Non-alcoholic beverages aren’t just for pregnant women, kids and the recovery community. Even those of us who occasionally (or regularly) indulge in a silky glass of Shiraz or an ice-cold mojito may find that at times, it doesn’t make sense to drink alcohol. There are a […]
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Sometime in the past five years, you may have seen the catchphrase “sitting is the new smoking” floating around. The reason this phrase was coined is that there is now a catalog of scientific data linking sedentary lifestyles (a.k.a lots of sitting) with obesity, heart disease, […]
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These roasted veggies are bursting with flavor and nutrients. They’re about to give your most delicious holiday sides a run for their money! Traditional holiday sides are notoriously rich. While we’re not saying you shouldn’t enjoy your mashed potatoes, gravy, gooey casseroles and thick breads, we think […]
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A couple of weeks ago, I attended the 4th Annual W.E.L.L. Summit in New York City, a 2-day gathering all about wellness, empowerment, leadership, and luxury. I had the pleasure of receiving the insightful ideas and ponderings of world renowned speakers, teachers, coaches, authors, and healers […]
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Spiced pumpkin lattes are synonymous with fall, and different versions can be found at many coffee shops and restaurants when the leaves start to change color. Unfortunately, many of the commercial recipes are chock-full of sugar (some as much as 25 grams per tablespoon), calories, allergens such […]
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If it were easy to maintain a flawless fitness routine, everyone would be doing it. Whether you’re just starting or have been going strong for awhile, lack of motivation strikes everyone at some point. Sometimes you’re tired, insanely busy, or just not in the mood. Even […]
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Whole grains: What are they? Things like rice, wheat, oats, and barley fall into this category. However, in many grain-based products, the nutritious outer layers of the grain is removed through processing. We say a grain is “whole” when the outer layers are intact. The outer […]
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Who doesn’t love to treat themselves? Many of us were given rewards as kids to commemorate or incentivize good behavior, and as adults, we decide when and how to give them to ourselves. There is a tendency, however, to make a habit of “treating” ourselves to things […]
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If you’re a sushi lover, you may have had a cone-shaped roll wrapped in nori (toasted seaweed, pictured above) called a “hand roll.” The name comes from the fact that they’re meant to be eaten with- yup- your hands. Hand rolls are fun to eat, easy […]
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1. Take charge of your health. Doctors and other healthcare practitioners have a lot of specialized knowledge and can be helpful in a wide range of situations. However, 99.9% of our health is not controlled by the healthcare system but by our own lifestyle choices, our environment, genetics, […]
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