October 21st, 2008
I was about six months into my 40th year when I found out I was really only 34. In Real Age years, that is.
I don’t know about you, but finding out you’re younger than you think you are sure seems like good news to me. That’s why I love the Real Age test.
For those of
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Filed under: Aging, Optimal Health, Prevention | 1 Comment
October 19th, 2008
This summer I took my first stab at growing my own food and I have to say, the results have far exceeded my expectations.
In fact, quite successfully, I grew sun gold tomatoes (pictured here) that we’re still picking and eating. I love their petite size and the burst of sweetness you get when you pop one
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Filed under: Optimal Health, Healthy lifestyle, Farmers' market, High Quality Food, Healthy Meals, Vegetables, Greens, Locally Grown Food | No Comments
October 17th, 2008
I’m amazed by how many people I know complain about not having enough energy, especially when the afternoon rolls around. But given the over-the-top lives that many of us lead, constantly going from one task to the next and grabbing quick forms of energy, like caffeine, it’s no wonder that so many of us feel routinely
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October 15th, 2008
Today, ten of thousands of bloggers are raising awareness about poverty on Blog Action Day and I’m happy to be a part of the movement.
As a health counselor, I can’t help but be struck and troubled by how poverty dramatically impacts the health of people across this country. Lack of resources far too regularly impacts
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Filed under: Optimal Health, Poverty, High Quality Food, Fruit, Vegetables, Locally Grown Food | 3 Comments
October 15th, 2008
Here’s a question for you: will eating only organic food give you all the nutrients you need to support and protect your body?
If you said no, you’re on to something and keep reading. And if you said yes, DEFINITELY keep reading.
I’m reminded every day that our food sources, even organic fruits and vegetables, are often
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