Optimal Health

Your Health Journey: Finding Your Path with Nurse Wellness Coach and Certified Holistic Registered Nurse, Karen Paulosky Benton

Community Health, Optimal Health, Personal Wellbeing

Welcome back to our health coach blog series! In the spring, we introduced the concept of health coaching and how it can be a transformative force in achieving your wellness vision. We heard from Sarah Hehir, a local certified health coach and physical therapist, about… Read More »Your Health Journey: Finding Your Path with Nurse Wellness Coach and Certified Holistic Registered Nurse, Karen Paulosky Benton

Health Coach and community resource, Sarah Hehir, MSPT, CHC, FNIP

Unlock Your Health Potential: A Chat with Local Health Coach Sarah Hehir, MSPT, CHC, FNIP

Community Health, Optimal Health, Personal Wellbeing

Are you feeling stuck in your health journey? Do you have a vision for a healthier, more vibrant you but aren’t sure how to get there? You’re not alone! Many individuals find themselves needing guidance and support to navigate the often-complex world of wellness. That’s… Read More »Unlock Your Health Potential: A Chat with Local Health Coach Sarah Hehir, MSPT, CHC, FNIP

Living with MS: Finding Strength and Balance

Community Health, Functional Medicine, Optimal Health, Personal Wellbeing

This month, in recognition of Multiple Sclerosis (MS) Awareness Month, we hope to foster understanding on how to support someone in your life who may have been diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS). People with MS look fine on the outside but often have underlying symptoms… Read More »Living with MS: Finding Strength and Balance

Ashwagandha: The Adaptogen You Need to Know About

Functional Medicine, Optimal Health, Personal Wellbeing

In today’s fast-paced world, stress has become a common foe. It can wreak havoc on our physical and mental health, leaving us feeling drained, anxious, and overwhelmed. But what if there was a natural way to combat stress and promote overall well-being? Enter adaptogens, a… Read More »Ashwagandha: The Adaptogen You Need to Know About

A Brighter Future: Combating the Rise of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases

Community Health, Direct Primary Care, Optimal Health, Personal Wellbeing

We recently took care of a family that had a child with pertussis, also known as whooping cough. This illness highlighted a surge in the number of vaccine-preventable illnesses that we are seeing globally, nationally and even here in northern Michigan. Dr. Vince recently attended… Read More »A Brighter Future: Combating the Rise of Vaccine-Preventable Diseases

Summer Fun Without the Meltdown: Tips for Working Parents

Community Health, Mental Health, Optimal Health, Personal Wellbeing

Summer. A time for sunshine, vacations, and…chaos? For parents, balancing work, childcare, and family activities while ensuring everyone has a fun and fulfilling summer can feel like an impossible juggling act. However, with a bit of planning and a lot of flexibility, it’s possible to… Read More »Summer Fun Without the Meltdown: Tips for Working Parents

Unwrapping the Benefits of Intentional Gift-Giving

Optimal Health, Personal Wellbeing

Beyond the glittering paper and colorful bows lies a profound opportunity to foster connections, spread joy, and surprisingly, enhance our own well-being. Let’s explore the often-overlooked realm of intentional gift-giving and its profound impact on our health. From boosting mental well-being to strengthening social bonds,… Read More »Unwrapping the Benefits of Intentional Gift-Giving

Tips to love your heart and prevent heart disease

Nurturing Gratitude: Three Ways to Practice As A Family

Optimal Health

The holiday season is upon us, and with it comes the joy of gift-giving, the anticipation of cherished traditions, and the warmth of family gatherings. However, this time of year can also bring the pressure of comparing presents and the inevitable disappointment that sometimes follows.… Read More »Nurturing Gratitude: Three Ways to Practice As A Family

Navigating Cold and Flu Season: Strengthening Your Immune Health

Covid-19, Functional Medicine, Gut Health, Optimal Health

The onset of the cold and flu season brings with it common symptoms such as runny noses, sore throats, and persistent coughs, which can be quite tiresome. Thankfully, there are numerous measures we can take to bolster our immune systems, reducing the severity and duration… Read More »Navigating Cold and Flu Season: Strengthening Your Immune Health

Dr. Vince shares ideas for a healthier you

10 Ideas For a Healthier You

Optimal Health

Ten Ideas for a Healthier You with Dr. Vince WinklerPrins, MD, FAAFP Maintaining a healthy lifestyle involves a combination of balanced nutrition, physical activity, mental well-being, and mindful habits. Dr. Vince WinklerPrins, Table Health family physician, has compiled ten actionable ideas to help you achieve… Read More »10 Ideas For a Healthier You