Are willpower and self-control the real solution to low energy and high weight? Maybe not. It might actually be your (powerful) hormones. And we’re not just talking about sex hormones here; we’re talking about the hormones that directly affect your blood sugar, metabolism, and appetite. Things that actually control your energy and weight. Let’s go […]
While standing in the aisle at Costco studying a very large bottle of olive oil, a delightful woman walked up beside me and picked up a green bottle I had not even noticed. She asked me if I have ever tried avocado oil. Not only had I never tried it….I had never even heard of […]
Sometimes the simplest things are the best. Take cinnamon honey for example. Simple to make, tastes great and filled with a host of health benefits. Give as a gift or keep your own natural medicine cabinet stocked. Use cinnamon honey in your favorite herbal tea. Replace regular honey with this flavorful version in recipes. Check out […]
At my last oncologist visit he told me I needed a bone density scan and that his office would set it up and call me with an appointment. After 10 days and me calling their office 3 times I finally got it set up. I felt my heart drop when the woman on the phone […]
2 cups Nuts (I used almonds) 1 cup Dates 1 cup Dried Blueberries 1 1/2 tsp Vanilla Extract 2 T Lemon Juice 1/4 tsp Sea Salt In food processor grind nuts to about pea size. Combine nuts with dates and dried blueberries and process until all ingredients have broken down and are sticky. Add […]
I’ve been fascinated with Stevia since my early days as an herbalist. It has only been since I have lived in the desert that I have begun growing my own. When I have visitors to the garden I like to pinch off a little piece of the plant for them to taste. They are always […]
You’ve seen it hundreds of times. Even those of you that don’t want to look…you just can’t help yourself. It is actually a good and necessary thing that you check your bowel movements and recognize what is normal for you. Don’t be afraid or grossed out….okay sometimes maybe grossed out. But the key to staying […]
Your days are long and the responsibilities complex. Work demands, family needs, financial pressures, running a household, personal relationship, staying healthy….all a part of daily life. A vast majority of adults suffer from an energy deficit. You try to be the energizer bunny and just keep going and going. Things are going smoothly and then […]