Turn Your Kitchen into a (safe) haven
An attendee at the Living Foods Work & Playshop I hosted early last year recently sent me this note: “Our lives changed forever after we attended your workshop! Whole food eating, no refined sugar or white stuff. I have lost 50 lbs since then (and still losing). Thank you!” I share this with you because […]
My Reasons for Launching Global Smoothie Day
Before I get into my reasons for launching Global Smoothie Day, let me tell you what it’s all about: Global Smoothie Day is a 100% FREE initiative to celebrate self-care through nourishment. Our intention is to inspire and motivate people across the world to champion their health and happiness on October 3rd every year. To […]
Why I Choose to Practice ‘Letting Go’
Whether welcome or not, we are all going to experience less than optimal life experiences that are out of our control, like the sickness or death of a loved one, the ending of a deep romance, or the loss of a job. When things happen in our lives that are out of our immediate control, it’s […]
How I Find My Flow
I’ve been feeling really productive lately, and I attribute it to my ability to stay in flow. What the heck is flow, and how do you go about finding your flow? Flow is focussed attention. Most of us have experienced at least one moment in our lives where we were completely focused on completing […]
Follow These Steps to Make the Perfect Green Smoothie
This article was published in the Huffington Post. You can read it here, or continue reading below. ~ Green smoothies aren’t a foreign concept these days. Juice bars are popping up everywhere, offering “healthy” juices and smoothies to aid in weight loss and help with energy and longevity. Even fast food restaurants are now offering […]
5 Healthy Hacks to Conquer Holiday Hangovers
This article was published in the Huffington Post. You can read it here, or continue reading below. ~ Whether or not you’re a health nut, it’s challenging to stay on your game over the holidays, especially if you’re doing family dinners and party hopping. The influx of toxins from food and alcohol make it tough […]
Why I Choose to be a Coach
It’s not every day you meet someone at a party or event and they tell you they’re an Optimal Living Coach. So, why did I choose this label and path? As a life-long learner and seeker of good health, I’ve made my rounds, searching for the best in health care and disease prevention. In the […]