Want to lose a few pounds before the weekend? Ever wonder why celebrities look so fabulous at every red carpet event? Many often-photographed, famous folks use cleanses to help them look thinner for upcoming events. Well, I’ve got a better, healthier, simpler way! Just eat clean! That’s right, eat clean. What does that mean? It… Read More >>
When Mom told you to eat your fruits and veggies, I’m sure she said eat tomatoes, too (yes, it’s a fruit!) weren’t the first thing that came to mind. It was the ‘green stuff’ that just seemed to multiply on your plate and never go down. What you may not know is that tomatoes pack… Read More >>
I’m learning each day to lead a healthier and simpler life. One good habit our mom’s may have taught us, but we often forget, is get a good night’s sleep. There are so many reason’s why you need more sleep each night to go about your daily functions. 1-It helps with our memory, creativity, focus,… Read More >>
I am now at day 30 of my 40 Day Transformation! We were asked on Day 1 what (if anything) we wanted to add into our lives, or what we wanted to do without. Making a commitment for 40 days to be healthier and live a healthier lifestyle involved ‘try giving something up.’ So, I… Read More >>
Our feet are with us for life. If we wear them out, it’s not like we can ask for another pair. But even so, most people tend to neglect their feet. It’s just not something that we think of as needing special attention. The truth is, if we don’t pamper our feet, we could be… Read More >>
What is the difference between Olive Oil and extra-virgin Olive Oil? I recently read in my March 2012 issue of Clean eating the difference between olive oil and extra-virgin olive oil. According to the magazine, ‘extra-virgin refers to first cold pressing of olives to retrieve the oil – the resulting oil is unrefined and virtually… Read More >>
Today’s topic relates to everyday life. Yes, I’m asking you to be flexible. Not in the bendable gymnast sort of way, but in the ‘don’t get so set in your ways that you can’t adapt to change’ way. Be open and flexible to whatever may come, and go with the flow! Really, I’m asking myself… Read More >>
Today’s topic is an interesting one (and controversial)! Have you ever heard of The Mozart Effect? Most simply, this is a claim that listening to Mozart’s music increases your IQ. It has been written about and studied and in the end, people hold varying opinions about its accuracy. There are a whole host of changes… Read More >>
We’ve got more about the brain today. Along the same lines as last week, we can boost our brains by ensuring that we get adequate intake of fat. What? We should try to eat more fat? Well, yes, but a specific type of fat. Omega-3 fatty acids are composed of eicosapentaenic acid (EPA) and docosahexanoic… Read More >>
“One more year cancer free!” After hearing these words from my dermatologist at my recent annual exam, I couldn’t have felt any better. It’s been almost 10 years now since I first had melanoma and I’m thankful I passed my exam. One more year cancer free is a blessing, and I continue to count them each… Read More >>
