5 Cancer Causing Toxins to Ditch (that are probably in your bathroom)
Did you know that in the U.S., there is no governing body regulating the personal care industry? What I mean is that the government is not checking the safety of ingredients in your deodorant, your moisturizer, your makeup, your shampoo, or your nail polish. The companies in this industry are supposed to be self-regulating. The problem is […]
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You’re in Remission! Now What?
I clearly remember the meeting where I heard that golden word “remission”. It was a meeting with the doctor and nurse who would be in charge of the stem cell transplant after the chemo I’d had for a rare and aggressive form of non-Hodgkins lymphoma. Over the next several months they would put my body through a […]
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5 Easy Ways to Have More Energy and Less Stress
You’ve probably heard by now that powerful hormones are released when you’re under stress. I have even heard urban legends of people doing extraordinary feats like the woman who could suddenly lift her car to save her trapped child. Superwoman strength aside, these same hormones that can help save us in an emergency, can also […]
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Get inspired and empowered at MamaCon!
Let’s face it; motherhood is hard. I wrote about the stress I put myself under trying to be the perfect mother in my book, WTF?! I Have Cancer? Mothers juggle so many tasks and wear so many hats (chauffeur, personal chef, housekeeper, nurse, caretaker, educator, counselor, mediator…). And because I am apparently an over-achiever, I also […]
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Clutter and The Lightness of Being
Happy Spring! With the arrival of Spring today, it seemed a good time to bring up to the front an old post from five years ago—Springtime, 2012. Time to spring clean, declutter, release the energy of things we don’t need, and experience a lightness of being! I realize some of this may be similar to the […]
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A Morning Ritual for Health
I keep reading about successful CEO’s and thought leaders having morning health rituals. Interestingly, most include some form of meditation and exercise. I developed a morning health ritual during my treatment and recovery from two back-to-back cancers that I felt was rather elaborate but necessary at the time. I let it slip as I got […]
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How to deal with Stress, Fear and Anxiety
Stress seems to be rampant these days. I know several people right now who are unfortunately dealing with big stuff. When faced with life’s big challenges, fear can take hold, leaving us immobile to make any decisions whatsoever. Unanswerable questions arise as we try to navigate unchartered waters. All of the “what ifs” run an endless […]
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Should you take Vitamin D?
Due to sunscreen use and staying indoors on computers, it is estimated that 70% of people in the U.S. are deficient in Vitamin D. Vitamin D, known as the sunshine vitamin, plays a vital role throughout our body. It builds bones and muscles, helps our immune system, and the lack of it has been connected to cardiovascular […]
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The 5 Minute Stress Reducer
Studies are finding that stress is at the root of most ailments, many of which lead to serious disease. The common cold, weight gain, sleep problems, heart disease, and stomach issues are just a few of the ailments connected to stress. And apparently, those of us over 50 are more stressed than anyone. A recent Harvard […]
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The Amazing Goji Berry
Have you tried goji berries? I am loving them in several of the recipes in my Clean & Lean Winter Reboot that officially kicked off yesterday. From the Himalayas, goji berries are known as superfoods and since they’re packed with nutrition and health benefits, it’s easy to see why. Goji berries have been used for […]
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