What is Candida?

What is Candida? MK Roots Wellness by Megan Kelly Blog

What is Candida?  Candida is a yeast infection, specifically named Candida albicans.  This infection is a culprit to many symptoms including constant fatigue, mood changes, skin infections and irritations, food allergies and much more.  People who are more susceptible to this particular yeast infection include those on antibiotics and prescription medications, weak immune system, stress and different allergies to name just a few.  Dietary factors including increased consumption of sugar, processed food and caffeine are shown to play a role in yeast abundance. Lifestyle factors including proper hygiene, dietary modifications, and stress management are holistic approaches to tackle Candida.   Take a read for more information on Candida from Mind Body Green.  Start your own investigation about your health! 

Mat Pilates workout that will be sure to make you Burn!

Mat Pilates workout that will be sure to make you Burn! MK Roots Wellness by Megan Kelly Blog

Since tearing my MCL a few weeks ago I have been on the bench with running and other extreme workouts.  One of my yoga teachers suggested some mat Pilate’s workouts to work on my core or as they say in Pilates my “power house” and some leg work.  These exercise routines got me sweating and burning!  No joke, try them out and let me know what you think.  Get ready for the burn!

 

Beauty shouldn’t be toxic!

Beauty shouldn’t be toxic! MK Roots Wellness by Megan Kelly

This past few years I have been replacing my old beauty routine, of what I though was the best makeup brands, and switching to a more eco friendly toxin free beauty routine.  It can be daunting at first so I suggest finishing what you have and tossing the toxic stuff away for good and replacing with alternative brands.  Take a look at this article from TCM, which talks about all the different toxins in our makeup and what they can possibly be doing to our bodies and the planet.