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Monthly Archives: January 2014

GMO’s, Hormones & YOU

Hormones are the chemicals in our brains that send messages throughout the body. They travel in the bloodstream to all of the tissues in our bodies, including our organs, glands & brains, and they affect most, if not all, of the body’s processes over time. Genetically modified foods and the use of the herbicide Roundup…

Behind the PALEO Obsession

You may (or may not) already be aware of what exactly Paleo means, but you’ve likely seen it, if not in front of your face, in your periphery. Mainstream stores, including Costco & Sam’s club are selling Paleo books at a low price. Several Paleo books have graced the New York Times bestseller list.  Paleo…

Cold Busting Gummies

Spring into health with a new fitness plan! REAL FIT at EVERY AGE Save 30% on the cover price. Offer ends May1st. Use code SPRING30 at checkout. These cold-busting gummies are SO easy to make. With lemon, raw honey & elderberry syrup, they are rich in anti-oxidants and Vitamin C. Grassfed gelatin includes a host of valuable nutrients, including amino…

10 Keys to Emotional Mastery

As an acupuncturist, I study the effects of the mind and spirit on the body. I see one person’s high blood pressure rise with emotional heartache. I see another person’s back pain surge with fear. In the west, we have coined the term “stress” to cover the spectrum of uncomfortable emotions that fall into the…

Why Women Love Chocolate

Spring into health with a new fitness plan! REAL FIT at EVERY AGE Save 30% on the cover price. Offer ends May1st. Use code SPRING30 at checkout. Ever wonder why women love chocolate SO much? It’s true – we love the stuff, we CRAVE the stuff, and it seems like no matter how much we eat, we’re always…

How To Build Immunity & Avoid Getting Sick

Immunity is one of the top determinants of well being, especially during the cold and flu season, which officially stretches from September to May (that is 9 months by the way, or 3/4 of our lives). Signs that you need to build immunity include feeling fatigued, run down, vulnerable, easily & frequently catching colds &…

The Healthy Guide to Perfect Poop

Let’s face it – a great poop has a way of making us feel great, and poop problems can equally be draining.  Whether you tend towards irritable bowel symptoms, constipation, tenesmus, or gas and bloating, none of it is as fun as having a perfect poop & moving on with your day. So, what are the…

6 Reasons Why You Keep Getting Sick & What To Do About It

Many people I know, with & without small kids at home, expect to get sick several times a year. Every Autumn I watch my own Facebook newsfeed report the complete take-down of households all over the country as hundreds of people I know succumb to the stomach flu. Facebook also tells me how many of my…

Real Meal of the Week: Roasted Chicken, Roots & Greens

This week’s real meal of the week is one of our family’s favorites.  We roast a chicken at least once a week — partly because we all love to enjoy a freshly roasted bird out of the oven, and partly because we get so much bang for our buck. For 3 of us, a roasted…

January Giveaway – Canon Rebel T3i

It’s time to announce the January Giveaway! – I love giving you guys something each month, and this month I’ve teamed up with a group of awesome bloggers! Someone lucky is going to win a Canon Rebel T3i DSLR camera! How to Enter 1. Click here to check out the camera. 2. Subscribe to my newsletter by clicking…

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