Happy Summer! Seeds are sprouting, flowers are blooming, the grass is greener, and we can all feel the earth’s energy waking up! It is the perfect time for a fresh start and new habits. Small regular habits can have a far greater impact on our health and well-being than sporadic, intense…
I wanted to begin this blog by saying that I dislike the word diet as it suggests the many trendy dietary regimens that are constantly in our face. I do not promote any specific food group, nor do I believe that we should totally isolate a food (like meat for…
I felt a strong sense of urgency to write this blog about calcium because it is the most important mineral in our body, and we need lots of it. Sadly, we have been led to believe that dairy is a great source of calcium; that milk makes healthy bones, and…
I totally resonate with the quote that belongs to Tim Ferris. “If you win your morning, you win the day.” It cannot be argued that the way you start your day will dictate how that day will unfold. You may not be able to make all the changes that I…
Winter Wellness … My Top Five Tips for Being Well This Season As the days get colder and darker, we often tend to move less, eat more and not pay enough attention to keeping our immune system strong. It does not have to be that difficult to be proactive and…
In our modern world of depleted soil, environmental toxins, and long-to-do lists, we have forgotten how to eat to nourish our cells. We have stopped paying attention to the fact that real food is real energy. Added to that, with all the crazy diets, fads, trends, what to eat has…
Let’s face it, with the holidays approaching we all worry about excessive eating and drinking and basically that overall feeling of overindulgence. I always tell my clients that it is better to indulge than to stress! It makes more sense to own up to the fact that there will be…
I just returned from an island in Greece called Ikaria. If you are presently watching the Blue Zone series on Netflix, or read Dan Buettner’s book, titled Blue Zones - 9 Lessons for Living Longer, as I did in 2008, you will know what I am talking about. If not,…
As we approach the colder, damp weather our body starts to crave warmer liquids and foods. As I write this blog, my bone broth is simmering on the stove. Making bone broth is so simple that it can easily become a habit. This would be a great ritual for your…
There has been a renewed interest in incorporating raw foods into the diet the past few years. I make a point of eating raw food 80 % of my dietary daily intake and encourage my clients to do the same. Eating raw food has several health benefits. The process of…