Creatine is one of the most well-studied supplements, but the conversation around it has expanded far beyond bodybuilding and athletic performance.

In this episode of Everyday Wellness with Nurse Bev, Bev explains what creatine does in the body, how it supports strength and muscle, why it may be relevant for healthy aging, and what we’re learning about its potential role in brain and cognitive health. She also breaks down the practical side of supplementation, including dosing, timing, different forms, product quality, and safety.

You’ll learn:

• How creatine supports energy, strength, and muscle

• Why muscle preservation matters as we age

• What we’re learning about creatine and brain health

• The difference between creatine monohydrate and creatine HCl

• What to know about dosing, timing, blends, and supplement quality

• Important safety considerations when using creatine

This episode will help you look beyond the headlines and supplement marketing so you can better understand how creatine works, where it may fit, and what to consider before adding it to your routine.

Why the timing and type of light you receive may matter more to your health than you realize.

Most of us think about nutrition, exercise, sleep, stress management, and supplements when it comes to our health. But how often do we think about light?

In this episode of Everyday Wellness with Nurse Bev, we explore the growing science behind light exposure and its influence on human health. Far beyond helping us see, light serves as a powerful biological signal that helps regulate circadian rhythms, hormone production, metabolism, immune function, mood, cognitive performance, and sleep.

You'll learn how the body uses light to keep time, why modern lifestyles have dramatically changed our relationship with light, and what researchers are discovering about the effects of artificial light exposure, circadian disruption, and overall health.

We'll discuss:

• Why light is one of the body's most important environmental signals

• The role of circadian rhythms and the body's "master clock"

• How light influences cortisol, melatonin, sleep, and daily biological rhythms

• The connection between circadian health, metabolism, blood sugar regulation, and energy

• Why many researchers are concerned about excessive artificial light exposure at night

• The emerging science of light, mitochondrial function, and cellular energy production

• What makes natural sunlight different from artificial indoor lighting

• Practical strategies to support healthy light exposure throughout the day

Whether you're interested in improving sleep, supporting metabolic health, boosting energy, or simply learning more about how the body works, this conversation offers a fascinating look at one of the most overlooked influences on health and well-being.

Thanks for listening to Everyday Wellness with Nurse Bev.

What does nervous system regulation actually mean in everyday life—and how can understanding it help us better support ourselves and the people around us?

In this episode of Everyday Wellness with Nurse Bev, Bev is joined by Kate Powers, a special education teacher, author, creative entrepreneur, and parent, for a conversation about neurodivergence, nervous system regulation, and the many different ways people experience and move through the world.

Together, they explore how dysregulation can look different in children and adults, how Kate’s own experiences have shaped the way she thinks about wellness, and what parents of sensitive or neurodivergent kids can do to create more support and connection at home. They also discuss creativity as a wellness tool and how writing, art, storytelling, and other forms of expression can support emotional well-being and self-understanding.

Throughout the conversation, Kate brings together her perspective as an educator, parent, and creator to show how wellness can look different from person to person—and why support, creativity, and understanding individual needs matter.

In this episode, Bev and Kate talk about:

• What nervous system regulation really means in everyday life

• How dysregulation can show up differently in children and adults

• Neurodivergence, parenting, and supporting sensitive kids

• Practical ways to support regulation at home

• Creativity as a tool for expression and emotional well-being

• What it can look like to create a life that feels more aligned with who you are

Connect with Kate:

https://katepowerscreates.org/

@kate_powers_creates