by NWIM | Apr 12, 2022 | Anxiety, Depression, Sleep
The vagus nerve has long been overlooked and is finally getting the street cred it deserves. In true vagus nerve fashion, it didn’t get angry about being ignored for a millennia. It’s not the trigeminal nerve….it doesn’t throw fits. But it does play a very...
by NWIM | Dec 15, 2021 | Depression, Nutrition, NWIM Talk
High blood pressure impacts billions of people of all shapes and sizes, across the entire planet and according to data from the Oregon Health Authority, just a little over 1 of every 4 adults in Oregon. While there may be a specific reason for your high blood...
by NWIM | Dec 7, 2021 | Depression
What is SAD? Seasonal affective disorder (aka SAD – or more commonly called Seasonal Depression), is a type of depression that occurs when the season changes. This usually occurs when the colorful fall leaves turn into chilly winter snow – or here in the PNW,...
by NWIM | Nov 30, 2021 | Depression, Nutrition, Sleep
Yoga has been practiced for eons in a variety of forms, but commonly includes the practice of movement, controlled breathing and mindfulness. Practicing yoga, especially yoga focused on breath, has been shown to reduce symptoms of anxiety and depression. This...
by NWIM | Aug 31, 2021 | Anxiety, Depression, Men's Health, Women's Health
In a sea of over-the-counter sleep solutions, there is one product that seems to be marketed as the supreme option for natural sleep support and that is melatonin. But what exactly is it? It is commonly referred to as “the hormone of darkness” and this is simply...
by Jordan McLendon, ND | Dec 22, 2020 | Anxiety, Depression, Men's Health, NWIM Talk, Sleep, Video, Women's Health
As we enter the darker months of the year, we can be influenced by Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD, which is very fitting!). The symptoms are very similar to a major depressive disorders but are just regulated by the winter months. Watch the following video for some...
