Omega-3s and Krill Oil: The health benefits you need to know
Omega-3 fatty acids are considered ‘healthy fats’ which, research shows, support heart health. Similar research suggests fatty acids can also help lower triglycerides (a type of fat used in the blood used for energy). Certain types of omega-3s include DHA (omega-3 fatty acid essential for cell function, particularly in the brain and eyes), EPA […]
What are PFAS? What You Need to Know
By Dr. Christina Rahm A few months ago, I authored a column on microplastics and the fact we encounter them nearly everywhere in our daily lives, from dust to cosmetics, plastic water bottles, in varying food products and produce. Due to their widespread use, PFAS, also known as polyfluoroalkyl substances, appear to be just […]
Why Wellness-Built Residences Like Athena at the Park Are the Future of Nashville Living
Wellness living is no longer a luxury. It’s an expectation. Recent data shows the global wellness real estate market has burgeoned into a $134 billion industry, with hundreds of new wellness-oriented communities underway worldwide. Nashville is quickly catching up. From longevity clinics and holistic medicine practices to residential wellness communities, the city is witnessing a […]
Microplastics and Your Health
Plastic, plastic, plastic! It is everywhere. From our homes to our offices and in the air we breathe. Plastic is manufactured into everything including, office supplies, grocery bags, textiles, product packaging, and even certain types of furniture. Because of the excessive use, plastic pollution is creating a global problem for the environment, with plastic waste […]
Dr. Christina Rahm: Highlighting the “Power of Positive Thinking”
As the year draws to a close, I again find December to be a month of reflection. My reflections are not only based on this past year, but also creative thoughts and positive images come to my mind in which I aspire for the future. It is as if one door is slowly closing, […]
How can you help your child make friends?
Make new friends but keep the old, one is silver and the other gold. I remember this from when I was a Girl Scout. That was in elementary school where I met one of my best friends who she and I are still best buds today. How do children make friends and build lasting friendships? […]
A new school year: How to stay connected with your kids
August kicks off a new school year for students from kindergarten to college. As a parent, you may be used to your typical to-do lists before school starts; buying school supplies, picking out new shoes and finishing up the summer reading lists with your kids. While the extra tasks and expenses can add stress to […]
Youth Villages: Summertime and kid’s screen time
Summertime can often mean more screen time for kids of all ages, especially those with working parents. We’re not suggesting that screen time be cut altogether; we’re not crazy. Deliberate screentime with thoughtful activities and supporting resources can be great at preventing the summer slide often associated with younger kids out of school for several […]
Foster Care Q&A with Youth Villages
May is National Foster Care Month, and approximately 391,000 kids across the country are currently in foster care, with more than 8,000 of those children in Tennessee. There is always a need for more families to provide safe, loving homes for these kids, but it can be an intimidating role to take on. We sat […]
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 […]
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 […]
Youth Villages Tennessee: Pride Month as an Ally
June is LGBTQIA+ Pride Month, a time to bring attention to the need for inclusion and equality in our communities. In our line of work with families and children, we recognize that LGBTQIA+ youth often deal with more frequent mental health struggles. The American Psychiatric Association stated that LGBTQIA+ individuals are 2.5 times more likely […]
