Postrenal failure, also known as postrenal acute kidney injury (AKI), is a condition that occurs when urine flow is obstructed after it leaves the kidneys. Unlike prerenal or intrarenal causes of AKI, which affect blood flow or the kidney tissue itself, postrenal failure is due to physical blockages in the urinary tract, preventing normal urine…
A bodyweight push up is one of the most effective functional exercises to enhance our upper body strength, and the best part is, you can do it anywhere. However, it can be a difficult exercise to master, as keeping that neutral spine throughout can be a challenge for most when developing a proper push up…
Too often the institutions and communities that are meant to be the most holy in our lives end up deeply hurting us. In Holy Hurt, clinical psychologist Hillary L. McBride sends a sincere and profound message: spiritual trauma is real and has a far-reaching impact. She also reassures us that we can remake ourselves and…
In the summer of 2014, I participated in the first-ever digital detox retreat, Camp Grounded in Northern California. My camp name was Momma Zen. Each morning, I led mindfulness practice to ease the adult campers’ edgy tech cravings, guiding them through simple breath work to settle their restless minds. I had also joined a songwriting…
We’ve all been there, right? We see post after post on social media telling us to live life according to our values – that our lives will be richer when we learn how to do it. I’ve seen hundreds in my time as an advocate. There is one thing that’s normally missing, though, and that’s…
Discover What’s Really Draining Your Energy and Simple, Natural Fixes That Work By: Megan Barefoot Do you wake up groggy even after a full night’s sleep? Or maybe you find yourself relying on caffeine and sugar just to make it through the day? We are all busy and we are dealing with meeting, appointments, obligations…
What was it? Multicenter, adaptive, single-blind, randomized controlled trial (NOTACS) evaluating high-flow nasal therapy (HFNT) versus standard oxygen therapy (SOT) in adult patients at high risk of postoperative pulmonary complications (PPCs) following cardiac surgery with cardiopulmonary bypass. The trial aimed to assess clinical and cost-effectiveness over 90 days post-surgery. The Devil in the Details! 850–1280…
These are some of the most supportive remedies for anxious, stressed-out systems – but your remedy needs will always be as unique as you are. That’s why I create personalised blends – to meet you where you are emotionally and help you feel a little more like yourself again. If your nervous system is craving…
I love buying fresh berries at the Farmer’s Market during the summer and early Fall because they’re at their peak and always sweet — no risk of getting a sour or flavorless batch. I encourage my clients to eat berries all year long because they have such powerful health benefits. We’re fortunate that we can…
This book encourages you to detach from the causes of suffering, embrace your psychological pain, identify your values, and take action towards those values. It is all based on Acceptance and Commitment Therapy (ACT) which focuses on mindfulness techniques, acceptance, and value-centric living. The author pretty much outlines the path out of suffering and towards…