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Bloating can be a real pain, both physically and emotionally. Many women experience bloating, which can make you feel uncomfortable and self-conscious. The good news is that you don't have to live with it! Holistic practices can offer effective and natural relief from...

Your gut is often called your second brain, and for good reason! A healthy gut can improve your mood, boost your immune system, and help you feel more energetic. For women, gut health is especially important as it can impact hormone balance, weight management, and...

Assessing gut health is a crucial step in understanding and improving overall well-being. The health of our gut impacts not only our digestive system but also influences various aspects of our physical and mental health, from immune function to mood regulation. ...

Gut health plays a crucial role in iron absorption because the majority of iron absorption occurs in the small intestine. Iron deficiency anemia is a common medical condition characterized by a decrease in the number of red blood cells or the amount of hemoglobin...

Weight loss is a multi-billion-dollar industry that continues to grow. According to the National Institute for Health, in the United States, 30.7% of adults are overweight and 42.4% are obese.  Obesity can increase the risk of developing chronic conditions such...

Did you know the health of your gut can affect your estrogen levels? The estrobolome is a collection of bacteria housed in the gut that helps your body break down and regulate the levels of estrogen circulating in your body. Signs of an unhealthy gut can include...

Upper crossed syndrome (UCS) occurs when the muscles in the neck, shoulders, and chest become imbalanced, usually as a result of poor posture. People often adopt this position when they are: readingwatching TVbikingdrivingusing a laptop, computer, or smartphone People...

Welcome to Dr. Lindsay’ Lessons!! I’m  Dr. Lindsay with Healthy Motives 365, where I help clients Find Health In Every Day by Assisting them in Eliminating the bad habits that can lead to chronic disease!  Today’ Lesson is all about PORTION CONTROL! ...

What good is money? without health? Check out my interview with DeSheena Woodard of Extravagantly Broke! We discuss the following: 1️⃣Why maintaining a healthy lifestyle is important for wellbeing. 2️⃣The impact poor health can have on your finances. 3️⃣Costly habits...

Did you know the products you use every day could potentially affect your health? Check out this video with Dr. Lindsay Banks, owner of Healthy Motives 365 and Barb Neely, owner of Mama's Brown Sugar as they discuss Healthy Beauty. This informational session...

May is Mental Health Awareness Month!  Check out my interview below with Cayman Tirado, MA, LCDC, CPS, RYT 200. Topics Discussed: Common Mental Health MisconceptionsHow mental well-being can affect us physiologicallyMental Health vs. Mental...

Did you know that cellulite affects 80 to 90% of women?!  So if you have some you are not alone and there is definitely no reason to be ashamed of it.  With that being said, you may still wonder what causes it and if there is something you can do about...

October is National Chiropractic Health Month! In honor of this month, I figured I would write a blog focusing on Chiropractic and its many benefits! What is Chiropractic? Chiropractic means “To be done by hand.”  Chiropractic is a healthcare profession that...

Carbohydrates commonly known as “carbs” are one of the three main macronutrients, which also includes protein and fat. It’s important that we have a balanced diet that supplies us with the appropriate amounts of each to ensure our body has sufficient nutrients to...

Burning Calories is a big topic in the health and wellness industry.  There are so many different types of diets and supplements out there that claim to increase your metabolism that it can be absolutely confusing to decide what you should eat or what supplements...

Change is hard! Matter of fact, I wrote a blog about it last year, you can check it out here. Recently, I have been really working on strengthening my mind so I can do some things that I have always wanted to but never seem to get around to doing. For example...

We live in a world where people can become obsessed with appearance. There is absolutely nothing wrong with wanting to look your best whenever possible but when it becomes your primary focus it can lead to actions that may not be the best choice for your overall...

Do you get enough sleep at night? For the majority of Americans, the answer is NO!  This isn’t hard to tell from the amount of coffee, energy drinks and caffeine supplements we consume as a society.  The occasional consumption of caffeine can have benefits...

Throughout life we are exposed to various toxins that can take a toll on our health. Toxins can be found in the food we eat, the water we drink, the environment we are exposed to daily, household cleaning products and the personal care products we use every day!...

FacebookLinkedInSaturday, June 08, 2019 Weight loss is a big topic! There are tons of products that are geared towards losing weight quickly. Some even market weight loss products that require you to do no additional work on your part! As an educated, passionate...