I wrote this post a year ago and for some unknown reason never published it. So I have been saving it till the holidays came around again! The holidays are upon us and I know all too well the stress…Continue Reading →
Ketogenic Diet vs. Paleo Diet: How They Differ: They are two of the most popular diets today—and not just for their weight loss benefits. Both the…Continue Reading →
I have to get on my soapbox today after seeing ads for a new cancer drug that helps the immune system fight cancer. So it is common prenatal care to give a woman vaccinations, antibiotics, anti-depressants, fast food, junk food,…Continue Reading →
The strawberries, peaches and asparagus are gone, but the pumpkins and apples have just begun! I often talk about eating local, eating seasonally and eating close to the sun (food in it’s natural state, unprocessed or adulterated). I thought I…Continue Reading →
As another summer comes to an end we have a lot of work to do closing up our gardens for the winter. Gardening is so good for you mind, body and soul. Not only will you connect with Mother Earth…Continue Reading →
I found that a lot of you were interested in the ketogenic diet. I explained what that was a few weeks ago, and here are some more specifics about what to eat. Go through the pantry, fridge, freezer, and secret…Continue Reading →
Summer is great for biking, hiking, marathons and much more. Sometimes we overdo it a bit and cause damage to our tissues. The most common soft tissues injured are muscles, tendons, and ligaments. … Soft tissue injuries fall into two basic categories:…Continue Reading →
Happy 4th of July! It’s summer and it’s hot and sunny! Beware of all the hype about sunscreens. The ingredients may be carcinogenic. Here is a link to a great article to explain the trouble with ingredients in sunscreens. http://www.ewg.org/sunscreen/report/the-trouble-with-sunscreen-chemicals/ You…Continue Reading →
A friend of mine told me they found a brand of sour cream at the grocery store that was all “natural” and had no chemical additives. I wanted to say look a little deeper into the product but I did…Continue Reading →
Living where they grow the best peaches in the world, I had to have a picture of them. I can’t wait for our local farmer’s market to open…….first come the cherries! Health experts and chefs both often say you should…Continue Reading →