Wellness Mama®
Simple Answers for Healthier Families
Dr. Michelle Sands is a #1 International Best-Selling Author, licensed Naturopathic Physician (ND), Co-Founder of GLOW Natural Wellness, and a highly sought-after Female Hormone and Epigenetics Expert. Dr. Michelle, her books and programs, have been featured on ABC, CBS, Outside Magazine, The Boston Herald, NBC, and Fox News, USA Today. Dr. Michelle is double board certified in Integrative Medicine and Naturopathic Medicine. In addition to her medical training, Dr. Michelle has received post graduate certification in Anti-aging, Epigenetics, Hormone Therapy and Functional Medicine. Dr. Michelle is also a Board-Certified Holistic Nutritionist, and competitive endurance athlete. But first and foremost, she is a loving wife and a proud mom.
Dr. Michelle believes that nature provides us with everything we need to heal our bodies and live optimally. And while science holds the keys to understanding our innate healing potential, in today’s modern world our bodies and minds are exposed to lots of un-natural things that take away from that optimal level of health.
Today, Dr. Sands sees women from all over the world at her virtual clinic GLOW Natural Wellness, and has a remarkable track record for improving health and happiness with her proven proprietary system, The Glow Protocol.
Dr. Michelle enjoys an active lifestyle and is a 7-time Ironman triathlon finisher, ultra-marathoner, former competitive kickboxer, world champion adventure racer and active, fun loving mom.
There’s been a lot of anti-butter propaganda in the past. For the longest time, people even thought margarine and vegetable oils were healthier options (not so much). So is butter bad for you or not? Without going all Paula Dean on you, there are a lot of reasons to enjoy butter and eat it often. …
Over 37 million Americans have diabetes and another 96 million are prediabetic. According to the medical community, we’ve reached epidemic proportions. Thankfully there are steps we can take to help reverse diabetes for a stronger, healthier body. Conquering diabetes is more than just trying to avoid insulin injections though. This disease causes a lot of …
They say sitting is the new smoking, but there’s a new trend that’s just as concerning: vaping. This smoking alternative is catching on fast. And some say it’s a healthier option. But is vaping safe or healthy? While the answer is pretty simple (no), this article will cover some of the risks and side effects. …
You may have heard the recent buzz about bakuchiol in skin serums. While this natural ingredient has been around for decades, more and more companies are using it in their skincare. Here’s what it is, how to use it, and if it’s really safe. Bakuchiol vs Babchi Pronounced (ba-koo-heel), bakuchiol is a monoterpene from babchi …
Also known as the “rest and digest” system, our parasympathetic nervous system is vital to health. Learn how things like yawning, taking a coloring book break, and other de-stressors can all lead to better health. Parasympathetic Nervous System: From Stressed to Rest The world we live in is far more chaotic and stressful than the …
There are now more collagen products on the market than ever before. You can find them as powders, gummies, chews, capsules, and even coffee creamer! NativePath Collagen makes a variety of products that I was recently able to try. While there are all kinds of collagen on the market, they’re not all created equal. I’m …
Having more energy, better sleep, and finally reaching that happy weight could be as simple as getting more sunshine. The benefits of sunlight include better mental, physical, and emotional health. There are many factors when it comes to our health, but sunshine plays an important role. As moms, we want to be able to wake …
As a mom, I’m always looking for the least invasive ways to optimize our family’s health. It’s even better when I don’t have to leave the house! That’s why I’m excited to tell you about Pulsed ElectroMagnetic Field therapy, or PEMF for short. Everyday electricity from our appliances, computers, WiFi, phones and other electromagnetic fields …
I’ve already posted in depth about some of the major problems with modern use of essential oils (in one of my most controversial posts to date), but essential oils do have many benefits, so I wanted to cover the positive side as well. Benefits of Essential Oils Though essential oils do have a dark side if used …
Ozone is often talked about in the context of the environment but is also a time-tested alternative treatment. Ozone therapy uses oxygen mixed with ozone gas for a wide range of health benefits and antibacterial applications. While it has tons of potential, there are some things to be cautious about, too. This post will explore …
We all know head lice is no fun, and quite possibly a terrifying prospect for any parent to deal with. As more drug-resistant strains emerge, it takes a bit of research to know what natural methods to deal with lice actually work. Especially when preparing for the start of school, a refresher can help! Here are …
Food addiction is a real problem in our modern society. Many women especially have a lot of guilt and shame around their weight and not being able to “control” their eating. But there are solutions for nagging food cravings and emotional eating that can finally get to the underlying causes of food addiction and help …
I always prefer natural remedies for illness when it’s appropriate since they often shorten illness (rather than just relieve symptoms). Hand, foot, and mouth disease (strange as the name may be) is just another illness that is usually best tended to at home. What Is Hand, Foot, and Mouth Disease? Hand, foot, and mouth disease …
When the flu bites, when the cold stings … these are a few of my least favorite things! (And I bet I’m not alone!) Fortunately, it is possible to protect against some cases of illness with natural remedies that boost the body’s amazing natural immune system. Even once an illness has struck, there are things …
September is Interstitial Cystitis (IC) Awareness Month. As the month draws to an end, I want to take this time to shed light on a bladder disease that affects millions of Americans as well as several of my close friends. Unfortunately, it isn’t as easy to remedy as a common cold, but there are some …
