Resources
The Wellness Scoop!
The following list of wellness practitioners, centers and books are my favorites in their categories. I’ve had personal experience with everyone and every place listed and highly recommend them. I will continue to add to this list as I continue to seek out the best of the best.
If you’ve had experience with a wellness center or practitioner that you would like to recommend, please contact me.
Acupuncture
Allison Bower, MAc, LAc & Functional Medicine Practitionera
Cary, NC
216-702-9967
Breast Thermography
If you want to take a truly pro-active approach to your health and in particular, to reducing your risk of breast cancer, have a breast thermography done and interpreted by an experienced doctor. Studies show that thermography can detect the potential for a tumor 5 to 6 years before anything would ever be detected on a mammogram. I am not suggesting you stop getting mammograms. I am suggesting you add thermography to your healthy living practices.
fyi – They also do full body thermography for an even bigger picture of your overall health.
Holistic Dentistry
Why a holistic dentist? Many, many reasons, but Dr. Sam will explain it all to you on your first, free visit. Dr. Sam, his wife Cindy (a dental hygienist) and all the staff are incredibly attentive and caring.
Holistic Medical Centers
“Combines cutting-edge diagnostics, nutrition, detoxification and medical treatments in a luxurious setting, making it a model healing center for the 21st century.” – Alternative Medicine Magazine
Sanoviv, derived from the Spanish words “healthy living”, provides your mind, body and spirit with a toxic-free environment to restore your health. Sanoviv has created a unique standard of quality, excellence and cleanliness never before seen in medical care.
This place is incredible! I was there for a week in 2002 and a week in 2015. If you are dealing with a chronic health issue that you have not been able to resolve, please consider giving yourself the gift of at least a week at Sanoviv. At least check out their website, a wealth of information for holistic health & healing.
Organization
It’s hard to feel or be well when you’re stressed out or when your physical environment is in disarray. I know. I’ve been there… a lot! Michelle and her team are wonderful at making you feel ‘normal’ and helping to bring serenity to the decluttering process.
Yoga
Hot Yoga Baltimore
(formerly Bikram Yoga Catonsville)
Baltimore, MD
410-242-2748
Yoga
While I believe just about everyone can benefit from yoga, and one of my favorite forms is Bikram yoga (in case it wasn’t obvious by the list above), I also believe that Bikram (yoga done in a 105⁰ room) is not for everyone. Most studios will let you try at least one class for free or cheap, so give it a try. If it’s not for you, try one of the many other variations of yoga. If you’re not sure which one to start with, look for a beginner’s Hatha yoga class.
Books I Recommend:
Being Mortal: Medicine and What Matters in the End – Atul Gawande
Inconceivable: Winning The Fertility Game
A true story of one woman’s triumph over statistics – Julia Indichova
The Power of Intention – Dr. Wayne Dyer
The Psychology of Winning – Dr. Denis Waitley
7 Habits of Highly Effective People – Dr. Stephen Covey
Mouthful of Poison: The Truth About Mercury Amalgam Fillings – Dr. Myron Wentz
The Healthy Home: Simple Truths to Protect Your Family from Hidden Household Dangers – Dave Wentz, Dr. Myron Wentz & Donna K Wallace
