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Celtic Sea Salt Benefits: Why Selina Naturally® Is the Gold Standard for Mineral Balance
A worker harvesting Celtic sea salt, showcasing Selina Naturally® as the gold standard for achieving mineral balance. Not all salt is created equal—and the difference matters more than most people realize. While modern nutrition has taught us to fear salt, the real issue is not salt itself , but the type of salt we consume. Selina Naturally® Celtic Sea Salt stands apart because it is a truly whole, unprocessed salt that supports the body the way nature intended. This is why

Gwen Krehbiel
7 days ago5 min read


How Emotions Affect Your Organs: The Mind–Body Connection Explained
Have you ever noticed how stress tightens your stomach, grief feels heavy in your chest, or anger makes your body feel hot and tense?
These experiences aren’t random. There is a well-established connection between emotional health and organ function, and your body often expresses unresolved emotions through physical symptoms.
Understanding how emotions affect your organs can provide powerful insight into chronic symptoms that don’t seem to have a clear medical explanat

Gwen Krehbiel
Jan 133 min read


Brain-Boosting Activities
Engage your mind with activities that stimulate creativity and enhance cognitive function. Your brain is constantly adapting to how you use it. While apps and digital “brain training” tools are popular, some of the most effective brain-boosting activities are simple, accessible, and backed by long-standing research. If you’re looking to support mental clarity, focus, and long-term cognitive health, here are practical ways to strengthen your brain naturally. 1. Brain-Boosting

Gwen Krehbiel
Jan 92 min read


Adaptogens for Stress Relief: How SHAPE MOOD Balance Supports Mind, Hormones, and Digestion
If you’re like many women in midlife, stress shows up in more ways than one—low energy, irritability, restless sleep, stubborn weight, or even digestive upset. You may be “doing everything right” with nutrition and exercise, yet stress still leaves you feeling out of balance.
This is where adaptogens can be life-changing. Adaptogens are nature’s way of helping your body adapt to stress, regulate hormones, and restore resilience. And when combined with digestive support, th

Gwen Krehbiel
Jan 73 min read


Healthy Habits: 10 Daily Habits That Changed My Life
Health is rarely built through one big change. More often, it’s shaped through daily rhythms that help the body feel safe, supported, and predictable.

Gwen Krehbiel
Jan 53 min read


Why Take an Epsom Salt Bath
Why Take an Epsom Salt Bath? People have been adding herbs, flowers, and minerals to their bathwater for centuries to soothe the body and calm the mind. Among these timeless rituals, the use of Epsom salts stands out for its remarkable ability to relax muscles, ease tension, and support detoxification. Epsom salts were first discovered in the spa town of Epsom, England , in the 1600s. For hundreds of years, they’ve been used to treat a wide range of ailments—from sore muscle

Gwen Krehbiel
Jan 43 min read


The Vagus Nerve: Your Secret Weapon in Fighting Stress
The Vagus Nerve is the longest, most complex cranial nerve, which is why it’s derived from the Latin word vagus, meaning “vagrant, wanderer”. It innervates the muscles of the throat (pharynx and larynx) and the organs of respiration (lungs), circulation (heart), digestion (stomach, liver, pancreas, duodenum, small intestine, & the ascending and transverse sections of the large intestine), and elimination (kidneys).

Gwen Krehbiel
Mar 4, 20256 min read


The Secret to Deep Relaxation and Mind-Enhancement with BrainTap
A woman relaxes while using the BrainTap headset, designed for deep relaxation and mind enhancement. Imagine a world where stress no...

Gwen Krehbiel
Feb 25, 20254 min read


Uncovering the Best Strategies for Managing Stress-Induced Weight Gain After 40
Uncovering the Best Strategies for Managing Stress-Induced Weight Gain After 40 Managing weight can be particularly challenging after 40, as life brings new stressors and transitions. From shifting family dynamics to career changes, these factors can lead to stress-induced weight gain. In this post, we will explore practical strategies to help you navigate these challenges effectively, empowering you to maintain your health and well-being. Understanding Stress and Its Impact

Gwen Krehbiel
Jan 21, 20254 min read


EMFs: The Invisible Stressor of Modern Life
EMFs: The Invisible Stressor of Modern Life Electromagnetic fields (EMFs) have become an unavoidable part of our lives. From the devices in our pockets to the infrastructure powering our homes, we are surrounded by electromagnetic energy. While technological advancements bring convenience, they also raise concerns about long-term exposure and its impact on health. What Are EMFs? EMFs are invisible energy waves emitted by electrical devices and wireless technologies. They come

Gwen Krehbiel
Dec 10, 20245 min read


8 Ways to Tame Back-to-School Stress & Anxiety
The good news is that with a little planning, you can help your kids navigate this transition more smoothly. Read on for tips to tame back-to-school stress so your family can have a successful start to the year.

Gwen Krehbiel
Aug 18, 20246 min read


Stress: It’s Not All In Your Head
While most consider emotional health to be only psychological, we believe emotional health is also physiological. Physiology refers to how your organs and body systems function.
The stress you feel is not all in your head. Let’s explore how stress affects your body, how your physiology affects your emotions and then talk about what you can do about it.

Gwen Krehbiel
Sep 12, 20233 min read


Eat Your Stress Goodbye - Stress Reducing Diet
When life feels heavy, many of us instinctively reach for comfort foods — a creamy pasta dish, a glass of wine, or that chocolate bar calling from the cupboard. It’s human nature to soothe discomfort through food.

Gwen Krehbiel
Jul 19, 20234 min read


Let’s Get Physical: Exercise and the SHAPE Program
One of the most common questions I hear from clients starting the SHAPE Program is:“Is it okay to exercise during Phase I?”
The answer is yes — with mindfulness.
Light to moderate movement is encouraged, but pushing too hard too soon can work against your body’s healing process. The goal in Phase I is to reduce inflammation, rebalance hormones, and restore energy, not to deplete it.

Gwen Krehbiel
May 9, 20234 min read
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