Changing Bad Habits

After a long winter of squash and potatoes the spring time opens up a whole new road to a tasty adventure.  Your local grocery stores should be offering a beautiful selection of fresh herbs and leafy greens that not only rock out on steamed vegetables and fresh salads, they offer valuable nutrients such as Iron, Vitamin C, Folate and Potassium.  Fresh herbs can typically be purchased by the bunch or in soil.  I prefer those that are sold as a whole plant in soil for continual enjoyment under $5.00.
Asparagus is …

The connection between pain in your body and the Chakra system may be worth paying attention to……..

Chakra is believed to be a center of activity that receives, assimilates, and expresses life force energy.   The word Chakra literally translates as wheel or disc.  Therefore, Chakra defines the  spinning spheres of bio-energetic activity that radiate from seven major nerve centers extending forward and upward from the spinal column.
Typically, six of the seven Chakra wheels are referred to.  Imagine these wheels stacked in a column of energy that begins in the base …

Amherst, New Hampshire
Town Center

Weare, New Hampshire
My Home Town

Last week I took a trip to Weare,  New Hampshire to visit family and was able to connect with Lisa Jones, owner of  “Nia NH and Yoga” located in beautiful  Amherst, NH.

Lisa Jones, owner of "Nia NH and Yoga"
Lisa has been studying wellness and yoga for more than 25 years and has a private therapeutic breath work practice  based out of  “Nia NH and Yoga”.  Lisa has taught breath awareness since 1998 and has been a Nia instructor since 2004; this allows …

“Pop-Stachio Corn”
Portions of this recipe are courtesy of the “Whole Food Bible”

“Pop-Stachio Corn” is a lower calorie alternative to buttery popcorn or sweeter versions like Crunch–N- Munch® or Fiddle Faddle®.
This snack provides fiber, protein and essential monounsaturated fatty acids “M.U.F.A.’s”.  The anti-inflammatory benefits of the curry powder and the low Glycemic level of the Agave Nectar really make this a healthy snack if you follow the suggested serving size of 1 cup.   You may choose to eliminate the pistachios and maple syrup if you are seeking a lower fat version.  …

5 ways to cut cost and calories from your holiday dinner
As we all know the holidays are typically a time  of cheer, community and food.  But this year may be a little different due to the economical issues hitting so many households these days.  Please remember, different does not have to imply “bad”.  It is my opinion that a fantastic holiday dinner doesn’t have to cost a fortune.  I know, you’re thinking I am going to suggest cutting corners on quality right? Well, you’re wrong.  Check out these five simple …