Founder of Proactive Health, Becky Baird, scientist turned functional health coach, will educate and inspire you to move from surviving in life to thriving so you can fully engage in life and love the life you live. If you are motivated to begin this journey, listen to learn practical solutions for…
Outside of the food we ingest, there are other considerations when it comes to a healthy lifestyle. Surely you wouldn't knowingly ingest or cover your body with chemicals that disrupt your hormones or turn on oncogenes (genes that cause cancer). I wouldn't either...so join me to see what to look out for and what you can do to mitigate the dangers.My website is here. Come visit!
We finish up this look at causes of inflammation and what you can do about reducing and avoiding it in the first place. Find out what is available to you now than can reduce the free radicals in your body...those same free radicals driving inflammation.
Since inflammation - chronic inflammation - is the root of nearly of all diseases and makes us vulnerable to infectious disease such as viruses like COVID and bacteria such as pneumonia, we need to know what some of the causes are and how to mitigate it if we want to be healthier and avoid disease. This podcast is part 1 of 2 parts. The second part will be released next week.
Today we look a study evaluating the impact of certain nutrients on a COVID infection leaving us with practical things we can do today to help our bodies fend off illness.We will also talk about kids and the inflammatory impact seen on them who have been infected with COVID. Not all kids are symptom free and it can be very serious. Recommended supplements for your consideration - click here. This page is scheduled to post about an hour after this podcast publishes, so if it is not available check back in an hour or so.
We look at inflammation in relation to COVID-19 and in terms of our health now. This is part 1 of 2 parts. Part 2 will be released next week.Blog - Read it with links to studies available.My desire is for you to be healthy especially now with not only COVID but chronic conditions! Join me and learn more.
We continue our exploration of Alzheimer's and what power you have over this horrific disease. There is no time to waste...you are in control of your health!Website - The Proactive Health: Find resources and courses to help you thrive!
Alzheimer's is prolific in our world. It will take your quality of life away slowly and painfully. Modern medicine is showing itself to not have a solution. So what is the issue and what power do you have in prevention and mitigation? Listen in to find out. It is time to take your life back!
What protects your brain but is not fail-safe depending on how well you take care of it? Your blood-brain barrier! Let's learn more about today so you can keep it healthy!Website - The Proactive Health: Resources and courses for you!
Today we look at the factors that contribute to depression and anxiety and how you can take steps to prevent or mitigate them.Webinar to dig deeper will be released May 2020 to start your freedom journey from depression & anxiety.Website - The Proactive Health: Resources and courses, plus you can reach out to me!
Depression and anxiety have been increasing through our modern society from preschoolers to those in their retirement years. Conventional medicine has done little to reverse the course in spite of the abundance of prescription treatment available. Let's dig a little deeper and see what is going on.Website - The Proactive Health for courses and resources available or to get in touch with me.
Autoimmune diseases have increased significantly over the last few generations. Unfortunately they are not easily diagnosed if ever. This can be deadly. Join me today as we explore autoimmune disease and find out why knowing about them is vitally important.Find me here at Proactive Health.
This is a zigzag of a podcast so I can cover various things related to COVID-19, the corona virus challenging our daily lives! Come learn more in this podcast with me...Link to free Immune System Guide here.Proactive Health website here.
Get a crash course in your immune system.Learn what to eat to strengthen your immune system.Grab your free Strengthen Your Immune System Guide HERE.Read the blog post HERE.
Is wheat good for you?It's certainly something that needs to be talked about, so listen in with me and find out the skinny on wheat!Website - Proactive HealthFree Foundations of Health Course and 5-Day Meal Planning Challenge!
What is a virus?What are the "current" numbers in the US (Mar. 3 CDC update numbers)?What you can do to protect yourself and what you shouldn't do.Come learn a little more as we navigate this infectious agent.Website
What's so healthy about whole grains anyway?Are all of them healthy or should we dig deeper?Join me to find out!Come visit me at:www.theproactivehealth.com
Is metabolic syndrome life threatening?Is type 2 diabetes a big deal?In a word...yes. Listen in and find out just how deadly these conditions really are. Visit my website for access to a free video course and other helpful resources:www.theproactivehealth.comTake back your health!
What is epigenetics and what does this mean for your health?A lot...you have a great deal of control over the health path you travel on regardless of the genetics you inherited. Listen and find out why and how!Are you ready to continue your education with free support and resources? Check out my free course and a meal planning challenge here!
Are you plagued with chronic fatigue or even intermittent or afternoon fatigue that does not seem normal?Let's explore what might be happening and how to get started on the road to resolution!Are you ready to continue your education with free support and resources? Check out my free course and a meal planning challenge here!
On the last episode we spent all our time on one group of very important vitamins and today we continue with a few other nutrient deficiencies I see in clients. How can you support your body's function with ensuring you are getting the nutrients you need?Come join me and get started with nutrient sufficiency!www.theproactivehealth.com - Get access to my free self-paced online course, Foundations of Health. Click on Service and scroll down.
Are you getting the nutrients you need?What are the biggest nutrient deficiencies I see in clients?How can you ensure you are nutrient sufficient?Come join me today on Your Health Breakthrough and get some answers!www.theproactivehealth.com - Free access to Foundations of Health course, click on the Service link and scroll down!
We all know exercise is good for us but how so...let's find out!
How can I alleviate or prevent chronic inflammation? I'll get you started in this episode!
What chronic conditions are linked to chronic inflammation and are even caused by chronic inflammation? Join me to find out!
We take a close look at inflammation and the benefits as well as the dangers of it. As the root of nearly all chronic diseases...this is one episode you don't want to miss!
Today we continue the exploration of blood sugar control importance.
Today we are going to begin to explore blood sugar and why it is so important to control whether you have diabetes, are at risk for diabetes, or not. Come join me!
Stress...it's something that effects all of us, young and old.Why is it dangerous?Why is it helpful?How can we mitigate the effects?Join me today to find some answers!theproactivehealth.com for more information on what I do!
Today we are going to explore sleep and how it impacts all areas of your body from your brain to your gut! This episode will give ideas for improving sleep and some motivation for doing so. My goal is to get you to really consider your sleep and its priority in your life and I'll tell you why...so join me today to explore sleep!
We're going to step back today and lay the groundwork for health and healing. There are 3 biggies when it comes to supporting your body in thriving. These are non-negotiables of making progress.1. Sleep2. Stress3. Blood sugar controlCome join me to explore these 3 and get some practical tips on how to achieve these non-negotiables!
Let’s talk about diets.What comes to mind when I say diet?I immediately think of starvation and all the things I can’t have…counting calories, avoiding fat at all costs…these are not pleasant memories.Then all the fad diets!What do I have all of my clients follow? Listen in and find out!Visit me here: www.theproactivehealth.com and grab a freebie!Register for my free Foundations of Health course here: https://p.bttr.to/2Os3qe9
Today we are going to explore food for fuel.When you think about what you will eat next…are you led by emotions or what you are craving? Do you wander around the kitchen looking in the refrigerator then the pantry looking for just the right thing that sounds good? OR do you set out to give your body fuel knowing that you need fibrous veggies, good fat, or clean protein? Do you consider what you haven’t eaten enough of today so you are going to grab some fresh fruit and a handful of nuts to snack on?All of this matter so much because your body needs nutrients to thrive. Your microbiome needs fiber to maintain a healthy environment and synthesize the nutrients and hormones and neurotransmitters that you need to be healthy. Every cell in your body depends on you and food choices you make. So we need to put thought into what goes in our mouths. Come explore this with me!
What is a good foundation to lay for your health journey?First you need to know your "why" for wanting to make changes or improvements.Second you should brainstorm goals that are undergirded by your "why."Third you should write down your priorities - your values so that your goals can be ordered.Without a vision, you can't get anywhere. It's like getting in your car and driving without knowing where you are going. Come listen to me break this process down for you so you can get started on your journey!
In this episode we take a close look at your microbiome and why it is referred to as your second brain. Also the role it plays in inflammation and disease. Take a few minutes and learn why this is so important for your health!
Moving on down the digestive tract we stop at our intestines and explore the roommates living with us - our microbiome! What are they and why are they so important to our overall health? Inflammation, leaky gut, chronic disease...oh my!Listen in to find out about it all!Visit theproactivehealth.com and pick up your freebie - right now it's DIY Coffee House recipes to save money and forgo the unhealthy all while tasting great!If you have any questions about what your are learning - reach out to me at contact@theproactivehealth.com because I'd love to help you!Until next time,Becky
You are what you eat....maybe. If your digestion is suffering for any number of reasons, you can eat the best diet in the world, and you won't gain maximum benefit from it. What are some signs of digestive dysfunction and how can you repair them? Listen in to see!
Let's meet and greet so you know what this is all about, how it's going to happen, and why I'm here to take you on a health journey to healing and wellness with your own health breakthrough. You'll hear my story in detail to see why I am passionate about helping you and others.You can find out what I do at theproactivehealth.com and grab a Sugar: Friend or Foe freebie.