January 2013
Welcome to the monthly Ask Dr. Marty Newsletter. In response to several requests, I have decided to share some information based on questions that I frequently receive regarding natural health topics. I promise to keep the newsletter short. But if at any time you get overwhelmed with emails, please let me know and I’ll be glad to take you off of the mailing list. In the meantime, I hope you enjoy the newsletter and hope that you will forward any questions you may have as well. Even if they don’t make it into the newsletter, I promise to answer all questions. All questions will be anonymous.
No question this month. No answer this month. Just something to ponder…
Like lots of other people, I have some quotes on my desk that I occasionally read for inspiration. And of course, January is the time for new beginnings. So in the light of the New Year, I was mentally reviewing the notes on my desk, since I’m away from home for a few months and can’t literally see them. One caught my eye, so to speak, in particular and struck a loud note for me. It simply reads “Don’t let that stop you.”. I wrote that maybe 20 years ago after reading a short piece from an author that I have long forgotten. (Maybe I should resolve to have a better memory!) That author was working with clients to help them to make healthier choices. He or she would ask them about different aspects of health and find out what their goals were. One of the questions was what type of exercise the individual had chosen. The response was often “Oh, I don’t exercise. I’m just not an exerciser.” The author then replied “DON’T LET THAT STOP YOU.”
Now you may think it odd that I would latch on to such a simple statement. I hope you can find something like my yellowed piece of paper that can get your attention, as well. We all need a gentle pat on the face occasionally to get us on track with our own personal goals in life. Maybe it’s a better diet. Maybe it’s more exercise. Maybe it’s performing a special act of kindness to a loved one or even a stranger. Whatever your goal is, put some teeth into it. Be specific. Be realistic. Break it down into manageable small goals.
That yellowed piece of paper has helped me step out of my comfort zone many times over the years. Do I keep all my resolutions? I wish I could say that’s the case. But as long as I keep making strides in the right direction, I don’t beat myself up over it and I don’t let that stop me.
Hot Tip: Have you made resolutions? Have you kept your promises to yourself? You faithfully keep promises to others. You deserve the same consideration. Keep your promises to yourself.
Next month…Fatty livers (No, this is not an item on a southern fried menu.)
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Maureen (Marty) Kernion is not a physician and does not diagnose nor prescribe. She received a bachelor’s degree in secondary education from Louisiana State University, and a Master of Science degree and Doctorate of Natural Health degree from Clayton College of Natural Health. She is the author of Going Natural with Herbs. Marty lectures on natural health topics across the country and has been featured at 78 Barnes and Noble book stores since her book was published. She is also a retired adjunct professor with Clayton College of Natural Health where she authored 39 courses in nutrition and herbal remedies.
It is always wise to advise your pharmacist or health care practitioner about any change in diet or supplements you plan to take, especially if you take any prescription medication.
“Their fruit will serve for food and their leaves for healing.” Ezekiel 47:12
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