Anselm Integrative Wellness, 602 E Park Street, Taylorville, IL (2026)

02/22/2026

This week I am going to post about glysophate. What it is… what it is used for….where it is found in our food and environment… how it damages the gut amd therefore our health… and how we can avoid it and therefore protect ourselves from the bottom on up…We are never going to get the solutions we need any other way! Stay tuned❤️

02/21/2026

****WARNING!!! OPINION PIECE*****

There is a lot going on in the world right now…Most of what is reported is the bad stuff… I try to check the news once or twice a day to make sure nothing major has happened and then I tune it out… the anxiety and stress that is caused by the evil in our world today can have a huge negative impact on our health… it’s best that we not to totally ignore what is going on… or at least, I think so…but maybe just to touch base and then turn our attention to what is good.

So where do we find the good? I have seen a lot of arguing on social media… how can you support a certain candidate and/or political party?… and then I read just as valid of a point from the opposition… and there my friends is my point… there is so much corruption in our world today that we are never going to find a solution “out there”…. It is going to have to begin locally… and I mean really locally… One person… one house… one family… one neighborhood… one town…. One county…. You get my drift… WE can’t wait on anyone to save us… we have to do it… and it starts with kindness… Kindness to ourselves through taking care of our health and that of our loved ones… and acts of kindness done to others whenever we can.

Taking care of our health impacts our physical health… random acts of kindness takes care of our mental health… and those two things combined just might change our world.

There is so much that we can do that can have a positive impact through kindness…and it doesn’t have to be huge… it can be as small as a smile at a stranger… dropping off food at the food pantry… call someone you know is hurting… plant a garden that’s just a little bigger so you have some to give away…shovel the elderly neighbors sidewalk and/or check if they need something from the store…If we turn our attention to making sure we do positive things each day… and away from complaining about each other on social media… we might just find those reasons to complain get fewer and fewer…and our mental health gets brighter❤️

02/13/2026

A lot of these centers are being proposed in Illinois… one right in this area….we need to understand possible impacts…

Data Centers: The Hidden Infrastructure of Our Digital World — At What Cost?

We stream.
We scroll.
We store.
We search.

But behind every click is a physical building — a data center — and their footprint is growing rapidly across the U.S., including here in the Midwest.

Let’s talk about what that means.

🌎 Environmental Impact

Data centers require:
• Massive amounts of electricity (often 24/7)
• Large-scale water usage for cooling
• Land development and infrastructure expansion

Depending on energy sources, this can increase:
– Carbon emissions
– Strain on local power grids
– Water table depletion in drought-prone regions

Some companies are investing in renewables — which is promising — but energy demand from AI and cloud computing continues to rise dramatically.

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🏥 Physical Health Considerations

Current research suggests:
• Diesel backup generators can affect local air quality
• Noise pollution from cooling systems may impact nearby residents
• Increased grid demand can raise electricity costs for communities

EMF exposure outside facilities is generally within regulatory limits — but long-term cumulative exposure in high-density tech corridors is still an area needing more independent study.

Correlation ≠ causation.
But correlation does warrant thoughtful investigation.

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🧠 Mental Health & Social Impact

This is the part we talk about less.

Data centers support:
• Constant connectivity
• Increased screen time
• Digital dependency
• AI-driven content algorithms

Research consistently links excessive screen exposure to:
– Increased anxiety
– Sleep disruption
– Attention fragmentation
– Social comparison stress

The infrastructure that powers our digital lives may indirectly shape our nervous systems.

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⚖️ A Balanced Perspective

Technology is not the enemy.
Innovation is not the problem.

But scale matters.
Transparency matters.
Community input matters.

We deserve:
• Honest environmental assessments
• Clear reporting on water and power use
• Ongoing independent health research
• Policies that balance growth with human wellbeing

Progress over perfection 🌿
But progress with awareness.

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If you live near a proposed data center, I encourage you to:
✔ Ask questions
✔ Review environmental impact statements
✔ Request community meetings
✔ Stay informed

Curiosity is not conspiracy.
It’s responsible citizenship.

02/12/2026

🌿 Gardening: The Most Underrated Health Prescription 🌿
(And it doesn’t come in a pill bottle.)

At Anselm Integrative Wellness, we believe healing doesn’t start in the pharmacy… it starts in your backyard.

Here’s why gardening might be one of the best things you can do for your body AND mind:

🥕 1. Better Nutrition (Literally at Your Fingertips)
Homegrown produce is:
• Higher in phytonutrients
• Harvested at peak ripeness
• Free from hidden preservatives
• Encourages more vegetable intake

When you grow it, you eat it. And when you eat it fresh, your mitochondria thank you.

☀️ 2. Sunshine = Natural Hormone Support
• Boosts Vitamin D
• Supports immune function
• Improves mood
• Regulates circadian rhythm

Morning sun exposure helps reset your metabolic clock and supports better sleep at night.

💪 3. Functional Exercise
Gardening isn’t just “yard work.”
It’s squatting, lifting, bending, pulling, stretching — all natural movement patterns that:
• Build strength
• Improve flexibility
• Support bone density
• Lower blood sugar

No gym membership required.

🧠 4. Mental Health Reset
Studies show gardening:
• Lowers cortisol
• Reduces anxiety
• Improves focus
• Decreases symptoms of depression

There’s something grounding (literally) about putting your hands in soil.

🌱 5. Organic Matters
Choosing organic — especially when you grow it yourself — reduces exposure to:
• Glyphosate
• Synthetic pesticides
• Hormone-disrupting chemicals

Less toxic load = less burden on detox pathways = better long-term health.

Is organic always perfect? No.
Is it a step in the right direction? Absolutely.

Progress over perfection.

If you’re overwhelmed, start small:
🌿 A pot of herbs
🍅 One tomato plant
🥬 A raised bed

Your body doesn’t need perfection. It needs consistency.

Who is planting something this season? 🌼
Tell me what’s going in your garden!

02/10/2026

HEALTH TRUTH

Ultra-Processed Foods Are Quietly Rewiring Your Metabolism

We used to think calories were calories.
Turns out… your body strongly disagrees.

🚫 Ultra-processed foods don’t just add calories
🚫 They disrupt hunger hormones
🚫 Spike insulin
🚫 Increase inflammation
🚫 Alter the gut microbiome
🚫 And are linked to obesity, diabetes, heart disease, depression, and even cancer risk

Redeqrch shows people eating ultra-processed foods consume hundreds more calories per day—without feeling fuller.

Why?
Because these foods are engineered to:
• Override satiety signals
• Digest too fast
• Hit dopamine pathways
• Keep you coming back for more

🍳 Real food doesn’t do that.
Protein, fiber, healthy fats, and micronutrients send “we’re full & safe” signals to the brain.

✨ The good news:
You don’t need perfection.
You need progress over perfection.

Start with:
✔️ Prioritizing protein
✔️ Cooking at home more often
✔️ Reading ingredient lists
✔️ Choosing foods your grandmother would recognize

Your metabolism isn’t broken.
It’s responding exactly as designed.

02/08/2026

Don’t forget the Healthy Lifestyle through Cancer Class Tomorrow night, February 9 at 6pm at Anselm Integrative Wellness… We will be covering a large number of topics including food lifestyle, anti-parasitic medicine, apricot seeds, budwig protocol, essential oils, red light therapy… and on and on… There are a couple of seats left, so message me to reserve yours… ❤️

01/31/2026

Thank you St Mary’s School 4th grade for the wonderful cards and cookies!❤️

01/28/2026

🧾⚠️ Think Twice Before Touching Receipts

Most store receipts are coated with BPA or BPS, chemicals used to make the ink appear. These aren’t just “on” the paper – they absorb directly through your skin.

Studies show that after handling receipts, BPA can be detected in your bloodstream within minutes. And if your hands are wet, sweaty, or covered in lotion or sanitizer, absorption can increase dramatically.

Why does this matter?

BPA and BPS are known endocrine disruptors, meaning they can interfere with hormones and have been linked to:
• Hormone imbalance
• Fertility issues
• Thyroid disruption
• Insulin resistance
• Increased cancer risk
• Developmental concerns in children

Even “BPA-free” receipts often use BPS, which research suggests may be just as harmful.

Common situations that raise exposure:
🛒 Grocery shopping
🍔 Fast food receipts
💊 Pharmacy purchases
👛 Storing receipts in wallets or purses
🧴 Touching receipts after using hand sanitizer

What you can do:
✔️ Choose digital or email receipts when possible
✔️ Avoid letting children play with receipts
✔️ Wash hands after handling receipts
✔️ Don’t store receipts loose in purses or cars
✔️ Say no to unnecessary receipts
✔️ Avoid rubbing your face or eating right after touching them

Small changes = big detox impact.
Reducing everyday chemical exposure is one of the easiest ways to protect your hormones and long-term health.

At Anselm Integrative Wellness, we focus on removing hidden toxins so your body can heal the way it was designed to.

🌿 Progress over perfection.

01/27/2026

🚭 Va**ng Isn’t Harmless: The Truth About “Popcorn Lung”

Va**ng is often marketed as a safer alternative to smoking, but the reality is far more concerning—especially when it comes to a condition known as popcorn lung.

🫁 What is Popcorn Lung?
The medical term is bronchiolitis obliterans. It’s a serious, irreversible lung disease that damages the tiny airways in your lungs, causing scarring and inflammation. This leads to:
• Chronic coughing
• Shortness of breath
• Wheezing
• Chest tightness
• Reduced oxygen exchange
• Permanent lung damage

The nickname comes from workers in popcorn factories who developed the disease after inhaling diacetyl, a chemical used to create buttery flavoring.

⚠️ What does this have to do with va**ng?
Many v**e liquids—especially flavored ones—have been found to contain:
• Diacetyl
• Acetyl propionyl
• Acetoin

These chemicals are safe to eat, but not safe to inhale. When v***rized and breathed into the lungs, they can cause severe injury to lung tissue.

In fact, studies have shown:
• A large percentage of flavored e-liquids contain diacetyl or similar compounds
• Damage occurs quietly and progressively
• There is no cure once lung scarring develops

🔥 Other Dangers of Va**ng Include:
• Increased inflammation throughout the body
• Increased risk of asthma and chronic lung disease
• Cardiovascular strain
• Immune suppression
• Ni****ne addiction and brain development disruption (especially in teens)
• Heavy metal exposure (lead, nickel, chromium)
• Chemical burns and lung injury from heated solvents

👶 Why Teens Are at Highest Risk
Teen lungs and brains are still developing. Exposure to these chemicals can permanently impair:
• Lung growth
• Cognitive development
• Emotional regulation
• Addiction pathways

Marketing makes va**ng look trendy and harmless—but the health consequences can last a lifetime.

✨ Bottom Line:
Just because something smells like cotton candy or buttered popcorn doesn’t mean it belongs in your lungs.
Your lungs were designed for oxygen, not chemical v***r.

Protect your breath. Protect your future.

**ngAwareness

01/20/2026

🌿 Moringa: The “Miracle Tree” with Powerful Nutrition 🌿
… and moringa earns its reputation.

Moringa oleifera is one of the most nutrient-dense plants on Earth and has been used in traditional medicine for centuries. It’s packed with:

✨ Complete protein
✨ Iron & calcium
✨ Vitamin A, C, and E
✨ Magnesium & potassium
✨ Polyphenols and antioxidants

Potential benefits include:
✔️ Blood sugar support
✔️ Anti-inflammatory effects
✔️ Immune system support
✔️ Hormone-friendly nutrients
✔️ Energy and mitochondrial support
✔️ Gut and detox pathway support

Moringa is especially popular for:
• Fatigue and nutrient repletion
• Insulin resistance and metabolic support
• Inflammation and joint health
• Skin, hair, and nail health
• Post-illness recovery

It can be taken as:
🌱 Powder (smoothies, tea, capsules)
🌱 Capsules
🌱 Tea
🌱 Fresh leaf (when available)

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🤰 Moringa & Pregnancy: What You Need to Know

This is where education matters.

Moringa leaf has traditionally been used in some cultures to support maternal nutrition and breast milk production. HOWEVER:

⚠️ The root, bark, and seeds should be avoided in pregnancy.
These parts contain compounds that may stimulate uterine contractions and increase miscarriage risk.

⚠️ Supplements are concentrated. Even leaf powder should be used cautiously.

If pregnancy is confirmed or possible:
✔️ Use only leaf-based products
✔️ Avoid high-dose capsules unless supervised
✔️ Avoid moringa entirely in the first trimester unless under professional guidance
✔️ Never use root, bark, or seed extracts
✔️ Always check for purity and sourcing

Moringa is a food-medicine, not a casual supplement in pregnancy.

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🧠 Bottom line:
Moringa can be a beautiful support herb for nutrition and inflammation—but pregnancy changes the rules. Respect the plant. Respect the physiology.

Progress over perfection. 🌱
— Anselm Integrative Wellness

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01/19/2026

💪 PROTEIN IS NON-NEGOTIABLE IN PERI & POST-MENOPAUSE

As estrogen declines, your body becomes more prone to:
• Muscle loss
• Slower metabolism
• Insulin resistance
• Bone thinning
• Increased inflammation

Protein is what protects you.

For many women in perimenopause and post-menopause, an ideal target is up to 1 gram of protein per pound of goal body weight per day when rebuilding muscle, healing metabolically, or reversing sarcopenia.
More commonly, a sustainable daily range is 0.6–0.8 g per pound of goal body weight.

Most women are severely under-eating protein.

And without enough protein:
• Your workouts don’t build muscle
• Your metabolism slows
• Your blood sugar becomes unstable
• Weight loss stalls
• Cravings increase

Protein is not just for fitness.
It is hormone support.
It is metabolic medicine.
It is longevity nutrition.

🥩 Examples of high-quality protein:
• Eggs
• Grass-fed beef
• Chicken & turkey
• Wild-caught fish
• Greek yogurt & cottage cheese
• Collagen + whole protein combos
• Clean protein powders

🧠 Bonus: Protein stabilizes mood and reduces anxiety by supporting neurotransmitter production.

If you are peri-menopausal or post-menopausal and struggling with:
Fatigue, weight gain, muscle loss, sugar cravings, or inflammation…
Start with protein.

Because muscle is your metabolic currency.
And protein is how you build it.

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Educational post only. Individual needs vary based on kidney health, activity level, and medical conditions. Always personalize protein goals within a full wellness plan.

01/18/2026

Currently fighting cancer, in remission, or have a loved one who is being treated? Wonder about alternative treatments and adjunctive therapies… including food lifestyle, supplements, red light therapy grounding, ivermectin, etc?

Want to learn why or why not these may not be right for you… How to work with your oncologist… how to increase your odds of staying in remission….

Come to an educational class on Monday, February 9 at 6pm… DM me or comment below to save your spot… Free to members… $10 for non-members… Space limited to 10.

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