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Say Bye to Sadness with EMDR
Dr. Francine Shapiro, the originator and developer of Eye Movement Desensitization and Reprocessing (EMDR), calls it a “chance” discovery. In 1987 she took a walk in the park and noticed as her eyes moved spontaneously back and forth, her negative thoughts were not as disturbing as they had been before. Such a thing happened without…
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Oven-Baked Asparagus Recipe
Oven-baked asparagus is always a sure sign that spring is here! This asparagus recipe is ready in 25 minutes and can be enjoyed regardless of the weather. With simple ingredients, it is easily the best way to add asparagus to your meal. Prep: 5 mins Cook: 15-20 mins Total: 20-25 mins Servings: 4 Ingredients Instructions…
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Golden Root
Rhodiola (Rhodiola rosea) (also called Golden Root) has been used for centuries in traditional medicine practices. This yellow-blossomed plant prefers sandy soils at high altitudes in Northern Europe and Asia. Dioscorides, a Greek physician, first wrote about rodia riza in 77 C.E. It was later renamed Rhodiola rosea due to the rose-like fragrance caused by cutting its fresh roots.…
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Asparagus
One of the world’s twenty top vegetables, asparagus (Asparagus officinalis) comes in green and white varieties. Egyptians, ancient Greeks, and Romans have been documented as using asparagus both as a food and as an herbal medicine. In modern times, Traditional Chinese Medicine recognizes asparagus for its healing benefits. Much of this is because it has…
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Winter Got You Down? What you Need to Know About Seasonal Affective Disorder
Changing seasons are inevitable. For some people, the change in weather can usher in a lower mood, while others ride through the cooler months of the year with mental ease. Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD) is not an uncommon event. It’s estimated that millions of Americans experience SAD every year, though many may not even know…
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Nothing Fish-y About It
As part of a whole-foods diet, eating fish can help contribute to a healthy lifestyle. Fish contains vitamins A, D, and B12 and minerals such as potassium, selenium, phosphorus, and magnesium. Moreover, selenium is also an antioxidant that supports blood vessel health, may prevent coronary artery disease, supports thyroid health, and may lower your risk…
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Wellness Through Cycling
Movement is critical to getting your heart as healthy as it can be. Cycling can be done indoors or outdoors, depending on your preferences and the time of year. Those who live in states that get cold in the winter months likely won’t want to be out cycling through the snow! Regardless of where you…
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Easy Prune Oatmeal Squares Recipe
Oatmeal squares are the perfect snack for breakfast on the go! Not only that, but they offer an easy, healthier alternative to other foods often found in your snack pantry. Filled with prunes, coconut, and chocolate these bars pack flavor into every bite and are enjoyed by all. Prep: 30 mins Cook: 10 mins Total:…
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Guggul Your Fats
Guggul is a yellowish oleogum resin from the guggul tree (Commiphora mukul) and has been used for thousands of years to treat a variety of health diseases. Ayurvedic practitioners have used it for millennia to help with atherosclerosis, high cholesterol, rheumatism, and weight management. Primarily found in India, Bangladesh, and Pakistan, it has been shown…
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Prunes, Prunes, the Wonderful Fruit!
Dried plums, otherwise known as prunes (Prunus domestica), have been a valued food since ancient times. Now, more than 100 different domestic cultivars exist in temperate areas around the world. At first glance, prunes don’t seem to be used commonly, but in reality many commercial food products contain prunes for sweetness and additional flavor. These…
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