I know I’m not alone, many of us have felt disconnected or even frustrated with our bodies. Yet, we can shift from feeling like our bodies are failing us to actively optimizing our health. Taking responsibility for our choices, especially around food, is a powerful step in supporting wellness. Sometimes, small changes make a big impact. Many people find that simply eliminating gluten or sugar for a few weeks brings surprising benefits.
"Our health is determined by what we eat and how we eat it. As our only renewable resource besides air and water, food is the fabric out of which we create ourselves everyday"- Gail Reichstein
I’ll close with a gentle reminder: often, our bodies give signs of digestive imbalance, but we acclimate and dismiss these as "normal." Symptoms like bloating, excessive gas, fatigue, brain fog, loose stools, constipation, yeast infections, excess phlegm, or skin issues are signals that something is off. Listen to your body and take action, consulting with a TCM, Ayurveda, or nutrition specialist is a great start. Gail Reichstein’s Wood Becomes Water and books by David Frawley offer insights into balancing health from these perspectives.
As you take responsibility for your health and begin to feel stronger, the journey itself can become inspiring. I once read, “Maintaining health is easier than regaining health” which resonates, as it takes effort at first, but sustaining wellness can be truly joyful. Diet is just one piece of the health puzzle, but it’s a powerful one.
Thank you for reading. I’m passionate about this topic and hope it resonates. Please feel free to reach out with questions!
Jai Ma 