Turmeric

Turmeric

It’s that time of year…when my body begins to crave warmer foods. Temperatures are dropping, and it takes an extra layer to keep my core warm. Drinking warm beverages is one way I nourish myself during this fall transition, and few things are more comforting than...

Happy-dance day!

It is with excitement, pride and gratitude that I share some good news. I am now among a recognized group of colleagues who are Board Certified in Holistic Nutrition®. Sitting for the board exam…and passing…was a significant step. Validating proof-of-hours and meeting...

Matcha tea

My tea of choice is green, and I especially like matcha. It’s loaded with antioxidants and other vital nutrients that have been shown to protect against certain types of cancers and health conditions such as Alzheimer’s, Parkinson’s, and...

A debate about sugar

Sugar. It’s a topic of heated discussions. Some hold fast to the belief that sugar is sugar, whether processed maltodextrin or dried dates. Others profess sugar’s evils regardless of the form that gets into so many food products on grocery store shelves....
When life throws a curve…

When life throws a curve…

The death of a loved one hurts. Regardless of the age, the relationship, the circumstance…the finality of one’s life strikes at the core. Then there is the physical and emotional stress the body endures…from the moment you hear the news to the realization that life...