Hi friend! This one stopped me in my tracks. A recent study from the University of New Mexico Health Sciences Center found that microplastics are being detected in human brain tissue, meaning these tiny plastic particles can cross the blood-brain barrier (the protective filter that keeps toxins out of your brain). Let that sink in for a second. Weāre talking about microscopic plastic fragments (from our water bottles, food containers, clothes, and even air) ending up in the most protected...
26 days agoĀ ā¢Ā 3 min read
Yesterday (September 21st) was World Alzheimerās Day. A day that many use to raise awareness and challenge the stigma around dementia. A day to highlight the importance of taking care of our brains EARLY. But if you've been with me for a while, you know that, here, that happens all the time! Did you know this??? 1 in 3 older adults dies with Alzheimerās or another dementia. In the United States, over 7 million people are living with Alzheimerās Nearly 12 million family members provide unpaid...
about 1 month agoĀ ā¢Ā 6 min read
Happy Friday! š The weekend is just around the corner, and what better way to kickstart the fun than by giving your brain a workout? As your go-to brain health cheerleader, I'm here to remind you that playing brain games isnāt just fun, itās also one of the best ways to keep your mind sharp and thriving. Why Brain Games? š¤ Mental Agility: Just like hitting the gym keeps your body fit, brain games keep your mind sharp. They enhance cognitive flexibility, making it easier for you to adapt to...
2 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 2 min read
July 22nd is World Brain Health Day š§ , but if you know me, then you know every day is Brain Health Day over here because hereās the truth: you canāt create a legendary life with a foggy mind, fractured focus, or fatigue running the show. Your brain is the command center of your destiny.This journey and my purpose, although fulfilling, came out of my pain and frustration trying to find solutions to my own struggles after YEARS of neglecting my sleep for the grind, which affected my brain's...
4 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 8 min read
As I write this, the top 2 trending things on my Threads are: Love Island USA š Medicaid and SNAP cuts This is the spectrum of being human in 2025. We scroll past reality TV recaps while trying to process policy shifts that impact real families and their access to healthcare. We plan our summer getaways while wondering whatās happening to our safety nets. For this weekend's edit, in the spirit of Love Island USA (and for a much-needed levity moment), I'll be sharing a mini recap of my recent...
4 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 4 min read
Hi friend! Ready to transform your gut (and brain) in 30 days? Let's do it together! If youāve been feeling mentally foggy, low on energy, or not quite yourself latelyā¦ your gut might be trying to tell you something. Your gut and brain are in constant communication, and when your gut is off, everything from your focus to your sleep and even your mood can take a hit. Thatās why Iām inviting you to join me (and the CEO Wellness Club community) for a FREE 30-Day Gut Health Challenge in...
5 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min read
Hi friend. If you've been keeping up with me on Instagram, you know that after almost 9 years in Miami, I relocated across states (more on that later). After settling into my new place, I realized that if I wanted to walk the talk on brain health and sleep optimization, I had to start with my bedroom! Our bedrooms can secretly sabotage our sleep (bad lighting, bad vibes, bad air, and bad habits). So Iām revamping mine into a true sleep oasis, and Iām bringing you along for every step. Think:...
6 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 4 min read
Where you live matters when it comes to HIV exposure chances. The truth is that talking about HIV openly is still taboo. But not in our CEO Wellness Club community. I am committed to continuing to have these conversations and create awareness around topics that affect our health, our well-being, and our longevity. HIV is no different. Your ZIP code matters. Nearly HALF of all new HIV cases in the US are in the South. The 6 US metro areas with the highest HIV rates are: Ft. Lauderdale, Miami;...
6 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 1 min read
Hey friend. It's Mental Health Awareness Month, and although the discourse on mental health has improved a lot over the years (and I love that), what I find lacking is addressing other factors beyond the emotional aspects that affect your mental health. Iām so in love with the community Iāve created with all of you. We're open, vulnerable, and raw. Itās a real community, and here you feel safe to talk, ask, and share about anything, even if it is not necessarily health & wellness related....
6 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 5 min read
It's almost the weekend, and Happy Good Friday and Easter Weekend for those who observe it! As usual for Fridays in our community, I want to leave you with a round-up of some of the new things I'm trying, reading, or doing. Just sharing what I'm loving (or not!) in a less formal way. Five (5) minutes or less, but full of resources so it can serve you and be worth your read. Always nearing the weekend, so you will have time to read and act on the things that you feel called to. I feel like we...
7 months agoĀ ā¢Ā 3 min read