Musings on life, love + health…
Feeling blue? Here’s what you can do.
These are such interesting, challenging times. How are you doing? I’m finding that people are experiencing all kinds of things. Some are feeling incredibly anxious. Others are feeling more nourished than they have in years. Others are beginning to feel depressed. And...
The Superpowers of Menopause
I know the coronavirus is first and foremost on everyone’s mind, and I want you to know I’m here and will continue to update you as needed. I hope you are doing well and taking good care of yourself. If you find yourself with some extra time at home and are going...
Feeling challenged during perimenopause?
I know you’re all concerned about the coronavirus, and I’ll keep updating you on that as needed. If you missed my email yesterday on what I’ve learned about the coronavirus and how I can support you during this time, be sure to check it out HERE. Today we’re...
Coronavirus update: We’re here to support you!
Wow. As you all know, the coronavirus situation has really grown. For weeks now, I have been confused by it. All the fear just didn’t make sense when compared to the number of people affected. In the U.S. the number of severe cases is still low. Then, after speaking...
The Coronavirus: How to protect yourself!
Every day we’re hearing about the coronavirus in the news, and I know many of you are concerned. I’m here to reassure you and let you know what you can do to protect yourself. The reason the coronavirus is such a scare is that it’s a new strain and therefore an...
Signs you are in Perimenopause
Today I’m talking about one of my very favorite topics, perimenopause. I’ve just gone through perimenopause myself, and now I’m officially in menopause – woohoo! I know firsthand how tricky this transition time can be. A few years ago, I went to a detox center in New...
Your hormones & fertility years
I hope your 2020 is off to a good start! For me it’s been a wild ride so far, and I’m excited to see what lies ahead. I’m back with my hormone series, and today we’re talking about the fertility years. We spend many years during this phase, and it’s such a powerful...
I can’t believe I did this!
Recently I did something that took a LOT of courage. Honestly, I still can’t believe I did it! I wrote a song, recorded it, AND performed it – yes, in front of people!! This was huge for me. I’m not a singer, and I’ve never written a song before. In fact, I wouldn’t...
Xenoestrogens: Everything you need to know
Have you heard of xenoestrogens? If not, please listen up. This is a HUGE problem we’re all facing, no matter our age or gender. Xenoestrogens are chemicals that are acting as estrogen in our systems and severely disrupting our natural hormonal cycles, causing all...
Read if you have a daughter!
The transition into puberty & womanhood can be pretty tricky, as you may remember. 🙂 Many girls are experiencing things like menstrual cramps, fatigue, and weight gain, not to mention the emotional ups & downs. It can be a really uncomfortable and painful...
Dr. Cari Schaefer, DACM
Dr. Cari Schaefer, DACM is a healthcare expert, provider, and lecturer on health and nutrition. Cari holds a Doctor’s Degree in Traditional Chinese Medicine, and is licensed as a primary care provider of Chinese medicine by the California Medical Board. She is a nationally certified herbalist, a 3rd level certified N.E.T. practitioner, a certified Nutrition Response Technique practitioner, and a certified yoga instructor.
For over 20 years, Cari has helped thousands of people identify and remove the barriers blocking them from feeling their best.
At age 32, Cari had to overcome her own health crisis. Challenged to walk three blocks due to extreme fatigue, in constant pain, and depressed, she learned firsthand the limitations that poor health creates.
Cari has combined all that she has learned through her training and her personal health journey and created Body Stress Analysis, the system she uses to help others obtain a solid foundation of high quality health.
Cari shares what she has learned with others through one-on-one clinical care, in group programs, public speaking, radio appearances, and by teaching and mentoring other healthcare practitioners. She is the author of the #1 bestselling book The Food Solution which demonstrates how the choices we make everyday can make the difference between a vibrant, success-filled life and a life fraught with ill health and other challenges.