
Changing our definition on beauty
Beauty, we are told, is in the eye of the beholder. As women, we continually seek approval and feel judged by how we look, regardless of what else we may accomplish. Ultimately, we must all come to terms with the fact that beauty is subjective. In an age of fillers and plastics, the pursuit of beauty is being forced into a one-dimensional mold of measurements, cup sizes and wrinkle depth. The truth is that beauty cannot be measured. It is multidimensional. We are bombarded wi

Understanding Food Sensitivites
Foods and Diets are as trendy as the latest fashion promoted in social media. Often times we follow the trend and consume foods that unknowingly set a cascade of symptoms and illnesses. You spend a good chunk of your income buying organic, clean and gourmet foods and substantial amount of time preparing it. Why then do you not feel well? Why does that headache persist? Why are you always tired and bloated? Food sensitivities and related diseases affect at least 100 million pe

5 Breathing Techniques to Fight Stress
Breathing is something we do all day, every day in order to stay alive. But how often do you stop to think about how your breathing affects your well-being and state of mind? When you are feeling stressed or angry, the body’s natural reaction is that of flight or fight, not relax and breathe. Many people respond to stress by lashing out at others, sleeping, self-medicating with drugs and alcohol, or other alternatives that do little to truly combat stress effectively. In or

Tips for Avoiding Emotional Eating Over the Holidays
Holiday season is coming which means the sweet treats will be coming our way too! For most Americans, that means eating – lots of eating – followed by weight gain and a New Year’s resolution to lose weight. The good news is you don’t have to. You can still enjoy your favorite occasional indulgences, but in moderation. It’s all about being mindful of what you eat.. The holidays are packed with stress, and we all know the easiest, safest, most affordable place to relieve that s