Cecili Wertz Eckert

What Your Gut Is Trying to Tell You: Stress Markers on a GI-MAP If you've ever taken a GI-MAP test and found the results overwhelming, you're not alone. It can seem like a page filled with random markers and medical terms. However, when you take a broader view, a deeper story often emerges—one closely related to stress. This story typically aligns with how you've been feeling, both physically and emotionally. It's not just mental stress. It's not just emotional stress. It's the kind of stress...

In today’s fast-paced world, achieving and maintaining wellness can feel like a daunting task. Many people seek quick fixes or isolated solutions, but true wellness comes from a balanced approach that nurtures the mind, body, and spirit. Holistic strategies offer a comprehensive path to enhance your overall health by addressing all aspects of your well-being. This article explores practical, natural ways to improve wellness naturally through holistic methods that you can incorporate into your...

Stress affects many parts of the body, but one of the most sensitive systems is digestion. When stress hits, it can cause discomfort, upset stomach, nausea, or even long-term digestive issues if you can't figure out how to navigate the stressors in your life. Understanding how stress impacts digestion and learning to recognize your feelings and needs can help you stop the stress response before it causes harm. Close-up view of a person holding their stomach in discomfort Stress can cause...