Exercising with Chronic Pain

In the past, medical professionals recommended rest and inactivity as part of the treatment for chronic pain. Now, newer research suggests that MORE movement may be just what the doctor ordered. Learn what the experts have to say about the effect of exercise and nutrition for chronic pain. And grab a delicious anti-inflammatory recipe you can make for dinner tonight!... Read More

Bringing on the Romance in Your Life

Most women love movies and stories about travelling or moving to Paris. It has something to do with our inner lives and our deep desire for romance. And what better location to play out our desires than in Paris or the Côte d'Azur. But how does one bring on the romance in real life? In France, romance seems to be woven into every facet of daily living. And the images we visualize have everything to do with our senses.... Read More

Alcohol and Your Weight-loss Goals

Alcohol and weight-loss goals generally don’t mix, and there are many reasons to reduce or even give up alcohol from our diets and social habits. Yes, but … having a glass of wine (or whatever your drink of choice may be) is also a cherished pastime, a conduit for connecting with friends and is infused into most of our social gatherings. Can you still lose weight if you don’t want to give up alcohol?... Read More

The Why and How of Gut Health

“All disease begins in the gut.” That’s the infamous saying Hippocrates coined thousands of years ago, but current research is finding much truth in this ancient piece of wisdom! Good gut health is all about balancing the bacteria and promoting a structurally intact intestine, and your daily diet is a major determinant of a healthy microbiome.... Read More

Biohacking Your Sleep Naturally

Getting enough quality sleep is one of the most important things you can do for your overall health! It takes some practice and perhaps a few biological “hacks” to balance your body’s natural circadian rhythm. So here are 6 great natural sleep hacks that are easy to incorporate into your daily routine.... Read More

Which Exercise Type Is Better?

There has long been a debate about which exercise type is better. Is cardio the gold standard? Or, do the benefits of resistance training far outweigh those of cardio? While both forms of exercise provide huge benefits for your health, the choice depends entirely on... Read More

Spot Toning: Possibility or Myth?

You’ve probably heard the claims that if you're spot toning, you can practically change your body overnight. So you have to wonder if spot toning is a possibility or a myth. There are so many gadgets, supplements, nutritional products and exercise programs on the market these days telling us we can make over our body bulges here…and there. It’s not surprising if we’re more confused than ever!... Read More

Vegetarian, Vegan or Plant-based Diet?

Vegetarian, vegan or plant-based diet labels can be so confusing. What are the differences between these diets or lifestyles as some people refer to them? There seem to be so many factors involved in deciding what people should eat. Some people base their decisions on health reasons, while some factor into their decisions: religion, ethics (such as animal rights) and even politics.... Read More

The Great Race: Accomplish Your Dreams

Maybe it takes a birthday (one of those bigger ones, where you slide into a new decade) or the first day of a new year to make you realize you have to take some serious actions to accomplish all your dreams and to feed yourself fully with the life you desire. So how does one go about fulfilling one's aspirations? And with what specifically do you want to fill yourself up?... Read More