http://drlifespeaks.com Wellness Education & Empowerment by Dr. Maiysha Clairborne MD Tue, 07 Feb 2012 19:00:04 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.2.1 http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/04/21/eat-sleep-breathe/ http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/04/21/eat-sleep-breathe/#comments Wed, 21 Apr 2010 18:34:39 +0000 DrLifeSpeaks http://drlifespeaks.com/?p=365 Newborns do five main things in that first few weeks of life that keeps them balanced: Eat, Sleep, Breathe, Eliminate, and Cry.  I”m sure you’re thinking that the first four things are a given but the “cry” part…where does that fit in.  I’ll tell you later. First let’s talk about the first three (elimination is a whole blog in itself if you could believe it….it’s coming). The three simplest activities that keep us balanced if done proportionately and properly are the three things that we seem to take for granted…especially the breathing. We breathe automatically, because our brain is designed to force us to breathe to keep our bodies functioning properly; to keep oxygen flowing to the brain and tissues.  However, we don’t always recognize the value of breathing consciously instead of unconsciously.  Take for instance you are in the middle of your crazy day, running from one meeting to the next (or in my case one patient to the next).  Taking 1 minute (that’s right 60 seconds) to STOP, close your eyes, and take several deep breaths, can be just the shot of tranquility you need re-focus and get through the next few hours (try it right now…pause and [...]]]> http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/04/21/eat-sleep-breathe/feed/ 0 http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/04/14/aging-with-vitality/ http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/04/14/aging-with-vitality/#comments Wed, 14 Apr 2010 01:21:34 +0000 DrLifeSpeaks http://drlifespeaks.com/?p=344 There is so much talk about anti-aging out there that our minds are fixed upon fighting what is a natural process.  Although we refuse to accept it in every way possible, the body will age…the question is, how will you age. What I often tell my patients is that the most important thing is not to stop aging but truly to age gracefully and have the best quality of life possible in that aging process.  What does that mean? It means being able to enjoy life to the fullest mind, body, and spirit.  It means that some things you were doing at 20 you will not be doing at 50, it also means that  some things you were doing at 20 you will be doing even better! The key is embracing yourself in each stage of life. So what are the things that keep vitality in your life during the aging process? To start, making sure you have the very basics in life:  Oxygen, Sleep, Water, Sensory Awareness, Physical Activity, Fun, Satisfying work,and Healthy Nutrition.  Beyond basics other things such as Emotional Awareness (and healthy emotional expression), Healthy Outlets for Stress, Companionship (platonic and romantic), Passion or purpose in life, and [...]]]> http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/04/14/aging-with-vitality/feed/ 0 http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/03/25/healthy-turkey-burger/ http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/03/25/healthy-turkey-burger/#comments Thu, 25 Mar 2010 19:03:01 +0000 DrLifeSpeaks http://drlifespeaks.com/?p=329 Okay, meat eaters this one’s for you!  I love a good turkey burger once in awhile (especially on “cookout holidays”). Here is a healthy recipe that will have your taste buds popping!  Vegetarians in the house,  I wish I could give a suitable substitution suggestion for this one, but I’m afraid I’m drawing a blank on this one.  But not to worry, I’ve got something special coming up for you next week on the “burger/pattie” front! Healthy fact: Turkey contains Tryptophan which is closely related to the Seratonin in our brains that can help relax us and even make us feel a little sleepy.  The Tryptophan in Seratonin can also give off good feelings.  Enjoy! TURKEY TERIYAKI BURGERS 1 package turkey meat 1 egg 1 cup teriyaki 1 cup bread crumbs (any flavor) Put teriyaki in large bowl. Slowly add bread crumbs and mix. You don’t need to use the entire cup of bread crumbs. Mix teriyaki and crumbs very well until a brownish moist bread crumb pile results. Add turkey meat and egg to the large bowl. Mix well. Use a mayo lid or pancake molder to form the perfect shaped burger. Put the burgers on a grill at [...]]]> http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/03/25/healthy-turkey-burger/feed/ 0 http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/03/25/video-wellness-tip-of-the-week/ http://drlifespeaks.com/2010/03/25/video-wellness-tip-of-the-week/#comments Thu, 25 Mar 2010 03:35:30 +0000 DrLifeSpeaks http://drlifespeaks.com/?p=326 Jumpstart Your Life Balance or Wellness Program with Dr. Maiysha from Anywhere in the World. Visit www.mbswellness.org or call 404-478-9868 to Get Started Now! 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The answers to these questions should bring you to an acute awareness of what you might be missing! Touch Touch is a biological need that can only be met through contact with another human or animal.  Studies have showed that when touch is denied or severely restricted in infants, they die.  Other studies have suggested that humans have developed some self destructive methods of compensation to satisfy the hunger for touch including smoking, overeating, nail-biting, compulsive sexual behavior, and even physical [...]]]> http://drlifespeaks.com/2009/08/15/noticing-your-senses/feed/ 0 http://drlifespeaks.com/2009/08/15/the-role-of-breathing-in-the-workplace/ http://drlifespeaks.com/2009/08/15/the-role-of-breathing-in-the-workplace/#comments Sat, 15 Aug 2009 05:39:27 +0000 DrLifeSpeaks http://drlifespeaks.com/?p=46 The Role of Breathing in the Workplace During a busy work day have you ever stopped and noticed how you are breathing? During a stressful conversation or argument have you ever noticed how tense the body is and how restricted and shallow the breathing is? Do you ever just stop during the day to take a deep breath and clear the mind? The human body is amazingly resilient with the ability to last a few weeks without food and a few days without water. Take away oxygen and the body only lasts a few minutes.  However, since the process of breathing has been happening automatically in us since the day we were born, most hardly give attention to it now. Breathing is importance in many facets. The most obvious is to supply oxygen to every cell in the body so that our bodies are energized and can function properly.  When we are breathing properly the thought process is clearer, digestion is smoother, the muscles are stronger and more agile, and the senses are sharper.   When we take a deep breath the body is energized and the muscles relaxed. What are the things that influence our breathing in our daily lives?  [...]]]> http://drlifespeaks.com/2009/08/15/the-role-of-breathing-in-the-workplace/feed/ 0