Like a squirrel piling up acorns in a tree, our bodies are looking to store up energy and health this fall in preparation for the chill of winter. The best way to take care of that natural increased appetite is with warming, nutritious foods. According to Paul Pitchford’s great book, Healing With Whole Foods, well-chosen foods can be used to offset the dryness of fall, which can bring dryness of the skin, nose, lips and throat. In addition, warming foods … Continue reading
Here are some delicious cooling foods to help you balance the intense heat and activity of summer while treating your body—and taste buds—at the same time: Watermelon Tomatoes Bananas (especially great out of the freezer) Avocados Lettuce Asparagus Apricots Cantaloupe Lemon Grapefruit Pineapple (makes anything a tropical treat) Peaches Oranges Peppermint (makes a great, refreshing tea) Bamboo Bok choy Broccoli Chinese cabbage Cilantro Corn Cucumber (add a few slices to water for a tasty beverage) White mushrooms Spinach Summer squash … Continue reading
Stress can be a very sneaky, insidious thing. It waits silently in the background, showing no signs of the destruction it carries with it, while we work, pushing to get everything done in our daily lives. Even when we don’t think we’re letting stress affect us, it can accumulate in our muscles, energy and mind. Before you know it, you’re battling a migraine, backache, chronically troubling thoughts, etc. It’s impossible to avoid stress in life, but it is possible to … Continue reading
I had the opportunity recently to visit beautiful Colombia, and during the trip I was reminded once again of the value of generosity. I witnessed and experienced such incredible patience, conscientiousness and giving to others as I got to know the Colombian people. Unfortunately, my trip home was unusually challenging and exhausting, fraught with flight troubles. While it could have turned into a nightmare, my journey continued to be filled with amazing, generous people—and that made all the difference in … Continue reading