Naturally Living Well, LLC

09/05/2026

Just a thought that keeps racing thru my head the last couple weeks.

When you are shopping your big box stores (costco, sams, walmart, meijer, target to just name a few) and your standing in that supplement aisle with questions, what do you do? Toss it in the cart and hope for the best? Hope 3rd party testing has been done and the ingredients are safe? Are the companies still independently owned? Who answers those questions for you?? Probably a worker who doesn’t care and is just there.

Or your standing in the cereal aisle looking at the pretty marketing on the label and big flashy words organic and natural flavors to only hope thats the ingredients on the label reflect their slogans. Who answers those questions for you?

Or better yet, you seen something on tv, a magazine or your fb feed. And now we think we need it because it keeps showing up. Where are the ingredients sourced from? Are the certified like they advertise? Do you still make the purchase and hope you haven’t been scammed? Who answers your questions?

Does a subscription or membership make that purchase that much better?

How lucky are you guys to have access to a real person ( not google, chatgpt) to answer your questions. How lucky are you to have most of these options local that your big box stores offer and most times at the same price or cheaper? How lucky are you to have someone already doing your legwork on ingredients and products?

So much goes into bringing a store like this to you. I chose Putnam County because I listened to the need. The behind the scenes started in October 2024 for the store when I got tired of doing this from our home, farmers markets, craft shows and more since 2020. I chose you Putnam County when I could have went to 2 other neighboring counties. I will keep choosing you.💚

See you all soon
Carrie

09/05/2026

Here are 6 evidence-informed morning habits that help regulate chronic inflammation ↓

Chronic inflammation is strongly influenced by nervous system tone, circadian rhythm, blood glucose control, hydration status, and stress hormone patterns. Your morning routine directly affects all of them.

1. Regulate the Nervous System ✅
Chronic sympathetic dominance increases pro-inflammatory cytokines (IL-6, TNF-α). Slow nasal breathing with prolonged exhales stimulates vagal tone and helps modulate cortisol output.

What to do:
2–3 minutes of slow nasal breathing with longer exhales than inhales.

2. Hydrate Before Coffee ✅
Even mild dehydration elevates cortisol and inflammatory markers. Proper hydration supports plasma volume, circulation, and cellular metabolism.

What to do:
500–600 ml water immediately upon waking.

3. Morning Light Exposure ✅
Light exposure within the first hour of waking anchors circadian rhythm, improving cortisol timing, insulin sensitivity, and inflammatory regulation.

What to do:
5–15 minutes outdoor light (cloudy days still effective).

4. Gentle Movement ✅
Low-intensity movement enhances lymphatic flow, improves endothelial function, and helps reduce inflammatory signaling without triggering excessive stress hormones.

What to do:
10-minute walk, mobility work, or light stretching.

5. Stabilize Blood Glucose ✅
Glucose spikes increase oxidative stress and inflammatory load. A protein + fiber + healthy fat combination slows absorption and improves metabolic stability.

Examples:
Berries, avocado, walnuts, pumpkin seeds, plain yogurt with fruit.

6. Delay Caffeine ✅
Cortisol naturally peaks 30–45 minutes after waking. Immediate caffeine intake may blunt natural rhythm and increase long-term stress load.

What to do:
Wait 60–90 minutes before coffee or green tea.

Your morning biology determines your inflammatory baseline for the day.

09/05/2026

09/04/2026

What do we spy on this delivery👀👀👀

09/04/2026

A quick breakfast before I headed out for the day

Reminder…..the store is closed Friday September 4 and Saturday September 5,2026 for the Labor Day weekend

See you all soon

09/04/2026

Restock on our most favorite pb!!

09/04/2026

Restock on the light agave nectar. A customer favorite

Reminder the store is closed Friday September 4 and Saturday September 5,2026.

See you all next Tuesday, September 8,2026

09/04/2026

Nothing more satisfying than an organized drink cooler

🗓️🗓️Reminder the store will be closed Friday, September 4 and Saturday September 5,2026 in observance of Labor Day.

See everyone back for normal shopping hours on Tuesday, September 8,2026 from 12-5.

Stay safe and see you soon

09/03/2026

Never to early to get those pre orders in!

We are closed until Tuesday for the long Labor Day weekend

See you soon