Transition to Better
Transition to Better
An ongoing series of informational entries
An ongoing series of informational entries
FOOD POEM: NURTURE FROM NATURE
FOOD POEM: NURTURE FROM NATURE
April 1, 2020
Apples and Asparagus, Bananas and Broccoli, Carrots and Cherries
Sunshine to Nurture
Movement to Uplift
Eggplants and Elderberry, Figs and Fennell, Grapes and Ginger
Greens for your Gut
Smoothies for your Spirit
Lettuce and Lentils, Mangos and Mint, Oranges and Oregano
Moments of Reflection
Unity of Mind
Parsley and Pomegranates, Raspberry and Rosemary, Tomato and Thyme
Joy from the heart
Anxiety no more
Watermelon and Watercress
Spices of your Day, Herbs of your Night, Love of real
Attended returns, Hear the wave, See it expand
10 Tips for Living Healthy
10 Tips for Living Healthy
February 14, 2017
1. Appreciate & Pamper your Body 6. Variety is the spice of Life 2. Feed your Body the Right Nutrients 7. Exercise Daily
3. You can’t Judge a Book by its Cover 8. Surround Yourself with Support
4. Throw away the Scale 9. Mealtime equals Family Time
5. Be a Good Role Model 10. Gratitude is the Attitude
December 15, 2016
this website is very informative
Sugar Facts
Sugar Facts
January 15, 2017
Sugar gives us a lot of energy at first, and then it makes us really tired and cranky, and always wanting more sugar. Some Reasons Why Sugar Ruins Your Health is because it can: suppress the immune system, weaken eyesight, cause hypoglycemia & diabetes, cause a rapid rise of adrenaline levels, contribute to obesity, increase cholesterol, cause headaches and migraines, cause depression, and interferes with absorption of calcium & magnesium. Addicted to Sugar? Don't know?
Check out this document (coming soon - request it be emailed to you via Contact Page).
Eating with the Seasons
Eating with the Seasons
November 13, 2016
Learn how to eat with the Season.
March-June: Eat more foods that are Pungent (Spicy), Bitter, Astringent / Light, Dry, Warm: such as flavorful steamed veggies, brothy soups, brown rice. Eat less Sweet, Sour, Salty / Heavy, Cold, Oily: such as fried foods, ice cream, heavy dairy.
July-October: Eat more foods that are Sweet, Bitter, Astringent / Cold, Heavy, Oily: such as salads, smoothies, fresh fruit. Eat less Pungent (Spicy), Sour, Salty / Hot, Light, Dry: such as spicy foods, hot beverages.
November-February: Eat more foods that are Sweet, Sour, Salty / Heavy, Oily, Moist, Hot: soups, stews, steamed veggies, warm herbal teas. Eat less Pungent (Spicy), Bitter, Astringent / Light, Cold, Dry: salads, smoothies, cold foods & beverages, chips & salsa.
Learn more about the seasonal diet in “The 3-Season Diet” by Dr. John Douillard
Live Wholesome with these 10 points
Live Wholesome with these 10 points
March 15, 2017
1. Treat happiness as a method, not an end in itself.
2. Try creative, new ways to connect with others.
3. Examine your habits, good and bad. They reveal hidden lifelong patterns.
4. There is no substitute for simple pleasures.
5. Cut through the fuzzy math; get a better handle on where your money is going.
6. The future of health care will draw on the wisdom of many traditions.
7. Put wellness at the top of your list now! Don't wait until something goes wrong.
8. Spirituality isn't a rare gift; it is an integral part of who you are.
9. Your bones are a living, breathing part of you. Nurture them accordingly.
10. Make real, lasting change is like plowing a path. The more you use it, the easier it gets.