5 Daily Longevity Habits From Quintuple Board-Certified Physician Dr. Monisha Bhanote

Dr. Bhanote, the visionary founder of WELLKULÅ, is a quintuple board-certified physician and best-selling author, widely recognized for her expertise in Integrative Lifestyle Medicine, Functional Culinary Medicine, and Cytopathology. Her work, deeply rooted in health and wellness, has made her a sought-after expert, enriching lives through her speaking engagements and insightful written contributions.

In her dedicated pursuit of wellbeing, Dr. Bhanote harmoniously integrates ancient wisdom with modern mind-body science. Her dedication to plant-powered nutrition is central to her groundbreaking research on gut, brain, and cellular health, underscoring the critical roles of the microbiome and inflammation management in the journey towards longevity. Combining mindful practices with scientific precision, Dr. Bhanote's approach paves the way for sustained health and mental clarity, advocating a lifestyle that enriches both body and mind, leading to comprehensive cellular wellbeing.

Order her book here.

The 5 daily habits of a longevity doctor

To sum up Bhanote's behaviors for longevity, here's what she does daily for her overall health and wellness:

• For her body: Healthy eating, mindful movement, brain-healthy activities, optimal sleep and social connections
• For brain health: No ultra-processed foods, eating mainly home-grown fruits and vegetables, meditating and walking four or five miles a day
• For social fitness: Connecting with people virtually multiple times a day, networking at speaking engagements
• For her daily diet: Plant-based, gluten-free foods that are the different colors of the rainbow. 10 different kinds of fruits and veggies in each meal
• For her media diet: Podcasts and audiobooks

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Low-Tox Naturalist Living

Low-tox naturalist living is a lifestyle approach that emphasizes reducing exposure to harmful chemicals (low-tox) while embracing a deep connection with nature and natural rhythms (naturalist). It blends mindful choices with simplicity and sustainability.

Here’s a breakdown of what it typically includes:

Low-Tox Living

This part is all about minimizing toxic exposure from everyday products and environments:

• Home & Cleaning: Using vinegar, baking soda, essential oils, and natural brands instead of harsh chemical cleaners. (Our family choice here.)

• Personal Care: Choosing natural skincare, haircare, and cosmetics free from parabens, sulfates, synthetic fragrances, etc. (Our family choice here.)

• Food Choices: Eating organic or minimally processed foods to avoid pesticides, additives, and preservatives. (YAY! For this coffee!)

• Materials: Favoring non-toxic materials in furniture, bedding, and cookware (e.g., avoiding Teflon, flame retardants).

Naturalist Living

This aspect leans into a nature-connected, holistic way of life:

• Seasonal Living: Eating seasonally, adjusting routines based on the rhythms of nature.

• Slow Living: Prioritizing presence, simplicity, and intentional choices.

• Nature Integration: Spending time outdoors, foraging, gardening, walking barefoot, or bringing natural elements into your home.

• Natural Remedies: Using herbal medicine, homeopathy, or traditional wellness practices where appropriate.

Together, it’s about:

• Living with fewer synthetic toxins

• Choosing natural over artificial

• Reconnecting with Earth and self

• Cultivating wellness through simplicity

COPYRIGHT 2007-2025 Patti Friday b.1959.

Best Coffee for Intermittent Fasting

 

There are many types of coffee, so it’s helpful to understand which ones are best suited for intermittent fasting. It’s equally important to recognize which types could interfere with a fast.

Choosing clean, organic coffee that is mold-free is ideal. Some coffee may contain mold that produces harmful mycotoxins, which can negatively impact health.

(I happily use Mountain Cabin organic, mold-free*, pesticide-free coffee. I order it online from The Wellness Store.)

Organic coffee tends to be healthier than conventional options because it involves less exposure to chemicals. While pesticide residues can be found in coffee beans, the risk is generally lower compared to many other foods, even if organic options are beyond your budget.

Research shows that organic farming methods can enhance antioxidant levels in crops like coffee. Since coffee is naturally rich in antioxidants, organic varieties, with their higher polyphenol content, can offer additional benefits.

Additionally, organic coffee is often sourced from higher-quality farms with superior drying and processing techniques. These practices help reduce the likelihood of mold* and mycotoxin* contamination. Even if organic isn’t an option, focusing on high-quality, well-sourced coffee is essential.

Caffeinated coffee is typically more beneficial than decaf for those fasting, as caffeine can boost metabolism, increase energy, and suppress appetite. However, if you prefer decaf, it can still provide some advantages during fasting.

*Mold in coffee, or more specifically, mold contamination in coffee beans, can potentially pose certain health risks if present in significant amounts. Mold spores thrive in damp environments, and coffee beans can become susceptible during harvesting, storage, or transport. The primary concern with mold in coffee is the production of toxins.

Learn how to get a wellness box for your family here.

Fast Like A Girl Book here

COPYRIGHT 2007-2025 Patti Friday b.1959.

Holistic Wellness Business

Holistic wellness is a concept that encompasses different aspects of human health and well-being. It is based on the idea that each person is a whole being, not just a collection of symptoms or problems. Holistic wellness aims to achieve balance and harmony in the physical, mental, emotional, spiritual, social, occupational, and financial domains of life. Some of the benefits of holistic wellness are:

- It promotes self-awareness and self-care, which can help prevent and manage stress, anxiety, depression, and other mental health issues.

- It encourages healthy lifestyle choices, such as eating well, exercising regularly, getting enough sleep, and avoiding substance abuse.

- It supports natural healing processes, by using complementary and alternative therapies that work with the body's innate wisdom and energy.

- It respects individual differences and preferences, by offering a variety of options and approaches that suit each person's needs and goals.

- It fosters a sense of purpose and meaning, by connecting with one's values, beliefs, passions, and spirituality.

Holistic wellness may be achieved by working with a holistic business mentor who can offer guidance and support in different areas of life. Health. Wealth. Community.

You may be curious about starting a holistic wellness business!

Learn more here.

Holistic wellness is not a one-time event, but a lifelong journey.

COPYRIGHT 2007-2023 Patti Friday b.1959.

Mental Wellness Toolkit

Check out the Amare Mental Wellness Toolkit here for even more resources on mental wellness.

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COPYRIGHT 2007-2022 Patti Friday b.1959.

10 Reasons Why You Need A Side-Hustle NOW

Has there ever been a time in your life quite like this with the necessity (urgency) to be extremely wise, aware, self-sufficient, independent and prepared?  Uncertain times call for certain, positive measures.  It is not the time to sit back and watch.  Forget about standing still.  For your current situation and your future one...You need to hustle now. Take action.

A Side-Hustle = Financial Insurance (in uncertain times)

Here are the 10 reasons why you need a side-hustle NOW:

1.  There is NO job security.  

The economy is wobbly to say the least.  If you have a job you need to accept the fact that it is not secure.  Don't take that personally.  Accept it and make sure you have a back-up plan or two.

2. If you have WiFi and a device you can make extra money. (pocket change or a lot)

Who knows if we will ever go back into lock down (or yet another pandemic), but if you have a connection, you can earn an income. If you are out of the house working, you can earn extra money with your phone or laptop on breaks, during your commute, running errands and even while you're spending time with family and friends. The internet is bursting with possibilities to earn extra money! The world is at your fingertips.

3.  Wages are not growing.  Raises are seldom. Right?

A side-hustle allows you to increase your daily income. You decide how much and how often you get an increase.  A job description dictates what 'the job' is worth.  A side-hustle allows you to determine what 'YOU' are worth.

4. The cost of living keeps going UP UP UP.  But does your paycheck?

Everything.  E V E R Y T H I N G is getting more expensive.  You absolutely need more money.

5. You are worth significantly more per hour than your job pays.

You might earn $15/hour - $50 hour,  but a side-hustle can increase that rate to $30 - $100+.  

6.  You can keep your day job (or night shift) and still succeed with a side-hustle.

You might LOVE your job!  You do not have to quit.  But that extra money is quite nice.  You might hate your current job.  Your side-hustle gives you some cash security should you decide to leap and find another job - it will float you during the 'in between' - until you start your new, better job.

7. A side-hustle is like a real-world business degree. 

You will learn entrepreneurial & leadership skills, gain personal development, meet new people and experience sales & marketing first hand.

8. You can work your side-hustle to suit your own lifestyle.

Setting your own hours is one of the perks to having a side-hustle.  Tuck it into the minutes or hours you have available.  You choose how you spend your time.

9.  You need to cover all your bases.

If there is a shift in the economy or your personal situation, you need to be able to withstand the changes.  A side-hustle offers that buffer and peace of mind.

10.  A Side-Hustle = Financial Insurance

Probably the most important reason is this one.  You have to protect yourself.  Your life is 100% your responsibility and nobody is coming to save you. A side-hustle or two or three;  a part-time income opportunity is waiting for you!

I have MSI:   multiple streams of income.  My art career, creative consulting, a wellness business with Tranont  and my writing career.  In the future I will add more streams.  5 would be good!  

Let me know if you want to learn more about my community of like-minded people!

Patti 

I am an Artist who carries a paintbrush, camera and notebook. Instagram: @pattifriday

My Simple Seven

THE WELLNESS STORE:

People ask me all the time where I get my family's non-toxic household and personal care essentials! Feel free to fill out this form or DM me on Instagram to receive a message from me with info on how you too can get a membership. 

Think of it like a Prime or Costco membership with Walmart pricing and Amazon shipping  > 400+ chemical-free products to choose from. I cannot wait to see what you put in your first shopping cart. Customize it the way you want each and every month! It's your WELLNESS BOX! Order what you need and want.

WELL-BEING:  For my overall happiness & wellness journey, I 'strive' to achieve these 7 things daily. 

MY SIMPLE SEVEN:

1. Water (Hydrate by body!)

2. Food:  Mediterranean IF eating plus Oligo supplements

3. 8 hours:  Sleep 

4. 8 hours:  Business. Besides my book publishing, photography, 'Mail Club' and content creation, I also do marketing for a wellness company. I help families swap out their grocery-big box-drug store & beauty brands for safer, cleaner & greener non-toxic household & personal care options that are delivered to their door. (Saving frustration, money $ & time too!)

5. 8 hours:  Personal/Family/Friend Time/Gathering 

6. Daily Walks (with my Golden Doodle 'Vivian'), Light Weights & Meditation (I meditate while I wash the dishes by hand. I find it extremely calming and therapeutic.)

7. Creativity, (Writing, Photography, Embassy of Ideas) 

Everyday Longevity, A Happier Life Through Daily Habits

7 Things People are Talking About:

1. Wellness Practices 

2. Aging Exuberantly 

3. The Cost of Living (specifically food & rent!)

4. Ditching Toxic Chemicals and Switching to Safer, Cleaner and Greener options

5. Starting a business: On the go, mobile/PT in the wellness space

6. Family, Friendship, Gathering & Community

7. Meditation & Spirituality

I track my day inside this 90 Day journal.  Putting pen to paper reveals the 'gaps' in your overall well-being & creates positive habits and outcomes!

Note:  I love and enjoy food!  

(Full disclosure here:  I have a thing for 'cake' and I love to bake!) 

I'm doing my darnedest to avoid sugar.

"Vivian Kalman Kennedy"

Weekly fresh flowers for my table.

My personal at-home 'holistic apothecary'

supports my wellness journey and looks something like this:  

  Core Supplements

Increase Protein & Fiber

Reducing Sugar

Hydrating

Decreasing bad carbs

Collagen

Magnesium

Organic Coffee

SKINCARE:  Morning/Night

Quick, simple & minimal makeup

Listening to podcasts - morning ritual!

It's important to be generous because there are

people who need us to be generous.

Let's Be Kind.

Let's Be Loving.

Let's be understanding & non-judgmental.

Plant Forward Eating

Be gentle and loving to oneself.

Surround yourself with good friends.

Gather often.

Links HERE

Peace Love Create Art Gather
Patti

xo