This blog expands on our summer safety newsletter. Make sure you subscribe to our email list to receive the latest in healthcare and wellness with GLIM! One of the first things we think of when we think of summer is all of the fresh fruits and vegetables that are available. Summer squash, watermelon, and berries are just a few foods that make an appearance on summertime kitchen tables. While you can find summer produce in almost any grocery store, try exploring your local far

This blog is part of the Fall 2021 Detox Kickoff with GLIM! Have you ever enjoyed your lunch, sat back down at your desk to continue working, and felt the dreaded pang of indigestion? What do you do? Loosen your belt a notch, maybe? Sip some warm tea? Many of us are working from home these days, and this may give us the opportunity to incorporate a few moments of healing movement when we find ourselves in this position! Yoga poses can assist with digestion by increasing circu

By Lauren Hollmer, GLIM Intern This blog is part of the Fall 2021 Detox Kickoff with GLIM! While I love the changes this detox has brought to my boring kitchen routine, it’s nice to also know that eating out while detoxing is totally doable. At first glance, the detox program appears to present some challenges to ordering whatever looks good. However, with proper planning and thought, it is relatively easy to find a clean and tasty meal that follows the guidelines. To get yo

This blog is part of the Fall 2021 Detox Kickoff with GLIM! Many are familiar with the household remedy for an upset stomach: Ginger ale. Some have debunked this myth, while others stand by the spicy bubbles as the ultimate cure. Beyond its healing powers in the realms of digestion, studies of ginger have actually uncovered even more applications, such as a natural treatment for autoimmune disorders. A number of phytochemicals found in ginger play a significant role in the re

By Lauren Hollmer, GLIM Intern “Detox” is a daunting word that can incite images of strict juice cleanses, calorie counting, and maybe some extended time in the bathroom. When I first heard about the opportunity to try the NuMedica 14-Day Detox , I was intimidated. After doing some research and listening to the potential benefits, I figured I would at least give it a chance. Women encounter over 120 toxins each day before even leaving the house every morning. This prolonged e

As summer comes to a close, have you found yourself more tired than usual, getting sick easily, having difficulty losing weight, or experiencing overall mental or body fatigue? It may be time for a detox! Throughout the summer we change our eating habits and many other aspects of our routines. These changes can cause daily toxins to accumulate. When these toxins are not removed properly, they lead to body and mind fatigue, weight gain, difficulty sleeping, reduced immunity, a

I vividly remember going to my grandmother’s house every Saturday and helping her water the plants in her mini-garden. If I was lucky, I would be treated to a warm cup of tulsi tea, which I would happily sip curled up on the couch as she would tell me all about the “superpowers” it would give me. Tulsi, or Holy Basil, is a herb used in Ayurveda, which is a holistic, alternative system of medicine historically rooted in India. A common addition to numerous Indian households, T

Healthy weight is more than just a number on a scale, it’s about feeling great in your body and confident that you are on the path to meeting your own health goals. This Healthy Weight Week (January 24-30th), take charge of your health goals, and work with GLIM to feel and look your best! Follow along our week-long calendar to make the most of Healthy Weight Week in a fun way! Sunday, January 24th What is your “Healthy Weight”? Many people misconstrue what it means to be at a

Daylight savings is a great reminder for self care Daylight savings is a great reminder for self care. Let the brilliant red-orange leaves and shorter days remind us the importance of cleansing our bodies with the changing seasons. As we prepare for the clocks to fall back let's also ready ourselves for the cold, flu and Covid season ahead with a detoxification program to reboot our digestion and boost our immune system. GLIM is featuring a Fall Detox Program by NuMedica at $