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

In this episode of Everyday Wellness with Nurse Bev, Bev breaks down fermented foods—what they are, what they’re doing in the body, and how they support gut health over time.
You’ll learn how fermented foods influence the gut microbiome, why microbial diversity matters, and how this connects to digestion, metabolic health, and overall function. Bev also walks through the difference between fermented foods and fiber, what the research shows, and how to start incorporating these foods into your routine in a realistic, sustainable way.

Healthcare has changed, and today there are more options than ever beyond traditional primary care. But what is the difference between concierge medicine, direct primary care, functional medicine, lifestyle medicine, and integrative medicine?

In this episode of Everyday Wellness with Nurse Bev, Bev explains how options such as concierge medicine and direct primary care change the structure, access, and payment of primary care, while functional, lifestyle, and integrative medicine influence how providers evaluate health concerns and approach prevention and treatment.

You’ll learn:

• Why people explore different healthcare options

• How concierge care differs from direct primary care

• What functional, lifestyle, and integrative medicine mean

• How additional providers may complement your primary care team

• What to ask about a provider’s background, training, and scope of practice

This episode will help you better understand your options and make more informed decisions as you build a healthcare team that supports your needs.

In this episode of Everyday Wellness with Nurse Bev, Bev reframes how we think about muscle and why it plays a far more central role in health than most people realize.
Muscle isn’t just about strength or appearance. It’s one of the most metabolically active tissues in the body, influencing how we regulate blood sugar, how our brain functions, and how well we maintain independence and resilience as we age.
This conversation connects the dots between muscle, metabolism, cognitive health, and longevity, offering a more complete picture of why maintaining and building muscle is essential across the lifespan.

On this episode of Everyday Wellness with Nurse Bev, Bev sits down with speaker, artist, accessibility specialist, and advocate Ali Rheaume for a powerful conversation about life after traumatic brain injury.

Ali shares her personal journey navigating brain injury, invisible disability, identity shifts, emotional healing, and the realities of rebuilding life after unexpected change. Together, Bev and Ali explore concussion recovery, disability advocacy, accessibility, navigating healthcare systems, the importance of community support, and what it means to continue creating joy, purpose, and connection through difficult circumstances.

Ali also discusses her work through Embracing Unique, her accessibility consulting, support groups for individuals navigating disability and concussion recovery, and her passion for increasing awareness and inclusion for the brain injury and disability community.

This episode is an honest and compassionate conversation about resilience, belonging, advocacy, and redefining wellness through the lens of lived experience.

Connect with Ali:

https://alirheaume.com/arheaume10@gmail.com

https://www.instagram.com/alison.rheaume/

https://www.instagram.com/embracingunique/

https://www.instagram.com/one_ninety.nine/

In this episode, Bev takes a grounded look at what detoxification actually means and why it is so often misunderstood.

She explains how the body already has built-in detoxification systems and walks through the major organs involved, including the liver, kidneys, intestines, lungs, skin, and lymphatic system.

Bev also breaks down the everyday habits that truly support detox, including nourishing food, fiber, hydration, movement, sleep, and regular elimination.

Rather than focusing on restriction, supplements or trendy resets, this episode brings the detox conversation back to basics and offers a more realistic, supportive view of how the body works.

In this episode:

● What detoxification actually is

● The main organs and systems involved

● Why food, fiber, and hydration matter

● The role of movement, sleep, and elimination

● Why restrictive cleanses often miss the mark