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: Diet & Nutrition
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Written by Dr MaryJayne
The Health, Fitness, Wellness industry has been the object of my passion for nearly 40 years. Through the years, I have worked with a variety of businesses, organizations and personal clients. My professional experiences along with being a mother of two has moved me to become an advocate for healthy changes in schools, families, neighborhoods and businesses. Along with that I have partnered with and trained fitness and wellness professionals as well as business and community leaders who share this passion for helping individuals and communities foster positive healthful change.
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Category: Women's Wellness
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Written by Dr MaryJayne
Kicking a sugar habit can prove difficult when life throws us curveballs. Take your health back and just say no to indulgence.
I have noticed that more and more businesses keep a small bowl of candy in reception areas and on countertops. They are practically becoming part of the décor. The other day, while waiting for my hairstylist, a woman marched over to the obligatory bowl of candy, snatched up a fistful of candy and announced, "I need some sugar!" She was not a diabetic in distress; she was not faint from not eating. She had an emotional need for not just one piece of candy—but a fistful.
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Category: Aging Well
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Written by Dr MaryJayne
Why all the fuss about protein?
As someone who has been in the fitness industry for over 30 years as well as someone who has "formal training" in nutrition and exercise, I felt as though I had a pretty good handle on protein requirement and intake. As a physically active vegetarian, I have been keenly aware that I must make sure I am getting adequate protein in my diet at every meal and most snacks. I felt confident that I was eating properly for my body size and lifestyle.
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Category: Doctor MaryJayne
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Written by Dr MaryJayne
Breathing; it’s the thing we do every second of every day; day in and day out. Most often our breath happens without giving any thought to it, unless we are “out of it” or need to “catch it” or if some circumstance “takes it away.” Some of us take time during the day to notice our breath, focus on it, and use it to calm us and to help nourish our bodies and souls.
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Category: Doctor MaryJayne
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Written by Dr MaryJayne
Many of us find there are times in our lives when we are alone. Perhaps we are living alone as a young adult in our first apartment, or newly single after a divorce or loss of a partner. Unfortunately, the society we live in does not value the concept of alone. We are often made to feel as though aloneness is sad, depressing or even socially unacceptable.
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Category: Dr. MJ's Reflections
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Written by Dr MaryJayne
As the stress builds, many find themselves behind the eight ball to finish everything on their list. Take a moment to stop, breath and relax a little with these 4 tips.
As the holiday season settles in to the stores, our neighborhoods, the airwaves and upon the earth, looking ahead to the season can bring warm anticipation. Thoughts of seeing family and friends in celebration can be delightful!
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Category: Wellness & Disease Management
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Written by Dr MaryJayne
Believe it or not, almost everyone you know has suffered some form of psychological trauma; perhaps from an extreme illness or injury, heartbreak, abuse, intense grief, or catastrophe. When we go through personal crises such as these, we can experience symptoms of trauma that include: anxiety, anger, depression and grief. This may be more common than you think.
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