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Trauma is not shameful. It's not a life sentence, and there is help!
Trauma is a response from an event or series of events that are perceived as harmful or threatening and can have lasting adverse effects...

Carrie Ballas
Apr 6, 20218 min read


All you need is love! And maybe a little Oxytocin too!
During this unique time in our lives when we are being told to isolate and keep our distance, I believe the level of anxiety and...

Carrie Ballas
Feb 14, 20214 min read


If You Are Feeling Helpless, Help Someone
There is so much we cannot control right now, and our sense of power has been lost as a result. When we start to lose the sense of power and control, we can start to worry and this can also lead to the feeling of hopelessness and even helplessness.

Carrie Ballas
Dec 2, 20208 min read


Sunshine please come our way! Got Vitamin D?
Are you one of those who avoids sun exposure to prevent skin cancer and wrinkles? Are you one who says “It’s Colorado and I get plenty of sun so I am sure my Vitamin D level is just fine”? Do you struggle with Allergies & Asthma? Are you concerned about your immunity and resiliency as we head into these Winter months?

Carrie Ballas
Nov 5, 20208 min read


EMF's: What They Are and Reducing Exposures
Do you ever feel exhausted after sitting in front of your computer all day? Do you get headaches from looking at screens and media? Do...

Carrie Ballas FNP
Jun 17, 202011 min read


Restore Your Power With NAD+!
If you are struggling with low energy, foggy mind, Neuro-degenerative disease, Addiction, Diabetes, Obesity, Cardiovascular disease or other chronic conditions, or you simply want to boost your performance and continue to feel amazing for many years to come; the transformative benefits of using NAD+ in your life will benefit you.

Carrie Ballas FNP
Mar 1, 20208 min read


Love Your Immune System with Del-Immune
Hello to all! I hope you all have been feeling more heartfelt, happy and connected by doing a gratitude practice with me this past month....

Carrie Ballas FNP
Feb 1, 20207 min read


Positivity Creates Longevity
My New Year’s wish is for you to stay positive, practicing love, compassion for yourself and others, so that you will therefore reap the benefits of optimal health and longevity!

Carrie Ballas FNP
Jan 1, 20208 min read


Holiday Eats and Treats, Staying Healthy!
Are you dreading the holiday eating, treating and feeding? Let me help you feel empowered to stay healthy and balanced.

Carrie Ballas FNP
Nov 1, 20199 min read


GMO Foods and Why You Should Never Eat Them!
According to the FDA, we are being fed GE foods to feed the world with a food that has better flavor, higher crop yield (output), greater resistance to insect damage, and immunity to plant diseases.

Carrie Ballas FNP
Oct 13, 20199 min read
Gift Yourself Health
Gift Yourself Health Are you guilty of giving to others instead of yourself? Are you ready to feel more energized and youthful? Start...

Carrie Ballas FNP
Sep 1, 20193 min read
What Nutrients will improve your exercise and your recovery?
With the “active” exercising season upon us and warmer weather and longer days nourishing us, how are you feeling with your workouts? Do...

Carrie Ballas FNP
Aug 14, 20195 min read
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