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Oils to Calm the Heart…
If you have ever burned a scented candle and felt its calming effects, or used mint scented soap or body scrub that left you feeling invigorated, then you have experienced the effects of Aromatherapy. The most common use is through essential oils extracted from herbs, flowers, even the bark of certain trees and their healing […]
Strawberries Dipped in Creamy Chocolate
Valentine’s Day is not complete without those little indulgences of chocolate. This treat is the perfect ending to the day and it even has a healthy flair without skimping on the yummy factor. The organic strawberries are full of antioxidants and vitamin C, while the dark chocolate gives us antioxidants, may enhance mood with it’s […]
Diet Goals? Don’t Skip the Fat…
Fat may not be the diet villain we were led to believe, at least when it comes to “healthy fats”. For years we have heard that fats make you fat! We had the “fat free” craze of the 90’s with all the low fat and fat free versions of our favorite foods showing up on […]
Making Resolutions a Family Affair…
Diet may be in the forefront of your New Year intentions, however that doesn’t have to mean doing it alone. In fact research shows that family mealtime transformations have great benefits for everyone and it’s not as difficult as you may think to get started, not to mention the ease of cooking only “1” meal! […]
Gratitude; A Key to Your New Year’s Intentions
Let’s talk about one surprising exercise we can do each day that can help us with those weight-loss goals, gratitude! Yes, you heard right. The New Year brings a sense of renewal, with fresh intentions and goals. These can range from the most popular, weight loss, to being more organized, career goals, increasing exercise, and […]
Holiday Gift of Calm; Your Pesonal Mini Spa…
The shopping is done, presents are wrapped, and it’s time to relax and enjoy a little “me” time! If you’d like a simple, inexpensive way to do this without ever leaving your home, grab some of your favorite candles, slip into your robe, and create your very own personal mini spa… All you need are […]
Holiday Health w/o Deprivation: Survive the Season with a “Glow”…
With just two weeks until Christmas and only one week to the start of Hanukkah, it’s a time when holiday joy can quickly turn to holiday overwhelm! Each year it feels like there is less time and more “to do’s” on the list to prepare for the holidays. If you have little ones in the […]
Leftover Magic – Healing Effects of Bone Broth
About this time of the holiday season it’s probably safe to say most of us don’t want to think about leftovers, but what about the bones? Yes, the bones from the turkey, chicken, and even a grass-fed beef bone from a roast or steak. These bones can make a delicious broth or base for other […]
Transforming a Thanksgiving Favorite
Thanksgiving is a time for old family traditions and for making new ones. We all have that one special side dish that makes the meal and for me it was Cranberry Sauce at Thanksgiving. While I always looked forward to gathering with family and friends to enjoy a wonderful turkey dinner and delicious homemade pies, […]