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Are You Getting Enough Vitamin N?

Think By Design

Healthy TV | Episode 050

Hardly anyone talks about this essential ‘vitamin’… But when you’re getting enough Vitamin N, you will not only have a much higher quality of life, you will actually ADD QUALITY YEARS TO YOUR LIFE!

Just like we have a genetic requirement for getting 7-9hrs of sleep per night, consuming a diet of real food, getting lots of daily movement, maintaining a healthy structure, and having deep, meaningful relationships, our genes (and by extension, our physiology) literally have a requirement to spend time in nature.

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Welcome To Squat School!

Move By Design

We’ve all heard the rumors… Squatting is hard on your knees and absolutely terrible for your back, right?

In fact, I used to be one of those ‘experts’ who swore by this… Well intentioned of course, but poorly informed…

We just finished our annual 30 Day Squat Challenge and I’m so proud of everyone who participated all the way to the end! I’ve been sharing specific exercise videos on Facebook to help fix the most common problems people have…

Here they are all in one place:)

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Are Jolly Jumpers Really Safe?

Power By Design

It’s been 60 years since Susan Olivia Poole first patented and produced a children’s toy that has stood the test of time – the Jolly Jumper.

Based on a traditional swaddling technique, the Jolly Jumper is now promoted as a ‘baby exerciser’, and is distributed by some of the biggest box stores and brands in the world, from Amazon to Walmart.

This device, I’m sure, has been a godsend for thousands of mums and dads who just need a little ‘hands free’ time so they can get chores done around the house.

Sometimes, I’m sure putting your baby in a jumper is the only thing that will buy you a few minutes of peace, when all other attempts to quell a tantrum fail.

And we all know that exercise is good for everyone, even babies, right?

While the Jolly Jumper may provide hours of ‘bouncing around and giggling to no end’, when it comes to the healthy development of a child’s nervous system and skeleton, you may be surprised to hear that it can actually present some huge issues.

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5 Signs You May Have An Autoimmune Problem (And How To Start The ‘Fix’)

Life By Design

Is your body failing? Is it turning on itself and leaving you in pain, debilitated and frustrated?

You could have an Autoimmune Disease.

What is an autoimmune disease?

Autoimmune Diseases come in many different forms, some of which you know of, others that are more rare and even some that would likely surprise you. Conditions such as multiple sclerosis, lupus, thyroid diseases, diabetes, rheumatoid arthritis, IBS, psoriasis and many more.
With millions affected worldwide, autoimmune disorders are now becoming a leading cause of death among young and middle aged woman!

What causes an autoimmune problem?

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