The risks of fat on the legs

Winter is here, temperature has gone down, and going outside is not as inviting as it used to be couple months ago. Getting dark earlier is gently pushing you to go home and skip the gym, but then at home you are looking for some comfort foods. Holiday season comes with lots of food, parties …

Fat, sick and stressed

Being overweight, sick, and stressed can be a challenging situation to deal with. However, there are several things you can do to improve your health and well-being. I know because I was there, and that was heavy on my self-esteem, on the way I moved, on the way I showed up in the world, but …

Are you sweet or bitter, but full of sugar?

Honey passing through is the translation of Diabetes Mellitus, and everyone heard about this cruel disease that became so normalized in US, that many people call themselves healthy while being diagnosed and actively treated for Diabetes for years. The fact is Diabetes is a chronic disease that comes with a high price tag – financial …

Are you neglecting your vision?

I was blessed to find and visit the Redwoods in California. These majestic tall red trees looking like they are from another world standing strong on a blanket of green vegetation. It is so quiet that you can hear the river touching every rock on it’s bed. I was mesmerized by so much beauty, but …

3 ways to get rid of allergies

Spring is knocking at the door; the sun is showing signs of strength as the cold season is slowly packing. Most people are happy to put the winter coats and boots in the closets, ready to welcome the outdoor friendly season. But this is not valid for everyone as some struggle with seasonal allergies Are …

Eyes – window to the world

I came across some old pictures as I decided to create space in my house and get rid of couple pieces of furniture. As I was smiling recalling the good times surrounding those memories, I started to notice the details of the skin, hair, eyes, and certain specifics that indicate the state of health. For …

A special place in my heart

February is the heart month. Most people associate the image of the heart with love.  Is it a coincidence that Valentin’s day is in February?  You probably heard the expression “follow your heart”.  It seems that heart is the engine of life and purpose. Love gives us purpose and joy.  The most intense feelings of …

Sleep deprivation

Supporting a natural sleep cycle is critical for staying healthy. 50 million Americans suffer from at least one of the 80 of the different type of sleep disorder. Poor sleep has serious consequences that tend to surface overtime if no action is taken to balance the sleep cycle. If you traveled to different parts of …

Mushrooms

Spring break in Europe was spent at my grandparent’s farm. A cute small house sitting half way up the road, surrounded by beautiful green hills, standing tall and nice like bodyguards protecting my little fairytale place, a place of joy and simplicity with no running water or electricity, but I didn’t miss it at all. …

The power of information

Recently I attended a small event. I love events! I see these gatherings as great opportunity to hang out with people we know, share new ideas, catching up, which is nothing more than a way to “vent” out regardless if is good or less good, but just the fact that there are few ears to …