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FAMILY NUTRITION Boost kids’ interest in nutrition through a hands-on workshop preparing healthy snacks that can also serve as hors d’oeuvres at your next holiday party. First, we will cover the basics regarding nutrition, finding the right proportion of our macronutrients, carbohydrates, proteins and fats and what that looks like for children and parents alike. […]

The Event LESSONS IN EATING WITH INTENTION + ATTENTION Have you ever found yourself eating an entire dinner in front of the television or on your cell phone, unconscious to the foods you consumed? With a full work load and a to-do list a mile long, it is so easy for Americans to get caught […]

At the end of August, my husband and I welcomed our son Henry into this amazing world in Barcelona, Spain. The experience in itself was not so average, as Henry wanted to make a statement by arriving feet first at the ONLY hospital in Barcelona that was trained in natural breech deliveries. After some minor […]

When it comes to getting healthy, a quick Internet search reveals thousands of different suggestions, making the task seem more daunting and intimidating than it should be. Though there isn’t a quick fix, you can improve your health and fitness by simply taking a look at your current lifestyle and making a few minor adjustments. […]

Turmeric, known in Sanskrit as “The Golden Goddess,” is very alluring due to its vibrant yellow hue. Quite peppery, warming and bitter in flavor, it is the most prevalent spice found in curry, amongst many other oriental dishes ranging from dhal to palak paneer. A root belonging to the Curcuma Longa plant, native to southwest […]

So often we get caught up, short on time, trying to fit too many “to-do’s” in the day. By the time you catch your breath and take a break you realize you are STARVING! Maybe, if you have planned ahead you have thrown an apple in your purse or a banana in your gym bag, […]

Supplements are not drugs. They are not prescribed to cure, treat or prevent disease. One of the big factors that differenciate drugs from supplements is that drugs must undergo extensive testing to determine their safety and effectiveness, dosing interactions and their effects. Drugs are required to have FDA approval before hitting the market. Supplements on […]