Despite efforts to reduce or eliminate the number of potentially harmful chemicals in consumer products, the agriculture sector, and our waterways, people and companies still improperly use and dispose of these chemicals. Worse still is that many of these chemicals are resistant to biodegradation and will be with us for centuries. So despite your efforts […]
During the busy holiday season, it is important to protect your overall health by making sure your body gets the support it needs to function at its best. From getting more sleep and regular exercise to following a nutritious diet and taking dietary supplements, here are some ways to enjoy healthy holidays! (more…)
It’s mid-July, which also means it’s the height of summer. As much as we all love the near constant sunshine, it can also mean more sweat, more sunburns, and more opportunities to ditch your grooming routine altogether. While it can be tempting to let yourself fall into a summer slump, July is actually the perfect […]
To me, pizza is pretty much the perfect summer food. Whether you’re celebrating a birthday, hosting a dinner party, or having a girls night, pizza is always a crowd-pleaser. Unfortunately, it isn’t always the healthiest option. It can be difficult to enjoy when you’re not sure what kinds of ingredients were used, and it can […]
While summer should be a time to relax and unwind, it can sometimes be your busiest season. Between pool days, outdoor concerts, summer camps, weddings, and BBQs, it can be easy to forget about a balanced diet and grab whatever you can on your way out the door. However, in order for your body to […]
If you’re like me, then summer means spending all your time outdoors. Whether you’re running after a bocce ball on the lawn, running a few miles after work, or running after your kids at the pool, summer activities can bring on some serious sweat. Although being active means a stronger and healthier body, sweat-inducing activities […]
Lyme disease has become an epidemic. It’s especially prevalent in the Northeast and the Midwest (where I live). At least 25% of Lyme disease cases are in children. I wrote of my personal journey with Lyme in a previous post, Lyme Disease Controversy – Which Side Are you On? But, since this is a bad year […]
Ever wonder if you have a nutrient deficiency? Want to take a little unscientific test? Answer the following questions: 1. Do you often feel tired and weak? 2. Do you get migraine headaches? 3. Do you have elevated cholesterol? 4. Do you get colds or the flu often? 5. Have you been told you have fibromyalgia […]
Our latest Speaker Series features Sharon Blake, certified massage therapist who specializes in CranioSacral Therapy (CST). If you’ve never experienced CST, you’ll enjoy this post from Sharon which was originally featured in Nature’s Pathway’s magazine: CranioSacral Therapy was pioneered by osteopath Dr. John Upledger.  In 1975 Upledger became a clinical researcher and professor of biomechanics at […]
Take a second and think back to when you were just a kid. Life was so easy, you were innocent and there were so many things to be happy and laugh about. My 2 year old, Max is overcome by joy from the littlest things. Like his daddy’s mean air guitar skills, making the dog bark until […]
