Doctor MaryJayne on Wellness
As a recognized leader in the Health, Wellness and Fitness Industries, Dr. Mary Jayne blogs on current research, fads and observations.
Mary Jayne is the founder of Profound WellnessTM, which was created to embrace the concept of whole-person health and provide avenues for each of us to discover and embark upon a journey toward a lifetime of Profound Wellness.
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Category: Aging Well
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Written by Dr MaryJayne
A recent Medscape article caught my eye and I thought you might be interested in what it had to say. It was an article on dementia.
I’ll bet that got your attention. It did mine – and for good reason.
Before I tell you about the interesting news from Medscape, let me share with you some facts on dementia from Alz.org and WHO.
- Dementia is a syndrome caused by a variety of brain illnesses that is generally chronic and progressive.
- Alzheimer’s is one form of dementia that accounts for about 70% of people diagnosed with dementia (Krista Hills, Dementia).
- Dementia is NOT a normal part of aging.
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Category: From Overwhelmed to Inspired - My New Book
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Written by Dr MaryJayne
The "N" in OWN.
Understanding which foods serve you and which do not is the foundation for choosing wisely. Remember the basics, eat your colors, avoid high glycemic foods, get enough protein for your age and lifestyle, enjoy high-quality fats and choose organic unprocessed food when possible.
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Category: Diet & Nutrition
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Written by Dr MaryJayne
... Burn more calories and improve your health quickly and easily? Here’s a NEAT idea...
You’ve probably heard about studies that have reported that even people who exercise regularly are at a higher risk for heart disease simply because their jobs or lifestyle generally causes them to sit most of the day.
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Category: From Overwhelmed to Inspired - My New Book
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Written by Dr MaryJayne
“Wellness - It's the best in each of us, a natural mix of elements that make us unique. Wellness is a conscious commitment to growth and improvement in all areas. Only then does the larger picture emerge.” ~ Anonymous
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Category: From Overwhelmed to Inspired - My New Book
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Written by Dr MaryJayne
Take a deep breath. Close your eyes and think about your body. What comes to mind?
Do you feel the mechanical miracle of the heart and lungs pumping away, continually supplying your cells with oxygen and nourishment? Do you see the spark of the billions of electrical impulses that allow for thoughts, emotions and movement? Can you sense the fluidity of chemical processes that produce energy and metabolism?
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Category: Diet & Nutrition
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Written by Dr MaryJayne
It’s the end of January. Did you make a resolution to lose weight? Statistics tell us that about 80% of resolutions fail by February.
How’s it going?
It’s been reported that as much as two-thirds of dieters regain the weight they lost - plus some - and that dieters are more likely to suffer from depression and poor self-esteem.
There are many reasons diets fail.
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Category: Living Wellness
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Written by Dr MaryJayne
Yikes! Here we are. The holiday season has crept up on us again. If you’re feeling as though you’re being chased by something just short of sinister, the feeling is well-founded. While the holidays are intended to be a time of celebration, gratitude, kindness and connection, often they also trigger stress, over indulgence, guilt and anxiety.
This is NOT the time to start a diet, make a resolution or begin a drastic health regimen. It IS a time to hunker down and hold on to our sanity, our composure, and our good judgment. We can think about a new routine in the new year.
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