Dr. Christina Rahm: My December Reflections
What comes to your mind when you think of December? For me, it is of course Christmas, family, and friends. I would be remiss not to mention St. Nicholas Day, Hanukkah, Kwanza, and even Boxing Day for my many British friends, as other December highlights. I love that the holiday season is in full force […]
Dr Rahm: The power of mentors
I have been writing columns for Pure Living Nashville for a year and genuinely enjoy the collaboration. I have typically authored topics from an educational perspective such as healthy living initiatives, wellness strategies, nutritional disciples, the importance of quality sourced supplements, skin health, and even detoxification. However, this month, I have chosen to write on […]
October and those pesky allergies
According to a national Gallup survey in which 1,000 Americans were asked what their favorite month of the year was, October was their favorite. I could not agree more as I love October, especially living in Nashville! By October, we are through summer’s hot temperatures and transition into a new season of cooler temperatures, amazingly […]
September marks National Suicide Prevention Week
Suicide prevention is not a pleasant topic for discussion, yet it is an important one. The month of September marks National Suicide Prevention Week. The initiative, held annually since 1975, is a campaign to inform and engage both the public and healthcare professionals on warning signs that can often lead to suicide. Accordingly, the campaign […]
Sunscreen Is Not All You Need to Protect Your Skin!
As a child, I knew I wanted to work in a field where I could help people. I wavered back and forth between becoming a medical doctor, a veterinarian (as I LOVE animals), or a research scientist. Though, at one point and time, I also wanted to be a chef and an artist as my […]
The Science Behind the ‘Business’ of Healthy Coffee
According to Craft Coffee Spot, the average coffee drinker, in the United States alone, consumes three cups of coffee per day, with nearly 179 billion cups drank annually. Luckily, coffee is a rich source of antioxidants, which helps in preventing damage caused by free radicals (atoms that can harm cells). Coffee contains bioactive compounds, including […]
Summer Food, Cookouts & Your Gut Microbiome
As our busy schedules evolve, it is often difficult to consistently stay on a healthy and nutritious diet regimen. Sometimes, fast food becomes dominant due to our overly strenuous schedules. With Memorial Day in conclusion, our kids out of school, and the official start of summer upon us, these events often equate to unregulated summer […]
Dr. Christina Rahm: Let’s Discuss Mental Health
I studied psychology while an undergraduate, followed by a master’s degree in psychology along with my first doctorate program before earning Ph.D. in pharmaceutical science and humanities. I find psychology fascinating, plus my studies and work in and around the field have also provided a continual learning experience for my own personal mental health and […]
Dr. Christina Rahm: Let’s Cook to ‘Cure The Causes’
Don’t miss Dr Christina Rahm at the Nashville Wellness Fest on May 6. Get your tickets here. As a society, we are constantly bombarded with advertising and promotional messaging for outer body necessities, whether it be clothing, skincare, hair care, makeup, jewelry, not to mention footwear, athletic wear, shoes, boots, even boots that look like […]
Let’s Take Out the Trash
Over the past few months, I have written several guest columns related to health and wellbeing. I have focused on the power of positive thinking and the importance of being thankful; avoiding overconsumption during the Holiday Season, and the importance of being cognitive of your mental health to kick off the New Year. I wish […]
February is Heart Month, Among Other Celebrations
Who doesn’t love February in Nashville? We have milder temperatures than most locations across the United States, which means we can still partake in many outdoor physical fitness activities, unlike our Northern neighbors. Why else do I enjoy February? It is the month that slows down after the holidays, with a breather from the hustle […]
New Year’s Resolution: Commit to Your Mental Health
Happy New Year! As we plunge into 2023, we see stories galore on how to best plan for and implement our many well-intended New Year’s Resolutions. Whether it be how to live a healthier and more physically fit life through consistent exercise, refining our diets with fruits and vegetables, and/or mindful meditation and yoga to […]
