Beyond the Quick Fix: Building Your Best Health

Let's get real about wellness—because health doesn’t start with a quick fix. Sure, we’d all love a magic pill or injection to erase bad habits and set us up for perfect health, but every expert agrees: the biggest transformations start with the basics. Nutrition, movement, quality sleep, reducing stress, sunlight, staying hydrated, and breathing well are your foundation. Read on for details, but don’t sidestep these essentials for shortcuts that won't last.

Rise with the Sun
Get on your body’s schedule, syncing up with natural light. If you can, have your lunch outside and soak up those midday rays. And when the sun dips, dim the lights at home to signal your body that it's time to wind down. Different times of day offer different wavelengths of light, each with its own benefits. Learn to work with them, not against them, to keep your body’s natural rhythms on track.

Move Like You Mean It
Our bodies weren’t built to sit all day. Walk where you can. Make at least one meeting a day a walking meeting. Movement doesn’t just pump up your cardiovascular health; it helps balance insulin, a big plus for women dealing with perimenopause.

Add Some Fire
Strength training is essential, especially as we age, but don’t stop there! Short, intense sprints (just three intervals twice a week) can do wonders not just for your body but also for your mind. That’s right—cognitive health gets a boost, too, so make room in your week for these bursts of movement alongside your usual routine.

Fuel Up Right
Whole foods, organic whenever you can, and fiber-rich meals are your body’s best friends. While experts may differ on the finer details of a “perfect diet,” they all agree on these basics. Eat warm, wet foods with good fats and oils to properly hydrate the body

Gut Health is the Key
The gut is a mystery we’re still unlocking, but we know it affects every part of our health. Prebiotics, probiotics, and postbiotics, and adding a variety of plants to your diet (think colorful, think diverse!) is crucial. Pomegranate, for instance, has Urolithin A, which supports gut health and boosts cognitive and physical performance.

Community: The Ultimate Power-Up
After over a decade in wellness, I’m beyond grateful for this Denver community. Just like nourishing our bodies, nurturing connections energizes us. This season, as we give thanks, I feel deeply grateful for you all.