When I learned about the shooting in Newtown, Connecticut last week, I, like millions of others around the country, had a very visceral reaction to the news. The wind was knocked out of me, I felt sick to my stomach, and quite literally, I felt my heart break with sadness and horror. And like thousands […]
make your own yogurt…with coconuts
Ever looked at the ingredient list of your yogurt, or yogurt alternative? They’re full of sugar and other fillers and thickeners! Here’s an easy, kid friendly recipe that is very popular with my patients and my daughter. It’s delicious, full of healthy fat and phytonutrients, and has no added sugar or preservatives. Read more on MindBodyGreen…
leaky gut syndrome and what you can do about it
Intestinal permeability, or leaky gut syndrome, occurs when tiny gaps develop between the cells, known as enterocytes, that line your intestinal wall. These tiny gaps allow substances that should be confined to your digestive tract, such as undigested food particles, bacteria and metabolic wastes, to escape into your bloodstream. Once the integrity of your […]
green persimmon smoothie
Ever wonder what to do with those beautiful orange persimmons that abound in farmers markets at this time of year? Well, how about a delicious green persimmon smoothie? Persimmons come in two varieties: fuyu and hachiya. Fuyus look like squat little tomatoes and hachiyas are more elongated. Persimmons are chock-full of goodness, containing: many health […]
lessons from my 103 year-old grandmother
My family and I were blessed to celebrate my grandmother’s 103rd birthday last week.That’s right. 103. My beautiful Abuela was born in a little town outside of Havana, Cuba in 1909, and she has lived an extraordinary life. Her story is a testament to the power of perseverance, simplicity, and service – and I believe […]
soak your feet and rejuvenate
Taking a therapeutic foot bath can be a powerful tool to combat many common ailments. Sit back, relax, and soak your feet this week! Hydrotherapy is an ancient treatment in which water is used in healing. It has been used in the treatment of disease or injury by many cultures, including those of ancient […]
