammation occurs when the immune system is compromised not just from an infection or injury. It can even become systemic and is the prelude to many illnesses and…

The Be Optimal Difference - What Separates Us From The Rest

The Be Optimal Difference - What Separates Us From The Rest

Often people come to us having already visited a slew of other doctors and practitioners and we are often asked what makes Be Optimal different. To begin, there is no cookie cutter approach to what we do. We meet people where they are…

4 Ways to Optimize Your Workouts

4 Ways to Optimize Your Workouts

It can be so hard to figure out what type of exercise is right for you, and to make the most of your time in the gym! From gentle practices like restorative yoga, to high intensity interval training, the options are endless, and can seem overwhelming. Here are 4 tips to help decide which type of exercise is right for you, and to maximize the benefits to moving your body!

Get Through Allergy Season, Medication Free!

Get Through Allergy Season, Medication Free!

Allergies are such a common health issue, and while it may not seem serious, affects so many people's lives (and their ability to enjoy the outdoors in spring!) In light of being in allergy season, I thought it would be beneficial to provide some tips + tricks to help you move through allergy season with more ease.

Why and How To Detox Your Body + The Benefits

Why and How To Detox Your Body + The Benefits

Detoxification is the process of removing toxic substances. Detoxification (on a medical level) is removing toxins from the blood. In this Blog, you will learn the benefits of detox, why you might need it for your body, how to get started, what you can do to assist your body while you detox and different detox program options…

The Importance of Movement for Heart Health

The Importance of Movement for Heart Health

There is a lot of buzz about keeping your heart healthy by reducing stress, eating healthfully and staying active. The questions are: How do I do that? What does that look like? and How exactly can I prevent any major cardiovascular incident? In this blog, you will learn what it means to prevent cardiovascular disease, experience the joy of health and how to exercise healthfully.

6 Ways to Beat the Winter Blues

6 Ways to Beat the Winter Blues

Many notice, that as the temps drop and daylight hours dwindle, energy levels, mood, and motivation tend to go down the drain, as well. Do you notice this? You may be experiencing symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD). It is quite common to experience these symptoms during the winter months, and many people seek out clinical support through medication to “get through” the winter. However, there is a LOT you can do naturally to enhance your mood naturally during the winter months, and feel great year round! Here are 6 tips to stay energized, motivated, and happy…despite the cold!

6 Ways to Stay Truly Connected - Mind, Body + Spirit!

6 Ways to Stay Truly Connected - Mind, Body + Spirit!

In our bodies, anything can cause anything because everything is connected. Our body is dynamic and complex and truly linked to all aspects of our Being - Mind, Body and Spirit. At Be Optimal, we work holistically because…

Gut Health: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly

Gut Health: The Good, The Bad & The Ugly

This month our focus is on the all-important gut! Did you know the human body contains more bacterial cells in the gut that there are human cells in the entire body? Pretty crazy, right? The gut is not only important for a healthy digestive system, it's also crucial for immune function, nutrient absorption, and even neurotransmitter production! Read on about how important a healthy microbiome is, and what can happen when it gets out of balance.

5 Ways to Support Seasonal Allergies Without Medication

5 Ways to Support Seasonal Allergies Without Medication

Allergies are such a common health issue, and while it may not seem serious, affects so many people's lives (and their ability to enjoy the outdoors in spring!) In light of being in allergy season, I thought it would be beneficial to provide some tips + tricks to help you move through allergy season with more ease.